People in Type-Moon have a hero simulator.

The moment Sima Yi touched Cao Cao, he activated his magic and teleported away again, making Cao Cao, a living person, disappear from everyone's sight.

"Boom!"

A tremendous roar followed, and Fujimaru Kyoya's seemingly sure-fire attack missed its mark, but this did not discourage him.

On the contrary, despite being completely exhausted, he was like an ever-victorious general.

"If we follow the original history, even more people should have died by now."

Fujimaru Kyoya let out a long breath and rode Kuchako away from the battlefield. That was his full-force attack just now. If he were to get entangled with those guys again, he would really be doomed.

But he was still very happy.

At least the soldiers of the two ladies survived, and at least Lady Mi did not commit suicide by jumping into the well due to her serious injuries. All of these things were because he came here.

Even if Lady Mi might die from her injuries, and even if these soldiers might die in the next battle, it's always better to be alive than dead in this world.

Live one more day if you can, live one more second if you can.

Fujimaru Kyouya, having left the routed Tiger and Leopard Cavalry far behind, soon saw another army approaching, led by a burly, dark-faced man with a thick beard.

"Third Master, it's been a long time."

Fujimaru Kyoya was finally relieved to see Zhang Fei; Zhang Fei being here meant he was safe.

"Thank you. If you hadn't arrived in time, both of your sisters-in-law might have been in mortal danger."

"From what I've heard, Madam Mi survived?"

"Ah."

Zhang Fei's answer made Fujimaru Kyoya laugh heartily, which even aggravated his wound and caused him some pain.

"Are you alright? Laughing like that, aren't you afraid of dying?"

"It's okay, I'm not that easy to die."

Fujimaru Kyoya was naturally happy. Even though it was just a small thing, if it could change history a little, then he would do it.

These are all proof that he has been here before.

"Third Master, where do we go next?"

"Jiangdong".

Zhang Fei glared at Fujimaru Kyoya with annoyance. This trip to Jiangdong was bound to result in a major battle, but they were not allowed to participate.

After all, the protagonist of this battle was not them, but Zhou Yu.

Fujimaru Kyo's task was to protect Zhuge Liang's safety during this trip to Jiangdong.

Chapter Sixty-Six: The Fire of This Era

[You traveled to Jiangdong with Zhuge Liang, witnessing his impressive debate with the Confucian scholars; he was completely different from the socially awkward teenager you saw at Shui Jing's residence back then.]

[You understand that this is merely a show of force from Jiangdong to intimidate Zhuge Liang. Although there are differing opinions within Jiangdong, Zhou Yu had long been preparing to confront Cao Cao. This time, he was simply using Zhuge Liang to persuade the people of Jiangdong.]

[Look at those two cunning old brothers, these old fogies from Jiangdong are no match for them at all.]

Is that all?

Fujimaru Kyo was also puzzled. Logically speaking, Zhuge Liang should have played a significant role in the Battle of Red Cliffs, but after his debate with the Confucian scholars these past few days, he had nothing to do.

What happened to the plan of borrowing arrows with straw boats?

"What else can we do? This alliance with Zhou Yu is to eliminate any external factors that could affect the outcome of the battle. We can leave the rest to Zhou Yu."

Zhuge Liang was enjoying a rare moment of leisure, as if he had returned to being the reclusive man he once was.

"In Shuijing Mansion, Zhou Yu is arguably the best in terms of the balance of water and fire, and I am no match for him in that respect. Moreover, I came here mainly for two purposes. The first one has already been achieved, and the second one will be achieved soon."

"The second one?"

"Of course, we should ask Pang Tong to come out of seclusion."

Pang Tong has been indecisive all these years, and now it's the perfect time to have him join Liu Bei's side, which would give Liu Bei an even greater advantage.

Will he agree?

"Once the tripartite division of the world is established, he will agree."

While Zhou Yu was still calculating the strategy for the Battle of Red Cliffs, Zhuge Liang was already looking at the map and had his eyes on Huarong Road, which lay beyond Red Cliffs.

There he intended to release Cao Cao.

"Cao Cao cannot die now. Once Cao Cao dies, the Sun family of Jiangdong will immediately seize most of Cao Cao's territory, and Cao Cao's sons will kill each other like Yuan Shao's sons did. Our northern barrier will disappear, and the Xiliang region will be isolated and helpless. The surrounding ethnic groups may arrive sooner than expected."

Although Zhuge Liang understood that this was the best opportunity to kill Cao Cao, he still chose to let Cao Cao go.

When Liu Bei invited him to join his cause, he had already clearly told Liu Bei what he saw in the future and what strategies he would adopt.

[You can see the helplessness in Zhuge Liang's eyes. To prevent history from heading towards destruction, he danced on the edge as much as possible.]

[These past few days you accompanied Zhuge Liang in a secret meeting with Pang Tong, and he presented his own "Chain Strategy," a tactic Cao Cao was forced to use. This proves his ability. Next is Zhuge Liang.]

As you watch the battle unfold methodically, and the first flame rises from Chibi, you understand that countless deaths and injuries are imminent in this world.

[Now you understand Zhuge Liang's dilemma. No matter how meticulously he planned, a single battle could wipe out all the people he saved. How much pressure was he under as he calculated these things?]

"I'm fine."

Zhuge Liang's eyes were slightly bloodshot; he understood that these were things he had to do.

