Chapter 377: Spy Chen Deng
Liu Xuan had a serious look on his face and said, "This condition of Tao Thorn History makes it difficult for this king to do!" ā
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Liu Xuan wanted Ju County, Dong-Guan, Gumu and Langxi, Zhu County and Haiqu County, and Tao Qian only took back the most important Haiqu County. It is impossible for him to give up all Haiqu County to Liu Xuan, if Liu Xuan insists, it is better to go to war.
Even if Liu Xuan has a strong army and a strong general, he may not be able to win easily.
Tao Qian said: "King Jing, if this is the case, then prepare for a battle." ā
"Alas......"
Liu Xuan sighed and said, "That's it, that's it." ā
Liu Xuan said: "Since Tao Tingshi is so sincere, this king agrees." Ju County, Dong-Guan, Gumu, Langxie, and Zhu counties are all assigned to this king, and Haiqu County is not wanted. ā
In the words, there is still a trace of regret.
Tao Qian's heart was full of contempt.
He gave most of the land of Langya Kingdom, but Liu Xuan was still not satisfied, it was really hateful.
Tao Qian really didn't want to talk to Liu Xuan anymore, this person was so shameless, so young, so cunning and shameless, it was annoying. Tao Qian took a deep breath and said, "King Jing, the matter is over, and the old man will go back." ā
"Wait!"
Liu Xuan said: "The matter has been negotiated, but Dongguan and Juxian are still in the hands of Tao Thorn Shi, when will Tao Thorn Shi be withdrawn?" ā
Tao Qian said: "Five days. ā
Liu Xuan frowned and said, "It takes so long? ā
Tao Qian said: "After all, if the officials under his command are willing to follow or leave, the old man must deal with them one by one, and he can't chill their hearts." ā
Liu Xuan thought for a while and said, "Okay, five days is five days." ā
For Liu Xuan, three days and five days are the same, and there is not much difference.
If Tao Qian wants to sabotage, or engage in small means, Liu Xuan is not afraid, as long as Juxian is in his hands, everything will be easy to do.
Suddenly, Wang Lang leaned down and whispered a few words in Tao Qian's ear.
Tao Qian suddenly said, "King Jing, the old man still has one more thing." ā
"What?"
Liu Xuan asked.
Tao Qian said: "In this battle, the old man paid too much price, but now there is still a person in the hands of King Jing. Now that the two sides have negotiated peace, it is time to release him. ā
Liu Xuan raised his eyebrows and said, "Is Tao Thorn Shi talking about Chen Deng?" ā
Tao Qian said: "Yes! ā
Liu Xuan said: "Chen Deng cannot be released at will, on the one hand, Chen Deng is the chief strategist of Tao Thorn History. On the other hand, Chen Deng is also an important member of the Chen family in Xiapi. If Chen Deng is released, it is equivalent to being an enemy. Such a thing is a disguised weakening of the king. ā
Tao Qian said coldly: "King Jing, the conditions given by the old man are good enough. ā
"Step! Trample! ā
Suddenly, there was a sound of footsteps.
Shi A came to Liu Xuan's side, lowered his body, and whispered in Liu Xuan's ear.
After Liu Xuan heard this, his sword eyebrows were raised, and a look of surprise appeared on his face.
The news came too suddenly.
Beforehand, there was no discussion at all.
Liu Xuan's mind turned, he was silent for a while, and said: "Tao Tingshi, although you are not very good, your subordinates are really loyal." Just now, this king got a message that Chen Deng was looking for death, but fortunately, this king's people found it early, otherwise Chen Deng would have died. ā
After Tao Qian heard this, he looked shocked.
In my heart, I was even more moved.
Chen Deng is worthy of being a loyal minister, and he is his arm.
Such talents are too rare.
Tao Qian originally didn't plan to pay the price again, but when he heard Liu Xuan's words, he thought about it and said, "King Jing, Chen Deng swears not to surrender." Even if you detain him, it will do you no good. Once Chen Deng is dead, you won't get anything. Therefore, it is better to release Chen Deng. As for the conditions, King Jing can put them forward. As long as it is suitable, the old man directly agreed. ā
Liu Xuan put his right hand on the desk and tapped it gently.
