At this point, it was finally time for the vassals to meet. The Governor of the East County, Qiao Mao, had ordered his men to slaughter the cows and horses and invited all the vassals to discuss the military strategy.
Originally, Yang Rui had to rely on his identity as the Right Commandant to search for the Dragon Soul. However, he was stopped at the entrance of the tent. He was told that only the various vassals could enter the tent to discuss matters. Everyone else was to leave!
This was in line with Yang Rui's original intention. If Trace Dragon Soul was present, he might know about the relationship between Yang Rui and the vassals. Moreover, Yang Rui's identity as the Governor of the Qing Province was not known by the players yet. Yang Rui wanted to keep it a secret for now.
"Heroes, please accept Qiao Mao's bow!"
After everyone had gathered and sat down, Qiao Mao was the first to stand up.
"Yuanwei, why are you doing this?"
"Yuanwei, you can't do this …"
“.....”
Seeing that Qiao Mao, who was the first to propose the military, was about to bow, the other vassals stood up to stop him. However, it was too late.
"This is how it should be! Dong Zhuo was ruthless, cruel, and evil! Today, all the vassals have gathered their troops and vowed to clear China, eliminate the evildoers, cleanse the country, and vent public anger. This is to support the royal family and save the people. I, Qiao Mao, am very touched. Thank you all in advance … "
Their actions could not stop Qiao Mao. After that, Qiao Mao encouraged them with a few words of righteousness. The other vassals were shocked and reprimanded Dong Zhuo.
"Today, in the name of righteousness, we must appoint a leader. Everyone, listen to the rules and march …"
After the vassals reprimanded Dong Zhuo, the Governor of Hanoi, Wang Kuang, suggested. Finally, it was time to elect a new Alliance Leader!
"Bohai Governor, Yuan Benchu, is a descendant of a famous minister of the Han Dynasty. He can be the leader." Shanyang Governor, Yuan Yi, was the first to suggest.
Originally, after Yang Rui reached an agreement with Trace Dragon Soul and the others, Yang Rui decided to join forces with them. He then went to Taishan Prefecture's Governor Ding Yuan, Northern Ji Prime Minister Bao Xin, and Eastern Prefecture's Governor Qiao Mao's tents. While visiting them, he also expressed his willingness to take on the role of Alliance Leader. Ding Yuan and Bao Xin expressed their support, and Qiao Mao also tacitly agreed.
Ding Yuan was once indebted to Yang Rui. Some time ago, not long after he and Yang Rui withdrew from the administrative region and took up the post of governor of Mount Tai, the news of Yang Rui pledging allegiance to Dong Zhuo had already spread. Ding Yuan knew that if it wasn't for Yang Rui pulling him away, he wouldn't have been able to escape. It was very likely that it would be very dangerous! Therefore, Ding Yuan fully supported Yang Rui.
Jibei Prime Minister Bao Xin was originally acquainted with Yang Rui, and they were both from Shandong. His subordinate Jiang Yujin was also familiar with Yang Rui, so the relationship between the two sides was quite harmonious. In fact, on another level, Bao Xin had tried to persuade Yuan Shao to attack Dong Zhuo before he had a firm footing, but he was rejected. Bao Xin was quite dissatisfied with this matter, and it was also reflected in his words. Moreover, Yang Rui's military strength was very strong, so Bao Xin was also willing to support Yang Rui.
After Yang Rui visited the three of them, he even went to Yan Province's Provincial Governor Liu Dai's tent to have a chat. Yang Rui, of course, would not directly talk to this Yan Province's Provincial Governor, who he had heard of for a long time but had never met before. He only came to see Liu Dai to improve their relationship.
Yang Rui originally wanted to visit Cao Cao's tent, as the two of them had interacted quite a bit before. However, Cao Cao himself was also very strong, and might even covet the position of Alliance Head. Moreover, his relationship with Yuan Shao was closer than his own, so Yang Rui did not make the trip in the end.
As for the other Vassals, they either had a close relationship with Yuan Shao, or they also had hopes of becoming Alliance Head, so Yang Rui did not continue to interact with them.
Originally, Yang Rui's group had the highest military strength, and with the help of a few others, it was possible to become Alliance Head. However, Yang Rui did not expect that Shanyang's Governor Yuan Yi had already recommended Yuan Shao before the few people that Yang Rui had invited said anything.
