"Today we will know why Your Majesty asked this son to be promoted to Du Shu, and also named Wang Su's daughter as his wife."
In the small pavilion in the Tianyuan Pool, General Cao Zhen silently watched Xia Houhui's retreating back, and suddenly sighed with emotion.
Yes, as the most trusted person of Emperor Cao Rui, even if he was guarding in Chang'an, the Emperor would inform him of many hidden things through private messages and ask for his opinion.
This can be regarded as one of the habits developed by the emperor in his early years.
Because when Cao Rui first succeeded to the throne, it was Cao Zhen who stayed in Luoyang, the capital, to help him stabilize the situation and get through the most difficult period of the transition between the old and new monarchs.
"Xiahou Zhiquan has an upright temperament, and his behavior is slightly perverse, but his flaws are not concealed."
Hearing this, the Emperor Cao Rui nodded, smiled, and said softly, "Among all the clans and Qiao Pei founders, only this son can make me love talents. Therefore, because of his early career, I In order to prevent him from being like other people who like to talk and become a person seeking fame and reputation, he was asked to be promoted to Du Shu and cut off the opportunity to make friends with the courtiers. However, I did it on a whim to refer to Wang Su's daughter and wife. No other intention. Hmm.”
At this point, Cao Rui paused for a moment, then looked at Cao Zhen and asked, "Does the general think that with this son's talent, he can serve the country like his father or his elder brother Xiahou Boren in the future, and become a pillar of the country?" "
"Your Majesty, I don't have the ability to judge people."
In response to this, Cao Zhen quickly spoke modestly and excused himself by saying, "I have only met Xiahou Zhiquan once, and can't even speak for a few words. How dare you judge what will happen to him in the future!"
Having said that, he also raised his wine cup and offered a toast to the emperor.
As he drank it all, he quietly swallowed the loneliness in his eyes.
He is already a man who flirts with his grandson.
Moreover, the eldest son Cao Shuang has been serving in the palace for several years~
But his reputation is only for his humble attitude and sincere performance of his duties. Neither the emperor nor the ministers have ever boasted about their talents and learning.
As for my nephew Xia Houxuan~
He has a great reputation among the scholars and can be called the leader among the younger generation.
But because of this, he was not liked by the emperor and was moved to the left early.
Therefore, when he learned that Emperor Cao Rui valued Xia Houhui so much, although he did not feel jealous or anything, he would inevitably have the anger of a father: look at other people's children, and then look at his own. Yes, alas, that’s all, don’t read it, don’t cause more trouble to yourself.
The emperor was not aware of this.
After finishing his drink, he smiled solemnly and said, "The general is very humble in his words. How can the general not be unreasonable when talking about military matters today? And this is just a casual chat between you and my uncle and nephew, so there is no need to be careful about what you say."
After saying that, he really followed the behavior of his nephews and nephews, stood up, took the wine spoon and scooped a cup for Cao Zhen.
Cao Zhen only leaned forward slightly and accepted it calmly.
Before the Battle of Shiting, the thief Wu Sunquan personally led Lu Xun's horse to clear the way for him!
Not to mention that he and the emperor are one family. If they are too formal, they will appear alienated.
Therefore, he did not shirk anymore. After pondering for a moment, he said this, "Since the pre-Qin Dynasty, there have been many examples of people who are full of strategies but are completely defeated. This is why I dare not make rash assertions. However, since I Since leaving the town of Chang'an, I have met with Xiahou Zhongquan many times. After hearing his words, I can conclude that Xiahou Zhongquan will have a little more than enough commanders. Now that I heard Xiahou Zhiquan's words about attacking Shu, I can also say It is asserted that his talent and learning are still superior to Zhong Quan."
Xiahou Ba has a slight surplus of generals but not enough handsome men, but Xiahou Hui is still above him?
Does this mean that Xia Houhui has the qualifications to become a governor?
