These conditions leave no room for negotiation.
However, Wang Chong's goal was not achieved, so naturally he was unwilling to do so: "The peace between the two countries is for the benefit of the people and is more considerate of the common people in the world. I hope Your Highness will think twice."
"Didn't I make my words clear?" Xiao Yuan asked.
Wang Chong said anxiously: "But His Highness's conditions are too harsh. If foreign ministers see it, since it is a peace negotiation, there is room for negotiation. If Your Highness thinks that the compensation of gold and silver is inappropriate, then our country can still Make certain concessions."
"Okay." Xiao Yuan deliberately showed an impatient expression: "I have already made clear the conditions for the armistice. If you are unable to agree, please go back and ask Brother Ling Wang for instructions. I, the king, still have military affairs to be busy with. If you neglect me, The messenger will bear with you."
As he spoke, he unfolded a bamboo slip and read it: "Send off guests."
Xu Hu stood up and stretched out his hand towards Wang Chong: "Spirit envoy please."
"This." Wang Chong wanted to say something else, but it could be seen that Xiao Yuan was already reading a book and had no intention of paying any more attention to him. He had no choice but to bow his hands and bow, and said: "The conditions proposed by His Highness will be changed after the envoy returns. , we will inform our emperor as soon as possible and give His Highness a reply after consideration. However, during the peace negotiations, we hope that the two countries can temporarily cease the war and give Qin Ling enough time to negotiate."
Wang Chong's visit here has two purposes: to reach an agreement, and if it cannot be reached, he must also find ways to delay time and create a breathing space for Lingguo.
If what he said is true, the envoys of the two countries have been going back and forth, bargaining, and negotiating frequently. It is not known how long it will take.
How could Xiao Yuan fail to see Lingguo's plan to slow down the troops? He did not agree or point it out. He held the bamboo slip in his hand and said without raising his head: "Please do as you please."
"This, this, I'm resigning." Wang Chong was helpless.
After he left, Du Tong, secretary of the Dian Army, was the first to stand up, raised his hands and said: "Your Majesty, since Lingguo sent envoys with the intention of seeking peace, if our country can win Caizhou and Ruizhou without bloodshed, what will be the outcome?" O Dai Li, in my opinion, I might be able to negotiate with you diplomatically."
As soon as he finished speaking, Jiang Yi stood up and said: "Master Du, this is a mistake. The reason why the king proposed Caizhou and Ruizhou is actually to reject Lingguo. These two places are the top priority of Lingguo. Especially Ruizhou, once our army is stationed, from a military point of view, it can threaten Lingdu at any time, so King Ling will not agree to it in any case, and this is what the king wants."
"And knowing that it is impossible, the spirit envoy still said that he would consider it and discuss it, which is obviously delaying time."
"Jiang Yi is right." Xiao Yuan continued: "The peace negotiation is a tactic forced by King Ling to delay the war. We cannot be fooled, let alone have any illusions about Caizhou and Ruizhou."
"Similarly, once the overall strategy has been decided, don't change it overnight."
After saying that, he also glanced at the generals and said seriously: "Go down and prepare. Each department must recharge its batteries and rectify the army and horses. At midnight tomorrow, the troops will arrive in Caizhou!"
"I have the order!" All the generals clasped their fists and shouted loudly.
The Qin Army's camp was not very far from Caizhou, and Wang Chong rushed back that afternoon.
In the study, the Spirit King was pacing back and forth anxiously.
At this point in the war, his mentality had already undergone earth-shaking changes, from full of momentum to lack of confidence, and now to uneasiness.
Not long after, the guard came to report that Wang Chong had returned and was asking to see him outside the door.
"Invite him in quickly." The Spirit King stopped.
When the two parties met, just as Wang Chong was waiting for him to salute, King Ling couldn't wait to ask: "How is the situation?"
"This..." Wang Chong's face looked a little ugly, and he hesitated before saying: "The king of Qin ignored the two counties of Jinyin and Yandi mentioned by Wei Chen. Instead, he asked for Caizhou and Ruizhou, saying that only Only by ceding these two lands can we promote peace."
"What!?" King Ling suddenly frowned, and then he was full of anger: "King Qin, a common man! He is so arrogant and hateful! Such conditions are unbearable!"
"But Your Majesty, if our country refuses, a war may begin and the Qin army will attack Caizhou." Wang Manman looked worried.
King Ling said: "Then tell me how I should respond to him! If it's just Caizhou, that's it. But you don't know how important Ruizhou is!"
"What your Majesty said is true." Wang Chong did not refute, but changed the subject and said: "Since the King of Qin wants Cai and Rui, and our country cannot agree, in my opinion, it is better to just leave it at this, rather than deal with it all the time. After a certain deadlock is formed, try to agree to a place in Caizhou, and then use Ruizhou to negotiate. In this way, the diplomatic incident cannot be decided in two months, and during these two months, our country will get a certain degree of respite. It will be more conducive to subsequent military planning."
Time brings about changes, there is no doubt about it.
Wang Chong's purpose was clear. He did not really cede the two places, but wanted to obtain a temporary truce during the negotiation.
After hearing this, King Ling nodded after careful consideration: "Well, it's up to you. Tomorrow, I will reply to the King of Qin, and you will represent me to delay diplomacy with the State of Qin. In addition, I will send a letter to the country to urge the Prime Minister to transport the next batch of grain, grass and military equipment." ."
"I accept my order." Wang Chong saluted respectfully.
Lingguo's plan was good, but Xiao Yuan had no intention of negotiating peace with it.
the next day.
Before Wang Chong was ready for diplomacy, the Qin army was already approaching the city.
With such a large army pressing down on the territory, no matter how bad the Ling Army's intelligence was, they would have already received the news. At this moment, on top of Caizhou City, there were not only heavy troops deployed, but also various generals located in the middle of the city tower, looking up.
On the large plain outside the city gate, black armor and red tassels were overwhelming, forming several square formations, with no end in sight.
There were halberds standing in the forest, black flags fluttering in the wind, and the scene was full of chilling atmosphere.
Looking at such a large army, many Lingjun generals couldn't help but take a breath. Some subconsciously said: "The King of Qin has gathered such a force. It seems that he is going to attack Caizhou."
As soon as he finished speaking, the sound of horse hooves could be heard outside the city.
Xu Hu rode alone, holding a long sword, and rode to a place within a stone's throw, and began to shout:
"The spiritual army in the city listen!"
"I am General Xu Hu!"
"Today, by destiny, the army is pressing down on the border! You rats, why don't you surrender just yet!"
"If not, when the city is destroyed, no chickens or dogs will be left alive!"
He raised his sword and called the formation. His general's power has long been famous all over the world. All the generals swallowed their saliva. Yin Dian became angry and said: "Little Xu Hu, you are extremely arrogant! Wait until I go down and take his dog's head. Strengthen the reputation of our army!"
He lost troops and generals in the previous battle, but King Ling did not question him. In his heart, he was extremely eager to atone for his sins.
But Huang Zu stopped him: "Hold on, the Qin army is at its peak now, don't pay attention to it, just stick to the city defense."
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