——Nanyang.
Since Zhuge Xuan passed away years ago, Zhuge Liang has been living in seclusion in Longzhong.
He refers to himself as "Wolong" (Crouching Dragon).
This behavior naturally drew most people's disdain.
Even knowing that Zhuge Liang was taught by the Gu Clan, such arrogant talk still made people dissatisfied.
Only those familiar with Zhuge Liang believed in his abilities.
And Liu Bei was one of them.
Liu Bei attached great importance to this meeting with Zhuge Liang.
Upon reaching Longzhong, he dismounted and walked, showing his sincerity.
This made Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, and Zhao Yun somewhat unwilling.
Liu Bei's reputation was not low at the time.
Even though he was dependent on Liu Biao, he was still a lord of the realm and a heroic leader.
The most crucial point is—
His reputation among the people was very high.
Everyone across the land had heard of Liu Bei's "benevolence."
In contrast, Zhuge Liang had no official reputation.
