"Very well,"Lin Yu said,a mysterious glint sparkling in his eye."Today,I shall reveal to you a little trick that will astound you."With that,he picked up a solid stick and motioned for Dian Wei to step back.

Dian Wei's face was a mask of confusion as he struggled to fathom Lin Yu's intentions.

Lin Yu deftly inserted the stick beneath the colossal boulder,using it as a lever.Then,he located another rock nearby to act as a fulcrum.With a powerful shove,the boulder,which must have weighed hundreds of pounds,began to inch forward slowly under Dian Wei's incredulous stare.

"How can this be?!"Dian Wei gasped in disbelief.

"How can it not?"Lin Yu replied with a chuckle."Archimedes once said,'Give me a lever long enough and a fulcrum,and I shall move the world.'"He released the stick and smiled triumphantly."Brother Dian Wei,it seems you have lost this round."

"You...you're resorting to trickery!"Dian Wei accused,his brow furrowed in frustration.Although he did not understand the principle of the lever,he knew that Lin Yu had employed a clever ruse and was loath to admit defeat.

It was clear that Dian Wei was not only physically mighty but also possessed a sharp intellect.Lin Yu stroked his chin,pondering another way to persuade him.

"Since you are not convinced,shall we continue our competition?"Lin Yu proposed with an amiable smile.

"Agreed!"Dian Wei responded without hesitation."But this time,the rules are of my choosing."

"And what might those be?"Lin Yu inquired.

"It's simple.If you can move me from here to the barracks,you win."Dian Wei's challenge was straightforward.The distance to the barracks was three hundred paces,and he,with his robust physique and martial prowess,could plant his feet firmly like a mountain;how could Lin Yu possibly budge him?

"Truly?Any means are acceptable?"Lin Yu asked.

"Without a doubt!"Dian Wei nodded with confidence.

Hearing this,Lin Yu felt a secret thrill.He had feared that Dian Wei would propose some impossible challenge,but this seemed to play right into his hands.

"Well,this...it's rather difficult,"Lin Yu feigned a look of distress.

"Master,you might as well concede,"Dian Wei couldn't help but laugh.

"I indeed cannot move you from here to the barracks,"Lin Yu said to Dian Wei,"but moving you from the barracks here is quite effortless."

"What difference does that make?"Dian Wei looked bewildered.

"The difference is vast;you'll understand if you try,"Lin Yu employed a touch of reverse psychology.

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"Then I shall try!"As a warrior,Dian Wei took the bait and dutifully followed Lin Yu into the barracks.

"Master,hurry up and begin;it's nearly mealtime,"Dian Wei urged.

However,Lin Yu clapped his hands and laughed heartily."Brother Dian Wei,you have already lost!"

"Lost?You...you're cheating!"Dian Wei's words were cut off as he realized he had been duped by Lin Yu.He glared at him indignantly.Lin Yu had deliberately lured him into the camp with his words.

"How is this cheating?You stated that any method would suffice,as long as I managed to get you to the barracks,"Lin Yu replied,feigning innocence.

"We agreed it was a test of strength,and this has nothing to do with strength!"Dian Wei fumed.

"How is it not?Haven't you heard that knowledge is power?"Lin Yu said with solemnity.

Dian Wei:"..."

"Brother Dian Wei,from now on,you shall follow me.As long as you are with me,I will treat you well,"Lin Yu said with a warm smile,patting Dian Wei on the shoulder.

Although Dian Wei believed Lin Yu had cheated,he was an honest and straightforward man.He grudgingly accepted defeat.

Lin Yu was well aware of Dian Wei's reluctance,but he had to be resolute.With Dian Wei's extraordinary martial skills,having him on his side was like having an extra layer of protection.Lin Yu resolved to be kind to him in the future.

With these thoughts,Lin Yu led Dian Wei towards his tent.

At the entrance of the tent stood a soldier who,upon seeing Lin Yu,hastened forward."You must be Mr.Lin Yu."

Lin Yu nodded."That's right.And you are?"

"Reporting to the master,I am a personal guard of Lord Cao.Today,Lord Cao went hunting and caught a deer.He specifically ordered me to bring it to you,"the soldier said as he presented the deer.

Lin Yu understood that Lord Cao had heeded his advice and replied with gratitude,"Please convey my thanks to Lord Cao for his kindness."

After leaving the deer,the soldier took his leave.

"Dian Wei,go and prepare this deer.We shall have a grand feast tonight,"Lin Yu instructed.

Dian Wei complied and was about to depart with the deer.

"Wait!"Lin Yu called out suddenly.

"What's the matter?"Dian Wei looked puzzled.

"What do you plan to do with the venison?"Lin Yu asked.

"What else is there to do?Clean it and boil it,"Dian Wei replied with a shrug,as if the answer were obvious.

In those times,with no iron pots or seasonings,cooking methods were severely limited.

Lin Yu was glad he had asked;otherwise,the delicious venison might have been ruined.

Lin Yu thought for a moment and said,"First,clean the deer,and then bring the venison to me."

Dian Wei,though confused,followed the order.

Before long,he returned with the cleaned venison in a wooden basin.

By then,Lin Yu had already kindled a fire and was roasting the venison on a spit over the flames.

Dian Wei curled his lips,assuming Lin Yu was simply roasting the meat.

Lin Yu noticed Dian Wei's expression but said nothing,thinking to himself with a silent laugh:Just wait until you taste it.

Soon,the venison was cooked,and the fat dripped onto the fire,sizzling.

Seeing this,Lin Yu removed the venison from the fire.

Dian Wei thought they could start eating immediately,but Lin Yu set the venison aside and entered the tent.

He emerged moments later with a small pouch.

Under Dian Wei's bewildered gaze,Lin Yu sprinkled a powdery substance onto the venison.

A gust of wind carried a unique and alluring fragrance,mingling with the aroma of the roast,towards them.

Dian Wei's senses were instantly tantalized by the scent,and his mouth began to water uncontrollably.He stared at the venison,swallowing hard."What is this?Why does it smell so wonderful?!"

Lin Yu merely smiled and cut a large piece of venison,placing it before Dian Wei.

Enticed by the delicious smell,Dian Wei wasted no time.He cut a small piece of the venison and popped it into his mouth.

Despite burning his tongue and grimacing,he couldn't help but exclaim,"It's...it's heavenly!"

Dian Wei could swear that this was the most sumptuous meal he had ever had in his life.It was so delicious that he felt he could devour his own tongue!