After finally surviving the first night outside the city, the four of them felt that continuing like this was not an option. They discussed setting up a fire in front of the tent. Xiaosi asked, should we dig a hole in the camp to avoid the wind and keep warm? Zheng Anping said: "There are no farm tools, so why is it a cave? If the Qin people retreat in three to five days, it will be a waste of labor." However, digging a fire pit is still necessary, and it does not take much labor. During the discussion, a military envoy came to report, and the general ordered all battalion commanders to go to the city quickly to discuss matters. The camp secretary told the township chief a few words and led Zheng Anping and the other four to the city.
After walking for ten miles, several people felt warm and their movements were no longer stiff.
The general's tent was located in the Lieutenant's Mansion. The four soldiers were not allowed to enter the lobby and were arranged into a side room. Inside were all military envoys from each battalion, but they were all relatively shrewd and capable young men. Only the township where Donghongli was located was used as a military envoy.
The military envoys gathered in a room. Without the officers, the rule of not whispering to each other was naturally abolished; and they were all civilian soldiers, so they spoke without scruples, whether they were familiar with each other, whether they knew each other, or whether they knew each other. You need to chat a few words, ask questions, make jokes, exchange anecdotes, and so on. The wing room became a market for a while.
Zheng Anping and the others were dressed as military soldiers, and their armor was different from others, so they naturally attracted the most attention. The four of them were originally from the market, and there was no barrier between them and everyone. Although they were outsiders and almost unknown to everyone, they quickly became the center of everyone's conversations. Many people came over to touch the armor and halberds. They were also quite interested when they saw Zheng Anping's spear and asked why it had less side blades than others. Zheng Anping explained patiently that he didn't have time to install it because of time constraints. Everyone compared the installation methods of the spear tip and side blade and thought that Zheng Anping did not lie to them. It seemed that they had discovered some secrets and knew something that others did not know. They were all in a happy mood.
Seeing that the atmosphere was good, Zheng Anping asked the person next to him a question: "It was very cold last night. It was almost freezing. How can I keep warm?"
One stone stirred up a thousand waves, and Zheng Anping's words resonated with everyone. Everyone complained about the cold last night and how uncomfortable they were. The main thing to rely on is the fire. Some people also have their own unique skills, such as taking off their clothes and freezing them, and then putting them back on will make them much warmer; taking off a piece of clothing, letting it heat up before putting it back on, etc. One person said: "It's a cold day, and if the menstrual period persists, there will be strong winds, rain, and snow, no matter how many tricks are used, death or injury will inevitably happen!" His words hit everyone's thoughts, and the room suddenly became quiet.
But another person said: "I heard that the Qin people have entered the pass, and they will arrive day and night. I'm afraid there will be a war in three or two days! If someone is killed in the wind and snow, it is lucky to have the whole body."
Zheng Anping asked: "Brother, how did you know that the Qin people entered the pass?"
The man said: "Other towns may not know about this, but everyone in my town knows it. Those who serve in Putian in my town saw the Qin people entering the pass with their own eyes, and Putian passed the city. They died and returned home, so I can tell you what happened!"
Zheng Anping asked in confusion: "But how fast did the Qin people enter the pass? How did the Qin people enter?"
The man said: "Hear the road and enter at the South Pass."
Zheng Anping suddenly realized. Since Nanguan was defeated by the Qin people, it has never been repaired or defended. This time the Qin people entered from Nanguan, which was logical. However, this time the Qin people did not attack directly, but surrounded Pu Tian. In just one day, the Qin army seized Wei's lifeline again: Pu Tian was the King of Wei's heartthrob!
One person said: "The danger of unsealing the former is due to the doctor Duan Zigan, who can solve it without a fight. The danger of the garden may also be solved by the doctor."
Another person said: "Don't all the diplomacy outside Wei rely on Dr. Xu Jia?"
Another person said: "Of course. It is only necessary for Dr. Jia to go to South Korea to ask for help, and to negotiate peace with Qin is to be entrusted to Dr. Duan Ziqian."
