The most poisonous person in the Three Kingdoms, Boss Cao advised me to calm down!
Chapter 352: Yang Dezu
Chapter 352: Yang Dezu
Thinking of this, he also patiently asked:
"Renda, several days have passed. Is your plan complete?"
Upon hearing this, Sima De also replied calmly:
"Don't worry, father-in-law. Everything is ready."
After saying this, he signaled his men to present a wooden box.
This instantly attracted Cao Cao's attention.
He couldn't help but ask curiously: "Renda, what is this?"
When Sima De heard this, he opened the lid of the box in front of him.
I saw that there was a piece of clothing inside.
Then he picked up the clothes and handed it to Cao Cao.
Looking closely, it turned out to be a Taoist robe.
Cao Cao immediately understood Sima De's intention.
"You intend to convert me to Taoism."
"Have I also become a member of the Heavenly Master Dao?"
At this point, Cao Cao understood Sima De's meaning.
Once he becomes a believer of Tianshi Dao, the people of Hanzhong will no longer have any reason to start internal strife!
"Recently, I have ordered craftsmen to prepare thousands of Taoist robes overnight."
"I hope the lord will distribute the entire army and order the soldiers to change their clothes."
"And choose an auspicious day to perform the Dao Dharma."
"Worship Laozi, the True Lord, and open the door to the people."
"Let the people of Hanzhong know that their lord is committed to the great cause, and the resistance will naturally dissipate."
Sima De also revealed his entire plan at this time.
After hearing this, Cao Cao laughed out loud and said:
"You are quite ingenious, but this plan is clever."
"Zhang Lu is just a small witch meeting a big witch. How can the people believe him?"
Sima De calmly replied:
"We just need to get Zhang Lu to recognize our army as the orthodox Taoist sect."
"The people of Hanzhong will no longer say anything."
"Alas, how could Zhang Lu do that so easily?" Cao Cao stopped talking suddenly!
He met Sima De's calm eyes at this moment and couldn't help but ask:
"Is this also part of your calculation?"
Sima De also bowed and said:
"Father-in-law is very insightful. We will get back to you soon."
At this moment, Xu Chu also led Yang Xiu into the tent.
The latter lowered his head, held his breath, and was afraid to approach.
Although Yang Xiu was nervous, he still bowed respectfully and said:
"The Prime Minister summoned me here. What's the important matter?"
Cao Cao's attention seemed to be attracted by Yang Xiu.
After a long while, he came back to his senses and said to Xu Chu and Sima De in a deep voice:
"You guys please get out of here and stay away. I have something to discuss with De Zu."
Upon hearing this, Sima De and Xu Chu also looked at Yang Xiu.
Then they all went out to avoid it.
Seeing this, Yang Xiu swallowed, lowered his head and took a few steps forward.
Cao Cao looked at him coldly, murderous intent surging in his heart.
Feeling the tense atmosphere, Yang Xiu dared not speak.
There was total silence in the tent for a moment, except for the sound of soldiers' footsteps outside.
At this moment, Yang Xiu slowly raised his head and met Cao Cao's eyes.
After noticing that Prime Minister Cao's eyes looked a little unfriendly.
Yang Xiu didn't dare to delay any longer and hurriedly straightened his clothes and knelt on the ground.
He kowtowed several times and said:
"Prime Minister, spare my life! I deserve death!"
These words were laced with tears and blood, for he knew very well that he had angered Cao Cao before.
I wanted to apologize to my lord several times, but because I was unsure, I didn't dare to take the initiative.
I haven't slept every night since I entered Hanzhong.
Now that he was summoned by Cao Cao, he finally made up his mind to face this difficult situation.
"Hmph!" Cao Cao stared at Yang Xiu who was crawling on the ground.
The murderous intent in his eyes became even stronger, and he wished he could immediately order him to be dragged out and executed.
But he couldn't act so rashly.
Firstly, Yang Xiu came from a prominent family, and killing him easily might destabilize the rear.
More importantly, the candidate for his successor after his death has not yet been decided.
Everyone knows that Yang Xiu and Cao Zhi were good friends.
If Yang Xiu were killed at this time, it would probably cause panic among the ministers.
Everyone flocked to Cao Pi's army!
Thinking of this, Cao Cao suppressed his anger.
He stood up and slowly closed the curtain.
