Looking at the humble and sincere Liu Bei, Lan Tianxin said that he would have to find a military advisor for you. He didn't know where Xu Shu was or whether he had come to Jingzhou at this time. After all, Liu Bei was a year ahead of schedule.
As for inviting Zhuge Liang to come out, Lan Tian did not intend to introduce him personally, because Mr. Kong Ming had extremely grand preparations from hearing about his coming to the mountain, and finally paid three visits to the thatched cottage for Liu Bei. He did not want to destroy Zhuge Liang's sense of expectation in Liu Bei's heart.
Regarding Liu Bei's question just now, Lan Tian thought for a moment and then said slowly: "Yuan Benchu was defeated by Cao Cao in Guandu with a small number. The reasons can be summarized as two points. One is that the soldiers and advisers cannot work together, and the other is that the commander is indecisive and not decisive.
The so-called embankment of a thousand miles was destroyed in an ant nest. Yuan Benchu made a stupid move to separate the princes, and asked his generals and advisers to support one of the princes for their own interests. In order to compete for favor, these people began to fight internally. This seemed to be a training exercise. Having a few sons is actually a recipe for disaster.
Continuing internal strife in the struggle for hegemony among the princes will inevitably put the country and the people in danger. The proud lion will eventually grow old, so I think Cao Cao has a good chance of winning this victory.
However, Yuan Benchu has been operating in Jizhou for many years. The pattern of Hebei will not change in the short term, but Cao Cao will become stronger and stronger. "
Lantian's words made Liu Bei deeply aware, because when he went from Hebei to Runan, it was mainly the exclusion of Guo Tu and others that played a role. Even he was an outsider, and the others were afraid that they would fight fiercely.
"What should we do in Xinye? Will Cao Cao attack?" Liu Bei asked worriedly.
Lan Tian shook his head and said: "It shouldn't happen in the short term. Even if Cao Cao can win this time, he will still need time to rest.
If he really takes the risk to attack Xinye, I think no matter how unwise Yuan Benchu is, he will learn the lesson of standing still last time. Yuan Benchu will attack him with the people from Hebei, and Cao Cao will be in danger. "
"What Ziyu said makes sense." Liu Bei nodded.
"Brother-in-law, you can rest assured and recuperate. We must seize the time to train troops and collect food. Only when we have sufficient soldiers and food can we attack and defend in an invincible manner," Lan Tian reminded.
"Why don't Ziyu move back to Xinye? I can ask for advice sooner or later on weekdays." Liu Bei said.
"If brother-in-law is free, he might as well recruit wise men from all over. Now I have to focus on farming." Lan Tian shook his head.
At this time, Guan Yu next to him also said: "Ziyu's words are very good. The soldiers and horses have not yet used food and grass. Now farming is indeed the top priority. We can't ask Liu Jingsheng frequently for food..."
Liu Bei stood up and sighed: "Where did the wise men from Xinye County come from? Hey..."
"Ai...Ai..."
Little Deng Fan in Lantian's arms suddenly imitated Liu Bei's speech, and Zhang Fei was immediately amused by his childish words.
"Brother-in-law, don't be confined to Xinye. Jingxiang has been relatively stable in recent years. Many famous scholars and sages have fled here. You should go out." Lantian suggested.
"go out?"
"Xinye is not far from Xiangyang, and Liu Jingsheng is accepting of us. Brother-in-law, why don't you go out often? You might meet talented people. Waiting for things to happen won't work."
Liu Bei was convinced and said, "It is always not good to leave empty-handed. Ziyu, do you think I can bring some gifts?"
"You might as well pick a cart of vegetables here and send them away." Lantian suggested.
"Vegetables? This gift might make people laugh. Isn't that inappropriate?" Guan Yu asked eagerly.
Lan Tian laughed and said: "I said, 'The reason why the husband's tongue exists is not because of its softness; when the teeth are lost, is it not because of its hardness?'
My brother-in-law has a reputation as a hero, so he is feared by Liu Jingsheng. Now that we are living in Xinye, the only way to numb his heart is to show weakness. "
Liu Bei understood instantly, and then clapped his hands and applauded, "Ziyu really has some good words, Yun Chang, Yide, let's go pick vegetables right now."
