Three Kingdoms: Prosper Han from the beginning of brushing favorability

Chapter 279 Two monarchs and ministers
Liu Ye was so angry.

The last time Soochow declared itself a vassal, it was clearly because of its internal emptiness, and Xishu had just launched the Nanzhong War, which was the best time to conquer Jiangdong southward.

At that time, I asked you to fight, but you didn't fight. As a result, now that Xishu's troops are well-fed and Jiangdong's strength has probably recovered, you are determined to conquer the south...

Liu Ye, who returned to the team, didn't say anything. At this time, Cao Pi was probably so angry that he couldn't listen anymore. He could only turn around and go back to find Jia Xu, Sima Yi and other people who were closer to Cao Pi to discuss it. I can't persuade you any more.

Secondly... He just felt like his head was buzzing and he really didn't know what to say.

Sima Yi and others also thought the same way. Cao Pi couldn't be persuaded in this state now, so we should discuss it in private.

The emperor has his own limits that he should not cross, and so do his ministers. On such general matters, the emperor can always be the one to make the final decision.

Ministers can give opinions, but they cannot make decisions for the emperor. This is also one of the rules of the game that everyone silently maintains.

Especially Cao Pi, who had usurped power and ascended to the throne, was extremely sensitive to this kind of thing. After all, the Cao family was now powerful, and it was very dangerous to arouse Cao Pi's suspicion at this time.

Therefore, when Cao Pi made a decision on this matter, the ministers tacitly agreed not to say more and turned to other matters.

When a country is newly established, it naturally requires many new measures and a new atmosphere.

In general, Cao Pi did some practical things, and many of his measures had their own positive significance.

In addition to prohibiting the harem, eunuchs, and relatives from intervening in politics, they also took the opportunity of attacking their brother Cao Zhi to deprive the vassal king of his power to prevent the princes from causing chaos.

However, with this combination of punches, the pace was a bit too big, which posed the hidden danger of being unable to prevent foreign ministers from seizing power...

In addition, the economy continued to develop farming. In response to severe inflation, Cao Pi directly ordered to encourage a return to the essence of transaction-barter.

Food and cloth were used as hard currency, and people were encouraged to barter.

Although this method is simple and crude, it at least stabilizes the chaotic social order in the north and gradually solves the inflation caused by the war.

It's better than continuing to overpay and issue low-quality five-baht coins.

At the same time, officials were encouraged to be frugal and edicts were issued to prohibit extravagant burials.

Encourage the resumption of production, remove prohibitions, light tariffs, and relax criminal penalties. There are signs of gradually settling down in various parts of the north.

After the disbandment of the dynasty, Sima Yi found Cao Pi again.

"His Majesty……"

But this time, before Sima Yi could say anything, Cao Pi waved his hand and said, "If you want to persuade me not to attack Wu, then don't say it!"

Sima Yi was stunned when he heard this, obviously not expecting that Cao Pi wouldn't even give him a chance to speak.

"Yizhou is blocked by mountains, making it difficult to obtain. If we attack Jingzhou, Yizhou's reinforcements will go down the river and rush to the rescue very quickly. Jiangling is a strong city, and tens of thousands of soldiers and horses in Dongwu Jingzhou could not be attacked for a long time, so it is not a good choice...

"Now that Sun Quan's pretense of surrender has been discovered by Gu, he just used it to attack Wu. Now that the alliance between Sun and Liu has broken down, even if Liu Bei wants to help, they can no longer advance and retreat together like they did in Chibi..."

Cao Pi said a lot. Although the best opportunity to attack Wu had been missed, Sima Yi at least knew that Cao Pi did not make an impulsive decision because of the heat of his head. He also had his own thoughts.

Cao Pi must have regretted his decision to grant Sun Quan the title of king, but as an emperor, he couldn't shamelessly admit it.

After realizing this, Sima Yi no longer looked so urgent, and his intention to persuade Cao Pi became less intense.

Cao Pi finally stared into Sima Yi's eyes: "Zhongda, I also know that guarding the fields for more than ten years is the safest policy...but I am the first emperor of the Wei Dynasty!"

"I will do my best to help your majesty defeat Wu!" Sima Yi bowed respectfully to the ground and expressed his stance directly.

Needless to say, Sima Yi understood everything.

Not fussing is indeed a kind of wisdom, but Cao Pi couldn't do it.

No matter how complete the procedures are, in the eyes of many people, the Cao family is still a country thief.

Unless he forces Liu Xie to abdicate after pacifying the country, it might be much better.

