This year, the State of Wei, severely wounded by the Battle of Yi Que, was still struggling to survive and had no strength to oppose the State of Qin or regain its former dominance as during the reign of Duke Wen of Wei.,As evening fell, a somewhat luxurious carriage set off from Xianyang City, escorted by a troop of thirty heavily armored cavalry. It headed northeast along the wide, smooth road, galloping incessantly towards Zhao State.,Immediately, figures clad in black armor leaped into the air, wielding deadly weapons. Their swords flashed as they attacked the front of the carriage, sending the two steeds crashing to the ground.。