Liu Ji led dozens of warriors and thousands of people to gather at Mangdang Mountain. One day, everyone was talking together, and Fan Kuai suddenly said: "Brother, I remember how happy I, Fan Kuai, was in the past eating meat and drinking wine at home. Now that I am hiding here, it is really suffocating to have no wine! I might as well go down the mountain to get some. How about we quench our thirst with some jars of good wine?" Liu Jidao: "You have been forgotten. What is your identity? A fugitive! The county magistrate is arresting him now, and the Qin army in the sky has also rushed out of Hangu Pass. I'm afraid it's you. Your head can't grow long, and you still want to drink?" Fan Kuai said: "Even if the Second Emperor personally leads the troops, I won't be afraid!" After saying that, he picked up the great ax, shook it and said, "I have something to do with this guy. Son, even if there are 100,000 Qin troops, we will kill him and leave no one behind!" Liu Ji said yes, and then said, "But I have been worried." Fan Kuai asked, "Brother, what are you worried about?" Liu Ji said, "Now The county magistrate can't catch us, and I'm worried that he will kill my brother." Fan Kuai said: "Don't worry, brother, I will lead a group of brothers to snatch Brother Liu Zhong up the mountain, and I will get dozens of jars of good wine by the way. You see How?" Liu Ji pondered for a while, then suddenly stood up, took Fan Kuai's ax and said, "Since you want to go down the mountain, don't bring this thing with you. I want you to do something." Fan Kuai said happily: "As long as my brother lets me I'm willing to go down the mountain and do ten things, let alone one." Liu Jidao: "Now the Qin State has implemented the technique of supervising and punishing prisoners, and has increased the intensity of punishing prisoners, fearing that they will not be able to finish all the killings. I am very worried about the county magistrate now. It will harm our family. You can go down the mountain and quietly go to Fengyi to inquire and see if the county magistrate has arrested the elders of Fengyi again? If the county magistrate dares to arrest my old husband, we will go and rescue him immediately! " Fan Kuai said: "Promise to complete the task!" Liu Ji also warned: "You have to inquire outside the city and do not enter the city to prevent being caught by them." Fan Kuai agreed and said goodbye to everyone, so he took his black horse The horse strode down the mountain with rapid strides. This is really:
Success or failure determines honor and disgrace, and personnel have their own vicissitudes. The sacred things of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors have deceived travelers from all over the world. Since ancient times, there have been bears, tigers and leopards in the grass. How many wealthy families can control the world? Ren Liu Ji has a charitable nature and is generous to his elders; rough Fan Kuai is also generous and has no regard for Qin. Heroes gathered in Mangdang Mountain, crouching tigers, hidden dragons and heroes. People work together to change the world, and everyone is united and united. For no other reason than to wait for the situation to change, and to wait for the situation to change.
In Sishui County, the county governor heard that Chen Sheng had launched a mutiny in Qixian County, and immediately organized troops to suppress it. However, the sergeants he led were severely defeated by Ge Ying. The county guard went all out to defend Xiangxian County, and then sent people to report the situation to the court. Later, he heard that the rebels were attacking Chen County, so he blocked all roads and checkpoints in Sishui County, closed the city gates, implemented martial law throughout the city, and closely watched the situation in various places, and then recruited soldiers and civilians to prepare for the annihilation. The revolting people. At this time, Xiao He, who was serving as the governor of the county, could not sit still. His position was equivalent to the current secretary-general of the provincial party committee, so Xiao He was also shocked by the sudden riot in Qixian County. When the county guard led his sergeants to surround Ge Ying, he also took Xiao He with him. When Xiao He saw the positive momentum of the entire Chu people and their enthusiastic support for Chen Sheng, he was no longer calm. He already felt that this was a powerful trend and the trend of the times. This trend of rebellion is very likely to start a prairie fire, so he has to make a choice: should he follow the county guard to suppress the uprising or stand on the side of the insurgents and respond to the uprising. This will be his choice, a choice in life, and a choice in the fate of the country in the future, so Xiao He carefully analyzed and judged based on the situation.
