Cao Rui, who has succeeded to the throne as emperor for more than three years, is a very good emperor in the hearts of the Gonggun princes.
First, he is not as cruel as Wei Wu and Cao Cao.
Although because of his young age, he would occasionally lose control of his temper and execute eunuchs for trivial matters, he would never do anything like what Cao Cao did when he unjustly killed Cui Yan and Lou Gui.
Secondly, he is not as narrow-minded as Wei Wen and Cao Pi.
On the contrary, Cao Rui was very fond of meritorious service and had the courage to tolerate direct criticism.
Even if the courtier's words or attitude were very radical when admonishing him, he would not convict him of it.
Finally, he respected the rights of courtiers and did not interfere with their duties.
For example, once he drove to the Chancellor's Desk and planned to read the government documents, he was stopped by Chen Jiao, the minister's order. Chen Jiao, who had a very upright temperament, directly claimed that it was his decision how to deal with the government documents gathered at the Chancellor's Desk. It is a duty, not something that the emperor should interfere with. If Cao Rui insists on seeing it, it means he feels that he is incompetent and asks Cao Rui to order his dismissal. If Cao Rui feels that he is qualified to be a minister, then go back.
Then, Cao Ruizhen went back with a ashamed look on his face.
It can be seen from this that today's Cao Rui is somewhat of a wise king.
It's just that, no matter whether he has the magnanimity or accepts direct remonstrance, as the emperor, he cannot tolerate rude provocations from others!
He now feels that his authority as emperor has been despised by Xia Houhui!
The previous time this son took office, he took a rest within five days, showing no intention of diligence. Now, less than a quarter of an hour after entering the east hall, he didn't even care that the emperor was in the hall and fell asleep?!
How dare you do this!
Casual Cavalry is a position that is cultivated as the mainstay of the community!
The one who gets the throne will definitely be prominent in the world in the future. How many people can't get it, but this man actually disdains evil?
What an honor it is to have the honor to sit in on the emperor and his ministers discussing political affairs!
But this son doesn't think about the majestic kindness of the king, doesn't carefully observe and benefit himself, but treats it like chaff?
It is said that rotten wood cannot be carved, and a wall of dung soil cannot be leveled. This is true for Xia Houhui!
When he saw Xia Houhui hanging his head and closing his eyes in the palace, as if he was asleep, Emperor Cao Rui had such a thought in his mind, and then his whole body was filled with anger.
If you misbehave in front of the king, the minor one will move to the left, and the serious one will be sent to prison to question the crime!
For example, Xia Houhui dozed off in the east hall and despised the majesty of the monarch. No one dared to object to his crime and even moved thousands of miles or executed him.
Therefore, it is easy to understand why Emperor Cao Rui was instantly furious.
In the East Hall, everyone will focus on the emperor. When Cao Rui's face showed surprise and his expression became serious, everyone would inevitably follow his gaze and focus on Xia Houhui.
Maybe, I feel something.
Xia Houhui, who was meditating, suddenly felt like a light on his back. He opened his eyes in surprise, and found that he had become the center of attention for some reason.
Well!
Why are everyone focusing on me?
For a moment, his face was confused, and he was wondering whether to ask.
When Emperor Cao Rui saw that he "woke up", he could no longer contain his anger. He pointed directly in front of the Tongtai case and shouted sternly, "Xia Houhui, come closer!"
There is no need to distinguish the tone, just from the words directly calling him by name, you can know that Cao Rui is full of anger at this time.
It also ordered everyone in the east hall to hold their breath quietly and look solemn to avoid being harmed by the fish in the pond.
But their eyes betrayed what they were thinking at this moment.
For example, the elders Liu Fang, Sun Zi and other servants have been calm in dealing with things for a long time, and have developed a demeanor that will not change even if the mountain collapses. They have little interest in such small episodes and take them calmly.
As for the casual knights and those who give things to others, there are those who take pleasure in others' misfortune, there are those who appear unfazed, and there are those who are unimaginable.
Only there is no concern or worry.
Even Wang Su, who had a pleasant conversation with him all the way, had a dull look in his eyes, not showing any trace of his spirit.
"only."
Xia Houhui responded respectfully, and Xia Houhui, who was a little confused, stood up, walked to the bronze table table and sat down on his knees. After bowing his head, he straightened his back and waited for the emperor to ask questions.
Yes, he was not at all flustered by the emperor's anger when he called him by his name.
But I feel a little annoyed.
Because he thought that the emperor was feigning anger and pretending to test him, just like when he was left to hang out outside the Sima Gate and when Qian Mao was at the same table.
And this kind of calmness and calmness when facing the king, if he could still be praised by Cao Rui in normal times, he would be considered extraordinary, but now he is considered arrogant and rude.
I was sleeping in the palace during the day, and I behaved disrespectfully in front of you. I was so dishonest and frightened, and I didn’t even apologize!
Shuzi!
How dare An be so presumptuous!
Suppressing the anger in his heart, Cao Rui tried his best to maintain the majesty of the emperor and asked in a deep voice, "Just now, what did Sun Qing and I talk about? Come with us immediately!"
It is said that the teacher has a reputation, and there is evidence for questioning.
He had already thought that if Xia Houhui could not answer the question, he would dismiss him on the spot and expel him from the palace for the crime of neglect and disrespect.
