During the Spring and Autumn Period, with his outstanding political wisdom and decisive decision-making, Qi Huan Gong skillfully embarked on a three-step strategy leading to hegemony.
The first step is to implement reforms.
After taking office, Duke Huan of Qi showed great leadership wisdom, and he decided to take Bao Shuya's advice and appoint his former enemy Guan Zhong to govern the chaotic state of Qi. This radical and wise decision brought about a chance for Qi to turn around. Through Guan Zhong's reform, the originally chaotic country was revitalized, and the national strength was greatly improved, which made Qi Huan Gong extremely satisfied.
Step 2: Start a war
The improvement of national strength provided an opportunity for Qi Huan Gong and Guan Zhong to seek hegemony. They did not hesitate to choose war as a means to achieve their goals. Knowing that the strength of the army is the key to a country becoming a strong country, Qi Huan Gong and Guan Zhong are determined to start a war. In the process, Duke Qi Huan deeply realized the cruelty and importance of war, especially in the early days of reform, he insisted on attacking the state of Lu, but suffered a painful defeat. However, at this moment, he is fully prepared and determined to take on a new challenge.
Step 3: Convene an alliance
Qi Huan was shrewdly aware that solving problems sometimes did not depend only on war, but also on diplomacy. He convened a series of effective meetings aimed at demonstrating the country's ability to fight war. From the initial alliance with the small state of Beixing to the final round table meeting with the state of Chu (the alliance of Zhaoling), the Duke of Qi Huan won the victory with excellent strategy. This strategy of consolidating the country's strength through the alliance laid a solid foundation for Qi Huan Gong to successfully establish his hegemony.
In the end, the Kwaiqiu Huimeng became a key step for Qi Huan Gong to reach the pinnacle of hegemony. At this banquet, he invited princes from all walks of life and was congratulated by Zhou Tianzi. This historic moment marked the successful consolidation of Qi Huan's hegemony and his becoming the true master of the Spring and Autumn Period, and no one could surpass his brilliant achievements.