Chapter Thirteen: Tactful Response
Whenever he encounters major events, he is calm. Although Zhang Liao was young, he was a human being for two lifetimes. He believed that he was not inferior to anyone in terms of adaptability. At this time, he stood firm and stood firm, his limbs were neither tight nor loose, and his heart was even more calm. He began to figure out Dong Zhuo's psychology at this time, and his next question and how he should answer, without any fear.
After a moment of silence in the hall, Dong Zhuo first spoke to break the silence, his voice full of the majesty of the superior: "Are you Zhang Liao under Ding Yuan's command?"
What? Zhang Liao under Ding Yuan’s command?
Zhang Liao felt a little scared immediately, "Damn it, who said that Dong Zhuo was a brainless reckless man? This sentence was full of traps and full of murderous aura."
Ding Yuan was Dong Zhuo's mortal enemy. If he answered yes at this time, then there was no doubt that he was chopped into meat paste by the sword and axe driver who rushed out, and then Dong Zhuo legitimately recruited the troops under the "command" of the rebel Ding Yuan.
If the answer is no, are you not Zhang Liao?
This is a complete trap. You can check the answerer's closeness to Ding Yuan in the details. If you hate or alienate Ding Yuan, you will never answer yes. But if you are close or are a pity for Ding Yuan, you will probably not be able to turn around when you are nervous, and it is easy to answer yes!
Once you answer, there is no doubt about the outcome.
It's so insidious... so insidious! Fortunately, I was a human being in two lifetimes, with a wide range of knowledge and a calm person.
Zhang Liao secretly complained to the sinister reckless man in his heart, but he replied without hesitation: "The last general Zhang Liao went to Hebei to recruit soldiers under the order of the general in July. It took two months to recruit 1,200 new soldiers and rushed back to the capital to submit orders. He did not expect that the general was harmed by the eunuchs, and now he specially handed over to the Taiwei!"
His voice was solemn, neither humble nor arrogant, and he understood clearly and clearly every word, directly avoided the topics under Ding Yuan's command, and changed his perspective. He only said that he was under the command of the general, indicating that he was under the command of the general, and that the recruitment of troops had nothing to do with Ding Yuan, and the soldiers he brought had nothing to do with Ding Yuan, and he had never obeyed Ding Yuan's orders.
Several scholars present at the left and right nodded secretly and agreed, with Lu Bu smiling on the side.
Seeing that Zhang Liao had no intention of making trouble for Ding Yuan, and even more intention to avenge Ding Yuan, the horizontal flesh on Dong Zhuo's face stretched a little, but his posture became stronger and stronger. His eyes burst into light and he said in a deep voice: "Zhang Liao, are you willing to surrender to me?"
Dong Zhuo did not beat around the bush anymore, this question was direct and fierce! This is Dong Zhuo's arrogant and domineering style!
However, Dong Zhuo was domineering, and Zhang Liao's answer was even more straightforward: "I am with 1,200 new soldiers, and I will be the one who is Dong Gong to drive!"
This answer seems ordinary, but others don’t think so, but two scholars in the audience couldn’t help but look at Zhang Liao, with a strange look on their faces.
Zhang Liao used to call himself "the last general" with other generals, but now he uses the word "subordinate" very directly and shamelessly, and his name for Dong Zhuo has also changed from Taiwei to Dong Gong.
What does subordinates mean? This is the best statement! The word " subordinates" has neither lost its true nature, nor has it made a clear statement.
Although it is a small change in name, it can not only express its attitude, but also bring the distance closer at once. Zhang Liao had a deep understanding of this in the county government in his previous life.
Dong Zhuo only spoke a word to make Zhang Liao loyal, but Zhang Liao did it more thoroughly, directly indicating that not only himself, but also allowed Dong Zhuo to arrange it. As for the desire to take in and stay, it only depends on Dong Zhuo's intention.
