Sun Quan is convening civil and military personnel to discuss in his class. When he heard that Lu Su was back, he quickly sent someone in to ask, "What did Amethyst hear about this trip to Jiangxia?" Lu Su said, "I already know the general situation. I'll report to your master slowly when I have time." The right commander reported to Lu, "This exercise has sent people to send documents here. I just sent off the ambassador and am now in a meeting to discuss the next step. "
Lu Su received a speech to watch, which roughly means: "I am now under the orders of the emperor to condemn the crime. Yao Hui pointed south, Liu Cong surrendered easily, and the people of Jingxiang surrendered to the wind. Now I am personally in charge of millions of soldiers and thousands of generals. I want to go to Jiangxia with General Sun to fight against Liu Bei. Then divide his land equally and form an alliance forever. Fortunately, don't wait and see, and give an answer quickly. "
Lu Su read the letter and said, "What's your opinion?" Sun Quan said, "I haven't made up my mind yet." Zhang Zhao said: "Cao Cao has millions of people, so it is unreasonable for us to resist the crusade in the name of the son of heaven." Besides, the only capital that Jiangdong can rely on to resist Cao Cao is the Yangtze River. Now that Cao Cao has captured Jingzhou, the natural barrier of the Yangtze River has been evenly divided with us, and the situation is irreversible. In my opinion, surrender is the policy of Wan 'an. "All the advisers have said," Mr. Zhang's words are in line with God's will. " Sun Quan thoughtfully remained silent. Zhang Zhao added: "Master, don't hesitate any longer. If we surrender to Cao Cao, then the people of Wu Dong will be stable and all six counties in the south of the Yangtze River can be preserved. " Sun Quan just bowed his head and said nothing.
Soon Sun Quan went to the toilet, followed by Lu Su. Knowing what Lu Su meant, Sun Quan took Lu Su by the hand and said, "What about Amethyst's opinion?" Lu Su said, "What everyone said just now really misled the general. Everyone can surrender to Cao Cao, but the general cannot surrender. " Sun Quan asked, "Where do you start?" Lu Su said: "If I surrender to Cao Cao like Lu Su, with my ability, if I want to be an official, I will not be inferior to the chief of the county." General, where can you go after surrendering to Cao Cao? Liu Qi is a warning. It's best to give a waiting room, with at most one carriage and no more than a few followers. How to unify the whole country in the future and how to be an emperor! Everyone's ideas are for themselves, and they don't listen. I suggest that the general make a plan to resist Cao. "
Sun Quan sighed: "I am very disappointed with their comments. Amethyst, what you said is the same as my opinion. God really gave you to me! However, Cao Cao recently received so many troops from Yuan Shao, and now he has an army from Jingzhou. I think Cao Cao is too powerful to resist the enemy. " Lu Su said, "I have been here since Zhuge Liang, my brother in Jiangxia. Your master can ask him about the reality of Cao Jun. "Sun Quan said," Is Mr. Wolong there? " Lu Su said, "He is resting in the inn." Sun Quan said, "It's getting late today, so I won't meet you for the time being. Tomorrow I'll call a hundred officials from the civil and military departments to the account, so that he can see my handsome appearance in Jiangdong first, and then discuss it with the court. " Lu Su was ordered to leave.
The next day, Lu Su went to the inn to see Zhuge Liang and said, "You saw our master today. Don't say that Cao Cao has many soldiers." Zhuge Liang smiled and said, "I will improvise, don't worry." Lu Su led Zhuge Liang to Zhaoxian Hall.
Zhuge Liang saw a group of civil servants, including Zhang Zhao and Gu Yong, all dressed up in Emei. Lu Su introduced Zhuge Liang one by one and gave their names. After the ceremony, Zhuge Liang sat down at the guest table. When Zhang Zhao and others saw Zhuge Liang's majestic appearance, they assumed that this person must have come to lobby.
