Cao Cao entered Wei Gong and was granted the title of Jiuxi. He was praised and worshiped without a name. He entered the court without following. He went to the palace with swords and shoes. When the news came out, the world was shocked.

Xiangyang Academy, Song Zhong, Fu Xun, Wang Can and other famous people all cursed and accused Cao Cao of being treasonous and disobedient. What's more, Wang Mang and Dong Zhuo collectively petitioned for orders to send troops to the north to attack the rebels.

Liu Qi paid no attention to these arrogant fanatics. Many of them surrendered when Cao Cao took control of Jingzhou, and later even advised him to become the king of Wei.

Although Liu Qi, Zhuge Liang and others were worried about the court, they were more concerned about the purpose of Cao Cao's move.

In the past two years, Cao Cao suffered repeated defeats. Although he regained Guanzhong, it was not enough to boost morale, and his prestige was not as good as in previous years. Ordinarily, he should not do such a thing at this time, which would be reviled by the world.

There are essential differences between dukes, kings and marquises. This is a true state within a state, almost the same as the emperor. It can appoint officials and subordinates within the territory and form its own power.

This means that those civil and military officials who were loyal to the Cao family were no longer Han ministers, but Wei ministers. The subordinates and troops all changed their surnames to Wei, and the court became a real empty frame.

After everyone sat facing each other for a long time, Liu Qi broke the silence and asked: "Cao Cao is a powerful man in the world. He did such a treacherous and unethical thing at the cusp of the storm. Could it be that he knew that he was destined to die soon?"

Xu Shu nodded and said, "Thief Cao is indeed preparing for his funeral. The expedition to the north of Xianbei is just a bluff."

Pang Tong sneered and said: "What Yuan Zhi said makes sense. Cao Cao has been seriously ill for a long time. If we don't make preparations in advance, once he dies unfortunately, there will be great chaos in the territory."

Zhuge Liang withdrew his stunned gaze, shook his feather fan, and sighed with emotion: "Cao Cao's disobedience is clearly revealed. Unless this thief is eliminated, the Han Dynasty will not be able to prosper."

There has been endless discussion in later generations about whether Cao Cao had the intention to become emperor, but judging from his move to become King of Wei, at least he was unwilling to hand over power and still wanted to control the court.

If there is no feudal state, once Cao Cao dies, Cao Pi can only inherit the title of marquis, and other official positions and military power will be returned to the court, just like the civil strife in the Xiliang army after Dong Zhuo's death.

However, with a feudal state, it has its own system. As long as a heir is designated, the foundation can be passed on. Sun Quan later surrendered to Wei and was granted the title of King of Wu, which was the path he took.

However, if one sits in the center and controls power, while the other seeks asylum as a vassal king, the endings are quite different.

Liu Qi sighed: "The traitor Cao has usurped power, and the world will be shaken. There will be chaos in the court. I am worried that those loyal and good Han people will be harmed again."

In fact, when the news came that Cao Cao had ascended the throne, the first thing Liu Qi thought of was Xun Yu.

The man who committed suicide because of an empty food box must have felt so desolate and desperate in his heart, and it will make future generations sigh with regret.

Zhuge Liang sighed: "Cao's thieves moved their capital to Yecheng. We are helpless. What can we do?"

Liu Qi said: "If I try to rescue one person, do the three of you have a good idea?"

"Who?" The three of them looked at Liu Qi at the same time. This move was completely beyond their expectations.

Liu Qi said slowly: "Xun Yu, Xun Wenruo!"

The expressions of the three people changed drastically and they looked at Liu Qi in surprise. Isn't this just a dream?

"Difficult!" Zhuge Liang was stunned for a moment, then shook his feather fan and closed his eyes.

"Will Xun Yu be killed?" Xu Shu took a breath and frowned: "Is this possible?"

"Impossible!" Pang Tong took a sip of wine, "Xun Yu is a subordinate of Cao Cao, comparable to Zhang Liang and Xiao He. How can he save him with words?"

Liu Qi said: "If there is one person among Cao Cao's confidants who is loyal to the imperial court and loyal to the Han Dynasty, this person is Xun Wenruo."

Zhuge Liang let out a long sigh and said slowly: "Liang has heard of Xun Lingjun for a long time. He has a heart for the Han Dynasty. Now that Cao Cao's thief has taken over, Xun Yu will definitely dissuade him. The monarch and his ministers will naturally have their own suspicions. Cao Cao is suspicious by nature and would rather betray the people of the world.

