Seeing Man Chong's excited look, Mi Yang couldn't help but laugh.
Mi Yang's smile made Man Chong even more annoyed.
But although he said that Mi Yang killed him with words, he didn't do anything else except being angry.
Although there is no sharp knife in the tent, if you really want to commit suicide, why would you need a sharp knife?
After Man Chong was annoyed for a long time, Mi Yang stepped forward and bowed to Man Jun and said, "There was some negligence in Yang's words just now. I hope Man Jun will not blame you."
Mi Yang's apology attitude is quite sincere, and Mi Yang's sincere apology attitude is very lethal when combined with his current status in the world.
At least Man Chong's anger dissipated a lot after seeing Mi Yang's apology.
He also sat down slowly.
After sitting down, Man Chong stretched out his hand and invited Mi Yang to sit in front of him.
Man Chong's expression was so natural, as if the person who just said "Kill me with words" was not him.
And Man Chong's "arrogant at the front and respectful at the back" attitude was not beyond Mi Yang's expectations.
Before coming to Jieting, Mi Yang learned from the military newspaper that Man Chong was captured for the second time.
After learning the news at that time, Mi Yang had some vague thoughts in his mind.
After coming to the tent today and seeing everything Man Chong had prepared for him, he became more confident in his thoughts.
That's why Mi Yang deliberately used words to stimulate Man Chong.
This is not because Mi Yang wants to kill Man Chong's heart. Mi Yang wants to kill Man Chong's heart and see how he reacts.
Now judging from Man Chong's reaction, Mi Yang is a little more sure of that idea.
At Man Chong's invitation, Mi Yang came and sat down opposite him.
After Mi Yang sat down, Man Chong immediately poured a glass of wine for Mi Yang. After pushing the glass to Mi Yang's body, Man Chong said to Mi Yang:
"Chong was just too excited."
As a famous person in the world, Man Chong understands a truth.
That is, when the superior person gives you face, you'd better continue.
Otherwise, the end will be disastrous.
It is precisely because of understanding this principle that Man Chong was able to rise all the way up under Cao Cao.
Mi Yang is also quite satisfied with Man Chong's current attitude.
Mi Yang picked up the wine glass in front of him and looked at the wine in the glass. He didn't drink it in a hurry.
He first said with reminiscence: "Yang was fortunate enough to meet Lord Manchu outside Wudang City.
On that day, Yang twice invited Manjun to serve the Han Dynasty.
It's a pity that Manjun declined Yang's two invitations.
As the saying goes, things only last three times. At that time, Yang felt that Manjun was determined, so he did not recruit Manjun for the third time.
However, times have changed and the situation in the world is very different from the past. I wonder if Manjun will agree if Yang makes a third solicitation today?"
Mi Yang's first words when he sat down were very straightforward and made his purpose clearly clear.
It's not that Mi Yang doesn't understand the meaning of foreshadowing, it's just that Mi Yang has already done the corresponding foreshadowing just now.
Mi Yang believed that he understood Man Chong's thoughts at that moment.
Sure enough, when faced with Mi Yang's third solicitation today, Man Chong did not show the same expression of resistance as he did that day.
A look of thoughtfulness gradually appeared on his face.
Man Chong is weighing the pros and cons.
Man Chong was a capable minister, but he was not a loyal minister.
In other words, most of the purely loyal ministers were slaughtered by Cao Cao during his lifetime.
Most of the current ministers of Cao Wei are capable people, but at the same time they attach great importance to their own interests.
The most important reason why Man Chong rejected Mi Yang before was that although the Han Dynasty had many victories in battles with the Wei army that year, it was still not on par with the Wei army in terms of national and military strength.
But just as Mi Yang said, the situation in the world has changed dramatically this year.
In the battle of Liangzhou, the Wei army was defeated miserably.
Tens of thousands of Han troops took advantage of the situation and launched the Northern Expedition. For a time, they were so powerful that they seemed to be sweeping through Guanzhong.
In this case, Mi Yang's words of solicitation are quite tempting.
But Man Chong didn't rush to make a decision.
Man Chong looked up at Mi Yang and said to him:
"Chong has turned gray on his temples, and I don't know how long he can survive in this world.
If the general just uses high-ranking officials and generous salaries as inducements, he may still not be able to get what he wants."
There was no one else in the tent except Mi Yang and Man Chong, and since Mi Yang began to speak frankly, there was no need for Man Chong to hide them.
After saying these words, Man Chong continued:
"At the beginning of the year, Your Majesty, Emperor Wei issued an edict.
In the edict, Emperor Wei directly implemented the nine-level Zhongzheng system that had been implemented before to the whole country, and modified many contents of the nine-level Zhongzheng system."
"In the revised content, Emperor Wei no longer imposes restrictions on the children of aristocratic families in the world. The general is well-informed and should know about this.
And with the intelligence of the general, he should have known the reason why Emperor Wei wanted to make the Nine-Rank Zhongzheng a national policy at this time."
After listening to Man Chong's words, Mi Yang's expression condensed.
