Romance of the Three Kingdoms: Became the Eldest Son of Sun Ce - Chapter 163



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Episode 163. Yang Yang Sung (5)

Hyungju Namgun Yangyangseong.

The last of the kind.

A full fifteen days had passed since Liu Biao’s funeral was held in a grand manner. And a full fifteen days was long enough for news of Liu Biao’s death to spread throughout Jingzhou.

This meant that the ceasefire that had been so hard to achieve with Sonso had also turned into ashes.

However, the local aristocrats of Yangyang, including Chae Mo, did not regret the end of the war.

In any case, Liu Biao’s death was certain. No, rather, didn’t Liu Biao presumptuously try to make Liu Ji his successor? In that case, it would be best for the aristocrats if Liu Biao died.

If only Yugi had followed in Yoo Pyo’s footsteps.

The very thought of a future like that was terrifying.

Chae-mo glanced at Yu-jong, who was sitting at the head of the table, with triumphant eyes.

Yujong had a young face and a confident look, which was typical of young people.

Chae Mo, who was running around trying to get Yu Jong to that spot, couldn’t help but laugh at him. If anyone saw Yu Jong, they would think he got there on his own.

‘Tsk tsk, do you really think that my current authority is the same as my dead father’s? Just think about it for a moment and you’ll understand… How stupid… .’

If Yujong really thought that way, it was a big mistake. The other clans knew very well that Yujong was not the rightful heir. And it was the clans of Yangyang, themselves, who put Yujong, who was not the rightful heir, in that position.

In other words, Yu Jong was a bigger debtor than his father, Yu Biao. He also had a mountain of debts to repay to the powerful families of Yangyang.

And the creditor, Chae Mo, began to seriously collect the debt from Yu Jong.

Chae-mo opened her mouth.

“Since this is a serious matter, I congratulate you on your inauguration as Yoo Hyung-joo only now. Congratulations, Yoo Hyung-joo.”

The name that Chae-mo used to call Yu-jong was meaningful.

In the past, instead of calling him ‘lord’ as was the case when calling Liu Biao, Liu Jong was called Liu Hyeongju.

However, Yoo Jong, who did not notice this, spoke with a slight nervousness even though it was only a formal greeting.

“Oh, thank you. I hope you will continue to help me a lot in the future.”

Most of the officials in the audience laughed inwardly at Yu Jong’s remarks, which seemed to show that he still had not grasped the situation. They say there is no one under the authority of a wealthy family, but this was worse than a puppy.

Chae-mo also laughed softly at Yu-jong and said.

“…Yes, I should help Yoo Hyung-ju a lot. But…. What does Yoo Hyung-ju think of Hyung-ju’s current situation?”

As Chae-mo began to speak, Yu-jong opened his mouth, racking his brain.

“Um…. First of all, since Xinye Castle is empty, I’ll pick a general and send him to Xinye Castle…. I’ll also pick a general from the north of Dangyang County….”

Yujong’s own answer.

However, Chae-mo shook his head firmly. Not only that, he even clicked his tongue in front of Yoo-jong, who was clearly above him in the hierarchy.

“Tsk tsk, then isn’t the future of Yangyang dark? The ceasefire with Songa that we trusted has been broken. Our forces are already closing in on Songa from all sides. So how can you even think of fighting back?”

Although he spoke indirectly, Chae-mo’s intention was clear.

At first, Yoo Jong had an expression of confusion. Soon, his face turned pale.

“…Cha Jong-sa, when you tell me not to fight, are you telling me to surrender?”

Then, Chae-mo smiled without saying anything. While Yu-jong was staring blankly at that strange smile, Go-wol stepped forward.

“…Excuse me, Mr. Yoo Hyeong-ju, do you think that your own talents are better than those of your predecessor, your father?”

Then Yujong was speechless. He also had an inkling of it. How did he become his father’s successor?

That’s why Yujong couldn’t bring himself to answer.

Unless Liu Zong had clear evidence or achievements, how could a rookie who had just taken office as the governor of Jingzhou rate himself as superior to Liu Biao, who had once pacified Jingzhou?

That was an act that tarnished the reputation of Yu Jong himself, his father, and Yu Biao.

Yujong answered with a voice he could barely squeeze out.

“…How can I ever reach my father’s shadow? I am still sorely lacking.”

Although he was the lord in name, Goewol continued to answer with an indifferent attitude.

