I fled all the way to the seaside.

The scouts had all returned in dejection—no warlords were willing to take me in anymore because I carried the reputation of "harming one's father and betraying one's lord".

The military advisor Chen Gong sighed, "General, you can seek refuge with Liu Bei in Xuzhou."

I was taken aback, "Liu Bei? I haven't heard of this name, I don't remember any warlord named Liu Bei."

Chen Gong was also surprised, "The Battle of Hulao Pass, renowned throughout the land, how could the general not know the names Guan Yu and Zhang Fei?"

Then I remembered.

Of course, I knew Guan Yu and Zhang Fei, but I didn't know the name of the person who wielded the dung fork.

It turned out that Tao Qian had recently passed away, and the seal of authority in Xuzhou was not passed on to his two sons, but to Liu Bei.

I just realized that Liu Bei was not an ordinary person.

Someone who was not skilled in martial arts could actually make "The Three Zhangs and the Four Guans" bow down before him, someone who could play the empty-handed martial arts and rule over a vast territory like Xuzhou.

I was tired of this endlessly chaotic world.

I wanted to withdraw from the martial world.

I wanted to take Lady Yan, Diao Chan, and my daughter Lu Fei Yu, and find a secluded place with few people, to live a peaceful and ordinary life for the rest of my days.

It would be best if Diao Chan could give birth to a son for me, and I would name him "Lu Chu Wei"...

A scout arrived and urgently reported to Chen Gong, who said to me in a hurry, "It's urgent! Yuan Shao and Cao Cao made a bet to see who can capture your head first! Yan Liang and Wen Chou are leading an army of fifty thousand, Dian Wei and Xu Chu are leading an army of one hundred thousand, and they are rushing towards the seaside!"

I stared blankly and said, "Everyone, run away on your own, I want to withdraw from the martial world."

Chen Gong stomped his foot, "Withdraw from the martial world? A person is the martial world, wherever there are people, there is a martial world. How can you withdraw?"

His words woke me up from my dream.

I led the remnants of my defeated soldiers and actually sought refuge in Xuzhou.

I had to admit that Liu Bei was different from all the other warlords.

When I sought refuge with Yuan Shao, Yuan Shu, and other warlords, those people always sat arrogantly on their high thrones, putting on a show of accepting a stray dog.

But Liu Bei, unexpectedly, came out thirty li outside the city with Guan Yu and Zhang Fei to welcome me, which moved me to tears.

Interestingly, the expressions of Guan Yu and Zhang Fei were completely different.

Guan Yu had a composed and restrained demeanor, like an old and cunning swordsman, while Zhang Fei glared angrily with his eyes, like a bloodthirsty butcher ready to fight at any moment.

I secretly wondered—what methods did Liu Bei use to make these two warriors, who excelled in martial arts and had such different personalities, obedient and subservient?

Liu Bei hosted a feast for me.

When the wine was half-drunk, Zhang Fei suddenly blurted out, "Lu Bu, I heard that Diao Chan is very sexy. Call her out and let her perform a pole dance for us, shall we?"

I drew my sword in anger!

Liu Bei hastily stood up and ordered Guan Yu to drag Zhang Fei out of the hall. He bowed to me, "General, please don't be angry. My younger brother has behaved improperly under the influence of alcohol. I will have him apologize to you another day!"

I gritted my teeth and felt a chill in my heart, "Although the lord doesn't abandon me, I'm afraid it will make it difficult for my younger brother and me to get along. I should find another place to go."

Liu Bei sincerely pleaded, "General, there's no need to take offense at my foolish brother. How about this, there is a small town near Xuzhou called Xiaopei, it was where I stationed mytroops before. It's a peaceful place, far away from the chaos of war. If you're willing to settle there, I can grant it to you as your territory."

I was taken aback by Liu Bei's offer. It was unexpected that he would be so accommodating and understanding. Perhaps there was a chance for a peaceful and ordinary life after all.

I nodded and replied, "Thank you, Lord Liu. I will accept your offer and settle in Xiaopei. I hope to live a quiet life there."

Liu Bei smiled warmly, "I'm glad to hear that, General Lu. Xiaopei is a beautiful place, and I'm sure you and your family will find happiness there. I will personally arrange everything for your relocation."

True to his word, Liu Bei made all the necessary arrangements for my move to Xiaopei. He provided me with resources, assistance, and even a small group of soldiers to ensure my safety.

As I settled into Xiaopei, I found the town to be peaceful and serene. The people were kind and welcoming, and the surroundings were picturesque. It was a stark contrast to the battles and bloodshed I had experienced in the past.

With the support of Liu Bei, I focused on rebuilding my life. Lady Yan, Diao Chan, and my daughter Lu Fei Yu also found solace in the peaceful environment. We lived a simple life, away from the turmoil of war and politics.

Days turned into months, and months turned into years. Time seemed to slow down in Xiaopei, and I found contentment in the tranquility. Diao Chan gave birth to a son, and I named him "Lu Chu Wei," just as I had envisioned.

Occasionally, messengers from Liu Bei would visit Xiaopei, updating me on the current state of affairs and ensuring our well-being. I remained grateful to Liu Bei for his generosity and understanding.

Though I had withdrawn from the martial world, the memories of my past deeds and encounters still lingered in my mind. Sometimes, I would ponder the choices I had made and the consequences they had brought. But in Xiaopei, I had a chance to start anew, to live a life of peace and redemption.

And so, I embraced my new life in Xiaopei, cherishing the simple joys and the love of my family. The martial world may have been vast and chaotic, but in this small corner of the world, I had found my haven.