Guan Yu.
Viceroy, you appear distressed.
How can I not be? Dong Zhuo lurks in the west, our peace treaty with Yuan Shao is annuled. Despite us securing the throne of Han, it doesn't look like the fighting will stop.
I agree, these lords will come up with any excuse to continue fighting.
Guan Yu, can I count on you?
After witnessing your valor in Hong Nong, Yunchang trusts you with his life.
I thank you. Expect a new post assignment.
Shi Difen's worry grew as Yuan Shao has completed his conquest of the Northlands.
(Yuan Shao will no longer have any reason to negotiate another peace treaty. And with the Emperor under our control, he'll make up any excuse to destroy us. I must hasten my preparations!)
Imperial Uncle, am I interrupting?
(This guy is mislabeled as fuck. Way to go, KOEI
)
Who might this be?
His one of my fellow classmates in the academy. He's since graduated and aspires to be a distinguished tutor.
That's great. Education is always important.
I'm glad we both agree on the same thing then! Friend, why don't you tell the Viceroy your problem?
Say no more. How much is it?
After I've contributed what I can, the leftover amount to fund the construction is 3,000 gold pieces. We're really sorry to ask you this, but could I borrow the remainder?
Hmm, I don't know. Can I trust him?
This scholar is a fine man and I vouch for his character.
Very well. I trust you, Imperial Uncle.
Now that you mention it, I have need of a favor from you.
Anything you want, Viceroy.
(I shall assign Cheng Yu, my most trusted advisor to look over Luo Yang.)
(And Omega will make sure Changan is safe from Dong Zhuo.)
Cao Hong!
Here!
I want you to look over Hongnong, and protect Chang An from any attack!
One last visit...
Zhang Fei, how is your wound.
I'm good as new, Viceroy! When do we attack Dong Zhuo again?
Sadly, not any time soon. Come, join me for a drink.
Ahahah! That is some fine wine, Viceroy! Thank you! I must repay you in kind! Here!
What's this piece of paper? And why does it have your name on it?
It's a gift card! Bwahahaahah! Ah Leong taught me! If you need anything from me, just turn it in!
Then I'd like to redeem it now. You are now in charge of Xiaopei
I shan't let you down!
Late October 196, Dong Zhuo expands southwards. Attacking Zhang Lu of Hanzhong.
(Sigh. More worries.)
In the south, Sun Ce the Little Conqueror goes on a rampage.
While Liu Yan passes away and hands over his reign to Liu Zhang.
And just like that, the year 196 nearly ended.
Uncle, what's the end of year's special?
We have a fine sawblade for your dueling needs, only 800 gold!
I'll take it.
Brother. Urgent news. Come to the council hall immediately.
Isn't it a public holiday? What's the matter?
Hurry!
A storm is coming.