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Coming to the fore Chapter 3: Cleverness leads to misunderstanding

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    Sun Quan and Liu Bei were busy increasing the population of their own countries. Lu Rui lived a leisurely life in Luoyang with the title of Cavalry General. There were generals from the Cao family on Wei's border defense, so there was no need for Lu Rui to intervene.  "General, news from Chang'an Martial Arts School." Xu Shu came to Lu Rui's study and handed over a bamboo slip.  After Lu Rui led the cavalry general, he stayed in Chang'an to accompany the emperor. He only entered the palace when Cao Ang summoned him. However, this did not mean that Lu Rui had relaxed his vigilance. Lu Rui used his leisure time as a cover-up, and in the Wei Dynasty  A nationwide intelligence network has been established domestically.  In the name of Wang Yue's swordsmanship, Lu Rui set up martial arts halls in all counties and counties in Wei State to promote Wang Yue's swordsmanship. In fact, they were intelligence stations. As long as something big happened in the city, there would be people there.  Pass the information to Luoyang and inform Lu Rui.  At the same time, the martial arts gyms set up by Lu Rui in various places also have another function, which is to monitor every move of the family. As long as the family makes big moves, they can never hide it from Lu Rui.  "Yes!" Lu Rui took the bamboo slip and took a look.  Information: General Xia Houyuan quelled the civil strife of the Qiang people, and the crisis in the Western Region Protectorate has been resolved.  In recent times, many refugees in Sichuan have gone northward, and the conflicts between the Han people and the barbarians in Sichuan have intensified.  Years ago, the Sima family sent gifts to Zhong Yao, the governor of Chang'an, Cao Pi, the governor of Tianshui, Xiahou Ba, the governor of Wuwei, and Xia Houyuan, the governor of Hanzhong.  It was rumored that the Sima family wanted to marry the Xiahou family.  "Nothing big happened!" Lu Rui threw the bamboo slips aside. It's not a big deal for Sima and Xiahou to get married. The only person Sima wants to guard against is Sima Yi. As long as Sima Yi doesn't make any big moves, Lu Rui will ignore it.  Sima Shi will kill Sima Yi in the future.  Sima also wants to appease and win over.  "Husband, what a happy event!" Just as Lu Rui was checking the information about Chang'an, Cao Jie walked into the study.  "Why are you so happy, madam?" Lu Rui waved his hand, indicating that Xu Shu could withdraw.  "Husband, I received a letter from An'er from Chang'an." Cao Jie held a bamboo slip.  Looking at Lu Rui happily.  "Have you received a letter from An'er?" "Yes, husband, An'er finally gave birth to a baby boy and inherited the incense of the Zhong family." Cao Jie handed the bamboo slip to Lu Rui, full of joy. Since An'er married into the Zhong family  After that, he always wanted to have an heir.  After many years, I finally waited for a son.  "An'er is going to come to Luoyang with her children to meet her grandpa!" Cao Jie added, An'er is coming to Luoyang with Zhong Yao, firstly because Zhong Yao has to report on his work in Luoyang, and secondly to visit Lu Rui.  "Yes. Let the servants clean up a few rooms and let An'er live in the house for a while." Lu Rui took the bamboo slips and took a look.  "My dear father, I gave birth to a son two years ago. My husband will give me a name for you!" Zhong Hui?  Lu Rui was stunned for a moment, and then immediately realized, it's grandma's.  It¡¯s actually Zhong Hui!  Isn't this just a coincidence? I got a cheap grandson Zhonghui?  "Husband, what's wrong with you?" Seeing Lu Rui's surprised look, Cao Jie's face was full of confusion.  "It's nothing, it's just that there has been no news about An'er's pregnancy for so many years, and my husband has given up. Now I received An'er's letter, I am really happy, just happy for a moment." Lu Rui smiled, Zhonghui?  hey-hey.  Little grandson, you can't run away. Now that Jiang Wei and Deng Ai are in the house, plus Zhong Hui, all the people in the Cao Wei court in the future will be his.  Even if Sima Yi lives old enough, he will still have enough strength to deal with it!  "I see. An'er has been begging for a child for many years, and now her wish has been granted." "Master Hou, Eunuch Cao from the palace has come to deliver a message. His Majesty asked Master Hou to come to the palace." An'er has just given birth.  After hearing the news about Zhong Hui, Cao Ang sent someone to invite Lu Rui into the palace.  "I know, I know, I will enter the palace immediately." Lu Rui was stunned for a moment, why did Cao Ang let him enter the palace at this time? Today is the day of bathing. Is there something Cao Ang cannot discuss with Lu Rui in the court?  