I woke up from the sound of rain in the Central Plains. In my dream, half my life had passed. When I opened my eyes, I was still standing still.
The world is boundless and misty and rainy. What lurks in the rain is endless desolation. What is soaked by the rain is the unwillingness to let go.
Liu Bei stood up tiredly from the rain, holding Lu Ma, and found a shelter from the rain. He sat cross-legged and covered the wound on his arm. He looked at the sword beside him, picked it up, and put it on his neck. What's the use of living at this point?
Liu Bei closed his eyes and shed two lines of tears. He has been running around to help the big man his whole life. As a descendant of the Han Dynasty Queen, he has served in the army for half his life and has not made any achievements. He is not as good as Cao Cao, a traitor, or even Lin Ze, a refugee. Where is he? Something went wrong?
After seeing too many cookie-cutter cities and getting tired of seeing unrecognizable landscapes, Liu Bei felt despair in his heart. After decades or thousands of years, what will the world of the Han Dynasty look like?
In the distance, Xu Ziwu and his brothers looked at Liu Bei's appearance, feeling sad in their hearts. How much emotion does a person have, and can he withstand the disappointment of repeated defeats?
The master asked himself to stare at him, and there was murderous intent in his words, but the master did not explicitly say that he wanted to kill him, and Xu Ziwu naturally would not take action. First, how much damage could such Liu Bei cause to the master's empire? Second, Liu Bei like this is really hard to do.
Zhang Mingyue stood next to Xu Ziwu and said, "General, I think he is going to kill himself."
Xu Ziwu, who has experienced great changes, has become very stable and has a thorough understanding of world affairs. He shook his head and said: "Liu Xuande will not kill himself. He is used to being homeless. Besides, he still has a wife alive, and his second uncle Guan He and Uncle Zhang are both in this world. We are sworn friends to Jinlan and live and die together. How could he die alone?"
Zhang Mingyue shook his lips and said, "Why doesn't he defect to our lord? With their abilities, they can definitely have a place among the generals."
Xu Ziwu smiled and said: "No, first, he is a descendant of the Queen of Han Dynasty and will not depend on others. Second, he and Cao Cao have a blood feud. I have always seen Cao Cao as a traitor in troubled times. The relationship between my master and Cao Cao is inseparable." , very subtle, he is worried that by joining my master, he is aiding the evil deeds."
Zhang Mingyue said: "Then what should we do? Just stare at him like this? What's the use? He ran away from Yuan Shao, what can happen?"
Xu Ziwu said: "Just keep an eye on him for now. Wait until he finds Uncle Guan and Uncle Zhang. The master has returned to Yueyang Village. Ming Yue, please find a way to send a message to the master and ask him whether Liu Bei will be killed or retained." ?”
Zhang Mingyue nodded and went down to make arrangements.
Xu Ziwu continued to stare at Liu Bei and sighed.
Liu Bei had no idea that he was able to escape from Yuan Shao's camp alone because Lin Zeyi's troops secretly escorted him. He also didn't know where the road ahead would go. In the end, he put down his sword, rode on horseback, and headed straight for the ancient city. direction, because that is the place where my dream began, and it was there that my second and third brothers became sworn friends with me in Taoyuan.
In this era of chaos and strife, it is impossible to live in seclusion among the mountains and rivers. After all, even people like Huang Chengyan have become officials, and they can only rest in the ancient city for a few days.
Liu Bei galloped on his horse and finally arrived at the ancient city. The ancient city was located in southern Henan and was under the rule of Lin Ze. Because of its vigorous development of people's livelihood and excellent construction, even the battle he had just fought in Runan did not damage the ancient city at all. He had to It is said that Lin Ze has great talents in governing the country.
The sight was white walls and gray tiles, extremely elegant, and thousands of green bamboos welcomed guests. Liu Bei dismounted his horse and walked in the ancient city, and came to the peach grove again. The peach blossom season had just passed, and the withered petals made him feel sad again. While walking in the peach garden, Liu Bei suddenly discovered that there were statues of three of himself. He was extremely surprised. He strode forward and confirmed that these were his three brothers. They were carved from extremely hard rock and were covered with a strange layer to prevent weathering. coating.
He hurriedly read the line below, "At the end of the Han Dynasty, three heroes became brothers with different surnames here in 184 AD. They were brothers and sisters, and lived and died together. Their righteousness is as great as the sky, and Lin Ze is here to stand!"
Liu Bei never expected that Lin Ze would be so respectful to his three brothers.
In later generations, Lin Ze did have great respect for Emperor Zhaolie of the Han Dynasty. However, in the same era, as his own social status improved, his feelings for these heroes were very ordinary. The monument was erected because Lin Ze has always been unswerving. The local people believe: "It is better to learn from Taoyuan to make three brothers, than to learn from Wagang to make incense."
Liu Guan and Zhang’s spirit must be learned.
Liu Bei was looking at the sculptures of his two brothers anxiously when he suddenly heard someone shouting in his ear: "Is that Uncle Liu Huang?"
Since Liu Bei's battle, there has been a tremor, and the trees and grass are full of soldiers. When he hears someone calling him, he is so frightened that he draws his sword.
"Uncle Liu Huang, don't panic. I was a hunter in Xuzhou. I met you before. When Cao Cao massacred the city, I ran away and came to this ancient city. I didn't expect to see you here!"
Liu Bei bowed and saluted, saying, "I'm here to get my officers and soldiers."
