I am not a counselor, I am trying to survive in the late Han Dynasty

Chapter 284 Did you misunderstand something...

Chen Qun's negotiation skills are quite good.

The so-called basis of cooperation is mutual trust. Trust between two strangers is very difficult to establish. If you can grasp the scandal of the other party as soon as possible and find out that the other party is not a perfect person, many things will be easier to talk about later.

Mr. Ai's previous question about Xu Shu's Zou family just gave Chen Qun some inspiration. He said that Xu Shu coveted beauties and described Xu Shu as a good widow and a lustful person. If we continue to talk about this, we will definitely talk with a straight face than everyone else. Things were much better on those scenes.

Cao Cao's Mrs. Ding and Mrs. Bian have both fallen. Now Xu Shu targets Cao Cao's other wives, which is very reasonable.

Chen Qun was very happy to be able to complete the task and also have a slight impact on Xu Shu's reputation.

Cai Mao was silent for a moment and muttered:

"Well, well, I didn't expect General Xu to be such a person."

Damn it, what we were talking about just now was all about business, and all of a sudden I was brought here.

Sure enough, the great virtues and the like have to be implemented into interests in the end, but what woman can compare with those things discussed before.

Chen Qun tried not to laugh, thinking that I was very familiar with the moral integrity of these wealthy families. If I told Xu Shu that he fell in love with Cao Cao's woman, Cai Mao wouldn't be angry with me because of such a thing, but it would be difficult for him to decide whether to give her or not. .

When the fight really breaks out, Cai Hao will definitely refuse to fight if he has this "escape route" in his mind. When other families suffer losses, they will also advise him to surrender quickly.

If I really get the Zou family, Xu Yuan will be blamed for being lecherous in the history books, but women will be enjoyed by the principal. The principal will definitely praise me for my loyalty and ability.

Hehe, yes, it has to be me.

As long as the negotiation is good, Zhang Ji's woman doesn't matter, it shouldn't be difficult for me to get Cai Mao to hand it over.

But Chen Qun never expected that his smile would cause Cai Mao to make a major misjudgment.

Housewife...

This topic suddenly came up again, and it was a married woman who was as important as the big things we talked about before.

Tsk.

Cai Hao didn't think about Zhang Ji's wife Zou at first. He felt shuddering when he saw Chen Qun looking at him with a sly look on his face.

I'm afraid Xu Shu has a crush on my little sister.

Cai Mao's younger sister married Liu Biao as his stepmother. When Cao Cao went to see Liu Biao before, Liu Biao introduced Cao Cao to his family in order to express his respect for Cao Cao. Cao Cao was a little tempted after meeting Mrs. Cai, but Cao Cao now relies on Liu Biao. I don't dare to covet Liu Biao's wife, so I can only look at her and express my feelings as a scholar, treating it as an elegant thing.

But Xu Shu is different.

They recaptured the Emperor from Yuan Shao this time, which can be said to have greatly enhanced their reputation. After Lu Bu and Liu Bei formed an alliance, they could conquer in all directions in the name of the Emperor. Liu Biao, who had repeatedly trespassed and alliance with Yuan Shao, would definitely be hit.

Afterwards, Yuan Shao would definitely not be reconciled to defeat and would go south again. Lu Bu and Liu Bei would definitely not allow Cao Cao to send troops from Wancheng like this time, and soon kill them in the hinterland. After this crisis, they would not force the army to move forward no matter what. Come and attack Nanyang.

This is telling me conditions.

Cai Mao thought that Xu Shu wanted to communicate through Chen Qun and eliminate Liu Biao. Cai Mao's sister could still be favored and the Cai family's status could still be preserved. This was a promise to the Cai family. It didn't sound wrong.

Wow, this Xu Shu is thinking long-term. In order to achieve something big, he doesn't consider the age gap at all. He is a ruthless person.

He thought for a long time and couldn't help but nodded slightly, with a happy face.

"Okay, General Xu is really quick to talk, and he is worthy of being the hero who saved the emperor. I...well, I will send some more food and grass to General Xu. I really look forward to having a nice conversation with General Xu and discussing important matters together."

Chen Qun didn't expect Cai Mao to be so enthusiastic, so he smiled and said:

"Easy to say, easy to say. Mr. Cai is kind. I will tell the truth to General Xu."

