Agreement Reached, Returning to Yangzhou

After winning Gongsun Zan's favor, the matter to be discussed next became relatively simple.

Introducing Yuan Shao of Ji Province.

Lu Su then used his persuasive words to explain to Gongsun Zan the threat Yuan Shao posed to him.

Lu Su clasped his hands and advised, "General! There is something I must remind you of today."

"Feel free to speak, Zijing!" Gongsun Zan leaned forward with a smile and said, "There's no need for formalities between us. Say whatever's on your mind."

"General Gongsun, I’m sure you’ve heard the saying, ‘Two tigers cannot share one mountain!’" Lu Su said gravely.

"Now, with Ji Province bordering Youzhou, and Yuan Shao harboring wild ambitions, he surely aims to unify the north. In that case, your Youzhou will not be left untouched!"

"As such, there will inevitably be a battle between you and Yuan Shao; it’s only a matter of time!" A sharp gleam flashed in Lu Su's eyes.