Zhou Yafu finally breathed a sigh of relief, and he made a mistake again. He really didn't handle military affairs easily.

Zhou Yang's memorial puts forward three reasons, the first one is the righteousness. Whether it is the Qin Dynasty or the Han Dynasty, it is all in China and is inherited from generation to generation. This kind of Chinese event should be recognized by the Han Dynasty and the military achievements of the Qin army in the Southern Expedition.

In a broad sense, it is completely correct and no one can refute it.

However, this is not enough. National justice can be remembered in my heart and it does not have to be said.

The second reason is that this is a good opportunity to win the hearts of the people in Lingnan in one fell swoop. Zhou Yang sent troops this time and successfully recovered the Baiyue land. The price was also very small, and it can be said to be a complete victory. However, it does not mean that everything is good, and there are still many problems. The biggest problem is to appease and win the hearts of the people in Lingnan.

Where is the hearts of the people in Lingnan? It lies in the hearts of descendants of the Qin army and the remnants of the Qin Dynasty.

During the Qin army's southern expedition, there were 500,000 troops, and there were hundreds of thousands of people in the Central Plains who moved to Lingnan. The total amount was not much different if there was no one million.

After decades of development, the Qin army, descendants of the Qin Dynasty survivors, and their relatives and friends have far exceeded one million, which is a very huge force.

In terms of population alone, they may not be able to account for the majority. However, their influence is very great. The main reason is that the Qin army has always been dominant after pacifying Lingnan, and the indigenous Yue people of Lingnan are in an affiliated position. For decades, this pattern has not changed, but the Qin army used to dominate, but now the descendants of the Qin army dominate.

If the Han Dynasty not only transported the ashes of the Qin army back to its hometown, but also recognized their military achievements, the result would be obvious, that is, to win the hearts of descendants of the Qin people in Lingnan in one fell swoop, they would be sincerely grateful to the Han Dynasty and would never rebel again.

For the Han Dynasty, it was not enough to just collect the land of Lingnan, and it also needed to win the hearts of the people of Lingnan. To win the hearts of the people of Lingnan, there is nothing more than to build the Qin army and the descendants of the Qin people. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

Once done, Lingnan will be peaceful and will truly become the territory of China.

The third reason is that this can be used to inspire morale in the military. The war between the Han and the Huns is getting closer, and morale in the military is extremely important, which is indeed of great significance.

Among these three reasons, the second one is the most important. The Han emperor remembers the issue of national justice. Even Emperor Gaozu Liu Bang did not deny Qin Shihuang's achievements, but he just didn't say it out. Because speaking out would lead to infamy. There are many ways to inspire morale in the army, and this method is not necessary.

It would be different to win the hearts of the people in Lingnan in one fell swoop. If this was not the case, it would be impossible for the Han Dynasty to win the hearts of the people in Lingnan without more than ten or twenty years of hard work.

Emperor Jing gently tapped his knuckles on the short table, making a tick sound: "This first point, great righteousness, I didn't say, when did China be vague? Even if the enemy is facing foreign tribes, they will fight together. During the Spring and Autumn Period, the Hu people entered the Central Plains, and there was only a small place left in the Central Plains. Five Neighbors climbed the high and shouted, and the world responded. Didn't the Hu people fight out?"

During the Spring and Autumn Period, the Hu people from the north invaded the Central Plains and almost occupied the Central Plains. The Chinese nation had reached a critical moment of survival. The Wubo led the princes of the world to fight back and recover lost territory.

"When King Wuling of Zhao was fighting with the Huns in Hetao, King Zhao of Qin was going to attack Zhao, but the Qin army had already assembled. When King Zhao of Qin received the news that King Wuling of Zhao was going to fight with the Huns in Hetao, he immediately ordered the Qin army to stop." Emperor Jing continued: "Not only that, he also ordered the Qin army in Jiuyuan to prepare for reinforcement of the Zhao army. If the Zhao army lost, the Qin army would go to the battlefield immediately. When the Zhao army returned triumphantly, passed by Jiuyuan County, the Qin army stationed in Jiuyuan cheered for them and celebrated their merits!"

He knocked his right hand heavily on the short table and said excitedly: "This is the Chinese soul! The Chinese soul that has never been easy for ever!"

