Chapter 393: Red Cliff (2)
Looking at Zhuge Liang in front of him, Liu Bei couldn't help but compare Zhuge Liang with Du Chen, for Zhuge Liang, Liu Bei has not yet had a deep understanding, but through the conversation just now, Liu Bei faintly felt that Zhuge Liang has no less intelligence than Du Chen, if this is really the case, then he will really pick up the treasure,
However, one thing is worth affirming, in terms of military ability, Zhuge Liang is definitely not Du Chen's opponent, no matter how knowledgeable and talented people are, they also have strengths and thoughts, if they want to reach the top of all abilities, this is obviously unrealistic, even if this person is extremely smart, but people's energy is always limited,
Now Zhuge Liang's understanding of military affairs is still in the book, it is difficult to say, Zhuge Liang is still in the stage of talking on paper, and when he really reaches the battlefield, these theories will immediately become useless, after all, the battlefield is ever-changing, and every decision determines the outcome of the battle.
Thinking of this, Liu Bei's heart is still a little dim, for Liu Bei, what he needs is a person who can lead the three armies and can confront Du Chen head-on, but although Zhuge Liang is quite talented, he is in response to the miscellaneous but not specialized, and the military aspect is not Zhuge Liang's strength.
Although faintly disappointed, but Liu Bei is still very happy, anyway, in addition to leading the troops to fight, Zhuge Liang is absolutely competent in other aspects, especially in the overall situation, Zhuge Liang's sensitivity is rare, but also, if there is no good overall situation, how can Zhuge Liang plan a broad road for himself, if he really follows Zhuge Liang's plan, it is not a problem to dominate the world,
Shuzhong, back then, Gaozu relied on Shuzhong to pacify the world, if he took Shuzhong, he would recuperate for a period of time. He went north to attack the strength of Cao's army, but the only helpless thing was that Cao Cao was not Xiang Yu, the overlord of Chu, and Cao Cao had Du Chen's assistance by his side.
"It's not early, so why don't you stay in this cottage. How about going to Xinye with the lord at dawn tomorrow? Seeing that the outside had completely fallen into darkness, Zhuge Liang asked in a deep voice, Liu Bei pondered slightly, and then nodded, a day's time, there should be nothing to delay,
Moreover, Liu Bei really wanted to talk with Zhuge Liang at night, and talked with Zhuge Liang for an afternoon. This made Liu Bei feel that he benefited a lot, and through conversation, the relationship between the two can be enhanced, Zhuge Liang is a great talent, no matter what method is used, Liu Bei must keep it by his side,
Zhuge Liang asked Zhuge Jun to prepare for food. And Liu Bei asked Guan Yu to go down the mountain and wait, only after dawn tomorrow. went up the mountain to pick up himself and Zhuge Liang, although Guan Yu was dissatisfied with Liu Bei's request, he had already carried it out without saying a word, and he didn't turn his head back, so Guan Yu turned around and walked into the darkness.
Liu Bei's arrangement was obviously well thought out, Guan Yu was so reckless, in case he hurt Zhuge Jun or Zhuge Liang again, then Liu Bei really didn't know how to solve the situation, so he said. Let Guan Yu go down the mountain to do some work first, and he can return to Xinye City as soon as possible tomorrow.
After dinner, Zhuge Liang and Liu Bei began to talk about the world's major events, the two of them really forgot the time, Liu Bei was thirsty for talent, of course, he would not forget to increase his ability, now that Zhuge Liang is such a great talent by his side, Liu Bei will naturally not let go of such a good opportunity to ask for advice, and for Liu Bei's question, Zhuge Liang naturally knows everything, after all, Liu Bei is his own lord, and it is within the responsibility of a strategist to solve his doubts.
