When the news of Cao Cao's death first reached Xu County, the whole city was filled with sadness, and Liu Xie was no exception. He even cried the most sorrowfully and truly in front of the civil and military officials of the court.

But Liu Xie's behavior was just a show for others to see. The real situation was that after the dynasty dispersed, Liu Xie was alone in his bedroom, drinking and drinking, feeling very unhappy.

There was no one else around, not even the little Huangmen serving him, let alone those palace maids and concubines.

In the entire Xu County Palace, Liu Xie really felt that there was no one he could trust, even if it was the so-called bribe, he did not dare to have any sincerity towards him.

Since you can be bribed by yourself, wouldn't it be natural to transfer it to other people's accounts for more money? This kind of people are naturally unfaithful because of their uncertain hearts. They can't rely on anything that can last for a while!

As for the concubines and maids in the harem, Liu Xie seemed to be spies planted by his family named Cao, not to mention that his own queen was the biological daughter of the thief Cao.

When the news came that the traitor Cao Cao was dead, Liu Xie wanted to show his grief in front of others, and his heart was filled with grief because the loss of a pillar of his country was a great loss.

Even though he was so happy that he wanted to hold a banquet to celebrate on the spot, Liu Xie did not dare to show the slightest bit of such emotions in front of others. Instead, he could only suppress his inner feelings and drink alone to express his mood.

Liu Xie knew in his heart that some people must know that they are happy in their hearts, but as long as they are not exposed openly and do not give those people a reason to talk about it, this matter will not be implemented. Even everyone already knows it, but it can be put aside.

Nothing matters until it’s done on the table!

Even if he guessed it, it wouldn't matter. There was no one around him, and all the chamberlains and maids had been driven away. In this way, if the Cao family could spy on what he was doing now, then Liu Xie thought

It would be better for him to resign from the throne as soon as possible, and he would have half a chance to fight with others.

However, just when Liu Xie was immersed in the dream that the traitor Cao was dead and that he might regain the power of the emperor, the news about Cao Pi was like a handful of cold water pouring down from his head. It was really heart-breaking.

My heart is so cool!

Whether he was cheering or ecstatic, when Cao Pi took over the title of King of Wei on his own and came towards Xu Du with a civil and military aura, all that was left in Liu Xie's heart was fear and worry.

It was the most disrespectful thing for Cao Pi to disrespect the emperor and crown him the throne on his own. However, Liu Xie just muttered this in his heart and could not complain to others.

He knew very well that since Cao Cao was the traitor, it was almost impossible for anyone to respect him, the emperor of the Han Dynasty, let alone Cao Pi, the successor who was qualified to inherit Cao Cao's great cause.

However, under Cao Cao, even when he was promoted to the Duke of Wei or the King of Wei, he still had to ask for instructions from him, the emperor of the Han Dynasty. At least on the surface, it was not ambiguous at all, although Liu Xie could not do anything substantial.

Sexual changes, but Cao Cao's intention actually made Liu Xie very satisfied.

This has nothing to do with his identity as a Cao thief, it is just Liu Xie's self-comfort, gratification that the Han court still has a glimmer of majesty to the emperor of the Han Dynasty...

But Cao Cao's era has passed. The current King of Wei is Cao Pi, the cunning and tiger-like Cao Ziheng in Liu Xie's eyes!

Now this guy is not even willing to do the most basic superficial things. He just sits on the throne of King Wei openly and openly, without even needing the consent of the Emperor of Han, let alone asking for any opinions.

With this kind of performance, even if Liu Xie couldn't see clearly how big Cao Pi's ambition was, it would be impossible for him to persist in Cao Cao's hands for such a long time and still be willing to resist.

If Cao Cao is the King of Wen, then Cao Pi is the real King of Wu. In other words, he, the Emperor of the Han Dynasty, has become Emperor Xin!

Liu Xie used to wonder why Cao Cao didn't follow the trend and directly push himself from the position of emperor, and instead changed his name from King Wei to Emperor of Wei.

At that time, Liu Xie even thought that maybe Cao Cao still had some Han Dynasty in his heart and was concerned about the integrity of Han officials, so he didn't do that.

But when Cao Pi took over as King of Wei, Liu Xie understood everything 1

King Wen and King Wu, father and son, are very scheming. Why is there any Han Dynasty left to remember the favor of the Han court? These are all fake, all fake!

