Section 14 Internal strife

Cao Pi entered the city very flamboyantly under the escort of the five hundred leopard cavalry, and only put down the flags at the Wei Party of the Northern Wei, and walked for a while. This was the place where Cao Cao made a five-color stick to kill the unlucky Jiantu. It was the beginning of Cao Cao's career and it might also be a place worth remembering for the future Cao family dynasty. Cao Pi not only dared not show off here, but also showed enough respect and restraint.

Comrade Sun Quan, the Lord of Jinwu, saw the Five Hundred Leopard Cavalry, who was like a tiger, horse and dragon. He thought it was his brother-in-law. The chariot General Cao Chong Cao, who was at the peak of the sky, immediately took his tia cavalry and gave it to the side. He bowed his hand and respectfully asked his brother-in-law to pass first. Cao Pi, who looked proudly, saw Sun Quan, who looked different from ordinary people from the street from the curtain of the car. He felt a little fresh—a black beard, a yellow beard, and a white beard looked at him too much, and suddenly a purple beard appeared, which was indeed a bit slap. He stopped, got out of the car and bowed to Sun Quan, and smiled politely: "Sir Sun, where are you busy?"

When Sun Quan saw that it was Cao Pi, the general of the East Town, was surprised. He was stunned for a moment, then immediately laughed and walked up two steps and replied: "If you have any help from the general, I am ashamed."

"Hey--" Cao Pi shook his head and held Sun Quan's hand intimately: "You and my family have a good relationship. Your niece is the wife of Ziwen, and your tiger is my concubine of Cangshu. Why do you have to be so frustrated? How about it? Are you used to staying in Xu County?" He raised his head and looked at the tiqi behind Sun Quan, and praised: "When Emperor Guangwu Qianlong said that he should be an official as a stern Jinwu. As expected, Lord Sun and other tiqiqi are really majestic."

Sun Quan's face was flushed, but there was nothing to say. Emperor Guangwu said this, but when he said this, Zhi Jinwu was indeed powerful, in charge of Zhonglei, Temples, Arsenal, Shiku, Shidushi, Shidao, and the left and right Zhonghou and Jingfu Commander. He was in charge of the security of the capital city. He had thousands of people under his command, which was indeed a well-known figure. However, since Emperor Guangwu ascended the throne, Zhi Jinwu was defeated. Several subordinates were stripped of all except the arsenal, and only these 200 cavalry were left with their subordinates. Now Cao Pi praised him like this, he intuitively thought that Cao Pi was a satirizing him.

But how could a person not bow his head under the low eaves? Although Sun Quan was angry, his blue eyes almost turned into red eyes, he still smiled with a humble smile on his face: "General, what else can these two hundred cavalry do besides scaring the people? They originally wanted to save and put out the fire, but Xu County is low in terrain and heavy in humidity, so they can't even set fire. Compared with the general's guards, these people are just tofu and vulnerable."

Cao Pi felt quite proud. He looked back at the leopard riding horses on both sides, and laughed and said, "This is the leopard rider of the Prime Minister. It's just a reward for me, not my own. Hahaha..."

Sun Quan was shocked and immediately complimented: "The general is the eldest son of the prime minister. Although the tiger and leopard cavalry is still the prime minister now, sooner or later it will be the general."

"You can't talk nonsense." Cao Pi felt very proud, but said modestly. He bowed: "Master Sun, Pi still wants to see the carriage, so he dare not delay. After finishing the business, he will go to the mansion to bother him. Pi still has some things to ask the master for advice."

"If the general condescends to come to the humble house, Quan will definitely be the pioneer of the comet and welcome the general." Sun Quan smiled and bowed his hand, retreated to the side of the road, and stood beside him with his body. Cao Pi got on the carriage. The driver raised the whip in his hand and threw out a loud whip flower. The sound of the horse stepping out the hoof, gradually fading away.

Looking at the team away, Sun Quan's face turned pale and red, as if he had been hit by the whip flower.

Standing in front of the low and simple imperial palace, Cao Pi smiled. The palace in Xu County is of course not as good as the palace in Luoyang. Cao Pi has seen Luoyang City after the disaster. Even the Nangong Beigong, which was burned by the fire, the pavilion that flew over the great road was much taller than Xu County, which is called the palace. Even the houses in Yecheng are more grand than the palace, so don’t increase the size of the bronze croaker platform.

It turns out that the phoenix is ​​worse than the chicken if it is lost.

