Chapter 15 4. Lu Pheasant is here

The rising sun shines on the Bashang Military Camp, which stretches for dozens of miles, and the dotted tents are like waves in the sea.A rare heavy snow fell last night, and the snow-covered land was spotless, so pure that one could imagine it.Liu Bang was playing with the dragon and the phoenix in his tent, the brazier was roasting so that the tent was warm and warm, which was in stark contrast to the ice and snow outside. Suddenly, the curtain of the tent was thrown open, and a gust of cold wind rushed in. The beautiful woman in her arms screamed, and Liu Bang also shivered.The good thing was disturbed, Liu Bang was full of evil fire, and cursed: "You bastard!" Turning his head to look, he was stunned again.

The person who broke into Wenrou Township turned out to be Liu Bang's wife Lu Zhi, who was glaring at Liu Bang.Liu Bang was caught raped on the bed, panicked, and stammered, "You...why are you here?" "Shouldn't I come? My husband is now the king of Guanzhong. It's okay for me, a poor wife, to join in the fun and enjoy the blessings. Don't you want to divorce me and find a new love? Marry a beautiful woman?" Although Liu Bang is no longer a country bumpkin in Pei County, Lu Zhi is as aggressive and domineering as ever.She glanced at the young and beautiful woman hiding under the quilt, feeling sour in her heart, after all, she was no longer young, and her jealousy swelled accordingly.

Liu Bang smiled awkwardly, and signaled the woman to leave quickly with his eyes.The woman grabbed a piece of clothing, didn't care about putting it on, wrapped her body hastily, and rushed out of the tent.Liu Bang also got up and dressed, and asked Lu Zhi to sit down and talk. Lu Zhi reprimanded: "Now Xiang Yu's 400,000 troops are staring at you, and they may eat you at any time. You still have the leisure to have fun here, you really don't know how to live or die!" Liu Bang smiled and said: "Ma'am, you are too worried. I have reconciled with Xiang Yu and turned the war into friendship. Nothing will happen."

"Then your position as Guan Zhongwang is secure?" "Well..." Liu Bang had nothing to say, and Lu Zhi pressed on step by step, "With Xiang Yu here, do you dare to say that you are the king of Guanzhong? He said you are you, and he said you are not you, you are not, Life and death are in other people's hands, it's rare that you can still sleep, eat, and play with women!" Liu Bang argued: "With King Huai's agreement first, he dare not risk the displeasure of the world, right?" "Haha, it's a shame that you are still a vassal, just this knowledge! That Xiang Yu beheaded Song Yi, seized the military power, made Zhang Han the king of Yong, and served as the general of the princes. What matter should King Huai of Chu agree to? The nameless King Huai , Xiang Yu didn't take him seriously at all. You should think about how to deal with Xiang Yu, and secure the seat of Guan Zhongwang, and don't let the duck you got fly again!"

After being taught a lesson by Lu Zhi, Liu Bang drooped his head and stopped talking.Lu Zhi softened his tone and said, "I came all the way and never escaped danger just to help you. Is father here with you?" Liu Bang nodded. "Okay, I'll see him. You pack up quickly and go to the barracks to patrol. The soldiers are all up for drills, and you, the king, are still sleeping late. What do you look like?" Looking at Lu Zhi's back, Liu Bang smiled wryly. Suddenly, "This shrew, there is really nothing I can do about her!" In Lu Gong's sleeping tent, he had just got up and finished washing, and was about to go out to take a breath, when Lu Zhi lifted the curtain and came in.Lu Gong was also taken aback, "E Mang, why are you here?"

Lu Zhi stepped forward to help Lu Gong sit down, and said: "Father, can I not come if you can come? Back then, you said that I was destined to be a dignitary and that Liu Ji could achieve great things, so you married me to him. Your old man His vision is so accurate! I didn't expect him to be the king of Qin in just a few years. I'm about to become the queen!" Lu Gong said with a smile: "Don't you know about your father's abilities? This is a bet on the changes in the world, and Liu Ji's treasure. Now it shows that we are right. However, the situation is not optimistic! You must have heard about the friction between Liu Ji and Xiang Yu. Although Liu Ji took the initiative to admit his mistakes and the conflict was temporarily alleviated, there are still variables. Whether Liu Bang's Guanzhong King can be implemented is hard to say!"

