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

Diao Chan thought Cao Ang might have forgotten about this matter, so she asked cautiously: "My lord, did I make any mistake?"

Cao Ang pinched Diao Chan's white nose and said, "Girl, you have been thinking nonsense all day long. This matter has nothing to do with you. I have other things for you to do. Are you willing?"

Diao Chan quickly stated: "I will definitely complete the task."

"That's good. I asked you to find out the information of counselors such as Xu Shu and Fa Zheng. How's your progress?" Cao Ang asked.

Diao Chan immediately replied, "My lord, I have almost investigated all the details of Xu Shu and the others."

Diao Chan revealed the details of Xu Shu, Fa Zheng and others in detail.

After listening to this, Cao Ang's face turned serious: "These people are my important chess pieces. If they show signs of rebellion, it will be too dangerous.

This time, I intend to behead them all. What do you think, my beloved wife? "

"All...behead them all?" Diao Chan was terrified. She didn't expect Cao Ang to give such an order.

“Don’t be afraid, my beloved. Since they have already surrendered to Yuan Shao, keeping them will be a disaster sooner or later.

I am now sparing their lives temporarily because of our old friendship.

But no one can stop me from taking their lives. This time I want to kill the chicken to scare the monkey!" Cao Ang said domineeringly.

Diao Chan could vaguely guess the reason behind Cao Ang's recent actions.

Cao Ang's move was to intimidate others so that they would not dare to have any disloyal thoughts.

Diao Chan certainly supported Cao Ang's approach.

"My lord is wise. I second the motion!" Chen Gong stood up and said.

"We second the motion." Xun You, Guo Jia and others agreed with Cao Ang's decision.

"In that case, let's notify them to prepare." Cao Ang ordered.

"Here."

After Chen Gong and the others left, Cao Ang said to Diao Chan, "My beloved, you should also go down and have a rest. I still have some things to deal with, so I will accompany you tomorrow."

"I'm leaving." Diao Chan bowed and slowly left Cao Ang's bedroom.

Cao Ang took the book and browsed it carefully, reciting to himself.

"Xu Shu, Fa Zheng, please don't blame me. I'm giving you one last chance. Tomorrow is your death anniversary."

Cao Ang thought that Xu Shu and Fa Zheng had betrayed him. In fact, they had never done anything to offend Cao Ang.

Cao Ang had known Xu Shu, Fa Zheng and others for a very short time, and their friendship could not be said to be very deep.

Xu Shu and Fa Zheng followed Cao Ang in the early stage of his rise.

In the later period, the battle between Cao Ang and Cao Cao became more and more intense, which led to Cao Ang becoming somewhat alienated from Xu Shu and Fa Zheng, and even somewhat rejecting them.

It can be said that these two people are the most loyal and have always assisted Cao Ang. Cao Ang has always regarded them as his left and right arms.

Cao Ang also knew that doing so would hurt the two, so he never promoted Xu Shu or Fa Zheng. Cao Ang always thought that the two had the same idea, so he distanced himself from them.

It was not until later years that Cao Ang realized that the two people's loyalty to him was not as simple as he had imagined.

Cao Ang was indeed somewhat distant from the two men, but he really wanted to give them a chance to survive.

After all, Xu Shu and Fa Zheng were the nominal prime ministers of the Han Dynasty. It was impossible for Cao Ang to kill them directly, otherwise it would be unfair.

Although these two people were disrespectful to Liu Xie in history, they actually protected Liu Xie.

After Liu Xie ascended the throne, the two still held important positions and were not deposed. Liu Xie was also very grateful for their protection, so he looked at them differently and relied on Xu Shu even more.

Unfortunately, both of them were loyal to the emperor and patriotic, and even though they knew that Cao Ang was dissatisfied with them, they did not choose to leave.

Cao Ang once tried to persuade the two men, but they were determined to be loyal to Liu Xie.

Cao Ang could only sigh and did not force them any further. Cao Ang did not want his subordinates to be fence-sitters, so he never entrusted them with important tasks.

There is an old saying in later generations: "Raising a tiger will bring disaster", which is an evaluation of Cao Ang.

Cao Ang felt guilty towards Xu Shu and Fa Zheng, but he would not easily change his decision because it involved the overall situation and Cao Ang would never give up his ambition.

Xu Shu and Fa Zheng were both ambitious, and Cao Ang would not give them any chances because he wanted to prevent them from rebelling.

Cao Ang has sent the Embroidered Uniform Guard to secretly monitor the two men, and if they are found to have any unusual behavior, they will be killed immediately.

Cao Ang won't give them any chance.

Diao Chan had never seen Cao Ang like this before, and couldn't help but curse inwardly: What a tyrant!

Diao Chan was a little angry about Cao Ang's behavior, but she knew that now was not the time to be angry, and she had no right to be angry.

Diao Chan only hopes that she can stay with Cao Ang for the rest of her life.

"My lord, do you need my service tonight?" Diao Chan asked gently.

Cao Ang said with a smile: "My beloved, I am not an ordinary man."

Diao Chan blushed and said coquettishly, "Which concubine will you favor tonight, my lord?"

"Haha, my beloved concubine is jealous." Cao Ang hugged Diao Chan happily.

Diao Chan also lay down in Cao Ang's arms, enjoying his touch.

The next day, Cao Ang brought Chen Gong, Ju Shou and others to the parade ground in the inner courtyard of the imperial palace, where he summoned his civil and military officers.

When everyone saw Cao Ang, they all knelt on the ground and congratulated Cao Ang on his promotion to emperor.

Cao Ang waved his hand and said, "Gentlemen, please stand up."

"Thank you, lord." After everyone stood up, Cao Ang said, "I summoned you all here today, and I'm sure you all understand the purpose.

Today I am going to deal with Xu Shu and Fa Zheng, and I hope you can help me. As long as you defeat Xu Shu and Fa Zheng, I will make you three dukes. "

This trick really worked, and everyone's faces showed excitement.

The Three Dukes are the highest-ranking official positions in the Han Dynasty court. They are much higher than the Nine Ministers of the Han Dynasty, and are very tempting.

Chen Gong was the first to step forward, cupped his hands and said, "I accept your command."

Chen Gong had long been eager to deal with Xu Shu and Fa Zheng, but Cao Ang had never taken any such action, and he was almost going crazy with anxiety.

With Cao Ang's imperial edict this time, how could Chen Gong miss it?

When others saw Chen Gong’s positive attitude, they all expressed their willingness to work for Cao Ang.

Cao Ang said to the crowd: "I know you all crave for achievements, but I want to warn you: don't be too greedy and reckless.

It would be a shame if you lose your life. I can't just watch you die."

Cao Ang spoke from the bottom of his heart, and he felt it necessary to give them a warning. If these guys were allowed to swell up, there would definitely be trouble.

"My lord, please rest assured that I will act with caution and care." Zhang Liao stood up and said to Cao Ang.

"Well, Zi Bu's words are enough." Cao Ang said with relief.

Chen Gong and others were upset when they heard Cao Ang praising Zhang Liao. Cao Ang's words were completely biased towards Zhang Liao. This made them feel ignored.

Zhang Liao felt these envious and jealous gazes and curled his lips in disdain.

Cao Ang continued, "Xu Shu and Fa Zheng committed treason, which is unforgivable.

I have already drafted an edict to execute the two thieves Xu Shu and Fa Zheng. You are all people I trust, and I hope you will do your best to serve me."

"I will obey your order!" Everyone said in unison. (End of this chapter)