Three Kingdoms: I help Liu Bei grow thousands of miles

Mi Zhu shook his head and wept, "My lord, little sister already left last night..."

Mi Zhen was born in a wealthy family, and her health was never as good as Gan Qian's. She gave birth to her eldest daughter Liu Shu in Xinye, and her body was even weaker. Later, when she came to Chen County, she was not acclimatized and couldn't get sick. Fortunately, Zhang Ji helped her prolong her life. Only lingering for a few years.

Liu Bei was startled when he heard this, and then he sighed: "Madam, she has been ill in bed for a long time, and now she is relieved, Zizhong wants to mourn..."

Zhuge Liang, Xu Shu and others came to persuade Mi Zhu to mourn, but Lan Tian was too embarrassed to say anything, so he just nodded to him slightly, and then walked out of the hall with Guan Yu.

Looking at the surging Yangtze River water in the distance, Lan Tian couldn't help sighing: "It's true that people grow up and hate the Yangtze River..."

"Every time Ziyu makes a shocking statement, if everyone is not busy with their own affairs, I really want to ask my elder brother to transfer you to Jiangxia. Now I really miss the days in Xinye." Guan Yu shook his head.

"General Guan, can the Jiangxia navy completely stop the ships on the river?" Lan Tian asked suddenly.

"The waterway of the Yangtze River is wide, and people shuttle back and forth in small boats every day. If it is necessary to completely block it, it may be possible during wartime." Guan Yu replied truthfully.

Lan Tian nodded. He calculated that Cao Cao had occupied Jiangling for more than ten days, so the threatening letter to Sun Quan should have been delivered, right?

Seeing that Lan Tian was thinking, Guan Yu wondered if what he said just now meant something. Could it be that he asked me to strengthen the sentry along the river to prevent the movement of secret operations in various places?

This group of tricksters likes to play riddles, like Xu Shu, Zhuge Liang, and Lantian, Guan Yu sighed that the third brother and the eldest brother are the real ones.

Cao Cao swept across the land of Jingxiang. Although Sun Quan was far away in Jiangdong, he was paying attention all the time.

Sun Quan is an extremely insecure monarch. Although he has a brave and ruthless blood in his bones, the experiences of his father and brother have made him vigilant, so he often goes out to shoot and hunt to release his wildness.

Now there is a letter on his case table, which is 80 characters written by Cao Cao himself: Those who are close will be punished for crimes, and Liu Cong will tie his hands.There are [-] people in the Imari navy, and Fang and the general will hunt in Wu.

Cao Cao's letter shocked the Jiangdong officials. Before a fight, someone in the family wants to surrender?This group of people treats me like a child Liu Cong?

Sun Quan: I have shot a tiger.

Chapter 117 Lu Su's Mission to Jiangxia

At this time, Jiangdong's civil servants headed by Zhang Zhao strongly advocated surrendering Cao. These were basically from aristocratic families, and each of them had interests behind them.

Once the flames of war are spread to Jiangdong, the interests of the family will be affected. These people have the same idea as Liu Biao's Kuai Yue and Cai Mao. If they change their masters, they will still have high-ranking officials and generous salary. The only ones affected are the Sun family. .

Zhang Zhaonai was an important minister of Sun Ce Tuogu, and his reputation in Jiangdong was very high. If Zhou Yu hadn't led troops to the funeral, his status should be the same as that of Zhuge Liang in the late Shu Han Dynasty.

Because Sun Ce said the same thing as Liu Bei before his death: If Zhongmou doesn't do anything, the king will take it himself.If you can't win the battle, you can walk west slowly, and you don't have to worry about it.

Although there are coincidences in history, Zhang Zhao is not Zhuge Liang, and Sun Quan is not Liu Chan.

Zhang Zhao has great influence in Jiangdong, and Zhou Yu, the only one who can check and balance him, is far away in Chaisang.

Just when he was depressed, Lu Su came in to see him, and Sun Quan was overjoyed to see him: "Zijing came just in time, I have something to discuss with you."

"Is my lord worried about Cao Cao's affairs?" Lu Su asked.

Sun Quan nodded: "Cao Cao sent someone to send a letter. The words between the lines wanted to force me to surrender in Jiangdong. The princes outside the palace are doing their own thing, which makes me very disappointed. However, Cao Cao is indeed powerful. What can I do?"

