The main hall of Cao Zhi's mansion.
Cao Zhi was sitting alone in the hall, drinking wine, mumbling words, and composing a new poem.
Yang Biao and Yang Xiu arrived and walked into the hall.
Cao Zhi was already slightly drunk. When he saw Yang Xiu, he greeted him excitedly: "Dezu, why did you go and come back? You came just in time. I just came up with two new poems. Come and listen to them."
Yang Biao stepped forward and saluted Cao Zhi: "Master Zijian."
Only then did Cao Zhi notice that Yang Biao was also here, and he quickly stood up and returned the greeting: "Yang Taichang, why did you come back to my mansion? You see, I was drinking and composing poems, and I lost my composure. Please wait a moment. Let me change my clothes and come see you again." guest."
Cao Zhi said that he was going to the back hall.
Yang Xiu stepped forward and grabbed him: "Sir, don't go change clothes. There are urgent matters that need to be dealt with immediately."
Cao Zhi stopped and looked at the solemn faces of Yang and his son with confusion. He realized that the matter must be very serious. He sobered up a little and asked, "Dezu, why is it so serious?"
Yang Biao stepped forward and presented the letter in his hand to Cao Zhi: "Master, please read it first."
Cao Zhi took the letter and read it carefully, his expression changed greatly.
"Yang Taichang, Dezu, this is evidence of collusion between Dong Cheng and Li Jue. You should have presented it to my father immediately. Why did you bring it to me?" Cao Zhi asked the two of them in confusion.
"It is to be submitted to Sikong, but the young master and my father need to submit it together." Yang Xiu said to Cao Zhi with a smile.
Cao Zhi looked at Yang Xiu blankly, obviously not understanding what he meant: "Why is this, Dezu?"
"This matter is of great importance. It not only involves the war ahead, but also involves the rebellion of someone around Sikong. Such an important case was first discovered by the Young Master and submitted to Sikong. Isn't it a great achievement? Wouldn't the Young Master be taken more seriously in front of Sikong? "Yang Xiu explained to Cao Zhi.
"Dezu, do you want me to compete with my two brothers Zihuan and Ziwen for the throne? You know that I have no intention of doing this, let alone getting involved in such a court battle." Cao Zhi noticed that Yang Xiu His intention was to reject him directly.
Yang Xiu saw that Cao Zhi was not in a hurry, stretched out his hand to hold him, and asked with a smile: "Young master, there is no need to refuse in a hurry. Please answer me a question first. Do you know why Sikong is so partial to you?"
Cao Zhi thought for a while and then replied: "Father likes my poems and songs."
Yang Xiu looked at Cao Zhi but shook his head: "Sikong doesn't just like your poems and songs. Sikong sees your talent, intelligence, mind and broad ambition from your poems and songs. This is what The reason why he prefers you."
"Even if this is the case, what does this have to do with you getting me involved in a court battle to fight for the throne?" Cao Zhi still didn't understand Yang Xiu's true intention.
"Master, is your ambition just to be a poet? Don't you want to have the opportunity to show your ambition and realize your ideals and ambitions? Your poems are full of freedom and boldness, which is why Sikong admires you place, but why are you shrinking in reality?" Yang Xiu encouraged Cao Zhi and said.
"Brother Zihuan is the eldest son now, and brother Ziwen is superior to me in both literature and military skills. I have no qualifications to compete with them." Cao Zhi responded with some inferiority complex.
"Who says you don't have it? You do!" Yang Xiu gradually became excited.
"Who stipulates that the position of the prince must be occupied by the eldest son? Throughout the ages, there have been many talented scholars who were not the eldest son but held high positions. As for Prince Ziwen, he is now favored by Sikong because of the past few months. His performance, and the biggest difference between him and you, Young Master, is that he dares to fight!"
"And if you dare to stand up and fight, sir, with Sikong's preference and respect for you, you will not have no chance at all!" Yang Xiu encouraged and stimulated Cao Zhi loudly.
