Mother, I have returned to the throne.

Chapter 224 Winter

In the carriage.

Song Yuan was blocked in the carriage by Situ Jing with some reluctance.

After his condition improved, the first thing Song Yuan thought of was to inspect the military camp.

Situ Jing was reluctant at first, but in the end she couldn't resist Song Yuan. However, before leaving, she set various restrictions for Song Yuan.

Just like this means of travel.

Others can ride horses, but you, Song Yuan, can’t!

After all, your physique is probably not as good as a woman's. If you really ride a horse and your body, which has been well-maintained, falls ill due to the wind, what will you do?

In desperation, Song Yuan had no choice but to compromise.

Hiding in the depths of the carriage, he complained to himself, "Damn this weather! How nice it would be if it were just like the Imperial City?"

"Otherwise, why is this place called Shuobei?" Situ Jing, who was standing by, heard Song Yuan say this and responded while rolling his eyes at him.

"If you're really not capable, then don't try to be brave. Don't go around and come back sick again. Don't expect me to take care of you then!"

"Honestly, in this weather, who wouldn't want to stay home with their wife and kids?"

Faced with Situ Jing's unusual care, Song Yuan shrugged helplessly.

"But who made me a prince? I must get through this!"

"As the saying goes, the greater one's ability, the greater the responsibility. Sometimes I wonder, why am I so outstanding?"

"Bah!" Seeing Song Yuan being so narcissistic, Situ Jing immediately made a disgusting expression.

But unexpectedly, Song Yuan's face turned serious and he suddenly talked about business.

"By the way, didn't I tell you yesterday to send someone to He He to take a look around? How's the situation?"

What Song Yuan was talking about was the Peacock River. This river cut off the road between Zhenbei City and the barbarians. If you want to go to the barbarian battlefield, this is definitely the only way to go.

Situ Jing asked a few times before finally returning to her composure: "I've already checked, but I'm afraid the final result will disappoint you. Although it's snowing now, the temperature isn't high enough yet. The Peacock River is still flowing!"

"Also, I've sent people to inquire. According to people nearby, it will take at least a month for the Peacock River to freeze over. Riding a horse on the river is only possible in deep winter. Don't even think about it during other times!"

The Peacock River is a flowing water, and the water flows downstream, but the force of this flushing can generate a lot of heat.

In this case, if you want to freeze the river surface, you naturally need a lower temperature, not to mention riding a horse on the river surface. In short, the specific situation is far more troublesome than Song Yuan expected.

"So, it's only two months at most!"

In Song Yuan's heart, he was not worried about whether his plan could be implemented. What he feared most was that those barbarians had no martial ethics!

Based on Song Yuan's understanding of those barbarians, he knew that the decision made by the top leaders of the Great Qin would definitely not be hidden from their ears.

Upon learning that the Qin Dynasty is hostile, the barbarians may choose to strike first.

If they take advantage of the frozen jaw and launch a direct attack, then except for Zhenbei City, the two nearby border cities may not be able to be defended.

Thinking of the implications, Song Yuan's face darkened and he immediately ordered, "After arriving at the military camp, you will arrange for them to go to the Peacock River to survey the situation at least once a day starting from today!"

"If it freezes, we must report it immediately. This matter is of utmost importance and we must not let it go!"

"There's no need to be so troublesome, right?" Although Situ Jing understood Song Yuan's plan, she still felt it was a bit redundant.

"Those barbarians aren't fools. The temperature isn't even close to enough right now. They can't risk falling overboard and try to cross the river, right?"

"How can you be sure that a madman won't do anything?"

Song Yuan responded meaningfully, "When two countries are at war, nothing can be hidden from the other side. Especially with the barbarians constantly testing us, I'm afraid that my father's decisions have already been known to them!"

"Since the enemy knows that a major war is imminent after winter, how could they possibly follow your wishes?"

"If it were me, I would definitely strike first. In this way, I would catch you off guard first. After you react, I can decide whether to flee or fight. Wouldn't it be better to have the upper hand at that time?"

Song Yuan didn't make some of his words very clear.

Given the tough character of the barbarians, defense is definitely not their characteristic!

What's more, the best defense is offense!

He was basically 100% sure that the barbarians would definitely anticipate what he could think of!

Even when faced with a siege battle, which they are not good at, they will definitely take the risk in order to gain the upper hand!

All we need to do is completely deplete the combat effectiveness of the Zhenbei Army before the spring.

Even if the Qin Dynasty regroups after the spring, without the support of the Zhenbei Army, it will not be able to fight the barbarians on the front battlefield!

"OK then!"

Sensing the determination in Song Yuan's eyes, Situ Jing finally nodded: "Also, do you want me to notify Huo Jianchuan and ask him to take precautions and prepare in advance? This way, we can prevent the enemy from catching us off guard!"

Faced with such concerns, Song Yuan waved his hand.

Situ Jing's statement clearly shows that he is looking down on everyone in the world.

"I'm sure others wouldn't dare to say it, but General Wei must have thought of this. He's no fool to be able to lead the entire Zhenbei Army!"

"What I'm on guard against, General Wei should also be on guard against. The only thing we need to watch out for is not the barbarians' general attack, but the enemy bypassing that city and only attacking our location!"

"By then, it will probably be troublesome for us!"

Song Yuan knew very well how much of a shadow his famous battles in the capital had left on his opponent Bulma!

As the high priest of the barbarians, the other party must hate him to the core.

More importantly, the threats Song Yuan faces are not just from the enemy.

In the imperial city, the third prince, who has now been confirmed as the crown prince, is also a time bomb that may explode at any time.

Once both sides have communicated, he will inform the barbarians through the prince's mouth that he is now acting on the border.

By then, given Bulma's character, he will definitely do whatever it takes to take his own head first. Only in this way can he be cast into a shadow for the rest of his life!

Barbarians always have a character that will never give up until they achieve their goals.

As the best among them, Bulma demonstrates this point to the fullest.

So Song Yuan has to be on guard!

However, in Song Yuan's calculation, it would be fine if the other party did not come.

If he comes, I will teach him a lesson!

If only I could gain some advantage in this matter and let the barbarians realize how powerful I am.

At that time, not only can we slap the high priest in the face again, but we can also completely boost the morale of the army!