For the sake of Qiao Pei, he would not move Xia Houhui thousands of miles away because of his crime, but he would seize his post and depose him to the people and never use him again!
Let him live his whole life in the mountains and fields.
"only."
After hearing the question, Xia Houhui responded and said loudly without thinking, "Your Majesty, Hui has only been in the East Hall for a short time. I only heard what Your Majesty and Zhongshu Ling said just now about how much grain is left in the prefectures and pavilions in Jizhou, how much corvee can be levied, and how much corvee can be collected? How many grains were transferred to Yongliang and other matters. Zhongshu ordered that after deducting the grain reserves to prevent this year's lean period, Jizhou has a surplus grain of 10,000 dendrobium. A total of 10,000 dendrobiums can be requisitioned from the people. In addition to the grain and fodder supply of Hejian County Except for the troops garrisoned in Youzhou, which cannot be transferred, other counties such as Wei County and Zhongshan County can transfer grain and fodder respectively."
As soon as he finished speaking, there was silence in the hall.
Gai Yin Xia Hou Hui not only used facts to explain that he was not taking a nap just now, but also quoted Sun Zi's words about the number of grain and farmers in each county verbatim.
Such a strong knowledge, although it is not a photographic memory, has already surpassed countless people.
Therefore, all the knights and soldiers who were waiting to watch the show had expressions of surprise on their faces. Even the old gods Liu Fang, Sun Zi, and the attendant Liu Ye who were accompanying them today couldn't help but cast a look of appreciation.
As for the emperor Cao Rui, who had originally prepared a plan to punish him, he was stunned for a moment.
At this moment, he had already forgotten all his shame and annoyance.
And he was still looking for a reason in his mind for Xia Houhui's act of pretending to be asleep just now - maybe it was because he was at the end of the table, a little far away from the Tongtai case, so he closed his eyes in order to hear what he and Sun Qing were saying clearly. Let’s get rid of distracting thoughts and focus on listening, right?
Xia Houhui, who had been talking for a long time, thought about it secretly because he had not waited for the emperor to speak out, and thought that the emperor was waiting for him to relay the previous oral instructions to Liu Fang, so he continued to speak, " After the Zhongshu order was finished, Your Majesty made the following oral instructions."
I just paraphrased it, but I didn’t forget to add, “Your Majesty, what I heard and heard after Hui entered the East Hall has been explained.”
The meaning is also very obvious. Let the emperor say whatever he wants. Don't be so silent all the time.
It also brought Cao Rui back to his senses.
cough!
After coughing lightly to resolve the embarrassment, he nodded lightly and said, "Yes. It's great that you have the ability to understand and listen to politics attentively! However, you must not be conceited. You only listen to politics and you still need to think about it yourself, in order to understand the court affairs. The experience of public administration will benefit yourself. Encourage it."
This statement can be regarded as exposing the incident just now, and also expresses the meaning of praise.
According to the tacit understanding in the court, the monarch uttered words of encouragement, which also meant that the duel was over.
The ministers who are bright and straight should respond respectfully at this time and return to the class on their own.
And the more clever ministers should also say some words of gratitude and then return to the train.
But Xia Houhui is neither of them.
As soon as the emperor finished speaking, he immediately replied, "Your Majesty, Hui Fang has something to think about."
Uh~
Suddenly, Cao Rui was speechless.
Even if you come from a martial arts family, have been studying in isolation in your hometown for a long time, and have just entered the official career, and are not familiar with the way of serving the emperor, your temperament does not need to be so straightforward.
Cao Rui felt a little helpless.
But I mentioned it myself, so I have to continue no matter how helpless it is.
Therefore, he sighed quietly, suppressed his impatience, and asked slowly, "Sir, what are you thinking about?"
"Return to Your Majesty."
Xia Houhui bowed again, raised his head and said, "What Hui is thinking about is that it is not appropriate for our country Wei to attack Shu at this time!"
Alas!
This boy is only in his weak years, but his mind is already so sharp!
Just by hearing about the transfer of grain from Jizhou to Yongliang, you can guess that the temple is going to conquer Shu?
Moreover, he had some thoughts in a moment. Isn’t it appropriate to give him direct advice?
At this time, Cao Rui could no longer maintain the majesty of the emperor who looked up at the mountain, and his eyes were full of strange colors; even Liu Fang, Sun Zi and Liu Ye, who knew the reason for transferring the grain, couldn't help but raise their eyebrows.
"The position is no more than that of a Dispatched Cavalry Minister. How dare you speculate on military and state affairs!"
After a moment of astonishment, Emperor Cao Rui hurriedly scolded him to prevent the undecided attack on Shu from being discussed by the courtiers, "I think you have just entered the palace and are not familiar with the law. You are not guilty this time, but you will not be the same next time! Come back and take your seat."
It’s you who’s asking, and it’s you who’s not allowed to speak~
Why is it so difficult to take care of?
I remember that my eldest brother had previously praised you, claiming that you are wise, good at making decisions and tolerant of others!
Why does it look unusual today?
Xia Houhui was puzzled by this. He respectfully said "Wei" and then stood up. He took a few steps back while still bowing and cupping his hands, then straightened up and sat down at his seat.