Wanyan Sosuke didn't mind Lu Duo's indifferent attitude, he took a sip of wine lightly, and said slowly: "General Lu Duo, you are a smart person, you should know my purpose for looking for you. Now that Dajin is worried about domestic and foreign troubles, although Wanyan Zongyi is brave, it is difficult to resist the attack of the Great Song Dynasty. And you, as his cronies and fierce generals, are you willing to follow him to your demise? ”

Hearing this, Ludo's brows furrowed. He was indeed worried about Wanyan Zongyi's situation, but he was also well aware of his loyalty and righteousness. He was silent for a moment before he said slowly: "Wanyan Zongfu, what you said is wrong. Although I, Ludo, am a martial artist, I also know the word loyalty. Wanyan Zongyi has the grace of knowing me, how can I turn my back on him for selfish gain? ”

When Wanyan Zongfu heard this, he was not discouraged. He had long expected this reaction from Rudo, so he continued: "General Rudo, I naturally admire your loyalty. But have you ever wondered if your loyalty is worth it? Although Wanyan Zongyi is brave, he is not a master. He is stubborn and self-serving, and he can't listen to advice, is such a monarch worth your life for him? ”

Rudo was touched by Sosuke Wanyan's words. He had to admit that Wanyan Zongyi did have these problems. But he still stuck to his position and beliefs, "Wanyan Zongfu, you don't have to say much. Since I, Lu Do, have chosen to follow Yan Zongyi, I will always be loyal to him. Your temptations have no effect on me. ”

Wanyan Zongfu chuckled, he was not surprised by Lu Do's firmness, he just shook his head lightly, and said: "Lu Do, you are indeed a loyal person, but do you know that there are no eternal enemies in this world, only eternal interests." What Wanyan Zongyi can give you, I can also give you, and even more. ”

After listening to Yan Zongfu's words, Lu Duo couldn't help but be a little shaken in his heart.

"I know this move is difficult for everyone to accept, but for the sake of my future and life, I have to make this decision." Lu Duo looked around at everyone, "Those who are willing to follow me to the court, I Lu Duo is grateful; If anyone does not want to, I will not force it, but I hope that you will do it for yourselves. ”

Wanyan Zongfu sneered: "Lu Duo, when did you become so kind to a woman?" Those who achieve great things are not informal, if you don't start, someone else will replace you. When the time comes, you and your soldiers will be afraid that you will die. ”

"Wanyan Sosuke, I ......" Lu Duo spoke, but he was a little hesitant.

He does crave a higher status and better treatment, but he also knows that there is a price to be paid behind it. He pondered for a moment and looked up at Wanyan Sosuke, his eyes flashing with a complex light.

Rudo returned to the house and stayed awake all night. After thinking about Yan Zongfu's words repeatedly, his heart felt like he had knocked over the five-flavor bottle. As soon as the sky was bright, he summoned his generals to discuss important matters.

Although this secret talk did not achieve its goal immediately, it laid the groundwork for Wanyan Sosuke's rebellion plan.

He often invited Ludo to drink together and talk about the general trend of the world and the future of the Jin country.

The night was like ink, and the lights of the capital were dim, as if swallowed by heavy darkness. In the middle of the night, Sosuke Wanyan and Rudo meet at a secret tavern in the city.

He knew that Wanyan Zongyi's situation was becoming more and more difficult, while the power of the imperial court represented by Wanyan Zongfu was becoming stronger and stronger. He began to waver, and began to think about whether he should make a new choice for the sake of his future and interests.

When Ludo heard this, a warm current surged in his heart. He looked up at Wanyan Sosuke, his eyes full of gratitude and respect. He knew he had made a decision.

"After Yan Sosuke, I decided. I am willing to serve the court and serve you. Rudo said in a deep voice.

Hearing this, Lu Duo's brows tightened, and after pondering for a moment, he sighed: "Sosuke, I am not an unreasonable person. Although Wanyan Zongyi treats me well, I also know that he is not the master. It's just that if the tens of thousands of soldiers under my command are converted, what will be their future? ”

The two looked at each other and smiled, raising their glasses and drinking together.

