The troops entered Zhao State and only passed through one large city, but every time they approached a big city, Song would send someone to inquire about the internal chaos in Zhao State, but could only get a general idea.

  Zhao and Wei are adjacent, plus internal turmoil, the specific situation is difficult to grasp for a while, so Song Chu's actions are much more cautious than in Qin. Taking advantage of having just arrived, Song Chu ordered Ji Yan to investigate Zhao's specific situation again.

  "The Prince of Fan has rebelled, and it is said that he has assembled a large army of 100,000 men to occupy Wu'an, and is now facing off against Handan. The internal conflict in Zhao is on the verge of erupting, and everyone within the city is in danger." Ji Yu had not been outside for too long, and it was already quite difficult for him to gather this information.

  "Gongzi Fan? A hundred thousand troops?" Song Chu was astonished, she remembered that Gongzi Fan's rebellion in her previous life didn't have so many people, and they were defeated in one battle, posing no fundamental threat to the Zhao royal family. "Gongzi Fan's mother came from a humble background, and he himself had no reputation, how could he gather an army of a hundred thousand?"

  For Zhao, an army of 100,000 is not a lot, but this is near the capital city. The Marquis of Zhao is not blind, and it's impossible for him to allow the deployment of large troops from the border garrison. Song Chu guessed that most likely there were many traitors in the defending army in Handan.

  But as a weak and powerless prince without the support of a maternal clan, even if he had superior means, it would be no different from his previous life. With only 50,000 to 60,000 people, how could he possibly incite the garrison troops to rebel?

  At first, Song had a bit of a messy heart. The actual development and the situation she remembered were changing one after another, and for a while, she found it hard to accept.

  It's not that I'm afraid of the unknown, it's just that if this world is no longer the same as before, then would Min Chi still be the same Min Chi? If not, where should her hatred be placed?

  "Since that's the case, sir, why reveal your identity at this time?" Ji Yu also understood that if Zhao Guo remained deadlocked for a day, they would not have the opportunity to persuade Marquis Zhao to join in attacking Wei. Who would be busy grabbing their neighbor's belongings when there was a fire in their own courtyard?

  "To be honest, the defense of Zhao Guo is not a matter of great concern to us. Even if there were no internal strife, it's possible that the Lord of Zhao would not bother with us for a month or two if he was in a bad mood. Can we expect him to receive us at this critical moment when the fire is burning? Song Chu continued, "Furthermore, what could be more important for Zhao Guo right now than resolving the rebellion? What could be more worthy of concern for its people?"

  In short, the country is in a state of internal turmoil and its neighboring countries are eagerly waiting for an opportunity to take advantage of the situation.

  In comparison, news of a minor country's envoy arriving is much less valuable and may even be drowned out by the war.

  And even if a real fight breaks out, it's much safer here than being affected by the chaos outside. Besides, eating and drinking at someone else's expense is always more comfortable. The only downside is that gathering information isn't convenient. But Song Chu didn't mind, where people use others as shields, there must be loopholes, especially when the situation is chaotic.

  "First observe for a few days, if it's still a stalemate without fighting, that would be the most troublesome." Song Chu guessed that the standoff might not last too long. The rebellious Prince Fan had enough power to threaten the throne, how could he not take the initiative to attack and capture the king's city?

  What puzzled Song Chu was how this young master Fan managed to gain the support of a 100,000-strong army?

  According to Song Chu's understanding, Zhao Fan's mother was just a concubine. In those years, there were repeated conflicts between Zhao and Wei, so the King of Wei sent an envoy to the State of Zhao to repair relations. Besides countless gold, silver, and jewels, many beautiful women were also sent, and Zhao Fan's mother was one of them.

  This inner favorite was only conferred as Ruzi after giving birth to Zhao Fan, and was called Shao Wei Ji. Later, she became silent and unknown, serving as Ruzi for five or six years, and then died of illness. Fan was not the son of Zhao Jing Hou's favor either.

  "Feathers, investigate secretly for a few days, what reason does Young Master Fan have to attack Wang City?" Song Chu said.

