Yuan Shao, the father of Fanghua in the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 128 Unexpected
When Yuan Xi went to Dongwuyang to negotiate with the Cao family, because the rumors in Yecheng continued to be banned, Yuan Shao called all the people to discuss whether to adopt the heir to the dead Yuan Ji's branch.

There was Yuan Shang's push before this, and his thoughts were very clear. Now Yuan Xi's threat to him is getting bigger and bigger, and he may have discovered the small means of framing him before.

In order to preemptively strike, he decided to expel Yuan Xi from the Yuan family first, and then deal with Yuan Tan.

Once Yuan Xi is adopted, everything he gained in Youzhou, from territory to official position, from soldiers to money and food, will be controlled by Yuan Shao. Return everything.

At that time, didn't Yuan Xi let himself be fished and eaten?

As for Yuan Tan, after conquering Qingzhou, he was awarded the post of governor of Qingzhou. In fact, he has almost withdrawn from the battle for Yuan Shao's successor.

Yuan Shang's calculations were loud, and Yuan Tan also had his own calculations.

It is true that I will be awarded the governor of Qingzhou, but the official position may not be impossible to change in the future.

As long as I stay in the Yuan family, there is a possibility of a comeback!
Therefore, after Yuan Tan and Yuan Shang were amicable on the surface, but each had their own ghosts in private, and reached a subtle tacit understanding, the two tacitly proposed to Yuan Shao at the same time that Yuan Xi was the most suitable candidate for Yuan Ji to adopt.

After all, Yuan Xi had the lowest status among the three.

The result was beyond what the two of them expected. Not only the centrist counselors, but also some counselors who were attached to the two of them put forward different opinions.

Two centrist counselors even spoke out directly.

"Master, Mr. Yuan Xi should not be adopted, but Mr. Yuan Tan should be adopted!"

As soon as these words came out, Yuan Tan and Yuan Shang were stunned.

It was Ju Shou Tian Feng who made the statement!
The status of these two people is very detached, and when these words came out, several counselors even echoed them.

Yuan Tan and Yuan Shang suddenly realized that the situation was out of control!

why?
As the supervisor of the army, Ju Shou began to advise Yuan Shao. Although his words were extremely cryptic, everyone could understand the general meaning.

Yuan Xi has great talents as assistants, it would be a pity if he was kicked out of the Yuan family.

Mr. Yuan Tan has the ability to stand alone, if he can set up another branch, he can echo Yuan Shao's branch and strengthen the Yuan family's momentum.

This vague meaning is obvious, it is better to keep Yuan Xi than Yuan Tan.

Jushou firmly opposed each of the princes to lead a state. He believed that this would lead to discord among the people and seriously weaken Yuan's power.

Now Jushou's meaning is obvious, first exclude Yuan Tan, and then Yuan Xilai will assist Yuan Shang.

As for Tian Feng's reason, it is more straightforward.

Yuan Xi's name coincides with the prophecy, and he may be the person who will be prophesied in the Yuan family in the future, so no matter what, he should stay in the Yuan family.

As soon as these words came out, everyone's faces were strange. Among the counselors who supported Yuan Shang, Pang Ji finally found the opportunity to jump out.

He sneered and said, "Mr. Yuan Hao, do you know that the second young master swore his whole family's oath in Beixincheng?"

"He swears by the entire Yuan family several times that he is not loyal or filial. If the prophecy is really fulfilled, it is even more likely that the entire Yuan family will be implicated!"

"If it really involves prophecy as Mr. Yuan Hao said, it should be adopted by Yuan Ji, who has already exterminated his clan!"

As soon as this remark came out, even Tian Feng was speechless, the truth is indeed this truth.

But if the prophecy is true, what will happen to Yuan Shao's branch?

When Yuan Shao and Yuan Shu escaped from Luoyang, Yuan Kui and Yuan Ji were implicated in being murdered. This has always been a heartache for the Yuan family. Now Yuan Xi's identity is the same as that of Yuan Shao back then. Will it bring bad influence to Yuan Shao's branch after the adoption?

