After Tao Qian proposed to cede Xuzhou to Liu Bei again, a strange situation fell into the hall, where Tao Qian and Liu Bei passed the buck to each other, one kept persuading, and the other said that he did not agree. Below, everyone sat in their positions with solemn faces, thinking about Tao Qian's purpose.

Among them, although Mi Zhu's face was as usual, his eyes were full of panic. "Does Tao Gongzu know something? It doesn't make sense! I've always kept this thing very secretive, how could he possibly know? Could it be Chen Yuanlong's ......" Mi Zhu's heart kept guessing, obviously a little messed up.

However, he really couldn't help but panic, after all, once this matter was exposed, it would definitely be a disaster for the Mi family. Although Tao Qian has not been able to completely control Xuzhou for so many years, it is the result of the continuous struggle of many families in Xuzhou, which does not mean that Tao Qian is an easy person.

After all, if Tao Qian was really easy to deal with, even if he was the Xuzhou Mu appointed by the Spirit Emperor Liu Hong, he would have been overthrown by these powerful families in Xuzhou.

Chen Deng's face was also as usual, but he was also anxiously guessing in his heart, "If Tao Gongzu knows something, then who will tell him?" ”

I just thought about it, but I couldn't think of how Tao Qian knew. Once this matter is exposed, it will be a disaster of extermination. Although with the strength of the Chen family, Tao Qian may not dare to do it directly, but how could Chen Deng not act like walking on thin ice? Therefore, he did not tell anyone about his conspiracy with Mi Zhu at all, only his father Chen Jue knew about it.

Raising his head, Chen Deng looked at Mi Zhu, who had a normal complexion, and Jian Yong, who was looking at Liu Bei and Tao Qian, and didn't know what he was thinking, but Chen Deng didn't find anything suspicious at all.

In this case, Chen Deng had to change his mind, "If Tao Gongzu doesn't actually know, then what is he doing this for?" Test? Tempting Liu Yuanjun or someone else? What are you going to try? Chen Deng kept thinking about any possibility, "And if Tao Gongzu really intends to give up Xuzhou to Liu Yuanjun, what is the reason?" What's in it for him? ”

While thinking about it, Chen Deng's gaze kept wandering over Liu Bei and Tao Qian's bodies at the same time, as if he wanted to see through the thoughts of the two of them now. Then, his eyes fell on the people in the hall. He kept on his rounds to find out the truth.

At this moment, everyone saw Liu Bei suddenly stand up, looked at Tao Qian deeply, and said in a flattering voice, "Gong Zugong, this matter must not be agreed, as said before, Bei led the troops to come this time for the people of Xuzhou!" It's also for the sake of the country! If you agree to Gong Zugong, won't Bei become a shameless person who takes advantage of others' dangers? ”

Liu Bei's tone was extremely sincere, so that everyone would unconsciously admire Liu Bei. And when he saw that Tao Qian seemed to be about to say something again, Liu Bei said again, "Gong Zugong, now that General Cao has led his troops back to Yanzhou, the danger in Xuzhou has been lifted. That being the case, Bei plans to lead his troops back to Qingzhou tomorrow. Please be prepared to retire first, and return to the camp to reorganize the troops and horses so that they can make the trip as soon as possible tomorrow. ”

After speaking, Liu Bei waved Tao Qian again, bowed his hand to everyone, and strode out of the hall. However, when he walked to the place where Jian Yong was sitting, Liu Bei paused slightly, and at the same time glanced at Jian Yong, and then strode away. At the same time, the generals under Liu Bei also got up and retired.

Jian Yong was the last to get up, only to see him get up and look at Tao Qian and say respectfully, "Tao Envoy Jun, Liu Envoy Jun is known for his benevolence and righteousness, Tao Envoy Jun wants Xuzhou so much, but Liu Envoy Jun is absolutely impossible to agree, and I hope Tao Envoy Jun can understand." ”

After speaking, Jian Yong made a gesture of resignation, turned around, Jian Yong's eyes paused slightly on Mi Zhu and Chen Deng, and when he saw the two looking at him, Jian Yong showed a meaningful smile.

Seeing this, Mi Zhu's face was a little dazed, but Chen Deng showed a knowing smile. Seeing this, Jian Yong nodded slightly imperceptibly, and then strode out.

After Liu Bei and his subordinates left, the hall fell into an eerie silence again, and everyone sat silently in their positions, their heads bowed and their eyes flickered, but they didn't know what they were thinking.

