Sima Yi's Three Kingdoms Collection Collection

Chapter 230 Sima Yi Takes Military Power for the First Time (7)
Jia Xu coughed lightly, and suddenly changed the topic: "Mr. Sima, I am afraid you also know that before Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty was promoted to the Duke of Wei in the 18th year of Jian'an in the former Han Dynasty, he was attacked by three rumors that spread widely in the court and the public. : Firstly, since Emperor Wu has already served as the prime minister, he should not concurrently serve as the shepherd of Jizhou, otherwise he will be ridiculed by Emperor Wu as "the three caves of the cunning rabbit"; secondly, the princes of Emperor Xian of the Han Dynasty have grown up and can be established as princes or feudal vassals; Three said that Emperor Wu's achievements are better than Duke Zhou's. In order to preserve his reputation and not let villains slander him, he must no longer hold military power..."

Sima Yi listened quietly, but thought to himself: "How could I not know these past events? Moreover, I also know that these three rumors that had a wide influence at the time were initiated by Xun Lingjun to Cao Cao in order to defend the Han Dynasty. A massive public opinion attack..."

"The offensive of these three rumors was very fierce, and they hit Emperor Wu's key points everywhere: First, the foundation of the Wei family was in Jizhou at that time. If Emperor Wu removed the post of Jizhou pastor, he would abandon his foundation and easily become a traitor plot.

"Secondly, Emperor Xian of the Han Dynasty has three sons, all of whom have grown up. If one of them is established as the crown prince and the other two are named vassal kings, it will surely make the Han Dynasty have one more east palace and two more vassal screens, which is enough to consolidate the power of the Han Dynasty. Wing and weaken the power of Wei Shi.

"Thirdly, if Emperor Wu loses his military power, he will seek his own death and allow himself to be slaughtered!"

Sima Yi listened, and nodded thoughtfully: "These three rumors are really powerful! Yi also heard some rumors at the time, and thinking about it until now is still very frightening."

"So, in Mr. Sima's opinion, which of these three rumors is the most powerful?"

"On the surface, it seems to be the third one. But in fact, the most powerful one is the second one." Sima Yi frowned slightly, as if he was thinking hard while talking.

"Oh? Why is this?"

"In Yiyi's opinion, I'm afraid those who spread the rumors at that time also understood that it is a fool's dream to want Emperor Wu to give up his military power. It is extremely difficult. But it is possible to lure Emperor Wu to carry out the second rumor."

"How do you know?" Jia Xu smiled lightly, staring at him with piercing eyes.

"Jia Taiwei, at that time Yi was serving as a subordinate of the Prime Minister's Mansion East Cao, and he also knew some of the situation inside and outside the Prime Minister's Mansion at that time. At that time, there was Sun Quan in the east and Ma Chao in the west, each with strong troops, and they were in trouble with Emperor Wu; The emperor was in trouble at home and abroad. If he did not express and appease the emperor of Han at that time, he was afraid that something unexpected would happen! Therefore, at that time, it would have been a helpless thing for Emperor Wu to let Emperor Xian of the Han establish a prince and confer the title of vassal king. One of the choices..."

"That's right! That's right! At that time, I was preparing to accompany Emperor Wu on his expedition to Ma Chao, and I often saw him anxiously thinking, hesitating and indecisive... In the end, he actually 'walked the sword' and 'walked the strange path'. These three rumors disappeared into nothing..."

"What strange trick did Emperor Wu use?" Sima Yi pretended to be surprised.

"You should have guessed it at that time! Emperor Wu sent his three daughters, Cao Xian, Cao Jie, and Cao Hua, into the Han Palace in the shortest possible time, and became the concubine of Emperor Xian! He became the Great Han Kingdom in a flash. Zhang, who is married to the Han Dynasty and is one body, will no longer have to let go of the post of shepherd in Jizhou and the power of taking charge of the battle, thus skillfully avoiding all public opinion attacks on laws and regulations..."

"A wonderful plan! A wonderful plan! It's indescribable!" Sima Yi clapped his hands and praised Jia Xu, thinking to himself: Not only did I already guess it, but I also knew clearly that the "sword goes slanted" "It was you, Jia Xu, who secretly contributed to Cao Cao back then...

Jia Xu reached out and touched his beard, and only then did he return to the topic: "As for your current good strategy of 'being proactive and planning for a rainy day', I have some suggestions. There is a saying in the art of war, 'A good fighter saves money. The enemy, those who are not good at fighting will benefit the enemy. Those who save the enemy will prosper, and those who benefit the enemy will perish." Now His Majesty has handed over the military power to the three collateral clans, including Cao Zhen, Xia Houshang, and Cao Xiu-they are all Sima Jun. Don’t pass the three major obstacles! Mr. Sima, if you can’t overwhelm them for the time being, then you might as well follow what Emperor Wu did on the eve of the 18th year of Jian’an in the former Han Dynasty. Bringing closer relationships, turning enemies into friends, and cleverly gaining their help, this is the best strategy!"

Regarding this issue, Sima Yi himself had secretly plotted many times before.But it was the first time today that he heard Jia Xu, an outsider, pointing out such a profound point to him, which moved Sima Yi's heart very much - such a private and intimate strategy, if Jia Xu hadn't been able to get along with him and understand him every now and then It is unimaginable to be nuanced and share sorrows and joys!He only felt a heat in his chest, and his eyes were wet on the spot - the achievements he has made through unremitting efforts in the ups and downs of the officialdom for more than ten years, finally won the conscious and active support of a generation like Jia Xu today. Help, how comfortable and excited I really am at this moment!But I can't seem too complacent at this time - this will make others underestimate the amount of my city!He secretly gritted his teeth to resist all these mood swings, his face was still as calm as autumn water, and he said in a low voice: "Yi hereby thank Jia Taiwei for his dedication and dedication to help! But Yi still has a little doubt: Yi How should we act in order to truly draw closer to Cao Zhen and the others and turn enemies into friends?"

