"Alas, Fu Shangshu is unconscious. My uncle asked my father to stand in front of his bed, holding the decoction and serve him personally."
"Uncle's illness has just gotten better now, and to encounter something like this again, oh, it's really heartbreaking."
Sima Yan talked about the situation outside.
Cao Mao pondered.
Although Fu Gu was a die-hard loyalist to Master Sima, he was still a normal person, different from those lunatics who only knew how to drink and drink.
He knows what to do to make the world peaceful, how to make the people survive, and knows how to maintain his family's right to rule.
As for the rest of the lunatics, they don't care about the people of the country or the rule. They are thinking every day about how to absorb more people's support, how to increase their own power, and how to live a more luxurious and wealthy life.
When the Western Jin Dynasty was founded, it could still maintain a certain momentum of prosperity because normal people had not yet died.
Sima Yan also had Yang Hu, Du Yu, Chen Qian, Ren Kai, Yu Chun, Lu Qin, Zhang Hua and others left by his father. These people at least knew to maintain their own rule and not destroy the foundation.
They put forward a decent strategy to check and balance the aristocratic families, began to formulate laws, restrict the behavior of the aristocratic families, and try their best to maintain the rule of the Western Jin Dynasty. However, after these normal people died, the entire Western Jin Dynasty ushered in madmen. carnival.
Fu Gu's collapse was definitely a major blow to Master Sima.
"What about those officials who kill good people and take credit for their merits?"
"Kill, kill them all."
"The first person to be killed was Sima Ban. The rest were also declared guilty and beheaded in public. I was frightened."
"My uncle declared the world, acted recklessly, and preyed on the common people. This is the end, even if it is his own clan, he will never tolerate it."
As Sima Yan spoke, he couldn't help but sigh: "My uncle is really a straightforward minister!"
Even Cao Mao was amazed by Master Sima's method.
You are worthy of being my great general.
If it were Sima Zhao, Sima Zhao would most likely not dare to kill them all. After all, those with seniority in Henan Yin must have great backgrounds. The Sima family needs the support of ministers and military leaders and does not dare to offend easily.
There is a high probability that he will kill his own Sima Ban and some rural officials with little background, express his position, and then spare the remaining officials from the death penalty.
And if Sima Yan comes, these people will be scolded at most. If there is an old dog like Xun Xu who confuses right and wrong, maybe even the scolding will be saved and they will be rewarded directly as successful ministers.
Master Sima's courage is really not something that ordinary people can match.
Fortunately, what he encountered was a weak and weak Sima Master who was trapped in a trap. He was extremely ill and was greatly affected in all aspects. If he were in full strength, he would have been killed long ago.
Cao Mao nodded and said with great emotion: "The general is such a loyal minister!"
Sima Yan asked hesitantly: "Will the banquet of celebrities be held tonight?"
"Of course we have to do it! It is because of the general's benevolent act that we have to summon all the ministers to let the world know the general's loyalty!"
Cao Mao said sincerely.
In these days, Cao Mao was able to make huge breakthroughs at home and abroad, all because Sima Shi's health was getting worse and worse. He no longer had the energy to deal with himself. He was dying and only thought about how to kill Guanqiu Jian.
It was because Master Sima was seriously ill that Cao Mao had to seize the time to deal with important matters.
The blessings cannot stop!
It's best to let him die before sending troops!
Cao Mao's eyes were full of longing. If Sima Shi died before sending out troops, what would happen to the temple? Sima Zhao had no experience in leading an army alone, but Sima Fu did. But if there was no Sima division, would Sima Zhao dare to let him lead an army on an expedition?
Historically, after the death of Sima Shi, Sima Zhao was quite wary of Sima Fu. He dismissed him from the rank of Taiwei, made him a Taifu, and asked him to stay with Cao Mao. Even when Zhuge Dan raised his army, he He did not dare to let Sima Fu lead the army and led the troops himself.
At that time, Sima Zhao will fall into another dilemma.
If he could use this opportunity to gain sufficient voice in the temple through Wang Xiang and others, and even divide the ruling power of the Chinese army, what else could Sima Zhao do in the face of internal and external enemies?
Countless thoughts suddenly appeared in Cao Mao's mind.
Before Master Sima died, he would definitely try to take him away. The important thing now was how to protect himself at that time.
"An Shi, go ahead and get ready. Important ministers will definitely come to today's banquet in the east hall!"
Cao Mao said confidently.
Sima Yan thoughtfully agreed to Cao Mao's request, and then left the west hall.
During the week, Cao Mao always held banquets in the East Hall, summoned ministers, and entertained celebrities. But at that time, his purpose was simply to win over those people, but it is different now. This banquet for celebrities in the East Hall will happen sooner or later. It turned into a sharp blade that took Master Sima's life!
Cao Mao changed his clothes and walked towards the east hall surrounded by people.
He was in a very good mood.
When he arrived at the east hall, Wang Xiang was already waiting for him.
Today, Wang Xiang is also carefully dressed. He has put on brand new clothes and trimmed his beard, making him look more like a celebrity.
Cao Mao greeted the teacher with a smile, and then the two sat down.
"Teacher, today's banquet is to completely destroy your reputation as a good scholar!"
"Master Sima is seriously ill now and has no time to be distracted. The position of Taichang has always been vacant. We will strive to complete this important task within these few days!"
