After learning the news that Inu Crooked and Jishan parted ways, Yu Zhen decided to adopt the strategy of recruiting An. Prior to this, due to the capital crime committed by the dog, the mother of the mother, wife and children of the son had been imprisoned. Therefore, he should show some sincerity when recruiting the inu.

At that moment, Yu Zhen called Wen Chang, and Wen Chang suggested: "First release the old mother, wife and children of the dog from the prison, and provide for them abundantly, so as to show their attitude to the dog crooked, and then write a letter of surrender to the dog crooked." In the letter, he was moved by affection and reason, telling him that as long as he was willing to surrender, glory and wealth, fine clothes and food, it would be no problem. ”

Yu Zhen said: "This is exactly what the official meant, so please ask Mr. to write this letter!" ”

Wen Chang said: "Subordinates obey orders!" ”

Wen Chang immediately came to the desk and neatly wrote a letter of surrender to the dog:

General Inucrooked:

We would like to extend our most sincere greetings to you, and may this letter reach you like a spring breeze across the sea, with harmony and hope.

Since ancient times, the ocean has been a world of heroes, and many heroes have been accomplished. You are the best of them, and you are admirable for your wisdom and courage. However, the road of kings is not alone, we are willing to work with you to create a new era of the ocean.

Today, although the world is chaotic, there are also many heroes. The prestige of your general has long been spread all over the world, shocking people all over the world. The crooked wisdom of the dog, the brave champion of the three armies, can be called the hero of the world. If you can abandon the darkness and turn to the light and return to the court, you will be able to achieve a more brilliant career.

We know very well that you are galloping in the ocean, seeking wealth and power, and there are not a few temptations from the court. However, today's imperial court is thirsty for talent, and for talents like you, they will definitely give generous treatment, so that your future can be sublimated.

Finally, I would like to express my sincere invitation to you once again, and hope that you will be able to judge the situation, seize the opportunity, and submit to the imperial court. The Imperial Court will wait for you with the highest honors, so that your glory on the sea will continue. May you reach even higher peaks on the road of this life.

Think again.

Best wishes to Shang Qi.

Respectfully

After Wen Chang finished writing, he handed the letter to Yu Zhen for review, and Yu Zhen smiled: "This letter written by Mr. is much better than what this official wrote for Cishan!" ”

Wen Chang arched his hand and said, "My lord has won the prize!" ”

Yu Zhen called one of his subordinates and asked him to hand over the letter to the messenger, who would find the place where the dog was and hand over the letter to the dog in person.

Yu Zhen asked Wen Chang, "Do you also want to prepare some belongings for the dog?" ”

Wen Chang said: "Don't use it for the time being, but there is one thing, Dog Crooked's wife and brother Peng Shi are still in the Wenchuan City Prison, he was ordered by Prime Minister Zhengqi to arrest him, and now to recruit Dog Crooked, he must be released, otherwise Dog Crooked will think that our sincerity is not enough." ”

Yu Zhen said: "What you said makes sense, when the official went to Wenchuan City last time, Lord Taihao wanted to behead him, but the official dispelled his idea. The official immediately repaired a letter, explained the matter to Lord Taihao, and asked him to cooperate in releasing Peng Shi from the prison! ”

Wen Chang suggested: "Your Excellency might as well go there in person, because Lord Taihao, the lord of Wenchuan City, is the leader of this joint anti-Japanese war. If you go to Oncheon Castle on the grounds of asking for cooperation in releasing the relatives of the pirate leader, you can tell Lord Taihao about your efforts to fight against the Japanese during this time, and you can also know about the situation in Oncheon Castle. ”

When Yu Zhen heard this, he smiled and said: "What Mr. said is very true, this official will go in person tomorrow." ”

It took a whole day to ride from Shechuan Castle to Wenchuan Castle, so he set out early in the morning and traveled day and night until he arrived at Wenchuan Castle, when it was the morning of a new day.

Tai Hao was dealing with official business in the yamen, and suddenly a government official came to report that the lord of Shechuan City, Yu Zhen, had arrived, and Tai Hao hurriedly invited him to the front hall of the yamen. Yu Zhen directly expressed his intention to Tai Hao, and said: "Lord Tai Hao, this official has already taken measures to surrender to the pirate dog crooked and Cishan, and I believe that it will not be long before they surrender to our army." In order to let the dog know our sincerity, this time I came, this time I want to ask Lord Taihao to cooperate and release the dog crooked wife and brother Peng Shi who is being held in the Wenchuan City prison, I don't know if it is possible? ”

Tai Hao replied without hesitation: "As long as it is beneficial to our anti-Japanese affairs, of course we can release him, and Lord Yuzhen sent a subordinate to inform him, why should he come to Wenchuan City in person for such a trivial matter." ”

Yu Zhen said: "I still came to tell Lord Taihao about this matter in person, after all, it is a repeat offense." I wonder how the Queen Mother is preparing for the fight against the Japanese samurai? ”

Tai Hao said: "We have successfully locked down the hiding place of the warriors of the Japanese Kingdom, and have formed fifteen elite Modao armies. At the moment, we are actively engaged in training, and it is expected that in a month, we will attack the Japanese samurai! ”

After hearing this, Yu Zhen smiled appreciatively and said to Tai Hao: "Lord Tai Hao's decisiveness and bravery make this official deeply admired. So, regarding the release of the dog's crooked wife and brother, this official wants to ask Lord Taihao to issue an order in the name of the imperial court, and then hand him over to this official, and then the official himself will release him, how about it? ”

Tai Hao nodded slightly, indicating that he had understood what Yu Zhen meant. He said softly: "Lord Yuzhen must be tired after a whole day's journey, but go to the side hall to rest, the official immediately announced that the official will take Peng Shi to the public court for interrogation, and after the official will finish interrogating Peng Shi, he will give him a reasonable explanation, and then hand it over to Lord Yu Zhen to deal with." ”

Yu Zhen said: "The official is indeed a little tired, so there is Master Lao Taihao." ”

Subsequently, under the leadership of a servant, Yu Zhen went to the side hall and began to rest.

