The Three Kingdoms of Farming and War began with the incorporation of the Baiyue

The second year of Kaiyuan.

This is Jin Zhe's fourth year in Northeast China. He is 22 years old this year and has been in the industry for eight years. In two years, he will have completed ten years of experience.

According to the plan set by Emperor Jin Mao, Jin Zhe will return to the capital Luoyang.

This should have been a happy thing.

But after a conversation with Zhao Yun last time, Jin Zhe suddenly realized that the problem was not that simple.

The eldest prince Jin Lin established his business in Luoyang earlier than him, and he had the help of Nanyang King Liu Xie and Shangshu Lang Lu Xun.

On the other hand, what does Jin Zhe have?

They were just some officials exiled to the frontier.

If he returns to the capital, Jin Zhe might be surpassed by Jin Lin.

Fortunately, my father is fair. Jin Zhe received the imperial edict and is about to set off for the northwest.

That is the eldest prince's foundation. If Jin Zhe does better than his brother in the same place, doesn't it mean that he is better than his brother?
By then, wouldn't the position of crown prince belong to him? !

Thinking about it makes me excited.

Before leaving, Jin Zhe found Wei Yan and told him his ambitions: "Wei Yan, you have been with me for many years and have always been my most trusted subordinate. This time I am heading to the northwest, I want to show my skills and prove to everyone that I, Jin Zhe, am not an ordinary person. Do you know why I chose you as my important assistant for this trip?"

Upon hearing this, Wei Yan looked determined, knelt on one knee, and said with his hands clasped: "Your Highness has a good eye for talent. Although Wei Yan is of humble origin, he knows that he is an extraordinary martial artist, and he has a loyal heart. In the past, Your Highness was trapped in the court, and it was Your Highness who put aside past grudges and promoted Wei Yan from an obscure position. Wei Yan will follow Your Highness until death in this life, and will go through fire and water without hesitation!"

Jin Zhe nodded with satisfaction and helped Wei Yan up with his own hands: "Good! With you here, my confidence is doubled. Although the northwest is remote and desolate, it is also a place where heroes can show their talents. I will establish merits there, let my father see my strength, and let those who despise me in the court take a new look at me. More importantly, I want to prove to my father that I, Jin Zhe, am the most suitable person to inherit the throne."

"However," Jin Zhe changed the subject, his expression solemn, "this journey will definitely be full of challenges. Not only will the natural environment be harsh, but there will also be secret obstructions from the court. We must act cautiously and take every step carefully. You need to secretly contact those officials who have been exiled to the frontier but still have great ambitions. Although they are marginalized, their experience and wisdom cannot be underestimated. If we can get their help, our chances of winning will be greatly increased."

Wei Yan accepted the order, his eyes gleaming with determination: "Don't worry, Your Highness, Wei Yan will live up to your trust and swear to make the Northwest a solid backing for Your Highness."

"I believe that those who are righteous will have many supporters, while those who are unrighteous will have few supporters." Wei Yan said: "We should first establish an image of a benevolent and righteous army that is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, so that the people can see our efforts and determination, and naturally we will be able to win the support of the people. At the same time, we must not only guard against those forces that are secretly obstructing us, but also try to divide and disintegrate them. After all, there are not many people who are truly willing to think about the country and the people. Many people are just going with the flow or are blinded by self-interest. As long as we act fairly and openly, we will be able to gradually weaken their power."

"In addition," Wei Yan continued, frowning, as if he had considered everything, "we also need to strengthen our armaments and improve the combat effectiveness of our soldiers. Although the northwest is remote, the terrain is strategic and easy to defend but difficult to attack. If we can build this place into an iron wall, we can not only resist foreign enemies, but also make those treacherous officials in the court afraid. I am willing to personally supervise the training to ensure that every soldier can become an elite soldier and a strong general."

Jin Zhe nodded slightly when he heard this, with a hint of praise in his eyes: "Wei Yan, you really lived up to my high expectations. This matter concerns the future of the country, and you and I must go all out. Remember, we are not only fighting for ourselves, but also for the well-being of countless people on this land. As long as we have faith in our hearts and strength under our feet, there is no difficulty that we cannot overcome."