Zhang Liao understood very clearly that even if he wanted to force the 1,200 new soldiers, he had eaten all the dry food he carried from Hebei, and his weapons were all wooden spears. To put it bluntly, he was still a group of people strong. Without Dong Zhuo's support, without military pay and weapons, these new soldiers could only drink the northwest wind and could not achieve combat effectiveness. Who would be willing to follow him? It would be better to sell a bargain and retreat thoroughly, and show his loyalty and demeanor.
As for whether it can achieve the effect of retreating to advance, it depends on Dong Zhuo's mind and spirit.
"Hahahaha! Although Wen Yuan is young, he is a true loyal man!"
Sure enough, when Dong Zhuo heard Zhang Liao's neat answer, he felt very good, and he showed a satisfied look on his face and laughed loudly. He obviously liked Zhang Liao's answer very much, and even the title became a clear expression of closeness and respect.
Dong Zhuo laughed and immediately slapped the board: "Since those 1,200 new soldiers were recruited by Wen Yuan, they are still led by Wen Yuan. You have to practice carefully in daily life and don't lose your reputation!"
"I will receive the order!" Zhang Liao's answer was straightforward.
"Hahaha!"
Dong Zhuo stood up and under the seat, supported Zhang Liao with a hand, and laughed and said, "Wenyuan helps me, it's like a tiger adding wings!"
Zhang Liao looked at Dong Zhuo up close and objectively, at this time, Dong Zhuo was a superior among the top ones and above ten thousand people. He was generous and could be respected by his wise men. He was quite good and was very supportive of his subordinates.
Several people in the seat stood up and said in unison: "Congratulations to Mr. Dong for adding another powerful general."
When Zhang Liao saw everyone getting up, he hurriedly clasped his fists and said, "Zhang Liao is young, and there is something to be missing. I hope you all your colleagues will take care of you."
The scholar wearing a high crown in the seat nodded at Zhang Liao with a smile, turned to Dong Zhuo and clasped his fists and said, "Lord, Zhang Wenyuan, Confucianism, is both wise and brave, and the future is limitless. The lord will have another general."
Zhang Liao looked at this man wearing black clothes, holding a feather fan, with a slightly long face, narrow eyebrows and long beards. Thinking of this man calling himself a Rei, his heart moved. Could it be that Li Ru, Dong Zhuo's think tank?
Sure enough, Dong Zhuo laughed: "It is rare to hear Wen Yuan praise him, which shows that Wen Yuan is of extraordinary quality."
Li Ru's courtesy name is Wenyou, and it is indeed him.
"Zhang Liao has met Mr. Zhang."
Zhang Liao hurriedly bowed to Li Ru. This man was Dong Zhuo's absolute confidant and resourceful. He wanted to try his best to establish a good relationship with him, at least not offend him, otherwise he would not know how to die if he was killed in a dark state.
Li Ru smiled and replied: "You and I will serve you and Gong Dong, so Wenyuan doesn't have to be polite."
When Zhang Liao was about to see the others again, Dong Zhuo suddenly asked: "Where is Wen Yuan currently in the army?"
Zhang Liao's heart moved. It was impossible for Dong Zhuo to know his military position. Now that he has this question, this is the rhythm of promotion. He hurriedly said: "I am a subordinate who is a fake Sima."
"I am just a fake Sima job, but I feel wronged Wen Yuan."
Dong Zhuo paused and said to a scholar beside him: "Promote Zhang Liao to Sima of Pingjin. If you make a new contribution, you will be rewarded!"
Sima of Pingjin? Zhang Liao was delighted.
Sima of Pingjin is the Sima of the Army, with a rank of 600 stones. What is more important is that he has used the fake character. Without a lieutenant, Sima of the Army can independently lead the battle of the army, which is more than a hundred times better than the fake Sima who can only run errands and do odd jobs.
He immediately said without hesitation: "Sima Zhang Liao from Pingjin meets Mr. Dong!"
Dong Zhuo laughed: "Wen Yuan is indeed a straightforward person, and he likes straightforward person the most. Wen Yuan is loyal and handsome, and he really has the style of a general!"
Chapter completed!