Chapter 541: The Break
Chapter 541: The Break
September 25, 2017
The atmosphere froze, as if the air had gained weight, making everyone breathe with utmost caution.
Everyone tensed up, watching the confrontation between Lu HaiKong and Huangfu Song.
Few had believed that Lu HaiKong could emerge alive, no, not even capturing Ye City. So, no one expected that after Lu HaiKong's victory in Ye City, he would confront Huangfu Song with such overwhelming might. The tension was palpable, and the situation was about to explode.
Meng HaoRan, seemingly a key figure in this matter, had turned pale as death when Lu HaiKong threatened his life. It was only when Huangfu Song decisively confronted Lu HaiKong that a hint of color returned to Meng HaoRan's face.
Then, Meng HaoRan realized something was amiss. No matter what, he was closely tied to Huangfu Song, whose status and position were clearly above Lu HaiKong. Even with the momentum of victory, Lu HaiKong might not be able to stand against Huangfu Song. His life should be safe.
With this thought, Meng HaoRan's face relaxed, and his gaze towards Lu HaiKong carried a hint of smugness.
At this moment, Lu HaiKong paid no attention to Meng HaoRan. After Huangfu Song's final words, Lu HaiKong's cold expression froze, and it was a long while before he burst into laughter.
But his laughter was filled with coldness and unwillingness. Lu HaiKong's laughter made Ding Yuan, hiding in the crowd and having learned his lesson, feel a chill down his spine.
"Huangfu Song, do you know what you're saying? Mountain bandits? Who are the bandits? I was personally promoted by the Emperor, are you questioning the Emperor?"
"You say that a mere military commander is not someone you can order to be killed. Everything must follow the rules. Then tell me, I, Lu HaiKong, have suppressed the Wu Xian Rebellion, pacified Bingzhou, captured Liangqi Ye City, and killed Zhang Mancheng, establishing remarkable military achievements. According to your rules, can you, Lu HaiKong, be humiliated by you?"
As Lu HaiKong spoke, he took a step towards Meng HaoRan with Little Lu, his savage axe pointing at Huangfu Song.
Huangfu Song's face changed, blocking Lu HaiKong's path, "What are you doing!"
"What am I doing? I've said it before, if you don't give me justice, I'll take matters into my own hands!"
"How dare you!"
"You're the one being insolent! Huangfu Song, as the overall commander of the Jiuzhou battlefront, instead of focusing on eliminating the Yellow Turban rebels for the Emperor, you only think of suppressing dissent and claiming sole credit. Is this how you repay the Emperor's trust in you?"
"Does the Emperor's authority allow you to let your subordinates slander me? Does it allow you to oppress me?" Lu HaiKong pointed his savage axe at Huangfu Song, demanding an answer.
Facing Lu HaiKong's interrogation, Huangfu Song's insides twisted with regret. He couldn't understand how he had reached this point.
But at this moment, he had no choice but to confront Lu HaiKong. Having lost face, he had to protect Meng HaoRan and maintain the last shred of his dignity.
"Step aside!" Huangfu Song, having no other option, took out the Imperial Seal and ordered.
"Are you using the authority given by the Emperor to bully others?"
At this moment, Huangfu Song didn't bother to respond to Lu HaiKong's ridicule.
"If you take one more step forward, I'll arrest you for disobeying military orders!"
Upon hearing this, everyone was shocked. No one expected Huangfu Song to utter such words.
In reality, even Huangfu Song was startled by his own words, and it was only due to Lu HaiKong's constant goading and the aggravation of his temper that he spoke in such a manner.
However, the words had already been spoken, and at this point, the reason was no longer important. Huangfu Song glared at Lu HaiKong with a cold demeanor, as if ready to take him down at the slightest disagreement.
This intense confrontation between the two reached its climax, with both of them standing firm in their most resolute stance.
Under these circumstances, Dong Zhuo hesitated for a moment, ultimately choosing not to intervene. Huangfu Song's authority had already been completely undermined by Lu HaiKong, and his intended goal had been initially achieved. At this moment, with such a sharp confrontation, Dong Zhuo genuinely did not want to get involved.
After all, the tiger talisman was right there. Unless Dong Zhuo were to tear off his mask and threaten the court to replace the commander, he wouldn't be able to withstand it. However, it seemed that Lu HaiKong had not yet reached the point where he could make Dong Zhuo do so.
"Good, good one Huangfu Song, you're ruthless!"
With Dong Zhuo remaining silent, Lu HaiKong and Huangfu Song stared at each other for a long time, seemingly deciding to compromise.
"You can refuse to give me an explanation, but I will inform Zhang Changshi of today's events in great detail, and report them to His Majesty! Furthermore, from this day forward, without the Emperor's decree, not a single soldier or horse from Bingzhou will take a step towards Julu!" Lu HaiKong coldly glanced at Huangfu Song, then turned and left without another word!
Upon hearing these words, Huangfu Song's face changed dramatically. Lu HaiKong was going to abandon his responsibilities!
He truly had not expected the situation to escalate to this extent, and for a moment, he was stunned. By the time he reacted, Lu HaiKong had already turned and left with the cavalry.
Watching Lu HaiKong leave with resentment, everyone present felt a sense of disappointment. Not only Huangfu Song, but even they themselves had not anticipated such an outcome.
In a 6-9-1-2-8-1-3-6 version, there was not a single mistake!
There was one person who was in a very good mood, and that person was Meng HaoRan.
Indeed, he was the only one present who could have a relatively better mood. No matter what, Lu HaiKong had ultimately been unable to withstand Huangfu Song and retreated, and his life had been spared.
'The first person of the Han Dynasty's camp is just a lucky brute. If it weren't for the presence of so many historical generals, how could he be so arrogant? But even with so many historical generals, what difference would it make? In front of me, they would still be defeated.'
Although Meng HaoRan seemed to have caused trouble this time, and might even have provoked Huangfu Song and Zhu Jun's dissatisfaction, he was still very confident. With his methods, he was certain he could develop and surpass Lu HaiKong within a few years.
However, what Meng HaoRan did not know was that someone in the crowd was looking at him with an indifferent expression.
Tan Tai Mingjing was well aware of what kind of person Lu HaiKong was. Anyone who offended Lu HaiKong would not live for long.
"Who is this person?"
Suddenly, Huangfu Song, standing not far from Meng HaoRan, exclaimed in surprise.
At that moment, a figure appeared behind Meng HaoRan, and a delicate short sword was already embedded in his back.
Seeing this, everyone's faces changed dramatically, and numerous generals rushed towards Yue Ying. As they approached, a jade pendant in Yue Ying's hand quietly shattered, and his entire person disappeared from the spot.
At this moment, everyone looked at the deceased Meng HaoRan, silently recalling Lu HaiKong's words.
"If you don't give me justice, I'll take it myself!"
(End of Chapter)
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