When Tsukama Kazuo heard Tokugawa Ieyasu's words, his mind buzzed twice and he was very shocked. He had no idea that Tokugawa Ieyasu would make such an arrangement.
It turned out to be surrender.
Tsukaima Kazuo had no hope for the war either. But Tsukauma Kazuo still persisted. He did not have the courage to fight and wanted to evacuate.
No, Tokugawa Ieyasu was that direct.
Tsukaima Kazuo thought for a while, considering Tokugawa Ieyasu's intentions. Logically speaking, with his understanding of Tokugawa Ieyasu, it was impossible for him to surrender without a fight. However, Tokugawa Ieyasu said such words.
Tsukama Kazuo looked puzzled and said: "Is His Majesty the Emperor's plan to pretend to surrender and then take advantage of the situation to kill him?"
"No, true surrender."
Tokugawa Ieyasu shook his head and answered.
"ah!!"
Tsukama Kazuo couldn't help but exclaimed in surprise, and said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, I don't understand what you mean?"
Tokugawa Ieyasu explained: "The emperor's plan is not complicated, or rather simple. We express our submission to Lu Xuan, but ask to retain our own military strength. As a vassal state of the Ming Dynasty, the Japanese country pays tribute to the Ming Dynasty every year. Accordingly. Yes, Lu Xuan withdraws his troops and keeps our Japanese country."
Tsukama Kazuo frowned and said: "Your Majesty the Emperor, I'm afraid it's impossible. After Lu Xuan fought with us, he understood our strength and thought it was enough to defeat us. Under this premise, it would be difficult for us to surrender while retaining our autonomy. .”
"No, you are wrong!"
A look of self-righteous understanding and confidence appeared on Tokugawa Ieyasu's face.
He is familiar with the people of the Central Plains.
This has always existed throughout history.
Tokugawa Ieyasu swore: "People in the Central Plains of China attach great importance to face. They are always more generous to foreign countries. As long as they express their submission and surrender, respect them as the heavenly kingdom and become their vassal state, they will give various benefits to them." kind of trust and benefit.”
"When the emperor mentions submission, he will definitely agree."
"We stay in the Japanese country and continue to hold power. Lu Xuan will not refuse. Because for an emperor like Lu Xuan, if we surrender, he will have achieved his goal and become famous overseas. The Japanese country is too small and there is no benefit."
"What Lu Xuan cares about is only his face, but he overwhelmed the Japanese country and established his authority."
Tokugawa Ieyasu looked confident and said: "It is absolutely feasible for us to serve the Ming Dynasty as our master and become their vassal. Although I am unwilling to submit to anyone, this is the only arrangement we can make now."
Tsukauma Kazuo was a little surprised when he heard this. Is the Central Plains like this?
He found it unbelievable.
Lu Xuan was extremely aggressive and looked aggressive. Would the Ming Dynasty be so naive?
Tsukama Kazuo was still skeptical and asked: "Your Majesty, is it true?"
"Of course it's true!"
Tokugawa Ieyasu nodded.
He said solemnly: "In my impression, the dynasties in the Central Plains are like this. They will not treat foreigners harshly, but will only treat their own people harshly. They would rather suffer hardships themselves than let others suffer."
"So we take the initiative to submit. Lu Xuan will be very excited because he has completed the credit of opening up the territory. Lu Xuan only wants the credit and does not care about the Japanese country. This is the most critical judgment."
Tsukama Kazuo felt that he was still confused, but he didn't say anything more and took the initiative: "His Majesty the Emperor is wise."
There was also a little hope in his heart.
His Majesty the Emperor is the reincarnation of a god, possessing endless knowledge and vision, so he is sure to make no mistakes.
Suddenly, Tsukama Kazuo thought of what happened during the day. At that time, His Majesty the Emperor and Lu Xuan talked about a lot of things. Lu Xuan claimed to be a big devil, which frightened His Majesty into silence and made him lose his composure for a moment.
Tsukama Kazuo decided to ask and said: "Your Majesty the Emperor, Lu Xuan is also the reincarnation of a god. Who is he?"
"How does the emperor know who he is?"
Tokugawa Ieyasu immediately became angry and answered in a harsh tone.
Tsukama Kazuo's expression froze.
When it comes to Lu Xuan, the emperor's attitude is a little different, which makes people feel abnormal.
Tokugawa Ieyasu returned to normal and explained: "I don't know the more specific situation. I only know that Lu Xuan is the spokesperson of the false god in the Central Plains, and he is definitely the most vicious person."
Tsukauma Kazuo cursed in his heart.
This is tantamount to not saying anything, it is still a mystery. Tsukama Kazuo also knows very well that his emperor and Riku Xuan must have a certain relationship.
Tokugawa Ieyasu further said: "I would be worried if someone else went on this mission, and other people would not be able to complete the mission. Therefore, you must go in person."
"As you command!"
Tsukama Kazuo answered immediately.
He looked a little solemn and said: "Shall I go back to Kyoto with His Majesty the Emperor and prepare afresh before going? Or should I take a short rest now and go back to see Lu Xuan."
