Three Kingdoms: I, the eldest son of Cao, a loving father of a great man!

“The aristocratic families of Jingzhou have no choice now. If Cao Ang occupies Xuzhou, Jingzhou will definitely be affected.

The Jingzhou noble families now have only two choices: either support Cao Ang's enthronement or submit to Cao Ang." Ju Su said firmly.

"In that case, Gongyu, which family do you think should persuade the Jingzhou families?" Yuan Shao looked at Ju Su.

"The biggest enemy of the Jingzhou family now is Cao Cao.

Cao Cao has now surrendered to Cao Ang, who could not possibly trust the Jingzhou aristocratic families, so there is absolutely no way that Cao Ang would allow the aristocratic families to surrender.

Then the final destination of the Jingzhou noble families will only be Cao Cao's side." Ju Shou replied.

"Then let's start with Cao Cao. Cao Cao is the nominal commander of Jingzhou and a top figure. He should be able to make the Jingzhou families compromise."

Yuan Shao thought about it and realized that Cao Cao was now indeed the only person that the aristocratic families in Jingzhou could rely on.

Ju Su nodded: "I agree with what you say, my lord."

"In that case, please go and talk to Cao Mengde." Yuan Shao ordered Ju Su to do this.

"Yes!" Ju Su responded and left with a few people.

When the other generals saw Ju Shou leaving, they all showed expressions of envy and jealousy that Ju Shou could actually follow Yuan Shao into the war.

Ju Shou was an important official under Yuan Shao and also a wise man. Yuan Shao valued Ju Shou very much because he followed him on the expedition this time. After all, Ju Shou was a civil servant.

Unfortunately, Ju Shou now follows Yuan Shao to fight, so their positions have changed again.

Yuan Tan looked at the backs of Ju Shou and others as they left with a gloomy face. He knew that his teacher was going to negotiate with Cao Cao.

Yuan Tan was unwilling to give up Jizhou just like that, so he sent a large number of spies to inquire about Yuan Shao's news, especially about Yuan Shao's whereabouts.

Yuan Tan didn't know that all the spies he sent out had been killed, and their past was exposed.

After leaving Yuan Shao's tent, Ju Su went straight to Cao Cao's military camp.

"Master Zhubu!" The soldier guarding the gate recognized Ju Su and hurriedly went to greet him.

Ju Su nodded slightly, then walked in, saw Cao Cao, and said with a bow, "Hello, Brother Meng De!"

"No need to be so polite, just sit down and have a cup of tea!" Cao Cao warmly invited Ju Su to sit down.

After Ju Su sat down, he picked up the teapot, poured a cup of tea for Cao Cao, and then spoke.

"I came here to visit you on the orders of my lord. I want to discuss with Meng De about sending troops to attack Cao Ang."

Cao Cao was stunned. He didn't expect Yuan Shao to send troops.

"Gong Fu, Gong Yu, I wonder how many troops your lord is going to send to attack Cao Ang?" Cao Cao asked cautiously.

“Cao Ang now controls the nine counties of Beihai State, and his power has expanded to a great extent.

If we send troops to attack, it will definitely arouse Cao Ang's vigilance.

Therefore, we need a more appropriate reason to send troops." Ju Su explained.

"What's the reason?" Cao Cao asked hurriedly.

"Cao Ang is now attacking Xuzhou. Xuzhou is in a state of disrepair and food is in short supply. If our army takes advantage of the situation and attacks, Cao Ang will be in trouble.

Our army can use this reason to ask Cao Ang to withdraw his troops. As long as Cao Ang stops attacking Xuzhou, our army's casualties will be reduced.

The bigwigs of Xuzhou's noble families will surely come forward to persuade Cao Ang to stop the attack." Ju Su said.

"So that's how it is. Sir, I have understood your suggestions.

You guys go down and rest first, I will consider it tomorrow."

After rolling his eyes a few times, Cao Cao understood Ju Su's meaning, but he was not sure how to implement it.

He hasn't thought it through yet, so he doesn't dare to speak carelessly.

"I'll take my leave!" Ju Shou and Xiahou Dun withdrew respectfully. After Ju Shou left, Xiahou Dun asked, "My lord, are you really going to send troops?

Cao Ang has just defeated Sun Ce and is in high spirits. If we risk sending troops, we will suffer heavy losses."

“What Gong Yu said is correct.

Although Cao Ang has just defeated Sun Ce, the Xuzhou noble families are still in his hands. If we send troops rashly, we will probably encounter resistance from Cao Ang.

The loss will be huge then." Dian Wei also expressed his concerns.

“What the two generals said makes sense, and this governor is also unwilling to send troops.

But I, the governor, have been entrusted by my lord, so how can I not send troops? " Cao Cao sighed. This was also what troubled him the most.

"My lord, if we really send troops to attack Cao Ang, then Yuzhou will be empty.

Will Cao Cao take the opportunity to send troops to attack us?" Xiahou Yuan asked.

Cao Cao shook his head and said, "It is impossible for Yuzhou to send troops.

Yuzhou has limited military strength now, and Cao Cao will not send troops either. Unless he wants to fight us to the death, Cao Cao will not send troops easily."

As a hero, Cao Cao analyzed the pros and cons very clearly.

"What is your plan, my lord?" asked Xiahou Yuan.

Cao Cao said, “I am planning to have you lead 5,000 elite cavalry to Yanzhou to negotiate with Cao Ang.

You can disguise yourself as a fleeing farmer, then slowly approach Cao Ang and eventually assassinate him."

Xiahou Yuan was surprised and asked, "My lord, you want me to disguise myself as a refugee farmer to assassinate Cao Ang?"

"Yes. Cao Ang has many guards around him, and you may not succeed with your ability." Cao Cao said lightly.

"Then I'm willing to go!" Xiahou Yuan said excitedly.

He had long wanted to assassinate Cao Ang, but Cao Ang was surrounded by many experts, and it was impossible for him to succeed. Now that he had the chance, he naturally didn't want to let it go.

"Well, remember, you must act secretly. Once you are exposed, withdraw immediately." Cao Cao warned.

Xiahou Yuan said solemnly: "I understand."

"Then you can set off now. I hope you can return in triumph." Cao Cao smiled at Xiahou Yuan.

"Yes!" Xiahou Yuan felt his blood boiling. This was the first time he had carried out a mission to assassinate Cao Ang.

"Go!" Cao Cao waved his hand, signaling Xiahou Yuan to leave.

After Xiahou Yuan left, Dian Wei asked in confusion, "My lord, why did you let Gong Yu go and kill Cao Ang?

Cao Ang has many experts around him. If you go with an assassin, isn't that like sending food?"

“You went here to test Cao Ang’s attitude, and I believe Cao Ang will not order the massacre of civilians.

Gongyu wants to see how Cao Ang reacts, and then we can guess Cao Ang's attitude. "Cao Cao said slowly.

Xiahou Dun said admiringly: "My lord is wise!"

Cao Ang is now handling government affairs.

He looked at the sky outside the hall which was gradually getting darker, then slowly stood up and walked forward.

Cao Ang knew that everything was coming to an end. Now that he had successfully ascended the throne, it was only a matter of time before he revived the Han Dynasty.

"Now I should enjoy myself."

Cao Ang smiled, and then his voice became fainter and fainter, and finally completely disappeared into the horizon (End of this chapter)