The Story of Zhou Que

by Flowned

Zhou Que is an 18 year old boy who was raised by his uncle after his parents died. After his uncle died too,he joined a group of bandits, but what he didn't know was that this was the beginning of a new life. A long story divided in shorter chapters.

13. Chapter 13

13.

It remained quiet. If Liu Bei proposed an alliance, they still wouldn't stand a chance. But surrender wasn't an option either. Suddenly someone stood up from his chair, it was a strategist, named Lu Su. "My lord, if I may?" Sun Quan nodded. "I would suggest to take this opportunity, not only to stand a better chance against Cao Cao, but also to improve relationships between Wu and Liu Bei." "Indeed," Zhuge liang spoke. "Even though we don't possess the largest number of men, with a great strategy, we have a much better chance to win." Sun Quan considered the request. "I… I need to think about this." Everyone nodded and went outside. Except lord Zhuge Liang, who stayed to convince Sun Quan a bit more.

When outside Zhou Que looked for Zhou Yu. Zhou Yu was standing alone against the palace walls, thinking. "My lord?" Zhou Que asked. "Why is this such a hard decision? If surrendering to Cao Cao is not an option, then why decline this request?" Zhou Yu turned to Zhou Que. "Indeed surrendering to Cao Cao is not an option, but to rush into resistance may also be a bad idea. Since Cao Cao's forces are in great number. We may be able to negotiate with Cao Cao. To give everyone benefit." "And I'm sure we have to serve Cao Cao if we negotiate?" He asked. "That would probably the case." Zhou Que wasn't so sure anymore. First he thought this was an easy matter, but with all those other options, this would be a bit harder.

After a couple of hours they were called back. When everyone took place. Sun Quan stood up. "Ive decided." He said shortly. He turned around and walked behind his desk. Suddenly he took his sword and slashed the desk in half. Everyone was astonished, this was the last they'd expect. Sun Quan looked to the generals. " We will fight! We will oppose Cao Cao, even though we have a large chance to lose. But I have fate in Wu, fate in you all!" He turned to the desk. "Anyone who dares suggest surrender, will share this desks fate." The council cheered. Except Zhou Tai of course. He would never show his emotion to anyone. He just smiled a little. "Lord Zhuge Liang," Sun Quan said. "I would be pleased if you and my main strategist Zhou Yu would work together on a splendid strategy." Both Zhuge Liang and Zhou Yu stood up. "It would be my pleasure." They both said. They bowed, and walked out of the room. Zhou Que was relieved, but there was no time for recklessness. This would be one of the greatest battles in history.