三國演義 第二十六回｜脫離許都：劉備出逃，命懸一線 | Romance of the Three Kingdoms Episode 26｜Escape from Xuchang: Liu Bei’s Narrow Survival
衣帶詔事件爆發後，許都氣氛驟變，劉備已成曹操重點監視對象。察覺危機逼近，劉備決定果斷離開。在嚴密監控之下，他以出征為名成功脫身，展開驚險逃亡。這一離開，不僅是求生之舉，更是命運的重要轉折。
After the secret edict is exposed, Xuchang falls under intense scrutiny, and Liu Bei becomes a target of suspicion. Sensing imminent danger, he decides to leave. Under close watch, he cleverly escapes under the pretense of a military mission. This daring departure marks not only a survival move but also a crucial turning point in his destiny.
衣帶詔事件之後，許都的氣氛變得前所未有的緊張。
曹操大開殺戒，朝中忠臣幾乎被清洗殆盡。凡與密謀有關者，無一倖免。整個朝廷籠罩在恐懼之中，人人噤聲。
在這樣的局勢下，劉備的處境極為危險。
雖然他並未直接參與行動，但已被曹操列為重點觀察對象。青梅煮酒之後的那句話，更使曹操對其心存戒備。
劉備深知，自己若再留在許都，終將難逃一劫。
然而，離開並非易事。
許都守備森嚴，曹操對重要人物的行動監控極為嚴密。稍有異動，便可能引起懷疑。
在這樣的情況下，劉備必須尋找一個合理的理由。
機會，很快出現。
當時各地仍有動亂，曹操需派兵平定。劉備主動請命，表示願意出兵討伐，以分憂解難。
這一舉動，既合情合理，又符合其一貫形象。
曹操雖心存疑慮，但一時未察其真正意圖，加上戰事需要，最終批准其出征。
劉備成功取得離開許都的機會。
然而，真正的危險，才剛開始。
一旦離開途中被識破，便等同自投羅網。
劉備與關羽、張飛密謀行動，準備在出城後迅速脫離控制。他們行事低調，不敢有絲毫張揚。
出發之日，一切看似平常。
隊伍緩緩離開許都，守軍未起疑心。
直到遠離城池，劉備才逐步改變行軍方向，脫離原定路線。
這一刻——
他終於真正逃離曹操的掌控。
然而，這並不代表安全。
曹操遲早會察覺異常，一旦追兵出動，後果難以預料。
劉備一行人，只能加快行程，尋求新的落腳之地。
這次離開，象徵著一個重要的轉折。
從此之後，劉備不再是寄人籬下的客人，而是再次踏上自立之路。
但這條路——
依然充滿危險與未知。
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曹操察覺劉備出逃，立即派兵追擊。逃亡之路危機四伏，劉備能否成功脫身？
English Version
After the exposure of the secret edict, Xuchang becomes a place of fear and suspicion.
Cao Cao launches a brutal purge, eliminating those connected to the conspiracy. The court falls silent, as fear grips every official.
In this tense environment, Liu Bei finds himself in grave danger.
Although he was not directly involved, he is now under close watch. Cao Cao’s earlier recognition of his potential makes the situation even more dangerous.
Liu Bei understands that staying in Xuchang is no longer an option.
But leaving is not simple.
The city is heavily guarded, and movements are closely monitored. Any unusual action could lead to immediate suspicion.
He must find a legitimate reason to leave.
Soon, an opportunity arises.
With unrest still present in various regions, Cao Cao needs to deploy forces. Liu Bei volunteers to lead a campaign, presenting himself as loyal and proactive.
This move appears reasonable and aligns with his public image.
Although Cao Cao has doubts, he allows Liu Bei to proceed, partly due to military necessity.
Liu Bei secures his chance.
But the real danger lies ahead.
If his true intention is discovered during the journey, he will be captured.
Together with Guan Yu and Zhang Fei, Liu Bei carefully plans his escape. They act cautiously, avoiding attention.
On the day of departure, everything appears normal.
Their troops leave the city without raising suspicion.
Only after creating distance does Liu Bei change course, breaking away from the assigned route.
At that moment—
He is no longer under Cao Cao’s control.
Yet safety is far from guaranteed.
Once Cao Cao realizes what has happened, pursuit will be inevitable.
Liu Bei and his companions press forward, searching for a new place to regroup.
This escape marks a turning point.
No longer a dependent figure, Liu Bei once again steps onto his own path.
But that path remains uncertain—
And filled with danger.