“Then let me ask you one more question. Are you more talented than the enemy general Son Baek-so?”

Yujong kept his mouth shut again.

The first was Liu Biao, who had once pacified the entire Jing Province, and the second was Sun So-ra, who had defeated his father and taken over most of Jing Province, and had also achieved outstanding military achievements in Jiangdong. The comparison was too strong.

Yujong squeezed out his strength once again.

“…No, my talents are still too humble to reach him….”

At this point, only a fool would realize that the Chae-mo and Goyeol forces are intent on surrender.

But even if the majority shouts surrender with one mouth.

There’s bound to be at least one fool who shouts for a fight to the death.

The throne was such a case.

“My lord! The mouths of Chae Jong-sa and Goe Jong-sa are so wicked that it is clear that they are in collusion with the enemy! Hang their heads at the castle gate to establish your majesty!”

Then Chae Mo frowned and spoke to the king.

“Look here, General Wang! How dare you say such things to me! How dare you insult Chae Deok-gyu like that!”

“Hmph, it has only been two weeks since the lord took his seat, so how can you be better than me, the servant who is offering surrender!”

“Huh? Then do you have a sharp way? I am the one who wants to ask. The 10,000 troops that were protecting Xinye were stolen by that big-eared Liu Bei, so our current force is only 30,000.

“If you press up and down with your hand, how are you going to fight?”

Then, this time, the king who had been persecuting Chae Mo became mute.

I heard that the Sun family living in Xingzhou had 50,000 troops. It was more likely that there were more than that. If Liu Biao’s army currently had 30,000 troops, it would be difficult to defend Yangyang Castle.

When Wang Wei shut his mouth, Chae Mo, who was full of energy, pressured Wang Wei.

“Why did you suddenly shut your mouth? Where, keep talking! What are you going to do?”

At that moment, Bang San-min, who had been listening quietly, opened his mouth.

“Chae Jong-ja, I heard that the relationship between Son Baek-bu and Son Baek-so is getting worse. So, until the two of them completely break up….”

The moment a plausible alternative comes out of Bang San-min’s mouth.

A lower-ranking official came rushing in from outside and opened his mouth.

“Son-ga, a messenger has come from Son Baek-so! The messenger, the messenger is…. Mr. Bang Sa-won!”

At the news that Bangtong had arrived as an envoy, the surrounding officials became quiet for a moment.

“Radio station!”

“Has Bongchu come here?”

Who was Pang Tong? Wasn’t he one of the disciples of Sima Hui, the great scholar of the time? And now, there was no official who didn’t know that he was enjoying great fame under Sun Zhaojun.

This was the weight of my name that Bang Tong carried in Hyungju these days.

And after a while, Bangtong came in, walking as if he was walking into his house, and said.

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“Aha, there are so many faces that are so welcome? Chae Jong-sa, Goe Jong-sa, General Wang, and….”

As he said that, Bangtong’s gaze stopped on Bangsanmin.

Bangtong said with a bright smile.

“First, I would like to express my deepest condolences on the death of Yoo Hyung-ju. And…. The lord asked Yangyang.

Surrender or war. By the way, if you surrender, my lord said he would mercifully not shed a single drop of blood. However, if you want war in Yangyang… .”

As Bang Tong’s words became longer and the tension among the Hyungju officials increased, Bang Tong spoke with a cold expression on his face.

“Whatever you think, I have declared that I will show you more than that. So, what do you think, Yangyang?”

The moment Bangsanmin was about to respond, Bangtong stepped forward as if something had occurred to him and spoke.

“If by any chance you are trying to use the relationship between you and General Sun as a weapon to hold on, then give up. Don’t you know who your master is? It’s Son Baek-so. Son Baek-so! Do you think that you have gained this great reputation in vain?”

From the Yellow Turban Rebels who cried out for the Yellow Heavens and caused chaos in the world to the numerous warlords who have dominated the current chaotic times.

But just as the sun in the sky rises and sets, so too do the warlords of the world.

Gongsun Zan, known as the greatest force in the north.

The appendix, formerly called the spleen, and the cecum.

Yuan Shu, who settled in the fertile Huainan region and was once called the best in the south.

The element that was called the greatest force in the North.

From Yuan Shu to Liu Biao, who was once called the greatest in the South.

All of these were powerful warlords, but now they have become nothing more than a handful of dust.

And among the next generation of world warlords who followed in their footsteps, there were several who stood out.

