Chapter 72 Yan Dan's goal is achieved
The formations are overlapped and connected to each other. Only by splitting up one of the formations and finding the important nodes, the secret can be revealed.

Having cracked the secret, Ying Zifei did not even take a rest and continued to dismantle the formation.

A night passed, and the next day, sunlight shone through the window. Ying Zifei rubbed his eyes and looked at the pile of papers. He couldn't help but twitching the corners of his mouth.

He had indeed found the way to unlock the secret.

But the workload of splitting is extremely large. With his current knowledge of Qimen Dunjia and various formations, it is simply not enough to support him to complete the cracking in a short time.

As for letting someone else crack it, Ying Zifei rejected the idea after thinking about it.

The moment he found inspiration last night, he inexplicably had a hunch that this secret must not be known by others. Once it was leaked, he would regret it.

Ying Zifei believed in his own sudden intuition, so he would rather crack the secret slowly and hide the fact that he had already cracked it.

Thinking of this, Ying Zifei took out a fire starter and threw all the papers into the brazier. He had memorized the cracked nodes in his mind, so he didn't have to worry about wasting time and energy.

The flames devoured the paper and smoke filled the air. Ying Zifei stood up and opened the door to ventilate.

After saying something to Ah Fu, Ying Zifei moved to another room and soon fell into a deep sleep.

……

In the palace, Prince Yan was enjoying a massage by a beautiful woman, waiting for the person who was to receive the imperial edict to arrive. After a long while, the eunuch came to report that Prince Dan, General Ju Xin, and Yan Chunjun were waiting for the imperial edict in the hall.

"Proclaim"

Prince Yan stood up and sat upright, waving his hand to let the beauty, palace maids and eunuchs leave.

Prince Dan and his two companions entered the hall, bowed and paid their respects. The King of Yan asked them to sit down and asked the eunuch to close the door.

"Intelligence has come in that one of the Qin army's armies has pinned down Li Mu, and another of its armies has captured three cities of the Zhao State."

"I intend to send troops to attack Zhao. What do you think?"

Ju Xing and Yan Chunjun looked at each other without saying anything. In fact, they both knew that the king had been persuaded by the Qin envoy, and the reason why he had not sent troops yet was simply waiting for the opportunity.

The two men subconsciously glanced at Prince Dan, wanting to see what reason this guy would use today to persuade the king not to send troops.

Yan Dan sensed the gazes of the two men. The teasing in Yan Chunjun's eyes made Yan Dan clench his fists under his robe.

These past few days, Shadow's words had been lingering in his mind, and his repeated indecision was tormenting him.

When he made the decision, he found that there were too many reasons to convince himself to make such a decision.

For the sake of Yan State, Yan Dan could bear the torture of his conscience.

At this moment, King Yan saw him in a daze and frowned in displeasure. This son kept talking about reforming the country and restoring the glory of Yan during the reign of King Zhao.

As the king of a country, is it possible that he doesn't want his country to be strong? It's just that many things are easier said than done, and one move can affect the whole body.

If we are not careful, the Yan State will be in chaos.

"What do you think, Dan?"

King Yan asked calmly. Yan Chunjun was waiting for Yan Dan's performance. This guy didn't understand his father's thoughts at all.

Yan Dan came back to his senses, bowed and said: "Father, the army is a major issue for the country."

"Dan is new to politics and it's hard for him to understand the situation. Everything will be decided by our father."

King Yan was stunned when he heard this, and Yan Chunjun's expression froze, wondering if he had heard it wrong.

Is this still the stubborn Yan Dan?

Ju Xing also looked at Yan Dan thoughtfully. This guy seemed to have changed a little.

Since Yan Dan returned from Zhao, he has frequently made memorials on state affairs, many of which were critical.

He gave everyone the feeling that in his eyes, everyone was a fool who was ruining the country's destiny.

Repeated setbacks failed to wake him up, but after directing and acting out an assassination attempt himself, he finally came to his senses?
"Prince, do you support me in attacking Zhao?"

