Wu County is the seat of Wu County and the capital of Wu State.
On this day, a large group of people appeared outside the city gate.
The two carriages were driving slowly, and there were more than a hundred guards surrounding the carriages. The momentum was so great that the people turned their attention.
Among the guards, there are two people who are particularly conspicuous. One of them has a leopard head, ringed eyes, and a burly figure. At first glance, he is a strong man from the north. This person is none other than Zhang Fei's son Zhang Bao. Next to Zhang Bao, there is another person with a slender figure.
, with slightly red cheeks, a pair of red phoenix eyes, and a proud look in his bright eyes. This person is Guan Ping, the eldest son of Guan Yu.
This group of troops was apparently brought out from Xiangyang by Zhuge Liang.
There were two carriages traveling, the first one was ridden by Yi Ji and Zhuge Liang, and the second one was ridden by Liu Bei's pregnant concubine. To this day, Liu Bei's concubine's belly has swollen, and she can clearly see her pregnancy.
Zhuge Liang and Yi Ji were sitting in the same carriage. Yi Ji had a puzzled look on his face and said, "Kong Ming, we came to Wu State to join the Sun family, but after entering Wu County, you were not in a hurry to meet Sun Quan, but instead slowed down on your way.
The speed is so slow, why is that, don’t you submit to the Sun family?”
Zhuge Liang smiled and said, "Mr. Ji Bo, Liang has his own plan."
Yi Ji hurriedly said: "Kong Ming, don't be too pretentious and tell us what you think. We have just arrived in Wu State and have no foundation and no foothold, but you are not panicked at all. Why is this?"
Zhuge Liang straightened his wrinkled sleeves and said wisely: "Mr. Ji Bo, you are a great Confucian from Jingxiang. You are famous and capable, and you are a first-rate talent. When you arrived in Wu State, it was Sun Quan who condescended to condescend to you."
It is in line with your status to invite you in person. If you come to recommend yourself, you may be looked down upon by Sun Quan. It will be better if you wait a little longer."
After a pause, Zhuge Liang continued: "We showed up in Wu County in a big way, and I already had someone reveal the news of our arrival halfway through. Sun Quan will definitely receive us personally after getting the news."
After hearing this, Yiji nodded repeatedly.
This time, he had a better understanding of Zhuge Liang's methods.
Zhuge Liang is obviously superior to Zhuge Liang when it comes to speculation and understanding of people's hearts, and his methods are quite brilliant. Although he is Zhuge Liang's elder, he is far inferior to Zhuge Liang in terms of talent, mind, and skill.
The carriage that was running smoothly shook twice and suddenly stopped.
Zhuge Liang raised his sword eyebrows and said with a smile: "Mr. Ji Bo, the two of us talked about Sun Quan, and Sun Quan came. The person blocking the road outside must be Sun Quan."
"Da da da!"
There was a sound of horse hoofbeats, and Guan Ping rode his horse to Zhuge Liang's carriage and whispered: "Military advisor, Sun Quan, the son of King Wu, led people to the city gate to personally welcome the military advisor into the city."
After Yi Ji heard this, he looked at Zhuge Liang with admiration, and found that he was indeed right.
Zhuge Liang lifted the carriage door curtain and got out of the carriage one after another with Yi Ji.
When Sun Quan saw Zhuge Liang stepping down from the carriage, his face showed joy. He hurriedly took a few steps and quickly walked towards Zhuge Liang. From a distance, Sun Quan loudly said: "Mr. Kong Ming, after the news of your arrival in Wu County came out, Quan day and night
I hope you will arrive soon. I am finally able to meet you today. I am so lucky, so lucky!"
Sun Quan came to Zhuge Liang and bowed his head to Zhuge Liang in a polite manner.
Zhuge Liang returned the greeting and said: "Zhuge Liang, I have met the prince."
Sun Quan hurriedly stretched out his hand to support Zhuge Liang, with a cheerful expression on his face. Turning his eyes to Yi Ji, Sun Quan said with a smile: "This must be Mr. Yi. Quan has long admired Mr. Yi's name. I am very happy to see you today."
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Sun Quan obviously didn't have much interest in Yi nationality.
A famous Confucian scholar can be seen everywhere in Wu State.
The Yi nationality is a great scholar from Jingxiang, and the Wu state has famous people such as Yu Fan, Bu Zhi, Xue Zong, Cheng Deshu, Zhang Wen, Luo Tong, etc. With these celebrities and great scholars, the Yi nationality is obviously not important enough and cannot be compared with Zhuge Liang.
