For Black Phoenix, Miss Da Qiao and cooldot: Thanks all for your
suggestions! For chibipearlball: Well yah, this is a Zhou Yu/ Xiao fic with
some Zhao Yun/ Xiao. And For Librarose: Yaay! Thanks so much for the
pictures! I really liked em! Zhang He, Zhou Yu and Zhao Yun were sooo
cute!! Hehehe. Thanks again
^_^Well, I guess this chapter is a bit weird, hope you like 'em anyways. Please leave me some reviews afterwards ^_^
Chapter 7: Sweet revenge
Zhao Yun stared at the man, blankly. Though the tiger general was usually calm and showed the least bit of emotion this time, he was most likely troubled as he held his "fierce dragon" into a tight grasp "So you're still alive after all these years" Zhao Yun finally muttered, keeping his cool composure. The man grinned, "Not much of a welcome, ne, Zilong?" "Cut the crap, Li Shun! Tell me where Xiao Qiao is?" the tiger general barked.
The man by the name of Li Shun sneered "Don't worry you're beloved is sound asleep and is well taken care of by our Lord Dong Zhuo!!" he replied calmly. Zhao Yun flinched as he caught a glimpse of the Wu commander glaring at him evilly. "She is NOT Zhao Yun's woman, you fiend, and how dare you leave her with a sick bastard like th-that swine!!!!" Zhou Yu exclaimed
"H-hey! Zhou Yu calm down will you" Sun Ce held the man from drawing his sword." "Hey, Zilong how many women are actually head over heels over you?" the man smirked as he pointed at the struggling Zhou Yu "What the!? Zhou Yu's a man!!! Either way I'm not falling for an obnoxious person like he- him!!" Zhao Yun replied, Well now that he mentioned it Zhou Yu does look like a woman...a bit...um... "How dare you call me a woman!!!" Zhou Yu shouted, as Jiang Wei and Lu Xun now helped to keep him from assaulting "Zhou Yu has now officially snapped" Sun Shang added. "Seriously men are so..."
Soon after Zhao Yun turned his gaze back at the man "Why do you serve under Dong Zhou!?" he asked grimly "What do you think...?" was the blunt reply of the raven haired man "..." for a moment there was silence.
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(FLASHBACK)
12 years ago, a small village as attacked by a group of bandits, At that time, the men were sent to the army while the women and children were left, unprotected. Then and there a young boy at the age of 12 suddenly stood up. He was a bit short at his age (but guys intend to grow fast right) with a short lose ponytail tied behind his back. He also had a dark fabric tied around his forehead to keep his bangs from touching his face and his eyes were dark-brown that showed much determination, thus this boy was known as Zhao Zilong, "little dragon"
Zhao Yun fought the bandits alongside his best friend Li Shun. Young Li Shun on the other hand was 2 years older, he was an adopted child but likewise he was just as skilled in combat like any other. Zhao Yun fought with only a dagger as his weapon. He was competent with a blade even in such a young age, the villagers were awed at his potential but-
But despite such talent, he couldn't protect the one he loved most...
That evening as Li Shun guarded the village Zhao Yun was ambushed by a group of men, he found it annoying on how those bastard would stomach killing women and kids but he knew he was no exception...he was about to be slashed by these scums "So much for being part of the army" Zhao Yun mumbled to himself as the next thing he heard was the riotous sound of blade meeting flesh, his eyes widening in fear as he realized what happen
Instead of him being dead and buried, a girl about his age had taken damage. She had long auburn colored hair, and green eyes in which she looked at him and with sympathy, she forced out a smile as she then fell unto his arms, her blood staining his clothing. She was pale and pallid; likewise she was like a maiden so pure, so innocent "Yue Ling! Yue Ling!" Zhao Yun cried out "Why did you!? Shit!" he cursed under his breath. The girl was a friend to him, more than friend's maybe but he was such an ass for not having to tell her his feelings sooner and now...
The girl smiled as whipped Zilong's tears using her finger. She had always been like that, she was always so caring, concerned about others.... she gave an assuring smile but soon after closed her eyes peacefully
"YUE LING!!!!" Zhao Yun shouted, tears flowed uncontrollably, the first time, the little dragon ever shed a tear and he thought would be last as he threw away every emotion he had and sliced his enemies in one strike. Hesitance was out of his vocabulary, as a blood flowed continually ending it all
The attack had ceased since then. Zilong on the other hand sat in front of a grave in a clearing as a boy with ebony hair approached him "It wasn't your fault she--" he said, patting his friend, assurinly "Li Shun! I-I want to be part of the army...to be strong." He said melancholically as his companion only nodded "You're not the only one..."
