After Spring and Autumn

Chapter 363 Prepare with both hands
Ziyao originally thought that now Wu Guo had just acquired the new city of Han Guo. Under such circumstances, Meng Di would definitely not be reconciled, and would definitely concentrate on preparing to deal with Wu Guo next, even if he would not make a move in a short time. Be sure to be prepared.

In addition, with the support of Zhao Jianzi, Kuai Cui has now become the monarch of Wei. When he wants to come to South Korea to face this situation, he must be tired of defending Wu and Jin. He never thought that they would be at this time Send troops to Zheng Guo.

This was far beyond his expectations. Although the purpose of Han's sending troops this time was not in the land, it could not be left alone, so Jin's attitude became very important. If it can pass this time, Zheng and Jin will strengthen connect.

Then if Wu State has the intention to go north in the future, then Zheng State will have confidence. In addition, Zheng State can also take this opportunity to annex Cao State and Xu State, so that it can become the third largest vassal state in the Central Plains.

It's just a pity that this wishful thinking was shattered by the Han army. After returning to the mansion, Zi Yao immediately called his favored retainer Xu Xia to follow him, and said to him with a serious face.

"Presumably you should also know about Han's attack on our country of Zheng. In this situation, it is difficult for our country of Zheng to fight against Han. Therefore, I have already recommended you to go to Jin as an envoy to the king. "

"In any case, this matter must be done, otherwise, if my country of Zheng suffers a serious blow, then if the country of Lu takes action in the future, then my country of Zheng may face annihilation."

The current situation is different from the past. Lu State did not border Zheng State before, and there were fundamental differences between the two countries. Zheng State did not respect the Zhou royal family, and fought several battles with the Zhou royal family from time to time.

However, the State of Lu is full of respect for the royal family of Zhou. Under such circumstances, the two countries naturally have conflicts that cannot be resolved at all. The land of Song State.

If in the future Lu Guo is digested, it will become an important opponent of Zheng Guo. At that time, Cao Guo, who is caught in the middle, will become relatively more important. This is why Zheng Guo will take advantage of this opportunity to attack Cao Guo. .

After Xu Xia heard this, he thought about it carefully, and then gave his own opinion.

"Although it is said that the army of the Han State is coming fiercely this time, I think they are mainly based on their prestige. Although Kuai Kui of the State of Wei said that he became the Marquis of Wei with the support of the people of the Jin State, he does not seem to care about the people of the Jin State. Not too close."

"A while ago, Jin State sent an envoy to ask Marquis Wei to send a proton to Xintian. Unexpectedly, Marquis Wei refused directly. This is an extraordinary signal, coupled with Lu State's attitude."

"Although they had no choice but to succumb to the threat of the Han State, they have always regarded themselves as orthodox and respected the Zhou royal family very much. From the bottom of their hearts, they may not be willing to follow the Han State."

"And now that the civil strife in Jin has ended, it is conceivable that as long as there is a slight change in the situation, Lu's attitude is likely to change. Under such circumstances, it is understandable for Han to send troops to Zheng. "

"On the surface, Han is supporting Cao, but in fact it is to intimidate Wei and Lu. At the same time, it will show its strength and make Jin feel apprehensive. This shows that they are not willing to go to war."

"Some time ago, Wei State took the initiative to ask for a new city. Although Hanhou agreed, it also made the relationship between Han State and Wu State uneasy, and Chu State had already sent the princess to Huai City. Could it be that the people of Wu State Have no idea?"

"So now we should send people to the Jin Kingdom to ask for help, and on the other hand, we should also send people to meet the Marquis of Han, mainly to express the helplessness of the Zheng Kingdom."

"Our home is between Jin and Wu. In order to protect ourselves, we have to expand outward. This is a really helpless thing. Although on the surface we surrendered to Jin, in fact we don't have the slightest hostility towards South Korea."

"Only in this way can we successfully resolve this crisis, and also pave the way for the future relationship between Zhengguo and Han. After all, if such a thing happens once, it may happen a second time. We have to plan for the future ah."

After Zi Yao heard this, he nodded repeatedly, and he patted his thigh and said.

"You're right. I've come into contact with the Marquis of Han. Although he says he doesn't pay much attention to etiquette, he does what he says. Besides, he has rescued our Zheng Guo army before, which can be regarded as some kind of friendship."

"If we can take this opportunity to ease the relationship between the two countries, it is very necessary for Zheng Guo, but the Marquis of Han pays great attention to practical interests. If we cannot propose suitable conditions, I am afraid that Marquis of Han will not agree. "

Xu Xia smiled slightly at this time, with a very confident smile on his face, and then said directly.

"This matter is simple. We can promise Han. When they attack Wu in the future, Zheng Guo will definitely send troops to help. Presumably this condition is in line with Hanhou's appetite. In addition, we must promise to give Han a group of people."

"After all, the [-] households we sent over didn't comply with the covenant that we both made. This is because Zheng Guo made a mistake first. What's more, judging from the current situation, the main purpose of the Marquis of Han is also to plunder the population."

"Come here, we can not only have a private connection with the Han State, but also make the people of the Jin State feel at ease. Only in this way can we ensure that the State of Zheng will not participate in the struggle between the two countries. This is the most suitable choice."

This suggestion suits Ziyao's appetite very much. He immediately agrees without hesitation. Set off for Jin.

A few days later, when the envoy arrived at the camp of the Han army, Meng Di checked the time and handed it to Chen He next to him. Then he glanced at the person who came, and then said calmly.

"Your lord's intentions are already known to the king. When you go back, tell him that in order to express your sincerity, letting Zheng Guo's army withdraw from Chen County is the price for your failure to abide by the agreement. As for these people, the king will personally choose them." .”

After the envoy finished listening, he bowed his hands in a very humble salute, and then retreated slowly, at this time Chen He said.

"I heard that the Zheng people have sent envoys to the Jin country. It seems that they are making two-handed preparations."

(End of this chapter)