"The general's command is full of bears, and even the so-called elite Xiliang soldiers are not the general's opponents, how can the Danyang soldiers enter the eyes of the general." Elk Zhu owes a debt, and although the smile on his face is a little reluctant, it is not rude. Tao Yuanjun had worked with Lingzun Sun Yuzhou back then, and he admired Sun Yuzhou's ability to use troops, but it was a pity that he could not ask for advice in time, and it is a pity to this day. Today's general is still better than Lingzun, and he is worthy of being the queen of the military saint. Tao envoy Jun has two sons, and wants to send the town of Pengcheng to help the general fight, learn the method of using soldiers, and ask the general not to shirk. ”

"So, this is the shackles of the son of Tao Envoy Jun?"

"If the general thinks so, it's fine."

Sun Ce picked up the gift list and glanced at it, and suddenly had the feeling of seeing a fat sheep. If Tao Qian doesn't have other skills, he will give gifts. Before, Liu Bei was wooed with 4,000 Danyang soldiers, but now I don't need Danyang soldiers to woo me, and I will send money and food instead. Good fellow, not to mention those exquisite utensils, there are 200,000 stones of grain and 5,000 stones of salt alone, which is enough for his army of nearly 20,000 to eat for a year.

In terms of the current price of grain, 200,000 stone grains are worth 100 million, and according to the price list of Emperor Ling of the Han Dynasty, it can be exchanged for three dukes.

Of course, compared to the four thousand Danyang soldiers, this money is not much.

Sun Ce put down the gift list, and his face returned to a faint expression. He was silent, but Lu Zhu was a little apprehensive in his heart. Tao Qian knew that Sun Ce wanted Pengcheng, so he specially sent Zhu Zhi to talk to him, but he refused to give up the strategic location of Pengcheng, so in order to appease Sun Ce, he could only have a little more blood. Sun Ce's eyes moved when he saw the gift list, Lu Zhu originally thought that he was moved, but now looking at his expression, Lu Zhu felt that he was too optimistic.

"Elk-kun, I want to ask a question, it may be a bit presumptuous."

Elk Zhu smiled bitterly. Do you know that you still ask? "General, but it doesn't hurt to say it."

"The Elk family has been in business for generations, and the family property is about several hundred million?"

Moose wiped his beard and lowered his eyelids, as if he was asleep. Du Xun is also very embarrassed, you have nothing to inquire about other people's property, do you want to be a robber? Now, the atmosphere that was originally quite harmonious has been destroyed all of a sudden. He was very anxious and was about to divert the topic, Sun Ce raised his hand to signal him not to worry, and said slowly: "I estimate it, it is about 500 million, even if there is a difference, it is limited." ”

Lu Zhu's face changed slightly, raised his eyelids, and stared at Sun Ce. "Lu Zhu is just a common man in the East China Sea, I didn't expect General Sun to care so much about me, I'm really flattered."

Du Xun turned his head and glanced at Guo Jia. Judging from Lu Zhu's reaction, Sun Ce obviously guessed correctly. How did he guess it, think about it, only Guo Jia can do it. Guo Jia smiled and said nothing. Sun Ce had told him about Lu Zhu, and he had also estimated Lu Zhu's family property together, but that was the basic data provided by Sun Ce, not his detailed inquiry. It's just that he won't explain to Du Xian that this is Sun Ce's secret and can't be known to others.

Sun Ce continued: "Elk Jun thinks that if Yuan Shao controls Xuzhou, can you still do something else?" ”

Elk Zhu rolled his eyes, his anger gradually dissipated, but fear rose irrepressibly. The Elk family is a businessman, and no matter how hard they try, they can't get along with the celebrities. Yuan Shao is the leader of the Shi clan, if he controls Xuzhou, he will definitely not be able to do it. Not only that, Yuan Shao will also take revenge on him, how much property does he have to sacrifice to guarantee his life?

