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

Cao Ang returned to the harem to accompany Zhao Yun, Diao Chan and others.

Yuan Shu's defeat made Cao Ang feel that the pressure on his shoulders was greatly relieved.

Yuan Shu was vulnerable, and this was something all the princes knew.

Now Cao Ang has ruled over four counties, Youzhou, Yanzhou, Qingzhou and Xuzhou, and his strength has greatly increased. With Sun Ce restraining Cao Cao, he can finally rest assured.

Cao Ang was in a good mood, so he said to Lu Bu: "Fengxian, I have a reward for you!"

When Lu Bu heard about the reward, he was very excited and said quickly, "Thank you, my lord!"

“You’ve worked hard during this period.

This is a reward I specially prepared for you. I hope you can continue to work hard. "

Cao Ang took out a brocade box and handed it to Lu Bu.

When Lu Bu opened the brocade box, he saw a pill inside. A strong medicinal fragrance emanated from the box.

"My lord, what is this?" Lu Bu asked in surprise.

"This is a pill that can break the ban. It can help warriors break through the barriers of cultivation and step into a realm beyond the martial arts master." Cao Ang introduced.

Lu Bu was overjoyed and knelt down and kowtowed: "My lord, your grace is so great. I am willing to serve you until my death."

Lu Bu's head hit the ground, making a thud.

"Haha, please get up quickly." Cao Ang hurriedly helped Lu Bu up.

"Thank you, my lord, for your kindness!" Lu Bu said excitedly.

Cao Ang smiled slightly: "You are the most courageous general under my command, and you deserve this honor."

"I will obey your command!" Lu Bu promised.

"Okay, I look forward to you making further progress." Cao Ang had high hopes for Lu Bu.

Lu Bu left the palace.

Cao Ang continued to enjoy life in the palace, while thinking about the future situation.

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On the other hand, the news of Yuan Shu's capture quickly spread.

When Yuan Tan heard the news, he was furious and said, "How dare you betray my father? I will never let you go."

Yuan Shang pondered for a moment, "Brother, my father has been captured by Cao Ang, I'm afraid he is in great danger.

If anything happens to our father, we will be in danger."

After Yuan Tan calmed down, he said, "Brother, this matter is not simple. According to Cao Ang's previous character, he will not give up easily.

Why did he choose to let my father go this time? Did Cao Ang do this on purpose to show us? He wanted us to lose our composure. "

"Brother, this is a good opportunity. We can send an envoy to Luoyang for help." Yuan Shang suggested.

Yuan Tan shook his head and said, "No, Cao Ang is very powerful now. If we send people to Luoyang, Cao Ang will definitely take advantage of the situation.

Our only advantage now is that we have reinforcements. It's a pity that your plan failed, Yuan Shang."

Yuan Shang lowered his head in shame. Cao Ang's strength had greatly increased, and his strategies were simply not enough.

Yuan Tan took a deep breath and said to the guards around him, "Pass the order down and strengthen the defense.

He also notified Yuan Shu's son Yuan Xi and asked him to rush to Luoyang to ask Cao Ang for help.

We must delay Cao Ang's attack."

"Yes!" The guard accepted the order.

Yuan Shao was shocked when he heard the news. Yuan Shu was captured by Cao Ang. What a waste.

Yuan Shao knew that this would be a disaster for the Yuan family.

Cao Ang now controls the entire Jingzhou. As long as Cao Ang wants, he can go south to attack the Yuan family at any time.

"Damn Yuan Shu, he's more likely to cause trouble than to do good." Yuan Shao cursed.

"My lord, what should we do now?" Pang De said cautiously. "Why panic? Even if Cao Ang gets Yuan Shu, it will only be temporary and does not mean permanent victory.

Besides, Yuan Shu was captured by Cao Ang, and Cao Ang did not dare to attack Yuan Shu.

The threat from Yuan Shu no longer exists." Yuan Shao said calmly.

Pang De breathed a sigh of relief. He was worried that Yuan Shao would vent his anger on him. After all, Yuan Shao was already very angry.

Yuan Shao snorted coldly, "Yuan Shu is such a fool! After he was captured, our Yuan family suffered heavy losses.

Fortunately, I had anticipated this day and transferred the family business early on.

Otherwise, our Yuan family will be finished."

Yuan Shao was glad that he had made preparations early, otherwise the consequences would be disastrous.

Pang De nodded and agreed with Yuan Shao's point of view.

Yuan Shao sighed, "Cao Ang's strength has increased dramatically. We deserved our defeat in this battle!

But our Yuan family’s foundation is in Jizhou and Yuzhou. If we all retreat to Jizhou and Yuzhou, then the foundation of the Yuan family will be destroyed, and it will be even more difficult to turn things around in the future.”

Pang De asked, "My lord, what is your plan?"

"Cao Ang occupied the entire Youzhou. Youzhou is vast, the land is fertile, and the grain yield is extremely high.

As long as we can get this place, we can make a comeback.

As for Jingzhou, it is now Cao Ang's base, and it is not suitable for us to seize it.

If we want to rise again, we must occupy Youzhou or Beihai Kingdom." Yuan Shao said.

Pang De said: "My lord is wise, but will Cao Ang agree?"

Yuan Shao sneered and said: "Although Cao Ang is strong, there is no need for him to fight to the death with us, as long as we can give Cao Ang enough benefits.

Cao Ang will definitely give up Jingzhou and Beihai. As long as our Yuan family can get Youzhou, our Yuan family can slowly recover its vitality. "

Pang De said: "I am willing to lead the army to Beihai to persuade Cao Ang to surrender."

Yuan Shao waved his hand and said, "You don't need to go there in person. Just send a few elite soldiers."

"As you command," Pang De said with a bow.

"Cao Ang is too strong to confront him head on. We need to proceed slowly," Yuan Shao reminded.

Pang De said respectfully: "I understand."

Yuan Shao nodded. Pang De's attitude made him feel very satisfied.

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At the same time, Cao Cao received news that Cao Ang had defeated Yuan Shu.

Cao Cao's expression changed a lot, and he muttered to himself: "I didn't expect Cao Ang to have such a method!"

Cao Cao had misjudged Cao Ang at the beginning, and originally thought that Cao Ang was a weak person who could be bullied.

But after going through many things, especially during the Yellow Turban Rebellion, Cao Ang demonstrated his strength.

Now Cao Cao has misjudged again. Cao Ang's strength is even stronger than he imagined.

“My lord, Cao Ang has already destroyed Yuan Shu.

Yuan Shao no longer has any power to resist, can we deal with him?" Cheng Yu suggested.

"Cao Ang's strength has reached the top level. We can't do anything to him for the time being." Cao Cao said distressedly.

Cheng Yu thought for a while and said, "My Lord, since Cao Ang already has absolute strength, we can't just sit back and watch. Otherwise, Cao Ang will really become the overlord of the world."

"Zhongzhi is right. If we continue to sit and wait for death, Cao Ang will sooner or later take action against us." Cao Cao also realized this.

"My lord is wise!" Cheng Yu complimented.

Cao Cao smiled. Cao Ang’s strength was beyond his imagination. He could not continue to wait like this.

"Send a message to all the lords to gather their troops immediately. I want to attack Yanzhou." Cao Cao ordered. (End of this chapter)