Some words were too sensitive to be brought out publicly. The counselors were confused and debated for a long time. In the end, it was really difficult to decide.

When Yuan Xi and Yuan Tan met each other, after listening to him explain the cause and effect, his complexion remained unchanged, but his heart was filled with ecstasy.

Although there were two accidents by Toyoda Jushou, the matter was more or less over!
The loopholes I deliberately left were used by the opponent, and the final key was still on Yuan Shao.

As long as the situation in Xuzhou is stabilized, Gongsun Zan is defeated and the north is pacified, and the Yuan family has no worries, he can adopt him and negotiate terms with Yuan Shao!

Moreover, the prophecy about his name played a role that he did not expect, and it may be of great use in the future!

Thinking of this, he pretended to be worried, and comforted Yuan Tan, saying: "Brother, don't worry too much, there must be a way for the car to reach the mountain."

Yuan Tan sighed: "If the second brother is really interested in the position of Patriarch, I can also fight with you fairly."

Yuan Xi quickly shook his head: "Please don't worry, elder brother, I have no idea about my father's successor position, if there is any deception, there will be a thunderbolt."

He was really not interested, staying in Yuan Shao's branch, how could he be the head of Yuan Ji's branch?
Only then did Yuan Tan feel relieved a little, and said distressedly: "The third younger brother is powerful now, and I am trapped in Qingzhou, what should I do?"

Yuan Xi said: "Brother, don't worry, after beating Gongsun Zan next year, we will see the outcome."

"As long as Qingzhou proposes to build a harbor terminal, we can plan for the next step."

Yuan Tan pondered: "The Gongsun family in Liaodong?"

"This is also a direction. Even if the north is bitterly cold, we can only stay in the north."

Yuan Xi didn't say anything, and said with a smile: "Qingzhou Yellow Turban and Taishan Bandits are not something that can be solved in a year or two. Before that, brother should manage Qingzhou well."

Yuan Tan listened, nodded and said: "Second brother is right, and now the only one who can help me is second brother. If brothers work together, things will surely happen!"

The two looked at each other and smiled. Although they both knew that this was a bit false, in the next few years, the two really needed to hug each other to keep warm.

Coming out of Yuan Tan's residence, Yuan Xi was in a good mood. His past few years were not in vain, and many secret schemes were gradually taking effect.

However, going through the road of succession is also a thorny step, and it is difficult to be righteous in terms of fame and righteousness. It is equivalent to the separation of the Yuan family.

Moreover, this matter will also have a negative impact on the hearts of the gentry, and the gentry who originally wanted to take refuge in him will hesitate to wait and see. For Yuan Xi, it will temporarily fall into a low ebb.

Especially the Zhen family.

His important cards are all on the Zhen family, and now he wants to leave Yuan Shao, if Zhang's is short-sighted, he will be defeated.

Yuan Xi sent Yuan Tan away, called a carriage and went to Zhen's house.

As soon as the carriage entered the gate of Zhen's house, Mrs. Zhang greeted her early on crutches, and said with a smile, "My lord can hold his breath."

Yuan Xi knew that Mrs. Zhang meant that she had remained unmoved in the face of rumors, so she smiled and said, "I am very relieved by the Zhen family, of course I have to go to worry about things first."

Mrs. Zhang's eyes flashed: "Young master has heard some rumors now, is he worried about the old man?"

Yuan Xi's face remained unchanged: "Don't worry about it, it's not about what the other party thinks, but about how to act."

"It's like on the battlefield, even if the sword is on my face, even if I am injured or even die, I am sure that the opponent will pay a great price."

As soon as these words came out, the snowflakes fluttering in the courtyard seemed to have solidified, and the murderous intent brought by Yuan Xi's words turned the pure white snowflakes into a bloody color.

Zhang's hand on crutches tightened slightly in his sleeve.

Now Yuan Xi's reputation is different from before, he has the reputation of a fierce tiger!
The rumors about him in Ye City started from Xuzhou and intensified after the Battle of Qingzhou. Everyone knew that he was a ruthless man who dared to fight to the death on the battlefield!
Zhang's face changed slightly, but then he showed a hint of relief.

