Lu Bu, God of War of the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 454
When Lu Bu returned to Yanzhou, the first news he heard was not about Cao Cao, but about Liu Bei's succession as the governor of Xuzhou.It turned out that Tao Qian, governor of Xuzhou, was seriously ill. When he was critically ill, he handed over Xuzhou to Liu Bei, but unexpectedly, Tao Qian died of illness a few days later. In this way, Liu Bei, with the help of Guan and Zhang, quickly passed away. Completely mastered the situation in Xuzhou, so far, Liu Beiwen has Mi Zhu, Chen Deng, Jian Yong to help, Wu Guanyu, and Zhang Fei two generals galloping on the battlefield, it can be regarded as a transformation, from a small character who has never been in the mainstream, he has become a prince who dominates one side The only fly in the ointment is that although Tao Qian has been in charge of Xuzhou for many years and is deeply loved by the people, it is precisely because of Tao Qian's love for the people that Xuzhou's military strength is not strong, only about [-] troops. Facing Cao Cao, the reason why he was unable to fight, but Liu Bei's style was similar to Tao Qian's, and he followed the path of harmony. This also led to the fact that although Liu Bei was in charge of Xuzhou, he could not immediately expand his troops. It can develop slowly and slowly accumulate troops.And this is exactly the strategy Liu Bei uses to polish and cultivate wisdom in today's vassal disputes.

"Hmph, I didn't expect that Cao Cao and I fought to the death, and finally got the situation we have today, but Liu Bei took down Xuzhou so easily with only a hypocritical skin. It's really infuriating." As soon as he heard that Liu Bei took Xuzhou with such ease, Lu Bu became angry and turned to Chen Gong and asked, "I want to raise troops to attack Xuzhou and take Xuzhou into my pocket. I don't know what Gongtai wants?"

As soon as he heard that Lv Bu wanted to attack Xuzhou, Chen Gong stood up and stopped him: "Minggong can't, now our army has captured Sizhou and Yanzhou in a short period of time. After countless battles, the soldiers are already exhausted. In fact, our army's battle line is too long, and the situation in the direction of Wancheng is not yet clear. Now the battle with Cao Cao has just entered a stalemate. If our army is fighting Liu Bei at this time, I'm afraid that we don't need others to attack our army. You can't look at each other from head to tail."

"Hey, I also know that this is not the time to attack Xuzhou, but can't we just watch Liu Bei sit in Xuzhou and grow up gradually?" It's not that Lu Bu can't see the current situation, it's just that Lu Bu and Liu Bei fought so well Now, knowing Liu Bei's strength, allowing Liu Bei to develop in Xuzhou is a threat to Lu Bu, and how can he allow others to sleep peacefully on the side of the couch.

"Liu Beixin won Xuzhou, and at this time he must be eager to get the recognition of the court. Although the post of governor of Xuzhou was given up by Tao Qian, without the recognition of the court, the reputation must be injustice, and this is exactly what Duke Ming can take advantage of. Seeing that Liu Bei still refused to let Liu Bei go easily, Chen Gong said after thinking for a while.

"Hmph, Liu Bei wants to be the governor of Xuzhou, but I can't make him do it." Lu Bu said in a deep voice after a while.It must be that as long as Liu Bei cannot get the position of governor of Xuzhou, it will be a kind of regret for Liu Bei. Liu Bei's position in Xuzhou cannot be fully consolidated, and the official position of the imperial court is still very important in the local area.

"Ming Gong, why don't you come up with a plan to drive away tigers and wolves, designate Liu Bei as the governor of Yuzhou, and let him send troops to attack Yuan Shu, and also declare Tao Qian's son as the governor of Xuzhou. As long as Tao Qian's son becomes the governor of Xuzhou, then Tao Qian The officials who stayed to help Liu Bei would swing between Liu Bei and Tao Qian's son. The two must have different interests. Liu Bei has no way not to accept it." Chen Gong's strategy can be said to kill two birds with one stone, Liu Bei won Tao Qian's appreciation for his kindness, and with the power and influence in Xuzhou, naturally he would not easily give up his good fortune in growing up in troubled times. Therefore, Chen Gong designed Liu Bei to be the governor of Yuzhou and asked Liu Bei to lead troops to attack Yuan Shu. Naturally, Liu Bei could not refuse, and let Tao Qian's son inherit Tao Qian's seat , This is also a legitimate thing, Liu Bei naturally cannot refuse, but for those old subordinates of Tao Qian, it is a different feeling, let's help Liu Bei with all his strength, how to face Tao Qian's son, Tao Qian's son must be, He is the legitimate successor of Tao Qian's career, but they are looking towards Tao Qian's son, and these people understand that Tao Qian's son is difficult to become grand, but no matter what, even if these people decide to be like Liu Bei after thinking about it, but they Nor will Liu Bei be allowed to ignore Tao Qian's son, and this undoubtedly planted a seed of division among Liu Bei's forces.

"Hmph, what does the imperial court mean? Tao Qian has already given up Xuzhou to his elder brother, who is the master of Xuzhou. Why did the imperial court let Tao Qian's worthless son be the governor of Xuzhou?" After receiving the imperial edict, Zhang Fei jumped up first and roared loudly.But when Zhang Fei roared, Jian Yong, Chen Deng and the others frowned involuntarily. They obviously disagreed with Zhang Fei's words, but everyone knew Zhang Fei's temper, but they didn't stand up. Say what.

