Han Xiang

Chapter 427

Seeing that Liu Bei had made up his mind, Guan Yu and Zhang Fei stopped trying to persuade him.

Everyone took a short rest in the wine shop, and rushed to Xiangyang with the local products of Wancheng.

Liu Biao was surprised when he heard that Liu Bei came to give gifts, but seeing Guan Yu and Zhang Fei also came along, he immediately understood that Liu Bei was here to explain.

What's the use of explaining something that has already happened?
I just need to solve the problem, okay?
Local products in Wancheng are not uncommon, but Liu Biao immediately hosted a banquet at the mansion to welcome them.

Although Liu Biao tried his best to avoid Zhang Lu's affairs, Guan Yu forced his mouth at the banquet, saying that he had been staying in Wancheng, and Wancheng's army had never been to Wudang.

"Yun Chang is famous in China, presumably someone will frame him up, but Zhang Lu may not be able to tell the difference"

Before Liu Biao finished speaking, Liu Ye took over the words with a smile, and comforted him, "You don't have to worry, if Zhang Lu tries to divorce Cao Cao, the envoy will lead troops to Wudang to defend Jingzhou against the enemies in the northwest."

"Xuande, is it true?"

Liu Biao looked at Liu Bei with joy, and said in his heart that he is really a good vassal who is knowledgeable and interesting, much more obedient than Zhang Xiu back then.

"Zhang Lu invaded Jingzhou with the power of a county in Hanzhong, which is equivalent to striking a stone with an egg. I think he is just bluffing now. Unless Sun Quan and Cao Cao attack Jingzhou at the same time, then it is possible to get a share of the pie. Therefore, I plan to bring two thousand soldiers to Wudang, and then send envoys to Zhang Lu's army to say that they are powerful, and the danger will be resolved."

"Xuande's words are very kind, but the grievances between Jingzhou and Jiangdong are too deep, Sun Quan will definitely avenge Yuzhang, and Cao Cao's efforts to instigate Zhang Lu to send troops may be for the purpose of plotting Jingzhou. If Xuande takes away part of the defenders of Wancheng, then Cao Cao will not be in danger if he goes south."

"Yuan Shao is eyeing the tiger in the north, and Sun Quan is in the south. Cao Cao will definitely not attack Jingzhou at this time, but if he really leads the main force of Xu Du to go south, Wancheng will not be able to stop it without dividing troops. At that time, I will need my brother to send troops to help."

Now that the information between Wancheng and Hefei is connected, Long Xiang will "make trouble" in Huainan as needed, so Liu Bei is not worried about Cao Cao going south at this time, but Liu Biao must be vaccinated in advance. Liu Bei is not yet able to stop the main force of Cao's army.

Liu Biao must be affirmative: "Xuande's actions are really swift and resolute. In fact, there is no need for Yun Changqin to explain. I can't trust you guys?"

Liu Bei clasped his fists and replied: "Since the matter involves Yunchang, and he is the captain of the northern part of Nanyang, it is reasonable to report to the superior. Besides, it is snowing heavily in the first month, and Wancheng has no important defenses. At this time, it is time to pay homage to brother."

"Xuande is polite, Yunchang has a heart."

Liu Biao enjoyed hearing it very much, drank a few glasses of wine with a few people, pointed to Liu Ye with a kind face and said, "During the time you were away, Qi'er often talked about Ziyang. This child is rarely so eager to learn. I need Lao Ziyang to give some pointers."

"Your Majesty, you are very polite. The Eldest Young Master and I will learn from each other."

While Liu Ye cupped his hands in response, he gave Liu Bei a look, signaling that the other party could act according to plan.

Liu Biao's intention was very clear, he intended to keep Liu Ye in Xiangyang, and wanted to gradually train him to be Liu Qi's staff.

Regardless of whether Liu Qi will serve as the prefect of Hanzhong in the future, or inherit his will to take over Jingzhou, he will need the help of a think tank like Liu Ye.

This is the price of relying on others, Liu Bei must agree at this time, Liu Biao intends to break his 'wings' to prevent him from becoming the next Zhang Xiu.

Liu Biao didn't know Liu Bei's new military advisor Xu Shu, so Liu Bei and Liu Ye decided to plan.

Receiving the hint from Liu Ye's eyes, Liu Bei immediately expressed his reluctance.

