Wei Yan asked himself, just before yesterday, he was just an unknown low-level officer in the Jingzhou Army.
However, only one day later, the world-famous Yang Ziyi ventured across the river alone and came to recruit him.
Not to mention anything else, this attitude alone was enough to move Wei Yan!
But he hesitated for a moment and shook his head with a wry smile.
"The general has decided to serve Uncle Liu Huang. The general has accepted his kindness!"
"Does General Wenchang think that I came to recruit you just to be able to cross the river smoothly?"
Yang Ling asked with a smile.
When Wei Yan heard this, he looked at Yang Ling with some confusion.
In his opinion, this is indeed the case.
Now, under Liu Bei's order, he led his troops to guard the river bank and prevent Cao's army from crossing the river.
If not for this reason, why would Yang Ling come to recruit him?
After all, he was not well-known before.
"No, in fact, when I visited Jingzhou a few years ago, I sent someone to inquire about the general."
Yang Ling said with a smile.
He was not lying to Wei Yan. When he came to Jingzhou in the early years, he had a heated relationship with Cai Yu. When he recruited Gan Ning, he deliberately inquired about Wei Yan.
It's a pity that Wei Yan's reputation was not good at that time, and because Liu Biao's people were watching him, Yang Ling failed to find him.
Wei Yan's mouth opened wide, and he couldn't believe his ears.
The words that came out of Yang Ling's mouth today shocked Wei Yan more and more!
"Why, General Wen Chang doesn't believe it?"
Yang Ling asked with a smile.
"How can the general not believe the words of the general?"
Wei Yan came back to his senses, shook his head and said,
"It's just the general...why did you start spying on the general so early?"
"Because I know that General Wenchang is actually a great general!"
Wei Yan was good at raising soldiers and was very brave. He just relied on his personal ability to rise from Liu Bei's subordinates to become a former military advisor and general of the Western Conquest. He was awarded a holiday and was promoted to the title of Marquis of Nanzheng.
But because of his aloof character and lack of understanding of political struggle, he was eventually charged with rebellion and wiped out three tribes!
Wei Yan couldn't help being flattered when he heard Yang Ling praise him!
It turns out that in the heart of the world-famous Yang Ling, he is actually a tiger general!
If it weren't for the fear of being labeled as a slave of the third surname, Wei Yan would have wanted to bow down!
"The general has praised me so much, and I am truly ashamed of myself. But, it's just..."
Seeing Wei Yan hesitate to speak, Yang Ling understood his worries and said with a chuckle,
"If General Wen Chang can have a bright future by following Liu Xuande, I have nothing to advise him. However, given the current situation, if General Wen Chang continues to follow Liu Xuande, I'm afraid he will be dead!"
"Why did the general say this?"
Wei Yan said blankly.
"Now the King of Wei has conquered Liuhe and swept all directions. There is no hero in the world who can rival him."
"Not to mention the city of Xiangyang, even the entire Jingzhou, can it withstand the army of King Wei?"
Yang Ling asked.
Wei Yan was silent for a moment and shook his head.
Yang Ling smiled and continued unhurriedly,
"I heard that Zhuge Liang is extremely unhappy with you and almost wanted to kill you today. Is this true?"
"It's true...it's true."
Wei Yan nodded and did not deny it.
"Zhuge Kongming was Liu Xuande's military advisor and was highly valued by him, even less than Guan Yu and Zhang Fei."
"Now he looks down on you, and if there is a chance in the future, he will definitely kill you without hesitation."
"To sum up, doesn't General Wen Chang think that following Liu Bei is a dead end?"
Wei Yan didn't really care whether Liu Bei could resist Cao Cao.
But when Yang Ling mentioned that Zhuge Liang didn't like Wei Yan, it could be said that it touched Wei Yan's heart.
He was still worried about this just now!
"Then...then according to the general, what will happen to the general?"
"If the general is willing to serve the imperial court, I guarantee on my personal reputation that I will definitely recommend to the imperial court and the King of Wei that the general be reused."
Wei Yan didn't speak, but his wandering eyes revealed the fierce struggle going on in his heart.
Seeing this, Yang Ling struck while the iron was hot and said,
"Liu Bei's ability to enter the city was all due to the general's contribution. He didn't reward the general generously, and allowed Zhuge Liang to suppress the general. Isn't there any complaint in the general's heart?"
"There is a saying that a man will die for the one who knows him well, and a woman will look good for the one who pleases her!"
"I am very passionate about the general. Is the general willing to let me down?!"
Hearing this, Wei Yan could no longer remain calm and said excitedly,
"The last general will be loyal to the general from now on, no matter the sword or the sea of fire!"
He said, kneeling down on one knee towards Yang Ling!
"General, there is no need to pay such a courtesy!"
Yang Ling stepped forward affectionately and helped Wei Yan up, but he was determined in his heart!
The way he said to easily win Xiangyang City was to win over Wei Yan!
Judging from what Gao Rou reported after today's return, Yang Ling judged that Zhuge Liang should have a natural dislike for Wei Yan just like in the novel.
Although Wei Yan was arrogant by nature, as a military general, he was similar to Gan Ning and was extremely loyal!
As long as you treat him well and think highly of him, he will be willing to date you!
Because of this, Yang Ling took the risk to come here tonight to recruit Wei Yan!
Facts have proved that he was right!
"The last general is now guarding the river bank position under the orders of Emperor Liu...well, Liu Xuande."
"If the general has an order, he will definitely carry it out!"
After deciding to join Yang Ling, Wei Yan took the initiative without any scruples.
"Okay! I will lead the army to cross the river tonight, and you will be able to support me then."
Yang Ling smiled.
"The last general takes command!"
Wei Yan bowed his hands.
After the two discussed further, Wei Yan personally led a group of soldiers and sent Yang Ling to the ship.
Zhao Yun, Gan Ning and others were waiting anxiously on the north bank. They were relieved to see Yang Ling return safely.
After Yang Ling landed, they couldn't wait to surround him.
"General, how is the situation?"
"Yes, then Wei Yan didn't make things difficult for you?"
Facing everyone's inquiries, Yang Ling smiled and waved his hand.
"Don't worry, Wei Yan has been persuaded by me, promised to be loyal to the imperial court, and is willing to let go of the defense line and let us land!"
As soon as this statement came out, everyone couldn't help but be moved by it!
After Yang Ling proposed a plan to persuade Wei Yan to surrender, Zhao Yun and others strongly opposed it.
Although they didn't know much about Wei Yan, they also knew that Wei Yan had just betrayed Jingzhou and defected to Liu Bei, and it was almost impossible for him to immediately betray Liu Bei and defect to Yang Ling.
Yang Ling's trip to persuade Wei Yan to surrender was quite dangerous!
But no one expected that such an impossible thing would be accomplished easily by Yang Ling!
"The general's actions are truly amazing!"
Gao Rou couldn't help but praise.
"I don't know whether you are convinced or not, but I am convinced!"
Gan Ning also sighed.
"Okay, no more nonsense."
Yang Ling laughed and cursed,
"Hurry up and reorganize your troops and prepare to cross the river!"
"Here!"
Everyone accepted the order!
