CHAPTER 285: CHAPTER 282: STRATEGIST GUO JIA_1

Name: Great Wall of China!

Rank: Fortune Treasure!

Introduction: Built during the reign of Qin Shi Huang, it has undergone changes through the ages, becoming a symbol of faith for the Huaxia nation. It possesses mysterious energy linked with fortune and can be emplaced on national borders to defend national security!

Note: The stronger the fortune, the longer the Great Wall, and the stronger its defense!

Note: With the current fortune of the Divine Court of the Qin Dynasty, the total length of the Great Wall is one hundred ninety-six thousand, eight hundred fifty-seven kilometers, capable of resisting the attacks of powerful beings at the Quasi-emperor Realm!

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Name: Thunder Source!

Rank: Divine Object!

Effect: It can help martial artists of the thunder attribute awaken their Origin Power, greatly enhance their cultivation, and control lightning, wielding it in combat!

Note: Only martial artists with strong physical constitutions can use the Thunder Source!

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After reviewing the functions of the two treasures, Qin Wudao took a sharp breath. These two treasures seem incredibly powerful!

He quickly pulled out a map and roughly estimated that the current western border of the Divine Court of the Qin Dynasty was about one hundred thirty thousand kilometers, which could be fully covered by the Great Wall.

Excellent, I no longer have to worry about the safety of the borders!

Qin Wudao thought excitedly.

Border security has always been a headache for countless factions.

Now, the border of the Qin Dynasty was adjacent to the alliance formed by the Ancient Court of the Azure Sea. With the Great Wall, there would be no need to worry about the Ancient Court of the Azure Sea sending troops to harass, nor would there be a need to station heavy troops.

As for the Thunder Source, he’s the most suitable person to use it! Qin Wudao mused, setting down the map. He considered the ministers of the Qin Dynasty and finalized his choice.

Finally, he focused his attention on Guo Jia and muttered, "System, summon Guo Jia!"

BOOM!

In the royal study, the Void suddenly tore open, and a middle-aged man wearing a long robe with a gourd hanging at his waist slowly walked out of the rift.

He looked pale, as if suffering from some hidden malady, and the aura he exuded was somewhat weak and listless.

However, what drew the most attention were his eyes. They were exceptionally brilliant, dazzling like stars, as if nothing in the world could escape their gaze.

Guo Jia walked to the center of the hall and bowed respectfully. "Your subject, Guo Jia, pays respects to Your Majesty!"

Name: Guo Jia!

Cultivation Level: Nine Turns Saint King!

Cultivation Technique: "Unbeatable"

Lifespan: Three years!

Constitution: Cursed Divine Body!

Introduction: Born Guo Fengxiao, a hero excelling among heroes; his mind a repository of history, his heart a cache of strategies and tactics. He possessed the talent to order heaven and earth, and the ability to reshape the world itself. Unfortunately, such genius was not tolerated by the heavens, and a curse was cast upon him, dooming him to a premature death!

Lifetime Experience: Assisted Cao Cao in pacifying Lv Bu, stabilizing Hebei, eradicating the Wuhuan, and securing Liaodong. He proposed the "Ten Victories, Ten Defeats Theory," and was described in historical records as "a strategist of rare talent, a prodigy of his era!"

"HISS!"

After reviewing Guo Jia’s information, Qin Wudao couldn’t help but draw a sharp breath again.

He had summoned many civil officials: Zhuge Liang of the five Northern Expeditions, Dong Zhongshu who advocated "Depose the Hundred Schools, Revere Only Confucianism," and Yuan Tiangang, master of divination and celestial calculations. Yet, none of their introductions could compare to Guo Jia’s.

"Please rise!"

Qin Wudao extended his hand, personally helped Guo Jia up, and gestured for him to be seated. He couldn’t help but ask, "Rumor has it that you, Minister Guo, possess profound talent. Now, I shall test you!"

"Please pose your question, Your Majesty!" Guo Jia replied with a smile, bowing confidently, the picture of self-assurance.

"Currently, the Qin Dynasty occupies thirty-one domains and possesses numerous soldiers and generals. Is it advisable to wage war against the Ancient Court of the Azure Sea?" Qin Wudao asked, his gaze earnest and his voice grave.

In fact, this question had already been under discussion at court for two days. After occupying the Yanyang Domain, Suimo Domain, and Youhuo Domain, the border of the Qin Dynasty’s Divine Court now directly adjoined the territory of the Ancient Court of the Azure Sea.