The next day, Jin Zhe found Hua Xin, an old minister known for his wisdom in the court, and had a secret talk with him. "My dear Hua, I know Wei Yan's intention very well. However, relying solely on the terrain and military strength is not enough to ensure that everything is foolproof. I would like to ask you to come out and use your wisdom and influence in the court to strengthen the defense of this place from the inside out. First, you need to design a sophisticated logistics supply route to ensure that the food and grass are safe; second, there may be spies in the court, and you need to investigate secretly to prevent information leakage. Your task is also arduous, and it is the key to the success or failure of this plan."

After hearing this, Hua Xin looked solemn, but also revealed his determination: "Your Highness is concerned about the country and forgets himself. I will repay your kindness with my life. Although I am old, my mind is not weak. I will do my best to help Your Highness solve the problems. As for the spies in the court, I have noticed them a long time ago, but the time has not come yet, so it is inconvenient to alert them. This time, I must plan carefully, not only to eliminate the hidden dangers, but also to take this opportunity to further consolidate Your Highness's authority in the court."

Jin Zhe felt relieved after hearing this. He knew Hua Xin's methods and abilities and had full confidence in him. "Lord Hua, thank you for everything. Once this is done, I will reward you generously to show my gratitude. In addition, I will also order the Ministry of Works to cooperate with you. Whether it is strengthening the city walls or manufacturing city defense equipment, we need the best resources to make this place a real iron wall."

Hua Xin took the order and left, with a comprehensive plan in mind. He knew that this was not only a military contest, but also a profound reshuffle of the court. And he would play a crucial role in this silent war.

At the same time, Jin Zhe did not completely relax his vigilance. He knew that there were undercurrents in the court, and many forces were eyeing the imperial power, trying to find an opportunity to take advantage of it. So he secretly summoned his trusted minister Li Mu, an old minister who was known for his wisdom in the court. "Mr. Li," Jin Zhe said solemnly, "Although I have ordered Hua Xin to make arrangements, the situation in the court is complicated, and you still need to pay attention secretly to prevent accidents. Especially those aristocratic families who are dissatisfied with me, their movements must be kept under control at all times."

Li Mu nodded in agreement, with a sharp look in his eyes: "Don't worry, Your Highness. I will spare no effort to monitor the dynamics of all parties and ensure Your Highness's safety. At the same time, I suggest that you take this opportunity to appropriately promote some loyal and capable newcomers to balance the forces in the court and weaken the influence of the old nobles."

Jin Zhe heard this and a hint of approval flashed in his eyes: "Li Qing is right, that's exactly what I meant. Go and prepare, select the right person, and when the time is right, promote him. Remember, this matter needs to be done in secret, don't alert the enemy."

Li Mu withdrew as ordered, and he had already made up his mind. He knew that this would be a long and delicate power game, and every step needed to be carefully planned to ensure that His Highness could firmly hold the throne and the court would be stable and peaceful.

As Jin Zhe and Li Mu conspire, a battle of power and loyalty quietly begins. In this battle, everyone is carefully planning and taking every step for their own position and future.

In the shadow of the court, some officials who usually keep a low profile start to move around frequently. They either have secret talks late at night or exchange letters, and the words between the lines reveal their keen sense of the upcoming changes and their own calculations. Some officials who have been in low positions for a long time but are talented are secretly observed. Every time they show their political achievements and every time they show their wisdom, it may become an opportunity for promotion, but also a potential threat in the eyes of others.

Jin Zhe was secretly observing all this. He knew that a true wise man not only knew how to plan, but also knew how to identify and employ people. He would occasionally meditate alone behind the rockery in the imperial garden or under the candlelight in the study, thinking about how to ensure a smooth transition of power while maximizing the loyalty and talents of court officials, so that the state machine would be revitalized silently.

At the same time, Li Mu was busy selecting and cultivating his confidants. He knew that in this game of power, it was difficult to fight alone for a long time. Only by building a loyal and capable team could he be invincible in this silent battle. He personally visited various places to investigate the performance and popularity of officials, and also did not forget to investigate their character and loyalty, striving to select talents for Jin Zhe who could not only be independent but also stand firmly on the side of His Highness at critical moments.