The best among them is, of course, Son So. Wasn’t he the one who gradually built up his reputation from an age when others would be playing around with swords or pranks?

As a result of the numerous experiences he has accumulated since his precocious childhood, no one can easily touch Sonso these days.

In addition, the fame of Son So, which had been accumulated in this way, was widely spread in the nearby Jingzhou area rather than the relatively distant Central Plains. In fact, he had been treated harshly by Son So.

That is why there were no officials in Xingzhou who underestimated Sonso.

When the noisy ministers around him became quiet, Bang Tong smiled inwardly. He had only waved Son So’s name as a weapon, but the effect was better than he had expected.

‘This is going to work out better than expected.’

***

Hyungju Namgun Gangneungseong.

The tooth of the hand.

It has been almost two weeks since Liu Biao sent a messenger to offer condolences and have Yangyang Castle surrender.

The people around me were originally people who had no one to talk to. I became a little bored when the one with the most interesting conversation disappeared.

‘I don’t know if the report from Ikju will reach me, but it hasn’t arrived yet.’

I glanced up and looked at Sim-woo. Sim-woo was working hard on his job, as expected of a busy worker.

When I threw down my brush and stared blankly into space.

Sim Woo, who had been watching me, opened his mouth.

“…There are no separate rooms, so are you free?”

“Hmm, it seems that the empty space in the temple―the character for Bangtong―is quite large.”

Then Sim Woo asked with a dumbfounded face.

“Aren’t you worried about sending such a valuable person as an envoy to the enemy camp?”

I laughed out loud at Sim Woo’s joke. It was the first interesting joke I’d heard in a long time.

“…You’re worried about the temple? Me? Hahaha, you know how to joke around!”

Who is the broadcaster?

He is a member of the Bangga clan, a powerful family in Hyungju. Even if he surrendered to Songa, his bloodline is still Bangga’s bloodline.

And that’s not all?

Nowadays, the reputation of individual broadcasters is so great in Hyungju.

Before I was promoted, he seemed like a new celebrity, but now he has risen to prominence as a full-fledged celebrity in Hyungju who can fully display his abilities.

Above all, that messenger is me, Sonso’s messenger.

What if Yang Yang-seong goes crazy and kills Bang Tong?

That was tantamount to wanting to have a real fight with me.

‘Of course, the possibility of things going this way is extremely slim. In the first place, the local clans aren’t even that great.’

Sim Woo clicked his tongue slightly and shook his head.

“…Then, talk to Resonance. Isn’t there Resonance?”

“Since Gongmyeong was appointed to me, he hasn’t spoken much. So what are you talking about? Of course, I’m glad that he seems to be motivated to work these days. Anyway, that’s what it is.”

While talking to Sim-woo like that, I looked into Hyung-joo’s busy schedule.

An unwelcome old man opened the door stealthily and came in.

“Ahem, Son Hyeong-ju. You’re working hard today too. Would you like me, an old man, to take a look at it for you?”

It was a teacher.

Teacher, this old man was watching what I was doing every day without getting tired of it.

‘The way he’s acting is just like a eunuch. Okay, I’ll make him a eunuch.’

After a moment of thought, I smiled hollowly and said.

“No, this is Hyungjumok’s job, so I should do it. What else is there to do?”

“Oh, if you treat me like that, I’ll really hurt your feelings. We’re not in a relationship where we have to meet for something to happen!”

As I was dealing with the yellow press, a messenger came running quickly from outside.

“Hyungju Son, this is a report from Byeolga Bang! Please take a look!”

When I heard that it was a report from Bangtong, I quickly received the letter and read it.

And after checking the contents of the letter, I clenched my fist. I had thought it would be difficult, but Bangtong had succeeded brilliantly.

It was just then.

The instructor looked at me with sparkling eyes. He stared at me, no, at the letter in my hand, so much that it seemed as if he had learned clairvoyance.

But at that moment, it felt like a bright bolt of lightning struck my head.

‘Wait a minute, if I were to lead the army north right now… What would this old man report to Jianye? He would gather all the news, both current and future, and send it to me?’

They would certainly threaten that I would disobey Sun Ce’s orders and go to war, along with all sorts of bad rumors about me.

But what if it wasn’t war?

If it’s just an improvement diet that feels like a walk.

The corners of my mouth slightly curled into a smile as I anticipated the future ahead.

‘It won’t be long before I see that ugly face.’

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