"It's rare, truly rare to have someone who can understand these things...

Your youth and insight have surpassed many soldiers in the army."

As he spoke, Su Zhensheng was the first to get up.

This man was none other than the Su Family's Pride, Su Jinyu's father.

Previously, to annul the marriage arrangement between Shen Han and Su Jinyu, one of the conditions was for Su Zhensheng to leave the Northern Garrison.

He was to teach at Tianyi Academy for two years.

Su Zhensheng invited Shen Han to leave the Book Collection Pavilion together, where a selection of exquisite dishes had already been laid out in a nearby courtyard.

Having been engrossed in the Soldier Resolution Map, it was already past noon, so it should be considered a supplementary meal.

"To see through those insights in the Soldier Resolution Map is not something a novice in military strategy can achieve.

Regarding the conflict between Wei and Qi seven years ago, I, as your mentor, will tell you the inside story."

As he spoke, the teacher's gaze was already looking into the distance, as if recalling the past.

"Much like what you mentioned before, the actual power gap between the two countries was not significant at the time.

But compared to the Qi Country, our Wei Country had a much easier supply line.

The overlapping mountains within Qi made transporting supplies significantly more difficult and more vulnerable to raids by experts from Wei.

In terms of resources for the campaign, Qi's preparations were inadequate.

Solely for this reason of supply, Qi dared not advance steadily.

Even if they proceeded cautiously, Qi was destined to lose.

From this point of view, Zhao Heng's decision to push forward for a decisive battle was not wrong, and he once posed a substantial threat to our Great Wei.

But unfortunately, our Wei Country was not that inferior either.

He wanted a decisive battle, but we preferred to use detours and containment to magnify his shortage of supplies.

From that moment on, this battle was already won by our Great Wei."

Upon hearing this, Shen Han voiced some of his doubts.

"But in that battle, the Qi army was only wiped out by twenty thousand plus troops.

It was only when General Su Hongyi captured three princes of Qi that the battle formally ended..."

If they had been surrounded, it would have been possible for the Qi army to be completely annihilated.

"Although there was an encirclement, at that time, under Zhao Heng's command, the military's strength was still maintained, with even a desperate intent to die.

If our Great Wei wanted to annihilate the entire Qi army, we would also suffer significant losses.

Yan Country, on the other hand, could have taken advantage of the situation as a bystander."

Upon hearing this, Shen Han furrowed his brows slightly, as if he had guessed the true situation.

"So, when General Su Hongyi captured the three princes of Qi, was it actually the price Qi offered for surrender?

The real reason was that the Qi army's hopes were already dashed?"

Su Zhensheng nodded.

"Never underestimate the cruelty of the political scene, young man. For the Qi Imperial Family, three princes did not count for much.

If it weren't damaging to their national prestige, perhaps the king of Qi wouldn't have delayed so long, and would've offered up the three princes as hostages much earlier.

Compared to the foundation of the state, the princes weighed much less, which the king of Qi understood very well.

Besides, these three princes had no special talents; abandoning them was also normal."

Upon hearing this, Shen Han couldn't help but sigh: "In the face of military and national affairs, a prince's life is worthless..."

Seeing Shen Han in this state, the middle-aged teacher merely chuckled.

"What's with the lamenting, young man?

You have such talent and insight; could it be that your clan would abandon you?

Those three princes mainly lacked strength themselves."

"That may not necessarily be the case..."

"If your clan doesn't want you, you just come find me; I'm willing to take you in my estate.

Your appearance is quite handsome, and among the younger generation in my family, a few of my nieces are quite comely, if you are not yet married..."

As the conversation drifted further, it unexpectedly veered towards marriage.

Shen Han smiled helplessly; it had come up quite abruptly.

"Sir, you've only known me for less than two days. You haven't evaluated my character or conduct..."

Upon hearing this, the middle-aged teacher simply waved his hand.

"I've been navigating this world for so many years; could I not have some skill in recognizing people?

You just need to tell me whether or not you're married."

Hearing this, there was some seriousness in his words.

Shen Han promptly explained his refusal: "Thank you for your kind offer, sir, but my heart is already bound to someone else, so this matter..."

"It's fine, it's fine; you're still young, and you have plenty of time ahead.

Feelings between men and women aren't set in stone. Should your feelings ever wane, you can come find me.

The gate of my estate is always open for you; join my family, and I'll ensure your smooth rise in the world."

Hearing Shen Han say that his heart was bound to someone else, Su Zhensheng felt a slight sense of disappointment.

There was a tinge of sourness in his words.

After speaking, it seemed as if he wanted to boast a little, bringing up his own daughter.

"A young man's mind is ever-changing. If you were to meet my youngest daughter, you'd likely forget all other entanglements instantly.

Unfortunately, my daughter has already taken a liking to someone else.

Frankly, I wish she could meet you instead.

The person she favors now truly is..."

As Su Zhensheng spoke to this point, he couldn't help but sigh, as if he was not very satisfied with the person his daughter fancied.

"Is that man not excellent enough, not worthy of your Bright Pearl?"

"When it comes to excellence, that person is certainly worthy of such praise; even among the geniuses, he stands out.

It's just that child's temperament is a bit too cold-hearted..."

Upon hearing this, Shen Han gently reassured: "Seeing one's daughter swept off their feet by another man always brings a father's worries.

Most of the time, those worries are unfounded."

Upon hearing this, Su Zhensheng shook his head.

"If it were just unfounded worries, that would be a relief...

Were it not for her feelings for that child, I wouldn't let them be together even at the expense of some family benefits."

Su Zhensheng's words at this moment seemed more like those of a typical father.

Throughout the afternoon, the two of them sat in this courtyard, sipping mild tea, discussing military strategy.

Besides that, they discussed affairs of the political scene, all within their conversation.

Shen Han listened attentively, and Su Zhensheng seemed willing to share with Shen Han.

Often, young people are reckless.

They view the world with critical eyes, always thinking the world's law must operate according to their will.

Whenever there is a contradiction, they perceive it as the world's fault.

But in conversations with Shen Han, Su Zhensheng found this young man always humble and serious.

He truly listened to the experiences and advice provided by his seniors.

Moreover, he could often consider the whole situation from a single point.

Such temperament is exceptionally suited for entering the political arena.

He doesn't speak impulsively, yet he can see through the intricate and mysterious clouds of political affairs.

The Su Family lacks such meticulous and conscientious young talents.

Even his daughter, though she is a girl, finds it difficult to settle her mind.

The Su Family really wishes to place one of their descendants in the political scene.

Shen Han, if he could become the Su family's son-in-law, would be an eminently suitable person.

With him in the Capital City's political scene, it would give the Su Family confidence in their military endeavors outside."

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