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Han Feizi – Chapter 23.30
Han Feizi depicts Chu’s victory over Wu. After ten days of rain, Yi Xiang foresaw an incoming Wu raid, prompting Chu to form defenses. When Wu retreated, the advisor urged an immediate strike and helped General Ziqi (Zi Qi) crush the resting foe.
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Han Feizi – Chapter 23.29
Han Feizi recounts Yue sought Chu’s troops to attack Jin post-Wu’s fall. Chu’s minister spotted Yue’s hidden military depletion; Chu followed Yue’s troops. Forced by worn-out forces, Yue yielded vast land to Chu to avoid combat.
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Han Feizi – Chapter 23.28
Han Feizi tells Lord Zhi tricked Qiu You’s king with a giant bell gift, forcing road construction for its delivery. A minister fled after warning of invasion; seven months later, Qiu You was conquered for coveting tempting but treacherous favors.
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Han Feizi – Chapter 23.27
Han Feizi records two Wu envoys marked for sacrificial drum blood by Chu’s general. They reasoned killing them would make Wu tighten defenses and curse Chu’s drums, convincing the commander to spare their lives with sharp diplomatic logic.
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Han Feizi – Chapter 23.26
Han Feizi recounts Guan Zhong and Bao Shuya split to back rival Qi princes. After Xiaobai became Duke Huan, Bao recommended jailed Guan as premier. The tale proves talented people rely on trusted friends instead of self-promotion to thrive.
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Han Feizi – Chapter 23.25
Han Feizi records strategist Bai Gui’s advice to Song’s prime minister. To avoid being ousted once the young king comes of age, the minister should invite Chu’s envoys to praise the ruler’s filial fame and secure long-term official power.