First, Cao Cao sent men to escort them out of Yu Province and Yan Province.
Once they reached the border of Ji Province, Yuan Shao's men immediately took over.
Neither man wanted anything to happen to Kong Rong on his own territory. Otherwise, even a hundred mouths could not clear his name.
When Yuan Shao's men had escorted Kong Rong almost all the way to Ye City, Yuan Shao himself led a party out to welcome him.
"Chancellor, you have come a long way. Thank you for making the arduous journey."
"I have ordered food and hot water prepared at the Post Station, and your room has been tidied. Please settle in and rest a while."
Yuan Shao dismounted and walked over to the plain carriage, showing Kong Rong every courtesy.
He had followed Kong Rong's every move in Xu County, so this time he had prepared only a room, food, and hot water at the Post Station, rather than throwing a welcoming banquet as Cao Cao had.
"Just have my attendant take my luggage to the Post Station. Since I have arrived in Ye City, I ought to have an audience with the Son of Heaven first. Sorry for the trouble, Governor of Ji Province, but please lead the way."
Kong Rong's aged voice came from inside the carriage.
Yuan Shao smiled faintly. "As you wish, Chancellor."
Beneath the blazing sun, Taishi Ci took Kong Rong's official seal and luggage to the Post Station alone, while Kong Rong rode in his carriage slowly into Ye City with Yuan Shao.
Chapter 124: Why Do You Not Bow Before Me?
As in Xu County, Kong Rong entered the city while Taishi Ci stayed at the Post Station.
If Kong Rong failed to return at the agreed time, Taishi Ci would flee