Tokugawa Ieyasu thought for a while and said in a deep voice: "We must seize the time. If you don't follow me back, we will go to see Lu Xuan."
Tsukaima Kazuo agreed again.
Half an hour later, Tokugawa Ieyasu rested and continued to retreat, while Tsukama Kazuo stayed where he was to rest. In fact, from the bottom of his heart, he was unwilling to stay. If he really wanted to surrender, he thought he could give it a try.
Now we are not really asking for surrender. We must not only surrender, but also maintain our autonomy and control the army. It is equivalent to giving Lu Xuan face.
Is this possible?
However, His Majesty the Emperor looked very determined.
Tsukama Kazuo rested where he was. The next morning, when it was bright, he straightened his clothes and walked back. Because Lu Xuan's army was still resting in the rear, Tsukama Kazuo returned to the place where the camp was stationed and saw Lu Xuan's garrison.
Lu Xuan's arrangement was to proceed steadily and advance slowly to ensure that every step was taken steadily. Under this premise, every time Lu Xuan takes a step forward, Tokugawa Ieyasu's strength will weaken by one point.
Tsukama Kazuo went to ask for a meeting, and the news was quickly delivered to Lu Xuan.
Lu Xuan was surprised that Tokugawa Ieyasu sent someone.
And they are here to seek peace.
Lu Xuan was curious about what gesture Tokugawa Ieyasu would take and ordered the soldiers to bring Tsukama Kazuo in.
Tsukauma Kazuo entered the camp and saluted: "The envoy of Japan, Tsukauma Kazuo, pays homage to His Majesty the Ming Emperor."
After the translation, Lu Xuan said directly: "What did Tokugawa Ieyasu arrange for you to do?"
Tsukaima Kazuo said: "Reporting to His Majesty the Emperor, His Majesty arranged for me to come here in the hope of a truce between the Ming Dynasty and the Japanese state. His Majesty the Emperor expressed his willingness to submit to the Ming Emperor as a vassal state of the Ming Dynasty, respect the Ming Dynasty as the suzerain state, and submit to the Ming Dynasty every year. for."
Lu Xuan smiled half-smilingly and said, "What Tokugawa Ieyasu means is that just by surrendering to me, my army will be withdrawn, right?"
Tsukauma Kazuo explained: "Reporting to His Majesty the Great Emperor, it is not about evacuation. After the Japanese state became a vassal, it was already a vassal state of the Ming Dynasty. There is no need to fight anymore. It is normal for the Ming army to withdraw. By then, the Japanese state will pay tribute every year. "
"That's a good idea!"
Lu Xuan mocked: "When Tokugawa Ieyasu arranged for you to come, didn't you think that his arrangement was brainless? If I were in the Ming Dynasty and Japan took the initiative to become a vassal, it would naturally be different."
"Now, I have won one after another, from the battle of Guangfu City, the battle of Toyama Castle, to this battle. In my hands, I have captured countless Japanese and achieved unprecedented victory."
"Obviously I have the advantage and have the opportunity to completely eliminate Tokugawa Ieyasu. Why should I be the one who takes advantage of him and leave people like Tokugawa Ieyasu behind?"
Lu Xuan said: "Do you think, and Tokugawa Ieyasu, that I am a fool?"
Tsukama Kazuo's expression froze.
It is indeed difficult to handle.
How to do it?
Tsukama Kazuo quickly used his brain to think about how to persuade him next?
But in the face of absolute strength, Tsukama Kazuo couldn't think of anything else he could do. After thinking for a while, he really had no choice but to say with a sincere look: "Your Majesty, the Emperor is sincerely submitting to the Ming Dynasty and is willing to respect the Ming Dynasty as the main one. He has absolutely no second thoughts. Please tell me clearly!"
Lu Xuan said in a deep voice: "An old fox like Tokugawa Ieyasu is not as sincere as a pig or a dog. It is impossible for me to agree to Tokugawa Ieyasu's conditions. The Japanese country must be destroyed."
Tsukama Kazuo was a little impatient, the task was too difficult.
He once felt that His Majesty the Emperor was omnipotent and omnipotent. Now, he found that when His Majesty the Emperor met the Ming Emperor, it was as if he had met his nemesis. He was suppressed everywhere and could not play any role.
Everything is difficult to handle.
Tsukaima Kazuo solemnly said: "Your Majesty, the Emperor is really willing to surrender."
Lu Xuan said solemnly: "I don't need it."
Tsukauma Kazuo's expression froze. He found that even though he was eloquent and had many ideas, he was completely unable to implement them. He was silent for a moment, then bowed and said: "Since His Majesty the Emperor is unwilling, I will take my leave. I will go back and tell His Majesty the Emperor."
There was a smile in Lu Xuan's eyes and he said, "What are you so anxious about? I also have something to say that I want to talk to you about."
Tsukama Kazuo's heart beat twice and his breathing became a little short. He looked at Lu Xuan, licked his chapped lips, and asked, "What does His Majesty, the Great Emperor, mean?"
