In these days, the more Cao Pi deepened his understanding of Dahan, the more he understood how right his father was and how difficult it was.
Cao Pi was not a genius, nor was he very quick-witted. In fact, he couldn't see through many things at once. To know the whole story, he needed to think about it for a long time.
But this time, he figured it out.
In other words, he thought he had figured it out.
The first is military power.
Whether Cao Cao has swords or guns is very important. If Cao Cao does not control military power, no matter how powerful he is in the temple and how good his reputation among the people, he is still just a chopping block when faced with power.
The fish meat on the plate has no resistance at all. Even if it is not able to kill it temporarily, it will be difficult to escape the dilemma of killing the donkey in the future.
Therefore, my father firmly controlled the army and let his brothers and relatives take charge of the local soldiers. This was an excellent and most important point.
His father Cao Cao did this and did it very well.
It seems that no matter who is in the later generations, they can talk about the barrel of a gun. It is not that these people in later generations are smarter than the Han people, but that some great people took the lead in summing up this law and dedicated it selflessly. And then some
The guy thought he understood.
Cao Pi thought so too, and thought he understood.
The second is the public sentiment.
Some people think that the word "people" refers to common people, some people think it means gentry, and some people think it means both, or neither.
Cao Pi felt that the people's heart was the gentry.
Just like Cao Cao cannot live without the Xiahou family of the Cao family, the Shandong political power cannot live without the entire gentry system.
Therefore, it should be like commanding military power to integrate the "people's hearts", remove those who are disloyal and leave those who are loyal, so that the Shandong gentry system can finally come together with Cao Cao.
As for the second point, Cao Pi felt that he could give it a try.
After all, as Cao Cao's son, he should share Cao Cao's worries.
Strictly speaking, Cao Pi was not a good leader.
He likes to pretend.
Pretending to be better or pretending to be something else...
This is his strength and also his weakness.
In fact, his mother had many outstanding qualities, not just "pretending". Mrs. Bian was able to stand out among the singers. In addition to pretense and the instinct of observing words and expressions, her ability to know how to advance and retreat was also a very important factor.
But the question is Cao Pi...
Compared with Mrs. Bian, he is not only a little less intelligent, but also a little less patient.
So Cao Pi showed his dissatisfaction with Kong Rong.
Cao Pi did not directly express his disgust with Kong Rong, he said it in a roundabout way.
However, because Cao Pi was not an experienced driver yet, he turned too sharply and the car overturned.
Cao Pi looked for Dong Zhao, Chen Qun, and even Lu Hong, etc. Chi Chi Chi Gu Gu. Although Cao Pi pretended to be concerned about current affairs, what Cao Pi wanted to do could not be hidden from these people.
Cao Pi's behavior was then stopped.
Was called back by Cao Cao...
"What do you think killing is? Is it just beheading?" Cao Cao squinted his eyes, with a smile on his face, but said words as cold as ice, "Is killing someone so simple? Okay, let me ask you, do you know?"
Why did I kill Bian Wenli back then?"
Cao Pi was a little confused. Wasn't he talking about Kong Rong again? Why did he suddenly get involved in giving in?
"It's not because..." Cao Pi said with a little hesitation, "Because Bian Wenli ridiculed my father?"
"Scoff." Cao Cao made a sound that he didn't know whether it was a laugh or disdain, "Think about it... By the way, why don't you change this problem? Huh?"
"..." Cao Pi trembled slightly.
Cao Cao glanced at Cao Pi, and then looked at the book in his hand.
I don’t know if this is Cao Pi’s ability or Cao Pi’s bad habits. Because Cao Pi himself lacks quick wit, it is difficult for him to think comprehensively when thinking about problems. In addition, Cao Cao usually has complicated affairs, so when he was a child, Cao Pi could only follow him.
Being with my mother, Mrs. Bian, I learned a lot of skills in observing words and emotions, but I didn't learn how to use my brain later.
When encountering a problem, Cao Pi likes to throw out an answer at random, and then check whether the answer is correct from the other party's reaction.
There is no problem with this method when meeting his parents, because both Cao Cao and Mrs. Bian will correct Cao Pi after discovering that his answer is wrong. However, if Cao Pi forms a habit, what he encounters in the future will not be the same.
Just his parents...
Just like this time, Cao Pi went to Dong Zhao, Chen Qun and others. Basically, what he got was "the master said it is true" and "it is exactly what the master said". There was no effective feedback at all.
Even so, Cao Pi still couldn't change his original habits all at once. After all, wouldn't it be nice if he had to use his brain less? Wouldn't it be nice to eat and drink? Why do you want to do that?
