The Three Kingdoms: My Wife is a Great and Good Teacher

"By the way, I haven't asked you what your name is yet." Liu Bei apologized, "I have been thinking about visiting the major noble families in Pingyuan County, and I didn't have time to inform you and ask for your name in advance. I am really ashamed."

"It's okay, it's okay. The Ming court also said that it's because they are working hard to help the people." Liu Zhaoqing smiled and introduced himself.

"Liu Zhaoqing is from Julu, Hebei. Five years ago, there was a great turmoil, and he fled to Pingyuan County with his wife and maids. Then he settled down and opened a variety show to survive until now."

"Huh? Is your surname Liu too?" Zhang Fei asked in surprise.

"Yes, but I'm not a clan member, just an ordinary commoner." Liu Zhaoqing said with a smile.

"It's okay, I am the same." Zhang Fei said generously, "Don't worry, my sister won't look down on you just because you are a commoner."

"Then I feel relieved." Liu Zhaoqing said with a smile; "A hero should not be asked about his origins. A man should be self-reliant. I understand this principle."

Liu Bei's eyes lit up slightly and he praised: "What a good saying, 'A hero should not ask where he came from, a man should be self-reliant'."

"If everyone in the world had Zhao Qing's ambition, the Han Dynasty would surely be able to revive again."

"Your Highness, your words are too polite. I have neither martial arts nor strategy, nor any gift from heaven. I am just a drop in the ocean." Liu Zhaoqing waved his hand modestly.

"There are many outstanding people in the Han Dynasty, and there are countless people who have the same ambition as me. However, facing the world today, I feel that even if there are countless of me... it would be like an ant trying to shake a tree, and it would be useless."

Zhang Fei was scratching his head when he heard this: "What vegetarian? What clothes? What chicken?"

But Liu Bei's eyes brightened again.

The accomplishment and talent revealed in just a few words simply rushed into her heart.

Could it be that she was blessed with great fortune and met a great talent in Pingyuan County? !

Chapter 13 Zhao Qing Gives Good Advice

Liu Zhaoqing noticed the changes in Liu Bei's expression and a smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.

The first great man she met was actually Liu Bei, and a female version of him. So of course Liu Zhaoqing had to give her some literary shock from later generations.

According to the correct history in my memory, Liu Bei became the magistrate of Pingyuan County a few years later, and he was not recommended by Liu Yu, but by Gongsun Zan.

Although the time was advanced a little and there were some changes in the process, fortunately the result was not off the mark.

It is unlikely that Liu Bei, who has Guan and Zhang under his control, would prostrate himself and swear allegiance just because of his "kingly and domineering spirit".

However, if Liu Zhaoqing could establish a strong relationship with this future overlord, it would be of great benefit to his future.

Even if he could not return home, Liu Zhaoqing was very satisfied as long as he had a close friendship with him, and he also took the initiative to move in this direction.

As a relative of the Han royal family, Liu Bei has great righteousness in his heart and is not just a crybaby as he appears to be. From a historical perspective, his strategic vision is also very long-term.

As long as Liu Zhaoqing talks a little in this direction, it will definitely arouse Liu Bei's interest, and the two will become good friends.

This will also provide an extra layer of protection for the future of my family.

Liu Bei calmed down and looked directly at Liu Zhaoqing, "Today, the world is still Han territory. The court suppressed the Jiazi rebellion with ease, and the provincial governors in various places also responded to the imperial power."

"As for the outstanding people, there are great scholars such as Cai Yong and Lu Zhi in the court, and two good generals Zhu Jun and Huangfu Song in the military. In the north, there is Lord Bo'an guarding the border and the northern barbarians are subservient to him."

"Why does Zhao Qing lament that it is useless to try to shake a tree like an ant?"

"Ugh."

Liu Zhaoqing sighed but didn't answer.

"If the Ming court thinks so, then it should be so."

"I hope you will be willing to help me solve my doubts." Liu Bei bowed and said sincerely, even changing the address to the more intimate "Qing".

"Some things are hard to say..."

Before Liu Zhaoqing finished speaking, Zhang Fei became impatient.

"What are you afraid of? Just tell me what you want to say. There are only three of us here. If anyone dares to tell others what you said, Grandma Fei will be the first one to chop him up for you!"

"Haha, I feel relieved after hearing what General Fei said." Liu Zhaoqing smiled.

Flying General? Zhang Fei was immediately happy. She liked this title.

Liu Zhaoqing then looked at Liu Bei with a serious expression: "Does the Ming court really think that the Han Dynasty is still prosperous now?"

