Three Kingdoms: I, Yuan Shu, Loyal Officials of the Han Dynasty

Chapter 153 I am Zhao Zilong of Changshan!

In Liang, Yuan Shu hadn't yet received Yang Hong's help in sending General Yue Wenqian to Pingdong, but instead received a letter from the north.

Inside the county government office study, Yuan Shu sat calmly behind a curtain, burning incense, wisps of smoke rising into the air.

His eyes were unfathomable as he looked at Lu Xun, who had come in to report.

"Boyan, are you saying that my son Bofu captured a spy today, and that the spy kept shouting that he wanted to see me, saying that he had a letter from Military Advisor Fengxiao for me?"

Yuan Shu's tone was quite strange. It was one thing if others didn't know, but how could he not know?

The so-called strategist Fengxiao was nothing but a fabrication to deceive the world. The real Guo Fengxiao had never even met him and had no connection with him. Why would he send him a letter out of the blue?

Lu Xun nodded and replied:
"Logically speaking, such a trivial matter as exchanging letters should not disturb the teacher's peace and quiet."

This is because we do not know how our teacher communicates with Military Advisor Fengxiao, and the messenger is particularly formidable.

It is unclear whether Young Master Bofu held back intentionally, but he fought him for over a hundred rounds without being able to defeat him.

Upon seeing this, the disciple sensed something amiss and, just in case, rushed to inform his teacher.

"This must be a spy from Cao Cao's camp. How could Fengxiao's letter be like this?"

Yuan Shu paused mid-sentence, "Hmm? You're saying this man could fight my son for over a hundred rounds without a clear winner?"

"Yes, yes!"

Lu Xun immediately nodded in agreement, "Teacher, you must also find it strange, right? How could a mere messenger spy have such abilities?"
This must be something that Young Master Bofu has ulterior motives for, something he did deliberately; the teacher must be wary.

Yuan Shu gave Lu Xun a deep look, and wholeheartedly agreed.

"Boyan is quite right. Do you know this person's name? If he can really fight Bofu for over a hundred rounds, he is probably no nobody."

"Teacher, you may not know this, but it is precisely because the visitor is an unknown person that he is so strange."

He called himself Zhao Zilong of Changshan. When did such an unheard-of person, a mere spy, become so formidable that even the young master Bofu could not subdue him?

Something unusual must be going on, teacher.

Zhao Zilong of Changshan?
Yuan Shu could no longer hear what Lu Xun said next. Even with his composure, he was still stunned by the name.

Zhao Yun!!!

Zhao Yun came to deliver Guo Jia's letter to me?

Ah? ? ?
At this moment, Yuan Shao, who had always held the reins of power and had been suffocating Cao Cao and Liu Bei in the south, was truly somewhat confused.

While he was making great strides in the south, what exactly was happening in the north, and how did these two get involved?

But in any case, the top priority right now is...

He immediately gave a cold, resolute order.

"This must be a letter from Military Advisor Fengxiao to me!"
"Boyan, quickly stop my son and bring Zilong here."

Lu Xun: "."

Didn't you just say that this was a spy from Cao Cao's camp?

However, Lu Xun, who was familiar with Yuan Shu's style, knew that this must be because Yuan Shu had repeatedly described the young general's prowess, and his teacher had once again developed a desire to cherish talent.

It is estimated that soon, the name of another famous general from ancient times will be cited by the teacher, and everyone will be used to it.

This was precisely the real purpose of Lu Xun's trip.

Such deliberate attacks on Sun Ce would obviously not cause Yuan Shu to doubt his beloved son.

A careful examination of Lu Xun's accusations reveals that while he openly and subtly suspected Sun Ce of having ulterior motives, he repeatedly emphasized the strength of the newcomer, claiming that even Sun Ce couldn't defeat him. His aim was to cultivate Yuan Shu's interest in this unknown young general, which would then be crucial if the man later joined Yuan's camp.

Sun Ce considered him a spy and wanted to capture and kill him, as he was a person with whom he had a grudge.

Lu Xun was the one who tipped him off to Yuan Gong, ensuring the letter was delivered and helping Yuan Gong appreciate his talent.

It is beyond doubt which faction this general, who could fight Sun Ce for over a hundred rounds without a clear winner, would choose to join in Yuan Shao's camp.

This is the real partisan struggle. Anyone who takes a few slanderous words seriously underestimates Yuan Gong, who sits high above others, and also underestimates Lu Boyan.

As for his own thoughts, Lu Xun was not afraid that Yuan Shu would see through them.

After all, he was genuinely recommending a great general to his teacher, a general who might be turned into a spy by Sun Ce and thus miss out on the opportunity.

It must be said that Lu Xun did indeed attract Yuan Shu's unprecedented attention, but not because of his thoughts and words, but simply because of that name.

Zhao Zilong of Changshan!
With imposing presence and murderous aura, he distinguished himself by loyally protecting the emperor!

Within Yuan Jun's army formation, a group of eighteen white-horse riders were completely surrounded.

The young general, riding a white horse and wielding a silver spear, was locked in a fierce battle with Sun Ce, who was clad in golden armor.

Sun Ce was drenched in sweat. He never imagined that a spy could be so skilled these days.
Unfortunately, as the adopted son of the esteemed Lord Yuan, how could he possibly be defeated by a mere spy?
Surrounded by the three armies, he was in a difficult position, and even if he had to grit his teeth, he had no choice but to continue fighting.

He even asked the other party's name, hoping that if he was also a renowned general, he would have a way out.

But then, the young general in white robes, spear in hand, stood on his horse and shouted loudly:
"I am Zhao Zilong of Changshan!"

Sun Ce: "."

Well, I've never even heard of it.

Where did this nobody come from, yet he's so powerful?
Well, just a few days ago I bullied Guan Yu and made a name for myself, and now, only two days later, I'm going to become a stepping stone for this nobody's fame?
Sun Ce was in a difficult situation, and Zhao Yun also felt that the matter was proving to be troublesome.

He had already overheard the discussions among Yuan's troops that the person in front of him was none other than Sun Ce, Yuan Gong's first adopted son, whom Yuan Gong greatly favored.

He was quite cautious when he made his move, afraid of hurting anyone.

Otherwise, before even meeting Lord Yuan, his adopted son would be harmed.

Having overcome countless difficulties and traveled thousands of miles to get here, carrying the great cause of General Gongsun and the heavy trust of Mr. Fengxiao, wouldn't all of this be ruined in an instant?
Just as the two were locked in a stalemate, Lu Xun arrived. He stepped out from the crowd, cleared his throat, and loudly proclaimed his orders.

The Grand General issued an edict:

The three armies cease hostilities!

It was reported that Zilong, carrying a letter from Fengxiao, entered the palace to pay his respects.

Sun Ce breathed a sigh of relief and gave Zhao Yun a hearty smile.

"If it's a misunderstanding, then let it go."

"Your messenger is quite skilled; let's have another match next time."

Zhao Yun returned the greeting, saying, "I have long admired the name of Yuan Shao, and seeing him today, I can confirm that he is indeed extraordinary."

Now that Yuan Shu had given his approval and confirmed that the letter was indeed from the legendary and extremely mysterious strategist Fengxiao, the misunderstanding among the group was naturally cleared up.

Lu Xun led Zhao Yun to meet Yuan Shu, while the remaining eighteen riders on white horses were provided with food and rest.

Even the messenger sent to deliver the message possessed such astonishing martial arts skills. The unfathomable abilities of Military Advisor Fengxiao spread far and wide within Yuan's camp.

(End of this chapter)