The last three kingdoms

Chapter 338
Seeing Ma Jing's indifferent expression, He Pan beside Liu Yin couldn't help saying indignantly: "The old man is also the successor of the great man Fubo General Ma Yuan. He has been a minister for generations and has received the emperor's favor many times. It is no wonder that the Ma family is as prosperous as it is today." Grace from the Han Dynasty. Today, usurpers are rampant, and the Han Dynasty is in danger. The Ma family should help the poor and help the poor, and join in the righteous deeds. Back then, when Duke Meng Qi was angry with the crown, he was at odds with the Cao thief. By the Weishui River, Cao Cao cut off his beard and discarded his robe , This is also a member of the Ma family, what a heroic spirit! Mr. Ma is willing to regard Wei Ni as the master, wants to stay out of the matter, does not think about the hatred of the family and the country, and does not know what kind of face he has when he goes to see General Fubo."

Mr. Ma was stupefied, Liu Yin glanced back and reprimanded softly: "Huixing, don't be rude to Mr. Ma."

He Pan bowed his head and said, "No."

Mr. Ma's expression was darkened, and he said, "Who is this?"

Liu Yin said: "This is Yin's subordinate joining the army. He Pan of Shu County is also outspoken. He offends the old man. I hope Haihan."

Old Man Ma smiled wryly, and said: "He Canjun's name is Jizhu, the old man is really ashamed of it. After being a Han official, he can't be an official. He is ashamed and ashamed. But General Liu must also understand the old man's difficulties. The Ma family in Longyou has thousands of people, and as their patriarch, I have to think about their livelihood."

Liu Yin is very clear about the meaning of Ma Jing's words. Now that the Shu Han has recovered Longyou, but Ma Jing has repeatedly claimed to consider the Ma family's livelihood, which means that Ma Jing does not think that the Shu army can gain a foothold in Longyou , even if Longyou is captured now, it will be temporary. I am afraid that it will not be able to withstand the counterattack of the Wei army. After being reduced to a rebellious minister, it is difficult to gain a foothold in Longyou.

"So, Mr. Ma thinks we can't gain a foothold in Longyou?"

Master Ma coughed lightly, and said: "Forgive me for being blunt, when Zhuge Wuhou was alive, he counted Qishan, but he was not able to take Longyou with all his merits. Because of the strength of the Wei State, the current Zhenbei General Taking advantage of the emptiness in Longyou of Wei State, it was won in one battle, which can be said to be bloodless. But Wei State occupies most of the world, and Longyou is just a corner. Although there is no war this winter, next spring, Wei State will be Sending a large army to counterattack, can the [-] soldiers and horses in the hands of the general who suppresses the north be equal to the [-] soldiers of the Wei State?"

Liu Yin smiled slightly. It seems that this old man Ma, who claims to be ignorant of world affairs, has been lying from the very beginning. What he doesn't care about world affairs is that he knows the general situation of the world like the palm of his hand. It is very clear that this old man, this abacus and beads, are smarter than anyone else.

"It seems that Mr. Ma thinks that I have no chance of winning?"

Mr. Ma had a smile on his face, noncommittal.

Liu Yin chuckled, and said: "If I can repel Wei's invading soldiers and gain a firm foothold in Longyou, what will Mr. Ma do?"

Mr. Ma was slightly taken aback, shook his head lightly, and said, "I really don't see how your army has any chance of winning."

Liu Yin said indifferently: "I'm just talking about if, if the facts are as they said, I don't know what Mr. Ma will do?"

Old Master Ma caressed his beard and said leisurely: "If it is true what General Zhenbei said, the old man will lead the Ma family—no, all the Longyou scholars will support the General with all their strength, and they will pay for money, food for food, and people for people. "

"Okay, how about we make a deal?"

Mr. Ma was stunned, looking at the confident and calm Liu Yin, he said in doubt: "General Liu, but the prerequisite is to defeat the army of Wei State, and we need to be based in Longyou?"

Liu Yin laughed loudly and said: "Of course, if I, Liu Yin, have no skills, I can only pat my ass and leave. I still have the face to bother Mr. Ma. But Mr. Ma must remember what I said today, and I will defeat him next time." When Wei's army is based in Longyou, the old gentleman should not break his promise."

Mr. Ma said sternly: "Ma has lived at such an old age, so he naturally understands the word "faithful". Please rest assured, the general, I will keep my word and wait for the good news of the general here." Mr. Ma is not confused, if Liu Yin is really Being able to gain a foothold in Longyou, it's too late for him to fawn on him, so how can he break his promise.The reason why he doesn't dare to make friends with Liu Yin now is that he really has no confidence in Liu Yin. If he gets involved with Liu Yin and Liu Yin is defeated by the Wei army, wouldn't the Ma family lose their wife and lose their army?Liu Yin is a foreigner, but he can't beat him and leave, but the Ma family is different, the foundation of the Ma family is here, and he can't leave even if he wants to.

Mr. Ma and the scholars from Longyou had discussed before, and the most worrying thing was whether Liu Yin would use coercive means to force them to submit. After all, the people do not fight with the officials. It is powerful, but after all, it is not as brave and good at fighting as a regular army. The result of fighting is likely to be a loss for both sides.

However, Liu Yin had already promised on the spot that he would not demand anything from the Longyou Shi family until Wei Guo's counterattack was defeated. This was obviously a happy result for everyone, and Mr. Ma also breathed a sigh of relief.

Liu Yin said: "I have another unfeeling request, I hope Mr. Ma can agree."

"Oh? Please tell me what's going on." Mr. Ma was a little nervous again.

Liu Yin smiled lightly and said, "I think this is insignificant to the Ma family. I just hope that the Ma family and the great gentry families in Longyou can remain neutral and not help each other when the Han and Wei dynasties are fighting."

"Of course, of course." Mr. Ma smiled with his eyes narrowed. For him, Liu Yin's request was right in his arms, so there was no reason for him not to agree.

Liu Yin got up to say goodbye, and Mr. Ma saw him off in person.

After leaving Majiawu Fort, Chen Shou, who had been silent for a long time, looked back and said, "This old fox really doesn't see a rabbit or a hawk."

Liu Yin smiled slightly and said: "It's normal. Whoever is in such a position will make the same choice. Anyway, the purpose of today's trip has been achieved. Even if the power of the Longyou scholar family is temporarily It cannot be used by us, but it is also not used by Cao Wei, so it is the best choice."

During today's trip to the Ma Mansion, Liu Yin did not hold much hope. It is already quite ideal to achieve such a result. The Ma family and the entire Longyou scholar family can stand on a neutral position. It is commendable, as long as they fight the Longyou defense battle well and demonstrate their ability and strength, I believe that the Ma family and the Longyou scholar family will flock to them, and I am not afraid that they will not come to join.

(End of this chapter)