The leopard cavalry could not enter the palace, so he could only stand a hundred steps away from the palace wall by the military marquis, Wang Shuang and his personal guards protected Cao Pi and Cao Zhen to the palace gate. The guard Zhou Yu saw Cao Pi with a happy expression at a glance. He hesitated for a moment and came up with two guards.

"General Cao, are you going to enter the palace?" Zhou Yu smiled, graceful, free and natural, showing the elegant demeanor of a middle-aged man in every move. In comparison, Cao Pi, who was about 10 years younger than him, was inferior to him, and looked like a nouveau riche.

When Cao Pi saw Zhou Yu, he couldn't help but bow and smiled, "Mr. Zhou is indeed still in spirit, and he is worthy of being a dragon and a phoenix among people."

Zhou Yu smiled and shook his hand: "General, don't make fun of me. I'll arrange for someone to come and invite you to see me. Please wait here. Yu Shang wants to patrol the palace, so I won't spend more time with the general."

Cao Pi's face twitched, and he quickly nodded with a fake smile: "Please take care of yourself, Lord Zhou."

Zhou Yu waved his hand and left, and someone came into the palace to report. Cao Pi watched Zhou Yu's tall and straight body gradually fade away, disappearing at the corner of the palace wall, and a sneer flashed into the corner of his mouth. He thought to himself, "What are you proud of? When I get the power, I see what you are still crazy."

When the emperor heard that Cao Pi was coming, he subconsciously frowned. Cao Pi was a little scared when he was in Xu County. He finally left, why did he come again? What happened this time? Cao Chong, who should have come, has not appeared yet, and Cao Pi, who should have come, has come. It's really depressed.

Although the emperor was in a bad mood, he had to see him. He thought for a moment and said to Wei Fei: "Go and let him come in. You can see where Mr. Zhang is. I haven't seen him attend court for a few days." Zhang Zhao, who is handsome and powerful, sat aside, and the emperor will be more courageous.

Wei Fei smiled and said, "Mr. Zhang has been in Xun Lingjun's mansion these two days. I heard that the two of them are quarreling fiercely. Every time Mr. Zhang comes out in a state of angrily, but he went there early the next day. I don't know why."

The emperor smiled when he heard this. He curled his lips and said, "I think he was fascinated by the new tea brought back by Xun Lingjun. You give him two packs of new tea that Xiangyang had just received tribute, so that he would not quarrel at Lingjun's mansion every day, and he would not know how to come to see me."

Wei smirked and responded, and went out of the hall to invite Cao Pi. Cao Pi was talking about the weather with Xun Yun, the general of the Hu Ben, and was talking nonsense between the weather. Cao Pi could not enter the palace without the emperor's order, so he could only stand outside the palace gate. Xun Yun was the general of the Hu Ben, and was responsible for the affairs inside and outside the palace. He could not go out to greet him according to the rules. Of course, he mainly did not want to go out to greet him. He was unhappy when he saw Cao Pi. He was just because of his face. In addition, he did not hide quickly this time. He heard that a general Cao came at the door. He thought it was Cao Chong, but he didn't know it was Cao Pi. He just wanted to turn around and ran away, and Cao Pi saw it. He could only come out to respond to the scene. If Cao Chong really came, he would have run out and held Cao Chong's hand and talk nonstop. How could he obey any system in a fake way? One inside and the other outside gossip.

"General, Your Majesty invites you in." Wei Feng walked to Cao Pi and saluted respectfully.

"I'm sorry, Zijing." Cao Pi replied with a polite greeting, then smiled at Xun Yun and said, "Changqian, let's talk after I finish my business."

"If you don't give it, don't give it." Xun Yun smiled and replied, "I won't see you."

When Cao Pi saw the emperor, he said his intention. His attitude was rare and complimenting the emperor. The emperor was a little surprised, but he had no objection to his request to send someone to Xianbei. Of course, he would not dare to say anything if he had any objections, and Cao Pi would not pay attention to him even if he said it. He was able to practice benevolence and righteousness in the world. Every emperor dreamed of coming to court, even if he was so declining that he could not protect himself.

"Your dear is very good at this, so I will send Lu Yu to an envoy as you said." The emperor was in a better mood and nodded and said majestic: "I immediately issued an edict to send an envoy to summon Lu Yu to Beijing and send an envoy to Xianbei."