"Father, you must help him again." "Well, don't worry, I used to help him because I wanted to use him to fight against Qin. Now that Qin is dead, my goal has been achieved. I will help him again purely for you, so that you can enjoy prosperity and wealth for the rest of your life." After being silent for a while, Lu Zhi asked: "Father, there is a question I have always wanted to ask you. I asked you in the past, but you always kept it secret. Can you answer me now?" Lu Gong didn't speak.Lu Zhi then asked: "Why do you hate Qin so much, run around the world, make friends with heroes, and spend all your wealth to rebel against Qin? Can't you talk about your grievances with Qin now?"

Lu Gong sighed, and said: "It's okay not to mention the past! Let's talk about it later, maybe the day I say goodbye to the world, I will tell you the truth. Let's go out and get some air." Seeing that Lu Gong didn't say anything, Lu Zhi couldn't ask any more questions, so he helped Lu Gong out of the camp. "It's snowing!" Lu Gong said in surprise.He shook off Lu's pheasant and sprinted on the snow for a few steps, looking a little excited.Lu Gong bent down, picked up a pile of white snow, put it to his mouth, took a bite, and muttered to himself: "The snow in Guanzhong still tastes like this!" Seeing his father's strange look, Lu Zhi's doubts deepened.

In the evening, Liu Bang called the fellow villagers of Pei County in the army and held a small-scale banquet to welcome Lu Zhi.During the dinner, Lu Zhi suddenly asked, "Where did Cao Wushang go?" Liu Bang's face was a bit ugly, and he said casually: "He has official business, so he didn't come!" Although Zhang Liang is not from Pei County, but because he is a distinguished guest, he was also invited to the banquet.Hearing what Liu Bang said, he couldn't help but glance at him, and when he looked back, he found that Lu Gong was also staring at Liu Bang.Zhang Liang made eye contact with Lu Gong, smiled at each other, and raised wine to salute.Both of them are smart people, so there is no need to say anything.

After the banquet was over, Liu Bang and Lu Zhi returned to their dormitories. His wife had come all the way, so of course he had to do his duty as a husband.Although he felt sorry for not being able to summon those young and beautiful women to sleep in, Liu Bang still tried his best to have a good time with Lu Zhi.Although Lu's pheasant is half-mature, her charm still exists. When Liu Bang released the migrant workers and prisoners, she fled. Lu's pheasant was detained. The friendly jailer Ren Ao beat him up violently, and Lu Zhi escaped unharmed.Therefore, Lu's pheasant is not so bad now, and compared with those young women, it has a special charm.Moreover, it is normal for the husband and wife to reunite after a long absence, the passion is like fire, and intimacy is normal.

