"There's nothing impossible about it. I believe they both understand the principle that when the lips are gone, the teeth grow cold." Shen Gongbao sneered in response.
"If Western Qi is destroyed by Great Shang, it will be nearly impossible for their two forces to overthrow Great Shang afterward."
"Only if they send out their troops first and draw Great Shang's attention away can Western Qi organize its armies and launch an attack. Only then can this war continue."
"Otherwise, we might as well all lie flat, submit surrender memorials directly to Zhaoge, and cooperate with Di Xin in abolishing the feudal lords."
"We can place all our fates in Di Xin's hands and hope that after the Tribulation, he will treat us well."
"Good." Ji Chang shouted and made the decision on the spot. "Mr. Shen is right. We'll do as Mr. Shen says."
Ji Chang's expression was solemn. "Western Qi has now reached a precarious point. If we don't counterattack, we'll truly be waiting for death, just as Mr. Shen said."
"I'll make the decision now and formulate the plan according to Mr. Shen's words. From this day forward, Jiang Shang will be the prime minister of Western Qi, and Shen Gongbao will be the state preceptor of Western Qi."
"The prime minister and state preceptor will be responsible for contacting the Marquis of the East and the Marquis of the South."
"Before the eastern and southern forces send out their troops, Minister San will cooperate with me to stabilize the situation in Western Qi and soothe the army's morale."
"We acknowledge the order." Jiang Ziya, Shen Gongbao, and San Yisheng replied in unison, their expressions solemn and grave.
Ji Chang issued the order with the dignity of the Marquis of the West. Even the Chan School disciples