After Zhang Zou returned to Huayang, he reported the results of his conversation with Dr. Jin Bi to Lord Xinling. Lord Xinling nodded in agreement, and then all the guests sat down casually in front of the steps to prepare breakfast. Of course, breakfast meetings are also essential.
Because Zhang Yuxin returned from Daliang, there were more people sitting around than usual, two and a half circles.
Mr. Guo first said: "Sir, what you said is unsealed."
Zhang Yue said: "The defenses in Qifeng are very careful, and the waterway is prepared with two huge ships crossing the waterway. I consulted the boatmen and got it from Chu. The ships are too high to top, and bows, crossbows, gray stones, etc. can hurt people, but those below are unable to reach them." . As it gradually enters, the foul smell hits the nostrils, making it difficult to breathe. But there are many people in Qin on the bank, and they pour cold water into their bodies, saying that they can keep out the cold."
A guest said: "People in Qin were born in a very cold place, and they are cold-resistant. They work naked every day in winter and are not afraid of the wind and cold. However, there is little water in Qin, so filling the body with water is probably not the custom of Qin."
Mr. Guo did not continue, but changed the subject and said: "The land of Qin is filthy, and the people of Qin drink water to keep out the cold. This is why many people in the Qin camp will suffer from diseases."
Zhang He said: "Of course. I heard that the Qin camp is recruiting doctors from all over the country to join the camp, and they say that they are not accustomed to the local environment."
Mr. Guo said: "Looking at it this way, the people of Qin want to retreat just as much as we do in Wei. But if the people of Qin don't retreat, what can we do?"
Zhang He said: "The Prime Minister of Wei told us that the Qin people must win ten cities to make peace. At the beginning of Wei, we fought with one or two cities. Later, when we heard that Huayang was defeated, we fought with five cities."
One of the retainers said angrily: "Huayang was defeated? When was Huayang defeated?"
Zhang He said: "In the battle the day before yesterday, Qin won the 300th level of Wei's leader, so he won the battle and sent troops to Huayang City. Wei's envoys did not notice, but they increased their numbers."
The doorman scolded: "Shameless talk!"
Mr. Guo said: "If Huayang is defeated again, Wei Ning and Bacheng? This peace negotiation can be successful!"
Zhang He said: "Xiang Wei said that if Huayang can hold out for a month, then Wei Shao will dedicate one or two cities, which will be as effective as attacking the city and raising the ground."
A retainer asked angrily: "The Qin people are invincible and the Wei people are undefeated. How can Wei offer its city to Qin to make peace? Qin Ning offers its city to Wei Ye?"
Mr. Zhongyue, who had never spoken much, said: "If Qin has to behead Wei, how can Wei behead Qin? Qin has to enter the heart of Wei, and Wei has to enter Qinhan Valley? That's why Wei offers the city of Qin."
Lord Xinling said: "In the battle of Huayang, it was a lonely man with few virtues and few talents, so as to bring shame on the teacher! The ancestral temple was humiliated, the country was in trouble, and I deeply hated it. Now in Huayang, even though we have a hundred thousand people, we still have to defend it." The battle is difficult, and it is difficult to win. I went to Daliang to offer the city to make peace with Qin. I am ashamed of being alone. May you help me, sir, to strengthen my army and avenge this hatred!"
A retainer said: "In the battle of Huayang, you were waiting for your soldiers, wearing armor and braving the wind and exposure, but you couldn't win. What are you waiting for?"
Lord Xinling said: "When we sit down to talk about the Tao, and when we stand up to do it, who does it have to do with me? The superiors cannot discuss the affairs of the world, and the subordinates cannot meet the enemy and fall into a large formation. Even if you want to defeat the enemy, you are still confused! I hope sir, don't He regards Wuji as a fool and often teaches him the art of military strategy and battles."
All the guests responded: "Here's to you!"
Zhang He asked Mr. Guo again: "How does Mr. Guo get?"
Mr. Guo said: "There are many houses in Qifeng, which are not comparable to Huayang. Business travelers come and go, and they gather or disperse. Qin people are mostly scattered in residential buildings, unlike Huayang, where they all sleep in the wild. Qin people live in private houses, with food and clothing." Yan, the soldiers and the people are at peace with each other, the farmers do not leave their fields, the merchants do not leave their houses, and the peace and security are as usual. "
Zhang Ye said: "If you suddenly encounter a battle, what can you do?"
