In the backyard of the Yan family, in the study.
Yan Pu is sorting out the teachings on the Five Pecks of Rice. He doesn't like these teachings and is not very interested in them. But the Lord Zhang Lu is the Heavenly Master of the Five Dou Rice Road. He uses the Five Dou Rice Road to restrain the people and govern the place. He must understand these, otherwise it will be difficult to govern.
The teachings compiled by Yan Pu involve many means of educating the people and relieving the victims, which are what the government has to do. Nowadays, it is necessary to implement the teachings of the Five Pecks of Rice and integrate it into the Five Pecks of Rice.
This is quite troublesome.
But when Yan Pu was thinking, he felt agitated and a little uneasy for no reason.
As Zhang Lu's meritorious officer, he handled all government affairs for Zhang Lu. He knew the situation around Hanzhong very well. He knew that Cao Cao was dispatching troops and generals and had the intention of planning Hanzhong. He also knew that Lu Xuan was also actively preparing for war.
No matter which side, Hanzhong cannot resist. When a big wave comes, Hanzhong's size is completely unstoppable.
When Yan Pu was upset, another servant from the palace hurriedly entered and reported that Cao's army had entered Yangping Pass, Yang Ang surrendered to Cao Cao, and Cao Cao personally led the army towards Nanzheng.
Yan Pu was shocked when he heard the news.
Hanzhong's geographical location is very special. The Ziwu Road and Baoxie Road from Hanzhong to Guanzhong are narrow and difficult to navigate. Zhang Lu arranged for troops to guard the key roads, which was enough to prevent Cao Cao's army from going south directly.
Even if Cao Cao went south through Chencang and went out of Chencang's old route to Hanzhong, there would still be Yangping Pass guarding the pass, and Hanzhong would still be stable. Unexpectedly, Yang Ang, the commander of Yangping Pass, surrendered to Cao Cao.
Hanzhong's defense line collapsed instantly.
Yan Pu knew that the situation was urgent and must immediately report to Zhang Lu and consider the next arrangements. Just when Yan Pu was about to go to see Zhang Lu, an attendant came in and reported: "Master, there is a man named Fa Zheng outside, saying he is a visitor from Chengdu."
Yan Pu raised his eyebrows.
Visitors from Chengdu.
This is someone from Lu Xuan's side. Otherwise, there is no need to specifically say that he is a visitor from Chengdu.
Yan Pu returned to the seat and sat down, and ordered: "Invite people in."
The attendant went to notify him. After a while, Fazheng, wearing a black robe and a crown of virtue, strode into the study. As for Zhao Yun, he stayed outside the study. If anything happened, Zhao Yun could respond at any time.
Fazheng looked calm, clasped his hands together, smiled and said, "Prince Wu, remember that Fazheng has met Yan Gongcao."
Yan Pu said: "Your Excellency is here on behalf of the King of Wu. What can you do?"
Fazheng did not answer directly, but asked: "I wonder if Yan Gongcao got the news that Cao Cao invaded Hanzhong and came to Nanzheng?"
Yan Pu nodded and said, "I just got the news and am ready to report the situation to Master."
Fazheng was a little surprised. He waited for a long time before coming to see Yan Pu. Unexpectedly, Yan Pu had just received the news and had not yet discussed it with Zhang Lu.
However, it doesn't matter.
Fazheng got straight to the point: "I am here on behalf of the King of Wu. I hope that Yan Gongcao will surrender to the Kingdom of Wu and serve the King of Wu."
Yan Pu solemnly said: "King Wu's army did not enter Yangping Pass. Instead, Cao Cao's army entered Yangping Pass and came towards Nanzheng County. Cao Cao controlled Yangping Pass and guarded the pass, so Wu's army could not enter in a short time. This Under the premise, it is obviously more suitable to submit to Cao Cao."
Fazheng had already prepared a plan. He shook his head with a chuckle and said, "What Yan Gongcao said is somewhat contrary to his original intention."
Yan Pu asked: "What do you mean by this?"
Fa Zheng replied: "Yan Gongcao is a wise man. Can't he see that the general trend of the world lies with the state of Wu? With the King of Wu seizing Yizhou and controlling Jiameng Pass and Baishui Pass, even if Cao Cao seizes Hanzhong, it will be of no avail."
"Actually, it is impossible for Cao Cao to control Hanzhong. This time Cao Cao went south to attack Hanzhong. This time, King Wu lured the snake out of the cave and lured Cao Cao out of the pass, so that he could further destroy Cao Cao in Hanzhong."
Fazheng changed his rhetoric slightly.
Cao Cao's active attack turned into Lu Xuan leading the snake out of the hole, and Lu Xuan took the initiative.
