Red Lotus (2)

Your answer reminds me of a senior colleague.

"That senior once said something similar."

"It's just that the momentum is different: as long as I want to walk, the road is right under my feet... This is similar to what Brother Han just said."

Ye Qingcang admired Han Fei's confidence.

What a coincidence.

Han Fei also admired Ye Qingcang's talent.

I pondered Ye Qingcang's words.

He then shook his head and said, "It's not that I'm ashamed of my inferiority... but then again, since Brother Ye has asked me, I'll turn the tables and challenge you... Brother Ye, in your opinion, which of the nations in the world is strong and which is weak?"

"Qin Kingdom was the strongest."

"Building upon the accumulated achievements of six generations, we will employ long-term strategies to govern the world."

You have to admit it.

"Next are the Chu Kingdom and Zhao Kingdom."

"The Chu Kingdom has made some absurd moves, such as the death of Qu Yuan, but it hasn't developed to the point of being like the Jiangdong Jerry yet. With the support of the Xiang Clan, it is still quite capable of fighting. As for the Zhao Kingdom... we can only say that it is all thanks to Li Mu. If they hadn't lost the Changping Battle... actually, even if they had lost, as long as they hadn't been wiped out in one fell swoop, even if only half of them had escaped, the Zhao Kingdom wouldn't have fallen to its current state. But now, it's too late to say anything. Even if they start building up their army now, it's too late to revive it."

"Then came the Qi Kingdom."

"In terms of national strength, Qi Kingdom is the only one among the six states that can rival Qin Kingdom, and is even stronger than Zhao Kingdom and Chu Kingdom. But in terms of combat power, Qi Kingdom can only rely on its superior armor and sufficient manpower to fight a winning battle and bully the weak. Let alone facing Qin Elite Warriors, even if it faced Zhao Kingdom's Zhao Border Cavalry or Chu Kingdom's Shenxi Army, it would be beaten to a pulp."

"Then came the three kingdoms of Wei, Han, and Yan."

"A bunch of noobs pecking at each other."

"Although these three kingdoms each had their own glories, such as the Wei Kingdom's elite Wei Martial Soldiers and the Han Kingdom's powerful crossbows, which were recognized as the best in the world, even the Qin Kingdom, which had a fierce army, dared not say that it could gain an advantage in archery duels. However, the three kingdoms had too many flaws, which had reached the point of being incurable. Without using some underhanded tactics, they simply could not break the deadlock, let alone compete with other countries."

Ye Qingcang's analysis incorporated some references from later generations.

However, he is not a history major.

In addition, he is a science student.

That is, I studied history properly for a few years during junior high school.

Even reading historical novels.

They all read it in a superficial and hasty manner.

In comparison, fantasy or martial arts novels are more to his liking. Of course, occasionally some urban novels can also appeal to him, like a certain banned novel with the line, "Why should I, Chen Beixuan, explain my actions to you all?"

In short, they knew what happened but not why it happened.

That's about it.

However, history is quite rigorous; at least before historians lost their integrity, history was indeed recorded with great care.

Ye Qingcang's assessment was indeed incisive.

This was especially true when it reached Han Fei's ears.

It can be described as transparent.

At least, this was the only adjective Han Fei could think of.

Therefore, Han Fei, seeing an opportunity, asked, "If Brother Ye were to govern these weak states, what would you do?"

"That depends on which country I rule."

"Countries have different forms."

"If this were the Chu Kingdom, and I were the emperor, I would prioritize consolidating military power, taking back the military power held by those clans, and unifying its command... That would be about right. At worst, I could just appoint Xiang Yan as general."

"If this were the Zhao Kingdom, and I were the emperor, I would vigorously promote childbirth. Furthermore, I would unleash the powerful weapon of Hybrid Rice. If all else fails, potatoes and sweet potatoes would be used in rotation, and taro would be another option... As for the front lines, General Li Mu, you hold them off. By the way, is Lian Po still alive? If not, continue using him. With these two working together, focusing only on defense and not offense, they should be able to hold off Qin Kingdom. If he's dead, then it's up to General Li Mu ... Oh, and also, get rid of Guo Kai. Someone who can kill two of the four great generals is not to be allowed to live!"

"As for the State of the Qi Kingdom... we'll see how they train their troops."

"The soldiers of the Qi Kingdom truly lacked fighting spirit."

"Whether or not there is a famous general leading the way is a minor matter... their fighting spirit is too weak."

"As for the other three kingdoms, we do not know the full picture, so I cannot comment on them at present."

"Anyway, I know."

"I wish I were the emperor of the Yan Kingdom."

"The first thing to do is to nip Yan Dan in the bud, because a Crown Prince whose behavior is controlled by emotions is not a good Crown Prince. An emperor should not be disturbed by emotions."

Ye Qingcang scratched his head.

He engaged in some armchair strategizing without any real understanding of the subject.

He then took a swig of wine and chuckled, "But then again, let alone the thrones of the six kingdoms, even if the throne of the Qin Kingdom were given to me for free, without me having to pay any price, I wouldn't want it... Compared to power, compared to those endless political affairs, I still prefer to be a carefree hermit in the mountains. Anyway, as long as I have the power to God of Destruction the world, whoever comes can only advise me to prioritize the overall situation and not act impulsively... Otherwise, if I get angry, everyone will be finished."

"Brother Ye is quite carefree."

Upon hearing this, Han Fei clapped his hands and laughed heartily.

The words may be rough, but the principle is sound.

Ultimately, strength comes first.

Power is also a form of strength.

As long as my power is strong enough to kill everyone in the world, even if I am nothing, I will be an emperor without being an emperor. You could say that I am the master of everything.

However, when it comes to the topic of food...

It's some kind of Hybrid Rice.

It's some kind of potato or sweet potato again.

There's also taro.

Having just witnessed two children going hungry, Han Fei was immediately intrigued and inquired, "Brother Ye, what are those Hybrid Rice, potatoes, and sweet potatoes you mentioned?"

"Hybrid Rice... yields 2,000 jin per mu."

"I can't remember or understand the exchange rates between your Seven Kingdoms."

"Anyway, the weight conversion I can remember is that one shi in the Qin Kingdom is about 120 jin. That means that if Hybrid Rice is planted, one mu can produce between 16 and 17 shi... Just to eat, it should be enough for the people."

"It is said that when people are well-fed and warm, they think of lustful desires."

"This is the basis for massing troops."

"For potatoes, the minimum yield is 2,000 jin per mu, and the maximum yield can be more than double that, which is more than 4,000 jin or even more than 5,000 jin per mu."

"Sweet potatoes can also yield three to five thousand catties."

"It happens occasionally."

"Six or seven thousand is not impossible."

"In short, all the grains are high-yield, which can support a large army without any problem... To put it bluntly, you can have children. Don't worry about not being able to raise them. If you really can't afford to raise them, just leave the children at the palace gate, and the emperor will raise them for you... Twenty years is enough time for the offensive and defensive forces to change. With such a large number of people, even a fierce army will be torn apart."

Ye Qingcang looked at the dazed Han Fei with a smile.

It's just like those sorcerers who bewitch people.

But the difference is that those sorcerers only know how to bewitch people.

Ye Qingcang, however, is truly talented.

Even a clever man like Han Fei was unknowingly manipulated. "Brother Han, do you want these things?"