However, facing the threat of Cao Cao's hundreds of thousands of troops, Cheng Pu and others did not dare to make it clear that they would send troops to assist Liu Bei.

After all, Cao Cao did not say that he would attack Jiangdong. Even when faced with Jiangdong's provocation, Cao Cao ordered his navy to retreat and maintain sufficient restraint. If under such circumstances, Sun Quan insisted on sending troops, he would have to face more than just Cao Cao.

Revenge, and the backlash from the Jiangdong gentry.

There are many aristocratic families in the Eastern Han Dynasty. Although they have not yet formed the clan structure of the Southern and Northern Dynasties, they still occupy a decisive position in politics.

Most of Jiangdong believed that they should stick to Jiangdong and support Liu Bei conditionally.

But when it comes to sending troops to help with great fanfare, no one agrees.

Sun Quan was also undecided. After being so upset during the day, he returned to the mansion and still felt the inexplicable pressure...

"My lord, Mr. Motor wants to see you."

"Ah, please quickly!"

Sun Quan hurriedly stood up and gave orders. After a while, he saw a man in black walking into the hall. The man looked like a hawk looking at the wolf, his cheeks were thin and angular, and he showed a look of fortitude. It was just that

His face was covered with scars, making people afraid to look at it. He stepped forward and saluted, "Ma Da has disturbed me late at night. I hope you will forgive me, my lord."

"Zhong Zixi, please be polite. Please sit down quickly."

This Ma Da is older than Sun Quan, about thirty years old.

When he spoke, he had a strong Hanoi accent, which showed that he came from the north.

Zhongzi is his cousin.

As for its meaning, no one knows.

This person started out in Yuzhang and was recommended by Gu Yong, the prefect of Yuzhang. Although he is not very old, he is calm, capable, and quick-thinking. At the same time, he is also very low-key and rarely expresses his ideas in front of others. So that most people

Sometimes, people will ignore the existence of this person.

But to Sun Quan, Mr. Ma Zhongzi had a great mind and was an extraordinary figure.

"My lord, are you still worried about Cao Liu?"

"Um!"

Sun Quan patted his forehead lightly and said with a wry smile: "Zi Jing Ziyu insisted on sending troops to assist Liu Bei. He said that if Liu Bei died, Jiangdong would be in danger. However, Zibu and others said that Cao Cao was entrusted by the emperor to order the princes, and what he did was...

There is no fault. Now he is attacking Jingchu in the name of great righteousness, without peeking at Jiangdong. If troops are sent out at this time, Jiangdong will not act in the name of great righteousness, and will bring huge disasters.

I also understand Zijing Ziyu’s thoughts, and I am also determined to send troops.

But the soldiers and horses east of the Yangtze River are better at water warfare... The land of Jingchu is densely covered with mountains and rivers. If you rashly land to fight, you will get into trouble if you don't do it right.

Zhongzi, what do you think?"

Sun Quan was a very decisive person and rarely showed such embarrassment in front of others.

It's not that he didn't know Cao Cao's plan, but he couldn't find a suitable solution. Cao Cao didn't conflict with him at all, and even tended to retreat. If Cao Cao's troops did not enter Jiangdong, Sun Quan would not be able to find him.

A suitable excuse.

At the same time, Sun Quan is also very aware of his own strengths and weaknesses.

If it is a water battle, he may not be afraid of Cao Cao. But once a land battle occurs, the soldiers and horses in Jiangdong will not only have a numerical disadvantage, but they will also be unable to compare with the northern army's majestic victory over Youzhou and their high morale. In this case,

Should he send troops or not?

Sending troops may not be useful.

If you don't send troops, you will die sooner or later.

This is why Sun Quan is confused...

Ma Da laughed, with a hint of weirdness in his laughter.

"When Da was in Yuzhang, he once heard that when Sun Kuaiji was about to leave an orphan on his deathbed, he said, 'Ask Zhang Zhao if you are not sure about domestic affairs, and ask Zhou Yu if you are not sure about foreign affairs.' Now it is difficult for the Marquis of Wu to make a decision, so why not send someone to ask Governor Zhou for advice? He is in charge of Jiangdong.

The navy must know the depth of this best."

"this……"

Sun Quan showed hesitation.

He had actually thought of Zhou Yu for a long time, but he couldn't decide whether he should send someone to inquire.

Zhou Yu was close to Sun Ce. Remember, it was Sun Ce, not the Sun family. He and Sun Ce were close friends, and they worked together and fought side by side. They had high prestige in Jiangdong. Sun Quan took over from Sun Ce.

However, Sun Ce also had a son. Moreover, Zhou Yu and Sun Ce were brothers-in-law, which inevitably caused a gap between Zhou Yu and Sun Quan.

Sun Shao grew up day by day, and gradually became like his father.

