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He then told Guan Yu and Zhang Fei about it.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Fei's eyes widened immediately, and he roared like thunder: "That old man Wang Yun is truly despicable! He clearly wants us to go to Chang'an to fight Dong Zhuo together, but he's hiding his true intentions and refusing to say it outright. Could it be that he wants to use us as pawns to be manipulated at will? Brother, let's lead our troops to Chang'an together, first cut off Dong Zhuo's dog head, and then chop this old man to pieces!"

Recently, he has had many opportunities, and his strength has improved again. All three brothers have progressed, and their overall strength is much stronger than before.

Liu Bei raised his hand and pressed down on Zhang Fei's shoulder, saying in a deep voice, "Yide, calm down. Wang Yun has made this plan from the beginning, probably because he was forced into a corner. Dong Zhuo is powerful, and if he doesn't go all in, he has no chance to turn the tide. However, his move is too dangerous, as it involves the fate of the nation. Once the abdication is realized, the four-hundred-year reign of the Han Dynasty will be over. As subjects of the Han Dynasty, we cannot sit idly by."

Originally, Liu Bei didn't really want to go to Chang'an. He came back this time partly to rest and partly to check on the situation, without wanting to get too involved.

But now that an epic quest has arrived, he has no choice but to participate. Otherwise, his banner will fall!

Guan Yu narrowed his phoenix eyes, his Green Dragon Crescent Blade trembling slightly in his hand, and said coldly, "No matter what Wang Yun's plans are, Dong Zhuo definitely has the intention to rebel and usurp the throne. Even if Wang Yun doesn't use this as a pretext, Dong Zhuo will likely take the initiative to plan it later. At that time, Dong Zhuo will be better prepared, and we will be more passive."

“Wang Yun’s plan has some merit, but for us, concealing such an important matter means he doesn’t trust us. Brother, we must be extremely careful on this trip to Chang’an. We cannot place all our hopes on Wang Yun and your teacher Lu Zhi,” Guan Yu advised.

Liu Bei nodded, his gaze fixed on Chang'an, his fingers clenching slightly. His recent period of wandering had matured him considerably.

Relying on outsiders or powerful figures is just a mirage; only by having a strong army and a prosperous territory can one truly succeed!

This time, fate smiled upon him, allowing him to enter Xuzhou so easily.

He seized the opportunity, killed Zuo Rong, occupied the Xiapi Kingdom, and then conquered the northern and southern counties, thus officially possessing his own basic territory.

He knew the process wouldn't be easy, but he felt there was a chance.

Yangzhou in the south is under Lin Mu's control. Lin Mu has never expanded outwards because he is afraid of crossing the bottom line of the various warlords.

Otherwise, when Zuo Rong launched the war, Lin Mu could have intervened and directly taken over the three prefectures. But Lin Mu did not; he only helped Gu Yong at his request and then withdrew his troops.

"Recently, a strange thing has happened in Chang'an. Except for Lin Mu, all the extraordinary people in Chang'an have hurriedly fled the city."

"The fact that all those extraordinary individuals have withdrawn from Chang'an is already strange, suggesting that the danger of this matter far exceeds our expectations. Lin Mu is still in Chang'an. Since he dared to stay, he must have already seen through the situation. There is danger, but Lin Mu can handle it. Now that the three of us brothers have taken another step forward, we can continue to deal with Lü Bu if we unleash our full power. I think there is no fatal crisis."

“However, the army cannot be brought... Lin Mu is only bringing one guard; he has not brought any other troops,” Liu Bei said slowly.

"Brother, Lin Mu has a hidden weapon..." Guan Yu reminded him.

"Didn't Dong Zhuo and the others anticipate this? They would definitely have restricted it in advance..." Liu Bei waved his hand.

“This time, we will follow Lin Mu’s example and learn from his experience!” Liu Bei said meaningfully.

Zhang Fei wanted to say something more, but he also felt that his older brother was right. Lin Mu was a very cunning guy; although he had suffered losses, he always managed to gain a lot, making him a highly valuable reference.

"Brother, will we still use the technique of borrowing luck this time?" Guan Yu asked with concern.

The art of borrowing fortune seems powerful, but it's not without its price. This trip to the Buddhist kingdom, which resulted in the destruction of the nation's main Buddhist altar and the acquisition of a special opportunity, made up for Liu Bei's previous shortcomings. Only then did they realize that such supernatural powers required sacrificing one's lifespan!

"Keep using it. That Buddha relic still has the power of origin, so it's fine," Liu Bei said calmly.

"Then what about the choice of target?" Zhang Fei asked immediately.

“Originally, I wanted to continue using it on Lin Mu, but Lin Mu is a very strange guy… so I rejected that decision. After careful consideration, I came up with a very crazy plan…” Liu Bei said slowly.

But just as he was about to reveal his crazy plan, Guan Yu immediately interrupted loudly, "Brother, you wouldn't be thinking of taking advantage of Dong Zhuo's misfortune, would you?!"

