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  Liu Feng is indeed going to meet Huang Zhong in a single-mounted duel at the front of the array.

  Ma Su gave the order and a soldier disarmed and mounted his horse, galloping towards the enemy lines.

  According to the unwritten rules of the battlefield, the other side sent unarmed soldiers as messengers. Therefore, when they approached, Huang Zhong did not order his archers and crossbowmen to shoot, but instead sent two riders to intercept them more than ten steps away.

  "Huang Lao General, our young general requests that you meet him alone on horseback in front of the two armies."

  The messenger's words made Huang Zhong feel quite unexpected. He had originally thought that this Liu Feng was arrogant and really intended to challenge him with 800 men in a wild battle, but just as the battle was about to begin, he suddenly wanted to meet alone on horseback. For a moment, Huang Zhong couldn't understand what the little brat surnamed Liu was up to.

  Nansheng saw Huang Zhong seem to have hesitated, and on horseback, he pressed the words given by Ma Chao, in front of a thousand soldiers under Huang Zhong's command, and said loudly: "General, it's just a single ride meeting, General won't be afraid, will you?"

  The number one swordsman of Jiangnan would never be afraid of a mere child!

  Nansheng's words instantly enraged Huang Zhong's ambition, he relied on his own martial arts skills, even if it was a solo meeting, what tricks did the little Liu think he could play, and what was there to fear.

  Huang Zhong let out a cold snort and shouted: "Go back and tell General Xiahou, I'm not afraid of him. We'll meet on the battlefield in no time."

  The soldier who had broken out in a cold sweat heard Huang Zhong's response and, as if he had been granted a great amnesty, hastily retreated back to his own army's formation.

  Liu Feng learned that Huang Zhong was willing to meet in front of the formation, so he lightly waved his hand. Ma Chao, who understood the intention, immediately dispatched 7 or 8 soldiers, who carried several pairs of deer horns to the central area between the two armies and set up a simple barrier there.

  After the battle of Lushan and his encounter with Xu Chu, Liu Feng was confident that his martial skills had greatly improved, but he wasn't confident enough to dare compete with the number one swordsman in Jiangnan. He was very clear that this white-haired old general, despite his advanced age, was just as fierce as Xu Chu when he got serious.

  So, when Ma Chao gave Liu Feng this plan to ride alone in front of the formation for a while, Liu Feng was still worried that if Huang Zhong's formation changed suddenly and he had a killing intention, what would be good.

  It was only later that Liu Feng learned that, according to the rules of this era, when the leaders of two armies converse in front of their formations, it is necessary to set up obstacles such as deer horns or dig trenches beforehand, in order to guard against the other side being untrustworthy and taking advantage of the situation to launch a surprise attack.

  The obstacles were set up and the soldiers retreated. As a proposer, Liu Feng led the way out of the formation to show his sincerity.

  Under the gaze of nearly a thousand people, Liu Feng wore a white horse and silver robe, with a precious sword at his waist and a heavy gun in his hand, slowly walking into the formation of the two armies. Regardless of the relationship with the enemy, just this elegant momentum made the Changsha soldiers opposite him secretly admire.

  Huang Zhong, seeing Liu Feng had come out of the array, also took up his great sword and slung his precious bow over his shoulder, and rode out. In a short time they met near a clump of trees, drew rein, and halted within five steps of each other.

  Liu Feng gazed at the old general in front of him, who was still vigorous and robust despite his age. Although he couldn't feel the same intense pressure as from Xu Chu, that kind of grandeur, like a towering pine tree, still made people tremble with fear. Those eyes seemed to be etched with the rings of years, containing a piercing power that was hard to match.

  At this moment, these eyes are also staring at Liu Feng with a cold gaze. The expression that flashed in the pupils seemed to have an inexplicable suspicion about the young man's actions.

  "I have long admired General Huang's name, now I can finally see the general's demeanor, it is truly a blessing of three lifetimes." Liu Feng bowed his head on horseback, very politely expressing a junior's respect.