From the dark to the dawn, until Guan Yu returned to the grass house again, Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang's conversation stopped, for Liu Bei, although he was a little tired after not sleeping all night, but through the communication with Zhuge Liang, Liu Bei suddenly felt that his horizons had broadened a lot, for the future battle, Liu Bei's heart finally had some confidence, which Liu Bei had never felt before, with such a strategist, Liu Bei really saved a lot of worry,
Guan Yu brought an extra horse when he reappeared in the grassland, obviously, this horse was prepared for Zhuge Liang, after everything was prepared, Zhuge Liang was ready to go to Xinye with Liu Bei Guan Yu, and at this time, Zhuge Jun appeared again,
"Brother, can I go with you to Shinno Castle?" Zhuge Jun asked a little worriedly, obviously, he also wanted to go to Xinye City with Zhuge Liang, although he didn't have much ability, but at least he could live with his brother,
However, Zhuge Liang stared at Zhuge Jun, and then shook his head, "You still follow the teacher to study hard in Jingzhou Academy, and when you succeed in your studies, I will naturally recommend you personally." Although Zhuge Liang's words were a bit harsh, there was a deep concern in his words,
For Liu Bei, he naturally hopes that Zhuge Liang and Zhuge Jun will be under his command, so he can determine how loyal Zhuge Liang is to him, after all, Liu Bei obviously doesn't want Xu Shu's matter to happen again, and for Zhuge Liang, Zhuge can be his brother,
Zhuge Jun said to Liu Bei that even if he is an idler, there is no problem, after all, although Liu Beijun is not rich, he can still afford it by himself, but Zhuge Liang's statement is also right, if he waits for Zhuge Jun to succeed in his studies and then serves himself, then Zhuge Jun will be a big help to himself.
Liu Bei fell into a dilemma, but Zhuge Liang was indeed resolute, and Zhuge Jun hesitated, and finally nodded, the third son of the Zhuge family, among which the eldest brother Zhuge Jin was born in the Sun family in his early years, and now he has made extraordinary achievements, and the second brother Zhuge Liang is now in Liu Bei, and it seems that his status is not low.
The reason why this is so is because both the eldest brother Zhuge Jun and the second brother Zhuge Liang have talents that are difficult for ordinary people to reach, and presumably the two brothers are really nothing.
"That's what my brother said." Zhuge Jun nodded and said, at this moment he has decided that he wants to study well under the teacher, and if he really succeeds in his studies, his brother will have no reason to refuse him.
Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang set off and went straight to Xinye, and after receiving Zhuge Liang, Liu Bei's mood was naturally very good, but Liu Bei's heart always felt faintly wrong, and his heart was vaguely uneasy, which made Liu Bei feel very helpless. He obviously didn't know where this uneasiness came from.
After Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang returned to Xinye, Liu Bei met a person, a person who surprised him a little, this person was none other than Liu Biao's eldest son. Liu Qi, Liu Qi's appearance made Liu Bei feel very surprised, and Liu Qi's appearance at this moment also made Liu Bei faintly feel that Jingzhou had changed.
"Uncle save me." After seeing Liu Bei, Liu Qi knelt in front of Liu Bei, and Liu Qi's expression was very depressed at this time, which made Liu Bei shocked.
Take a step forward. Liu Bei hurriedly helped Liu Qi up, "What the hell is going on?" Liu Bei hurriedly asked, Liu Qi's performance proved that there must be a problem in Jingzhou, and the source of the problem should be from Liu Biao.
Liu Qi recovered his spirits, and then said to Liu Bei: "My father is seriously ill, but Cai Mao relies on his high position and power to openly prevent me from meeting my father. Now that Liu Cong and Cai Mao are the same raccoon dogs, I am afraid that the two of them will harm me. So I came to ask my uncle for help. ”
Hearing Liu Qi's words, both Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang frowned, it was obvious that Liu Biao's equal emphasis made the two of them feel the seriousness of the gaffe, and now that Liu Qi had escaped from Jingzhou, it seemed that this Jingxiang land would fall into war soon.
Liu Bei frowned, and then couldn't help but look towards Zhuge Liang, Zhuge Liang's eyes rolled, and he suddenly had an idea, but if he wanted to do it. There is also a premise, that is, Liu Biao of Jingzhou has not lost his rule over Jingzhou.
"When Gongzi escaped from Jingzhou, did Cai Mao already control the entire Jingzhou?" Zhuge Liang suddenly asked,
Hearing Zhuge Liang's question, Liu Qi looked at Liu Bei with vigilance and confusion, and Liu Bei smiled slightly, and then said: "Qi'er, don't worry, this is Mr. Zhuge , and he is the military advisor we just invited." ”
Liu Qi was stunned for a moment, and then hurriedly asked: "Mr. Mo Fei is Zhuge Kongming, who is known as Wolong." "Liu Qi has obviously heard of Zhuge Liang's name, but he has never seen Zhuge Liang himself.
