Three Kingdoms: Start by buying a governor.

Looking at the group of men wielding weapons and clad in armor, Liu Ce suddenly felt an itch to join them.

"Hey, isn't this the perfect opportunity to test the power of the Xiang Yu template and the Heavenly Dragon City-Breaking Halberd?" He grinned and waved to the four of them.

"Hey guys, we've got these weapons and armor, it's boring just sitting there looking at them, right? How about... we spar a bit and get some exercise?"

Dian Laowu was the first to jump up, his double halberds clanging loudly as they clashed: "I've been itching to get started for ages!"

Guan Lao Er stroked his beard and squinted his phoenix eyes.

Old Zhang shouted at the top of his lungs, "Let's fight! I've been wanting to sharpen this new spear!"

Although Zhao Laosi didn't speak, he subtly turned his Dragon Gallant Silver Spear, his meaning becoming crystal clear.

Looking at the reactions of the four men, Liu Ce observed that Dian Wei and Zhang Fei were simple-minded and harmless; Guan Yu was too arrogant and needed to be disciplined, so he would receive special attention later; Zhao Yun seemed to be in slightly better condition.

Liu Ce laughed heartily, walked to the carriage, and casually took out the Heavenly Dragon City-Breaking Halberd from his system space. The halberd was decorated with coiled dragon patterns, and its tip gleamed with a cold light.

Liu Ce casually swung his halberd with one hand, producing a low hum as it cut through the air.

"Since we're going to fight, let's make it quick. All four of you, come at me together!"

"What?" Dian Wei's eyes widened in surprise.

"Brother, don't be so arrogant. If the four of us go at it together, even the King of Heaven himself would run for his life!"

Guan Yu frowned deeply: "Although my elder brother is strong, it's a bit much for him to fight four against one..."

Liu Ce slammed his halberd to the ground, raising a cloud of dust, and said with a smile.

"What, are you afraid that if you beat me to death, no one will pay the four of you? Or are you afraid that if you beat me to death, you'll all die with me?"

"Don't worry, I'll stop short of it. The four of you can help me test my strength!"

The four exchanged glances, and finally, unable to resist their competitive spirit, they all clasped their hands in a fist salute:

"Alright, sorry for the inconvenience, brother!"

Dian Wei was the first to lose his composure, swinging his double halberds fiercely; Guan Yu slashed diagonally with his Green Dragon Crescent Blade, its power capable of splitting mountains.

Zhang Fei's eighteen-foot spear pierced straight into the heart; Zhao Yun's Dragon Gallant Silver Spear aimed directly at the throat, their killing moves from all directions instantly sealing off all escape routes!

"Damn, they're really going all out," Liu Ce thought to himself.

Liu Ce spun like a ghost, swinging his Heavenly Dragon City-Breaking Halberd in a half-arc motion, simultaneously deflecting four weapons! Dust billowed up from the shockwaves generated by the halberd's swing.

Dian Wei was so shocked that he staggered back five steps, his tiger's mouth going numb; Guan Yu's sword was deflected; Zhang Fei's spear tip grazed Liu Ce's clothes; Zhao Yun's spear shaft was hooked by a small branch on the halberd, and he almost dropped it!

Looking at the four of them, Liu Ce felt secretly pleased: That was close. Luckily, the template of Xiang Yu, the Hegemon-King of Western Chu, paired with this halberd made him seem like he was invincible. Although it was still a bit difficult, he had to put on a show. A man has to save face.

Liu Ce said lazily, "We're just warming up, don't hold back!"

The four men glanced at Liu Ce, exchanged nods, and began to take things seriously, changing their tactics.

Guan Yu and Zhang Fei launched a frontal assault, their swords and spears clashing; Zhao Yun flanked them, his spear tip aimed specifically at their joints; Dian Wei's double halberds targeted their lower body.

This formation, if placed on the battlefield, would be enough to rout an army of thousands! (Zhao Yun riding Dian Wei, with Zhang Fei on his left and Guan Yu on his right. ಡωಡ)

As if he had eyes in the back of Liu Ce, the Heavenly Dragon City-Breaking Halberd would either slash or sweep, always interrupting their joint efforts at crucial moments.

During one of his parries, he actually managed to knock Dian Wei's double halberds upwards, leaving him wide open!

At this moment, Zhao Yun saw an opportunity to stab from the side, but Liu Ce countered by striking the spearhead with the back of his halberd, which grazed past Liu Ce's clothes.