Wang Xiang frowned, "Are you a little too hasty?"
"Teacher, now is not the time to hesitate. We cannot let Master Sima relax! Master Sima will definitely not allow me to hold such a grand banquet. I don't know how many times we can hold this banquet in the east hall."
"Maybe next time, these celebrities won't be able to enter the east hall."
"Do everything you need to do before he reacts, otherwise it will be too late!"
Wang Xiang deeply agreed and nodded in agreement.
Cao Mao knew in his heart that this banquet of scholars would not be easily stopped by the Sima family.
It's not because the Sima family indulges him, nor because he brought Sima Yan with him, but mainly because of Zhong Hui.
Zhong Hui is not very old, but his official position is not small. He is the Minister of Zhongshu.
Second only to Zhongshu Ling and Zhongshu Jian, the current Zhongshu Jian is Meng Kang.
This person originally came to power relying on the Queen Mother Guo. His mother was from the Guo family. However, after he came to power, he did not get close to the Guo family because of this. He did not form any clique for personal gain and lived alone. He had a very good reputation. Later, he was arrested by Master Sima. He took him seriously and was brought to the temple to serve as the Central Secretary Superintendent.
The Zhongshu Sheng was responsible for managing secrets and drafting edicts for the emperor. When there were confidential matters or urgent matters, the Zhongshu Sheng directly issued edicts to relevant officials for execution. It had extremely powerful powers and was known as "full-time" during the reign of Emperor Wei Ming.
Before Cao Rui died, he wanted Yan Wang Cao Yu, Xia Houxian and others to assist his son. However, because Liu Fang and Sun Zi of Zhongshu Province were at odds with them and were afraid of retaliation, they interfered and Cao Rui switched to Cao Shuang and Cao Rui. Sima Yi was the minister of Tuogu.
Because of his relationship with Master Sima, Zhong Hui also had a high status in Zhongshu Province.
Sima Zhao would not offend this person easily.
Zhong Hui likes this kind of banquet the most. Moreover, Zhong Hui has always been arrogant. He had previously proposed the idea of studying justice for the Confucian classics. If Zhong Hui knew about this, would he still be able to sit still?
He must be impatient to take charge of this matter, even if it is just for the smooth development of this matter, he will not stop the banquet.
Of course, the same cannot be said for Wang Xiang. Although they are currently in an alliance, the situations faced by both sides are completely different. Wang Xiang still has a chance to slow down, but Cao Mao does not.
Cao Mao reminded: "Teacher, if it is a normal debate classic, I will not be afraid, but you have this reputation."
Wang Xiang smiled and looked particularly kind, "Your Majesty, you don't have to worry about these things. I have already prepared for you. Learning Confucian classics is not difficult, especially raising a wish."
Just looking at his face, without knowing it, I really thought he was as famous a Confucian scholar as Zheng Xuan.
But looking at his life, he made no achievements in the classics. The only article he wrote was a family motto to urge future generations to run their families with morality.
But Wang Xiang is not a person who likes to brag. Since he said he had a way, Cao Mao believed him and didn't ask any more questions.
Because the banquet was held in the east hall, Wang Xiang did not leave after teaching. Instead, he sat here and waited for the banquet to start with Cao Mao.
Sure enough, the first person to appear here was still Zhong Hui.
Sima Yan didn't even come, but Zhong Hui walked into the east hall with a smile.
Wang Xiang stood up and saluted. Zhong Hui quickly put away his frivolous smile and returned the salute to Wang Xiang.
It can be seen that Zhong Hui still recognizes Wang Xiang's status as a celebrity and will not be too rude to him.
"Mr. Zhong, although my disciple is very talented, he values his reputation and likes to fight with others. If the previous debate offended you in any way, please don't blame me, Mr. Zhong, for my lax discipline."
Wang Xiang said slowly.
Zhong Hui hurriedly shook his head, "I don't dare, I don't dare. Your Majesty is extremely talented. I have benefited a lot from debating with Your Majesty. The prince is very talented. I would like to ask you for advice in the future."
Seeing such a humble and even well-behaved Zhong Hui in front of him, Cao Mao's eyes widened, Zhong Shiji! You are not like this on weekdays!
You don't even take Wang Su and Sima Zhao seriously, so why are you so polite to Wang Xiang? ?
In Cao Mao's eyes, Zhong Hui is a lawless person. He not only yearns for celebrities, but also hates others who will surpass him.
Is it because he knows that Wang Xiangkong is famous, but he has no talent that can surpass him?
Cao Mao couldn't figure out the reason for a while.
But Wang Xiang had already chatted with Zhong Hui, and they were very happy, talking and laughing. Then, the Seven Sages of the Bamboo Forest and Lu An and others who joined in the conversation followed Sima Yan and came here.
Ji Kang and Lu An looked at each other, paid homage to His Majesty the Emperor, and then paid homage to Wang Xiang.
Ruan Ji looked a little dazed, not even as cold as before, and saluted the emperor dully.
Wang Rong was the most embarrassed at this moment. After meeting the emperor, he hurriedly knelt in front of Wang Xiang and called him "Great Father".
Wang Rong and Wang Xiang both belong to the Langya Wang family, and Wang Rong is Wang Xiang's grandson.
Everyone sat down separately, with different thoughts. Compared with the previous two times, the atmosphere of the banquet was completely different. For some reason, it was more solemn.
