The Reincarnation of Lu Bu at the End of the Han Dynasty

Chapter 727 Those who win the hearts of the people win the world
At night, many torches were lit on the city walls of Tan County. Although Cao Jun retreated, the soldiers standing guard did not dare to slack off at all.

In the county mansion, the lights were brightly lit, and tables and tables of sumptuous banquets were set up.

Kong Rong and Tian Kai also led their troops into the city in the evening.

During the banquet, Mi Zhu got up and introduced to Tao Qian: "Your Majesty, this is the clan of the Han family, after Zhongshan King Jing, great-great-grandson of Emperor Xiaojing, Liu Bei and Liu Xuande."

After the title of "Pala" came down, everyone looked at Liu Bei's eyes again, and they felt a little more respectful.

Regarding Liu Bei's identity, Mi Zhu also heard Guan and Zhang mention it by chance.Although there is no object that can prove Liu Bei's identity, through these days of getting along, Mi Zhu is impressed by Liu Bei's benevolence and righteousness, and has no doubts about his identity.

"It turned out to be a clan member of the Han family, disrespect and disrespect!"

Tao Qian bowed his hands to pay tribute, and then said to the other Kong and Tian, ​​"The salvation of Xuzhou this time is all thanks to the generous help of the Lord. Otherwise, Cao Cao will break into the city today. It is not a pity for me to die, but I just can't bear it." Seeing that the people will also suffer with me!"

As he spoke, Tao Qian covered his face and began to cry.

Everyone can only comfort each other.

"Mr. Tao's words are serious. We have also heard about your matter. The murder of Cao's father has nothing to do with the man. Now that Cao Cao has invaded Xuzhou with an army and killed civilians, it is a serious crime. How can we just sit idly by! "

Liu Bei and Tao Qian clasped their hands, speaking impassionedly and righteously.

Many Xuzhou officials in the hall nodded secretly, feeling that this person's words were good, so they paid more attention.

After drinking for three rounds, Tao Qian ordered Mi Zhu to fetch the state animal seal and put it on the table in front of Liu Bei.

Liu Bei doesn't know what happened yet, and he is working hard to build interpersonal relationships with the family members of Xuzhou.Seeing Mi Zhu's actions, he couldn't help being stunned for a moment, and asked in a daze, "Mr. Tao, what do you mean?"

Tao Qian said with emotion: "The world is disturbed today, and Wang Gang is not strong. I am a clan member of the Han family, and I should do my best to help the country. I am old and incompetent, and I am willing to give up Xuzhou. Don't refuse. I should write the form myself and apply to the court."

As he said that, Tao Qian looked at the crowd again, and confessed his crimes: "The disaster in Xuzhou is all because of this old man. Because of my ignorance, hundreds of thousands of people have suffered. This old man is ashamed of the people of Xuzhou and the trust of you all , I really don’t have the face to take up the post of State Shepherd again. From today on, Xuzhou Shepherd will be Duke Xuande!”

As Tao Qian's words fell to the ground, all the people who were celebrating were suddenly silent, some were shocked, some were confused, and their expressions were different.

Among them, Guan and Zhang were the happiest. They thought to themselves that the eldest brother finally had a place, and he could let go of his career.

However, Liu Bei, who should have been the happiest, had a dignified expression. He left his seat and came out. Help each other. If you say this, do you suspect that I have the heart to annex? If you think so, the emperor will not help you!"

"This old man's invitation from the heart, Xuande must not refuse." Tao Qian looked sincere and gave in again and again.

The honest man Kong Rong also persuaded from the side: "Since Mr. Tao Fu insists on giving in, Xuande, don't shirk it anymore, just agree!"

He is still very optimistic about Liu Bei.

However, Liu Bei refused to accept it no matter what.

The situation was at a stalemate, so Mi Zhu stood up and said, "Masters, listen to me. Now Cao Jun is only retreating temporarily. With Cao Cao's temperament, he will never stop here, and he will definitely come back again. What we think now should be How to retreat from the enemy. As for the matter of state herdsmen, it will not be too late to discuss after Xuzhou is in peace."

Everyone nodded their heads deeply.