The first speaker was Zhang Bu. He said, "I, Zhang Zhao, am the most worthless person in Jiangdong. I have heard for a long time that Mr. Zhang lives in the school and compares himself with Guan Zhong. Is this true? " Zhuge Liang said, "This is a small comparison of Zhuge Liang in my life." Zhang Zhao said, "I heard that Liu Yuzhou went to visit Mr. Sangu in Cao Lu, Nanyang. He was lucky to get help from his husband. He told others that he was like a duck to water and looked forward to sweeping Jingxiang every day. But Jing Xiang was quickly occupied by Cao Cao. What do you think of this situation, sir? "
Zhuge Liang knew very early that Zhang Zhao was Sun Quan's first counselor. If he hadn't stumped him first, he wouldn't have had a chance to convince Sun Quan, so he replied, "It's easy for me to seize the land in the Han Dynasty! My Lord Liu Yuzhou practiced benevolence and righteousness, and could not bear to seize the inheritance of the same clan, so he refused again and again. Liu Cong, the Xiong Haizi, listened to the greedy words and secretly surrendered to Cao Cao, making Cao Cao very rampant. Now my Lord Liu Yuzhou has a very profound plan to station troops in Jiangxia, which is beyond the imagination of idle people. "
Zhang Zhao said: "It's true, that gentleman is really different from his words and deeds!" Mr Wang compares himself to Guan Zhong and Le Yi. Guan Zhong is Qi Huangong's prime minister, dominating the princes and reaching out to the world. Le Yi helped the weak Yan State and captured more than 70 cities in Qi State. These two people are talents who really help the world. In the thatched cottage, Mr. Wang often smiles proudly, crouches on his knees and sits in danger, with extraordinary ambitions. Since we have the opportunity to assist Liu Yuzhou, we should promote good and eliminate evil for all living beings and destroy the chaotic thief Cao Cao. But before Mr. Liu Yingzhou invited him, he was able to travel around the world and live in different cities. Now we are all looking forward to getting help from our husbands. Is a three-year-old child, that is to say, Liu Yuzhou is really successful in my official career from now on, and will see the great situation of the revival of the Han Dynasty and the demise of Cao Zhi. Old courtiers and hermits in the mountains are waiting for Mr. Wang, and their eyes are shining: they all think that Mr. Wang has cleared the dark clouds in the sky and rescued all people from the quagmire by relying on the brilliance of Mr. Wang's sun and moon. What we see, however, is that since Mr Zhuge assisted Liu Yuzhou, Cao Jun deserted as soon as he arrived. Sir, I have never seen you serve Liu Biao to settle the people, nor can you help Liu Biao's son defend the territory. Abandoning Xinye all the way, I went to Fancheng, lost my grandson, and went to Xiakou. Now I have nowhere to live. Why is Liu Yuzhou not as good as when she was assisted by her husband? I am outspoken about whether Guan Zhong and Le Yi are at the same level as Mr. Wang. I hope Mr. Wang won't take it amiss! "
Zhuge Liang smiled and said, "Dapeng spread its wings and took off in Wan Li. How can a flock of birds understand his ambition? " ! It's like a person is seriously ill. The treatment of a skilled doctor is to gradually recuperate with porridge and rotten rice and prescribe mild medicine. Wait until the internal organs are reconciled and the body gradually improves, and then use big fish and big meat to supplement nutrition and prescribe the right medicine. Only in this way can we remove the root cause of the disease and cure the patients. Quack doctors often throw down strong drugs without waiting for the pulse to ease, which will not only cure the patient, but will kill the patient. After the defeat of Runan, my master Liu Yuzhou lived with Liu Biao. There are less than a thousand soldiers, and the only war generals are Guan Yu, Zhang Fei and Zhao Yun. This situation is like being very ill and weak. Xinye is a remote county with a small population and lack of food. Our host is only temporarily staying. Do you really think we will be stuck there for a long time? Although our armor is not complete, the battlefield is not strong, the sergeant has not undergone strict training, and the food supply can't last for two days, but when Xia Houdun was burned in Wang Bo, the Baihe River flooded Coss' army, which made Cao Jun feel scared. I think Guan Zhong and Le Yi's martial arts are just so much. As for what you said about bretz's surrender to Cao Cao, our master really doesn't know the inside story. Besides, he didn't have the heart to take advantage of the chaos to seize the inheritance rights of the same clan. This is really a courageous act! You said that when the sun fell, it was because Liu Yuzhou could not bear to give up when he saw hundreds of thousands of people following him. He only travels ten miles a day, but he is not actively planning to take Jiangling and is willing to lose with the people. This is also a righteous move! Being outnumbered, winning or losing is a common occurrence in military strategists. In those days, Emperor Gaudi was defeated by Xiang Yu many times, and the success of Gaixia in the last World War was not all due to Han Xin's good strategy. That Han Xin assisted Emperor Gao for many years, but failed to win every battle. Therefore, national plans and social security must be planned by capable people. But in any case, it is better than those who argue endlessly and are good at lying and cheating. No one can match him when he sits down and talks empty words. He played it by ear on the battlefield, but there was nothing he could do. Really made the whole world laugh! "These words directly refute Mr. Zhang's face was ashamed and speechless.
