Chapter 472 Is it your fault (4000)

So, just because Liu Bei didn't interfere this time, Boss Cao accepted Lu Bu and made him his adopted son?

People of this era may not know it, but in later generations, some people have summarized several of the most dangerous professions. It can be said that whoever touches them is finished.

These high-risk professions are: Lu Bu's adoptive father, Governor of Soochow, Liu Bei's eldest brother and Emperor of Wei.

Although there are some joking elements in this, it is indeed evil.

Lu Bu had a total of two adoptive fathers, namely Ding Yuan and Dong Zhuo, both of whom died at his hands.

There were a total of four governors in Soochow, and without exception, they all died unexpectedly. The first three died of illness at a young age, and the last one, Lu Xun, was forced to death by Sun Quan.

Liu Bei had a total of five eldest brothers. He first recognized Gongsun Zan as his eldest brother, but Gongsun Zan was quickly destroyed by Yuan Shao; then he recognized Lu Bu as his eldest brother in Xuzhou, but Lu Bu was killed by Boss Cao due to his interference; and then Liu Bei defected to Yuan Shao.

, Yuan Shao was also killed by Boss Cao; then Liu Bei defected to Jingzhou Liu Biao, who died of illness within a few days; finally he went to Sichuan to serve Liu Zhang as his eldest brother, and finally occupied the magpie's nest and drove him away.

There were four emperors in the Wei Kingdom. The first Cao Pi died of illness at the age of 39, the second Cao Rui died at the age of 36, and the third Cao Fang lived a little longer because he was deposed by Sima Shi midway, but

He was only 43 years old when he died of illness, and the fourth Cao Mao was killed at the age of 20.

These four high-risk occupations are either man-made disasters or natural disasters, but without exception, they all give people a feeling that if they want to live longer, they must remain untouchable, as if there is God's will in the dark.

As a result, Boss Cao became Lu Bu's adoptive father just when his career was at its peak. This more or less gave Wu Liang the feeling that Boss Cao was going crazy and seeking death.

It's a pity that Wu Liang was not around at the time, so I couldn't figure out what Boss Cao was thinking at that time...

"Xiao Wang said... the sooner this choice is made, the more beneficial it will be for Shanshan Country... Your Excellency, did Xiao Wang say something wrong?"

Wu Liang's reaction shocked King Shanshan, and he quickly asked worriedly.

"No, no, your Majesty is right."

Wu Liang came back to his senses, put on a smile and said, "Your Majesty has made the wisest choice. Shanshan Country will be able to enjoy long-term peace and stability under your Majesty's rule, which is admirable."

"Your Excellency is so complimentary."

King Shanshan said with a low eyebrow.

at this time.

"If my father wants to send someone to be a hostage, I would like to follow General Wu to Yanzhou and be Cao Cao's hostage. I ask my father to do it!"

Prince Chamu suddenly ran forward and volunteered. This annoying guy had already concluded that Wu Liang and others were strangers with profound and unpredictable Taoism. He was eager to be with them to witness and learn something related to Taoism.

"you?"

King Shanshan looked sideways at Prince Chamu, with obvious distrust in his eyes, "This matter is not a trivial matter. You should stay in the palace honestly for me. Don't add chaos to the relationship between the two countries. I already have

After finding a suitable candidate, we will send Siguto (the third prince) to complete this matter!"

The eldest prince "Jia Fei" and the fourth prince "Jin Quanzhuo" are both princes for whom King Shanshan has placed high hopes. One of them is proficient in military art and martial arts, and the other is proficient in Buddhism. They are both popular candidates for the next King of Shanshan, and King Shanshan is naturally reluctant to part with him.

Send these two princes who made him proud as hostages.

Although the second prince "Chamu" was the son he despised the most, the more so, the less he could send him away.

This is just like when he was in Chenliu, Wang Qing wanted to marry his infertile sister to Wu Liang to win over him. For a commoner with no ability, this was naturally a good thing, but for Wu Liang

For such an extraordinary foreigner, it is tantamount to insulting him and will only have the opposite effect.

In other words, Wu Liang didn't care much about this matter, otherwise the two families would have become enemies long ago.

The same principle applies to King Shanshan's move. If he sends a "fool" to Boss Cao as a hostage, it would be too insincere. Boss Cao will definitely not be happy if he finds out about it. I'm afraid this move will only have negative consequences.

reaction.

Although the third prince Siguto is a bit mediocre, he is neither stupid nor immoral. He will be honest and act as a hostage to Boss Cao, at least he will not do anything bad.

"Father..."

Prince Chamu became anxious when he heard this, and he quickly puffed up his chest and tried to argue for himself with a pale face.

