Three Kingdoms: Conquer Wu from Maicheng with Cavalry and Swords, Don't Fall Behind

Outside Maicheng, at the Jiangdong camp, a somber atmosphere hung heavy with gloom. The soldiers remained silent, a chill running through their hearts.

A battlefield with 30,000 men was truly enormous. Many people did not get to witness Guan Yu's might as well fight against a thousand men single-handedly. After returning to camp, all sorts of strange and wonderful legends were passed down among his comrades.

"A man who can take on a thousand men, truly a man who can take on a thousand men! I have never seen such a terrifying man. Even with his crescent blade broken, he could still tear a captain apart with his bare hands. In a flash, the man was split in two!"

When this statement was first circulated, some Jiangdong youths were indignant. "Our comrades have already shown off, what are we supposed to do?" they thought.

"Guan Yu's wide-range, charged attack is usually accompanied by a tornado or internal energy wave, which can blow away all the miscellaneous soldiers in a straight line like lanterns."

"Even a simple slash can cause a small area of ​​people to be knocked away. Combined with legs comparable to a divine steed, it can charge back and forth in the midst of a large army, and the corpses are knocked away again before they even hit the ground."

Is this how you're going to act? We can't let the young masters of Yuzhang steal the limelight from the young noblemen of Wujun.

"Guan Yu's physique is like Mount Tai, using his unparalleled charging ability to dash across the battlefield like lightning. He also uses his own impact to send soldiers flying everywhere, and with the help of his crescent blade, he can cut through dense formations like grass, instantly creating a path of flying flesh and blood."

"I'm telling the absolute truth. I would never dare say that if I hadn't seen it with my own eyes!"

The Danyang soldiers, who had always looked down on the Jiangdong rats, acquiesced. In this battle, they suffered heavy losses, a truly shameful defeat compared to their previous achievements.

As the rumors spread, they felt somewhat relieved. It wasn't that they were incompetent, but rather that Guan Yu was truly too powerful, beyond human comprehension.

Rumors circulated repeatedly, and the young men of Jiangdong all kept silent.

Clap, clap. A rapid clatter of hooves shattered the silence.

"Hahaha, Grand Commander, Grand Commander, how can you sleep?"

A hearty laugh, tinged with contempt, echoed through the long night. The newcomer rode straight into the commander's tent, a single glance from him silencing the guards.

His attendants, dressed in brocade robes, followed him, their presence dazzling wherever they went.

Lu Ba was seething with anger, and seeing Gan Ning's arrogant and domineering attitude, he couldn't help but loudly remind everyone: "Riding is forbidden in the army!"

Gan Ning flung open the tent flap, exuding an imposing aura: "What did you say? I didn't hear you clearly. Say it again if you dare!"

This doesn't sound like he didn't hear clearly at all. Lü Ba forced a smile and said, "General, please have some self-respect."

Gan Ning strode closer, his powerful aura forcing Lü Ba to look him in the eye.

clap clap!

Gan Ning gently patted Lü Ba's cheek, speaking in the tone of an elder loving a younger generation: "From now on, follow your father closely and learn from him to improve your skills."

Lu Meng calmly asked, "Xingba, haven't you made enough of a scene?"

Gan Ning was known for his unruly and rebellious nature, and was considered a tough nut to crack in Jiangdong. He was recommended by Zhou Yu and Lü Meng and should have been grateful for Lü Meng's kindness, but he broke his promise.

A young boy worked as a cook under Gan Ning. He accidentally added too much salt, angering Gan Ning, and fled to Lü Meng's camp for protection.

Lu Meng took pity on the young man, took him in, and even held a banquet to plead his case. Gan Ning agreed not to kill him, then turned around, took him out of the Lu family compound, tied him to a tree, and shot him to death.

Lu Meng was furious and sounded the drums to gather his troops, preparing to attack Gan Ning. Gan Ning ignored him and deliberately hid on the boat, refusing to get up.

Later, Lü Meng found himself in a difficult situation and had no other choice but to compromise: "Xingba, my mother has prepared a meal for you. Hurry up and get ashore."

The two had just reconciled, and Gan Ning also felt guilty towards Lü Meng, and they gradually became close friends.

As for the young man who died, he was remembered in history as a stepping stone for the "friendship between Lü and Gan," which means that someone spoke up for him.

