Reborn in the Three Kingdoms, I stole Liu Bei's uncle

The two rode side by side along the way, and the content of their conversation became increasingly close to the core.

Due to his knowledge from his previous life, Liu Yu was good at analyzing the general situation of the world, but when it came to specific operational methods, it was obvious that Guo Jia was better.

"Yuan Gonglu is quite powerful. After we return to Luoyang, how should we gradually erode Yuzhou?"

"My lord, don't worry. As we said before, if the name is not right, then the words will not flow. Although Yuan Gonglu is powerful, my lord has an advantage that he does not have, and that is righteousness."

Guo Jia's analysis was very logical. He was the uncle of the Han emperor and had a close relationship with the emperor. He was the Minister of Works and the Recorder of the Secretariat. Whether in name or in reality, he could make the world tremble with fear.

Liu Yu felt that there was some truth in what he said. In history, Cao Cao welcomed the emperor to Xuchang, used the emperor to command the disobedient, and took the political initiative, which led to the rapid development of his career.

To a certain extent, Cao Cao's victory was also the victory of the Han Dynasty. If there was no Han Dynasty to endorse Cao Cao, it would obviously not be so easy for him to stand out in the chaotic times.

Guo Jia looked up at the red sun that was about to set over the mountain with a smile on his face.

"As long as the lord is in power, no matter who it is, they will be a little wary. The reason why the two brothers of the Yuan family were able to rise quickly is because the Yuan family has a deep foundation. This is an advantage for others, but compared with the lord, he will not have any upper hand."

Liu Yu understood Guo Jia's words very well. The Yuan family had three officials in four generations, and their students and former officials were spread all over the world. With such a profound foundation, they were almost invincible in this era.

Don't forget that the biggest boss in this era is the Liu family. The Han Dynasty has gone through four hundred years and experienced countless highlights. Externally, it sealed the Wolf's Lair and engraved the Yanran Mountains. Internally, the rule of Wen and Jing, the rule of Ming and Zhang, these are deeply imprinted in the blood of the Han people.

Although the Han Dynasty is in turmoil and its sun is setting, no one can deny that in the hearts of the people, they still ardently hope that the Han Dynasty can be reborn and allow the people to live and work in peace and contentment again.

If the Yuan family's students and former officials are all over the world, then the Liu family's students and former officials are all over the world, and even the Yuan family is one of them.

"Seeing Fengxiao being so calm, he must have a good plan in mind."

"My lord, you have a keen eye." Guo Jia laughed loudly, his voice full of pride. "The Yuan family has three dukes for four generations, which is their foundation. From another perspective, it is also their shackles. The three dukes for four generations are all Han officials. The reason why the Yuan family has come to where it is today is inseparable from the kindness of the Han Dynasty to the Yuan family."

"After you return to Luoyang, you can issue a few transfer orders to transfer officials from Yingchuan, Chen, and Liang to Luoyang to serve and test Yuan Gonglu's reaction."

"If he agrees to the imperial order, you can take these three places without bloodshed. If they don't obey, you can mobilize the army and attack Yingchuan first. Then take Chen State, and finally Liang State."

"These places are close to Luoyang. If we don't seize them sooner or later, they will become disasters."

"If he dares to send troops, don't worry. He is at odds with Liu Jingsheng. The lord only needs to reward Liu Jingsheng generously. Yuan Gonglu will definitely worry that Liu Jingsheng will send troops behind his back. By then, even if he has a strong force, he will not dare to push the army to Yingchuan. At most, he will send a general to lead troops to rescue."

"With few soldiers and generals, a long journey will lead to defeat. My lord, you only need to defeat them to occupy Yingchuan."

"As for the aristocratic families in Yingchuan, you don't have to worry about them. The Xun and Chen families in Yingchuan have interests with you and will definitely support you. I am also from Yingchuan, and my family has some reputation in the local area, so I can also help."

"Feng Xiao is too modest. I have heard that the Guo family of Yangdi has a long history of family learning and profound cultural heritage."

Liu Yu secretly pondered Guo Jia's plan for a long time. Theoretically, this should be feasible, but it cannot be ruled out that Yuan Shu will stop him at all costs. If that happens, then there will be no choice but to fight.

If a battle breaks out, Liu Yu can only win. If he fails to win the first battle, the little prestige that the Han Dynasty has left among the princes may be completely lost.

If possible, Liu Yu would even be willing to exchange the jade seal for Yuan Shu. If he brought the jade seal to Yuan Shu, Liu Yu was sure that Yuan Shu would most likely give up the three places willingly.

Unfortunately, he is now the uncle of the Han emperor. This identity, like the title of three dukes for four generations in the Yuan family, is both a help and a shackle. No matter what, he cannot take the imperial seal and give it away by himself.

Thinking of this, Liu Yu felt a little overwhelmed. These political struggles were the most cruel and the most brain-burning.

Ever since the discussion with Guo Jia in Chang'an, Liu Yu knew that his ultimate opponent would be Yuan Shao. What he had to do now was to take advantage of the war between Yuan Shao and Gongsun Zan to expand his own base. As long as this policy did not change, the opportunity for him to go east and clash with Yuan Shu would arise sooner or later. Since it would definitely arise, he would not choose to escape.

"Feng Xiao is right. When we return to Luoyang tomorrow and stabilize the situation, we will move forward with these matters as soon as possible. No matter what, we must make Yuan Shu give up these places."

Seeing Liu Yu give a positive answer, Guo Jia's smile became even more intense.

As a counselor, everyone wants his or her strategies to be appreciated by the lord. Although Guo Jia is extremely intelligent, he is no exception.

Liu Yu's affirmative answer also reminded him of Yuan Shao. When he mentioned the disadvantages of Jizhou to Yuan Shao, Yuan Benchu ​​agreed readily but his expression was perfunctory and was far less sincere than Liu Bei.

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Early in the morning, just as the sky was getting light, a group of people stood in an orderly manner outside the city of Luoyang.

Liu Bei was dressed in official uniform, with a serious look and a serious attitude. Behind him, Zhang Fei and Zhao Yun were on his left and right, and after them were the officials of Luoyang City.

Zhang Fei drank until late at night yesterday, and now he was dragged by Liu Bei to the city of Luoyang at dawn, feeling a little depressed.

The sun had risen, shining on Zhang Fei's bearded face, which looked somewhat funny.

Looking at the convoy that had not shown up yet, Zhang Fei became a little anxious.

"Brother, we have been waiting for quite some time, but His Majesty and the Emperor's uncle have not arrived yet. Could the news be wrong?"

"Third brother, don't talk nonsense. The emperor's uncle has already sent someone to pass on the news, saying that the emperor will arrive in Luoyang City at 9:00 pm."

"Si Shi?" Zhang Fei's eyes widened. "Brother, the emperor will certainly accept it, but it's too early. It's still at least two hours away from Si Shi."

"The emperor has returned to Luoyang, so it is right to wait for him. If you dare to make noise again, I will beat you out with sticks."

Seeing that Liu Bei seemed really angry, Zhang Fei didn't dare to say anything. There was nothing he could do but to wait obediently at the city gate.

I don’t know how long it was, but just when Zhang Fei was drowsy, he heard Liu Bei’s joyful voice.

"coming."