My game can make money starting from the Three Kingdoms period.

Lu Congshan and Lu Congtian followed Liu Bei down the mountain.

If Liu Bei and his two companions wanted to return to Xinye, they could hitch a ride.

"I've come twice, and I haven't even seen them!"

Zhang Fei was furious.

Although the usually composed Guan Yu did not say it, his dissatisfaction was evident.

They had fought for many years and were skilled in martial arts. It was difficult for them to even see a simple villager.

Then I realized that Zhuge Liang was as arrogant and unruly as rumored, but arrogance taken too far is simply presumptuousness!

"Young friend, is there any way we can see the master again?"

"Of course..." Lu Congtian was about to speak when his younger brother interrupted him.

Lu Congshan cupped his hands and said, "Sir, you have a plan, and you instructed me to convey it to Lord Xuande."

Then, Lu Congshan told Liu Bei everything about the Longzhong Plan.

Lu Congtian was puzzled. Wasn't this the stepping stone that the teacher had given them? Why were they giving it away for nothing?

Upon hearing the countermeasure, Liu Bei remained stunned for a long time.

"Lord Xuande, if this plan is followed, hegemony can be achieved, and the Han dynasty can be restored. Please return to Xinye immediately and carry out the plan accordingly."

Zhang Fei was already impatient. "Brother, the plan is complete. Let's go back! My sister-in-law is about to give birth, so we shouldn't linger."

Guan Yu also intended to return quickly.

No matter what, he was the Marquis of Hanshou, a title bestowed by the imperial court. Being turned away by a villager was already a huge loss of face for him.

Liu Bei raised his hand in response, then clasped his hands in a fist salute to Lu Congshan, saying, "Thank you for your frankness, young friend. However, I am of limited wisdom and skill, and what I seek is not just a single plan or strategy. Before even meeting you, sir, you have already offered me a plan for becoming a king or hegemon. How can such a talent be kept hidden away in the mountains and forests?"

"I hope you can help me see the master again so I can thank him in person! Even if he refuses me again, I will have no regrets."

Lu Congshan clasped his hands in response, "In that case, I will think of a way."

Lu Congtian also realized what was happening, and Lu Congshan directly told Liu Bei the countermeasures, which undoubtedly helped Zhuge Liang demonstrate his talent.

Liu Bei was already reluctant to leave, but after Lu Congshan's words, how could Liu Bei let go of this great talent?

Moreover, this incident made the two brothers see things clearly.

Liu Bei was truly eager to find talented people and was persistent in his efforts.

The person our ancestors showed us is truly extraordinary! We must follow him even at the cost of our lives!

Several days later

At the foot of Xian Mountain

Mianshui

On Yuliang Island

Zhuge Liang rode to Pang Degong's residence and accepted his invitation to travel.

But then they saw the Lu brothers, Lu Congtian and Lu Congtian, already waiting on the path in Shangzhou.

Upon seeing the two brothers, Zhuge Liang immediately knew what was going on.

Lu Congshan, with his sharp eyes, took the reins and said, "Greetings, sir."

"Sir, we..."

Zhuge Liang dismounted and tossed the package to Lu Congtian, saying, "No need for further explanation, I understand."

The two brothers hesitated to act, waiting for Zhuge Liang to reprimand them.

Zhuge Liang stopped and turned back. "Let's go. How can we keep our guests waiting?"

"Yes, sir!"

The two were overjoyed.

Since Zhuge Liang has already told them to go home, they cannot easily return to their thatched cottages.

They couldn't very well go against Zhuge Liang's nature.

Furthermore, Liu Bei, Guan Yu, and Zhang Fei should not be brought in, as this would be counterproductive.

So the two men brought the three brothers to Pang Degong's residence ahead of time, to wait for Zhuge Liang.

At this moment, Liu Bei was having a pleasant conversation with Pang Degong and was waiting for Zhuge Liang to arrive.

Liu Bei turned his head and saw a man holding a fan walking gracefully towards him on the country road.

Liu Bei suddenly stood up, and at a glance, he knew that this person must be the Crouching Dragon whom he had been unable to meet twice! For some reason, Liu Bei had a feeling that things were going well!

"Haha, Kongming has arrived. Lord Xuande, let me introduce you." The host arranged the meeting.

Although Pang Degong was a renowned scholar, he lived a simple life and had no surplus wealth.

The simple home already felt somewhat cramped.