  "Hey" Yu Ying responded with a single word and left

  Light snow falls densely in the palace of Zhao State

  In the grand palace, all civil and military officials sat quietly, the atmosphere was solemn.

  A middle-aged man in a magnificent robe on the throne raised his hand and slammed it onto the imperial case in front of him, causing a loud crash that echoed throughout the grand hall.

  "Speak up! Can't you usually talk?" he said gritting his teeth.

  After a moment of silence, someone on Wen Chen's side finally spoke up, carefully saying, "The defending army has only 600,000 soldiers left, but the city walls are strong and tall, and can definitely hold out for several days. Your Majesty can immediately mobilize the nearby garrison troops..."

  "How can this be!" A military general immediately objected, "Those are the garrison troops on the border. Once they withdraw from Qi and Wei, wouldn't they take advantage of the situation? The King of Wei is a man with great ambition. If he takes advantage of the chaos to launch a surprise attack, Zhao will truly face a crisis!"

  "Although it is said so, once the city falls, it will be a change of ownership." The scholar said.

  "War is a deceitful art! It's not impossible to win with fewer troops, and although I'm no Sun Bin, I can still defend the capital without worry!" The general's every word was forceful and resounding.

  "Excellent!" Duke Zhao applauded, "The Great General is indeed a pillar of our State of Zhao!"

  "Early in the morning, General, you are only responsible for deploying defense." Zhao Hou said, then turned to the leading civil official and said, "Chancellor, follow me to the study to discuss matters."

  The prime minister, who had been silent all along, stood up and clasped his hands together, "Your humble servant obeys the imperial edict."

  "The general receives his orders" General Shi Li

  Although the order was issued, Prince Zhao did not feel any relief in his heart. He furrowed his brow and walked into the study with big strides. As soon as he sat down, an imperial guard reported, "Your Majesty, envoys from the State of Wei have arrived."

  "Defend the country?" Zhao Hou took over the tea water handed by the maid, took a sip and said, "The city is about to be in danger, I don't have time to listen to their crying, let's put it off for now."

  Zhao Hou said with a sob, but also at the beginning, Wei Hou listened to Song Chu's strategy and sent someone to cry to Zhao Hou about the envoy who came over. He must have had a lot of experience in crying and complaining, and he was so confused that he was driven out. He thought this was because Wei Hou couldn't get an answer, so he sent someone again to cry and complain, never thinking that the small state of Wei would have any great achievements.

  "After 'he' has withdrawn from the inner court, please let the Prime Minister enter."

  "Please sit down, Chancellor." Zhao Hou stood up straight, with a very respectful expression.

  "The Prime Minister, however, did not show any negligence, and after bowing respectfully, he swung open his wide sleeves and knelt down on the couch."

  "Does the Prime Minister have a plan to resolve this crisis?" asked Zhao Hou anxiously.

  Zhao Hou trusted the old man in front of him, who looked very ordinary. In his youth, his father had favored a woman from Lu, who was born into nobility and had an absolutely beautiful appearance, yet was not coquettish or common. At that time, he was already 18 or 19 years old, and he already had a wife and many concubines, but he had never imagined that there could be such a beautiful and noble woman in the world.

  This Lu woman unexpectedly gained the favor of Zhao Jing Hou, and this favor soon reached an unprecedented level. Zhao Jing Hou even called her Zhao Zhang Ji.

  Zhao Jinghou was originally named Zhao Zhang. After Zhao Zhang's wife became pregnant, she gave birth to a boy. When the boy was four years old, it could be seen that his appearance had completely inherited the advantages of Zhao Zhang's wife, becoming the best-looking one among all the sons of Zhao Jinghou.

  Zhao Jing Hou was overjoyed and gave him the name Ke, and privately asked his trusted ministers three or five times to make Gongzi Ke the crown prince.

  It was this prime minister who, in such circumstances, insisted on the eldest son succeeding to the throne and repeatedly risked arguing with Zhao Jing Hou until his face turned red and his ears were hot, even preparing to use troops to support him.