"Your Majesty is wise." Cao Pi finished his serious matters and reported on the situation of conquering Liaodong. Of course, the news I just received cannot be said. In his mouth, the war in Liaodong went smoothly. Relying on His Majesty's power, Liaodong Gongsun Kang will soon be awarded the title. Liaodong will soon be able to return to the court and the world will be unified soon. Finally, he mentioned: "Your Majesty, I don't know whether Cang Shu mentioned the Jiangdong Navy and a cadre general when he pacified Jiangdong back then?"

The emperor was wondering. Why did Cao Pi, who had a bad attitude, be so polite today? He suddenly heard him mention the defeated generals of Jiangdong. He was stunned for a moment and recalled: "Aren't the Jiangdong Navy defeated by Jingyi Navy? Jiangdong's generals... died and surrendered. However, I can't remember the details. Do you have any questions about it?"

Cao Pi shook his head and frowned deeply: "I have received news that there are naval troops from unknown origin in Liaodong, with strong military power. They robbed ships from passing ships, and even Jiaozhou also had water thieves robbed passing merchants. Sometimes they took money and injured people. Even Zhang Ren, the governor of Jiaozhou, had no choice but to do anything. I have been thinking about it, worried that the defeated soldiers from Jiangdong gathered as enemies, so I asked about this matter. Cang Shu pacified Jiaoyang and would not have explained it to this matter."

The emperor was confused. Liaodong and Jiaozhou were too far away for him, just a concept. As for the remnants of Jiangdong, he was even less clear. He didn't even understand whether Cao Chong had reported these things at that time. He thought for a while and said, "You might as well ask Sun Quan about this matter. He should know the most clearly."

"Your Majesty is wise." Cao Pi gave him a high hat that was not worthy of money, and then continued: "I am ordered to pacify Liaodong, but this group of thieves have caused trouble on the side. If they are the remnants of Jiangdong, it would be better to say it. I sent Qingxu Shuishi to pacify them. But if it were Goryeo and Sanhan's pirates, they would have to deal with these vassal states. With the current authority of General Zhendong, it would be quite inconvenient. I would also like to ask Your Majesty to give you a feud to facilitate your actions."

The emperor suddenly realized and looked at Cao Pi with a hint of "so that's it". He thought for a while and smiled slightly: "What I'm saying is so much, I will give you peace of mind, how about it?"

Cao Pi smiled, motionless.

The emperor was a little unhappy, his smile was a little stiff, his eyes were a little angry, and his hands were holding each other with an urge to hit people. He looked at Cao Pi who was smiling and silent, took a deep breath, and said, "Cao Aiqing, I give you the envoy to uphold the rituals and fully handle all the affairs of Liaodong, Goryeo, Sanhan, and Japan, what about?"

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Cao Pi bowed to the ground with satisfaction. That's right. Cang Shu used the throne many years ago. It would be too shameful to just seal me with throne. At least I had to throne. In this way, the former general Xiahou Dun was under my jurisdiction, which was much more convenient. Although I don't know where the throne is, it's always good to have more power. If I can't fight Cang Shu, there is still a place to escape. Hey, how could I have this idea? Bah Bah Bah Bah Bah Bah, I'm blocking Cang Shu's way out in advance.

Cao Pi got what he wanted, thanked him with satisfaction, and retreated. However, the emperor was so angry that his face turned pale. He gasped for a long time and didn't move. Seeing that there were no outsiders on the left and right, he slapped the table with a "splash", and the ink on the table jumped, and the ink inside spilled out.

"It's outrageous, how dare... dare..." The emperor "dares" for a long time, but he didn't dare to say it. He angrily pulled the clothes that were stained with ink, stood up and wanted to leave, but almost tripped by himself. Wei Feng hurriedly stepped forward to support him and said softly: "Your Majesty, this is a good thing."

"What's the good thing?" The emperor turned his head angrily and glared at Wei Feng, thinking to himself, "Didn't you see me being forced to do this by him? He wants such favor as ceremonials. It's still a good thing. Isn't it a great thing to ask me to abdicate to him?"

"Your Majesty—" Wei Feng shouted softly: "Have you ever seen General Cao speak so politely before?"

The emperor was stunned for a moment, thought for a while and said, "This is true, if it were the past, he would not have been so polite. Then... why?"

Wei Feng smiled slightly and continued, "General Cheqi and Cavalry pacified Xiliang at a speed of lightning speed. General Zhendong, as his brother, went to fight a Liaodong that was within reach, but the result has not been seen yet. The war he said was going smoothly is just empty talk. It is already early winter, and Liaodong is in great cold. How can he fight? The army can only stay in Youzhou at this time and fight again next spring. I think the good things he said may not be taken seriously, but the bad things are very likely. I heard that the army attacked from two groups. Zang Ba, Sun Guan and others went out of the sea, and they might have encountered these pirates.

