Although Zhang Cheng knew that this mission was unusual, he didn't take it too seriously. In his opinion, this envoy proposed to Guan Yu that it was just a strategy for Sun Quan to stabilize the Western Front in the face of Cao Ying's pressure. In fact, there is a great river and natural danger, and the strength of Cao's naval division is far from that of Eastern Wu, Jiangdong is not as dangerous as imagined. The reason why Sun Quan did not have self-confidence had a great deal to do with the great war last year - the monarchs and ministers of Jiangdong were all broken by Zhang Liao.

If you can marry Guan Yu, then the western front is worry-free, Sun Quan can try to transfer more troops and horses to Jianye to fight, and mentally have more allies, one less enemy, and the morale will be improved.

That's all.

This is Zhang Cheng's opinion, so although he hopes that this mission can be successful, it does not mean that it must be successful, even if it fails, he feels that it will only have a greater impact on him personally, but it will not have much impact on the battle situation. But now that Sun Shaoyi analyzed and raised this matter directly to the height of unifying the world, Zhang Cheng suddenly felt that the burden on his shoulders was very heavy.

At the same time, he also agreed with Sun Shao's opinion that although Lu Meng had great achievements, in terms of vision, not only could not be compared with Zhou Yu, but he could not be compared with Lu Su.

Takefu, after all. Zhang Cheng sighed secretly, feeling heavy.

Zhang Cheng's mood was heavy, Sun Shao's mood was relaxed, and since he had expressed that emotion, he didn't say anything more. He knows that Zhang Cheng is a smart person, as long as he gives him a start, he will think about it himself, he is a half-ass, and it is okay to talk about it occasionally, but if you really want to elaborate, most of his prescient knowledge is not enough evidence, there are too many accidents in history, and it is unreasonable to speculate on the cause itself by the result, not to mention that he doesn't know history or not that history at all.

Study hard and make progress every day. Sun Shao spent all his time studying, in addition to asking Zhang Cheng for advice, he has been immersed in hard study, and his seriousness is even admired by Zhang Cheng. Zuo's Spring and Autumn Period has more than 200,000 words, recording the thirteenth generation from the hidden prince to the mourning duke, ordinary people read the scriptures, that is, the whole chapter and sentence, the meaning of the text, and then to explore the deep meaning of the text, but Sun Shao is working hard, each volume is memorized first, the text is memorized, and then the string of sentences is spoken. At first, Zhang Cheng felt that this was unnecessary, but slowly he didn't think so, because he found that when explaining, Sun Shao could not only put aside the book to discuss, but also mention every sentence, Sun Shao could easily mention his similarities, and asked Zhang Cheng to compare and analyze. Zhang Cheng has worked hard in Zuo Chuan Spring and Autumn for more than 20 years, of course, he will not be stumped by Sun Shao, but he has to admit that Sun Shao's endorsement method looks stupid, but in fact, it is twice the result with half the effort and is very effective.

"Fengxian, your progress is fast."

Sun Shao smiled: "I'm just getting started, at best, I've reached the atrium, I haven't yet entered the hall, let alone entering the room, the road is long, I will go up and down and seek!" He paused, and then asked, "Brother Zhong, why do I think that this Spring and Autumn Festival is the same as the door of concealment." ”

Zhang Cheng was stunned, not knowing why Sun Shao suddenly had this analogy.

"The owner was not at home, the door was hidden, the lock was hung but not fastened. When the gentleman saw it, he naturally knew that the master was not there, so he could not enter by himself. But when the villain saw it, he went straight into his room and swept away his wealth. Spring and Autumn righteousness, isn't it the lock hanging on the door? ”

Zhang Cheng was stunned and opened his mouth to argue, but he felt that what Sun Shao said vaguely made sense, and he didn't know where to start.

"Spring and autumn work, and the rebellious ministers and thieves are afraid." Sun Shao smiled and said again: "But since the Han Dynasty, there have been many rebellious ministers and thieves who are proficient in the Spring and Autumn Period." Wang Mang usurped the throne, so many great Confucians persuaded him to enter, where did they learn the scriptures and righteousness of the saints? ”

Zhang Cheng's face became very ugly, hesitated for a moment, and began to debate with Sun Shao citing scriptures. In terms of scripture and righteousness, Sun Shao is definitely not his opponent, and he was defeated in a few words, but he was indomitable, defeated again and again, and constantly put forward new views. The journey was lonely, Zhang Cheng did not object to someone playing against him, the two of them were arguing, talking happily, sometimes with angry eyebrows, sometimes looking at each other and laughing.