Fazheng's eyes were bright and he said: "Let's just talk about the situation in Hanzhong. If Yang Ang surrenders, it will be no accident that Yang Ang will get the greatest benefit. Yan Gongcao must have no objection to this."
Yan Pu nodded and said, "Indeed."
Fazheng continued: "After Yang Ang has gained the greatest benefit, Yan Gongcao and Zhang Lu will get even less benefits if they submit to Cao Cao. You are forced to submit, and Yang Ang submits on his own initiative. I'm afraid Yang Ang is looking at you. , it’s like a thorn in my side, I can’t wait to get rid of you.”
Yan Pu replied: "The truth is correct."
Fazheng set out the conditions and promised: "As long as Yan Gongcao surrenders to the Kingdom of Wu, I promise on behalf of the King of Wu that Yan Gongcao will go one step further and serve as the prefect of Hanzhong."
Yan Pu looked filled with emotion and said: "Your Majesty, please talk to Yang Ang first, and then promise huge profits. It is indeed not easy to have a bright tongue. But for me, I need to consider your master's opinion. If your master does not surrender, I will not surrender." Possible betrayal.”
Fazheng said confidently: "Yan Gongcao doesn't have to worry about this. As long as you recommend me, I will definitely be able to persuade Zhang Lu."
Yan Pu said: "I'm afraid it won't be easy."
Fa Zheng looked determined and said with certainty: "Zhang Lu likes to preach. On behalf of the King of Wu, I make the decision to allow Zhang Lu to spread the Five Pecks of Rice Tao in the Kingdom of Wu. The government will not support it, nor will it prohibit it."
"As long as the Five Dou Rice Road cooperates with the government and obeys the government's arrangements, the Five Dou Rice Road will only expand and not shrink."
"Today's Five Dou Rice Road is limited to parts of Hanzhong and Yizhou. If Five Dou Rice Road can be preached in Wu State, I believe Zhang Lu will be willing, because the scale has expanded too much."
Fazheng said: "What Zhang Lu cares about is not power, but five buckets of rice. I will give him what he likes, and I believe Zhang Lu will not refuse."
A flash of light flashed across Yan Pu's eyes, and he asked, "Can you really make a promise on behalf of the King of Wu?"
Fa Zhengdao: "I fully represent the King of Wu."
Yan Pu was surprised by Fazheng's confidence, but he knew even more clearly that Lu Xuan was the strongest, and Zhang Lu was leaning towards Lu Xuan. Once Lu Xuan allowed Zhang Lu to preach in the Kingdom of Wu, even if he did not support or suppress him, it would be the biggest temptation for Zhang Lu.
Yan Pu no longer hesitated and said, "I would like to serve the King of Wu."
Fazheng smiled.
Instigating rebellion against Yan Pu completed the first step of his plan, followed by Zhang Lu.
Fazheng said urgently: "Yan Gongcao, let's go see Zhang Lu now. As long as Zhang Lu surrenders, even if Cao Cao enters Yangping Pass, we will have the strength to fight. After all, Nanzheng City is strong and can withstand the army."
Fa Zheng's actions in Nanzheng and the general strategy were based on Jia Xu's plan, and the real implementation was to adapt to the situation.
The original plan was for Cao Cao to invade Hanzhong. Fazheng used the pressure exerted by Cao Cao to persuade Zhang Lu to submit and leave Nanzheng to work under Lu Xuan. However, after Fazheng learned about the situation in Nanzheng, he believed that the city of Nanzheng was strong and the money and food were sufficient, so he had a chance to resist.
Yan Pu nodded and said, "Let's go."
As soon as the two of them left the study, Zhao Yun followed them immediately. When Zhao Yun left Yan Pu's residence, the hidden stakes of Wu State quietly followed Zhao Yun and hid around Zhang Lu's residence.
Fazheng, Zhao Yun and Yan Pu came to Zhang Lu's study. Zhao Yun still stayed outside the study. Yan Pu and Fazheng entered the study and saw Zhang Lu who was drawing talisman.
Talismans are a basic part of the Five Dou Rice Way, and Zhang Lu, as the Heavenly Master of the Five Dou Rice Way, is no exception.
Practice frequently so that you won’t become unfamiliar with it.
Zhang Lu looked up at Yan Pu and Fazheng, put down the cinnabar pen in his hand, and asked: "Yan Pu, you brought someone here, what can I do?"
Yan Pu said: "Master, this is King Wu's envoy Fazheng. He found me and said that he wants to see you on behalf of King Wu. I can't make a decision, please make a decision, Master."
Zhang Lu raised his eyebrows, very surprised.
Unexpectedly, Lu Xuan took the initiative to send envoys to Hanzhong.
