In the years before and after Cao Cao's death, the older generation of talents in Wei gradually withered away. Sima Yi, whom Cao Pi trusted and relied on the most, was also secretly exterminated by Cao Cao using his legacy, leaving only the high-ranking and unimportant Jia Xuke to discuss.
The emperor often visited the Taiwei's house, which caused jealous courtiers to spread rumors. Jia Xu was cautious for half his life and did not dare to make mistakes. After that, he used the excuse of old age and illness to avoid trouble. If he met Cao Pi, he must summon him. He asked his servants to carry him up to the temple.
It may be because of his age, or it may be that Jia Xu is pretending to be sick, but his physical condition has deteriorated rapidly since last year. After the Qingming Festival this year, he was unable to go to the ground and could no longer eat anything.
When Jia Xu was awake, he was already explaining his affairs. Cao Pi sent imperial doctors many times for diagnosis and treatment, but the diagnosis results were all very pessimistic.
It was hard for Cao Pi to imagine that after Jia Xu passed away, who else could he turn to for advice. However, Huang Tian paid off and the 'Wuhou' he had been looking for for several years finally appeared.
It turns out that the person who is more powerful than Sima Yi is actually his biological son. Why didn't he think of it at the beginning?
"Xiao Gao, let's have fun together." Cao Pi felt it was inappropriate before he could finish his words, so he immediately changed his words: "Forget it, let's leave the palace now and go to the Taiwei's Mansion."
"Ah? Yui"
Gao Miao was stunned by Cao Pi's "sharp turn". Except for some of Cao Pi's older concubines who lived in Yecheng, all the other concubines were taken to live in Luoyang. Three new favored concubines, Xue Lingyun, Chen Shangyi and Duan Qiaoxiao, lived in Hehuan Palace. Ji, Cao Pi must have been in high spirits when he was talking to Huandian, but the conversation changed to the Taiwei's Mansion.
Is the terminally ill old Jia so charming? She was actually more attractive than His Majesty's three favorite concubines. Gao Miao was puzzled and went to prepare the carriage and horses, and asked Xu Chu to arrange for tiger guards to accompany him.
Cao Pi secretly left the palace at night, and Xu Chu's Tiger Guard opened the way. Not long after, they came to the Taiwei's Mansion and called the door.
The Jia family were all asleep at this time. The concierge yawned and opened the door to ask, only to find that it was Yu Hu who came to the door. Soon the Taiwei Mansion lit the lights, and Jia Mu took several brothers out and welcomed Cao Pi into the house with fear.
When Cao Pi landed in the main hall, Jia Mu held up his hands and said, "Your Majesty came here at night to discuss military and state affairs with my father. However, my father is seriously ill and cannot stay here. Please forgive him for his rudeness."
"I'm aware of Taiwei's condition. I'm not sympathizing with him for bothering him late at night. Have you rested?" Cao Pi said with a kind face and no intention of blaming him.
Jia Mu replied: "I just barely fed him some porridge. Although he has fallen asleep for a while, I think he is still not heavy. I will wake him up now."
"If it weren't for an emergency, I would never be so rude. Please lead the way." Cao Pi stood up and pointed to the door.
"Wei." Jia Mu bowed and then led Cao Pi there.
Arriving outside Jia Xu's bedroom, Cao Pi ordered Gao Miao and Xu Chu to wait outside. Jia Mu woke up his father and also left.
Jia Xu was lifted up and half lying on the couch. At this time, his old eyes were slightly open and his face was tired. He only blinked when he saw Cao Pi.
Cao Pi sat on the edge of the couch, held the other party's hand, and said with emotion on his face: "Since I succeeded to the throne, every decision has been made with a plan. Now that the Wei State is in big trouble, someone has come up with a plan that may break the situation." , but I was still hesitant after thinking about it, so I came to my house to consult with you at night."
At the end of Cao Pi's words, Jia Xu nodded slightly in agreement, and Cao Pi revealed Sun Quan's vicious plan.
"No." Jia Xu pondered for a long time, and he was sure to spit out two words.
"But why? Attacking it with the epidemic will hurt both the enemy and ourselves, but Wei is weak and Wei is strong. If Jingzhou is defeated miserably, the danger of the Central Plains will be resolved. Without the threat of Guan Yu, we can gather the power of the whole country to regain Guanzhong and sweep away the Jing, benefit.”
