Persuading to Fight Back
Seeing Qi Yan silent, Ye Mu continued, “Yue Country has always been on friendly terms with Mo Country. This time the five countries allied. Besides agreeing to lend your route, you don’t involve yourself. What does this mean? This means you’re not of one mind with them. You think if you don’t involve yourself in the conflict, you will be spared? No, their ambition will only become scarier after devouring Mo Country. I’m sure once Mo Country is occupied, Yue Country will follow behind!”
He knew that she came as a lobbyist, but Qi Yan carefully analyzed her words, and had to admit that her words were reasonable. When one falls, everyone follows. No matter how hard he tried, he might not be able to defend himself when the time comes.
And Qi Yan had thought of the worst outcome which was, after the fall of Mo Country, he would take the initiative to latch onto one country and capitulate to the country, not for his country. This was the worst he thought of, but also the most possible result.
Seeing him not speaking, Ye Mu suddenly said, “Are you still thinking if Mo Country falls, you’ll capitulate? Then do you know what it means once you capitulate? It means Yue’s common people are gratuitously inferior, it means Yue Country will most probably be divided up without hindrance. By not revolting, people will not die, but your country will.”
Ye Mu’s words were like a heavy hammer striking Qi Yan viciously. His brain buzzed. In the end, he asked with a cold expression, “Then what am I supposed to do? Don’t tell me you want our two countries’ power to oppose the five countries?”
“No!” Ye Mu shook her fingers. “It’s using two countries’ power to oppose the other four countries!”
“Four countries? Another country has gone neutral?!” When Qi Yan asked this, he looked very excited!
Ye Mu looked at him, and coldly smiled. “If you lend your route to Wei Country, when they arrive at an appropriate location, both of our countries ambush together, causing Wei’s dispatched people to die here. The main force will have heavy casualties. What storm do you think can Wei Country set off in a short period of time?”
Qi Yan’s eyes shone, but soon dimmed.
“But even if it’s two against four, aren’t we still at a disadvantage?”
Ye Mu narrowed her eyes. “Leaving aside Mo Country’s formidable strength, one against two is not a problem. This method of mine will bring benefits to Yue Country!”
She wet her finger, drawing a simple territory on the dining table. She smiled as she said, “Past Yue Country is Wei Country, past Wei Country is Yuan Country that hasn’t appeared for the time being. According to what you said, the two countries that are far from Mo Country, Yuan Country and Li Country, have secretly supported this matter, but they’re very far apart. After Mo Country falls, they can’t divide the land and can only divide the treasure. Are they willing?”
Ye Mu smiled. “And after we ambush these troops, you turn to strike Wei Country. At this time, Wei’s strength is gone. I’m not saying you can seize Wei Country in a short time, but swallowing that wide expanse country is very easy!”
Ye Mu’s finger pointed at the “Yuan” character on the table.
“And Yuan Country. After Wei Country is caught by surprise by you, it’ll definitely borrow troops from its temporary ally, and when Yuan Country sees that you come aggressively, if it’s kind-hearted enough, it will lend its troops to Wei Country and you will also be easily seized. If it’s not kind, it will definitely take the opportunity to devour what’s remaining of Wei Country!
“If you were even a little bit more ruthless, while attacking Wei Country, send someone to lobby Yuan Country’s monarch, let him know you want to attack Wei Country. He might even start before you, striving for more benefits.
“Wei Country will face the converged attacks of both countries, and there’s Mo Linyuan blocking. It won’t be able to wait for help from the allied forces of the other countries, so it’ll soon fall!
“When the time comes, not only will Yue Country expand its strength, Yuan Country will just fight with Wei Country. It definitely won’t move against this new neighbor in a short time. One day, even if Mo Country loses, you’ll be more confident in front of other countries than you are now!”
Hearing Ye Mu analyzing as such, Qi Yan felt even more interested!
He didn’t think this matter could be carried out like this, the feeling of toying with everyone while applauding, this kind of strategizing, gaining victory a thousand miles away, all made him impressed!
He suddenly had confidence! As long as he handled things as such, it would definitely go according to Ye Mu’s plan!
Wei Country wanted to breathe down their necks, and wanted to turn back and attack Yue Country after attacking Mo Country. And now he wanted to give it a taste of its own medicine!
“Regarding this matter, I need to discuss it with my confidants first!” Although Qi Yan didn’t directly respond, the light in his eyes clearly showed that he had been moved.