"I did everything I could to save as many people as possible."

These words were spoken with absolute certainty, yet Zhuge Liang's eyes remained bright. He would not fall into the trap of thinking that killing a few would save many; he understood that every life deserved respect, and he wanted to save as many people as possible.

[As you witness Cao Cao's defeat, you realize that Cao Cao missed the best opportunity to unify the country, and he never usurped the throne before his death.]

You also understand that Zhou Yu, who is currently at the height of his power, will die of illness, and Liu Bei's forces, gradually reaching their peak, will suffer successive blows and ultimately face the Battle of Yiling.

You believe Zhuge Liang definitely discussed the Battle of Yiling with Liu Bei, but given Liu Bei's character, even if he knew the answer, he wouldn't be afraid, even if the final outcome wasn't optimistic.

……

In this era, everything seems to be related to "fire".

During the Battle of Guandu, Cao Cao burned down the grain at Wuchao, causing Yuan Shao's army, which had been enjoying a great advantage, to be wiped out in an instant.

The fire at Chibi has reduced Cao Cao, who should have unified the world, to ashes.

As for the future, there will be a fire in Yiling, which will burn down Liu Bei's camp and destroy his great empire.

Sima Yi smiled as he looked at the "fire." A world in which everyone was hurt was about to be born, and when these overlords were too busy to care about anything else, it would be time for the Sima family to take center stage.

"The Crouching Dragon Zhuge Liang was nothing special."

Sima Yi understood that in terms of strategy, he was no match for Zhuge Liang. The other party was not weak in wisdom, and with his ability to see a thousand miles, he directly suppressed all the strategists.

But now that fate is in his hands, even if Zhuge Liang has extraordinary abilities, can he defy fate and change his destiny?

The fire continued to burn, and in the firelight, Sima Yi's smile grew even brighter, but at that moment it suddenly started to rain.

……

The rain started to fall. It rained when the fire was burning most fiercely. This reminded Zhou Yu of the great fire in Luoyang back then. Was it Zhuge Liang who changed the timing of the weather?

"Of course not."

Zhuge Liang watched as Cao Cao's army retreated slowly with the help of the rain. This rain was not something he created by altering the weather with magic; it was natural rainfall in this world.

"You want to calculate this too?"

Fujimaru Kyoya was also curious. With Zhuge Liang's ability to modify the weather and make it rain, why bother calculating when it would rain, which was a thankless task?

"I can't change the celestial phenomena all the time. Every ten years, there is a heavy rain in Jingzhou. I have confirmed this by consulting many ancient books over the years. Jingzhou is the key to our future control."

In Zhuge Liang's plan, Shu was the rear base for developing his foundation, while Jingzhou was the gateway to leaving Shu. If Jingzhou were to be captured, the original "Longzhong Plan" would have to be significantly revised.

"Ten years later, if this rainwater is used properly, flooding the seven armies will be a piece of cake."

Upon hearing Zhuge Liang's words, Fujimaru Kyoya immediately realized who he was referring to, but after the flooding of the seven armies...

"It's just his personality. Second Master is always such a proud person. No matter how much you remind him, it's useless. And our lord is a benevolent man. He won't sit idly by and watch Second Master die. When the time comes... please at least bring our lord back."

Zhuge Liang looked at Fujimaru Kyoya. At this time, Fujimaru Kyoya did not hold any military rank and had always been a friend in Liu Bei's team.

In a major battle like the Battle of Yiling, he would certainly not be given important responsibilities. Zhuge Liang could foresee all of this, so he only hoped that Fujimaru Kyō could bring this benevolent ruler back at the last moment.

"I will definitely do it."

You made a promise that, no matter the danger, you would bring Liu Bei back from the Battle of Yiling.

Chapter Sixty-Seven: The Helplessness of the Clairvoyant

What was bound to happen still happened.

After receiving Zhuge Liang's assistance, Liu Bei's journey was smooth sailing. Especially after "borrowing" Jingzhou and relying on Guan Yu to garrison it, the tripartite balance of power was firmly established.

Guan Yu had just flooded the seven armies, and then suffered a crushing defeat at Maicheng. Such a huge difference in fortunes is something that no one in the world, let alone Liu Bei, could understand.

"I am going to send troops to attack Jiangdong."

When Liu Bei said these words, he made a great decision, even though he had heard the news from Zhuge Liang before and should have been prepared.

He should remain calm; this is absolutely not the time to start a war with Jiangdong. However, he cannot possibly run away; his personality dictates that he will inevitably take this path.

You've been found by Zhuge Liang, and you know perfectly well what he wants to say.

"The day has finally come."

As Zhuge Liang watched Liu Bei begin preparing provisions, he realized that this might not be a historical correction, but rather a choice that a person was destined to make.

Liu Bei could never abandon his brothers. Liu Bei is Liu Bei; even if he tries to emulate Liu Bang, he will never become Liu Bang.

"I need to stay behind and oversee things; this dangerous task can only be entrusted to you."

Zhuge Liang looked at his friend with great apology. So many years had passed, and they were no longer children, yet he still presented one dangerous task after another to the man before him.

"Leave it to me, but there's not much I can do in the face of thousands of troops."

Fujimaru Kyou never thought he could turn the tide of the battle by himself. In a major battle like the Battle of Yiling, even taking one person away would be an incredibly difficult task.

"But is this the turning point?"