"Cao Cao's soldiers are all on foot in the north. If he wants to cross the south of the Yangtze River, he needs a large number of ships. Although he has won Jingzhou, his warships must be insufficient. In addition, the navy has no training, so it may not be able to fight against me in Jiangdong." Lu Su analyzed. .

Sun Quan sat upright and said happily, "Oh? Zijing has a plan to defeat the enemy?"

Lu Su nodded and said: "A few months ago, my lord went west to Jiangxia. I think Guan Yu's navy is well-trained. Now Liu Bei is stationed in Jiangxia. They know Cao Cao's situation best. Why don't you send an envoy to Liu Bei to form an alliance and cooperate with us?" The soldiers of the two families will surely defeat Cao Cao."

"The public statement is very good, but who can be envoy?" Sun Quan asked.

"Su Bucai, I am willing to go to Jiang Xia on behalf of my lord." Lu Su said.

"Zijing can travel quickly," Sun Quan said.

Just as Lu Su was about to leave, he turned around and suggested, "If my lord is bored in the city, why don't you use the excuse of inspecting the navy and stay in Chaisang for a few days, so that you can find peace with the governor."

Sun Quan's green eyes lit up, and his heart was moved immediately, "Then we will meet in Chaisang."

"Wei." Lu Su turned and left.

Sun Quan was going to Chaisang to relax, and there would be guards and servants accompanying him, so it took a long time to prepare. Lu Su's light boat went upstream from Wujun, and it was several days before he arrived in Jiangxia.

When Lu Su came, he found that Liu Bei seemed to be waiting for him. After the two exchanged greetings, he went straight to the point and said: "Cao Cao has always been afraid of the general, but now he leads a large army to the south of Jingxiang, so that the king will be in danger sooner or later in the isolated city of Jiangxia. I don't know what to do?"

Liu Bei shook his head, showing a helpless expression, "Soldiers come to block, water comes to cover, if you can block it, block it, if you can't, let it go..."

"Is it the land of the king in the whole world, and the land of the king, and the subjects of the king, and where can the emperor escape?" Lu Su asked.

"Bei and Wu Ju, governor of Cangwu, have an old relationship. If Jiang Xia is defeated, he will go to him." Liu Bei felt guilty when he said this.

Lantian promotes scientific planting in Guiyang, and many people in Cangwu County have moved to Guiyang. At this time, the two sides have exchanged letters many times.

Lu Su laughed dumbly and said, "Wu Juliang has few soldiers, and he can't even protect himself, so how can he tolerate others?"

"Although it is not enough to live for a long time, let's rely on it temporarily, don't have..."

Before he finished speaking, Kong Ming appeared with a hand-operated feather fan, and Liu Bei immediately introduced him to Lu Su.

Zhuge Liang gave Liu Bei a long-term strategy, and earlier Lu Su gave Sun Quan a good strategy.

In Lu Su's plan, Sun Quan occupied Jingzhou and Yizhou, and divided the world with Cao Cao in the north. These two people with great strategic vision cherished each other after meeting.

During the conversation, Zhuge Liang analyzed Cao Cao's strengths and weaknesses very clearly. Lu Su's admiration for this man who regarded himself as a pipe musician became more and more. He found that Zhuge Liang also agreed with the Sun Liu alliance.

After talking about the situation, Lu Su said: "Emissary Liu, my lord has been in Chaisang recently, and Su wants to invite Kong Mingtong to clarify the truth and falsehood of the Cao thief, and discuss the alliance between the two by the way."

"I rely on the military adviser a lot, if I really want to go back quickly..." Liu Bei was a little embarrassed.

"Don't worry, Chaisang is only half a day's journey away, and Mr. Kong Ming will be back in a few days." Lu Su said.

"Since we want an alliance to fight against Cao, I think we can invite more families." Zhuge Liang added.

"Many? Who are you looking for on the Yangtze River?" Lu Su was full of doubts.

Liu Bei said: "Young Master Liu Qi has become the Lord of Jingzhou. He now has four counties in Jingnan and has tens of thousands of soldiers and horses."

Lu Su asked in surprise: "When did this happen? Isn't he just the prefect of Lingling?"

"A dozen or so days ago, I declared him as the governor of Jingzhou, and the three counties of Changsha, Guiyang, and Wuling directly belonged to him..." Zhuge Liang explained.