Yue Country had always been too inoffensive, maybe now he could only use the massacring of a country to make clear that Yue Country could not be easily bullied!
Ye Mu nodded. She smiled as she said, “I’ll wait for your good news.”
Although she looked calm, she was actually very nervous. Her time was extremely precious, every minute and every second.
Qi Yan clearly also understood Ye Mu was anxious right now, so on the same day at night, he called his confidants to discuss.
Wei’s special envoy thought Yue Country was still hesitant about lending its route, and was rather in disdain, but didn’t know they were actually discussing about fighting back.
Early morning the next day, Qi Yan told Ye Mu—he agreed to this plan!
However, the ministers all expressed a question, which was, did Ye Mu standing here mean she had found a way to break the stalemate?
If she had, Yue Country was ruthlessly forced and didn’t mind allying with Mo Country, there was no way out!
Whether there was the hope of victory or not, this issue made Ye Mu smile.
Ye Mu said, “If I tell you that I’m probably sure that the other party will lose this time, do you believe me?”
Qi Yan looked at her. Unhesitatingly, he said, “Yes!”
Based on Ye Mu’s words to persuade him yesterday, he knew Ye Mu’s heart held the whole world’s territory. She looked at problems from a long-term point of view than most people did, and her words held odds of success. Even if the situation at hand was tense, Qi Yan still believed her words were true.
Seeing him have such confidence in her, he couldn’t resist a light smile.
“Of course, as the monarch of a country, the burden to carry is very heavy. Even if you believe me, my words just now, it’s hard for you to convince your courtiers. Let’s do this.”
She paused, her expression rather sly as she said:
“If I can make Zhao Country fight between themselves, then, you don’t have to hesitate in joining hands with Mo Country!”
Qi Yan widened his eyes. “You can get Zhao Country fight between themselves? Are you going to Zhao Country?”
Ye Mu nodded. “It’s not difficult. I’ll personally make a trip there and make sure. I’ll go by myself and leave Wen Feng behind. You can contact Mo Country through him. In addition to attacking Wei Country and catching them by surprise, this must be done in a very short time. Whether or not we can win this battle is important, understand?”
However, the ministers all expressed a question, which was, did Ye Mu standing here mean she had found a way to break the stalemate?
Persuading to Fight Back
Seeing Qi Yan silent, Ye Mu continued, “Yue Country has always been on friendly terms with Mo Country. This time the five countries allied. Besides agreeing to lend your route, you don’t involve yourself. What does this mean? This means you’re not of one mind with them. You think if you don’t involve yourself in the conflict, you will be spared? No, their ambition will only become scarier after devouring Mo Country. I’m sure once Mo Country is occupied, Yue Country will follow behind!”
He knew that she came as a lobbyist, but Qi Yan carefully analyzed her words, and had to admit that her words were reasonable. When one falls, everyone follows. No matter how hard he tried, he might not be able to defend himself when the time comes.
And Qi Yan had thought of the worst outcome which was, after the fall of Mo Country, he would take the initiative to latch onto one country and capitulate to the country, not for his country. This was the worst he thought of, but also the most possible result.
Seeing him not speaking, Ye Mu suddenly said, “Are you still thinking if Mo Country falls, you’ll capitulate? Then do you know what it means once you capitulate? It means Yue’s common people are gratuitously inferior, it means Yue Country will most probably be divided up without hindrance. By not revolting, people will not die, but your country will.”
Ye Mu’s words were like a heavy hammer striking Qi Yan viciously. His brain buzzed. In the end, he asked with a cold expression, “Then what am I supposed to do? Don’t tell me you want our two countries’ power to oppose the five countries?”
“No!” Ye Mu shook her fingers. “It’s using two countries’ power to oppose the other four countries!”
“Four countries? Another country has gone neutral?!” When Qi Yan asked this, he looked very excited!
Ye Mu looked at him, and coldly smiled. “If you lend your route to Wei Country, when they arrive at an appropriate location, both of our countries ambush together, causing Wei’s dispatched people to die here. The main force will have heavy casualties. What storm do you think can Wei Country set off in a short period of time?”
Qi Yan’s eyes shone, but soon dimmed.
“But even if it’s two against four, aren’t we still at a disadvantage?”
Ye Mu narrowed her eyes. “Leaving aside Mo Country’s formidable strength, one against two is not a problem. This method of mine will bring benefits to Yue Country!”
