"So long as you uphold this Son of Heaven of Xu County as the true Son of Heaven, my lord, then have him abdicate in your favor and Ascend the Throne as Emperor yourself, your claim will be entirely legitimate!"
"Who under heaven could have a more legitimate claim than you, my lord, or greater power to rally people and exert influence?"
Although Liu Biao's forces could not match Yuan Shao's, he had the advantage of being a Han House clansman. With a rightful basis for ascending the throne, his legitimacy would be beyond anything Yuan Shu could compare with.
Moreover, with the vast expanse of Jing Province under his control, he was entirely capable of contending for the realm!
Cai Mao's words made the hearts of all the advisors present leap, and hot blood surged through their bodies.
Could it be... their turn to follow the dragon?
Chapter 242: Campaign Against Yuan Shao, Unify Hebei!
In the study, the advisors all turned burning gazes on Liu Biao. Clearly, Cai Mao's words had moved them.
If Liu Biao proclaimed himself emperor, they would all become Dragons-following Ministers. No one could resist such a temptation. Who would turn down greater prospects for himself?
"My lord, I believe the Military Advisor is entirely right!"
Pang Ji was the first to voice his agreement, a faint glow of excitement on his face. "Although the legitimacy of the Son of Heaven of Xu County is no longer enough to convince the realm, he still possesses the title of Son of Heaven."
"If you uphold and support him, my lord, you can then use his name to expand your territory as circumstances allow. Once your power has grown strong, have him abdicate in your favor, proclaim yourself emperor, and establish your hegemony!"
Cai Mao and