Chapter 1737 Are you qualified for this task?
Yeon Gaesumun squinted his eyes and listened quietly to the three people's quarrel.
They are all the elders of Yeon Gaesumun and important ministers of Goguryeo.
But all the decisions were made by him alone, Yeon Gaesumun.
This time they had decided to unite with Japan to divide Silla and Baekje, which were at war.
The previous battle with the Tang Dynasty had severely damaged their vitality. If they could obtain Silla's territory, it would be of extremely important significance to Goguryeo or Yeongaesumun.
But they received a secret message today, Zhao Chen came to Shacheng.
As a result, Yeon Gaesumun and the others were very worried that if they joined forces with the Japanese country, Zhao Chen would order the mobilization of the Tang border troops to stop them.
The Tang Dynasty's border army numbered 100,000 and was extremely powerful. If this war could be avoided, Yuan Gaisuwen would naturally have great hope.
But although Yeon Gaesumun didn't interact with Zhao Chen much, he also knew Zhao Chen's character well.
It is simply impossible for Zhao Chen not to interfere in the affairs of Silla and Baekje.
Now what Yeon Gaesomun and the others are considering is whether they should continue to unite with Japan to deal with Silla and Baekje.
"Are you all done arguing?" Yuengai Suwen's voice was not loud, but he immediately silenced the three old men.
The three of them all stopped talking and their eyes fell on Yeon Gaesumun.
"Now you also know our situation. After the battle with Datang, we suffered heavy losses."
"With the loss of Shacheng, countless soldiers were killed and injured, and the people were displaced."
"The internal contradictions are particularly prominent. If we continue like this, we will have no other possibility except death and the destruction of the country."
"But if we join forces with Japan to deal with Silla and Baekje now, we will have new territory and some breathing time."
"Of course, there are dangers."
"For example, the Tang army will attack us
check. "
"But if we don't move, if we persist for another ten years at most, the country will still be destroyed and the family will be destroyed."
"If you move, you can still have a chance of survival." Yuengai Suwen said slowly.
The three of them also understood what Yeon Gaesumun meant.
In other words, regardless of whether the Tang Dynasty sends troops or not, Yuan Gaisuwen will definitely fight this battle.
This is not because he, Yeon Gaesumun, is a war madman, but because the current situation leaves him with no other option.
Of course the three old men knew that they had no choice at this moment.
If they give it a try, they may still have a chance. If they don't give it a try, they will really have to wait for death.
"Well, now that things have come to an end, everything is up to the general's decision." The thin old man sighed and said helplessly.
The other two people also nodded, agreeing to Yeon Gaesumun's plan.
"Well, I will discuss the time for joint operations with the Japanese country as soon as possible." A smile appeared on Yeon Gae Suwen's face.
The battle against Silla and Baekje is related to the future and destiny of Goguryeo.
Yeon Gae So-moon is also worried about opposition from people around him.
He didn't want to watch Goguryeo collapse before his eyes.
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Japanese country.
The slightly shabby Japanese imperial palace.
The Japanese emperor sat on the emperor's throne, staring sharply at the Japanese ministers in front of him.
Although it is the throne of the emperor, it is not comparable to the throne of the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty.
And these Japanese ministers all have sallow complexions, thin bodies, and sharp mouths and monkey cheeks.
It's just them
His eyes were full of cunning.
"Everyone." The Japanese emperor on the throne looked at the Japanese ministers in a low voice and seriously.
"What we are facing is the threat from the Tang State. Their army has been watching us at the border for a long time, and their swords will kill us at any time."
Everyone was talking a lot, and their faces looked eerie in the dim candlelight.
"Your Majesty, I think this matter can be solved." A minister walked out slowly: "We will unite with Goguryeo to let Goguryeo resist the Tang border troops, while we Japanese warriors will attack Silla and Baekje."
"Silla and Baekje are small countries with little strength. Our Japanese warriors are so brave that it only takes a month or two to occupy the entire peninsula." ??
"As long as we occupy the peninsula, Tang Guo will have nothing to do. He will not be able to make enemies of both of our forces at the same time."
The Emperor of Japan nodded slightly, with a look of approval on his face, "This is a good plan. When Goguryeo and Tang go to war, they will definitely suffer great losses, and we can reduce the territory given to them."
"Even if they don't want to, they won't dare to be our enemies if they don't have enough strength when the time comes."
"Your Majesty is wise!"
"Your Majesty's plan is truly invincible."
All the Japanese ministers flattered the Japanese emperor one after another.
Breaking one's word is a tradition for the Japanese country, and no one thinks there is anything shameful about it.
Another Japanese minister came forward and smiled mysteriously, "Your Majesty, I have a plan that will make the Tang Kingdom fall into disarray. It can only confront Goguryeo and not dare to divide its troops to help Silla and Baekje."
The Japanese emperor raised his eyebrows and motioned for him to continue.
"According to reports from our spies in the Tang State, all the food for the Tang border army is stored in the southeast of Shacheng.
Three hundred miles away. "
"There are only a thousand people guarding it, and the defense is not very tight."
"Didn't we cooperate with the senior officials of the Tang State? We asked them to send people to burn the grain. By then, the Tang border troops could only cower and confront Goguryeo."
"It is simply impossible to go on a long-distance expedition to help Silla and Baekje."
The emperor's face turned pale, and he took a breath, "This plan is not trivial, so you must proceed with caution."
The ministers all knew that there was cooperation with high-level officials of Tang State, but only the Emperor of Japan knew who that high-level official was.
"Your Majesty, don't worry." The minister said confidently, "This plan is only feasible in theory. In fact, we need to ensure that the senior Tang Dynasty officials will agree to this approach."
"He still has to send people to complete this task as soon as possible."
The Emperor of Japan nodded, looked around at everyone, and asked: "Then, who can go to Tang Kingdom?"
The minister's eyes swept across the hall, and finally landed on a civil official who did not speak.
The civil servant's name was Ichiro Inoue, who was very obsessed with Tang culture, especially the Buddhist culture of Tang Dynasty.
I went to Chang'an of the Tang Dynasty many times and stayed in the Chang'an temple.
At this moment, he took a step forward, held his head high, and said confidently: "Your Majesty, I am willing to go."
The Japanese emperor looked at him, obviously a little surprised, "Inoue-kun, are you sure you are qualified for this task?"
"Your Majesty, don't worry," Ichiro Inoue's eyes flashed with determination, "I will do my best to live up to your Majesty's expectations."
The Japanese emperor was silent for a moment, then nodded slowly, "Okay, Mr. Inoue, you set out immediately, and be careful."
Everyone prostrated in unison, "Your Majesty, Your Majesty!"
