Nine out of ten gamblers lose; I've run into a jerk!

Chapter 171 War Begins

Military matters cannot be decided in a single word. Today, Shen Qing is only setting a small goal for the first time to give everyone a general idea. Even if we really want to attack Anguo, we should send scouts to explore the way and formulate a strategy in advance.

In Lu Zhen's words, it is not advisable to wage war now, as it is the busy farming season. This is also why wars are mostly launched after autumn. Unless there is enough grain stored in the country for more than three years and the lives of the enemy's people are disregarded, troops will not be sent out during the spring planting season.

Speaking of this, Shen Qing's gaze couldn't help but fall on the location of Jingguo on the map. It was a land of plenty, blessed with favorable weather and abundant harvests. Unfortunately, it was surrounded by six countries, with weak military forces and no natural defenses. If it weren't for the mutual restraint among the countries, this grain sack would have been in their pockets long ago, but it was only a matter of time.

However, the newly appointed Crown Prince Zhao Zheng is ambitious and will not sit idly by. If Shen Qing were in his own shoes, how would he break the deadlock if he were born in Jing Kingdom?

"My love."

Lost in thought, Shen Qing was pulled back to reality by Lu Zhen's voice.

Inside the command tent, all the generals had already left. Lu Zhen had some doubts between his brows. "My original intention was to hold a banquet so that you could become acquainted with the officials and scholars of Yongzhou. After all, you will inevitably have to deal with them in the future."

"The world is bustling with people who come for profit. When I demonstrate sufficient value, they will come to me without me having to ask. Even if there is no opportunity, I will create eight hundred chance encounters. Similarly, to win the hearts and minds of the soldiers below, nothing is more convincing than a real victory."

Lu Zhen frowned and pondered for a moment, still having concerns. "Qingxi, you are only fifteen years old. There is no need to be so eager for quick success. You can take it step by step."

"Life is too short to wait for anyone," Shen Qing sighed.

Thinking about his limited lifespan, Lu Zhen felt a pang of sorrow. He called out to Lu Xun, who was standing to the side like a ghost. He wanted to pass on all his life experience to his second son, but unfortunately, God didn't give him that much time.

"The eldest brother is like a father, and the eldest sister-in-law is like a mother. From now on, I entrust Xun'er's upbringing to you."

Shen Qing nodded, leaned down and pressed his hand on Lu Xun's shoulder, and solemnly said, "From now on, I am your father!"

"..."

"Okay, Master."

Shen Qing pouted, her inner drama kicking in again. "Hmph~ You won't even call me 'Dad' once."

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Xuan State Cangzhou —

"Where are you going, young master?"

An old man drove a donkey cart while a handsome young man sat on a flatbed cart, chatting away.

"Study abroad," the young man replied firmly.

"The world is not peaceful these days. Young man, you should go home. It's very dangerous outside."

"If I hear the Way in the morning, I can die content in the evening."

The old man shook his head helplessly. "Sigh, another one who's gone crazy from studying too much. What a waste of such a handsome face."

Meanwhile, the Ye family mansion in Fancheng was in complete chaos.

"Father, something terrible has happened! Mingzhu has left a note and run away!"

"what!"

The governor of Cangzhou snatched the letter from his son's hand: What nonsense about a crown princess? Let whoever wants her go!

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Cangzhou Guard Camp —

"Look! Smoke is rising in the east!"

……

"Report! Kyunggu has launched an invasion!"

"Prepare for war!"

Zhen Sima quickly received the news. He was shocked that Jingguo had launched an attack at this time without any warning, but he remained calm and issued military orders.

"My lord, this humble general is willing to be the vanguard!"

Pan Yue stepped forward, clasped his hands in a fist and asked for orders. Zhen Sima pondered for a moment and nodded, "Be careful in everything, and focus on finding out the enemy's strength and weaknesses."

"promise!"

Pan Yue respectfully agreed, but a barely perceptible hint of coldness appeared in his eyes after he turned away.