"Prosperous... not really." Liu Bei said, "But not as hopeless as you said."

Liu Zhaoqing said, "Listen to me."

"Who does the Ming court think is ruling the world today?"

"Of course it's the Han family." Liu Bei bowed towards Luoyang.

Liu Zhaoqing shook his head: "No."

When these words were spoken, Liu Bei and Zhang Fei were both stunned.

"Damn it! How dare you say that!" Although Zhang Fei had a bad temper and was not particular about details, he also knew what words would get him beheaded.

I quickly closed the window and looked outside the door.

"General Fei, don't worry. I built this building." Liu Zhaoqing said, "I have ordered that no one is allowed to come up to the surrounding area of ​​this private room."

"Why do you say such nonsense?" Liu Bei asked, "If the world is not ruled by the emperor, then whose world is the Han Dynasty?"

Liu Zhaoqing dipped his fingers in tea and wrote a word on the wooden table.

"what?"

"He Jin?" Liu Bei was surprised.

"How can a great general who suppresses the rebels and fights against the rebellion be a usurper?"

Liu Zhaoqing shook his head. "Although He Jin was ordered to help Your Majesty suppress the Jiazi bandits and was appointed a general, he relied on Empress He and his own authority to bully others in the palace, burning, killing, looting, and raping the harem. He is a traitor."

Liu Bei was silent for a moment, then nodded: "I know He Jin's tyranny, but I am in a weak position and cannot serve the king..."

After saying this, Liu Bei looked at Liu Zhaoqing and his expression became calm. If this was all Liu Zhaoqing saw, it would be a bit disappointing for her.

"Do you think that getting rid of this villain will restore the prosperity of the Han Dynasty?"

"The Ming court misunderstood." Liu Zhaoqing shook his head and wrote a few words on the table, "He is not the only thief."

"Ten, Liu..." Liu Bei read out the two words on the table.

"Could this 'ten' refer to..." Liu Bei asked.

"The Ten Eunuchs," Liu Zhaoqing said, "The imperial relatives and the eunuch party are two abscesses on the body of the divine beast of the Han Dynasty, devouring and absorbing its essence."

"Moreover, these two abscesses will fight with each other for nutrients, destroying the body and mind of the divine beast. If this continues, I think the emperor will be in danger in a few months."

Here, Liu Bei did not think that Liu Zhaoqing was predicting the emperor's death, but was just making a metaphor.

Liu Bei frowned, and after a moment of silence, he asked again: "I can understand the 'he' and 'shi' you mentioned, but this 'Liu'... could it be the emperor?"

Liu Zhaoqing shook his head: "It's the governor of Yizhou, Liu Yan."

"The Han Dynasty is a great nation with a great cause. After Emperor Guangwu revived the country in response to the Mandate of Heaven, the Han Dynasty was filled with outstanding people, and even farmers were as capable as generals in ancient times. Even the Jiazi Rebellion could not overturn the foundation of the Han Dynasty."

"But last year, Liu Yan, then the Minister of Rites, wrote to the court and did something that plunged the entire Han Dynasty into an irreversible abyss."

Liu Bei frowned, and Zhang Fei, who was listening beside him, seemed a little anxious: "What's the matter? Tell me quickly."

Liu Zhaoqing did not keep the secret and said, "Liu Yan suggested that the emperor gradually abolish the system of provincial governors and appoint clan members and important officials as governors instead. This will better resist foreign enemies and prevent rebellions similar to the Jiazi Army from happening again."

"But the governor of a state had military power, and the territory and power he actually controlled were too vast, and his status as a royal family member and important official was difficult for the imperial court to shake. This directly led to the so-called 'governor of a state' actually becoming the de facto 'son of the state'."

"Abolishing Shi and establishing Mu will make it difficult to put the government back on track. Perhaps before long, warlords will divide the country and fight for the divine weapon. At that time, the world will suffer, the people will suffer, and common people like us will be like a leaf in the waves, with an unpredictable fate." Liu Zhaoqing shook his head and sighed.

"Depose Shi and establish Mu." Liu Bei said softly.

"Is it so serious?" Zhang Fei was also shocked. "Then why don't we go and kill Liu Yan?"

"The order has been issued. Killing Liu Yan will have no effect." Liu Zhaoqing shook his head. "Besides, even if we go back to the past and kill Liu Yan in advance, there will always be another Liu Yan who will make such a suggestion."

Zhang Fei frowned when he heard this, unable to think of any good solution.