Seeing Zhuge Liang nodded slightly, Liu Qi's heart had a trace of envy, Zhuge Liang's name had heard of it, but he sent someone to ask him to go out of the mountain to help him, but he was resigned by Zhuge Liang, unexpectedly, now Zhuge Liang has thrown himself under Liu Bei's command,
"Uncle is so blessed." Liu Qi said with emotion, and then he said to Zhuge Liang: "Although my father is seriously ill, he is still conscious, although Cai Mao is in a high position, but my father also has important ministers who are loyal to him. ”
Zhuge Liang nodded slightly, but he sighed secretly in his heart, it was obvious that Cai Mao didn't do anything at all, but Liu Qi escaped from Jingzhou because of this, but yes, if Liu Biao really died soon, Cai Mao would have killed Liu Qi a long time ago, and he would have asked Liu Bei for help.
Since Liu Biao still has a certain decision-making ability, Zhuge Liang immediately knew what to do, he looked at Liu Qi, and then said to Liu Bei: "Lord, Kong Ming has an immature idea here, it depends on whether the son is willing to choose?" As he spoke, Zhuge Liang smiled with a little confidence,
Hearing Zhuge Liang's words, Liu Qi suddenly felt happy in his heart, hurriedly stepped forward, and then said excitedly: "I hope Mr. will give him advice." Liu Qi is quite anxious at this moment, but also, after all, Cai Mao at this time has already threatened his life, and whoever is replaced will be in chaos.
However, hearing Liu Qi's words, Zhuge Liang obviously didn't mean to answer, he didn't pay attention to Liu Qi, but still looked at Liu Bei, for a moment, Liu Qi came back to his senses, now Zhuge Liang has become Liu Bei's subordinate, and if he wants Zhuge Liang to speak, it seems that he still asks Liu Bei,
Thinking of this, Liu Qi hurriedly turned to Liu Bei and said, "I hope that my uncle will save my nephew's life." As he spoke, Liu Qi bowed down to Liu Bei, he knew that only when Liu Bei opened his mouth, Zhuge Liang could say his plan, and at this moment, Liu Qi was sighing that Liu Bei's luck was really surprisingly good.
Liu Bei is obviously very pleased, Zhuge Liang is obviously very face-saving, if Zhuge Liang says it directly, then Liu Qi owes Zhuge Liang a favor, but if he lets Zhuge Liang speak, then Liu Qi owes himself a favor, although the favor is ethereal, but it is very useful,
And looking at Zhuge Liang's confident appearance, it is obvious that he is calculating not only Liu Qi's affairs, but at the same time, Liu Bei is also very curious, what kind of trick Zhuge Liang has, this is the first time Zhuge Liang has come to his own place, Liu Bei obviously wants to see what Zhuge Liang's plan is,
"Kong Ming, since you have a good plan in your heart, say it quickly. Qi'er of the province is in a hurry. Liu Bei commanded with a smile, this feeling is obviously very good, with a strategist, Liu Bei suddenly felt that he had saved a lot of brains, something. Just leave it to Zhuge Liang to do,
Zhuge Liang hugged his fists and bowed to Liu Bei, and then said: "Before that, how about Kong Ming want to tell a story to the lord and son?" Zhuge Liang smiled, looked at Liu Bei and Liu Qi, Liu Qi was anxious, he obviously complained that Zhuge Liang was not important, when was it, Zhuge Liang was still in the mood to tell him a story. Liu Qi was just about to say no, but Liu Bei on the side suddenly said: "Since Kong Ming has this Yaxing, it doesn't hurt to say it." ”
Hearing Liu Bei's words, Liu Qi was obviously more anxious, and now his eyebrows were burning, and Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang, the master and servant, were still interested in listening to the story, Liu Bei glanced at Liu Qi, and then said in a deep voice: "Don't be impatient." Kong Ming obviously has a deep meaning in doing this. ”
Hearing this, Liu Qi stabilized his mind. Then he apologized to Zhuge Liang and said: "It's me who is reckless, and I hope Mr. won't be surprised." Zhuge Liang waved his hand and said: "Why does Gongzi need to be so polite, now that the situation is serious, it is natural for Gongzi to be anxious, how can Liang blame Gongzi?" ”
Seeing that Liu Qi's face was much better, Zhuge Liang spoke again: "Spring and Autumn Period." Jin Xiangong's concubine Li Ji wanted to murder Jin Xiangong's two sons: Shen Sheng and Chong'er, Chong'er knew that Li Ji had sinister intentions, so he had to flee abroad. ”
