To subdue others without fighting, the premise is that you have a strong force, threatening the enemy and making the enemy feel afraid.
Otherwise, to subjugate the enemy without fighting is just a dream come true.
"What do you think, Prime Minister Zuo?"
Emperor Guangxiao asked Xiang Yu Shilin.
"Reporting to the emperor, I agree with the prince's proposal." Yu Shilin said, although what Zhou Zheng said was reasonable, it is not appropriate to go to war in the current Great Zhou Dynasty.
But if we really want to start from the long-term perspective, starting from the future of Dazhou, Zhou Heng's proposal is the best. If they can really take this opportunity to expand their territory and annex the Xiyi tribe, it will be of great benefit to Dazhou. things.
The difference between the proposals of Zhou Heng and Zhou Zheng is that Zhou Heng's proposal is based on seeing the future of Da Zhou, while Zhou Zheng's proposal is about Da Zhou's present.
"The left minister also agrees with the prince's words?"
Emperor Guangxiao seemed a little surprised.
"That's right. If we start from a long-term perspective, expand the territory and expand the territory, it will bring great benefits to my great Zhou." Yu Shilin said.
The Xiyi tribe may become the most powerful backing of Dazhou, providing Dazhou with the capital to compete with the six countries.
"Your Majesty, although what the crown prince and Xiangguo said is not unreasonable, it is not in line with the current situation of my Great Zhou. Now, my Great Zhou should work hard to herd horses and recuperate."
It was suggested.
Gradually, two groups of people appeared on the court. One group supported Zhou Heng, and they should turn their backs and take down the Xiyi tribe.
There is another group of people who support Zhou Zhen and focus on appeasement. The court should choose to negotiate to resolve this matter, so as to reduce the consumption of Da Zhou.
"Why didn't King Zhao speak?"
Emperor Guangxiao asked Zhou Kai.
"Reporting to the emperor, I don't understand, so I dare not speak." Zhou Kai replied, and Zhou Kai chose to watch directly.
"never mind."
Emperor Guangxiao sighed, he also didn't expect Zhou Kai to say anything good.
"The prince and King Lu are going to wait for me outside the imperial study."
Emperor Guangxiao asked Zhou Heng and Zhou Zheng to go to the imperial study, Zhou Heng and Zhou Zheng left, and Emperor Guangxiao discussed with the officials for a while
Emperor Guangxiao came to the imperial study.
"Let the prince come in first!" Emperor Guangxiao said to Wei Gao.
Zhou Heng walked in from the outside.
"Father!"
"Well, you are telling me your thoughts." Emperor Guangxiao asked Zhou Heng to tell himself the reason why Zhou Heng chose to fight against the enemy and capture the Xiyi tribe.
"Follow the order."
Zhou Heng analyzed the situation to Emperor Guangxiao slowly, and told all the things. From all angles, it can be said to be a very comprehensive report.
"This move is beneficial to the foundation of my Great Zhou, and it is the foundation of my Great Zhou. The land in Hanzhong is fertile. If we don't take it, someone will definitely seek it in the future."
Zhou Heng said.
"Then have you considered how much I will consume in Dazhou?" Emperor Guangxiao asked Zhou Heng, you can't just think about rewards, you have to talk about consumption.
"To wipe out the Xiyi tribe and expand the territory will require at least one year's tax from me."
Zhou Heng gave a simple answer, which was also a rough calculation.
This time the battle was different from the Northern Wei Dynasty. In the battle between the Great Zhou Dynasty and the Northern Wei Dynasty, they only defeated the Northern Wei Dynasty and did not attack the Northern Wei Dynasty, so the consumption was considered acceptable.
But this time is different.
This time Zhou Heng's proposal is not only to defeat the Xiyi tribe, but also to completely annihilate and annex their territory. Although the Xiyi tribe is not as good as the Seven Kingdoms, it is still a party.
Therefore, the consumption is also relatively large.
However, this return is very considerable. One year's tax is exchanged for eternal territory, which is a very cost-effective deal.
"One year's tax, you haven't counted other consumption in it, have you?"
Emperor Guangxiao looked at Zhou Heng.
"yes."
Zhou Heng nodded. Zhou Heng had indeed only estimated the consumption of money in this matter, and Zhou Heng hadn't included other things.
"I see!"
Emperor Guangxiao nodded and asked Zhou Heng to go back.
Zhou Heng went back, and Zhou Zheng walked in.
"Father!??
"Well, last time I didn't accept your peace talks in the Northern Wei Dynasty, do you have any resentment towards me?" Emperor Guangxiao asked Zhou Zhen. At that time, Zhou Zheng was advocating peace, and was scolded by himself.
"I didn't dare. At that time, I was just confused for a while. Now it seems that the prince's choice is right." Zhou Zheng naturally didn't dare to express his inner thoughts. Of course he hated Emperor Guangxiao. In matters, Emperor Guangxiao made himself ashamed.
"It's okay to have resentment, this time you talk about appeasement."
Emperor Guangxiao asked Zhou Zheng to talk about comforting things.
"Yes!" Zhou Zheng nodded.
Before coming in, Zhou Zheng made preparations.
"My son feels that it is not appropriate for us to go to war in Da Zhou, so we choose a roundabout way to appease. My Da Zhou and the Xiyi tribe have no hatred, and the Xiyi tribe has ignored my attack on Da Zhou. This time, I feel that Mainly because of Zhang Wude, as long as we separate Zhang Wude from the Xiyi tribe, the crisis in Hanzhong will be resolved"
Zhou Zheng told Emperor Guangxiao about the situation.
After listening for a quarter of an hour, Emperor Guangxiao did not interrupt Zhou Zheng's words.
"Father, my son is finished!"
Zhou Zheng said.
Emperor Guangxiao looked at Zhou Zheng when Zhou Zheng finished speaking.
"If you are allowed to go, are you sure to do this well?" Emperor Guangxiao asked. On this matter, Emperor Guangxiao was more inclined to go to Zhou Zheng's proposal.
Emperor Guangxiao also felt that Zhou Heng's method was too costly and risky. In case of a stalemate, the Six Kingdoms would take advantage of the situation and enter the countdown to their demise.
After much deliberation, Emperor Guangxiao still felt that Zhou Zhen's method was safer.
"My son must fulfill his mission!"
Zhou Zheng said excitedly.
"Okay, I will leave this matter to you." Emperor Guangxiao readily agreed
Zhou Heng came out of the imperial study and came outside the palace.
"Left phase!"
Zhou Heng didn't expect Yu Shilin to be outside the palace gate.
"His Royal Highness!"
"Are you waiting for me?" Zhou Heng glanced around and saw no one else.
"That's right, I want to ask you, which method do you think the emperor will choose?" Yu Shilin asked Zhou Heng what Emperor Guangxiao meant.
"In my opinion, Father will choose King Lu's proposal." Zhou Heng had already felt it when Zhou Heng came out of the imperial study, because when Zhou Heng said about the consumption, there was a strange light in Emperor Guangxiao's eyes.
"Why."
Yu Shilin sighed. When Emperor Guangxiao sent Zhou Heng and Zhou Zheng away, he also showed a preference for appeasement in the main hall.
"There is no need to sigh. If Zhou Zheng's method is successful, it will be good for Da Zhou." Zhou Heng didn't seem to have the slightest regret.
"But from a long-term perspective, King Lu's proposal is not as good as your Highness's proposal. If it is really possible to turn the client into the main and collect the Xiyi tribe, it will definitely be a good thing for my Da Zhou."