Wanyan Agu frowned and said, "What? Does the military advisor also think that we should attack the city? But under the current circumstances, attacking the city seems not a good idea."
Li Guochou said in a deep voice: "I understand the concerns of the great leader. Under the current situation, attacking the city is indeed not a good idea, but in terms of timing, it is the best time. Yesterday we decided to attack eastward, which was a last resort.
For this reason. But in fact, the big leader should also understand in his heart that if he wants to conquer the Great Zhou Dynasty, he must capture Bianliang. Bianliang is the capital of the Great Zhou Dynasty, and capturing Bianliang is of decisive significance. If we attack the city all the way
If Bianliang City cannot be captured, it will not be fatal to the hearts of the people of the Zhou Dynasty. Capturing Bianliang is a heart-breaking strategy that will completely break the psychological defense line of the military and civilians of this huge country. Among them
There’s no need to elaborate further on its meaning.”
Of course Wanyan Aguda understood the meaning of Li Guochou's words. He would hit the snake seven inches. Especially for a huge country like Zhou Dynasty, a highly developed country with more than a hundred years of glory, people are arrogant and will never surrender.
They are from a small tribe in the north. They call the foreign tribes in the north, including the Jurchens, Yi Di. The name itself carries contempt and arrogance.
Although they are declining rapidly and are falling into the abyss. But there is a saying that a centipede insect will not freeze even if it is dead. It is also said that a skinny camel is bigger than a horse. With a vast territory and a population of hundreds of millions, the Zhou Dynasty has a vast territory and a population of hundreds of millions.
How can it be conquered so easily? Therefore, if you want to conquer the Great Zhou Dynasty, you cannot rely on recklessness. You must first defeat the pride of the Great Zhou people and shatter their self-esteem.
The other side of pride is inferiority. Once the proud Zhou people have their self-esteem and self-confidence destroyed, they will become autistic and inferior. Defeating them psychologically and making them lose their spirit is the most clever way to conquer.
Wanyan Aguda didn't understand this before, but since Li Guochou arrived, he learned a lot from Li Guochou. These are what Li Guochou told Wanyan Aguda. Wanyan Aguda was originally a wise man
An outstanding person, he knows everything at once and quickly understands the key point.
To achieve this goal, we must search for the Seven Cun of the Great Zhou Dynasty, which is undoubtedly the capital city that represents the highest status and majesty of the imperial power of the Great Zhou Dynasty. Capturing Bianliang City is the primary goal. Not only that, but also capturing the city.
After going to Bianliang, he must make the Emperor of the Great Zhou Dynasty, Guo Chong, bow to him and humiliate the Great Zhou royal family. He must make all the subjects of the Great Zhou Dynasty feel ashamed and have their hearts broken. He must make the people they respect
All authority collapses in front of their eyes, turning their dream of the Great Zhou Dynasty into a mirage. Only then will they face reality, give up their ridiculous pride, and understand that they are just poor people under the Jurchen's iron heel.
"A double blow of force and psychology can destroy the inner self-esteem of those arrogant Han people and conquer this country. Once they become people with low self-esteem, the despicability of their human nature will be exposed. The bad nature of the Zhou people will be revealed.
It is selfishness, that is, a large number of people will abandon their integrity in the face of interests and huge external pressure. Many of them will betray their country in order to survive and benefit. The leader of this group of people can call them 'traitors'
', or call them 'Er Gouzi'"
The above passage is the original words spoken by Li Guoqiu and Wanyan Aguda. Wanyan Aguda was surprised that Li Guoqiu analyzed the human nature of the Zhou people so carefully and firmly.
Wanyan Aguda actually didn't know whether what he said was completely correct, but Li Guoqiu was from the Zhou Dynasty, and others knew the people of the Zhou Dynasty more deeply than he did. Moreover, Li Guoqiu spoke categorically, as if he had experienced
No matter what, his attitude convinced Wanyan Aguda. Wanyan Aguda finally chose to believe Li Guoqiu's words.
However, having said that, although they had a consensus on capturing Bianliang and admitted that this was the best time, Wanyan Agu and Li Guochou did not discuss any good method. Militaryly, Wanyan Agu
Both Da and Li Guoqiu are rigorous. They will never make any fantasies that are completely unrealistic, and they have no luck. Strength is everything. Based on the current situation, attacking Bianliang may not necessarily have a good result.
The two were so entangled that they discussed until midnight and put forward many plans, but they were overturned one by one by the two. Li Guochou, who was dizzy, stood up and left, saying that if he could discuss the matter with a clear head tomorrow after a sleep, there might be a solution.
Wanyan Aguda was also drowsy, so he nodded in agreement.
Just as the two of them were saying goodbye, suddenly, noisy footsteps were heard outside the tent. Wanyan Agu hurriedly ordered people to inquire, but when he got the report, he said that he had captured a person from Bianliang City in the Great Zhou Dynasty.
He claimed to be a messenger and wanted to see Chief Wanyan.
Both Wanyan Aguda and Li Guochou were a little confused. Why did the messenger from Bianliang City not come openly and openly during the day, but chose to come secretly in the middle of the night? Maybe he came to spy on the details of the true and false work, or maybe there must be something in it.
What's the secret?
The person who came was tied up and pushed in, but he was a middle-aged man who looked like a scribe. At first glance, he was not an ordinary citizen. As expected, after the man entered the tent, he shouted dissatisfied: "If you don't kill the envoys when the two armies are fighting, you Jurchens are so stupid
No grace. I am unarmed and came here alone, why did you tie me up?"
