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Chapter 2634 The Opportunity for Breakthrough: Lü Bu Kills Ding Yuan! (Part 1)
"Of course, the mount is just the initial gift. This humble general also hopes that my lord can promise that if Lü Bu surrenders to you, you can grant him a title and official position to completely satisfy his appetite!" Li Su said quietly. At this moment, a strange and inexplicable power permeated the air, and Dong Zhuo was enveloped by it.

Hua Xiong and the others nearby seemed not to notice, but Li Ru saw the power emanating from Li Su, though he didn't say anything, thinking to himself, "I didn't expect Zi Shun to be a Grandmaster-level [Persuader]!"

This was something Li Su had never shown before.

After listening to Li Su's words, Dong Zhuo pondered for a moment, then looked at the thoughtful Li Ru, awaiting his opinion. Clearly, Dong Zhuo was also tempted by Li Su's words…

After listening to Li Su's analysis and deductions, Li Ru calmly considered them and also felt that they made sense. He had previously tried to win over Lü Bu by offering him mounts, powerful weapons, armor, money, resources, and official positions.

But Lu Bu completely ignored them... However, Lu Bu wasn't the kind of person who regarded money as dirt; he was also tempted by those resources...

Now that his fellow townsman Li Su has gone to persuade him, perhaps he can succeed. Is Lü Bu truly willing to remain loyal to Ding Yuan for life? Not at all. He simply lacks an excuse, an opportunity, and a way to leave the mountain!
When Li Ru and his men went to communicate with Lü Bu, he naturally refused. One reason was distrust, and the other was the fear that Dong Zhuo was using a divisive tactic.

With Li Su, a fellow townsman, as a backer, Lü Bu would be able to find an excuse to refute the claims in front of the world.

Most importantly, Li Su actually had a special profession.

"My lord desires to conquer the world; what is a horse to lose?!" Li Ru suddenly turned around and said in a powerful voice.

Upon hearing Li Ru's words, a look of contemplation and heartache appeared on Dong Zhuo's face.

After a long silence, Dong Zhuo said fiercely, "Since that's the case, for the sake of the world, I will reluctantly part with it!!!"

He was also a military general, and he was extremely eager for a mount. The Red Hare was a precious horse that he had gone through great lengths to acquire, and he cherished it even more than his wife.

Now, for the sake of the greater cause, he's abandoning his 'beloved wife'!
"Xiao Su, if you can successfully persuade Lü Bu to surrender, I will reward you handsomely." Dong Zhuo patted Li Su on the shoulder affectionately and said earnestly.

Li Su had been traveling the world with him since very early on. At that time, Li Su was just a young boy, but he was already very clever, so he was jokingly called Little Li Su. Later, he was simply called Little Su to show his affection.

"Rest assured, my lord, Zishun will certainly help you resolve your troubles!" Li Su nodded emphatically.

Zishun was the courtesy name of Li Su.

Dong Zhuo was overjoyed and patted Li Su on the shoulder, saying, "Good!"

He's growing to like Li Su more and more the more he looks at him...

Afterwards, Dong Zhuo took Li Su to his private horse farm and personally handed over the Red Hare horse to Li Su.

Then, on the fourth day, Dong Zhuo and Li Ru, along with Li Su, carefully selected a batch of rare resources, such as pills for breaking through to the Earth Rank and rare treasures for breaking through to the Heaven Rank. After that, Li Su, with a few attendants arranged by Li Ru, rode at full speed towards Ding Yuan's camp.

Along the way, Li Su pondered how to persuade Lü Bu. He hadn't seen Lü Bu for many years and wondered if Lü Bu had changed.

He knew that a person's character was difficult to change, but it was not impossible to change it.

"What about Lü Bu's information?" Li Su asked his attendant from inside the carriage.

A servant took a stack of papers from under the carriage seat and handed them to Li Su: "Sir, they're all here."

The attendants arranged by Li Ru were all very clever and familiar with the situation of Lü Bu and Ding Yuan.

Li Su examined Lü Bu's information and learned about his current position, title, and various details.

“It was uncertain before, but it’s certain now…” Li Su said with emotion.

He had previously heard that Lü Bu had sworn allegiance to Ding Yuan as his father for personal gain, and he somewhat believed it, but wasn't entirely certain. However, after reviewing a series of documents, he was completely convinced.

The success rate of this trip is 80-90%!

"The position of Tiger-General of the Central Army is a mismatch with his rank; it's a calculated move. First, use him to keep Lü Bu in check, making him dissatisfied with the current situation," Li Su pondered to himself.

"My lord, before Lord Li Ru came, he instructed me to give you a message: if Lü Bu still refuses, you can promise that if he surrenders, you will be able to provide him with the opportunity to break through to the level of a Heavenly General." The attendant said solemnly.

