Three Kingdoms: I, Liu Feng, do not want to die

Chapter 194: Yongliang Strategy, Liu Bei and Liu Feng stationed in Chang'an (Additional Update)
Chang'an Street.

Compared to the beginning when scholars and common people stayed indoors and children cried only when they heard the name of Yan Wang Liu Feng, there are now cars and people flowing in the streets and alleys.

The hawkers' shouts rose one after another.

The sound of children's laughter filled the streets.

Flags with words such as "Liu Lang Big Melon", "Liu Lang Small Melon", "Liu Lang Green Bean", "Liu Lang Yellow Bean", "Liu Lang Cake" and "Liu Lang Tailor" also appeared on vendors' carts and store signs.

It’s like the streets of Shangyong in the past.

Liu Bei, wearing a cloth coat and inner armor, was a little stunned for a moment when he looked at the flags with the prefix "Liu Lang".

After the ancestor worship ceremony.

After Liu Bei had arranged everything, he decided to visit the streets of Chang'an in disguise.

As stated in the sacrificial text, "Bei is a branch of the Han Dynasty, weaving mats in Zhuo County", although Liu Bei was a descendant of the Han Dynasty, he was only a side branch, and was very far away from the direct lineage of King Jing of Zhongshan.

Even among the Liu family of Zhuo County, Liu Bei was just a descendant of a small family that had fallen on hard times. He once made a living by weaving mats and selling shoes. He was able to study under Lu Zhi thanks to the support of his fellow clansmen.

Therefore, Liu Bei, like Emperor Xuan of Han, Liu Bingyi, who grew up among the common people, was able to empathize with the common people.

When he was in the plains, he often went barefoot to plow the fields with the people, and squatted on the edge of the field to eat and chat together.

Even though he later became a higher official and even crowned a king and emperor, Liu Bei never gave up this habit. Instead, he enjoyed it even more.

Only when you understand the sufferings of the people will you not ask abstract questions like the stupid son of the Sima family, such as “Why don’t you eat meat porridge?”

It was just this visit today that really opened Liu Bei's eyes.

"Who arranged this?"

Liu Bei looked at Cheng Ji and Guo Youzhi on his left and right with a somewhat unhappy tone.

I am here to visit, not to watch the show by the common people on the streets of Chang'an.

Cheng Ji and Guo Youzhi shook their heads.

"Your Majesty, the Prime Minister and the Minister of State are very busy and would not do such a thing. The Crown Prince and the Prince of Yan also have no reason to do such a thing. Perhaps it is a misunderstanding."

"Rong Chen stepped forward and asked."

Just as Guo Youzhi was about to ask, Liu Bei stopped him and said, "I've already told you that when you're out in public, you can't call yourself a minister, and you can't address me as Your Majesty. I'd better go and ask in person."

Liu Bei walked up to a vendor with a flag that read "Liu Lang Cake" and started a conversation with him skillfully.

The peddler was very enthusiastic when he saw that Liu Bei was a commoner but had an extraordinary demeanor.

When Liu Bei asked about the "Liu Lang" flags in the streets, the vendor's tone was obviously a little excited: "Old man, you don't know, when His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan's army entered the city, the streets and alleys of Chang'an were all closed for fear of encountering war disasters.

After His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan entered the city, he saw that the common people were frightened, and some children were so scared that they dared not cry when they heard the name of His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan. He couldn't bear it and felt deeply ashamed, so he carried a full jar of water for an old man in the name of "thirst".

His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan also said that the current emperor has taught: Do not do evil for the sake of small gains, and do not refrain from doing good for the sake of small gains.

In the streets and alleys of Chang'an, people are praising the benevolence of His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan.

Later, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince went to Chang'an to pacify the people. An old man selling coarse-grain cakes accidentally bumped into His Royal Highness the Crown Prince. Instead of blaming him, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince felt deeply guilty because his carriage and horses had trampled on the old man's flag.

His Royal Highness the Crown Prince then wrote a flag for his father-in-law. The father-in-law was very bold and asked the "Crown Prince" to leave his name on it so that it could be passed down to the family.