"Fine, that's fine," she hissed.

"Young Master has such a mind, I can rest assured. I believe that Young Master will be able to protect Mi'er well."

Yuan Xi smiled slightly: "The old lady understands that the futures of the Zhen family and mine have already been tied together."

In fact, Mrs. Zhang has some conflicts in her heart these days.

Investing in Yuan Xi will not yield any gains in the future, but the risk is huge. If it is not serious, the Zhen family will be ruined.

Moreover, Yuan Xi's attitude and performance also determined the future of the Zhen family.

If he is tolerant and cowardly, he will be easily deceived by others, and if he is weak in a situation, he may cause his family to suffer.

If he is cruel and fierce, he will easily despise his family members, and may abandon his family members cruelly in times of crisis.

Mrs. Zhang now sees that Yuan Xi has both decisiveness and kindness in her heart. Although her words are intended to be intimidating, they also reveal a sense of confidence, which suppresses any hesitation in her heart.

Mrs. Zhang has no doubt that if the Zhen family dares to betray Yuan Xi, the other party will never let it go.

Thinking of this, she sighed: "Since this is the case, I will entrust the Zhen family to the young master."

"I don't know when the young master will marry Mi'er?"

Yuan Xiwei pondered for a while, "Wait until after I adopt."

Zhang was startled: "Is the rumor true?"

"If this is the case, I'm afraid the young master's help among the gentry will be much less."

Yuan Xi smiled, "Thousands of years, those who achieve great things have never seen a high starting point, but once they gain power, they will be as powerful as a broken bamboo."

"Emperor Qin ruled the country in ten years, Gaozu took the world in eight years, and Guangwu only took 12 years."

Mrs. Zhang's face changed slightly. Just as she was about to speak, she heard Zhen Mi's voice: "Aren't you too cold to stand and talk in the snow?"

Yuan Xi turned his head and saw that Zhen Mi was wearing a snow-white fur robe. The fur on it was extremely long and thin, and it set off Zhen Mi's beautiful face.

When he saw Zhen Mi, he suddenly felt a lot better for some reason, cupped his hands and said, "I've seen a girl."

Zhen Mi's pretty face flushed, and she bowed to return the salute, "I've seen you, Young Master."

Mrs. Zhang took the opportunity to say: "There is still a batch of goods at home that have not been counted today. Since Mi'er is here, please accompany me, Young Master."

Yuan Xi thought that Mrs. Zhang had a big heart in order to reassure herself, so she thanked her immediately: "Old Madam, don't worry."

Mrs. Zhang nodded and went back to the house.

Zhen Mi quietly pointed to her small building: "My lord, the scenery over there is really beautiful, do you want to go upstairs and have a look?"

Yuan Xi nodded when he heard that, "Then there will be Miss Lao."

The maid in front led the way, and the two of them stepped on the snow with their shoes making a slight creaking sound.

Zhen Mi slowed down a little, moved closer to Yuan Xi, and said softly, "Master, you just scared my mother."

Seeing Zhen Miying's white Ruyu's hand protruding from her sleeve, Yuan Xi turned around, but made a mocking gesture.

Seeing that Zhen Mi wanted to withdraw his hand, he reached out his hand like lightning and grabbed Zhen Mi's wrist.

Zhen Mi shook her body, but she didn't struggle, but the palms of both of them were slightly sweaty.

Yuan Xi said softly: "Is that girl scared?"

After hearing this, Zhen Mi turned her face slightly, her reddish face was a little angry, but also a little joking, "It's not as good as the young master's boldness."

Yuan Xi's hands tightened slightly, Zhen Mi's face turned even redder, and she quickly lowered her hands so that the sleeves of her robe covered their hands.

The maid in front was still walking unconsciously, but the body and mind of the two seemed to be connected as one. They left Zhen's mansion, flew above Yecheng, and soared towards the vast sky.

(End of this chapter)