Suddenly, a man in the seat asked loudly, "Now Cao Gong has millions of soldiers, and thousands of people must be stationed. The dragon will watch and swallow Jiangxia." What does Mr Zhuge think of this problem? Zhuge Liang saw that Xiang Zhong was talking. Zhuge Liang replied, "Cao Cao surrendered to Yuan Shao's ants and plundered Liu Biao's rabble, although millions are not worth fearing. "Yu Fan sneered:" Your army was defeated in Dangyang and poor in Xiakou. Now you come to Jiangdong to help, and you keep saying' not afraid'. This is a big lie! "
Zhuge Liang said, "How did Yuzhou, Liu Can lead thousands of teachers of benevolence and righteousness against millions of cruel Cao Jun? Retreat to the gorge, because we are waiting for the situation to change. Now the soldiers in Jiangdong have plenty of food and grass, and there are natural disasters in the Yangtze River, but there are still many people who want their masters to kneel down and surrender to thieves, regardless of being laughed at by the whole world. Judging from these, Liu Yuzhou is really not afraid of being a thief! " Yu Fan has nothing to say.
Another person asked, "Does Mr. Kong Ming want to follow the example of Zhang Yi and Su Qin to lobby Wu Dong?" As soon as Zhuge Liang saw that the speakers were Zishan and Bu Zhi, he said, "Bubushan only knew that Su Qin and Zhang Yi were eloquent people, but he didn't know that Su Qin and Zhang Yi were heroes at that time. Su Qin once praised the Six Kingdoms as the marquis, and Zhang Yi went to Qin twice as the prime minister. They all have the wisdom to help the country, and they are not the kind of people who are afraid of the strong and bully the weak and avoid the sword. When you heard Cao Cao's lies, you were scared to persuade your master to surrender. Why do you make fun of Su Qin and Zhang Yi? " Buzhi was silent after hearing this.
Suddenly someone stood up and asked, "What kind of person does Mr. Kong Ming think Cao Cao is?" Zhuge Liang saw that it was Xue Zong who spoke with respect and replied, "Cao Cao is a Han thief. What do you need to ask? " Chief Xue said, "You are wrong. The days from the Han Dynasty to the present are coming to an end. Now Cao Gong has two-thirds of the world, and everyone has joined. Liu Yuzhou doesn't know the little land, and he barely competes with Tso, just like throwing eggs at a stone. How can he not fail? "
Zhuge Liang hit the nail on the head and said, "Xue, you are a scholar, how can you say such a thing without a father and a gentleman!" " Between heaven and earth, loyalty and filial piety should be the foundation of life. Since you are a minister of the Han Dynasty, if you find a disloyal thief, you must swear to kill him. This is the way I should go. Cao Cao's ancestors ate the world's Han Lu, not for things, but for rebellion, which has already caused public outrage all over the world. Your mouth is full of desires for Cao, so you have no father and no gentleman! Your level is not worth talking about with us, please shut up! "Xue always flushed and couldn't answer a word.
Another man sitting in his seat stood up anxiously and asked, "Cao Cao is a descendant of Cao Can, the prime minister of the Han Dynasty, although he regarded the emperor as a vassal. Although Liu Yuzhou claimed to be the Miao nationality of Wang Jing in Zhongshan, there was no local examination. Everyone knows that he is just an errand boy who makes up seats and sells goods. How can I compete with Cao Gong? " Zhuge Liang saw that the speaker was Lu Ji.
This achievement made me visit Yuan Shu in Jiujiang at the age of six. Yuan Shu took out oranges and gave them to Lu Ji. Lu Ji was poor at home, so he secretly hid three oranges in his cuff and prepared to take them home for his mother to eat. While waiting for farewell, Lu Ji bowed down and thanked Yuan Shu, and three oranges rolled to the ground from the cuff.
