Records of the Human Emperor Chapter 274: Warning the Protectorate!

Chapter 274: Warning the Protectorate!

"It's fine."

Zhangchou Jianqiong suddenly started chuckling, and he waved his hands to gesture to Wang Gen that it was fine.

"So, Wang gongzi is interested in military affairs as well. I guess there's no way an offspring from a military clan wouldn't be interested in the military. It's fine, coming into contact with such matters now will be useful for you in the future anyway."

As expected of a Protector-General, Zhangchou Jianqiong was able to dispel the awkwardness of the situation with just a few words.

"Indeed! I've chatted with Wang gongzi a few times, and Wang gongzi has shown particular interest in military affairs. It's a rare opportunity to meet Lord Zhangchou, so it would be a huge waste not to exchange ideas. Hahaha!"

Yang Zhao also swiftly reacted and mended the situation.

Hearing those words from the duo, the atmosphere in the banquet alleviated. Those generals from the Southern Protectorate Manor were initially rather displeased by Wang Chong's rudeness, but they nodded in acceptance at the offered explanation.

Wang Chong's father, Wang Yan, and eldest brother, Wang Fu, were both commanders in the military. It wasn't surprising for Wang Chong to be interested in it as well, under their influence.

As one of the great Protector-Generals of the empire, it was natural for him to want to learn from Lord Zhangchou on such matters.

"Wang gongzi hasn't really ventured out of the capital yet, so it's natural that you don't understand much about the situation. Ü-Tsang is situated on a plateau, and the path to Jiannan is dangerously steep, making it difficult for an army to march through it. Not to mention, the Tibetans have never been to the Central Plains before, so they are unfamiliar with the forces and terrain here. Unless there's someone to guide them along, it's impossible for them to achieve anything significant against us."

"On top of that, Tibetans have a distinctive trait that sets them apart from the citizens of Great Tang—their red faces. Every single Tibetan who enters G

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