Liu Xie's last good impression towards Cao Cao disappeared at this moment and completely ceased to exist.

Perhaps deep down in his heart, Cao Cao himself did not intend to imitate King Wen. Perhaps these are just Cao Pi's own wishes, the stepping stone and cornerstone to achieve his inner ambition.

But for Liu Xie now, are these reasons still important?

There is no difference at all. Cao Pi himself is only three to five days away from Xu County. Liu Xie really can't imagine what kind of dilemma he will face when Cao Pi really arrives in Xu County!

Anyone who shows courtesy without having anything to do is either a traitor or a thief. Cao Pi brought people here in a menacing manner. You said that he suddenly had the idea of ​​​​coming to see the emperor. Just this, isn't it the same as fooling a child?

Although Liu Xie knew that his abilities were a little weak and his methods were weak, and he did not have the magnanimity of an emperor, it was indeed a pity that Cao Cao was completely in his hands.

But even this doesn't mean that Liu Xie is a brainless idiot who can't understand anything and is just waiting for disaster to happen!

Cao Pi came with evil intentions this time, and the time left for Liu Xie was running out. Three to five days seemed like a long time or a short time, but Liu Xie knew very well how he could get information from the outside world, and he basically couldn't escape.

To free them from the control of the Cao family.

These three days could also be five days. Even if Cao Pi appeared early tomorrow morning before Xu Xian appeared on his bed in the palace, Liu Xie would not be surprised...

In such an emergency, Liu Xie knew that the situation was already very bad and his situation was probably in the most dangerous situation. If Liu Xie had not yet made a firm determination to change the status quo, there would be no need for Liu Xie to be so anxious and worried.

The key is that Liu Xie still firmly believes that he is the orthodox Han Dynasty. He does not want to give up his status as emperor, nor does he want to lose the face of Liu's ancestors.

Liu Xie had read about the great achievements of his ancestors such as Emperor Gao, Emperor Wu and Emperor Guangwu in the past and was fascinated by them. He also thought that he could imitate his ancestor Guangwu and turn the Han Dynasty from crisis to glory.

There were even times when Liu Xie, in his own fantasy, had already begun to think about what word he should use to describe his achievements in life after his death.

But reality was like a ruthless and cold hammer, hitting Liu Xie hard on the face and waking him up.

The so-called illusion will eventually be shattered, but the imminent threat is already approaching. Cao Pi is not Cao Cao, and it is even less possible for him to tell him the truth about kings, kings, and ministers.

Even Liu Xie could guess that Cao Pi came here with bad intentions. Let alone what Cao Pi's own intentions were, he would not really come here to relax and relax, let alone show off his power after inheriting the throne, because

That's simply not necessary.

All the garrison troops in Xu County were under the control of the Cao family. Even the Imperial Guards who guarded the palace were Cao Cao's personal soldiers.

At first glance, it seems that he, the emperor, is getting a good treatment. After all, Cao Cao's soldiers are all elites who have fought in hundreds of battles, so they are quite safe and reliable to protect the palace.

But the problem is that the Imperial Army, which Liu Xie cannot command at all, is not considered the emperor's personal army. The general is a relative of the Cao family, and the orders of these Imperial Army are only from the Cao family. They say they are to protect the palace and protect him, the Emperor, but in fact

What's the difference between it and confinement?

Surrounded by layers of predicament, it was as if the Cao family was shadowed in all directions. Liu Xie was helpless and didn't seem to see any way out.

However, as the Emperor Liu and the co-owner of the world, he naturally could not just give up and let others control him, let alone the Han Dynasty just give it up and let Cao Pi take whatever he wanted!

Liu Xie, who was not happy for long, soon made up his mind. Even if he had to fight to the death, he would not give up.

There are still three to five days left. Although the time has been rushed, it is not without hope. Even if it is just a glimmer, it is enough to make Liu Xie not care about anything...

The dignified emperor actually secretly plotted against foreign ministers in his own palace. This would bring disgrace to the Liu family.

But the reality is that there are very few people available to Liu Xie, and his two failed attempts have led to the fact that those courtiers who were still loyal to the Han Dynasty in the civil and military circles of the Manchu Dynasty had already covered their faces and bowed their heads, daring not to say a word.

