"Your Majesty, the Taixuan you mentioned the other day comes from the Book of Changes. Two is made into three, which means heaven, earth, and people. I think it is different. Taixuan said nine, note nine, why does Chongjiu use two as three?"
Ji Kang sat next to Cao Mao, looked him in the eyes, and started the debate.
Cao Mao quickly lowered his head and said seriously: "I really don't dare to argue."
"This is not a debate, just asking for advice from His Majesty!"
No matter how Cao Mao declined, Ji Kang insisted on asking Cao Mao clearly.
Sima Yan got some drinks, and everyone started drinking freely. While eating and drinking, they discussed Confucian classics. Zhong Hui himself was also a representative figure in metaphysics. When facing many celebrities, he wanted to show off his talents more and more. .
For some reason, Lu An also found Zhong Hui and had a passionate debate with him. Lu An was not very good at studying classics, and was far inferior to Ji Kang, Ruan Ji and others.
Facing Zhong Hui, he could only be bullied unilaterally, but Lu An refused to accept it, becoming more and more courageous the more defeated he became.
Zhong Hui was not only not angry, but also very happy. He pulled Lu An and kept talking.
"Your Majesty, Taixuan said that there are nine levels of human beings, nine levels of heaven! There are nine levels of earth! There are nine clans!"
Ji Kang spoke loudly, then suddenly lowered his voice.
"I am of inferior talent and learning, but I am willing to die for Your Majesty."
Cao Mao blinked.
"Uncle Ye! Yan Jiu is a cycle, and San is advancement. They are different!"
"I have a letter, please give it to Lu Ruoling and Uncle Jiao."
Ji Kang suddenly grabbed Cao Mao's hand and said sternly: "What difference does this make? The so-called three advancements"
The debate between the two looked very anxious.
Cao Mao saw that Lu An was restraining Zhong Hui, and he probably knew in his heart that Lu An knew what Ji Kang and he were going to do. Of course, Ruan Ji also knew. Cao Mao looked at Ruan Ji, and Ruan Ji took off his clothes at this moment. , was composing a poem with ink, attracting the attention of the rest of the people.
Cao Mao hesitated for a moment, then quickly said: "Lu An is trustworthy, Lu Xun is Sima Division's secret agent."
After saying that, he quickly switched to debate mode.
Ji Kang was shocked.
Lu Xun is Lu An's elder brother, and he has a very good relationship with Ji Kang. They often gather together. What does your majesty mean by this? Lu An is trustworthy, but his brother is not? ? Master Sima's spy? ?
Ji Kang didn't quite believe this. How did your Majesty know? Your Majesty has never left the palace and has never seen this person!
However, to handle such a big thing, he had to be cautious. Even if he didn't believe it, he had to be vigilant.
Cao Mao couldn't say much directly. When everyone's eyes were not on him, Cao Mao quickly explained a few more words.
First, he hoped that Ji Kang would not do anything more, or tell Jiao Bo more, just secretly hand over the letter to Jiao Bo, and not get involved in other things.
Second, he hoped that Ji Kang could slightly change his attitude towards the Sima family. If Zhong Hui and others came to woo him, he could pretend to agree.
Finally, I naturally hope that Ji Kang will be careful not to tell anyone these things, never be impulsive, always be vigilant, and discuss with Lu An before doing anything.
Cao Mao never thought that Ji Kang could do anything. This man was really tough, he was also a relative of Cao Mao, and he could trust him.
But the problem is that Ji Kang is not good at doing these things and is not suitable for entrusting him with important tasks. Cao Mao currently only wants to use him as a messenger.
As his liaison with forces outside the palace.
The real work has to be left to Uncle Jiao.
When Jia Chong was still there, Cao Mao was closely watched.
He can hardly do anything,
Not to mention letters, there must be someone watching when writing. They will even count the number of papers in the palace, and only burn them after counting, so there is no way to convey the message to the outside world.
But now Zhong Hui doesn't care about these things at all, and even the ones who burn the paper are Cao Mao's own people, which finally gives Cao Mao a chance to command outside forces.
Ji Kang kept these things in mind, but pretended to be unhappy, complained about Cao Mao's mistakes in the classics, and retreated among the many celebrities. Then, Wang Rong smiled and sat in Cao Mao's bed. around.
This surprised Cao Mao.
Among the buddies in Zhulin, Wang Rong is the one who is least willing to get close to him.
Wang Rong's father, Wang Hunguan, was the governor of Liangzhou and was very close to the Sima family.
Wang Rong himself was not far from the Sima family, and even had a good relationship with Zhong Hui. Zhong Hui only recommended two people to Sima Zhao, one was Pei Kai and the other Wang Rong.
The evaluation of this person in history is very complicated. Some said that Wang Rong was generous and had a close relationship with his ministers, while others said that Wang Rong was small-minded, jealous and angry.
Some said that Wang Rong was an honest man and did not like money. Some said that Wang Rong was greedy and stingy. He would drill out the pits of plums when selling them, for fear that other people would also grow plums. This was not something a normal person could do. matter.
Cao Mao felt that if Wang Rong was a jealous, angry, stingy, and unworthy person, he would most likely not be friends with people like Ruan Ji Ji Kang Zhonghui.
