Liao of Wu

Liao, King of Wu (Chinese: 吳王僚; died 515 BC), also named Zhouyu, was king of the state of Wu in the Spring and Autumn period.

Liao was the grandson of King Shoumeng.

[citation needed] During his time as king he led several battles against the state of Chu.

In 518 BC, he conquered the fortified Chu city of Zhongli.

[1] He was assassinated by Zhuan Zhu during a function organised by his cousin, Prince Guang, who then became King Helü of Wu.