"How could it be? Under the rule of Mr. Lin, the politics are clear and clear. Even during the war, the enemy's family members are only controlled. Everyone in the world knows that you and Mr. Lin are friends, and no one here dares to embarrass you."
Liu Bei was extremely envious. Lin Ze was a refugee, nicknamed Gui Liuzi, and he had not been rewarded by the court yet. However, after marrying a princess, he could do everything he wanted, and he had no talent but nowhere to use it. It was really uncomfortable.
Liu Bei was hungry and cold, so Liu An invited him, so he naturally went.
Liu An cooked a meal, and Liu Bei ate very comfortably and asked: "What kind of meat is this that is so delicious? I had such a delicious meal at Lin Ze's place many years ago."
Liu An smiled and said, "It's wolf meat."
Liu Bei felt a little strange. He got up and went into the kitchen. He suddenly found that the half body of a woman was still beside the stove. Liu An bowed to Liu Bei and said: "Uncle Liu Huang, I have great respect for you. The rice in the house is not enough to express my respect." Because of love, I killed my wife and cooked it for you to eat."
Liu Bei was greatly moved when he heard this. He bowed and said, "You are so kind to me!"
After eating, Liu Bei went to Taolin. He built a small shack here. Without brothers, he had no fighting spirit. He might as well spend the rest of his life here. He had the skills of weaving mats and selling shoes, and he could make a living. .
As everyone knows, as soon as Liu Bei left, Xu Ziwu led people into Liu An's house, grabbed his hair and came out, asking: "Under my lord's rule, are you short of food or your clothes? Kill your wife and cook her to eat?"
Liu Andao: "I don't lack anything, but Uncle Liu Huang is someone I respect, so I can express my respect for this."
Xu Ziwu said: "Fart, I didn't see you cutting your own flesh to feed your parents. Come here, kill this man for me and tell the world that under the rule of the lord, life is the first priority. Killing is worth life, and debts are repaid!"
In this world, life is as humble as grass. Human beings have animal nature and they will eat when they are extremely hungry. However, when Lin Ze asked Zhang Zhao to make rules, the first one was that human life is above everything else. , everything must make way for survival.
Older people don't think so, but people who have developed a mature worldview in the past few years think so.
Liu An was a stranger from outside and had not been baptized by Lin Ze's thoughts. He thought it was normal to kill his wife and cook her. Even Liu Bei, a virtuous king, only felt moved but not disgusted.
The news had wings and almost flew to Lin Ze's ears. He had just arrived in Yueyang Village and had not yet entered Fengming Garden. First of all, he got the news about Xu Ziwu. He was very happy. With Xu Ziwu's current ability, he knew that he would not To cause trouble, there is nowhere to go in this world. Then when he heard about Liu An, Lin Ze became a little irritable.
"Damn, it's time to look after the child. It's really unlucky to hear such a thing." Lin Ze said: "This is a classic case of Liu An. Please make an announcement throughout the country and order all patrols to prevent such things from happening. Don’t let an intentional murderer go!”
Lin Ze passed on the order and took a bath in the flowing river outside before returning home. Diao Chan and Xu Jiaojiao greeted him with a warm welcome.
Regarding Liu An's murder of his wife, Cao Cao's performance was more interesting. He called on the entire army to imitate him. In feudal society, human life was still too clear.
These days, Cao Cao pays attention to two things. One is the movements of Yuan Shao, the white horse, and the other is the movements of Zhang He's euphorbia soldiers.
He must get the surrender of the Euphorbia soldiers. Even if they don't surrender, they can't be allowed to become Yuan Shao's combat troops.
But now, he encountered another troublesome thing. Guan Yu had been looking for him, and all he wanted to do was say goodbye seriously before leaving. After all, Cao Cao promised himself that he would let him go if he got the whereabouts of his eldest brother.
Really unable to wait for Cao Cao, he decided to leave.
Mr. Guan entered the inner palace, found his sister-in-law, and asked them to pack their bags. Then he went to the prime minister's palace, kowtowed three times outside the door, then packed up his carriage and horses, hung a seal and gold seal, and wrote a letter: Yu I have nothing to do with the emperor's uncle, and I swear that we will live and die together; the emperor is a queen, and I have actually heard these words. The former Xiapi fell, and the three things he asked for have been promised. Now that I have found out that my old master is now in Yuan Shao's army, I think back on the old alliance. How can I allow it to be violated? Although new kindness is great, old friendship is unforgettable. Zite said goodbye with a letter, and Fu Wei took care of him. I have yet to repay my kindness, but I hope it will be repaid in due course.
After packing everything, Mr. Guan climbed on the red rabbit horse, held the Green Dragon Sword, and took his old men with him. He left from the north gate of Xuchang and was about to leave the city. The guard refused to let him go. Mr. Guan opened his eyes and said nothing. Then The aura scares people.
Cao Cao soon learned the news that Mr. Guan had successfully left the city gate. He was shocked and shouted: "Yun Chang is gone. Yunchang left me and left. He, he is really gone!"
At this time, people from outside came to report: "Guan Gong rushed out of the door, and more than 20 people in the convoy, pommel and horse, all went north. Guan Gong used all the gold and silver and other things given by the seal, as well as the ten beauties you gave him, the Prime Minister. He lived in another inner room. The seal of the Hou Ting of the Han Dynasty was hung in the hall. He took none of the people given by the prime minister, only his original followers and luggage, and went out of the north gate."
Cao Cao was heartbroken and burst into tears. He thought Dian Wei was dead, his son was dead, and his nephew was dead, but he had never experienced such a feeling of defeat...
