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Xiang Bo

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Xiang Yu's Uncle / The Midnight Messenger

Xiang Bo saved Liu Bang at the Hongmen Banquet — out of gratitude for Zhang Liang's kindness. His midnight ride changed China's fate.

Xiang Yu's uncle. In his youth, he committed murder and fled to Liu Bang's camp, where Zhang Liang sheltered him. Later, he returned to Xiang Yu. At the Hongmen Banquet, he warned Liu Bang and negotiated for his survival. He advised Xiang Yu not to attack Liu Bang. He served as Xiang Yu's envoy to Liu Bang. After the Han dynasty was established, his son served in Liu Bang's court.

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