Without giving Yuan Xi much time to consider, Yuan Shang proposed an extremely bold plan.

Contacted Liu Bei, lured him to attack Yecheng, and injured him hard. After succeeding, he counterattacked Zhongshan and took down Youzhou, realizing his wish since his father Yuan Shao. At that time, Yuan Xi supported Jizhou and Yuan Shang supported Youzhou. Based on Jizhou's land and household registration, it combined with the cavalry of Youzhou and the infantry of Jizhou, which was enough to control Hebei.

Yuan Xi was still hesitating, and Yuan Shang asked: Have you forgotten about the Zhen family?

When he heard the word "Zhen Family", Yuan Xi became angry and looked ferocious. The Zhen Family was a thorn in his heart. The hatred of snatching his wife made him unable to raise his head. Yuan Shang patted Yuan Xi on the shoulder. "Second brother, Sun Ce was against the lord, not only seized Brother Boyang's foundation, occupied my Yuan family's woman, but also seized your wife who had not passed away. This is not only your shame, but also our Yuan family. If you don't take this revenge, how can you and my brother stand in the world? A hundred years later, what kind of face will you see your father and uncle Gaolu?"

Yuan Xi gritted his teeth. "Xianfu, I'll listen to you. However, there is one thing you should pay attention to. Although Sun Ce is far away in Jiangdong, he may send troops to Jizhou at any time, Zhu Ran is in Gaotang, and Xu Kun is in Jinan, which is even more distant."

Yuan Shang nodded confidently. "Don't worry, second brother, I have already thought of a countermeasure, I just want to aggrieved you."

"I'm wronged?"

"That's right." Yuan Shang smiled proudly, leaned in front of Yuan Xi, and muttered a few words. Yuan Xi woke up like a dream, and was happy and afraid. Yuan Shang was so scheming at a young age, he didn't know whether it was a disaster or a blessing.

Yuan Shang patted Yuan Xi's arm, his face full of red light. "Is that settled?"

Yuan Xi hesitated for a moment and nodded. "Okay, just as you said."

——

Yuan Xi and Yuan Shang got on the car and returned to Yecheng.

After returning to the city, Yuan Shang went to see Yuan Tan alone, saying that he had discussed with Yuan Xi, and it would be better for Yuan Tan to continue to be the King of Wei, and they assisted him. After all, Yuan Tan was old, had rich experience, and also knew Sun Ce's character. If Yuan Tan was really unwilling to live in the world and was determined to retire, then Yuan Xi would take over the throne in accordance with age order.

The reason is very simple. Yuan Xi is already an adult and has experience in fighting in Qingzhou. He is also close to the Jizhou family. He is only sixteen years old and has no knowledge of the world. Even with the support of Yanzhou people, it is difficult to control Jizhou. It is better for Yuan Xi to take over as King of Wei. He assisted him and accumulated some experience, and made contributions in the future to fight and strive to be a king and a marquis.

Yuan Tan looked at Yuan Shang with admiration. He originally thought that Yuan Shang would strive to succeed him. After all, Yuan Xi was mediocre and had no support, so he could not compete with Yuan Shang at all. Unexpectedly, Yuan Shang was young and knew the general and voluntarily withdrew. In an excited mood, Yuan Tan said something in his heart.

"Xianfu, there is a reason why my father loved you the most when he was alive. You look like him the most."

Yuan Shang quickly said a few humble words, then said: Whether Yuan Tan is the king or Yuan Xi is the king, whether he surrenders to Sun Ce in the future or continues to confront each other, Liu Bei is very worried. This person is too easy to go, and it is difficult to raise him repeatedly. He has occupied Zhongshan and Hejian, like a knife that is pressed on Jizhou's waist and ribs, which may be stabbed at any time. Therefore, the most urgent task is to eliminate Liu Bei and take half of Youzhou into his pocket.

