"Welcome, Brother Blazing Sun. I have missed you for many days. Please take a seat."
"It's been a long time since we last met. Nice to meet you, Brother Bokui …"
"…"
Putting aside Yang Rui's trump card for now, on the third day of the game after returning to the Three Kingdoms region, everything in his territory was operating normally. Yang Rui reunited with his subordinates and family for a short while before starting his' diplomatic 'trip to various vassals.
Yang Rui first visited Youzhou's Gongsun Zan. Yang Rui had always supported Gongsun Zan, so as long as it was not something too special, Gongsun Zan could be seen as a natural ally of Yang Rui.
The reason why Yang Rui chose Youzhou's Gongsun Zan was initially to keep Ji Zhou's Yuan Shao in check, and that intention had already been shown. During the third large-scale system storyline, friction between Ji Zhou and Youzhou was inevitable.
Moreover, international sea routes were likely to be gradually opened. From the map, if the 'Korean' sea route closest to Youzhou's Gongsun Zan was opened, Youzhou's Gongsun Zan would become the frontline contact with Korea.
It was precisely because of Yang Rui's direct and indirect support that Gongsun Zan's current situation was much better than it was in history!
Firstly, in history, Yuan Shao, who suppressed Gongsun Zan with his strength, was greatly weakened by Yang Rui. Moreover, whenever Yuan Shao made any moves against Youzhou, Yang Rui would immediately support Youzhou through practical actions. The pressure from the south was greatly reduced.
Secondly, Yang Rui had already eliminated and subdued the Xianbei and Wuhuan tribes in the north. The foreign factor that was supposed to give Gongsun Zan a fatal blow was almost gone, and the north of Youzhou was basically safe.
Only the Xiongnu still existed. However, most of the territories that bordered Youzhou were under the control of the former Xianbei and Wuhuan tribes, and the Xiongnu were relatively far away.
Another unstable factor was the troops of Liu He, the son of Liu Yu, who were still active in Youzhou, roaming around the former territories of Xianbei and Wuhuan. However, at this moment, they were not much of a threat to Gongsun Zan, and were merely a minor pain.
"I heard that Younger Brother Blazing Sun has been conferred the title of Governor of the Conquest of Barbarians. You are in charge of the Wo Nation's naval campaign against the Barbarians. It is rare for you to come to my place at this time. Could it be that Younger Brother has something to say?"
The fact that Yang Rui was the Governor of the Conquest of Barbarians was announced by Emperor Xian, Liu Xie, through an imperial edict. Gongsun Zan naturally knew about this. He was also quite surprised by Yang Rui's sudden arrival.
"They're merely bandits, and they've already been chased into the territory of the Kingdom of Japan by my army. I didn't come to meet Brother Bokui for any special reason, and I merely came to chat about some trivial matters while drinking with you …"
Regarding this, Yang Rui did not say anything else. Instead, he replied in the name of a simple visit, maintaining a relaxed atmosphere.
As expected, Gongsun Zan prepared a sumptuous feast of meat and wine, and began to drink with Yang Rui.
"Bao Yue 'er is here to present a song and dance!"
Not long after they drank, Yang Rui did not mention the third large-scale system storyline. Gongsun Zan's interest was already piqued, and he ordered his servants to present a song and dance.
Not long after, a fifteen-sixteen-year-old girl came into the hall with a pipa in her hands. She first played the pipa and sang a small song, then put down the pipa and performed a dance. She could be described as a beautiful and graceful girl.
After the song and dance, the girl, under Gongsun Zan's instructions, came forward to raise a cup for Yang Rui. She was very respectful and courteous.
"Younger Brother Blazing Sun, what do you think of Bao Yue 'er?"
Gongsun Zan raised his cup and drank with Yang Rui, then asked Yang Rui.
After hearing Gongsun Zan's words, Yang Rui took notice of the dancer in front of him. She indeed had a beautiful face, a beautiful voice, and a lithe figure. He thought that she was Gongsun Zan's servant girl. Yang Rui praised her in his heart.
At this time, Yang Rui did not know that Bao Yue 'er was Gongsun Zan's only daughter, Gongsun Yue' er!
"Younger Brother Blazing Sun, thank you for your praise. This is my daughter, Gongsun Yue 'er. Bao Yue 'er, why don't you come forward and greet Blazing Sun, Governor of the Province and the Yi Conqueror? "
Gongsun Zan's next words made Yang Rui realize that the girl in front of him was Gongsun Zan's daughter.
"Gongsun Yue 'er greets Blazing Sun, Governor of the Province and the Yi Conqueror."
Gongsun Yue 'er stepped forward and bowed to Yang Rui.
Yang Rui came to his senses and hurriedly rummaged through his backpack. However, he did not find a suitable gift. At this time, Yang Rui did not have a storage ring with him. In the end, Yang Rui could only take out 10,000 gold and prepare to give it to Gongsun Yue 'er.
"Elder Blazing Sun, this little girl does not dare to accept such a gift."
Despite Gongsun Yue 'er's refusal, Yang Rui still ended up stuffing 10 gold coins into her hands. Gongsun Zan, who was standing at the side, originally wanted to stop him. He didn't let Gongsun Yue' er appear to ask for a gift, but he had other intentions.
However, after thinking for a while, Gongsun Zan did not stop Yang Rui's actions. Instead, he took the opportunity to make a suggestion.
"Younger Brother Blazing Sun, this little girl has no morals. However, if Younger Brother likes her singing and dancing, why don't you let this little girl follow Younger Brother around and have some fun?"
Gongsun Zan's words stunned Yang Rui. Who would allow their children to dance and dance for someone else's entertainment? However, Yang Rui immediately understood Gongsun Zan's intentions. There were likely other twists and turns in this matter.
Yang Rui had already guessed Gongsun Zan's intentions. However, at this moment, he could neither accept nor reject Gongsun Yue 'er's offer.
If it were in the past, Yang Rui would definitely not accept Gongsun Yue 'er. However, considering the relationship between the two forces, it would be a good thing if Yang Rui accepted Gongsun Yue' er.
Yang Rui hesitated for a moment and casually declined a few words. Then, he accepted the offer and quickly changed the topic to the possible third large-scale system storyline. Gongsun Zan waved away the confused Gongsun Yue 'er and ordered her to pack her luggage and prepare to leave with Yang Rui.
In the background of the game, girls were only obedient to their parents. No matter how confused Gongsun Yue 'er was, she could only follow Gongsun Zan's instructions.
With Gongsun Yue 'er's matter as a bridge, the next discussion about the third large-scale system storyline went much smoother. Gongsun Zan immediately expressed that with Yang Rui's kindness, no matter what happened, he would always stand by Yang Rui's side!
The two of them did not talk about the banquet. That night, Yang Rui stayed in Ji County, the governing body of Youzhou. The next morning, Yang Rui took Gongsun Yue 'er and stepped onto the teleportation formation to leave.
Looking at Gongsun Yue 'er, who kept looking back with great reluctance, Yang Rui felt that he had gone too far in his choice.
After making a trip to Youzhou and abducting Gongsun Zan's precious daughter, Yang Rui did not stop there. After settling Gongsun Yue 'er in Sky City, Yang Rui set off again the next day and went to Gangdong Sun Jian's place.
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