But now that the matter has been settled, we can only use his "performance" as the emperor as soon as possible to prove that he is the one destined by destiny.

Wenzhiwugong is indispensable.

This is why when he heard that Sun Quan had surrendered, he knew something was wrong but was still willing to give him a chance, and even did not hesitate to grant Sun Quan the title of King of Wei and Wu. It was because the temptation was too great...

Therefore, when he found out that he was being tricked, he couldn't wait to attack Wu.

Sima Yi had already figured out the thoughts of the new emperor of the Wei Dynasty from Cao Pi's words. It was useless to try to persuade him. It was better to think about how to win the war.Seeing that Sima Yi was so knowledgeable, Cao Pi couldn't help but feel happy: "Hahaha, good! The one who knows me is Sima Zhongda. Let's go and talk with me in detail about the war against Wu."

After that, he walked affectionately with Sima Yi, arm in arm, chatting and laughing as they walked, but it was like a king and his ministers were in dire straits...

……

In March, Xing Zhen, the envoy, was sent away again. Sun Quan had keenly sensed the threat of war.

This time when the other party came, his attitude was very different from before. He refused all his rewards and put on a posture of being dedicated to the public good.

Xing Zhen strongly urged Sun Quan to send his son north as soon as possible and not to make any mistakes.

There is a strong sense of issuing an ultimatum in his words.

"I'm afraid it will be difficult to delay and perfunctory this time. Judging from Xing Zhen's attitude, maybe Cao Pi will take the opportunity to attack Wu." Sun Quan's expression was heavy and serious, but he could not be said to be panicked. "Do you have any good ideas?"

After this period of recovery, Soochow's military strength has basically recovered.

Although the cost is that the quality of life of the people has dropped significantly... But at this time of life and death, how can we care about this.

At least he had some restraint on the good people under his rule. It was the mountains and rivers within his territory that were really bloody plundered and exploited.

Now that the strength of the army has been restored, the food and grass are at least more than enough for defense. It is not that Sun Quan is afraid.

When Zhang Zhao saw Sun Quan's eyes glancing at him, he opened his mouth and was about to speak, but he swallowed it in the end.

He subconsciously wanted to "initiate surrender" just now, but the current situation is that he has already surrendered, and it was only caused by Sun Quan's refusal to send his eldest son over.

If he tries to persuade Sun Quan not to resist, what's the difference between that and trying to persuade him to kill his heir?He is just not optimistic about the war with Cao Wei, and there is nothing wrong with his brain.

"Cao Pi's move does mean persecution. If the king doesn't obey, he will definitely send his army to invade. We need to make preparations in advance." Gu Yong said.

Sun Quan nodded: "Does Yuan Tan have any good ideas?"

"I believe that in addition to actively preparing for war, the king needs to invite someone to come out to resolve the immediate disaster."

"Oh? Who is Yuan Tan talking about?" Sun Quan's eyes lit up.

Gu Yong stretched out his hand and pointed outside the hall: "Zhang Wen, Zhang Huishu."

"This..." Sun Quan was paused when he heard the words. When he heard the name, he understood what Gu Yong meant.

If Cao Wei sends his army south to conquer Wu, then naturally they can only find one foreign aid - Liu Bei.

But...but he was feeling aggrieved, so damn aggrieved.

The two plans against Liu Bei in Jingzhou and Nanzhong were foiled, and now they have to sue for peace with shame.

What's the difference between this and slapping yourself in the face?
Are you going to invite Zhang Wen who you sent home? !

"Your Majesty, if Cao Wei is newly established, if he really attacks Wu, he will definitely win the first battle." Gu Yong said seriously, "Your Majesty, you must not miss important events due to temporary emotions."

Sun Quan's expression changed several times, but finally he took a deep breath and let out a long sigh.

"I know it. Come here!"

"exist!"

Sun Quan no longer showed any displeasure on his face at this time: "Bring a generous gift to the Zhang family and invite Mr. Zhang here for the lonely general. Don't neglect it."

"Yes!"

Gu Yong smiled and held his hands in his hands: "Your Majesty is wise and wise, which is my blessing to Soochow."

For the sake of profit, he could always put aside personal emotions, honor and disgrace. This was what he admired most about King Wu.

Zhang Zhao's face looked a bit unhappy. The junior had embarrassed him last time.

But it was not a wise choice to openly contradict King Wu at this time.

He could see that although Sun Quan was reluctant, he had actually decided to join forces with Liu to fight against Cao again...

(End of this chapter)