The old man was Zhang Zhao. Because Hu Ke wanted to take charge of Jianye, he asked him to go out to work as a representative and deepen his impression in front of Lan Tian.
Zhang Zhao was overjoyed after hearing this. The biggest pusher for controlling Jianye was Hu Ke. He originally thought that Hu Ke would take the credit, but in the end he actually gave the credit to himself. Zhang Zhao said in his heart that this Yu Xiu is really a friend to make, and there is a sense of hatred for each other. Feeling late.
Zhang Zhao mobilized the aristocratic families in the city and asked them to prepare a lot of melons, fruits, wine and meat, and sent them to the dock for the labor force to welcome the king's army into the city. When Zhang Zhao stood by the Yangtze River and blew the wind, he felt a sense of relief, saying that he could not carry it with him in the end. Sun Quan could only find a big tree to protect his descendants.
The officers and men on the ship were disembarking one after another. Lan Tian was curious about who was coming to greet them, when suddenly Zhang Cheng behind him was very excited.
"Father, what are you doing?"
"Zhong Si?" When Zhang Zhao saw Zhang Cheng, he also saw Lan Tian surrounded by stars, so he ignored his son and hurriedly greeted him, "Veteran Zhang Zhao pays homage to General Lan."
"Mr. Zibu, please wake up quickly. You have contributed a lot to Jiangdong's return to the Han Dynasty this time. I will tell you later that your majesty will reward you based on your merits." Lan Tian helped Zhang Zhao up with both hands.
Under the light of the fire, the two of them looked at each other in a short period of time. Although Zhang Zhao was not young, he was still energetic, no wonder he was an irritable little old man, while Lan Tian was steady and confident in his movements, indeed like a great talent who was stirring up trouble.
"If it weren't for General Lan commanding the king's army, the land of Jiangdong would never see the blue sky again. Zhang Zhao's minor achievements are not worth mentioning. However, Zhong Si (Zhang Cheng) is following the general. He shouldn't cause you any trouble, right?" Zhang Zhao behaved very well. modesty.
Lan Tian said in front of everyone: "Zhong Si has also accomplished a lot this time. Before the army left Chaisang, he even sent a personal entourage to Ai County to cooperate with my people in recruiting Zhu Ran. At this time, the whole territory of Yuzhang and Luling should have been In pacification, His Majesty will not forget you father and son, and the great man will also remember your merits."
"General, you have given too much credit, these soldiers of yours"
Zhang Zhao found that some of Lantian's soldiers were gathering in formation, while others were looking for a place to set up tents. The gate dock was only a few miles away from Jianye. Don't they go into the city to rest?
Lantian turned his head slightly, then explained with a smile: "The boat is very rocky to rest on, and many soldiers are used to sleeping on land, so they simply set up camp."
"Well, that's it." Zhang Zhao nodded, and then said with a smile: "The ministers have prepared a banquet in Jianye. General Lan and other generals are invited to enter the city first to attend the banquet. When I return, I will ask someone to bring some food and drinks. pier."
After hearing this, Lan Tian waved his hands quickly: "It's too late now. Entering the city at this time may disturb the people. It's better to rest at the dock for the night. It won't be too late to enter the city again tomorrow morning."
"The general is so kind. This is a blessing to the people and a blessing to Jiangdong." Zhang Zhao complimented with a smile.
Zhang Cheng quickly reminded: "Father, General Lan is your Majesty's new Yangzhou Shepherd."
"The prince is a capable minister in governing the world. From now on, Yangzhou will not have to worry about food and clothing." Zhang Zhao's eyes lit up and he immediately understood that Liu Bei was determined to win Jiangdong and would not leave any chance to Sun Quan.
"Tian Fu came to Jiangdong and is not familiar with the place. He will have to rely on his husband in the future." Lan Tian was very polite to Zhang Zhao.
"If I can use my old minister's position, I will go through fire and water without hesitation." Zhang Zhao first responded with clasped fists, then suddenly asked softly: "The officials and people in the city are still waiting. If the general does not enter the city tonight, can the dog be allowed back? Go to the city to report the news? I will stay with you."
