Early the next morning, Fusu met with the man whose writing was different from others, and believed that the Huns should be dealt with through trade rather than through military force. He had already seen the man's name, but he could not recall such a person in history.

A person named Chao Ang, but because of current history

Huge changes had taken place because of himself, so Fusu no longer had any superstition about historical figures. But when he saw that this man was only in his twenties, he was still surprised, and even doubted that person.

Whether the opinion was really put forward by this person.

Chao An was a little nervous when he saw the aloof emperor. After seeing the ceremony, he stood aside with his hands solemnly and did not dare to speak. Fusu glanced at his reserved look and felt funny in his heart, so he said: "You

Is that Chao Cuo? That’s what you think I am

Is it not feasible to use a large army to suppress the Xiongnu and even destroy their entire clan?" His tone was a bit harsh, as if he was very angry about these remarks. Fusu's intention was to see if this person was really talented.

, can be questioned without being surprised.

Chao An was stunned at first, but then he replied respectfully: "The Cao Min is indeed Chao An from Yingchuan. Yesterday the emperor personally ordered us to write our own opinions on how to deal with the Huns. The Cao Min only relied on the facts.

I write this in the hope that the emperor will forgive me."

"So you also know that you are guilty. Can you tell me what crime you are guilty of?" Seeing that Chao Ang could answer his questions quickly, Fusu greatly appreciated it, but he didn't show it at all on his face. Instead, he was calm.

Follow his words and continue to ask questions.

"The common people are arrogantly discussing the imperial court's decision. They think that the imperial court's current behavior is inappropriate and it is a big mistake." Chao Ang knelt down as he spoke, "But the common people are talking like this for the future of our Great Qin."

"Oh? How do you say this? Please tell me in detail. If you can satisfy me, I will not hold you responsible for your fault."

Chao Ang paused for a moment before speaking: "Although the current situation seems to have the upper hand in our confrontation with the Huns, and the Huns have been severely weakened by internal and external troubles in the past two years.

It is indeed possible to exterminate the Huns, but in fact it is not the case. It is difficult for the tens of thousands of horses sent by Da Qin to completely drive out the Huns on the grassland. After all,

After all, they have always lived by water and grass without a fixed place. Once our Daqin troops are discovered by them, they will go far away. When our troops leave, they will return, and then our army will be powerful.

This is one of them. Once the army cannot get supplies from the Huns, it will inevitably not be able to fight on the grassland for a long time. Once they have the idea of ​​​​retreating,

If you want to, the Huns will take the opportunity to pursue them, and then these people and horses will be in danger. This is the second point. Even if the army returns to the Central Plains, because of the defeat in this battle, our Qin army will no longer be able to carry out operations deep into the grasslands in the future.

At the same time, the Huns will hate our Qin people to the bone. Not only will they not be able to destroy the Huns, but they will arouse their hatred, and the gains will outweigh the losses.

It’s the third one. With these three points in mind, the grassroots people think that our Great Qin really shouldn’t send troops to the grassland. Even if we can really destroy the Huns, there will be other tribes further north. Then the grassland will still be ruled by foreigners, and our Great Qin

It is really not advisable to spend a lot of troops just to change the enemy." At this point, Chao Ang stopped talking and lowered his head to wait for Fusu's words.

After hearing these words, Fusu felt deeply in his heart. Yes, he had oversimplified things because everything had been going smoothly. He did not expect that sending troops to the Huns would have many disadvantages. How many of them have happened in history?

Famous generals sent troops to the Huns. Although many of them had made great military exploits, the Huns remained the same. And Chao Ang’s last act

This sentence reminded Fusu that historically the nomads in the north had always been the enemy of the Central Plains dynasty. Even if the Xiongnu were destroyed, other ethnic groups such as Turks, Khitans, and Mongols would appear.

Everything can be settled, which is indeed a bit taken for granted. It can even be said that I am ashamed of myself as a person who came from time-travel.

When Fusu felt ashamed, Chen Ping and Zhang Liang were also very ashamed. In fact, they both understood what Chao An said. However, as they served as officials for longer, the two of them did not dare to do it.

Fusu expressed what he was thinking in front of him. The two looked at each other and both felt that they were really old.

Fusu nodded: "What you said makes some sense. The Xiongnu cannot be destroyed by our Qin army with a large army. I am indeed a little too hasty. Then tell me how to use the trade method.

, to prevent the Huns from invading our Central Plains and to prevent the people on our borders from being massacred by the Huns."

"Ah?" Chao An was surprised when he heard that Fusu would actually admit his mistake in front of all the ministers. However, he was a man with profound knowledge and good eloquence. After being dazed for a moment, he immediately said

, "The emperor's ability to admit his mistakes is indeed the demeanor of a wise king, and the common people are impressed by it." Then he began to answer.