Even if Ruan Ji and Ji Kang didn't know each other well, Zhong Hui wouldn't be able to tell.
Maybe this person's personality changed drastically after he gained power, or maybe he was ruined by his later use of medicine.
Anyway, at this moment, he still looks like an elegant and famous person.
"Your Majesty, I can now be considered as a disciple of yours!"
"I had known that my great father was talented and had the intention to carry it forward, but unexpectedly, His Majesty was allowed to take a step ahead of me!"
Seeing the smile on Wang Rong's face, Cao Mao immediately woke up.
It turned out to be for Wang Xiang.
Wang Xiang's eldest father is called Wang Ren. Wang Ren has two sons, Wang Rong and Wang Rui. Wang Xiang is Wang Rong's son, and Wang Rong is Wang Rui's great-grandson.
Although their families have been separated, the current relationship is still good and they often look after each other. After all, they are both King Langya.
Cao Mao also showed appropriate kindness.
"The teacher is a great talent, and Wang Jun is even more extraordinary. I will definitely ask Wang Jun for advice in the future."
"How dare you? How dare I listen to your majesty's words and benefit a lot. I want to copy a few of them, take them back to the house, and read them day and night to improve my talents. I wonder if your majesty will allow it?"
Cao Mao narrowed his eyes, oh, the teacher said not to worry, so that's what he meant.
"Of course, Wang Jun, just record it!"
Wang Rong once again asked Cao Mao about his many thoughts, and Cao Mao naturally talked about everything. Wang Rong himself was also very talented, so he hurriedly copied it down very quickly. Several celebrities came over to check and couldn't help but nod their heads.
This banquet lasted until very late, probably the latest of these banquets.
When everyone was sent away, Sima Yan couldn't help but complain.
"Then the king has delayed it to this point. If he likes to listen, why not just stay with your majesty as a free rider? Why bother copying?"
Cao Mao glanced at him and said, "Look, this is why Wang Rong can become a famous scholar at the same age!"
"What do you mean the same age?! He is obviously two years older than me!"
Sima Yan was very unconvinced.
Cao Mao gave him a Ruan Ji-like roll of the eyes.
"He is so good at caring for Wang. Why do you think he copied those remarks?"
"Isn't it just for studying?"
"Oh, he took it out to make the prince famous."
"Ah? Does the prince still need him to help him become famous?"
"This reputation still needs others to help boast, and you can't boast yourself. The prince is unwilling to show his talents, so Wang Rong can only "accidentally" leak it. Besides, he is so active and can still be a filial piety to his relatives. Look at this person's reputation for being studious, it's like killing two birds with one stone!"
Sima Yan's eyes widened, "These people are too cunning and smart!"
Cao Mao laughed and said helplessly: "Don't blame them. It's not entirely their fault. Scholars are chosen based on reputation. Scholars all pursue fame and grandstand. You are not pursuing fame at all costs?"
Sima Yan blushed and hesitated.
"This is all normal. Since you can't change the status quo, you naturally have to integrate first. Wait until your status is high and you can make changes before you take action."
"An Shi, don't feel ashamed, keep working hard, improve your reputation, and become a famous person!"
"Stand high enough and you can see far enough!"
Sima Yan looked at the high-spirited young emperor beside him and was in a daze for a moment before nodding heavily.
The next day, as soon as Sima Yan opened his eyes, he hurriedly changed his clothes and left the inner room.
Along the way, the servants were very surprised and bowed to him one after another.
This was the first time they saw Sima Yan get up so early.
When Sima Yan came to a large courtyard in the backyard, a servant stood in front of him and bowed with a smile.
"Please tell me and I will come to see my mother."
The servant was stunned, then turned around and walked into the inner room.
After a moment, Wang Yuanji hurried out of the courtyard. She frowned and looked worried, "My son, what happened?"
"I'm here to see my mother. Is she okay?"
Sima Yan saluted respectfully.
Wang Yuanji was stunned for a moment, then helped him up, "What are you doing?"
"I just came to visit my mother. My father is not at home. I will also visit my uncle, aunt, and younger brother later."
Wang Yuanji suddenly understood and took his hand with a smile, "My son is extremely filial!"
Wang Yuanji took her son into the inner room, then motioned him to sit aside, holding tea in her hand, looking at her son with a smile, the more she looked, the more satisfied she became.
She has always been worried about her eldest son because the Sima family was in the most critical moment when the eldest son was born. Therefore, she was unable to build momentum for Sima Yan in advance and did not even have time to teach him. This made Wang Yuanji very worried about her son's future. .
She knew that Sima Zhao preferred his younger son, which made her even more worried. He was worried that Sima Yan would not be able to suppress his younger brother, causing the brothers to fight and compete, just like Emperor Wen and King Chen Si did, which ultimately made the two brothers incompatible.
Although Sima Yan has a simple character, once someone instigates him, he will blindly obey.
But in these days, his son seemed to have changed as a person, his reputation had greatly increased, and now he also knew how to establish a filial son for himself.
Sima You has been left behind by him and no longer poses a threat to him.
Wang Yuanji was very pleased.
He even had a good impression of Cao Mao.
If things change, it might be possible to save his life.