Wanyan Agu waved his hands and ordered people to loosen his bonds. It was really not necessary. The man in front of him looked like a frail man who was pampered and privileged. There was no need to act like he was facing a powerful enemy.
"Who are you? Who sent you here?" Wanyan Aguda asked.
The man looked at Wanyan Agudao: "Are you the leader of the Jurchen tribe Wanyan?"
Wanyan Agu nodded and said, "It's me."
The middle-aged man hurriedly cupped his hands and said: "It is indeed a heroic spirit, just as we imagined. A hero in the world, with a majestic appearance, magnificent weapons, and extraordinary."
"Stop flattering me. The leader of my family is asking you. Who are you? Why do you come to my camp? Tell me quickly." Li Guochou said in a deep voice.
The messenger smiled and said: "I am telling the truth, how can I be flattering? My Prime Minister Lu often cooks wine and discusses the heroes of the world. He said that the leader Wanyan of the Jurchen tribe is a great hero who stands upright. My Prime Minister Lu's knowledge is amazing.
It’s not something ordinary people can compare to.”
"Your Prime Minister Lu? Are you talking about Lu Zhongtian?" Li Guochou asked with a frown.
"Exactly, how many Prime Ministers are there in the world? Of course it is Prime Minister Lu of Zhou Dynasty. I am a follower of Prime Minister Lu. My surname is Liu, and the cursive character is Zhenbang." The messenger nodded.
"Are you Liu Zhenbang? Liu Zhenbang, Vice Minister of the Great Zhou Dynasty? So it's you?" Wanyan Aguda said in surprise.
"It's me. What's wrong? Does the leader know that I'm here?" Liu Zhen
Bang was a little happy in his heart. When did his fame become so great? Even the Jurchen leader knew him.
Wanyan Agu laughed loudly and said: "Of course I know you. Aren't you the plenipotentiary envoy to negotiate peace with the Liao Kingdom? Although I am not from the Liao Dynasty, I also know about your original peace negotiation. Your name as Liu Zhenbang, Vice Minister of the Great Zhou Dynasty, has long been
It’s become a household name in Northland.”
Liu Zhenbang's face turned red. Although he was just following orders to negotiate with the Liao people, the contents of the peace agreement were scolded in the Zhou Dynasty. Liu Zhenbang's reputation as a servile man also spread throughout the Zhou Dynasty, making him the scapegoat.
Liu Zhenbang was also helpless, but he could only accept it. He couldn't explain to the world that all this was Mr. Lu's idea. Fortunately, those people scolded him, but they couldn't do anything to him. However, this matter was exposed to his face.
It was indeed a bit embarrassing for Wanyan Agu to show up.
Wanyan Aguda did not delve deeper into this matter, and continued with a smile: "But I don't know why Mr. Liu came to our army camp late at night? You know, you, the Zhou Dynasty, and we are fighting to the death, are you here to fight?
From books?”
Liu Zhenbang hurriedly raised his hands and said: "The big leader has misunderstood. I am not here to provoke you. In fact, I...actually have another purpose."
Wanyan Agudao: "What is the purpose?"
Liu Zhenbang looked around, smacked his lips and said, "Can you please step aside? I hope to discuss this matter with the big leader alone."
Wanyan Aguda nodded slightly, waved his hand and said to everyone in the tent: "You all should step aside."
All the personal guards bowed and exited, while Li Guochou sat motionless. Liu Zhenbang looked at Li Guochou and hesitated. Li Guochou frowned and stood up and said, "That's all, I'll just avoid it."
Wanyan Agu waved his hand to stop him and smiled at Liu Zhenbang: "Vice Prime Minister Liu, this is Military Advisor Li of our Jurchen army, and he is also from your Zhou Dynasty. He and I are heart to heart. There is nothing to hide, so you don't have to worry.
"
Liu Zhenbang nodded and said: "Since the chief can be trusted, it doesn't matter. I just don't want today's discussion to upset the whole city and make a big fuss. To be honest, I have been ordered by Prime Minister Lu to come here to discuss with the chief.
The two sides have stopped fighting."
"Stop the war? Hahaha, it turns out you are here to negotiate peace." Wanyan Agu laughed loudly. As expected, what the Zhou people like most is negotiating peace. Even in this situation, the first thing they thought of was
Negotiating peace, I don’t know what they were thinking.
"It's a call to stop the war, and it can't be said to be a peace negotiation. Under the current circumstances, we actually don't have to beat around the bush. Although you defeated my Great Zhou Northwest Army today, it's still very difficult for you to continue attacking Bianliang.
Difficult. We still have hundreds of thousands of soldiers in Bianliang City who are united to defend the city. Although the leader's soldiers and horses are powerful, they may not be able to break through Bianliang. The result of a deadly battle between the two sides is that both sides will lose. My Lu Xiang said, let's fight with him.
Both sides will lose, so why not settle the dispute and sit down to discuss it. The two families spread their cards and put forward their own requirements. Once the conditions are agreed, everyone will benefit. Why fight to the death?" Liu Zhenbang said solemnly.
Wanyan Aguda nodded slightly, turned to look at Li Guochou, and saw that Li Guochou also nodded slightly, so he smiled and said: "What you said makes some sense, but how do you, Mr. Lu, want to achieve the result of settling the dispute?