Lu Su was stunned for a long while, then Liu Qi is just a mediocre talent, why did these counties drop down?Does this guy also have the ability of his father to set Jingzhou alone?

"What happened to Zijing?" Liu Bei asked.

"It's okay, it's okay, now that the enemy is at hand, we should fight together, where is Liu Jingzhou now?" Lu Suxin said that he had to re-evaluate Liu Qi.

Zhuge Liang said: "Young Master went back to Jingnan for inspection. I don't know where he went now, but his new Lingling prefect is in Jiangxia. We can go to see Sun Polu together."

"Who is this?" Lu Su was full of doubts.

"My surname is Lan, my first name is Tian, ​​and my courtesy name is Ziyu." Zhuge Liang introduced.

"What's his talent?" Lu Su subconsciously asked, he had never heard this name mentioned.

"It's not known yet, but it seems to be quite a good cook." Zhuge Liang said.

"Can this person make the decision for Liu Qi?" Lu Su frowned, thinking that if he couldn't make the decision, Sun Quan would be displeased if he brought him over.

Liu Bei nodded in affirmation: "Lan Ziyu is the eldest son's confidant, Zijing can rest assured and take him to Chaisang."

After hearing this, Lu Su didn't ask any more questions. He guessed that this person was not a great talent, and he should have gained Liu Qi's trust through special means.

Lu Su and Lan Tian met for the first time when they boarded the ship. Because Lan Tian often went to the fields, his originally delicate and handsome features were tanned bronze.

Zhuge Liang introduced to both parties, and Lan Tian and Lu Su saluted and greeted each other.

Before Lu Su had time to communicate with Lan Tian, ​​two tall warriors followed him onto the boat.

Lu Su thought they were Lantian's guards, so he asked Zhuge Liang, "Mr. Kong Ming, these two are..."

"This is General Zilong, and this is General Shuzhi..." Zhuge Liang introduced.

"Are they also under the eldest son's command?" Lu Su became even more suspicious of Liu Qi when he saw the two men's heroics.

Zhuge Liang shook his head and said with a smile: "They are all under my lord's tent, Ziyu is Jiang Xia's distinguished guest, so nothing can go wrong..."

Lu Su felt that Zhuge Liang's words were very reasonable, and if something happened to Liu Qi's confidants, Liu Bei might have a hard time on his territory.

Just sent two fierce generals at once, is Liu Bei being too cautious?

"Are they all protecting Mr. Ziyu?" Lu Su asked puzzled.

"Zhao Yun was ordered to protect Mr. Ziyu..."

"Chen Dao was ordered to protect Mr. Kong Ming..."

After hearing this, Lu Su gradually lost his smile, and said in his heart that this Liu Bei is really considerate, the lord is not worried at all when he traveled such a long way from Wu Jun.

Chapter 118 Drinking Changsha Water and Eating Wuchang Fish

It was only half a day's journey by boat along the Yangtze River to Chaisang. On the way, Lu Su and Zhuge Liang were already discussing how to break Cao.

Lan Tian made an agreement with Zhuge Liang long ago that he would play the role of a reckless man who doesn't understand military affairs, so as to give Jiangdong the appearance of Liu Qi being strong on the outside but capable on the inside.

Lan Tian came to the deck to enjoy the scenery, and Zhao Yun never left.

Lan Tian laughed and said, "Why doesn't Zilong rest in the cabin?"

"The military adviser and Mr. Lu are discussing important matters, it is better for Yun to come out and stay with Mr. Zhao Yun." Zhao Yun said.

"Isn't the general in Chen County? Why did you suddenly come to Jiangxia?" Lan Tian asked.

"Ahem, I just miss my lord, so I came here to take a look..." Zhao Yun said with a red face.

Lan Tian knew from his expression that he would not lie, and thought that Zhang Yide should miss his brother-in-law more than you, and he has never been to Jiangxia privately.

"General Zilong is very different from me." Lan Tian sighed.

Zhao Yun shook his head hastily, "No... how could it be... In addition, my wife has lost her appetite recently and seems to be pregnant. I stopped by and asked Mr. Zhongjing for a prescription..."

Zhao Yun's character is honest and honest. He really admires capable people, and he admires talents like Lan Tian even more.

