HLnovel Chapter 494 There's something wrong with what you said in this chapter. When have you ever been
Chapter 494 There's something wrong with what you said in this chapter. When have you ever been
Guanqiu Jian: "..."
He watched as Liu Bang drove all the soldiers in front of him into a frenzy with his words.
Yes, absolutely insane.
If he were also unsuccessful and could only be a common soldier in the army, would he also be tempted by the emperor's promises, and would he also be willing to give up his life to leave behind generations of wealth and glory for his family?
He turned and glanced at the guards standing behind him.
These were all his most trusted confidants who had followed him in his campaigns across the north and south for over a decade, and at this moment, some of them revealed a look of longing in their eyes.
Over the years, Guanqiu Jian has never mistreated any of them.
However, the bait that the emperor released was too tempting, so tempting that almost all the soldiers would risk their lives for him!
This promise from the emperor was something he could never give in any way.
Looking at these soldiers who were almost frenzied, Guanqiu Jian seemed to have a vague idea of what the emperor was planning to do!
"His Majesty……"
Just as he was about to ask a question, he saw Liu Bang give him a smile.
"No need to ask, it's exactly what you think."
No one knew better than Liu Bang how to eradicate the aristocratic clans.
The so-called aristocratic families, in the end, were nothing more than former nobles who used their power to constantly consolidate their position, ultimately achieving a status that could not be shaken even by dynastic changes.
In that case, to eradicate these people, we need to start rotating those in the upper echelons.
Whoever has the ability should take the lead.
Those who lack the ability should obediently leave.
During this period, he has been offering various benefits in order to revive a group of nobles.
The power of the aristocratic clans should be completely dismantled.
What? You think you can just rely on the glory of your ancestors to continue your lineage?
It might have worked in the hands of Cao Wei or the Sima family, but now it's in Liu Bang's hands!
"Understood……"
Guanqiu Jian received the answer, and his mood became even more excited, just like the soldiers below him.
They suppressed the aristocratic families and supported the meritorious nobles.
This is exactly what he wanted to see!
In the past, no matter how great the achievements of the Wei Dynasty were in foreign wars, once it lost its military power and returned to the capital, it had to obediently bow its head and be mindful of the whims of the powerful families.
Chen Tai is the most prominent example of this.
He single-handedly blocked many attacks by the Han army in Shu, and he also thwarted several offensives by the Eastern Wu.
Such a person, obediently stripped of his military power, could only obediently submit to others' whims after returning to the capital.
He is just one example; the same thing has happened countless times in the Great Wei.
If these military generals and nobles could obtain the status they deserved, how many of them would still be willing to risk being suspected and cling to their military power?
If soldiers could earn the treatment they deserved from the court based on their military merits, how could there be any unrest?
With such a wise ruler, if the Great Wei can truly capture the capital in this battle, perhaps the world will finally be at peace!
But is the capital really so easy to conquer?
Guanqiu Jian had already secretly made up his mind.
If Liu Bang's next strategy cannot guarantee his own safety, then even if it goes against the emperor's will, he cannot allow him to risk his own life!
Liu Bang ignored what the soldier was thinking and simply looked down at the excited soldiers below.
"I need five hundred men to die with me."
Guanqiu Jian: "?"
He took two steps forward to offer his advice, but Liu Bang reached out and stopped him.
"General Guanqiu, this is my decree. Do not disobey or question my decision."
"My words have been spoken, and a ruler's word is law. If we fail to capture the capital today, I am willing to die with you all!"
"Gentlemen, five hundred people, whether dead or alive, will be cared for by the court, their families will be recorded in separate genealogies, and their positions will be hereditary and perpetual."
"Those who are willing to die with me, step forward."
As soon as he finished speaking, everyone took a step forward in unison.
"I am willing to die with Your Majesty!"
"We all wish it!"
"No regrets even if I die!"
At this point, how could they not know what the Emperor's mission was!
The emperor is going to lead the army in person, and the people being selected now are the emperor's personal guards!
"Since everyone is willing, then please, General Guanqiu, select five hundred elite soldiers for me."
"Equip them with the best weapons and armor, and prepare the best food."
"Furthermore, prepare some wine for me, to celebrate the departure of all of you, and to bid me farewell!"
At this moment, Guanqiu Jian was finally certain that no one could change His Majesty's decision.
But at that very moment, he suddenly wavered in his beliefs.
Given equal troop strength, it seems that it might not be impossible to capture the capital.
The emperor personally led the expedition, charging into battle himself.
He dared not imagine how crazy the soldiers would be when they saw the nine-tasseled dragon flag truly charging ahead!
It's a big gamble.
If the emperor were to send himself into the enemy's clutches and be killed by them, then all would be lost.
However, if the enemy fails to break through the guards' numerous obstacles in a short time, the remaining soldiers will show the noble families in the city what madness is!
"General Guanqiu, why aren't you going?"
Seeing Guanqiu Jian still standing there in a daze, Liu Bang urged him on with some dissatisfaction.
"According to the order!"
Having thoroughly understood the emperor's plans, Guanqiu Jian no longer hesitated.
Since His Majesty is not afraid, why should he be so hesitant?
Just as the emperor said, what he needs to do now is not to dissuade, but to cooperate, seize every opportunity, and completely break through the defenses of the capital!
A moment later, smoke began to rise from the camp.
The food and meat they carried in the military camp were thrown into the pot as if they were free.
In an instant, the fragrance filled the entire camp.
Many soldiers standing on the periphery couldn't stop drooling from smelling it.
But at this time, no one had any objections.
Everyone knew that the food cooking in the pot, and the fine wine being brought up, were all there to send them off on their journey.
Looking at the soldiers with large bowls in front of them, quietly waiting for their meals, they felt no jealousy, only envy and respect.
When the cook brought the food up, everyone filled their bowls to the brim, with the fatty meat piled up like small mountains in the bowls.
"To be honest, this send-off meal is really satisfying. Look at this, there's a whole piece of fat!"
"Hey you over there, are you a glutton? You've got so much rice in your bowl, aren't you afraid you'll throw up during the charge?"
"What? I can eat a lot, and I'll be a better fighter than you on the battlefield. You disagree?"
"Heh, you little brat, I'm waiting to see. Once we're on the battlefield, I'll definitely settle things with you!"
"Shut up! Instead of wasting your energy arguing, why don't you eat a couple more pieces of meat!"
"Goodness, such a big bowl of fine wine! His Majesty is being incredibly generous this time!"
The moment the last sentence left his mouth, the man received a solid blow to the head.
"There's something wrong with what you're saying. When have you ever been stingy?"
"If you survive, I will be a hundred times more generous than I am now!"