Zhuge Liang smiled and said, "Are you the pregnant orange Lu Lang in Yuan Shu's seat? Please sit down for a while and listen to me: since Cao Cao is the heir of Cao Cao, he should be a Han minister from generation to generation. Now you are arbitrary and bullying your father. This is not only arrogance, but also slander your ancestors, not only traitors in the Han Dynasty, but also thieves of Cao Zhi. Liu Yuzhou is a famous emperor, awarded by the current emperor according to the score. Where is there no place to take the exam? What's more, Emperor Gaozu was born in grace, but he finally owned the world. What's shameful about weaving and selling seats? This is a child's opinion and you don't deserve to talk to us! " The results are also temporarily speechless.
A man in the seat suddenly shouted, "What Mr. Zhuge said is sophistry, not a normal theory. no need to say any more I want to ask what classics Mr. Zhuge has treated? "
Zhuge Liang saw that the speaker was called a stern man, and said, "This is the work of corrupt scholars all over the world. How can we make peace and prosperity? " The ancient saints Yi Yin, Jiang Ziya, Sean, and Chen Ping, who fished from Weihe River, all have the ability to help the universe, and they have never seen anything cured in their lives. On the contrary, those nerds only know how to count black and talk about yellow on the ink stone. What do they know about military plans? "Serious also bowed their heads and dare not answer.
Suddenly, another man said loudly, "You talk big. I don't think you have real talent and learning. Saying it may be laughed at by Confucian scholars. " Zhuge Liang is talking with Cheng Bing and Cheng Deshu. Zhuge Liang replied: "Confucianism is different from Confucianism of gentlemen and Confucianism of villains." A gentleman's Confucianism, loyal to the country, good and evil, perfect. At that time, his good reputation remained in later generations. And that little man's Confucianism specializes in carving insects, and between calligraphy and calligraphy, he writes about youth, reads classics and reads gray hair. Although there are thousands of words in the text, I have no plan in my heart. It's like in modern times, Yang Xiong is famous for his articles, but he obeys Wang Mang and finally jumps to his death. This is the Confucianism of villains. Even if Yang Xiong writes ten thousand words a day, what's the use! "Cheng Bing also answer is not correct.
Everyone was pale when they saw Zhuge Liang's answer. At this time, two people, Zhang Wen and Luo Tong, stood up to ask questions. Suddenly, a man broke in outside the door and said sharply, "Zhuge Liang is a genius of an era." You blame him with your lips, not out of courtesy. Cao Cao's army is under siege, but you have time to sit here and waste your breath without thinking about the best way to retreat from the enemy! " When you look at it, Lingling comes in. His surname is Huang Ming Gai Gongfu, and now he is a grain official in Dongwu.
Huang Gai said to Zhuge Liang, "I heard that people who talk empty words will not make a profit." It's best to keep silent. Sir, why don't you give your epigraphy to our master and argue endlessly with these people? " Zhuge Liang said: "They don't know the current events in the world, and I can't help but answer each other's questions." So Huang Gai and Lu Su led Zhuge Liang to see Sun Quan.
Go to the door, is to meet my brother Zhu Gejin, come forward to salute. Zhu Gejin asked, "Why didn't you come to see me when you came to Jiangdong?" Zhuge Liang said, "Brother, since I am assisting Liu Yuzhou, I should put public interests above private interests. I'm not finished with my official business, so I dare not handle my personal affairs. I hope my brother understands. " Zhu Gejin said, "We'll talk when my brother meets the marquis of Wu." Then he turned and left.
