My Three Kingdoms is not right

Liu Bei sat down again, pulled out a bundle of straw from under the table, picked out a few thick and even ones, soaked them in water, and then began to demonstrate.

"To make shoes, you first need to twist rope." Her fingers moved nimbly, twisting several straws together and gently rubbing them to form a sturdy rope. "The rope needs to be twisted tightly so that the shoes will be durable."

Liu Xun sat next to her, watching intently, occasionally asking, "Is this how it is?" or "How should this part be stored?"

Liu Bei gave instructions one by one, his movements gentle and patient.

Guan Yu and Zhang Fei stood aside, watching this unbelievable scene, rubbing their eyes repeatedly.

They had hoped that His Highness would persuade Liu Bei to cheer up and rekindle her ambitions.

Why are you suddenly joining in weaving straw sandals?

Zhang Fei opened his mouth as if to say something, but Guan Yu stopped him with a look.

Guan Yu gently shook his head, grabbed her wrist, and dragged her out.

They could throw tantrums and get emotional with Liu Bei because he was their sworn sister, and they would never really be angry.

But Liu Xun was different.

He is a princess, and he is her boss.

They have no right or standing to point fingers.

Never mind, let them be.

……

Liu Xun's fingers moved nimbly through the straw ropes, his movements gradually becoming more skilled than before.

Liu Bei sat beside him, occasionally offering pointers, but mostly just watching quietly.

Looking at the boy's focused profile, watching his long, slender, fair fingers deftly move, and watching the straw sandals he was weaving gradually take shape.

The frustration, anxiety, and confusion that had been weighing on my mind these past few days seem to be gradually being left behind.

Although I haven't found the answer, I have this person by my side.

"Alright!" Liu Xun held up a pair of straw sandals he had woven, examining them from all angles, his face full of pride. "How about it? Doesn't it look decent?"

Doing crafts is a great way to relieve stress.

Cross-stitch, Perler beads, 3D printing... each generation has its own fun.

Although he only studied for an hour, the shoes he made already looked quite decent.

"Your Highness is exceptionally intelligent," Liu Bei exclaimed sincerely.

Just then, a semi-transparent system notification suddenly appeared before Liu Xun's eyes:

[Player has completed a hand-knitted item. Do you want to learn the new skill "Skillful Hands"?]

Liu Xun was slightly taken aback, then silently recited in his mind: "Study."

[Congratulations to the player for acquiring the new skill: Dexterity. Current level: Level 1.]

[Triggering Dexterity: At the current level, you will be rewarded with 1 point of Strategy for each completed craft item.]

Liu Xun's eyes suddenly lit up.

[Player: Liu Xun]

[Wu Li: 87 Club starter, All-Star reserve.]

[Charm: Your stunningly handsome appearance (94) makes you a femme fatale in this world.]

[Strategy: The education from 31 different dimensions will give you, with your ordinary talents, extraordinary insights.]

[Bond Attributes:]

[A seemingly trivial but ultimately meaningless situation: It offers no real benefit, yet is somewhat unappetizing; its effectiveness allows for clear judgment of whether to advance or retreat. It allows one to see through people's hearts and discern the true intentions of their opponents. (Requires the item "Five-Zhu Coin," with a one-month cooldown.)]

[Shooting the Halberd at the Gate: The bow is drawn as full as a full moon, the arrow flies like a shooting star; at the gate a hundred paces away, the arrow strikes the halberd branch. This skill allows you to fire an arrow with a level 9 archery skill enhancement. (Cannot be used against people. Cooldown: one month.)]

[Skills Overview]

[Melee: Level 7]

[Riding Skill: Level 5]

Archery Skill: Level 3

[Cooking Skills: Level 7]

[Medical Skill: Level 3]

[Skilled Hands: Level 1]

Strategy value!

He finally found a way to increase his strategy value!

A pitiful 30 points, an attribute I'd almost given up on, but I never expected to trigger it by weaving straw sandals.

What kind of bizarre setting is this?

At level 1, a skilled craftsman can only gain 1 point of strategy by weaving a pair of shoes. So at level 5, wouldn't it gain 5 points at once?

Liu Xun's eyes lit up: "Xuande, can I come here often to learn how to weave straw sandals from you?"

"If Your Highness is willing, I will be ready to serve you at any time."

"Great! I'll knit another one while I have this opportunity." Liu Xun stretched and suddenly remembered something: "I was so busy playing that I forgot about the important matter."

"When I returned from Hanoi, I heard that Xuande had come to my villa to look for me. Was there anything important?"

Liu Bei paused slightly as he was gathering the straw ropes.

"I have a question that I would like to ask Your Highness."

She put down the straw rope in her hand, raised her head, and looked at Liu Xun.

He was granted the title of Left General and put in charge of the capital's military defenses. He gained the Emperor's trust and was bestowed the sword "Anhan," a sign of high expectations placed upon him.

"But Minister Cao also treats us extremely well. These days, we ride in the same carriage when we go out and sit at the same table when we come in."

"Forgive my boldness, but may I ask Your Highness what choice you would like me to make?"

She had just made up her mind in secret.

I'll stand on whichever side Your Highness is on, no more agonizing over it!

The hall was quiet for a moment.

Looking at the serious-looking girl in front of him, Liu Xun grinned and said, "General Zuo, in the end, it's just a job."

Liu Bei blinked blankly.

Liu Xun lowered his head and continued weaving straw sandals. "You work for the imperial court, and the imperial court pays you a salary."

"You must obey His Majesty's decree and follow the Minister of Works' requests. Why be so serious?"

Liu Bei was speechless, and for a moment he didn't know what to say.

She knew Liu Xun was right.

Instead of agonizing over which choice to make, it's better to turn a blind eye and settle for being the Left General.

But she was not reconciled.

Liu Bei, who rose from humble beginnings as a mat weaver and sandal seller to where she is today, did not rely on "living day by day," but on the fire in her heart.

That fire that has burned for many years and has never been extinguished.

That fire was ignited when she saw the people freezing and starving to death on the streets of Zhuojun; it burned when she saw the displaced refugees during her campaign against the Yellow Turbans; and it never went out when Lü Bu seized Xuzhou and Gao Shun defeated her in Xiaopei.

She was unwilling to just drift through life like this.

But she couldn't bring herself to say those words.

Seeing her silence, Liu Xun knew that his words had no effect.

He actually hoped that Liu Bei could stay out of it.

However, this woman appears gentle and easygoing, but deep down she possesses an unyielding and indomitable spirit.

Fine.

Liu Xun put down the straw sandals in his hand, sat up straight, and became serious.

"Xuande, do you have your own sense of righteousness in your heart?"

Liu Bei paused for a moment, then nodded solemnly: "Of course I do."

"That's enough." Liu Xun looked into her eyes. "Since you have a strong sense of right and wrong, then do what you believe is right."

"Maintaining independence and not being anyone's pawn. Being loyal to one's duties and cherishing the people—these are the foundations of one's character."

"As for the rest..." He paused, his tone becoming more serious, "Don't get involved in any underhanded schemes. Put everything out in the open and do it honestly."

"As long as this is done, even if ups and downs are inevitable, it will be enough to protect oneself."

After listening, Liu Bei stood up, straightened his clothes, and solemnly bowed to Liu Xun.

"Your Highness's teachings will be kept in mind."

……

After seeing Liu Xun off, Liu Bei stood in the hall, looking at the pair of straw sandals Liu Xun had woven on the table, and a long-lost smile appeared on his face.