I don't know how long it took, Tao Qian's voice reached everyone's ears. I saw him glance around at everyone, and asked in a flat tone, "Now that Xuande has rejected my proposal again, do you have any clever plan to make Xuande agree?" ”

When Tao Qian's words landed, the hall suddenly became quieter, and everyone looked at Tao Qian in disbelief, as if they didn't understand why Liu Bei had already refused so much, but Tao Qian still planned to give Xuzhou to him? And Mi Zhu looked even more puzzled, obviously a little confused by the development of things.

But just when everyone couldn't understand what Tao Qian meant, another voice sounded, and everyone turned their heads to look, it was Chen Deng! I saw him say in a respectful voice with a smile on his face, "Lord, my subordinates have a plan to get Liu Yuanjun to agree to the lord's proposal." ”

"Oh? What is Yuanlong's plan? Tao Qian asked. His tone was flat, and his face was as usual so that it was impossible to guess what he was thinking.

At the same time, on the other side, after Liu Bei and the others left the state pastor's mansion, they went directly out of the city and returned to the camp. After a short time, the soldiers in the camp were busy, looking like they were packing up and preparing to leave for Qingzhou early tomorrow morning.

Gradually, the sky darkened.

In the camp tent, Liu Bei was sitting in his position and was slowly looking at a simple policy, suddenly there was a commotion outside the tent, and after a while, the curtain of the camp tent was opened, Liu Bei looked up, and suddenly laughed, "Xianhe, I thought you could really bear it~"

"How can you bear it! This is about the post of Xuzhou pastor! Jian Yong looked at Liu Bei helplessly and complained, "Lord, can Tao Gongzu really think of a way to make the lord have to accept the position of Xuzhou pastor?" ”

"Don't worry, if he can't even think of this, then he can't stay in the position of Xuzhou Mu for so long." Liu Bei chuckled when he heard this, and his tone was extremely relaxed.

In normal times, if Liu Bei spoke to him in this tone, no matter what happened, no matter how anxious he was, Jian Yong would immediately relax. Because Liu Bei was able to show this demeanor, it showed that the matter was still under Liu Bei's control.

Only this time, Jian Yong couldn't calm down at all, "But what if Tao Gongzu can't think of it?" Or did he suddenly repent? Jian Yong kept muttering, if people who didn't know saw such a scene, I am afraid they would think that the person who was let in Xuzhou was him Jian Yong.

However, as Jian Yong said, this is a matter of belonging to Xuzhou! It was Cao Cao who raised troops to attack for two consecutive years, but still failed to capture Xuzhou!

Seeing this, Liu Bei put down Jian Ce, patted Jian Yong's shoulder funny, and said, "Xianhe, don't worry, with the current situation in Xuzhou, Tao Gongzu has no choice but to let Xuzhou Mingzhe protect his life!" Liu Bei's tone was extremely firm, as if Tao Qian's every move was under his control.

Hearing this, Jian Yong opened his mouth and was about to say something, but at this moment, a sound of footsteps sounded, and then he heard a voice from outside the tent, "Envoy, don't ask to see you." ”

"Hehe, Xian and you see, isn't this coming?" Liu Bei stood up with a smile when he heard this, and went straight to the outside of the tent. Seeing this, Jian Yong also hurriedly followed.

The two came to the outside of the tent, Mi Zhu was already waiting not far away, and when he saw Liu Bei coming out, he hurriedly greeted him, "Envoy, not long after the envoy left, Tao Envoy suddenly fell into a coma. Not long ago, as soon as he woke up, he sent someone to order the subordinate to come, saying that he had something important to discuss with the envoy. ”

"What?! How so?! Please also ask Zizhong to lead the way! When Liu Bei heard this, he immediately said with an anxious expression, and his calm appearance just now was like two people.

After a short time, the three of them came to Tao Qian's mansion, and when they entered the room, they suddenly had a strong smell of medicine, and when they looked inside, they saw Tao Qian lying on the bed looking over here, his face looking quite pale. Not far from the bed, Chen Dengzheng stood there respectfully, and when he saw Liu Bei and the others, he nodded at them in detail.

"Gong Zugong, how does your body feel?" Liu Bei came to the bedside with a sad face, looked at Tao Qian and asked with concern.

"There is Lao Xuande's concern, but it is some old problems." Tao Qian coughed dryly twice, looked at Liu Bei and smiled relaxedly.

"Alas, fortunately, General Cao has led the army back to Yanzhou now, otherwise it would ......" Liu Bei shook his head and sighed lightly when he heard this, and then looked at Tao Qian and comforted, "Now, Grandpa Gong can cultivate with peace of mind." It won't take long for Gong Zugong to recover and lead the people of Xuzhou again. ”

Hearing Liu Bei's words, Tao Qian suddenly said to Mi Zhu and Chen Deng, "Help me up." ”

Hearing this, Liu Bei hurriedly pressed Tao Qian's body and persuaded, "What do you have to tell Grandpa Gong?" Mi Beijia and Captain Chen are here, let them do it. If they can't, don't hesitate to ......."

