Three Caos fighting for a bride? Zhen Ji, I, Cao Zhi, will take her!

Under the gaze of everyone.

Liu Bei began to feel a little unnatural.

Although he knew.

Liu Biao's original purpose in taking him and others in was...

One was to have himself and others help him resist Cao Cao in the north;

The second reason was that he wanted to make himself and Cai Mao fight each other, so that Liu Biao could benefit from it.

But Liu Bei also knew.

Liu Biao did take me in when I was at my most desperate.

Liu Bei himself is a benevolent gentleman.

But Liu Bei was not so stupid as to make everyone in the world a benevolent gentleman.

A gentleman does not care about his deeds.

Liu Biao did help him.

Plus Liu Qi's admiration for himself.

According to Liu Bei's personality.

He was unwilling to kill Liu Biao and his son.

But Liu Bei also knew.

What you are about to do.

It concerns the fate of the entire Han Dynasty and the entire world.

If you are too soft-hearted in this matter.

How do others see you?

How do these subordinates around me who have left their families and careers and followed me all the way to where I am today view me?

Liu Bei couldn't help but look at Zhuge Liang.

"military adviser……"

Liu Bei hesitated to speak.

"My Lord, it's time to tell everyone about the Emperor's secret decree..."

Zhuge Liang reminded.

The so-called "Secret Decree of the Son of Heaven".

This was exactly the strategy that Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang had discussed in Xuzhou before.

That is, in the name of the emperor.

Command all the princes in the world.

Just like when we all fought against Dong Zhuo together.

Let’s defeat Cao Cao together!

At this moment, with Zhuge Liang's reminder, Liu Bei was instantly overjoyed.

Then he looked around at everyone in the hall, and finally his eyes fell on Liu Biao, and said in a deep voice:

"Brother Jingsheng, to be honest, the reason I want to seize your foundation this time is not because you deliberately plotted against me and provoked a fight between me and Cai Mao!"

"It's because, when I traveled north to the Central Plains this time, I met the Emperor in Xudu. The Emperor personally gave me a secret decree, ordering me to travel south to Jingzhou, using Xiangyang as my base, and command all the princes in the world to jointly defeat the Cao thief and restore the Han Dynasty's territory!"

"After receiving this order, I felt very uneasy and didn't want to become your enemy!"

"Just at this time, Cai Mao sent Cai Zhong to seize my Xinye, and also wooed a group of Jingzhou nobles, preparing to eliminate me, Liu Bei. I also discovered that the role you played behind the scenes was not so upright!"

"To protect myself and the Han, I have no choice but to seize Jingzhou from you. Only with this foundation in my hands can I raise my arms and call on all the princes in the world to join me in defeating Cao Cao!"

"What I did was all for the sake of the Han Dynasty, not for my own selfish reasons. So please rest assured, brother, I will not touch you and your sons. However, from now on, you cannot leave your mansion. All food, clothing and other necessities will be delivered to you!"

As expected of Liu Bei.

After hearing Zhuge Liang mention the emperor's secret decree.

In the blink of an eye, these heartfelt words came to mind.

all the time.

Liu Bei's external image is that of benevolence.

In addition, Liu Bei himself is very friendly.

Therefore, Liu Bei said this.

Liu Biao, Kuai Liang, Kuai Yue and others.

They all chose to believe.

As for Wen Pin and Wei Yan.

He looked excited.

they know.

What I have learned.

Finally there is a stage to perform!

……

"So that's how it is, Xuande. I was wrong about you and I regret it. Since you say so, then I should abdicate and let someone else take over. I believe that with you around, the Han dynasty will continue to be ruled by the Liu family..."

Liu Biao sighed.

Liu Biao knew.

Since Liu Bei dared to say in front of Kuai Liang and Kuai Yue that he would let his father and son go.

That means he really let his father and son go.

"Lord Jingsheng, since you understand the righteousness of the cause, please pass the position of governor to Lord Xuande in front of all the civil and military officials of Jingzhou!"

"After all, only by doing this can we shut up all the gossip!"

"Otherwise, if someone with ulterior motives uses the name of Duke Jingsheng, or the names of the three young masters, to become an enemy of our Lord, it will be bad for everyone!"

At this moment, Zhuge Liang said quietly.

See Zhuge Liang say this.

Liu Biao instantly understood what Zhuge Liang meant.

That is, only if you pass the throne to my master in public, will I ensure the safety of your entire family!

"That's how it should be!"

After being stunned for a few seconds, Liu Biao immediately laughed.

……

Now that things have been explained.

Then the next step is very simple.

Half an hour later.

State pastoral office.

Liu Biao in front of a group of civil and military ministers.