The two laughed loudly. Cai Mao invited Chen Qun to have a banquet with the wealthy families in Jingzhou in the evening. Chen Qun did not refuse and allowed Cai Mao to arrange the reception.

Wenpin moved furtively to Cai Hao and asked in a low voice:

"Mr. Cai, why did this man suddenly ask about the women in the city?

He also specifically stated that he wanted a wife. I felt that there must be some fraud in this matter. "

Cai Hao coughed dryly:

"Whatever, just wait and see what happens."

"I think Chen Qun is so sanctimonious, but I don't know what he is thinking privately.

Maybe he just wanted to have fun in the name of being an envoy, so why didn't he just say so? "

Cai Hao rolled his eyes:

"Just think about it, major events here have not yet been decided. How can anyone ask you directly, 'Are there any prostitutes in this city?' Even if you are not crazy, right?"

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Chen Qun's mission must have attracted the attention of Cao Jun who stayed behind.

Cao Ang was worried and worried about what Chen Qun might do, so he discussed countermeasures with Wang Bi. Wang Bi suggested that he should imitate Banchao, the Hou of Dingyuan, who struck first and killed Chen Qun directly, and then blamed Cai Mao, forcing Cai Mao to stand on his side. This way.

This should be considered an idea, but Cao Ang was worried that Cao Cao would completely lose his foothold in Jingzhou and it would be even more dangerous in the future, so he could only shake his head and reject the idea.

Cao Cao is currently engaged in a tense war in Yingchuan, and all logistics supplies must be supplied from Yingchuan. If Cao Ang acts rashly, Cao Cao's military supplies in front may be directly cut off, and he cannot take this risk.

"Oh, what a pity."

This time Cao's army attacked with all its main force. Only Cao Ang and Cao Hong led less than 700 people to stay in Wancheng. The army was all in the hands of Cai Mao. If not, they could have taken advantage of Xu Shu's unsteady footing to launch an attack, but now they can only You can see Cai Mao's face.

It was late at night, Cao Ang was tossing and turning on the bed, remembering that when he was in Yanzhou, he and Xu Shu were still very good friends. If Guo Jia hadn't been jealous of talents, this matter wouldn't have turned out like this.

Now my father is attacking Yingchuan. I heard that everything is going smoothly, but the smoother it goes, the more nervous Cao Ang becomes.

Xu Yuanzhi, who was still under Cao Jun's command back then, has now become General Xu who welcomes the emperor. Cao Ang is proud of Xu Shu's success today, and deeply regrets that Cao Jun is now lonely.

All this should belong to us, but it's a pity...it's a pity...

He shook his head, driving these past memories out of his mind.

Now that they have turned against each other, these old friendships can only be temporarily put aside.

Yuan Zhi should not dare to attack the city. With his usual style, he should be looking for traitors everywhere now. I have to be careful about Cai Mao at all times. If anything happens to Cai Mao, I have to hurry...

While Cao Ang was thinking, he suddenly felt that the sky in front of him seemed to light up.

He didn't react at first, but then he jumped up.

No, where is the fire?

Could it be that Zhang Kai sent people to set fire to the city?

Cao Ang rushed out, only to find that everything was fine in the city. The fire came from outside the city and was clearly coming from the direction of Xu Shujun. The fire soared into the sky and burned the sky brightly!

"What, what's going on?" Cai Mao was still entertaining Chen Qun for a banquet. When he saw a fire in the direction of Xu Shu's military camp, everyone stayed where they were.

"Mr. Cai, what do you mean?" Chen Qun asked angrily, trembling all over.

Cai Mao was also dumbfounded and said after a long while:

"I, I don't know, is there a fire in Xu Yuanzhi's army?"

Chen Qun breathed a sigh of relief when he saw that Cai Mao didn't seem to be faking it. Cai Mao quickly asked someone to find out what happened. Soon, Wenpin sent a piece of news that almost made Cai Mao vomit blood.

"Yes, it's Wei Yan." Wenpin said with a mournful face, "Yes, it was Wei Yan who took it upon himself to raid Xu Shu's camp, and set fire everywhere, fearing that something big was going to happen!"

"Who is Wei Yan?" Cai Mao was startled for a moment, then reacted and slapped his thigh suddenly, "This, this, this beast, does harm to people!"

The conscience of heaven and earth, Cai Mao just said casually at that time, Wenpin came to Zhouxuan to plead for mercy, Cai Mao would definitely not let Wei Yan die rashly.

