ATPnovel Chapter 65 Strategy Against Yuan
Chapter 65 Strategy Against Yuan
The carriage swayed and rocked forward, just like Chen Gong's state of mind at that moment.
He looked at the tall figure riding Red Hare not far ahead.
A relieved smile played on his lips!
In a sense, Lü Bu was like a child who never grew up.
He has to make many decisions, and he always makes some inexplicable mistakes.
But no matter what he did, he couldn't bring himself to truly give up!
Because Lü Bu and Cao Cao were fundamentally different, he was able to correct them!
Even so, the hope is extremely slim!
This time, Lü Bu underwent such a significant change because of that gentle and refined young man.
perhaps.
Could the hope be even greater?
Thinking of Li Zhao, Chen Gong felt a mix of emotions.
He hadn't had much contact with this person when he went to Linzi before.
But I also deeply realized how terrifying this person was.
Besides those top-quality grains, they also managed Qingzhou very well.
He still has the ability to subdue Lü Bu, and he really wants to have a good talk with this person.
Upon arriving in Linzi, Sun Fu reappeared.
The two situations were completely different, though the two events occurred less than a month apart.
Last time he was Lu Bu's envoy, but this time... he has already fallen under Li Zhao's control.
"Lord Sun, how have you been?" Chen Gong greeted him politely.
Sun Fu, still wearing his signature smile, cupped his hands in a respectful bow and said, "You're too kind, sir."
"Please come with me, my lord requests your presence!"
then.
He looked at Lü Bu beside him and said, "Thank you for your hard work, General. Please settle the rest of the people in, and then head to the Prime Minister's residence."
"Alright!" Lu Bu nodded and quickly went to attend to other matters.
This scene left Chen Gong speechless!
Lu Bu, who never took anyone seriously, was surprisingly obedient.
Suppressing the shock in his heart, Chen Gong quickly followed Sun Fu toward the Prime Minister's residence.
Before I even got close, I spotted a familiar figure!
He didn't have much contact with Li Zhao when he came last time.
Now that his identity has completely changed, he really wants to have a good talk with the other party.
"Sir, I suppose you have some different thoughts about coming here this time?" Li Zhao stepped forward with a smile.
That being said, he didn't show any signs of being annoying.
Chen Gong bowed respectfully, "Thank you for your hospitality last time, Your Excellency. I remember it well."
"Now that we have the chance to meet again, I can take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude!"
"Sir, there's no need for such formality!"
After exchanging pleasantries, Chen Gong was invited inside.
Actually.
In his view, Li Zhao had already done so much, there was no need for him to lower his stance so much.
There's only one purpose to doing this: either you're putting on an act for yourself.
If it's true, then at least show him some respect!
With this mindset, Chen Gong apologized for Lü Bu's actions as soon as he sat down.
Regardless, I made a promise last time that I would take the grain with me.
However, in the end, Lü Bu not only failed to keep his promise, but also took the initiative to lead his troops to attack.
It's simply unacceptable if they don't give an explanation!
But what he didn't expect was...
Li Zhao didn't give him a chance to speak at all, and directly placed a letter on the table in front of him.
After a brief hesitation, Chen Gong picked it up, read the contents, and frowned deeply.
This is a letter from Yuan Shao, requesting that they provide grain and fodder to Ji Province.
Furthermore, it was done in the name of the imperial court, and it also implied to them not to oppose the Yuan family.
Otherwise, the consequences will be dire!
Throughout the process, Li Zhao observed the other party's reaction.
He was well aware of the awe and reverence that the scholars and intellectuals of the time held for the Yuan family.
Even Liu Bei couldn't escape this vicious cycle.
however.
Strangely, Chen Gong did not exhibit this behavior.
Instead, he remained silent, seemingly pondering how to handle the situation.
Li Zhao didn't urge him, and just waited silently.
"I have some ideas, and I wonder if the Prime Minister would be willing to listen?" Chen Gong said calmly.
Li Zhao nodded. "Please speak!"
"Yuan Shao's family background is powerful, and he has a wealth of strategists under his command; his strength should not be underestimated!"
"But analyzing who is stronger or weaker is meaningless, because we shouldn't have any direct conflict with him in the first place!"
"Qingzhou is currently in a stable situation, and its people live and work in peace and contentment. Maintaining this state will attract even more people from all over the world!"
"I believe this is the key point. As for Yuan Shao's various demands, we should find a way to meet them!"
"Although this person is insatiable, we can use this opportunity to appease him..."
At this point, he paused deliberately and looked up at Li Zhao intently.
Having ideas and suggestions is one thing, but whether the other party can accept them is the key.
Having served under Lü Bu for so long, he knew all too well what it felt like to be stubborn and unwilling to listen to advice.
"I understand your thoughts, sir..." Li Zhao nodded and put the letter away.
"It's a great honor to have you say such things, sir!"
"From now on, please stay here, sir!"
"Here, you can freely express any thoughts you have; there's no right or wrong."
"The final decision was made by me, and it has nothing to do with my husband!"
Seeing him stand up, Chen Gong also stood up and asked, "What are the Prime Minister's thoughts?"
"Just as you said, we will meet all of Yuan Shao's demands!"
"As for the current situation, someone will take action soon. We have already shown the appropriate attitude in the previous events, and the world should understand that."
"At this point, one should do everything in one's power to protect oneself."
"If you can't even protect yourself, what else is there to talk about? Right?" Li Zhao said calmly.
These words stirred up a tidal wave in Chen Gong's heart.
Even seemingly normal conversations, or simply being understood, are extremely precious to him.
Finally, I can face my lord without having to treat him like a child!
"I have one last question!" Chen Gong said, looking at Li Zhao's retreating figure.
"As I just said, you can say anything you want here!" Li Zhao turned to look at him.
What is your opinion of Cao Cao?
"The world belongs to all people. If even individual citizens don't care, what right do they have to talk big?"
After saying these words, he turned and left.
Only Chen Gong remained, still standing there blankly, unable to react for a long time.
Back then...
He completely turned against Cao Cao because he didn't respect ordinary people.
And they showed absolutely no remorse for the crimes they had committed.
How can someone like that achieve great things?
But Li Zhao is different...
He not only said that, but everything in Qingzhou today is true!
"I am Chen Gong, and I am willing to dedicate myself to serving my lord with all my might, even unto death!"
After an unknown amount of time, he slowly knelt on the ground and respectfully bowed in the direction Li Zhao had left...
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