In front of the Xuzhou Provincial Governor's Office, a white-haired man was hesitating. Behind him was a thin young man with a sallow face and an old woman. She seemed to be middle-aged, but she held the young man's hand tightly and stared at his sallow face, as if she was afraid that she would lose him if she let go. The man looked back at the woman and the young man. He gritted his teeth and walked towards the front door of the government office. These people had been standing here for a while, and the soldiers had already noticed them. However, due to their duties, they could not leave their posts without permission. Moreover, Liu Bei's reputation of loving his people like his own children was very resounding. Even if they borrowed the courage of these soldiers, they did not dare to go up and scold him. Seeing the old man walking straight towards the front of the government office, the soldier guarding the door hurriedly stopped him and asked,""Old man, this is the Provincial Governor's Office. Is there anything you need?”The white-haired man cupped his fists and said,"Please report to Lord Envoy that Nanyang Huang Zhong has come to pay his respects.”The soldier was stunned for a moment before he understood. This was not an ordinary commoner. Perhaps someone with ability had come to serve him. Thinking of this, he became even more respectful."Elder, please wait a moment. I'll go and report it now.”After saying that, he instructed the other soldiers to guard the door and went inside to report.
In the hall, Liu Bei was in a good mood. Ever since the movable type printing was implemented, his reputation had immediately risen to a higher level. There were often various scholars who came to pay their respects. Although not many were willing to stay and work for him, his situation was much better than before. The person in the hall was not only famous but also an old friend. He was Chen Qun and Chen Changwen. The conversation between the two grew more and more congenial. Chen Qun also revealed his willingness to serve under Liu Bei. Jian Yong, Sun Qian, Guan Yu, and Zhang Fei also accompanied him. At this moment, a soldier came to report,"Sir, Huang Zhong of Nanyang has come to see you."”Liu Bei and Chen Qun were chatting happily when he heard this. He was slightly taken aback and immediately recalled the prescription that Yang Lei had offered half a year ago. He couldn't help but look at everyone and smile,"I have gained another general today. Everyone, please follow me to welcome the general that Yang Yuting called Lianpo.”"Oh?" Chen Qun felt a little strange, but because he had just arrived, he didn't ask. On the other side, Second Master Guan opened his phoenix eyes slightly and said nothing. Zhang Fei was impatient, but he laughed out loud and said,"I heard from Yang Yuting that Huang Hansheng's martial arts are outstanding and his archery skills are unparalleled.”When Liu Bei heard this, his face darkened and he said,""Third Brother, don't be rude." Thousands of thoughts ran through his mind. The development of Xuzhou in the past year has the shadow of Yang Lei and Yang Yuting. Are you sent by heaven to help me support the Han Dynasty?
Huang Zhong was waiting at the entrance of the government office. He was also anxious. He wanted to thank Liu Bei for saving his son. When his son recovered, he came to Xuzhou to pay his respects. However, he had no strong points. The only chance to repay Liu Bei's kindness was to serve in Xuzhou. Although Liu Bei was famous for his benevolence and righteousness, his two sworn brothers were also famous brave generals. Would Liu Bei take a fancy to an old man who was close to his destiny? His heart was filled with apprehension. He looked at his only son, Huang Xu, and then at his wife. A trace of gentleness flashed across his weathered face. For his wife and children, he would fight again. At this moment, a group of people walked out of the government office. The guard looked at them and hurriedly said to Huang Zhong,"Lord Envoy has personally come to welcome you.”Huang Zhong was stunned. His first thought was how could this be possible? Although he was confident in his own strength, he did not believe that his reputation would be so great that Liu Bei would personally welcome him. The second thought was that his son's illness was cured by Liu Bei's people who sent him thousands of miles away. Presumably, he had already placed him in his heart. Huang Zhong was about to kneel down when he thought of this. Liu Bei would not give him the chance, even though his first impression of him was a little miserable. There was no other way. Huang Zhong himself was from a poor family. In addition to his son's illness, even if he had some military pay in the Jingzhou army, he had also spent it. If Liu Pan had not given him money to travel, he did not know how he would have come to Xuzhou. Although Liu Pan was dissatisfied with his elder brother wanting to seek refuge with Liu Bei, he had no choice. He had to repay his kindness and could not let him not go. Moreover, his elder brother was indeed not valued in Jingzhou. Even Liu Pan himself, as Liu Biao's son, was only a deputy general.
When Liu Bei saw Huang Zhong was about to bow, he hurriedly held him up.""General, you don't have to do this. I have been waiting for you for a long time. How is your son?”Huang Zhong hurriedly replied,""Lord Envoy. I thank you for saving my son's life. I am willing to follow you from now on and never abandon you.”He turned around and said,"Xu 'er, why haven't you come to pay your respects to the Lord?"”The young man hurried forward and bowed.”The woman also bowed. Liu Bei hurriedly invited the two of them to stand up and invited Huang Zhong's family of three in. At this moment, the soldiers guarding the door were sweating profusely. They whispered," Fortunately, our brothers had a good attitude just now. Otherwise..." Everyone nodded in agreement.