It happened that His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan was also nearby, and he said: Since His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is in charge of the people on behalf of the Emperor, he should not reject the people's request.

His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan also said: It is not appropriate to leave His Royal Highness the Crown Prince's real name, and the current emperor's surname is Liu, so it is better to leave him the name "Liu Lang", which can also express the Chang'an people's earnest expectations for the emperor.

When we heard about it later, we all vied with each other to ask the prince to leave his name. All the flags with "Liu Lang" that I have seen were signed by the prince himself.

Therefore, there is a nursery rhyme in the streets of Chang'an: "Liu Lang's flag is flying in Chang'an, the people are happy when the King of Yan carries water. The prince's inscription is passed down as a good story, and the small deeds of kindness will bring peace to the Han Dynasty."

Cheng Ji and Guo Youzhi, who were standing by, were dumbfounded.

Originally, Liu Bei wanted to bring Liu Feng and Liu Chan with him on his private visit today, and teach his two sons not to forget to understand the sufferings of the people just because they are now rich.

As a result, Liu Feng and Liu Chan both said they were afraid of being recognized and were unwilling to follow Liu Bei.

it is good!it is good!it is good!
Afraid of being recognized?
Indeed, you are absolutely right!

After all, the "Liu Lang" flags in the streets and alleys were all written by Liu Chan himself.

Guo Youzhi wanted to take back what he had just said, "The Crown Prince and the Prince of Yan don't have to do this."

The person who could serve as Liu Bei's attendant was naturally not stupid. It could be said that it was accidental that Liu Feng fetched water for his father-in-law in order to appease the people when he first entered the city.

The old man who was selling whole grain cakes happened to bump into the prince, the flag happened to be trampled, the King of Yan happened to be nearby, the old man happened to dare to ask the prince to leave his name, everyone happened to rush to ask the prince to leave his name, the prince happened to be willing to leave his name, and there happened to be a nursery rhyme in Chang'an.
A coincidence is accidental.

If every coincidence is just accidental, then we are underestimating Guo Youzhi's intelligence.

Cheng Ji's state of mind was the same as Guo Youzhi's.

[The Crown Prince and the Prince of Yan understand your Majesty's heart very well.] Cheng Ji secretly sighed.

If it were another emperor living in seclusion, he might think that the Liu Lang flags in the streets and alleys were taboo.

Liu Bei can't.

At this moment, Liu Bei's heart felt as if it was filled with honey.

Especially when he heard the nursery rhyme, Liu Bei's face became even more radiant.

It just so happened.

A group of jumping children sang nursery rhymes and walked through the crowd, and the clear children's voices also struck Liu Bei's heart.

"The Liu Lang flag is flying over Chang'an, and the boy's words are the most sincere. Pick me two kilograms of 'Liu Lang Cake' to take away. It's a good opportunity for my two boys to have a taste as well." Liu Bei smiled.

Subsequently.

Liu Bei looked at the stalls again, sometimes going up to chat, sometimes listening quietly, with a smile on his face all the time.

And at the rear.

Liu Feng and Liu Chan also wore cloth clothes and armor, and wore straw hats to cover their faces, blending in with the crowd.

"Brother, are we being too deliberate in doing this? What if the emperor blames us?" After all, Liu Chan had received professional training from Xu Jing, and he had some of the characteristics of an "honest child".

Liu Feng smiled and said, "Don't worry. If the emperor really wanted to blame you, he wouldn't have stayed here for half an hour. If the emperor wants to scold you later, I will protect you."

Liu Feng's calmness made Liu Chan feel more at ease.

Although Liu Chan is the crown prince, he is only a seventeen-year-old boy.

Liu Chan was a man of meticulous mind.

Liu Feng could have done these things alone without Liu Chan, but he chose to involve Liu Chan and even let Liu Chan write the banner himself, so that everything was led by Liu Chan.

[I will always remember my brother's protective heart.] Liu Chan swore secretly.

While chatting.

Guo Youzhi came up to the front and whispered, "Your Highnesses, His Majesty invites you."

Liu Chan exclaimed: "Were we discovered?"

The corners of Guo Youzhi's mouth twitched.

