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Zhuge Liang was a wise man of his time. One day, Liu Bei, together with Guan Yu and Zhang Fei, went to Longzhong to visit Zhuge Liang. he was not home.
A few days later, Liu paid a visit. But Zhuge Liang was still not home.
Liu was eager to get from Zhuge Liang. So he paid a third visit to Zhuge Liang's thatched cottage (茅屋). This time, Zhuge Liang was taking a nap
Liu arrived. Liu waited till Zhuge Liang woke up. When Zhuge Liang woke up, Liu said sincerely (真挚地;真诚地), "For a time, I have known that you are a wise man. I come to you to be my adviser."
Zhuge Liang was moved by Liu. He agreed to help. Zhuge Liang's help, Liu successfully up his kingdom (王国).
Liu Bei paid three visits to invite Zhuge Liang to be adviser. We should treat talented people patiently and sincerely.