Mr. Guo said: "Order the troops at the right time and beat the drums to gather the people, just like in the camp, when the army is young, all the troops are gathered. The place in the city is used as a place to gather the troops, and the generals will lead them. Following the flag, the whole army will be gathered. Started, no unevenness."
Lord Xinling sighed and said, "Qin has won so many of us, how can we fight in the formation?"
Mr. Guo said: "This is the right time. Don't worry, sir."
Lord Xinling said: "I fight for victory over thousands of miles, but the people don't work hard, the soldiers don't get tired, and the guests are the main ones. What's the use of it to me!"
Zhang Ye continued: "When I returned to Daliang, all the noble people I met said that Huayang would rely on its troops to win without defeat. The situation cannot be sustained for a month. Sir, do you think it is possible?"
A retainer said: "The first thing is grain."
A retainer said: "The bows and arrows must be repaired."
One of the doormen said: "It's not cold, it's not raining or snowing."
One of the doormen said: "It's January, and I'm afraid it will miss the farming season."
A retainer said: "If Qin does not attack, even if there is a reason, it may last for a month. If Qin's entire army faces each other, Liang and Zheng will have no help. What can they do?"
The last question silenced everyone. Even if you say a thousand things, you can't defeat the Qin people on the battlefield, and all the strategies are in vain! The Qin army is really helpless, and there is still a way to go if the whole army is pressed against you and fights you. Can the Wei army fight the Qin army? This is the end of five thousand soldiers!
Finally, a retainer said: "If Qin and Wei are fighting for five or ten cities, Qin will not have the intention to fight to the death. If Wei does not attract them, Qin will not fight."
Although this man's words brought some comfort to everyone, they were extremely sad. ——I can only shrink my head, it’s been a month since I died!
After the millet is cooked and porridge is made, everyone still has a portion of salted plums, but everyone eats it tastelessly and has their own thoughts.
Zhang He took the time to quietly say to Lord Xinling: "Huayang's army has dispersed. Your Majesty has planned it."
Lord Xinling nodded and said: "If you want to benefit the country, there is no need to worry about having an empty room!"
At noon, Zhang Zou left the city and entered Lu's Car Shop. Uncle Tang was already waiting in the yard. Seeing Zhang Ye come in, he didn't say anything, just pulled him out, turned left and right out of the market, and came to a tree by the side of the field.
Zhang He asked doubtfully: "Brother Zeng, would you rather live in a car dealership?"
Uncle Tang smiled and said: "The cunning rabbit has three burrows. The two countries are at war. Mr. Chen is afraid of Mr. Chen. Mr. Chen would rather not be afraid of Mr. Chen!"
Zhang He said: "Your Majesty and I always respect Chen Gong and Brother Zeng, so how can we discuss them in terms of fighting?"
As if emerging from the ground, Zeng Ji suddenly appeared next to the two of them. He was still wearing a jacket and did not salute. He sat down quietly, which shocked Zhang Noi. He wanted to stand up to salute, but was stopped by him. Zeng Ji grabbed him and called out "Brother Zeng".
Uncle Tang said: "The three of us have one crotch, one brown, and one dress. They are very different."
Zeng Jidao: "Although the sky is gloomy, at noon, the wind is light and the air is warm, and I am naked and can feel the lice." As he said this, he took off his jacket, hid it under the tree, took off the rest of his clothes, and was shirtless.
Uncle Tang said, "Brother Zeng is so elegant that I can't match him." He also took off all his clothes and stuffed them under his crotch. Seeing that both of them had taken off their clothes, Zhang Nou couldn't find a better way, so he had to take off his shirt too. The three of them looked at each other and smiled.
It would be inappropriate to take off your shirt and then sit under the shade of a tree. The three of them moved to an open space on the side of the road and sat across from each other. Although there is no sun in the sky, it warms the air, and strong winds blow occasionally, blowing up bursts of dust.
Zeng Jidao: "Brother Zhang and I are discussing noble matters, so don't talk to me if you are short and brown!"
Uncle Tang said, "You two are just discussing this. I can close my eyes and listen." After saying this, he closed his eyes and blocked his ears. It made the two of them laugh.
Zeng Jidao: "Does Brother Zhang know about Bashi Car Shop?"
Zhang He said: "I know it, it's outside the south gate of Huayang."
Zeng Jidao: "Is it okay to meet with you there?"