Another person said: "Since Wei is at peace with Qin, and I heard that Lord Xinling and Marquis Rang have formed an alliance and vowed to become brothers, how can we invade the suburbs of Wei again?"
One person said: "The people of Qin are tigers and wolves, how can they be loyal?"
One person said: "If we can't make peace, or if we make peace and then back off, why should we fight?" This man's words made everyone quiet again. If a peace treaty has just been signed and someone turns around and comes to kill him, then what’s the point of the peace treaty? Is it necessary to defeat the Qin army on the battlefield to solve the problem?
The problems in the confinement wing also troubled the Wei palace.
In a small hall of the palace, Lord Xinling, Mangmao, Wei Qi, and Dr. Xu Jia all stayed up all night. King Wei and Lord Long Yang also stayed here for half the night. They couldn't stand it anymore and went back to the harem to rest.
Since receiving Bao Yuan's warning, both Great Wall and Qifeng sent envoys to Daliang to report the matter. Then the Great Wall sent out urgent military envoys like meteors, and the Qin people marched south... The Qin people camped thirty miles outside the city...! The King of Wei called Wei Qi and Mang Mao, and while he asked Mang Mao to prepare for battle, he cursed what kind of diplomacy Wei Qi was doing!
Since the civilian army outside Huayang City had been disbanded, there were only more than 10,000 soldiers stationed in Qifeng. While preparing for the defense of Daliang, Mang Mao suggested that Huayang military soldiers should be summoned to the center of the territory as soon as possible. At the same time, the Daliang township army should be recruited to assemble in the center of the territory as soon as possible.
After Lord Xinling returned, he was summoned to the palace by the King of Wei, and he was required to take charge of important affairs. Immediately, a series of urgent military information was sent from the Great Wall: The Qin people penetrated from the Nanguan... The Qin people went north from the Nanguan to Putian... The gates of Putian City and Cangcheng were all closed, and the soldiers guarding the Great Wall abandoned the city gate and retreated. Entering Putian City... The Qin people outside the Great Wall have already invaded the Great Wall...
The king of Wei was very anxious and said: "The Qin people entered Qifeng and entered the heart of Wei; now they have entered Putian, which means they have defeated the fate of Wei."
Mang Mao said: "In the former Qin Dynasty, when they passed the Great Wall, they did not want to enter the fields. Fortunately, Lord Xinling stationed troops outside the city and his prestige was far away, so the people of Qin went to Qifeng." It is clearly praising Lord Xinling, but in fact He was secretly praising himself for his merits in protecting the country.
Then, the King of Wei asked the same question as the Minzhong Army: "Since Qin is at peace with Wei, what can it do if it invades Wei in a few days?"
Duan Ziqian, who presided over the whole peace negotiation, said with a face ashen as death: "I have nothing to hide from what I have discussed with Qin. I am willing to enter the Qin camp in person and rebuke Marquis Rang with great justice!"
Lord Xinling requested that Dr. Xu Jia be invited to discuss the matter with him to determine Marquis Rang's intentions: it was unjustifiable that the alliance that had lasted for a month and had gone through so much trouble was abandoned so easily.
After Dr. Xu Jia arrived, he also analyzed: "If Marquis Rang wants to bully me and wants to disperse Huayang's army, but he is really interested in the fields, how can he waste his time and money to maintain a stalemate? He promised peace to five cities and then destroyed them, and what he gained was not good. How much?"
When Duan Zigan saw Xu Jia talking to him, he couldn't help but nodded and said: "Of course, of course!" Wei Qi was also on the side, nodding implicitly in agreement.
Mang Mao said: "The Qin people attacked Han first and then invaded Wei. The affairs of Ning Han and the alliance are not appropriate!"
Doctor Xu Jia said: "I am in charge of Han's affairs. Since the king has promised Han five cities, Han will also come to help. Do not break the promise to end the alliance. Still use five cities to fight with it. At that time, Qin had retreated. The ministers and others valued the gift, so it could be reduced slightly. After several trips back and forth, it was reduced to three cities. When the Qin army retreated, Wei entered Qifeng in accordance with the agreement and left Huayang to Han. However, Han snooped on the Qin army, and was eventually taken over by Qin. Ambush and killing are also based on suspicion."