But in Cao Cao's case, I felt that Cao Pi was "deliberately" pretending to be stupid.
"Come here, I'll tell you." Cao Cao waited for a moment, a little impatient, and gave Cao Pi a sideways look, then threw the book in his hand on the table, "Chen Liu, who has a surname of Gao? There is a Gao family in Yu County.
.First there was the Gao family, Gu, who did not serve in the king's life, was harmed by the governor of Huaiyang, and was named after the martyrdom festival. Gu's son was named Shen, Dunhou Shaohua, was the magistrate of two counties, and was the governor of Donglai. He returned home from old age and illness, and his thatched hut was sparse.
, the Wengfou has no reserves, and it can be said that he was famous in the Qing Dynasty. Shenzi Shi, Chang, Shi, and was the governor and county governor. Shizihong, promoted filial piety and integrity; Hongzijing, the captain of Shu County; Jingzirou, served somewhere. And
There was Shen Zici, Sili Xiaowei. Zi Gong, the prefect of Shu County. Gong Ziqian, was the former general of the original period..."
"There is the Gao family in Yuxian County, and then there is also the Cai family..." Cao Cao said in a twittering voice, as if he had several family treasures, "I won't mention the Cai family. Some of them are serving as officials somewhere, and of course the more famous one is in Guanzhong... among Yanzhou
, who else? The Puyang family and the Jiang family are relatively small ones, so don’t mention them..."
"Shou Zhang...Zhang family?" Cao Pi said, and then looked at his father's face out of habit. After taking a look, he suddenly recalled that his father had just said not to look at his face, and quickly turned his eyes.
He turned to one side and looked at it from the corner of his eye, but he didn't know that he looked even stupider like this.
Cao Cao didn't care about Cao Pi's little actions at this moment. He couldn't help but fall into memories because of the words Cao Pi mentioned, "Yes, there is a Zhang family in Shouzhang..."
The Zhang family, Zhang Miao, and Zhang Chao, who were once famous in the past, have now turned into loess. Cao Cao still retained some dignity. He only killed his entire family and did not exterminate the clan. However, the Zhang family also left Chen Liu's top position. The big name suddenly fell down...
"There are also the Shouzhang Wang family and the Pingqiu Qin family, both of whom have eight chefs. In Wei County, there is also the Zhang family, who has a Confucian style. There is also the Ruan family, who is good at classics, proficient in music, and has many talents." Cao Cao followed. After recovering from a slight trance, he continued, "There is a Wu family in Changyuan. His ancestors had a quarrel with the general Liang. Because he was exempted from returning home, he no longer served as an official. He irrigated gardens and vegetables, and taught scriptures. Many of them have clear names." .There is the Liu family in Donghun, who is the descendant of King Xiao of Liang. There is also the Yu family in Donghun, and there are three Dukes in the second generation..."
Cao Cao continued to lick his fingers, "The Fan family in Waihuang, the Lu family in Rencheng, the Yan family in Jibei, the Dai family in Gangxian County, the Fan family in Luxian County, and the Wen family in Jiyin... these were all big families at that time or in one place, or local tycoons." , or a famous family is passed on, or a loyal and good person...so, does Pi'er understand?"
"..." Cao Pi was silent for a while, "I understand."
"What do you understand?" Cao Cao asked.
Cao Pi lowered his head, "These are all wealthy families with high surnames..."
Cao Cao almost spit out blood.
Do you still need to "understand" this?
I state so much just to make you understand that there are these people?
Realizing that the expression on Mr. Lao Cao's face was worried, Cao Pi quickly added some oil, started the turbine, boosted the pressure and started to spin, "My father's intention is... There are many big families in Yanzhou, and the Bian family... is their vanguard. If they don't cut it off, I'm afraid... Is there endless trouble?』
Cao Cao's face softened a little and he nodded slightly.
"At that time, the Bian family had a son named Feng, who was also named Jingzhao Yin. He was also named Neng. The county people said, "There are three kings Zhao, Zhang and Yan in the front, and there are two kings Bian and Yan behind." After that, there was a son named Shao. His articles are well-known and he has taught hundreds of people. During the reign of Xiaohuan, he was the Marquis of Linying, and he worshiped the Taizhong magistrate, and wrote Dongguan. He then moved to the north to be the magistrate, and worshiped the Shangshu Ling. Later, he became the Prime Minister of Chen, and he died as an official. He wrote poems. , odes, steles, inscriptions, books, policies, etc., fifteen of them, I am truly a literary giant of the time."