If I still can't find it after following you for half an hour, I'd rather not be your minister.

Liu Chan also reacted and his face turned slightly red.

Liu Feng patted Liu Chan on the shoulder and said with a smile: "Since you have been discovered, there is no need to hide. I saw my father bought some cakes just now, so I will go and get a few."

After a while.

A quiet pavilion.

Liu Bei sat reclining.

Liu Feng and Liu Chan stood with their heads bowed.

"Tell me. Whose idea was it?" Liu Bei said with a stern face.

Liu Chan hurriedly said, "Father, this was my son's idea and has nothing to do with my brother."

Liu Feng smiled but said nothing.

Liu Bei glared at Liu Feng and said, "Gong Zhong, was this really Adou's idea?"

Liu Chan emphasized again: "Father, this is really my son's idea."

Just looking at Liu Bei's glaring eyes, Liu Chan's tone became weaker and weaker.

Liu Feng said seriously: "Father, the prince has always been honest."

Seeing Liu Bei's expression of "Don't think you can fool me", Liu Feng admitted solemnly: "Father, this is indeed my son's idea, but it is also the prince's wish, and it is also the earnest expectation of the people of Chang'an for you."

Since ancient times, people like to hear good words.

Especially when a son praises his father.

Liu Bei was no exception.

Cheng Ji and Guo Youzhi were laughing secretly on the side.

Only the Prince of Yan would dare to lie in front of Your Majesty with open eyes.

However, the two of them were not too idle to scold Liu Feng for being rude, but just quietly watched the daily affection between Liu Bei and his son.

"Why didn't you admit it earlier? Do you have to ask me?" Liu Bei's stern face relaxed. He asked the two to sit down around the table and took out the "Liu Lang Cake" he had bought: "You've followed me for so long, are you hungry?" Liu Feng and Liu Chan both smiled and stepped forward to take the cake.

Liu Bei then called Cheng Ji and Guo Youzhi to come forward and share the food.

After the cakes were shared, Cheng Ji and Guo Youzhi tactfully came out of the pavilion, leaving only Liu Bei and his two sons inside.

"Now that Chang'an has been taken, what are Gongzhong's next plans? Return to Xincheng, or stay in Chang'an?" Liu Bei asked the question he had been thinking about before coming to Chang'an.

Although Chang'an was captured, Yongliang was not yet pacified, and a capable general was still needed to take charge of the overall situation in Chang'an.

It will take more than a day or two to completely pacify Yongliang.

Cao Pi would not sit idly by and watch Liu Bei pacify Yongliang, and would definitely try to hinder him.

Otherwise, Yongliang will definitely attack Tongguan with Liu Bei's troops, which will be more threatening than the attack on Tongguan by Ma Chao, Han Sui and the warlords of Liangzhou in the past!

In other words.

Although there will be no major war between Han and Wei in the short term, there will be constant small wars in Yongliang.

but.

There are also many people who want to stay in Yongliang.

For example, Ma Chao, Meng Da, and Wei Yan all had the idea of staying in Yongliang.

There are more than one capable fighter under Liu Bei's command, and there are more than one who want to make a contribution.

but.

Compared with Ma Chao, Meng Da and Wei Yan, Liu Bei hoped that Liu Feng could stay in Chang'an.

Liu Feng was not only the King of Yan, but also the General of Chariots and Cavalry, and the most warlike son of Liu Bei.

Liu Feng did not answer directly, but expressed his attitude directly: "No matter where your father tells me to go, I will not object. For me, Chang'an New City is fine. Everything is centered on your father's strategic intentions."

Liu Bei did not comment, and then looked at Liu Chan: "Prince, what do you think, should the Prince of Yan stay in Chang'an or return to Xincheng?"

Liu Chan pondered for a moment and said, "Cao Zhen is still lurking in Chiyang, and Tongguan is like a thorn in our throat. Only my brother can conquer Yongliang. So I think we can let my brother stay in Chang'an for a while to supervise the military affairs of Yongliang."

Liu Bei stroked his short beard and said, "Chang'an is the old capital. If we leave the Prince of Yan in Chang'an, it may make the people suspicious."

