"Ai … what a pity!"
Hearing Bai Feng's words, Cao Cao sighed again and again.
Bai Feng understood what Cao Cao was thinking.
Xun You was fine, but Cao Cao did not have deep feelings for him.
Xun Yu was different from Jia Xu and Cheng Yu. To Cao Cao, he was not only a strategist, but also a benefactor.
Unfortunately, Xun Yu's heart was for the Han Dynasty. He served the current Son of Heaven, not Cao Cao.
Since ancient times, those who walked different paths could not make plans together. How could Cao Cao not know this?
But he still needed some time to accept it.
Although Cao Cao was an ambitious and ruthless person, Cao Cao could not bear to part with Xun Yu.
Whether it was in the present or in historical records, Cao Cao was only reluctant to part with Xun Yu. Even if Xun Yu committed suicide, Cao Cao would still give him a grand funeral.
Xun Yu and Xun You could not cross this hurdle. Anyone who tried to persuade them would be futile.
Seeing Cao Cao so lonely, Bai Feng also felt that it was inappropriate to stay here.
He cupped his fist and said, "Prime Minister, this subject will take his leave first."
Cao Cao nodded, and Bai Feng left Cao Cao's study.
… …
The next day, at morning court.
Cao Cao naturally announced the dukedom. As for Emperor Xian of Han, who had already been brought back by Cao Cao from Chang 'an, he only sat on the dragon throne without saying a word.
Although he could not see Emperor Xian of Han's expression, Bai Feng could guess that it was very stiff and helpless.
If this was not the end of the Han Dynasty, but the beginning of the Han Dynasty, Emperor Xian of Han might have been a very accomplished Emperor.
Unfortunately, he was born at the wrong time.
Emperor Xian of Han ascended the throne at the age of nine. Ever since then, the Han Dynasty's political power had been completely divided up.
In this era, Emperor Xian of Han dared to write edicts and send people to assassinate Cao Cao many times.
From this, it could be seen that Emperor Xian of Han had not given up.
But now, there was nothing he could do.
He didn't have any ministers or guards that he could use. The people around him were all Cao Cao's people. He had become a puppet emperor from head to toe.
Although Cao Cao sat on the dragon throne and was called His Majesty by others, all his subjects and soldiers belonged to Cao Cao.
It was sad and lamentable.
Bai Feng looked to the side and saw two familiar figures.
Xun Yu and Xun You actually came to the imperial court?
Bai Feng was quite surprised.
Now that they knew that Cao Cao was a Duke, the two of them were naturally disheartened. Why would they still come to court?
Cao Cao calling himself a Duke was just a gimmick. In fact, it was almost the same as calling himself a King. How could the Xun uncle and nephew not be stupid?
Cao Cao said in a low voice in the main hall.
"Today, I have been conferred the title of nobility and conferred the title of the country. Originally, I should have conferred the title of Ministers."
"But right now, there's an urgent report from Jing Province."
"Zhou Yu pretended to withdraw his troops, but in fact, he was conserving his strength. Now, he's about to attack Jing Province. What do you think?"
As soon as he finished speaking, Xun You and Xun Yu stood out from the crowd of ministers.
"Reporting to the Prime Minister, this subject's physical strength is indeed somewhat lacking. I ask the Prime Minister to allow us to take our leave."
Xun Yu's voice was a little weak.
Bai Feng shook his head helplessly.
It seemed that the Xun uncle and nephew didn't intend to give advice to Cao Cao anymore. In the end, they still couldn't figure it out.
Cao Cao frowned slightly and said,
"Wenruo, Gongda, your health is more important. You two go back and rest. Don't tire yourself out."
Although Cao Cao knew what the two of them were thinking, he didn't intend to kill them.
Right now, they should be given some time to think about it.
Since they couldn't figure it out now, let them think about it carefully.
Seeing that Cao Cao agreed so readily, the two of them staggered out of the main hall.
Then, a member of the nobility stood out and said in a low voice,
"Prime Minister, in my opinion, we must protect Jing Province!"
"Jing Province is an important military area. We can't lose it."
Jia Xu stood up and said calmly, "That's right.
"I think that Jing Province is surrounded by enemies. Now, even Liu Bei and Sun Quan are coveting this place."
"Compared to Jing Province, it's better to pacify Xiliang. Xiliang has always been a big problem. Previously, they even attacked Xuchang. If we don't get rid of them, they'll be trouble in the future."
"As for Jing Province, let Liu Bei and Sun Quan fight for it. Maybe because of this, the snipe and the clam will fight, and we'll be the fisherman who benefits."
Hearing Jia Xu's words, the ministers immediately agreed.
"That's right. The Xiliang Army came to besiege Xuchang. Their intentions are terrible."
"The Xiliang Army is very close to Ye City of Xuchang. If they attack, I'm afraid the previous situation will happen again."
"…"
Cao Cao didn't say anything.
Then, Sima Yi walked out and said calmly,
"I think that Lord Wen He is right. Jing Province has thirty-six counties. It won't be easy for Zhou Yu to take them down. Even if he attacks quickly, it will take at least half a year."
"In addition, Liu Bei might also fight for Jing Province. I think we should pacify Xiliang first."
Cheng Yu, who had been silent all this time, stood out and said softly,
"Although you're right, pacifying Xiliang isn't something that can be done in the blink of an eye."
"The Xiliang Army has lived in the desolate land of Xiliang for many years and is very familiar with it. If we want to pacify Xiliang, it will take at least half a year."
"If Zhou Yu and Liu Bei join forces again and use Jing Province to directly invade our territory, what will happen?"
In an instant, the ministers and generals stood on different sides, arguing over whether they should protect Jing Province or pacify Xiliang.
On the other hand, Bai Feng frowned and did not say a word.
In Bai Feng's view, everyone was mainly saying that Zhou Yu's army wanted to take over Jing Province and that Liu Bei didn't have the strength to fight back.
But Jing Province wasn't a place that could be pacified just by conquering all of it.
Most of the people in Jing Province were loyal to the Han Dynasty, and Liu Bei's surname was Liu!
No matter how many soldiers Sun Quan had, he was still a person with a different surname. Even if he took over all thirty-six counties, he wouldn't be able to win the hearts of the people.
But Liu Bei could easily obtain them!
"Alright, I understand what everyone is saying. Let's listen first."
Cao Cao felt that it was too noisy and couldn't help but shout, silencing the Ministers.
Then, Cao Cao turned to Bai Feng and said calmly,
"Mr Bai, why are you so quiet today? What do you think about this? "
"Prime Minister, everyone's discussion about Jing Province is indeed good, but they've all overlooked something."
Bai Feng said calmly.
Cao Cao's interest was immediately piqued.
"Oh? Let's hear it. "
Bai Feng stood with his hands behind his back.
"This subject believes that Zhou Yu will not be able to defeat Liu Bei in this battle."
The landowning households below immediately burst into an uproar.
"What? That Liu Bei only has tens of thousands of soldiers? How can he compare to Zhou Yu's massive army? "
"At most, Liu Bei can hold Zhou Yu back for a while. How can he defeat Zhou Yu?"
"Compared to Liu Bei, Zhou Yu is the real problem!"
"Isn't Mr Bai being too arbitrary?"
… …
Looking at the noisy nobles, Bai Feng sneered coldly and said,
"Have you all forgotten? Liu Bei still has a great weapon. "
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