Tao Qian is already over the age of six, and the Shi clan is so nervous, and the two sons are not talented in fighting for hegemony, so they can't keep Xuzhou.

Can Sun Ce? It's also hard. So far, he has only controlled Nanyang County, and Yuzhou has barely stabilized, but no one can say how long he can control it. Liu Bei may not be his opponent, once Yuan Shao solves Gongsun Zan and waves his troops south, Sun Ce has no chance at all.

"If I ask Elk Jun to be my main wealth and Sang Hong sheep, is Elk Jun interested?"

Elk Zhu's eyebrows moved, he blinked, and his heart beat a little. Sun Ce's words were a bit rebellious, but Lu Zhu was in no mood to worry about him now. It is possible that the main wealth is a businessman, but it is not necessarily. Sang Hongyang was once the son of a merchant, but he later became an official and one of the three princes. Contacting Sun Ce's words just now, it was obvious that he wanted to recruit him, and he promised a heavy responsibility, which was by no means as simple as a mere driver.

The elk family is rich, but the elk family is not expensive. Sun Ce sent 100 million money to the Elk family, but the Elk family may not care, Sun Ce promised a heavy responsibility, but he hit the weakness of the Elk family, and Elk Zhu couldn't help but be moved.

"I know that Elk Jun may be worried that I won't be able to hold Yuzhou. To tell you the truth, I'm not sure now, but I'm sure to hold Jingzhou, and I still have a chance to take Yangzhou. If there is Elk's help, the possibility of me taking the Central Plains can also increase by a few points. Emperor Xiaowu's expedition to Siyi is certainly inseparable from famous generals like Wei Huo, but without Sang Hongyang, they may not be able to do anything. If Lu Jun thinks that being a Sang Hong sheep is not as good as Wei Huo Weifeng, I can also give you a chance to fight on the battlefield. ”

The corners of the elk's mouth are slightly raised. "Can I fight on the battlefield too?"

"Judging by the gait of Elk-kun walking, your riding skills should be good. Let me make a bold guess, your archery skills may not be weak, it doesn't matter what, it is more than enough to enter the guard and be a Sima with real skills. ”

Sun Ce's attitude was very sincere, which made Lu Zhu even more excited. It's not that the Elk family hasn't moved the idea of fighting for wealth, he and his younger brother Elk Fang have very good riding and archery ability, and their martial arts are also very good. The elk family can afford to hire a master, and even has the capital to pull up a team. But Lu Zhu is a businessman, and what he is best at is calculating the benefits and disadvantages. Having martial arts and a team does not mean that you can make meritorious contributions by conquest, but also know how to use soldiers.

Martial arts can be taught by a master, but the way of using soldiers is very difficult, but it is not enough to read two military books. Even if there are famous players who are willing to give advice, it is difficult to grow without the right opportunities. It's much more dangerous than doing business. Business loses money at most, and if you lose a war, you will die. The Elk family has no military background, and the possibility of becoming a famous general is very small, and the best thing to do is to attach to a force.

Now there is a most suitable opportunity: the father and son of the Sun family are all famous generals, follow them, some have the opportunity to exercise, and Sun Ce is in urgent need of support, take refuge in him, and he can be reused immediately. They are not Tao Qian's father and son, Tao Qian's father and son are difficult to succeed even if they have good resources, but the Sun family's father and son are different, they have a chance to succeed, and the opportunity seems to be not small, just like Sun Ce himself said. The fight for the Central Plains may be insufficient, but it is more than enough to control Jing Yang.

"General, the Tao envoy treats me with the grace of knowledge, and I can't be treacherous. However, the younger brother may be able to go on a campaign with the general. ”

Sun Ce smiled. "Elk Jun is worthy of being a giant, and he has a strong sense of risk. Fortunately, if my brother is interested in coming, I am very welcome. However, fighting is a very dangerous thing, so you have to be mentally prepared. ”

Elk Zhu smiled slightly. "Wealth is in danger, business is so, and conquest is even more so."