The Three Great Han Dynasties: Awaken Liu Bei with a scolding; you weave mats and sell sandals.

"Husband, please don't blame my sister. She's only doing this for your own good."

Xu pursed her lips and then served Liu Hong some food.

Liu Hong ate a few bites with gusto.

When she looked up again, Xu's clear eyes sparkled with emotion.

"My husband~"

Xu said in her captivating voice.

Then, she could no longer make a sound.

And then...

The moonlight tonight is truly beautiful.

The croaking of frogs filled the air.

Even the maids in the courtyard had their faces flushed red by the moonlight, and their eyes were brimming with tears.

……

The next day, at dawn.

The croaking of frogs has ceased!

It was accompanied by a creaking sound.

Liu Hong walked out of the room, supporting his back.

Xu's face was flushed, her eyes were moist, and her plump figure made her look even more charming as a young woman.

Especially her wide-sleeved robe, which resembled white clouds, subtly accentuated her large hips, highlighting her graceful curves.

"My husband, have you come again today?"

Xu asked coquettishly.

Liu Hong looked embarrassed and chuckled, wanting to shake his head in refusal. But then he looked at the radiant Xu Shi in front of him and nodded as if possessed.

His throat went dry, causing the maids serving him in the courtyard to chuckle softly.

"It will come, it will come."

After leaving the Xu family compound, Liu Hong had already eaten breakfast.

At that moment, he subconsciously left the Liu residence and came to that solemn fortress.

……

On the armory.

Liu Hong raised his leg and bent over, channeling his strength throughout his body. He then swung his spear with great power, making it fly in all directions.

Gradually, the nourishing food eaten this morning was digested and transformed, which helped to unblock the meridians throughout the body.

He exhaled a breath of stale air, and the fatigue he felt when he woke up this morning was swept away with the surge of energy. He was now full of energy and showed no sign of ferocity.

"We'll look at Liu Garden's accounts another day. One month is enough. From now on, we'll change it to one quarter. You'll be in charge every month, and then I can rest assured."

Seeing Liu Yuanqi approaching from a distance, Liu Hong took the initiative to speak.

Previously, it was fine for him to manage Liu Garden incidentally, but now he has witnessed the interpersonal relationships and responsibilities in officialdom, in addition to having to keep an eye on Liu Family Private School from time to time.

With so many things weighing on my mind, it's time to divide up the affairs of Liu Garden again.

"Understood, Master."

Liu Yuanqi nodded and put the account book aside, but his figure did not go far away. He took something out of the servant's arms.

"This is?"

Liu Hong frowned and asked softly.

"Medicated wine".

Liu Yuanqi spoke in a proper tone, uttering two large characters.

"In recent days, I have noticed that the head of the family has been sweating slightly on his forehead, which suggests that he is showing signs of exhaustion."

"It just so happens that Bo Cai led the newly recruited righteous men of the manor and hunted a wild tiger in the nearby mountains. The tiger bones and meat have long been separated, and the medicinal wine made with tiger penis has been brewing for some time. With the addition of other medicinal materials, the effect is excellent."

"It's just right to offer it to the head of the family so he can replenish his vital energy and blood."

Liu Yuanqi continued, "The patriarch has worked tirelessly for the Liu family these past few days, and this is just a small token of our appreciation from the clan."

Looking at the tiger penis wine in front of him, Liu Hong felt his throat tighten.

But look at Liu Yuanqi's sincere expression.

He could only manage a wry smile before accepting the offer, while offering words of encouragement: "Yuanqi, you've gone to a lot of trouble. But you still need to focus your energy on important matters. Just let things take their natural course regarding this household."

"Indeed, we should let nature take its course."

Liu Yuanqi agreed with Liu Hong's words, and then, under Liu Hong's astonished gaze, he added, "The head of the family is now highly respected and has settled down in Zhuojun. Having only one wife is indeed a bit too few."

"In order to perpetuate the bloodline of my Liu family and ensure that the name of the Liu family of Zhuojun continues to be passed down, please rest assured, the clan has been searching far and wide for suitable women of similar age."

"If we find one, we will have the head of the family personally select one to add to the Liu family's ranks."

At this point, Liu Yuanqi said with great regret, "It's just that Xuande is still a bit too young, otherwise he could have helped the Liu family's lineage. It's truly a pity."

Liu Hong's gaze trembled slightly as he looked at Liu Yuanqi in front of him. He never expected that the other party would make such an outrageous demand, not only eyeing him but also plotting against his teenage son, Liu Bei.

They'll stop at nothing to advance their family's interests.

"The patriarch frowned. Why is that? Is it because you are unwilling?"

As Liu Yuanqi spoke, he took out a portrait that had been prepared beforehand, and the portrait slowly unfolded.

The awkwardness on Liu Hong's face instantly turned into a smile of relief: "How could I not be willing? Yuan Qi, you've gone to so much trouble to handle all these matters."

"It's alright. Everything else is insignificant when it comes to the Liu family."

Liu Yuanqi continued solemnly.

Looking at the lovely women in those portraits, Liu Hong felt that it was indeed worth sacrificing everything for the Liu family.

It's just a matter of working a little harder, isn't it?

Yu Ji is so fierce, even the Overlord can't withstand her.

He, Liu Hong, can handle it.

……

After spending half a day at the fortress manor, Liu Hong then took a stroll around the government office before returning to the manor.

I will eventually return to this house.

Liu Bei only made a brief appearance at the dinner table, scooped up his own food, and then, with remarkable foresight, got up and left.

The next things the parents will discuss.

He is still young.

He should focus most of his energy on the important matter of revitalizing the family business; it's better to keep his personal feelings for his children at bay.

The first thing a young person should guard against is lust, and Liu Bei should respectfully decline and keep his distance.

"Xuande has grown up and become sensible."

Mr. Wu was particularly pleased.

Liu Hong chuckled.

Previously, Liu Bei wove mats and sold shoes; now he is unjust and unfilial. It would be good to give him a few more younger brothers so that he can share the burden of the potential future power struggles for the throne.

Liu Hong silently made a decision in his heart, but his face remained sincere: "Madam, tonight..."

He looked at him with pleading eyes.

Wu grabbed Liu Hong's hand, whether to comfort him or to prevent him from escaping, it was unclear.

"My husband~"

Wu said coquettishly, then her tone turned somewhat self-pitying: "Does my husband think I'm only doing this for myself? How could I be so reckless?"

"My husband has been working too hard these past few days. How can you keep going to my sister's place? I know the importance of a balance between work and rest."

"Madam, Madam..."

Liu Hong was deeply moved, a warm feeling welling up inside him.

Wu's charming gaze, filled with the allure of spring, gently turned towards Liu Hong, moving slightly closer to him.

Although their bodies weren't touching, the woman's perfume scent silently wafted into Liu Hong's nostrils.

"My husband~"

Wu's soft and gentle voice carried a sweet fragrance.

"My husband should come to my room tonight. I've been feeling a little uneasy these past few days. He can't possibly keep spoiling my sister and forget about me, can he?"

Suddenly, Wu revealed a soft and cute demeanor like a little girl, blinked her eyes, and said in a coquettish and adorable tone.