Chapter 700 Am I being forced to become king?

Chapter 700 Am I being forced to become king?

Therefore, relocating the capital is imperative, and relocating the capital also means that Gongzi Gao's death is approaching. Only in this way can the ambitions of those people with ulterior motives in the southern border be completely eliminated and the situation be stabilized.

However, Gao Yao felt helpless about this. After all, Xianyang had not yet been conquered, but Xiao He already regarded it as his own possession. Was it really appropriate to be so confident?

"Well, I understand. Then let you, Xiao He, take charge of this matter. Don't be too anxious. Take it step by step. Do you understand?" Gao Yao said slowly with a gloomy face.

"Yes!" Xiao He heard this, as if he had been pardoned, and hurriedly bowed in response. His face immediately revealed an excited look, and the corners of his mouth couldn't help but rise, revealing a visible smile.

Gao Yao felt helpless when he saw this. He knew that Xiao He was a very capable person, but sometimes he would be too eager, so he specifically told him not to be anxious and to proceed step by step.

Gao Yao didn't know what to say about Xiao He's excitement, after all, it was human nature. He could only shake his head slightly and then turned his gaze in the direction of Li Si.

"Li Si, you have known me for a long time. There are some things that you don't need to worry about. You can just enjoy your old age." Gao Yao said earnestly, "Li You is very good and worth training. You can rest assured."

Gao Yao actually thinks highly of Li Si. The two have known each other for many years and have a certain friendship with each other. However, Li Si is now old and the journey is tiring, which really makes Gao Yao a little worried.

If something unexpected happened on the way, Li Si might not be able to return safely. At his age, taking such a big risk was not worth it in Gao Yao's opinion.

"Prime Minister, this is indeed my own choice. As long as we live, we have to do something. I, Li Si, will never forget your kindness in recognizing my talent. I also understand your difficulties, you have your considerations and concerns. But although I, Li Si, am old, I still have some face, and I am willing to serve you at my best!" Li Si said to Gao Yao sincerely, and he was actually very happy in his heart.

Because he knew that Gao Yao, who looked ruthless and ruthless, was actually a very sentimental person. And Li Si himself also hoped to do one more thing with all his strength in the last stage of his life. If an accident really happened, Gao Yao would definitely take better care of his son Li You based on what he had done.

And if this matter can be successful, then his position in the southern border will definitely be more stable, and Li You will have more opportunities to go further.

Gao Yao looked at Li Si and was silent for a moment. Finally, he sighed and said, "Forget it. Since you insist so much, then go ahead. But before you leave, I will send you a hundred of my personal soldiers as guards to ensure your safety."

Upon hearing this, Li Si immediately bowed and said, "Thank you very much, Prime Minister, for your kindness! With your personal guards protecting me, I can move forward with peace of mind."

After saying these things, Gao Yao waved his hand and prepared to let the two of them leave. At this time, Xiao He stepped forward again.

"Prime Minister, there is one more thing. Wei Bao has sent an envoy to Nanjun!" Xiao He's voice revealed a hint of confusion.

Gao Yao frowned and looked puzzled when he heard this. He muttered to himself, "Wei Bao? Sending an envoy now?" This news obviously surprised him.

Now, the two sides are in a fierce battle, and Han Xin's battle has dealt a heavy blow to Wei Bao, directly causing the other side to lose nearly 40,000 troops. Under such circumstances, Wei Bao actually chose to send an envoy at this time, which is really puzzling.

"Why does Wei Bao want to negotiate peace now? Could it be that Wei Bao has already withdrawn his troops?" Gao Yao thought about various possibilities, but it was difficult to figure out Wei Bao's real intention for the moment.

Seeing this, Xiao He hurriedly explained: "I haven't received any news on this yet, but I think Wei Bao will definitely not withdraw his troops, but will choose to continue to defend. Otherwise, how can Wei Bao have the qualifications to negotiate with the Prime Minister?"

Xiao He's analysis is not without reason. Judging from the current situation, although Wei Bao has suffered heavy losses, he still has a certain strength. If he easily withdraws his troops, he will not only lose the bargaining chips for negotiation with Gao Yao, but Gao Yao may also take advantage of the victory to pursue him, resulting in greater losses. Therefore, continuing to hold on seems to be a wiser choice for Wei Bao.

Gao Yao's doubts were not completely eliminated. What was Wei Bao's purpose in sending an envoy at this time? Was he trying to delay time and wait for reinforcements? Or was there some other hidden conspiracy?

"Come if you want to. Let's meet. When two armies are fighting, envoys are not killed. At the same time, Han Xin is ordered to fight as he pleases. There is no need to worry about anything. Who can guarantee that this is not Wei Bao's move to delay time?"

"Here!"

Although he was somewhat curious, Gao Yao did not refuse to meet the other party's envoy. The reason why Gao Yao agreed to meet was very simple. Even if the purpose of this battle was fully achieved, he would not attack Wei Bao for the time being. Since the other party wanted to talk, then let's talk.

At the same time, in Jiujiang, Wu Rui led his huge army, like a surging torrent, and continuously launched a fierce attack on the county where Wu She was located. This fierce battle lasted for two full days, but Wu Rui was surprised to find that this seemingly insignificant county had such a tenacious resistance.

Although Wu Rui's army far outnumbered the defenders, numbering nearly 80,000, they were unable to break through the city in the face of an enemy force of just over 20,000. This made Wu Rui deeply aware of the powerful strength of the Southern Border Army.

Wu Rui was not discouraged or retreated. He knew that since he had launched the attack, he had to persevere to the end and capture the county. Otherwise, not only would he gain nothing, but he would also become a laughing stock of others and even cause dissatisfaction and complaints within his own army.

Therefore, Wu Rui decided to continue the fierce attack and launched a more violent attack on the county town without mercy. He did not intend to give up easily. Only by taking the county town in front of him could he barely stand on the south bank.

In the county town, Wu She also did not sit still and wait for death. He had already made all-round preparations. While leaving 300 soldiers to defend the city, the rest of the soldiers quietly launched a breakout operation under the cover of night. But how could the action of tens of thousands of people not alarm Wu Rui? While Wu She was breaking out, someone rushed to report the news to Wu Rui.