If I have such suspicion, I am afraid that Duke Xun’s death will not be long.”

Liu Qi said: "Xun Yu had the talent of a king, but he died just like that. I, a great man, lost a beam. Isn't it a pity?"

Zhuge Liang shook his head and smiled bitterly: "But I'm afraid that because of his upright nature, he will die to clarify his ambition, so my advice will be useless."

Liu Qi said, "Xun Yu was devoted to planning for the Han Dynasty. Now that he has seen Cao's thief's ambition, he will regret it. I will give him a chance to make a difference. I invite him to work together to help the court and re-establish the Han Dynasty to fulfill his ambition."

Isn’t it beautiful?”

Zhuge Liang sat up straight, thought for a moment, and then shook his head and said: "It's hard to move his heart with just a few words. Send someone to persuade him. Cao Cao's thieves will be watching in secret. It's hard for a young man to express his sincerity. A noble man may never come back."

"I want to go there in person?" Liu Qi looked at Zhuge Liang, "How sincere is this?"

"Absolutely not!"

"Absolutely not!"

"General, respect yourself!"

The three of them stood up at the same time and surrounded Liu Qi to deny it three times.

"Everyone, please sit down! I'm just discussing this matter." Liu Qi didn't expect their reaction to be so big.

Zhuge Liang sighed: "The general cares about the Han Dynasty, and we all know his love for talents, but if he abandons the Han Dynasty because of one person and ignores the safety of the Han Dynasty, it is foolish to think it is not a wise move."

Xu Shu advised: "General, please don't forget what happened to Sun Ce. Now the foundation has been decided, and the great cause has not been completed, so you must not take any risks."

Pang Tong also hummed slightly and said: "Although Xun Yu has great talent, it is insignificant compared to the great cause of revitalizing the Han Dynasty. He helped Cao Cao do bad things. Kong Ming's talent is ten times better than his, so why should he sacrifice the near and seek the far away?"

Liu Qi said: "Don't I know these three talents? It's just a pity that such a loyal person was killed. If there is a chance of survival, we should try our best to save him. If Duke Xun is rescued from the quagmire, the confidence of the people with lofty ideals in Han Dynasty will be restored."

With the increase in the number, Cao Cao's traitor has been defeated and his reputation is ruined, and the hearts of the people in the world are waxing and waning. Kong Ming can also lead the troops with peace of mind, and no longer has to be constrained by matters in the rear. I will send troops in three directions to pacify the Central Plains as soon as possible, and rescue King Qin will be just around the corner."

The three of them still shook their heads in unison, and Liu Qi's confidence was also frustrated. The difficulty of executing something that was denied by the three major think tanks was tantamount to seeking death.

Just when he was feeling regretful, Shi A sent a secret report. Cao Cao sent troops to the north. Xun Yu said that he was ill and did not accompany him, so he resigned and went home to recuperate. He had already left Yecheng.

Liu Qi suddenly felt hopeful and asked again: "The traitor Cao has gone to Youzhou. If Xun Yu crosses the river and goes south, is there any chance to rescue him?"

Zhuge Liang thought for a moment and asked, "General, really want to rescue this person?"

Liu Qi nodded and said: "This matter is of great benefit to me both publicly and privately, and it is urgent and cannot be delayed."

Xu Shu saw that Zhuge Liang had had thoughts and hurriedly advised him: "Kong Ming, you are always cautious in doing things. You must make a decision before acting. You must not take risks."

Pang Tong looked sideways at Zhuge Liang: "If something goes wrong, can you, Wolong, bear the consequences?"

Liu Qi said: "Don't worry, I will never take the risk of going deep into the enemy's territory. I will only go to support them to show my sincerity. The terrain of Funiu Mountain is complex, and if used properly, there is a lot to be done."

Zhuge Liang sat for a while, then stood up and walked to the table, took out three copper coins and threw them down. He did not move for a long time.

Pang Tong said impatiently: "This is a national matter. If An Neng can use your Taoist skills, what will happen to him?"

"Good or bad luck is unpredictable!" Zhuge Liang turned around, his eyes flashing, and said slowly: "But there is a glimmer of hope, maybe we can give it a try!"

"Crazy!" Pang Tong stood up, his nostrils turned up in anger, "Do you know the consequences?"
Chapter completed!