Cao Cao stabilized Guanzhong, and Liu Qi did not dare to delay. He immediately sent an order to Langzhong, ordering Wang Ping to temporarily guard Hanchang, recruit Ba people to form troops, and all the expenses were temporarily allocated from Hanzhong.
Along the way, Liu Qi discussed with Fazheng and Pang Tong about entering Shu. With these two top military advisors planning, Xu Shu did not need to participate in the discussion and concentrated on collecting intelligence and sending people to spread rumors in Shu.
The autumn wind was rustling, and Fa Zheng was coughing immediately. Liu Qi hurriedly asked: "Sir, are you feeling unwell?"
Fazheng sighed and said: "When I entered Shu in the past, I encountered heavy rain on the Shu road. I probably suffered from dampness and cold. When the weather was cold and the wind blew, I couldn't stop coughing."
Pang Tong said: "There are many capable people in Shu, but have you ever sought medical advice?"
Fazheng smiled bitterly and said: "Zhang Ziqiao also invited many famous doctors, but the curative effect was minimal, and he may have become a chronic disease."
Pang Tong looked at Liu Qi: "It seems Xiaozhi has to go to Xiangyang."
Liu Qi nodded and said, "Why don't you send your husband to Jingzhou after arriving in Langzhong?"
If it's a disease caused by dampness and cold, then Zhang Zhongjing is good at it. If it doesn't work, Hua Tuo is still here. If neither of them can do anything, I'm afraid this is a terminal disease in the world.
"Thank you for your concern, General!" Fazheng shook his head and said with a smile: "When I first met the Lord of the Ming Dynasty, when I was doing some great work, how could I run away from the battle? A man who doesn't have meritorious service and a long life is nothing more than an ant. He has a destiny of life and death. Let him do it. !”
Liu Qi said helplessly: "When we get to the city, let's ask Mr. Ji for diagnosis and treatment first and see what the result is."
When they arrived in Langzhong, Zhang Fei led all the civil and military personnel to greet him. When Pang Xi saw Liu Qi's graceful demeanor and heroic spirit, he couldn't help but feel in a trance, as if he had met Liu Biao in Luoyang.
At that time, Liu Biao was the lieutenant of the Northern Army, and he was very brave and brave, so he later dared to enter Jingzhou. Everyone said that Liu Biao was the one who was sitting on the guard, but Pang Xi never believed it. Sure enough, he cultivated a fateful talent.
Seeing Liu Qi striding over, Pang Xi secretly sighed in his heart, this old fox can protect himself better than me!
While he was thinking, Liu Qi came closer, cupped his fists and said, "Ming Gong has worked hard to protect the territory for many years and has made great achievements. I really don't dare to accept this opportunity."
Pang Xi calmed down and said with emotion: "Although Ji Yu is married to Lao Chan, he is weak in nature and cannot defend Shu. He should give it to a virtuous man. The general and Ji Yu are from the same ancestry and are the queen of King Lu Gong. Rather than being snatched away by outsiders, why not give it to the clan members?"
Fazheng smiled and said: "What the Ming government said is absolutely true. There is a saying among the people in Guanzhong: the meat rots in the pot. After all, Yizhou is still in the hands of the family. This is the Liu family's luck, and the Han Dynasty's luck too!"
Everyone was talking about the scene, and Pang Xi pulled his beard and nodded reluctantly, thinking that Li Yi's rash attack on Hanchang was probably prompted by you, Fa Xiaozhi.
However, this person must retaliate, and he seems to be highly valued by Liu Qi. It is better not to make any sarcastic remarks. There is no need to show off his quick words and sow the seeds of disaster.
After everyone exchanged greetings and entered the city, Zhang Fei had already ordered a banquet. After all, Pang Xi was the leader of the Dongzhou gentry. Liu Qi did not regard him as a surrendered general, but asked him to sit on his right hand to show respect.
When Pang Xi saw the gathering of civil and military officials and talents, he couldn't help but sigh in his heart, if he had known this, why did he do it in the first place?
When Liu Yan suddenly fell ill and died, he did not appoint a successor. The third son Liu Hao was quite capable at that time, but in order to better control Yizhou, he and Zhao Wei tacitly recommended the cowardly Liu Zhang to the throne.
Later, the two of them fought openly and secretly. Zhao Wei took advantage of his local advantage and simply rebelled. Liu Zhang was so frightened that he hid in Chengdu and did not dare to go out. If Zhao Wei's troops had not rebelled, the consequences would be unpredictable.
