After Xu Shu said this, he waited for Lan Tian's reaction, because Kong Ming was a little more crazy than the wind musicians, which made him a joke among the local scholars.
There were many literati who looked down upon each other, and only Xu Shu and Cui Jun were his close friends, who recognized that Kong Ming had talent comparable to that of wind musicians.
Lan Tian cooked the meat calmly, not feeling anything wrong at all, as if Xu Shu was describing an established fact.
Xu Shu couldn't help but secretly praise Lan Tian's magnanimity, and continued: "Kong Mingming has talents in the world. If I go to invite him, he may not be willing to come out. Maybe the lord can come in person..."
"Brother-in-law, he is so thirsty for talents, how can he find it hard to carry a horse? Yuan Zhi can recommend him as soon as possible." Lan Tian said with a smile.
"My lord has given birth to a daughter. She is currently enjoying her family life. How about recommending her after the new year?" Xu Shu asked again.
Lan Tian picked up a piece of mutton, scalded it up and down in the pot a few times, and then said: "The situation in the world is like this mutton. It will change drastically in a short time. Yuan Zhi should do it sooner rather than later."
Xu Shu heard this, so he nodded and said: "Ziyu's wine and meat are excellent, but it's a pity that the three generals are not here, so there is less fun to fight for."
"Haha, when Mr. Kong Ming is invited, I will buy a few more sheep and let's have a good drink. Then we might as well invite the court to join us." Lan Tian raised his glass and said.
Xu Shu also raised his glass and said with a smile: "I just want to borrow Ziyu's mutton to honor my mother."
Mi Zhen gave birth to a daughter, and Xinye's staff prepared gifts and came to Liu Bei's house to congratulate her.
Xu Shu took the opportunity to recommend Zhuge Liang to Liu Bei. After hearing this, Liu Bei said excitedly: "I have heard about Wolong for a long time. I wonder how he compares to Yuan Zhi?"
Xu Shu shook his head and said: "How dare I compare with Kong Ming? This is like a horse comparing to a unicorn, a jackdaw matching a phoenix. This man often compares himself to Guan Zhong and Le Yi, who are the most talented people in the world."
At this time, Guan Yu snorted: "Although I am not talented, I have read "Spring and Autumn". That Guan Zhong helped Duke Huan of Qi to become the overlord, and Le Yi assisted the weak Yan State to capture more than 70 cities in Qi State. Zhuge Liang and these two
Bi, I think he must be a fanatic who exaggerates."
Xu Shu laughed and said: "I think Kong Ming's talent is not only comparable to wind instruments, but also comparable to the other two."
"Which two people?" Liu Bei asked curiously.
"Lu Wang of the Zhou Dynasty, Zhang Liang of the Han Dynasty." Xu Shu said firmly.
There was Sima Hui's recommendation before, and now it was the military advisor Xu Shu's praise. Liu Bei said happily: "Don't you dare bother Yuan Zhi to invite me to meet you."
Xu Shu shook his head and said: "This person cannot be surrendered. I need my lord to find him personally."
"It should be so." Liu Bei tidied up his clothes and was about to set off.
It was almost noon, so Guan Yu advised: "Now that the new year is approaching and the daughter of You is just born, why not wait until spring starts before going to visit her?"
Liu Bei shook his head and said: "Time waits for no one. Second brother, you go and prepare a gift. My three brothers will go with Yuan Zhi."
Seeing this, Xu Shu also advised: "It's getting late today, why don't we set off again tomorrow morning."
"Just what Yuan Zhi said." Liu Bei stood there and paced, so excited that he was even happier than having his daughter.
After Xu Shu returned home, he wrote a letter and rushed to Longzhong, west of Xiangyang, to give a brief introduction to Liu Bei's departure.
Early the next morning, Liu Guan, Zhang and Xu Shu rode lightly to Longzhong.
The four of them took advantage of the excitement and went there. When they arrived, a boy answered the door and said that Zhuge Kongming had gone out and his return date had not yet been determined. Then he closed the firewood door and they didn't even have a drink of water.
"Yuan Zhi, the new year is approaching, where can Mr. Wolong go?" Liu Bei wondered.
"Ahem, Kong Ming has many friends in Xiangyang, and I don't know where they are..." Xu Shu was a little depressed. Could it be because I sent a letter yesterday? I originally wanted you to prepare, but you were not at home.
"Brother, since Wolong's return date has not yet been determined, we might as well return early." Guan Yu reminded.
"Okay, let's come back later." Liu Bei nodded and said.
Lan Tian was a little puzzled when he saw everyone returning empty-handed. He thought that Xu Yuanzhi was traveling with him, so Zhuge Kongming still wanted to take a second look?