Fusu said: "Actually, what the Huns invaded our Central Plains only wanted was food, cloth and other supplies from the Central Plains. If we can send one person to the grassland to meet the Huns, we, the Qin Dynasty, would be willing to openly communicate with them in the Central Plains."

On the edge of the grassland, goods are traded, and what is needed is shared. I think those Huns

Of course, they will not refuse. What’s more, the Huns are now facing unprecedented difficulties, and they will not refuse the trade idea proposed by Da Qin. When the trade between the two sides is fully mature, the Huns can buy what they want through the market.

When they want everything, even if their strength is restored,

I don’t think those Huns are willing to use their lives to rob those ordinary things that they can get through trade. So the common people think that this matter will be successful. No matter what attitude the Huns have towards our country, Da Qin, they will

I will not sit back and let such an opportunity slip away from me."

Fusu nodded frequently and greatly appreciated his opinion: "Chao Ang, you are indeed a person who knows the situation well, and even the situation in the grassland. It seems that the imperial court has found a talent for opening this subject.

What an outstanding person." At this point, Fusu's tone became solemn: "Chao An listened to the seal,

Since you have just participated in the scientific examination, I can't make an exception to make you one of the nine ministers, so I will give you the official position of admonishing the doctor. You will report to the department tomorrow. From now on, if you don't take any wrong actions, you should do it.

Put it before me, no matter whether what you say is correct or not, I will not blame you."

"Common people... minister... thank you, Your Majesty!" Chao Ang did not expect that his words not only did not make Fusu angry, but also granted him such a high official position. He was so excited that he kowtowed repeatedly.

Fusu smiled slightly: "Go and make arrangements now. My edict will be issued tomorrow." After Chao Ang left happily, Fusu ordered his servant to continue sending the remaining essays of yesterday's candidates, and he and

After reading several similar articles, Fusu said to Chen Ping and Zhang Liang: "You two should go out with me for a walk to loosen your muscles and bones. Sitting here all the time is too tiring."

Chen and Zhang knew that Fusu wanted to discuss something with them, but they didn't want other officials here to know, so they said they wanted to go out for a walk, so they hurriedly agreed and followed Fusu outside.

The feeling of spring was gradually getting stronger. Fusu looked at the new buds sprouting from the tree for a long time before saying, "Looking at your expressions just now when you listened to Chao An's words, you two must have already had this idea." Seeing the two of them,

With a look of silence, Fusu continued, "I know that as my time as emperor continues to lengthen, the distance between our monarchs and ministers will also continue to lengthen. The king has no relatives. But you two need to know that you

As well as Meng Tian, ​​Han Xin and others all followed me from Shangjun to Xianyang. You are always my most trusted ministers. Even if I may not like to hear your advice, I will not incriminate you for it. So.

I hope that from now on you will not hide what you have in mind, as I said back then that I would not be punished for my words."

Chen and Zhang looked ashamed, and they all bowed and said, "I will keep this in mind."

Fusu sighed and said: "If it weren't for this Chao Ang today, I'm afraid the Xiongnu matter wouldn't have been settled. I wouldn't have discovered that there is such a big gap between you and me.

, I really miss the time when you were still in Shangjun and you could speak freely." Seeing that Chen and Zhang were about to plead guilty again, Fusu waved his hand to stop them, "Okay, everything has passed. In fact, this is also because of me.

You have been too arbitrary recently, and you just don't want to offend me." After saying these words, Fusu felt a lot more at ease, and planned to take them back to the palace.

At this moment, Chen Ping spoke: "I see that the emperor values ​​Chao An so much. It turns out that I can't do anything without getting off work. But since the emperor now wants us to tell the truth, I will tell you what I have to say. Chao An

Although what he said is reasonable, it is not a good way to truly resolve the relationship between the Xiongnu and our Qin State. He also only wishes to believe that trade can prevent the Huns from invading. In fact, this is just a scholar's opinion."

"How do you say this?" Fusu stopped when he heard this and looked at Chen Ping, thinking that he was dissatisfied because he saw him promoting Chao An in such a way.

Chen Ping did not realize what Fusu was thinking, and replied: "The Huns are naturally fond of fighting, and our Da Qin's goods are not very much that can be traded with the Huns, and the Huns' own things are even more

There are less, so it will be very difficult to use trade methods to prevent the Xiongnu from invading our Central Plains."

Fusu thought about it carefully and felt that what he said was reasonable. He had indeed ignored the current level of productivity. The current productivity of Da Qin was only enough to feed the people of his own country. The excess food and other supplies were really pitiful, so how could he do it?

To meet the needs of the Huns. "Then what should we do according to your wishes?"

PS: The plan couldn't keep up with the changes. Originally, I thought that it would be over by destroying the Xiongnu, but the book friend Qi Hongyi pointed out that this was unrealistic. After thinking about it, I decided not to follow the original idea and start another one.
Chapter completed!