Three Kingdoms: Ancestors of the Han Dynasty

Chapter 264 Chapter 39 Serious Illness
Jianxing seven years, October, Hanzhong.

Autumn has just come to an end, and the weather in Hanzhong has dropped sharply. It is gloomy from early morning to evening, and the vegetation is withered.

After the summer, veteran Zhao Yun's old illness relapsed, and his body, which had experienced many battles, finally couldn't resist. Under the persuasion of everyone, he reluctantly returned to Chengdu to recuperate.

Zhuge Liang, who was planning to go to Longzhou to investigate the terrain, decided to postpone the trip after learning about it, and took someone to visit Zhao Yun who was about to return to Chengdu.

Zhao Yun was wrapped in a thick blanket, coughed heavily, and said: "The prime minister puts state affairs first, and Yun is nothing more than a minor illness, so why delay the trip to Long for Yun."

Zhuge Liang sat beside the bed, holding his skinny hand, and said: "Zilonggui is the general of the guard, a pillar of the great man, and his old illness has relapsed. Why are you talking about private matters?"

Zhao Yun supported his body and leaned on the bed, his blood was surging, his face became pale and rosy, and said: "There are big and small things, Yun's body is a small matter, and taking the coolness is a big matter for the country, so it cannot be compared. After taking the coolness, I am a big man. Only then can we sandwich Guanzhong with Longyou, Hexi, and Hanzhong, and return to the old capital after a few years of training."

Zhuge Liang patted the back of Zhao Yun's hand and said comfortingly: "Liang will go to Longyou tomorrow to explore the terrain and prepare for the next year's attack on Liangzhou. Zilong will return to Chengdu to recuperate from his illness. Next year, Liang will fight Liangzhou together and enjoy prosperity together." Big man."

Zhao Guang, who was serving the decoction, also said comfortingly: "The doctor said that my father is a relapse of his old illness, and he will recover if he takes good care of him."

Zhao Yun was displeased when he heard the words, and immediately said: "Since this is the case, why go back to Chengdu, and recuperate in Hanzhong."

Zhuge Liang didn't know whether to laugh or cry, and said: "Zilong's name is to recuperate, but every day in Hanzhong, he has to patrol the barracks and train soldiers, so how can he recuperate. Let's go back to Chengdu first, and return to the barracks after he recovers."

Zhao Yun shook his head in dissatisfaction, and said, "I really can't let go of the Hanzhong military when Yun returns to Chengdu."

"Don't worry about Zilong, as long as Zijun is in charge of the Hanzhong military. Zilong can rest in Chengdu with peace of mind!" Zhuge Liang said.

Wang Ping, who was at the side, also echoed and said: "Master, don't worry, everything in the Hanzhong military is safe."

Zhao Yun was speechless, waved his hands, and said, "Forget it, Yun didn't force it. Go back to Chengdu to recuperate, let's go back..."

After a pause, Zhao Yun couldn't help laughing bitterly, and said, "Yun is old, and I don't know if I can see the prime minister again when I return to Chengdu."

Zhao Yun sighed. He knew his own body best. He was really worried that once he returned to Chengdu to recuperate, he would never hope to return to Hanzhong.

"Why did Zilong say that?" Zhuge Liang pretended to be displeased, and said, "Zilong has gone through hundreds of battles and always fought in the front. Why is Faliang retreating now?"

Zhao Yun nodded, put his left hand on the back of Zhuge Liang's hand, and said with a smile: "Young Prime Minister, Yun has memorized what the Prime Minister said. I will go back to Chengdu to recuperate. I will meet you next year. This time I went to Longyou to explore the terrain, but it is a pity that Yun can't accompany the Prime Minister." Let's go together."

Hearing this, Zhuge Liang pursed his lips, his thoughts were confused, he didn't expect that Zilong, who always claimed to be the hero of Ma Yuan, the courage of Lian Po, and the first in every battle, dared not speak up.

Thinking about Zilong's character of promise, maybe Zilong..., hey!
Zhuge Liang looked at Zhao Yun, who had slightly protruding cheekbones and gray hair, and was silent for a long time. Finally, he held his hand and said, "Zilong take care, see you and me in Tianshui next year!"

Zhao Yun looked at Zhuge Liang whose temples were also slightly white, raised the corners of his mouth, and said in a deep voice, "Changshan Zhao Zilong takes orders!"

Seeing this, Zhuge Liang smiled and said, "Does Zilong dare to issue a military order?"

Zhao Yun was silent for a long time, and said aloud: "The prime minister still hopes to take care of his health, in order to wait for the revival of the Han Dynasty!"