"enough!"

King Shanshan interrupted him with a straight face, and shouted sternly, "This is an important state matter, and you can't interfere with it here. Come, take Chamu out. I have important matters with General Wu."

business!"

The voice fell.

"Father, if you promise me, I promise to do better than Siguto. You have to believe me. Please..."

Two personal guards had already walked over quickly and made a gesture of invitation to Prince Chamu. Seeing that Prince Chamu still refused to move, they had no choice but to grab his arm and forcefully carry him out.

"..."

During this process, Wu Liang naturally ignored Prince Chamu's look for help.

Wu Liangshang can't say whether this guy will do anything bad, but he is really annoying. For the sake of his own ears, Wu Liang will not take him with him, even if it is only for a few months on the way back, Wu Liang doesn't want to

Stay with him... Even among the princes of Shanshan Kingdom, the one he is most familiar with is Prince Chamu.

…

By now the serious matters had been discussed, and after a few pleasantries with King Shanshan, Wu Liang and others withdrew.

Then they went to see Dr. Upchu again and said goodbye to him in advance.

The current situation needs to be explained to Dr. Upqiu, so that he can put his worries aside and not let the people who helped him worry.

certainly.

By the way, I also want to meet Mr. Yasin, who is currently a servant of Upqiu's family.

With Dr. Apqiu's personality, it would be a good choice to be a domestic servant by his side. Since Mr. Yasin is unwilling to find another way out, Wu Liang will naturally not force it, let alone make his own decisions.

He just suddenly remembered something and wanted to ask Mr. Yasin again.

"What's the matter, Your Excellency?"

After meeting Dr. Apqiu, Mr. Yasin, inspired by Wu Liang's eyes, quietly followed him out of the back door and met with Wu Liang.

"Mr. Yassin, when you entered the wooden coffin at the Tomb of the Sun altar, did you ever put a turtle shell engraved with runes on your chest?"

Wu Liang asked.

"Turtle shell?"

Yasin looked confused, "What turtle shell?"

"So there should be no more?"

Wu Liang already got the answer to the question.

"No, I have never heard of a turtle shell. It is even less likely that you will carry a turtle shell when you enter the wooden coffin at the Tomb of the Sun altar. I don't know why you ask this."

Yasin said seriously.

"I see……"

Wu Liang nodded slightly.

It seems that Fang Qiong also lied about the "Nightmare Art".

In fact, he had expected it, because according to Fang Qiong, she discovered the wooden coffin in the altar of the Tomb of the Sun when she was about to die. Then she opened the lid of the wooden coffin and first took out the turtle shell placed on the chest of Yasin's body.

, "awoke" Yasin while taking off the emerald ring, and then ran away in fright.

According to Yasin, when Fang Qiong was dying, Yasin felt compassion for her, so he guided Fang Qiong into the wooden coffin to rescue her. Who would have expected that she would repay her kindness in the end and intend to kill him.

Compared with Fang Qiong, Wu Liang is naturally more willing to believe Yasin's words.

Therefore, Wu Liang is naturally more inclined to believe that Fang Qiong lied about the "Nightmare Art".

There may be no turtle shell at all, and with the death of Fang Qiong, the origin of the "Nightmare Art" has naturally become an unresolved case with no results.

But this is actually not that important to Wu Liang.

Regardless of whether it was Yasin who lied or Fang Qiong who lied, the "Nightmare Art" has come to an end in their line.

Yasin gave up the ability to "resurrection from the dead" at this moment. Even if he lied, the "Nightmare Art" was passed down from him, and he would not pass it on to others. After all, he is also "

"The dying person", the "dying person" has the most peaceful mentality and the least desire. Even if he lies, it will only be to cut off the "art of nightmare".

As for Fang Qiong's words, there is no need to say more, she has nothing left...

Wu Liang naturally didn't have much interest in the "Nightmare Art". Even if this thing was put in front of him, he would definitely not learn it, and the Hu army was not allowed to learn it.

In order not to teach this evil magic to harm others, he might even destroy it like he did the "Xiang Sutra".

But it is undeniable.

"The art of nightmare" has never been extinguished. Even in later generations, there are still rumors that some people are using this evil magic to harm people. Although Wu Liang cannot judge whether it is true or false, he believes that many things are not groundless.

But actually he also understands.

What has never been eliminated is not the "art of nightmare", but the greed and evil of human nature.

Even if there is no "nightmare technique", some people will come up with other ways to satisfy their own desires and do things that are harmful to nature.

…

The next day, King Shanshan had prepared the supplies needed for Wu Liang's return journey.
To be continued...