Liu Biao helped Liu Qi to sit down on his knees, returned to his seat, and listened quietly to Liu Qi's story. He was very worried that Liu Qi had angered Kui Mao again and made the situation difficult to deal with.
However, Liu Qi took advantage of Liu Biao's tears and expressed his order to burn the bodies of the four maids in full detail. Of course, he concealed the burning of the other four gate guards.
Liu Qi emphasized that burning the corpse to eliminate traces was a last resort, in order to cover up the disgraceful incident of the murder of the maid in the mansion. There was no proof of death, but he encountered people from the Cai Mansion and Majiazhuang asking for death.
The maid returned to her hometown to visit her mother. Liu Qi was afraid that things would get serious, so he asked Hua Tuo, the miracle doctor, to lie that the maid died of an epidemic and had to burn her body to prevent the spread of the plague. He also informed Cai Mansion that Pang Ji and others knew about the burning of the body to eliminate traces.
Reported to Liu Biao.
Liu Biao was stunned by what Liu Qi said. Sometimes he looked sulky, and sometimes he showed relief. He didn't expect that his eldest son Liu Qi was tripped by a horse on Hutoushan designed by Cai Mao and survived. It was as if he was a different person.
, What he did was like flowing clouds and flowing water, and they were connected to each other. He dared to secretly challenge Cai Mao, a prominent family member in Jingxiang, and his courage was no less than that of Liu Biao.
"Although the matter of burning corpses is against ethics, it is really a last resort. This matter has settled and is in the past. Don't mention it in the future. If there is something important in the future, I hope that my son will think twice before acting and repay the favor.
It would be best for my father to know first." Liu Biao felt relieved when he heard Liu Qi tell him about the corpse burning. As long as Liu Qi doesn't compete with Kui Hao, Liu Biao currently lacks the strength to control Cai Hao, let alone a frail and sick man who likes women.
Playboy Liu Qi is here.
In Liu Biao's opinion, Liu Qi, who did not know his own capabilities, and opposed Cai Mao were tantamount to seeking death.
Liu Biao secretly marveled at Liu Qi's ruthlessness. He couldn't do anything he couldn't do, but Liu Qi did it regardless of the consequences, and he did it so that people couldn't lose their temper.
Liu Qi was overjoyed when he heard Liu Biao say that if he had anything important to report to Liu Biao first, he cheered up and said, "Thank you father for sparing the child. I will keep my father's orders in mind. The child has something to report right now."
Father, I have something to ask for, but I don’t know whether to tell it or not.”
Seeing Liu Qi's obedient and good-natured attitude, Liu Biao was quite pleased. He also acted like a loving father and said softly: "My son has something to say, but there is no harm in saying it."
"In the past few years, the child has learned nothing and has made no achievements. He feels very ashamed. A few days ago, he accompanied his father to hunt in Hutoushan. He only regretted that his riding skills were not good. The horse stumbled and missed his father's autumn field hunting. He felt very uneasy. Now I meet Hua Tuo.
My husband is recovering and his health is no longer serious. I am thinking about getting a tutor to learn some riding skills. In the coming year, Tian Lie can save my father's face. I want to ask my father to hire a tutor for me. I hope my father will allow me."
Liu Qi took the opportunity to say what he was thinking, and Liu Biao nodded repeatedly. It was clearly Cai Mao from Hutou Mountain who framed Liu Qi and almost killed Liu Qi by tripping his horse with a rope, but Liu Qi did not mention a word about Cai Mao's harm.
Are you so stupid that you really don’t know, or are you keeping a low profile and learning skills from a teacher to avenge the murder?
The eldest son Liu Qi is the flesh and blood of his ex-wife, First Lady Chen. In any case, Liu Qi’s desire to learn riding skills from his master is a sign of his desire to make progress. The father should be happy. As soon as Liu Qi’s request to learn riding skills from his master was made, it was right.
When things came true, Liu Biao naturally agreed wholeheartedly and said with a smile: "You can teach me. There are not many people who are proficient in riding in Jingxiang City. The most famous one is Zhonglang General Huang Hansheng. I wonder if Qi'er is willing to learn from General Huang."
