There are even Yi Ji as the vanguard, who went to Jingchu to seek official positions.
Among the envoys from the four princes, Gu Yong was the last to arrive in Runan. However, when he returned to Jiangdong, he went down the river, so he was the first to return to the center of his own power.
On this day, Gu Yong returned to Wuxian County after several days of trekking through mountains and rivers.
Sun Ce personally met Gu Yong in the north of Wu County and returned to Wuhou's mansion together.[
At this moment, in the hall of Wuhou Mansion.
Sun Ce sat on the marquis seat, followed by Zhang Zhao and Gu Yong. Gu Yong raised his fist and explained to Sun Ce the circumstances of his trip to Runan, including Lu Su's attitude and Liu Xun's actions.
Regarding Lu Su's resolute attitude of loyal ministers not serving the two masters, Sun Ce regretted it greatly after hearing this. In troubled times, there is no shortage of talented people, but loyal ministers with unparalleled loyalty.
Let alone Lu Su’s talents, let’s talk about Lu Su’s loyalty. It was enough for any prince to reuse him. But he did not listen to Zhou Yu’s recommendation, despised Lu Su, and finally lost this talent. He was really confused.
Yes.
Sun Ce regretted it very much.
And when Gu Yong talked about Liu Xun sending troops to Shouchun and Zhao Yun sending troops to threaten Shouchun's rear, his expression changed slightly. In fact, Sun Ce knew about this news.
After all, Huainan and Jiangdong are only separated by the Yangtze River. The news is very convenient. What made Sun Ce's expression change slightly was some insider information told by Gu Yong.
For example, Zhao Yun actually sent troops just for the sake of armor and war horses.
When finally, Sun Ce heard the way Lu Su had given him, bribing Zhao Yun to send troops. Sun Ce despised Zhao Yun on the one hand, and was jealous of Zhao Yun on the other.
It's really upsetting that such a idiot actually gained Lu Su's allegiance.
As for whether to send those things or not, Sun Ce quickly made a decision. He turned his head and asked Zhang Zhao: "Zibu, are our treasury sufficient now?"
"When Jiangdong is at peace, wars have decreased. Armor, war horses, bows, and food are all increasing steadily."
Zhang Zhao replied.
"Yeah." Sun Ce nodded, and then said with a little pain: "Armor, war horses, bows, and food are nothing. What really makes Gu feel sad are the horse masters, bowsmiths, and blacksmiths. The training of those people does not happen overnight.
It can be completed, and losing one is a serious loss."
However, Sun Ce soon thought of the benefits that would come if he could win over Lu Su. He couldn't help but smile and said: "However, if we can win over Runan, we can take advantage of the situation to conquer Huainan and occupy the entire Yangzhou. This loss will be huge."
It’s nothing.”
"I will go down and prepare immediately." Zhang Zhao immediately understood what Sun Ce meant and stood up and said.
"Hurry up. Although three months is not short, it is not long either. If something goes wrong along the way, it will be a matter of deep regret." Sun Ce nodded after hearing this.
"Promise." Zhang Zhao agreed, said goodbye and left.
"Yuantan has had a hard time along the way. Go down and have a rest." Immediately, Sun Ce turned around and saw Gu Yong's face was full of weather, and said very gently.[
"Thank you, Marquis Wu."
Gu Yong was indeed tired. After hearing this, he thanked him, turned around and walked away.
"I'm really looking forward to it. Zhao Yun will send his troops to the south, and he will send his troops to the north to attack Liu Xun together." After the two left, Sun Ce said in anticipation.
To be honest, although Sun Ce was heartbroken for those craftsmen at this moment, on the other hand, he was also impatient and wanted those craftsmen to arrive and bribe Zhao Yun.
Incited Zhao Yun to send troops and finally conquered Yangzhou.