"And Bian's son let..." Cao Cao paused for a moment, then sighed slightly, "He is indeed talented... but relying on talent... the key is that he doesn't understand the reason... He sent money and food to Yanzhou, of course, to strengthen himself, and to The intention of Wu Li Ming was to recruit soldiers to stabilize the area and resist the Black Mountains! The Black Mountain bandits invaded Yanzhou. These powerful people lived in Wubao, huddled within the high walls, or were safe, but the local people, the rural villages The stronghold is being attacked by evil hands! The Bian family is stingy with money and food, so they obstruct it, make many sarcastic remarks, and incite public opinion to resist... If we don't kill him, our great cause will be ruined!"
In fact, Cao Cao said it as briefly as possible. The real situation is very complicated. At the same time, the powerful noble families in Yanzhou still supported Cao Cao against the Black Mountain bandits at that time, and did not oppose Cao Cao's fight against the Black Mountain bandits as Cao Cao said. It was to oppose Cao Cao's continued expansion of his army after defeating the Black Mountain bandits.
When the Black Mountain bandits came, Cao Cao and others were volunteers and strong men. After the Black Mountain bandits were defeated, Cao Cao became warriors and eunuchs...
In addition, the old boy Tao Qian in Xuzhou was not well-intentioned at that time. Yuan Shu was planning to go north in the south. Liu Biao in Jingzhou was not old yet and was also considering whether to go north or south. Yuan Shao was busy dealing with Gongsun Zan and had no choice.
How much support can I give to Cao Cao?
Therefore, Bian Rang was actually just a leader. Bian Rang was young and energetic at the time, and he was impulsive when he was encouraged by others. Of course, maybe Bian Rang also wanted to suppress Cao Cao, and then gain his own fame and gain.
Planning for a higher position.
Cao Cao killed Bian Rang, who was dancing the most joyfully at the time, which indeed temporarily calmed down the situation. The money and food confiscated from the Bian family, and the subsequent transfer of money and food from other noble surnames, also made Cao Cao
After the crisis of material shortage at that time.
And the consequences that broke out after a brief calm almost killed Cao Cao.
From that time on, Lao Cao learned that those who held important positions must belong to Lao Cao's family.
"If that's the case, and Bian's son can draw lessons from the past, why did I arrest Kong Wenju?" Cao Cao looked at Cao Pi and said, "I know you have been running around for this matter these past few days... But Pi'er, you did something wrong!
Killing Bian Wenli is not based on someone’s likes and dislikes! You must understand!”
"Uh..." Cao Pi replied subconsciously, "I understand..."
Cao Cao frowned, "You always said it clearly, but how did you do it?"
"My child, my child shouldn't discuss government affairs arbitrarily..." Cao Pi lowered his head.
"..." Cao Cao looked at Cao Pi and began to wonder, can this guy return the goods? Why is he so stupid? He didn't even fall when he was young? If he is like his mother, isn't his mother still alive?
A very smart brother?
In the Han Dynasty, there were not many restrictions on the heirs' contact with foreign ministers, let alone any taboos. It was not until the cars of the Tang Dynasty rumbled past that the heirs and princes were highly vigilant against unauthorized contact with foreign ministers.
Therefore, Cao Cao's dissatisfaction with Cao Pi was not because Cao Pi went to see any foreign ministers, but because of other reasons.
"Are you crazy about Bian Wenli or you crazy about Zhengping?" Cao Cao frowned and said, "Did Bian Wenli scold me more harshly, or Chen Kongzhang scolded me more harshly? Why did I kill Bian instead of you Zhengping and Chen Kongzhang? I just said
Why should I tell you in detail about the big families in Yanzhou?"
"This..." Cao Pi's turbine started to spin rapidly, but unfortunately there was not much oil in the engine. He could faintly see green smoke rising from his head, "Father, you are saying...no, not selfish desires? By the way, it's "to govern the country, to get it"
If the emotions are suppressed, there will be rule; if the emotions are not suppressed, there will be chaos."?"
Cao Cao's brows seemed to loosen a little, "Well, it's somewhat interesting, but it's not accurate."
"..." Cao Pi's turbine suddenly stalled. This is not accurate? What kind of trouble is this?!
"A gentleman should stick to his basic principles, and the Tao will be born from his basic principles." Cao Cao said slowly, "When doing things as a human being, you should know the basics. Do you understand?"
"I..." Cao Pi subconsciously wanted to explain, but he was worried that if Lao Cao asked him what he understood, he would be stuck in the middle and would go crazy if he couldn't get up or down.