After Years of hard training both Zhao Yun and Li Shun made it to the Shu army. Zhao Yun though was a bit stronger that Li Shun which made him pretty much envious. He was also much more trusted by the Lord Liu Bei and was treated in a much higher stature.
One day, Liu Bei called for the "dragon", Zhao Zilong. He was no longer called little but was still noted as a soldier fierce and valiant as a dragon. "Zhao Yun, according to our scouts, the man by the name of Li Shun has been working for the enemy, acting as a spy" "Bu-but-" Zhao Yun protested "I want you to kill him, and this is a direct order from your commander" Liu Bei repeated sternly as Zhao Yun being a loyal follower nodded and took his leave.
Soon after rain started to pour as the 2 finally met face to face "Li Shun ....why did you?" Zhao Yun asked "I'm sick of Liu Bei!! It's as simple as that! Are you gonna battle me for that Zhao Yun?" Li Shun asked sardonically "Why not join me instead together we can crush Liu Bei...." The man asked. Zhao Yun grimaced as he raised his spear "I will serve Lord Liu Bei... even if it mean having to finish you off!" "Really? And when did you start to betray your friends?!"
The battle was fierce, but concluded as the spear general standing victorious. He raised his spear directly on Li Shun's throat but refused to go any further "Go!" Zhao Yun ordered. Li Shun grimaced, this was the second time he was humiliated, first was having to lose to someone younger than him and now having to be pitied, treated like a cur. "I swear, you'll regret this...you will fall by my blade Zhao Zilong!!" was the man's final words as he escaped in which afterwards the spear general collapsed.
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"Now my friend, we'll settle this once and for all"
"Wait! Li Shun--!"
"Shut up Zhao Yun, I will not hear your pathetic excuses, I will kill you with my very own blade "Serpent's Valor" (I dunno, why I named it that, probably cause Li Shun's a traitor which is commonly said to be a snake in the grass right?)
Zhao Yun watch it!" Jiang Wei exclaimed, as he was about to lend a hand to his friend "Wait This is my battle! Please let me handle this" the tiger general replied in a soft tone as his companions hesitantly agreed and simply watched the upcoming duel.
Li Shun was indeed fast, much faster than Zhao Yun even as the tiger general was only able to block the continues assaults. "Can't defend forever Zhao Yun! Li shun taunted as he pierced him through the side with one quick strike. It was a minor injury but it was bleeding as Zhao Yun tried to ignore the stinging feeling. Another rapid strike came without warning, as the spear general barely evaded it. "Shit" he curse under his breath as he lunged at his adversary, his attacks only to be smoothly parried not to mention countered as a hard fist came swinging into his stomach causing him to fall back and cough up blood.
"Pathetic..." Li Shun mocked, nearing him as he on the other hand strived to get up "(that was some punch...can I be possibly getting weak, I should have been much more keen to my training)" Zhao Yun thought as he took a tight grasp on "Fierce dragon" and Li Shun with his "Serpent Valor" Metal against metal but soon metal met flesh as blood spurted out of the tiger generals left shoulder. The man grinned, simply satisfying his lust.
Zhao Yun forced himself to get up, his spear acting as his only support "Not just yet!" he muttered as once again the 2 valiant warriors came together "This will be your end Zilong!" Li Shun exclaimed as his swung his sword in an uppercut, which tiger general tried to block, but to his surprise a sharp razor object pierced right through his already injured arm. Li Shun then backed away "Surprised?" he asked as he held a few small daggers in his free hand.