Uncle Tang said: "Why don't you go to Lu's car dealership?"
Zeng Ji said: "Close your eyes and stop listening!" Uncle Tang closed his eyes again and blocked his ears.
Zhang Ye carefully recalled the location and surrounding conditions of the Bashi Car Shop, and could not think of any place where there might be a trap; on the contrary, this place was within the defense zone of Wuzu Right Camp, and although it had not been requisitioned, there was no business there either. , empty; the key is that it is very convenient to mobilize troops from the right camp or the middle camp.
Zhang He said: "Ba's chariot is acting as a garrison for the right camp. Where can Mr. Chen enter?"
Zeng Jidao: "Recently, someone from Zheng has been transporting grain to Huayang. When the grain reaches Huayang, Mr. Chen will definitely come. I hope that the young master will go to Ba's carriage house first to treat me. When the grain truck returns, Mr. Chen will return."
Zhang He said: "If a car arrives the next day, Mr. Chen will definitely come!"
Zeng Jidao: "Yes."
Zhang Ye asked: "Why?"
Zeng Jidao: "Chen Gong and his brother followed the carriage to the city. My brother welcomed the manager into the carriage house, and Chen Gong entered immediately."
Zhang Ye said: "How many people are accompanying us?"
Zeng Jidao: "But Mr. Chen and his younger brother are not enough for him."
Zhang He said: "My brother and Chen Gong have not trusted me, so why should Chen Gong trust my brother like this?"
Zeng Jidao: "My brother, Brother Zhang, and the young master are bleeding together, and we swear to each other whether we live or die. Even if Mr. Chen doesn't believe in his brother, he should still believe in his younger brother."
Uncle Tang said: "My three sons swear to be of the same mind, share wealth and honor, and live and die together. Now brother Zeng protects Mr. Chen, and brother Zhang protects the son. They are both noble people, and they have more than their lives. May the two brothers swear by their lives to keep their master safe!" "
Zhang He and Zeng Ji looked at each other and said, "That's what Uncle Tang said."
Zhang Zhe, who was older, bit his finger first, dripped blood on the ground, and flicked the blood in the air. He said: "Zhang Zhe, I would like to keep Mr. Chen safe. If Mr. Chen is even injured, I should take Zhe's life!"
Zeng Ji also bit his finger, blood dripped on the ground, and bounced blood in the air. He said: "A certain Zeng Ji, I would like to keep Lord Xinling, the Young Master of Wei, safe and sound. If Lord Xinling is even injured, I will take Zeng Ji's life!"
Uncle Tang said: "Now that these words have been spoken, everyone in the world knows it. Anyone who violates it will be punished by both humans and gods!"
The two of them said in unison: "Now that these words have been spoken, everyone in the world will know about it. Anyone who violates this will be punished by both humans and gods!"
Tang Shu said: "My younger brother is involved in the affairs of the two elder brothers. Although they are important matters for the family and the country, I hope it will not violate the righteousness of the grass. "
The two said: "We swear to live and die together!"
Uncle Tang said: "Second brother, if you are like this, I will feel at ease. May all my wishes come true and serve the Lord well!"
Zhang Ye asked: "Is Ba's family also Qin?"
Zeng Jidao: "It's not just Ba's family, anyone doing business will do it with Yan." Seeing that Zeng Ji didn't want to tell the truth, Zhang Noi had no choice but to give up. After talking about some more details, the weather got cooler, the three of them put on their clothes and left.
Zhang Zhe entered Huayang City, first found Mr. Zhong Yue, and told Chen Zhen in detail about his appointment with Lord Xinling to meet at the Bashi Car Shop tomorrow. Mr. Zhongyue said: "Since we have made an appointment, my brother and I will go up to meet you. You can ask the right camp to send more soldiers, in the name of guarding the grain team, to gather in front of the carriage. If there is any change in the encounter, we can respond." "
Zhang He said: "Brother Zeng and I swear an oath to heaven and earth, Uncle Tang is in the middle, and we each risk our lives to protect the safety of the other master. It can be seen that Mr. Chen and brother Zeng came here in sincerity and have no different ambitions. If they are too prepared, they may be Laughing."
Mr. Zhongyue said: "In this case, we still use the original number, but we can only send out the best."
Zhang Ye said: "If you don't say it clearly, you may not get what you want; if you say it clearly, you may leak it. This is a dilemma. I would like to take the camera and help him secretly."
