My father Liu Xuande

Chapter 17 A Feast for Zhao Tian
Even the fierce and brave Pan Zhang couldn't help but feel guilty.

“Wen Gui, there’s no need to be nervous. My father has met you before and praised your courage and bravery several times. My father has always been respectful to the virtuous and talented, and he only appoints people based on their abilities, regardless of their background.”

At this point, Liu Feng revealed a mysterious smile, making Pan Zhang's heart pound with anxiety: "Perhaps today will be the day when you, Wen Gui, stand out from the crowd."

Liu Feng entered the main hall, where Liu, Guan, and Zhang were chatting. Zhao Yun and Tian Yu had not yet arrived.

As soon as Liu Feng entered, he attracted three pairs of eyes.

Liu Bei's gaze was naturally extremely gentle, as if he were looking at precious jewels.

However, the gazes of the Second Master and the Third Master were somewhat strange, as if they were scrutinizing, yet also containing joy, and finally carrying a hint of sourness.

Liu Feng, of course, had no idea that since the night before, when Liu, Guan, and Zhang slept in the same bed, Big Ears had been bragging to Second Master and Third Master all night long.

If it were just simple showing off, that would be one thing, but Big Ears went and started playing Versailles.

Although he didn't understand what Versailles was, he perfectly portrayed it.

At the beginning, Liu Bei took the initiative to bring up the marriage of Guan Yu and Zhang Fei. At this time, Guan Yu and Zhang Fei did not think much of it and simply thought that it was their elder brother's concern for them.

Unexpectedly, the conversation took a turn for the worse.

Why does Liu Feng, their nephew, keep popping up in discussions about their marriage?
One moment he was praising Liu Feng for his filial piety, the next for his intelligence, and then he turned around and praised Liu Feng for his bravery.

Although Liu Feng is only ten years old, he has grown very tall, and his strength and appetite have also increased.

Liu Feng could eat three to five times more than his peers in one meal, and he also had a strong craving for meat, often needing extra meals.

All the food he ate was converted into strength. In front of Liu Feng, not to mention a ten-year-old child, even a thirteen or fourteen-year-old child was no match for him.

In terms of strength alone, he is no weaker than an average strong man.

Guan Yu and Zhang Fei were extremely pleased with their nephew Liu Feng and doted on him. Whenever they obtained something new or good, their first thought was to send it to Liu Feng, never keeping anything for themselves.

But Big Ears is just too much of a Versailles.

And if you're just ordinary, why do you have to engage in comparisons and disparagements?
Hearing Liu Bei's expectation that Guan Yu and Zhang Fei's future children would inherit their bravery and become famous generals, he was initially quite pleased with himself, but later he realized the truth of the matter.

Why should our kids only be able to become warriors? Why doesn't the eldest brother hope they can have a better future? They should at least learn some scriptures from our nephew.

Having been bombarded with Big Ear Brother's shrill voice all night, Liu Feng's gaze was naturally strange upon finally seeing him in person.

Liu Feng did not take credit for his achievements. He took the initiative to step forward and bow to Liu Bei, Guan Yu, and Zhang Fei with a serious and respectful attitude.

Liu Bei was naturally very satisfied, and Guan Yu and Zhang Fei also felt the respect their nephew showed them, their faces beaming with smiles.

"Father is hosting a banquet for Uncles Zhao and Tian today. It's a coincidence that I just acquired a treasure, which I can give to my two uncles as a gift."

"Oh?"

Liu Bei became interested, and Guan Yu and Zhang Fei also looked over curiously.

Liu Bei teased, "What kind of treasure is it? Why don't you give it to your father, Feng'er?"

Liu Feng answered fluently: "Although this item is very precious, it is not difficult to obtain. Moreover, its value lies not in keeping it on a high shelf or storing it in a treasury, but in using it for the benefit of the people."

"To be used for the benefit of the people?"

This time, it wasn't Liu Bei who spoke, but Guan Yu, who was standing beside him.

Although this second master had serious character flaws, it must be admitted that he had a strong sympathy for the people at the bottom of society. His sympathy for the people was genuine and not for seeking fame or profit.

Upon hearing that it could benefit the people, Guan Yu's interest grew even stronger.

This second master rarely spoke, not because he was a good listener, but because his pride made him disdain talking to ordinary people. "Second Uncle, please allow me to keep you in suspense for a moment. May we wait until Uncle Zhao and Uncle Tian arrive, and then we can all watch together?"

A hint of surprise flashed in Guan Yu's phoenix eyes, but he didn't say anything more. He just stroked his long beard and nodded slowly.

Seeing that Guan Yu had agreed, Liu Bei and Zhang Fei would not object either.

Next, Liu Feng led Pan Zhang to his seat.

Afterwards, Liu Bei showed concern and warmth to Pan Zhang, his attitude was kind and his feelings were sincere, which deeply moved Pan Zhang.

When it comes to winning people's hearts and gaining their loyalty, my father is truly gifted, as if divinely inspired.

Before Pan Zhang could finish expressing his gratitude, Zhao Yun and Tian Yu arrived one after the other.

Liu Bei led his men outside to greet them, welcoming Zhao Yun and Tian Yu in. They then took their seats and the banquet began.

As soon as the banquet began, Liu Bei first toasted Zhao Yun and Tian Yu.

"Guorang and Zilong have followed me for many years, going through all kinds of hardships and difficulties, always by my side, selfless and devoted to public service."

Liu Bei spoke earnestly, his eyes filled with deep affection: "I am deeply grateful and will never forget you for a moment. Today, I would like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude with a cup of wine."

Zhao Yun was incredibly handsome, with a robust and strong physique, yet he didn't appear muscular. No wonder he was able to remain a legendary figure for two thousand years, making him arguably the top idol among the Three Kingdoms warriors.

You can be more skilled in combat than Zhao Yun, smarter than Zhao Yun, and even have a more glorious record than Zhao Yun.

However, Zhao Yun has always been the most popular among the people.

Although the Second Master became a god and the embodiment of loyalty and righteousness, in terms of personal affection, he was still three points inferior to Zilong.

The image of a white horse and silver spear is the most stylish depiction of this era.

Compared to Zhao Yun, Tian Yu appeared much more low-key.

It wasn't that Zhao Yun liked to show off, but rather that he was simply so eye-catching just by sitting there.

However, Tian Yu's talent was no less than Zhao Yun's.

Historically, Tian Yu served as the governor of Youyan for Cao Wei for a long time, and his power shook the northern frontier.

The many nomadic tribes in the northern frontier trembled at the mere mention of Tian Guorang's name, and were all willing to serve him to the death.

Later, he even came to Yangzhou to rack up some achievements, and got the "Tian Budong" achievement from Emperor Sun Shiwan.

In terms of talent, this person is definitely at the level of a high-ranking official.

At this moment, Zhao Zilong and Tian Guorang were both young men, and they were moved to tears by Liu Bei's words.

Liu Feng stood by with a smile, but in his heart he couldn't help but sigh that even though his father was so good at winning people's hearts, he couldn't fill his stomach with empty promises.

Historically, Tian Yu and Zhao Yun would have left at this point, at least half of the time because Liu Bei hadn't treated them fairly.

Fortunately, I've arrived, and all of this will eventually change.

Sure enough, Liu Bei followed up by announcing the results of his discussion with Liu Feng the previous night.

"Guorang, I wish to appoint you as a separate commander, stationed in Lanling, concurrently serving as the magistrate of Lanling County, and in charge of all matters related to the military farms in Lanling."

Upon hearing this, Tian Yu's eyes immediately turned red.

(End of this chapter)