Liu Chan said calmly, "Since ancient times, if the emperor is virtuous, the scholars and people will not doubt him. If the emperor is suspicious, the scholars and people will be suspicious. As long as my father does not doubt my brother, why would the scholars and people be suspicious?
It is precisely because Chang'an is the old capital that we cannot let Cao Ni retake it. I also think that among the pseudo-Wei rebels, no one can surpass my brother in military strategy. With my brother in charge, Chang'an can be as stable as Mount Tai."

Asking Liu Feng means asking about Liu Feng's attitude.

Asking Liu Chan means asking about Liu Chan's attitude.

The results of both questions surprised Liu Bei.

Especially Liu Chan's answer, which already showed the style of a "wise king", made Liu Bei even more gratified.

Since ancient times, kings have often deliberately kept treacherous ministers to fight against loyal ministers and generals.

It is because loyal ministers and good generals have high reputations, and when the king wants to get rid of them, he cannot do so directly, otherwise it will damage the king's reputation.

But it is much easier to get rid of the treacherous ministers. After they have eliminated the loyal ministers and generals, the king can then step forward to punish them. This will not only win the hearts of the people, but also successfully eliminate the loyal ministers and generals who were meant to be eliminated.

but.

Not everyone can be a king who plays this kind of imperial game.

The one who played it well was the wise and talented Emperor Wen of Han.

If you don't play it well, you will be called the puppet Emperor Xian of Han who destroyed the country.

Therefore, for most kings, it is not important whether or not they have the skills to rule the country, what is important is whether or not they are wise.

As long as you are wise enough, there is a chance that a wise minister like Zhuge Liang will appear who is willing to go through fire and water for you.

What made Liu Bei happy was that Liu Chan knew himself well. Since he couldn't play the game of power, he would play the game of sincerity.

After hearing the answers from Liu Feng and Liu Chan, Liu Bei became more determined to keep Liu Feng in Chang'an.

Subsequently.

Liu Bei looked at Liu Feng again and gave a clear direction: "If I leave Gongzhong in Chang'an, what do you think?"

Liu Feng said with a smile: "I, your son, have no fear of the Pseudo-Wei in terms of military strategy. Whether it is Cao Zhen or Zhang He, your son regards them as grass.

However, although I am good at military strategy, I am not good at civil administration. Yongliang is a vast area with complex ethnic groups, so it needs the help of a talented person who is well versed in civil administration.

I wonder if the emperor is willing to let the prime minister stay in Chang'an for three years?"

Although Liu Bei had expected that Liu Feng would ask for someone, he did not expect that Liu Feng wanted Zhuge Liang, and would want him for three years!
"How can the Prime Minister stay in Chang'an for three years? Not only the Prime Minister has to go back to Jiangling with me, but the Shangshu Ling has to go back to Jiangling with me as well. The Prime Minister already has a lot of tedious things to do, how can I let the Prime Minister be tired of everything?" Liu Bei glared, obviously thinking of the fact that Liu Feng had given the financial and taxation of the three counties of Yidu, Xincheng and Xiangyang to Zhuge Liang for overall management.

Liu Bei could guess what Liu Feng was thinking: Zhuge Liang took care of everything except military affairs, and Liu Feng was only responsible for fighting.

From the heart.

Liu Bei thought so too!

Zhuge Liang took care of everything except military affairs in Jiangling, and Liu Bei only needed to figure out how to march north to the Central Plains.

just now.

But Liu Feng wanted to keep Zhuge Liang in Chang'an for three years?
Three years!

Where could Liu Bei find another Zhuge Liang to replace the three years without Zhuge Liang?
Liu Feng spread his hands and said, "Father, I am not good at civil administration."

Liu Bei suddenly felt a headache.

The family business has grown, but there are not enough talented people.

Although Liu Bei had some talented people under his command, most of them were severely "biased" and there was no one else as versatile as Zhuge Liang.

Even though history records that Jiang Wan, Fei Yi and Dong Yun were listed as one of the "Four Prime Ministers of Shu Han" along with Zhuge Liang, they were only listed because of Zhuge Liang's influence.

