Five years was neither long nor short, but it was enough for the nine-year-old Han Gang to grow into a fourteen-year-old youth. His short and thin body had become tall and fit under the polishing of these five years. His well-defined muscles, in particular, brought out a unique masculinity of a youth.
Just by looking at his appearance, Han Gang was already quite handsome. In addition to Zhuge Liang and Huang Yueying's five years of careful teaching, Han Gang now had an extraordinary temperament. His elegance revealed the calmness of calm water. Although that was the case, it did not cause people to have the slightest thought of underestimating him. Unmoving like a mountain, moving like thunder was probably the best way to describe Han Gang!
The same five years did not only affect Han Gang, but Zhuge Liang was now at the prime of his life. The age of twenty-seven was not only a good age for modern people, but also in ancient times when people would get married at the age of fifteen or six. It was also a high-spirited age. Because of this, Han Gang's doubts were also born.
"In history, Master was in his twenties when he left the mountain, right? How come Liu Bei had not visited the thatched cottage three times when he was almost thirty?”
With doubts in his heart, he was naturally a little absent-minded. At this moment, he heard a few consecutive summons," Gang 'er! Gang 'er!"
The one who spoke was none other than Han Gang's master, Zhuge Liang. The two of them were currently using their spare time to play chess. Zhuge Liang had just made a brilliant move, and Han Gang had started to think hard about countermeasures. No one knew where his thoughts had drifted to. Zhuge Liang could still see that Han Gang was not focused on playing chess.
Han Gang, who had been summoned back to his senses by Zhuge Liang, smiled apologetically. He didn't voice the doubts in his heart but changed the topic,""May I know when Master will return from this trip? Master's wife, Brother Zhan has also returned to his mother's home, leaving only me and the three brothers at home. If there's anything urgent, how should we deal with it?”
Hearing Han Gang's question, Zhuge Liang looked at his beloved disciple and said with a smile,""What kind of emergency can there be in this forest? If it really happens, with your temperament, it's enough to deal with it. I can travel with ease! Haha!"
Zhuge Liang's words made Han Gang smile bitterly, but he did not say anything. After five years of being together, Han Gang naturally had some understanding of his master's character. It was fine if his master did not make a decision, but once he made a decision, he would definitely carry it out decisively. Of course, the details were also carefully considered.
Since his master had already said that, Han Gang couldn't say anything. However, at this moment, Zhuge Liang changed the topic and asked with a questioning tone,""Gang 'er! I've been looking at you uneasily recently. Is there something on your mind? Why don't you tell me, how about I plan something for you before I leave?”
These words of concern were quite sincere. Han Gang had no parents and was alone. He only had one master. Master!" First, it was the teacher, then the father. Zhuge Liang was willing to take Han Gang as his disciple, which meant that he was ready to be the elder and father.
Now that Han Gang's thoughts were so obedient, how could it not make him worry? However, how was Han Gang supposed to answer this? Should he answer Zhuge Liang,"I'm thinking about when to leave the mountain for you?"”Obviously, Han Gang would not do such a stupid thing.
Looking at his master's concerned gaze, Han Gang pondered for a moment before an idea came to him. He replied expectantly,"I've made Master worry. It's my fault! Actually, the reason why I'm often absent-minded is because I've heard of a weapon. I just don't know if I can forge it!”
Han Gang's expectation was not fake, but Zhuge Liang still felt that his beloved disciple did not tell him the true thoughts in his heart. However, he did not force him to ask anything. He had watched his disciple grow up, so he naturally understood his disciple's character. His beloved disciple was good at everything else, whether it was his character, temperament, or intelligence. However, his perseverance was the only thing that gave him a headache. He did not intend to tell such a child. Even if he was tortured, he would not be able to say a word.
After thinking this through, Zhuge Liang didn't intend to continue asking this question. He smiled and asked,""Oh? What weapon? Tell me about it."
Hearing his master's question, Han Gang told him the structure of the special dagger that he used in his previous life with a glimmer of hope. He thought that his master would have some general knowledge of tool making after hearing and seeing it from his master's wife, Huang Yueying.
After Han Gang finished speaking, Zhuge Liang was stunned. He asked Han Gang doubtfully,""Gang 'er! You've been by my side since you were nine years old. When did you hear of such a strange weapon? Why didn't I know?"
Han Gang had also guessed his master's question, but he could not care about anything else as he calmly replied,"A few days ago, when I was out hunting, I met an old man in a forest. That's what the old man asked me."