"You said, since a gentleman is committed to his foundation, then what should be the foundation of our Cao family?" Cao Cao asked.
When Cao Pi knew this, he raised his head happily and said, "You should be a soldier! The Cao family should make a living by holding a sword!"
Cao Cao nodded, "Yes, you should hold a blade. Then where does this blade come from?"
"This..." Cao Pi was stuck again, and after a while he said, "This blade comes from the people..."
Cao Cao nodded again, "This is the reason why I killed the Bian family! The Bian family did not insult me, and I did not hate the Bian family. This is the place where my destiny was established. There must be no loss. It was not my selfish desire to kill him, but the Cao family." Kill them together! Therefore, even though there is rebellion later, the Cao family's children still return to their hearts and share the same hatred of the enemy!"
"Although Chen Kongzhang, you Zhengping and others are insulting someone, it is just a temporary anger and has nothing to do with the overall situation." Cao Cao continued, "Killing him would appear to be stingy... It is better to forgive... He is a person who is loved and disliked by the world." If everything cannot be done in one place, is there any reason to kill them all? If you kill for private reasons, even if you kill one person, you will be considered small. If you kill for the public, even if you kill tens of thousands, you can still be the hero! In the past, General Huangfu would not kill anyone at home. He went out to massacre a hundred thousand people, the rivers were stained with blood, and the roads around the capital were blocked, but who wouldn't call him a hero?"
Cao Pi suddenly understood and said loudly: "My child understands! As a gentleman, you should seek his roots. This "roots" is the Cao family, which is official business. Only by killing the public is justice!"
"Then what kind of nonsense are you talking about when you are walking around these two days?" Cao Cao squinted and looked at Cao Pi with disdain, "Kong Wenju is unfaithful and unfilial? Insulting the prime minister? A fishy place? Huh? Just these words, do you think others will see it? If you don't come out, do you want Kong Wenju to die?"
"This..." Cao Pi lowered his head, but he couldn't help but murmur in his stomach. Isn't this Kong Rong's crime what you said before? I just repeated it. How come it has become my selfish desire again?
"Someone wants to kill Kong Wenju, not because of his crime, but because of his behavior!" Cao Cao said in a deep voice, "Now that the Han Dynasty is exhausted, if you want to revive it, the people must follow it! And where are these people now? Kill them." Kong Wenju did it as a last resort, because he was forced by the hussar."
"Huh?" Cao Pi was stunned for a moment, could this involve Qiao Qi?
In Cao Pi's confused eyes, Cao Cao slowly explained.
Nowadays, although Cao Cao controls a large territory and has a large population, the overall system is very backward and the economy is stagnant without much development. Many workshops in Shandong have been closed due to the import of goods from Guanzhong. Only in Yanzhou There are only some small workshops around the important cities of Yuzhou and Jizhou, which are completely incomparable with the large-scale factories in Guanzhong.
Cao Cao also wanted reform and development, but he couldn't keep up with the basics. He didn't do many things well in the early days. Even if Cao Cao now wants to build the same business and industry as Fei Qian, the first thing is that the labor force cannot keep up and is not satisfied.
Most of the Han people are illiterate. Shandong is known as the peak of literature, but even in the hometown of Confucius, only one or two out of ten ordinary people are literate, and the rest are even none. Under such conditions, productivity is very low. It's as low as you can imagine.
In addition, the trade in Guanzhong was developed. In order to meet the needs of the gentry children for the luxury goods in Guanzhong, in order to get more money, the gentry children had to enclose more land and let more self-cultivators become their serf tenants. Almost
These people are treated as livestock and kept in the manor.
Therefore, if Cao Cao wants to make a series of improvements, he will definitely need a large number of people. These people are bound to the original manor by the children of the gentry. To obtain these people will touch upon the fundamental interests of the gentry everywhere, so Kong Rong represents
These people jumped out to oppose Cao Cao...
Even Cao Cao has already done one in Xu County.
Of course, if Cao Cao had not shown a tough attitude in Xu County before, maybe some people would dance more cheerfully now?
Cao Cao can choose to use the toughest attitude to suppress these noblemen and execute them for rebellion, but this will also lead to wars everywhere in Shandong, and then the guy in Guanzhong will take advantage of it, so Cao Cao can only walk on a tightrope now, with flames on one side.
There is ice and cold on one side, the wind and thunder of the sky above the head, and the abyss beneath the feet.
Killing is definitely not just for the sake of killing. Otherwise, what is the difference between killing and a butcher?
"It's not difficult to kill Kong Wenju alone," Cao Cao sighed, "The difficulty is that it's not Kong Wenju's business alone..."