Although Sun Ce has been dead for nearly ten years, and Sun Quan's position has become increasingly stable, Sun Ce's influence cannot be ignored...

Especially the old generals like Cheng Pu, whenever they mention Sun Ce, they always feel nostalgic.

This is also one of the main reasons why Sun Quan firmly imprisoned Sun Shao in Fuchun. Sun Quan certainly does not want his position to be taken away by Sun Shao one day. Sun Shao is his father Yu Yin, and Jiangdong has a backer like Zhou Yu. After all,

It is a big threat to Sun Quan. Originally, Sun Shao had been gradually forgotten under Sun Quan's suppression. But he didn't expect Cao Cao to suddenly come to Jiangdong to marry his daughter to Sun Shao!

This made Sun Quan immediately nervous.

At the same time, Sun Shao, who had been suppressed for eight years, once again appeared in everyone's sight.

Sun Quan was a very sinister man, and his methods were extremely ruthless. The marriage between Lu Xun and the Gu family made Sun Ce quite nervous. It was Sun Quan who took the initiative and tried to poison the Gu family's daughter, and through Lu Xun's cousin Lu Wan, he instigated

The relationship between the Gu and Lu families destroyed the connection between the Jiangdong nobles. Unexpectedly, when the work was completed, it was accidentally destroyed by Cao Peng. Later, it was the Gu and Lu families who handed over their private soldiers, which made Sun Quan calm down.

.However, from this we can see that Sun Quan is a man who will do whatever it takes to achieve his goals.

If Sun Shao was not noticed by the world, Sun Quan would not mind trying to get rid of Sun Shao.

But it was precisely because of his soft-heartedness back then that it became extremely difficult for him to take action now. Now Sun Shao is not only paid attention to by the Jiangdong nobles, but also by veterans such as Cheng Pu. At the same time, Wu Guotai went to Fuchun and also

To a large extent, Sun Quan did not dare to act rashly.

Zhou Yu...Zhou Yu!

Sun Quan hesitated for a long time, "In that case, please trouble Zhongzi and go to Chaisang."

"This is a matter of duty."

"Zhongzi, you said that Cao Cao requested a marriage, should I agree?"

A flash of surprise flashed in Ma Da's eyes, "Wu Hou, why do you refuse?"

"this……"

Ma Da smiled and said: "Sun Shao is the son of Sun Kuaiji, and more importantly, the son of Wu Hou. Now is the critical moment in Jiangdong, and it is also the time when he is serving the Sun family and sharing the worries of Wu Hou. Da believes that the world today is composed of all heroes.

The beginning is quite similar to that of the Warring States Period. Why doesn't Marquis Wu ask Mr. Shao to go to Xudu to get married? In this way, he can express his position to Cao Cao and gain more time to prepare."

Send Sun Shao to Xudu?

Sun Quan's eyes suddenly lit up, he looked at the motor and suddenly smiled.

It is better to say that it is a marriage than a pledge. In this way, Sun Shao's departure from Jiangdong will further weaken Sun Ce's influence. At the same time, for Sun Quan, it is equivalent to solving a personal problem. Cheng Pu and the others

Even if they want to support Sun Shao, how can they support him? Is it possible that they will go to Xudu? Without Sun Shao, Sun Quan's position will be more stable.

"What Zhongzi said is absolutely true."

Sun Quan expressed his approval with a look of joy on his face.

"But, how should Liu Bei solve it?"

If Zhou Yu wants to send troops, should I agree?

Ma Da smiled and said: "It's inappropriate to say too much about my lord's decision. But it doesn't matter whether we send troops or not. What's important is how our lord should seek more benefits from this matter. Although Liu Bei said that he wanted to leave Guiyang

.But Liu Bei cannot decide Guiyang. Although he has occupied Changsha, his foundation is not stable. If the lord wants to win Guiyang, it is best to have a famous teacher... I wonder what the lord thinks?"

Motor said goodbye and left!

But Sun Quan no longer felt sleepy at all.

From Ma Da's words, he heard a hint of mystery.

If you want to get Guiyang justifiably, you will be in an invincible position regardless of Liu Bei's victory or defeat.

He can secretly help Liu Bei resist Cao Cao through Guiyang. At the same time, he can strengthen Jiangdong's strength to prevent Cao Cao's future conquests.

Ma Da disapproves of sending troops!

But he agreed and gave Liu Bei a certain amount of help, allowing Liu Bei to contain Cao Cao's troops...

Well, that should be the meaning! The meaning hidden in Ma Da's words just now should be roughly like this.

However, how to proceed requires a more detailed plan.

Sun Quan closed his eyes. After a moment, he suddenly got up and walked out of the bedroom.

"Someone is coming!"

"Here!"
Chapter completed!