"Damn it! The bastard's cheating!" Zhou Yu exclaimed as he stared Zhao Yun who was now on his knees pulling the blade from his flesh, Blood gushing out of the wound causing him to moan in pain. He was now bleeding more than ever as he received continuous beatings. The tiger general was now barely standing up as his opponent took advantage and rushed for him
"(Damn it!!)" the tiger general muttered as he rapidly drew his spear aiming it directly to Li Shun's direction, and with one swift blow, the razor broke through. The sound was strident as the sharp blade pierced deep in one's flesh. "Zh-Zh-ao Yu-n" the man stammered as he fell with Zhao Yun catching him "I'm really sorry Li Shun...I-I" the tiger general faltered, his voice shaky and was obvious that he was giving in to tears
"You're still an obnoxious ass...brash...and arrogant!" Li Shun resented "...." "I have no regrets though, after all I tried...now go and save you love before that fat bastard does something to her..."he barely made out, his voice failing him and for once neither Zhao Yun nor Zhou Yu reacted at the mention of Xiao Qiao as the tiger general simply nodded "I'll meet you again Zilong, though...probably not up there...." Was his last word until he breathed his last
"Li...Shun..."
"Zh-Zhao-" Jiang Wei whispered but was surprised to see the well conceited tiger general actually shedding tears...he was crying...."I'll catch up later, go save Xiao Qiao" he mumbled, forcing a smile, but failing in the attempt as more tears came running down his stoic face. For once the fierce dragon allowed his emotions to get to him...it wasn't the last after all...
End of Chapter 7:
A/N: How was that? Weird I guess? (I'm not good in dramas or fighting scenes so please bare with me....)
Zhao Yun: You almost killed me in this chapter you stupid author!
A/N: Well, you're still alive aren't you? Oh wait you already died long ago....
Zhao Yun: Idiot! Wait I was crying?! What the hell...
Lu Xun: Awwww!
Jiang Wei: Awwww!
Zhao Yun: You 2 are dead! (Bunch of extras)
A/N: So please read and review! Sorry this chapter is the most serious I guess, next chapter is about Gan Ning and his um well....love life? ^__^ And Zhou Yu finally reaching Xiao....Zhao Yun's still in this fic and there will still be a triangle between them. Oh yah! I'm really Sorry, but I'm kinda bashing Dong Zhuo here...calling him names etc, etc, etc.
Zhou Yu: Who care about that fat boar! Anyway let me make this clear! IT'S either a Xiao/Zhou Yu or a Xiao/Zhao Yun NOT a Zhou Yu/Zhao Yun. One more like that and you're dead
A/N: Hehehehe, sowi! But it was way serious an-and-
Zhou Yu: Do that again and I swear you are DEAD!!
A/N: Meanie! Anyway please review!!! And No flames!! Hear me! NO FLAMES!!
^_^Well, I guess this chapter is a bit weird, hope you like 'em anyways. Please leave me some reviews afterwards ^_^
Chapter 7: Sweet revenge
Zhao Yun stared at the man, blankly. Though the tiger general was usually calm and showed the least bit of emotion this time, he was most likely troubled as he held his "fierce dragon" into a tight grasp "So you're still alive after all these years" Zhao Yun finally muttered, keeping his cool composure. The man grinned, "Not much of a welcome, ne, Zilong?" "Cut the crap, Li Shun! Tell me where Xiao Qiao is?" the tiger general barked.
The man by the name of Li Shun sneered "Don't worry you're beloved is sound asleep and is well taken care of by our Lord Dong Zhuo!!" he replied calmly. Zhao Yun flinched as he caught a glimpse of the Wu commander glaring at him evilly. "She is NOT Zhao Yun's woman, you fiend, and how dare you leave her with a sick bastard like th-that swine!!!!" Zhou Yu exclaimed
"H-hey! Zhou Yu calm down will you" Sun Ce held the man from drawing his sword." "Hey, Zilong how many women are actually head over heels over you?" the man smirked as he pointed at the struggling Zhou Yu "What the!? Zhou Yu's a man!!! Either way I'm not falling for an obnoxious person like he- him!!" Zhao Yun replied, Well now that he mentioned it Zhou Yu does look like a woman...a bit...um... "How dare you call me a woman!!!" Zhou Yu shouted, as Jiang Wei and Lu Xun now helped to keep him from assaulting "Zhou Yu has now officially snapped" Sun Shang added. "Seriously men are so..."
Soon after Zhao Yun turned his gaze back at the man "Why do you serve under Dong Zhou!?" he asked grimly "What do you think...?" was the blunt reply of the raven haired man "..." for a moment there was silence.