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"I do. Thank you for your concern, father." Liu Qi suppressed the joy in his heart and stood up to make a speech to Liu Biao. It was exactly what he wanted to do to worship Huang Zhong as his teacher, otherwise Liu Qi would not use poor riding skills as an excuse.
According to historical records, although Huang Zhong and Huang Hansheng were Liu Biao's lieutenants at this time, they were never reused. If Huang Zhong accepted Liu Qi as his disciple, Huang Zhong would probably teach Liu Qi riding skills to attract Liu Biao's attention. Huang Zhong would definitely
With all his efforts, Liu Qi will also win over Huang Zhong in his apprenticeship.
"Steward, please go to General Huang's Mansion to report to General Huang. Even if I have something important to do, I will ask General." Liu Biao ordered Liu Zhong. After Liu Zhong left, Liu Biao and Liu Qi chatted face to face, talking about the past and the present. Liu Qi's words and demeanor were quite humble.
Liu Biao only showed a slight intention of self-improvement and self-reliance, and Liu Biao greatly appreciated Liu Qi's stability.
Not long after, Huang Zhong arrived on horseback from outside the mansion. Huang Zhong was wearing armor and dressed as a general. He was about forty years old. He was walking in the wind. Liu Zhong followed closely behind him. After being notified by the guards in front of the door, he arrived at the meeting hall of the governor's mansion.
As soon as he entered the door, he knelt down on one knee and said, "Greetings to my lord."
"General Huang, please get up and sit down." Liu Biaoxu helped Huang Zhong up and pointed at the low desk on his right.
After Huang Zhong knelt down and sat down, he looked at Liu Qi who was directly opposite him. He felt a little strange. How could this playboy who usually flamboyantly dress up in common clothes? In front of him, Liu Qi behaved dignifiedly, his eyes were pure, and he smiled peacefully at each other. Huang Zhong was out of curiosity.
In terms of etiquette, Liu Qi cupped his hands and said: "Young master, you are polite."
"I've met General Huang." Liu Qi also clasped his fists.
"General Huang, I originally intended to send the general to Changsha to guard You County with Liu Pan. However, the bandits have been causing trouble outside Xiangyang City recently, so the general needs to be stationed in Xiangyang to prevent the incident. Liu Qi, the dog son, wants to learn riding skills from General Huang, and the general can just do it.
I want to stay in Xiangyang, I wonder if the general is willing?" Liu Biao seemed to be discussing, but in fact he said that Huang Zhong still needs to stay in Xiangyang and Huang Zhong could not refuse.
"Thanks to your lord's appreciation, Huang is not talented and would like to teach the young master how to ride." Huang Zhong was stunned for a moment. It turned out that the important thing Liu Biao said when he called him was to accept a disciple. But Liu Biao had already said that, and he would not accept him.
You have to give it up. Besides, Liu Qi looked humble just now, not at all like a young master. If Liu Qi is really a talented person, it would be a great meritorious deed to teach Liu Qi such things as equestrian swordsmanship.
"I haven't met the master yet." Liu Biao promptly reminded Liu Qi, who was in a state of joy.
Liu Qi looked flattered and hurriedly stood up and bowed to Huang Zhong: "Master, please bow three times to me, my disciple."
After Liu Qi kowtowed three times, Huang Zhong helped Liu Qi up, and it was considered that he had officially received the apprenticeship ceremony.
On the surface, Liu Qi used the excuse of apprenticeship to learn skills, but in fact, he was secretly trying to win over the forces. This was the first very important move for Liu Qi to reborn in the Three Kingdoms. In the Three Kingdoms, no matter how powerful an individual is, he cannot compete with the heroes who dominate the world.
To compete, only by gathering a group of capable ministers and generals around you and using monstrous ingenuity can you plan for the Three Kingdoms and drive the wheel of history forward.
"Disciple, please wake up. Starting tomorrow, you will come to my house to learn art." Huang Zhong accepted Liu Qi as his disciple. His mood was a bit complicated and he did not show any special joy. Because of Liu Qi's appearance, Huang Zhong had to stay.
Xiangyang could not be the governor of Changsha, and still felt that he was not taken seriously. Secondly, because Liu Qi's playboy image was deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, Huang Zhong had a strong opinion of Liu Qi, and he resisted being Liu Qi's master from the bottom of his heart.