Later, Chen Sheng's power developed very quickly, and the responding Chu people flocked to Chencheng like a tide. After that, the Zhang Chu regime was established, and Chen Sheng even proclaimed himself the king of Chu. Immediately afterwards, he sent several armies to attack in all directions and started fighting against the Qin Dynasty. In a very short period of time, he heard that the army led by Zhou Wen had entered Hangu Pass. But within a very short period of time, it was heard that Zhou Wen had been defeated and the Qin army expelled him from Hangu Pass. Xiao He thought about it and felt that the Qin State had long implemented a tyrannical government, and now it was pursuing the art of supervision and accountability. The Qin State was trying to conquer people by killing. How could this work? And Chen Sheng's slogan "Conquer the unjust and punish the Qin Dynasty" is a very loud slogan. People's desire to survive determines their instinctive consciousness and actions of resistance. In other words, when a person's life or property is threatened, his instinct determines his sense of resistance and protection. This is also a self-defense ability that a person with normal thinking ability must possess. This kind of The ability to defend themselves and the huge actions they will take in the future are the supreme honor given to them by God. However, people's stable and mediocre lives can also wear away a person's fighting spirit, and can also paralyze a person's innovative spirit and sense of resistance. Xiao He had deeply realized this, so he had to act immediately and could not wait any longer, so he ordered the book boy: "Hurry up and pack up my pen, inkstone, musical instrument, and books. We are leaving here, and we are leaving here forever!" The boy didn't understand, so he asked, "Master Xiao, we live here well, we have food and drink, why do we have to leave?"
Xiao He listened to Shutong's words, pondered for a long time, and sighed: "A hero with the world in mind must always think about benefiting the people and creating peace for all generations. He cannot forget others just because he has food and drink. ! Now the people of the world have been suffering from the rule of Qin for too long. Chen Sheng took the lead in attacking. This is the prelude to the great changes of the times. If a wise man does not follow the trend of this era, stand up, raise his arms and save the common people, this is not A true man! Moreover, in the current Qin State, the people are in danger of collapse and their lives are in danger. Now I want to completely break with this tyrannical country and declare war with this country. I also have to find another way to find another way. Seek a bright road to happiness for the broad masses of people, re-create a benevolent and morally governed society, and strive for it for life!" Volume 1 of "Ji Xue Ji" quotes "Spring and Autumn Sasuke Period" as follows: "Xiao He, the prime minister of the Han Dynasty, was seven feet and eight inches long. , Pleiades essence". It means that Xiao He, the prime minister of the Han Dynasty, was born in response to the Pleiades. The Pleiades is one of the twenty-eight constellations in Chinese astronomy and belongs to the fourth of the seven constellations in the West. In the words of the ancients, he is also a person in heaven and wants to come to the lower world to save mankind, so he can say these words. But his book boy heard it inexplicably. Xiao He had no choice but to smile and say, "Disciple, I'm here to endorse the book. Please hurry up and pack your things. We'll leave tonight." The boy had no choice but to pack his things.
After dark, Xiao He and Shutong secretly walked out of Xiangxian County, and the two walked towards Peixian County. As he walked, he thought: If he wants to do something big, he must consult with his old friend Cao Shen. At this time in Peixian County, Pei Ling Zhao Feng was like an ant on a hot pot. Although he was arresting people everywhere, he was always on tenterhooks, fearing that someone would suddenly attack the county government office, and killing him would trigger Zhang Chu's uprising. Officers were sent to guard the government offices day and night, and martial law was enforced throughout the city. Xiao He walked all night. Because the horse was carrying something, he and the boy walked on foot, so they didn't arrive at Peixian until the afternoon of the next day. The two of them were very sleepy, so Xiao He asked the boy to lead the horse to carry the things home first, and then he walked straight to Cao Shen's home.
