Agents of the Three Kingdoms

Sun Ce asked Dong Zhuo's daughter to marry him, but Dong Zhuo just threw a daughter to Jiangdong.These days, a married daughter is the water that is thrown out, and has no effect on Dong Zhuo.For Sun Ce, it helped a lot.

Once Dong Zhuo appoints Sun Ce as the prefect of Wujun by the order of the emperor, it is a certainty that Sun Ce will be the prefect.In addition, Dong Zhuo's marriage of his daughter to Sun Ce is a direct help to Sun Ce, and can deter those who are about to move in Jiangdong.

In just a short moment, Li Ru figured out the key point.

However, what benefits does the cooperation between the two parties have for Dong Zhuo?

Is it worth paying for a young Sun Ce?Li Ru didn't make a decision in his mind. After thinking for a while, he looked at Zhu Zhi and said calmly: "I will personally report to Xiangguo about asking for Xiangguo's daughter. At the same time, regarding the post of prefect of Wujun, this matter I will also report it. As for when Xiangguo will give a reply, it cannot be determined for the time being, we must wait for Xiangguo to think carefully before giving a reply."

Zhu Zhi smiled and said: "Thank you, sir, I will return to my residence and wait for the news."

Li Ru nodded and stopped talking.

Zhu Zhi took his leave and left consciously. After leaving the mansion, he stood outside the mansion and looked at Lang Zhongling's mansion where Li Ru lived, with a look of disappointment in his eyes.

Li Ru is Dong Zhuo's right-hand man, so there is no need to inquire about it. Zhu Zhi also knows Li Ru's situation.

However, the answer Li Ru gave was ambiguous, which made Zhu Zhi unable to trust Li Ru.

To achieve the purpose of this trip, the rest must be visited.Zhu Zhi returned to his residence, and in the evening, his entourage came back to report the news and informed the important people around Dong Zhuo.Wang Lei, Wang Yun, Lu Bu and others were impressively listed, and Zhu Zhi carefully selected the candidates.In the end, Zhu Zhi put Wang Lei first.

When Hulaoguan was attacking Dong Zhuo, Wang Lei and Sun Jian were together, and the two sides were considered friends. With this relationship, Zhu Zhi could also have a reason to visit him.

Early the next morning, Zhu Zhi left the residence in a carriage and headed for the mansion where Wang Lei lived.

When he came outside the mansion, Zhu Zhi asked someone to hand him the famous badge.

Soon, an attendant quickly opened the door and took Zhu Zhi to the palace.Led by his attendants, Zhu Zhi came to the entrance of the hall.Looking up, there is Wang Lei directly above.Seeing Wang Lei, Zhu Zhi hurriedly walked a few steps, came to the hall, clasped his fists and said, "Zhu Zhi, Zhu Junli, pay homage to Mr. Wang."

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Wang Lei waved his hand and took a look at Zhu Zhi.

Zhu Zhi was in his early thirties, with thin cheeks, splayed eyebrows, and piercing eyes, giving people a sense of determination and fortitude.

Historically, Zhu Zhi was the first to follow Sun Jian.

He was even a rare high-ranking official under Sun Quan's command who died well.Under Sun Quan's command, Zhou Yu, Lu Su, and Lu Meng died early, and the later governor Lu Xun also died of grief and anger. Zhang Zhao, the head of civil servants, was also miserable in his later years, but Zhu Zhi was different.

Zhu Zhi followed Sun Jian first, and assisted Sun Ce after Sun Jian died.

After Sun Ce died of illness, Zhu Zhi assisted Sun Quan and tried his best to stabilize the situation in Jiangdong.Sun Quan was promoted to the throne of Wu Wang, worshiped Zhu Zhi as the general of Anguo, with a gold seal and purple ribbon, and moved to Pilinghou.Every time Zhu Zhi visited Sun Quan, Sun Quan would meet him in person, and gave Zhu Zhi generous rewards, and was honored and favored.

