Three Kingdoms: I choose Xiao Qiao and Da Qiao, why are you crying, Diao Chan?

Chapter 68 I think Mrs. Cai still has her charm (Thanks to Xingchen's godfather for his generous support ~ please accept my greeting!)

Kuai Liang's voice was loud and confident, and he seemed to be a man of great character and integrity.

Lu Bu was silent for two seconds, then suddenly waved his hand:
"Since you won't surrender, drag him out and behead him!"

As soon as these words came out, the corner of Kuai Liang's mouth twitched violently.

This isn't right.

Shouldn't it be a plus if you show that you have some backbone?

He also wanted to use this to negotiate more terms with the other party.

Who knew that the other party was going to hit him directly?
However, Kuai Liang did not panic and immediately used the usual tactics used by scholars:
"Wait a minute!"

Lu Bu asked calmly:

"Anything else to say?"

Kuai Liang replied:

"I've always heard that Marquis Wen is courteous to the wise and humble to the humble, but seeing him today, it seems that his reputation is not up to par."

Lu Bu narrowed his eyes, not smiling:

"I've given you enough face by letting you stand and talk, what else do you want me to do to you?

"Shall I let you sit in my place and I stand in your place?"

Hearing the dissatisfaction in Lü Bu's words, Kuai Liang was reluctant to lower himself, so he just explained:
"When Marquis Wen came up, he asked me and the Kuai family whether we were willing to surrender, but he did not give me an explanation for killing Kuai Yue.

"Is this what is called respecting the wise and humble?"

Hearing the other party bring up Kuai Yue as a topic, Lu Bu was not surprised and directly refuted:
"Kuai Yue caused me to lose a great general and threatened my family.

"Just because he is from a noble family, I can't kill him?
"Don't think that your Kuai family is so great just because they are a noble family.

“There are many noble families in this world, and the Kuai family is not the only one.

"If you surrender obediently, I can spare your life.

"If you don't surrender, I will destroy the Kuai family as well!"

Lu Bu's words were powerful and he exuded the aura of a blood-thirsty tiger, which frightened Kuai Liang so much that his legs shook unconsciously.

Even Zhou Yu, who was standing behind Lu Bu, was shocked by such a strong aura and couldn't help but admire it in his heart.

Seeing that he could not get any benefit from Lu Bu, Kuai Liang fell silent.

Lu Bu continued:
"I'll ask you one last time, do you surrender or not?"

Kuai Liang was also scolded and became quite angry. He twisted his neck, puffed out his chest, and replied in a tough tone:

"If you want to kill me, then kill me. Why bother saying more?!"

There was a hint of surprise in Lu Bu's eyes.

I didn't expect this guy to have such backbone.

He naturally didn't want to really kill him, but in the current atmosphere, it seemed inappropriate not to kill him.

Just as he was struggling, Zhou Yu behind him had guessed what he was thinking, and immediately stepped out and knelt on one knee:
"My Lord! Zirou has the talent to support the country. Xiangyang has just been established and is in need of people to manage it.

"I beg you, my lord, to show mercy!"

Lu Bu and Zhou Yu exchanged glances, then put on a helpless attitude:
"Gongjin, can't you see that I have given him two chances?

"If he doesn't take it seriously, does he really want me to kneel down and beg him?"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Yu immediately stood up and walked to Kuai Liang's side, whispering:

"You have been very kind to Gongjin, and Gongjin cannot bear to see your head fall to the ground.

"Your decision concerns the survival of the entire Kuai family.

"How can you let thousands of people from the Kuai family die with you just because of a momentary anger?"

After hearing Zhou Yu's advice, Kuai Liang fell silent again.

He glanced at Lu Bu and saw that the other party was just lowering his head and scratching his hands, so he knew that the other party wanted to give him a way out.

He immediately said:
"For the sake of Gongjin and my people, my Kuai family... is willing to surrender!"

Lu Bu finally smiled, stood up, walked behind Kuai Liang, and untied the rope for him personally:
"Why don't you just say it earlier, why bother playing tricks on me?
"Do you really think I'm a foolish warrior who can only wield a spear?"