Regarding this kind of answer that was not conclusive, but the meaning was expressed very clearly, Emperor Cao Rui understood it and nodded repeatedly with satisfaction, "I know what the general means."
But Cao Zhen hasn't finished speaking yet.
Then he added, "Your Majesty, as Xiahou Zhiquan said, the generals of our Wei clan are withering away and it is difficult to continue. Although your Majesty has promoted many clan members to serve in the Forbidden Army in recent years, "Han Feizi Xianxue" There is a saying that 'the prime minister must be from the state, and the fierce general must be from the army'. The capital is peaceful inside and outside, and there are many powerful people. There are many people who are seeking fame and profit, and it is difficult for them to be the governor of the country. According to the opinion of the minister, it is not possible to If there are selected generals who are junior members of the clan, they will be sent to the front line to serve and gain experience, in the hope that they will be successful in the future."
"Well, what the general said makes sense!"
This time, Emperor Cao Rui praised him with his hands and immediately accepted it, "I will find an opportunity to do this."
After saying this, he raised his head and looked at the sky, and then said, "It's still early in the morning. Why don't you, General, accompany me to visit the Empress Dowager before leaving the palace and returning home? Alas, my grandmother has been in poor health in the past two years and has often been infected with the disease. disease."
Cao Zhen is a lonely man.
In the early years of Wei Wu, Cao Cao adopted him in his mansion and received the same treatment as his disciples.
Moreover, he ate, lived and studied with Cao Pi, so he was also well cared for by Mrs. Bian. After hearing about Mrs. Bian's poor health, he couldn't help but get up anxiously.
"only."
Outside Luoyang City.
Accompanied by Uncle Sun, Xia Houhui, who had changed into his uniform, rode his horse and trotted towards the west end of Yangqu, which borders Yiyang County.
Although the official roads inside and outside the capital are smooth and smooth, it is already past noon. There is a distance of dozens of miles from Luoyang City to the western end of Yangqu. If we don't hurry up and hurry up, we will have to find a place to stay in a village along the way tonight.
Especially the next day is New Year's Eve.
The forty-odd Tufu households at the west end of Yang Canal had just been assigned to Xia Houhui by Xia Houheng. Naturally, he was uneasy about the change of the head of the family and the unknown future treatment. Therefore, he wanted to show his face when he returned to Wubao tonight. , and rewarded part of the remaining balance to all the disciples before New Year's Eve to make them feel at ease.
It was precisely for this reason that Uncle Sun had no choice but to jolt on the horse while telling Xia Houhui about the visit this morning.
One is Xia Houhe.
Xia Houhe and Xia Houhui have a very good relationship because they are the youngest of the two in the family and have been urged to study and control their conduct since childhood. Even if Xia Houhui has been kicked out of the house now, he is willing to take the risk. Even after being scolded by his eldest brother Xia Houheng, he asked his servants to bring some property to the "poor" Xia Houhui.
It's not much, probably worth about 10,000 yuan.
But Xia Houhe has not yet become an official, and the monthly allowance given to him by his family is not much. This is almost three months' allowance!
Therefore, after hearing this, Xia Houhui was moved in his heart.
While thinking in a bad way about Xia Houhe's expression when he found out in the future that he already owned the property at the west end of Yangqu, he told Uncle Sun that when he gave some gifts to Wang Su's family after the year, he also asked if he could copy some of the original copies and give them back. For my seventh brother who loves literature.
Another wave of visitors were Sima Shi's children.
Different from just sending letters in the past, this time he also asked the children to bring some gifts.
He claimed that this was a specialty he brought back from Wancheng in Nanyang a few days ago. It was a time for the New Year and the festival, and he wanted to show his appreciation for it. It was not worth much, so he asked Xiahou Hui not to refuse.
Well, it's just some bacon, dried fruits and pen and ink, which are really not worth much.
