Liu Bang's army set up camp outside the city of Xianyang. Confrontation with the Xianyang Qin army.

Xiao He compared the strength of the two armies. After confirming that the enemy was strong and I was weak, he said to Liu Bangjin: "Pei Gong, although the Qin army is now at the end of the strong crossbow, there are still 50,000 troops stationed in Xianyang City, and although our army has surrendered many sergeants, most of them are Qin troops. Xianyang is also a strong city, with plenty of grain and grass. If we attack the city with all our might, it is inevitable that they will not defect. In my opinion, it is better to persuade you to surrender. ”

"Persuasion?" As soon as Fan Hao heard Xiao He's opinion, he immediately refuted: "Pull it down!" Will the officials and emperors of the Qin Dynasty surrender? If we send people, they will only think that we are afraid of them. It will also fuel their arrogance. Big brother, I don't need to surrender troops, I only need the army and horses of my headquarters, and I will definitely capture Xianyang. ”

When Xiahou Ying and the generals heard this, they rushed to say: "Count me as the one for the siege!" We're going to meet the defenders of Xianyang. ”

And Cao Shen and others advocated persuasion! For a time, the account of Chinese Wu was divided into two opinions. Liu Bang only felt that both sides made sense, which made it difficult for him to choose.

Just when Liu Bang was in a dilemma, he suddenly received a report from an envoy sent by the Qin State. Liu Bang hurriedly called the messenger into the account.

As soon as the envoy entered the account, he said to Liu Bang: "Xia Guan is an envoy of the Qin State, and he has come to visit the general on the order of the King of Qin. ”

As soon as Liu Bang heard that the Emperor of Qin was called the King of Qin, he immediately frowned and asked, "King Qin?" Shouldn't you call your emperor Your Majesty? How did you change it? ”

Seeing that Liu Bang had doubts, the envoy explained to him: "The king of Qin knows that the six kingdoms have been restored, so he is called by the emperor and degraded himself to be the king. ”

"Qin II is still very self-aware." Cao Shen praised Qin Jun's self-depreciation.

When the envoy heard Cao Shen's words, he immediately continued: "The first emperor has been killed by the powerful minister Zhao Gao, and he died a month ago!" The one who reigns now is the eldest son of Prince Fusu. When our king ascended the throne, he had already executed the thief Zhao Gao and pacified the people. This self-deprecation is the meaning of the new king. ”

When everyone heard this, they began to whisper about the matter. Because of what the other party said. That's just too much information. Zhao Gao was supposed to be the one who died early, but he lived again, and he also killed Qin II. After that, Gongzi Ziying killed Zhao Gao again and ascended the throne! These sounded like stories to Liu Bang and others. They all thought it was incredible.

Liu Bang didn't seem to be much interested in who was in charge, and he suddenly asked the envoy: "I'll ask you!" South Korea's Situ Zhang Liang was arrested by you and taken to Xianyang. Where is it now? ”

The envoy didn't know about Han Situ being escorted to Xianyang, because all this was secretly carried out by Zhao Gao's people.

"I don't know there's such a person! I haven't heard of catching South Korea's Situ. ”

When Liu Bang heard the other party's answer, he immediately said angrily: "Did you kill the ovary?!" And then pretend to be stupid here?! If you don't tell the truth, Lao Tzu will kill you! ”

Seeing that Liu Bang was already angry, the envoy hurriedly replied: "General! The two countries are at war, and they don't cut it! I have come to invite the general to meet me at the behest of my king. As for what the general said about Situ in Korea, the minister really didn't know. Perhaps my king knows, why don't the general ask him personally. ”

King Qin wanted to see Liu Bang, which surprised everyone. At the same time, the generals suspected that King Qin wanted to take the opportunity to harm Liu Bang. So there were objections.

Fan Xu took the lead and said: "Big brother! You can't go, if the King of Qin has evil intentions, then aren't you throwing yourself into the net?! ”

"That's right! I think this is clearly a trick of King Qin! Xiahou Ying echoed.