As he spoke, a look of urgency appeared on Guan Yu's face.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Fei's eyes widened in surprise.

"We brothers are of one mind... If Dong Zhuo's luck runs out, he certainly won't be able to bear the consequences of the abdication. At that time, we won't even need to lift a finger; the overwhelming karmic force will bring him a terrible calamity... Perhaps even a single arrow from a lowly soldier could take his life!" Liu Bei said excitedly, a flush rising on his face.

"Brother, no! Dong Zhuo's act of plotting rebellion and usurping the throne is against the will of Heaven. He is bound to suffer immense consequences. If you get involved with him, you will also be in deep danger if anything goes wrong!" Guan Yu immediately analyzed the pros and cons.

“Yes, brother, didn’t Wang Yun’s letter say that Lu Zhi, Zhu Jun, Huangfu Song, Yang Biao and other loyalists of the Han Dynasty would join forces this time? Wang Yun is going all in again, and Dong Zhuo is in grave danger. We shouldn’t get involved in Dong Zhuo’s life and death!” Zhang Fei also sensed something was wrong and immediately retorted.

The three brothers, Liu Bei and Liu Bei, had many plans and suggestions that the other two brothers rarely objected to. However, this time, the two brothers unanimously and decisively refuted the plan, proving that it was too dangerous.

"Brother...why don't we borrow the fortune of the other emperor who will be the protagonist of heaven and earth that day?" Guan Yu suggested.

"I've thought about it, but now we can't even see the Emperor anymore!" Liu Bei shook his head and said.

If he borrows Emperor Liu Xie's fortune before the abdication ceremony begins, even if the abdication is successful, Dong Zhuo may not receive Liu Xie's fortune. This would provide a safety net.

But now they can't even see the emperor.

Inside the palace, the three million imperial guards and the city's garrison were not to be underestimated.

"My two brothers, I have pondered this for more than ten days and nights, and I feel that we still have to take a risk. The world is in chaos, and various warlords are acting as warlords, and the Han Dynasty is weak and showing signs of collapse. As a member of the Liu family, I need to shoulder a responsibility!" Liu Bei said sincerely, gently taking his two brothers' hands.

"Hmph! The emperor is weak and cannot uphold the rule of the court. It would be better if you, my elder brother, were to become emperor..." Zhang Fei sneered.

"Third brother, don't talk nonsense," Liu Bei gently reprimanded.

"Let's go. Let's settle the soldiers first, and then the three of us will head to Chang'an."

After saying this, the three of them did not delay any longer. They immediately settled their men and then set off alone at full speed towards Chang'an.

The time for abdication is drawing ever closer.

At this time, Mei County was already decorated with lanterns and colorful streamers, making it even more lively than a wedding.

Dong Zhuo and his men had made all the preparations and were just waiting for the auspicious day to set off on their journey to Chang'an, where they would ascend the Temple of Heaven to receive the abdication.

In a charming courtyard in Mei County, several people were drinking in the main hall.

The one leading them was none other than Duan Wei.

Below him were Zhang Ji, Jia Xu, Zhang Xiu, and others, all of whom were members of the Duan family lineage.

The Duan family was a long-established and prominent family in Liangzhou. Many ethnic groups, including the Qiang, held them in high esteem.

Jia Xu escaped danger by invoking the name of the Duan family.

Today's gathering is clearly an internal meeting of the Duan family lineage.

Sitting in the main seat, Duan Wei downed a bowl of wine and then gave Jia Xu a meaningful look. Jia Xu was very perceptive; he felt that Duan Wei's gaze towards him had become increasingly strange lately… like that of someone looking at prey.

If you really are in cahoots with Wang Yun, Lu Zhi, Yang Biao, and the like, then you should be dealing with Dong Zhuo and Li Ru. You can forget about me, little Karami...

He had long seen through the turmoil in Chang'an... but he didn't tell Dong Zhuo the truth... even if he had, Dong Zhuo might not have believed him.

The entire Han Dynasty was within reach, and all the generals in the camp were sharpening their swords, ready to become loyal subjects of the new emperor. If anyone were to cause trouble at this critical juncture, or speak of disunity, the generals of the Liangzhou faction would be the first to punish them, even without Dong Zhuo's intervention.

Therefore, someone who values ​​survival would never do something so risky.

However, he did not try to dissuade Zhang Ji and the others, since the overall situation still belonged to the Western Liang faction!
Even if Dong Zhuo were truly killed, Wang Yun and others might not necessarily be able to stabilize the situation.

Unless all the Xiliang army is slaughtered... but Wang Yun and others do not have that capability.

"Zhongming, does the lord need you to lead the Flying Bear Divine Army to accompany him?" Zhang Ji asked in a low voice.

He, Jia Xu, and his nephew Zhang Xiu were all from the same hometown as Duan Wei, and they had received much kindness from the Duan family, so they respected the Duan family members very much.

"I will not be going to Chang'an with the army. My lord wants me to stay and guard Mei County," Duan Wei said with a sigh.