Unexpectedly, Wei Yan actually ignored Xu Shu's army and actually attacked Xu Shu's army!

You should say something before you go so that we can work together...

If Xu Shu was completely destroyed by Wei Yan, it would be a good thing.

But if it doesn't work, this raging fire will become a very evil thing!

Wow, the emperor sent people to mourn, and you sent people to attack and set fire to it, right?

Then you are truly a pure minister of the Han Dynasty, an iron-clad hero of the Han Dynasty. Later, Lu Bu and Liu Bei shouted in anger and came to attack you on behalf of the emperor. I am afraid that at that time, Jingzhou's wealthy families will also have to quickly draw a clear line. The dead Taoist friend will not die the poor Taoist. .

"Animal, animal thing."

Cai Mao was so angry that he was almost foaming at the mouth.

It was good for everyone to chat and gossip together. Even if Xu Shu got a few days of military rations, would he still dare to attack by force?

My etiquette has arrived, and it would be wrong to raise an unknown teacher.

But what's going on with Wei Yan? You...what do you mean by sneak attack and setting fire?

"Mr. Cai! Okay, everyone says they don't know, but you are the only one who knows! How dare you say you didn't do it!

OK, I got it! Cai Gong sent food today, and then took advantage of General Xu to relax his vigilance and send people to sneak attack, yes or no! "Chen Qun's body was trembling with anger - Cai Mao sent food and then took the opportunity to sneak attack. This is very reasonable.

Thinking that Cai Mao actually used him as an envoy to plot against Xu Shu, Chen Qun was so angry that he turned away. His eyes turned red, and he rolled up his sleeves to challenge Cai Mao.

Cai Mao couldn't argue - he really didn't do this, but someone had to believe it.

He had told everyone how he severely punished Wei Yan before as a joke. Now everyone has to believe that it was Cai Mao who instigated it, and even did such a thing when the emperor's envoy arrived.

"Mr. Cai is confused!"

"Yes, Mr. Cai, how could you do such a thing!"

"If you say this, we Jingzhou scholars will not be able to argue in front of the emperor!"

Some people really feel aggrieved for Cai Mao, and some are taking advantage of the situation to get angry.

Cai Mao's power is too great and his family is too powerful, so many people are looking forward to his misfortune.

At this moment, they are all criticizing Cai Mao. They don't want Cai Mao to go crazy and cause all the wealthy families in Jingzhou to become rebels who will kill the emperor's envoys.

Cai Hao was so frightened that he quickly said:

"What are you waiting for? Hurry, hurry, go check it out."

Cai Hao quickly lit up his troops and horses and quickly left the city, running towards the direction of the fire.

When Cao Hong saw the fire, he also slapped his thigh:

"Okay, there's a fire!

It seems that even if Xu Shu doesn't die this time, most of him will be injured!

I immediately mobilized my troops to hunt them down, and I must not let him get away! "

Cao Ang hesitated for a moment, always feeling that something was wrong.

But looking at the flames soaring into the sky, he could only nod his head:

"Okay, uncle, be careful not to fall into the trap."

Cao Hong laughed and said:

"What kind of plot can there be? Xu Shu is also a human being. Cai Mao has sent so many troops this time. What is there to be afraid of?"

Even if there is an ambush, we will hide behind us. Even if we are defeated, we can return immediately. "

"It's best this way." Cao Ang said a little worriedly, "Be careful of Xu Yuanzhi's plan, I guess there must be some trickery here."

"I know, I know!" Cao Hong waved his hand and said confidently, "The soldiers will block the water and come to Tutun. Hey, Cai Mao sent them so much food and grass today. It is natural for them to let down their vigilance and be attacked by surprise.

Hey, Cai Mao has bad intentions and must be silenced. I can just follow them. "

No one believed that Wei Yan's sneak attack had nothing to do with Cai Mao. Cai Mao must have made a plan to attack Xu Shu before and took advantage of the opportunity to deliver food. Xu Shu was unprepared this time and must have suffered heavy losses. It was just the time to take revenge.

Cao Ang nodded and sighed:

"Okay, if we capture Yuan Zhi... please spare his life!"

"Why is Zixiu like this?" Cao Hong said dissatisfiedly, "Xu Shu has harmed us like this. If I catch Xu Shu, I will definitely chop him into pieces!"

(End of this chapter)