At this time, Cao Shen was having dinner at home. He was very surprised to see Xiao He coming, so he hurried to welcome him in. After the two met, Xiao He first said that he was hungry and wanted to get some food. Cao Shen quickly ordered his family to serve wine and food. Xiao He was not humble and hurried to eat. After he had had enough wine and food, he asked Cao Shen, "Brother Xian, how is Pei County doing lately?" Cao Shen said, "Zhao County Magistrate heard about Chen Sheng's rebellion and was in panic all day long, so he ordered us to guard the county government office and organize the whole day. The sky is under martial law. We all get up early and go to bed late. It's too hard. I wonder what's going on in the county?" Xiao He said: "The weather is about to change, and the storm is coming!" Cao Shen said with a smile: "The moon and stars are bright tonight, how can there be a storm?" Xiao He smiled and said: "Since there is no storm, why is the county magistrate in panic all day long?" Cao Shen seemed to understand what Xiao He meant, and said: "The county magistrate offended too many people according to Qin law, so he was afraid that someone would resist and follow suit. It's like fighting. It seems that he is really afraid this time." Xiao He said: "You and I are already in our prime. This life is just like a fleeting moment. After a little wandering, most of our lives have passed. We are just unknown. This little official has really failed the ancient sages and sages, but he has failed the common people below!"
Cao Shen was very surprised when he heard this. He didn't understand what he was going to say, so he filled up the wine for Xiao He and handed it to him. Xiao He took the wine and drank it in one gulp. Seeing how happy Xiao He was today, Cao filled another glass. Xiao He took the wine and said: "Nowadays, Qin State implements the art of supervising and blaming. This is the corruption of discipline and tyranny! Seeing that the laws are becoming more and more strict day by day, not to mention the common people, we who are on duty are all killed Possibility. According to the new decree issued by the imperial court, if all the rebels are not killed, the county guards and magistrates will also be convicted. Then we people will also be implicated! Now everyone is struggling on the verge of death. , How can you and I just sit back and wait for death?" Cao Shen said: "Isn't it? This is what the art of supervising and blaming means? But we are just small officials, what can we do?" Xiao He drank the wine in one gulp and used his hands to He knocked on the table and said: "Yi Yin of the Shang Dynasty was just a common man at the beginning; and Lu Wang and Baili Xi, weren't they all very ordinary people at first? And that Lu Buwei, which one was born noble? But in the end, they didn't always take advantage of the opportunity, wait for action, and finally make achievements in the contemporary era and make their name famous in future generations! In today's world, Chen Sheng took the lead in launching an attack in Qixian County. This will surely be the time when heroes from all over the world respond. I heard It is said that Chen Sheng is just a new captain guarding the border. At best, he has a title with a hairpin. This person is not afraid of the powerful Qin, but he can "cut trees into soldiers and rise up." Are we not as good as Chen Sheng? He still has Saying something like, 'Princes and generals are very good at Xiang Ning', does it mean that this person is definitely not a mediocre person?"
Cao Shen was shocked and said, "Do you want to carry Qin Yingchu's back?" Xiao He stood up quickly and said, "God has not yet planned to pacify the world. If he wants to pacify the world, who else in the world today is there but me! We should act accordingly." , rise at the right time, and create a peaceful and prosperous era of benevolent and clear governance for future generations, so as to fulfill the ambition of a man!" Cao Shen hurriedly got up, closed the doors and windows, and said: "But we are officials of the Qin State. If Yingchu uprising, will it cause People's criticism?" Xiao He said: "The monarch regards his ministers as his own brothers and sisters, and the ministers will regard the monarch as their confidant; the monarch regards his ministers as cattle and horses, and the ministers will regard the monarch as a passerby; the monarch regards his ministers as dirt or small things. Grass, the ministers will regard the monarch as an enemy." Cao Shen said: "What does the county guard mean now?" Xiao He said: "The county guard is recruiting troops aggressively, preparing to suppress Chen Cheng's rebellion, but Chen Cheng's power is very strong. It is powerful, so the governor is on the sidelines." Cao Shen said: "You have this ambition, I am willing to help you! We don't care about the governor's affairs." Seeing that Cao Shen wanted to help, Xiao He said excitedly: "I originally I knew you would definitely support me, so I came to discuss with you." Cao Shen asked excitedly: "I have known for a long time that you have the ambition to save the world, what do you think we should do now?" Xiao He said decisively: "Raise troops. ! We should act immediately! Tomorrow we will go to see Magistrate Zhao and persuade him to immediately respond to the uprising." Cao Shen said: "What if he doesn't agree?" Xiao He said confidently: "The two of us should..." Cao Shen listened. Very happy. The two of them drank several drinks and discussed secretly until dawn. There is a poem praising Xiao He:
The glass in front of the wine hall is empty, and the scholar decides what is going on.
