My older brother is Gao Huan.

Chapter 564 We will win, we will definitely win.
After the tone was set, most people left in a hurry, but Su Chuo was left behind.

“Mo Heduo…”

Whenever Erzhu Rong thought of Gao Yu, he felt a mix of emotions. He could even vaguely understand the complex feelings that Wei Wu had for Emperor Zhaolie of Han.

He once regarded Gao Yu as a close friend, someone who could protect the Erzhu clan's legacy should anything happen to him, and a 'pillar of the heavens and the earth' he left for his descendants!
Gao Yu did not betray the trust he initially placed in him.

During the Heyin Incident, everyone advised him to become a butcher and a villain, but only Gao Yu advised him not to kill too much, because if he caused too much bloodshed, there would definitely be future troubles.

In return.

He turned everyone present in Heyin into a blood-stained butcher wielding a knife, while only Gao Yu preserved his reputation and remained a bystander.

A normal person would drag Gao Yu down with them, so that they could better bind Gao Yu to their cause.

But it was at this moment that Erzhu Rong became sentimental.

It's as if Wei Wu had many opportunities in Xuchang to directly capture Liu Bei, whom he regarded as a hero of the time, but Wei Wu simply didn't take the plunge.

This became a boomerang, hitting him right between the eyebrows.

All the noble families in the world regarded him as a bloodthirsty and cruel Jiehu, but regarded Gao Yu, who came from Huai Shuo, as 'one of their own'.

A major reason was the Hebei Incident. Erzhu Rong's sentimentality preserved Gao Yu's reputation. Gao Yu was the only one under Erzhu Rong's command who did not raise the butcher's knife against the officials and ministers.

Erzhu Rong's complex feelings for Gao Yu also stem from the fact that Gao Yu is now living exactly the 'self' he imagined himself to be.
Several years ago, Erzhu Rong had thought the same thing.

He possessed supreme prestige in the army, and was on good terms with powerful families. As long as he achieved sufficient merit, he could persuade the emperor to abdicate at any time, and thus become the ruler of the world.

The ideal script he designed for himself has now been snatched away by Gao Yu.

"This battle between us is inevitable..."

Erzhu Rong spoke softly, but Su Chuo, who was organizing official documents for him, heard him clearly.

Gao Yu's name was something that he had heard of even though he was far away in Guanzhong, where information was somewhat scarce.

In the past two years, under Erzhu Rong's command, he has frequently fought against Gao Yu and has come to know how terrifying Gao Yu is.

Then again.

If it weren't for Erzhu Tianguang and Yuwen Tai recommending him to Erzhu Rong at the same time, Su Chuo originally planned to abandon his family and property and go to Shandong to seek refuge with Gao Yu.

Judging solely from the opinions of Erzhu Rong's subordinates regarding Gao Yu.

Some people hated Gao Yu to the core, while others admired him greatly, especially some mid- to low-ranking officers in the military...

Su Chuo was even more eager to meet this 'divine' figure.

She had the appearance of a woman, was elegant and intelligent, and had a beautiful appearance. This is the image of Marquis Liu in the historical records.

He was exceptionally brave and strong, capable of fighting the three Heba brothers without being at a disadvantage, and even winning, making him comparable to the ancient overlords.

Who wouldn't be curious about the combination of two completely opposite traits in one person?
Not to mention, judging from the information we have, Gao Yu is also good at recognizing and employing people, and treats the virtuous with respect... Gao Yu has almost all the characteristics of those wise rulers in history books.

It was as if Heaven had specially sent down such a flawless, all-around warrior to end the long-standing division and north-south confrontation in China, to mend the country and unify the nine provinces.

My heart yearns for it.

I would really like to meet Gao Yu if I had the chance.

Unfortunately, he is currently a key minister under Erzhu Rong.

“Lingchuo”.

Erzhu Rong suddenly spoke.

Su Chuo stopped what he was doing, bowed respectfully, and asked, "Prime Minister, is there anything you wish to instruct me on?"

Erzhu Rong chuckled twice. "You must have seen my loss of composure just now. In your opinion, was I a little too insecure in front of Moheduo?"

This is not a good question to answer.

One wrong move and you'll offend someone.

