I, Zhou Cang, am the number one tank in the Three Kingdoms.

In the early morning, Woniu Mountain is shrouded in mist.

After breakfast, Zhou Cang packed his bags, selected ten strong men, and prepared to set off for Runan.

Before mounting the horse, he seemed to remember something, turned around to look at Pei Yuanshao, and hesitated for a moment.

"Brother Yuanshao, remember this: if you encounter a fierce general in white robes wielding a silver spear, do not steal his horse, and do not anger him. Simply dismount and bow; under no circumstances should you engage in combat!"

After giving his instructions, Zhou Cang mounted his horse, bowed to Pei Yuanshao, and prepared to depart.

Wait a minute, Pei Yuanshao was indeed killed by Zhao Zilong with a single spear thrust in the book, but since I've transmigrated here, what if the plot changes to him encountering Zhang Yide, he probably wouldn't escape death either.

Thinking of this, he pulled on the reins and bent down to give the instructions again.

"Even if, just if, we encounter a general with a leopard's head and ringed eyes wielding a snake spear, we must bow and not engage in combat!"

We can't just say Zhao Yun and Zhang Fei's names out loud...

Pei Yuanshao was taken aback by what he said, and still looked unhappy, but then he clasped his hands and nodded in approval.

Zhou Cang has gotten used to it these past two days. Pei Yuanshao isn't really unhappy; it's just that his face is naturally not one to smile.

After giving his instructions, Zhou Cang spurred his horse and rode off. Ten soldiers followed closely behind, galloping down the mountain, breaking through the mountain mist, and heading straight for the official road.

Recalling how protective Pei Yuanshao usually was of her, and remembering many scenes of the two of them drinking and laughing together in the original owner's memories—

[Strength: 85+30]

【Intelligence: 42】

Morale: 50+30

With his martial prowess suddenly increasing, Zhou Cang also felt a significant change in his body. A strange warm current surged from his dantian to his chest, and the pain instantly disappeared!

At the same time, Zhang Fei was first startled by Zhou Cang's actions, then forcefully pulled the spear back—

It didn't move!

Zhang Fei was secretly surprised.

The spear was still embedded in Zhou Cang's shoulder. Zhou Cang gripped the spear tightly, gritting his teeth as he said, "Every word I say is true... I have only one wish in my life: to follow the Imperial Uncle and restore the Han Dynasty, just as the three generals swore brotherhood in the Peach Garden..."

Upon hearing about the Oath of the Peach Garden, Zhang Fei's anger flared up again, and he suddenly drew his spear—

It still won't budge!

Unlike before, this time Zhang Fei gritted his teeth and pulled with all his might, but it still didn't budge.

Zhang Fei was filled with great doubt and stared intently at Zhou Cang's face.

"Cang's resolve... remains steadfast from beginning to end. If General Zhang still does not believe me... then Cang... is at your disposal!"

After proving that his strength was in no way inferior to Zhang Fei's, Zhou Cang gritted his teeth and uttered the last few words before letting go of the spear he was holding.

Although I felt a lingering fear after saying those words, it was most likely due to the still-echoing voice—

Zhou Cang's mind was clear, his blood and qi were flowing, and his muscles and bones were resonating, as if he had been reborn.

To everyone's astonishment, Zhou Cang actually stood up, pulled his hands back, and quietly looked at Zhang Fei.

To be able to stand tall even after taking a spear from Zhang Fei, that's quite a show of bravado...

Especially the dozen or so cavalrymen who followed Zhang Fei, from the time the three brothers raised an army to suppress the Yellow Turbans, through the campaigns against Dong Zhuo and Lü Bu, and the battle against Cao Cao in Xuzhou, they had seen quite a bit of the world—

They had never seen anyone who could withstand the combined might of three generals and a spear and remain completely unscathed. At this moment, all the dozen or so men were staring intently at Zhou Cang, and some even unconsciously took a half-step back.

Zhang Fei had completely calmed down by now. Dragging his spear, he looked at Zhou Cang, who was waiting to be executed, and began to have doubts in his heart.

This man possesses incredible strength, able to catch my spear with his bare hands; his skill is truly remarkable…

Could it be that I have truly mistaken this person for someone else?

After hesitating for a moment, Zhang Fei slowly sheathed his spear, lowered his eyes and pondered for a while, then suddenly looked at Zhou Cang and shouted, "Good!"

"So, you all want to follow my elder brother?" Zhang Fei said, then slammed his spear into the ground.

Zhou Cang opened his eyes and nodded, saying, "That's right."

Zhang Fei stood holding his spear, his eyes blazing. He scrutinized Zhou Cang for a moment, then said in a deep voice, "You do have some skill! You're a real man. If you truly wish to follow my elder brother, then come with me to find some provisions."

Upon hearing this, Zhou Cang's face lit up with joy. He knelt on one knee, cupped his hands, and said, "I am willing to serve you like a dog or a horse!"

We somehow managed to connect by accident!

"If you dare to deceive me, I will surely cut off your head!" After saying this, Zhang Fei sheathed his spear to his side, looked straight ahead, and walked directly to the stream to put on his armor and prepare for battle.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Cang quickly went to check on the soldiers lying on the ground. Although their injuries varied in severity, fortunately none of them seemed to be fatal.

These brothers, like himself, had no families, had become outlaws, and all they had left was their lives.

He thought he could lead them to a wise ruler and live a happy life, but they encountered a misunderstanding as soon as they set out. After this ordeal, Zhou Cang felt guilty and could only send them back to the mountains for treatment.

After checking on his brothers' injuries, Zhou Cang breathed a sigh of relief, slowly stood up, and turned his head to look at the wound on his shoulder that Zhang Fei had just stabbed.

Wow, that's incredible... This kind of primal power would probably wipe out anyone else's health bar!

Although this wasn't a great start, Zhou Cang believed that all the sacrifices would be worthwhile once he met Liu Bei or Guan Yu.