Seeing that Lu Bu took the initiative to show goodwill, Kuai Liang's temper subsided, and he bowed to Lu Bu and said: "Kuai Liang has the entire family behind him, how can he change his master so easily?
"Now that Marquis Wen has treated me with sincerity, I and the Kuai family are willing to call Marquis Wen our lord!"

Lu Bu smiled:

"One shout is not enough? You can shout thousands and thousands of times in the future!"

Kuai Liang was stunned for a moment.

I didn't expect that the person who wanted to kill me the last moment would play a joke on me the next moment.

He also smiled and shook his head.

Li Yan, who was still tied up at the side, looked at such a harmonious scene and breathed a sigh of relief. He took the initiative to say to Lu Bu:

"Lord Wenhou! I am also willing to surrender..."

He was just a small county magistrate and actually never thought that he would be brought up.

Now that Liu Biao is dead, even if he surrenders it would not be considered a betrayal, and there is no need for him to follow the example of Kuai Liang.

Lu Bu glanced at Li Yan and stepped forward to untie his rope:

"From now on, you will be my grain transport officer.

"Learn how to transport food and fodder to the target location as quickly as possible!"

Looking at the hint of coldness in Lu Bu's eyes.

Although Li Yan was puzzled as to why the other party gave him such an important official position.

But he didn't dare ask more questions and quickly bowed to express his gratitude.

Lu Bu looked at Li Yan, his thoughts drifting away unconsciously.

If the other party had not delayed sending food during Zhuge Liang's Northern Expedition, Zhuge Liang would not have retreated.

Although Kong Ming in this life may not necessarily be on his side.

But this did not prevent Lu Bu from admiring the historical Zhuge Wuhou, and he also felt regretful countless times that the other party could not "recover the Central Plains".

Even after 1,800 years, he still hoped that the Prime Minister would win...

Lu Bu sighed softly.

Although Longzhong is just north of Xiangyang City.

But the current Zhuge Liang should not live there, but live in Yuzhang County with his uncle Zhuge Xuan.

But even so, Lu Bu still sent Ling Cao and Zhou Tai to Longzhong to look for Zhuge Liang.

If he was there, even if the other person was only twelve years old now, he would find a way to invite him over!
In the next few days, Lu Bu first followed Kuai Liang to Kuai's house.

After appeasing the Kuai family, he received a lot of support in terms of food and money from them.

As for the military force, the Kuai family had been almost drained by Liu Biao, so Lu Bu did not force it.

If we are destined to meet again in the future, we will definitely meet again.

Later, Lu Bu received news from Ling Cao and Zhou Tai from Longzhong, but did not find any news about Zhuge Liang.

Although it was a pity for Lu Bu, he did not force it too much.

After eliminating most of the unstable factors in Xiangyang, Lu Bu hurried back to Jiangxia to visit his wife and children.

Before leaving, Hou Cheng, who was also promoted to General of the Central Army in the last battle to defend Jingling, suddenly leaned close to Lu Bu's ear and whispered:
"My Lord, I see that Madam Cai still has her charm. Could you give her to me?"

Lu Bu looked at Hou Cheng speechlessly:
"I see you're really hungry. I've just become a widow, and you're thinking about me?"

Hou Cheng smiled innocently:
"It's all Hao Meng's fault. He always brags to us how beautiful Diao Chan is.

"I don't have a family yet, and I've been itching to get married for a long time. I wonder if my lord can help me."

Lu Bu thought for a moment and waved his hand:
"Never mind, it's up to you. But remember, don't force it, use your sincerity to persuade.

“If she is willing to be with you, after her widowhood period is over, I will go to the Cai family to propose marriage on your behalf.

"The Cai family is also one of the great families in Jingzhou. You must be careful about your words and actions!"

Seeing that Lu Bu agreed, Hou Cheng was already beaming with joy:

"Thank you, my lord! My lord, please return to Jiangxia with peace of mind. I will defend Xiangyang with Song Xian!"

(End of this chapter)