"Oh, it's not just for me to save face." Sun Jian sighed while patting his legs, both complacent and distressed. How difficult the Sun family is and how difficult Sun Ce is, he can understand most of it even if he is not clear about it. If Zhu Jun was not his former master, Sun Ce would definitely not be so generous. Maybe he would have to gain some benefits from Zhu Jun.

"The son did this and did consider sharing the worries of the king and the father, but if it were only this, he would not be worthy of the general's satisfaction." Zhang Zhao had a slight smile on his face. Although his eyes looked at Sun Jian were gentle, he had some regrets and some indescribable worries. Sun Jian was brave and good at fighting, but he knew nothing about government affairs and had no idea about the overall situation. In contrast, Sun Ce was more cunning, and even so cunning that it made people feel uneasy.

If the Han Dynasty had such a minister, was it a disaster or a blessing?

Sun Jian didn't understand his intention. "Oh, please give me advice."

"The general also saw it just now. Xu Shao didn't agree with the orders from the Taiwei Mansion. Have you ever thought about why?"

"That's all right, of course, it's because they refuse to pay for the food."

"This is of course one of the reasons, but not the most important reason. If the documents were not issued by the Taiwei Mansion, but by the Situ Mansion, I think they will not only not object, but will also fully support them."

Sun Jian's eyes were sharp and about to speak, Zhang Zhao waved his hand and told him not to worry. "From the Duke's perspective, the Taiwei Mansion is in charge of military affairs, regardless of civil affairs, and it is true that the Situ Mansion can't directly issue an order to Runan County. It is legitimate to send documents from the Situ Mansion. This is also the reason why Taiwei Zhu will issue the order to you, the General of the East, and it is reasonable to convey it. In private, one million stones are beyond the scope that Runan can bear, and it is reasonable to resist."

Sun Jian frowned, very unhappy, but could not refute. He was silent for a while. "Can the Duke lord collect enough food?"

Zhang Zhao was confident. "General, please rest assured. As long as Taiwei Zhu stabilizes the situation in Luoyang, no matter how difficult it is, I can raise this million stone of grain to ensure that the general's actions will not be delayed. What the general needs to do now is to prepare for the war after the autumn and strive to take down Jiujiang and Lujiang at the shortest time and the lowest price. This is the original reason why the son fully supports Taiwei Zhu. Ensure the safety of Luoyang, Yuan Shao's power cannot directly affect Runan for the time being. Only then can we conduct large-scale land in Runan and investigate household registrations hidden by powerful families."

Sun Jian was very satisfied. Although he didn't know what method Zhang Zhao would use, since Zhang Zhao said so, he was willing to believe him. In fact, he did not believe in Zhang Zhao, but Sun Ce, and it was correct to believe that Sun Ce chose Zhang Zhao as the prefect of Runan.

After receiving Zhang Zhao's guarantee, Sun Jian left with satisfaction.

Zhang Zhao immediately arranged for people to collect ships and send them to the battlefield.

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Sun Jian returned to the camp, called Cheng Pu, Huang Gai and others, and sent someone to invite Huang Zhong to discuss whether to send someone to reinforce Sun Ce. In Zhu Jun's order, there was only the order to recruit King Chen Liu Chong and his three thousand powerful crossbow soldiers, and did not ask Sun Jian to send anyone to reinforce. Sun Jian was under Zhu Jun's command for more than half a year and knew that except for Sun Ce and Cao Bao's subordinates, the combat effectiveness of the other battalions was not very good. Facing Yuan Tan and the Yanzhou soldiers he led, Zhu Jun actually had no advantage.

The generals had different opinions, and some thought they should support it, otherwise it might be a tragic victory, especially Sun Ce, who is the main force, would suffer a lot. Some felt that it was unnecessary. Since Sun Ce did not make any requests, it means that he was sure. Sun Jian would rather focus his energy on the war that was about to begin. If he ran back and forth, the soldiers' physical strength would definitely be affected.