"Wanyan Sosuke, your conditions are indeed very tempting. But you must know that I, Rudo, am not a person who is greedy for life and afraid of death. If I serve you, I will inevitably betray Yan Zongyi, which I can't accept. Rudo said in a deep voice.

The two sat opposite each other, a few broken candles on the table flickering, and their faces were a little blurred in the intertwining of light and shadow.

In the days that followed, Sosuke Wanyan did not rush to achieve success, but chose to maintain close contact with Rudo.

"Brothers, now that the situation is pressing, I have to negotiate a way out with you." Lu Duo said in a deep voice, "Wanyan Zongyi is no longer the hero of the past, and we can't sit still. I intend to submit to the imperial court, I don't know what everyone thinks? ”

The success of Rudo's rebellion added an important stroke to Wanyan Sosuke's plan, and also had a huge impact on the future pattern of the Jin Kingdom.

Wanyan Zongfu was overjoyed when he heard this, he held Lu Duo's hand tightly and said, "General Lu Duo, I am very pleased with your decision. I believe that your joining will add a fierce general to the imperial court. Your future will change from now on, and prosperity will no longer be a dream. ”

Lu Duo's heart was shocked, and his face was sad: "Zongfu, this matter is not trivial. Wanyan Zongyi is my former master after all, how can I attack him easily? ”

Wanyan Zongfu put down his wine glass and looked at Lu Duo with a firm gaze: "Don't worry, the imperial court will properly settle your soldiers." You only need to do one thing - get close to Yan Zongyi and find an opportunity to get rid of him. As soon as this matter is completed, you will be a great hero of the imperial court. ”

He used his wisdom and eloquence to gradually win Rudo's trust and respect.

Finally, on a dark and windy night, Rudo was once again invited to the tavern by Sosuke Wanyan. This time, his face was not filled with the same indifference and firmness as before, replaced by a deep confusion and struggle.

When the generals heard this, they talked about it. Some supported submission as a wise move. There are also those who firmly oppose it, believing that betraying the old lord is unjust. Rudo listened quietly to their discussions, and his heart was already determined.

Wanyan Zongfu took a sip of wine and slowly spoke: "Ludo, you are a smart person, you should know the current situation. Wanyan Zongyi's qi is exhausted, if you are still obsessed, I am afraid that it will be difficult to escape in the future. ”

The two looked at each other and smiled, raising their glasses to celebrate the momentous occasion.

And Ludo also began to think about his future and future under the subtle influence of Wanyan Sosuke.

When Wanyan Zongfu heard this, he was not discouraged. He knew Rudo's character and personality well, and knew that it would not be an overnight task to truly plot against him. He smiled lightly and said, "General Rudo, I don't force you to make a decision now. You can think about it slowly, what I have is time to wait for your reply. ”

Wanyan Sosuke smiled lightly and interrupted him: "General Rudo, you don't have to rush to make a decision. I know this is a tough choice for you, but I want you to understand that no matter what decision you make, I will respect your choice and will always treat you as a friend. ”

After some deliberation, Rudo's men made a choice. Nearly half of the soldiers chose to stay, they were unwilling to betray Yan Zongyi; The other half chose to follow Rudo to the court. Rudo looked at these brothers who had fought side by side with him for many years, and his heart was full of emotion.

"Now that you've made your choice, I won't say more. I only hope that no matter where you are in the future, you can remember today's friendship. Lu Duo took a deep breath, "Brothers of the Guishun Imperial Court, we need to leave Shangjing immediately. This should be done sooner rather than later. ”

So, under the cover of night, Lu Duo quietly left Shangjing with more than 20,000 men and horses who were willing to follow him. They took away the artillery and guns that the Great Song Dynasty had given to Wanyan Zongyi as a letter of surrender, and marched towards an unknown future.