Chapter 25 Chapter 25 A Scholar

Cheng Bing fled back to Soochow in a hurry and reported the matter to Sun Quan. After hearing this, Sun Quan summoned his ministers to discuss again in Jianye City.The civil servants and military generals of the Eastern Wu really saw the determination of the Shu Kingdom to fight, and the whole room was trembling and kept silent. Suddenly, someone said loudly: "Why are you so afraid? Soochow has its own talents. Now, why don't you recommend him to the king to break Shu?" The speaker was Kan Ze, whose name was Derun. Sun Quan's eyes lit up when he heard this, and he asked, "I didn't know that Soochow had such a talented and bold man. At this time of crisis, if we really have such a prosperous country in Soochow, I would like to welcome him and carry his boots." .Who is this person?"

Kan Ze replied, "It's not someone else, but Lu Xun who is now guarding Jingzhou." As soon as the words were finished, there was a commotion in the hall, and even the sound of ridicule could be heard. "Huh?" Sun Quan couldn't figure it out, everyone was chattering, Zhang Zhao, Gu Yong and other important officials also shook their heads with wry smiles. Zhang Zhao objected: "Those who can be regarded as the pillars of Eastern Wu, Zhou Yu was the first to be promoted, followed by Lu Su, and then Lu Meng. The important affairs of the country handled by these three lords are expected by everyone. Now that Lu Meng is dead and the country is in crisis, we are even more serious. I deeply miss these old people. Isn’t it ridiculous that Kan Ze regards Lu Xun, a Confucian scholar of Huangkou, as a hero who protects the country?”

Gu Yong also said dismissively: "Lu Xun is a scholar. He knows nothing about military affairs. He is young and does not do anything. He is weak and not strong. How can this person have the art of returning to heaven? Even if he is used, he may not be able to convince the public. The right way is 'If you don't accept it, there will be chaos'. If you want to rely on him to break Shu, it's just a fool's dream." Although there were many opponents, Sun Quan still resisted all opinions, and immediately sent Kuaima to Jingzhou to send an order: "Lu Xun quickly return to Jianye."

The reason why Sun Quan was so decisive was because Kan Ze pledged his family's life to guarantee his recommendation, and also because he remembered Lu Meng's praise of Lu Xun before his death.Sun Quan felt that although Lu Xun was so young, Lu Meng promoted him to defend Jingzhou instead of him, which showed that Lu Xun must have his own strengths. According to the order, Lu Xun rushed back to Jianye to meet the King of Wu.The King of Wu asked him if he had the confidence to accept such an important task. Lu Xun replied: "When the country is alive or dead, ministers should not shirk their responsibilities. Please give orders to your majesty." I issued an edict, but I hope that all civil and military officials can be summoned to hold a solemn ceremony, and the king is asked to bestow the sword on the ceremony."

Sun Quan agreed, and immediately ordered people to work day and night, and built one in the north of Jianye City.Hundreds of officials lined up under the stage, accompanied by ceremonial guards to play music, and then let Lu Xun take the stage, personally awarded him the sword, Bai Yan, Huang Yue, Yinshou, and military symbols, and solemnly announced: "Worship Lu Xun as the governor of the metropolis and the general of Zhenxi. , to command the six counties and eighty-one prefectures as well as the armies and horses of all routes in Jingchu." Hearing that the new governor, Lu Xun, was coming to command the troops, all the generals in the front line of the Wu army were very dissatisfied, and they all commented, "How can such a young boy with a yellow mouth who is waiting for nothing more be able to serve as the commander-in-chief?"

"It's really hard to imagine that weak scholars can also command and command the army." "Your Majesty's intentions are really incomprehensible. This is probably the idea of ​​the mediocre people around him." Some people even predicted that, as a result, Soochow would fall apart. Lu Xun took office under such a situation where the morale of the army fluctuated.He summoned troops from all walks of life in Jingzhou, together with newly arrived generals such as Ding Feng and Xu Sheng, and erected a mighty banner in the Chinese army camp. However, the generals who used to sit on the front line did not accept him, and their attitude was arrogant, so no one came to congratulate the new official on taking office.

Lu Xun didn't mind, and chose a date to issue a notice, ordering the generals of various ministries to come to discuss military plans.On that day, the generals arrived in dismay. Lu Xun stepped onto the general's platform and solemnly announced: "When I left Jianye, the king of Wu personally gave me a sword and a seal ribbon, and gave me the words, 'Within the hut, the lord is alone; outside the hut, the general ruled me. .If anyone disobeys orders, kill them first and play later.'Thanks to my king's trust, Lu Xun will go through fire and water, and will not hesitate."