In the current predicament of Maicheng, Lü Mengtai needs a capable general who can stabilize the hearts of the people.

Gan Ning sat down casually, his eyes full of doubt:

"Grand Commander, I can't sleep. Han Dang and Jiang Qin have been beheaded, and Sun Jiao's Danyang troops were almost completely wiped out, and he himself didn't survive either. Guan Yu is so rampant, how come no one has stopped him?"

"Tomorrow, could you send me an additional thousand men? I will go and breach the city. I guarantee that Guan Yu will not dare show his face at the mere sound of my cough. If he does, I will behead him!"

Lu Ba said sarcastically, "Once you meet Guan Yu, you won't think that way anymore. Your boasting now doesn't seem like you have real ability."

Gan Ning drew his sword with a clang and, without warning, aimed it at Lü Ba's neck.

Lu Ba broke out in a cold sweat, and a strange feeling arose in his mind that if he dared to speak out, blood would definitely be drawn.

If it weren't for his father's example, and his status as the legitimate son who wanted to inherit the title, he would have been terrified and would have crawled away in fear.

His status, wealth, and position gave him the courage to not pee.

Lu Meng waved his arm weakly and said, "This is a military meeting. All irrelevant personnel may leave."

Lu Ba breathed a sigh of relief, clasped his hands in a bow, and left the camp. The tent immediately became quiet and deserted.

"Wait a little longer, Youping will be here soon," Lü Meng explained to Gan Ning.

Gan Ning laughed heartily: "Grand Commander, since you've already sent me, inviting Zhou Tai would make me feel ashamed. I've always thought that I'm the one you trust the most."

Lu Meng met Gan Ning's gaze calmly, prompting him to wonder: "The Supreme One, is coming too?!"

Zhou Tai was the most fierce bodyguard by the side of the Marquis of Wu, and the ruler and his subject were always inseparable.

Maicheng is very close to Jiangling; it takes two days to march there, but only one day for light cavalry.

Gan Ning clapped his hands in a strange manner: "Interesting, interesting. It seems that not only Zhou Tai and the Supreme One, but all the important people have come to share the spoils."

Taking Jingzhou is such a great achievement. How could the Grand Commander possibly take it all for himself?

The capture of Maicheng was delayed, and both Jiang Qin and Han Dang had been killed. When news of Sun Jiao's death reached them, the situation became even more serious. A huge uproar was inevitable.

Sun Jiao, representing the imperial clan, deserved the second-highest honors after Lü Meng, which was perfectly reasonable. Now that he's gone, the Marquis of Wu and the Jiangdong gentry will never stand idly by and watch Lü Meng reap all the credit.

Lu Meng rubbed his temples to steady himself: "This isn't flesh, it's bone. You've probably heard the rumors circulating in the army."

Gan Ning's eyes gleamed with disdain: "A bunch of cowards, upon seeing a true hero, will naturally bow down and worship. I led a hundred cavalrymen in a night raid on Cao Cao's camp, like a tiger among sheep, slaying countless enemies without losing a single soldier, and blunting their morale before returning. Cao Cao's soldiers see me as if they have encountered a fierce god or demon."

Lu Meng, his heart heavy, did not reply. Guan Yu's performance on the battlefield was nothing short of miraculous. Had he not witnessed it with his own eyes, he would never have believed it.

One man can take on a thousand.

With such martial prowess, why would Xiang Yu need to cross the Wujiang River? Killing Liu Bang single-handedly would be a piece of cake.

Lu Meng cautiously replied, "In short, you will follow my orders. I will leave the opportunity to kill Guan Yu to you, and I will never break my promise."

Gan Ning reluctantly hummed in agreement. He would act according to the circumstances once they were on the battlefield. If the time was right, he would seize the opportunity to strike and live up to his trust.

The sound of horses' hooves pounded again, echoing in the desolate night. The messenger spurred his horse straight to the commander's tent, shouting, "Urgent report! Extremely urgent!"

Lü Meng strode out to greet him, personally taking a still-wet silk scroll. After reading it, he was overjoyed:

"Guan Yu sent Yi Ji to persuade Yu Jin to surrender. Yu Jin arrested the envoy and pledged his loyalty to Jiangdong. Truly, Heaven is helping us!"