Chapter 78: Dian Wei Goes to Battle

In short, Three Days passed in an instant, and Liu Bian and Lü Bu and the others had already arrived beneath Fuping City.

"General, the Imperial Court's Army has already arrived at the foot of the city!"

At this moment, within the Jun Prefect's residence of Fuping City, Xu Rong was seated at the head, listening to the news brought by the soldiers.

"Ben General knows."

"Come, go to the city tower!"

After hearing the soldiers' report, Xu Rong waved his hand at him and said lightly.

Then, he said something to the crowd, stood up, and headed out of the Main Hall first.

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"Emperor, should I still go this time?"

After arriving beneath Fuping City, the group stared at the city before them; Lü Bu stepped forward, bowed to Liu Bian, and asked.

"No, Xu Rong knows his strength."

"If he sees that the one going to battle is you, he would not dare to fight."

"This time, let the evil one go, you go."

"Remember, you must not take his life; the Emperor must stay alive!"

Thinking of Lü Bu's great name, Liu Bian immediately refused him.

Having said that, he no longer looked at his mournful expression.

Instead, he turned his gaze to Dian Wei beside him.

"Hahaha, finally I can make a move."

Seeing Liu Bian name him to go into battle, Dian Wei instantly rejoiced.

Then, patting his chest, he solemnly said to Liu Bian:

"Emperor, rest assured, I, the junior general, will capture Xu Rong alive for you!"

Watching Dian Wei head to the challenge, Guo Jia smiled at Liu Bian and said:

"The Emperor is still formidable!"

"General Dian Wei is not yet known to the world."

"If Xu Rong sees someone daring to provoke him, he will certainly leave the city to meet them."

"As long as General Dian Wei captures Xu Rong alive, this Fuping City will be in the Emperor's hands."

"Hehe, Feng Xiao said it well, so now let's see whether Xu Rong dares to face E Lai."

While the two were still talking, Dian Wei had already arrived beneath the city.

Facing the city, he shouted loudly: "I am the Han Empire, Tiger Ben Army Commander, Dian Wei."

"Xu Rong, do you dare to leave the city for a battle!"

Dian Wei's voice was loud; even without using inner force, the people on the city could hear him clearly.

Seeing no one respond, Dian Wei instantly became angry.

"What, Xu Rong, who is renowned for shaking Xiliang, actually lacks the courage to even leave the city for a battle?"

At this moment, Xu Rong, just having ascended the city tower, heard Dian Wei's challenge.

He couldn't help but rage: "I, the General, have only just arrived at the city, how could I fear you!"

Then, he stuck his head out and, with authority, said to Dian Wei below:

"I have heard your words just now; you are the Tiger Ben Army Commander, so in terms of status, you indeed have the qualification to spar with me."

After hearing Xu Rong's words, Dian Wei immediately curled his lip and said disdainfully:

"Xu Rong, I, General, respect you as a man, which is why I speak to you politely."

"You, a mere subordinate general appointed by Dong Zhuo, can you compare your position to that of my Tiger Ben Army Commander?"

"Really, what level are you, to dare say such a thing?"

"This must be fake wine, drunk too much!"

Hearing Dian Wei's words, Xu Rong felt a bit embarrassed.

He had gotten used to pretending, and forgot that this guy is an Imperial Court general.

The Han Empire's Tiger Ben Army Commander is a fourth‑rank official position.

Far from being comparable to the warlords' local commanders like him.

"Dian Wei, aren't you holding onto your status, trying to challenge me?"

"If you have the guts, wait; I will now leave the city and fight you!"

Xu Rong stopped further retorts with Dian Wei and immediately decided to leave the city to fight him.

He also wanted to see the strength of the Han Empire's Tiger Ben Army Commander.

Then, Xu Rong summoned a thousand troops and left the city.

"I must say, Xu Rong, you are indeed a man!"

"The Emperor values talent; if you are not, surrender directly to the Emperor, and your future will be boundless."

"Moreover, Dong Zhuo is dead; after all these years, you have already repaid him."

"Why then bear the name of a treacherous rebel?"

Seeing Xu Rong opposite, Dian Wei couldn't help but comfort him, saying:

Such a talent, who hasn't done any wrongdoing, if he were like Duan Wei and died like that, it would be a pity.

"Moreover, with the Emperor's magnanimity, there is no need to worry about not being given important positions."

"As long as you have strength, you can be given important positions."

Having said that, Dian Wei, with a sincere expression, looked at Xu Rong.

If you want me to surrender, it's not impossible, is it?

Facing Dian Wei's persuasion, Xu Rong was already prepared.

Originally, he didn't want to oppose Liu Bian.

Moreover, Dian Wei was right: Dong Zhuo's great kindness, and the deeds he has done for him over the years, are already enough to repay the favor.

If he were to die and keep opposing Liu Bian's great army.

That would be truly courting death, and after death he'd still have to bear the reputation of a rebel.

In any case, that's not the result he wants.

He has fought for the Han Empire for so long, only to end up with a rebel's reputation, which he cannot accept.

Seeing Xu Rong's intention to submit, Dian Wei's face lit up, and he said excitedly:

Then tell me your terms; as long as they're not excessive, Your Majesty will definitely agree.

Heh, this general's condition is simple: as long as you can defeat me, this general will submit.

Xu Rong looked at Dian Wei, his face sincere, and said.

Hahaha, General Xu, are you serious?

After hearing Xu Rong's terms, Dian Wei was instantly overjoyed, and even his way of addressing him changed.

This condition, for him, was truly too simple.

One should know that the fifty‑thousand Xiliang Army led by Lü Bu are all of Third-rate General strength.

Among them, many have already broken through to Second-rate General level.

And Xu Rong's martial power is only at Second-rate General strength.

Thus, these Xiliang Army soldiers of Second-rate General strength can defeat Xu Rong.

Not to mention, they are already those who have broken through to the Postnatal Realm.

Haha, Your Majesty, this Xu Rong is simply adorable!

Behind Dian Wei, Liu Bian and others, upon hearing Xu Rong's words, were also a bit pleased.

Lü Bu couldn't help but laugh at Liu Bian.

Hehe!

Liu Bian, hearing Lü Bu's words, also gave a slight smile.

Then, everyone's gaze turned toward the two Xu Rong on the field.

And Xu Rong, seeing that Dian Wei had heard his terms, was overjoyed beyond expectation and instantly replied without hesitation:

I, Xu Rong, a spit and a nail—my word is binding!

Fine, then call me this general, and have a good lesson in General Xu's martial power!

General Xu, I have offended you!

Your…

After speaking, Dian Wei gestured to Xu Rong with a clasped hand, then brandished his double halberd and charged forward.

Haha, good timing!

Your…

Seeing Dian Wei riding toward him, Xu Rong immediately shouted loudly.

Wielding a Long Blade, he rode his horse to meet him.

Clang!

The two quickly engaged in battle, and the moment their weapons touched, sparks flew everywhere.

What, what strange force is this!

The instant his hand touched Dian Wei's halberd, Xu Rong felt his palm go numb, and the hand holding the Long Blade began to tremble.

Haha, General Xu, if this is your strength, you can't beat this general.

Ben General, I only used thirty percent of my strength!

Seeing Xu Rong's demeanor, Dian Wei instantly gave him a playful look.

What! This general doesn't believe!

Hearing Dian Wei's words, Xu Rong was instantly shocked, his face full of incomprehension.

Ben General doesn't believe, again!