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To avoid drawing the attention of the Qin State, which was the only one unaware of the truth at this time, the various Feudal States that agreed to assist Zhao were also very cautious. They pretended to participate in Zhao's Selection and sent their so-called Beauty Teams to meet with the Plain King. Their purpose was to discuss the details of military support and hope to reach a consensus.
As the saying goes, before troops are mobilized, provisions must be prepared. To express their sincerity in actively preparing for war, the Envoy Group included many secretive individuals. Among them were professionals skilled in battlefield assessment and numerous experts in logistics support. If there was no comprehensive logistics support mechanism in place before sending troops, they would starve to death before even engaging in battle!
Recently, there has been a significant issue regarding rumors of a grain shortage within Zhao. If this were true, then advance preparations for grain supply would also need careful planning.
The Plain King, who had just exceeded his quota for collecting money and grain, could not help but laugh upon hearing the concerns of the envoys. He stated on the spot that the Feudal States only needed to send troops, and as for the army's provisions, Zhao would take full responsibility!
Hearing such bold claims made the envoys from various Feudal States exchange glances. Such a significant matter should ideally have a Lord of the Nation making promises. However, considering who made this statement, everyone ceased to doubt it. A person of integrity stands by their word.
As for how the Plain King would make promises, Zhao Wang Dan naturally would not interfere. Moreover, the entire plan for the Selection was coordinated by Zhao Sheng from start to finish; ultimately, it would not be detrimental to Zhao! Since that was the case, it was best to proceed with ease.
All personnel from Zhao involved in this operation were ordered to remain in the capital and publicly claimed to be part of the Selection organizing committee. The nominal chief designer was actually the overall commander of this Alliance and Diplomacy mission.
Zhao Sheng, who received this appointment, naturally accepted it without hesitation; he had already begun preparing behind the scenes for any potential gaps. The so-called urgent appointment to turn things around was merely a matter of navigating circumstances. Thus, the two quickly reached an agreement and put a pot of well-prepared rice on to cook.
Zhao Kuo, who participated in this operation, was undoubtedly the key player for Plain King Zhao Sheng's comeback but had not informed any participants due to timing issues. This led to Zhao Wang Dan being completely unaware and created a disconnect between them.
Zhao Wang Dan knew that Zhao Kuo was coming into the city today because he had issued that order yesterday. The purpose was to discuss candidates for commanding the Allied Forces; his original intention was for his childhood friend to personally take charge as Standard Bearer. If their initial plan to Seize the Initiative had failed, then surely their current strength should pose no problem! Based on his understanding of Zhao Kuo, this childhood companion was capable of such an important role. Moreover, entrusting Plain King with selecting a leading general felt somewhat unreliable.
For matters of national importance, it is best left to one's own people!
Plain King Zhao Sheng learned about Zhao Kuo's entry into the city from the Ministry of War. He believed this indicated that King Zhao was preparing to Seize the Initiative, and he considered Zhao Kuo to be the most suitable candidate for leading troops. He originally planned to wait until after the Selection event concluded before seizing an opportunity to persuade the king regarding Seizing the Initiative.
However, it seemed that there was no longer any need for that! Since they were in agreement, it was better to prepare in advance! Determined, Zhao Sheng no longer concealed the plan he had formulated earlier and presented it all to King Zhao.
Upon learning that the logistics support units from the Feudal States would officially depart from their homeland in the coming days, Zhao Wang Dan felt an overwhelming impulse that the State of Zhao was already victorious. As for the fact that they would have to rely on Zhao for their supplies, that seemed only natural. After all, this was a matter concerning Zhao itself; friends coming to help should certainly be taken care of. He immediately expressed that his uncle's contributions were invaluable. When our army achieves victory, rewards will surely be given!
The Plain King did not feel any joy from King Zhao's promise; he was still pondering how his plan to fill in the gaps could finally be realized. At this moment, seeing the dawn of victory, he sighed inwardly, feeling that heaven truly favored him! The strong support from friends was the best proof!
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Unaware that he had become the commander of the Allied Forces, Zhao Kuo hurriedly made his way to Prison City Camp, anxiously urging his steed to run faster. From a distance, he spotted someone standing outside the prison gates; the figure looked familiar, so he spurred his horse onward. As he got closer, he indeed saw it was Centurion Sima Shang, who was peering into the prison while holding a lunchbox.
Zhao Kuo dismounted and casually tossed the reins to the Captain of the Guard. He cast a cold glance at the Centurion who was being held outside and felt a surge of anger. Striding up to the gate, he said coldly, "My Sima General! Holding a lunchbox—doesn't it feel inferior to wielding a sword?"
Hearing the familiar question, Sima Shang immediately recognized who had arrived without needing to turn around. He quickly set down his lunchbox and turned to bow respectfully to Zhao Kuo. "I pay my respects to General Zhao! Why have you come to Handan when you are not at home with filial piety?"
Zhao Kuo couldn't be bothered to answer this question and merely snorted in response. He looked back at his guards who had all dismounted and waved his hand, saying, "How dare anyone imprison my subordinates! They must have eaten bear hearts and leopard gall! Come! Follow me inside!"
Despite the guards outside Prison City Camp usually shouting orders, that was because they had never encountered real soldiers before. These battle-hardened warriors could intimidate anyone with just a glare. Hearing their general's command now, they instinctively moved forward with their swords at the ready.
This was bad! The soldiers clearly intended to storm the prison! The guards at the gate sensed trouble and quickly raised their weapons. "Stop right there! You..."
Seeing someone daring enough to jump out and shout, Zhao Guangyi kicked the shouting guard away. "Get lost! General Zhao is here to see his subordinates; let's see who dares to stop him!"
Entering a prison without a royal decree was punishable by death, and allowing unrelated individuals inside was also a capital offense. This was no joking matter; let alone actually trying to enter! The soldiers who had just been intimidated quickly raised their short spears and completely blocked the entrance. "What do you think this place is!? No entry without permission! If you dare take another step forward, you will be killed without mercy!"
Captain of the Guard Zhao Guangyi was not one to sit idly by. Seeing someone daring to point a weapon at his general, he felt a surge of anger. He quickly drew his Sword and shouted, "Brothers! Get ready to fight! Let's take down these fools who don't know their place!"
Zhao Kuo squinted at the sharp spikes in front of him and raised his hand to stop his Captain of the Guard from carrying out his murderous intentions. "Everyone, put your swords away! Weapons are meant for the enemy, not for our own brothers!" With that, he stepped forward without a care.
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