Lu's relatives

Chapter 370
People say that peace is made by fighting!This statement is not false at all!

The price Qin Xu offered was the imperial court's appointment of Sun Ce as prefect of Yuzhang, a rebellious general!

The price tag is actually not bad.Although Yuzhang County is far away from the Central Plains and is located in the central south, its area is indeed about the same size as Qingzhou.Moreover, it is rich in grain and grain, which is ripe twice a year. It is a fertile land with great development potential.

Although Sun Ce focused on force, after all, as the leader of an army, he could hear Qin Xu's "sincerity".

Don't look at the fact that Sun Ce now has the three counties of Wujun, Kuaiji, and Yuzhang in Yangzhou on the surface, but what he can actually control, except for Wujun, Kuaiji is near the sea, and most of the southwest is raging with mountains and violins. In fact, it can bring Sun Ce's army power There are not many benefits, let alone Yuzhang County, which borders Yuan Shujun who occupied Danyang County across the mountain to the north, but Yuan Shu controlled Fuguan, and actually controlled a large area in the north of Yuzhang County to store grain. , almost separating Wu County from Yuzhang County. Although Sun Cejun's combat power is strong, the main strategic area is placed in Wu County. For the part of Yuzhang County that is looking forward to the fall, the control power can basically be regarded as possible. none.If Yuan Shu's army hadn't undergone drastic changes, Sun Ce's hand would not be able to reach Yuzhang County, at least within a few years, based on his possession of Danyang.

But it will be different with the help of Lu Bujun represented by Qin Xu.Although accepting Qin Xu's decree, the underlying meaning is to accept Lu Bujun's protection indirectly, but in fact, it is equivalent to finding a reliable backer for himself.What's more, when Yuan Shu proclaimed himself emperor and Sun Ce took advantage of the situation to leave, he had intended to seek shelter from Lv Bu's army. Put this matter behind you.This moment is just a rehash of the past.

Moreover, the so-called begging for refuge is not self-declination, it is just an unequal alliance between strong and weak forces in disguise, just like when Cao Cao begged Yuan Shao for help, and he did not see Cao Cao softening his heart when dealing with Yuan Shao Pass.

The only thing that made Sun Ce feel a little uncomfortable was Liu Yao's return. Although Qin Xu's intention of making such an arrangement, and from Liu Yao's violent reaction, it can be seen that in such a big Yangzhou, Lu Bujun does not allow a voice of unity Yes, but other people deliberately, even Yuan Shu and Sun Ce also recognized it, but Liu Yao had just been driven out of Yangzhou by Sun Ce, and then returned to his original residence. The reason why Sun Ce chose to remain silent when he made a statement beyond his authority.

But after hearing Qin Xu's last pointed words, Sun Ce suddenly understood Qin Xu's "true" intentions.Although it is true that Yuzhang County was occupied by Yuan Shu, another purpose of Qin Xu's army coming here this time is not to chat with the Zhong family emperor.With the help of Qin Xu's army, and with the two families joining forces, it is probably only a matter of time before Yuan Shu, who has a "vengeance" with Sun Ce for seizing the Jade Seal of the Kingdom, will be defeated.Then Yuzhang County is in the hands of Sun Ce, and it is no longer empty talk.

In addition, Yuzhang County is located on the southwest border of Yangzhou, and it also borders the four southern counties of Jingzhou.But now Sun Ce has accepted the general who is worshiped by the imperial court. The name of general is not just a simple title of general.Although the rank is not high, only the official rank below the fifth rank, but he is the only one among the famous generals below the fifth rank who can command troops by order, and the only one who can have the power to crusade against non-officials.Right now, the world is in turmoil and thieves are rampant. Just as Qin Xu said, the alien races around are also ready to move.Although Qin Xu took the north as an example, it cannot be ruled out that Qin Xu is alluding to the plague of the Yue people raging in the southwestern counties.Looking deeper, Yangzhou has Shanyue, so will the southern four counties of Jingzhou be safe?The enmity between Lao Sun's family and Liu Biao is not a secret. Changsha County, Wuling County, and Yiling County are the most infested places by Yue people. At that time, in the name of cross-border pursuit and suppression of Shanyue, I am afraid that they will not be able to justifiably attack across the border. what?At that time, the so-called righteousness and righteousness will still be on the side of whoever is hardened by the fist?In Sun Ce's view, this may be a "gift" from Qingzhou.

From this point of view, exchanging Yangzhou for Jingxiang may also take on the "task" of helping Lu Bu's army contain Liu Yao. Generally speaking, it is still a good deal.

Sun Ce's army has withdrawn!It came inexplicably, and went in a muddle. A good "trick" finally turned into this appearance, and I don't know the respective sorrows and joys in it.But what is certain is that Zhang Ying's beating was in vain.

"Bo Fu, how did you come back so quickly?" Zhou Yu was not in a hurry to prepare the celebration wine in advance according to Sun Ce's instructions, and asked in surprise when Sun Ce and Pan Zhang, who was still displeased, appeared in front of him.

"Gong Jin, I regret that I didn't listen to what you said. Qin Zhongming saw through this plan, and planned to set up an ambush, using 2 people to capture this thousand elite soldiers!" Sun Ce was in a complicated mood, and said no. Knowing whether it is joy or disappointment, as if stating something about others, he told Zhou Yu the whole story, which made this step-by-step Mei Zhoulang fall into deep thought.