After hearing this, Lan Tian laughed and said, "General Zilong has a successor, what's there to be embarrassed about? In recent years, life has been stable and comfortable. Many people have married wives and have children. It is a good thing that the population is prosperous, but now you are going to Chai Sang with me. Won't you delay your important event?"

"It's okay, I have asked people to return to Chen County first, and the master's important matter is the most important thing." Zhao Yun said.

Lan Tian nodded and sighed, "Zilong is really a loyal man..."

After watching the scenery on the boat for a while, Lan Tian saw that Zhao Yun hesitated to speak, so he asked, "Zilong has something to say, but it's okay to say it."

"I heard that Master held a martial arts lecture hall in Quanling. I wanted to attend it several times but missed the opportunity. Can you let me know in advance? Yun really wants to attend." Zhao Yun clasped his fists and pleaded.

Lan Tian originally lectured in the Martial Arts Hall of Linwu Office, but later moved to Quanling after taking up his post. Zhao Yun had several missions and was a general, so it was inconvenient to ask Liu Bei for leave. He now wants to make an appointment in advance. time.

Lan Tian smiled wryly: "The courses in the martial arts hall are all for the captain and lower-ranking officers. Why should General Zilong humiliate himself?"

"Although I have some bravery, I'm still not enough in managing and employing troops. The military master once said that the lectures in the martial arts hall are thought-provoking. Please allow me..." Zhao Yun became respectful, like a humble elementary school student.

Lan Tian nodded and said, "Zilong is sensitive and eager to learn. From now on, I will send someone to Chen County to inform you ten days before the martial arts lecture starts."

"Thank you sir." Zhao Yun cupped his fists and said.

After looking at the scenery for a while, Lan Tian was bored on the deck. He found a fishing rod in the corner, and then sat on the bow and started fishing.

Because the boat is in motion, it is impossible to engage in the routine of making nests, and there are few fish in the surface waters of the Yangtze River, so there is no movement after fishing for a long time.

Lan Tian stood on the bow of the boat like a dead pine tree, the fishing rod in his hand remained motionless.

When the ship sailed near Wuchang, the bamboo pole began to shake slightly, and the float kept sinking. Lan Tian stood up and said happily, "Zilong, the fish is hooked."

Afterwards, Lan Tian picked up the pole and reeled in the line, and a white fish about two catties was pulled onto the deck. Zhao Yun hurriedly found a wooden basin to put it in.

Lan Tian continued to hang the bait and throw the rod again, and then hit several rods in a row, and caught several rods one after another, even Zhao Yun became excited.

Zhuge Liang and Lu Su were chatting in the cabin, and when they heard movement on the deck, they chased them out to wait and see.

"Ziyu, I'm so excited." Zhuge Liang smiled while shaking his feather fan.

Lu Su came over and saw that there were five or six fish in the wooden basin, and they were not small in size, so he sighed: "It's incredible that Lan Taishou can catch fish in a boat."

"These fish took the bait voluntarily, and it has nothing to do with me. General Zilong may be able to catch it..." Lan Tian also stopped fishing at this time.

"Hahaha..." Zhuge Liang laughed a few times holding his fan, and then continued: "It's been a long time since I tasted Ziyu's craftsmanship, and now everyone's belly is empty, how about cooking a pot of fresh fish for us?"

"Military Master, there doesn't seem to be any condiments on board..." Zhao Yun reminded.

It was past noon at this time, and Lan Tian was really feeling a little hungry. He confirmed to the boatman that there was a pot and salt, and then said: "High-end ingredients often only need the simplest cooking method..."

Lan Tian came to the stern to boil the water, and then skillfully killed and descaled the fish with a knife. Lu Su was amazed at the side, thinking that this guy is really good at cooking. Could it be that he conquered Liu Qi's stomach?

Because wine was added to the pot to remove the fishy smell, this pot of fresh fish tasted very good. Lan Tian invited Zhao Yun and Chen Dao to taste it together, and Zhuge Liang and Lu Su were full of praise.

Six fish can make five adults want to eat, but a pot of delicious soup can also fill them up.

Looking at the water of the Yangtze River, Lan Tian patted his stomach and said to himself: "I only drink Changsha water, and I eat Wuchang fish. Thousands of miles across the Yangtze River, my eyes are so clear..."