"Within this year, my Wei kingdom will wait for the other kingdoms to change, that should suffice."
At this critical moment, Wei Wuji naturally divulged the plan in his heart.
This might be the only available solution.
Indeed.
Wei Wuji was not afraid of leaks, for he had already taken action.
The defense of Daliang City was crafted over two years; it’s not something that can be achieved overnight.
"I trust my uncle." King of Wei immediately nodded.
"Your Majesty."
"Since we’ve decided to defend the capital, should we recall the troops stationed at Heluo City?"
"Under General Pang Wu’s command, there are over two hundred thousand troops."
A minister suggested.
Wei Wuji glanced, and said sternly: "Qin deployed two large camps, with a total troop strength not less than eight hundred thousand. If we abandon Heluo City’s defense and retreat those two hundred thousand troops, our Wei will face not only the newly established Wu’an Military Camp of Qin, but also the Hangu Pass Camp grown after Qin’s reform."
"Even if I’m prepared, Daliang City alone can’t withstand the attack of eight hundred thousand troops."
"Defense of Heluo City must not be recalled."
The current battlefield, though with setbacks, was not a total defeat. If according to this minister’s suggestion, we recall the troops from Heluo, it would truly be a disaster.
"I understand."
The minister who proposed the suggestion immediately stepped back.
"Although Qi and Yan are observing, our Wei’s appeal for aid must not cease."
"Issue my command."
"Send more envoys to Qi and Yan, requesting their military aid." Wei Wuji said in a deep voice.
"I accept the order."
The minister responsible for envoys immediately responded.
With matters assigned to this extent.
Wei Wuji had little more to say; the upcoming battle was solely about holding against the Qin’s attack and waiting for the Chu State to mobilize, hoping to survive until Chu moved before being extinguished.
"Report!"
"Emergency report from Chu State."
"Request Your Majesty to personally review."
A messenger rushed into the hall.
Upon hearing it was an emergency report from Chu State.
The ministers of Wei in the court all had their eyes lit up.
"Great."
"It must be Chu State mobilizing against Qin."
"Chu State’s marching speed is swift, as long as our Wei holds firm, we can definitely repel Qin."
"Chu State’s national power is strong, with nearly a million soldiers, fearless of Qin."
"Great..."
The ministers in Wei’s court cheered.
At this moment.
Even Wei Wuji shared the sentiment, showing a touch of excitement on his face.
"Quick, bring it here." Wei Wuji gestured continuously.
The messenger quickly ran to the steps below, handing over the urgent report.
Looking at the report, it was evidently unopened, directly transmitted to the capital after being drafted.
Receiving the report, Wei Wuji immediately broke the seal and opened it.
This glance.
His previously jubilant old face turned pale instantly, the feet standing on the steps trembled as though he could barely bear it.
"Your Majesty."
A minister rushed forward to support Wei Wuji.
But the tension in everyone’s hearts tightened once more.
"Uncle, what is it?"
King of Wei asked worriedly.
Wei Wuji’s face was pale, trembling as he spoke: "Lord Chunshen is dead, killed by his guest Li Yuan."