Longyang Jun said: "Since the alliance between Wei and Qin is real and not false, I can order Duanzi to go to the Qin camp to meet Ranghou and find out the details! If there is any doubt, you can clear it up; if it is intended to deceive, tell him If the country is at war, why should we be afraid!"
Duanzi was so good that he went back to prepare.
Another official from Jin Dynasty sent an envoy to report that all the soldiers from Qifeng had returned to Daliang. Mang Mao asked to come out to meet him personally to comfort the doctor and all the troops for their hard work in the field. The King of Wei agreed, and then said that he was tired and wanted to go back to the harem to go to bed first, and leave all important responsibilities to the ministers! He only warned: "Putian is the foundation of Wei and cannot be destroyed!" So King Wei, Lord Longyang, and Mangmao all left. About an hour later, Mang Mao returned and reported the results of his discussion with Jin Bi to everyone present: Qifeng Wu died in Daliang City and camped in the countryside for one night. After having breakfast the next day, he went to Xinzhong; the matter of guarding Xinzhong , for the time being, the general manager of the central government will be appointed. After Dr. Jin Bi leads the army to the central area, he will be appointed as the general to command all the troops in the central area. The villages in the west of the city, which are closest to the central area, should attack the central area first; the rest should be sent to the central area first. The militiamen from each township are temporarily stationed in various places, and they will decide whether to march to Xinzhong according to the situation. No one in the room had any objections.
Mang Mao's position has not been resolved. In theory, he is still the general in charge of the defense of Daliang. "Outside of the palace, the general is in charge", and he is also known as the "think tank". So everyone asked him what his plan was for the defense of Daliang.
Mang Mao said: "As you said, if Qin is not deceived by me, but it has confusion, you can get rid of it; if I deceive you, you can fight. If you must fight, Daliang City has enough food and supplies, so you have no worries." . Those who are worried are only in the garden. According to the plan of the ministers, the reason why Qin lasted in Kaifeng was because Han secretly helped it. Now that Qin has exhausted all the Korean troops, will Han help? The long-tired army cannot attack and plunder With nothing to gain, no food inside, and no strong reinforcements from outside, the army alone cannot penetrate deep for long. But if you order Putian to hold on for a few days, Qin will definitely go! If you are not deceived by me, but you have doubts, go without saying and send an envoy. Release him and he will return!"
Lord Xinling said: "When Qin made an alliance, no difference was seen, so why did it suddenly reverse and fight each other?"
Wei Qi said bitterly: "The joke is so clever that it ruined my important event!"
Mang Mao said: "Han wanted to benefit from it, but he was harmed by it. He was greedy and brought it upon himself!"
Lord Xinling was still a little confused about Han Jun's affairs. Although he was nervous now, there was nothing urgent that needed to be dealt with. However, it seemed untimely to disband and go home to rest, so he found something to say and asked: "I have been away for a long time. I have heard less." Court affairs. What is the cause of the disaster of violent kites? Please teach me!"
Dr. Jia stood up and responded: "Formerly, Prince Han summoned his ministers and promised to rescue the Liang Dynasty with troops, and ordered his ministers to report to the king to prepare grain and fodder for the city. At the same time as the minister reported to the king, he asked Mr. Fang to inform the prince. Sixty-seven days ago , General Baoyuan visited the minister and said that the Korean army was ready, so he went out of Zheng Chi Daliang and ordered his ministers to prepare grain and fodder on the road. While the minister was responding, the Korean army had arrived at Huayang City. General Baoyuan deeply blamed the minister, and the minister said: The mission was not fulfilled and the king's order was not issued. The minister went to Huayang first and told the Korean army to assist Liang. Then he went to Daliang and reported to the king that the Korean army had come out and went to Huayang to attack Qin. The king would prepare grain and fodder and the city as a gift. Three When we return, it will be designated as three cities."
Wei Qi said: "I originally wanted not to agree, but the king said that Wei and Han are in alliance, and the agreement cannot be broken. So I dedicated the city."
