The matter was still not settled after all.

Before leaving, Zhuge Jin looked at the gate of the mansion, and suddenly recalled in his mind Sun Quan's expression, words and deeds when he left, and he couldn't help but lament:

"Alas, it seems that negotiations cannot reach an agreement on this matter, and the use of force may be inevitable."

After that, Zhuge Jin had no choice but to leave quickly.

His mission could not be completed, and it would be in vain to continue to stay in Yizhou. He had to return to Jiangdong as soon as possible.

Run out of the city.

Zhuge Jin was about to punt the boat down the river along the waterway.

But at this moment, he took a closer look and found a man working in the fields with the people.

Upon seeing this, he immediately shouted: "Kong Ming..."

Follow the sound to arrive.

Zhuge Liang, who was in the field, looked up and noticed his brother's figure, so he immediately stepped forward and said, "Brother."

"Kong Ming, what are you doing?"

Seeing Zhuge Liang dressed as a farmer in front of him, with his wrists and sleeves rolled up, his face stained with fresh mud, and looking very embarrassed, it was completely different from the image he had of the handsome man in brocade clothes, well-dressed, and guiding the country, and he couldn't help but

Asking each other.

"Oh, it's like this. Last year's harvest in Yizhou was poor, and this year's spring plowing is particularly critical. Uncle Liu Huang personally took charge of this matter."

"Liang is going to inspect the fields today, so he can give some guidance."

The two exchanged pleasantries, and Zhuge Liang calmed down and observed his words: "Why, my brother is leaving Chengdu so soon?"

"Yes, the mission failed. Brother, I have to rush back to Jiangdong as soon as possible to return my order to the Marquis of Wu."

After finishing his words, Zhuge Jin pondered for a while, and then reminded him with a solemn expression: "Kong Ming, you still have to admonish the emperor. If there is a rift between the Sun and Liu families, wouldn't it be an opportunity for Cao Cao to take advantage of him?"

"Thank you for reminding me, brother, Liang has his own sense of proportion!"

Seeing Zhuge Liang cupping his hands in response, Zhuge Jin did not continue to say anything.

Since they were busy with official duties, the two chatted for a while, and then Zhuge Jin quickly left under the protection of his entourage.

I heard what his brother said.

Zhuge Liang's face suddenly became extremely serious.

Immediately, he didn't care to continue inspecting the fields and rushed to the city.

After returning home, I took a bath, put on my usual brocade clothes and a goose feather fan attire, and then headed to General Zuo's Mansion.

Walking into the hall, Liu Bei was calmly reviewing official documents, while Pang Tong was leisurely sipping tea.

"Liang pays homage to the lord!"

"It's Kong Ming, Kong Ming, I wonder how the spring plowing has been lately?"

"Please rest assured, my lord, everything is as expected."

After finishing speaking, Liu Bei felt relieved when he saw Zhuge Liang's solemn reply.

After pondering for a while, Zhuge Liang raised his hands and asked: "My lord, just now Liang just happened to meet his brother outside the city. His words seemed to have something to say, but I don't know why Marquis Wu ordered him to come to Chengdu."

"What else can Sun Quan do? It's just that he came here because he borrowed Nanjun the year before last!"

Pang Tong replied nonchalantly from the side.

Immediately, Pang Tong slowly stated Sun Quan's request for the three counties in detail.

"I don't understand why that guy Sun Quan has such a thick face?"

"Lend one Nanjun and ask for three Jingnan counties?"

Pang Tong's face also showed some anger at this moment.

After hearing the detailed story, Zhuge Liang seemed to be thoughtful, and then slowly said: "When Qian Liang met his brother by chance, I could feel from his words that if we don't hand over the three counties, Sun Quan may have

The possibility of tearing up the alliance.”

"Huh, this guy is making sense."

"Since Red Cliff, Nanjun has become the front line against Cao Cao. It has suffered frequent wars and has long lost its former prosperity. Even its population and vast territory can no longer be compared with the counties in Jingnan."

"But he tried to exchange one county for three counties, and then ordered our army to resist Cao's army in Nanjun. He is really smart."

As soon as these words came out, Pang Tong snorted coldly and said disdainfully.

In his words, he became more and more disgusted with Sun Quan's behavior.

Immediately afterwards, he even said bluntly: "Want to tear the alliance apart? The commander-in-chief suggested that our army begin to slowly move troops to garrison at the lower reaches of the border from now on to ward off the Wu army."

"As soon as the enemy dares to take the initiative to invade, we will attack them!"

Seeing that Pang Tong actually wanted to fall out with Sun.

Zhuge Liang's expression suddenly changed slightly, and he quickly said: "Shi Yuan, don't do this!"

"Now, Hanzhong has not yet been pacified, and Yizhou is also under threat at any time. We should focus on the overall situation, stabilize the Sun family first, and then make a decision after preparing to fight and pacify Hanzhong County!"

One word fell.

Zhuge Liang also kept a clear head and analyzed slowly.

He understands that competing with the Sun family will never be able to determine the outcome in a short time!

But if Hanzhong is ignored for a long time, it may lead to disaster over time.

Hearing this, Pang Tong's eyes were fixed on Zhuge Liang, with a slight smile on his face, and he responded: "Kong Ming, you are too cautious!"

"Now it's Sun who wants to provoke us. If our army swallows his anger, Sun Quan will definitely be able to make further progress."

After the words fell, Pang Tong paused, and then continued: "I heard that Xiahou Yuan, who is currently in charge of Guanzhong, is still involved in the campaign to conquer Liangzhou."

"Looking at this situation, it cannot be calmed down within half a year."

"Liangzhou has not yet been decided. I don't think Cao Cao will launch an offensive on Hanzhong easily."

"In that case, why don't our army take advantage of this opportunity to resolve the dispute in Jingzhou by force first?"

For a time, Zhuge Liang and Pang Tong expressed their own opinions on different strategies to deal with Sun.

Disputed for a long time.

Both of them moved their gazes to Liu Bei's body in unison.

Liu Bei slowly raised his head, with a smile on his face, and said slowly: "Kong Ming, Shi Yuan, this matter is important, please let me consider it first!"

Now that the words have fallen, the two naturally will not continue to argue, and will only wait for the master to make a decision.

After that, Zhuge Liang and Pang Tongyi surrendered.

After the two left, Liu Bei's face changed into a serious one, and he immediately sent someone to summon Fazheng to come.

It's been a long time, waiting for the Dharma to be right.

Liu Bei also quickly told Zhuge Liang and Pang Tong their different strategies for dealing with the Sun family, and then asked each other: "What do you think if you don't know how to be filial?"

After hearing this, Fazheng couldn't help but ponder for a moment.

After thinking for a while, Fazheng said calmly and calmly: "My lord, I think what Zhuge Military Advisor and Shi Yuan said is right."

"The one Zhuge military advisor is concerned about is Hanzhong!"

"He suggested that peace be the main thing with the Sun family, but he was also worried that once the war started, it would be protracted."

"This move will delay the time for our army to send troops to Hanzhong."

After that, Fazheng changed the topic and analyzed: "Shi Yuan's words are more pragmatic. Now that Sun Quan has sent people to ask for the three counties, it shows that this person is ready to compete for Jingzhou by force."

"Therefore, from a righteous perspective, my lord, dragging is the main thing."

"drag?"
Chapter completed!