Just as Man Chong said, he knew why Cao Pi did what he did.
The nine-level Zhongzheng system was originally a compromise made by Cao Pi to the world's aristocratic families in order to successfully proclaim himself emperor.
But Cao Pi, who had extraordinary political talents, was certainly not a fool.
He knew that the Nine-Rank Zhongzheng System could make families all over the world fall in love with him, and he also knew that the Nine-Rank Zhongzheng System was advanced in recommending talents.
But Cao Pi also knew that the Nine-Rank Zhongzheng System was a double-edged sword.
If used improperly, it is likely to damage the foundation of dynastic rule - centralization of power.
Therefore, before this year, the nine-level Zhongzheng system was implemented in Cao Wei, but it was limited to certain areas.
Even for the children of aristocratic families who were selected by the ninth-grade Zhongzheng system, Cao Pi would not let them occupy important positions all at once.
Under these two restrictions, the political impact of the nine-level Zhongzheng system on Cao Wei in the past was more beneficial than harmful.
But just this year, Cao Pi issued an order to the whole country to personally remove the two sets of shackles that he originally placed on the Nine-Rank Zhongzheng System.
What are the consequences of this?
The most direct consequence was that the negative impact of Liangzhou's defeat was instantly minimized by Cao Pi.
Because Cao Pi greatly satisfied the desires of the aristocratic families in Cao Wei.
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! For example, the Governor of Longxi, You Chu, do you really think he is some kind of loyal and courageous minister of the Wei Dynasty?
It's just that the newly revised nine-level Zhongzheng system has greatly benefited You Chu's family, which made You Chu willing to fight for Cao Wei until the last moment.
The group of local bureaucrats represented by You Chu were willing to resist the Han army essentially because they wanted to protect their family's vested interests in Cao Wei.
Of course, Cao Pi relaxed the restrictions on the nine-level Zhongzheng system. From a long-term perspective, it will definitely do more harm than good to Cao Wei.
Cao Pi's understanding of the virtues of today's aristocratic families cannot be lower than Mi Yang's.
But Cao Pi didn't have any good ideas.
Politics and military are closely related. With continuous military defeats, only continuous political concessions can barely maintain the foundation of rule.
At least judging from the current situation, Cao Pi's act of drinking poison to quench his thirst has indeed stabilized Cao Wei's situation and the people of Cao Wei to the greatest extent.
Just like You Chu who is thousands of miles away, or Man Chong who is sitting in front of Mi Yang.
The reason why Mi Yang's face became frozen after listening to Man Chong's words was because he heard the hidden meaning behind Man Chong's words.
"Does the Manchu Lord want to advise me that the Nine-Rank Zhongzheng System will also be implemented in the territory of the Han Dynasty in the future?"
Mi Yang's guess made Man Chong nod involuntarily.
When faced with Mi Yang's recruitment just now, Man Chong first used his old age to show that high-ranking officials and generous salaries alone could not impress him.
This reason is quite normal.
After all, according to common sense, half of the feet have already fallen out of favor in the loess, so there is really no need to change the door.
Because Man Chong spent most of his life working hard to reach his current high position in Cao Wei.
And if he changes his position, as a fallen general, what kind of position can he climb after entering the officialdom of the Han Dynasty?
Whether it was his sensitive identity or his old age, Man Chong didn't have much hope for his future after joining the Han army.
If you only look at the first half of Man Chong's words, Man Chong still reveals his polite rejection of Mi Yang's solicitation.
But if Man Chong really wanted to reject Mi Yang, there was no need for him to take such a stance today, and there was no need to mention the Jiuping Zhongzheng system to Mi Yang.
Man Chong did this because, as Mi Yang guessed, he hoped Mi Yang would show greater sincerity to recruit him.
For example, he promised him that in the future, the nine-level Zhongzheng system would also be implemented in the Han Dynasty.
As long as Mi Yang can guarantee this, then Man Chong will naturally be willing to work for Mi Yang.
Because even if he could no longer hold a high position after entering the Han Dynasty, the existence of the Nine-Rank Zhongzheng System could guarantee the prosperity and wealth of the Manchu clan in the Han Dynasty.
Once people get older, they naturally value the future of their family more.
As for whether Mi Yang's guarantee was useful, Man Chong didn't worry about it at all.
Who will decide the future of the Han Dynasty? Not only the people within the Han Dynasty know, but also the people in Cao Wei.
Faced with Mi Yang's speculation, Man Chong nodded calmly and said, "The general is wise."
Because of his high opinion of Mi Yang, Man Chong unconsciously praised Mi Yang.
But after hearing Man Chong's praise for herself, Mi Yang almost raised the case directly.
What a great guy!
Mi Yang's face suddenly became serious, and he directly refused Man Chong and said:
"The Nine-Rank Zhongzheng System can never be implemented in the Han Dynasty.
This is Gu’s guarantee.”
Mi Yang's resolute refusal surprised Man Chong.
He didn't understand why Mi Yang refused this condition.