Zhuge Liang entered, holding a feather fan, and bowed to each person in turn.

Liu Bei suddenly replied, "Greetings, Mr. Crouching Dragon."

"My lord, please."

The first thing Liu Bei did was not to sit down, but to give Guan Yu and Zhang Fei a look.

The two men tactfully left the thatched hut and went to keep the Lu brothers company.

Pang Degong said, "Yesterday, Lord Xuande came to my house, and we talked for a whole night. I know why you have traveled so far to visit me several times. Kongming, I have known you for a long time and understand your ambitions. Although you are currently outnumbered, isn't this the perfect time for me to make my mark?"

Zhuge Liang laughed and replied, "I am but a humble countryman; how could I possibly catch the eye of a general like myself?"

Liu Bei repeatedly declined, saying politely, "Sir, you are mistaken. The Han Dynasty is in decline, treacherous officials have usurped power, and our emperor is in distress. I, without considering my own virtue and abilities, wish to uphold righteousness throughout the land, but my wisdom and strategies are insufficient. I heard of your Longzhong Plan and was astonished! I am unworthy, but I humbly request that you come out of seclusion and assist me!"

With Pound acting as an intermediary, both sides seem inclined to take advantage of the situation.

Instead of immediately agreeing, Zhuge Liang discussed the details of the Longzhong Plan with Liu Bei.

Before we knew it, it was already dark.

"Brother! It's getting late!"

Zhang Fei's shout interrupted everyone.

Liu Bei awoke with a start, then rose again. He first thanked his host for his hospitality, then clasped his hands in a fist salute to Zhuge Liang, saying, "Hearing your words, sir, is like basking in a spring breeze. I beg you again, sir, to come down from the mountains and assist me in saving the people of the world!"

Then came the act of kneeling and kowtowing, disregarding their status.

This greatly surprised Pang Degong.

Liu Bei held the rank of Left General and was the Marquis of Yicheng.

Although Zhuge Liang was born into the Langya Zhuge clan, after the death of his father Zhuge Xuan, no one from the Zhuge clan held a high-ranking position in the court.

It can be said that Zhuge Liang at this time was a fallen nobleman.

How can I accept the kneeling of a general of the highest rank?

Zhuge Liang was stunned for a long time before finally making up his mind to help him, saying, "For the sake of your ambition, General, I am willing to serve you with utmost loyalty..."

……

"Are you two happy now?"

On the boat back to Xinye, Zhuge Liang's voice came, startling the two brothers so much that they buried their heads in their hands.

"We cannot bear to see Mr. Ming's talent remain hidden."

"We want to stay with Mr. [the man] forever."

Now that things had come to this, Zhuge Liang no longer cared. "That's enough. From now on, don't act on your own initiative. You must obey my orders."

"Yes, sir!" the two replied in unison.

The ancestral instructions have finally been fulfilled!

Thanks to Zhuge Liang, the two brothers successfully joined Liu Bei's group.

Otherwise, for commoners like them, let alone speaking to Liu Bei, even seeing him would be as difficult as climbing to heaven!

They were still Zhuge Liang's attendants and did not hold any actual official positions.

Even Zhuge Liang was only a military advisor and commander.

Because Liu Bei's official rank was not high enough to qualify him to establish his own government, this was the only official position he could offer Zhuge Liang.

Back to Xinye

The two brothers immediately rushed home to visit their mother.

"Squeak~"

When the door opened, the two brothers were covered in dust.

The two looked at each other, a bad feeling suddenly rising within them.

I hurriedly went inside, where it was already covered in dust and cobwebs.

"Where is Mother?"

"Let's go find Brother Bo Miao!"

They hurriedly knocked on Deng Zhi's door.

"Huh? Lu Tian and Lu Shan? You've grown so much?" Deng Zhi's eyes showed surprise; he recognized his old friend whom he hadn't seen for several years at a glance.

"Brother Bo Miao! Where is our mother?"

Deng Zhi paused, then said regretfully, "Please accept my condolences. It has been three years since your passing."

"What?! Why didn't my elder brother write to inform us?!"

"It was Madam. Before she died, she held my hand tightly and said that she couldn't let you come back early."

The two brothers' eyes were red with tears. They were filled with self-blame and regret.

My mother is seriously ill, but I, as her son, cannot be by her bedside to fulfill my filial duty. I am truly unworthy of being a son!

"She left you a message..."