Announce publicly.

He gave up the post of Governor of Jingzhou to Liu Bei.

At the same time, the seal of the Governor of Jingzhou was handed over to Liu Bei.

After doing all this.

Liu Biao walked up to the group of civil and military officials, bowed and saluted, and shouted:

"Greetings, Lord Governor!"

Other officials.

Although most people still have doubts in their hearts.

But Liu Biao did this.

So everyone followed Liu Biao's example.

They bowed and saluted, shouting:

"Greetings, Lord Governor!"

"Excuse me!"

Liu Bei said seriously.

"Thank you all for your kindness in making me, Liu Bei, the ruler of Jingzhou. But please rest assured..."

Liu Bei said some polite words.

He first spoke to calm down the civil and military officials.

Then he brought his confidants with him.

Such as Guan Yu, Zhou Cang, Wen Pin, Wei Yan and others.

Stationed in various armies in Jingzhou.

Zhuge Liang, Yi Ji, Mi Zhu, Sun Qian and others.

Placed in various clerical positions in Jingzhou.

So far——

Jingzhou's 50,000 cavalry, 100,000 infantry, and 30,000 naval forces all fell into Liu Bei's hands.

Plus the 40,000 soldiers Liu Bei brought back from the north.

Now it is in Liu Bei's hands.

A total of 220,000 troops.

Plus, Jingzhou was already rich.

It was less affected by the war.

Therefore, Liu Bei’s current strength.

It can be said that he reached the peak of his life.

And when I think about the foundation I have today.

All thanks to Zhuge Liang's assistance.

In Liu Bei's heart, he became more grateful to Zhuge Liang.

……

the other side.

Just when Liu Qi was anxiously running around in his house.

Suddenly discovered.

The soldiers surrounding his mansion.

Suddenly disappeared.

Liu Qi was overjoyed when he saw this, but then he was shocked.

He was worried that Cai Mao withdrew the soldiers guarding his mansion.

It’s not that Cai Mao has a change of heart.

If Cai Mao wanted to take these soldiers to attack Liu Bei.

"No, I have to tell my uncle as soon as possible!"

Thinking of this, Liu Qi ran to the stable in the backyard.

He was going to ride out of the city to tell his uncle the news.

Just when Liu Qi had just chosen his war horse.

But it was discovered.

Liu Bei and Yi Ji.

Appeared in his sight.

"Uncle, Mr. Yi, why are you here?"

"Uncle, please leave here quickly. Cai Mao is going to deal with you!"

Liu Qi pulled Liu Bei's sleeve and said anxiously.

Seeing that Liu Qi cared about him so much, Liu Bei couldn't help feeling ashamed.

"But fortunately, I came here this time just to make it up to Qi'er!"

Thinking of this, Liu Bei immediately turned his gaze to Yi Ji.

Yi Ji then told Liu Qi about his departure from the city to report the news, Cai Mao's death, and Liu Biao's subsequent transfer of the throne to Liu Bei...

Although there are many beautifications in the words.

But the specific things were not concealed.

……

After listening to Yi Ji's story.

Liu Qi was stunned.

"Uncle, we..."

Liu Qi looked bitter.

Although Yi Ji glorified Liu Bei in the process of narration.

But Liu Qi is just kind, not a fool.

He didn't expect that Liu Bei was actually plotting to seize Jingzhou secretly as Cai Mao said, and he had succeeded!

"Qi'er, your uncle has let you down in this matter. Don't worry, although I have taken away your inheritance, your uncle will not treat you unfairly. I have discussed with the military advisor that after I have restored the Han Dynasty, I will return the position of Governor of Jingzhou to you."

"But the military advisor said that the reason why the Han Dynasty is in such chaos today is that the position of governor is the most harmful. When peace comes in the future, the position of governor must be abolished!"

"Therefore, uncle, I can only return you the position of Xiangyang prefect!"

As he spoke, Liu Bei took out his "IOU" and handed it to Liu Qi.

Liu Qi reached out and took it.

On a small piece of cloth, it was written:

"Liu Bei of Zhuo Commandery is now borrowing the position of Xiangyang Prefect from Young Master Liu Qi. Once Liu Bei's foundation is solidified, I will return the Xiangyang Prefect position to Young Master Liu Qi. This is written by Liu Bei of Zhuo Commandery himself!"

……

Liu Biao's mansion.

In the study.

After seeing the contents on the cloth handed over by Liu Qi.

Liu Biao couldn't help but feel happy.

Seeing Liu Qi still looking confused, Liu Biao said quietly:

"Liu Xuande is a loyal and honest man, Qi'er, you didn't make a mistake!"