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Cai Mao hurriedly walked through a long corridor. He was in a bad mood today. Early in the morning, he found Liu Xian and Deng Yi, two other senior officials in Jingzhou who held real power.

Cai Mao hoped that they could follow him and fully assist the provincial governor in Jiangxia's affairs, but to his disappointment, both of them politely rejected his request. Liu Xian recommended this matter as a provincial governor's family affairs, and he was inconvenient to intervene.

Deng Yi said it more directly that he did not have a clan brother whose legs were broken, so he couldn't hate Liu Jing.

The implication is that Cai Mao was stolen by the public to take revenge and he did not want to participate, which made Cai Mao very angry. Only then did he fully understand the profound meaning of Liu Jing breaking Cai Zhong's legs.

In this way, no matter how Cai Mao deals with Liu Jing, everyone will think that he is taking personal revenge, so that no one sympathizes with him or supports him, making him alone.

Although he had thought of this consequence before, he did not expect the consequences to be so serious. He wanted the officials to sign a joint letter to revoke Liu Jing's military power. Except for his few confidants, none of the other officials signed, including many officials who should have supported the Cai family.

Almost everyone thinks he is avenging Cai Zhong, so most people are unwilling to get involved in this kind of personal grudge.

This incident made Cai Mao depressed and passive. Now he could only count on convincing Liu Biao to deal with Liu Jing with the will of the governor of the state. Perhaps the officials would give Liu Biao some face.

Cai Mao quickly arrived in front of Liu Biao's official room, and a guard immediately informed him: "Qi Bingzhou Governor, Military Advisor Cai is here."

"Please come in" Liu Biao's voice came from the room, and he seemed to be in a heavy mood when he heard the tone.

Cai Mao felt a sense of anxiety as if he was a thief. If Huang She didn't come to him and didn't give him Cao Cao's handwritten letter, then Cai Mao must be full of anger at this time. He wanted to investigate what happened yesterday. Why did Liu Jing beat Cai Zhong seriously?

But Cao Cao's handwritten letter changed Cai Mao's mentality. He stayed up all night and repeatedly considered the future of Cao Cao's letter and the Cai family.

At this time, Cai Zhong's injury was no longer so important in Cai Mao's heart. He was very uneasy. After all, after following Liu Biao for more than ten years, he now has the intention of betrayal, and his conscience is somewhat difficult to explain.

Cai Mao walked into the room and saw Liu Biao sitting behind the table to review books. If Liu Jing saw Liu Biao during the day, he would not be surprised. Liu Biao put on makeup during the day and had his face decorated, looking radiant and energetic. He wore a wide official robe, which cleverly covered his hunchback on his back.

It is precisely because of this that the military and civilians in Jingzhou did not know Liu Biao's physical changes, and only a few people knew the inside story. Liu Jing visited his uncle at night and accidentally discovered the secret of Liu Biao's true appearance.

Cai Mao stepped forward and knelt down and bowed, "My minister Cai Mao paid homage to the governor of the state."

I need to say more here. The minister claimed that he was not only used between the monarch and the ministers in the Han Dynasty, but also the superiors and subordinates could also be ministers. The people also respected minor officials. However, after the Eastern Han Dynasty, the title of minister gradually became exclusive to the monarch and the ministers.

Liu Biao was a little strange. Cai Mao rarely bowed again. Why did he become so respectful today

After a second thought, Liu Biao thought of Cai Zhong's incident. This morning, Liu Biao had already seen a detailed report and knew the whole story. Liu Jing actually borrowed Cai Zhong's incident to gain reputation in the army. It was obviously to assassinate him to deal with Cai Zhong's injustice, which made Liu Biao quite annoyed.

"Military advisors don't need to be polite, please sit down."

Liu Biao winked at the guards again. Several guards understood and stepped back and closed the door casually.

Cai Mao said impatiently: "I just heard a news that Liu Jing went to Lumen Academy early in the morning and wanted to set up Jiangxia Academy in Jiangxia to tempt the gentry to go to Jiangxia with high profits."

"There's something like this"

Liu Biao was a little disbelief, "What is he doing? Is he recruiting talents?"

