The discussion in Ye City continued.
Seizing the opportunity to attack Cao Cao's rear, it was better to pacify the surrounding enemies first.
To Yuan Shao, this was the same risk.
Suppressing a strong enemy would definitely make Cao Cao stronger.
If he attacked East County, Jizhou would be in danger of falling, so his dilemma of choice acted up again.
At this moment.
Xu Prefecture also held a meeting.
Tancheng, the state shepherd's house.
Liu Bei placed the edict on the table and said with an ugly expression,""Cao Mengde was appointed as Sikong and conferred the title of Marquis Wuping. Yesterday, an angel came to announce an edict for us to attack Huainan!”
"My lord!"
Mi Zhu added," Yuan Gonglu is one of the great dukes in the world. Even Sun Bofu, who is dominating the River East, is his commander. If we forcefully attack Huainan, I'm afraid we will have to pay a huge price. Moreover, we might not even get anything!”
"Not bad!"
Guan Yu said unhappily.
Liu Bei laughed at himself." After X Wentai died, Sun Bofu presented the Imperial Jade Seal to Yuan Gonglu to seek protection. Therefore, in this battle, we have to represent the Han Dynasty to attack the rebellious minister. We have to do it privately because if we don't obey the emperor's orders, we will be laughed at by the world!”
"Cao Mengde is the Son of Heaven and commands the vassals. He's even more terrifying than Dong Zhuo and Li Jue!" Chen Deng's eyes were filled with fear.”
"Yes!"
"Zizhong, do you know Xiao Xinzhi?" Liu Bei nodded and asked.”
"Hmm?"
Mi Zhu was slightly stunned.
Liu Bei took a deep breath and said,""This person is the first person under Cao Cao to be conferred the title of Marquis. He has no authority in the court and is only in charge of the Rong Mansion. It is said that he allowed Xu Zhongkang to kill General Xingyi in Chen Liu.”
"I know him!"
Mi Zhu nodded and said helplessly," This person is the only son of the Xiao clan of Chen Liu. His father, Xiao Hui, has many dealings with my Mi clan. Before Cao Mengde attacked Xu Prefecture, he bought 100,000 kilograms of grain and had it transported to Juancheng by my Mi clan's customers!”
"100,000 rations?"
Liu Bei's blood rushed to his head.
He finally understood how Cao Cao could take back Yanzhou after running out of food.
It turned out that all the reasons were because of the 100,000 dan of grain, and it was sold by Mi Zhu.
"My lord!"
Mei Zhu said bitterly," Business is business. The Xiao clan has been trading with our clan for many years. Besides, it's common for Xiao Nan to take over after Xiao Hui dies. Although 100,000 stones is a lot, it's not like it hasn't happened before. I just didn't expect him to side with Cao Mengde!”
"No worries!"
Liu Bei waved his hand.
Guan Yu stroked his beautiful beard, his red phoenix eyes filled with killing intent as he said coldly,""This person is not a good person. Cao Mengde used the name of the Son of Heaven. This person is an accomplice. If I encounter him in the future, I will kill him with a knife!”
"My lord!"
Chen Dengjin said,"We must attack Huainan, but we must also be careful of Lu Bu and Cao Cao's sneak attack on Xuzhou!"”
"Yes!"
Liu Bei nodded and said with a gloomy look,""Lu Bu has been pacified by me in Xiaopei. Today, Yi De will lead the army to guard Xiapi and prevent him from advancing eastward into Tancheng. Half a month later, my second brother will lead the army to attack Huainan.”
"Here!"
Mi Zhu agreed.
Zhang Fei patted his armor and smiled." Don't worry, Big Brother. As long as I'm in Xiapi, the servants of the three families won't dare to go east!"”
"Don't drink!"
Liu Bei frowned.
"I can make a military pledge!" Zhang Fei said firmly.”
"There's no need for that!"
Liu Bei waved his hand.
The next day, there were dark clouds of war in and outside Tan City.
All the commanders had received the news of the upcoming conquest of Huainan.
In just a few days.
The news was sent to Sikong Manor by the spies of the Embroidered Uniform Guards.
Xuchang.
Sikong Manor's main hall.
Cao Cao brought the nine-year-old Cao Pi into the hall.
The scholars led by Xiao Nan and the generals led by Xiahou Dun were already present.
"Brother!"
"Greetings, gentlemen and general!“
Cao Pi's temperament was gloomy, and one could not tell whether he was happy or angry.
Xun Yu, Chen Qun, Xi Zhicai and the rest stood up and bowed slightly."Greetings, Second Young Master!"
"Second brother!"
Cao Ang pulled Cao Pi to Xiao Nan and said respectfully,""This is Mr. Xinzhi, my teacher!”
"Yes!"
"Greetings, Mr. Xiao!" Cao Pi said coldly.”
"Hmm?"
Cao Cao's pupils constricted.
Xun Yu, Xi Zhicai, Guo Jia, and the others also felt that something was wrong.
Xiao Nan was the leader of the Rong family and was trusted by Cao Cao. He was even given the title of Beishou Marquis.
There was something wrong with Cao Pi's attitude. He was either addressing him as Mr. Xiao or Mr. Xin. How could he address him as Mr. Xiao?
"Second brother!"
Cao Ang's face sank.
"Gulp!"
Xiao Nan took a sip of tea and lightly said,"Lord, are you preparing to lead people to attack Runan?"”
"How is it?"
Cao Cao lifted his robe and sat down.
The ruler of a state naturally had the ability to remain calm even if Mount Tai collapsed in front of him.
Xiao Nan poured the tea on the ground and smiled lightly."These days, I believe Yuan Benchu has been unable to sleep at night. He has probably decided to send troops to Qingzhou, Bingzhou, Black Mountain Army, and Youzhou. My lord, guess who will be the commander-in-chief of the four regions!”
"Oh?"
Cao Cao was stunned.
"Eldest son Yuan Tan, second son Yuan Xi, third son Yuan Shang, nephew Gao Gan!”
"Yuan Benchu is the descendant of four generations of three dukes, and the number of nobles loyal to him is as many as the hair on an ox!”
"The Nanyang officials led by Guo Tu, the Jizhou officials led by Shen Pei, the Yingchuan officials led by Xin Pi, and the Zhicai officials like Xu Shou, Tian Feng, and many generals!”
"They all knew that Yuan Shao's future successor was one of the three sons and daughters, which was why they started to split into factions and fought endlessly!”
"I dare to say that within three years, Yuan Shao will become the ruler of the four northern regions. He will flourish in the struggle for heirs and perish in the struggle for heirs. At that time, my lord will become the overlord of the entire northern region!”
"Therefore, some things can't be undone. It's better to nip them in the bud!”
Xiao Nan pointed at the empty tea bowl and the water stains on the ground that were about to dry up, and said with a calm expression.
"Gulp!"
Cao Ang gulped.
He often listened to Xiao Nan's lecture.
How could he not hear the voice? If he was Xiao Nan, he definitely wouldn't dare to say these words today.
"Xinzhi!"
Guo Jia's eyebrows twitched.
He couldn't help but reach out and tug at the corner of his clothes.
Setting up an heir was Cao Cao's family matter. Xiao Nan had no intention of forcing him to abdicate.
"Serve the tea!"
Cao Cao's expression did not change. He turned to the servant and said,"Immediately get Xinzhi a new tea set and serve him the best tea!”
"Here!"
the attendant said respectfully.
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