"Brothers fight against the wall and defend against their insults." This poem says that if the two brothers have great hatred, they will join forces to fight back once outsiders bully them.

In Chinese history, this kind of brotherhood has been staged countless times. Qin and Zhao was a feud. When King Wuling of Zhao defeated the Huns in Hetao, Qin not only stopped the attack on Zhao, but also prepared to reinforce the Zhao army.

"Before the First Emperor unified China, he ordered Meng Tian to lead 200,000 troops to station in Jiuyuan, blocking the Hu Xiongnu, so that they could not invade the Central Plains." Shen Gong took over the conversation: "After the demise of Zhao, Gongzi Jia was the king of Dailand. The Qin army was about to attack, and some people advised him to surrender to the Xiongnu. Prince Jia refused sternly and led the remaining army of Zhao to fight with Wang Ben in Dailand. In the end, the entire army was wiped out. Prince Jia also captured the Qin army alive. Prince Jia thought he would definitely die, but he did not expect that Emperor Qin not only did not kill him, but also gave him a city. The Emperor praised him for being a descendant of the Zhao family and would rather die than to surrender to the Hu people. The king of Yan's country wanted to surrender to the Hu people, but the Emperor killed him without hesitation. No matter when, the righteousness of China will remain. This is the true meaning of China's hardships and hardships!"

Emperor Jing nodded and praised: "Duke Shen said it very well. When he talked about this, he reminded me of Sima Cuo, the former dynasty's national lieutenant. When Sima Cuo was the national lieutenant, the new Qin army increased from 50,000 to 300,000. The strength of the previous dynasty was beyond his authority. Sima Cuo also accepted Bashu and made great contributions. However, in his later years, he did not become a national lieutenant, but recruited a group of righteous men and went to Liaodong to fight against the Hu people! He did not love glory and wealth, but loved righteousness, which was admirable! All the requests from Zhou Yang were agreed!"

"The emperor is wise!" Shen Gong and the others praised each other.

Although Emperor Jing was wise, it was still quite difficult to agree to what Zhou Yang said. Emperor Jing was accurate, no matter how much he praised it, he would not be able to do it. Shen Gong and the others sincerely praised it.

"The previous dynasty pacified Lingnan was not small. It was not easy for Zhao Tuo to find more than 100,000 ashes between the deserted mountains and rivers!" Emperor Jing sighed: "I think this matter not only needs to recognize their merits, but also needs to be done in a glorious manner, which is more beautiful. I want to send an envoy to hold a tribute to Panyu for tribute, and then welcome him back. What do you think?"

This is a step further than Zhou Yang's request. Shen Gong and the others were both surprised and admired. They stood up and bowed to Emperor Jing and said, "The emperor is wise! I have no objection!"

"Okay!" Emperor Jing nodded happily and said, "Your articles are all good, just write a tribute."

"This..." Master Yan pondered for a moment and said, "Emperor, although I have some literary talent, this kind of article must be written like a pen of citron. I am sorry that I do not have such talent."

"I also feel this way." Shen Gong hurriedly said.

"I am not good at this." Dong Zhongshu is good at academics, so it is not his strength in making articles.

Not to mention Zhou Yafu, no one can even think of anyone who uses a pen like a sword.

Emperor Jing glanced at them and raised his eyebrows, "Chuntuo, Chuanmeicheng, Zhuang Ji, Sima Xiangru."

"No!" Chuntuo responded and hurriedly went to handle it.

Not long after, Mei Cheng, Zhuang Ji and Sima Xiangru arrived quickly. Among the three, Sima Xiangru was the most handsome, with a fluttering sleeve, and very free and easy.

"See the Emperor!" The three of them greeted Emperor Jing.

"Forgive!" Emperor Jing waved his hand and said, "You are all famous scholars in the world, and they are like pens. I want you to write an article to commemorate the soldiers of the previous dynasty. Can you write it?"

"Presidents of the previous dynasty?" Mei Cheng and the other two were surprised.

"Master Yan, tell them." Emperor Jingyi signaled.

The Lord's father Yan responded and told the matter.

"The emperor is wise, we should do our best." Mei Cheng and the other two praised Emperor Jing in unison.

Emperor Jing recognized the merits of the Qin army soldiers, which was both surprising and embarrassing.

"When will you be able to write?" asked Emperor Jing.