"My lord, there's a boat ahead." Cao Gen, who was standing outside the cabin, suddenly shouted.

Zhang Cheng and Sun Shao glanced at each other and hurriedly got out of the cabin. At the moment, it is still within the sphere of influence of Jiangdong, so there should be no danger, but now there are many water thieves and mountain bandits, and it is not impossible to really encounter robbery. Zhang Cheng did not dare to slack off, and immediately ordered to be on guard, and fifty soldiers quickly took the position, put their bows on their arrows, and waited for the battle.

On the wide river, a building ship came from afar, smooth and fast. As they got closer, the ship became even larger, with a female wall erected like a city wall on the high side of the ship, and rows of soldiers wearing fine armor stood with halberds, although the number was small, but the bearing was solemn, as if facing a great enemy. Several giant crossbows were loaded with iron arrows like spears, and the arrows of cold light pointed directly at the ship where Sun Shao and them were. On the third floor, a large flag was erected on the roof, whistling in the wind.

"It's General Yokoe." Zhang Cheng smiled.

Sun Shao followed his finger and saw a middle-aged man standing on the railing on the third floor of the cabin, and several fierce warriors standing behind him.

"I have heard for a long time that Lu Hengjiang has managed the army well, and although I have only seen it once, I can imagine it as a matter of course." Zhang Cheng sighed, and said with some curiosity: "It's just that he is conceited and refuses to be subordinate, why did he come to greet him in person?" ”

Sun Shao smiled and quipped: "Zhong Hei, in my opinion, it must be like-minded." ”

Zhang Cheng thought about it for a while, and then understood the meaning, he smiled and nodded: "I think it's the only way to come." ”

While the two were talking, the boat had slowly stopped, and a soldier shouted, "Is there a messenger to Nanjun ahead?" ”

Cao Gen replied loudly: "It is the messenger. Although he usually doesn't talk much, but this shout surprised Sun Shao, the boat is downwind, they are the wind, but Cao Gen's voice is loud, full of energy, as if it is not affected by the wind, the people on the boat can hear clearly, and then stretched out a long hook, pulled their boat to the side of the boat, opened a door on the side of the ship, and a person who looked like a scribe greeted him with a smile: "Lin Zhi was ordered by the general to invite two messengers to board the ship to talk." ”

Zhang Cheng and Sun Shao got on the boat, followed Lin Zhi up to the third floor, and saw Lu Su up close. At a glance, he immediately slandered Lao Luo, where is this Lu Su in front of him a good old man, although he has a sick face, but the murderous aura in those eyes is better than that of Lu Meng. He is about seven feet five inches, and he does not look tall against the backdrop of a few big men next to him, but that kind of arrogant demeanor reminds Sun Shao all the time that this person in front of him is not a good old man, this is definitely a fierce man who kills decisively.

"I haven't seen Zhang Gong for a long time, is he in good health?" Lu Su showed a hint of a smile, slowly stepped forward, and bowed his hand.

Zhang Cheng was very surprised when he saw Lu Su greeting his father, and he didn't dare to slack off, so he hurriedly stepped forward to salute: "General Lao is concerned, and my father is in good health." ”

Lu Su smiled and stretched out his hand to lead them into the seats. There were four lacquer cases on the deck, the cups and plates were complete, Lu Su was the chairman, Zhang Cheng and Sun Shao were in the guest seats, and Lin Zhi was on the side. Lu Su glanced at Sun Shao, smiled and said, "Captain, I don't have any new wine here, I can only entertain with some light wine, and please don't dislike it." ”

Sun Shao bowed and smiled: "The friendship of gentlemen is as light as water." can meet Hengjiang and see the general's respectful face, Sun Shao is already happy and drunk, why do you need to drink? ”

Lu Su was stunned for a moment, and laughed loudly: "The captain has the style of a father, and he is open-minded, and it is heartwarming to see." ”

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