"Damn, fourth brother, you're really cunning," Liu Ce said.

"This is really weird!" Guan Yu gasped for breath and shouted. His swordsmanship relied heavily on momentum, but he was being suppressed by the Heavenly Dragon City-Breaking Halberd.

Zhang Fei, with his fiery temper, roared and thrust repeatedly, but Liu Ce used the crescent moon on his halberd to catch the spear shaft, and with a swift swing, Zhang Fei was unable to stop in time and collided head-on with Dian Wei!

After a hundred or so rounds, Liu Ce grew increasingly excited, swinging his Heavenly Dragon City-Breaking Halberd faster and faster, the air crackling with each strike! He laughed loudly:

"Take this move, Overlord Breaks the Formation!"

The halberd struck like a dragon! First, it knocked through Guan Yu's knife and Zhang Fei's spear, then the halberd shaft struck Dian Wei's back (without holding back the force), causing him to immediately fall forward.

Zhao Yun thrust his silver spear forward, but Liu Ce did not dodge. The spearhead collided with the halberd head, and Liu Ce used a small branch on the halberd to precisely catch the spearhead. With a forceful pull, Zhao Yun felt a sharp pain in his hand, and the bright silver spear flew out of his hand, landing on the ground with a buzzing sound!

Liu Ce swung his halberd backward, stopping three inches in front of Guan Yu's throat.

The entire place was deathly silent, with only the heavy breathing of the five people remaining.

Liu Ce sheathed his halberd and chuckled, "You flatter me."

Liu Ce shoved the halberd into the ground, put his hands behind his back, and mentally cursed: Damn it, my hands are sore and numb. I almost lost control just now. Luckily, no one was killed...

"Brother, where did you learn your martial arts? You're so powerful!" Zhang Fei got up, rubbing his numb arm.

"Brother's halberd skills are unparalleled in the world," Guan Yu said solemnly.

Zhao Yun silently picked up the gun, his eyes filled with admiration.

"This thing is three times heavier than my halberd! Brother, you wield it like it's nothing!" Dian Wei stepped forward, picked up the halberd shaft, and said.

Liu Ce smiled, but outwardly maintained a haughty demeanor: "Alright, no matter how good the weapon, it depends on who uses it. From now on, the five of us brothers will fight side by side, and there will be plenty of opportunities to hone our skills!"

"Let's go drink! We're not leaving until we're drunk!"

The four of them readily agreed.

Liu Ce said to the servants standing beside him, "Go back to the manor and bring me my copper hot pot set, and a few bottles of Erguotou!"

The servants responded and ran off.

Before long, all the equipment was ready.

Liu Ce rolled up his sleeves and got to work, setting up a charcoal stove and a copper pot, the red oil soup bubbling away. The spicy and fragrant aroma wafted out.

"Big...Big Brother," Guan Yu couldn't help but speak first, his eyes fixed on the bubbling red oil.

"What is this? Its fragrance is so overpowering!"

Zhang Fei was even more direct, letting out a gulp: "It smells so good it's making my mouth water!"

"Second brother, third brother, you don't understand! Watch me." Just as Liu Ce was about to say something, Dian Wei stepped forward and interrupted.

He picked up his long chopsticks, dipped a slice of beef into the red broth, and after a short while, stuffed it into his mouth. Despite grimacing from the heat, he mumbled, "That's how you eat it! So satisfying!"

"Alright, alright, the pot's boiling, everyone grab your chopsticks! Plenty to go!" Liu Ce said with a smile, pushing the lively fellow away.

At the same time, with a "pop," the cap of the Erguotou bottle was pried open, and the aroma of the liquor instantly filled everyone's nostrils.

"This wine is fragrant and clear, what kind of wine is this?" Guan Yu's eyes lit up, and his hand holding the wine cup became a little steadier.

"I've never smelled such a strong aroma of wine before!" Zhang Fei brought his glass directly to his nose and sniffed it intensely.

After filling everyone's glasses, Liu Ce said, "This liquor is called Erguotou. It's fiery on the palate, with a mellow aftertaste. Let's down it in one gulp!"

The spicy liquor rolled down their throats, causing Zhang Fei and Dian Wei to choke and turn red in the face. Guan Yu tried to remain calm but secretly inhaled, and even Zhao Yun narrowed his eyes slightly.

"How does it feel?" After finishing his drink, Liu Ce looked at the four of them and tried his best to suppress his laughter.

"Good...good wine."