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

The existence of Jia Xu, just like the saying in later generations, 'I am the think tank beside Cao Cao', was simply tailor-made for Cao Cao.

However, Liu Bei did not dare to use Jia Xu easily, because Jia Xu was too capable and there were very few cases of failure.

If he used Jia Xu and failed, Liu Bei would not know what to do.

Therefore, Liu Bei never used Jia Xu.

Now Liu Bei had no better idea and could only try Jia Xu.

Liu Bei ordered his men to prepare writing brushes, ink, paper and inkstone, and then he personally wrote a letter and handed it to the spy.

"Send this letter to Nanyang County by express horse. Remember, do not let anyone find out, otherwise your life will be in danger." Liu Bei warned seriously.

The spy knelt down hastily: "I obey your command!"

Liu Bei nodded with satisfaction: "You can go now."

"Thank you, sir!" The spy ran out excitedly. Liu Bei trusted him so much, and he felt that he would succeed this time.

Liu Bei watched the spy leave and said to himself, "I hope you can succeed."

Liu Bei felt that as long as he could get rid of Cao Ang, it would be worth it even if he had to sacrifice a few counselors.

The spies rode their horses at full speed towards Nanyang.

Li Dian, the prefect of Nanyang County, is arranging troops to engage in farming. After all, the current situation is tense, and Li Dian does not sleep for long every night, let alone rest.

"What's the matter?" Li Dian had just settled his troops and was about to take a break when the spy ran in in a panic.

Li Dian frowned. This was not the first time that the spy had encountered such a situation. Li Dian thought to himself that it was not good. Could it be an enemy attack?

"My Lord, this is a secret letter from Donglai." The spy presented Liu Bei's letter to Li Dian.

Li Dian breathed a sigh of relief as Liu Bei's secret letter finally arrived.

"Well, you go down." Li Dian waved his hand and let the spy go down.

The spy left.

Li Dian opened the letter and carefully observed the handwriting on it. He felt relieved only after confirming that it was Liu Bei's notes.

Li Dian had great respect for Liu Bei. He knew that he could have his current position thanks to Liu Bei's promotion.

After reading Liu Bei's letter, Li Dian's eyebrows twisted into a line. Li Dian was a smart man, and after thinking about it for a while, he guessed Liu Bei's intention.

Li Dian wondered if Liu Bei was stupid as he actually wanted to rely on Cao Cao's strength to defeat Cao Ang.

Li Dian thought about it and decided to proceed according to Liu Bei's plan first.

Li Dian immediately called his men together to discuss the next deployment.

Liu Bei had ignored Li Dian during this period, but Li Dian was not angry.

Instead, he became more submissive to Liu Bei. Because Liu Bei's status was much higher than Li Dian's, Li Dian could only rely on Liu Bei.

After Li Dian told everyone about the plan, he asked, "Do you have any objections?"

After hearing this, everyone had different expressions. Some people thought that they should follow Liu Bei's plan, after all, this would benefit them the most.

Some people think that this is too reckless. After all, Cao Ang is so powerful. If he fails, the losses will be heavy.

Some people also think that what Li Dian said makes sense and that we should wait and see how things develop.

These three different voices represent Li Dian’s circle of contacts.

Li Dian knew about this situation a long time ago, so he had a countermeasure. Li Dian said.

"I think this move is feasible, but our military advantage is very weak.

First, Cao Cao was unwilling to help us. Second, Cao Cao was very powerful and our military strength was far inferior to that of the enemy.

If we attack by force, even if we win, we will probably be wiped out by Cao Cao. So I suggest that we suspend the alliance with Cao Cao."

Everyone praised Li Dian's insight. Li Dian's analysis made a lot of sense, Cao Cao would definitely not help Liu Bei for no reason.

"So what should we do now?" Someone asked the most crucial question.

"I think we should take advantage of the fact that Cao Cao hasn't noticed our army's movements and quickly send an envoy to Yanzhou to flatter Cao Cao.

Cao Cao is a hero and will definitely not refuse our army's surrender.

As for Cao Ang, humph, Cao Ang doesn't take our army seriously at all, we might as well pretend to surrender to Cao Ang and wait for an opportunity. "Li Dian said confidently. Li Dian had made a decision, and Liu Bei's plan must be carried out.

Li Dian knew that if he did not carry out this plan, his life would be in danger.

"In that case, I am willing to lead my troops to Yanzhou." A general said with a fist salute.

The other generals also volunteered to go to Yanzhou.

Li Dian shook his head and said, "I appreciate the good intentions of the generals.

However, the journey to Yanzhou is long, and we don't know what Cao Cao's attitude is. If Cao Cao refuses, it may cause chaos in Yanzhou.

Therefore, this mission can only be carried out by me."

Li Dian certainly knew the situation in Yanzhou, where Lu Bu's army was stationed.

If Li Dian led his troops to Yanzhou, he would be walking into a trap, so he could not go.

"Master, this is inappropriate." A scholar stepped forward to stop him.

Li Dian glanced at the scholar and said with a faint smile: "Mr. Xun You, do you think my plan is wrong?"

Li Dian's attitude was very unfriendly. Li Dian had a bad impression of the scholar Xun You.

Originally, there were no conflicts between the two, but Xun You always liked to sow discord between him and Liu Bei, and Li Dian did not have a good impression of Xun You.

Xun You didn't expect Li Dian to show ill will towards him.

However, Xun You was not one to suffer losses. Xun You, who was always scheming, immediately found a way to deal with Li Dian.

"Master, have you ever thought about what would happen if Cao Cao took Liu Bei in?"

"Haha. This is impossible. Cao Cao will never accept a relative of the Han royal family to join his army." Li Dian laughed.

Xun You sneered, "The chief clerk thinks things are too simple.

Liu Bei is Cao Ang's brother, and has a close relationship with Cao Cao. If he really joins Cao Cao, wouldn't it be a great bargain for Cao Cao?"

This was a bit heartbreaking. Everyone present was silent.

Li Dian glared at Xun You.

Xun You continued, "Besides, our army is now strong and powerful, and even more powerful than Yuan Shao.

We can still take Yanzhou. If Cao Cao does not take Liu Bei in, then our soldiers can take Yanzhou.

If Cao Cao is willing to take Liu Bei in, then it proves that our army is safe.

As the saying goes, wealth and honor are sought in danger. Could it be that the chief clerk is worried that Cao Cao will abandon Liu Bei?"

Li Dian was silent. He did have this concern.

Cao Cao is now stronger than Yuan Shao. If he takes in Liu Bei, then Cao Cao will own the same territory as Yuan Shao.

By then, when Cao Cao's strength increases, he can threaten Jizhou.

"My lord, I am willing to go to Yanzhou with the chief clerk." Guo Tu jumped out and said.

"I am also willing to go!" Cheng Yu also agreed.

Cheng Yu and Guo Tu's target was Xuzhou, and Yanzhou was Cao Ang's base, and the two wanted to take advantage of it.

Seeing this, the other generals also echoed it. They also considered their own interests.

Li Dian saw this and knew what these people were up to, so he sneered and said, "Since you all want to go to Yanzhou, I won't stop you.

But I hope that when you arrive in Yanzhou, you will not reveal your identity easily, otherwise if you are discovered by Cao Cao, don’t blame me for not reminding you.”

Li Dian's words were like a warning, making the generals present dare not disobey in the slightest.

"Master, please rest assured. We know how powerful he is."

Li Dian nodded with satisfaction, and then announced: "In that case, let Li lead the team to Yanzhou."

No one had any doubts.

Li Dian walked out of the room under everyone's gaze, ready to assemble the army. (End of this chapter)