What are the conditions for Chen Deng's release?
This matter was something that Liu Xuan hadn't considered before.
The division of Langya Kingdom, as Liu Xuan expected, handed over Haiqu County to Tao Qian, was also a matter in Liu Xuan's plan.
Liu Xuan said: "Tao Thorn History, this matter ......"
Tao Qian said: "King Jing, the old man is sincere. So, please ask King Jing to make conditions. ā
No matter what, Tao Qian wants Chen Deng back.
Liu Xuan thought for a while and said, "It's better to hand over Haiqu County to this king." ā
"Impossible!"
Tao Qian shook his head and said, "The territory of Langya Country is impossible to divide again. So, please forgive King Jing. King Jing, please put forward other conditions. ā
Liu Xuan looked at Tao Qian, and Tao Qian at this time had a solemn expression.
Haiqu County is related to the security of Xuzhou, and it is impossible for Tao Qian to make concessions.
Liu Xuan sighed lightly and said, "That's it, stay a line, and see each other in the future." Although we are still in a hostile relationship. But perhaps, in the future, they will become allies? ā
When Tao Qian heard this, a smile appeared on his face. He thought to himself, Liu Xuan's conscience had finally found out.
Liu Xuan said: "This king only needs 100,000 stone grain and 10,000 sets of armor. ā
Tao Qian's eyes widened suddenly, and his face was full of incredulity, this condition was too harsh. 100,000 stone of grain, millions of catties of grain, 10,000 sets of armor, that's all money! ā
Such conditions are simply cutting meat on Tao Qian's body.
It's so ruthless!
Tao Qian had a different impression of Liu Xuan just now, but now he feels that Liu Xuan is still the same Liu Xuan, cunning and shameless. Tao Qian sighed lightly and said, "King Jing, the land of Xuzhou is a small projectile, and it has been fighting for many years, where did the old man get so much food." Up to 30,000 stone of grain and 3,000 sets of armor. This is already the limit of the old man, and it is impossible to have more. ā
Liu Xuan asked, "Really? ā
Tao Qian said: "Nature is true, and there is no falsehood. ā
Liu Xuan nodded and said, "Tao Tingshi go back and prepare food and armor, this king is waiting for your good news." Pay with one hand, deliver with the other. ā
"Farewell!"
Tao Qian stood up and left accompanied by Wang Lang.
Liu Xuan got up and returned to the military formation, turned over his horse, and quickly rushed back to the camp. Back at the camp, Liu Xuan directly ordered the soldiers to invite Chen Deng.
Chen Deng entered the camp tent and bowed: "Your Highness! ā
Liu Xuan said: "Yuanlong, when you asked Shi A to pass the message, Tao Qian was asking this king to release you, and I have already agreed. It's just that you know that when you return to Tao Qian's side, you are doing things for this king, and you are in a very dangerous situation. If you don't pay attention, your life is in danger. Even the Chen family will be affected. ā
During the previous negotiations, Chen Deng asked Shi A to pass a message, saying that he would return to Tao Qian's side as a spy.
This happened suddenly.
Chen Deng's face was serious, and he said: "Your Highness occupies most of the Langya Kingdom, and then you will make a truce with Tao Qian, and then you will make a move against Qingzhou." During this time, Xuzhou must not have problems. Returning to Tao Qian's side, on the one hand, he could help him resist the attacks from Yuan Shu, Liu Xuan, and Cao Cao, and on the other hand, when His Highness waved his army to attack Xuzhou again, Humility could respond to His Highness. ā
Liu Xuan sighed lightly and said, "Thank you for your hard work." ā
Chen Deng smiled and said, "The lowly job is not hard, and the lowly job is more motivated." Seeking the merit of Xuzhou for His Royal Highness will be the key to establishing the status of the humble post under the command of the lord. ā
"Well, this king is waiting for that day."
In Liu Xuan's eyes, he also has high fighting spirit.
Chen Deng has such ambitions, and he can't be a little daughter.