On the other hand, Shen Sheng, he is kind and filial. So choose to stay and serve his father, one day, Shen Sheng sent someone to send some delicious things to his father, Li Ji took the opportunity to replace the food sent by the prince with poisonous food, where did Jin Xiangong know, ready to eat, Li Ji deliberately said, this meal is sent from outside, it is best to let people taste it first, so he ordered the left and right attendants to taste it, just tasted a little, the attendant fell to the ground and died, Jin Xiangong was furious, scolded Shen Sheng for being unfilial, wanted to kill his father and seize the throne, decided to kill Shen Sheng, Shen Sheng heard the news, and did not make a defense, and killed himself. ”
After Zhuge Liang's story was finished, this made Liu Qi's brows furrow, Liu Qi is not stupid, now Liu Qi finally knows why Zhuge Liang wants to tell him a story, Zhuge Liang means, let himself follow Chong'er, escape from Jingzhou Only in this way can he save his life,
Zhuge Liang saw Liu Qi's epiphany eyes, then nodded and said: "Shen Sheng died inside, and Chong'er was safe outside, now the form of Gongzi is undoubtedly the same as Chong'er, as for how Gongzi chooses, I'm afraid there is no need to say more about it." ”
Liu Qi gave Zhuge Liang a deep salute, this time he looked solemn, Zhuge Liang borrowed the experience of Chong'er and Shen Sheng to warn himself, if he wants to save his life, Jingzhou can't stay, think about it carefully, Cai Mao is in power, he wants to fight him more, obviously there is no chance of winning,
Liu Qi pondered for a moment, and then said: "Although Jingzhou is big, most of them are under Cai Mao's control, where can I go?" Liu Qi's tone was full of helplessness, Cai Mao's power is obviously not comparable to himself, although he is Liu Biao's eldest son, but this identity is obviously nothing,
"As far as I know, Jiangxia Taishou died in battle when he resisted the Sun clan in Jiangdong, and now the position of Jiangxia Taishou is vacant, Jiangxia is a frontier outpost to resist the Sun clan, and the geographical location is very important, and it is precisely because of this that Jiangxia needs a trustworthy person to garrison." Zhuge Liang said with a smile,
Liu Qi instantly knew what Zhuge Liang meant, Liu Qi pondered for a while, and then nodded, so far, going away from Jiangxia is already the best result, thinking of the question Zhuge Liang just asked, if you want to leave, you have to leave as soon as possible, if your father really has an accident, even if you want to go, you have no chance, so if you want to save your life, you have to rush to Jiangxia as soon as possible,
"If I am a son, I will return to Jingzhou tonight, and then try every means to meet Liu Jingzhou, and then explain the reason to go to Jiangxia." Zhuge Liang said in a deep voice, when he said this, Zhuge Liang put away his smile and became very dignified,
Liu Qi nodded, and then he bowed deeply to Liu Bei and said, "My nephew thanked my uncle first, if I can save my life, I will definitely thank my uncle again." After speaking, Liu Qi left the conference hall without looking back, this is about his own life, Liu Qi naturally can't make a hasty decision,
After leaving Xinye City, Liu Qi went straight to Jingzhou with a few personal guards, and the guards were obviously a little puzzled by the strange behavior of the son, but since this is the decision of the lord, the guards will naturally comply, but if they return to Jingzhou, the guards should be careful, after all, Jingzhou is in crisis,
When Liu Qi returned to Jingzhou, he got a good news, his father Liu Biao's condition has improved somewhat, and now he can walk on the ground, which is definitely good news for Liu Qi, because in this case, Cai Mao has no way to stop himself from meeting his father.
Although Cai Mao is in a high position in Jingzhou, as long as his father is still in Jingzhou for a day, Cai Mao can only be his governor, but for this, Liu Qi is obviously a little puzzled, since Cai Mao is so high and powerful, why did he not replace him, but has always been a courtier, is it better to be a courtier than a lord, this is probably only known to him.
Liu Qi finally saw his father smoothly, seeing his father's slightly pale face, Liu Qi's heart was faintly worried, he wanted to stay, he wanted to stay and take care of his father, but Liu Qi knew that now was not the time to be rash, if he stayed in Jingzhou, he would definitely die. (To be continued......)