Although he was lucky enough to escape, he still couldn't defend the land of Yizhou. After years of fighting with Zhang Lu and his old age, Pang Xi gradually lost his ambition and only wanted to protect himself.
Liu Qi's arrival is actually a good thing for Yizhou. At least from now on, people will be at peace, and they no longer have to worry about outsiders coveting this land of abundance.
Fazheng raised his glass and apologized to Pang Xi: "Someone is not seeking glory from a seller, but it is actually Liu Mu who is weak and unable to appoint talents. People in Yizhou are scattered. Zhang Lushang always wants to invade, let alone others? Today, General Liu has great ambitions. In order to establish the Han Dynasty, I have to meet the master of the Ming Dynasty. If I miss him, it is not the behavior of a wise man. I hope Ming Gong Haihan will do it!"
Pang Xi raised his glass and sighed with emotion: "Although Liu Jiyu is a land of benefit, he is not the master of the chaos. I was entrusted with a heavy responsibility back then, but I didn't know his nature. I was always worried that this business would be taken by others, and I was ashamed of my ancestors. I am lucky to have it today." The general has come early, this is God’s will!”
During the banquet, Pang Xi was socializing and thinking about things while changing cups. He was also impressed by Liu Qi's magnanimity. Looking at these civil and military officials, they were all outstanding figures in the world, which made him feel at ease.
The next day, Liu Qi hosted a banquet with Pang Xi alone, accompanied by Pang Tong and Fazheng, to discuss the matter of taking over Sichuan.
Pang Tong advised: "General Liu wants to establish the Han Dynasty, just to eradicate the treason, and cannot bear to kill each other and bring harm to the people. Since Ming Gong is entrusted with the great responsibility, why not persuade him to give up Yizhou and achieve a great cause together? The future will be decided. Afterwards, being granted the title of a great nation and having descendants continued is also a way of repaying the Lord's kindness!"
Pang Xi sighed: "You don't know. Liu Jiyu and I have long had a quarrel, so they may not be willing to listen. Those Yizhou nobles who have been more careful about me will definitely speak out against me."
Fazheng said: "Ming Gong is in Yizhou with great hopes and will return home. The people of Dongzhou are looking forward to it. Even if the people of Yizhou are ignorant of current affairs, as long as they disturb people's hearts, someone will respond secretly. Only by settling Yizhou as soon as possible can we take over the Central Plains and correct the situation. In the heavenly dynasty, the Duke also has the merit of admonition, and his name will go down in history, so why should I doubt him?"
Seeing that Pang Xi was still hesitating, Liu Qi had no choice but to persuade him: "Sir, after all, he is a lonely and important minister. It is rare to give up Brazil. There is no need to embarrass him anymore, lest he be scolded by those who do not understand current affairs."
While they were chatting, Zhang Fei rushed in angrily, clasping his fists and saying: "General, Liu Zhang has bullied others too much. I want to return to Jiangzhou, lead the troops to Chengdu, and settle the score with him."
Liu Qi was shocked and asked: "What happened?"
Zhang Fei said angrily: "Liu Zhang sent people to burn my food and grass in order to cut off my retreat. Which one can be tolerated?"
Pang Tong hurriedly advised: "Yide calm down and tell us what the situation is."
Zhang Fei then told the story of the Dianjiang incident. He was furious and shouted that if the march had not gone smoothly, he would have been defeated. He wanted to ask Liu Zhang for an explanation.
Liu Qi stood up slowly and said in a cold voice: "I came to help out of kindness out of my kinship, and I couldn't bear to kill each other. I didn't want Liu Zhang to kill the donkey and attack first. In this case, don't blame me for being ruthless!"
Pang Xi had already known about the conflict between Yan Yan and Zhang Fei, and when he saw the two sides were at odds, he was afraid that he had already planned it. If he did not perform meritorious service at this time, he might not be able to find a place in the army in the future.
With his thoughts turning, he stood up and advised: "General, calm down. There must be a misunderstanding. I will send someone to persuade Ji Yu to meet with the general to discuss how to help the court, so as not to cause trouble to Xiao Qiang and make others laugh."
Liu Qi asked Pang Xi to write a letter and send it to Chengdu, while comforting the irritable Zhang Fei. After sending Pang Xi away, everyone burst into laughter, making Zhang Fei's face turn purple in embarrassment, and he drank half a jar of wine in embarrassment.
Bashu and Bashu are mutually exclusive, and now the whole Badi is in the palm of your hand. Yizhou is like a great beauty with her coat taken off, full of charm. Who can resist this temptation?
