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Thereupon Gao Ding shouted; 〃The soldiers should either yield or be slain!〃

And they yielded in a body。

Gao Ding then went back to Zhuge Liang and offered the head of the man just slain。

Zhuge Liang laughed again。 〃I have made you kill both these as a proof of loyalty。〃

Then he created Gao Ding Governor of Yizhou and chief of three territories; while E Huan was made General。 Thus the three rebel divisions were disposed of and troubled the peace no more。

Governor Wang Kang of Yongchang then came out of the city and weled Zhuge Liang。

When Zhuge Liang had made his entry into that city; he called Wang Kang and asked; 〃Who has aided you in the defense of this city?〃

The Governor said; 〃The safety of this city is due entirely to Lu Kai。〃

So Lu Kai was called。 He came and bowed。

Zhuge Liang said; 〃Long since I heard of you as a remarkable person of this area。 We are greatly indebted to you for its safety。 Now we wish to conquer the Mangs。 Have you any advice to offer?〃

Lu Kai then produced a map of the country and presented it; saying; 〃From the time of my appointment; I have felt certain that the southern tribespeople would rise against you; and so I sent secret agents to map out the country and find the strategic points。 From that information I prepared this map; which I call 'The Plan to Subdue the Mangs。' I beg you; Sir; to accept it; as it may be of use。〃

Zhuge Liang were very glad。 He took Lu Kai into his service as Adviser and Army Guide。 With Lu Kai's help; Zhuge Liang advanced and penetrated deeply into the country。

While the army was advancing; there came a messenger from the court。 When he appeared; Zhuge Liang saw it was Ma Su; and he was clothed in white。 He was in mourning fo