Sima Yi's Three Kingdoms Collection Collection

Chapter 264 Zhuge Liang’s Attack (3)
Chen Qun was one of the first courtiers to sense the signal of this political earthquake coming.The veteran of the Wei family who had just passed his 55th birthday realized that once Cao Zhen died, the entire Wei State's mission to fight against Shu would be suspended.However, now only myself and Sima Yi have the qualifications to take on the role.Chen Qun also has self-knowledge, he knows that he has the qualifications but not the ability to take on this important task.Although he also has the title of "General of the Town Army", he has never held any military power.The emperor granted him the title of "Sikong", ranking among the three princes, highly respected, but it is still an empty title.It’s just that in the emperor’s edict of appointment, in the sentence “Use Sikong to record Shangshushi”, the last “Record Shangshushi” is the position with the most real power. .In the past five years, both Cao Zhen and Sima Yi led troops to fight abroad, and he was the only one who lived in the center of the government and governed affairs gracefully, but he also lived a relaxed life, unlike Cao Zhen and the two who committed arrows and stones on the bloody battlefield.Thinking of this, Chen Qun suddenly felt that God treated him well!Now, Da Sima Cao Zhen, who usually looks strong and vigorous, is dead just like that!Some literati often say that "life is like a dream and like dew", which is a bit intriguing when you think about it carefully.Chen Qun sighed silently in his heart, and then turned his thoughts back to the current situation.

He heard that not long after the news that Zhuge Liang was approaching Guanzhong spread to the imperial court, Sima Yi, who had always guarded the land of Jingchu, was moved by the news. After dealing with the relevant matters, he hurried back to Luoyang on an eight-hundred-mile fast ride to face the saint, and took the initiative to ask Ying to take charge of the military power in Guanzhong and fight against Shu.In fact, all this seems to be nothing in the eyes of ordinary people.Because, Sima Yi's two reputations of "deep strategic, witty and good at fighting" and "serving the country with all his heart, regardless of himself" are unanimously recognized by the ruling and opposition parties.Many ministers called him the reincarnation of Zhao Chongguo, a famous general of the Western Han Dynasty.Naturally, his behavior today is completely loyal to the country.

However, Chen Qun didn't see it that way.He believes that Sima Yi is seeking to fight against Shu in person in the name of righteousness and loyalty, and the reality is that Daxing controls the military power in his hands.This is almost equivalent to directly asking the emperor for power!This kind of style of "across the world, who can give up me" is simply too ostentatious and conceited!Chen Qun knew that since Sima Yi took over the military power and had the "place to use his force", he has always been in the limelight and should not be underestimated!I remember the rebellion of Xincheng prefect Mengda three years ago. Sima Yi made a bold decision after getting the first-hand information to avoid delaying the battle and notifying the court beforehand. In one fell swoop, Meng Da and his rebellious party were wiped out, and made great military exploits.This time, the action of cutting first and playing later fully demonstrated Sima Yi's upright determination and improvisation, and he was really not inferior to the great ancestor Wei Wu of the year!Chen Qun, who is familiar with the past, carefully compared Sima Yi's actions with what he remembered about Wei Wudi's own way of doing things his own way, and found that the two were surprisingly similar!If Sima Yi seized more power, it would be like adding wings to a tiger, and I am afraid that he would be even more arrogant. How could this be a blessing for the community?Is it the blessing of the Wei family?Thinking of this, Chen Qun's heart sank, and his expression changed slightly.

At this moment, Chen Wen, the steward of his mansion, entered the study room, respectfully, and lowered his hands to report: "Lord Sikong, Captain Hua is now seeking an audience outside the mansion, saying that he has something important to discuss."

The Taiwei Hua mentioned by Chen Wen is exactly Hua Xin, the head of the "Three Dukes" of this dynasty.Although Hua Xin is a high-ranking captain, he is only a senior adviser to the royal family who has the nominal military command power of "under one man, above ten thousand".Judging from his position, he should be looking for Chen Qun to discuss military strategy issues today.Chen Qun slightly pondered, and replied: "Please." At the same time, he stood up, straightened his clothes, and walked to the door of the study to greet him.

According to etiquette, Chen Qun should meet Hua Xin in the living room, but in order to show respect and closeness, he set the meeting place in the private study.When making this decision, Chen Qun had a special intuition that the matter Hua Xin had come to interview today must be extraordinary, and it seemed that it was better to keep it secret and safe.Then, in this Sikong Mansion, there is no place that is more secure and confidential than his study.

A moment later, Hua Xin, who was over eighty years old and had white beard and hair, staggered up to Chen Qun, leaning on the purple bamboo stick bestowed by the emperor, with a smile on his thin face, and said deeply, "I'm sorry to bother you, Sir Sikong!" Lord Sikong actually met the old man in the inner room of the study, which shows that Lord Sikong treats the old man like a family member, thank you very much."

Chen Qun quickly stepped forward to help Hua Xin into the study and sat down. He said in his mouth: "Hua Taiwei came to the humble house to give advice at the age of eighty. Chen Qun was flattered. How dare he be rude? Actually, the Taiwei doesn't have to do it himself, just call Someone came to call me, and Chen Qun will come to teach me." Then, he served another cup of tea and handed it to Hua Xin.

