Liu Bei opened the map of Western Shu and looked at it. It described the entire situation of Western Shu in great detail, including the wide and narrow distances, dangerous mountains and rivers, and all the money and food in the treasury. Zhang Song said: "Ming Gong can enter Xichuan quickly. I have two very good friends, Fazheng and Meng Da. These two people will definitely help. If these two people arrive in Jingzhou, we can discuss the matter of entering Xichuan together."
Liu Bei cupped his hand and thanked him: "Green mountains never change and green waters always flow. When things are accomplished in the future, I will definitely repay you with generous gifts."
Zhang Song smiled and said: "I met the Ming Lord, so I naturally tried my best to help. How dare I ask for gifts?" After saying that, he cupped his hands and said goodbye. Kong Ming asked Guan Yu to escort Zhang Song for more than ten miles. , just came back.
After Zhang Song returned to Yizhou, he first went to see his good friend Fazheng, who was from Youfufengyi and named Xiaozhi. After Zhang Song met Fazheng, he explained how Cao Cao was arrogant and arrogant, and they could only share the difficulties together. , could not enjoy it together, and then told him about his promise to Yizhou to Liu Bei, that is, he was ready to discuss the details in detail.
Fazheng was very happy after hearing this and said: "Everyone knows about Liu Zhang's incompetence. In fact, I have been hoping that Liu Bei would come to Xichuan for a long time. We have the same intention, so why do we have any doubts?" Not long after, Meng Da also came. His name is Ziqing, and he is from the same hometown as Fazheng. After entering, he saw Fazheng and Zhang Song secretly talking about something, and said: "I already know what you are talking about. Who are you planning to dedicate Yizhou to?" Bar?"
Zhang Song said: "That's it. Guess who we are going to dedicate Yizhou to?"
He replied: "I think it's Liu Bei, Uncle Liu Huang."
The three of them looked at each other and smiled. Fazheng said to Zhang Song: "In this case, what should you say when you go to see Liu Zhang tomorrow?"
Zhang Song said: "Liu Bei and I have already discussed this matter. I will recommend you two as envoys in front of Liu Zhang tomorrow to go to Jingzhou to discuss the matter of entering Xichuan." After hearing this, the two nodded and agreed.
On the second day, Zhang Song went to see Liu Zhang. Liu Zhang asked, "How did you do when you went out this time?"
He replied: "Cao Cao is the traitor of the Han Dynasty and is ready to usurp the world. We cannot cooperate with him. He wants to take Xichuan."
Liu Zhang said: "If this is the case, what should Zhang Lu do when he joins the army?"
Zhang Song said: "I have a plan that will make it impossible for Zhang Lu and Cao Cao to invade Xichuan."
Liu Zhang asked: "What can we do?"
He replied: "Liu Bei of Jingzhou is a brother of the same clan as you. He is kind and generous, and has the demeanor of an elder. After the Battle of Chibi, Cao Cao was frightened when he heard about his name, let alone a little Zhang Lu? Why not, my lord? Send envoys to form an alliance with Liu Bei and serve as our foreign aid to resist Cao Cao and Zhang Lu."
Liu Zhang said: "Actually, I have had this idea for a long time, but who can be the messenger?"
He replied: "That must be Fazheng and Mengda."
So Liu Zhang summoned Meng Da and Fazheng, compiled a letter, and asked Fazheng to serve as an envoy to find an alliance with Liu Bei. Then he sent Meng Da to lead 5,000 troops to welcome Liu Bei into Xichuan as assistance.
During the discussion, a man suddenly broke in, sweating all over his face, and shouted: "If my lord follows Zhang Song's suggestion, then all the forty-one prefectures and counties in Xichuan will fall into the hands of others."
Zhang Song was very surprised after hearing this and looked around quickly. He saw that the man was from Zhongba, Xilang. His surname was Huang, his last name was Quan, and his given name was Gongheng. He was now the chief clerk of Liu Zhang's house.
Liu Zhang was a little strange and asked: "Liu Bei and I are brothers of the same clan. I am ready to alliance with him. Why do you say that?"
Huang Quan said: "I heard that Liu Bei is generous to others, and his gentleness can overcome toughness. He is no match for heroes. He has won the hearts of people far and near. He has gained high popularity recently. With the wisdom of Zhuge Liang and Pang Tong, Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, Zhao Yun, Huang Zhong, and Wei Yan are the wings. If he is allowed to go to Shu to appease him, how can Liu Bei be inferior to others? If he is treated favorably with etiquette, but two lords cannot be tolerated in one place, now listen to my suggestion, then Western Shu will be as stable as Mount Tai. If you don't listen to my advice, then the lord will be in danger of dying. I heard that Zhang Song passed by Jingzhou yesterday. He must have planned something together with Liu Bei. You can send Zhang Song first Beheading and then eliminating Liu Bei's future troubles, this is Xi Chuan's luck."
Liu Zhang said: "If this is the case, if Cao Cao and Zhang Lu come, who will resist them?"
Huang Quan said: "If that doesn't work, we will increase the fortifications and build deep ditches and high fortresses. We will wait until the politics becomes clear."
Liu Zhang said: "The bandits are very brave to invade our border and it is an urgent matter. If we wait until the politics is clear, it will be a slow strategy." After saying this, he did not adopt his suggestion at all and immediately sent Fa Zheng and others to Jingzhou.
At this time, another person came out to stop him and said, "This won't work!"
Liu Zhang saw that the man was Wang Lei. Wang Lei kowtowed and said, "Master, listen to what Zhang Song said now. He is causing trouble for himself."
Liu Zhang said: "No, I am going to form an alliance with Liu Bei now to resist Zhang Lu."
Wang Lei said: "Zhang Lu came to invade, just like some minor skin problems, but when Liu Bei entered Xichuan, it was a serious problem for his heart. Moreover, Liu Bei is a powerful man in the world. He first took refuge with Cao Cao, and then he wanted to murder Cao Cao. Later, he followed Sun Quan and captured Jingzhou. He had evil intentions, so how could we form an alliance? Now take him to Xichuan, then Xichuan will be over!"
Liu Zhang became a little angry and said, "Stop talking nonsense. Liu Bei is my brother from the same clan. How could he seize my inheritance?" After saying that, he had the two people suggested taken away and allowed Fa Zheng to go to Jingzhou normally.
Fazheng left Yizhou and headed towards Jingzhou to see Liu Bei. After paying homage, he handed the letter to Liu Bei.
Liu Bei opened it, and the content was: Liu Zhang, his younger brother from the same clan, wrote to his brother, General Liu Bei. The road to Shu is rugged and there is no way to meet each other. I am really scared. I heard that good and bad help each other and share weal and woe. This is how friends behave. Not to mention brothers from the same clan? Now Zhang Lu is in the north and has prepared troops and horses to attack our border. I feel very uncomfortable, so I sent a special person to present this letter. I hope that I can take care of the brotherhood of the same clan and immediately help me with troops to destroy Zhang Lu. Thieves, as lips and teeth, we will definitely have heavy rewards. The words in the book cannot express my current mood. I hope I can wait for your ride.
Liu Bei was very happy after reading it. He set up a large banquet to entertain Fa Zheng and made three rounds of wine country. Liu Bei turned his back on the left and right and secretly said to Fa Zheng: "I have heard about your reputation for a long time, Zhang Song." When you come to me, you often praise you in front of me. I happen to be here today. I hope that I can listen to your teachings and comfort my life."