"It is precisely this that Liu Jing is obviously an excuse to run academy. He is clearly trying to win over the aristocratic people of Jingzhou and the governor of the state. This person is ambitious. If this matter is successful, his strength will inevitably increase greatly. I suggest that you meet up with Lumen Academy to stop their absurd behavior."

Liu Biao closed his eyes and thought for a moment, shook his head, "He wants to do it in Jiangxia, and his reasons are glamorous. What reason do we have to stop it if we forcefully interfere in this matter, even if it stops for a while, my reputation will inevitably be greatly affected. And if he makes up his mind to continue to run academy in Jiangxia, as long as the news spreads throughout Jingzhou, can you stop the gentry from rushing to Jiangxia?"

Cai Mao was speechless for a moment and said for a while: "But his reputation as Lumen Academy will inevitably have a great influence. To increase the reputation among his gentry, at least Lumen Academy should be withdrawn and weakened his influence. Even if he set up a college, he would not recruit outstanding talents."

Liu Biao still shook his head, "Pang Degong is not a year old. Since he agreed, he must have his own considerations. The Pang family will naturally give me an explanation on this matter. I don't want to ask about Lumen Academy for the time being."

Liu Biao was very clear at this time. The key to this matter was that Liu Jing was in charge. Lumen Academy was not the main problem. If he turned against the Pang family for this matter, it would be no more than the loss.

More importantly, he could not stop such things at all, unless Jingzhou significantly increased the treatment of these dependent gentry members, but Jingzhou had financial difficulties and could not do it at all.

Moreover, Liu Jing’s purpose is just to recruit staff, which is not a serious matter. After all, as his status improves, he does need staff.

He did not directly recruit staff, but instead used the excuse of running a college. This was enough for him. Liu Biao knew it well, so he was not very enthusiastic about this matter.

Cai Mao was a little depressed. He came with hope, but Liu Biao did not react. He seemed to be not paying attention to this matter, which disappointed Cai Mao deeply.

Liu Biao looked at Cai Mao again, then changed the topic and turned the topic to Cai Zhong's affairs. "I already know about Cai Zhong's affairs. Liu Jing was bold and dared to commit a crime openly. I will not forgive him. However, now is not the time to pursue this matter, and the military advisor may understand it."

"I understand"

Cai Mao's heart gradually calmed down and his thoughts regained their sharpness. He suddenly realized that whether it was Jiangxia Academy or Cai Zhong being beaten, Liu Biao's attitude was to downplay these two things, that is, it would be left alone.

This made Cai Mao feel a little strange. Liu Biao cannot tolerate such a thing as challenging Liu Biao's authority in public. Why did he bear this breath today?

Cai Mao thought of Liu Jing meeting Liu Biao last night, and couldn't help but realize that Liu Biao must have something to do with Liu Jing's hands that he would be so patient. So, what would this handle be

Liu Biao thought about it for a long time and slowly explained the reason, "The last time Jiangxia was defeated, some soldiers fled back, some soldiers were killed, but many soldiers were captured by the Jiangdong Army. Yesterday, I talked about the issue of prisoners of war with Nephew Jing. He told me that there were a total of 4450 people, military advisors, do you understand what he meant?"

Cai Mao's face was a little hot, which meant that his failure in Jiangxia made him feel ashamed, but Cai Mao immediately returned to normal. After thinking about it, he understood what Liu Biao meant, "The Palace Master said that these prisoners of war had already reached his hands."

"I don't know whether it has reached his hands, but at least it means that he is in contact with Jiangdong. He must have Jiangdong prisoners of war. It is very likely that the two sides have exchanged prisoners of war, military advisors, and 4,000 people. How could I remain indifferent to how many families involved?"

Speaking of this, Liu Biao sighed helplessly. This handle really made him embarrassed, making him angry and hated Liu Jing, and helpless.

Cai Mao heard that Liu Biao was trying to give in, and he was very anxious. If Liu Biao finally gave in and let Liu Jing annex Jiang Xia, and he could not cause trouble, how could he explain to Cao Cao?

Cai Mao also stayed up all night last night. After thinking about it repeatedly, he had a solution to his mind. After all, he was a military advisor in Jingzhou. He had been following Liu Biao for more than ten years and knew Liu Biao well. He knew what Liu Biao's key lies.