The specific method is to use the discord between brothers as a cover-up. Yuan Xi contacted Liu Bei and lured Liu Bei into the vassal. Yuan Shang came forward to negotiate with Jiang Gan to stabilize the Wu army, so as to prevent Taishi Ci or Xu Kun and Shen You from taking advantage of the situation to rob, especially Xu Kun, who was in Jinan. Once he received the news, he might cross the river, attack Qinghe and Weijun, and threaten Yecheng at any time.

Yuan Tan deeply agreed. He has been hesitating, and a large part of the reason is that he is worried about Liu Bei. To a certain extent, he is not worried about Sun Ce. The strength gap between the two sides is obvious and there will be no changes. With Sun Ce's character, coupled with the influence of Yuan Quan and Yuan Heng, and the care of Yang Biao and his son, the Wei State may still survive. But Liu Bei may be ambitious and covet Jizhou for a long time. Once he gives way, Liu Bei will inevitably launch an attack on Jizhou. Neither Yuan Xi nor Yuan Shang are Liu Bei's opponents.

Liu Bei contacted Yuan Xi through Feng Ji, and wanted to conspire to seize Jizhou from inside and outside. He also wanted to use the tricks and lure Liu Bei into the trap. However, Liu Bei had not taken action, which made him a little anxious. Jiang Gan had been stranded in Yecheng for three or four months, and after delaying it, the negotiations ended in vain, so he could only wait for the final battle in the autumn.

With Liu Bei in front of him, Jizhou could not do his best.

The plan proposed by Yuan Shang may be able to solve Liu Bei. After annexing half of Youzhou occupied by Liu Bei, he would be more confident whether he confronted Sun Ce or surrendered.

Yuan Tan accepted Yuan Shang's suggestion and agreed to Yuan Shang's request, keeping it as confidential as possible, and not revealing relevant inside information to irrelevant people to avoid leaking the news, which made Liu Bei be wary.

Yuan Tan agreed immediately.

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Jiang Gan sat in the corridor and watched Zhang Xiu guide the knights under his command to practice martial arts.

Jiang Gan was the envoy of the King of Wu. He had a noble status and had many followers. There were only two hundred knights, which occupied almost the entire Duting Pavilion. The courtyard behind him became a martial arts field for Zhang Xiu and others. Zhang Xiu was very dedicated and was in a dangerous place and could not be taken lightly. Not only was the warning arrangement tight, but his martial arts were not dared to be left behind. He personally supervised the knights to practice every day, spear technique, archery skills, footwork, and cavalry warfare. As long as the martial arts were used, they had to practice it every day.

After three or four months, not only did these knights' martial arts become more and more exquisite, but Zhang Xiu's own martial arts also went further, and even his temperament changed. He had the style of a master with every move and every move.

Jiang Gan was very satisfied. Because of Dong Qing, he was no longer separated from these people from Xiliang. Dong Yue was older and had limited ability, and the possibility of commanding troops was getting smaller and smaller. The person who was most suitable to replace Dong Yue was Zhang Xiu. Zhang Xiu was a native of the North and belonged to Dong Yue’s old subordinates, but had no direct relationship with Dong Zhuo. Since his men who took over Dong Yue could gradually fade Dong Zhuo’s imprint.

No matter how they cleanse, Dong Zhuo and his old subordinates cannot be washed away. The evil deeds they committed against the people of Heluo and Ruying are indelible, and they will inevitably leave a mark in history in the future. Those of Dong Yue and those of them are hard to change, and young people like Zhang Xiu can still be educated.

Jiang Gan thought that it was time to arrange a marriage for Zhang Xiu. When he got married and had a family, men would be more mature and steady. This was his own personal experience.

"Sir, Yuan Shang is here." A servant walked quickly to Jiang Gan and said anxiously.

"who?"

"Yuan Shang, the third brother of King Wei."

Of course Jiang Gan knew who Yuan Shang was, but he didn't expect Yuan Shang to come to him. Firstly, Yuan Shang was too young and had not yet reached the point of serving; secondly, behind Yuan Shang were the people of Yanzhou who refused to surrender to Sun Ce and fled to the Yanzhou family in Jizhou. These people were the ones who opposed peace talks the most. As their representatives, Yuan Shang naturally had nothing to talk to him. He had been in Yecheng for so long, and he had never met in private except in public.

