Let's not speak of how cunning Sima Yi is, selling out Liu Xie's team of allies. Just talking about Liu Xie himself, he's pretty frustrated right now.
However, because Liu Bei is too far away, it's impossible to direct his anger at Liu Bei. So, Liu Xie decisively channels his frustration toward this group of Han Loyal Ministers and then begins thinking of ways to accumulate power and seize control.
As for whose power to seize, it's simple—among those around him with power are only Cao Cao and Ma Teng. Naturally, he can only target these two people.
"My intention is to pacify the world. Do any of you have a brilliant plan?" Liu Xie swept his hand in a show of dominance befitting a master of the world, addressing everyone present.
"We are willing to give our lives." A group of Han officials shouted in unison.