Should they continue the offensive?

Or should they withdraw the troops and return to court?

Currently, the civil and military officials were in constant disagreement, unable to reach a consensus.

The civil officials, led by Zhuge Liang, favored recuperation and biding their time until Huo Qubing broke through to the Great Emperor Realm before attacking the Ancient Court of the Azure Sea.

The military generals, however, led by Zhao Yun, advocated pressing their advantage. They urged for a swift occupation of the Ancient Court of the Azure Sea to promote the Qin Dynasty’s ascendance to an Ancient Court, thereby dominating the Eastern territories!

Guo Jia pondered for a moment, then said thoughtfully, "Your Majesty, I believe we should withdraw our troops.

"In terms of strength, the only Quasi-emperor Martial Artist the Qin Dynasty can currently mobilize is Lord Xiao He. The Ancient Court of the Azure Sea, as an established power, surely has more than one Quasi-emperor Martial Artist!

"In terms of troop numbers, the alliance led by the Ancient Court of the Azure Sea includes thirteen king-level factions. Taking all factors into account, the Ancient Court of the Azure Sea can mobilize over thirty million troops!

"Economically, the Ancient Court of the Azure Sea is strong, whereas the Qin Dynasty has risen too quickly and its foundations are too shallow!

"Judging from the overall strategic situation, the Ancient Court of the Azure Sea has vouched for the Kylin Sanctuary; they must have reached an agreement with the Kylin Sanctuary, which introduces an element of instability!"

Qin Wudao’s expression turned grave. "Does this mean the Qin Dynasty has no chance of victory in this war?" he asked in a deep voice.

"We do!" Guo Jia stated firmly. "Firstly, the Qin Dynasty’s morale is high. Generals like Zhao Yun, Lv Bu, Bai Qi, and Guan Yu are all top-tier commanders, valiant in battle, and capable of defeating the forces of the Ancient Court of the Azure Sea!

"Secondly, judging by the timeline, Huo Qubing has entered a critical stage of his breakthrough and will certainly achieve it within a year!

"Lastly, territorial expansion generates Fortune, which can rapidly enhance the Qin Dynasty’s strength!"

After listening, a glint flashed in Qin Wudao’s eyes. He shook his head and said, "Four points against, three points for. It seems we cannot fight."

Guo Jia had presented four reasons against waging war and three reasons for it. However, the most crucial point lay in the fourth reason against war.

The Kylin Sanctuary!

If the Kylin Sanctuary were not a factor, the Qin Dynasty’s Divine Court could engage in battle and would surely be victorious.

According to Guo Jia’s assessment, the Ancient Court of the Azure Sea might have reached some sort of agreement with the Kylin Sanctuary, making them a de facto community of shared interests. If the Qin Dynasty were to send troops, it would inevitably infringe upon the interests of the Kylin Sanctuary.

"Your Majesty is wise!" Guo Jia said with a smile, but suddenly his face turned pale. He quickly covered his mouth and nose with a silk handkerchief and coughed violently a few times.

When he lowered the handkerchief, a stark streak of blood was visible upon it.

"Minister Guo, are you alright?" Qin Wudao’s expression changed, and he asked with concern.

"It’s nothing, just an old ailment!" Guo Jia replied with a dismissive wave of his hand, his expression calm as if he had long made peace with life and death.

System, can Guo Jia’s illness be cured? Seeing his minister unwell, Qin Wudao could not simply stand by and asked the system urgently.

"DING! Breaking through to the Quasi-emperor Realm can extend his life by ten years. However, to completely cure Guo Jia, it requires a Divine Doctor, a Medical Saint, and a Medical King to work together to defy the heavens and change his fate!"

The mechanical voice of the system echoed in Qin Wudao’s ears.

So that’s how it is! Qin Wudao’s eyes lit up. He then said to Guo Jia, "I will invite an expert to treat you. If you feel an unfamiliar spiritual power probing you later, do not resist it!"

"This subject understands," Guo Jia replied with a nod, though he held little hope.

Qin Wudao detached a wisp of his divine soul and sent it into the World Stone.

"Young Master, you have arrived!" Kun Daoist, who had been meditating, opened his eyes upon detecting the presence and greeted him respectfully.

"Senior Kun, there is a patient outside. Could you see if he can be cured?" Qin Wudao asked, cupping his hands.

Kun Daoist smiled and nodded, then released his spiritual power to observe Guo Jia’s condition. As time passed, the smile on his face gradually faded, replaced by a look of growing solemnity.