"Dezu, what do you mean is that I have to work hard in front of my father and try to win his favor so that I can have a chance to become the heir apparent?" Cao Zhi asked hesitantly.
"Sir, tell me the truth. Do you only want to be a scholar?!" Yang Xiu asked Cao Zhi directly.
"Of course not. My ambition is to be like my father, to work hard for the country, to benefit the people, to build an everlasting industry, and to make meritorious deeds." Cao Zhi's pride was inspired by Yang Xiu, and he responded loudly.
"Well said!" Yang Xiu praised loudly, and then reminded Cao Zhi in a low voice, "But do you think such a great achievement can be achieved by just being a Sikong Master?!"
"If we say that when the two young masters Cao Ang and Cao Shuo were alive, there was no suspense about the throne of the prince. As they passed away one after another, the throne of the prince was destined to be born between you three young masters. I am willing to help you to ascend the throne. The position of Crown Prince." Yang Xiu encouraged Cao Zhi while expressing his loyalty to him!
Cao Zhi looked at Yang Xiu and asked hesitantly: "But even if I fight, can I really win against my two brothers? Brother Zihuan is the eldest son now, and brother Ziwen has military exploits. What do I have?"
"Zihuan is the eldest son. This is his advantage, but it is also his disadvantage. Because he is supported by some veteran ministers who follow the order of seniority and youth. Most of them are old and dim and loyal to the Han Dynasty. If Zihuan becomes the heir apparent, he will definitely Do you think this is Sikong’s wish to be restrained and balanced by these old ministers?”
"Father himself also relies heavily on these veterans!" Cao Zhi responded.
"Relying on Zhong does not mean trust, relying on Zhong is for stability. After all, now Sikong has to serve the emperor and command the princes. With the support of these old officials of the Han Dynasty, Sikong's position can be secure. But Sikong himself knew very well that the Han Dynasty court had already It’s declining, the roots are already rotten, how can we cure it?”
"In troubled times, the use of heavy codes requires major breakthroughs, so Sikong definitely does not want the great achievements he has worked hard to achieve in the future to be ruined by the decadent Han Dynasty! What's more, Sikong has always disliked Master Zihuan. This is also known to the world. Why did he Would you be willing to pass on your inheritance to a son you don't like, and then be hindered by the old officials of the Han Dynasty?"
"Now not only Sikong, but also all the people in the world also hope that there will be a new system and new laws to open a new era and bring them a stable and comfortable life. Master, if you have such lofty ambitions, how can you Won't you step forward?" Yang Xiu analyzed Cao Pi's disadvantages to Cao Zhi, further motivating him.
"Even if Brother Zihuan is at a disadvantage, what about Brother Ziwen?" Cao Zhi was still a little worried.
"Ziwen and Young Master now have relatively equal opportunities. If you fight, Young Master, you will have a chance. If you don't fight, you can only sit back and wait for death! Now the opportunity is in front of Young Master, it depends on whether you want to work hard for it!" Yang Xiu continued to encourage! Cao Zhi.
Cao Zhi looked at Yang Xiu and became excited: "Dezu, I understand your ambition now, and I also know why you were rated top in the Yuedan Review. Your ambition is really too ambitious! "
Yang Xiu excitedly confessed to Cao Zhi: "For the common people in the world, for Sikong, for the young master, and for my own future, I hope that the young master can show his determination and show his strength so that everyone in the world can take a look. We Only the ambition and ambition of scholars can save the world! In order to help the young master succeed, I will not hesitate to die!"
At the end of his speech, he knelt down directly in front of Cao Zhi: "Please don't let me down, sir!"
Cao Zhi looked at Yang Xiu and finally made up his mind. He stepped forward and stretched out his hand to help: "Dezu, you and I are close friends. You are so sincere in helping me. How can I not go hand in hand with you? Come on, let's go see you together now." Father, report the traitor who is collaborating with the enemy!"
Yang Xiu looked at Cao Zhi, then looked back at Yang Biao, who had been silent next to him, and showed a happy smile...