His remark put an end to baseless rumors and suspicions in the army. Lu Xun continued to say in a serious tone: "The army has its own military regulations, which are the so-called 'kings and laws have no relatives'. I hope that all departments will strictly observe military discipline. If they do not abide by it, Before defeating the enemy, behead him first!" Everyone was silent, with displeasure on their faces.Zhou Tai took a step forward and shouted to the general's platform: "Wu Wangyi's nephew, Sun Huan, was fighting fiercely with the enemy at the front line, and now he is trapped in Yiling City, with no food inside and no reinforcements outside. Fortunately, the governor is here. Implement a clever plan early to rescue Sun Huan, stabilize the heart of the King of Wu, and improve the fighting spirit of the soldiers. ——May I ask what the great governor’s plan is?"

Lu Xun didn't seem to think about Sun Huan's life at all. He replied: "Yiling is irrelevant to the overall situation. Sun Huan knows how to use it well, so he will definitely defend it. It is not to the point where he has to save it. What I want to attack is the Shu army. The center, once the center is broken, the siege of Yiling will be resolved by itself." The generals laughed when they heard this, and sneered as they stepped back: "Although this man has no plans, he has a good idea." Han Dang and Zhou Tai both looked sad, and said privately: "With this great governor at the top, we will surely be defeated. undoubtedly."

The next day, Lu Xun issued an order to his ministries: "Strictly guard the pass, don't act rashly, and prohibit one person from fighting alone." "How can the governor command like this! We can't just keep silent." All the generals complained one after another, and they came to the governor for comment.Han Dang and Zhou Tai took the lead in launching the attack: "All the generals came here to kill the enemy, and they put life and death aside. Why do you let me wait and watch, waiting to die? Did the king of Wu order the governor to come here to avoid the battle passively?"

The rest of the generals also utterly opposed the governor's order.Lu Xun pulled out his sword and yelled, "Lu Xun is only a scholar, but now he is giving orders to the kings on behalf of the King of Wu. If there is any objection, anyone will be killed according to the military law." The generals were afraid of his majesty, so they left silently. Not only were they unconvinced, they were even more annoyed than when they came. During the time when the Wu army retreated and defended itself, the morale of the Shu army was greatly boosted. In the vast area from Xiaoting to Chuankou, more than 40 camps were built. However, it was reported that this day, the commander of the enemy army changed hands, and the emperor of Shu immediately asked his left and right courtiers: "The governor of the Wu army has been replaced by Lu Xun. I have never heard of this man. Does anyone know him?" Ma Liang replied: "Lu Xun is a newcomer boldly appointed by Soochow. Although he is a young scholar in Jiangdong, I heard that Lu Meng respected him as his teacher and paid special attention to him. He is good at strategy and should not be underestimated." "So talented, why did Soochow never use it in the past?" "It's probably because his talents are not even known to his close relatives and friends. Lu Meng has a unique insight, and he has been used long ago. The world says that Lu Meng is resourceful. He broke Jingzhou in one fell swoop and defeated Guan Yu. In fact, it was Lu Xun's plan." "So, Lu Xun is the enemy who killed my foster brother?" "you could put it that way." "Why didn't you tell me earlier? Since he is an enemy, he will not be allowed to show off his power in front of my handsome flag for a day." "Please consider carefully. Lu Xun's talent is no less than that of Lu Meng, nor is it inferior to Zhou Yu." "You mean, my military strategy is not as good as that of a yellow-mouthed bastard?" Ma Liang didn't know how to explain it.Shu Emperor Liu Xuande then ordered the generals to move forward. Facing the heavy pressure from the Shu army, no one in the Wu camp would gossip about Lu Xun, and all the generals came to the tent of the Chinese army together, waiting for Lu Xun's order to attack. "Stick to the current position and don't move without authorization." After Lu Xun gave the order, he suddenly thought: "No, Han Dang is too aggressive, we must remind him to pay attention." So he rode a horse to the mountain and told him: "Han Dang, don't go down the mountain easily." Han Dang had assembled his troops and was about to go down the mountain to meet the enemy, but now he was stopped by Lu Xun, he couldn't help saying angrily: "Can't the governor see it? The one sitting under the umbrella of Huang Luo is the Emperor of Shu. We just turned a blind eye on the mountain. How about going to battle!" "If you only look at the formation, you have a good idea. But Liu Xuande is full of tricks, why did he put up such a simple formation and send himself before the Wu army's position? - You must not easily let the soldiers go down the mountain to throw themselves into a trap. Fortunately, now In midsummer, as long as our army can't hold out, they will waste their energy every day under the scorching sun in the wilderness, and their mouths will be dry. General, please enjoy the cool air on this mountain with peace of mind. When the enemy is marching and challenging at the foot of the mountain, you are just watching a show. You must know that you are standing still for the sake of Soochow." Shu Jun kept insulting and mocking at the foot of the mountain, just to arouse Wu Jun's anger. Wu Jun stood still on the whole front, and Han Dang had no choice but to clench his fists, obey Lu Xun's order, and stay on the mountain honestly.