Lord in the Mythical Three Kingdoms

Chapter 96: Fierce General Hua Xiong in the Kansai Region

Indeed, Cao Cao stood still, thinking to himself:

"Does Long Jue Ming lack confidence in the relationship between our allied forces? Does he believe that we won’t unite?!"

"But, didn’t we all gather here to rescue the Emperor and eliminate the traitor Dong Zhuo?!"

"Why would someone stab us in the back at a time like this?"

At this moment, Cao Cao still had confidence in the allied forces. He believed that, under the leadership of Yuan Shao, the allied forces would definitely rescue the Emperor.

However, he overlooked Yuan Shao’s ambition for independence. The reason Yuan Shao came to confront Dong Zhuo so openly this time was not just to save the Emperor but also to gain political capital for future power struggles.

After returning to the camp, Long Chen urgently summoned Xi Zhicai to discuss the matter. Before long, Xi Zhicai walked into the tent with a light and frivolous step.

Long Chen was initially happy to see Xi Zhicai, but upon noticing his paler complexion and unsteady steps, his mood darkened. He said:

"Zhicai! Did you secretly drink alcohol again!?"

Xi Zhicai, feeling guilty, lowered his head and remained silent.

"How many times have I told you not to drink? Why don’t you listen? Your constitution is already weak. If you catch a cold after drinking, what will happen?"

Long Chen was truly angry this time. He knew about Xi Zhicai’s extraordinary talent, the Golden Gift of Heaven, which increased the probability of falling ill by 50%.

He also knew that illnesses in the game needed to be treated by specialized physician characters. Xi Zhicai’s talent made him susceptible to illnesses, and Long Chen had warned him repeatedly.

"Why don’t you listen to me? I’ve said it many times – no drinking. If you catch a cold, what will happen?"

Long Chen sighed. It seemed he needed to find a renowned physician like Hua Tuo to ensure Xi Zhicai’s health. He didn’t want him to end up like in history, dying prematurely.

"Okay, okay, Lord, I will pay more attention in the future! Let’s discuss official matters now! Does Lord summon me today regarding Yuan Shu’s matter?"

"Hmm? How did you know? I haven’t told you yet!" Long Chen was surprised.

Xi Zhicai had an uncanny ability to guess his thoughts, much like a mind reader. ƒree𝑤ebnσvel.com

"I saw Lord ordering Zhongkang to fight against the army led by Ji Ling yesterday, and I figured there must be a problem with Yuan Shu!" Xi Zhicai said with a fluttering feathered fan.

"Do you know that the valiant general Sun Wentai has a close relationship with Yuan Shu?" Long Chen asked.

"As Lord’s military advisor, how could I not know these things? I have investigated thoroughly since yesterday!" Xi Zhicai replied, fanning himself with the feathered fan.

Xi Zhicai sighed again:

"Ah, this time it’s truly troublesome. Yuan Shu himself is powerful, holding the position of the Four Ministers and Three Excellencies. Add to that Sun Wentai’s assistance, and it’s not an exaggeration to say that he is currently the most influential lord in the world!"

"If Lord offends him, the days ahead won’t be easy."

"Zhicai, do you have a good plan?"

"Divide and conquer!" Xi Zhicai smiled slightly.

"Hmm? Explain in detail!"

"The reason Sun Wentai relies on Yuan Shu is mainly for money and provisions!"

Pausing for a moment, Xi Zhicai continued:

"If he had sufficient money and provisions himself, the restraining effect Yuan Shu has on him would not be as pronounced!"

"The fierce tiger won’t submit to others for too long! He possesses the pride of a king in the mountains and forests!"

"Hahaha!"

Long Chen applauded, praising:

"Zhicai, indeed! In a short time, you’ve found a breakthrough!"

Taking a deep breath, he continued:

"Correct! Just as Sun Wentai personally led his troops to fight at Sishui Pass, I can boldly speculate that as the military supply officer, Yuan Shu may not generously supply provisions to Sun Jian’s army!"

After hearing this, Xi Zhicai, after a brief contemplation, turned his eyes.

Excitedly, he said:

"Lord! Your speculation is not unreasonable! Given Yuan Shu’s character, there is indeed a high probability that he will cut off the provisions for the fierce tiger Sun Jian in Jiangdong!"

"So, this is the best time for us to take action!"

"We can supply provisions to Sun Jian, and even, when necessary, provide assistance. This way, our army will have a harmonious relationship with Sun Wentai’s Changsha army!"

"Add some fuel and vinegar, sow discord between Sun Jian and Yuan Shu, win over Sun Jian, and we can establish a three-legged power!"

"Even if Yuan Shu wants to settle scores in the future, the loyal and righteous Sun Wentai will certainly not attack our forces. We can even join forces with Sun Wentai to resist Yuan Shu!"

Long Chen: ...

"I’m impressed! This is the wisdom of a five-star god-tier strategist! Your thinking is extremely agile! You can gather a complete strategic plan based on the slightest clues!"

"Amazing! Truly amazing!"

However, what Long Chen didn’t know was that in Xi Zhicai’s heart, similar admiration was rising for him.

He didn’t expect the Lord to possess such formidable predictive ability, foreseeing Yuan Shu’s inevitable cutoff of supplies.

The Lord truly has unparalleled wisdom!

I almost didn’t think of it.

At this moment, the two of them unexpectedly looked at each other with mutual understanding, unable to help but gaze into each other’s eyes.

Long Chen: "Zhicai, why haven’t you left..."

Xi Zhicai: "..."

"Okay, I’ll leave right away!"

"Remember not to drink! Otherwise, military law awaits!"

In the north of Ji Province, Lord Bao Xin pondered Sun Jian’s forward position. Concerned that Sun Jian might seize the first merit, he secretly transferred his younger brother Bao Zhong.

Leading eight thousand cavalry and taking a shortcut, Bao Zhong arrived directly below Sishui Pass, challenging for a battle.

Eager to achieve military merit, Bao Zhong, riding a tall war horse, shouted loudly beneath the grand Sishui Pass:

"Who are the commanders here? Hurry up and open the city gates to surrender!"

"Otherwise, wait until our allied forces arrive, and you’ll all have no place to bury yourselves!"

Atop Sishui Pass was a giant of nine feet, with a tiger-like back and wolf-like waist, a rough and majestic appearance. He wore a deep purple, imposing warrior armor and wielded a tiger-headed long knife!

Just standing on the city wall, there is an imposing momentum of one man guarding the pass, impregnable to tens of thousands.

Truly a formidable opponent!!!

Upon hearing the arrogant appearance of Bao Zhong below, Huaxiong’s thick eyebrows twisted. freёwebnovel.com

With dignity, he said, "Who is this? Which lord’s subordinate?"

Huaxiong’s deputy, Hu Zhen, saw the banner below with the character "Bao" written on it.

Then he inquired tentatively, "Could it be a subordinate of Bao Xin, one of the nineteen vassals and the ruler of Ji Province?"

Huaxiong scratched his ear, disdainfully saying, "I thought it was a famous general coming! Who is this Bao Xin? I haven’t even heard of him!"

"Never mind, let’s end this with a single blow. It’s good to put the Prime Minister at ease early and earn some rewards..."

Then Huaxiong led three thousand cavalry from the Xiliang, flying down from the pass.

He loudly shouted, "Since the rebel general has come, leave your head behind!"