The Third Volume of Kuaike Chapter 51: Historical Records Cannot Be Entirely Trusted

  "Mr. Zhang!"

  Yin Xu never thought that his polite greeting would shock everyone.

  Liu Bang stared at Yin Xu in surprise, his mind filled with doubts. Did they know each other? Otherwise, how would he have known Zhang Liang's courtesy name? Ying Bu found it strange that Dong Cheng brothers knew so many people! Xiao He widened his eyes, why did Zhang Liang suddenly appear beside Liu Bang, and his status was even higher than Zhou Bo, Cao Shen and others. While doubting Zhang Liang's identity, he also wondered how Yin Xu knew Zhang Liang.

  Zhang Liang was somewhat taken aback and said: "Does General Yin know me?"

  As soon as this was said, the crowd was shocked again. Obviously, Zhang Liang did not know Yin Xu. Why could he call out Zhang Liang's style name as soon as he spoke?

  Yin Xu realized the problem, smiled secretly in his heart, and indeed got excited earlier. Seeing Liu Bang didn't feel anything special, but Zhang Liang was different. In his eyes, among Chu and Han, the wisest one was Zhang Liang. If not for him, Liu Bang wouldn't have been able to achieve great things.

  Zhang Liang's wisdom also lies in his understanding of the fate of meritorious officials. Think about it, among the vassal kings and generals who led troops during the early Han dynasty, how many met a good end? Xiao He was a civil official with little influence on military matters, so Liu Bang didn't worry about him and continued to trust and favor him, making him the first person to be allowed to wear his sword while attending court. Han Xin was a military genius who almost single-handedly established the Han dynasty, but his great achievements made him a threat to the emperor, and he inevitably met a tragic end. Peng Yue and Ying Bu, those non-Liu vassal kings with powerful armies, would also meet the same fate of being boiled alive like rabbits or dogs.

  As one of the three heroes of the early Han Dynasty, Zhang Liang saw more clearly than anyone else, and he retired from politics early on, enjoying his life for many years. In his previous life, Yin Xu had visited the Temple of Zhang Liang in Hanzhong, Shaanxi Province, and he remembered that the bamboo trees in front of the temple were all curved, which locals cut down to make walking sticks. The curved bamboo may be a reflection of Zhang Liang's clever strategies throughout his life, knowing when to advance and retreat.

  At this time, suddenly seeing his idol in his heart, it's inevitable to be excited. According to the ancient custom, calling him Mr. Zi Fang is polite. But he shouted too quickly, and didn't wait for Liu Bang to finish introducing, otherwise there wouldn't have been such an awkward situation. So he had to think of a way to make excuses, fortunately the story was ready-made, no need to rack his brains.

  Yin Xu smiled lightly: "Mr. Zifang, from a noble family in Korea, with ancestors who were high-ranking officials for generations, his reputation has long been known outside. Unfortunately, he was hit by a stray arrow at Borangsaha, but Mr. Zifang's bravery and prestige are truly admirable, I have admired him for a long time."

  Everyone looked at each other in shock, but Xiang Yu reacted quickly and exclaimed: "That year at Bolangsha, Qin Emperor Ying Zheng almost got assassinated, was it not Master Zhang Liang who did it?"

  Bo Leisha, the Qin Shi Huang assassination incident, they had long been heard of, for this reason, Qin Huang also issued an order to search nationwide. No one expected that the brave assassin was Zhang Liang, and the eyes of admiration and respect naturally fell on Zhang Liang.

  Only then did Zhang Liang's face reveal a look of astonishment, as he stared at Yin Xu in disbelief. Liu Bang, Xiao He, and Ying Bu had already reacted, and simultaneously, doubts arose in their minds. Zhang Liang was perplexed, for Yin Xu knew that his family background was not humble - they were originally from the noble family of Korea, and what's more, Xiang Bo from Guiji was a close friend of his.

  How did he know about this good deed of Li Bogu? Looking at Zhang Liang's expression, everyone was also puzzled.

  Zhang Liang sighed and said: "It's a pity that we didn't kill the Qin Emperor in one move. But how did General Yin know about this matter?"

  Uh……Yin Xu noticed the expressions of the crowd and immediately realized that something was wrong again. He had originally wanted to cover it up, but didn't expect things to get more and more out of hand. A question involuntarily arose in his mind: According to what is clearly written in the "Records of History", Zhang Liang was a noble from Korea, whose family had produced prime ministers for five generations. After Korea's destruction, Zhang Liang spent all his wealth to invite a strongman and forge an iron hammer weighing 120 jin, preparing to assassinate Qin Shi Huang. When Qin Shi Huang's motorcade passed by Bolangsha, the strongman threw the hammer but mistakenly hit the vice-carriage.