Lu Su said, "Don't forget what I have been telling you." Zhuge Liang nodded in agreement. When he came to the lobby, Sun Quan walked down the steps and was greeted with the highest courtesy. After the ceremony, Sun Quan asked Zhuge Liang to sit down, and all the civil servants put their hands down and stood on both sides. Lu Su stood beside Zhuge Liang and only listened to him. Zhuge Liang said the meaning of Liu Bei's alliance and stole a look at Sun Quan: Sun Quan is blue-eyed and purple-bearded, handsome and natural. Zhuge Liang thought, "This man is very charming. You can only provoke him, not persuade him. When he comes to ask, I will provoke him with words. "
After offering tea, Sun Quan said, "I have heard Lu say many times that Mr. Wang is very talented. Nice to meet you today. You should give me more advice. " Zhuge Liang said, "I am a man without talent and learning, and I am afraid I will embarrass the general." Sun Quan said, "When you were in Xinye, you helped Liu Yuzhou to fight with Cao Cao, so you must know whether Cao Jun is true or not." Zhuge Liang said, "There are few Serenade in Liu Yuzhou, and there is little food in Xinye. How can he compare with Cao Cao? " Sun Quan asked, "How many soldiers are there in Cao Cao's army?" Zhuge Liang said: "There are more than one million water troops, just like horses." Sun Quan said, "This is not a lie, is it?" Zhuge Liang said, "This is absolutely true. When Cao Cao was in Yanzhou, there were already 200,000 troops in Qingzhou, 500,000 to 600,000 after wooing Yuan Shao, 300,000 to 400,000 recruits in the Central Plains, and now 200,000 to 300,000 soldiers in Jingzhou. After careful calculation, the total will not be less than1500,000. I'm just saying that Cao Cao has millions of soldiers, for fear of scaring the people in Jiangdong. " Lu Su was frightened to disgrace after hearing this, and motioned Zhuge Liang to stop talking with his eyes, but Zhuge Liang pretended not to see it.
Sun Quan asked again, "How many generals are there in Cao Can Cao?" Zhuge Liang said: "His resourceful subordinates can be used to recruit war generals, not less than 2,000 people." Sun Quan asked, "Now that Cao Cao has pacified Jingchu, do you have any long-term plans?" Zhuge Liang said: "He is now in the village along the river and has prepared a large number of warships. He is not trying to plot Jiangdong. Where else will he attack? " Sun Quan said: "I know that Cao Cao has a plot to annex Jiangdong. Fight or not, please give me an idea. " Zhuge Liang said, "I have heartfelt words, but I'm afraid the general won't listen." Sun Quan said, "I am willing to listen to Gao Lun." Zhuge Liang said: "It turned out that when the world was in chaos, the general set out for Jiangdong and Liu Yuzhou stood in Hannan, so he could compete with Cao Cao for the world. But now Cao Cao has pacified the north, and now he has occupied Jingzhou, which has caused great vibration at sea. There is no place for contemporary heroes, so Liu Yuzhou fled here. I suggest that the general should do what he can, or rely on wuyue to compete with Cao Cao and cut off contacts with him early; If you can't compete, listen to the advice of the counselors, bundle up your troops and surrender to the north! " Before Sun Quan could answer, Zhuge Liang added, "The general has a good name, but he is hesitant. Things are so urgent that he can't make a decisive decision, and disaster is coming! "
Sun Quan asked, "Things are as Mr. Wang said, so why didn't Liu Yuzhou surrender to Cao Cao?" Zhuge Liang said, "Tian Heng is just a strong man in Qi, and he can still maintain his righteousness, integrity and shame. We, Liu Yuzhou, are royalty, outstanding in talent and admired by all. Great things are not good, this is luck. How can you feel at ease under others! " Hearing Zhuge Liang's words, Sun Quan was unconsciously angry, brushed off his clothes and retreated into the backyard, and the generals snickered and dispersed.
Lu Su blamed Zhuge Liang and said, "Why did Sir say such a thing? Fortunately, our host was generous and didn't accuse him of his cheek to his face. What Mr. Wang said just now is very contemptuous of our master. " Zhuge Liang laughed on his back and said, "How can General Sun be so intolerant? I have my own plan to break Cao Cao. If he doesn't ask me, I won't say anything. " Lu Su said, "Do you really have a good plan? I'll ask the master to come out and give me some advice now. " Zhuge Liang said, "I think Cao Cao's million-strong army is just a group of little ants!" " As soon as I raise my hand, they will immediately turn to dust! "
Hearing this, Lu Su went to the backyard to see Sun Quan. Sun Quan was still angry and said to Lu Su, "Zhuge Liang is so deceiving me!" Lu Su said, "I was so strange to Zhuge Liang just now. Zhuge Liang in turn laughed at his master's intolerance. Zhuge Liang refused to talk about Cao Cao's strategy easily. Why didn't your master ask for advice? " Sun Quan turned his anger into joy and said, "Zhuge Liang had a well-thought-out plan and deliberately angered me with words. I was confused for a moment and almost missed the big event. "
Sun Quan and Lu Su went back to the hall and asked Zhuge Liang to talk with them. Sun Quan apologized to Zhuge Liang and said, "Please don't blame me for offending your majesty just now." Zhuge Liang also apologized and said, "I am also offended by words. Please forgive me. " Sun Quan invited Zhuge Liang to the backyard to entertain him with wine.
