Chapter 724: The Four Forces of Military Science: Yin and Yang
"The military yin and yang tradition has a long history, and its knowledge is broad and profound, covering divination, astrology, cloud reading, dream interpretation, sacrifice, prayer, curse, and many other arts and witchcraft, and its application in military affairs is even more superb."

"As a leader of this generation, Sun Bin's abilities should not be underestimated."

At this point, Guan Zhong's eyes became deep, as if he remembered something from the past. He sighed and continued.

The so-called military yin and yang is described in the classic "Book of Han. Yiwenzhi": "Yin and yang are those that follow the time, push punishment and virtue, fight and strike, and win by the five elements, and use ghosts and gods as help."

"Relying on ghosts and gods for help" means that all military applications of magic and sorcery that rely on ghosts and gods can also be included in the scope of military yin and yang.

The military Yin-Yang school includes various military techniques of the past, such as divination, astrology, cloud and air interpretation, dream interpretation, sacrifice, prayer, curse, exorcism and various kinds of divination and witchcraft.

In "An Overview of Pre-Qin Academics. Military Strategists", Lu Simian said: "Books on yin and yang and skills are now completely lost. There are also few books on tactics and situations. Generally speaking, the words of military yin and yang are related to the weather and are inevitably superstitious. The words of military skills are the most practical. However, the times are different, so they are not passed down. The words of military situation are also different now and in the past. However, their principles are mostly the same, so their existence can still be understood by many later generations. As for military tactics, they focus on the principles of using troops, and there is no difference between now and ancient times. The words of military strategists that can be used to examine ancient academic thoughts are definitely from this school."

Sun Bin, Zhang Liang, Fan Zeng, Li Guangli, Zhang Jiao, Zhuge Liang, Li Jue, Sima Yi, Ju Shou... These famous generals and strategists who were well-known in our previous lives can all be regarded as being from the lineage of the military Yin-Yang school.

"What do you two think about this?"

Su Ye's expression became more serious when he heard this. He looked at Zhuge Liang and Zhou Yu beside him and asked.

"Zhu Jiuyin is a man of great wisdom and martial arts skills, which is rare."

"He is not only proficient in various martial arts, but also good at using strategies. He is a strong opponent who combines wisdom and courage. If you want to deal with him, you must plan for the long term and not underestimate the enemy."

Upon hearing this, Zhuge Liang frowned slightly, looked solemn, and spoke slowly.

"Sun Bin is a powerful successor to the yin and yang of this generation of military strategists. He emphasizes following the times, promoting punishment and virtue, fighting and winning according to the five elements, and even relying on ghosts and gods for help."

"This kind of people are good at taking advantage of the weather and terrain, as well as all available magic and sorcery, to strengthen the military and weaken the enemy."

"When facing him, we must not only consider the direct confrontation on the battlefield, but also guard against those seemingly illusory but actually murderous tactics."

Zhou Yu also nodded and took over the conversation.

"Although the description of the Yin-Yang School in the Four Forces of the Military Strategy is a little mysterious, it is undeniable that its role in actual war cannot be underestimated. Since Sun Bin can inherit this tradition, he must have his own unique features."

At this point, a hint of fighting spirit flashed in Zhou Yu's eyes, as if he had foreseen the fierce scene in the confrontation with Sun Bin, and continued.

He was also a leader among the military strategists of his generation, and he even had a few acquaintances with Sun Bin.

It’s just that Zhou Yu focused more on military power and strategy.

As for those who seek military power, that is, strategists, Ban Gu said their characteristics are "to defend the country with righteousness, to use strange tactics in warfare, to plan before fighting, to take into account the overall situation, to understand yin and yang, and to use skills."

Military strategists focus on the study of military strategies, and are proficient in the strengths of various schools of thought such as situation, yin and yang, and skills. They are the soul of military strategists.

The Art of War of the Machiavellians is a summary of the experience of war and military management at that time. It contains a series of strategic and tactical principles, rich military dialectical ideas, and the philosophy of military management and warfare.

Representative figures include a series of commanders such as Sun Wu, Wu Qi, Han Xin, Chen Qingzhi, Murong Chui, and Wang Meng.

"You two are right. Zhu Jiuyin and Sun Bin are indeed one of the powerful obstacles facing our army in Wuzhou."

"But precisely because of this, we need the help of wise men like you two. I believe that with your talents, you will be able to find a way to crack the problem and defeat the enemy."

Su Ye listened to the two's analysis, his expression raised, and he spoke slowly. Guan Zhong watched this scene from the side and nodded secretly in his heart. He knew Su Ye's ambition, and also understood Zhuge Liang and Zhou Yu's talents and ambitions.

"Jin Yu, there are also Kong Ming and Gong Jin. Although military affairs are unpredictable, they still remain essentially the same."

"Only by adhering to the right path and using wisdom can we turn danger into safety and defeat into victory."

At this moment, he seemed to see his younger self and interjected softly.

"Do you have any specific countermeasures or suggestions?"

Upon hearing this, Su Ye nodded in agreement and then asked.

"To deal with Zhu Jiuyin, we need to start with his weaknesses. Although he is both intelligent and brave, he is said to be aloof and not easy to get close to."

"We can use this to try to alienate him from his soldiers, or create internal conflicts, thereby weakening his power."

Zhuge Liang pondered for a moment and spoke slowly.

"As for Sun Bin, since he is good at the art of war and yin and yang, we can use his own method to fight him. We can also use talented people who are proficient in this kind of art, or find a way to crack it from ancient books to deal with his magic."

"At the same time, we can also create confusion on the battlefield, making it difficult for him to figure out our true intentions."

Zhou Yu thought about it and continued to add.

"Even those who are equally proficient in military yin and yang are far away and right in front of us!"

Having said that, Zhou Yu pointed at Zhuge Liang next to him and smiled.

"Kong Ming's attainments in the military strategist's Yin Yang and power are praised by many old monsters in the military strategist. It's a pity that Kong Ming's ambition is not in the military strategist, otherwise it is uncertain who will be the leader of the military strategist's Yin Yang now!"

As soon as Zhou Yu said this, the atmosphere in the room suddenly became a little relaxed, and even Guan Zhong's eyes, which always showed a certain calmness, flashed a smile.

"I have heard about Kong Ming's military career. It is a great honor for the Yin Yang School of Military Science to have a successor like you."

"However, what Gongjin said is true. If you, Kongming, devote yourself to military strategy, it is hard to say who will be the future military strategy candidate."

He looked towards Zhuge Liang with approval in his eyes, stroked his long beard, and spoke slowly.

"Gongjin, you are wrong. Although I have some knowledge of the art of war, I can only see a small part of the picture and cannot see the whole picture."

"Besides, there is no such thing as a leader in real learning. It's just that everyone has their own strengths and they learn from each other."

Upon hearing this, Zhuge Liang gently shook the feather fan in his hand.

"Besides, Liang only has a superficial understanding of military affairs. It will take time to study the true subtleties."

"What I want in my heart is not the glory of a single military strategist, but I hope to use what I have learned to assist a wise ruler, stabilize the world, and let this chaotic world return to peace as soon as possible."

Then Zhuge Liang curled up a gentle smile and waved his hand gently.

(End of this chapter)