The King of Yan confirmed it again. Under the gazes of Yan Chunjun and Ju Xing, Yan Dan bowed and said, "Father, I don't understand military affairs, but you and many important officials in the court agree. What I can do is to learn and help you achieve success with my own limited strength."

Yan Dan would not directly say that he agreed to attack Zhao. Since he had made up his mind, he had to lay the groundwork for the future development of the situation.

King Yan had no idea of ​​the twists and turns in his son Yan Dan's mind at the moment. He was very satisfied with Yan Dan's answer just now.

This is right!

As a son, you should help your father solve problems instead of opposing him all the time.

He was satisfied and felt much happier. He asked Yan Chunjun and the other man, "What about you?"

Yan Chunjun looked at Yan Dan deeply, and then said: "My king is wise, now is the best time to attack Zhao, and my Yan army will surely succeed in one fell swoop."

Prince Yan was very pleased with the flattery and he turned his attention to Ju Xing.

Ju Xing bowed and said, "Warfare is a major issue for a country."

"According to the calculations of the imperial court, our Yan State has an 80% chance of winning."

The King of Yan was overjoyed and said, "I heard that the King of Zhao appointed Pang Nuan as his general. He has lived in seclusion for many years, but he is a great sage."

"Zhao's Li Mu is being held back by the Qin army. If I were to send out troops, your enemy would be Pang Nuan." "From your perspective, can Pang Nuan stop you?"

Ju Xing smiled confidently and said, "Your Majesty, I have known Pang Nuan since the time of King Wuling of Zhao."

"When I went to Yan to serve as a general, Pang Nuan fled away from the world. If we fight him now, Pang Nuan is nothing to worry about."

The King of Yan was even more pleased, and said: "So, the weather, the terrain, and the people are all favorable to us in Yan State, and the war against Zhao will surely be a complete victory."

"I am Wang Shengming!"

The three of them shouted in unison and bowed. The King of Yan laughed loudly, feeling secretly proud. He knew that the State of Qin had been instigating him to send troops to attack Zhao in order to deepen the conflict between Yan and Zhao. As the King of Yan, he did not care about this.

As long as we seize the opportunity and use Qin's containment of Zhao to benefit Yan, what does the hatred between Yan and Zhao matter?
There was no shortage of conflicts and hatred among the six states in Shandong.

"General, I will appoint you as my general and lead the troops to war soon."

"Yes," Ju Xing agreed, thinking to himself that with such a good opportunity, he must show his power and let the people of the world see that he, Ju Xing, is also a famous general.

"Father, I request to follow the army and learn from the battles." Yan Dan bowed and asked to speak.

The three of them were stunned. King Yan looked at his son Yan Dan with a scrutinizing look in his eyes, thinking to himself, is this boy trying to take advantage of the opportunity to seize military power?
There was sarcasm in Yan Chunjun's eyes. He also thought that Yan Dan wanted to take the opportunity to seize military power, but was this possible?

Yan Dan seemed to know what the two were thinking at the moment, so he said: "Father, I am willing to take the position of military supervisor and learn with the army."

As he spoke, he bowed to Ju Xing and said, "General, I may not be proficient in battle, but I must know it. I hope you can take this opportunity to teach me. I will be grateful."

Upon hearing this, Ju Xing's expression looked much better. He was unhappy when Yan Dan said he wanted the position of military supervisor.

The so-called military supervisor means monitoring and urging the generals who lead the troops. The meaning of this depends on how each person understands it.

Now that Yan Dan had expressed his opinion, he felt much more comfortable, so he responded, "Prince, this matter has to be approved by the king."

He made his attitude clear, not wanting the king to mistakenly think that he was involved with Prince Dan.

The King of Yan was satisfied with Ju Xing's attitude. He looked at Yan Dan and said, "Your injury has not healed yet. Can you go with the army?"

Although he was sure that his son Yan Dan had some ideas, the King of Yan did not stop him. He wanted to see whether he really coveted military power.