Unable to make a decision, Sun Jian could not make a decision, so he finally asked Huang Zhong for his opinion. Although he was Sun Ce's father, he had few opportunities to fight with Sun Ce. In comparison, Huang Zhong was more clear about Sun Ce's actual combat power.

Huang Zhong said a few humble words and expressed his views cautiously. He said that Sun Ce often plans and then moves in battles, and will not easily fight a decisive battle with his opponents. If he feels that his troops are insufficient, he will definitely ask for reinforcements. Since he didn't say it, there is no need for the time being. Reinforcements will only increase the burden of supply. Moreover, not only Runan has troops, Yingchuan, Chen and Liang have troops stationed, and Xu County also have military farming soldiers, so he can support Sun Ce at any time.

Sun Jian felt it was reasonable, so he dispelled the reinforcement plan.

Three days later, more than 300 ships arrived in Chen County, met with King Chen and Yuan Min, and entered Chenliu County. Zhang Miao had already received a notice from Sun Ce, knowing that these people were all going to reinforce, not attack him. After receiving the news, he was very "shocked" and immediately led his troops to block the attack. The two sides fought. In front of King Chen Liu Chong's magical shooting skills, more than a thousand people who took the lead in fighting were shot down before they could reach the water. They were so scared that they stopped and did not dare to enter the range.

Zhang Miao sent people to beat drums and drums for a while and gave up the attack. While leading his troops to follow him, he sent someone to notify Yuan Tan.

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Yuan Tan's hand shook, and the amber sprinkle almost spilled out. He took a breath without hesitation, then slowly spit out, and exchanged a look with Xinpi, with both joy and uneasiness in his eyes.

Is it true or false when Sun Ce comes to reinforcements? If it is just an excuse that Zhang Miao does not want to join the war, then that would be fine, and he didn't expect him to do his best anyway. If it is true, it would be a little troublesome. At the moment, both sides are equal in strength and he still has a chance to win. If Sun Ce increases his troops again, the initiative will not be in his hands, and the outcome will be decided by Sun Ce.

Xin Pi picked up Zhang Miao's letter. The paper was the best Nanyang paper. It seemed that Zhang Miao did not hide his relationship with Sun Ce at all. This was a good thing, which proved that he had no need to lie. He read Zhang Miao's letter and asked the person who sent the letter.

"Dare you ask me about your name and any position in the prefect's office?"

"The minor official Wei Xun, without any words, was from Chenliu. He came from his own army and served as a military officer in the prefect's office."

"Military officer?" Xinpi was surprised. Generally speaking, those who are envoys are scholars who are good at rhetoric. "Then how did you become an envoy?"

Wei Xun hesitated for a moment. "It was... Gao Wenhui recommended it to Fujun."

Xin Pi was confused. He didn't know this person. Yuan Tan thought for a while. "Is it Gao Rou from the Gao family in Chenliu County?"

“That’s right.”

Yuan Tan nodded, explained the relationship between Gao Rou and high-ranking officials to Xin Pi, and specifically pointed out his Legalism. Xin Pi said oh, and said nothing more, but there was a little contempt between his eyebrows. Zhang Miao was really anxious and actually asked a traitor recommended by a grammatical official to serve as an envoy. It can be seen that there are no talents available. Of course, this may also be because Zhang Miao hides his shortcomings and does not want real talents to appear in front of Yuan Tan. Compared with Yuan Tan, his appeal is insufficient, and talents are easily stolen by Yuan Tan.

"Since you can do it, I believe Zhang Fujun trusts you very much. Have you ever seen reinforcements from Yuzhou with your own eyes?"

"I went to the battle with Zhang Fujun and saw it with my own eyes."

“How many ships are there?”

"Three hundred and fifty-one, more than twenty miles in front and behind."

"A team that is so long is walking along the water, like a long snake. The defense will inevitably be difficult to take into account both the head and tail. Zhang Fujun cannot intercept it?"

Wei Xun was prepared and bowed to salute. "Please give me paper and pen."
Chapter completed!