The real strong bones have been killed by Cao Cao a long time ago, and the remaining soft skins are naturally useless. Liu Xie also understands in his heart that these people are like thatch and will be blown away by the wind, but now who can he count on if he does not rely on these people?

Woolen cloth!

Once upon a time, Liu Xie also placed his hopes on his imperial uncles Liu Bei and Liu Xuande outside, but he was not unclear about the situation in the world.

Although my imperial uncle said he controlled Yizhou, Jingzhou and other places, compared with Cao Cao, he was not on the same level at all.

Liu Xie hoped that there would be loyal ministers and lofty ideals to rescue him from the sea of ​​suffering, but he was not completely lost.

And now that the emperor's uncle in Yizhou can't help, and the matter has reached the inevitable final moment, everything can only be dealt with by himself. Liu Xie can't think of anything other than to bite the bullet.

There are other ways.

yes!

He could bend down and bend his knees, begging Cao Pi to leave him the last bit of face, and it would not be difficult to wish for immortality or even glory and wealth for the rest of his life.

But if that is really the case, what qualifications does Liu Xie have to be called the Emperor of the Han Dynasty, and what dignity does he have to claim to be a descendant of the Liu family? I am afraid that even the surname Liu in the two characters Liu Xie does not have the qualifications to bear it.

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By the Yingshui River on the bank of the Yellow River, the iron cavalry drove the road with tigers and leopards accompanying them, while the king of Wei rode on the road and the idle people retreated!

Although Cao Pi's title as King of Wei was not recognized by Liu Xie, in fact it didn't matter if Liu Xie recognized it or not.

The imperial seal is no longer in Liu Xie's hands. His emperor of the Han Dynasty has long been in name only, and I'm afraid it won't be long before he even loses his reputation!

As the king of the Wei Dynasty, the most powerful of the three princes in the world, Cao Pi was naturally qualified to despise the people of the world, let alone Liu Xie, a useless man who could not even completely control the palace where he lived.

As for the rituals of Jiuxi, driving the royal chariot, etc., since he has already taken over the title of King of Wei from his father, what other things about etiquette can he not use?

Not only must it be used, but it must be used generously without any need to avoid anything. Whether others have objections does not matter to Cao Pi, not to mention that no one will dare to stand up against him, even the so-called emperor.

, I still don’t dare to say anything even now!

Sitting on the chariot, Cao Pi flipped through the bamboo slips in his hand. On them were some of the big and small things that happened in Xu County these days.

He crossed the river from Yecheng to here. According to the original speed, he should have arrived in Xu County today to formally meet Liu Xie, but because he was diverted halfway to Yanling County to settle Cao Zhang properly, it was delayed for some time.

, but it also made Cao Pi more prepared.

Now he is still two days away from Xu County, but looking at the urgent letter sent from Xu County this morning in his hand, Cao Pi is not in a hurry to reach Xu County!

For no other reason than the content on the bamboo slips greatly aroused his interest.

The puppet emperor, who he thought was as timid as a useless person and could do nothing, actually secretly summoned some so-called loyal ministers of the Han Dynasty to ambush him when he entered the city when he learned that he was leading his troops to Xu County.

kill!

This news really surprised Cao Pi, and he even felt unbelievable for a while.

However, despite being surprised, it also feels more funny and interesting.

Cao Pi really didn't expect that the useless emperor who he thought could only be a puppet would have the courage to strike first!

That's right, Cao Pi did not hide his ill intentions towards Liu Xie during his trip at all. He even went so far as to come to Liu Xie, the emperor of the Han Dynasty!

There is nothing to be secretive about. Now that the Wei Dynasty is under his control and most of the world is in his hands, there is nothing to worry about.

Not to mention that this ambition has actually taken root and grown in his heart for a long time, to the point where it can no longer be suppressed at all.

If not, how could Cao Pi have just taken over the title of Prime Minister from the King of Wei and come to Xu County without stopping when the alien turmoil in the north loomed!

He had no intention of concealing his whereabouts during this trip. His aggressiveness was visible to outsiders, and Cao Pi had no intention of objecting.

So what if someone can see it, but no matter if they can’t!

Could it be that since Cao Zihuan has made up his mind to follow a different path from his father, he doesn't care about the opinions of others at all!

But before the competition, the news from Xu County, regarding Liu Xie's actions, the puppet emperor's bold move really surprised him!
Chapter completed!