"Yes, my disciple will leave early tomorrow." Liu Qi promised. It could be seen that although Huang Zhong was somewhat reluctant to accept him as his disciple, he was a man of his word and would do what he said.
Although Huang Zhong was a little reluctant, it didn't matter. As time went by, Liu Qi believed that the loyal Huang Zhong would be willing to teach him what he had learned sooner or later, and would eventually follow Liu Qi wholeheartedly, and felt grateful to have Liu Qi as his disciple.
Proud.
Huang Zhong is one of the five tiger generals of the powerful Liu Bei. His reputation is based on his true ability and is not in vain. The veteran general Huang Zhong has been loyal and courageous throughout his life, which is remarkable in history. As long as he exchanges his heart with his heart, Liu Qi will
I believe that Huang Zhong will play an important role in his life of planning the Three Kingdoms.
Although Huang Zhong was named Zhonglang General under Liu Biao, the governor of Jingzhou, he was not taken seriously. At this time, Huang Zhong had not made any meritorious achievements. Apart from being famous for being able to break both bows and flying horses, he had no merit in the eyes of outsiders.
, but this does not affect Liu Qi's respect for the veteran Huang Zhong. Huang Zhong, who was independently published in Chen Shou's "Three Kingdoms", is a heavyweight who is famous in history. Chen Shou spoke highly of Huang Zhong: "Mr. Zhongchang"
Climb into battle and be brave enough to conquer the three armies."
Liu Qi naturally also remembered some of the common sayings about Huang Zhong, such as Huang Zhong shot at Guan Gong - show mercy; Huang Zhong made friends - an old man has an eternal heart; Huang Zhong shot arrows - always hit the mark; Huang Zhong went into battle - refused to accept his old age;
Loyalty and sledgehammer - old age makes you stronger, etc.
"General Huang, as the saying goes, once you are a teacher, you will always be a father. If the dog is not talented, I hope the general will teach him well. If the dog becomes useful in the future, he will never forget the general's great kindness." Liu Biao came down and saluted Huang Zhong, and he did it.
Due etiquette.
"My lord, you can rest assured. I will take my leave first, Zhong." Having already performed the apprenticeship ceremony, and seeing that Liu Biao was so concerned about Liu Qi's apprenticeship, Huang Zhong put aside his previous reluctant thoughts and felt that Liu Biao was in charge of managing Jingzhou.
Although he is too peaceful in government affairs, he is still a relatively competent father in caring about Liu Qi's family affairs.
Seeing that Huang Zhong accepted Liu Qi, Liu Biao felt a lot in his heart. Huang Zhong and Cai Mao were both Zhonglang generals. If Cai Mao learned that Liu Qi had accepted Huang Zhong as his teacher, he would definitely be wary of harming Liu Qi. He had already worshiped Huang.
For Liu Qi, who is loyal to his teacher, the safety factor is also higher.
"My child will be apprenticed to General Huang tomorrow. You should put your studies first and don't be distracted. Time flies by and you must seize the day. You don't have to come to my house to say hello from tomorrow. If you have anything, you can let the housekeeper tell you. In two months,
I want to see how much better your riding skills are."
Liu Biao's words were serious and thoughtful. From the dangerous situation Liu Qi was in, he thought of his own situation. Although he was the governor of Jingzhou, he was hampered by others. If Liu Qi could learn some skills and help manage Jingxiang in the future, it would also reduce Liu Biao's pressure.
, this is called "brothers fighting tigers, father and son go into battle."
"Listen to your father's teachings. Your child must study hard and practice hard. He will live up to his master's teachings and his father's trust." Seeing Liu Biao's sad words, Liu Qi was moved by Liu Biao's sincere love and bid farewell to Liu Biao in tears.
Jingzhou Governor's Mansion is very large, with three courtyards and four buildings. If you don't have an acquaintance to guide you, you may get lost. After Liu Qi said goodbye to Liu Biao, he ordered the steward to call the four gold, silver, copper and iron guards to get off the carriage, and each of them held several large silk scrolls in his hands.
Luo satin and fine silk brocade quilts walked towards the residence of Liu Biao's wives and concubines in the governor's mansion.
The housekeeper Liu Zhong, who was holding a soft silk quilt, felt uneasy and asked as he walked: "Sir, are you sure you want to see your difficult stepmother, Mrs. Cai?"