"My teacher's literary thoughts are slow, and it takes a while to be graceful." Although Mei Cheng is a famous scholar in the world, "Qifa" is a famous work that has been passed down through the ages, he has a shortcoming, that is, his writing is slow and he has to write it slowly. How can such a sacrificial essay be written in a short time?

"It will take some time for me to think about it for a while." Zhuang Ji pondered for a moment, and could not write an article without inspiration.

"Where is Changqing?" Emperor Jing asked, looking at Sima Xiangru.

"If the emperor wants to be anxious, he can write it now." Sima Xiangru is a famous philosopher scholar in Chinese history. His characteristic is that his talent is quick and can be achieved overnight.

"Okay! Come on, come with the pen and ink!" Emperor Jing heard about Sima Xiangru's talent and reputation. He heard it and was very curious, but he wanted to see what kind of articles you could write.

Sima Xiangru was quick-witted, and Zhufu Yan and others had heard of it, but had never seen it yet, and they were as thoughtful as Emperor Jing.

Chuntuo brought the pen and ink, and the master Yan began to grind the ink. Emperor Jing actually helped him for the first time. Shen Gong, Dong Zhongshu and others were not idle either. They either spread silk or helped put on the pen.

Only Zhou Yafu, who uses a pen like a sword, is the most idle, and can only watch it.

Sima Xiangru lifted the sleeves of the robe, knelt down, held the pen in his hand, and dipped it in thick ink, and started writing without thinking.

"rustle!"

A slight sound came out, and a pen was in Sima Xiangru's hand, like a dragon and a snake walking without any delay.

"good!"

As soon as the article began, Emperor Jing and others applauded in unison.

"Okay, okay!"

Just halfway through an article, Emperor Jing and others didn’t know how many good words they called.

"Glorious words!"

As soon as Sima Xiangru finished writing, Emperor Jing picked it up and shaking his head to read it, with a slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight slight

"I admire you! I admire you!" Mei Cheng and Zhuang Ji stepped forward to greet you.

"Excessive award, more award!" Sima Xiangru replied with a fist.

Emperor Jing finished reading it and said, "This article is better than a thousand troops and will surely move the remains of the previous dynasty to tears. From then on, Lingnan will no longer rebel! Let Gongsun Hong hold this article and go to Panyu to pay homage and welcome the heroic spirits back!"

xxxxxx

Panyu, Nanyue Palace.

Zhao Tuo, Zhou Yang, Zhu Maichen, Gongsun He, Gongsun Jian, Qin Wuhui and others were having a banquet.

Since we arrived in Nanyue, Zhao Tuo has a small banquet every three days and a big banquet every five days. Zhou Yang and the others have become a little tired of having a banquet. However, Zhao Tuo was unable to refuse his affection and had to come.

During the meal, as always, Zhao Tuo asked the most about the situation in the Central Plains. When people are old, they always think about the past and miss their hometown. Zhao Tuo has nearly a hundred people, and he misses his hometown even more. He asks him tirelessly, where can Zhou Yang and the others answer, which makes Zhao Tuo sigh.

While drinking a banquet and talking, Zhou Yang and the others were both a little drunk.

"King, I have something unknown, so please let me explain my doubts." Zhou Yang put down his wine glass and looked at Zhao Tuo.

"Master General, please say something." Zhao Tuo's face was red. After so many years, he was most happy these days. Although Zhou Yang and the others were Han officials, he was the last member of the 500,000 Southern Qin army. He was really relieved to see so many people from the Central Plains and having a banquet with him.

"King, why did the First Emperor give you the edict of 'Do not make Lingnan mistakes'?" Zhou Yang had read the edict of Qin Shihuang, and wrote the six words "Don't make Lingnan mistakes" on it. As for why Qin Shihuang gave Zhao Tuo this decree, Zhou Yang did not understand, and Emperor Jing did not understand. Only Zhao Tuo knew the inside story in the world.

This imperial edict had a great influence. It was precisely because Zhao Tuo followed this imperial edict and did not lead the Qin army back to the Central Plains that the Qin Dynasty was finally destroyed.

If Zhao Tuo led 500,000 Qin troops back to the Central Plains at the end of the Qin Dynasty, the general situation in the world would be unknown. That would be a total of 500,000 elite Qin troops, who followed Qin Shihuang to conquer the six countries with the equipment, training, and battlefield experience, no matter which, they were not comparable to the uprising army. Even Xiang Yu's eight thousand Jiangdong soldiers were not opponents.

