The entire Jiangdong, up to Wu Gong and Sun Quan, the governors of each town, the prefects of each county, wise men, generals, and down to every Jiangdong soldier, almost all do not think favorably of the Sun-Liu coalition, or the Wu-Chu alliance.
The view of the lower-level people is relatively simple, and the big-eared thieves are the most unfaithful!
Judging from the previous sudden attack on Yuzhang County, it is enough to explain.
Although Liu Bei withdrew his troops in the end and completely returned Yuzhang County, the two sides also forged a feud.
If it weren't for Cao Cao and Liu Zhang and other threats, there would be no possibility of the two sides giving up and making peace!
As for Duke Wu, Zhou Yu, Lu Xun and other wise men, as well as Cheng Pu, Lu Meng and other generals all agreed.
The Sun-Liu Alliance and the Wu-Chu Alliance have no way out.
The reason is also very simple. The battle at Xiaoting completely destroyed the confidence of everyone in Jiangdong in Liu Bei.
The next time Qin's Eastern Army launches, Liu Bei will almost be completely destroyed.
The loss of Yiling and Yidao has caused Nanjun to completely lose its strategic depth.
With no danger to defend Nanjun, loss is an inevitable result.
Since Yidaocheng was in Liu Zhang's hands, the Eastern Army could directly attack Wuling County by land.
Liu Bei's strict defense on the south bank of the Yangtze River is meaningless.
Furthermore, Yu Fu's navy is far from comparable to Cao Cao's navy.
The Yufushui Army under Qin's Eastern Army is very likely to break through the defenses on the south bank of the Yangtze River head-on.
In this way, Qin's eastern army advanced in two directions, and Jingnan could be defeated in a day.
Taking a step back, judging from the situation that is most beneficial to Liu Bei, the most he can do is defend Jingnan.
But once Nanjun was lost, he completely became a turtle in the urn and had no value anymore.
For Sun Quan and Jiang Dong, Liu Bei will completely lose all value.
It is very likely that he will become a burden to Jiangdong.
When war breaks out in Jingzhou, Jiangdong will definitely not be able to enjoy peace.
Cao Cao will definitely seize the opportunity and send his troops south in an attempt to regain the land of Huainan.
Although the Huainan land has the Huai River as a buffer, it is not as good as the Yangtze River natural moat.
The huge regional links allowed Cao Jun to sneak across the Huai River in countless ways.
Infantry warfare is the disadvantage of Jiangdong Army.
Competing with Cao Cao for the land in Huainan is equivalent to using one's own shortcomings to attack the enemy's strong points!
In this case, if Sun Quan wants to resist Cao Cao's attack, he must use all his strength.
Therefore, the attitude of Jingzhou to the west is crucial.
The Qin State, which captured Nanjun and completely occupied the upper reaches of the Yangtze River, would become the key to the victory or defeat between Wei and Wu.
In other words, Liu Zhang's will will affect the ownership of Huainan!
Therefore, whether we can form an alliance with Qin will directly affect Jiangdong's life and death!
This was the conclusion reached after discussions between Zhou Yu and Lu Xun, as well as a group of civil servants and military generals.
It’s not just one person’s opinion!
The news of the tournament came at just the right time, it was a perfect reason!
Lu Meng has always been known for his bravery, which is completely reasonable.
It won't arouse anyone's suspicion.
Especially Jingzhou Liu Bei.
Externally, publicize your participation in the martial arts competition.
Internally, they were discussing alliance matters with Liu Zhang.
This is the real important task!
If the selection was purely based on the criteria for participating in the martial arts tournament, there would be no need to send Lu Meng here.
There are many people under Sun Quan who can suppress Lu Meng in terms of martial arts.
"I wonder if King Qin is satisfied with Duke Wu's sincerity?"
After a long period of silence, Lu Meng asked Liu Zhang in due course.
He is extremely confident in the conditions given by Jiangdong!
This was indeed the case, Liu Zhang was very moved!
This is almost the prelude to Sun Quan sending Lu Meng to sneak attack Guan Yu in history!
Historically, it was Guan Yu who went north to attack Xiangfan, but now it is Liu Zhang who raises his troops to attack Nanjun.
Sun Quan can play the same role and send an army to sneak attack Liu Bei's rear!
"General Lu, how are Wu Gong going to cooperate with Gu to attack Liu Bei?"
Hearing Liu Zhang's question, Lu Meng was even more happy.
"Inform the King of Qin that when the Qin State's Eastern Army launches an attack, we can increase the momentum, delay the offensive, and focus Liu Bei's attention on the front line!"
"When Liu Bei massively mobilizes his troops and the rear is empty, our army will launch an attack from Yuzhang and Jiangxia at the same time!"
"Attack all the way to the rear of Nan County, all the way into Changsha County, and let the big-eared thief die without a burial place!"
In order to make Liu Zhang trust him, Lumeng narrowed his eyes deliberately and showed a fierce look.
It seems to be telling Liu Zhang that no one in Jiangdong will show mercy to Liu Bei!
In fact, Lu Meng didn't make any expression, and Liu Zhang wouldn't have any doubts.
After all, that's what he did historically.
It directly broke Guan Yu's retreat and trapped Liu Bei to death!
Liu Zhang raised an eyebrow and gently stroked his beard with his hand, his face full of amusement.
"Haha, are you using me as a free coolie?"
"General Lu, you have attracted the main force of the big-eared thieves. Will you be able to capture Jingzhou easily?"
Liu Zhang is not a fool. This is obviously a story of snipe and clam fighting.
When the time comes for his lair to be attacked, Liu Bei will definitely break the pot!
Who is Liu Bei looking for?
Definitely not looking for Sun Quan!
When the time comes, we will still have to fight Liu Zhang!
Lu Meng waved his hands and shook his head, trying his best to deny Liu Zhang's words.
"Don't worry, King Qin, I am willing to swear an oath!"
"Swear? If swearing is useful, what else do we need soldiers and horses for?"
Liu Zhang swore to Liu Hong back then. What was the use?
Oaths are always empty words in the face of interests!
When Jiangling City is placed in front of Sun Quan, Lu Meng's oath will mean nothing!
"King Qin, I from Jiangdong are not big-eared thieves, and I am definitely not a person who breaks his word!"
"If King Qin doesn't believe it, I can ask Duke Wu to write a letter as proof!"
Liu Zhang almost laughed out loud when he heard the evidence.
Isn't this Zhuge Liang's trick?
Even though it was a fictional novel, it still tricked Lu Su quite a lot!
He never wanted to return to Jingzhou until his death.
In the end, wasn't it Lü Meng who took back Jingzhou with the help of powerful troops and occupied it by force?
For Liu Zhang, all rhetoric and signatures have no meaning!
"General Lu, have you forgotten when did I start the army?"
"Without some reality, there is no way I can believe it!"
Lu Meng frowned and became anxious.
Unexpectedly, Liu Zhang was completely incompetent!
This won’t work, and that won’t work either!
Is it possible to let Sun Quan come as a hostage?
"King Qin, if you want to quickly defeat Jingzhou and eliminate Liu Bei, you must take it by surprise."
As long as there is a hint of feasibility, Lu Meng will not waste any words.
If we openly declare war and then attack from both sides, the effect will be greatly reduced.
Jiangdong Army is not good at infantry fighting, and may suffer heavy losses after landing!
"I wonder how King Qin can trust Duke Wu?"
Lu Meng really had no choice but to let Liu Zhang make his own conditions.
As long as it wasn't too much, Lu Meng made up his mind and gritted his teeth and agreed.
After a moment, Liu Zhang's eyes lit up.
"Yes!"
