Three Kingdoms: Start by buying a governor.

Later, Lü Bu, Jia Xu, Huang Zhong, Zhang Liao, Gao Shun, Chen Gong, Yu Jin, and others also arrived one after another.

When Lü Bu arrived, he was riding a Red Hare. Well, it wasn't Red Hare yet, but it was still a pretty good horse.

He is nine feet tall, and when he stands there, his aura is overwhelming.

Name: Lü Bu, courtesy name Fengxian

Gender: Male

Age: 24

[Strength]: 107 (Top-tier)

[Command]: 88 (Second-rate)

[Politics]: 41

[Intelligence]: 53

[Appearance]: 76cm

Special skills:

【Flying General - Peerless】: In a one-on-one duel, if your martial prowess is lower than Lu Bu's, you will be completely suppressed; there is a very high probability that the outcome will be decided within three rounds. When leading cavalry charges, your charge damage receives a huge bonus.

[Shooting the Halberd at the Gate]: ...

Upon seeing Liu Ce, he knelt on one knee, his voice booming like a bell:

"This humble general, Lü Bu, pays his respects to the Marquis of Champion! I am willing to serve you faithfully, even unto death!"

Liu Ce helped him up and looked him over carefully—wow, he really was "Lu Bu among men," with a physique that could make him the male lead in an "idol drama" in modern times.

Liu Ce thought to himself: This is Lü Bu! The fiercest warrior of the Three Kingdoms. He's mine now!

However, Liu Ce also kept a watchful eye on things.

Historically, Lü Bu has a bad reputation; he was known as a traitor who served three masters, so one should be wary of him.

Jia Xu arrived in the most low-key manner.

He was dressed in a gray cloth coat and carried a small bundle, looking like an old farmer on his way. But his eyes were frighteningly deep; one glance from them seemed to see right through you.

Name: Jia Xu, courtesy name Wenhe

Gender: Male

Age: 37

[Strength]: 35

[Command]: 72 (Third-rate)

[Politics]: 93 (Top-tier)

Intelligence: 99 (Top-tier)

[Appearance]: 61cm

Special skills:

【Infallible Strategy】: When offering a strategy, one can predict the possible chain reactions and variables of the strategy in the future, and choose the execution path that is most beneficial to oneself (or one's own safety), greatly improving the success rate and benefits of the strategy, and being immune to most backlash effects.

【Wenhe Chaos - Poisonous Scheme】: This scheme will forcibly break the existing order and plunge all forces into a chaotic war, but it will grant the schemer a state of "seeing through everything", allowing them to clearly predict the direction of the chaos and profit from it.

[Peace of Mind]: Immune to all events resulting from factional struggles or monarchical suspicion, including "demotion," "imprisonment," and "execution." When a faction is on the verge of destruction, it can automatically trigger "Escape from the Cicada's Shell," joining the victorious faction without loss and retaining most of its political capital.

Upon meeting Liu Ce, he didn't say much, simply offering a bow:

"Jia Xu greets Your Excellency."

"Mr. Wenhe," Liu Ce said happily, "We've been waiting for you."

Knowing his cautious nature, Liu Ce didn't ask any more questions and arranged for him to stay.

Huang Zhong brought his son Huang Xu with him. Huang Xu was about ten years old, pale-faced, and coughed frequently.

Name: Huang Zhong, courtesy name Hansheng

Gender: Male

Age: 37

[Strength]: 107 (Top-tier)

[Command]: 88 (Second-rate)

[Politics]: 60

Intelligence: 73 (Third-rate)

[Appearance]: 71cm

Special skills:

[Still vigorous despite old age]: ...

【shoot with great precision】:……

When Huang Zhong saw Liu Ce, he was somewhat flustered: "My lord, this is my son Huang Xu... He is not in good health and has slowed down our journey. Please forgive him."

Liu Ce waved his hand: "It's alright."

Huang Zhong was extremely grateful.

Zhang Liao and Gao Shun came together; both were from Bingzhou and had known each other for a long time.