After several rounds of drinking, Sun Quan said, "The people Cao Cao disliked the most in his life are Lu Bu, Liu Biao, Yuan Shao, Yuan Shu, Liu Yuzhou and me. Now that several males are gone, only Liu Yuzhou and I are still alive in the world. I can never be controlled by others in Wu. I've made up my mind now. It is not that Liu Yuzhou did not resist Cao Cao, but that Liu Yuzhou had just been defeated. How does he fight alone? " Zhuge Liang said: "Although we have just been defeated, Guan Yu still has more than 10,000 elite soldiers, and Liu Qi's Jiangxia soldiers are no less than 10,000. Although Cao Cao's army is numerous, it is very tiring to come from afar. Some time ago, in order to catch up with us, his qingqi ran more than 300 miles a day and night, like a spent force. Besides, most soldiers in the north are not familiar with water warfare. Jingzhou scholars joined temporarily because of Cao Cao's influence, not out of real intention. If the general can really work together with Liu Yuzhou, he will surely defeat Cao Jun, and after the defeat, he will definitely return to the north, so that Jing and Wu will become stronger and stronger, and the momentum will be formed. The timing of success or failure is today, and I hope that General Sun will consider it carefully. " Sun Quan was overjoyed and said, "Your husband's words made me suddenly enlightened. I've made up my mind that I won't doubt it any more. We'll discuss how to arise and destroy Cao Cao another day! " So he ordered Lu Su to convey the news to every civil and military official and told Zhuge Liang to go back to the inn to rest.
When Zhang Zhao learned that Sun Quan was going to start an army, he said to the advisers of the capitulators, "Your master has been taken in by Zhuge Liang!" He quickly went in to persuade Sun Quan to say, "I heard that your master is going to fight against Cao Cao. Master, where is Bibi Lombardi? At that time, Cao Cao was outnumbered, and Yuan Shao could be defeated with one drum, not to mention that he has millions of people now. Never approach the enemy easily! If you really listen to Zhuge Liang and move your armor, it will be like carrying firewood to put out the fire. " Sun Quan just bowed his head and said nothing. Gu Yong said, "After Liu Bei was defeated by Cao Cao, he wanted to use my soldiers from Jiangdong to resist Cao Cao. Your master must not be used by Liu Bei. It is best to listen to Mr. Zi Bu. " Sun Quan was noncommittal.
When Zhang Zhao and others went out, Lu Su came in and said, "Just now, Zhang Zibu and others advised the master not to transfer troops and advised him to surrender. These are all considerations for them to make small plans for themselves in order to save their wives. Never listen to a million masters. " Sun Quan is still pondering.
Lu Su said, "If your Lord hesitates, everyone will make mistakes." Sun Quan said, "Go back first and let me think." Lu Su then quit. At this time, most military commanders want to be well-documented, and most civil servants want to surrender. There was a lot of discussion and no consensus could be reached.
Let's talk about Sun Quan's restlessness and indecision after retreating into the inner hall. When Wu Guotai saw Sun Quan in this way, he asked, "My son forgot to eat and sleep. What's his motive?" Sun Quan said: "Now Cao Cao is stationed in Jianghan, and he has plans to attack the south of the Yangtze River. When asked about civil and military affairs, some said they would surrender, while others said they would go to war. I am afraid that after the war, we will be outnumbered. If I surrender to Cao Cao, I am afraid that Cao Cao will not agree, so I hesitate. " Wu Guotai said, "Have you forgotten my sister's last wish?" Sun Quan woke up from a rude awakening and remembered this sentence.
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Written on August 3, 20 18 (June 22, ancient calendar)
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