"What? You are the Commandant of the Chang'an City Gate, in charge of the defense of the Chang'an city walls. Why can't you go to Chang'an?" Zhang Ji asked, completely puzzled.

“Mei County is the real focus,” Duan Wei said earnestly.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Ji and the others suddenly realized what was happening.

Indeed, Lord Dong Zhuo has transformed Mei County into the prosperous place it is today; it is not simply a place for enjoyment.

Mei County is the foundation!
Even if the abdication ceremony goes awry, as long as Dong Zhuo can escape unscathed, he still has a chance to turn things around. But what good is becoming emperor if Mei County is lost?

"On that day, 100,000 Flying Bear Divine Army soldiers accompanied our lord on his journey, while 100,000 Flying Bear Divine Army soldiers were stationed in Mei County. The former was commanded by Li Jue, and the latter by Niu Fu," Duan Wei revealed.

"And you?" Zhang Xiu couldn't help but ask curiously.

"Of course, we'll guard the Tower of Resurrection!!!" Zhang Ji blurted out.

“That’s right…” Duan Wei smiled slightly.

Upon hearing Duan Wei's reply, Jia Xu frowned.

If Duan Wei really cooperated with Wang Yun, he should have been by Dong Zhuo's side to provide support. Why didn't he follow him?
Could Duan Wei's goal be to revive the Tower of Resurrection?!

The Tower of Resurrection is Lu Bu's target. Can Duan Wei withstand the onslaught of millions of Bingzhou soldiers?

Lu Bu, that treacherous fellow, has already drawn most of the Bingzhou army to the vicinity. This can be kept secret from Dong Zhuo's camp, but not from Lu Bu himself, who is constantly on the move.

“Zhongming, you can deploy heavy troops near the Resurrection Tower… Afterwards, you can go to the city gate to see off the lord…” Jia Xu couldn’t help but dissuade Duan Wei.

The Duan family had done him a great deal of kindness, so we had to intervene.

"Sending our lord here will take several hours round trip. What if something goes wrong?" Duan Wei asked Jia Xu with a strange smile on his lips.

As Jia Xu was stared at like that, a strange feeling welled up in his heart again.

“Zhongming, you are only a single-elemental general. If there is an invasion from outside, you will be very powerful and unable to withstand it. You can hide in the shadows and command from the inside, thus turning the tables and taking the initiative,” Jia Xu continued.

Zhang Ji and Zhang Xiu, who were standing nearby, looked at Jia Xu with strange expressions.

“Alright! Just as Wenhe said.” Duan Wei didn’t refute it.

Afterwards, they toasted each other, and the atmosphere was harmonious.

During this process, Duan Wei kept testing the three of them, and he vaguely intended to win them over to form a clique for personal gain.

They were all from the same hometown and could be trusted, so both Zhang Ji and Zhang Xiu expressed their willingness to stand with Duan Wei through thick and thin.

Even Jia Xu agreed.

"Report!!" Just as the group was about to disperse, a messenger rushed in.

"The Prime Minister has ordered all generals to assemble in the main hall of the city lord's mansion." The messenger was relaying Dong Zhuo's order.

Upon hearing this news, Duan Wei and the others were slightly surprised.

Didn't we already have a plenary meeting? Why are we having another one at this crucial juncture? Many arrangements have already been made; has something changed?

With these questions in mind, the group hurried towards the city lord's mansion...

Three hours later, the meeting ended, and the group hurriedly returned to Duan Wei's residence.

"Wenhe, what do you think?" After Duan Wei returned to the hall, he asked the servants to bring out more food and wine.

We just had a meeting at the city lord's mansion. Dong Zhuo didn't prepare any food, and the content of the meeting was very important.

"Changing formations at the last minute is not a good thing," Jia Xu sighed softly.

"I really don't understand. Didn't we agree before that all of our generals would gather around our lord and protect him during the abdication ceremony? Now all of us generals are being asked to lead troops outside to protect him... If the city falls, there won't be enough time to rescue him... How could they suddenly change their minds?!" Zhang Ji couldn't help but complain.

"Did you notice... that Li Ru and Li Wenyou didn't show up for such an important meeting..." Jia Xu reminded him.

"I heard he fell ill..." Duan Wei said quietly.

“Sigh… Our lord is only surrounded by Lü Bu and 100,000 Flying Bear Divine Army soldiers, which is not very safe… Even with 2 million Xiliang Iron Cavalry, 5 million city guards, and 3 million Imperial Guards protecting him, it still doesn’t feel very reliable,” Zhang Ji said, shaking his head.

Even someone as oblivious as him could sense the strangeness and unease of this change.

“This decision doesn’t seem like the strategist’s style to me,” Zhang Xiu said.

"How about we go find the strategist?" Zhang Xiu immediately suggested.

Zhang Xiu had already keenly sensed the problem.

After discussing it for a while, the group actually went to Li Ru's residence, only to find that Li Ru... had disappeared!
(Still 4000 words per update today.) (End of Chapter)