King Ai of Chu (died 228 BC), born Xiong You, was a king of Chu during the period of Warring States in ancient China. He was son of King Kaolie of Chu and Queen Li Yan. There was also rumors that he was indeed fathered by Huang Xie, Lord Chunshen as well as his elder brother and predecessor King You of Chu.
Prince You succeeded his elder brother as king in 228 BC. But only two months later, hunchmen of his elder half-brother Prince Fuchu murdered him. The hunchmen also killed Queen Mother Li Yan and the whole Li family. Prince Fuchu ascended the throne as King Fuchu.
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King Ai of Chu
Died: 228 BC |
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| Preceded by King You of Chu |
King of Chu 228 BC |
Succeeded by King Fuchu of Chu |