Crossing the Battle of the Three Kingdoms

Cai Mao replied respectfully: "I have seen the state shepherd, but there is indeed something important, but this matter is of great importance, so it must not be spread."

"Huh?" What the hell is Cai Mao doing? What's his important business? Liu Biao waved his servants back in doubt, went to his seat and sat down.

After the servants left and closed the door, Liu Biao couldn't wait to ask, "Sit down and talk, what's the matter?"

Cai Hao walked towards the position and said, "Is the state shepherd satisfied with today's performance?"

Liu Biao frowned, and said in dissatisfaction, "Is this why you came here?"

Cai Mao replied: "It can be said to be yes, or it can be said to be no. Weijiang gave up his military power for one thing, and that is to keep the people he wants to protect. The state pastor should know who Weijiang is pointing at."

Liu Biao could easily agree to keep Cai Mao's brothers and sisters alive, but Mrs. Cai's son must be removed, otherwise there may be changes in the succession of the throne in the future.

Liu Biao thought for a moment, and said, "General Cai, in exchange for this, Benzhou Mu can guarantee the lives of your brothers and sisters, but that wild species cannot escape death."

For Mrs. Cai, Liu Cong is everything to her. Cai Mao knows it better than anyone else, and it is impossible for him to agree.

Cai Mao said solemnly, "Can't we spare his life? The state shepherd should know how important he is to my sister."

Seeing Cai Mao's expression, Liu Biao changed the subject and said, "Then Benzhou Mu asked you about who is leading your army now?"

Liu Biao's intention was very simple, he wanted to threaten Cai Mao with this matter, and agreed to send his cronies to lead the army.

As for Cai Hao, he had already discussed this with Pang Tong, and he replied with a serious face: "The state shepherd can send someone to take over, whether it will be successful or not, I don't know for sure, but I will never participate in this matter." cent."

Taking the army back into his hands is definitely not a matter of overnight, as long as Cai Mao agrees and Liu Biao is confident, he will be able to take it back one day.

"Okay." Liu Biao agreed and said, "Master Benzhou promises you that Mrs. Cai and her son will never be touched again."

Hearing this, Cai Mao knelt down and said: "Thank you, Mr. Zhou Mu, there is one more thing to report. This matter is related to the overall situation of Jingzhou."

Um?

How did Cai Mao change like this? I thought he would stop asking questions when he handed over his military power, so why did he kindly act as an admonisher?

Liu Biao said curiously, "Oh, tell me, what is it?"

Cai Mao replied: "Since the relationship with the state shepherd has never been bad, the Kuai family and other families have been seeking benefits for themselves."

Chapter 461

"It's even more swollen now, and I don't pay much attention to the orders of Lord State Shepherd. If this continues, I'm afraid they will turn the guest into the master."

Liu Biao had a deep understanding of what Cai Mao said, but he had to rely on Kuai and others for the previous needs.

At this moment Cai Mao returned the power, Liu Biao could concentrate on attacking them, but this matter was of great importance, Kuai's family represented all the aristocratic families in Jingzhou.

Liu Biao still needs to think long-term, otherwise, if something unexpected happens, it may bring unimaginable disaster to Jingzhou.

But if Cai Mao made a move, Liu Biao would have an excuse to shirk and minimize the danger.

Liu Biao glanced at Cai Mao, and said slowly, "Then, according to your opinion, what should Benzhou Mu do?"

Cai Mao said respectfully: "If Zhou Mu is at ease, he is not willing to listen to the dispatch, and he has shown his sincerity by offering a small amount of strength."

"En." Liu Biao stroked his chin, thinking about Cai Mao's words, trying to figure out his intentions.

Kuai, Cai Mao, and Liu Biao are already involved in each other. If one loses, the other will grow stronger, and the balance will also be lost.

Since he is going to take over the army, it shows that Cai Mao's strength has declined, so the Kuai family must also be weakened, so that the two can return to a relative balance.

