The Myth of Daqin: The Soul of Yi Xiaochuan

The next morning, the sun was bright and the breeze was gentle. Xiang Liang sat in the hall, solemnly summoning Qin Yi, Xiang Yu, and Xiang Zhuang. His gaze swept across each of their faces, and then he spoke slowly, "I have a close friend named Fan Zeng, a native of Kuaiji. He is a man of extraordinary wisdom and insight, possessing a unique perspective on world affairs."

Xiang Liang paused, then continued, "I have known Fan Zeng for a long time and am well aware of his immense talent. These are turbulent times, with conflicting factions constantly vying for power. If we wish to achieve great things, we must recruit talented individuals and draw upon their wisdom and strength. Fan Zeng embodies such a talent. I hope you can engage in more exchanges with him and plan our future together."

Qin Yi nodded slightly, indicating he understood Xiang Liang's point. He knew Fan Zeng's reputation and wisdom, and that having the assistance of such a wise man would undoubtedly be a powerful asset for them. Xiang Yu nodded in response, saying, "Uncle, rest assured. We will get along well with Mr. Fan and humbly seek his advice."

Qin Yi gazed at Xiang Yu's earnest expression and couldn't help but chuckle inwardly: "Overlord! You keep saying you're willing to learn from others, but in the end, I'm afraid you'll piss off the very father who could help you ascend to the throne of supreme power!" He couldn't help but think of the famous historical event: the Hongmen Banquet. At that time, Fan Zeng repeatedly urged Xiang Yu to kill Liu Bang to eliminate future trouble, but Xiang Yu hesitated, ultimately allowing Liu Bang to escape. Had Xiang Yu heeded Fan Zeng's advice, perhaps history would have been rewritten. However, Xiang Yu's arrogance and stubbornness led him to miss many opportunities and ultimately to his downfall.

Thinking of this, Qin Yi couldn't help but shake his head and sigh. He knew that even if he told Xiang Yu these historical truths, Xiang Yu might not believe it.

After all, everyone has their own destiny and choices. As a soul traveler, he knew that this world was filled with countless dangers and challenges. So, in the days ahead, he decided to do his utmost to help him avoid these challenges. He would draw on the knowledge and experience of his past lives to provide him with useful advice and guidance. Furthermore, he would seek ways to enhance his own strength and abilities, enabling him to better cope with various difficulties and crises.

Xiang Yu was silent for a moment, his brow furrowed slightly, his gaze fixed on the distance, as if pondering something important. After a moment, he slowly spoke, "Uncle, Mr. Fan Zeng's talent is truly admirable. His wisdom and insight are undoubtedly rare in these troubled times. But... I wonder if he would be willing to lend us a hand? After all, the current situation is turbulent, with various factions constantly vying for power. Achieving great success is no easy task."

Xiang Liang listened to Xiang Yu's words, his lips curled up slightly, revealing a confident smile. He gently patted Xiang Yu's shoulder and said soothingly, "Don't worry, nephew. Fan Zeng and I have known each other for many years, and I know him well. He cares deeply about the world and longs to make a difference. As long as we treat him with sincerity and make our ambitions and determination clear to him, I believe he will be impressed. Moreover, with his intelligence, he will surely see the difficulties we currently face and the potential for future development. If we can gain his help, it will undoubtedly be a great help!"

Xiang Yu nodded, agreeing with Xiang Liang's opinion. He knew that Xiang Liang was experienced and had a good eye for people. Since Xiang Liang was so sure that Fan Zeng would help them, he couldn't be wrong.

Then, Xiang Zhuang also expressed his opinion and expressed his willingness to fully support his uncle Xiang Liang's decision.

After discussing it, the four decided to set off for Kuaiji as soon as possible to find Fan Zeng. They believed that if they could find Fan Zeng and gain his support, their careers would surely usher in a new turning point.

Xiang Liang secretly looked forward to this, hoping that his old friend's arrival would bring them new opportunities and hope. He knew that in these turbulent times, to gain a firm foothold and achieve hegemony, he needed the help of wise men like Fan Zeng. And now, they had taken a crucial step towards their goal...