Upon hearing this, Li Su was visibly shaken. The opportunity to break through to the level of a Heavenly General was an extremely rare and precious thing. Who in the Divine Continent wouldn't want it... but there were very few who could offer it.

Li Ru didn't have the resources to make such a promise; only our lord Dong Zhuo could.

This was the message that Dong Zhuo had ordered to be spread!

I'm absolutely certain I can make this trip!!!
When Li Su arrived outside Ding Yuan's camp, he was stopped by the guards.

"I am a fellow townsman of Lü Bu, and I have come to pay my respects to him," Li Su stated his purpose.

Upon hearing this, the guard immediately went inside to report.

A moment later, Lü Bu strode out. When he saw Li Su, a look of surprise appeared on his face, followed by great joy. "Brother Su, it's you! It's been so many years! I never expected you to come and see me. Quickly, prepare a feast!"

Lu Bu, beaming with pride, warmly welcomed Li Su. Li Su had known him for a long time and had taken good care of him; they were childhood friends.

This is why he recognized Li Su at first glance.

When fellow villagers meet, their eyes well up with tears!

"Let's go have a drink." Lü Bu pulled Li Su back to his tent.

By this time, Ding Yuan's military camp had been completely renovated, and a banquet was held in the army to reward the troops, which lasted for three days.

This is why Li Su didn't arrive until the fourth day.

After exchanging toasts with Li Su, Lü Bu asked in a low voice, "Time flies, I wonder where Brother Su is now?"

Lu Bu raised his head slightly, a hint of smugness in his expression.

Seeing this, Li Su smiled slightly and said calmly, "Currently holding the position of Tiger General."

Upon hearing this, Lü Bu was taken aback, then said with envy, "Brother, you have attained such a high position!"

He never expected that Li Su would become the Tiger General, which was three or four ranks higher than him.

Li Su smiled mysteriously and asked meaningfully, "Are you pleased with yourself, my brother?"

Lu Bu's face flushed slightly, and he said softly, "Now I will serve under Governor Ding."

Ding Yuan was also the governor of Bingzhou.

Upon hearing this, Li Su said calmly, "I rarely see my brother, but I often meet with your father."

Lu Bu's expression changed slightly: "Brother, you're drunk. Our father has been gone for many years. How can we meet again?"

Li Su said meaningfully, "No, I was referring to Governor Ding."

Upon hearing this, Lü Bu's face showed a hint of embarrassment: "Brother, you are joking."

Li Su straightened up slightly and leaned close to Lü Bu's ear, saying, "Brother, it's not that I'm being presumptuous, but with my talent, why should I lower myself to serve under Governor Ding?"

If Li Ru were here at this moment, he would surely see that strange power emanating from Li Su again, and Lü Bu would also be within its range.

Upon hearing this, Lü Bu sighed softly, "It's out of necessity, please."

The two drank another bowl of wine.

Seeing Lü Bu's attitude, Li Su felt even more confident and then slowly said, "Brother, you have the talent to support the heavens and control the seas. Who in the world does not admire you? If you want to gain fame and fortune, it will be as easy as taking something out of a bag. Why do you say that it is out of helplessness?"

“Brother, have you not heard that a good bird chooses a good tree to perch on, and a wise minister chooses a good lord to serve? There are many heroes and outstanding figures in the world today. How can you achieve great things by following Ding Jianyang?” Li Su said with a deep and thoughtful expression.

At this moment, Lü Bu opened his heart and said, "It is rare to find a wise path and a wise ruler!"

Li Su said frankly, "I have come here for your future, my worthy brother."

Lü Bu asked in surprise, "Oh, what brilliant idea do you have now?"

"Looking at the world today, who can be called a hero?" Li Su asked rhetorically.

"Prefect Ding? Yang Biao? Lin Mu? Yuan Shao?" Lü Bu rattled off a series of names.

He deliberately avoided mentioning Dong Zhuo, given that he had a sharp conflict with Dong Zhuo at the time.

"Brother, having surveyed the world and observed all the officials, I believe that none of the officials you have recommended are as good as so-and-so!" Li Su said with a mysterious smile upon hearing this.

Upon hearing this, Lü Bu asked in surprise, "Who?"

Li Su said firmly, "Dong Zhuo."

Upon hearing this, Lü Bu suddenly stood up, as if he had realized Li Su's situation.

Li Su pressed his hand down and continued, "Brother, even a hero like you would turn pale at the mere mention of Dong Zhuo's name. Dong Zhuo is truly a hero."

Lu Bu retorted bluntly, "Brother, you are truly joking. How can you regard this traitor as a hero? Dong Zhuo is tyrannical and harbors rebellious intentions. Everyone in the court knows this, yet you... regard him as a hero of the world... He is not even as good as Lin Mu!"

In Lü Bu's view, belittling Dong Zhuo was the same as belittling Lin Mu, so he compared the two.

(End of this chapter)