Three Kingdoms: Domination of the World

Suo Chao quickly walked to Prime Minister Zhuge's bedside, his eyes filled with respect and concern. He gazed deeply at the dying Marquis, and an indescribable emotion welled up in his heart.

Suo Chao stood there quietly, as if time had stood still. He gazed at Prime Minister Zhuge's pale, withered face, and couldn't help but recall his life's achievements. Prime Minister Zhuge, a man of exceptional wisdom and strategy, had devoted countless years to his country and its people. Now, he lay bedridden, his life in danger.

Suo Chao took a deep breath, calmed himself down, and then said softly:

"Suo Chao pays his respects to Prime Minister Zhuge. I have some medical experience and would like to offer my humble assistance to the Prime Minister. Your illness is not incurable; with active treatment, you will surely recover. Please do not worry too much and just rest and recuperate."

After saying this, Suo Chao's eyes were firm and confident. He knew that he had a huge responsibility on his shoulders, but he also believed that he had the ability to cure Prime Minister Zhuge's illness.

Zhuge smiled bitterly, but did not reject Suo Chao's kindness. He knew that Suo Chao did this out of concern and respect for him.

Suo Chao took a deep breath and began to unleash his unique skill—the Thirty-Six Heavenly Gang Soul-Restoring Needles. This acupuncture technique, acquired through years of practice, could stimulate the body's potential and repair damaged meridians and blood.

Suo Chao's fingers flew as he quickly inserted silver needles into Zhuge's acupuncture points. Each needle was so precise that it seemed to contain endless mysteries.

"Blood-activating needle!" Suo Chao shouted softly, and the first silver needle sank deep into Zhuge's body. Suddenly, a warm current gushed out from the needle tip, quickly spreading throughout his body, and his originally pale face gradually regained some color.

"Qi-boosting needle!" The second needle followed, Suo Chao's technique becoming increasingly skilled. With this needle, Zhuge felt the Qi in his body begin to flow, and his originally weak breathing became much more stable.

"Resurrection Needle!" The third needle was even more exquisite. Suo Chao's eyes were focused and determined. When the silver needle was inserted, Zhuge's spirits lifted, as if a force was awakening his long-dormant soul.

"Tissue repair needle!" As the last silver needle fell, beads of sweat began to form on Suo Chao's forehead. But a pleased smile appeared on his face, because he knew he had succeeded.

Under the effects of the Thirty-Six Heavenly Gang Soul-Returning Needles, Zhuge's body gradually recovered. His Qi and blood, which had been depleted for a long time, slowly replenished, and his complexion became much more rosy.

However, this was only the beginning. In the days that followed, Suo Chao would daily administer acupuncture and prepare warming and nourishing decoctions to help Zhuge regain his health. Zhuge, deeply aware of the depth of this debt, secretly vowed to repay Suo Chao's life-saving grace doubly in the future.

Suo Chao's medical skills were so extraordinary that he was like a medical immortal. Under his meticulous treatment, Prime Minister Zhuge's condition had almost fully recovered.

Zhuge Liang slowly sat up, with gratitude in his eyes, and started chatting cordially with Suo Chao as if he were talking to a friend regardless of age.

"Thank you, little doctor, I feel much better now!" Zhuge said excitedly.

"Prime Minister, there is something I have always wanted to say, but I am too embarrassed to speak out. Shu Han currently has a population of only one million. If we send troops on such frequent expeditions, I am afraid it will be difficult to realize the plan of reviving the Han Dynasty!" Suo Chao said bluntly.

"Oh! I wonder what your opinion is on this, young master?" Zhuge asked curiously.

"Give up the Northern Expedition and take a break for a while. We can focus on farming, vigorously develop agriculture, and increase the population. In this way, the future will be full of hope." As Suo Chao spoke, he took out potatoes and sweet potatoes and introduced the high-yield characteristics of these two crops to Zhuge in detail.

After hearing this, Zhuge Liang was immediately intrigued and listened attentively, as if immersed in a whole new world. However, it was too difficult for him to give up the Northern Expedition. This was the last will of the late Emperor Liu Bei and also his lifelong pursuit and mission.

"Young sir, this is absolutely impossible. The Northern Expedition is the will of the late emperor and it must not be changed." Zhuge coughed several times in succession and spoke in a rapid breath.

His eyes were firm and persistent, as if nothing could shake his resolve for the Northern Expedition. Suo Chao watched him silently, a surge of admiration welling up in his heart. Although he knew that Prime Minister Zhuge's persistence might bring more difficulties and challenges, he also understood the wisdom of this wise man's deep conviction and loyalty.

"The world is big! If things cannot be done, the Shu army and civilians can retreat overseas. Jiaozhou, Yizhou and Zhuyazhou are all good." Suo Chao took out another world map, pointed out the locations of these three places, and gestured as he spoke.

After reading this, Zhuge Liang also became interested in these three places. Suo Chao couldn't change the course of history. He could only let things take their course. He told Wu Hou that there was an island called Wa overseas, a future enemy of the Han Dynasty. If possible, they could ally with Wei and Wu and send troops to destroy it as soon as possible.

"Well! Wo Island is good! If things can't be done, then retreating here is not bad." Zhuge gently shook the feather fan, staring at the map of Wo Island, and said thoughtfully.

Suo Chao and Zhuge Wuhou enjoyed a lively conversation, ranging from astronomy and geography to statecraft, poetry and songs to the philosophy of life. It seemed as if they had an endless supply of topics to discuss. Time slipped by unnoticed, night fell, and the lights began to light, but their enthusiasm remained undimmed.

Suo Chaoyue became more and more excited, and waved his hand, saying proudly:

"Prime Minister Zhuge, I deeply admire your talent and wisdom. To show my sincerity, I have decided to leave you 5000 kilograms of potato and sweet potato seeds. These seeds have been carefully selected and cultivated, and have extremely high yield and quality. I hope that Shu can fully utilize these resources, vigorously develop agriculture, and ensure that the people live a life of plenty."

Zhuge Wuhou's eyes flashed with surprise and gratitude when he heard this. He knew that these potatoes and sweet potato seeds were of great significance to the Shu Kingdom. If they could be successfully planted and promoted, it would greatly improve the living conditions of the people.

"You're so thoughtful, young doctor. I'll carefully consider your suggestion. The Qin Dynasty was able to unify the world thanks to the legacy of its six generations; the Han Dynasty was able to conquer the Wolf's Lair thanks to the reigns of Emperor Wen and Emperor Jing." Zhuge Zheng nodded. He thanked Suo Chao and promised to make good use of the seeds to lead Shu to prosperity.

Suo Chao looked at this wise man with a clear mind and a heart for the world, and he was filled with admiration and anticipation. He believed that under the leadership of Zhuge Liang, Shu would surely forge a unique path of development and become a powerful and prosperous nation.