Who would have thought that one word of prophecy would bring about four hundred springs for the Han family?
Early the next morning, Xiao He and Cao Shen came to see Magistrate Zhao and said, "I heard that the people are talking about Chen Sheng's affairs. They are all rebelling. I wonder how Master Zhao will deal with it?" The magistrate was shocked and said, "I I was worried about this matter, but I didn't expect Lord Xiao to come. You are from the county, and you don't know what the Lord Sheriff means?" Xiao He said: "The Lord Sheriff asked me to order the people of Peixian County to respond to the uprising, mainly for self-protection. , otherwise the people will riot, I came to discuss with Mr. Zhao!" Zhao Feng said: "Since the governor has the idea of according to Chu, what else can I say! However, Qin's law is strict, and I have punished many people according to Qin's law. The people, they hate me very much. If there is an uprising, are you afraid that the people will not obey my orders?" Xiao He said: "Don't worry, sir. All the officials in the world are just like you. They have all offended the people. But those who respond as soon as possible will also Then you will not be attacked or harmed. I heard that Chu, Zhao, Yan, Qi, Wei and other places have already revolted and become independent, but there are also some heroes who killed their superiors and revolted. Qin and Chu are feuding, and we It's Chu people again, and the hatred between Chu people and Qin people is even greater. If you don't take action as soon as possible, once the people rebel, they will target you and me!"
Zhao Feng was very frightened after hearing this and said quickly: "What you said is very correct, but I am worried that the people will not obey my orders. What should I do?" Xiao He said: "Your Majesty is right. We are officials of the Qin State. If you want to If there is an uprising, the powerful sons of Pei County will definitely not obey, but I have a way." The county magistrate asked what the way was. Xiao He said: "Please call back the people who have fled before, and use their strength to assist you. Who among the powerful children in Peixian County dares to disobey?" The county magistrate was shocked and said: "You mean to bring Liu Ji back?" "Is that so?" Xiao He said: "Exactly. This person is evading the pursuit of Qin Fa and has a deep hatred for Qin. If you want to cause trouble, you must have this person to help you. If you pardon his sin of being a traitor again, He will definitely be grateful to you, and if he is grateful, he will die for you!" The county magistrate thought it made sense and asked Cao Shen for his opinion. Cao Shen said: "My thoughts are completely consistent with Master Xiao's. Now that the five countries in Shandong are independent, if we don't take action, we will definitely be plotted by traitors!" The county magistrate solemnly said to Xiao He: "I don't know if Liu Ji is here Where, who can summon him?" Xiao He said: "I will send someone to inquire immediately. If anyone knows the whereabouts of Liu Ji, I will summon him immediately." The county magistrate said: "Okay, this matter will be left to you. Mr. Xiao will make arrangements, I hope the sooner the better!”
Xiao He and Cao Shen walked out of the county government and happened to meet Ren Ao. Xiao He told him that the county magistrate was about to start an uprising. Ren Ao said happily: "That's great. We should find Chief Liu Ting first." Then he told the two of them about letting Lu Pheasant go a few days ago. Xiao He was overjoyed and said, "Can I ask you to come over for this matter? It must be done as soon as possible." Ren Ao immediately rushed to Fengyi.
Fan Kuai came down from the mountain and came to Fengyi, where he bought fresh meat and fine wine from the four villages. He had long forgotten Liu Ji's words. Suddenly a banker comes to report that the government has sent people to arrest you. Fan Kuai was so angry that he immediately picked up the butcher's knife and went straight to the outside of the village, preparing to start the precept.
