If we say that the Chu royal family was afraid of the Xiang family's influence in their own country.
Then, the Qin State truly regarded it as a thorn in its side.
He wished he could crush the Xiang family as soon as he got the chance.
Because for nearly 150 years, it was almost always the Xiang clan of Chu who guarded the Qin-Chu border.
It was also because of the Xiang family that Qin never had the upper hand in the battles with Chu.
Of course, this does not include the last time Cao Cao led his troops to defeat the Chu army.
Therefore, when the Qin army heard that someone from the Xiang clan would serve as the vanguard general, they began to frantically collect information about him.
If the position of the vanguard general was given to someone other than a descendant of the Xiang family, the Qin army would not attach so much importance to him.
In recent days, Ying Yuan has wanted to meet the Overlord Xiang Yu.
This is the only king in Chinese history who did not become an emperor but was still able to shock the world.
Yu's bravery is unparalleled throughout the ages.
Huo Guang and his men originally thought that the general named Xiang Yu would not cause trouble at Hangu Pass in the short term.
After all, the reinforcements from Chu had not yet arrived, and some food and supplies had not yet been delivered.
Secondly, the other party is a rookie after all, and it will probably take a few days for them to familiarize themselves with the situation on both sides.
However, what they never expected was that on the fourth day after Xiang Yu arrived at the Chu army camp, he brought tens of thousands of soldiers and horses to Hangu Pass to challenge him.
When Ying Yuan, Dong Zhuo and others learned about this, they immediately stood on the top of the city wall.
Everyone looked at Xiang Yu outside the city, and except for the former, there was a hint of worry in the eyes of everyone else.
People with double pupils have been a symbol of kings and sages since ancient times.
"This man is not even twenty years old yet he already has the bearing of a great general. He should not be underestimated."
"Yes, but being young and inexperienced is also a disadvantage. Otherwise, how could they dare to challenge me at the gates of my city after only being at the front for a few months?"
"Perhaps, he is a little too eager for quick success and wants to establish his authority through this battle. After all, the Xiang family seems to have some discord with Wu Qi."
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Ying Yuan heard the discussions among the generals, but he didn't care too much.
Now he just wanted to witness Xiang Yu's bravery with his own eyes.
On the Chu army side.
In Xiang Yu's rear.
Wu Qi was also watching all this with his own eyes.
Both the enemy and us agreed that the relationship between him and the Xiang family was not harmonious because of Xiang Yan's death and Wu Qi taking command.
In fact, those are just rumors.
"Marshal, General Xiang has only just arrived at the front line. He hasn't even had time to gather intelligence on many of the enemy's generals. Isn't it inappropriate for you to let him lead the troops into battle?
If you do this, won't those in the court think that you are deliberately suppressing the Xiang family? "
A confidant whispered in Wu Qi's ear.
He responded in a deep voice, "I just want them to feel that there is indeed an irreconcilable conflict between me and the Xiang family."
Emperor Mi Xiong of Chu was always suspicious.
If we say that there was no conflict between Wu Qi, who held military power, and the extremely influential Xiang clan, there was rather harmony.
Then, Mi Xiong would definitely be restless.
As a result, the State of Chu was defeated before the battle even began.
Wu Qi ordered Xiang Yu to lead his troops in cursing in battle, actually to do it for the court to see.
The conflict between him and the Xiang family was very deep.
The confidant understood the hidden meaning in his words, but was still confused. "General Xiang is only a rookie. If he were to be defeated today, wouldn't it damage the morale of our army?"
Wu Qi shook his head and said, "As the saying goes, don't employ a man you doubt, and don't doubt a man you employ. I trust Xiang Yu. Besides, do you think someone with double pupils would be defeated so easily?"
People with double pupils throughout history have all possessed a special ability.
The ability that Xiang Yu gained was divine power.
If Xiang Yu and Li Yuanba are put together.
So, if the latter had the upper hand, he might not be able to defeat Xiang Yu at his peak.
After all, Li Yuanba is a human being, not a god.
The twin hammers he used were not as flexible in their variations as Xiang Yu's Overlord Spear.
Therefore, when he had the advantage of taking the initiative, Li Yuanba could only be in a passive defensive state.
Moreover, Li Yuanba is not very smart.
Xiang Yu was very smart on the battlefield, which was also a big advantage.
Of course, if Li Yuanba was determined to fight Xiang Yu to the death, it would be hard to say who would win or lose.
By then, it is very likely that Xiang Yu would be the first to be defeated.
But Li Yuanba will not gain any benefits either.
In general, both of them stood at the pinnacle of "humanity".
The most important thing is that Li Yuanba is a fictional character in the novel, but Xiang Yu is a real person!
In front of Hangu Pass.
Xiang Yu shouted, "Which of you is called Lü Bu?"
Hearing this, Huo Guang and others frowned slightly.
What a Xiang Yu! It's ok that he challenges us as soon as he arrives, but from what he said, it seems that he wants to call on General Lu to accept the challenge?
Who is Lü Bu? He was a man of great pride. Standing on the top of the city wall, he immediately responded, "I am Lü Bu! Boy, who are you?"
"I am Xiang Yu of the Xiang clan of Chu. Do you dare to fight me?"
Xiang Yu said loudly.
As soon as the words fell.
The Chu army officers and soldiers behind him said in unison:
"Qin General Lü Bu, do you dare to challenge General Xiang?"
They repeated this sentence.
Lü Bu took a deep breath, clasped his fists towards Ying Yuan, and said, "Your Majesty, I beg you to execute Xiang Yu!"
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