It Wasn’t a Martial Arts World, but the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 63. Peerless Warrior of the World and The Greatest Under Heaven (2)

The Lü Bu forces clashed with the coalition forces as Lü Bu made her move on her own.

When Lü Bu broke through the defensive formation on the left flank, the cavalry following her charged with terrifying momentum.

Zhang Liao also took advantage of this momentum, gradually advancing the formation, including the first line.

“Shoot the arrows!”

Soon, hundreds of arrows were fired toward the coalition forces.

The coalition soldiers raised their shields overhead and bravely faced the assault.

With Zhang Liao and Gao Shun supporting Lü Bu’s ruthless charge, it was nothing short of sheer terror.

The coalition’s formation, previously boosted by the victory report and high morale, was shattered before Lü Bu’s halberd and Zhang Liao’s sword.

They suffered yet another blow at the hands of the formidable warrior, Gao Shun.

Chen Gong watched them with a look of utter disbelief.

Why on earth did they attack first?

From their perspective, there’s no reason to abandon their advantageous position and fight on equal terms.

Chen Gong, clueless about Lü Bu’s reckless charge, was visibly flustered.

Of course, it was only for a fleeting moment.

Though the sudden advance of the enemy forces caused the coalition to waver, they quickly regrouped and reformed their formation.

Furthermore, Xiahou Dun, Cao Hong, and Zhao Yun took the lead.

Zhao Yun was the first to confront Gao Shun’s advance.

– Kaaang!

The sound of metal clashing echoed, and Gao Shun steadied his rearing horse, gripping the reins tightly.

“You won’t pass this point.”

“And who might you be?”

Sensing an unusual presence, Gao Shun braced his spear at his side, carefully scanning his opponent.

“I am Zhao Zilong of Changshan. No, the Training Captain of the Unryong Corps, Yun.”

“I am Gao Shun, the lieutenant of Lady Lü Bu.”

Zhao Yun did not rush into the attack but instead carefully studied Gao Shun.

Around them, the sounds of swords, spears, and arrows striking shields filled the air.

At that moment, arrows flew towards the two of them.

– Whack!

Both swung their spears simultaneously, shattering dozens of arrows with the resulting gust of wind.

Their horses charged toward each other. Zhao Yun’s and Gao Shun’s spears clashed.

As Gao Shun struck downward from above with his spear, Zhao Yun tilted her head sideways and thrust her spear’s tip forward.

Fast. Gao Shun’s eyes widened.

– Swish!

He barely dodged, but a small cut was left on his side.

Gao Shun gritted his teeth, clutching his side.

Then came another attack, even faster.

It seemed like Zhao Yun was thrusting her spear, but it was a feint. In an instant, she reversed her spear and swung the shaft horizontally.

It struck Gao Shun’s helmet directly.

A loud crack resounded, and Gao Shun’s helmet flew off.

“You… are strong.”

Zhao Yun didn’t bother to respond, instead thrusting her spear once more.

Gao Shun pulled his reins, steering his horse sideways to evade.

“You move well too. But.”

Zhao Yun also grabbed her reins, lowering her stance to an extreme.

Then, she charged. Gao Shun focused as much as he could to track her incoming strike.

But.

“…!”

Zhao Yun’s form suddenly vanished. Only her horse continued charging forward.

– Swish!

Then, the spear shot up from below.

Zhao Yun had grabbed the saddle’s leather and bent her body sideways to its limit.

“Ugh…!”

In the end, the tip of Zhao Yun’s spear grazed Gao Shun’s cheek, and blood trickled down.

“Don’t engage in idle chatter on the battlefield. My master always said that fights are not fought with the mouth.”

“That’s quite a master you’ve got.”

“Yes.”

At Gao Shun’s remark, Zhao Yun smirked, raising her spear again.

Gao Shun frowned, attempting to retreat, but Zhao Yun was already charging toward him.

At that moment, Zhang Liao began to rush in to support Gao Shun with fierce speed.

“Gao Shun!”

On the coalition side, Xiahou Dun also noticed this and grabbed his reins.

– Kaang!

In the end, Xiahou Dun’s massive sword blocked Zhang Liao’s blade.

“What a foolish move, walking into the jaws of death on your own.”

Xiahou Dun touched his chin, aiming his sword. Zhang Liao rotated his right shoulder and gripped his sword firmly.

“No such thing.”

Zhang Liao spoke, turning his gaze.

“We do not know defeat.”

And then, Kwoong!

Xiahou Dun turned his head as well.

Lü Bu was wreaking havoc.

Every swing of her halberd stirred up a sandstorm, and when the storm settled, corpses piled up.

“Heh, I’ve heard the stories, but to think it would be like this.”