  Yin Xu immediately realized where the problem lay, and history indeed proved it. However, from occurrence to widespread knowledge, there is a process, and this glorious deed has not been spread yet. At that time, Qin Shi Huang was assassinated and must have been furious, with the whole country searching for the assassin, Zhang Liang could only hide his identity and go into hiding. At that time, he absolutely dared not to proclaim everywhere that he had assassinated Qin Shi Huang, wasn't that seeking death?

  So this matter has not been spread now, and only Zhang Liang himself and his close relatives know it. How can it be said from Yin Xu's mouth? Zhang Liang is known for his wisdom, if he fabricates randomly, he will naturally be recognized by him. Thinking of this, a flash of light flashed in Yin Xu's mind.

  Yin Xu's face was warm and gentle, with a smile: "Mr. Zi Fang doesn't have to be surprised, I'm lucky to have seen Huang Shi Gong before, and got his guidance. I admire Mr. very much for his heroic deeds, unfortunately, I had no chance to meet him, today I finally fulfilled my wish."

  Who is Huangshi Gong? What kind of person is he? Everyone looked at each other in confusion.

  Zhang Liang's eyes darted about, and he hesitated for a moment before sincerely asking: "General Yin, have you met the elderly Huang Shi Gong?"

  Yin Xuke cupped his hands and said: "A few years ago, I had the good fortune to meet Huang Shigong at Pengli Ze's side. He kindly pointed out a few things to me for several days, which was truly enlightening. He often mentioned you, and I have always admired you deeply. Mr. Zifang has studied the 'Su Book' for many years, and surely has made great progress. If there is an opportunity, I would like to seek your guidance."

  This time Zhang Liang really believed, when he assassinated the First Emperor of Qin and failed, he was wanted and hid in the lower reaches of the Bian River. One day on a bridge, he met an old man who deliberately threw his shoes under the bridge and asked Zhang Liang to pick them up. Out of respect for the elderly, Zhang Liang picked up the shoes, but the old man asked him to put them on for him. Although Mr. Zifu was furious, he patiently endured and put the shoes on the old man.

  The old man dropped a sentence "A young child can be taught" and left, and made an appointment with Zhang Liang to meet at the bridgehead five days later. When Zhang Liang arrived five days later, the old man had already arrived and did not blame him for being late, and again set a deadline of five days. This happened three times, and finally, Zhang Liang won the old man's approval and was given a book, which was "The Art of War".

  Only he and Huang Shi knew about this matter, if it weren't for Huang Shi's announcement, Yin Xu wouldn't have known. He nodded slightly and asked sincerely: "Is Old Man Huang Shi doing well? Where is he now?"

  From Zhang Liang's expression and words, Yin Xu was certain that he had been deceived this time. In fact, Zhang Liang and Xiang Bo knew each other well, and Yin Xu originally wanted to say that he had learned it from Xiang Bo, but thinking that Ying Bu and others were by his side, Zhang Liang would likely see Xiang Bo in a short time, wouldn't he soon be exposed? So he took the risk of saying Huang Shi Gong, a hermit who usually appears and disappears suddenly, making it extremely difficult to confront him.

  Yin Xiang loudly said: "He is in good health, everything is fine, but his whereabouts are unknown. When he left Peng Zeze, he said he wanted to travel the world, and it's not clear where he went." He didn't know that Huang Shigong and a few other old men had another name - Shangshan Si Hao, and maybe they would meet again after many years.

  Everyone now understood that Huangshi Gong was a high-ranking official who had previously pointed out to them and they still had a fraternal relationship. Liu Bang was the clearest, he had seen Zhang Liang's knowledge and Yin Jue's reputation was also there, it seemed that he was a famous door and a high foot, and his name was true. Liu Bang also remembered that Yin Jue had understood him in detail before, and now he knew Zhang Liang very well, and admired him extremely. While admiring Yin Jue, his attention to Zhang Liang went further, his eyes fell on Zhang Liang's body, and he thought: This man is a great talent, he must not be let go!

  So saying, everyone suddenly understood and laughed together towards the military camp in South City. At this time, Tongshan City was filled with blood and corpses all over the ground, how could it be a place to entertain guests?

  Riding alongside Liu Bang and Zhang Liang, Yin Xu's heart still had lingering fears. It seems that from now on, he must be more careful with his words and actions. This was a "bloody" lesson - historical records absolutely cannot be trusted!