Wang Lei asked: "After Brother Wentai passed away, Sun Ce brought people back to Jiangdong. How is the family doing now?"

Zhu Zhi smiled slightly, and replied: "My lord, everything is fine. After my lord returned, I have moved all my family members to Qu'e County, to my uncle Wu Jing, and now I live in Qu'e County."

Wang Lei nodded, and said: "Jun Li assists Sun Ce, and should be by Sun Ce's side, but this time he came to Chang'an, I'm afraid there is something wrong?"

Zhu Zhi sighed lightly, looking helpless.

Wang Lei asked, "What happened?"

Zhu Zhi said with a dignified expression, "Everything is fine at home, but my lord's situation is not very good. This time I came to Chang'an for two things. One is to ask for the position of prefect of Wujun. My lord lives in Qu'a , sending people under the fence, the morale of the army began to collapse. If things go on like this, there will be chaos, and when the time comes, the Sun family's foundation will definitely be destroyed."

"As long as you get the position of prefect of Wu County, my lord can lead troops to conquer, take charge of Wu County, and prosper the Sun family's foundation. In this way, the former master can rest in peace even under the nine springs."

Zhu Zhi paused for a while, and then said: "Secondly, the lord intends to seek Dong Zhuo's daughter and get Dong Zhuo's support. The lord is in a difficult situation, and if he wants to make a comeback, he can only make a bad move."

Different from what he said when facing Li Ru before, Zhu Zhi did not exaggerate, and truthfully told the situation of Sun Ce.

When Zhu Zhi and Li Ru were talking, Li Ru was Dong Zhuo's man, and Li Ru had to see Sun Ce's strength, so that Li Ru could think that he could win Sun Ce, and it was worth the effort to win Sun Ce.However, Wang Lei is different. If he wants to get Wang Lei's support, he has to pretend to be pitiful and tell the truth, which is enough.

After Wang Lei finished listening, he took the initiative to say: "If you want to see Dong Zhuo, I can introduce you. But, are you sure that these conditions alone can convince Dong Zhuo? Especially there is a problem with me recommending Dong Zhuo for you. Li Ru under Dong Zhuo's account and I If I don’t agree with you, I’ve always wanted to put me to death, once I introduce Dong Zhuo for you, I’m afraid Li Ru will object to your suggestion.”

Zhu Zhi frowned, he didn't expect this key point.

Li Ru objected, and things would definitely be difficult.

Zhu Zhi no longer concealed it, and said: "Before I came to visit your lord, Li Ru sent someone to invite me to the mansion and asked me why I came to Chang'an. I talked about the marriage and the post of prefect, but I didn't tell the truth. He lied that the lord had tens of thousands of soldiers, and intentionally frightened Li Ru. At that time, Li Ru responded that he would report to Dong Zhuo first, and then make a decision."

Wang Lei said: "You did the right thing. Dong Zhuo will win over Sun Ce if he has the strength. It's just that Li Ru summoned you, so I can't be sure what Li Ru means."

Zhu Zhi had a bitter face, hoping to get Wang Lei's help.

Wang Lei thought for a while, and then continued: "Li Ru's attitude is uncertain, so it is difficult for me to introduce you. If Li Ru disagrees with the marriage, I will help you, it will have no effect, anyway, Li Ru will block it; if Li Ru Ru agrees, for you, that is the best result, because Li Ru is the counselor who influenced Dong Zhuo's decision."

After a pause, Wang Lei said sincerely: "My opinion is to wait and see for the time being, and make plans after Li Ru expresses his position. And, when you leave, try to pretend that I don't help you, so as not to be self-defeating."

Zhu Zhi was grateful in his heart, and said, "Thank you, Mr. Wang!"

Wang Lei said: "No, I can help, so naturally."

Zhu Zhi took his leave and left. After returning to his residence, he did not visit the rest of the officials.He also agreed with Wang Lei's suggestion, and waited for Li Ru's decision before finalizing the next plan.