Reborn in the Three Kingdoms, I stole Liu Bei's uncle

Guo Jia smiled faintly and said, "I'm here to discuss a deal with Jiangdong."

Zhang Zhao was slightly stunned. He did not expect Guo Jia to be so straightforward.

This sentence also successfully caused some great scholars to have doubts in their hearts.

Although the Han Dynasty was in decline, it was still the orthodox emperor and the hope of the world, so basic etiquette should have been observed.

How can an envoy of the emperor talk about business without saying anything?

The world is in decline, people's hearts are no longer the same as before, where is the majesty of the emperor? Where is the majesty of the Han Dynasty?

Guo Jia naturally saw some contempt in the looks, but he didn't care at all. In the eyes of those orthodox Confucians, he was originally considered a heretic. So what did it matter if he was charged with one more crime?

Zhang Zhao had heard of Guo Jia's reputation a long time ago. He was very intelligent, but he did not follow etiquette and laws. When he met him today, he found that it was true.

If he met such a person at an ordinary banquet, Zhang Zhao would definitely scold him and then leave in anger. But now it is different for Guo Jia. He is the emperor's envoy and an important minister of the emperor's uncle. Each of these identities tells him that he should not be underestimated.

"Fengxiao, you are a man of quick words. I really admire you. In that case, please tell me clearly, Fengxiao?"

Guo Jia looked at Zhang Zhao, who was pretending to be stupid, and didn't care. He said calmly: "The court will give Sun Zhongmou a title, and Jiangdong will send troops to Jingzhou."

Zhang Zhao thought that this was indeed a purpose. Although he had expected it, he pretended to be ignorant. He deliberately hesitated for a long time before slowly saying, "Now that the general who suppressed the rebellion has just passed away, the political situation in Jiangdong is unstable and they are busy with their own affairs, how can they have the strength to send troops to Jingzhou?"

Guo Jia said: "Zi Bu is also a wise man. How could he not understand the current situation? If Jiangdong does not have the tacit approval of the court, it will be unjustifiable for him to rule Jiangdong. At that time, the land of Jiangdong will definitely be used by those with ulterior motives to plunge Jiangdong into war."

Zhang Zhao was thinking that although Guo Jia's words were a bit exaggerated, they also hit the nail on the head. If Sun Quan did not have a legitimate reason, it would be even more difficult for him to maintain his position in Jiangdong.

But resistance does not mean that it cannot be accomplished, it just means that the cost and time required will be greater.

But now it is even more impossible to agree to Guo Jia's intention and send troops to Jingzhou. Jiangdong has just undergone changes and its foundation is unstable. If we rashly send troops and provoke Liu Biao's revenge, it will be even more costly.

"Although Fengxiao's words make some sense, the current situation in Jiangdong is very difficult and it is impossible to meet Fengxiao's conditions."

Guo Jia didn't care at all and continued, "Uncle Liu is responsible for the rejuvenation of the country. He now occupies three states, has hundreds of thousands of soldiers and thousands of generals. Uncle Liu is willing to make a promise. As long as Jiangdong shows sincerity, after pacifying Yuan Shao, Uncle Liu is willing to deploy troops in Jingzhou to help Jiangdong avenge General Bo Fu."

This condition was difficult for Zhang Zhao to resist. When Sun Ce was alive, he had attacked Jingzhou more than once in order to avenge the death of Sun Jian. However, the results of each battle were unsatisfactory.

Jingzhou is quite powerful. Its foundation and weapons are superior to Jiangdong. If Jiangdong wants to take revenge, it doesn't know how long it will take.

But now with Uncle Liu's promise, all of this will become completely different.

Just as Guo Jia said, now Uncle Liu has occupied three states. Once he defeats Yuan Shao, the entire north will be under his sphere of influence. If he is willing to help Jiangdong at that time, he can take revenge in a short time.

Zhang Zhao knew best how important Sun Jian's obsession with revenge was in the Sun family. Once he brought this news to Sun Quan, he would be thrilled.

"This is a serious matter. Please allow me to go back and discuss it."

Zhang Zhao gave a very tactful answer and Guo Jia was not surprised by this result.

He said calmly: "That's exactly what should be done. Even so, I will wait here for good news from Zibu."

At this point in the conversation, both parties had stated their respective conditions, so there was no need to continue the banquet. Zhang Zhao exchanged a few more pleasantries and then left with everyone.

When Sun Quan heard the news Zhang Zhao brought back, his face flushed and his eyes were filled with excitement that was hard to conceal.

Revenge for Sun Jian has always been the goal of the Sun family.

This goal was like a tight hoop hanging over the Sun family's head. They wanted to take it off, but found that it was impossible to take it off.

But if they agreed to Guo Jia's conditions and stationed troops in Jingzhou, it would obviously be very unfavorable to the current situation.

Sun Quan weighed the pros and cons and was unable to make a decision.

Zhang Zhao could only step down temporarily.

When night fell, Sun Quan was still sitting there, thinking hard.

The attendants looked at Sun Quan's face and knew that he had encountered a difficult problem. They held their breath for fear of making any sound.

It was so quiet inside the hall that you could hear a pin drop.

At this moment, a sound of footsteps slowly approached, breaking the silence.

Sun Quan, who was already somewhat upset, became even angrier when he heard the voice. Just as he was about to scold, he raised his head, took a look, and swallowed the words that were about to come out of his mouth.

In front of him, a woman in palace dress, in plain clothes, stood there, with a sad look on her face, but a bit of pity in her eyes.

"The child pays homage to his mother."

The person who came was Sun Jian's wife, Mrs. Wu. This woman lost her husband in middle age and her son in old age. It was extremely sad, but it was precisely these experiences that made her calm and composed.

"It's so late, and you haven't gone to bed yet. Is there anything troubling you?"

Sun Quan replied, "I dare not lie to you, mother. There are indeed some mundane things that make it difficult for me to fall asleep."

Madam Wu said distressedly, "You are so young, and you have to take on such an important task. It is indeed difficult for you. But don't forget that our Sun family has always had young heroes. When your father was 18 years old, he led troops to quell rebellions in all directions and made great military achievements. And your eldest brother was in his early twenties, and he had already pacified Yangzhou and laid the foundation for his career."

“The children remember these things.”

"Don't be anxious when encountering problems. If you think about it slowly, you will always have some clues. Besides, you have good counselors and ministers under your command. If you can't figure it out, let them think about it, and you can just make a decision in the middle."

Sun Quan bowed and said, "Mother, I will remember your teachings."

Mrs. Wu saw that Sun Quan was very worried. She tried to persuade him, but still couldn't help asking, "I don't know what's the matter that makes my son so worried. Tell me what's the matter."

Seeing his mother asking, Sun Quan did not dare to delay and told her the whole story.

After listening to this, Madam Wu said slowly, "I have heard your father and brother mention it before. Although Uncle Liu is young, he is a hero. Since he has promised you, he will definitely be able to do it.

Although your father's revenge is important, Jiangdong's foundation is more important. As long as you can develop and expand this foundation, even if your father's revenge is not avenged, he will be proud of you in his grave!"

"Mother, do you mean to reject Uncle Liu's demands?"

"As an old lady, how can I know about these military and national affairs? You have forgotten everything your elder brother said to you when he passed away."

"Brother, how could I forget what you said? On that day, you asked me to serve Zhang Zhao well. During this period of time, I have taken him as my teacher and have humbly asked him for advice on all matters, big or small. I dare not slack off at all."