Yuan Shang suddenly came to the door, which was really abnormal.

Jiang Gan thought for a while and ordered someone to lead Yuan Shang in, and asked Zhang Xiu to arrange for alert. Zhang Xiu responded and turned around to arrange personnel. Not only did he ensure the safety of the inn, but he also had to arrange people to go outside the inn to inquire about the situation and see if something unusual happened recently. When Jiang Gan arrived in Yecheng, the Military Advisory Office arranged a detailed meeting in Yecheng to cooperate with his actions. If there was any abnormal situation, he would naturally inform him as soon as possible.

Yuan Shang entered the inn and greeted Jiang Gan. Jiang Gan led him to the hall. After a few words, Yuan Shang smiled and made a clear idea of ​​his purpose.

"I took the liberty to visit, and I wanted to talk to Dianke about the people of Yanzhou."

"Oh?" Jiang Gan remained silent. The waiter brought wine and food. Jiang Gan raised his wine glass, signaled for a moment, and said with a smile: "Chenliu Gan Wu, a famous wine in Yanzhou, I hope you can like it."

Yuan Shang picked up the wine glass and took a sip. Chenliu Ganluo is a famous wine in Yanzhou. Many people who live in Yanzhou are obsessed with it. However, the Zhang brothers in charge of Chenliu have always been in good terms with Sun Ce and have gone far from Jizhou. Chenliu Ganluo is banned from Jizhou. Only some are sold privately, and the prices are extremely high, and most people cannot afford it. The Yanzhou families only buy some through various channels when holding special banquets.

Jiang Gan specially invited him to drink Chenliu Gan wine, which was naturally a psychological offensive.

"Although Dong Zhao surrendered, Zhu Ling still occupied Dongjun, and the Yanzhou family's counterattacks were one after another. Even if the Jiangdong soldiers were brave, it would probably take some time to completely pacify Yanzhou."

Jiang Gan said "yes" without commenting, but still did not express any comments. Of course, this can also be regarded as disdain for Yuan Shang's threat.

"Of course, the King of Wu is good at fighting and is invincible in the world. It is not difficult to pacify Yanzhou. Maybe half a year, maybe a year, it won't be too long." Yuan Shang gently put down his wine glass, with a faint smile on his face. "No one can tell what will happen in the past year and half a year, but one thing is certain. At least thousands of people will die in the war. In the event of an accident, there may be more."

"When fighting, people are bound to die." Jiang Gan said lightly: "Some people are not dead if they don't see the Yellow River. Some people are not dead if they see the Yellow River, so they have to make him cry when they look at the coffin."

Yuan Shang's face froze and his smile was a little unnatural. "God has the virtue of being alive. Since Zhongping, Yanzhou has been poisoned by yellow turbans, and his household registration is more than one in ten, and he can't stand the tossing. It's always good to have fewer casualties. Do Dianke agree?"

"This is natural. What are the advantages of being unsatisfied?"

Yuan Shang raised his head and looked at Jiang Gan, as if he was hesitant. Jiang Gan didn't urge him, and slowly savored the wine, waiting for Yuan Shang to speak. Yuan Yan had been struggling for a while, moved to Jiang Gan, and whispered: "If I can convince the Yanzhou family, surrender to the King of Wu, and persuade Liu Zhengli to stop the war, how will the King of Wu report to me?"

Jiang Gan raised his eyelids and smiled. "I hope the King of Wu will repay you?"

Yuan Shang stared at Jiang Gan's eyes and said word by word: "Stay in Wei, I am the King of Wei."

Jiang Gan blinked and pondered for a long time. "This matter... I cannot decide. I want to ask the King of Wu."

Yuan Shang's mouth twitched, and he stopped before a smile appeared.
Chapter completed!