Zhang Liao was in his early twenties, full of youthful vigor; Gao Shun, on the other hand, was calm and taciturn, but his eyes were resolute.

Name: Zhang Liao, courtesy name Wenyuan

Gender: Male

Age: 16

[Force]: 98 (first-rate)

[Leadership]: 94 (First-class)

[Politics]: 72 (Third-rate)

Intelligence: 85 (Second-rate)

[Appearance]: 74cm

Special skills:

【威震逍遥津】：In a city defense or defensive battle where forces are at a disadvantage, a desperate assault can be launched. After activation, the morale of the entire friendly army is locked at the highest level, attack power and movement speed are greatly increased, and "panic" and "confusion" are caused to the enemy general's troops.

……

Name: Gao Shun, courtesy name Xiaofu

Gender: Male

Age: 20

[Strength]: 88 (Second-rate)

[Command]: 89 (Second-rate)

[Politics]: 60

Intelligence: 78 (Third-rate)

[Appearance]: 72cm

Special skills:

【Ambition to Conquer】: The unit's attack power, defense power, and morale are greatly increased, and the first attack on fixed targets such as cities and fortresses will definitely cause "armor break" and "confusion" effects.

[Military discipline and authority]: ...

Chen Gong was the last to arrive. He came from Dongjun and was delayed for several days due to heavy rain on the way.

Name: Chen Gong, courtesy name Gongtai

Gender: Male

Age: 24

[Strength]: 41

[Command]: 75 (Third-rate)

[Politics]: 88 (Second-rate)

Intelligence: 93 (Top-tier)

[Appearance]: 75cm

……

Since he apologized as soon as he arrived, Liu Ce certainly wouldn't blame him.

At this point, almost everyone on the list had arrived.

Liu Ce stood in the study, looking at the personnel roster compiled by the butler, feeling extremely pleased.

The strategists are: Xi Zhicai, Xun Yu, Guo Jia, Jia Xu, Chen Gong, Tian Feng, and Ju Shou (Fang Xuanling and Du Ruhui are still in the system space and will not be released for the time being).

The generals are: Lü Bu, Huang Zhong, Zhang Liao, Gao Shun, Yan Liang, Wen Chou, and Yu Jin (Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, Zhao Yun, Dian Wei, Qin Qiong, and Cheng Yaojin are already under my command, and Yuwen Chengdu is also in the system space).

There was also the legendary physician Zhang Zhongjing.

This lineup is unbelievably luxurious.

Liu Ce couldn't help but hum a little tune: "We common folk are really happy today..."

Once everyone was settled, Liu Ce decided to throw a welcome banquet.

Firstly, it helps to build relationships, and secondly, it allows everyone to get to know each other.

The banquet was held in the main hall of the Marquis of Champion's residence, with dozens of tables set up. Liu Ce sat in the head seat, and the others were seated according to seniority and age.

The meal was plentiful: mutton, venison, steamed fish, roast chicken, and various vegetables.

The wine was the best "Dukang" from Luoyang, but Liu Ce also prepared other good things.

After several rounds of drinks, Liu Ce clapped his hands, and the steward brought out several wine jugs.

"Gentlemen," Liu Ce raised his glass, "it is my honor to have you all gathered here today. This first toast is to you all for traveling so far!"

Everyone raised their glasses and drank together.

After finishing his drink, Liu Ce gestured to the steward to pour wine from the white jade pot for each table.

The aroma wafted out as soon as the wine was poured.

The aroma was very special, rich and mellow, with an indescribable lingering fragrance.

Everyone present was worldly-wise, but none of them had ever smelled this kind of wine before.

Guo Jia, with his keen sense of smell, immediately asked, "My lord, what kind of wine is this? It smells wonderful!"

Liu Ce smiled: "This is my own brew, it's called... 'Immortal's Brew (Maotai)', everyone please have a taste."

The crowd raised their glasses with a mixture of belief and skepticism.

One bite, and the reactions varied.