"Brother-in-law, please sit down quietly. How can I trouble you with this matter?" Lan Tian hurriedly stopped him.
Whether it is a trivial matter such as picking vegetables, whether it is Lantian or Gaoshun, as long as you stand on the roadside and shout, there will be many people in the field rushing to do it.
There were distinguished guests at home today. The owner of the village, Mr. Deng, summoned his son-in-law Li Yang early and asked him to go to the market to buy meat and wine. Lan Tian also cooked for everyone to have a feast.
Zhao Yun, who had been silent all this time, was eating with his head down. Zhang Fei suddenly handed him a bowl of wine and said, "Zilong, why do you always keep your head down eating? You should respect Ziyu and the others. I poured you a big bowl."
"Ah? My lord is here, how can I speak..." Zhao Yun said cautiously.
"Don't come here. You can't eat Lan Ziyu's food every day. It's not okay for you to eat all the food like this. We drink and eat food at the same time, so that the water can flow smoothly." Zhang Fei muttered.
Liu Bei was amused by this guy's cute appearance, "Third brother, don't bully Zilong for his honesty..."
"I didn't accuse him wrongly..." Zhang Fei said with drunken eyes.
"General Guan doesn't drink much..." Zhao Yun defended.
Zhang Fei turned his head and glanced at Guan Yu, then pursed his lips and said: "My second brother must have drank a lot. You can see that his face is red..."
Guan Yu:......
Now even Lu Lingqi couldn't hold back any longer, and everyone burst into laughter again, making Pistachio Zhang Fei scratch his head.
Before the others went back, Lan Tian called Liu Bei aside and said, "My brother-in-law went to Xiangyang, so he could stop by to visit Mr. Shui Jing."
"Mr. Shui Jing?" Liu Bei said in surprise.
"This is Mr. Sima Decao. This man is from Yangzhai, Yingchuan. He is currently living in Xiangyang. I heard that he is knowledgeable and knowledgeable. If my brother-in-law really wants to recruit talents, why not find out from him?" Lan Tian suggested.
"Ziyu has been working in Dengzhuang, how can he know the celebrities in Xiangyang?" Liu Bei asked puzzled.
"Of course I heard it from the banker. Brother-in-law, be sure to remember to look for it," Lan Tian said.
"I'll go to Xiangyang tomorrow." Liu Bei nodded.
At this time, Li Yang had already asked someone to pick a cart of vegetables, and little Deng Fan kept shouting beside him: "vegetables...vegetables...vegetables..."
When Liu Bei saw this child, he suddenly felt a little sentimental. Although he had married many wives and concubines in his adult life, he had never had any children because of his travels.
Upon seeing this, Guan Yu suggested: "I think my eldest brother is very attached to this child, why not just treat him like a moth?"
Liu Bei shook his head and said: "This is the only grandson of Deng Gong. How can I bear to take it?"
Although Liu Bei refused verbally, he already had thoughts about adopting an adopted son, and he was thinking of bringing happiness to the two ladies.
The next day, Liu Bei ordered Guan Yu and Zhang Fei to guard Xinye, while he and Zhao Yun led a team of people to Xiangyang to deliver food.
When Liu Biao heard that Liu Bei had come to deliver gifts, he personally walked out of the Governor's Mansion to greet him.
"I was about to go to Xinye to invite you, but Xuande arrived before I was invited. What a coincidence?" Liu Biao cupped his hands and said with a smile.
Liu Bei asked with a confused look on his face: "Your Majesty's complexion is rosy. Is there some happy event?"
Liu Biao smiled and said: "Recently, good news has come from Jingnan. All the rebel counties have surrendered. I was about to hold a banquet to celebrate."
"That's really a great joy." Liu Bei congratulated.
"Since Xuande came by chance, we must not get home drunk today." Liu Biao came over and held his hand.
Kuai Yue, who was following Liu Biao, saw a small car behind Liu Bei, which was covered with a layer of cloth, so he asked suspiciously: "I heard that the envoy came to give gifts. I wonder what is in this car?"
"Zilong, lift the cover and let Mr. Kuai watch." Liu Bei turned around and ordered.
