Chapter 475 Some problems need to be treated!

Chapter 475 Some problems need to be treated!

As soon as Xiao He said this, Cao Shen and Han Xin rolled their eyes. Isn't this obviously an attempt to pass on the blame? You don't know how to offend others.

Xiao He was different from Cao Shen and Han Xin. Xiao He was a proper civil official, and his position was relatively stable. The only ones who were qualified to compete with Xiao He were the Four Elders of Shangshan in the academy, but they only taught students and did not get involved in the affairs of the court, unless Gao wanted to ask about it.

Feng Quji has the qualifications but not the strength, Li Si has the strength but not the qualifications, Wu She and his group are too young and have just joined Gao Yao, and Zhang Liang does not pose a threat, so Xiao He's position is very stable, and naturally he will not get involved in this matter when he has nothing to do.

Unless Gao Yao was determined to lose this battle, the probability of losing was indeed low. The actual situation of the Peacock Kingdom was very clear to Xiao He, who had been there once.

Whether it is from the military formation, weapons and equipment, soldiers' training, or the military quality of the generals, our side has almost all the advantages. It is a bit exaggerated to say that the people of the Peacock Kingdom are stupid. However, the combat procedures are too rigid. When fighting, it is more based on which side has more people. The advantage is greater. Not to mention the Southern Border Army, even the Qin army is no match.

The Maurya Kingdom still adopted a very traditional offensive method, with archers shooting and then infantry pressing forward. The weapons they were equipped with were basically one-handed swords and shields, with very few changes.

At this time, the Southern Frontier Army had already popularized the use of longbows, shortbows, crossbows, shields, spears, daggers, longswords, and even warhammers. Some combat tools such as tripwires and nets could also be deployed on the battlefield, and they could adapt to different types of troops in different environments. This was a huge gap in the quality of the army, which could not be easily made up.

Basically, it can be said that as long as Gao Yao does not intend to lose, there is almost no possibility of losing this battle. The only difference is what kind of results this battle will achieve and how much results Gao Yao can swallow now. After all, biting off more than he can chew, Minzhong, Kuaiji, and Bashu counties have just stabilized. Rashly annexing too many places is actually not conducive to the current development of the southern border.

"Ying Bu!" At this time, Gao Yao spoke directly after Xiao He avoided the question.

"Yes." Ying Bu was delighted when he heard Gao Yao's words, but he remained calm on the surface.

"I heard that you often punish soldiers and have a bad temper. Is that true?" Gao Yao changed the subject and pointed out Ying Bu's problem directly.

"Prime Minister, I admit my guilt!" After hearing Gao Yao's words, Ying Bu's originally happy mood suddenly turned into panic. He did not delay at all and immediately admitted his fault.

"I know that your life was not smooth before, which led to your bad temper. I have already purchased a good house in the county town. I have already prepared everything and will settle down in the county town from now on."

"This... I'm ashamed to admit it!" Ying Bu was a little confused after hearing Gao Yao's words. He was scolding him one second, and the next second he was taking away one of his best houses.

"It's okay. If you have made contributions, you will be rewarded. If you have made mistakes, you will be punished. You don't need to worry about this. But from now on, you must put away your violent temper and think twice before doing anything. What I want is people's loyalty. I will kill those who should be killed and not kill those who should not be killed. Do you understand?"

Gao Yao said this for a reason. Ying Bu's personality is somewhat similar to Zhang Fei's, but he is more irritable and more ambitious. To deal with such a person, you need to beat him from time to time and give him some benefits. You need to give him both big sticks and sweet dates. Only in this way can you give full play to Ying Bu's ability, and at the same time make Ying Bu afraid of you at any time.

"Since the general has said that you will go on this expedition, then you will lead the Third Legion to attack the Peacock Kingdom, and Zhang Liang will be your advisor. You should listen to Zhang Liang's advice on all matters. Do you understand?"

"Yes! Thank you, Prime Minister. I will definitely fulfill my mission and follow Mr. Zhang Liang's instructions. If there is any mistake, I will be beheaded!"

Originally, Ying Bu had lost hope, thinking that Gao Yao had specifically called him out and reprimanded him just to make him give up the idea of ​​going to the war. However, he did not expect that he would be allowed to go to the war in the end. This was a real opportunity to win military honors. Ying Bu himself did not expect such a sudden turn of events.

Gao Yao's words shocked many generals present. Gao Yao was actually going to give such a coveted job to Ying Bu! Instantly, the other generals present looked at each other in disbelief. They exchanged glances, as if they wanted to get some explanation or confirmation from each other, but in the end they just fell into silence and confusion.

Even Han Xin, who was always resourceful, was slightly startled at this moment, and was secretly surprised. He really couldn't understand why Gao Yao chose Ying Bu to take on this important task. In terms of strength and ability, Ying Bu was certainly not bad, but he was definitely not the most suitable person; in terms of qualifications, Ying Bu was even more inferior.

Normally, such a good thing should be given priority to those generals who have worked hard and made great contributions! Even Cao Shen, his achievements and prestige are far beyond Ying Bu's reach. According to common sense, it would be the best policy to send Cao Shen to lead some experienced veterans to the Maurya Kingdom.

After all, in the previous battles, Gao Yao had placed high hopes on these generals who followed him early on, and entrusted them with more critical and difficult defensive tasks, causing them to miss many opportunities to gain outstanding military merits. Now, in order to make up for this regret, it is reasonable to give them a good opportunity to make meritorious service.

"Why, are you dissatisfied with my idea?" Just after Ying Bu silently retreated to both sides and stood still, Gao Yao cast his cold eyes towards the people below with an expressionless face, and spoke in a flat tone but with a hint of majesty.

As soon as these words came out, it was like a thunderclap in everyone's heart, and the hearts of the people who were already a little uneasy suddenly sank. They secretly complained, and sure enough, Gao Yao's inexplicable smile before was not without reason.

At this time, Gao Yao looked at Cao Shen and said directly: "Cao Shen!"

Cao Shen's heart trembled when he was called, and he hurriedly responded. He walked forward quickly, thinking quickly in his mind which link had gone wrong. However, Gao Yao did not give him too much time to think at this moment. He just reached out and picked up a thick list on the table. His movements were slow and steady, as if every subtle movement contained deep meaning. Then, he gently opened the list, and the pages made a slight rustling sound when turning, which was particularly clear and piercing in the silent atmosphere.