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Chapter 1132: Top-Tier Historical Scholar
Chapter 1132: Top-Tier Historical Scholar
Lu Hai Kong had no idea that he had just recruited Sima Lang and Zang Ba when Zhao Yun arrived. If he knew, he'd probably laugh his teeth out. However, it might take some time for Lu Hai Kong to learn about this, as he had already left before Zhao Yun's arrival.
After successfully recruiting Sima Lang and Zang Ba, Lu Hai Kong set off from Lingzhi City towards the county seat of Youbeiping Prefecture. It was a perfect miss, as Zhao Yun arrived just moments after Lu Hai Kong's departure.
However, it might not be considered a miss, as even though Zhao Yun didn't encounter Lu Hai Kong, he coincidentally ran into a somewhat familiar face at the same time he entered Lingzhi City—Zhang Liao.
The two hadn't seen each other for years, and though Zhao Yun looked disheveled, Zhang Liao recognized him instantly.
Firstly, Zhao Yun's face was incredibly distinctive, with a strikingly handsome appearance that was hard to forget. Secondly, and more importantly, Zhang Liao could sense the powerful aura around Zhao Yun.
After all, Zhao Yun had fought his way through with a young scholar, staying on high alert for several days, and had even briefly clashed with the city guards upon entering Lingzhi City. The intense aura surrounding Zhao Yun was palpable, and Zhang Liao felt it from a distance.
Given the powerful aura and Zhao Yun's recognizable face, it was no surprise that Zhang Liao identified him immediately. Now that Zhao Yun had been spotted and recognized by Zhang Liao, it wouldn't be long before Lu Hai Kong received news of Zhao Yun.
However, judging by the battle-ready aura surrounding Zhang Liao, the news Lu Hai Kong received might be about a fierce battle between Zhao Yun and Zhang Liao. It remained to be seen who would emerge victorious after their encounter years ago.
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Meanwhile, on Lu Hai Kong's side.
Lu Hai Kong, along with Dian Wei, Zhao Er, and two to three dozen riders, had left Lingzhi City and arrived at Youbeiping Prefecture in just one day.
Lu Hai Kong's purpose for this trip was straightforward: to meet with Liu Yu and inform him that he, Lu Hai Kong, was taking over Youzhou.
Two days had passed since Lu Hai Kong had destroyed the Mysterious Gateway, and during this time, a significant number of the remaining Blood Demons had perished. Lu Hai Kong's class-specific quest was on the verge of completion.
With the class quest nearly finished, the constraints holding back Lu Hai Kong's expansion would soon disappear, and his ambitions were becoming apparent.
With such a golden opportunity to seize Youzhou right before him, Lu Hai Kong wasn't about to let it slip away.
Ideally, Lu Hai Kong preferred to take over Youzhou without bloodshed, and the current situation made this highly feasible. Given his current reputation in Youzhou, if Liu Yu were willing to cooperate, Lu Hai Kong could take control of Youzhou with ease.
Whether Liu Yu would cooperate or not was uncertain before meeting him, but Lu Hai Kong remained confident.
This confidence stemmed primarily from his strength; even if Liu Yu refused to cooperate, Lu Hai Kong believed he could force Liu Yu's hand.
Lu HaiKong arrived at the office of the Prefect of Youbeiping Prefecture, only to find that Liu Yu was not there. It wasn't that Liu Yu was intentionally avoiding him; in fact, for some time now, Liu Yu had rarely returned to the Prefect's office.
Ever since the day he returned from Liaoxi Prefecture and personally executed over a dozen of his loyal guards who had been infected with the Revenant virus, Liu Yu had scarcely set foot in the office.
Since then, Liu Yu had been busy with various tasks and affairs. From initially resisting the Transdimensional Demons to later handing over the defense to Lu HaiKong, he had been busy relocating civilians to stabilize the public's morale and providing logistical support to Lu HaiKong's forces. It could be said that the old man was busier than ever.
Even after the Transdimensional Demons were defeated, the old man remained occupied with the resettlement of various refugees.
Upon Lu HaiKong's arrival, Liu Yu's subordinates had intended to summon him back to the office, knowing full well that Lu HaiKong was most likely the future Governor of Youzhou, and no one dared to neglect him due to his current status and influence.
However, Lu HaiKong stopped them. Instead of waiting for Liu Yu at the office, he inquired about Liu Yu's whereabouts and asked to be taken directly to him.
When Lu HaiKong finally saw Liu Yu, he would never have guessed that the old man before him was indeed Liu Yu if it weren't for the identification by Liu Yu's subordinates.
Due to long working hours and minimal rest, Liu Yu had lost over ten pounds in just half a month. At that moment, he appeared dark and thin, hardly resembling a governor and imperial kin; instead, he looked more like an old peasant.
Lu HaiKong observed him working tirelessly under the scorching sun, overseeing the relocation of civilians in Youbeiping Prefecture.
Lu HaiKong didn't interrupt him but stood by, watching Liu Yu's work while casually appraising the old man's attributes.
[One-Six-One-Nine Book-Bar-Look-No-Mistake Version]
Lu HaiKong had only glanced at it casually, but he was surprised to discover something unexpected.
Liu Yu (Courtesy Name: Bo'an)
Identity: Imperial Kin (Historical Scholar)
Abilities:
Military Power: 30, Politics: 90, Strategy: 90, Command: 20
Scholar Talent: Celestial Control (Wind)
Celestial Control (Wind): A unique Scholar Talent, enabling the manipulation of wind (specific control duration, range, and intensity are related to spiritual power).
This old man turned out to be a top-tier scholar, something Lu HaiKong had never anticipated.
Observing Liu Yu's attributes and his earnest and meticulous work ethic, Lu HaiKong's gaze shifted with newfound interest.
It was clear that he had developed a habit of recruiting talented individuals, always on the lookout for new additions. Now that he saw Liu Yu as a top-tier scholar, Lu HaiKong's thoughts turned to recruiting him. However, Lu HaiKong was also aware of Liu Yu's unique status, making it an extremely challenging task with almost no chance of success.
As Lu HaiKong pondered how to approach recruiting Liu Yu, the old man seemed to have finished his work. He turned and looked directly at Lu HaiKong, and their eyes met.
(End of Chapter)
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