 In Lian Po's early years, he had victories in the wars against Qi and Wei.Lin Xiangru, a minister of Zhao, was disliked by Lian Po, because of his rapid rise to power and genius.But Lin Xiangru, in several famous incidents, took great steps to avoid Lian Po; in one case he even turned from Lian Po's carriage rather than block the great general's route.