~~~*~~~*~~~*~~~*
(FLASHBACK)
12 years ago, a small village as attacked by a group of bandits, At that time, the men were sent to the army while the women and children were left, unprotected. Then and there a young boy at the age of 12 suddenly stood up. He was a bit short at his age (but guys intend to grow fast right) with a short lose ponytail tied behind his back. He also had a dark fabric tied around his forehead to keep his bangs from touching his face and his eyes were dark-brown that showed much determination, thus this boy was known as Zhao Zilong, "little dragon"
Zhao Yun fought the bandits alongside his best friend Li Shun. Young Li Shun on the other hand was 2 years older, he was an adopted child but likewise he was just as skilled in combat like any other. Zhao Yun fought with only a dagger as his weapon. He was competent with a blade even in such a young age, the villagers were awed at his potential but-
But despite such talent, he couldn't protect the one he loved most...
That evening as Li Shun guarded the village Zhao Yun was ambushed by a group of men, he found it annoying on how those bastard would stomach killing women and kids but he knew he was no exception...he was about to be slashed by these scums "So much for being part of the army" Zhao Yun mumbled to himself as the next thing he heard was the riotous sound of blade meeting flesh, his eyes widening in fear as he realized what happen
Instead of him being dead and buried, a girl about his age had taken damage. She had long auburn colored hair, and green eyes in which she looked at him and with sympathy, she forced out a smile as she then fell unto his arms, her blood staining his clothing. She was pale and pallid; likewise she was like a maiden so pure, so innocent "Yue Ling! Yue Ling!" Zhao Yun cried out "Why did you!? Shit!" he cursed under his breath. The girl was a friend to him, more than friend's maybe but he was such an ass for not having to tell her his feelings sooner and now...
The girl smiled as whipped Zilong's tears using her finger. She had always been like that, she was always so caring, concerned about others.... she gave an assuring smile but soon after closed her eyes peacefully
"YUE LING!!!!" Zhao Yun shouted, tears flowed uncontrollably, the first time, the little dragon ever shed a tear and he thought would be last as he threw away every emotion he had and sliced his enemies in one strike. Hesitance was out of his vocabulary, as a blood flowed continually ending it all
The attack had ceased since then. Zilong on the other hand sat in front of a grave in a clearing as a boy with ebony hair approached him "It wasn't your fault she--" he said, patting his friend, assurinly "Li Shun! I-I want to be part of the army...to be strong." He said melancholically as his companion only nodded "You're not the only one..."
After Years of hard training both Zhao Yun and Li Shun made it to the Shu army. Zhao Yun though was a bit stronger that Li Shun which made him pretty much envious. He was also much more trusted by the Lord Liu Bei and was treated in a much higher stature.
One day, Liu Bei called for the "dragon", Zhao Zilong. He was no longer called little but was still noted as a soldier fierce and valiant as a dragon. "Zhao Yun, according to our scouts, the man by the name of Li Shun has been working for the enemy, acting as a spy" "Bu-but-" Zhao Yun protested "I want you to kill him, and this is a direct order from your commander" Liu Bei repeated sternly as Zhao Yun being a loyal follower nodded and took his leave.
Soon after rain started to pour as the 2 finally met face to face "Li Shun ....why did you?" Zhao Yun asked "I'm sick of Liu Bei!! It's as simple as that! Are you gonna battle me for that Zhao Yun?" Li Shun asked sardonically "Why not join me instead together we can crush Liu Bei...." The man asked. Zhao Yun grimaced as he raised his spear "I will serve Lord Liu Bei... even if it mean having to finish you off!" "Really? And when did you start to betray your friends?!"
The battle was fierce, but concluded as the spear general standing victorious. He raised his spear directly on Li Shun's throat but refused to go any further "Go!" Zhao Yun ordered. Li Shun grimaced, this was the second time he was humiliated, first was having to lose to someone younger than him and now having to be pitied, treated like a cur. "I swear, you'll regret this...you will fall by my blade Zhao Zilong!!" was the man's final words as he escaped in which afterwards the spear general collapsed.
~~~*~~~*~~~*~~~
"Now my friend, we'll settle this once and for all"
"Wait! Li Shun--!"
"Shut up Zhao Yun, I will not hear your pathetic excuses, I will kill you with my very own blade "Serpent's Valor" (I dunno, why I named it that, probably cause Li Shun's a traitor which is commonly said to be a snake in the grass right?)