Cai Mao immediately raised his eyebrows and said angrily: "It's such a major matter to exchange prisoners of war, but he actually bypassed Xiangyang. What does he mean by doing this mean? Can Liu Jing negotiate with Jiangdong on behalf of Jingzhou and Jiangdong who do he think of himself as?"

Cai Mao's anger hurt Liu Biao's heart. This is what Liu Biao hates the most. Liu Jing actually negotiated with Jiangdong without authorization and kicked him away. Did he think he was the governor of Jingzhou?

Liu Biao gritted his teeth, and a cold murderous intent flashed in his eyes. Cai Mao knew Liu Biao very well. He knew what Liu Biao was most taboo.

Liu Biao was most afraid of losing his inheritance rights in Jingzhou. If he made a secret on this matter and initiated a dispute over the inheritance rights in Jingzhou, then the first task assigned to him by Cao Cao would be completed.

But he could not take the initiative to tell the inheritance rights. Cai Mao and Liu Cong had a close relationship. If he told him, it would make Liu Biao suspicious.

Cai Mao sneered in his heart and continued to provoke: "Prince Master, from this incident, we can see that Liu Jing's plan is not just Jiangxia, but Jingzhou. If the Patriarch gives in to Jiangxia, he will definitely gain a better position and continue to seek Jingzhou. I suggest that four thousand prisoners of war are not allowed to be rejected than Liu Jing's annex Jiangxia."

Liu Biao didn't say anything for a long time, but Cai Mao's words were all in his heart. In fact, Liu Jing was his nephew and could defeat Jiangdong. He was very capable. It was not impossible to let him take charge of Jiangxia. At least he could help him guard the southeast gate. Therefore, Liu Biao was not tough in Jiangxia.

But Liu Biao was very concerned about the inheritance rights of Jingzhou. His health has been getting worse this year and he felt that he would not grow longer in the world. He must not be ambiguous about the inheritance rights of Jingzhou. If Liu Jing threatens his son's interests, he will remove all of Liu Jing's power without hesitation.

But now... Liu Biao is still unable to make up his mind. Seeing that Liu Biao's eyes are flashing, Cai Mao knew that he had been moved by him, and then carefully suggested: "The governor of the state might as well test Liu Jing for a while, to see if Liu Jing really has the ambition to annex Jingzhou."

Liu Biao still didn't say anything, but an elusive bright color began to flash in his eyes.

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Cai Mao walked towards his official ward as soon as he walked to his official ward. He was quite proud. Although there was a sign that Cai Zhong was beaten up, he didn't care. He had already moved Liu Biao on a deeper journey.

He could see that Liu Biao was already considering establishing the world. At this critical moment, he had to do something.

When Cai Mao walked to the door of the official room, he saw his eldest son Cai Yi. Seeing that he looked a little anxious, Cai Mao was stunned. What happened.

Cai Yi saw his father and hurriedly stepped forward and said, "Father, I just got a message."

Cai Mao glanced at the soldiers next to him and said lightly: "Let's talk about it when you enter the house."

When he walked into the official room, Cai Mao sat down, Cai Yi couldn't wait to say, "I just heard that I have made an appointment with Liu Jing to compete in martial arts."

"Which brother, Cai Jin?"

"I heard that it will be a competition at the South School tomorrow morning."

Cai Mao's eyes glared and said angrily: "When did this be decided? Why didn't he report it to me?"

"Maybe he thinks this matter is not important."

"fart"

Cai Mao cursed, "If he loses under Liu Jing again, it will not damage the reputation of my Cai family. Does he think his martial arts can compete with Liu Jing?"

Cai Mao walked a few steps behind his back, and he remembered Cai Jin's many rebellions, and appointed him as his disciple, publicly accused Cai Zhong of defeat, often sang against him, and now he wanted to compete with Liu Jing, regardless of the reputation of his family.

The more I thought about it, the more annoyed he felt, Cai Mao immediately ordered, "You go and tell him, just say it was my order, and he was not allowed to compete with Liu Jing. If he insisted on his own, he would be severely punished by his family."

Cai Yi left in a hurry, and Cai Mao forced himself to calm down and no longer consider the matter. He turned his thoughts back to Liu Biao and thought carefully.
Chapter completed!