Xiao He did not state his opinion, but first asked the envoy: "I don't know why Your Royal Highness the King of Qin wants to meet with my family Pei Gong?" Also, how does King Qin plan to meet? ”

When the envoy heard Xiao He's question, he dared to reply quickly: "My king wants to meet the general to discuss the surrender!" The way to meet is to meet both parties outside the city! At the same time, only a small number of guards were brought with them. Our king also said that if the general doubts the sincerity of my king. He can lead the army to follow him to ensure the safety of the general. ”

As soon as Liu Bang heard that King Qin was planning to surrender, he immediately lost his voice and said, "What? King Qin is going to descend?! ”

This news is undoubtedly a bombshell. It shocked Liu Bang and his generals in the tent.

Xiao He was the first to react. "Please go down and rest first, and we will reply immediately after we have consulted."

Although the Qin envoy was anxious to get a reply, he knew that the stakes were high. went down with Sergeant Liu Bang.

It was only after the Qin envoy left that Liu Bang and the others began to discuss the matter.

"Pei Gong, I still think you can't go! There were 50,000 Qin troops in Xianyang, how could the King of Qin surrender so easily? Xiahou Ying said first.

Cao Shen then also said: "Yes! I agree with Xiahou Ying. It's too risky. If the King of Qin really wants to surrender, we can send one person there. You don't have to go in person. ”

"But if King Qin really wants to surrender, how can the eldest brother not show our sincerity. In this way, I am afraid that it will be self-defeating, and if the other party changes his mind, he will lose this opportunity. For the first time, Fan Hao disagreed with Xiahou Ying.

Xiao He remained silent from beginning to end. He was thinking, thinking about what the dangers were. What are the odds of winning. If you don't go, what will happen?

Liu Bang listened to everyone's opinions and fell into a dilemma again. In fact, he wanted to go to King Qin for a while, and at the same time personally inquire about the whereabouts of the ovary room. But if it is true as Xiahou Ying said, then it is not only himself who is in danger, but the entire army. Facing Xiao He, who was speechless, he suddenly asked, "Xiao He, if you lead the army, how can you face the 50,000 Qin troops in the city?"

When Xiao He heard Liu Bang's question, he thought that the other party planned to attack the city, so he replied: "If you want to take the city, you must first let the enemy lose the will to fight, and then use a large army to capture it." Chen Ping's strategy can be continued to let the Qin army know that the general trend has gone, which can not only hit the morale of the soldiers in the city, but also make the Qin army that has surrendered no longer have the heart to repeat. ”

After listening to Xiao He's answer, Liu Bang suddenly seemed to have a decision. He slowly stood up from the handsome seat, and at the same time said with a stern face: "I have made up my mind, I will go to King Qin for a while tomorrow." This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and if you can take Xianyang without blood, it will be best for the sergeants and the people. Tomorrow, Cao participates in Xiahou Ying and goes with me. Xiao He sat in the camp, and Fan Hao led the army. The other generals have their own duties. ”

When everyone heard that Liu Bang was going to the meeting, and he didn't bring a large army, they immediately wanted to dissuade him. But I didn't wait for them to speak. Liu Bang took the lead and said: "I am here to let King Qin know my determination, and at the same time let him know that I am not afraid of him." So there is no need for a large army to follow. But if King Qin is a capricious villain, with Xiao He and Fan Hao and others, the army can be safeguarded. I was relieved! Cao Shen, Xiahou Ying! Do you dare to go with me??! ”

Cao Shen and Xiahou Ying did not agree to this meeting, but saw that Liu Bang had made up his mind. Without further ado, when Liu Bang asked him if the two dared to go, the two immediately seemed to be aroused.

"Go, go! I'm afraid that he won't succeed, Pei Gong rest assured! If King Qin really has the intention of harming you, I will ensure that you are considerate, and let him have no return. ”

Cao Shen didn't have any grandiose words at this time, just smiled and replied: "Cao Shen is willing to go with Pei Gong!" ”

Liu Bang saw that the two had already expressed their position, so he said to the generals: "Okay!! I've made up my mind! You are all my Liu Ji's brothers, and I have never learned anything. Thanks to your support, we are where we are today. I hope you will help me again, let me be King Qin for a while! ”

After listening to Liu Bang's words, everyone was immediately infected by Liu Bang's arrogance. Once again, they were sure they weren't following the wrong person. This is Liu Bang! A man who can make wise decisions in extraordinary moments! The generals then stepped forward together to salute their promises. When he was young, the Qin envoy was summoned, and after receiving Liu Bang's reply, he left.

