"Old General, please get up quickly!" Mr. Xinling quickly supported Lian Po, who was bowing deeply, with both hands. After a few gentle words, the two of them sat down again.
Obviously, Old General Lian Po's flattery has touched Lord Xinling's heart.
Since ancient times, the word "fame and wealth" has moved people's hearts the most - it is a name to be morally noble and help others out of trouble; it is a benefit to maintain diplomatic relations and resist Qin. Even Lord Xinling cannot escape these two words.
At this point, Lord Xinling no longer had any doubts in his mind. If it had not been a very critical moment, how could he have made Zhao State General Lian pay homage to him at all costs?
"Old General Lian, Wei and Zhao are from the same origin, and they should help each other. Facing the tiger and wolf Qin, it is even more difficult for them to die. And my sister even married Lord Zhao Pingyuan as his wife. She is more affectionate than reasonable. Whether in public or in private, I should not stand by and watch," Lord Xinling said patiently.
"That's right! That's right!" Lian Po nodded quickly, acknowledging the friendly and cooperative strategic partnership between Wei and Zhao: "The two countries are one family, and this has been the case since ancient times."
"It's just that our army has been defeated by the Qin army repeatedly. Everyone in the court and the army is afraid of Qin for a long time. Moreover, this battle is fought for Zhao. If he wins, Zhao will win and he will take the land of Shangdang alone. If he loses, Wei will be defeated. It will definitely lead Qin State to turn its anger towards Wei. Then our army will gain nothing from victory, and it will be harmful from defeat. It is really difficult for me to advise my king because of my personal feelings!" Lord Xinling suddenly changed his tone and said.
It's not that Lord Xinling changed his mind or anything, he was obedient. If he wins, Zhao wins, and if he loses, Wei loses. To put it bluntly, just one sentence: How to divide the interests after the war? If there is no benefit, Wei will not go.
Of course, as Lord Xinling, it is natural to fight for the interests of Wei after the war. Although there is some intention to take advantage of the situation, it is understandable.
According to Lord Xinling's thinking, now that Zhao's army has become exhausted, he directly demands the land of the party, and Zhao has no choice but to submit. However, Wei State and Shangdang were separated by Hanoi County. For Wei State, if they did not capture Hanoi County, Shangdang would become an enclave.
As a coincidence, most of the young men in Hanoi County have been transferred to the Shangdang battlefield because of King Qin. If we win the Battle of Shangdang, then taking Hanoi County will be almost like searching for something.
Therefore, Lord Xinling's idea has obviously come to mind - Zhao takes Shangdang, Wei takes Hanoi, both are pleased with each other, and each is happy.
Lord Xinling understood that as a marching general, Lian Po naturally had a good understanding of mountains and rivers. And almost the moment Lord Xinling asked for the benefit, Lian Po had already guessed what he was thinking.
According to Lian Po's thinking, it was a generous act to the Qin State, so it was okay to agree. However, Lian Po also knew that contacting the Wei State in private was already a huge trespass. If he made another promise in the name of the Zhao State, I'm afraid, Even if the general fights with all his strength, he will not be able to protect himself. Even the general himself will suffer, even if Chang Pingzhi is victorious in the end...
The coldness of royal power has never been so chilling.
Fortunately, from the very beginning, Lian Po had established an image for Lord Xinling as a rude man who "had no knowledge of government affairs and only knew war." Now faced with such a dilemma, he might as well be more arrogant.
Therefore, Lian Po simply pretended not to understand Lord Xinling's implicit intention to ask for national benefits, so he still tirelessly persuaded him from a military perspective: "Lord Xinling, if the main force of our army is surrounded and annihilated by the Qin army, then our three Jin dynasties will be defeated again." There is no power to fight against the Qin army, and after Qin takes the territory of Shangdang, it can not only attack Handan directly, but also go south and attack Daliang. This inner danger cannot be ignored and must be eliminated!"
Sure enough, Lian Po's answer made Lord Xinling, who was used to being aggressive, very uncomfortable.
My old General Lian, I have already said this, do you still want to explain to us the necessity of sending troops? We have already said that our relationship is inseparable. Don't we still know the dangers of Qin's army taking over the Shangdang?
You also see why we moved the capital from Anyi to Daliang. Is it because we were beaten up by the Qin army and took away the land in Hexi. Aren't we more familiar with the discomfort of the capital being directly threatened by the Qin army than you are?
Lord Xinling felt a little irritable in his heart. For the first time, Lord Xinling was shaken by his ability to speak. What about the lotus flower that he promised?
No matter what, straight people should come and go straight.
Lord Xinling adjusted his mood a little, then organized his words a little, and said to Lian Po: "Old General Lian, you know, my king, well, how should I put it! Even if his lips are dead and his teeth are cold, there is not enough benefit, I The king won’t be willing to send troops to help!”
As he spoke, even the thick-faced Lord Xinling blushed a little. It had been a long time since he had spoken such naked words.
Lord Xinling has made his words clear, so Lian Po can no longer pretend to be stupid, but a response is a response, and a promise is impossible, and he cannot even leave a useful promise.
Of course, there is also something to be said for rejecting someone, especially if you still have something to ask for.
As the saying goes, if you want to reject something eventually, you must give it first.
Lian Po immediately boldly promised: "Hey, our army's food and grass are on the east coast, and it may have fallen now, and the country's food and grass reserves have been exhausted in the three years of confrontation. Even if it wants to provide food and grass for the Wei army, I'm afraid it is powerless." Of course, if the Kingdom of Wei wants gold treasures, even He's Bi, I can agree to it on my king's behalf."
Obviously, Lian Po also learned a lot from Lin Xiangru after "bearing a thorn to plead guilty". Whether it was his grasp of court affairs, the emperor's psychology, or his verbal fighting skills, he had made great progress.
With these words, he not only put his Zhao country in the weak position again, but also fully demonstrated his sincerity with the rare treasure of He's Bi.
You see, I am even willing to persuade my king to give away the treasure that my Shang Qing (Lin Xiangru) is guarding to the death. Is this enough for my brother? Brother, you are still so sincere despite such difficulties. Are you embarrassed to ask for anything else?
However, this Heshi Bi is said to be a treasure and it is indeed a treasure, but after all, it is just a piece of jade. It can neither enrich the country nor strengthen the army. If Qin wants it, he has to send it over, so it is better to give it to Wei. country. Lian Po also believed that he had agreed to the Wei State, and King Zhao could only be happy.
Of course, the King of Wei might be overjoyed to hear this. After all, the King of Wei loves precious jade and treasures. But Lord Xinling won't, at least the current Lord Xinling doesn't love him, otherwise Lord Xinling wouldn't spread his money and attract customers.
Immediately, Lord Xinling denied it and said: "There is an old saying: A gentleman does not take away what others love, and the minister of your country is not willing to sacrifice his life to compensate for it. How can my king covet it?"
"Where to go to the party?" Lian Po continued to ask in a meandering tone.
Lord Xinling heard this but still shook his head...