See Liu Bei holding his forehead.

Liu Feng said, "Father, the governor of Liangzhou, Meng Jian, is a good friend of the Prime Minister. If the Prime Minister is here, perhaps Liangzhou can be taken without a fight. If I am alone, I can only take Liangzhou by force.

What's more, there won't be many wars in Jingzhou right now, so it's enough to let the Shangshu Ling return, and there's no need to let the Prime Minister return as well."

Seeing Liu Bei's brows becoming more and more furrowed.

Liu Feng added: "In fact, there is another plan. Your Majesty, please listen to it."

Liu Bei snorted, his tone a little more urgent than before: "What plan?"

Liu Feng chuckled and said, "Crown Prince, you can stay in Jiangling to supervise the country; Father, you can stay in Chang'an to recuperate."

Liu Bei's eyes widened: "Is this your plan?"

it is good!it is good!it is good!
What Liu Bei didn't expect was that Liu Feng not only wanted Zhuge Liang to stay in Chang'an for three years, but also wanted himself to stay in Chang'an as well.

You are the King of Yan, and you just ignore everything and focus on fighting?
Liu Feng said confidently: "Father asked the Crown Prince just now, Chang'an is the old capital, if I stay in Chang'an, it may make the people suspicious.

Although the prince's answer was that of a wise king, it could not avert the suspicion of the scholars and the people. If the false Wei deliberately framed his son and minister, the scholars and the people would be even more suspicious.

In order to reassure the people, to prevent the Pseudo-Wei from taking advantage of the situation, and to scare Cao Pi in Luoyang, it is best for my father to stay in Chang'an!

If we can capture Tongguan and Hanguguan in the future, my father will be able to officially move the capital.

My father is old, and he cannot go back and forth between Jiangling and Chang'an. I heard that Weiyang Palace is warm in winter and cool in summer. Although it was damaged by the war, it can be lived in after repair, which is just right for my father to live in. "

this time.

Liu Feng also considered who should guard Chang'an.

If Liu Chan was allowed to guard the city, with his military strategy, even with the help of Zhuge Liang, he might not be able to pacify Yongliang and stop Cao Wei's counterattack.

If Liu Feng were allowed to guard the city, his military strategy would be enough, but without Zhuge Liang, Liu Feng would have to distract himself by thinking about money and taxes. When Han Xin conquered the world, he always had Xiao He in the rear. Liu Feng did not dare to compare himself to Han Xin, and naturally did not want to have no one like Xiao He in the rear.

In addition, the rumors that might be caused by Liu Feng's sole garrison in Chang'an would also affect the process of pacifying Yongliang.

therefore.

After comprehensive consideration of various aspects, Liu Feng came up with the overall plan of "Liu Bei will stay in Chang'an, Zhuge Liang will govern Yongliang, Crown Prince Jiangling will govern the country, and Liu Feng will promote military power in Yongliang."

Anyway, this was not the first time Liu Chan served as regent, so he was familiar with the process.

Letting Liu Chan serve as regent and Liu Bei and Liu Feng stay in Chang'an together can also calm people's hearts.

No matter how you look at it, the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.

Liu Chan, who was standing by, was also stunned: Am I going to be the regent again?
I was shocked.

Liu Bei lowered his head and thought carefully about Liu Feng's plan.

Although Liu Feng's reasons were not very sufficient, they also provided Liu Bei with a new idea.

"This is a serious matter. I have to discuss it with the Prime Minister and the Minister of Chancellery."

Liu Bei did not give an immediate reply.

Liu Feng's plan was contrary to Liu Bei's original idea.

Originally, Liu Feng was supposed to be stationed in Chang'an, but after many twists and turns, Liu Bei ended up having to be stationed in Chang'an himself.

Liu Feng laughed and said, "Military and national affairs must be discussed with the Prime Minister and the Shangshu Ling. Father can also write to the general and ask for his opinion. The general is from Hedong, so he may have a chance to return to his hometown."

Liu Bei glared at Liu Feng again.

One prime minister is not enough, even the general wants to stay in Chang'an?
(End of this chapter)