It was precisely because of this will that the 500,000 Qin troops watched the Qin Dynasty collapse, and Zhou Yang really wanted to figure it out.

"Hey!" Zhao Tuo sighed, and said nothing for a long time. His eyes were red, his chest was flushed rapidly, and his mind was in agitation.

Zhou Yang increasingly felt that Qin Shihuang was great, not a tyrant who was scolded by later generations. Descendants of the Qin army in South Vietnam were circulating many anecdotes and interesting stories about Qin Shihuang, as well as his achievements. These rumors were hundreds of times more abundant than the historical materials of later generations, and thousands of times more exciting. Based on Zhou Yang's observation, this was not a rumor, but a historical fact, because Qin Shihuang's imprint could be seen everywhere in South Vietnam.

Zhao Tuo, a loyal follower of Qin Shihuang, was so excited that he was so excited when he mentioned Qin Shihuang. Zhou Yang was completely unable to understand. He just waited quietly without urging him.

"It was a night of storms and rain..." Zhao Tuo spoke slowly and said an unknown anecdote.

After pacifying Lingnan, Zhao Tuo was ordered by Ren Xiao to return to Xianyang to report to Qin Shihuang. Qin Shihuang praised the achievements of the Qin army very much and praised the soldiers for their good fighting.

Zhao Tuo then filed Ren Xiao's request, Lingnan had been pacified and could withdraw its troops. Although Lingnan had a vast territory, its economy was underdeveloped and it was difficult to support 500,000 Qin troops. After Lingnan was pacified, withdraw troops as soon as possible to reduce the economic pressure in Lingnan. This is the best strategy.

Logically speaking, Qin Shihuang would agree, but not only did Qin Shihuang not agree, but instead ordered the Qin army to station in Lingnan. He also dispatched hundreds of thousands of people from all over the country to move to Lingnan.

Zhao Tuo disagreed with this move, but he had never opposed Qin Shihuang's unconditional obedience and did not object to it. From the current perspective, Qin Shihuang's move had a profound impact, accelerated the sinicization of Lingnan and promoted the development of Lingnan.

If Qin Shihuang followed Ren Xiao's advice and withdrew the Qin army and did not move into the Central Plains people, Lingnan would not be like this now. Whether China would have a land in South China is all about whether it is.

Zhou Yang and the others praised Qin Shihuang's grand and profound plan. Such a person who was scolded by future generations as a tyrant had such a vision.

Zhao Tuo sighed and continued, "When I left Xianyang, the First Emperor met me again. This was the last time I saw the First Emperor. That night, the wind and rain were in chaos, maybe this was a sign. That night, the First Emperor gave me the will. I was surprised at the time and asked the First Emperor why he gave me such an edict. The First Emperor just said that I wanted me to obey it, and nothing else said."

After a brief pause and calming down his excitement, Zhao Tuo continued: "I bowed and said with a bow. I didn't look back, but I knew that the First Emperor had been looking at my back and sighed. Since I followed the First Emperor at the age of nineteen, blocking and killing the east and west, and having been with each other day and night for more than ten years, I have never seen the First Emperor sigh, never!"

The tone suddenly turned high: "During the Battle of Destroying Zhao, Li Mu led the Zhao army to block the army's advance. Li Mu was famous and the soldiers were afraid, and some were discouraged. The First Emperor was very excited and inspired morale and used counter-espionage to get rid of Li Mu. In the Battle of Destroying Chu, Li Xin was defeated by Xiang Yan, and the 200,000 army suffered heavy casualties. The arrogance of the Chu State was rampant. The ministers in the court were silent. The First Emperor did not defuse. He fought again and finally destroyed the Chu State. The 500,000 army went south, but the supply was not enough, and the morale was low. The sound of withdrawing troops in the court was higher and higher than that. The First Emperor had no energy and ordered Shi Lu to repair the canal. However, that night, the First Emperor sighed. It was the only night in the life of the First Emperor, and the only time in the life of the First Emperor, and the only time in the life of the First Emperor, and the only time in the life of the First Emperor, perhaps, the First Emperor had a premonition."
To be continued...