Chapter 473: Take it from the people and use it for the people
You can't say he was wrong, because they delivered the food after all.
Moreover, God is not as good as man, and Sima Daozi never imagined that Beifu could capture Xiangyang City in just one day without a single blow.
What Sima Daozi was thinking was that maybe the army would have to fight fiercely outside the city for a month or two, and the food would be delivered to Xiangyang City at just the right time.
"I don't need this food anymore, why not send it back overnight!"
"Give it to anyone who has any use for it!"
Xie Xuan was not angry, but the white grain was in front of him, but the more he looked at it, the more angry he became. He always felt that Sima Daozi was deliberately embarrassing him.
No matter what kind of support it is, it must be sincere in order to move people.
The food sent by Sima Daozi not only did not move people, but also made Xie Xuan feel sick.
"Send it back?"
"Thank you, General, this is impossible!"
When the envoys heard that Xie Xuan refused to collect grain, they immediately panicked.
The situation they were most worried about appeared.
Sima Daozi entrusted the grain to him because he did not want the Beifu soldiers to use this batch of grain. But what about Xie Xuan?
We know Sima Daozi’s intentions very well. Haha, a young boy still wants to make trouble on Tai Sui’s head. Isn’t this pulling out the tiger’s teeth?
How could Xie Xuan tolerate him?
Showing off the air of a noble son of aristocratic family, he waved his hand and refused.
The whole process went smoothly. From the moment he entered the tent, Wang Mi didn't say much. It wasn't that he didn't want to talk, it was just that he wanted to wait and see the situation.
He wanted to see Xie Xuan's attitude clearly. Now he knew that Xie Xuan was very disgusted with Sima Daozi's afterthought.
So much so that he even said things that offended the court, but the food was good!
Grain is innocent!
It shouldn't be wasted as a tool for the feud between the aristocratic family and the court.
"General Xie, this matter can be discussed in the long term." Despite Xie Xuan's cold face, Wang Mi still stepped forward.
"You two envoys might as well go to the other tent to rest for a while. It's been hard work coming all the way. There are wine and food prepared in the military tent over there. You might as well have some."
Without waiting for Xie Xuan to retort, Wang Mi winked at He Wuji. Wuji was a showman and was good at welcoming people and sending them off.
He acted immediately and took away the two envoys who were pushing and shoving them.
"What do you want to say?"
After the annoying person left, Xie Xuan's mood improved a little and he poured a cup of tea.
This is for me to drink!
Someone was particularly conscious and ran over quickly and drank it all in one gulp.
"I am young and have little experience. I speak carelessly. General, please forgive me."
"Just tell me, my colleagues in the military are not so particular."
There is no need to pay attention to it, but who knows if you will be petty?
"The juniors feel that the food is good and the envoys are just following orders. The general should not spread his grievances on them."
This kid actually judged his faults!
Xie Xuan looked displeased, but Wang Mi looked indifferent. This would always be unpleasant, so he was prepared.
"General, don't worry. This junior understands the general's thoughts."
"Junior, if you think about it, sending food like this is probably not His Majesty's intention. The bad idea probably came from King Langya."
"King Langya has always been ambitious and wanted to weaken the power of the family. Now his ability is not enough to shake the family's status, so he resorted to such destabilizing tactics to cause trouble for Beifu."
"His little trick is just a trick in front of the general. The general sees through it at a glance, and of course he feels uncomfortable. That's for sure."
He also knows how to speak softly, so this guy has some eyesight.
"You are right. It is because I have seen Sima Daozi's sinister intentions that I am unwilling to accept his food."
"Who doesn't know that grain is good and can be used in any way, but if I harvest his grain, I will definitely be under his control in the future."
"If you don't want to be free, it's better not to take it away now and let the envoy send it back the way it came."
Although what he said was correct, there was no need to do so. Wang Mi put himself in the position of a child of the aristocratic family at that time and tried to think in their way of thinking.
The arrogance of the heirs of aristocratic families and the common behavior of being superior to the Sima family made Xie Xuan think so.
Can Xie Xuan's mind be changed with just a few words?
Of course it's impossible.
Then just follow his advice and see if you can find a compromise solution.
"When the general says this, he is just acting on his own initiative."
"We don't have to give up food, but we can also do good things."
Do good things?
Xie Xuan was slightly stunned, unable to figure out what Wang Mi was referring to.
"Tell me carefully."
But he was interested.
"We can accept the food, but if the Beifu soldiers don't use it, wouldn't it be nice to give it to the people of Xiangyang City?"
"Opening warehouses to release grain and provide relief to the people is also a credit to Beifu, and the court can't say anything about it."
"The key is that the Beifu soldiers rescued the people of Xiangyang. They already respected the general. Now, if the general leaves food to them, the people will definitely be more grateful to Beifu and the general."
"How could we miss such a good thing?"
Xie Xuan stroked his long beard and his eyes focused slightly.
"You mean to temporarily accept these grains and then release them to the people of Xiangyang City?"
"exactly."
"Juniors think this is the best solution."
"It can not only sell you something, but also make the court have nothing to say. It's the best of both worlds."
"What a great idea!"
"What a great idea!"
"You young people are so smart."
Xie Xuan looked at Wang Mi happily, with mixed emotions.
This young man could often bring him unexpected joy, making him feel both love and hate.
"Thank you!"
The little book boy heard the call and ran over in a hurry.
"Go and call Master He."
"It's best to leave this matter to him." Xie Xuan said this to Wang Mi.
He Mai, after all, can be regarded as someone under Wang Mi's command.
"He Mai is indeed a good candidate and will definitely be able to get this matter done."
The conversation was coming to an end, and Xie Xuan felt much better. Wang Mi was a decent man. At this time, General Xie needed to be lifted up.
Opening the warehouse and stocking grain must wait until dawn tomorrow. This is a good job that can enjoy the support of all the people and praise the general's virtue. Of course, it must be left to Xie Xuan himself.
As an old man, he always has some vain hobbies. When Wang Mi made a suggestion, Xie Xuan agreed after a few rounds of humility.
As for Wang Mi himself, he no longer cares about the affairs of Xiangyang City at all, and his eyes have been set further afield.
The battle is over, and those who need to be dealt with have been dealt with. Overall, the outcome of this battle is very satisfying.
The greatest success of the Xiangyang Battle was that Wang Mi, who had no battlefield experience, gained first-hand real-life experience. What could be more precious than this?
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