Half an hour later, Tai Hao sorted out the official documents needed for the trial, came to the court, and instructed two officials to detain Peng Shi from the prison to the court.

Taihao slapped the shocking wood and began to interrogate Peng Shi.

Taihao asked, "Pengshi, do you know why you were put in prison?" ”

Peng Shi bowed his head and replied: "It's because of collusion with foreign enemies and harming the people." ”

Taihao said: "Who made you do this?" ”

Peng Shi was puzzled: "Lord Hui, these ...... The little one has said it many times before, and he has already been convicted, so I don't know why the adults are still ...... Do you want to ask the small one again? ”

Tai Hao angrily reprimanded: "If you answer honestly, just explain what you have confessed to the official again!" ”

Peng Shi bowed his head and said: "Yes, my lord, the little one will definitely explain honestly, this is all done by the dog crookedly and let the little one......"

Taihao asked, "What is the relationship between the dog and you?" ”

Peng Shi said: "He is...... He's small...... Brother-in-law. ”

Tai Hao continued to ask, "Have you passed on military information to him about several coastal cities?" ”

Peng Shi said: "Absolutely not, the small one just led the Japanese to enter Taichuan City." ”

After hearing this, Taihao's face sank: "Do you know that you are betraying the court and committing a great crime?" ”

Peng Shi hurriedly kowtowed: "Adult, the little one has confessed, and the little one is willing to be punished." ”

Tai Hao continued: "Pengshi, this official arraigned you today, it was ordered by the imperial court, because of your serious crimes, your case will not be handled by the official, all handed over to Lord Yuzhen, the lord of Shechuan City, to deal with it, and it will be handed over today, and Lord Yuzhen will have the final say on how to convict you." ”

After listening to Taihao's words, Peng Shi was frightened into a cold sweat, and immediately cried: "Adults spare their lives, adults spare their lives......"

Tai Hao instructed the officials beside him: "Escort him back to the prison!" ”

It wasn't until the afternoon of the same day that after Yu Zhen woke up, Taihao informed him of the interrogation of Peng. Subsequently, Taihao went to the prison with Yuzhen.

At this time, Pengshi, who was in the prison, was filled with fear and despair about the impending execution. When Taihao and So-zhen walked into the cell and ordered the jailer to escort Peng Shi to the interrogation room, his legs were so weak that he could barely walk. Two jailers then took him by the arm and carried him into the interrogation room.

Seeing this, Tai Hao ordered the two jailers to avoid first, and Tai Hao comforted Peng Shi: "Don't be afraid, I don't want to kill you, I'll introduce you, this is Lord Yuzhen, the lord of Shechuan City." ”

Pengshi's voice trembled, and he stammered, "Little one...... Small...... Little Greetings...... Meet Lord Jozhen......"

Yu Zhen said: "No need to be polite, Pengshi, the purpose of this official is to release you here." ”

Peng Shi couldn't believe Yu Zhen's words, and said in a low voice: "Don't deceive the little one, don't fool the little one, beg the adult to spare your life!" ”

Yu Zhen said: "This official is full of words, what he says must be counted, if you don't believe it, you can ask Lord Taihao." ”

Tai Hao nodded slightly, and said confidently: "Lord Yuzhen came from Shechuan City to rescue you from this prison, and from now on, you will be free." ”

Peng Shi asked with a puzzled expression: "The little one is guilty of a serious crime, I don't know why Lord Yuzhen wants to let the little one out?" His voice was full of confusion and worry, after all, it seemed to him that his fate had not turned around.

Taihao called in a jailer and asked him to untie Pengshi's bracelet and shackles.

Yu Zhen explained in detail: "Your brother-in-law is the leader of the pirate group, and now the imperial court is planning to recruit him. If successful, he will be made an official and may even receive a knighthood. However, it is unknown whether he will accept the imperial court's recruitment. By releasing you now, this official is giving you a chance to make meritorious contributions. You should find your brother-in-law as soon as possible and try to convince him to accept the court's offer. And, every half a month, you need to report the whereabouts of the dog to the officer. ”

After hearing this, the puzzle on Peng Shi's face deepened: "Small...... Can you really persuade the dog to accept the court's recruitment? His voice was filled with doubt and unease.

Tai Hao stared at Peng Shi and said in a calm tone: "Peng Shi, there is family affection between your brother-in-law and you. Even if you can't persuade him directly, you can try to convey to your sister that she will accept the court's invitation and let her persuade him. As his brother-in-law, he will definitely care about your safety. As long as you can find him and convince him with sincerity, I believe that he will be moved by you. ”

Yu Zhen also added: "Pengshi, your fate is actually not without a turnaround. This time, the official released you because he saw your potential. As long as you can successfully convince your brother-in-law, you can not only save yourself, but also serve the court and eliminate harm for the people. As far as you are concerned, you should take advantage of this opportunity to make meritorious contributions. ”

After hearing this, Peng Shi was silent for a while, and then nodded slowly: "The little one understands, please rest assured, the two adults, I will do my best." His voice was still a little shaky, but it was more determined.