Yan Dan knew that he had to be careful at this time, otherwise it would be more trouble than gain. After a salute, he said: "Father, I have practiced martial arts and my injuries have improved. I can follow the army."

"I want to join the army this time, not only to learn from the battle, but also to let Qin see my intentions."

The three of them were stunned again when they heard this. Yan Dan continued to explain: "Father, Qin and Yan will attack Zhao together. After the success, we must divide the benefits."

"In order to ensure that Qin can gain greater benefits from our Yan State after the victory in the war, I think that not only should I join the army, but Yan Chunjun must also join the war against Zhao."

Upon hearing this, Yan Chunjun's eyes turned deep. What was Yan Dan planning?
Prince Yan and Ju Xing were quite appreciative of Yan Dan's explanation at this time. Ju Xing thought that he was sure to win this battle. If he wanted to gain greater benefits after the war, Prince Dan's idea of ​​preparing for a rainy day was indeed feasible.

A general, a prince, and Lord Yan Chun, with such a grand lineup, the Qin State will definitely give some face when the time comes. After all, the Yan State has shown great sincerity.

Thinking this in his heart, Ju Xing bowed and said, "Your Majesty, I think the Crown Prince's idea is feasible."

"Our Yan State has shown its sincerity. If Qin State is unwilling to make concessions after the war, it is our Yan State that is right."

The King of Yan nodded. This was indeed the truth. He looked at Yan Chunjun. Yan Chunjun knew the King of Yan too well. He knew that the King had agreed to this idea. He bowed and said, "Your Majesty, I am willing to go. I don't know much about military affairs. I am willing to maintain the logistics and food supplies."

He didn't know what Yan Dan's purpose was, but he was still on guard in his heart. He didn't want to let Yan Dan take the initiative away from him.

Hearing what Yan Chunjun said, Yan Dan was overjoyed. He was still thinking about how to let Yan Chunjun lead an army alone. Now that Yan Chunjun proposed it himself, it was no longer Yan Dan's business.

Suppressing his excitement, Yan Dan bowed and said, "Father, I think that the Qin envoy should be informed of Yan's determination to attack Zhao this time."

The King of Yan's eyes flashed, he knew what his son Yan Dan meant. He wanted to make a statement, or in other words, it was a preparation for gaining more benefits after winning the battle.

"Just follow the prince's words."

"The general will lead the troops, the prince will follow the army, and Yan Chunjun will be in charge of the food and grass. In this battle, our Yan State will surely win a great victory."

……

After leaving the palace, Ju Xing said goodbye and left first, while Yan Dan and Yan Chunjun walked away.

"Your Highness, this decision was beyond our expectations."

Yan Chunjun began to test Yan Dan. Yan Dan's transformation made him feel a little uneasy.

Yan Dan, a stubborn man who always shouts about changing the State of Yan, is not scary, but Prince Yan Dan, who can do things according to the king's wishes, makes him wary.

No matter how indifferent the king is to Crown Prince Yan Dan, as long as Yan Dan has the title of crown prince, he is the legitimate heir of Yan State. In many matters, as long as Yan Dan follows the king, he can get more things step by step.

"Thinking about the country, how can Dan not do his best." Yan Dan smiled, narrowed his eyes, and chuckled: "It is Yan Chunjun who needs to work hard this time."

"The army hasn't moved yet, but the food and fodder have to go first. Mr. Yanchun, please don't make any mistakes, otherwise, hehe..."

Yan Chunjun looked deep in the eyes and said with a fake smile: "You don't have to worry about this, Prince. You must do your job as an inspector. If anyone finds that you are trying to win over the generals in the army, they must report it to the king."

"Some people always like to take advantage of others and try to seize power. Prince, you must be clear-headed and discerning."

Yan Dan cursed in his heart. He knew that Yan Chunjun would keep an eye on him next, waiting for him to reveal a flaw so that he could give him a hard blow.

The two of them targeted each other and finally parted unhappily. After returning to the mansion, Yan Chunjun called his confidants to discuss the matter, hoping to analyze Yan Dan's thoughts and come up with a countermeasure.

(End of this chapter)