Zhuge Liang was startled for a moment, the tip of his nose felt sore, he twitched his nose, nodded and said: "Shan, Zilong rests well, Liang won't bother you anymore!"

After finishing speaking, Zhuge Liang saluted slightly and led the crowd away.

Zhao Yun looked at the back of Zhuge Liang going away, and coughed heavily like a volcanic eruption just now.

Zhuge Liang, who was out of the mansion, was in a trance, and he tripped over the threshold while walking.

Wang Ping was quick-sighted, supported him with one hand, and asked, "Be careful, Prime Minister!"

Zhuge Liang came back to his senses, shook his head and said: "It's okay, I just thought about going to Long to explore the terrain."

After pondering for a while, Wang Ping asked: "Prime Minister, will Riping go to Long with Prime Minister tomorrow?"

Zhuge Liang looked at Wang Ping, nodded, and said in a deep voice, "Zijun will go with Liang, and Yuanxiong (Wu Banzi) can take care of the Hanzhong military for the time being."

Wang Ping cupped his hands and said, "Ping will arrange the handover with General Wu later."

Zhuge Liang looked at Wang Ping, who was in his prime, and thought of Zhao Yun on the sick bed. He couldn't help but rejoice that the younger generation of generals had gradually grown up and could take over.

Jiang Wei from Liangzhou, Deng Ai from Longyou, Wang Ping from Hanzhong, Huo Yi who was just emerging, and even Wei Yan from the older generation.

Liao Hua, the prefect of Xiping, Gou Fu, the prefect of Ankang, Liu Yin, the general of the bandits, and Zhao Tong, the governor of the Yulin guards, who can be relied on... Except for Wei Yan, they are all the oldest.

Zhuge Liang restrained his expression, and ordered: "This trip is going to Long, crossing Longshan to investigate the situation near the Sishui River and Xiaoguan Road, and you will stay with me during this time."

Wang Ping's face moved slightly, how could he not know the meaning of the prime minister, this is to promote himself.

Wang Ping put on a straight face, cupped his hands and said, "No. Ping immediately arranges for the prime minister's travel, board and lodging on the road, and dispatches cavalry to accompany the army as guards."

Zhuge Liang stroked his beard and muttered, "Yes, everything will be arranged by you."

Suddenly Zhao Guang went out and shouted, "Brother Zijun, father is calling you."

Hearing this, Wang Ping hesitated, and looked at Zhuge Liang.

Zhuge Liang waved his hand and said: "There is no rush to hand over the military and arrange matters, Zijun will come in first."

Wang Ping cupped his hands, and then entered the room.

Zhao Yun was drinking warm water, saw Wang Ping entering, and beckoned Wang Ping to come closer.

Seeing that Zhao Yun was about to put down the bowl, Wang Ping took the porcelain bowl and put it on the case.

Zhao Yun nodded in relief. At first he accepted Wang Ping as his disciple, but because of the emperor's proposal, Zhao Yun couldn't refuse. Afterwards, following the battle of Yiling, the suppression of the Huangyuan Rebellion, and the Northern Expedition, his outstanding performance gradually gradually increased. Recognize Wang Ping.

Moreover, Wang Ping has served him very wholeheartedly in these years, and he never talks too much. He is low-key and modest, which Zhao Yun appreciates.

It's a pity that I am not outstanding in using soldiers, so I can't teach him anything. In recent years, I have only taught him how to fight on horseback.

Zhao Yun looked at Wang Ping with gentle eyes, held his hand, and said with emotion: "Although I am a teacher, my ability is shallow and I can't teach you anything. I only entrust you with some words."

Wang Ping was a little sad, shook his head and said: "Master, please speak. In the past, Master taught a lot, but Ping was dull and difficult to understand, such as encountering the enemy in front of the battle, fighting on horseback and so on."

Zhao Yun nodded slightly, and continued to exhort: "Zijun, you run the army diligently, fulfill your duties, abide by the law, and keep a low profile. But you are self-deprecating. This is a deficiency. I hope Zijun can correct it."

Wang Ping nodded quickly, and said sincerely: "Ping knows what Master said, and I will definitely correct it in the future."

Zhao Yun smiled gratifiedly, and entrusted him: "Go back to Chengdu as a teacher, and I will entrust you with everything in Hanzhong from now on, and I hope that my son will not be in debt to the emperor."

After a pause, Zhao Yun added: "It is hopeful that the great man will be rejuvenated. With the ability of Zijun, his name will surely remain in the history and be admired by future generations. It is not allowed to violate the law and discipline, and it is not allowed to take credit for it and self-destruct. .???

Listening to Zhao Yun's earnest instruction, Wang Ping had mixed feelings, and said, "Thank you, Master, don't forget me!"

(End of this chapter)