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While mocking, Man Chong observed Chen Feng's expression.He had just learned of this news, and he didn't know the specifics yet. However, for the sake of negotiation, it would definitely be fine to escalate the matter.

Chapter 495 Negotiation Chip 1

It wasn't until Zhao Yun picked up Pang De and the others to return to Luoyang that Chen Feng knew where Man Chong's confidence came from. The cavalry sent to Nanyang was indeed defeated.

Being forced to retreat from Hulao Pass was a big blow to the morale of the army. Now that the soldiers and horses on the road in Nanyang have suffered another defeat, the morale of the whole army is even lower.

"My lord, after sending away all the wounded soldiers, our army currently has only [-] combatants, [-] cavalry, and [-] infantry.

Among them are [-] Qiang soldiers. If Cao Jun came to attack in a large scale, it would be difficult to defend Luoyang with these troops alone, unless our army continued to deploy troops from the rear. "

After reporting the situation in the city, Gao Lan's face was not good-looking. His side no longer had the advantage in terms of military strength, especially among the cavalry, there were many Qiang soldiers and horses, which were still not as good as Cao's elite troops. few.

"It is no longer possible to transfer troops from the rear. The Hetao army has not yet gone south, and Chang'an is the top priority. If troops are transferred from the rear, it will affect the safety of Chang'an."

Chen Feng smiled wryly. He has now learned how powerful Cao Cao is. Of course, he took advantage of the sneak attack, but when it comes time to confront Cao Cao head-on, his disadvantages will be fully exposed.

Looking at the people around him, Chen Feng obviously felt a depressing atmosphere, which is not a good sign, if the generals in the army lose the courage to fight, how can the soldiers fight.

"Why, you are not happy after suffering a little setback? Hehe, Cao Cao hasn't called yet. What's the rush? Besides, Cao Cao sent people to negotiate instead of leading an army to attack, which shows that he is also very afraid of us. .

We should not be the ones to be afraid of. Over the years, we have fought across the grasslands, defeated countless grassland tribes, killed Xianbei, and crushed the Huns. Which battle was not difficult.

Why did you go south to the Central Plains? You lost your confidence. It’s no big deal if you lost Hulao Pass. It’s normal to lose in Nanyang. "

At this time, complaining and getting angry couldn't solve the problem. As the commander of an army, Chen Feng knew that he had to mobilize morale.

So, he had no choice but to continue to appease everyone: "Okay, Ling Ming, you go back and summarize the reasons for the defeat in Nanyang, which will benefit our army in the future.

In addition, hehe, isn't Cao Cao going to negotiate? Then we won't talk to him. We want to see how the terms he offers are. If they are suitable, there is nothing unacceptable. "

Among the generals, Pang De had the worst expression. Originally, he and Zhao Yun each led a cavalry to lure the enemy, and wanted to use the advantage of the light cavalry to drag down part of the enemy's cavalry.

Unexpectedly, in Nanyang, he was plotted by Cao Jun. It was expected that Yu Jin would not dare to send troops, but near Wancheng, this person was ordered to ambush Pang De's troops.

In addition, Pang De had to lead the army to assist the people to migrate, and the drag was even greater, so that Xia Houyuan led the army to catch up. The two sides fought several times, causing deaths and injuries to each other, and many people suffered.

The others returned safe and sound, even if there was a small setback, it was nothing, but he, Pound, lost troops and lost generals along the way, which made him feel unbearable.

After dawn, all the generals went to patrol the barracks to appease the soldiers, especially those Qiang soldiers who were most restless at the moment, and Man Chong sat at the negotiating table with Chen Feng again.

"How is it? General You, have you figured it out now? I already know about your department's losses in Nanyang, and I hope General You will not take it too seriously."

When it comes to the negotiating table, the most important thing is to be calm. Man Chong knows this well, so he wants to use words to stimulate Chen Feng and make him lose his balance.

It's a pity that what he was facing was a scoundrel. Even if what he said was the truth, Chen Feng would not take it to heart. In this regard, he has similarities with Cao Cao.

"Bo Ning, your mouth is really stinky. Others say you have sharp teeth, but I think you are stinky, hahaha, stinky."

Chen Feng also knew that he had to hold his breath, and it would be best if he could provoke the other party.If Man Chong exposes his scars when he comes up, then he will play tricks.

"Hehe, I already knew that you would make trouble for no reason, the dignified right general, I didn't expect you to act like this, hey, what a pity..."

"Come on, you, you can talk non-stop with a stinky mouth. I don't have that much time to play riddles with you. Tell me, what does Cao Cao mean? What do you want me to withdraw?"