The other Vassals, including Yang Rui, did not know that Yuan Shao was already determined to become Alliance Head. Previously, in terms of initial military strength, Yuan Shao had already made some moves, borrowing a portion of Yuan Yi's troops to his own subordinates, so that he had the advantage from the start. Yuan Yi was Yuan Shao's cousin. Naturally, he was happy to see Yuan Shao's plan succeed, so he actively cooperated with Yuan Shao.
In addition, Yuan Shao had made an agreement with Wang Kuang, Yuan Yi, and the others in advance that they would strongly recommend him to be the Alliance Leader during the meeting. In the end, Yuan Shao accepted the position with some reluctance. None of the other Vassals would say anything about it! Of course, this was all part of the background …
"Although I have some experience in leading troops, leading an alliance of Eighteen Vassals is an important matter. Why don't you all consider it carefully before making a decision …" As expected, Yuan Shao followed his original plan and modestly declined the position.
When Yuan Shu, who was sitting on the other side, heard Yuan Shao's words, he could not help but curl his lips and smile. He and Yuan Shao originally had a grudge, but now, he could only sneer at Yuan Shao's self-awareness. From Yuan Shu's point of view, the title of Fourth Generation Three Dukes should be used by him, a direct descendant. How could a mere bastard like Yuan Shao bear it!
Yuan Shao was prepared for the position of Alliance Head, but Yuan Shu was also prepared. He had already contacted Yuzhou Provincial Governor Kong Lian and Jizhou Provincial Governor Han Fu in advance to support him. Now that Yuan Shao had declined, it was a good opportunity.
"Kong Lian has also come to recommend a person. Yuan Gonglu is a great talent of the present age, and also one of the Fourth Generation Three Dukes of the Yuan Family. He should be able to bear the great responsibility of Alliance Head!" At this time, Yuzhou Provincial Governor Kong Lian took the opportunity to speak up.
"Wen Jie also agrees with Gong Xu's decision …" Jizhou Provincial Governor Han Fu followed closely behind.
With these two people stepping forward to recommend him, Yuan Shu's smile became even wider. Looking at Yuan Shao's repressed expression, Yuan Shu was very happy in his heart and almost laughed out loud.
At this time, Yuan Shao was also forcefully suppressing his own emotions. He had originally thought that after Yuan Yi's suggestion and with the help of Wang Kuang and the others, the position of Alliance Head would immediately be decided. However, he did not expect that halfway through, Yuan Shu would come out and cause trouble!
Because Yuan Shao and Yuan Shu were both from the Yuan Family, the act of electing an Alliance Head seemed a bit like a struggle between the direct descendants of the Yuan Family. Therefore, the other vassals did not immediately intervene. Even Henei Provincial Governor Wang Kuang and Shangdang Provincial Governor Zhang Yang, who had been contacted by Yuan Shao in advance, did not immediately speak up.
"Since everyone has their own choice of Alliance Head candidate, Ding Yuan will also recommend someone."
Both sides of the Yuan Family did not continue to speak. Taking advantage of this break, Ding Yuan stood up to recommend an Alliance Head. Moreover, his following words made Er Yuan more and more shocked.
"Ding Yuan thinks that Qing Province Governor, Left Field Officer Blazing Sun can take the position of Alliance Head!
Everyone should have heard that since the Yellow Turban Rebellion, Blazing Sun has experienced countless battles, both large and small. During the Yellow Turban Rebellion, he has established more than five million merits. First, he has the merit of pacifying Yan Province's Yellow Turban Rebellion, then he has the merit of stabilizing Qing Province's Yellow Turban Rebellion. I'm afraid there is no one who can surpass him in battle achievements.
During the Ten Attendants' Rebellion, the palace was plunged into chaos. Blazing Sun, as a field officer, saved the country from collapse. He was the first to discover the location of the Emperor's residence and guarded it from beginning to end until the Emperor safely returned to the palace! During this time, General Blazing Sun killed the old thief Dong Zhuo's arrogant subordinates. He ordered the old thief to retreat several times without reason and also ordered the old thief to stay away from the Emperor. Only then was the Emperor safe and sound. Governor Qiao Mao was present at this. I can testify!
Even after entering the Imperial City, Field Officer Blazing Sun actively made plans to contact Ding Yuan and Governor Qiao Mao. When everyone was leaving Luoyang, he still dealt with that traitor Dong Zhuo for several days before retreating, creating an enormous deterrent effect. Dare I ask, who among you can compare?
