"Although the Xiongnu's attack was fierce, their strategy was to win the battle quickly and decisively."

"If we can delay their advance and wait out winter, their cavalry will lose their advantage."

"This battle is not one we cannot win."

Chen Ping nodded and said, "Young Master is wise."

"I will immediately mobilize more elite troops to the border to ensure that we can delay the Xiongnu's attack."

Ying Yuan nodded slowly, and then said: "In addition to the war situation on the border, the situation in the court cannot be ignored either."

"Those neutrals have been watching and waiting. If we encounter any unfavorable situation on the border, they will definitely stand up and oppose it."

Chen Ping frowned slightly, and then said, "Sir, I have arranged for the Jinyiwei to secretly monitor the actions of these neutral parties."

"However, these people do not express their views on the surface, but secretly they are contacting various forces and trying to find the most advantageous position for them."

Ying Yuan smiled coldly, with a hint of disdain in his eyes.

“They thought they could play both sides of this storm, but they were wrong.”

“Those who waver are often the first to fall when the storm comes.”

"I want to let them know that this situation does not allow anyone to remain neutral."

Chen Ping nodded and said in a low voice: "Sir, you are wise. I understand what you mean."

"I will increase the pressure on these neutrals and let them know that continuing to wait and see will only put them in more danger."

Ying Yuan said coldly: "Give them one last chance."

"If they don't speak up, make them pay for it."

“I want everyone in the court to understand that only by standing on my side can they gain real security and benefits.”

“Those who try to remain neutral and waver are destined to be eliminated.”

Chen Ping's heart trembled, and then he said: "I understand. I will make arrangements immediately to ensure that they will not have any chance to wait and see."

Ying Yuan nodded slightly, and then said: "The connection between the remnants of the aristocratic families and the Xiongnu is already an open matter."

"Next, we need to control more power in secret."

"I want them to be completely suppressed without even realizing it."

Chen Ping was slightly startled, and then said: "Sir, I have a plan that may further weaken the power of the remaining members of the aristocratic families."

Ying Yuan turned his gaze to Chen Ping, a hint of interest in his eyes.

"tell me the story."

Chen Ping bowed slightly, and then said: "I suggest that we secretly support some new local forces and let them oppose the remaining factions of the aristocratic families."

"In this way, the remaining factions of the aristocratic families will not only be suppressed by the imperial court, but will also be eroded by the emerging local forces."

"In this way, the foundation of the family will be completely shaken."

Ying Yuan smiled gently, with an unfathomable light in his eyes.

"Your idea is very good."

"The struggle between the old and new forces will leave the aristocratic families no time to compete with the imperial court."

"Pass the order on to secretly support those local forces that are loyal to the imperial court, and let them gradually encroach on the territories of the aristocratic families."

"At the same time, continue to suppress the remaining members of the aristocratic families and ensure that they cannot counterattack."

Chen Ping responded in a low voice: "I understand. I will arrange it immediately."

Ying Yuan walked slowly to the desk and glanced lightly at the map, as if he had seen through the entire situation of the Qin Dynasty.

"This chess game has reached its final stage."

"Whether they are the Xiongnu, the aristocratic families, or those neutral parties, their fate is already determined."

"I, Ying Yuan, will completely control this storm."

Chen Ping agreed with this and said, "My Lord, you are wise. I believe that this situation will end completely under your control."

Ying Yuan smiled slightly, his eyes revealing endless confidence.

"The future of the Qin Empire will be led by me and move towards a more glorious path." "Any force that attempts to subvert the imperial power will be destroyed in this storm."

Chen Ping looked at Ying Yuan calmly. He knew that every move Ying Yuan made was paving the way for the future.

And this future will be created by Ying Yuan himself.

In the study, the candlelight was still flickering, illuminating Ying Yuan's cold and confident face.

He has made all preparations to face the final victory of this storm.

The future of the Great Qin will definitely be controlled by him.

The night in Xianyang City was as dark as ink, and the sunset glow on the horizon had long disappeared.

The palaces in the city disappeared into the deep night, as if the heart of the empire was beating silently.

Ying Yuan stood in front of the study window, looking towards the distant border, knowing in his heart that this game had gradually entered the most critical stage.

The war situation on the border affects the lifeline of the entire Qin Dynasty, and the undercurrent in the court is also quietly surging.

He knew that both internal and external troubles had made the situation of the Qin Dynasty extremely precarious.

"The Xiongnu cavalry is still gathering, and the neutral faction in the court is still waiting and watching."

Ying Yuan muttered to himself, tapping the table lightly with the folding fan in his hand, making a crisp sound.

His brows were slightly furrowed, obviously thinking about the current complicated situation.

Chen Ping still stood aside with a solemn expression.

"Sir, the war on the border is imminent, and the Xiongnu's attack may break out at any time."

"Although we have mobilized some of our forces, I'm afraid it's not enough to completely resist their cavalry raid."

Ying Yuan nodded slightly, and then said: "The Xiongnu cavalry is indeed powerful, especially before the arrival of winter, their mobility is extremely strong."

“But they also have a weakness, which is that they can’t last.”

"As long as we can hold them back and put their cavalry in trouble, their advantage will quickly collapse."

Chen Ping's eyes flashed with thought, and then he said, "Sir, what you said is absolutely right."

"However, I am worried that the Xiongnu are secretly colluding with the remnants of the aristocratic families. Once they attack from both inside and outside, the border defense line will probably be under greater pressure."

Ying Yuan smiled coldly, with a hint of confidence in his eyes.

"The remnants of the aristocratic families' connection with the Xiongnu is doomed to be their death."

“They thought they could regain their footing with the help of foreign enemies, but in reality, this would only hasten their demise.”

"What I want is for them to be completely exposed in broad daylight."

Chen Ping nodded slightly, secretly admiring Ying Yuan's decisiveness and courage.

He knew that Ying Yuan was not only responding to the Huns' attack, but was also using this war to clear out hidden dangers in the court.

"Sir, I have sent people to monitor the remnants of the noble families who have connections with the Xiongnu."

"Although they are hiding very deeply, we have gradually grasped their movements."

"As long as the time is right, we can catch them all in one fell swoop."

Ying Yuan nodded slightly, and then said, "Very good, continue monitoring."

"Don't alert the enemy. I don't want them to panic for a while, but to be completely destroyed."

Chen Ping bowed and said, "I understand. I will make sure these forces cannot escape your control."

Ying Yuan walked slowly to the desk and swept his eyes over the map on the desk with deep and cold eyes.

"This time, the Xiongnu's attack seemed to be their initiative, but in fact it was a test."

"They want to take this opportunity to find out the strength of our Great Qin, and even hope to use internal forces to disrupt our own formation."

"But they underestimated the strength of Daqin."

"I want to let them know that the Qin Empire is not a place that can be trampled on at will."

Chen Ping nodded and said, "Young Master is wise." (End of this chapter)