Tender green grass sprouts appeared on the ground, and farmers came to the ridges of the fields, carrying hoes and blowing cheerful tunes.
Another year of spring plowing has begun.
Perhaps it was because the Qin Empire was flourishing that good news came one after another.
The first good news is that this year's business school graduates participated in the factory manager election, and hundreds of outstanding candidates were selected.
After passing the test of the Heart-Searching Stone, Chu Yuening waved her hand and sent them to various counties to open factories.
Over the next two months, more and more factories sprang up like mushrooms after rain.
This move not only provided jobs for the people, but also boosted the economic development of Daqin.
The working class gradually emerged and, like a trickle of water, converged into a powerful force for building the country.
Even ordinary people can clearly feel that their country is developing vigorously and their lives are becoming more and more promising.
Everything is moving in the right direction.
The second good news was that Meng Tian led an army of 300,000 in a "blitzkrieg" and easily conquered the Yuezhi, Wusun, and surrounding small tribes.
In addition to the bravery and invincibility of the army, the credit also goes to the weapons and armor.
First of all, with cheating devices like the iron ore detector, Daqin no longer has a shortage of iron ore.
With sufficient raw materials, Ying Zheng naturally would not be stingy. Last year, he ordered the workshop to devote all its efforts to making weapons and armor.
As the technology of steel pouring became more mature, craftsmen were able to produce sharper and harder weapons.
As for armor, the workshop combined the advantages of armor from all dynasties and customized a sharp eagle armor specifically for cavalry.
It is light, tough, easy to run into, and can protect most of the body's weak points.
In addition, the fifth-generation muskets developed by military factories are more accurate, more powerful, and can fire six shots in a row.
When facing cold weapons, it is a complete dimensionality reduction attack.
In contrast, the Yuezhi not only lost 50,000 elite soldiers last year, severely damaging their vitality, but their weapons and armor also fell behind by several levels.
Therefore, once the fight started, the strength of both sides was immediately apparent.
Seeing that the situation was not good and being defeated in the first round of battle, the Yuezhi leader immediately wanted to lead his people to escape westward.
However, Meng Tian led an army in chariots and circled to the front, attacking from both sides and surrounding them.
Forced into a corner, they had no choice but to surrender.
In addition, Han Xin, Xiang Yu and Zhou Bo made many outstanding achievements and successfully captured several fleeing small tribes.
I think after the army returns to the capital, they will definitely be given titles and rewards.
This victory had far-reaching impact and great significance.
From then on, the territory of the Qin Dynasty expanded westward again.
They also captured the transportation fortress of the Lower Hexi Corridor, opened up the main road connecting to the Western Regions, and cleared the obstacles for the smooth flow of the future "Silk Road".
There was a joyous atmosphere in Zhangtai Palace at this moment.
Upon hearing the good news brought by the messenger, all the officials were extremely excited, cheering and praising.
Ying Zheng, sitting high on the dragon throne, was also very pleased, and a rare smile appeared on his solemn and majestic face.
He couldn't help but stand up, raise his arms and shout, and he was full of energy and high spirits.
"Good! Good! Good!"
"Our Great Qin cavalry is truly invincible and undefeated!"
"Hurry up and order someone to prepare a celebration banquet. I want to welcome back the good men of the Great Qin!"
The emperor's hearty laughter echoed in the hall. The dazzling sunlight shone directly in, making his tall figure appear even more majestic and powerful.
A breeze blew from afar, and the black and gold dragon robe fluttered in the wind. The sacred and majestic dragon seemed to come alive, hovering around the emperor, and the mighty dragon power swept across the world.
The eyes of all the officials were filled with enthusiasm. They all stood up and shouted loudly.
"Long live His Majesty! May the Great Qin prosper forever!"
"Long live His Majesty! May the Great Qin prosper forever!"
"Long live His Majesty! May the Great Qin prosper forever!"
On the other side, Qinian Palace.
Chu Yuening also received news of the great victory at the border.
Even though the victory was expected, after hearing it with my own ears, I still couldn't help but feel my heart pounding and my blood boiling.
She came to the window and looked at the blue sky. There was a tiny golden light flowing in her beautiful eyes, and a hint of distant thought passed through her eyes.
The significance of this battle is far more than just opening up a new territory.
The most important thing is to control the Hexi Corridor, a transportation hub.
Why is it so important?
This starts with its unique geographical topography.
To its south lies the vast Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, with vast expanses of snow-capped mountains, plateaus, and uninhabited areas;
To the north is the vast Alxa Desert, which consists of endless deserts, Gobi deserts and uninhabited areas.
The Hexi Corridor benefits from the nourishment of the snow-capped mountains of the Qilian Mountains, forming rivers and fertile grasslands suitable for farming, grazing and settlement.
It can be said that before the opening of the new sea route, it was the only transportation route for communication between the East and the West.
Moreover, the Hexi Corridor, as a natural barrier, can easily resist the invasion of the Rong people in the west.
It can be said to be a place that is fought over by military strategists.
As the ruler of the world, Ying Zheng had a broad vision and also understood this truth.
After the initial excitement, he calmed down and discussed with civil and military officials how to govern this area.
The ministers discussed the matter heatedly, with different opinions and each expressing their own views.
Some people believed that in order to strengthen the ruling power, it would be best to move the prisoners of war to the Central Plains and assimilate them with the local people.
Some people believed that migration would consume too much manpower and material resources, and it would be better to set up a county locally and station troops to control it, just like Meng County.
Others think...
After arguing for more than an hour, the officials still failed to reach a consensus.
Looking at the court that was as noisy as a market, Ying Zheng pinched his sore brows, closed his eyes slightly, and felt a little hesitant.
The ministers' opinions each had their pros and cons, and since they were still unclear about the local situation, they were unable to make the most appropriate decision.
Finally, he raised his phoenix eyes and spoke softly.
"Forget it, let's discuss this later."
"Wait until Lord Meng returns to the court, and we'll discuss this together."
"My dear ministers, please deal with the post-war affairs for now."
Seeing that His Majesty had spoken, the ministers stopped arguing and quickly responded respectfully, then began to discuss the arrangements for post-war affairs.
Since ancient times, wars have been extremely draining of national resources.
A war is not just about the troops on the front line fighting bravely, the supply, coordination, and planning of resources in the rear are equally important.
This also means that all officials will be busy for a while.
Fortunately, Ying Zheng "thoughtfully" prepared enough energy potions.
Giving out rewards will not only earn the gratitude of the officials, but also encourage them to work overtime voluntarily.
Well, the best of both worlds.
At the same time, Hexi Corridor.
Inside a temporary military camp.
Meng Tian and the other generals sat on their horses with their swords in hand, exuding a murderous aura. The blood stains on their armor had not yet been wiped clean.
They were counting casualties and discussing post-war arrangements.
Just then, a personal soldier hurried in to report.
"General, the Yuezhi leader said he is willing to offer all the tribe's treasures and beauties in exchange for a chance to live."
"When did this general ever say he wanted to kill him?"
"Heh... I was really scared."
Meng Tian raised his eyebrows, narrowed his eyes, and sneered in disdain.
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