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

Chang'an City.

The fourth prince Jin Zhe took another concubine. This was his second concubine after coming to Chang'an. The other party was from the Zhuge clan in Chang'an and was a daughter of the Zhuge family.

This matter was accomplished only after Zhuge Liang's approval.

It has to be said that Jin Zhe's methods are extraordinary and he has already extended his hand to the ministers in the court.

The next day.

Jin Zhe did not indulge in the gentle life, but got up early to work.

Hua Xin was both relieved and worried: "Your Highness, you are too ostentatious. I'm afraid this move will cause dissatisfaction to His Majesty."

Jin Zhe said nonchalantly: "My father wants to choose an outstanding prince as the crown prince. Isn't it in line with his wishes for me to do this?"

Hua Xin sighed and said earnestly, "Your Highness, you don't know that His Majesty's heart is as deep as the sea. Although he said that he wanted to select a virtuous person as the crown prince, what he really values ​​is not just talent and political achievements. Your Highness took Zhuge's daughter as a concubine. It seems that you are marrying an important official in the court to consolidate your power, but in fact it also touches His Majesty's consideration of the balance of the court. His Majesty hopes to see the princes check and balance each other, rather than one side dominating."

"Furthermore, Your Highness is so eager to show off his strength and ambition, which may make other princes and the forces behind them feel threatened, and then unite to fight against Your Highness. In this way, Your Highness may gain temporary glory, but he may also make many enemies, and the road ahead will only be more difficult."

Jin Zhe's eyes flickered when he heard this. After thinking for a moment, he smiled and said, "Sir, you are right. I was too impatient. But the arrow has been put on the string and must be shot. Now that I have taken this step, I can only continue. However, I will act more cautiously and not leave any handle for my opponent."

"As for my father, I will find the right opportunity to show him my loyalty and filial piety, and let him know that everything I do is for the country of Da Xia. As for the other princes, humph, how could I, Jin Zhe, be afraid of them? The real competition has just begun."

Seeing Jin Zhe's attitude change, Hua Xin felt relieved and nodded: "It's the best that your highness thinks so. Next, we need to plan more carefully. We must consolidate our existing power and gradually weaken the opponent's power, so that we can win the battle for the crown prince."

The two men smiled at each other, their eyes filled with planning and determination for the future situation, as if a war without the smoke of gunpowder had quietly begun.

Jin Zhe pondered for a moment and said, "Mr. Hua is right. Consolidating oneself is important, but finding the right time to strike is even more important. I need to show my unparalleled ability to govern the country in front of my father, so that he will look at me with new eyes among the many princes. Do you have any good ideas?"

Hua Xin stroked his beard, his eyes gleaming with a gleam of light: "Your Highness can prepare some projects that benefit the country and the people, such as building water conservancy projects, reclaiming wasteland, reducing taxes, etc., which can not only win the hearts of the people, but also demonstrate your benevolence and foresight. At the same time, secretly contact those old officials in the court who have not yet made a clear position, impress them with sincerity and interests, and let them become your strong backing."

"In addition," Hua Xin lowered his voice, "you also need to pay attention to the movements in the palace, especially the people around the emperor. If you can get one or two of their confidants to help you and pass on some news that is beneficial to your highness, and even influence your father's decision, it will be a great help."

Upon hearing this, Jin Zhe's eyes lit up and he slammed the table and stood up: "Great! Mr. Hua's plan is exactly what I want. From now on, we will act separately, and make sure that every step is steady and precise. When the time is right, it will be my turn to reach the top!"

The two looked at each other again, their eyes not only showing the desire for victory, but also trust and affirmation in each other's abilities. In this contest of power and wisdom, they were ready to write their own glorious chapter.

Jin Zhe turned around and walked towards a corner of the study room with firm steps. There was a detailed map of the palace layout. He tapped a few key positions on the map with his fingers and said in a deep voice: "The first thing is to infiltrate my father's imperial study and the Ministry of Internal Affairs. These two places are the hubs for the flow of information. Mr. Hua, you have a wide network of contacts. Can you find a few reliable people among them to use for us?"