"Brother, I am very dependent on Zi Yang's plan. If Zhang Luzhen leads an army to attack, will Zi Yang go to Wudang with me?"

"Yes, yes."

Liu Biao pondered for a moment and nodded in response, and then added: "It's freezing cold now, the upper reaches of the Han River should have frozen, you wait for Zhang Lu to send troops, and then go to Wudang to set up defenses."

"Your Majesty's words are very true."

Liu Ye suddenly nodded and jokingly said, "But at the same time as Zhang Lu entered the army, Sun Quan also launched an army to attack Jiangxia, and the prefect Huang also asked for someone from the Fujun. I can't be divided into two."

"I'm the one who said it first."

Liu Ye interrupted Liu Bei, and then made a suggestion: "I heard that Jingxiang has many talents, so you should take advantage of this time to find more talented people to help you. What do you think, Fujun?"

Liu Bei and Liu Ye sang the double reed, which made Liu Biao at the banquet at a loss.

What does Liu Ye mean?It was me and Corporal Qi'er who moved you, so you don't want to offer advice for Liu Bei?Happiness really came too suddenly.

"Zi Yang's words are justified, Xuande should go for a while."

Liu Bei was at a loss, and then he looked puzzled: "These talents in Jingxiang are all prepared for my brother, what kind of virtue and how dare Bei."

"Haha." Liu Biao comforted with a smile: You and I are also brothers, we agreed to help the Han family together, if Xuande can invite talented people to come out of the mountain, my brother will be happy for you from the bottom of my heart. "

Liu Bei shook his head sadly: "It's not easy to find talents, I don't even know their names."

Liu Ye deliberately reminded: "Have you ever heard of Wolong and Fengchu? Although these two are very young, they are well-known among Jingxiang scholars. It is said that they have talents in the world. I also heard about it when I passed by the academy recently."

"It's the first time I've heard of it."

Liu Bei pretended not to know, but turned around and asked Liu Biao: "Brother Mushou Jingzhou, should he know about Wolong and Fengchu? Are they really talented? Can you go and ask for them?"

"Forehead"

Liu Biao was startled at first, and then said to him, "Wolong is Zhuge Kongming, and Fengchu is Pang Shiyuan, but whether his talents and learning are well-known will take time to verify. However, Pang Shiyuan comes from the Pang family in Xiangyang. He should have made arrangements for his official career. Xuande can find Kongming if he wants to."

"But I don't know Wolong's house is here."

Before Liu Bei finished speaking, Liu Biao interrupted him: "Speaking of which, Kong Ming and I are related, but I don't know where he lives. I will ask you later, brother."

"Thank you brother."

"Xuande, you are welcome."

Liu Biao was very hesitant at first, he wasn't afraid that Zhuge Liang would be invited out of the mountain, but he just felt that Zhuge's little nephew was crazy, how could anyone compare him to himself?Liu Biao was afraid that Kong Ming would be rude in front of Liu Bei, but seeing Liu Bei in front of him looked disappointed, he decided to give him some comfort.

Going home at night, Liu Biao told his wife Cai that Zhuge Liang was visiting his wife's house to pay New Year's greetings, so he asked Liu Bei to wait in Xiangyang. (Zhuge Liang's mother-in-law, the sister of his wife Cai Shi)
After living in Xiangyang for half a month, Liu Biao informed Zhuge Liang that his family visit was over, and suggested that Liu Bei could go to Wollongong to see him.

Liu Bei then bought gifts in the city, and visited the thatched cottage with Guan Yu and Zhang Fei. Although Huang Yueying returned home on time, Zhuge Liang went to visit friends on the way home.

The gift was still rejected, but entered the thatched courtyard, and the boy accepted the invitation.

After returning in vain twice, Zhang Fei swung his whip angrily on the way home, beating the new weeds on the side of the road.

Guan Yu approached Liu Bei and reminded him in a low voice, "Brother, Zhuge Liang is not here. Could it be that he knew that we were coming, because the name is not worthy of the name, so he deliberately avoided seeing him? If this person is really like what Master Xu praised, why doesn't Liu Biao use it?"

"Maybe Liu Jingsheng doesn't know his talent, maybe he has other considerations and can't use it, don't forget that Fengchu is two years older than him, isn't he also white now?"

Liu Bei was the lord of Xuzhou, and he knew that the state shepherd could not cover the sky with one hand. Sometimes, for the sake of political balance, he had to give up his own interests.

(End of this chapter)