  Huang Zhong was an elder, and although Liu Feng was now an enemy, he had shown respect, so Huang naturally couldn't respond with a cold face.

  Huang Zhong also nodded his head: "Liu Gongzi is overpraising. Liu Gongzi is young and promising, worthy of being the son of Liu Xianggong, I am also fortunate to meet him. Liu Gongzi, my Changsha Prefecture has always had no feud with Liu Xianggong, but now leading troops to come forward, directly pressing under Linxiang City, what do you want to do?"

  Liu Feng's solo ride to the front of the formation, as well as his respectful attitude just now, naturally gave Huang Zhong a different understanding. At this time, Huang Zhong felt that this battle in front of him might not necessarily be solved by force.

  Liu's face showed a hint of regret, and he sighed: "Actually, I have always respected and admired General Cao. I had no intention of coming to offend him, but my father was not satisfied with just getting Jiangxia County from Zidu, and insisted on taking all four southern counties. It is difficult for me to disobey my father's orders, and I am only carrying out his will. I hope the general can understand."

  Liu Feng's words shifted the blame for invading the four southern commanderies to Liu Bei, and the part about Liu Qi was also setting up a hidden plot for the future.

  When he said that, Huang Zhong didn't believe it, but his impression of Liu Bei was naturally discounted again, and he couldn't help but have a few more good feelings towards the Liu Feng in front of him.

  "I can understand Liu Gongzi's difficulties, but once the war begins, not only will my troops have to pay the price of death and injury, but also the innocent people of Changsha County will be implicated. If Liu Gongzi really has a heart of benevolence, please go and persuade his father again, asking him to consider the lives of the common people and order the withdrawal of troops."

  Liu Feng's eyebrows twisted into a knot, and his face showed a hesitant expression.

  Liu Feng's change in expression seemed to let Huang Zhong see a glimmer of peace, and he hastily added: "I know this is difficult for General Liu, but the benevolent reputation of Imperial Uncle Liu is known throughout the land. Even the officials and people of my Changsha Prefecture have long admired him. If General Liu considers his lord's reputation, he should persuade him to withdraw his troops."

  Huang Zhong's sincere words made Liu Feng realize that this old general's political ability was indeed mediocre. He obviously didn't understand Liu Bei's character, and it wasn't just Liu Bei - even if it were another lord, they wouldn't let go of such a fat piece of meat on the edge of their mouth.

  However, Huang Zhong's political naivety played right into Liu Feng's hands.

  Liu Feng let out a long sigh and reluctantly said, "Actually, my current situation is also hard to put into words. However, since General has made this request, I naturally cannot refuse to give him face. Alright, then I will temporarily withdraw my troops and write another letter to Father. But whether it will work or not, I guarantee nothing. Perhaps in the end, I will still have to meet General on the battlefield."

  Huang Zhong had originally thought that Liu Feng was just a arrogant and reckless young man, but the result of their previous encounter on the battlefield had made him look at Liu Feng in a new light. Now, hearing his words, he felt even more respect for him, and smiled happily, saying: "Regardless of the outcome, I, Huang Zhong, will always remember Liu Gongzi's chivalrous and benevolent spirit. Even if we must fight each other in the end, it will be the most enjoyable battle of my life."

  Liu Feng also burst out laughing, and this tense and dramatic duel, which had originally made the soldiers of both sides anxious, suddenly turned into a joyful and harmonious reunion, leaving several thousand soldiers utterly astonished and perplexed.

  Under the gaze of everyone's astonishment, the two chatted for a few more sentences before bidding farewell and returning to their respective camps.

  Liu Feng turned his horse back to the formation, and Ma Ze was already waiting for him with a smiling face, saying in a mysterious tone: "Young Master, it seems that this solo meeting has yielded far more than expected."

  Liu Feng's mouth curled up at the corners: "The first step has been successful, let's retreat fifteen miles away for now, it's time to prepare for the second step."

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