In this undercurrent of power, it is not only a test of wisdom and strategy, but also a deep exploration of human nature and loyalty. Everyone is writing their own chapter in their own way, and in the end, who will have the last laugh in this game of power, only time will reveal the answer.

In order to further strengthen the team, he also set up a strict selection and training mechanism to ensure that each candidate is not only outstanding in ability, but also highly unified in thought and action. Through multi-dimensional training such as simulated combat exercises, moral and ethical education, and loyalty tests, he aims to build an elite team that can flexibly respond to various complex situations and maintain absolute loyalty.

At the same time, he is also well aware that the concentration of power is prone to corruption, so he focuses on separation of powers and checks and balances in system design to ensure that power is not overly concentrated in the hands of individuals, thus effectively avoiding the hidden dangers of internal corruption and power struggles. He encourages mutual supervision and cooperation among team members, creating a healthy atmosphere of both competition and cooperation, so that the entire team can continue to purify itself and maintain purity while maintaining efficient operation.

During this process, he also paid special attention to the construction of intelligence networks, believing that information is the basis of decision-making, and only by mastering sufficient information can one make correct judgments in the ever-changing situation. Therefore, he secretly arranged a series of intelligence collection points to ensure that both the dynamics of the court and the public opinion could be delivered to him in the first place, providing strong support for his strategy formulation.

In this way, as the team grew stronger and the system continued to improve, he gradually gained the upper hand in this game of power. However, he knew that victory was not achieved overnight, and there was still a long way to go, with challenges and opportunities. He must always stay awake, keep learning and adapting, so that he can lead the team in this war without gunpowder, step by step towards the final dawn of victory.

In order to consolidate this advantage, he began to focus on talent training and team building, selecting a group of loyal and talented assistants who are good at different fields, from military strategy to economic operations, from diplomatic negotiations to intelligence analysis, forming an invincible core team. He not only gave them full trust and authorization, but also organized seminars and exchanges regularly, encouraged innovative thinking and cross-border cooperation, and ensured that the team could flexibly respond to various complex situations.

At the same time, he was deeply aware of the importance of public opinion, so he implemented a series of popular policies, including tax cuts, water conservancy projects, and education development. These measures greatly improved people's living standards and won broad public support, laying a solid mass foundation for his rule.

In terms of diplomacy, he adopted flexible and changeable diplomatic strategies, maintaining a delicate balance with powerful neighbors while actively seeking win-win cooperation with other forces. He gradually expanded his influence through marriages and alliances. Every diplomatic action was carefully planned, aiming to make long-term arrangements, reduce potential threats, and pave the way for the ultimate unification.

In terms of personal cultivation, he was even more diligent, striving to improve himself in both martial arts training and poetry and book reading. He believed that a true leader must not only have extraordinary wisdom and courage, but also have a profound cultural heritage and noble personal charm, so that he can better lead the country to prosperity.

In this way, driven by wisdom and courage, the forces he led were like an unstoppable torrent, breaking through the waves in the torrent of history and moving towards the final glorious peak.

In this process, he was well aware of the importance of uniting all forces that could be united. He not only implemented a series of reforms in the country to enhance the cohesion of the people, but also actively sought cooperation with other friendly forces to jointly resist foreign enemies and expand influence. The cultural exchange and integration policy he advocated enabled the cultures of different regions and ethnic groups to coexist and prosper under his rule, further consolidating internal stability and harmony.

At the same time, he focused on cultivating the younger generation, established institutions, encouraged innovation and learning, and reserved talents for the country's long-term development. Under his advocacy, science and art were given equal importance, with advanced military technology to ensure national security and brilliant culture and art to enrich people's lives, forming a unique era.

Faced with external challenges and pressures, he demonstrated extraordinary strategic vision and diplomatic skills. Through flexible and changeable strategies, he cleverly resolved crises time and time again. At the same time, he took the opportunity to expand his international influence and gradually built an external environment conducive to his own development.

With his unremitting efforts, the country not only became increasingly powerful militarily, but also achieved remarkable achievements in many fields such as economy, culture, and science and technology, becoming the most dazzling star of that era. And he himself, with his outstanding leadership and noble personality charm, became a model for future generations to praise, inspiring generations to continuously pursue progress and unity. (End of this chapter)