After finishing the business, Lu Zhi leaned in Liu Bang's arms and poured out his grievances, "You led the army to march west and left our three mothers in our hometown. I was afraid at home every day. Later, my father said that you are so powerful that you will definitely be the first to enter. Guan, he came to Guanzhong to look for you. After my father left, I couldn't help myself, so I left my two children with my mother, and came out to look for you. It's been a long journey, and I didn't expect that the first time I saw you was in the playing with other women." Liu Bang didn't want to get entangled with her. In order to change the subject, he deliberately blamed her: "You father and daughter are not ordinary people. One is over 70 years old and a single woman dares to walk such a long way in this time of chaos. From Kuaiji Running to Guanzhong, in case something goes wrong, who would know?" Lu Zhi curled his lips, "You really underestimate our father and daughter. Do you know how many friends my father has in Jianghu? Wherever he goes, there are people to meet him. I have such a father, am I still afraid of going out alone? Besides, we brought some guards with us when we went out, and ordinary little thieves don't want to get my idea." After hearing Lu Zhi's words, Liu Bang was taken aback.He knew that Lu Gong was not an idle person, but it was beyond his expectation that Lu Gong had such great energy and friends all over the world. "The old man really hides his secrets!" Liu Bang said with emotion, "Why did my father-in-law make so many friends in the world?" Lu Zhi hesitated for a moment, then said: "I don't know too well. The old man said that he met him when he was walking around the rivers and lakes in his early years and taking pictures of others. But I don't think it's that simple. Thanks to their support and care on the way here, I have never been here. Judging from their attitudes, it seems that they respect their father very much, and it is far from an ordinary friendship. I guess, as long as father says a word, these people can even die." "Oh?" Liu Bang was even more surprised, "Could it be that the old man is kind to them, so why are so many people receiving his kindness? If he is just an ordinary physiognomist, would he be able to help so many people?" Lu Zhi shook his head and said: "I also find it strange, but since the old man is unwilling to tell us, we don't need to ask. He may have his own difficulties, so he kept it from us." Liu Bang nodded, and said: "I am today thanks to your father and daughter! When I secure my position as the King of Guanzhong, I must repay you well." Hearing this, Lu Zhi was a little proud. "Our father and daughter have helped you more than you know. From your rebellion against Qin to entering Guanzhong, how many people who took refuge in you along the way, did you know how many of them were lobbied by your father? And those sponsors Many of the people who provide you with food, grass, and military pay, provide you with information, and guide you in the direction are friends of your father." Liu Bang's eyes widened, "Is there such a thing?" "I also heard about it from the people who supported me on the way to Guanzhong. My father just gave me a list when he left home and told me that I could ask these people for help when I went out. He didn't say anything else. I refused to say anything, and I must have told those who took refuge in you not to reveal their own background. Therefore, you have been kept in the dark. Since you started the incident, you have been invincible, successive victories, and your power has continued to grow. I don’t think it’s abnormal Is it? Your father gave you a lot of support behind this." "I said how my battle was fought so smoothly, if there is God's help!" Liu Bang said to himself. "This god is my father. Also, the people in Guanzhong love you so much now, do you think your little trick of the 'Three Chapters of the Covenant' is really effective? Take the lead in responding to you, how could the people in Guanzhong buy your account like that!" The "Three Chapters of the Covenant" that Liu Bang was proud of was belittled by Lu Zhi, and he was unhappy, but he was even more surprised by Lu Gong's connections.This old man is really unfathomable. Lu Zhi took a meaningful look at Liu Bang and said, "So, you must not do anything wrong to me. Our Lu family is not easy to mess with. My father's power in your army can make you unbearable." Walk!" Lu Zhi's words were half-joking and half-serious, but Liu Bang sounded like a real threat, and he felt a "thump" in his heart.However, it is Liu Bang's specialty to be flexible and bend his head when necessary, and he is no exception when dealing with his wife. "Ejin, although I'm a bit of a womanizer, I'm just acting on the occasion. You know, men have this hobby. But you are the wife I am marrying, and this will never change. If I become King Qin , you are the queen; if one day I rule the world like the first emperor, you will be the queen. Half of my country and half of you are half of this thousand miles of land. So, don’t say what you said just now.” After finishing speaking, Liu Bang was in Lu Pheasant's body moved up and down. Early the next morning, while Liu Bang was still asleep, Lu Zhi got dressed and got out of the tent.She came to Fan Kuai's tent and asked through the curtain, "Has General Fan got up?" Fan Kuai recognized Lu Zhi's voice and rushed out to meet him. "Second sister (Lu Zhi is the second among the sisters), why did you get up so early?" "I was too busy yesterday, so I forgot to give you the things that Lu Wei (xu, Lu Zhi's younger sister) asked me to bring to you." Said, Lu Zhi handed a package in his hand to Fan Kui. "Second Sister Xie, sit inside!" Fan Kui let Lu Zhi into the tent.After sitting down, the expressions of the two people changed immediately, and they were no longer as polite as they were outside.Lu Zhi asked straightforwardly: "What's going on with Xiang