Cao Pi pretended to say a few words, and took the box from Xun Yu with difficulty.
When everyone saw this, they bowed their hands and said in unison,
"I've met King Wei!"
"You don't need to be too polite. In the future, you will still be needed to help me manage the world."
Although Cao Pi suppressed the excitement in his heart, the slightly upward corners of his mouth still exposed his thoughts!
In order to prevent turmoil in the court situation, Cao Pi inherited the throne of Wei King in a hurry.
When everything stabilizes in the future, the formal process will be followed again.
According to the tradition of the time, Cao Cao's coffin stayed in the Wei Palace for several days.
After officials and generals from other places came to express their condolences, Cao Pi led the army and personally escorted the coffin to Yecheng.
Cao Cao had left a last word during his lifetime that he would not be buried with a lavish burial after his death.
Cao Pi did not send anyone to build any tall mausoleums, and everything was done simply.
Seeing that the entrance to Cao Cao's tomb was blocked by soil, Yang Ling's mood was extremely complicated.
At this moment, he remembered that poem again.
So many things in ancient and modern times are all made fun of!
After Cao Cao was laid to rest, Cao Pi also held a formal enthronement ceremony in Yecheng.
Not only did the emperor Liu Xie send envoys, but even Wuhuan Chanyu and Xiongnu Chanyu were present in person.
After Cao Pi took office, in addition to lavishing rewards and promotions on Sima Yi, Chen Qun and others, he was also not stingy with Yang Ling.
In the name of the emperor, he increased Yang Ling's food to show his favor.
At the same time, Liu Bei, Sun Quan and others, who knew about Cao Cao's death, were not idle.
They seized the opportunity, organized troops and horses, and tried to counterattack Cao's army.
However, Cao Ren's good defense, coupled with the solid foundation laid by Yang Ling, defeated the coalition's land and water attacks three times in a row.
…
Xu Ducheng.
Prince Wei's Mansion.
After all the dust settled, Cao Pi sat in the seat that used to belong to his father Cao Cao, still feeling very excited.
"This time Gu can be in place, and you are indispensable. Don't worry, if you wait a little longer, Gu will not be stingy with what should be given to you."
Cao Pi took a deep breath and said to Sima Yi, Chen Qun and others.
Several people looked at each other and smiled,
"Thank you, King Wei!"
"King Wei, the top priority is that we must seize military power in our hands."
Sima Yi said slowly,
"Now General Zhengxi (Xiahouyuan) is guarding Chang'an, former general (Xiahoudun) is in charge of the military in Hefei, and General Annan (Cao Ren) is in Jingzhou, so there is no need to worry. The only thing we have to pay attention to is the Chinese army."
Cao Pi frowned slightly when he heard this.
The current leaders and protectors of the Central Army are Dian Wei and Xu Chu respectively.
Cao Cao could trust both of them, but Cao Pi could not.
Especially since they are Yang Ling's sworn brothers.
Letting them continue to control the central army is like two sharp blades hanging over Cao Pi's head!
"How about just doing Yang Ling's surgery?"
Cao Pi's eyes flashed fiercely.
Although he was able to become King of Wei because of Yang Ling's great efforts, when he thought of his previous grudges with Yang Ling, he couldn't help but feel evil!
If Yang Ling is removed, not to mention Guo Zhao, Diao Chan, Zhen Mi and other beauties can all fall into his hands.
Thinking of this, Cao Pi felt hot in his heart!
"King Wei, no!"
Sima Yi quickly stood up and dissuaded Cao Pi.
"If Zhongda doesn't have any grudge against Yang Ling, why would he persuade him to be alone?"
Cao Pi said a little unhappy.
"Of course I have a grudge against Yang Ling."
Sima Yi said calmly and unhurriedly,
"But compared with King Wei's major events, what is this grudge?"
"What does Zhongda mean by this?"
Cao Pi frowned.
"Doesn't the King of Wei want to replace the Han Dynasty and become independent?"
Sima Yi asked.
Upon hearing this, Cao Pi's breathing suddenly became thicker.
Of course he wants to!
He had persuaded Cao Cao before and wanted Cao Cao to stand on his own behalf on behalf of the Han Dynasty.
However, although Cao Cao was ambitious, he was unwilling to bear the infamy.
But Cao Pi was different. He didn't have Cao Cao's psychological burden.
Before Cao Cao died, he wiped out almost all the forces that opposed the Cao family.
If Cao Pi didn't have too many worries, he would have driven Liu Xie off immediately.
"In this case, we can't deal with Yang Ling."
Sima Yi said seriously,
"At least not right now."
"Besides, if King Wei wants to unify the world, he cannot do without Yang Ling, so he must also win over him!"
"When the world is unified in the future and King Wei ascends the throne as emperor, are you still afraid that you won't be able to deal with him?"
When Cao Pi heard this, he was overjoyed and said,
"Zhongda is indeed very resourceful! In your opinion, how should we regain military power?"
"It's very simple. Doesn't Yang Ling have a deep relationship with Dian Wei and Xu Chu? Wouldn't it be enough if the King of Wei directly promoted them to military positions and sent them to Yang Ling's army?"
Sima Yi said with a smile.
"Okay, just follow what Zhongda said!"
Cao Pi nodded.
…
Early the next morning, Cao Pi invited Yang Ling, Xun Yu and others to the Wei Palace to discuss political affairs.
After finishing handling the court's political affairs, Cao Pi pretended to be nonchalant, smiled and said to Yang Ling,
"Dianxu, the two generals, have followed Gu's father for many years and have made great achievements through hard work."
"I am interested in promoting the two of them. I wonder if General Zhengnan has any objections?"
Yang Ling was slightly startled and subconsciously looked at Dian Wei and Xu Chu beside him.
The two of them also looked a little confused.
"The King of Wei intends to reward them. It is naturally a good thing. How can my subordinates have objections?"
Yang Ling smiled lightly.
"That's good."
Cao Pi chuckled, then his face became serious.
"Where are General Dian and General Xu!"
Dian Wei and Xu Chu did not dare to neglect, and immediately came forward to greet them, saying in a deep voice,
"The end will be here."
"From now on, you two will be promoted to General Fenwei and General Yangwu."
Cao Pi paused, then said with a smile on his face,
"You have a close brotherly relationship with General Zhengnan. Wouldn't it be nice to serve under him and make military exploits?"
Dian Wei and Xu Chuwan did not expect that Cao Pi would just promote them and send them to Yangling's army. They were at a loss for a while.
"What are you two generals doing standing there in such a daze? Why don't you quickly thank King Wei?"
Yang Ling on the side reminded him.
"Thank you, King Wei, for the promotion!"
The two said in unison.
Although Dian Wei and Xu Chu didn't know clearly, the others in the hall felt like they were in the clear mirror.
General Fenwei and General Yangwu are generals with no special titles. Although they sound intimidating, in fact they are not as powerful as the Central Leading Army and the Central Protecting Army.
Cao Pi's move was an overt promotion and covert surrender. It seemed that he promoted Dian Wei and Xu Chu, but in fact he took back the Chinese army from their hands!
After so many years of conquest, Cao Cao re-established the military system for the Han Dynasty.
Today, the army of the Han Dynasty is divided into two armies: the foreign army and the central army.
Foreign troops are troops stationed in various states and counties. For example, Xiahou Yuan is in Chang'an, Zhang Liao is in Hefei, and Cao Ren is in Jiangling. They are commanded by the four towns or four generals respectively.
