Castle Of Jian Ye

[Guo Jia]

Fengxiao took a seat and the wine and began to drink. After his first sip, he pondered for a second on how to respond. He looked into the cup and looked back up to Wentai. "Lord Xuande of Xia Pi is seen, as you said, as a virtuous man. He lacks though the ruthlessness that some leaders need today to stay on top. He trusts his people and advisors, yet does not use them properly. But, alas, in this day and age he is a valuable tool. Ally with him and keep him close, almost like oath brothers. Both of you can benefit from one another."

(weak post,but meh)

[Sun Jian]

Sun Jian nodded at Guo Jia's words. They made sense, to say the least. The questions Sun Jian asked him were not just curiosity: he was also testing Fengxiao as a judge of character, which would determine his position in the army.

"Hmm. You speak the truth. What of Yuan Shao? I heard he carries much power, and comes from a prestigious family."

[Guo Jia]

"Benchu is somewhat different. Portrays to be virtuous, yet is a bully. He has many skilled advisor's, but fails to use them effectively. He is known to be an intelligent man, yet that is clouded with indecisiveness. He has many great warriors under him, but they are all brawn and no brain. He commands legions of hordes, some from the Hans and some from the barbarian tribes such as Di, Xiongnu, Xianbei, and others, yet his armies are so disorganized with no central command. The only chance he has to survive in this day and age is his adviser, Master Xun Yu (Wenruo). He is a truly gifted man, but I'm afraid his talents will not be fully exploited in the service of Lord Benchu. This is how I judge him, people who fear powerful warlords like yourself or men that are jealous of you or Liu Xuande go to Yuan Benchu because of his families name his own honor code. He is a man to use, he is another one to ally with but only temperorarily; as he will be easy to overcome."

After this judgement, Fengxiao drank once again from his glass of wine. He smirked at his lord, in a sort of arrogant smirk. He wondered if he has impressed his lord yet.

[Sun Jian]

Sun Jian was in fact very impressed. Guo Jia was indeed a man worthy of the word genius. He still had two more questions for him, however. He needed the information more then anything.


"And what of Guan Dan? To me, he is somewhat new and unknown."

[Guo Jia]

"Guan Dan is a man few know of. In my travels I have come across a few people that have lived in Xiang Ping. They say Bai Ling is a horrible and terrible place. That Lord Guan's strategy is to put fear into his own people to make them loyal. I see Guan Dan as a man with little tact, a tyrant without a goal. Determined to play the villain, but with the land already in chaos, he comes up short of that role. He is a man who would kill without the slightest hesitation, even without evidence. He is also a man you should not worry about, as his people will destroy him before we ever get close to his borders."

He finished his wine and looked at his lord with the same smirk, but his eyes showed off a certain coldness. As if there was no soul within Fengxiao. He awaited the next question that was to be asked by Wentai.

[Sun Jian]

"You have proven to be exactly what I am looking for, Fengxiao! I would accept you without hesitation! However I do have one more questio, and I want nothing but honesty. What think you of me, Sun Jian/'

[Guo Jia]

"Lord Wentai, you are a true warrior. A man men fear on the battlefield but I sense you have little tact. I truly believe you are an able commander, but you try to hide your ambitions too much and act as a general of the Han rather than a ruler of the age. But with that lack of tact that I sense, you have Master Gongjin to aid you in your endevours. I see Master Gongjin as one sided in strategy, though. When it comes to naval warfare, he is the man to choose; but other than that, he is above average. Lord Wentai, that is why I came to you. I wish to aid you bring the traitors to justice and finally end the reign of chaos.'

' I am sorry if you don't like my judgement, but my critical analysis is no for kowtowing to Lords. If it were and all I did was lie and try to compliment, then I would be a high ranking official right now within the Han. My lord, the time is now. The time has come for you to pull the reigns and move against the brigades that plague the land in turmoil."

[Sun Jian]

Sun Jian slapped the table laughing. This was perfect beyond his wildest dreams. This Guo Jia was extremely honest. He had depicted all of everyone's strengths and faults perfectly, and instead of glorifying Sun Jian's name was praise, he was honest. Sun Jian readily admitted these faults.


"Indeed, you are wise, Fengxiao! I would be honored to accept you into my army! Only a fool would reject your advice!"

[Sun Jian]

Sun Jian has returned to the city and prepares for it's defense.

[Zhou Yu]

returns all so and begins

[Zhang He]

Zhang He with a slight limp walks up the steps to the castle of Jian Ye and walks up to the guard.

"I am here to see Sun Jian"

[Guo Jia]

The day-to-day runnings of affairs have fallen into the lap of Fengxiao, as both Zhou Yu and Sun Jian were out on business. Sun Jian had to go take care of some "pirate" business and Zhou Yu went to aid Lord Liu Bei in his conquest of Xiao Pei. Thus, it only left Fengxiao. One day while Fengxiao was sitting on the throne, reading documents sent to him by minor officials and civilians, he heard a familiar voice from the distance.

"I'm here to see Sun Jian." said the mane to the palace guard. Fengxiao knew this voice, as it was the voice of his old comrade. It was none other than his friend Zhang He. Fengxiao and Junyi knew one another while under the service of Lord Benchu of Nanpi. Fengxiao was the first to leave, seeing Benchu as a man who had enough power to cover the land whole yet indecisive in nature. Junyi was soon to follow suit.

"Let this man in." said Fengxiao to the guard. "Come in Junyi, it has been awhile, old friend. Tell me, what bring you here to Jian Ye of all places?"

[Zhang He]

"Ah, it truely has been too long, well I had heard Sun Jian's name half-whispered among the peasants and various talented men of this time,as truely a particular one to follow.So I have come here hoping to sign up,and here we are again Fengxiao, this must be no concidence that are paths cross again.For it must be intended for us to team up once again as we did not too long ago among the ranks of Lord Benchu and put China's chaotic nature to bed,once and for all."

Zhang He quietly awaits to see what Guo Jia's response would be.

[Guo Jia]

"Nice words, Junyi. Truly it is heavens will for us to unite once again. As lord Wentai is not here at the moment, I accept you into Wu. Do great honors for Wu and the Sun family, as I know you are capable. Please, my friend, sit and relax. Let us drink to your success and think of the future."

Fengxiao had servants bring out two mats, so the officers may sit on equal level, thus eliminating rank or position. He snapped his fingers and more servants brought out wine. Fengxiao smelled the wine that was poured into his cup and looked back at Junyi with a smile (as the servant handed Junyi his cup of wine).

"I have been recently asked by our lord to visit Lord Benchu of Nanpi to open up diplomatic relations. Tell me, Junyi, how do you see our once Lord? A fool among fools, or a virtuous leader of the times?

[Sun Jian]

Hearing that a new arrival had made himself into the castle, Sun Jian made his way towards the audience chamber. His footsteps were calm and deliberate; he was in no rush, and besides, rushing and becoming excited would make him look undignified as a ruler. No, it was better to keep a cool exterior and keep a smile of confidence about his face. Entering the chamber, he saw the two officers in conversation.

"Well now! It appears you two already know one another! Tell me, who might this worthy looking individual be, Guo Jia?"