Not to mention that Blazing Sun is the Overseer of a province and that none of you can compare to him, just in terms of military strength, none of you can compare to Blazing Sun. Am I right? Thus, I hope that everyone will consider this seriously and elect Overseer Blazing Sun as the Alliance Head to defeat Dong Daye! "
Ding Yuan's words left not only Yuan Shao and Yuan Shu dumbstruck. Even Yang Rui himself felt a little ashamed. He was not mentally prepared for Ding Yuaneng to say such a thing. How strong was their relationship to be able to make such a gesture? Such a gesture would probably offend all the feudal lords present if it was not done properly!
While Yang Rui blushed with shame, he could not help but sigh inwardly. Back then, he had not saved Ding Yuan for nothing. From the looks of it, it was extremely worth it.
Actually, Yang Rui did not know that Ding Yuan was already aware of his situation back in Luoyang. These words were to repay Yang Rui. Although there were some exaggerations in his words, most of them were Ding Yuan's true thoughts …
"Bao Xin blushed with shame. Overseer Blazing Sun's actions are indeed worthy of the position of Alliance Head!" Bao Xin said at this moment. Although it was simple, it added a lot of points to Yang Rui.
However, after Bao Xin's words, no one said anything else. The entire place fell into a strange silence. No one could have imagined that the meeting would end up like this! This included Yang Rui as well!
After the silence lasted for a short while, the Governor of the East County, Qiao Mao, had no choice but to speak up.
"Everyone's recommendations are all good candidates for the position of Alliance Head. In fact, everyone present here is an unparalleled talent who has the ability to shoulder the heavy responsibility of Dong Daqi!
However, we only need one Alliance Leader. Thus, Qiao Mao pleads for everyone to consider the bigger picture. No matter who is chosen as the Alliance Leader in the end, everyone else must maintain the Alliance Leader's authority and obey his orders!
Why don't we all write down the names of the candidates we want to nominate on a piece of paper and let Qiao Mao do the counting. Whoever gets the most votes in the end will be the leader of the alliance. What do you all think? "
After Qiao Mao's mediation, everyone present felt that his words were reasonable and acted according to the rules. Qiao Mao ordered a group of maids to help the various vassals with writing brushes and ink. After everyone finished writing and folded the papers, the maids gathered the papers and handed them over to Qiao Mao.
Qiao Mao's idea was not bad. It was equivalent to a secret ballot. No one would know who was chosen as the Alliance Head. They only needed to count the votes.
Although the idea was good, there was still a problem in the end! Qiao Mao's counting of the votes went smoothly at first. However, as he reached the last few votes, his face became gloomier and gloomier. When all the "votes" were counted, Qiao Mao's face turned into a bitter gourd.
"What should we do …"
Soon, everyone knew the reason for Qiao Mao's dilemma. According to Qiao Mao's final count, five people supported Yuan Shao, five supported Yang Rui, four supported Yuan Shu, and the remaining four did not fill in the blank or drew a circle!
"Hahahaha! Hahaha … "
While Qiao Mao was puzzled, he heard Cao Cao suddenly laugh loudly. Everyone's gaze was focused on Cao Cao, but he was still laughing, ignoring everyone's reaction.
"Why is Meng De laughing?!"
"What's wrong with Meng De?"
“.....”
Cao Cao had been laughing for a long time. He only stopped laughing after everyone asked him about it. Then, he said, "I'm laughing at how unwise you all are. You're treating big matters like child's play. You haven't even fought with that thief Dong yet and you're already fighting among yourselves. You can't even solve such a small matter. What's the point of talking about catching the thief? In my opinion, why don't we all go our separate ways? Find a remote place, marry two village girls as concubines, and live out the rest of our lives! Hahahaha …. "
"Meng De!"
Qiao Mao shouted Cao Cao's name. He was already a little angry, but then he threw the problem to Cao Cao. "We are unwise. Meng De is a great talent. Why don't Meng De come up with a solution … Hmph …."
Hearing Qiao Mao's words, Cao Cao stopped laughing. He rolled his eyes, got up, and went straight to Yang Rui's seat. After whispering to Yang Rui for a while, he went to Yuan Shao's seat and whispered to the latter.
After a short while, Cao Cao turned around and faced the other vassals with a confident look.
"Since there are so many heroes here, why don't we have a leader and a deputy leader to assist him? Moreover, Yuan Gonglu and Blazing Sun have already reached an agreement. Yuan Gonglu will be the leader and Blazing Sun will be the deputy leader to supervise and assist him. What do you think?"
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