Su Chuo hesitated for a long time, but Erzhu Rong saw his inner struggle and waved his hand, saying, "Now it's just the two of us, so you can speak freely."

"Actually, this question doesn't require my answer. Prime Minister, you probably already have the answer in your heart when you ask it."

Erzhu Rong smiled and didn't take it to heart that Su Chuo was being sly on this issue. It was indeed a difficult question to answer, and he had been asking a bit too much of Su Chuo.

"Prime Minister, do you still remember the words I once gave you?"

After a moment's thought, Erzhu Rong blurted out, "Let him be strong, the breeze still caresses the mountain; let him be arrogant, the bright moon still shines on the great river."

"Exactly."

Su Chuo nodded and said, "The Gao bandits are powerful, that's the current situation. But the Gao bandits also gradually went from being weak to being powerful. Who dares to say they are invincible?"

"I presume the Prime Minister has also read history books. Emperor Gaozu of Han, facing Xiang Yu, suffered countless defeats and was once driven to the brink of despair. Yet, he won that one crucial victory, which was enough to secure his rule over the empire!" "Those who achieve great things throughout history have needed unwavering perseverance; failure is only temporary..."

What Su Chuo said was actually just some pretty 'nonsense'.

But that doesn't mean it's useless.

When a person experiences a series of failures, what they need is to restore and rebuild their confidence.

Su Chuo could see that Erzhu Rong was currently lacking confidence, so he needed to constantly encourage Erzhu Rong through words.

"Ha ha ha ha……"

Erzhu Rong laughed loudly, "Listening to Lingchuo's words is like listening to celestial music, like drinking fine wine..."

"I am just telling the truth. In the end, Prime Minister, you have only lost once. You were caught off guard by that bandit Gao. If the two armies were to face each other in battle, he might not be able to win."

Su Chuo's words struck a chord with Erzhu Rong.

I really want to talk about it.

He only lost to Gao Yu once in Hebei, and it was indeed because he was caught off guard. News of Yingzhou was blocked, and Gao Yu made a quick march, creating a time difference.

Erzhu Rong originally thought that Gao Yu was being held up in Yingzhou by Hou Yuan and was completely unprepared, which is why he was defeated and fled in a sorry state, losing his helmet and armor and cutting off his beard and robe.

There has never been a proper, head-to-head fight between him and Gao Yu.

Thinking about it this way, I did feel much better.

"I have always prided myself on my wisdom, yet I have wasted so much time because of a small defeat. I am truly ashamed."

"It's not too late now. It's not too late for the Prime Minister to understand this clearly at this time... Our army still has a chance to turn the tide."

"Hahaha, good!"

Erzhu Rong couldn't help but burst into laughter, "Guards, bring me wine! I want to have a drink with Lingchuo!"

The servants quickly brought out the fine wine.

After the two drank a few cups together, Erzhu Rong looked towards the northeast and wondered, "I wonder what Moheduo is doing right now? The news I received earlier said that he was inspecting various places in Hebei. I suppose he has already finished his inspection?"

They each have an inside agent on the other's side, and they know each other's daily lives inside and out.

To put it bluntly.

They know exactly what he ate for each of his three meals a day and who he chose to spend the night with.

"At this time... given Moheduo's personality, he's probably embracing his beautiful wife."

…………

"Ah!"

Gao Yu couldn't help but sneeze.

"Husband?"

"Father."

Cui Zhifan and Gao Qi both looked up at him. Cui Zhifan said worriedly, "Could it be that he has caught a cold? Should we call a medic to take a look?"

"Need not."

Gao Yu shook his head. "I'm in good health."

After saying that, he walked to Gao Qi's side, lifted her up high, and made his daughter giggle non-stop.

Cui Zhifan glanced at her daughter, who was laughing wildly.

She looked down at her son in her arms.

With both a son and a daughter, a faint smile involuntarily appeared on her lips.

She has a rather reserved personality, doesn't like to compete with others, and is certainly not like Erzhu Yuechan and Yuan Miao, who would pester Gao Yu whenever they had the chance.

With the number of women in Gao Yu's harem increasing, his personality was easily overlooked.

but……

As it stands, Gao Yu has not ignored her.

She doesn't need to ask; people will come to her on their own initiative.

Spend time with your daughter and son in private.

(End of this chapter)