Ever since Dian Wei had mastered his martial arts, he had never used his full strength. Even if he killed a tiger, it was only with his bare hands. Dian Wei felt that he would be afraid even if he attacked with his full strength.
"Is Jie trying to harm me?" Zhang Jiao didn't know who Jie had offended. He couldn't even see through Jie's cultivation.
Thinking of this, Zhang Jiao's anger disappeared. He quickly bowed and said,"This poor Daoist Zhang Jiao is here to visit. Please pass on the message to Assistant Minister Tian.”
Dian Wei said in a low voice,"Taoist priest, please wait a moment. I'll inform big brother and Mister Yuan Hao."”
" Er 'Lai, invite Zhang shi in." Liu Bei also wanted to meet the leader of the peasant uprising. What kind of charisma did he have that could motivate so many people?
At this moment, Tian Feng's expression was calm and collected, but in fact, he was extremely shocked. He even pretended as if nothing had happened and raised his cup to drink tea. However, the hand holding the teacup was slightly trembling.
A person's name was like a tree's shadow. Whether in Julu Prefecture or the entire Jizhou, there was a great teacher like Zhang Jiao. Other than the fact that he was a little evil, the network of relationships behind Zhang Jiao was too complicated.
There were countless fanatical believers, the shadows of aristocratic families, and the participation of those in power. If normal people didn't have a choice, they would retreat and Tian Feng was no exception.
Although Tian Feng said it lightly and didn't put Zhang Jiao and the Road of Peace in his eyes, he was actually extremely fearful, especially after Jie's constant harassment.
Tian Feng had even used his family's power, but he couldn't get rid of Jie. Other than the Zhang family, Zhang Jiao also played an important role.
Unless…
Zhang Jiao left Chu Yan behind and walked past Dian Wei. He looked at Liu Bei and Tian Feng and said in surprise,"Assistant Minister Tian, isn't it bad to fight instead of being an official in Luoyang?”
"Zhang shi, you must be joking. Feng is already a commoner, and the so-called assistant minister is just a flower of the past. As for fighting, it was reasonable for the wicked to complain first!？”When Tian Feng faced Zhang Jiao, the worry in his heart disappeared.
People are afraid of being face-to-face, and trees are afraid of being skinned. The fear and danger of the unknown were always more unsettling than what was on the surface. The sharp sword floated in the air, full of power. The slash was flat.
Zhang Jiao admired Tian Feng's calmness and bearing. Zhang Jiao nodded and said,"Regarding the grudge between Assistant Minister Tian and the bad disciple, I have heard of it. The right and wrong are all reasonable. The bad disciple may be wrong, but Assistant Minister Tian may not be completely reasonable.”
"Oh, Zhang shi is here today to question you?”" What?" Tian Feng asked gloomily," Zhang shi, do you think it's legitimate?" Or do you think that I, Tian Feng, am really easy to bully? No matter what, I was bullied and slapped in the face. People will be angry. Tian Feng is a person with a very strong temper. How can he show weakness!
Before Zhang Jiao could speak, Liu Bei said,""Zhang shi, Brother Yuanhao, there's no need to be anxious. Let's sit down and have a cup of tea before we discuss the merits and demerits.”
"May I ask who you are?" Zhang Jiao nodded and sat down.
Liu Bei cupped his hands in salute." I am Liu Bei, Liu Xuande of Zhuo County, Youzhou. I am not worthy of Zhang shi's inquiry."”
"Young master is the disciple of the world-famous Mister Zi Gan, a genius bestowed by the gods. It's a pleasure to meet you, Zhang Jiao!”Hearing this, Zhang Jiao's heart that had been hanging in the air because of Dian Wei relaxed.
Zhang Jiao had heard of Liu Bei's name when he was preaching in Youzhou. After Zhang Jiao's personal investigation, although Liu Bei was Lu Zhi's disciple, was a member of the Han clan, and was rumored to be a genius gifted by the gods, it was not enough to make Zhang Jiao fear him.
"I don't deserve to be called a genius." Liu Bei smiled and said,"How can my dream teaching compare to Zhang shi's personal teaching?"”
Before Zhang Jiao could even sit down, he couldn't remain calm after hearing Liu Bei's words. He glanced at Tian Feng and then at Liu Bei, his eyes filled with a fierce light.
Zhang Jiao was lucky enough to meet Immortal Nanhua and receive the Peace Scripture from him. That was how he turned from a poor scholar into a great teacher.