It's just that Tao Qian ignored Liu Bei's persuasion, and just insisted on letting Mi Zhu and Chen Deng help him up. Seeing this, Liu Bei had to get out of the way.

Then, with the support of Mi Zhu and the others, Tao Qian came to a wooden frame on the side and took down a small package from it. turned around, slowly walked in front of Liu Bei, and then under the surprised gaze of everyone, he suddenly knelt in front of Liu Bei.

"Gong Zugong?! Gong Zugong, why is this?! Hurry up, please! Hurry up, please! Seeing this, Liu Bei hurriedly reached out to help, but the hands that could easily make Tao Qian unable to worship last time were now as if they had no strength, and they couldn't help Tao Qian up at all.

It's just that Tao Qian didn't seem to have any reaction to this, but slowly opened the small package, what is it if it is not the official seal of Xuzhou Mu? I saw Tao Qian handing the official seal to Liu Bei, and at the same time said with a trace of sadness, "Xuande, I am already old, my body is getting worse, and I have fainted twice in a row during this time...... Although there are still two sons under his knees, neither of them has the talent to be an official, if Xuande does not take over the post of Xuzhou pastor, who can I entrust to the millions of people in Xuzhou? ”

"Gong Zugong, I can't help it! How does this make ah......" Liu Bei also knelt in front of Tao Qian at this time, holding Tao Qian with both hands and saying with a flustered expression, but between the words, there was no longer the resoluteness of the day.

And at this moment, Chen Deng and Mi Zhu also knelt down, looked at Liu Bei and said respectfully, "Liu Yuanjun is a hero in the world, and the name of benevolence and righteousness is known to the world!" Now Jun is thousands of miles away to lead the army to aid Xuzhou, so that the people of Xuzhou will not suffer from the war. This kind of kindness, the officials and people of Xuzhou are unable to repay it. ”

"Nowadays, Tao Yuanjun is sick and bedridden, and it is difficult to manage the government, but it is okay in normal times. But now, if the news of Tao Yuanjun lying sick in bed spreads, it is difficult to guarantee that Cao Cao will make a comeback after Liu Yuanjun returns to Qingzhou. When the time comes, who will be able to protect the millions of people in Xuzhou? Mi Zhu looked at Liu Bei and said loudly.

"It is precisely like this, Liu Yuanjun has a great kindness to my Xuzhou, and he is a rare master in the world. If Liu Yuanjun accepts Tao Yuanjun's humility and leads Xuzhou Mu, the officials and people of Xuzhou will definitely be encouraged......" Chen Deng also persuaded loudly.

"This ...... This ......" Hearing the words of the two, he looked at Tao Qian, who had been looking at him with the official seal, and Liu Bei was at a loss for a while, not knowing what to do.

Seeing this, Jian Yong on the side opened his mouth in a timely manner and persuaded, "My lord, Tao Envoy Jun has made Xuzhou three times for the sake of the people, which has never been heard of in ancient times. If the lord insisted on refusing, wouldn't he live up to Tao Envoy's good intentions? Besides, what Mi Beijia said just now is also very reasonable, once the news of Tao Envoy Jun lying sick in bed comes out, General Cao will definitely return to Xuzhou, is it that at that time, the lord will lead the army to help again? ”

"This ...... This ......" Hearing Mi Zhu's words, Liu Bei's expression became even more flustered.

At this moment, Tao Qian's hand suddenly loosened, and the official seal fell into Liu Bei's arms. Liu Bei subconsciously took it, and immediately took the official seal in his hand.

Immediately, Tao Qian bowed down in front of Liu Bei again, and shouted with a hint of relief and a desolate tone in his mouth, "Xuzhou, please Xuande!" ”

At the same time, Chen Deng and Mi Zhu on the side also hurriedly shouted at Liu Bei, "My subordinates meet the lord!" ”

"Alas! You guys...... You ......" Liu Bei looked at the three of them and sighed again and again, and the official seal of Xuzhou Mu was caught in his hand. After sighing a few times, Liu Bei handed over the official seal to Jian Yong, and then slowly helped Tao Qian up.

"Prepare for the talent and learn shallowly, and be loved by Gong Zugong, so I have to let Xuzhou pastor. In the future, Bei will definitely live up to the expectations of Gong Zugong! Liu Bei took Tao Qian's arms and said in a solemn tone.

Hearing this, Tao Qian stared at Liu Bei, as if he wanted to imprint Liu Bei's current appearance deeply in his mind. After a long while, he sighed heavily and said, "Everything, please Xuande." ”