This impromptu lie was not worth pondering, but Han Gang had no other choice. He had always missed the "Dragon Dagger" that he had in his previous life. If he was not afraid of arousing Zhuge Liang's suspicion, he might have asked a few years ago. It was precisely because of this that Han Gang asked today.
Zhuge Liang was already twenty-seven years old. He could be invited out of the mountain by Liu Bei at any time. When he went to war with the army, he did not have a suitable weapon. He still felt uncertain. Firearms were impossible. He could only try the "Dragon Dagger". In this way, he naturally did not care about his master's suspicion.
How could such clumsy perfunctory words escape Zhuge Liang's eyes? Zhuge Liang's face darkened as he stared at Han Gang sternly.
Seemingly having sensed something, Han Gang felt uneasy in the face of his master's unprecedented attitude. However, despite this, Han Gang did not intend to say anything.
The master and disciple were silent for a while before Zhuge Liang asked calmly,""If I ask you who that uncle is and where he went, will you answer me that you don't know him and that he disappeared after asking you?”
His Master's words were calm. Although he used a questioning tone, there was a hint of affirmation. From this, it could be seen that Zhuge Liang had completely guessed what Han Gang was going to say next.
Hearing this, Han Gang didn't say anything. He just remained silent and didn't say a word. He had a stubborn look on his face.
After a while, Zhuge Liang's serious expression suddenly turned into a bitter smile. He sighed and said,"Mister Shui Jing has always warned me that you are different from ordinary people and cannot be judged by common sense. At first, I thought that he only admired you, but now I really understand the meaning behind his words. Gang 'er! Since you don't want to say it, I can't say anything. I only know a little about the weapon you mentioned, but it's not as exquisite as your master's wife's. You can go to the Huang family to ask for advice in the future.”
Zhuge Liang's words were calm, but Han Gang still felt something and asked thoughtfully,""Go to Master's wife's house? Could it be that Master's wife isn't returning to the thatched cottage?"
As soon as Han Gang spoke, Zhuge Liang's eyes lit up. He looked at Han Gang, who seemed to have guessed something, and said with relief,"Gang 'er! Your ability to see through speech is very astute. Why don't I test you before I leave? I'm about to pack up and travel the world.”
This sudden examination stunned Han Gang. Then, he quickly said,"Please tell me, Master."
As soon as he said this, Zhuge Liang didn't delay and smiled,""You should know Xu Yuanzhi's personality a little. Once he meets a wise master who is in love with him, he will sacrifice his life to serve him. A month ago, I received a letter from Xu Yuanzhi. It recorded his past in the past few years. First, he killed people for his friends, then he fled the world, until a month and a half ago, he joined Imperial Uncle Liu's camp.”
As Zhuge Liang's words fell, Han Gang finally let go of the feeling of not having any decline in the past few days. The process of history continued without the slightest deviation. If it were people of this era, they might feel confused by Zhuge Liang's words. However, Han Gang was different. He clearly knew this story.
However, Han Gang was obviously not stupid enough to say the result directly. Han Gang first pretended to think hard, then asked in puzzlement,"Master! Mr. Xu killed people and fled to the world? He couldn't possibly bring his family along, right? Sigh! When Mr. Xu left this place, it was because he had traveled for many years and missed his mother, right? Mister Xu's hometown was not far from Xuchang, but it gave Cao Cao a chance to use it!”
Zhuge Liang was also surprised by Han Gang's words. However, after taking a closer look at Han Gang's eyes, he opened his mouth and scolded,""You brat! Could it be that he had been thinking about this matter for the past few days? It's not strange that Yuanzhi sent a letter to me alone. Brother Meng and Brother Shi also sent a letter to me. It's not strange that you heard about it. However, you obviously understood it, but you pretended to be stupid.”
From these words, it could be seen that Zhuge Liang's senses were sharp and his thoughts were quick and agile. Just from the relieved look in Han Gang's eyes and the current situation, it was possible to guess most of Han Gang's thoughts. He was indeed worthy of his reputation of being wise.
Looking at the embarrassed Han Gang, Zhuge Liang smiled and stood up, saying softly,""I've been dragging things out with you for so long. I'm sure the outsiders are getting anxious. I'll go on a trip now. You have to study hard at home and train your body more. If a noble person comes to visit, don't be rude. Everything will wait for the day I return.”
Without waiting for Han Gang's reply, he gave the latter an unfathomable look and strode away.
Zhuge Liang didn't care, but how could Han Gang forget his etiquette? Now that his mind was set, Han Gang quickly followed him and went to send off his master who was about to travel.
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