Jia Xu's left hand was held in Cao Pi's hand. Cao Pi could feel that the other party was very excited, so he quickly expressed his doubts.
"Wei's danger lies in Yongliang, not in Jingzhou." Jia Xu just finished speaking a few words, and then he gasped for breath. After waiting for a long time, he continued to add: "This poisonous plan is based on Wei and is replaced by Guan Yu. It is not advisable."
The reason why Jia Xu is smart is that he can think of things that others can't think of. When Cao Pi heard his reminder, he immediately broke into a cold sweat behind his back. Sun Quan asked the Wei State to use the main force of the Central Plains to replace Guan Yu's Jingzhou Army, and Liu Bei's main force was at this time In Yongliang, it will not be affected much at all.
The consequences of the plague plan may not be that both sides will suffer, but that Wei will hurt its roots. Not only will Liu Bei be able to stand firm in Guanzhong, but he will also have a good chance of breaking into the Central Plains. Sun Quan will not only be able to take a breather, but may also conspire with Liu Bei to plot against Wei.
"Sun Zhongmou is not a good man. Your Majesty, please wait for the Nanman." Although Jia Xu's body collapsed, his IQ was still at a high level.
"Yes, I almost forgot about this move. South Central is remote and difficult to travel, and it takes a long time to deliver the message. We should wait patiently. I was affected by the battle in Yongliang. Forget it, I already know it in my heart. "
Cao Pi received Jia Xu's advice and realized that he had entered a misunderstanding. He put Jia Xu's arms under the quilt and looked at the wrinkled old man on the bed, wondering how many more times he would see him again.
Just as Cao Pi was turning to leave, he suddenly remembered what happened to Marquis Wu and asked him if he wanted to stop by, otherwise he might not have a chance. He then turned around and sat back on the couch.
"Lieutenant, I have one more thing to ask. The late emperor asked someone to pass down the name 'Wuhou' to me before his death. He said that this person can help me sweep away the talented people in the world. What do you think?"
"There are talented people from generation to generation. The emperor's order must be correct. Who knows where the person is?" Through Cao Pi's words, Jia Xu thought of the genocide of the Sima family. He had always suspected that it was Cao who destroyed Sima. Now it seems that he is right. You can also die with less regrets.
"I am in Jiangdong." Cao Pi did not tell the whole story.
"Very good. Sun Quan's traitors must be kept low-key and taken back." Jia Xu did not forget to tell him.
"Don't worry, Lieutenant. I know it well. You should take good care of your health and come back to visit when you are free." After that, Cao Pi stood up and left.
Jia Xu nodded with some relief, thinking that it would be great if he had a successor, but this was the last time the monarch and his ministers met.
Cao Pi left the mansion and boarded the carriage back to the palace. On the way, he recalled Jia Xu's words. He opened the curtain of the carriage and summoned Gao Miao and Xu Chu. He whispered to them: "Chang Wen (Chen Qun) will send people to Jianye tomorrow to prepare." After welcoming the Sima brothers back to Wei, I was worried that Sun Quan might not release them neatly. I still remember that when I sent the two brothers away in Ruxu, I did a lot to intimidate Zhuge Jin."
Gao Miao was just a chamberlain. When he heard Cao Pi talking to him about military affairs, he had question marks all over his face. Cao Pi continued: "Xiao Gao, you will go with Chang Wen's people tomorrow. You are behind the scenes and are responsible for the decision. You must welcome Sima back." brother."
"Ah? How can this slave be worthy of such an important task?" Gao Miao was frightened.
"Try to follow Sun Quan's wishes and satisfy any conditions that can be met verbally. If the other party still makes things difficult, at least make sure that one of them comes back, but it must be the one with the title of Wuhou. Check carefully to make sure you don't make a mistake." Cao Pi looked solemn.
"Wei." Gao Miao had no choice but to agree.
Cao Pi then told Xu Chu: "Xiao Gao's actions have a bearing on the fate of the Wei Dynasty. If we cannot recall this talented man, I have no confidence in defeating Liu Bei, so I sent two tiger guards to accompany them to ensure the safety of Xiao Gao and Wuhou."
"Wei." Xu Chu clenched his fists loudly.
(End of chapter)