But now that Xia Houhui is disliked by all the princes in the temple, yet he still writes letters and sends gifts as before, it can be said that "courtesy is less important than affection."
Xia Houhui had no feelings about this.
The worst thing is, when the "glitz case" breaks out in the future and he is imprisoned, he will be the same as before.
"Liu Lang, Qi Lang and the gifts from the Sima family, I have asked Zifu to send them to Yangquwu Fort first."
After reporting the visit, Uncle Sun also added a few words about how he would deal with it.
Zifu is the cousin of Sun Shu's second descendant, Sun Lou.
Uncle Sun has two sons and one daughter.
The eldest son, Sun Kan, had already married a long time ago, and he and his married daughter both settled in Qiao County. The children Xia Houhui adopted were said to be left to Uncle Sun to take charge, but in fact it was Sun Kan who was in charge.
The second son, Sun Lou, was nineteen years old and had not yet started a family, so he was always around to do things around him.
If nothing else goes wrong, Sun Lou will inherit his father's legacy and succeed him as Xia Houhui's steward.
After all, Sun Lou can be regarded as the son of the Xiahou family.
"Well, that's the best."
Nodding lightly, Xia Houhui raised his hand and wiped a handful of snow particles stuck to his face, and continued, "Uncle Sun, after New Year's Eve, your son will be in his prime years, and it's time to get married. Well, you can find a matchmaker for him.
When planning a marriage, just take the betrothal gifts directly from home."
"Okay, thank you Liulang."
Uncle Sun was not surprised by this and just responded lightly.
"Also, Uncle Sun, please let Zifu slowly take over the chores at home."
Xia Houhui continued, "Now that I have some property and can afford to support more people, I will take in some more children to raise after my son is able to take care of himself again. Only by leaving this matter to Uncle Sun can I feel at ease."
.By the way, don’t raise the newly adopted baby in Qiao County, it’s too far and inconvenient.”
"good."
Uncle Sun still answered calmly. After thinking about it, he confirmed, "Does Liu Lang want to be raised in the capital?"
"It would be best if it can be raised in the capital. If not, it would be fine in Hongnong, Hanoi County or Yanzhou. Moreover, the cost of food, clothing, housing and transportation in the capital is huge, so Uncle Sun can just take care of it himself."
"good."
"By the way, there are more than 40 households in Yangquwu Fort. Uncle Sun also pays attention. If their children have good qualifications, they can also fund them to study and practice martial arts."
"good."
The seal was unsealed in the new year, and the fourth year of Taihe (AD 230) arrived as scheduled.
A new atmosphere also followed. In February of February, Emperor Cao Rui issued two edicts, both related to personnel matters.
First, the general Cao Zhen is the chief commander, the hussar general Sima Yi is the general general, the general Yang Lie is the general, and the Liaodong prefect Gongsun Yuan is the chariot general.
This incident did not cause any disturbance.
Anyone who knows a little bit about military affairs knows that the emperor is preparing for the conquest of Shu.
As for why Gongsun Yuan, who had taken over his uncle's position and established himself as a self-reliant person, was given the title of
The troops and material resources used in this attack on Shu were large, and the thief Wu and the Shu alliance might send troops to respond. Therefore, Cao Rui used his official position to appease Gongsun Yuan, who was beyond his reach, and let him calm down.
The other is the edict promulgating the "Legal Test Method".
On the grounds that since the war, the study of Confucian classics has become obsolete and young people are pursuing their own interests, officials are ordered to serve as herdsmen only after they have mastered their studies, and those who are promoted to high positions in doctoral examinations are urgently needed; those who are flashy and do not do their job properly are dismissed. Anyone with a discerning eye knows this "class examination method"
"It is aimed at talking about the reputation in the capital and flaunting each other's ethos.
Originally, these two matters had nothing to do with Xia Houhui.
However, Wu Zhi unexpectedly lost his job at this time, which also gave him an opportunity to avenge his humiliation and be released.