Tao Qian had no choice but to give up.

Speaking of the strategy of withdrawing from Cao Cao, Liu Bei put forward his own opinion: "Mr. Tao, don't worry. Tonight, I will send a letter to Cao Ying to persuade Cao Cao to make peace. Everyone is happy if he agrees. If he refuses, we will do it again." fight."

"First courtesy and then soldiers, Xuande is a true benevolent gentleman!" Kong Rong, who was on the side, was full of praise like the navy of later generations.

Tao Qian nodded, holding the mentality of treating a dead horse as a living horse doctor.

Whether it works or not, try it first.

In the middle of the night, the banquet dispersed.

With the support of his two sons, Tao Qian bid farewell to everyone and left the hall early.

Liu Bei and his two brothers were about to go back to their room for bed when they heard someone calling from behind him.

"Mr. Xuande stay behind!"

Liu Bei looked back and saw that it was a young man with a very good appearance and a refined temperament.

Smiling, Liu Bei asked politely, "Why did Yuanlong call me?"

During the banquet, he talked with the Chen family father and son.His father, Chen Gui, is an unfathomable old fox with exquisite faces, but his son has a calm personality and extensive knowledge, which makes Liu Bei very fond of him.

Chen Deng has a straightforward temperament and doesn't beat around the bush. He thinks that Liu Bei is a very good person who can accomplish great things, so he makes plans for him: "Now the Han Dynasty is late, Haiyu is overthrown, and it is time to make contributions. Xuzhou Yin Fu, With a household registration of one million, if Duke Xuande can use this as a foundation, he can achieve great success!"

For a person in his 30s who has not yet achieved a career, especially for an ambitious person like Liu Bei, this kind of temptation is enough to break the sky.

However, Liu Bei held back.

He was worried that Chen Deng was just testing himself, so he said seriously: "It is righteousness to save Xuzhou this time! Now that there is no reason for it, the world will prepare for the unrighteous, and it is really hard to obey."

Fame, this is what Liu Bei cares about most.

It is precisely because he is afraid of being criticized by others, that Liu Bei cannot be decisive in many things.

At least, for now.

"It's too late to regret if you don't take it!"

Chen Deng sighed and walked away gradually.

"Brother, since Tao Qian took the initiative to gift Xuzhou to such a good opportunity at the banquet just now, why didn't you agree to come down?" When there was no one around, the panicked Zhang Fei finally couldn't help it.

At the banquet, his elder brother rejected Tao Qian again and again, Zhang Fei saw it, and felt anxious in his heart, wishing he could stand up by himself and agree to it for his elder brother.

Although Guan Yu didn't say anything, he still had doubts in his heart.

"We're new here, we don't have the slightest foundation here, and we're here in the name of saving Xuzhou. If I happily take the position of Xuzhou Mu at this time, it's hard to say whether I can sit still.

But what will the world think of me?They will say that I, Liu Bei, am a hypocritical jackal, a rat who deceives the world and steals his name.In this way, who else will sincerely serve me in the future? "

Liu Bei expressed his inner worries.

He does not have the shadow of his ancestors, nor does he have strong military strength.If you want to win people's hearts, you can only rely on yourself to accumulate fame step by step until everyone in the world recognizes you.

Liu Bei believes in benevolence, righteousness and people's hearts, but Zhang Fei doesn't believe in this. He pointed to the west and shouted: "Brother, you are the benevolence of a woman. Look at Lu Bu and Cao Cao, who is telling you about etiquette and morality?" , They only believe in fists. Big brother, don’t you understand such a simple truth as winning?”

"Third brother, pay attention to your attitude." Guan Yu reminded.

"Hey, such a good opportunity is right in front of us, but my elder brother refuses to take it, it really drives me crazy!"

Zhang Fei clenched his fists and pounded heavily on the stone wall of the corridor.

Zhang Fei was in a hurry, and Liu Bei also knew that he was thinking of himself, so he stepped forward and patted Zhang Fei's shoulder lightly, with his own belief in his gentle tone: "Violence will only bring about killing, and those who win the hearts of the people will win the hearts of the people." world."

(End of this chapter)