The next morning. Liu Bang only took Cao Xian, Xiahou Ying and a few guards to the outside of Xianyang City.

As soon as he arrived in the city, he saw that the king of Qin had already set up a seat outside the city. There were only a few people around. But in the distance, there were countless Qin troops in the city, waiting for them, looking in the direction of King Qin.

King Qin was sitting precariously at this time, as if he had been waiting for Liu Bang for a long time.

When Liu Bang saw it, he immediately urged the horse forward, and then dismounted and walked into the banquet. There was no sign of fear. "The general really has the guts. Only a few people dared to go to the meeting. Ziying admired Liu Bang's courage very much.

After Liu Bang saw Ziying, he suddenly had more respect. He clenched his fists and replied: "Your Majesty only brought a few people, which shows that Your Majesty is open-minded." ”

Hearing Liu Bang call himself His Majesty, Ziying had to smile bitterly. Then he replied: "The general doesn't need to be called that anymore, I have degraded myself to the king of Qin." No longer His Majesty the Emperor. Find the general today. I wanted to negotiate surrender with the general. After speaking, he slowly placed a brocade box between the two.

After the brocade box was opened, Liu Bang looked into the box, but he didn't know what was in the box. Then he asked suspiciously, "...... this?" ”

"This is the jade seal of the country since the first emperor!"

When Liu Bang heard this, he immediately fell to the table. He didn't expect the other party to even take out the jade seal of the country. It is not only a token, but also a symbol of imperial power and status. What Liu Bang saw at this time was not the jade seal, but the sincerity of the other party's sincere surrender.

"Your Majesty still has 50,000 soldiers and horses in the city, why did he surrender so easily?" Liu Bang always found it difficult to understand the return of the child. And the title of Your Majesty is a sign of respect for him. He was the emperor! Even though he was about to lose the favor of his land and his subjects, he was still an emperor!

Looking at Liu Bang, who was puzzled, Ziying sighed softly: "What can you do with 50,000 soldiers and horses?!" Although I have the ambition to support the society, the mandate of heaven no longer belongs to my Daqin. Why should I add innocent casualties to my useless dignity? I only hope that the general will treat the soldiers and civilians in the city well, and all the blame lies with me, and I am willing to take full responsibility for this troubled world. “

Liu Bang never thought that Qin Jun would have such a mind. In his eyes, it was the pain that the first emperor brought to the people, and Hu Hai increased the heavy taxes and burdens on the people. He couldn't help but bow down to Ziying and said, "Your Majesty is generous and benevolent, and he puts the people of the world first. It will surely be passed on to future generations. “

For Liu Bang's praise, Ziying just smiled slightly bitterly. "What kind of name can a dead king leave to future generations? It's just a laugh! I only hope that the people of the world will no longer suffer from war, and I am willing to do so. “

Liu Bang didn't know how to comfort the other party, thinking that if the ovary was here, he would definitely give Qin Jun a correct evaluation. As soon as the thought flashed in his mind, he immediately asked, "I don't know if Your Majesty knows the whereabouts of Zhang Situ of South Korea?" ”

When Ziying heard the other party ask about Zhang Liang, she immediately replied: "I am the traitor Zhao Gao, thanks to Zhang Situ's help." It's just that after a hurried farewell, he has already escaped from Xianyang for more than a month. I don't know where he is now, and the pursuing sergeant has not heard of him being captured, so I think it should be fine. All I know is that he fled with a woman and a servant girl that Zhao Gao had captured for him. ”

Knowing that Zhang Liang had fled Xianyang, Liu Bang immediately let go of his heart. But when he heard that the other party actually fled with two women, he immediately said secretly in his heart: Boy, you can do it! It's in vain that Lao Tzu and everyone else are so worried about you! There are even beautiful women to accompany you. Even slipped away, not forgetting to take the two sisters. You wait, I have to tell Princess Shu and Zhi'er! You can't eat and walk around! (To be continued.) )