Yu now?" Fan Kuai said: "Xiang Yu doesn't seem to want to argue with the king anymore, the situation is not so tense. However, they want us to hand over the generals who blocked the allied forces from entering the pass at Hangu Pass. Your Majesty is going to hand over the generals who blocked the allied forces from entering the pass in two days. People take it over." "who is it?" "Cao Wushang." Lu Zhi frowned and did not speak, and asked after a while: "Does Cao Wushang know?" "Your Majesty should have told him to let him feel wronged and be the scapegoat. However, Cao Wushang has locked himself in the tent for the past two days without seeing anyone. It seems that he is very reluctant!" Fan Kuai said with some worry. "I know a little about Cao Wushang. He is not a broad-minded, considerate of the overall situation, and able to endure humiliation. You must send someone to keep an eye on him, lest he jump the wall in a hurry and do things that are not good for the king." Lu Zhi said decisively. "Okay, I'll immediately send more people to keep an eye on him. Since the king raised his army, this Cao Wushang has been serving as Zuo Sima, and his position has never been promoted. He feels that he is old and has worked hard. He saw that many people who joined the group later surpassed him. , so I feel that I am not valued, and I often complain in front of my colleagues and subordinates, and I am dissatisfied with the king. This time the king wants to make him a scapegoat. I am afraid that it will arouse his dissatisfaction and cause trouble, so I have been sending people to spy on him with him." Lu Zhi nodded approvingly, "You are becoming more and more considerate in doing things. Among the fellow villagers in Pei County, there are not many people like you who are both civil and military, have a long-term vision, and are cautious in handling things!" "Second sister won the prize!" "You call Xiao He, Cao Shen, Zhou Bo, and Xia Houying into the big tent. I want to talk to them." "Okay, I'll do it right away." Lu Zhi and Fan Kui had already been allies when they were in Pei County.Not long after, Xiao He, Cao Can, Zhou Bo, and Xia Houying all came to the big tent, and Lu Zhi sat in Liu Bang's place without hesitation.She took a look at the fellow villagers in front of her who had followed Liu Bang in the Southern and Northern Wars since Pei County started the army. They were all important ministers who held important positions and held great power. "I invite everyone to come here, just to hear your views on the changes in the situation in Guanzhong in the future. Now the two armies of the king and Xiang Yu are facing each other, and the forces of the Qin Dynasty have not been completely eradicated. The situation in Guanzhong is complicated. What should we do in the future Having a rough judgment, reaching a consensus, and letting everyone know it in their hearts, so that future actions will have a clear direction, and if things are done in unison, the strength will be much greater." The following people all heard the implication of Lu Zhi's words.In the past few years, Liu Bang's power has expanded rapidly, and his territory has also become larger and larger. First he was the Duke of Pei, and later he was appointed as the Marquis of Wu'an and the governor of Dang (dang) by King Huai of Chu. Now he is in charge of Guanzhong. Guanzhong Wang.To borrow the words of Mrs. Liu, Liu Bang's property is getting bigger and bigger.Therefore, Lu Zhi is also eager to expand his influence in Liu Bang's camp and consolidate his position, which is also reasonable.If she didn't have a force to support her, with Liu Bang's lustful personality, she might be divorced at any time. Xiao Hedao: "What Madam said is very true. Although we are not immortals who predict things like gods, we should think ahead and think carefully about everything, so as not to happen suddenly, be unprepared, and be at a loss." Lu Zhi nodded slightly, and said: "Do you think Xiang Yu will fulfill the promise of King Huai and let the king be the king of Guanzhong?" Cao Shen thought for a while, and said: "Xiang Yu and the king once made an appointment as brothers. Considering the old love, and the appointment with King Huai first, it should not be too much. I think he will take the position of the king of Guanzhong. Leave it to the king." Lu Zhi curled his lips, "I'm afraid it's not that easy to make these two brothers live in peace and harmony. Xiang Yu has already appointed Zhang Han as the king of Yong, what is his intention? He may fulfill the promise of King Huai and let the king be the king of Guanzhong However, he would place Zhang Han in Guanzhong, divide the Qin land with the king, and contain the king. In this way, even if the king really became the king of Guanzhong, he would still be under Xiang Yu's control, and he would act according to his face. What is the point of this Guanzhong king? One of the princes is played by others, will it end well in the end? Even if the king has no intention of opposing Xiang Yu, the existence of the king is a threat to him, because The only person under King Huai of Chu who can stand up to Xiang Yu is the King. Therefore, it is only a matter of time before he eradicates the King, and Liu and Xiang are destined not to coexist." Lu Zhi's analysis hit the nail on the head and convinced everyone present.Cao Shen asked, "Madam, what do you think should be done?" Lu Zhi said with a firm expression: "Be the first to act first, and force Xiang Yu to withdraw from Guanzhong. Guanzhong is rich and dangerous. It can be attacked and defended. Occupying here is equivalent to seizing the opportunity and occupying a favorable position in future conflicts." Therefore, we must occupy Guanzhong at all costs and by all means, and secure the position of the king of Guanzhong.” The people present looked at each other in blank dismay. The woman in front of her was more cunning and ruthless than the man in courage, courage and means.