"Third brother, don't talk nonsense. Mr. Tao Qian is ill. His career should naturally be inherited by his son. This is understandable. The reason why I agreed to Tao Qian's governor to stay in Xuzhou is also to assist the eldest son. "Liu Bei's city is much deeper than Zhang Fei's. At this time, he knew that there would be no benefit in arguing, so he changed the subject again.

Hearing Liu Bei's words, Jian Yong, who had frowned because of Zhang Fei's words just now, Chen Deng and others looked at Liu Bei with brilliance for a moment, obviously moved by Liu Bei's words.

"Well, I think this must be Lu Bu's scheme." Guan Yu who was standing beside him said calmly with his long beard.

"That's right, Lu Bu wanted Duke Ming to send troops to attack Yuan Shu, so Lu Bu knew that Yuzhou was Yuan Shu's territory, but he asked Duke Ming to send troops to attack Yuzhou. There are many generals, and Lu Bu's actions are undoubtedly pushing Duke Ming into the pit of fire." Mi Zhu also said at this time.

"Hey, even so, it's still hard for me to decide whether I should send troops. Let's retreat first, and discuss later." Liu Bei sighed at this time, and waved everyone to retreat.Now that Liu Bei controls Xuzhou, the ambition in his heart is about to unfold, but he did not expect that such a thing will happen. Liu Bei is not afraid of fighting Yuan Shu. Now that his strength has increased greatly, even if he can't defeat Yuan Shu, he can still protect himself. The problem is that Xuzhou has just acquired, and Liu Bei has not had time to make a good plan. After all, the time is too short. If there is one year, Liu Bei Confident in building Xuzhou into an impregnable wall, but he obviously didn't have the time, so Liu Bei also hesitated to send troops to deal with Yuan Shu.

"Mister, I think your complexion is not good. I will prepare a little wine at home, and I will trouble you to go and taste it." Seeing the crowd recede, Mi Zhu leaned in front of Liu Bei and said after bowing slightly.At this time, Liu Bei had been appointed as the governor of Yuzhou by the imperial court, so Mi Zhu's title was also changed, calling Liu Bei the envoy.

"Oh, I wonder if there is any happy event in Mr. Mi Zhu's residence?" Seeing that Mi Zhu took the initiative to invite him to the banquet, Liu Bei said after a little hesitation.

"Hehe, I'm hosting a banquet at home, especially to relieve you from your worries, and please show me your face." Mi Zhu said with a chuckle and mysteriously.

"So, Bei will definitely come to bother you." Although he didn't understand Mi Zhu's intentions, seeing Mi Zhu's look of thinking for himself, Liu Bei nodded in agreement.

When Liu Bei brought Guan Yu and Zhang Fei to Mi Zhu's mansion, Mi Zhu's mansion was already brightly lit and festive. Shang Mi Zhu is good at drilling business, so he is also a big family in Xuzhou. More importantly, Mi Zhu is not only good at drilling business, he is also good at communication, has a wide network of contacts, and is an official.At this time Liu Bei came, so naturally he couldn't shudder.

"Hehe, I just heard that Mi Zhu's family has a lot of money, but I didn't expect it to be so rich." As soon as he walked into Mi Zhu's mansion, Zhang Fei, who had the best family among Liu Guan and Zhang, sighed first. As for Liu Bei Hearing Zhang Fei's exclamation, Guan Yu only smiled slightly.

"Master Shijun's visit really makes the humble house flourish." As soon as Liu Guanzhang arrived, Mi Zhu had already led a group of people to welcome him out, and at a glance, Chen Deng and Jian Yong were among them, beside Chen Deng Although he was still supporting an old man with white hair.

"Hehe, it's great that you are all here." Seeing that everyone was here, Liu Bei couldn't help being taken aback, but he immediately signaled to everyone, then turned around and looked at the old man supported by Chen Deng and asked, "Could it be that you are Chen Deng?" Deng's father, Mr. Chen Gui?"

"Hehe, this old man is Chen Gui. I am grateful for your kindness." Seeing that Liu Bei could guess his origin, Chen Gui brows happily, and hastily greeted Liu Bei with a smile.

Liu Bei had long heard that Chen Deng's father, Chen Gui, was a resourceful man. He had long wanted to visit, but he couldn't get away. Now that Mi Zhu had invited Chen Gui, Liu Bei could just ask for advice. Amidst the laughter, they entered the hall and sat down.

"Liu Bei is encountering some difficulties now, and he is about to ask Gao Xian for advice. I can see you today, and I ask Gao Xian to give me some advice." As soon as everyone sat down, Liu Bei hurriedly cupped his hands and said to Chen Gui.

"Hehe, I have already heard about the matter here." Seeing Liu Bei's question, Chen Gui laughed, pointed to Chen Deng next to him, and said that he already knew Liu Bei's difficulties, and then continued: "Although the imperial court asked me The eldest son was the governor of Xuzhou, but he also knew that Duke Xuande was wise, so he appointed Duke Xuande as the governor of Yuzhou. He is already a well-known and well-known feudal official, so is it impossible for Duke Xuande to refuse?"

(End of this chapter)