After Hua Xin sat down, he coughed a few times, adjusted his breath for a while, and then said: "It's a very important matter, how can I wait for Master Sikong to come to discuss it?" Chen Qun couldn't help but straighten his face when he heard his words, and asked solemnly. Said: "What can bother the Taiwei to come in person? I hope the Taiwei will show it clearly."

Hua Xin took a sip of tea slowly, calmed down, and then slowly said: "The old man came here today to discuss the selection of the current Guanzhong coach." Chen Qun said "Oh", and said lightly: "So it's about this matter." According to this seat, only one of General Sima and General Zhang He must be appointed. Both of them are generals with both wisdom and courage, and they should not have too many problems in dealing with the Shu bandits. Taiwei Hua does not need to worry .”

After hearing this, Hua Xin's face darkened, and he said coldly, "Why is this old man worried that no one will deal with the Shu bandits?! What this old man is worried about is that His Majesty may abandon General Zhang Yun and take Sima Yi as the commander of Guanzhong."

"Oh?" Chen Qun was stunned, "Hua Taiwei thinks it's inappropriate for His Majesty to give up General Zhang He and take Sima Yi? Why?" Hua Xin put down his teacup, slowly raised his head, looked at the high roof of the study, After pondering for a long time, he said slowly: "The old man was a poor scholar in common clothes. Thanks to the kindness of the Taizu Emperor Wu Wu, he became a three-father in one fell swoop. Recreation is really nothing to repay! Now, the old man is very old, and he has been suffering from serious illness in recent years. I am afraid that he will pass away soon! But there is one thing that has always lingered in my heart. I dare not forget it. I just want to express it. I hope to find a bosom friend, so that the long-term stability of my great Wei foundation can prevent the lapse of time."

Chen Qun was in a daze, a little confused, and said, "What do you want to tell Lieutenant Hua? Please let me know." Hua Xin looked at him quietly, and his eyes suddenly became very deep. , his complexion gradually became serious, and he said slowly, "I am afraid that only Lord Sikong can resolve the matter that I said. Instead, he was laughed at by the Holy One. If he speaks nonsense indiscriminately, he may stir up troubles and bring disaster to the country... Alas, the world is vast, the old people look around in desolation, there are too few bosom friends, and even fewer people who agree with each other... Only Mr. Sikong is the Minister of Gu Ming of the late emperor. He is famous in the government and the public for his great loyalty and great sages. He is favored by everyone. He can make big plans to help the community and secure the Wei family. Therefore, the old man decided to tell Mr. Sikong about this matter, please Mr. Sikong. Be on your guard and plan for a rainy day.”

Speaking of this, he paused for a moment, and then slowly said: "This matter is - Sima Yi must be prevented from winning greater military power, and he must not be allowed to be the commander of Guanzhong!"

When Chen Qun heard it, although he had already vaguely guessed about it, but when he heard that Hua Xin said it so clearly in person, he couldn't help being shocked, and said in surprise: "Why?"

"Master Sikong is well aware, so why bother to ask the old man?" Hua Xin looked at him deeply, and said slowly, "How many people in the ruling and opposition circles are as capable as Sima Yi? How many people are there who are as good as Sima Yi? How many people are there who are as good as Sima Yi in attracting people's hearts? As the saying goes, the eagle-like ministers rise from within the Xiaoqiang, and they are in a state of twilight, Wen Tianwu plays, but no one is vigilant!"

A trace of horror appeared on Chen Qun's face, and he shook his head and said, "Hua Taiwei's words are wrong! General Sima has assisted the government for three dynasties, has been loyal to the country, and has made great achievements. How could he be the valiant minister that the Taiwei said? According to Chen Qun's opinion, he is indeed a well-known and highly respected minister of the country!"

With a sound of "Dang", Hua Xin threw the teacup to the ground and smashed it to pieces.He got up angrily, and said angrily: "This old man has devoted all his heart and soul to telling the truth, but Lord Sikong returned me with a joke! This old man will take his leave!" After saying that, leaning on his purple bamboo stick, he walked out.

"Wait a minute, Captain!" Chen Qun hurriedly stood up, stretched out his hand to stop him, and said solemnly, "Please sit down, Captain. I was rude just now. However, I can't talk about others' right and wrong with invisible doubts and untrue things." Ah! What the Taiwei said today must have something hidden, so I hope you can tell it frankly. Otherwise, if you regard Zhou Gong as Wang Mang and Huo Guang as Dong Zhuo, then I will make a big mistake!"

Hua Xin slowly returned to his original seat, calmed down, and said slowly: "Actually, not only the old man doubted that Sima Yi was Ying Yang's minister, even Emperor Wei Wu, the great ancestor, had doubts about him. "

"Emperor Wei Wu?" Chen Qun was startled, "He also suspected that Sima Yi was a minister of Ying Yang? Then, why didn't he settle this matter thoroughly back then, but listed Sima Yi as one of the former emperor's assistant ministers? I don’t believe it.” He knew that Cao Cao, Emperor Taizu Weiwu, had always been lenient outside and jealous at home, and he was suspicious by nature. He remembered that Kong Rong and Yang Xiu were beheaded by him in one fell swoop when they showed their proficiency in writing, not to mention that he had already regarded him Sima Yi is an eagle minister who hides evil and plots evil?I definitely won't keep him in this world!However, why did the edict left by Emperor Wu when he passed away listed Sima Yi as the Minister of Gu Ming alongside him?This is really puzzling!

(End of this chapter)