It seems that he has been defeated. Compared with the two, he is not as good as the general of the chariot and cavalry. Now, because of the matter of the Changzhi Army, the contribution of the General of the Chefei and cavalry has not been rewarded, but this can only be suppressed for a while. After all, only the imperial guards can use it, and there is no clear text. The general of the chariot and cavalry still needs to be rewarded. Once rewarded, he is the General of the Cavalry. If he wins the battle again, he may take over the position of the general. Therefore, General Zhendong is so anxious to fight Liaodong and so anxious to hold the chariot and hold the chariot and asks the order to send Lu Yu to the Xianbei, and all want to suppress the General of the Chefei and cavalry."

The emperor blinked his little eyes, and a smile appeared at the corner of his eyes: "You mean, their brothers..."

"The Prime Minister is sixty-two." Wei Feng said softly, and was about to say further, but when he saw Empress Cao Jie walking from a distance, he hurriedly stopped. The emperor raised his eyebrows and his eyes were on his face. He whispered: "Aiqing Wei, don't leave, I have something to look for you soon."

"Here." Wei Fei responded and took a few steps back. The emperor clapped his hands and smiled and greeted him: "Empress, will the emperor come out to bask in the sun again?" The queen heard what Cao Chong said, what is the calcium absorption of children's sunbathing is beneficial to children's sunbathing, so she has to carry the little prince Liu Xing out to bask in the sun every day. She has to let the palace maids and wet nurses carry it out even if she is not free. This has become a custom in the palace. Although the emperor thought Cao Chong's words were a bit inexplicable, it is always a good thing for children to bask in the sun more - especially in a cold place in Xu County - so she did not object.

"Your Majesty." Cao Jie bowed and pulled Xiao Liu Xing to come: "I heard that Zihuan is here?"

"Yes, I just left." The emperor said with a smile.

Cao Jie was a little surprised by the emperor's emotions. Every time Cao Pi came, the emperor would get angry. What's wrong today? She glanced at the desk and found that although the inkstone on the desk was neatly placed, there were some ink marks on the desk. She looked at the emperor's court ward again and found that there were also some ink marks on it. She couldn't help but calm her face: "Zihuan made Your Majesty angry again?"

"No." Seeing her looking at her court ward, the emperor looked down and quickly explained: "Cao Aiqing asked an order to send Lu Yu, the son of the former chief general Lu Zhi, to the Xianbei. If I could decide the Xianbei without fighting, I was excited for a moment, so I did this."

"If you don't fight, you can decide Xianbei? Is it so easy?" Cao Jie said that he was not angry but excited, but relaxed. She smiled and said, "The Xianbei people have been arrogant for decades, so how could they be surrendered by an envoy? I think this matter is still a little twists and turns. Since it is a matter of the northern border, he is in charge of the general of the East? Why is it not the general who came to ask for an order? At least it should be Cang Shu, the general of the chariot. Cang Shu is also, he has been back for so many days, and he has not been to Xu County to report his duties. This person has grown up and has been a big official, but he has forgotten the rules of the court." In the end, the smile on her face was gone and her voice was a little unhappy.

The emperor smiled slightly and thought to himself that you don’t know that your family has started to have internal strife. In contrast, what is the point of suffering from this grievance. He quickly advised: “Empress, Cang Shu must have something important to discuss with the general. Besides, he, the general of the chariot, should report his duties to the general first and then come to see him. Why should the queen be angry?”

Cao Jie looked at the emperor with some surprise, but did not say anything, and took Xiao Liuxing to bask in the sun for a while. The emperor was in a good mood. He smiled and looked at Xiao Liuxing in the open space in front of the not-so-spacious but still flat, and screamed strangely, and he was drooling happily. The emperor smiled. The prince’s young master Zhang Gong was not here, so happy the child was. If Zhang Gong was there, he would have to let the big child sit quietly, saying that he had to cultivate the style of the emperor since childhood. Who made him suffer? He was born to be the crown prince.

The emperor was happy to see his son, and suddenly saw his other princes standing timidly on the side of the hall. He looked at Liu Xing with a blank look at the laughing Liu Xing, and his heart was depressed. He couldn't help but think of the princes who were implicated in the Fu family, especially the prince Liu Feng. The gloating in his heart suddenly turned into cruelty.
Chapter completed!