Zhao Yun watch it!" Jiang Wei exclaimed, as he was about to lend a hand to his friend "Wait This is my battle! Please let me handle this" the tiger general replied in a soft tone as his companions hesitantly agreed and simply watched the upcoming duel.
Li Shun was indeed fast, much faster than Zhao Yun even as the tiger general was only able to block the continues assaults. "Can't defend forever Zhao Yun! Li shun taunted as he pierced him through the side with one quick strike. It was a minor injury but it was bleeding as Zhao Yun tried to ignore the stinging feeling. Another rapid strike came without warning, as the spear general barely evaded it. "Shit" he curse under his breath as he lunged at his adversary, his attacks only to be smoothly parried not to mention countered as a hard fist came swinging into his stomach causing him to fall back and cough up blood.
"Pathetic..." Li Shun mocked, nearing him as he on the other hand strived to get up "(that was some punch...can I be possibly getting weak, I should have been much more keen to my training)" Zhao Yun thought as he took a tight grasp on "Fierce dragon" and Li Shun with his "Serpent Valor" Metal against metal but soon metal met flesh as blood spurted out of the tiger generals left shoulder. The man grinned, simply satisfying his lust.
Zhao Yun forced himself to get up, his spear acting as his only support "Not just yet!" he muttered as once again the 2 valiant warriors came together "This will be your end Zilong!" Li Shun exclaimed as his swung his sword in an uppercut, which tiger general tried to block, but to his surprise a sharp razor object pierced right through his already injured arm. Li Shun then backed away "Surprised?" he asked as he held a few small daggers in his free hand.
"Damn it! The bastard's cheating!" Zhou Yu exclaimed as he stared Zhao Yun who was now on his knees pulling the blade from his flesh, Blood gushing out of the wound causing him to moan in pain. He was now bleeding more than ever as he received continuous beatings. The tiger general was now barely standing up as his opponent took advantage and rushed for him
"(Damn it!!)" the tiger general muttered as he rapidly drew his spear aiming it directly to Li Shun's direction, and with one swift blow, the razor broke through. The sound was strident as the sharp blade pierced deep in one's flesh. "Zh-Zh-ao Yu-n" the man stammered as he fell with Zhao Yun catching him "I'm really sorry Li Shun...I-I" the tiger general faltered, his voice shaky and was obvious that he was giving in to tears
"You're still an obnoxious ass...brash...and arrogant!" Li Shun resented "...." "I have no regrets though, after all I tried...now go and save you love before that fat bastard does something to her..."he barely made out, his voice failing him and for once neither Zhao Yun nor Zhou Yu reacted at the mention of Xiao Qiao as the tiger general simply nodded "I'll meet you again Zilong, though...probably not up there...." Was his last word until he breathed his last
"Li...Shun..."
"Zh-Zhao-" Jiang Wei whispered but was surprised to see the well conceited tiger general actually shedding tears...he was crying...."I'll catch up later, go save Xiao Qiao" he mumbled, forcing a smile, but failing in the attempt as more tears came running down his stoic face. For once the fierce dragon allowed his emotions to get to him...it wasn't the last after all...
End of Chapter 7:
A/N: How was that? Weird I guess? (I'm not good in dramas or fighting scenes so please bare with me....)
Zhao Yun: You almost killed me in this chapter you stupid author!
A/N: Well, you're still alive aren't you? Oh wait you already died long ago....
Zhao Yun: Idiot! Wait I was crying?! What the hell...
Lu Xun: Awwww!
Jiang Wei: Awwww!
Zhao Yun: You 2 are dead! (Bunch of extras)
A/N: So please read and review! Sorry this chapter is the most serious I guess, next chapter is about Gan Ning and his um well....love life? ^__^ And Zhou Yu finally reaching Xiao....Zhao Yun's still in this fic and there will still be a triangle between them. Oh yah! I'm really Sorry, but I'm kinda bashing Dong Zhuo here...calling him names etc, etc, etc.
Zhou Yu: Who care about that fat boar! Anyway let me make this clear! IT'S either a Xiao/Zhou Yu or a Xiao/Zhao Yun NOT a Zhou Yu/Zhao Yun. One more like that and you're dead
A/N: Hehehehe, sowi! But it was way serious an-and-
Zhou Yu: Do that again and I swear you are DEAD!!
A/N: Meanie! Anyway please review!!! And No flames!! Hear me! NO FLAMES!!