Jia Xu stared at him intently, and said slowly: "Sima Jun, I have been thinking about this matter for you for a long time. By the way, isn't your eldest son Sima Shi just turned 16 this year? He has arrived Marriage age... According to this old man, if your Sima family can marry their Cao family or Xiahou family, the two of you will naturally turn enemies into friends and become close!"

After hearing this, Sima Yi lowered his head slightly and groaned.After half a cup of tea, he suddenly raised his bright eyes and looked directly at Jia Xu: "If you want to get help by marrying Cao Zhen and Xia Houshang, why don't Yi take it one step at a time and go straight to the royal family?" Marriage? Yi heard that His Majesty's direct-born Princess Dongxiang has reached the age of Ji..."

"Princess Dongxiang? Uh... Your Majesty really dotes on his eldest daughter... However, now that Empress Zhen is dead, and Empress Guo is in the middle, will His Majesty's love for Princess Dongxiang last forever?" Bad, it seems that it is still in the unknown... Also, His Majesty has always been suspicious. If you propose to marry Princess Dongxiang as your wife, Mr. Sima, he will definitely suspect that you have other schemes, which is a bit unbecoming... "

After hearing Jia Xu's words, Sima Yi secretly and completely relieved: what he said just now about marrying Princess Dongxiang as his wife was actually thrown out to test whether Jia Xu would really help him—because, if Jia Xu If he really had ulterior motives, he would definitely advise Sima Yi to adopt this "bad idea" of "a bright appearance but a hidden danger".However, he did not intend to do this at all!Now it seems that Jia Xu is indeed offering advice and suggestions completely from the standpoint, perspective and long-term interests of the Sima family!He is truly trustworthy!Thinking of this, he also said to Jia Xu openly and honestly: "That's right. Taiwei Jia did everything he could think of for our Sima family. It seems that Yi can only do it under Cao Zhen, Xia Houshang, and others. Cao Xiu and the others have made a choice among the three!"

At this time, Jia Xu looked relaxed, and asked leisurely: "Then, among the three great Wei clans, which one do you think is the most stable marriage with Mr. Sima?"

"This... Yi just said it straight in front of Taiwei Jia! According to Yi, Cao Zhen, Cao Xiu, etc. are all warriors with shallow family backgrounds, and Yi is unwilling to marry their two families. Adhering to Confucianism, good writing, and mastering etiquette, his son Xia Houxuan also worshiped Wang Lang Sikong as his teacher, and his daughter Xiahou Hui was also known as a virtuous and virtuous person, which can be described as a sweet family. In addition, Li Yi and Xia Houshang had a good friendship on weekdays. The Emperor’s Zi Palace was escorted by the two of us and sent back to Yecheng for burial! Therefore, Yi intends to make Qin and Jin friends with his family.”

When Jia Xu heard this, his thoughts changed, but he couldn't help secretly admiring Sima Yi's choice: the so-called "respecting Confucianism, good literature, good family background, and good friendship" are just Sima Yi's false excuses!The key reason why Sima Yi really likes Xiahoushang's family is: Xiahoushang's wife, Cao Ru, Princess of Dexiang, is Cao Zhen's biological sister!If the Sima family and Xiahoushang's family became good friends in Qin and Jin Dynasties, it would actually be "killing two birds with one stone", and at the same time they would have a close relationship with Xiahoushang and Cao Zhen!In this way, two of Cao Pi's three major clan generals had an extraordinary relationship with Sima Yi, so wouldn't his behind-the-scenes assistance in stealing military power in the future be greatly increased?After seeing this point, Jia Xu couldn't help but admire Sima Yi's scheming, decisive and exhaustive strategies!
"How about this! Since Mr. Sima and General Xiahoushang intend to become good friends of Qin and Jin, then the old man has the cheek to volunteer to go out in person, and pick an auspicious day to go to Xiahou's mansion to help the Sima family to make a matchmaking match. How about it?" Jia Xu looked at with a smile Watching Sima Yi speak.

"Taiwei Jia's kindness of helping you, I really can't remember it! I really don't know how to repay you!"

"This old man is just like you, Mr. Sima. How can you be someone who will repay your kindness? Everything this old man has done today is to mediate painstakingly for the long-term peace and stability of our Great Wei Sheji... This old man firmly believes that only you, Mr. Sima, Only then can we truly inherit the legacy of Emperor Wu and finalize the great cause of 'sweeping Wu Shu and unifying Liuhe'!"

Sima Yi humbly resigned to Jia Xu verbally, but at the same time cast his bright eyes far out of the window, and a strange feeling suddenly appeared in his heart: I, Sima Zhongda, was as useful as a soldier and as cunning as a ghost He is a genius, and everyone in the government and the public knows it, but today he has to rely on "nepotism" to seek military power. I really don't know whether it should be sad or ridiculous!
In May of the fourth year of Huangchu, Sima Yi's eldest son, Sima Shi, married Xiahoushang's eldest daughter, Xiahou Hui, under the strong "matching" of Taiwei Jiaxu. A very close relative relationship.Through this "channel" woven by the in-law relationship, Sima Yi continuously obtained all kinds of support and help from the Wei clan's relatives, both overtly and secretly.

(End of this chapter)