It was also at this moment that Liu Biao sent an order to Liu Jue to head to Xiangyang to discuss how to deal with Cao Ren's invasion.
Liu Jue immediately began to prepare. This time, he planned to bring only five thousand of Gan Ning's elite soldiers.
After all, Liu Biao still had tens of thousands of soldiers in Xiangyang, so Liu Jue did not have to worry too much about the military strength.
Liu Jue stood in the courtyard and looked at the gradually darkening sky outside. He felt as if his blood was boiling.
Liu Jue couldn't help but recall the bloody battle with Zhou Yu in Wuchang a few months ago.
At that time, he could defeat Zhou Yu. Now, he could also defeat Cao Ren.
As he thought about it, Liu Jue could not help but feel a little hungry. He wondered why dinner had not been delivered yet.
After a moment, a servant girl hurried over and said respectfully,"Milord, Madam Qiao invites you to dinner.”
"Xiao Qiao?" Liu Jue was slightly surprised.
Over the past two months, Xiao Qiao's body had recovered after recuperating. Her complexion had also returned to how it was when Liu Jue first met her.
During this period of time, Liu Jue often went to Xiao Qiao's place to sit and listen to her play the zither. It was also a form of entertainment and a way to cultivate feelings.
Speaking of which, Xiao Qiao was not much older than Liu Jue.
"Alright, I'll go right away." Liu Jue nodded.
After tidying his clothes, Liu Jue got up and went to Xiao Qiao's place. It took him a few minutes to reach his destination.
This was another courtyard. Because Qin Shi hanged herself there, Liu Jue felt that it was very unlucky, so he asked Xiao Qiao to move here.
Liu Jue walked into the courtyard and happened to see a few servant girls leaving in a hurry. He then walked into the house and saw Xiao Qiao kneeling on the couch, looking at him with a smile.
Her smile seemed to be a little shy, causing her porcelain face to be dyed with a few intoxicating blushes.
"Sir, please sit!" Xiao Qiao was dressed in her best attire and had light makeup on her face, making her look even more stunning than usual.
Liu Jue immediately understood Xiao Qiao's intention. He smiled and sat down beside her.
Xiao Qiao saw Liu Jue's smile and her face turned even redder. She quickly picked up the wine pot and poured wine for Liu Jue.
"Is this wine?" Liu Jue looked at the scarlet wine and was a little surprised.
" Yes, this is the only jar left in the manor. Your Excellency is going to Xiangyang tomorrow to resist Cao Ren's army coming south, so I took the initiative to..." Xiao Qiao looked at Liu Jue as she spoke.
"If you didn't take it out, I would have forgotten.”Liu Jue shook his head and smiled. He did not blame Xiao Qiao.
This wine was found in the cellar of his mansion after he conquered Chaisang. It must have been given to Zhou Yu by Sun Quan.
He had given one to Gan Ning and the others, while the other was in his cellar.
Liu Jue did not drink much himself, so he had forgotten about it over time.
"My lord, this concubine shall toast you!" Xiao Qiao raised her wine glass and said to Liu Jue.
"Good! I can't not drink a toast from a beauty!" Liu Jue laughed and raised his wine cup, clinking it with Xiao Qiao's.
Xiao Qiao smiled shyly and took a sip of the wine. Then, she put down the wine cup and served Liu Jue dinner.
Liu Jue drank the wine in one gulp. He recalled a poem he had learned before. A great battle was about to begin, and he could not help but recite it.
" Grape wine, luminous cup, if you want to drink the pipa, hurry up. Drunken Lord Grim lies on the battlefield.”
When Xiao Qiao heard the poem, she savored the meaning in it and her eyes reddened. She said to Liu Jue,""Milord, regardless of victory or defeat in this battle with the Cao army, you must return safely.”
Liu Jue's heart warmed when he heard that. He reached out and pulled Xiao Qiao into his arms."Don't worry, I will come back safely. Cao Ren is not my match!”
Xiao Qiao leaned against Liu Jue's chest and wrapped her arms around his waist. That broad and warm feeling made her feel very at ease.
Right now, she only cared about Liu Jue.
Xiao Qiao suddenly stood up and closed the door. She then said shyly to Liu Jue,""Milord, let this concubine help you change.”
"Good!" Of course, Liu Jue would not refuse. Although he was still a little hungry, he would rather taste another delicacy.
……
Early the next morning, Liu Jue, wearing the Scarlet Refined Armor, led Zhuge Liang, Pang Tong, Gan Ning, and the five thousand elite soldiers to board the warship heading for Xiangyang.
Liu Jue stood at the bow of the boat and looked at the scenery on the river. He thought of the madness last night and the faint fragrance on Xiao Qiao's body.
Xiao Qiao, the famous beauty of River East, had become his woman since last night.
It had to be said that this made Liu Jue feel a sense of conquest.
Putting aside last night's flirtatious scene, Liu Jue returned to the cabin to discuss the battle with Cao Ren with Zhuge Liang and Pang Tong.
At noon, the fleet arrived at Xiakou. Liu Jue stopped and prepared to visit Huo Jun and Wei Yan.
Everyone knew that Cao Ren was heading south, but Liu Jue didn't expect Wei Yan to ask to follow him.
"I've been following you for several months, but I haven't made any contributions. Now that Xiakou is safe, please allow me to go with you to resist Cao Ren.”Wei Yan said with a flushed face.
Seeing Wei Yan's sincere words, Liu Jue didn't want to dampen his enthusiasm. Since Sun Quan was busy pacifying Shan Yue, he wouldn't have any ideas about Jiang Xia for the time being. Thus, he agreed to Wei Yan's request.
After noon, the army continued north.
Three days later, Liu Jue finally returned to Xiangyang. After settling down his troops, Liu Jue immediately went to pay his respects to Liu Biao.
To Liu Jue's surprise, Liu Biao told him right away that within the Jing State, many people led by Cai Mao had proposed to surrender to the Cao army.
"Jue 'er, Cai Mao and the others are very much against this. Are you sure you can defeat Cao Ren this time?" Liu Biao asked worriedly.”
" Don't worry, Father," Liu Jue said in a clear voice." I will definitely defeat the Cao army and cut off Cao Ren's head."”
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