Three Kingdoms: Fusion of Entries, Change of Destiny

Chapter 39 Dragon Rider

Cao Cao was dragged by Cao Yan all the way to the gate of the camp.

Outside the camp gate,
Two young men were leading horses, standing quietly not far away.

Both of them looked to be no more than sixteen years old.

One of them was a little thin, with a pointed jaw, high brow bones, and a pair of slightly narrow eyes, in which a gleam of light occasionally flashed.

The other man's body was almost that of an adult military general, with broad shoulders and back, standing like a pine tree, with thick eyebrows, big eyes, a broad face and a heavy chin, and he looked very majestic!

When Lao Cao saw these two people for the first time, he couldn't help but praise them in his heart: "Great!!"

At some point, it became Cao Cao who was pulling Cao Yan and finally came in front of the two of them.

Before Cao Yan could speak, Xiahou Lan excitedly knelt on one knee and said, "Greetings, General Cao, and Captain Cao!"

"Are these Cao Cao and Cao Yan?" Zhao Yun was curious. "I heard they are brothers from the same father and mother, so why is there such a huge difference in their appearance and temperament?"

But despite his curiosity, Zhao Yun remained calm and saluted, saying, "Zhao Yun, I pay my respects to General Cao, Captain Cao!"

Cao Yan stepped forward to help the two of them up, and said with a smile:

"I've been waiting so long for you two to finally come! Come, let me introduce you to each other!"

As he spoke, he pointed at Cao Cao and said, "This is my brother, Cao Cao, whose courtesy name is Mengde."

Then he introduced Cao Cao, "This is Xiahou Lan, also known by the courtesy name Qingyuan."

"This is Zhao Yun, also known by his courtesy name Zilong. He will surely become one of the world's top military commanders in the future."

As he spoke, Cao Yan threw a [Insight] towards Zhao Yun.
Name: Zhao Yun (Zilong)

Sex: Male
Hobbies: Martial arts, horse breeding

Favorability: 49%
Entries: Dragon Gallbladder Silver Soul (Gold), Loyal and Righteous Guardian (Purple), Hundred Steps Shooting Arrow (Purple), Swift Wind Shadow (Purple), Natural Cavalry General (Purple)]

"Huh? Why is Zhao Yun's initial favorability towards me so high?" Cao Yan was surprised, but then he thought, "I guess Xiahou Lan must have said a lot of good things about me along the way."

The fact was just as Cao Yan expected. Along the way, Xiahou Lan told Zhao Yun in detail what he saw and heard in Dongwuyang, as well as the various policies he learned.

Since Zhao Yun knew these things in advance, and after entering Dongjun and seeing with his own eyes how the people lived and worked in peace and contentment, he naturally had a high initial favorable impression of Cao Yan.

Cao Cao stepped forward, grabbed one of them with each hand, and said with a smile, "It is a blessing for me, Cao Cao, that you two little heroes can come to join me!"

After exchanging pleasantries, Cao Cao got straight to the point: "Zi'an said these 3,000 cavalrymen were for you, and he kept his word. No matter who came to ask for them, he refused to give them."

When Zhao Yun and Xiahou Lan heard this, they couldn't help but look at Cao Yan, their eyes full of gratitude.

Cao Yan also smiled and said, "I've already trained you on the basic formations and coordination. As for how to display your strength in battle, that's up to you to figure out on your own."

Cao Cao didn't wait for Zhao Yun and Xiahou Lan to speak, and said directly: "Zhao Yun, Xiahou Lan, listen to my orders!"

The two looked at each other, then bowed and said, "I'm here!"

"Order Zhao Yun as the Captain of the Cavalry, and Xiahou Lan as the Commander of the Separate Division, to take command of these three thousand new cavalrymen immediately!"

Cao Cao actually gave the official position he had held before to Zhao Yun, which shows his appreciation and respect for Zhao Yun.

"In history, Boss Cao was unable to get the love of Zhao Yun, so now it can be regarded as a disguised way of fulfilling his dream!" Cao Yan muttered to himself.

Whether in terms of mind and demeanor, or in serving the people, Gongsun Zan is to Cao Cao as stars are to the moon, and crows are to the phoenix!

At this moment, Zhao Yun and Xiahou Lan were completely convinced!