She wet her finger, drawing a simple territory on the dining table. She smiled as she said, “Past Yue Country is Wei Country, past Wei Country is Yuan Country that hasn’t appeared for the time being. According to what you said, the two countries that are far from Mo Country, Yuan Country and Li Country, have secretly supported this matter, but they’re very far apart. After Mo Country falls, they can’t divide the land and can only divide the treasure. Are they willing?”
Ye Mu smiled. “And after we ambush these troops, you turn to strike Wei Country. At this time, Wei’s strength is gone. I’m not saying you can seize Wei Country in a short time, but swallowing that wide expanse country is very easy!”
Ye Mu’s finger pointed at the “Yuan” character on the table.
“And Yuan Country. After Wei Country is caught by surprise by you, it’ll definitely borrow troops from its temporary ally, and when Yuan Country sees that you come aggressively, if it’s kind-hearted enough, it will lend its troops to Wei Country and you will also be easily seized. If it’s not kind, it will definitely take the opportunity to devour what’s remaining of Wei Country!
“If you were even a little bit more ruthless, while attacking Wei Country, send someone to lobby Yuan Country’s monarch, let him know you want to attack Wei Country. He might even start before you, striving for more benefits.
“Wei Country will face the converged attacks of both countries, and there’s Mo Linyuan blocking. It won’t be able to wait for help from the allied forces of the other countries, so it’ll soon fall!
“When the time comes, not only will Yue Country expand its strength, Yuan Country will just fight with Wei Country. It definitely won’t move against this new neighbor in a short time. One day, even if Mo Country loses, you’ll be more confident in front of other countries than you are now!”
Hearing Ye Mu analyzing as such, Qi Yan felt even more interested!
He didn’t think this matter could be carried out like this, the feeling of toying with everyone while applauding, this kind of strategizing, gaining victory a thousand miles away, all made him impressed!
He suddenly had confidence! As long as he handled things as such, it would definitely go according to Ye Mu’s plan!
Wei Country wanted to breathe down their necks, and wanted to turn back and attack Yue Country after attacking Mo Country. And now he wanted to give it a taste of its own medicine!
“Regarding this matter, I need to discuss it with my confidants first!” Although Qi Yan didn’t directly respond, the light in his eyes clearly showed that he had been moved.
Yue Country had always been too inoffensive, maybe now he could only use the massacring of a country to make clear that Yue Country could not be easily bullied!
Ye Mu nodded. She smiled as she said, “I’ll wait for your good news.”
Although she looked calm, she was actually very nervous. Her time was extremely precious, every minute and every second.
Qi Yan clearly also understood Ye Mu was anxious right now, so on the same day at night, he called his confidants to discuss.
Wei’s special envoy thought Yue Country was still hesitant about lending its route, and was rather in disdain, but didn’t know they were actually discussing about fighting back.
Early morning the next day, Qi Yan told Ye Mu—he agreed to this plan!
However, the ministers all expressed a question, which was, did Ye Mu standing here mean she had found a way to break the stalemate?
If she had, Yue Country was ruthlessly forced and didn’t mind allying with Mo Country, there was no way out!
Whether there was the hope of victory or not, this issue made Ye Mu smile.
Ye Mu said, “If I tell you that I’m probably sure that the other party will lose this time, do you believe me?”
Qi Yan looked at her. Unhesitatingly, he said, “Yes!”
Based on Ye Mu’s words to persuade him yesterday, he knew Ye Mu’s heart held the whole world’s territory. She looked at problems from a long-term point of view than most people did, and her words held odds of success. Even if the situation at hand was tense, Qi Yan still believed her words were true.
Seeing him have such confidence in her, he couldn’t resist a light smile.
“Of course, as the monarch of a country, the burden to carry is very heavy. Even if you believe me, my words just now, it’s hard for you to convince your courtiers. Let’s do this.”
She paused, her expression rather sly as she said:
“If I can make Zhao Country fight between themselves, then, you don’t have to hesitate in joining hands with Mo Country!”
Qi Yan widened his eyes. “You can get Zhao Country fight between themselves? Are you going to Zhao Country?”
Ye Mu nodded. “It’s not difficult. I’ll personally make a trip there and make sure. I’ll go by myself and leave Wen Feng behind. You can contact Mo Country through him. In addition to attacking Wei Country and catching them by surprise, this must be done in a very short time. Whether or not we can win this battle is important, understand?”
However, the ministers all expressed a question, which was, did Ye Mu standing here mean she had found a way to break the stalemate?
