High Battle #42: The Prelude of the War
Having subjugated all the large and small countries around him, Emperor Taizong of Tang, Li Shimin says,
"Now only Goguryeo remains."
The morale of the Tang army is sky-high due to continuous victories. Li Shimin, who always had the war with Goguryeo in mind, as it was a crucial factor in the fall of the Sui Dynasty, says,
"Didn't they kill their own king and cause chaos in their country? Prepare to attack Goguryeo immediately."
However, there is a major obstacle to his ambitions to conquer Goguryeo.
"Your Majesty, it is not yet time for Goguryeo."
These are the words of Wei Zheng, who can be considered to be Li Shimin's mentor. Since Wei Zheng never hesitated to criticize and give advice on every aspect of Emperor Taizong of Tang's conduct, even the powerful Li Shimin can not easily oppose him.
"Your Majesty, it is not the time for a punitive expedition against Goguryeo. Goguryeo's forces are not to be underestimated, and even the old Sui Dynasty failed to conquer them despite mobilizing a large army. It is not yet the right time."
"Hmm......
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