On the deck at the bow of the ship, Mao Wenlong and Zhu Yihai had already seen Huang Degong and Cheng Zuo returning, and from beginning to end, they did not see any abnormal behavior in Chen's port. From this point, it can be seen that the Chen clan obviously did not keep the two out of the door, which means that the negotiation may be successful.

However, the rapid return of Huang Degong and Cheng Zuo made Mao Wenlong very confused, and he didn't know what had happened. When Chengzuo got on the boat and explained everything to him, Mao Wenlong fell into deep thought.

Zhu Yihai was furious and shouted angrily: "Damn the Chen family, you actually have a shameless face." General soldiers, we don't have to be polite with them at all, we should directly send troops to attack. ”

Cheng Zuo was shocked when he heard this, and hurriedly persuaded: "The prince must not, the strength of the Chen family should not be underestimated." From the port to their village, all the way were well-trained young men, and I estimate that their strength is definitely around 5,000. The Chen clan occupies the right place and place, and if we want to attack them, we will definitely have to pay a great price before we can win. ”

Mao Wenlong also nodded in appreciation at this time: "Yes, Chen's port is easy to defend and difficult to attack, and it is definitely not a wise choice to use force." ”

Zhu Yihai was not convinced: "Then what now?" You can't just go back, can you? ”

Mao Wenlong paused for a moment, and then said firmly: "Maybe I should go in person." ”

Zhu Yihai was shocked, and hurriedly persuaded: "The general soldier must not be, if you go and be detained by that Chen Yihai, then we will be very passive." ”

Cheng Zuo also dissuaded: "Yes, I hope the general soldiers will not be impulsive." ”

Mao Wenlong shook his head and smiled: "You don't have to be nervous, I didn't make such a decision impulsively, but with some evidence." ”

"Oh, what does the general soldier have to rely on?" Zhu Yihai asked with curiosity on his face.

Mao Wenlong confidently explained: "Chen Yihai did not do anything to Huang Degong and Chengzuo, which shows that he has scruples in his heart. And he was polite at first and then turned his face, obviously sitting on the ground and asking for a price. All indications are that the Chen clan doesn't care that much about this small port, and they obviously have other places to live. And what Chen Haiying has in mind is nothing more than to maximize the benefits. ”

After listening to Mao Wenlong's explanation, everyone also felt that it made sense, but now everything is just speculation, and there is no real evidence. Chengzuo still felt that it was too risky. He opened his mouth to continue to dissuade: "Chief soldier, my subordinates feel that it is better to let us go again, and when Chen Haiying's mind is confirmed, it will not be too late for us to take action." ”

"Yes, this king also thinks that this is more appropriate." Zhu Yihai immediately agreed.

Mao Wenlong waved his hand and said: "No need, the general army has already decided, you just wait again." ”

In the end, Mao Wenlong still insisted on going his own way, and after ordering Haoda to prepare the ship, he only took Chengzuo and Haoda with him, and then came to Chen's port again.

When Mao Wenlong landed on the shore, Chengzuo found a familiar figure on the shore, it was Chen Haiying, the patriarch of the Chen clan. This discovery made his heart suddenly reassured, indicating that Mao Wenlong's guess was largely correct.

Chen Haiying had a sincere smile on his face, he seemed to recognize Mao Wenlong himself, strode over and stopped in front of Mao Wenlong, hugged his fists and laughed: "I have heard the name of the chief soldier for a long time, and today I didn't expect the chief soldier to come in person, it is really a great honor for our Chen family." ”

Mao Wenlong had already realized that the patriarch in front of him should be the patriarch of the Chen family, and he hurriedly smiled politely: "Patriarch Chen is serious, Mao will not tell him, I hope it will not disturb the purity of Patriarch Chen." ”

"Hahaha...... The chief soldier is too polite, don't say anything, hurry up and follow me to the cold house! Chen Haiying laughed in response, and then stretched out his hand to invite.

Mao Wenlong was not polite, and followed Chen Haiying to Chen's village halfway up the mountain.

It was still the same as before, but this time all the seats were removed from the hall and a wooden table was placed in the middle. There are more than a dozen kinds of seafood on it, two jars of wine, two large porcelain bowls, and two seats.

Chen Haiying politely invited Mao Wenlong to sit down, and then he filled Mao Wenlong with wine, poured it for himself, picked up the big bowl and said loudly: "Mao's general soldier is famous, Chen has long admired, especially the establishment of the navy to beat the Japanese out of the northern seas, Chen Mou respects you as a real man, come to do this bowl." ”

After speaking, Chen Haiying was also bold, raised his head and drank the wine in the bowl. Mao Wenlong did not show weakness, and happily drained the wine in the bowl, this performance was obviously very suitable for Chen Haiying's taste, he laughed and filled Mao Wenlong with wine.

Then, he didn't continue to drink, but said with a smile: "Chen believes that the purpose of the general army is to fight the Japanese invaders, but he wants us to move out of here for no reason and make room for your Dongjiang army, which is a little unreasonable." ”

As soon as he heard Chen Haiying talk about business, Mao Wenlong immediately put away the smile on his face and said seriously: "Patriarch Chen should know that Mao is here with sincerity, so if Patriarch Chen has any needs, please feel free to speak." ”

Chen Haiying was overjoyed when he heard this, and he laughed and said: "The chief soldier is really a cheerful person. Okay, then Chen is welcome. ”

Mao Wenlong nodded and motioned for Chen Haiying to continue.

Chen Haiying paused for a moment, and then hugged his fists and said: "I have heard that the artillery of the Dongjiang Army is extremely sharp, and even the Japanese are not opponents. There are also the warships of the first dynasty of the general army, if he can, Chen hopes to get these things from the hands of the general soldier. ”

Chen Haiying's eyes were fixed on Mao Wenlong, for fear of missing any slight changes in his face. But Mao Wenlong just frowned, and did not overreact. Although Chen Haiying's request exceeded Mao Wenlong's expectations, it is normal for people who are also seeking a life at sea to have such a request, so Mao Wenlong did not overperform.

After some deep thought, Mao Wenlong made a decision in his heart, and he asked, "I don't know how much Patriarch Chen needs?" ”

Mao Wenlong's words undoubtedly reassured Chen Haiying, and he originally wanted to open his mouth, but temporarily changed his mind. After thinking about it in his heart, Chen Haiying said: "There are 1,000 guns and 100 artillery pieces." As for the warships, Chen needed five. ”

Such a number, according to the current layout of the naval battle, is just the strength of a battalion. Chen Haiying asked for a lot, and it was not easy to ask Mao Wenlong to vacate these things all at once.

In the end, Mao Wenlong shook his head and said, "Patriarch Chen wants too much. ”

Chen Haiying didn't hesitate, he said resolutely: "Chief soldier, this is Chen's bottom line, today is to see that the general soldier wants to fight with the Japanese invaders, Chen will sit down with you to discuss the matter of vacating the place." So the chief soldier should seriously consider it! ”