It is normal that the Iraqi nationality is not taken seriously.
Zhuge Liang once went to Wu as an envoy and left a deep impression on the kings and ministers of Wu.
Sun Quan knew that Zhuge Liang was full of strategies and admired Zhuge Liang very much.
After meeting Yi Ji, Sun Quan's eyes returned to Zhuge Liang, and he said enthusiastically: "Mr. Kong Ming, I have ordered people to prepare a banquet at my house to welcome you to the banquet."
Zhuge Liang looked serious, shook his head and said: "Your Majesty's kindness, Liang accepted it heartily. However, Liang took the former lord's family and entourage to the Kingdom of Wu to seek refuge. They just arrived in Wu County, and the mistress and the entourage had not yet settled down. Liang must settle down.
Everything is necessary to have free time. Please forgive me for any rudeness."
After saying this, Sun Quan nodded repeatedly.
If Zhuge Liang left Liu Bei's family to attend the banquet, I'm afraid Sun Quan would have a different attitude toward Zhuge Liang.
Zhuge Liang's sincere refusal made Sun Quan's favor double.
Liu Bei has been killed, and Zhuge Liang is free. He can ignore Liu Bei's wives and concubines. However, Zhuge Liang never abandons Liu Bei's wives, concubines, and entourage, and even takes Guan Ping and Zhang Bao with him. At first glance, he is a man who values friendship.
All this made Sun Quan recognize Zhuge Liang, and at the same time Sun Quan also wanted to conquer Zhang Bao and Guan Ping.
These people can all be used by him.
Sun Quan had no expression on his face, but his mind quickly changed and he had a way to deal with it.
"Hahaha……"
He laughed loudly, waved his hands and said: "Sir, don't worry, there is a big house in the west of the city, but no one happens to live in it. I will give this big house to you, so that you and the family of the King of Han can live there."
Zhuge Liang showed joy on his face, bowed his head and said, "Your Majesty, I'm so kind to you. I would like to express my gratitude to you on behalf of my mistress."
Sun Quan smiled and asked: "Sir, can you go to the banquet?"
"It's what you wish for!"
Zhuge Liang did not refuse anymore. If he continued to refuse, he would probably make Sun Quan unhappy. A minister must know how to advance and retreat. Sun Quan had given him enough face, so Zhuge Liang naturally reciprocated the favor and could not embarrass Sun Quan.
Zhuge Liang said: "Your Majesty, please wait for a moment while Liang makes arrangements and then go to the banquet with your Majesty."
"please!"
Sun Quan was polite and let Zhuge Liang go.
Zhuge Liang walked on foot and came to the carriage where Liu Bei's concubine was riding. He respectfully asked for instructions. He then walked to Guan Ping and Zhang Bao and gave them careful instructions before returning to Sun Quan. Seeing that Zhuge Liang was ready, Sun Quan immediately ordered those around him.
One of his attendants guided Guan Ping and Zhang Bao, and left with Zhuge Liang and Yi Ji.
Prince Wu's Mansion, in the hall.
Sun Quan had already invited his own direct descendants, and also invited many virtuous and famous people. The hall was very lively, and it could be said that there were many talents, all of whom were famous and important people.
These people knew that Zhuge Liang was someone Sun Quan valued and did not dare to make any mistakes.
The entire banquet was a feast for both the guests and the host.
Sun Quan arranged for Yi Ji to serve as an official in the Kingdom of Wu. However, he did not mention anything about Zhuge Liang's arrangements. He obviously wanted to talk alone. After all the guests dispersed, there was only one person in the hall.
Zhuge Liang and Sun Quan were left. Immediately, Sun Quan invited Zhuge Liang to the study for further discussion.
The two sat down and Sun Quan said straight to the point: "Mr. Kong Ming, now Wang Can has led an army to attack our country of Wu. Although my father has led the army to resist, the situation is critical and precarious. Could you please teach me?"
This is the real moment.
Sun Quan valued Zhuge Liang very much, but he had to ask the school in person.
Zhuge Liang knew the elegant meaning of Xiange after hearing it, and understood Sun Quan's intention. Now is the time for Sun Quan to test his ability. If he can't show his talent, Sun Quan's preferential treatment will turn into nothing.
Ps: The second update of the third update; in a blink of an eye, there are three million words. No matter how well written, it is worth being happy.