Chapter 1 The Crown Prince

  "General Zhang is truly divine and brave." Liu Xie heard this and gave a thumbs up to Zhang Fei, praising him.

  "Thank you for your praise, Your Majesty." Zhang Fei bowed and thanked him.

  "Your Majesty, can we announce the winner of this hunt now?" At this time, a minister came to Liu Xie's side and said.

  "Hmm." Liu Xie nodded and immediately pointed at Zhang Fei: "This superior person is of course......"

  It was obvious that Emperor Xian of Han wanted to appoint Zhang Fei. This naturally caused some people's discontent. Although some generals would not get the title of Marquis with 500 households, even if it were obtained by a general from their own camp, Cao's clan, it would still be better than falling into the hands of this outsider, Zhang Fei.

  At this time, many people still did not see through Liu Bei's ambition. Therefore, most people thought that Liu Bei belonged to the same faction as Emperor Xian of Han. As a member of the Cao family, they had even more reason to attack him.

  Therefore, a military general immediately jumped out and saluted Liu Xie: "Your Majesty, although bears are more ferocious than tigers, it takes a group of people to hunt down a bear, while General Xu alone can hunt down a tiger. Which one is lighter or heavier, please think thrice, Your Majesty."

  "This." Liu Xie was somewhat embarrassed, this general indeed spoke reasonably.

  However, Liu Xie immediately came up with a plan. He smiled and turned his head to face Cao Cao, saying: "I don't know what you think, Lord Cao?"

  This ball should be kicked to Cao Cao.

  Liu Feng was originally very nervous in his heart, afraid that Liu Xie would accidentally make Xu Chu the first place. But now seeing Liu Xie kick the ball to Cao Cao, he couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief.

  Let Cao Cao make a decision, and it's equivalent to pointing the first place to Zhang Fei. Because Cao Cao is also afraid that others will say he favors his own people.

  Cao Cao heard this and said without hesitation: "This is a hunt, what's being tested is archery skills, not brute strength. Although Xu Chu alone hunted down the tiger, it's still not as good as shooting and killing a black bear with one arrow."

  As expected, Cao Cao did not show favoritism towards Xu Chu and instead found a reason to make his judgment appear fair.

  "My lord is wise and decisive."

  Liu Bei saw that Cao Cao had already made up his mind, and smiled as he nodded in agreement. Immediately, he turned to the crowd and announced: "The best hunter this time is Zhang Fei, followed by Xu Chu, and then Yin Jiao. As previously promised, Zhang Fei will be enfeoffed as a Marquis of a town, with an estate of 500 households, and will also receive a swift horse. Xu Chu and Yin Jiao will each be enfeoffed as a Marquis within the Pass."

  "Thank you, Your Majesty."

  Zhang Fei, along with Xu Chu and Yu Jin, bowed to Liu Xie in gratitude.

  "Congratulations, General." Fuwan stepped forward and congratulated Zhang Fei. At present, in Fuwan's heart, Liu Bei was still considered his own man, and naturally Zhang Fei was too.

  "Thank you, sir." Zhang Fei replied with a bow.

  Immediately, the ministers of Emperor Xian of Han's faction congratulated Zhang Fei. Zhang Fei returned their greetings one by one. Zhao Yun had already quietly returned to Liu Feng's side at some unknown time.

  "What does Zilong think of Zhang Fei?" Liu Feng asked in a low voice with a slight smile.

  "He is very loyal and has the courage of a thousand men." Zhao Yun replied in a low voice.

  "Alright. I'll take a chance and steal the show this time." Liu Feng smiled slightly, and under Zhao Yun's inexplicable gaze, he charged forward.

  "Tonight, we have bear paws to eat." Liu Feng came to Liu Xie's side and looked at the dead bear on the ground, saying with a smile. Then, he turned his head to face Cao Cao and said: "I don't know where the lightning-fast horse of the Minister is? A fine horse matches a hero, especially one that matches the strongest person. I am eager to see General Zhang's majestic appearance as he rides his horse at full gallop."

  "I agree." Cao Cao responded immediately and turned to the person beside him, instructing him in a low voice. The man bowed and took his leave at once.

  A moment later, he returned with a fine and strong war horse.

  This is a war horse that looks ordinary, its coat isn't too shiny, nor is it particularly majestic, and its limbs aren't especially robust. Only its eyes have a hint of spirit.

  It can be said that except for a pair of eyes, it is ordinary and unremarkable. However, no one dares to underestimate it, because it is the descendant of Jueying. Jueying was Cao Cao's beloved horse, in the battle against Zhang Xiu, Cao Cao was defeated by Zhang Xiu's army and almost lost his life. He owed his escape to Jueying's frantic gallop.

  However, after the war ended, Absolute Shadow also died due to severe injuries.

  Therefore, this horse is absolutely not as dull as its appearance. It's a real thoroughbred. Especially, Absolute Shadow has a special kind of feeling for Cao Cao.

  Today, Chibi is going to be sent away, and Cao Cao, even if he doesn't show it, has a hint of sadness in his heart.

  Even a hero like Cao Cao would be the same, let alone his generals. A martial general loves his horse as much as his own life. Si Kong had a fine steed named Flash of Lightning, and many people coveted it.

  But because it was Cao Cao's mount, they didn't dare to speak out. Now, however, they watched as Cao Cao gave it away, and to a stranger like Zhang Fei at that. Each and every one of them had eyes blazing with anger, extremely displeased.

  Many people scolded Liu Feng to death, an eight-year-old child. Speaking recklessly, without knowing how amazing this horse is.

  Enjoying so many people's attention, Zhang Fei was very generous and ignored them with great ease.

  "This horse is a fine steed, I hope General Zhang will take good care of it." In the end, Cao Cao suppressed his slight reluctance and handed the horse over to Zhang Fei.

  "General Zhang, rest assured that I am also a person who loves horses like his life." Zhang Fei smiled straightforwardly and accepted the reins.

  It seemed to have felt a slight change, the lightning flashed back and let out a mournful cry towards Cao Cao, like an abandoned child. This mournful cry made the eyes of many generals even redder.

  What a fine warhorse! What a spirited precious horse! And yet it was given away to a foreigner.

  "This stupid crown prince, looking for trouble." Who knows how many people were so angry that they scolded Liu Feng loudly in their hearts, it's heartbreaking.

  "Don't worry, I'll take care of you." Zhang Fei said with a sympathetic heart, patting Lightning's head gently.

  Just as the atmosphere was becoming emotionally charged, a jarring sentence ruined the mood.

  "It's just a beast, what's there to say? Hurry up and ride it over so I can take a look."

  Very heartless and very arbitrary words.

  Many generals were furious in their hearts, but they still suppressed the fire in their hearts and didn't dare to speak out. Because of the tender voice, and among those present, only the Crown Prince would be so tender.

  This person is even an idiot, they can't be bothered.

  Liu Feng originally was just a simple arrogant and self-indulgent image, but suddenly became an ignorant fool who doesn't love war horses.

  Liu Feng's ruthless and unscrupulous treatment of war horses, especially the fine steed, has aroused public indignation.

  Even Zhang Fei furrowed his brow, extremely displeased. Guan Yu's phoenix eyes also slightly opened, a flash of cold light passing through them.

  "These two guys, really hard to deal with."

  All these changes are seen in the eyes, and Liu Feng feels quite challenging in his heart.