Mr. Hua smiled slightly, confident: "Don't worry, Your Highness. I have been secretly paying attention to it. There are indeed a few people who are dissatisfied with the current situation and eager to change their fate. With a little guidance, they will surely become our eyes and ears. As for the Imperial Study, although it is heavily guarded, I have a way to make some inconspicuous clerks inadvertently 'omit' some documents that are beneficial to Your Highness."

Jin Zhe nodded, his satisfaction was evident in his words: "That's great. In addition, I need to establish more allies in the court to disperse the power of the opponent. Mr. Hua, which ministers do you think are worth winning over?" Mr. Hua thought for a moment and said slowly: "Right Prime Minister Li, although he seems neutral, actually admires your Highness very much. You can get closer to him; General Zhang, the Minister of War, holds military power and is dissatisfied with the current situation. If your Highness can show wisdom and decisiveness, you will surely win his support. As for the others, it depends on the situation and you need to be flexible and adaptable."

After Jin Zhe heard this, he calculated every move in his mind, his eyes flashing with unprecedented light: "Okay, I will act according to your plan. I will show my benevolence and wisdom at the right time, so that more people can see that only I can lead our Great Xia to a more glorious future."

The two men discussed and decided, and each took his orders and left. They both knew that this silent battle not only tested wisdom and strategy, but also a deep exploration of human nature and loyalty. On this road to the throne, every step must be cautious, and every choice may be the key to determining fate. However, they are ready to meet all challenges and jointly create their own era.

The prince returned to the palace and immediately began to make arrangements. He first secretly summoned several trusted ministers and expressed his vision for the country's future and his trust in their loyalty and ability. After hearing this, the ministers were all deeply moved and expressed their willingness to serve the prince. The prince also secretly strengthened his ties with the generals in the frontiers to ensure the stability of military power. At the same time, he also began to improve people's livelihood and implemented a series of policies to reduce taxes and encourage farming, hoping to win the support of the people in a short period of time.

On the other hand, the prince's advisers shuttled between the court and the public, quietly collecting the dynamics of various forces and analyzing everyone's positions and thoughts. They used the intelligence network in their hands to cleverly spread opinions that were favorable to the prince, and gradually built up a huge public opinion support system. In this game of power, every word and every action could become the key to changing the situation. They knew this very well, so they took every step very carefully.

At the same time, the prince did not forget to improve himself. In addition to handling government affairs every day, he also studied history books and military strategies diligently, striving to improve his wisdom and martial arts. He knew that a true king must not only know how to plan and strategize, but also have the courage and determination to go to the battlefield in person. In such days, the prince seemed to be reborn. Every decision he made was more mature and stable, and every time he appeared, people felt an indescribable majesty and charm.

As time went by, the prince's reputation and influence grew day by day, and more and more people began to actively join him, willing to contribute their strength to his cause. And all of this was done quietly, without alerting anyone. The prince knew that true victory did not lie in temporary glory, but in whether he could gather enough power to subvert the world at the critical moment. And he was moving steadily towards this goal.

In this process, the prince not only focused on the accumulation of power, but also did not forget the support of the people. He went deep into the people, understood the people's sentiments, solved the people's sufferings, and won the hearts of the people with practical actions. He set up charity granaries, rescued disaster victims, built water conservancy projects, and promoted agriculture, which led to significant improvements in the country's economy and people's livelihood. The people spread the word of the prince's benevolence and wisdom, which made his reputation soar and he almost became the savior of the people.

At the same time, the prince did not neglect the external strategic layout. He sent envoys to make friends with neighboring countries and establish diplomatic alliances to weaken the power of potential enemies and buy more time and space for himself. In the military, he made careful plans and trained a group of loyal, brave, wise and courageous generals. They were not only highly skilled in martial arts, but also understood military tactics and strategies, making them fully prepared for the future decisive battle.

The prince knew that the true path to becoming a king was to cultivate both the inner and outer, and to attach equal importance to civil and military affairs. Therefore, he not only demonstrated extraordinary talents in military and political affairs, but also invested a lot of energy in culture and education. He encouraged academic research and cultural exchanges, and advocated an atmosphere of letting a hundred flowers bloom and a hundred schools of thought contend, which led to the flourishing of the country's cultural undertakings and the emergence of many talents.

