As for General Moren, he didn't know that Wadahan had done such a thing, but the two of them had agreed earlier that no matter what Wadahan did, he would follow behind.
No matter what Wadhan said, he had to listen from behind and express his agreement.
General Moren was also very anxious, muttering to himself that there was really no way out this time. He was already kneeling in front of the Tang Dynasty's envoy. You have to know that he was a border general of Gaochang Kingdom. This was almost the same as before. Of course, the Tang Dynasty was not Gaochang's enemy, but it would be almost the same in the future.
this……
Wadhan's move confused both Lord Zhao and Su Dingfang. They were still thinking that the other party would do all kinds of things, but they didn't expect that he came to surrender and knelt down at once.
"Please stand up first, Mr. Special Envoy. Let's talk slowly. I seem to be unable to accept..."
Lord Zhao was a little speechless. He had worked in the Lifanyuan for so many years and had never seen anything like this. If the two countries were to fight and the Tang Dynasty had an overwhelming advantage, it would be understandable for some people from the other side to surrender. But now the people of the two countries have not fought at all. Can the scene of us attacking the Xueyantuo alone make these people surrender?
After much persuasion, Wadahan finally pulled General Mo Wen up. However, the two of them were no longer on the same level as Lord Zhao and the others. They put themselves in a lower position, which was considered quite respectful.
"Lord Zhao, General Su, we have no choice but to make this choice. You will understand the situation in our country tomorrow. The Xueyantuo Khan is indeed in our country. Our king accepted their money and completely ignored the letter from the Tang Dynasty..."
When things developed to this point, Wadhan no longer hid anything and told everyone the situation in their country.
Lord Zhao and Su Dingfang looked at each other. They both understood why the people in front of them surrendered. That was to find a way out for themselves. These two people were very far-sighted. Tomorrow the Tang army would enter Gaochang Kingdom, and the matter of Xueyantuo Khan would be exposed sooner or later.
According to the Tang Dynasty's code of conduct, although it does not have the strength to manage the affairs of the Western Regions now, it will reach out its hand sooner or later, and will definitely choose a target at that time. Gaochang Kingdom is a very good target. It is of the right size and has a feud with the Tang Dynasty. Who else should it choose if not you?
The two of them took into consideration that one day, their families might be caught up in the chaos of war. It was obvious that Gaochang Kingdom was no match for the Tang Dynasty. Once it was conquered by the Tang army, according to the Tang Dynasty's current approach, many high-ranking officials might become slaves. Instead of waiting at home to become slaves, it would be better for us to take the initiative and surrender early. If anything happens, they can arrange it for us in advance and give us a way to survive based on our hard work.
After figuring out these things, Su Dingfang and Lord Zhao were shocked inside and out. They never expected that such a thing would happen. Just look at the combat effectiveness of our army, and they immediately chose to surrender to us. It really shows that when the country becomes strong, people from all over the world come to surrender.
"Oh...oh, get up quickly, get up quickly. If that's the case, then we are all one family from now on. Don't kneel down so easily. We in the Tang Dynasty are very easygoing with our people. Sit down quickly, sit down."
Lord Zhao was stuttering as he spoke. He really didn't expect such a pleasant surprise. The court couldn't use force against Gaochang now, and it probably wouldn't be possible for a while. But if these two people surrendered, then we would have chess pieces in Gaochang, which would be much more convenient when we take action in the future.
Let's take a step back and say that even if we don't take action here, if someone informs us, we will be able to understand the situation here. Or, if we support Wadahan and let him gain a foothold in Gaochang, wouldn't that be a good thing for us?
Su Dingfang looked down on these two people. He originally thought that General Moren was still a man, but he didn't expect that before the army attacked, you two came here to surrender. Don't make surrender sound so nice. When you kneel here, any cooperation is surrender.
After the two men stood up, they told the situation in Gaochang without hesitation. They also explained why they came to surrender. That was because the high-level officials of Gaochang Kingdom had not been burned, and it was impossible for them to lead the people to a better future, so the two men had no choice but to defect to the Tang Dynasty.
This sounds very nice, but in Su Dingfang's eyes, it is purely because you two are afraid of death and being used as cannon fodder in future wars, so you come to the Tang Dynasty to register your names so that when the war breaks out in the future, you can save your lives.
Lord Zhao was a purely diplomatic person, and his view on issues was not as narrow as Su Dingfang's. He immediately asked someone to bring up the banquet, and several people ate and chatted. Su Dingfang was like air beside them.
After a few drinks, the restraint between the two sides disappeared. It is very easy for men to get closer. They drink together, and drink more, then the relationship will naturally become closer.
"To be honest with you two, I'm here this time, bearing the Emperor's grace and a letter from the Tang Dynasty, hoping to take Xueyantuo Khan away. I wonder how likely I am to succeed in this endeavor."
Lord Zhao was not interested in other things that Wadale said, such as the fact that he would lead the way on the day when the enemy was at the gates. That was something that would happen in the distant future, and it was hard to say whether we could see it now. He just wanted to know whether this task could be completed.
After hearing this, Wadahan looked at the general next to him. He also knew that this guy would not be able to reach an agreement. General Moren was almost fainted from drinking.
"Since Lord Zhao mentioned this, I'll say a few words from the bottom of my heart. Xueyantuo Khan brought quite a few people with him, and I'm afraid we can't control him. Our country is different from your Tang Dynasty. After we cross the border, there's also a Gobi Desert with very few places to live. Once they mount their warhorses, we'll have a hard time capturing them."
Wadahan did not answer this question directly, but he almost answered the question. Lord Zhao basically had an idea in his mind and naturally knew what the outcome of this trip would be. He estimated that the Gaochang court would not be able to hand over anyone, and then there would be another tug-of-war.