Super Cultivation System of the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 675 Cai Mao's Poisonous Scheme
In the suburbs outside Xiangyang City, Liu Biao and Liu Yu slowly walked out of the gate of a rather unique manor.

A man in his thirties, dressed in a plain robe, saw the two out the door and bowed to say goodbye.

"I have long heard that Lord Bo'an is kind and righteous, loves the people, and is knowledgeable and talented. It is my great honor to have the opportunity to talk to him today. I only hope that you can stay in Xiangyang for a few days so that I can come back to ask for your advice in the future."

Liu Yu laughed and said, "How dare I? I am really uneasy showing off my skills in front of the famous scholar Pang Degong from Xiangyang."

"Hey, Mr. Liu is too modest."

Liu Biao bowed and said, "Let's say goodbye for now. When you have some free time, you can come to the governor's mansion to talk again."

"Okay, take care, both of you."

Liu Biao and Liu Yu turned around, got on a carriage, and slowly left.

In the carriage, Liu Biao asked, "I wonder what your uncle thinks of Mr. Pang De's talent and learning?"

Liu Yu stroked his long beard and thought for a moment before speaking.

"This person has an elegant temperament, noble character, and first-class knowledge. In terms of classics alone, he is comparable to Lu Zigan. Jingzhou is indeed a place where crouching tigers and hidden dragons are hidden. No wonder Jingsheng lingers here and is reluctant to leave, haha."

After hearing his praise, Liu Biao seemed very pleased.

"It is a great honor for Lord Pang to have such praise from the Emperor's uncle."

Liu Yu suddenly changed the subject: "However, although Pang Degong is knowledgeable and talented, he has no ambition. With his knowledge, he should be loyal to the country, but he only cares about his own knowledge and does not think about serving the country or the people. It's a pity. His nephew has some ambitions, and at such a young age, he has such extraordinary knowledge. It's rare, rare."

Liu Biao recalled a little after hearing this and said, "Oh, uncle, are you talking about that kid Pang Tong?"

Liu Yu nodded and said, "Yes, it is this boy."

"Ah, hahaha..." Liu Biao suddenly laughed.

Liu Yu asked in confusion: "Why is Jingsheng laughing?"

Liu Biao suppressed his laughter and replied, "Pang Tong is still a teenager, but his face is as dark as bark and his complexion is so strange. When I think of it now, I still can't help laughing..."

Liu Yu sighed and said, "Hey, Jingsheng, that's not right. The sage said, you can't judge a person by his appearance, and you can't measure the sea by a bucket. I think this boy may be ugly, but he has a very high spirit. I'm afraid his future achievements will be limitless. The current emperor appoints people based on their merits and has a benevolent heart. If there is a chance in the future, I would like to recommend him to Luoyang."

Liu Biao was somewhat noncommittal about this and did not continue speaking.

At night, Liu Biao returned to his bedroom. Cai came to him slowly and took off his brocade robe. There was some resentment in her eyes.

Seeing this, Liu Biao asked, "What has happened to make you so unhappy, Madam? Tell me, and I will make the decision for you."

Cai pouted and said, "Why did my husband scold my brother so much today? He is also very loyal. It would be fine if you didn't listen, but you are so harsh. Isn't it embarrassing for him?"

Seeing his expression, Liu Biao felt distressed and tried to comfort him: "It was your fault. I was in a hurry at the time, and I was afraid that he would continue to talk nonsense. If the uncle heard it and reported it to the court, it would be a serious crime to exterminate all nine generations of the clan. Your husband was doing this for his own good."

Cai hung Liu Biao's brocade robe on the hanger beside her and said, "I think my brother is right. The Luoyang court can't have any good intentions. Now that Liu Yan has proclaimed himself emperor in Yizhou, Luoyang must first seize my Jingzhou if it wants to attack Yizhou. Humph, there is no such easy thing in the world." "What do you know as a woman? Don't talk nonsense." Liu Biao pretended to be angry.

"I just don't understand?" Cai looked unconvinced.

"There are only two ways to enter Yizhou: from Liangzhou to the south or from Jingzhou to the west. Going through Liangzhou, the mountains are high and the roads are long, with dangerous passes everywhere. Only going up the river from Jingzhou is the safest. What Liu He is planning is known to everyone in the world, including you, my husband..."

"What's wrong with me?" Liu Biao seemed to be really angry. His eyes were like sharp swords that could take away souls. He stared at Cai so hard that Cai was so scared that she had to swallow back the words that were about to come out of her mouth.

"Well, these government affairs are not something a woman like you can interfere in. Go and have a rest."

Liu Biao shouted, then lay down.

However, even Cai did not notice that after Liu Biao lay down and turned sideways, his face suddenly turned cold.

The next day, Liu Yu got up early as usual. While he was having breakfast, a servant came running in.

"My Lord, I am a servant of the Governor's Mansion. My master has told me to let you know that he is very busy today and may not be able to accompany you on your tour. He has specially ordered me to bring three local chefs from Jingzhou and five servants from the mansion. If you need anything, just tell them."

Liu Yu was a little surprised: "Oh? Jingsheng is not coming today? Well, well, I am tired after traveling for half a month. I will take a rest today and go find him tomorrow."

"This..." The servant hesitated for a while, then said, "My master may not be able to rest these days. Please forgive me, Master."

"Hmm?" Liu Yu seemed to have noticed something, but didn't say much.

"After all, government affairs are important, and I should be considerate. Go back and tell Jingsheng that I am very grateful to him. Since he is very busy, and I have almost had enough fun in Jingzhou, I will visit more famous people in Jingzhou in the next five days. After five days, I will set off for Yangzhou. Not long ago, the governor of Yangzhou, Chen Wen, passed away. The new governor, Liu Yao, is also a relative of my Liu family. I haven't seen him for more than ten years, so it's a good opportunity to go and catch up."

"Yes, I will report the Master's words to my master."

After the servant said this, he turned and left.

Liu Yu twisted his beard and said thoughtfully: "It is just as Your Majesty expected..."

In Xiangyang City, Cai Mansion.

"boom!"

Cai Mao slammed the table hard.

"What an old man, he even wants to visit famous people. Is he trying to win the hearts of the people for Liu He so that he can be his accomplice in the future?"

A man who looked like a scholar came over and said, "General, you must be on guard. I heard that Liu Yu has gone to Kuai's mansion. The Kuai family is one of the most famous families in Nanjun, and many of them are trusted by the lord. In the past, when Liu Yu visited famous scholars, he didn't dare to act rashly with the lord by his side. Now he is going alone. If he stirs up trouble among them, with Liu He's current power, there is no guarantee that some people will not be afraid and secretly reach an agreement with Liu Yu, which will be a great threat to Jingzhou."

When Cai Mao heard this, his eyes sparkled with anger.

"Well, you old bastard, you want to seize my Jingzhou. That's wishful thinking! Humph, you are all alone, can't I take care of you? Someone, come here..."

(End of this chapter)