How to weaken the aristocratic family is to invade their industry, turn the people's livelihood economy into an official family, and then slowly eat away.

After a long time, Jingzhou will naturally be in his hands slowly. Liu Biao looked at Cai Mao and said, "Okay, General Cai is indeed loyal, then tell me your opinion."

Seeing Liu Biao approaching in the direction predicted by Pang Tong, Cai Mao couldn't help feeling a little convinced, and quickly said what Pang Tong taught him.

The best way to weaken the strength of the Kuai family and other aristocratic families is to cause internal chaos within them, and then they will collapse.

Pang Tong's method is also very simple, that is, let Liu Biao win over some small families, and then train and strengthen them to fight against the big families such as the Kuai family.

Every small aristocratic family has the heart to climb up. If they get Liu Biao's protection and help, they will surely develop rapidly in a short period of time.

But they are not stupid, they will not make up their minds without seeing the benefits.

But for Liu Biao, it was very simple, all he needed was to recruit the children of those aristocratic families and let them serve under his command as a medium to express his sincerity.

After listening to Cai Mao's answer, Liu Biao also fell into deep thought. A small aristocratic family is indeed easier to control than a large aristocratic family such as the Kuai family. It is a good choice.

But Liu Biao himself couldn't participate in person, and needed a spokesperson, and his former rival, Cai Mao, was the best choice, because they guessed their heads and never thought that Cai Mao would work for Liu Biao.

Liu Biao came back to his senses and said, "Okay, I'll leave this matter to you, and the Benzhou Pastor will facilitate it behind the scenes, but all actions must be ordered first, otherwise...you understand."

Cai Mao respectfully said: "Don't worry, Zhou Mu, I didn't report everything, I just ask Zhou Mu to agree, don't go back on what you say."

Although Liu Biao didn't know whether Cai Mao was sincerely helping, one thing was certain, that is, the interception had an unexpected effect.

As for whether to keep Mrs. Cai, mother and son, Liu Biao made his own decision.

Liu Biao nodded and said, "Okay, Benzhou Mu will definitely do what you promised. You go back and start making arrangements. Once you have an idea, you can discuss it later."

Cai Mao stood up and said respectfully, "Yes, I'll go back and prepare before I finish this."

Watching Cai Mao leave, Liu Biao frowned slightly. The relationship between the enemy and the test in the past has changed rapidly today, making it difficult for him to adapt for a while.

Judging from Cai Mao's words and deeds, this matter is still credible, but generally speaking, this is a good thing, and it can solve the two hidden troubles in his heart in one fell swoop.

Since a good thing came to your door, wouldn't it be foolish not to accept it, Liu Biao thought about it, and left the room in a good mood.

Liu Biao's side was full of joy, but some people gathered together and were discussing with sad faces.

In one wing of the Kuai Mansion, the principals of several major families in Jingzhou were having a heated discussion.

"Bang bang bang."

Looking at the people who disagreed with each other, Kuai Liang patted the table lightly and said, "Everyone, no matter what the reason is for Cai Mao to hand over his military power, one thing has been settled, that is, Liu Biao's future energy will be put on us."

"So we have to come up with a countermeasure as soon as possible. There is a way to stabilize Liu Biao's heart and make him stop thinking about me."

There were originally six major families in Jingzhou, but the Huang and Pang families had no intention of becoming an official and Liu Biao, so they would not participate in these, and they were very low-key on weekdays.

The remaining Ma family and Feng family formed an alliance with the Kuai family to form the three giants of the aristocratic family. Over the years, they have also grown rapidly.

Without further ado, the Ma family, on behalf of Ma Guang, heard that Kuai Liang had a solution, so he hurriedly asked, "Brother Zirou, just say, if we are outsiders, what can we hide?"

Kuai Liang said: "Okay, let's talk straight. I'll find an opportunity tomorrow to meet Liu Biao and ask him to come to my house as a guest. I will show him my property."

"The most important point is that you can give up some of the property and let him send someone to take charge."