In the military camp outside Xu Prefecture, on the drill ground. There were two generals fighting in the field, one saber and one spear, two horses circling around, fighting to their heart's content. Liu Bei looked on happily from the stage and turned to Guan Yu beside him,""Second brother, Huang Hansheng was able to fight evenly with third brother. His martial arts skills are indeed extraordinary. Yuting called him Lianpo. You're not lying." Guan Yu opened his phoenix eyes slightly and replied,""Big brother. Huang Hansheng and his three younger brothers are equal in martial arts, but if they continue to fight like this, I'm afraid they will lose something. Why don't we separate the two of them?”When Liu Bei heard this, he smiled and said,"Second brother, you must be excited to see the prey." However, Hansheng will also be under the tent from now on, so there is no need to rush Second Brother.”"You're right, Big Brother." Guan Yu nodded.”Seeing this, Liu Bei smiled and said," Second brother, you and third brother are one with me. We are like hands and feet. We cannot be mentioned in the same breath as others.”Only then did Guan Yu smile. Seeing this, Liu Bei ordered the soldiers to sound the gong. When the two people in the field heard it, they put away their weapons. "Old General, you have good skills." Zhang Fei looked at Huang Zhong and said. I heard that the general's archery skills are unparalleled. I wonder if I can show you.”Huang Zhong smiled and stroked his beard."Since the Third General has said so, I dare not disobey. However, the Lord has already sounded the bell, so why don't we wait for another day? How is it?" Zhang Fei looked at the platform and nodded.""Very good." The two of them went home together.
In the hall, Liu Bei was praising Huang Zhong's bravery when a soldier came to report,""My lord. Lieutenant Yang has a letter." "Oh, quickly present it." Everyone in the hall looked at the thin letter in Liu Bei's hand. Liu Bei opened it and read it. The emperor said: My lord, it has been a year since Lei trained in Jiuli Mountain last year. Now that the stronghold has been established and the army has been formed, I hope that my lord will choose a general to guard this place. Now that Lei Shu has been completed, I want to build an academy with Yunlong Mountain, called Yunlong Academy. The lord should be the chief of the mountain, and Lei recommended himself as a teacher. The lord can send the sons of the lords to study in the academy, and can also send meritorious scholars to study in the academy. The lord can also invite scholars to study in the palace. However, there are laws in the country and rules in the family. Therefore, Wang Lei believed that scholars who entered the school to study could go in and out at will, but the sons of princes and meritorious soldiers who entered the school to study could not be sent out unless they were qualified. As for the specifics, I will wait for Lei to come up with the various rules and regulations before asking my lord to consider it. The thunder kowtowed. Liu Bei read the letter and pondered for a moment before ordering someone to read it out. Everyone present fell into deep thought after hearing it. After a long time, Chen Qun said,"My Lord." Where is the book written by Yang Yuting? I wonder if you can take a look?" Everyone nodded. Liu Bei shook his head." The book is still in the hands of Jiuli Mountain's Yuting. It is not here yet." However, I think that the establishment of academies and the development of people's wisdom are beneficial to the national economy and the people's livelihood. Moreover, the children of meritorious soldiers should be properly arranged, which can further stimulate the morale of our army. So I think his plan is very good. However, I think your children should be in the same class as scholars and can go in and out freely to study. What do you think?" "My lord is right." Everyone answered. After all, no one knew what Yang Lei was up to. If he made a rule that prevented his children from becoming teachers, wouldn't that be embarrassing?
"My Lord, Yuting is busy preparing for the Yun Long Academy. Who is guarding the Nine Mile Mountain?”Mi Zhu asked. Hearing this, everyone couldn't help but roll their eyes. That was the stronghold that Yang Lei had been managing for more than a year. Not to mention the lieutenant, even the three generals and General Guan were eyeing this position. Could it be that you want your brother Mi Fangzi Fang to guard it? As soon as Mi Zhu finished speaking, he felt that something was wrong. He immediately reacted and scolded himself. He was worried about his younger brother and became hot-headed. He looked at Liu Bei nervously. Liu Bei looked at everyone and saw that they were all looking at him with eager eyes. He said,""Second brother still has to guard Xu Prefecture and cannot leave easily. His third brother was too hot-tempered and loved good wine, so he couldn't guard it alone. Oh, Hansheng, I order you to be the commandant. You will lead the Jiuli Mountain camp and guard the northwest of Xuzhou. How is it?" Huang Zhong was listening in when Liu Bei suddenly called his name. He was stunned for a moment before he reacted. "I will not disappoint you, my lord."”Her words were a little choked. It couldn't be helped. After suffering so much in the Jing State, he had become a general with a large army in his hands not long after arriving here. Anyone would have this feeling. Moreover, the lord in front of him was his son's savior.
In the stronghold of Nine Mile Mountain, Yang Lei welcomed his successor, Huang Zhong, and Zhang Fei, who was accompanying him. After greeting him, he came to the war room. Huang Zhong looked at the sand table in front of him and then at the young general in front of him. He was a little speechless. Seeing this, Zhang Fei laughed. Yuting has always been cautious. Come and take a look. Jiuli Mountain guarded the northwest of Xuzhou. Since ancient times, it had been a battleground for military strategists. This stronghold could resist Cao Cao, keep an eye on Lu Bu, and assist Xuzhou. So big brother gave this place to you, not me, Old Zhang, because he was afraid that I would drink and mess up.”Huang Zhong looked at the detailed sand table and could not help but sigh."With this in hand, Zhong will be safe.”"Of course. Is there anything bad about Yuting's cooking?" Zhang Fei laughed.”He was very proud of himself. "Commandant Huang, I'll leave the Nine Mile Mountain stronghold to you." Yang Lei laughed.”"It's my duty to share the lord's worries," Huang Zhong said seriously. Don't worry, Commandant Yang." Yang Lei smiled. After the handover was completed, Yang Lei followed Zhang Fei back to Xu Prefecture. From then on, he officially stepped into the center of Liu Bei's army.
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