It would be a waste of time to continue to argue. Currently, Man Chong is taking the initiative, so no matter how bad Chen Feng is, he has to hold back.

"Hmph, how can you compare the prestige of my prime minister? General You, if you are wise, you should surrender as soon as possible. My prime minister is magnanimous, and he will definitely grant you peace.

If you insist on fighting against it, I'm afraid it will not end well in the future. Look, even if you occupy Hulao Pass, you will still be defeated by our army and flee here in embarrassment. Luoyang, do you think you can hold it? "

Chen Feng has given in, but Man Chong still wants to come up to suppress the opponent's momentum, which will be very helpful for the next negotiation.

"Bullshit, you let Cao Cao surrender, and I will guarantee the prosperity of his family for a hundred years. Bragging with me, please save yourself. If you have anything to say, Cao Cao will say it quickly, or leave if you don't say it."

"General You, this road was chosen by you yourself, and you will end up stubbornly resisting. You should think about it. This time you led the army to the south, and the division was unknown. You are shameless for the heroes of the world. Don't you feel ashamed?

Hulaoguan, Luoyang, and Chang'an, etc., I am under the jurisdiction of my lord, and my prime minister is kind, as long as you return these places, the rest can be discussed.

In addition, you have to release Zhong Yao, Lieutenant of Sili, and our soldiers captured in Chang'an. As for the soldiers and horses trapped by you in Guangwei, you have to let them return. "

Hearing this, Chen Feng didn't feel that the other party was here to negotiate. If he could agree to these conditions, it would be a ghost.

"That's all? Does Cao Cao have any conditions?"

"Of course, you sent troops south without permission, which is tantamount to assisting Hebei's rebellion, causing our army to waste food and grass. Therefore, you have to compensate our army for losses, money, food, horses, and horses."

Seeing Man Chong's proud expression, Chen Feng could only shake his head helplessly. This is nothing called negotiation, it's simply extortion. If Chen Feng could agree, it would be nothing but nonsense.

"Come with me. I will take you to meet a group of people. If they agree to you, I will agree to you."

Chen Feng is not good at things on the negotiating table, so he doesn't want to negotiate at all. Man Chong is so arrogant, it's good that he can bear it until now.

Out of the hall, near the city gate, thousands of soldiers are resting, and most of the generals are here.

"Brothers, we suffered a little setback before, and now someone is bullying us, asking us to go back to our hometown and give them all the land.

He also said that we should compensate them with money, food and war horses. By the way, all the warriors from the Qiang nationality should donate their cattle, sheep, and wives. Only in this way, he is willing to let us go. You say, what should we do? "

As soon as the embellished words were uttered, Man Chong immediately felt waves of murderous aura floating towards him. This general right is not a negotiation, he is completely using him to improve the morale of the whole army. This time, Man Chong was tricked again.

Chapter 496 Negotiation Chip 2

Looking at the unkind eyes of the soldiers under his command, Chen Feng knew that his words had played a role. Which one of these soldiers had a good temper, how could they accept such humiliation from others.

"I, Chen Feng, have been on the battlefield for so many years. I have won and lost, but no one has dared to ask me to lose money and land so arrogantly. Damn, I want you to pay for your money."

Chen Feng's provocative words were like a ignited fuse, which directly ignited the anger of the soldiers.

"Damn it, who is so crazy, whoever wins and who loses when the tiger prison is closed may not be sure. Some people nowadays, why don't they have any points in their hearts?"

"Who cares who the hell, if you are not convinced, fight again. Even if I have money and food, I have to leave it to my soldiers, and I have nothing to give to others."

"That's not true, especially with that kind of thick-skinned opponent, I feel disgusted when I see it, and even lose money and land, it's just a joke."

"It's so much nonsense. If you want me to say, we'll get on the horse and do it again. I'm already hungry and thirsty for my big knife."

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The soldiers in the army all cursed angrily, and when they spoke, they all stared at Man Chong, with an expression that seemed to wish to tear Man Chong alive.

"You heard me, Bo Ning, go back and tell Cao Cao that if you want the territory, I will give him whatever he occupies now, if you want me to back down, it is impossible.

If you want money and food, I have plenty in the warehouse, so he can come and get it if he can. I don’t lack war horses, but they all cost money.

In a word, if you want me to lose money and cut the land, there is no way. If you are not convinced, let's call up soldiers and horses to fight again. I will wait for you in Luoyang. "

It's not that Chen Feng is too crazy, the key is that he can't agree to the requests made by Man Chong, and he can't give in now either.