Mythical Three Kingdoms

Liu Zhang and the others at this moment seemed to realize that Ji Xiang seemed quite familiar with Chen Xi, and it wasn’t the kind of familiarity between a man and woman, but rather a professional familiarity.

Therefore, after Chen Xi sent Ji Xiang away, Liu Zhang curiously asked, "Minister Chen of Agriculture, what’s the background of this girl named Ji Xiang? It seems you and Brother Xuande both pay attention to her, is there something special about her?"

"Hmm, she’s considered one of the top ten physicians in the world today, and her specialty might be unparalleled. Arguably, if Spirit Talent truly evolves from a certain technique to the current extreme level, she has the potential to develop Spirit Talent." Chen Xi explained simply, "Consider her a very important, and needing protection, subordinate."

"Spirit Talent?" Zhang Song asked with a hint of confusion, though he understood Spirit Talent, he didn’t quite grasp what Spirit Talent meant.

Chen Xi briefly explained to Zhang Song, and Zhang Song instantly understood, "Indeed, she’s worth protecting like this, as women differ from us, after all."

"Don’t underestimate her, she’s quite dangerous." Chen Xi said helplessly, if she can make Lub Su feel uneasy upon meeting her, Ji Xiang is definitely not simple.

"Anyone who’s reached the extreme in a field involving wisdom is considered dangerous; with intent, they can cause significant damage." Zhang Song viewed such matters openly.

This is indeed true, additionally Zhang Song was very satisfied with Liu Bei because Liu Bei perceived him like any other person, though benevolent sympathy from others would be somewhat better than dislike, Zhang Song, being a proud and talented person, did not require others’ sympathy.

Thus, Zhang Song was very satisfied with Liu Bei, truly innately satisfied, if Liu Zhang’s current performance had not been quite good, and he could achieve great ambitions under Liu Zhang, he might have already sought alliance with Liu Bei.

However, due to this goodwill, Zhang Song didn’t hesitate to display himself in front of Liu Bei, although Zhang Song himself might not have noticed it.

"Zichuan, this Zhang Ziqiao is quite strange, he always seems to attract my attention." Liu Bei silently transmitted his voice to Chen Xi.

"Probably captivated by your Aura of Domination, wanting to grab onto you." Chen Xi casually replied, inadvertently glancing at Zhang Song, indeed noticing he was somewhat displaying himself.

"Does a Sage with Spirit Talent get captivated? He probably observes some advantage in me." Liu Bei has realized over the years that people with Spirit Talent typically possess unwavering will and courage, insight, and determination.

Speaking of which, Liu Bei has yet to encounter a Sage who proactively clings to him; they either observed from afar first or mingled for two years before deciding it was worthwhile to continue.

Of course, Liu Bei also consulted Cao Cao, finding that Cao Cao wasn’t much better off, even Xun Yu observed Yuan Shao from afar for a year before joining Cao Cao, proving that spreading Aura of Domination attracts others, just like Sunx Ce had Zhou Yu by his side.

However, military generals are indifferent to these things; they follow if they say they’ll follow, Aura of Domination is quite effective, but those who rely on brains, the smarter they are, the more intricate their minds, Aura of Domination is ineffective.

Like others wondering how Liu Bei managed to recruit Chen Xi, Liu Bei wonders how Sunx Ce managed to recruit Zhou Yu? Chen Xi still has moments of daze, but Zhou Yu is entirely a sharp ghost, how did Sunx Ce, with his muscular brain, manage to recruit him?

"As for advantages..." Chen Xi gazed upwards, Liu Bei has many advantages, but considering Zhang Song’s perspective, the most noteworthy advantage, "Lord Xuande, what do you think of Assistant Officer Zhang’s appearance?"

"Oh, it’s alright." Liu Bei glanced back, naturally speaking, his perception of beauty had been influenced lately by Dian Wei, Pang Tong, and Cao Cao, thus it seemed irrelevant whether someone was ugly or not; as long as they had brains and capability, and ugliness doesn’t hinder them becoming Prime Minister.

"I think we should bring them to the Weiyang Rear Hall first, pay respects to the Late Emperor and bestow a posthumous title." Chen Xi also didn’t want to delve deeply into one matter, knowing Zhang Song would calm down after meeting Dian Wei: ugly and lacking intelligence, even Cao Cao and Pang Tong liked Dian Wei.

"Agreed." Liu Bei nodded, concurring with this approach, thus informed Liu Zhang and Liu Yu, both leaving most escorts outside the palace, allowing them to return to the Ministry of Clan Affairs, and entering the Inner Palace with a few personal escorts.

At this point, there’s no need to discuss lifting armor and weapons, the Emperor is gone, and there’s no worthwhile treachery to discuss, naturally Liu Bei didn’t utter any such nonsense, especially since the Weiyang Palace Rear Hall is filled with people in armor, holding weapons.

"Brother Xuande, how is Wannian now?" Liu Zhang asked while walking with Liu Bei toward the palace, which reminded Liu Bei of a Grand Princess, to be honest, this princess’s presence had diminished to the point of being naturally overlooked.

"We entered Chang’an no more than an hour ahead of the Governor of Yizhou, needing to handle the Weiyang Front Hall’s remains, and prepare the Emperor’s coffin, have yet to meet the Grand Princess." Chen Xi noticed Liu Bei hesitating on how to answer, shaking his head to reply instead.

Frankly, the Han Dynasty Grand Princess held a high status, according to Han’s customs in prosperous times, "All Imperial Princesses are titled County Princesses, attire following the Marquis; those highly honored with additional title Grand Princess, attire following foreign kings," yet this era is tumultuous.

If not for the fact that Princess Wannian was only ten during Dong Zhuo’s Chaos, she might have suffered Dong Zhuo’s harm, and with Li Jue and later Cao Cao taking turns to rule, Princess Wannian could not easily find a good marriage.

After all, Han-Tang Princesses with good reputations are few in number, Han’s four hundred years blighted by preceding generations so thoroughly, if it were an era of Han Dynasty’s strength, there would be suitors even if Grand Princesses behaved wildly, but now...

Even though when Emperor Ling died, Princess Wannian was merely nine, not adopting ill habits despite witnessing Luoyang’s chaos, Chang’an’s chaos, watching firsthand a dynasty’s downfall, no opportunity to indulge like previous Grand Princesses, remaining virtuous, alas, still no one dared to marry.

Thus, as of now, Wannian is seventeen, still unmarried, residing in the imperial palace, rarely appearing before others, if not for Chen Xi browsing Chang’an’s information, responding to Liu Zhang’s inquiry, even he might not recall.

[Almost forgotten, the Grand Princess has the authority to nominate the next Acting for Son of Heaven, wonder about this Princess Wannian’s temperament, hope she’s not unreasonable, else it might become a hassle.] Chen Xi thought with some resignation.