When Ren Ao came to Fengyi and inquired, he said that Fan Kuai was at the village. He was so happy that he went straight to Fanjiazhuang. At this time, Fan Kuai had arrived and stood immediately in front of the village gate. Ren Ao saw it from a distance and ran over. Fan Kuai suddenly shouted loudly. Ren Ao's horse was frightened and knocked him to the ground. Ren Ao jumped up and said, "Why are you like this?" Fan Kuai laughed loudly and said, "You came to arrest me, and you didn't bring me with you, just one person. Is this too underestimating me?" Ren Ao said, "I I'm not here to arrest you." Fan Kuai said: "If you don't arrest me, why are you here?" Ren Ao said: "Hurry up to the village and tell me something important." Fan Kuai led Ren Ao to the village. Ren Ao told Xiao He about calling Liu Ji back to fight against Qin Yingchu. Who knew that Fan Kuai didn't believe it at all, and even said with a smile: "Are you trying to trick my eldest brother?" Ren Ao quickly explained. But Fan Kuai just didn't believe it, and said: "Rebellion is a very important matter. Just based on your few words, I don't believe it!" Ren Ao said: "This is absolutely true!" Fan Kuai said: "I You must first go to Peixian County and see Master Xiao He in person before you can believe it." Ren Ao led Fan Kuai to Peixian County.
Fan Kuai's black gelding ran very fast and arrived at the county center in a flash. When he came to the gate of the county government office, he suddenly saw several people wailing along with the officials. Fan Kuai dismounted and walked closer to take a look. He saw more than a dozen officials leading two cattle to the county government office. One official said: "The rent and taxes for your two families have not been paid yet. Now that I want to rebel against Qin Yingchu, I will use your farmland." The cattle pay the tax, and then the war horses are exchanged. If the cattle are not handed over, their heads will be beheaded!" The people cried loudly: "The cattle are our lifeblood!" and begged for mercy. The official did not listen and only said that he was following orders. The officer behind was driving the cattle with a whip, while the man in front had already walked into the county government office holding the reins.
Fan Kuai heard and saw clearly, and became furious. He shouted loudly, separated from the crowd and stepped forward. He wanted to snatch the cattle out, but the cattle had already entered the door and could not hold the cattle, so he had to grab the tail of the cattle with both hands. Then with a violent roar, he dragged the two cattle out of the Pei County Yamen and fell down again. Walk dozens of steps. When the officials saw it was Fan Kuai, they were all frightened. The people gathered to watch and cheer. Fan Kuai handed the cattle to the people and said, "Take it home quickly!" The two people kowtowed and expressed their gratitude. There is a poem praising:
Fan Kuai was said to be an evil visitor to the Han Dynasty, and he roared when he saw injustice on the road.
Only when two oxen can be pulled backwards can one know that a strong man is a master.
Fan Kuai grabbed the official and scolded him: "Thieves who harm the people! Why do you bully the people?" When the official saw that it was Fan Kuai, he knew he couldn't be offended, so he knelt down and begged for mercy. The people all said in unison: "Beat to death the thieves who harmed the people!" Ren Ao arrived at this time. Seeing this scene, he hurriedly grabbed Fan Kuai. Xiao He and Cao Shen heard someone making a noise and came out to take a look. When Fan Kuai saw Xiao He, he put down his whip and said, "These thieves who are harming the people should be beaten to death!" Cao Shen said, "There are too many thieves who are harming the people, how can we kill them all? You go in and we have something to discuss." Fan Kuai then stopped and Follow the two of them into the county. Xiao He asked Liu Tingzhang where he was. Ren Ao informed Fan Kuai of his concerns. Xiao He said: "They all say that Fan Kuai is a rough man, but I didn't expect him to be so cautious. This is true. You should rush to Mangdang Mountain immediately to ask Liu Ji to come down. Magistrate Zhao will respond to the uprising, so please don't doubt it." Fan Kuai said: "Zhao Feng is capricious. Since he wants to raise troops, it is better to kill him and let my brother do it!" Xiao He quickly scolded him to stop talking nonsense. Fan Kuai said: "Qin's laws are extremely strict. Since the county magistrate wants to betray Qin Yingchu, he should abolish the Qin law first to show his sincerity, and then I will summon Brother Liu to come." Xiao He thought Fan Kuai was right, so he led Fan Kuai came to see the county magistrate.