"Even if Yun (Lan) were to sacrifice his life, it would still be difficult to repay the lord's kindness!" Zhao Yun and Xiahou Lan clasped their fists and saluted.

"Hurry! Get up quickly!" Lao Cao's face was almost broken from laughing.

He pulled Zhao Yun and Xiahou Lan together and asked, "Give your troops a name!"

Zhao Yun did not answer directly. Instead, he looked at Cao Yan and asked, "Captain, you are knowledgeable. Why don't you come up with a name for this cavalry unit?"

"Oh! This kid is quite knowledgeable about the ways of the world, not bad!" Cao Cao secretly praised.
A guy like Lu Bu is already in his forties, but his personality is still like that of a big brat. He can't speak, let alone behave like a human being.

Zhao Yun is not only brave and outstanding at such a young age, but also knows how to maintain interpersonal relationships. He has the potential to be a famous general!
Cao Yan was not polite and replied with a smile: "Let's call it Flying Dragon Cavalry!"

How can I lose when a dragon hits my face?!

Zhao Yun bowed and said, "Thank you, Captain, for the name!"

"Flying Dragon Rider, what a good name!" Lao Cao praised.

"Thank you Captain for the name!" Zhao Yun and Xiahou Lan were also overjoyed.

They just want to go to the battlefield immediately.
Take practical actions to repay the kindness of the two brothers Cao Cao and Cao Yan!
The opportunity will come soon.

"Zilong, Qingyuan, since you are here, lead the cavalry and follow my eldest brother to rescue Bao Xin." Cao Yan said.

"Don't give them a few more days to adapt?" Cao Cao asked.

"It will take some time to get going. Just adapt as you go." Seeing Zhao Yun and Xiahou Lan were a little confused, Cao Yan explained, "A million Yellow Turbans from Qingzhou invaded Yanzhou, and now most of Yanzhou has fallen."

"Ah!!!" Zhao Yun and Xiahou Lan were shocked.

But what surprised them even more was yet to come.

Cao Yan continued, "Yanzhou Governor Liu Dai has died in battle, and Yanzhou is now leaderless.

Jibei Xiang Bao Xin defended Cangtingjin to the death, buying time for us to move south.

The battlefield is changing rapidly these days, and there's no time for you to adapt and prepare."

Zhao Yun nodded and said, "My lord, Captain, rest assured. We will adapt quickly and become combat-ready!"

Cao Cao then asked, "Zi'an, how many more people do you think I should take with me?"

Cao Yan thought for a moment and said, "Zixiu's Yuanyang Army is extremely effective against the Yellow Turbans, who lack cavalry. It would be a good idea to bring him with us.

Last time, the two Xiahou brothers didn't get to fight, and they kept complaining about it. This time, let them go."

Cao Cao nodded slightly: "As you say."

However, just as Cao Cao was about to leave, he suddenly turned back and said to Cao Yan, "Zi'an, I have to take Zhicai with me so that I can have someone to talk to.

Since Wen Ruo is not here right now, I'll have to trouble you to take over the position of County Magistrate temporarily!"

"???"

……

Bao Xin soon received a reply from Cao Cao.

In his letter, Cao Cao stated that he had personally led 5,000 cavalry and 8,000 infantry, and was riding at full speed day and night to rush to Cangtingjin.

After reading it, Bao Xin was deeply moved.

Previously, in order to relieve the difficulties in Yanzhou,
Bao Xin actually sent letters to Zhang Miao, Yuan Shao and others.
The result was that everything fell into oblivion and no news was ever heard from again.

Only Cao Cao responded as soon as he received the letter, and sent troops to help without hesitation.

This friendship that helps people in times of need,
This vigorous and righteous act,
This made Bao Xin feel even more that Cao Cao's character was precious.

Bao Xin was moved, and suddenly an idea flashed in his mind. He thought to himself:
"Following the death of Governor Liu Dai in battle, Yanzhou is now leaderless.

Looking at the entire Yanzhou, all forces are either hesitant and afraid to move forward, or fighting on their own and unable to achieve anything.

Only Brother Meng De is brave, resourceful, loyal and righteous, and has the ability and responsibility to fight against the Yellow Turban bandits.

If he can successfully repel the Yellow Turbans this time,

Protect the people of Yanzhou from the suffering of war and return them to a peaceful life.
Then why don't I follow the trend of the times and make him the ruler of Yanzhou?"

(End of this chapter)