Under such a comprehensive layout, the prince's power snowballed and eventually became a powerful force that could not be ignored. All of this was quietly accomplished under the prince's deep, restrained, and unwavering will. He was like a hunter waiting for the right moment, having laid a net, waiting for the decisive moment to come, and then he would catch the prey in one fell swoop and achieve an immortal hegemony.

The prince knew that true strength was not only reflected in the vastness of the territory and the strength of the army, but also in the support of the people and the prosperity of culture. Therefore, he not only made political plans, but also implemented a series of popular policies among the people, such as reducing taxes, building water conservancy projects, and encouraging farming, so that the people lived and worked in peace and contentment, and the treasury was increasingly full. At the same time, he also established a complete education system. From elementary school to the Imperial College, every level of education received unprecedented attention and development, and cultivated a large number of pillars for the country.

Under his advocacy, art and science also ushered in a new era, and a group of outstanding representatives emerged in the fields of poetry, calligraphy, painting, music, astronomy, calendar, medicine, and agronomy. Their works and thoughts not only enriched the cultural treasure house of the time, but also left precious wealth for future generations. The prince also personally participated in the planning and implementation of some major cultural projects, such as compiling large-scale historical books and building royal libraries. These initiatives greatly enhanced the country's cultural soft power and international influence.

As the prince's reputation grew, various forces at home and abroad came to him, hoping to gain his favor and support. However, the prince did not become complacent, but instead carefully examined the situation around him, constantly adjusting and improving his strategic deployment. He understood that the real challenge was still ahead, and only by keeping a clear mind and firm faith could he go further on this road full of unknowns and risks.

Therefore, while continuing to consolidate internal power, the prince also began to prepare for external expansion. He knew that only with a broader world could his ideals and ambitions be truly realized. All this required him to use the resources in his hands more wisely and handle various complex relationships more skillfully to ensure that every step was taken steadily and powerfully.

The prince first strengthened the alliance with the surrounding friendly forces, and consolidated the friendship and mutual trust between them through marriage, trade and cultural exchanges, laying a solid foundation for future cooperation. At the same time, he secretly sent smart spies to go deep into the enemy's hinterland to collect intelligence and understand the opponent's strengths and weaknesses, so as to make full preparations for the future strategic decisive battle.

In the military, the prince not only focused on updating weapons and training soldiers, but also emphasized tactical innovation and flexibility. He encouraged generals to propose novel combat plans and personally participated in discussions, striving to find the most effective strategy to defeat the enemy. In addition, he also vigorously developed the domestic economy and improved people's living standards to enhance the country's overall strength and people's cohesion, providing a solid backing for the long-term war.

In governing the country, the prince showed maturity and wisdom beyond his age. He implemented a series of reform measures to eliminate corruption and improve administrative efficiency. At the same time, he focused on the development of education and culture, cultivated more knowledgeable people, and reserved talents for the country's future development. He knew that the strength of a country lies not only in the strength of its military, but also in the support of the people and the prosperity of its culture.

In this way, the prince gradually built a strong and stable national system in the process of improving himself both internally and externally, laying a solid foundation for the realization of his ideals and ambitions. And every steady step forward witnessed his clear mind and firm belief, allowing him to go further and further and more determinedly on a road full of unknowns and risks.

As time went by, the prince paid more attention to the well-being of the people and implemented a series of agricultural reform policies to encourage farming and reduce taxes on the people, which made the treasury gradually richer and the people's lives increasingly prosperous. He knew that food was the first necessity of the people and agriculture was the foundation of the country. Only when the people lived and worked in peace and contentment could the country truly maintain long-term stability. At the same time, he also advocated technological innovation, established workshops and colleges, and encouraged exchanges and integration between craftsmen and scholars, which not only promoted the development of handicrafts and manufacturing, but also made advanced scientific and technological concepts deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, laying the groundwork for the country's industrialization process. (End of this chapter)