"Uh, you can go back together." Lan Tian mistakenly thought that Zhang Zhao wanted to keep hostages, so he readily agreed, and called Lan Yuan over and said, "Go and ask Xiu Mu (Zhu Huan) and others for statistics. If anyone wants to go home, just go back with Mr. Zibu and his son."
"Wei." Lan Yuan clasped his fists and left.
Zhang Zhaoxin said that Yu Xiu gave up the opportunity to deepen his impression. How could I let it go so easily? So he waved his hands anxiously and explained: "I heard that Jiaozhou's administration is new and effective. I want to ask you for advice. Zhongsi can go back alone."
"Well, I will listen to the general's arrangements." Zhang Cheng looked at the two of them and finally gave Zhang Zhao a satisfactory answer.
"Listen to your father." Lan Tian nodded speechlessly, thinking to himself, why are you father and son singing the double act?
But what Lantian didn't expect was that Lanyuan asked almost all the surrendered generals. No one was willing to enter the city and go home at this time. They were all willing to follow the army into the city tomorrow.
While Lan Tian was chatting with Zhang Zhao on the shore, a simple tent had been set up by the dock. Lan Tian then invited the generals to go into the tent to take shelter from the wind, while Zhang Zhao had people bring wine and meat into the tent.
The seats in the big tent are in order. If Jiangdong soldiers accidentally break in, they will mistakenly think that they have entered Sun Quan's main tent. On the left, Zhang Zhao is the leader, and they are seated according to their original official positions. They are all Jiangdong's surrendered generals. On the right Led by Gan Ning, they were all generals from various ministries led by Lan Tian. The Lan brothers were among the second and third.
"Chengyuan, come and introduce Mr. Zibu." Lan Tian directly ordered Ding Feng. He is still a captain in Jiangdong, so he is at the bottom on the left.
"Wei." Ding Feng stood up with his fists clasped.
Zhang Zhao twitched his beard and nodded slightly, thinking that your kid can run faster than me. It seems that Lan Tian takes him more seriously. I'm afraid this person's achievements will not be very low.
When Ding Feng introduced the Lan family brothers, Zhang Zhao's eyes lit up and he was filled with emotion. He said in his heart that these two brothers were indeed well-deserved. They were so impressive and young and promising. They would definitely become powerful and important ministers in the court in the future. At that time, the prestige of the Lan family was I'm afraid that the eldest son Zhang Cheng would not be able to interact with the Lan brothers if they were not under the seal. The second son Zhang Xiu and Lan Yuan were born in the same year, so they should be able to have more contact.
Seeing Zhang Zhao nodding frequently, and after Ding Feng finished his introduction, Lan Tian asked Zhang Zhao sincerely: "Sun Quan's navy suddenly withdrew just now. It seems that he intends to retain his strength and resist stubbornly, but I don't want to use more weapons in Yangzhou, Zibu." Sir, you are always very wise, do you have any ideas to help me pacify Jiangdong?"
"The general's words show his kindness. Zhao Gang looked around the generals in the tent. The only person available to Sun Quan was Lu Boyan. Although the two were related by marriage, Sun Quan had always been on guard against Lu Xun. As long as the general could find a way to persuade Lu Xun to surrender, the remaining mediocre people would The general will surely wait for the wind to descend." Zhang Zhao answered with cupped hands.
"I tried to persuade him to surrender in front of the battle today, but the Governor didn't appreciate it." Lan Tian shook his head.
Zhang Zhao replied: "Lu Boyan is cautious and steady by nature. It is not possible to recruit him with just a few words. He can only send more people to show his righteousness. He is also the patriarch of the Lu family. The general can use his family to threaten him."
"Lu Xun has learned a lesson, and threatening people with hostages is not a gentleman. It's better to listen to your advice and send more people to persuade him to surrender. I heard that Sun Quan's navy is anchored in Jiangcheng. Tomorrow General Gan will bring a warship to overwhelm him. I don't know who is in the tent." Are you willing to persuade them to surrender?" Lan Tian asked, scanning the crowd.
"I am willing to go." The two people on the left stood up and clasped their fists at the same time.
(End of chapter)
