Three Kingdoms: Domination of the World
Chapter 124 Mysterious Middle-aged Man
In the bustling city, Suo Chao slowly turned his head and looked at his younger sister Zhang Meiniang beside him, and said earnestly:
"Little sister! When we set up a stall to do business, the most important thing is to attract customers. You have to learn how to shout and attract customers."
Zhang Mei Niang was slightly stunned when she heard her brother's words, then said with difficulty:
"Brother, I don't know how to shout!" Zhang Meiniang frowned slightly, her eyes full of helplessness.
"Listen carefully. I'm shouting like this: Don't miss it if you pass by! A wallet can cure all diseases, and if it doesn't work, I won't charge you!" Suo Chao straightened up, cleared his throat, and said seriously.
After hearing this, Zhang Meiniang's face instantly showed a hint of shyness like the sunset glow. She lowered her head, her lips moved slightly, and she muttered softly:
"Ha, brother. It's so embarrassing to shout like this. I won't shout." Zhang Meiniang's face was flushed, and her fingers unconsciously tugged at the corner of her clothes.
Seeing this, Suo Chao frowned slightly, his expression became serious, and his voice became deeper:
"If you don't shout, I won't bring you out next time." Suo Chao's eyes revealed unquestionable determination.
Hearing this, Zhang Mei Niang panicked immediately. She raised her head hastily, her eyes full of panic, and nodded repeatedly in response:
"Ah? Brother, can't I just shout?"
So, she took a deep breath, as if mustering up all her courage, straightened her chest, and shouted loudly:
"Cure illnesses and save lives, bring people back to health with your miraculous hands! One dollar can cure all diseases, and if it doesn't work, no money!" The clear and sweet voice echoed melodiously in the bustling city like a cheerful breeze. Although Mei Niang's face was still a little shy, her eyes were more determined.
This is undoubtedly good news for ordinary people who are suffering from illnesses but are short of money. In this era, many people can hardly afford to eat and wear clothes, let alone pay for expensive medical expenses. When this news spread, it quickly attracted a group of sick people.
These people were gaunt and frail, yet their eyes gleamed with a desire for healing. They gathered together, sharing their ailments, as if they had found a glimmer of hope at Suo Chao's stall. The crowd hummed with chatter, some asking for treatments, others lamenting the injustice of fate.
Suo Chao stood in front of his stall, gazing at the surging crowd before him, a sense of mission welling up in his heart. His medical skills were exceptional; with just 26 needles, he had cured patients with various intractable illnesses, with immediate results. From time to time, exclamations and praises could be heard from the crowd:
"It's amazing! The stubborn disease that has troubled me for years has been cured!"
"This young genius doctor has superb medical skills. He is simply the reincarnation of Hua Tuo!" Facing everyone's praise, Suo Chao just smiled and nodded.
Word spread quickly. The news of a miracle healer arriving in Yumi County spread like wildfire. Suo Chao's stall was crowded with people, many of whom had rushed over after hearing the news.
At this time, a young man in elegant clothes squeezed to the front. He looked at Suo Chao expectantly and said:
"Little doctor, I heard that you are not only an excellent doctor, but also proficient in divination. Could you tell me my fortune?" After saying that, he handed over a gold cake.
Suo Chao glanced at the golden pancake and didn't take it. Instead, he smiled and replied:
"I have only a passing knowledge of medicine, and I cannot claim to be an expert in divination. However, if you have any confusion or worries, please share them, and perhaps I can help you analyze them."
"I wonder, young master, how do you predict the future of the Wei Kingdom?"
Suo Chao lowered his head in thought for a moment, then slowly raised his head, gazing deeply into the distance, as if he were seeing the future through endless time and space. His voice was low and firm:
"Wei's monarch, Cao Rui, was a wise ruler, but he was destined for an early death. Within five years, this young and promising monarch would be gone. Sima Yi, on the other hand, was a man of immense ambition and deep scheming. If nothing unexpected happened, Wei, and perhaps even the entire empire, would fall into the Sima family's grasp."
"Prime Minister Zhuge of Shu is very capable. Can't he help the Shu Kingdom?" The young man in gorgeous clothes asked with a slightly stiff expression.
"Prime Minister Zhuge is very capable, but he has to do everything himself. He has long been like a candle in the wind and the setting sun. He is nothing to be feared!" Suo Chao frowned and said with deep regret.
After hearing this, the middle-aged man was silent for a moment, as if thinking about something. Then he continued to ask:
"What about Sun Quan? Is he a wise ruler?" The middle-aged man leaned forward slightly, his eyes full of anxiety.
"Sun Quan was a wise ruler, but he became senile in his later years. When it came to appointing a crown prince, he followed in the footsteps of Liu Biao and Yuan Shao. This is a recipe for disaster!"
Suo Chao's words revealed a deep sense of worry and helplessness. He knew that the wheel of history rolled forward and could not be stopped, but he could not help but feel regret for the fate of the Wei Kingdom. If Cao and his son had lived a few more years, there would probably be no trouble from the Sima family.
"Sir, you are right! Please help me with my treatment." The man in fancy clothes pleaded.
Suo Chao was unaware that his unintentional actions had already shaken the world. The man in elegant attire asked for advice on the future of Wei. He replied that the world was vast, and there was no need for three nations to clash to the bitter end. It would be best to strive for peaceful coexistence and jointly expand into overseas territories. However, unification of the world was every monarch's ultimate goal, and it was difficult to change one's original intention.
Suo Chao told the young man that overseas resources were plentiful and that they could be targeted. He also handed the man in Chinese clothes a world map.
Soon, Wang Ping found Suo Chao and told him that General Jiang and Prime Minister Zhuge had come to see him. Suo Chao's mission in this world was to save Kong Ming, so without hesitation, he immediately followed Wang Ping to see General Jiang and Prime Minister Zhuge.
When Suo Chao returned to the Shu army camp, he found a heavy atmosphere permeating the entire camp. It turned out that not long ago, Wei Yan's forced intrusion had caused the lights of the Seven Star Life-Extending Formation to go out, and the formation was finally declared a failure.
Zhuge Liang was dying, as if he could die at any moment. Despite his illness, he began to explain the withdrawal to everyone. He spoke in a weak but firm voice:
"Generals, the failure of this Northern Expedition is truly God's will. I am now gravely ill and unable to recover, and I can no longer lead the army. We must withdraw quickly to preserve our strength and pursue greater goals in the future."
The generals nodded in agreement, expressing their willingness to follow the Prime Minister's orders. Zhuge Liang then made detailed arrangements for various matters, including the army's retreat route, the supply of food and fodder, and the establishment of defensive fortifications. His wisdom and calmness reassured the men.
However, despite having a clear plan, Suo Chao could still sense the deep unease among the Shu army. After all, Zhuge Liang had always been the soul of the army, and his departure would undoubtedly have a huge impact on the army.
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