This was a secret that Zhang Jiao would never tell anyone. Now that Liu Bei had said it, Zhang Jiao felt his mind go blank. Other than the killing intent rising, he was more confused.
However, before Zhang Jiao could think further, he realized that he couldn't move his limbs. Not to mention making a sudden attack, even his life was in the hands of the other party.
Without asking, Zhang Jiao's killing intent was sensed by Dian Wei, who had been eyeing Zhang Jiao covetously. Dian Wei directly locked Zhang Jiao's qi.
It could be said that the number of people who could break free from Dian Wei's Qi lock was less than two hands. Zhang Jiao was definitely not among them. The area within a hundred meters of Dian Wei was his absolute domain.
In other words, if Zhang Jiao did anything to harm Liu Bei, he would be dealt a terrifying blow by Dian Wei. The only difference was whether he was killed or torn into pieces.
Liu Bei waved his hand at Dian Wei and said nonchalantly,""Is Zhang shi trying to silence us? It's not wrong to be careful. Aren't you afraid that Senior Brother Nanhua will find trouble with you?”
After Liu Bei waved his hand, Dian Wei released the lock on Zhang Jiao. Zhang Jiao felt that he was still alive. He couldn't help but wipe the non-existent cold sweat on his forehead and stuttered,"G-Young Master, Young Master Liu, how do you know about my master and what relationship do you have with him?”
The fact that Liu Bei could expose the secret had already thrown Zhang Jiao into chaos. This time, calling him senior brother Nanhua made Zhang Jiao even more confused. Zhang Jiao didn't know anything about his master or his sect.
Actually, it was Immortal Nanhua's fault for taking Zhang Jiao as his disciple and teaching him the Scripture of Peace before leaving without giving Zhang Jiao any instructions.
Liu Bei chuckled and said to Tian Feng,""Brother Yuan Hao, I'm a little hungry. Can I go to the kitchen to urge you?”
Tian Feng nodded, cupped his hands, and left.
Zhang Jiao opened his mouth but didn't say anything. He just took a sip of the hot tea and stared at Tian Feng's back with worry.
"Zhang shi, don't worry. Brother Yuanhao is no ordinary person.”After Tian Feng left, Liu Bei comforted Zhang Jiao.
"Young Master Liu may not know, but I have never told anyone about my teacher.”Zhang Jiao said respectfully,"My teacher has given me a new life."”
"Today, I've encountered a thousand pounds of gold and ten thousand pairs of jade. If you can't learn from a wise teacher, do you know where you can start? If you want to govern the country in a happy and peaceful way, you can't rely on great talents to serve them. How can you govern the country in a short time? There are hundreds of millions of stars, not as bright as a day. It is better to stick to the words of heaven and earth than to have a virtuous person in the country.”Liu Bei looked at Zhang Jiao and chanted softly.
What Liu Bei was talking about was the content of the Scripture of Peace. Zhang Jiao looked at Liu Bei as if he had seen a ghost. He was speechless for a long time.
"Why? Zhang shi should be very familiar with the ? Scripture of Peace ? that Senior Nanhua imparted to you.”"From what I've observed along the way, Zhang shi's comprehension of the 'Scripture of Peace' is quite decent."”
Zhang Jiao struggled and said with difficulty,"Young Master Liu is really Master's junior brother!？This 'Scripture of Peace'…"
"The Scripture of Peace, or the Art of Peace, three volumes, ten volumes, and one hundred and seventy volumes.”Liu Bei teased,"I don't know how many years Senior Nanhua has lived, but he still can't change his playful nature. I really can't do anything about him."”
Liu Bei was indeed trying to trick Zhang Jiao, but he had considered it and wasn't afraid of being exposed.
Firstly, Immortal Nanhua, Zuo Ci, and Yu Ji, who were known as the Three Immortals of Han Wei, did not have a fixed residence and were elusive. Immortal Nanhua was especially mysterious, and no one knew his background.
Putting aside whether Liu Bei would meet Immortal Nanhua or not, even if they were fated to meet, Immortal Nanhua might not care.
Most importantly, what Liu Bei said was true, and it was a secret that Zhang Jiao had never revealed. This was the key. Zhang Jiao had no choice but to believe it.
"Young Master Liu, it's not that I don't trust you, but this is a serious matter.”Zhang Jiao calmed himself down. Even though he believed Liu Bei, he still said carefully,"Does Young Master Liu have a token from his sect?"
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