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

Chapter 351 Yuan Shu proclaims himself emperor and wants to find Cai Mao as his next wife
Cao Ang had a hunch that after Liu Bei entered Xuzhou, he would definitely fight with Lu Bu.

If Tao Qian was still alive, the fight between the two would only be a small fight.

But, Tao Qian doesn't have many years left to live.

Coupled with the Taishan bandits such as Zang Ba in Xuzhou, it can be said that Xuzhou's internal worries have reached its peak.

As for this foreign enemy, it is Yuan Shu from the south, who has been eyeing Xuzhou with covetous eyes.

As long as Tao Qian dies and Xuzhou is in chaos, Cao Ang can lead his troops to quell the civil strife in Xuzhou and get rid of Liu Bei and Lu Bu at the same time.

As for Yuan Shu, to Cao Ang, this guy is already half dead.

As long as he waits until he proclaims himself emperor, all he needs is Cao Ang's response, and all the princes in the world will surely rise up to attack him.

Even if Cao Ang now starts a war with all the princes in the world at the same time, his chances of winning are not very good, let alone Yuan Shu who only occupies one state.

……

At the end of September, a piece of news that shocked the world came out from Yangzhou.

Yuan Shu sent people to kill the governor of Yangzhou.

Moreover, a few months ago, when Yuan Shu decided to proclaim himself emperor, he sent people to do this and blocked the news.

Over the past few months, Yuan Shu has the final say in the entire Yangzhou.

He used Yangzhou's money to recruit troops and horses, and his strength increased significantly.

As for the incident where Cao Ang and Liu Biao teamed up to beat him up, he had long forgotten about it.

"When I become emperor and ascend the throne, I will first kill you Liu Biao, capture Jingzhou, and control most of the south of the Yangtze River. At that time, my two states will be comparable to the Cao family's five states. What can he do with it?" I fight!"

When Yuan Shu thought of this, he was very satisfied.

……

The first day of October was an auspicious day calculated by Yuan Shu's divination, which was very suitable for him to ascend the throne and proclaim himself emperor.

It was on this day that Yuan Shu proclaimed himself emperor in Shouchun and was named Zhongshi.

When the princes from all walks of life learned the news that Yuan Shu had proclaimed himself emperor, they were all shocked.

Especially Yuan Shao, Yuan Shu's brother, immediately expressed his intention to draw a clear line with Yuan Shu.

"What on earth is this Yuan Gongli thinking? Now all the heroes in the world are rising up. Everyone wants to be the emperor, but no one dares to take the lead in proclaiming the emperor."

"As a result, the legitimate son of the Yuan family, the fourth generation and the third prince, actually took the lead in proclaiming the emperor. Doesn't this mean that our Yuan family is being roasted on the fire?"

After Yuan Shao complained about Yuan Shu, he looked at the counselors and said, "Send the order and say that I, Yuan Benchu, and Yuan Gongdao will completely draw a clear line from today on."

None of the counselors expressed any objection to this. Even Guo Tu and Jushou, who had always been hostile, stood together this time.

We really need to draw a clear line with Yuan Shu, otherwise if someone uses the relationship between Yuan Shao and Yuan Shu to attack Yuan Shao, then the situation will become very bad.

Just like Gongsun Zan, if he said that Yuan Shu and Yuan Shao were colluding, and Yuan Shao also wanted to proclaim himself emperor, then the aristocratic families who supported Yuan Shao would probably have to reconsider.

After all, they, the aristocratic families who cherish their feathers, don't want to bear such a crime of treason.

At that time, these aristocratic families will turn to support Gongsun Zan, and Yuan Shaoke will be in trouble.

At that time, Guo Tujushu and others, as representatives of the aristocratic family, would probably abandon Yuan Shao. After all, they are the spokespersons of the aristocratic family. When necessary, they must stand with the aristocratic family.

... Jingzhou, Liu Biao.

After Liu Biao learned that Yuan Shu had proclaimed himself emperor, he couldn't help laughing three times.

"This Yuan Gongli, his scars have really healed and he has forgotten the pain. Has he forgotten what he was treated like when I and Cao Zixiu worked together before?"

"At his level, if he still wants to be emperor, isn't he lighting a lantern in the toilet and looking for death?"

Liu Biao smiled disdainfully. He looked down upon Yuan Shu's mindless behavior.

Now he knew that the general trend of the world was already tilted in favor of the Cao family. It would be good if he, Liu Biao, could hold Jingzhou.

If one day, the Cao family wants to be tough on him in Jingzhou, then he will definitely not agree. If it is soft, that would be the best.

The nine counties of Jingxiang are not so easy to handle.

When Liu Biao laughed at Yuan Shu, his brother-in-law Cai Mao jumped out.

"Brother-in-law, I think we should take the lead in declaring war on that Yuan Jiujiu and gain a good impression in front of the heroes of the world!"

When Liu Biao heard this, he thought for a moment and shook his head: "No, Jingzhou is too close to Yangzhou. If war is declared, Yuan Shu will definitely take the initiative, and Jingzhou will become the main battlefield."

"This is not good news for Jingzhou. Besides, Yuan Shu has just proclaimed himself emperor. His prestige in Yangzhou must be full. With his strength greatly increased, we may not be our opponent."

After Liu Biao married Cai, he lost his enterprising spirit and immersed himself in the gentle countryside.

Although Cai Hao was not a hero, when he saw Liu Biao's appearance, he stopped trying to persuade him, because he knew that Liu Biao would definitely not fight against anyone again unless he was forced into a desperate situation.

This brother-in-law is considered useless. This Jingzhou will change hands sooner or later, and it seems that he will have to find a new home.

In fact, in Cai Mao's heart, he didn't want to be the lord of Jingzhou.

It's just that he knows how much he weighs. If it weren't for the fact that he had practiced some flower tricks and water kung fu in his early years, and that her sister was married to Liu Biao, he would still be a guy who hangs around all day long. , how can I have the opportunity to be a governor or military advisor?

As for who to look for next time, he has to think carefully.

Don't think about Liu Qi, Liu Biao's eldest son. Liu Qi has always looked down on Cai Mao and his brother. If Liu Qi becomes the lord of Jingzhou, then the good days of Cai and his brother will come to an end.

Yizhou Liu Yan?He is not good either. He is a coward. Every time there is a war, he pretends to be sick and pretends to be dead.

As for Yuan Shu, there is no need to think about it. If he becomes emperor at this time, he will be finished sooner or later. Cai Hao can't even hide in time, so how can he come forward.

As for Yuan Shao, Gongsun Zan and others, they are too far away from Jingzhou and have no way to come to Jingzhou.

After much thought, the Cao family was the best choice in terms of power and prestige.

……

Yizhou, Liu Yan.

Liu Yan has been very happy since Liu Zhang came back.

Originally he had three sons, but they were all taken hostage by Cao Cao and his son.

Now that one finally came back, he would definitely train him as his successor.

"Ji Yu, since you are back, follow your father's example and learn from him. Yizhou will definitely be handed over to you in the end."

When Liu Zhang heard this, he quickly pretended to refuse: "Father, how can this be possible? My eldest brother and second brother are still here!"

(End of this chapter)