Mythical Qin: I, Gao Yao, will never be a eunuch!

Listening to Gao Yao's promise, the old men's breathing became heavier. The heavy breathing was particularly clear in the quiet environment, as if it made the air heavy. Even Gao Yao could hear it clearly. He knew that the reactions of these people meant their inner turmoil and expectations.

It is true that money can attract people's attention, but money is only a synonym. Everyone has their own pursuits. Some people like money, some like power, and some people value fame. Gao Yao firmly believes that human nature has weaknesses and there is no perfect person in the world. And these old people in front of him naturally have their own preferences and pursuits.

The plan proposed by Gao Yao can not only do a good thing for the literati in the world, but also enhance their reputation. How can they not be tempted by such a plan that kills two birds with one stone? However, if Gao Yao went directly to Shangshan District and said the same thing to these four people, the result would definitely be completely different. They would never believe it easily, and might even think that Gao Yao was bragging or had ulterior motives. Only when they witnessed the great changes in the southern border with their own eyes and personally felt Gao Yao's ability, courage and real achievements, would they truly believe everything Gao Yao said.

"Gentlemen, I know that my behavior is indeed a bit abrupt, but please believe in my sincerity and determination. Let me put it this way, you can think about it carefully. If you really don't want to, Gao Yao will not force you and will naturally send you back. Gao Yao will take his leave for now." After saying that, Gao Yao politely saluted to everyone, then turned and left the room.

Gao Yao seemed very calm at this time. He knew that he couldn't act too hastily and had to give the other party enough time to think and weigh the pros and cons. He had already used all the means that could be used. Now it was up to the other party to make a choice. It would be bad to act too hastily at this time.

Seeing Gao Yao leaving, Tang Bing, Zhou Shu, and Cui Guang began to discuss the matter. After all, this matter could be big or small, and they had to think things through. Moreover, the four of them were close friends, so it was impossible for one person's ideas to drag down the others.

At the same time, Gao Yao had already arrived at the door. Han Xin had been waiting for a long time, and when he saw Gao Yao coming out, he immediately went forward to greet him. These days, Gao Yao specially arranged for Han Xin and Xiao He to take turns accompanying several gentlemen to enhance mutual understanding and trust.

"How is it?" Han Xin asked impatiently.

"Wait." Gao Yao didn't say anything nonsense, just the word "wait".

Hearing this, Han Xin suddenly looked depressed: "We still have to wait, my lord. I know these gentlemen are all talented, but are you going too far?"

Gao Yao smiled slightly at this time. Under his training, Han Xin's military ability was definitely stronger than before. After all, one was Han Xin who had never led troops, and the other was Han Xin who had commanded tens of thousands of soldiers. At the same time, he also had the experience and lessons of failure. His strength was definitely better, but his arrogance was inevitably a bit excessive.

In fact, this is one of the reasons why Gao Yao sent Xiao He and Han Xin to take care of these four people in turn. Xiao He is steady and knowledgeable. Compared with these four people, he is stronger than them except for age. This is to let these people see that they have great talents in their hands, so as not to be underestimated.

As for sending Han Xin, there was another purpose. In comparison, Han Xin was like a young man who had just started out, but he had extraordinary knowledge, active thinking, and many wild ideas. This made the four people see that Gao Yao also had a young generation of talented people under his command.

It is true that he is eager to recruit talented people, but Gao Yao is very clear that he must not give people the feeling that he is indispensable. This is very important if he wants to get several people to work hard for him in the future.

It was just like Gao Yao's attitude towards Xiao He and Cao Shen. Gao Yao's attitude towards them became more and more easy-going because they had been with him for a long time, not because of their abilities or their official positions. When they just followed Gao Yao, it was clear who was the king and who was the minister, and this point could not be confused.

Although there is no real distinction between the monarch and his subjects yet, Gao Yao must make sure that everyone under his command can distinguish between the primary and the secondary. After all, there are some things that others cannot understand, but Gao Yao understands. Some things must be done for the sake of plot rewards. Gao Yao does not want to be criticized for military or even death-defying advice when he is doing something.

After the two of them had left for a distance, Han Xin couldn't help but ask,

"My Lord, what if these gentlemen still do not decide to assist you, or stay in the southern border?"

"What do you think?" Gao Yao did not hide his thoughts from Han Xin when he heard Han Xin's question.

"This..." After hearing Gao Yao's words, Han Xin was stunned at first, and then he understood the answer that Gao Yao did not say.

"Han Xin, I don't need to repeat to you that kindness does not lead the army. Why did Bai Qi kill the surrendered soldiers in the past? If these surrendered soldiers really stayed, would the Great Qin still be the Great Qin today?"

"Yes, my lord, I understand."

"Well, I won't tell the same thing to Cao Shen or Xiao He, but only to you. Do you understand?"

Gao Yao specifically mentioned Bai Qi's killing of the surrendered soldiers in order to make Han Xin understand that it was because the productivity level during the Warring States Period was low, and supporting a large-scale army was a huge burden. The Qin State had already exhausted all its national strength in the Battle of Changping, but even so, it still faced the problem of insufficient food and grass. Therefore, Bai Qi believed that the Qin State did not have the ability to support these 40 Zhao surrendered soldiers for a long time, and killing the surrendered soldiers was the most direct way to solve this problem.

Bai Qi really didn't know how much pressure he would be under by doing this. Bai Qi knew it, but he dared to do it. It was because of this that Bai Qi deserved the title of the Four Great Generals of the Warring States Period. At that time, Bai Qi was known as a human butcher, but this move not only greatly deterred various countries and solved practical difficulties, but also achieved considerable influence in subsequent wars.

"Of course, I will not let you down, my lord."

Listening to Gao Yao's words, Han Xin was not stupid and naturally understood the meaning. This was in disguise that Gao Yao had completely regarded him as his trusted and beloved general. Although Gao Yao did not want Han Xin to become Bai Qi, he wanted to remind Han Xin not to be too soft-hearted. Some people can be let go, but some cannot!