Xiahou Dun clicked his tongue. He knew instinctively.

He would never be able to defeat this woman.

That’s the Peerless Warrior of the World.

It’s truly fitting to call her unrivaled.

“Yuanyang, stop getting distracted and stay focused!”

Cao Hong stood beside Xiahou Dun, who was mesmerized by the display.

“Getting distracted in a situation like this—are you getting old?”

“Zilian, shut up.”

Xiahou Dun sighed, rubbing his forehead.

The battlefield was becoming increasingly entangled.

***

“Have the third and fourth lines on the right flank retreat and join the left.”

As Cao Cao waved her command baton, trumpets and drums sounded, and the right-wing troops merged with the left.

“Order Zuo Yin to join the right flank. I shall also join the left army.”

Cao Cao said this, turning her head.

Lü Bu had already dismounted and was rampaging alone.

She stabbed, slashed, and even just punched her enemies.

And yet, no soldier could stop her.

Cao Cao gripped her sword, grabbed the reins, and joined the left army.

“Lü Bu.”

“Hmm?”

Lü Bu, standing atop a pile of corpses, didn’t look the least bit tired.

She casually hoisted her halberd onto her shoulder and even shrugged with a carefree expression.

“Fox, this isn’t your place to meddle.”

“A beast speaks human words.”

“Yes, yes, should I bark for you? Woof woof?”

“You’re as lacking in grace as ever.”

“Enough, get lost. I’m busy right now. I might just spare you.”

“Nonsense.”

Cao Cao maintained her characteristic impassive expression as she raised her sword skyward.

Instantly, soldiers surrounded Lü Bu.

Although the cavalry that charged alongside Lü Bu fiercely resisted, it only succeeded in slowing her down.

Lü Bu clicked her tongue.

She swung her halberd.

A simple horizontal sweep was enough to knock down dozens of soldiers.

If Unryong’s sword technique resembled sorcery, then Lü Bu was nothing but sheer, raw power.

It was impossible for an ordinary human to withstand her strength.

Soon, Lü Bu broke through the formation Cao Cao’s forces were maintaining and continued her charge, as if Cao Cao was of no concern.

Despite the situation, Cao Cao showed no signs of distress. She merely watched the scene unfold calmly.

“I had hoped to be of some help, but it seems I’m still lacking.”

She couldn’t stop Lü Bu with her own power. Her generals were all focused on the center and the right flank, so there was no way to hold Lü Bu back.

Cao Cao quietly observed where Lü Bu was heading.

A thunderous roar erupted at that moment.

***

Although the battle had strayed significantly from Chen Gong’s plan, the battlefield had become chaotic enough.

At last, conditions were ripe for Unryong Corps’ cavalry to shine.

However, one unexpected factor remained.

That was Lü Bu’s sudden appearance.

No one could have imagined she would charge in recklessly like that.

As a result, for Unryong Corps to strike the enemy’s flank, they had no choice but to face Lü Bu.

“Advance. I’ll handle that woman.”

“Brother, will you be alright?”

At Unryong’s words, Baekrang asked.

Unryong smirked.

“Do you not trust me?”

“Of course not.”

Baekrang answered without hesitation and grabbed his reins.

Next to him, Unsam slung his spear over his back and shrugged.

“Do get some revenge on our behalf.”

Unryong nodded, and Unsam thrust his spear forward, shouting.

“You bastards! Charge! It’s the commander’s order!”

With that, Unryong dismounted and watched as they advanced.

He casually tapped the scabbard at his waist and walked slowly.

Opposite him, Lü Bu was approaching, her halberd resting on her shoulder.

The noisy sound of galloping hooves gradually faded, leaving only the footsteps of the two warriors.

Step. Step.

As if by agreement, they both stopped.

“How have you been, Yeo?”

“Damn it, I haven’t had a good night’s sleep since that day.”

“What a coincidence, same here. It seems we have quite a bit in common.”

“That filthy mouth of yours hasn’t changed.”

“And you’re still as foul-mouthed as ever.”

Unryong gripped his scabbard and slowly drew his sword.

Lü Bu also lowered the halberd from her shoulder and planted it in the ground.

There was much to say.

About what happened in Bingzhou, about the proposal she made, and about his brothers.

But there was no need to express it in words.

The same went for Lü Bu.

She had wanted

to ask about the Azure Sky and his martial arts, but instead of opening her mouth, she chose to lift her Fangtian Huaji.

Only one question remained.

“Are you still holding onto that foolish thought?”

Lü Bu asked.

“I told you before, if you’re going to talk like that, get lost.”

Unryong answered.

At that moment.

The two warriors kicked off the ground simultaneously.

“Lü Bu!”

“Unryong!”

The moment the sword and halberd clashed.