Liu Bei was silent for a long time before he said, "I originally thought that it was He Jin and the rebels in the court who caused the people to suffer and the world to be in chaos..."

"Now, what you said... has benefited me a lot."

"This is just my personal opinion, and many of the things are just my conjectures. The Ming court doesn't need to take them to heart." Liu Zhaoqing shook his head and said.

Liu Bei nodded subconsciously, then suddenly raised his head and asked, "Then how do you think we can... achieve something in this chaotic world?"

Liu Zhaoqing looked into Liu Bei's expectant eyes, smiled and said something that he would never forget.

"Build high walls, store up food, and slowly become king."

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"Build high walls...store up food...become king slowly..."

"Build high walls...store up food..."

On the streets of Pingyuan County, Liu Bei and Zhang Fei were walking on the side of the road, and Liu Bei kept his head down and recited the same words.

Zhang Fei on the side couldn't bear to listen any more.

"Wow! Big sister, what's wrong with you? You must have said this sentence about eighty times on this road! I can even recite it backwards!"

Chapter 14 My wife drew a purple card

"Sister, eldest sister!"

Zhang Fei shouted twice more, and his loud voice scared the passers-by around him and they ran away. Only then did Liu Bei come to his senses.

"Have we reached the next house?" Liu Bei asked blankly.

"It's still a long way to go." Zhang Fei looked at Liu Bei and frowned. "Sister, are you bewitched by that boy?"

"Third sister, don't talk nonsense. Zhao Qing is a married man."

After Liu Bei finished speaking, he paused for a moment, then sighed slightly, "However, a long conversation with him is better than half a year of hard study for me."

"Is that guy really that powerful?" Zhang Fei raised his eyebrows. She didn't quite believe it.

In her eyes, Liu Zhaoqing was a liar at first, then a liar who was good at talking, and later a good-looking and cultured boy.

"Although he is indeed good at talking, I see that he is weak and doesn't seem to have any divine gift. Can't you see that, big sister?"

Liu Bei nodded: "Of course I can see that, and didn't Zhao Qing say it himself? He is just an ordinary commoner."

"However, although he is not gifted by God, his wisdom is no less than that of a gifted person. In fact, I have never seen such vision and thoughts in others."

"That's true." Zhang Fei also nodded. "The scholars we met in Zhuo County before either only knew how to say nice things or spoke like a lantern riddle, leaving us to guess."

"He is so bold that he dares to say anything. Is he really not afraid that we will report him to the police?"

"Aren't we just 'officials'?" Liu Bei said.

"Ah, yes."

Liu Bei smiled helplessly, then held up his white chin and spoke while walking.

"According to him, his family was poor, he had never been to school, and he had never been taught by a great scholar. Even so, he still had such talent, which was not easy."

"And Yide, you just saw the appearance of his theater and the plays performed by the actors. When I left, I asked the servants and they said that it was all done by the supervisor. The supervisor of the theater was originally a woman. I think... maybe Zhao Qing was afraid of attracting too much attention, so he pushed his own wives and concubines out as a cover."

Zhang Fei nodded repeatedly after hearing this: "I think so too. If it is true as my elder sister said, this kid is very smart but has no ability to save his life, it is reasonable for him to be so cautious and low-key."

"Yes." Liu Bei nodded.

"But he is quite generous." Zhang Fei laughed as he recalled the time when he proposed to Liu Zhaoqing for financial support and Liu Zhaoqing waved his hand.

"We wanted him to pay 5,000 yuan, but he directly raised it to 10,000 yuan. He even said we could ask him for more if it's not enough. This is much more generous than the local nobles in Pingyuan County that we met before."

"Yeah." Liu Bei nodded again.

"Sister, why are you unhappy?" Zhang Fei noticed the change in Liu Bei's mood.

"I just feel sorry that such a great man is not favored by heaven and cannot be recruited under my command."

"Why?" Zhang Fei was confused. "We didn't try to recruit him, and he didn't refuse, did he?"

"He gave me good advice and invested 10,000 yuan when we first met. He was saying that our friendship ended here." Liu Bei shook his head, "He has no intention of joining us."

Zhang Fei didn't quite understand: "Why? Does he look down on us?"

"Of course not. If he looked down on us, he wouldn't be so polite to us. It's just that maybe... there are other reasons?" Liu Bei couldn't figure out why Liu Zhaoqing had that attitude.

"What's the reason? Could it be that he already has a master?" Zhang Fei grinned, "Big sister, just say something, and I will go back and take him back to your house with my second sister."