"General Zhou, you don't know how arrogant that Qin thief is. He wants to use the lord as a spear!" Sun Ce originally hated Pan Zhang because of this battle, but because of the face that Zhou Yu recommended at the beginning, he sent him to Pan Zhang. Pan Zhang brought it here, and was going to find a way to send Pan Zhang to Zhou Yu's side, so as not to hurt the feelings of the two brothers because of such a fool who didn't know how to advance or retreat, but unexpectedly, Pan Zhang didn't notice Sun Ce's disgust. On the contrary, it was because Sun Ce asked him to follow by name. Pan Zhang mistakenly thought that Sun Ce had finally "agreed" with his views on Qin Xu. After seeing Zhou Yu, he complained loudly in front of Sun Ce: "It's like What the lord said just now, Qin Xu's theory of being surrounded by big men, according to someone, is pure nonsense. With that little thought, even someone can see it clearly. But I just want to use the alien race as an excuse, and I want to let the lord They just surrendered without a fight. They even deliberately used Yuzhang County, which the local aristocratic family had already declared to take refuge in the lord, as bait to lure the lord. A certain Yuzhang County has been there, and it is said that it is a barren place where birds do not shit. It is a flattery. Is it a place for people to stay? Apart from producing more food, there is really no merit. Besides, Yuan Shu occupies one of them. Besides, among the mountains at the junction of Yuzhang County and Jiaozhou, there are really I exist because of the Shanyue bandits who caused disasters in the two states. I, Jiangdong Dahaoerlang, don’t serve my lord’s great cause. Why do I have to sacrifice my life for those mud-legged people? Isn’t it just to take the opportunity to weaken the lord’s strength? And that Thief Qin actually ordered the lord to give Liu Yao a place within ten days, he really doesn't take the lord seriously, and..."

"That's enough!" Pan Zhang said more and more smoothly, what should be said and what should not be said, and all his brains were drawn out, but Sun Ce really couldn't listen anymore.Sun Ce and Zhou Yu were sworn brothers, so naturally they had nothing to say, but could it be that Sun Ce didn't understand these words, and wouldn't he say them to Zhou Yu?Did an outsider like Pan Zhang have to join in?Originally, although Sun Ce was "forced" to agree to Qin Xu's conditions under "special" circumstances, after returning to Qu'a, he came to look for Zhou Yu before he even had time to take off his shirt. Let’s see if there is anything we can do to save face, but Pan Zhang interfered with it, and Sun Ce immediately remembered that because of Pan Zhang’s interference, he made himself appear in front of tens of thousands of people. Almost bearing the reputation of not being strict with his subordinates, he suddenly felt that his innocence was rising, and Pan Zhang really became more and more unpleasant the more he looked at him.

"Wen Si is presumptuous! Don't back down!" Zhou Yu is such a shrewd person. Ever since Sun Ce and Sun Ce came to find him, Zhou Yu could tell at the first sight that Sun Ce seemed to be dissatisfied with the heroic general whom he recommended beside him.At the beginning, Zhou Yu only attributed the matter to Sun Ce's words that he wanted to compete with Lu Bu in martial arts, saying that there was no first place in writing, and no second place in martial arts. Once again, he told Zhou Yu about Sun Ce's embarrassing things like offering treasures without looking at him, and he couldn't stop him even if he wanted to.Seeing the coldness and murderous look in Sun Ce's eyes, Zhou Yu smiled wryly and was speechless, so he could only dismiss Pan Zhang first and ask his brother-in-law what he was thinking.

"Zhu Ziduan is disgusting! Gong Jin, when you recommend talents in the future, you must pay attention to their character and conduct!" Sun Ce was still unresolved, panting heavily. It seemed that what Pan Zhang said just now was repeated. Sun Ce was very angry.

"Bo Fu is a person who wants to achieve great things, and he should be tolerant to those who are capable!" Zhou Yu knew that his righteous brother was a donkey, and he probably wouldn't listen to anyone who came to the fire, so he had to Said a word for Pan Zhang without any pain, and before Sun Ce could refute, he related to what Sun Ce said, and said, "It's all Yu's fault this time, isn't it? But since the matter has come to this point, there is actually no harm to you, Bo Fu. Besides, Bo Fu is angry because he is afraid that the matter with Liu Yao will be spread and hurt his family's face, right?"

"Hmm..." Although Sun Ce was embarrassed to admit it, he still nodded slightly in front of Zhou Yu.

"Bo Fu's thinking is wrong! Although the world is in chaos now, and there are many people with ulterior motives in the states and counties, the number of people defending the land is not constant, but the emperor is still there, and the big man is still a big man! Bofu listens to the emperor's will, and has Why feel aggrieved, after all, maybe you can get the name of a loyal minister to wash away the misunderstanding caused by the old general of Wentai before, why not do it?" Zhou Yu gently persuaded his own Brother Jieyi said: "Besides, although Bofu is in a dangerous place this time, his handling is really remarkable. It doesn't matter whether Qin Zhongming's statement about the big man surrounded by men is true or not, but at present our army is vainly planning to fully develop with Lu Bu's army. It's really a whimsical theory. Lu Bu's army fought for two years and exhausted all means, and now they have conquered Qingzhou and Xuzhou, and their troops are in full swing. And our army's Lai Bofu's strength, although it seems to have won the three counties of Yangzhou on the surface, is actually able to There is nothing to rely on as a barrier. Now that he has the order of the emperor, Bofu can justifiably occupy a place to develop, use the advantage of Yuzhang to produce food, accumulate strength, and use Lu Bu's prestige to plan great things. It's not impossible!"

"Oh, maybe Gong Jin has some clever plan?" Although Sun Ce has his own strength, he trusts Zhou Yu's brain the most. Many times, there are two people who are clearly one, but they feel like they are separated by heaven.Hearing that what Zhou Yu said seemed to have something to say, he asked.

"Now we know whose hands the Chuanguo Yuxi has fallen into!" Zhou Yu didn't answer Sun Ce's question directly, but murmured to himself with a wry smile on his face.

(End of this chapter)