Then he fixed his eyes on Yang Xiu's figure. After a long while, he asked coldly:
"Do you know the crime you have committed?"
Upon hearing this, Yang Xiu also hurriedly said:
"Discussing military affairs recklessly and forming cliques!"
He spoke frankly without any reservations.
Cao Cao snorted coldly upon hearing this:
"What is the punishment for such a sin?"
Upon hearing this, Yang Xiu immediately kowtowed and said:
"The crimes committed by this humble official are unforgivable."
"Before I die, please accept my sincere words, Prime Minister!"
When Cao Cao heard this, he turned his back and said, "Speak!"
"Thank you, my lord!"
Yang Xiu said this but didn't dare to get up.
He prostrated himself on the ground and said earnestly:
"I dare to ask you to make a decision quickly!"
"Appoint Linzi Marquis as the Crown Prince!"
"Oh?" Cao Cao was quite surprised to hear that!
"You are about to die, and you still dare to talk about this?!"
Yang Xiu already had a plan in mind, and knew that at this moment he had no choice but to step forward.
Only by raising our voices and speaking out for Cao Zhi can we demonstrate our loyalty and perhaps turn danger into safety.
He was determined and his words flowed like a rushing river!
"I am not afraid of death. I hope that the Wei Dynasty will have a wise ruler and my lord will have a hero to inherit his legacy!"
"The Marquis of Linzi is loyal to his country and his people, his talent and wisdom are extraordinary, and his virtues are widespread!"
"His generosity and literary talent are rare in ancient and modern times!"
"His poems are full of lofty ideals and gorgeous rhetoric."
"His character is pure and good, comparable to the saints of three generations!"
"If I can recommend a wise ruler to the world, my death will not matter."
After hearing this, Cao Cao said coldly:
"Do you know that 'serving a lord too often is a disgrace, and friends who talk too much are alienated'?"
"What is the purpose of this action today?"
Yang Xiu was stunned when he heard this, then he said frankly:
"I dare not deceive the Prime Minister. I am indeed close friends with the Marquis of Linzi."
"But he is not a flatterer seeking profit!"
“My heart is drawn to his character and wisdom.”
“Every time I discuss the general situation of the world with him, I feel that I benefit a lot.”
“The closer we get to him, the more we perceive his kindness, like a gem hidden in a rough stone.”
"If it is because of my fault that the Marquis of Linzi is suspected by the lord."
"Then I will be guilty of eternal damnation!"
Cao Cao was also stunned when he heard this.
I thought to myself that Yang Xiu disregarded his personal safety and was devoted to Cao Zhi, and he was truly a responsible man.
Under authority, loyalty is the most important thing.
If there is no betrayal of loyalty, all other mistakes can be forgiven.
Yang Xiu’s words hit the nail on the head.
Thinking of this, Cao Cao's tone gradually slowed down.
"You dare to deceive me and talk about withdrawing troops. Isn't that deceiving me?"
Yang Xiu had anticipated this question and quickly answered:
"It shouldn't be like this, but the Marquis of Linzi is favored by the lord."
"Speaking frankly, without any fawning attitude."
"The selfless virtues are not good at hypocrisy and affectation."
"I disdain to take shortcuts. I am purely passionate about the things that the lord is concerned about."
"So I couldn't bear it, and I was afraid that my lord would misunderstand me, so I took the risk."
This statement is half true and half false, but it is an indisputable fact that Cao Zhi was not good at tact.
Cao Cao was speechless, especially the four words "hypocritical and artificial".
It made him feel quite helpless.
Although Yang Xiu was lying on the ground, he did not see Cao Cao's expression.
But from his silence I could sense his mood swings.
Suddenly he knelt up, crawled forward on his knees, and continued:
"I am from the Hongnong Yang family, and have made few achievements in troubled times."
"My father received the emperor's grace and served as a minister despite his illness. He also had a feud with the prime minister."
"As his son, I have no chance of pursuing a career in government."
"But the Prime Minister was magnanimous enough to accept me into his court and entrusted me with the responsibility of being close to him."
"I will repay your kindness with all my heart and soul."
When Cao Cao heard this, his mind changed.
I almost forgot that Yang Xiu was a descendant of the Hongnong Yang family.
One family has three high officials in four generations, and their students and former officials are spread throughout the court and the country.
Using him as an official is to bring honor to oneself, but if you kill him now, it will be disadvantageous to yourself.
(End of this chapter)
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