During the Chinese New Year, Gan Qian gave birth on a snowy night. Lan Tian thought it was Adou who was born, but it turned out that she was also a daughter.
Later in the year, Liu Bei was going to Wollongong in the snow to show his sincerity in seeking talents. Xu Shu originally wanted to invite Lan Tian to go with him, but he refused because Gan Qian was weak after giving birth and wanted to stay in Xinye to take care of her.
This time Xu Shu did not notify him in advance. Liu Bei finally met Zhuge Liang. The first impression Kong Ming gave him was that he was very young.
Guan Zhang was warming himself by the stove in the corridor, while Liu Bei, Xu Shu, and Zhuge Liang were cooking wine in the thatched cottage and talking about world affairs.
Liu Bei's words revealed that he did not want to capture Liu Biao's Jingzhou, so Zhuge Liang did not bring out the Longzhong Pair.
Zhuge Liang declined Liu Bei's invitation, saying that he was not talented enough to help Liu Bei support the Han Dynasty.
Liu Bei was so humble in seeking talents that Zhang Fei was so angry that he rushed out of the door, picked up a whip and whipped the small tree outside the courtyard.
On the way back, Guan Yu asked: "Could it be that Kong Ming has great ambitions but few talents, so he doesn't want to help?"
Liu Bei lowered his head and said nothing. Xu Shu shook his head and said, "Kong Ming has real talent and knowledge, but I don't know why he declined..."
"Brother, the wind and snow are very serious, why don't you go back early, I want to find Lan Ziyu to eat hotpot mutton." Zhang Fei changed the subject and said.
Xu Shu had eaten mutton-boiled meat last time, and accidentally let it slip, and this delicacy spread.
Xu Shu heard Zhang Fei mention Lantian and said thoughtfully: "Maybe Ziyu has a way."
Liu Bei echoed: "I hope Ziyu can invite Kong Ming, and we can hurry back to Xinye."
"I'll lead the way." Zhang Fei raised his whip and rode, and everyone followed him with smiles.
Lantian was also shocked when he heard the news of Kong Ming's rejection. Does it have to be three times? Or is it that the three-part world pattern has not yet come out?
In March, spring was warm and the flowers were blooming. Lantian was originally going to direct the spring plowing in Dengjiazhuang, but the matter of inviting Kongming to come out was not completed yet, so he went to Wollongong with others.
Seeing Liu Bei coming back with sincerity, Zhuge Liang led everyone into the room to drink tea.
At this time, Guan and Zhang were waiting in the courtyard, while Xu Shu and Lan Tian were kneeling on either side of Liu Bei.
"The general is back, Liang is very honored. This is..." Zhuge Liang pointed to Lantian and asked.
Xu Shu introduced: "This is Lantian, whose name is Ziyu. He is currently working in Xinye for his lord."
Zhuge Liang smiled and said: "Is this Lan Ziyu who has conquered the world? Liang has heard of this name for a long time."
Lan Tian bowed his hands and exchanged greetings with him. Zhuge Liang seemed to talk more than last time. He sometimes talked about ancient and modern times, sometimes talked about the current world, and intentionally or unintentionally asked Lan Tian to express his opinions.
After all, Lan Tian had thousands of years of experience, so his answers were smooth and smooth. Zhuge Liang was amazed when he heard this.
The two of them sang together like a close friend across mountains and rivers, and seemed to be close friends spanning thousands of years.
"Sir, you are a genius in the world, how can you live forever under the forest and springs? Although Bei does not know what he can do to help the Han Dynasty, I hope that you, with the common people in the world in mind, will go out to help." Liu Bei pleaded again.
Zhuge Liang pointed at Lantian, shook his head and sighed: "The general is already a great talent. I think he will be able to rule the world sooner or later. Why do you want to invite Liang, a mountain man?"
Lan Tian understood clearly, if Zhou Yu is born with Yu, why should he be born with Liang? Are you worried that if he is born with Liang, why should he be born with Tian?
He hurriedly held up his hands and said: "Although Lantian has a little wisdom, he has no strategy. I can farm and grow grain for the Lord, but to plan the world, you need a great talent like Mr...."
At this time, Xu Shu also nodded in affirmation, and Zhuge Liang laughed loudly and said: "Yuanzhi boasted that Ziyu has extraordinary temperament. The test just now proved that he is worthy of his reputation. My lord is really a blessed person."
Lord? Liu Bei's head is buzzing.
Lan Tian poked Liu Bei in a daze with his hand. Happiness came too suddenly.
Chapter completed!