"The great general cannot fail to see the influence that the Nine-Rank Zhongzheng System has on the hearts of the world.
As long as the general can implement the nine-level Zhongzheng system, then with the general's prestige in the world and the belonging of the people of the world, how can the general not compete with Cao Wei?
This will not only help the Han to unify the world more quickly, but it will also benefit the general himself for a long time to come. Why did the general refuse?"
Man Chong was puzzled by Mi Yang's rejection.
In Man Chong's view, the main reason why Mi Yang recruited him three times was not because he valued himself more as a person, but because he valued his influence among the Central Plains aristocratic families.
Because the Han and Cao Wei have been at war for so many years, although some generals have surrendered to the Han, there has never been a famous person with a high status in the world who has taken the initiative to abandon Wei and surrender to the Han.
This is not conducive to the rapid expansion of the Han's influence in the world.
At this point, Mi Yang urgently needs to recruit himself to make up for this shortcoming of the big man.
But if Mi Yang had this purpose, then he had no reason to reject his proposal.
Because accepting him alone may only win the hearts of some aristocratic families in the Central Plains.
But if the Nine-Rank Zhongzheng system is implemented, then the hearts of most aristocratic families in the world will gradually gravitate to Mi Yang.
A man in power who is victorious in every battle and willing to protect his own interests, why should the aristocratic family not like him?
And the words Man Chong said at the end are even more profound.
Mi Yang's own interests are in the future. Thinking of Cao Pi's previous move to obtain the throne with the nine-level Zhongzheng system, Man Chong almost didn't say those two words directly.
Man Chong thought that his proposal would be of great benefit to Mi Yang without any harm. He really didn't understand why Mi Yang refused.
But Man Chong did not give up, and continued to persuade Mi Yang: "As long as the general can accept Chong's advice, Chong is willing to be the general's envoy and go to persuade the governor of Longxi to surrender to Chu."
Since it is difficult to realize Taiyuan's interests, Man Chong thought he could give Mi Yang a big gift first.
It's not just You Chu in Longxi County. Man Chong believes that as long as Mi Yang makes a guarantee, the officials of many counties in Guanzhong will all raise their voices to Mi Yang.
This will make Mi Yang's next move to regain Guanzhong more effective with half the effort.
But facing the temptation of Man Chong being released again, Mi Yang's resolute attitude remained unchanged.
"Do you think you'll take it to heart if you just travel to Chu?
Even in the whole Guanzhong, Gu is confident and can recover with Gu's efforts.
Why compromise?"
Man Chong made it clear what he said, so it was certainly impossible for Mi Yang not to understand the benefits Man Chong said.
But remembering the past is the guide for the future.
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! If he implements the nine-level Zhongzheng system, it will indeed allow the Han Dynasty to have less but a lot of resistance in the future unification war.
But the Nine-Rank Zhongzheng System is a matter of endless disaster.
This kind of thing has a clear lesson in history.
More than two hundred years ago, the Emperor of the Han Dynasty made compromises with the wealthy families in the world in order to quickly quell the war.
With the compromise of Han Shizu, his process of pacifying the world was indeed less difficult, and he finally succeeded in recovering the Han Dynasty.
But after the establishment of the Eastern Han Dynasty, the disadvantages of the previous Han Dynasty ancestors' compromises with the world's aristocratic families were also reflected.
During the two hundred years of the Eastern Han Dynasty, there was not a single year without political chaos.
Isn't the biggest reason for the demise of the Eastern Han Dynasty also the root of the disaster that was planted at the beginning of the founding of the country?
Moreover, doesn’t the occurrence of the Wu Huan Hua in later generations also be attributed to the Nine-Rank Zhongzheng System?
The man Mi Yang wants to recover is a man that people can be proud of, and he is a man who can bring stability to the people.
It is by no means a deformed dynasty that appears to be Han in appearance, but is actually a soft Jin Dynasty on the inside.
In front of Man Chong, Mi Yang reiterated his attitude:
"The benefits lie in the future, and if the people benefit, they will not be alone.
But for the benefit of the common people, I am willing to work in the present day!"
What are young people afraid of?
Mi Yang is very willing to do this in exchange for peace and joy for future generations despite the hardships of his own generation.
After realizing Mi Yang's resolute attitude, Man Chong was speechless for a long time.
Sometimes he really doesn't know whether he should call Ji Hanzhong stupid or full of ideals.
Man Chong's face turned gloomy. He thought that with Mi Yang's rejection, he and the big man would no longer have any fate.
But Mi Yang's next words rekindled Man Chong's hope.
"The ninth-grade Zhongzheng system will not be implemented, but I am not unwilling to make concessions to benefit the world.
There is only one system, are you willing to listen to it?"
Man Chong was aroused by Mi Yang's words: "Huh?"
Seeing Man Chong's curious expression, a smile appeared on Mi Yang's lips.
"This system is called the imperial examination."
Mi Yang's smile was very bright, as bright as a big bad wolf coaxing the little white rabbit.
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