Today's Cao Cao has undergone tremendous changes in his mentality.
The most obvious thing is that the ambition to be enterprising is far less strong than before.
Especially after eliminating Yuan Shao.
Occupying the vast and rich lands such as the Central Plains and Hebei gave Cao Cao a sense of satisfaction.
This time, with the help of Liu Zhang, after successfully proclaiming himself king and establishing the country, I felt even more comfortable!
In his spare time, Cao Cao always came up with an idea unconsciously.
Facing a powerful enemy like Liu Zhang, perhaps it would be good to hold on to this legacy and pass it on to future generations!
Over time, Cao Cao couldn't help but feel extremely frightened.
Why did you lose your enterprising spirit?
Will I be satisfied with the status quo even if I am a talented person?
Finally one day, Cao Cao had an epiphany.
Age and the huge burden on his body gave him a peaceful mind.
"Following filial piety, there are unforeseen circumstances, and people have misfortune and good fortune. Who can have everything going as planned?"
"Knowing that the destined year is a hurdle, I really don't want to wait, and I'm afraid I won't be able to wait..."
Seeing Cao Cao looking so sad, with his black and white hair, Guo Jia was extremely moved.
yes! Cao Cao will be fifty years old soon!
To put it bluntly, at the age of fifty, if you still have destiny, it really just depends on God’s will.
Death after the age of fifty is not considered a premature death, nor is it considered an early death.
Guo Jia looked at his hands and suddenly realized that they were no longer as delicate as before.
It turns out that he is already thirty-four years old!
In the blink of an eye, I have been following Cao Cao for more than ten years!
Looking back on the past, when Cao Cao was just forty years old and Guo Jia was just weak, the emperor and his ministers worked hand in hand with each other.
With just one county in Dongjun, we can defeat Yuan Shu, attack Tao Qian, defeat Lu Bu, and attack Liu Bei!
Along the way, we have gone through many hardships and dangers!
After more than ten years of hard work, the former prefect of Dongjun finally became today's King of Wei step by step.
Guo Jia originally thought that Cao Cao was a talented man who would not be hampered by his age and always had great ambitions.
I just discovered today that such a heroic figure has to lament that time is not forgiving.
"The King of Wei is blessed with great fortune, and the road to hegemony has just begun!"
"Don't say five years, even ten years, the King of Wei can take command and go on an expedition!"
Cao Cao smiled, but his laughter contained more of relief and helplessness.
"In ten more years, I will be old enough to hear you!"
"At that time, it will be difficult for Gu's will to affect the world..."
Why did the ancients say that sixty is the age of hearing?
It is to tell future generations that at this age, what is right or wrong must be judged according to what is right!
How could Cao Cao, such a hero, not see through this?
"King Wei..."
Guo Jia moved his lips and wanted to say something, but he didn't say a word.
At this moment, he no longer complained about Cao Cao's eagerness for quick success, but had a little more understanding.
"Fengxiao, after being alone for a hundred years, I still have to entrust you with my posthumous affairs!"
"Among Gu's sons, only Cao Ang is pure in nature, loyal and courageous! He is the most qualified to inherit Gu's great cause."
"It's a pity that Ang'er died at the hands of Lu Bu in order to save his younger brother!"
Thinking of this, Cao Cao couldn't help but feel sad.
If Cao Ang was still alive, Cao Cao would not hesitate to make him the prince of Wei on the day of the founding of the country!
Guo Jia looked gloomy and blamed himself for this matter.
No one thought that Lu Bu, who was at the end of his rope, could send troops to attack Cao Jun's food road.
"Hey, King Wei expresses my condolences..."
"But there is one thing that I have to say!"
Cao Cao glanced at Guo Jia thoughtfully and nodded lightly.
"Fengxiao, do you want to talk about the crown prince?"
"good!"
If he hadn't been worried about the Southern Expedition, Guo Jia would have remonstrated with Cao Cao long ago.
"The King of Wei, the Wei State during the Warring States Period, was successively run by Marquis Wen, Marquis Wu and his son, firmly establishing his position as the Seven Heroes of the Warring States Period!"
"But because Wu Hou did not appoint a prince, after Wu Hou suddenly died suddenly, the country immediately fell into chaos!"
Cao Cao's eyes twitched wildly and he glanced at Guo Jia with some dissatisfaction.
Doesn’t this curse him to a sudden death?
That is Guo Jia, if it were another person, Cao Cao would at least be reprimanded, or at worst, he would be beheaded!
Guo Jia also knew that his metaphor was inappropriate, so he quickly confessed to Cao Cao.
"My words are disrespectful. Please punish me, King Wei!"
As Guo Jia was about to bow down, Cao Cao supported him.
"Fengxiao, why should this be done between you and me?"
"I understand what you mean, but I also have a compelling reason..."
Logically speaking, once Cao Ang died, Cao Pi would naturally become the eldest son.
However, Cao Cao always felt that Cao Pi did not look like someone who would achieve great things, and he was even more afraid that the country he had finally conquered would be ruined by him.
Although the youngest son Cao Chong was deeply loved by Cao Cao, he was too young and Cao Chong's mother was a concubine.
The consequences of Yuan Shao and Liu Biao abolishing their elders and establishing younger ones are still vivid in their minds. How dare Cao Cao make such a decision easily!
"King Wei, I know your concerns, but you have to think about Liu Zhang!"
Guo Jia thought for a while and decided to use Liu Zhang's example to persuade Cao Cao from the side.
"After Liu Zhang founded the country, he immediately ennobled his eldest son Liu Xun as the crown prince. Didn't the King of Wei see Liu Zhang's sophistication?"
Cao Cao shook his head, he really didn't think that much.
"King Wei, Liu Zhang rose to power in Yizhou, so he is inextricably linked to the Yizhou family."
"After Yongliang was pacified, the Guanlong family flocked to join, and the situation with many factions will become more complicated."
"Once there is no clear crown prince, the Yizhou clan and the Guanlong clan will win over Liu Zhang's son respectively, thus starting a struggle and confrontation for power!"
"In this case, you will only lose your own strength!"
"It was fine when Liu Zhang was around, but once Liu Zhang dies, the Qin State will encounter subversive changes!"
Cao Cao became more and more shocked as he listened, and his back was already soaked with sweat.
Guo Jia seems to be talking about Liu Zhang of Qin State, but isn't he actually talking about himself?
Compared to the confrontation between the Yizhou clan and the Guanlong clan, the confrontation between the Yingchuan clan and the Hebei clan is probably even worse and more direct.
Especially this time when the Yingchuan family even sacrificed Xun Yu to become king and found the country, is it possible to just give up?
"King Wei, I heard that Young Master Cao Pi has a very good relationship with Chen Qun."
"Recently, thanks to Chen Qun's relationship, my relationship with Sima Yi seems to have become closer..."
Guo Jiadu said it so straightforwardly. If Cao Cao still doesn't understand, then he is sorry for his name.
"They are so brave, they actually started targeting Gu's son!"
Cao Cao was still a little confused at first, but now he completely understands.
The Yingchuan clan is headed by Xun, Zhong, Chen and Han.
In the Xuchang court, Chen Qun and Zhong Yao joined forces to break up Xun Yu and openly supported Cao Cao in becoming king.
It seems that it was not a sudden defection at all, but that it had been purposeful for a long time.
"King Wei, calm down! Before the world is pacified, don't cause too many troubles!"
"Especially before killing Liu Zhang!"