After putting on the court clothes, Lu Rui took Dian Man to the palace. It turned out that Dian Wei was already old, so Lu Rui asked him to teach people to practice fighting skills in the martial arts hall in Luoyang. Dian Man was not allowed to do such dangerous work as a guard.  Wei is done.  "Master Marquis, Your Majesty is already waiting for the Marquis in the inner court." When Lu Rui got off the carriage, Eunuch Cao led Lu Rui to the inner court. Cao Ang was waiting for Lu Rui in his study.  "I see your Majesty, long live long live!" Lu Rui came to the study and saw Cao Ang sitting on the dragon chair holding a bamboo slip.  "Is Bufan here? I have something to discuss with Bufan. This is the letter from Sima Yi and the ministers. I will make a decision tomorrow morning. Cao Ang handed the letter to Lu Rui with a wry smile on his face.  The content of Sima Yi's statement was very simple, that is, Cao Ang and the Mi family had no heirs, and the Wei Dynasty could not live without a prince for a day, so he asked Cao Ang to choose a prince among the clan.At that time, Sima Yi suggested that Cao Pi's son Cao Rui return to the clan and be selected as a backup candidate for the crown prince.  This is the pain of Cao Ang and Mi's life. Mi had difficulty conceiving because of her frail and sick health since childhood. After Hua Tuo's treatment, she only gave birth to a princess. However, Cao Ang was old and although he had received several  A concubine, under Hua Tuo's care, only gave birth to two princesses. Now Cao Ang's health is getting worse and worse, and the hope of giving birth to an heir is getting smaller and smaller. It is expected that the courtiers will support the crown prince.  .  "Bufan, my health has been declining for eleven years. Even if I give birth to an heir, it will be difficult for me to inherit the throne. How can a young king be able to overpower his ministers?" "It's just that Sima Yi actually let Rui'er return to the clan.  It's very ridiculous. If there wasn't support from the noble family, how could Zihuan be expelled from the clan?" Cao Ang smiled. Sima Yi really thought that the Wei royal family was an idiot. The emperor's plans were all based on Sima Yi's plans.  .  Sima Yi is really good at planning!  Lu Rui looked at the document. The current situation in the court really made it difficult for Cao Ang to ride a tiger. Cao Rui was a leader among the clan. Even Cao Cao was optimistic about Cao Rui back then, and Cao Ang also wanted Cao Rui to be the crown prince. But in this way, Sima Yi  With the merit of supporting him, even if Cao Ang and Lu Rui could understand Sima Yi's ambitions, it would be difficult to prevent Sima Yi from being promoted.  "Your Majesty, Sima Yi is very capable, and he is indeed a capable minister. If Sima Yi wants to make progress step by step, we can also make progress step by step." Lu Rui thought for a moment, Sima Yi's plan was watertight, and he could not easily touch Sima Yi.  All we can do is wait for the fox to reveal its tail.  In history, all the kings of Cao Wei were wary of Sima Yi and only used Sima Yi as a temporary worker.  Cao Rui's Minister of Gu Ming at that time did not originally prefer Sima Yi. It was only when Qin Lang molested the palace maids when Cao Rui was seriously ill that Cao Rui lost confidence, so he decided to make Sima Yi the Minister of Gu Ming, and he only gave a false position to a tutor.  In Cao Rui's mind, the old Sima Yi was no longer lethal, but unfortunately Cao Rui was wrong.  Sima Yi was able to seize the power of Cao Wei because of Sima Yi's step-by-step strategy and cautious character. Only by expanding his strength step by step can he win. Sima Yi was very cautious in every move he made and would not let himself make mistakes. Although Cao Wei was always wary of Sima Yi.  But there was no big mistake at all. It wasn't until Sima Yi finally took action that he realized it was too late.  "What's a good plan for Bufan?" Cao Ang was very unhappy to let Sima Yi lead him by the nose, but Sima Yi's memorial was indeed very attractive, for the future of Cao Wei.  Cao Ang had long wanted to make Cao Rui the crown prince.  "Your Majesty, you can act like this" Lu Rui thought for a while and then whispered in Cao Ang's ear.  "If this strategy is feasible, then act accordingly!" Cao Ang smiled slightly and nodded after hearing Lu Rui's words.  "Long live your majesty!" On the morning of the second day, Sima Yi took action.  "Thank you for your hard work, all the ministers, you have returned to Luoyang to report on your duties. The Wei Dynasty can only be prosperous today with the help of everyone." Cao Ang looked at the generals who were guarding the country who came back to Luoyang to report on their duties, and raised his hands to indicate that everyone could  Woke up.  "Thank you, Your Majesty!" Everyone stood up with their hands raised.  "Your Majesty, Sima Yi has something to report!" "Oh? Sima Qing's family, please tell me!" Cao Ang nodded, indicating that Sima Yi can start the report.  "Your Majesty, a few days ago, I asked you to appoint a crown prince to appease the people. I wonder what your Majesty's wishes are?" Sima Yi bowed his hand and reported to Cao Ang.  "The declaration of Sima Qing's family is indeed a big deal. I have no children, so I should have established a crown prince long ago. It's just that Sima Qing's family chose a son of the clan as the crown prince. Why does Cao Pi's son Cao Rui appear on the list? Cao Pi  Having been exterminated in the previous dynasty, how can his son be considered a member of the royal family?" Cao Ang smiled slightly and glanced at Sima Yi to see how Sima Yi could justify himself.  "Your Majesty. Although Cao Pi has been expelled from the clan, he is still the grandson of the late emperor by blood. Moreover, Cao Pi's son is talented and intelligent, and the late emperor loved him very much when he was still alive. Although he has been expelled from the clan, for the sake of the fate of the country of Wei, I ask your majesty to give way.  Cao Rui restored his clan name and was selected as a candidate for the crown prince! " "But if I allow Cao Rui to return to the Sima Qing family, I'm afraid the world will be dissatisfied. Wouldn't our Cao family have broken their trust with the people?" Cao Ang sneered in his heart.  When Cao Pi eliminated the clan, the whole family was in trouble. What tricks does Sima Yi want to pull now?  "Your Majesty, the father is guilty but the son is innocent. Although Cao Pi has committed a serious crime, he has been exterminated, which is considered punishment. Cao Rui was not born when Cao Pi committed the crime and Cao Rui's mother has not yet married into the Cao family. According to the previous dynasty and our dynasty,  The laws are all sins for the current clan members, and Cao Rui cannot be considered a sinner. For the future of the Wei Dynasty, I sincerely ask your Majesty to allow Cao Rui to return to the clan!" Sima Yi knelt in front of Cao Ang.  "Your Majesty, this is a letter from the famous people and people of Kyushu, hoping that the country will??I will establish the crown prince as soon as possible. Please give me your Majesty's advice!  " "I second the proposal, please give your Majesty a clear warning!  "Some officials from aristocratic families who supported Sima Yi stood up. There were only four or five people here and there. These were all Sima's in-laws. "What Sima Qing's family said is reasonable. I wonder what Lu Qing's family has to suggest?  "Cao Ang nodded and glanced at Lu Rui. All the ministers looked at Lu Rui. The emperor's words should not be taken seriously. The words of the emperor's confidants are a good guide. Most of the ministers were curious about Cao Ang's thoughts.  No, although Cao Ang has no heir, establishing a crown prince is always something that may offend Sheng Yan. Cao Ang said he wanted to establish a crown prince, but he didn¡¯t necessarily mean to establish one! Sima Yi smiled slightly and glanced at Lu Rui. Sima Yi had already calculated Cao Ang.  With Lu Rui's thoughts, for the future of Cao Wei, the two will definitely agree to establish a crown prince, and Cao Rui is the best choice. There is no reason for the two to be at odds with the Cao family. Sima Yi does not want to rise to the top in one step, and Sima Yi only wants to take his official position further.  That¡¯s all. ¡°I agree, what Grand Administrator Sima said is true.  "Lu Rui smiled slightly. Sima Yi has done so much work, so he must at least give others recognition. "What do you think of Captain Cao?  "Cao Ang looked at Cao Hong again. Now Cao Hong has made contributions to the older generation. Only Cao Hong and Xia Houyuan will follow Cao Cao to conquer the world. "The old minister seconded the idea that the Cao family should have an heir as early as possible!  " "I would like to second my suggestion, please Your Majesty to establish a crown prince as soon as possible!  "The ministers saw that both Lu Rui and Cao Hong agreed. They were sure of Cao Ang's true thoughts, and everyone agreed. "Okay, the matter is settled like this, let Cao Rui return to the clan and be selected as a candidate for the crown prince.  " "Sima Qing's family advice is meritorious.  I confer the title of Sima Qing's family as Sili Xiaowei!  Continue to guard Hanoi.  "Cao Ang knew that Sima Yi had done a lot of work on Cao Rui's return to the clan. Now that he has done a good job, he will naturally reward him. "Thank you, Your Majesty!  "Sima Yi bowed his hand, wanting to thank Cao Ang, but he didn't expect that Cao Ang would reward him so quickly. "Your Majesty, something bad has happened.  The Cao family princes in the harem were assassinated!  "Suddenly, Eunuch Cao rushed into the hall in a hurry. "What?  !  "Cao Ang was shocked. Those were all Cao's children who were going to be selected as the crown prince. "Your Majesty, a group of assassins suddenly appeared in the harem, and they also found this sword!  "Eunuch Cao presented a long sword to Cao Ang. The hilt was engraved with the five characters of Sima family in Hanoi. "Sima Qing's family.  Is this the sword of the Sima family in Hanoi? Why did it appear in the hands of the assassin?  !  "Cao Ang threw the long sword to Sima Yi. "Your Majesty, I don't know about this matter. Your Majesty, please take a closer look!  "Sima Yi took a look and saw that the long sword was indeed the Sima family's unique sword, but why did it appear here? Sima Yi immediately realized that the Sima family had been tricked. "Your Majesty.  I think this matter is strange. Someone may have slandered General Sima!  "Lu Rui was the first to stand up and speak for Sima Yi. No one would believe that Sima Yi did this idiotic trick. "What General Chariot and Cavalry said is true. This matter is indeed none of the minister's business.  "Sima Yi vaguely felt that something was wrong, but he couldn't figure it out for the moment. "Your Majesty, although General Sima is loyal to your Majesty, there must be a reason for everything. Your Majesty, please hand over General Sima to the Tingwei for thorough investigation!  "An official suddenly stood up and reported back to Cao Ang with his hands raised. Sima Yi saw at a glance that he was just an unknown official admonishing him. I'm afraid he was here to add insult to injury. No court would be without such villains. "  Well, in this case, the matter should be left to Tingwei to handle before the matter is investigated.  No one is allowed to torture anyone from the Sima clan!  "Cao Ang glanced at Man Chong and then at Sima Yi. "I accept the order!  "Man Chong bowed his hands and accepted the order. "A year later, in Luoyang Tingwei's cell, Sima Yi was enjoying delicious food in a single room, but the information coming from the outside made Sima Yi very angry. He was plotted against him!  The day after Sima Yi entered the cell, Cao Ang suddenly fell seriously ill and was recuperating in the palace. He ordered General Cao Hong to supervise the country, lead the foreign affairs of the army, and take charge of the palace affairs.  Guarding Cao Ang's safety. Tingwei Manchong began the interrogation. Because the murder weapon belonged to Sima's family in Hanoi, Sima Yi's brothers were temporarily detained to assist in the investigation. Except for Sima Lang, Sima Min had died long ago, and the rest of Sima Bada was  All six people were detained for investigation. In the first month after Sima Yi was imprisoned, Cao Rui was established as the crown prince, and then the subordinate officials in the East Palace were arranged by Lu Rui.  , and Deng Aidu, a general from a poor family, was arranged to enter the East Palace. At the same time, many children from aristocratic families entered the East Palace, most of them were descendants of the Langya Zhuge family and the Wang family, and there were also some founders of the poor family, such as the descendants of the five good generals.  , Guo Jia¡¯sSon Guo Yi, Jia Xu's son Jia Mu.  No one from the aristocratic families that Sima Yi originally wanted to arrange was selected. Those who were selected were all from aristocratic families that had a bad relationship with the Sima family.  Sima Yi figured it out. This must be Cao Ang and Lu Rui's plan to prevent him from interfering in the East Palace. Unfortunately, the most annoying thing for Sima Yi happened later.  In the third month of Sima Yi's imprisonment, Hebei sent troops to harass Hanoi. Cao Ang became seriously ill. Cao Hong replaced Sima Yi with Qin Lang as the general to guard Hanoi, and He Yan as the prefect of Hanoi to appease the people.  "Shu Zi will destroy my business in Hanoi!" Sima Yi heard the news and regretted it in prison.  He is not worried about the army. With his own ability, even if Qin Lang temporarily controls the army, the soldiers in the army still care for him. What is terrible is that He Yan actually became the governor of Hanoi.  Who is He Yan?  The grandson of General He Jin, the adopted son and son-in-law of Emperor Wu of Wei Cao Cao, and the brother-in-law of Cao Ang, he had many titles, but He Yan only knew how to date women, play with women, drink and walk dogs, and knew nothing about political affairs.  It's a pity that Cao Cao and Cao Ang have always doted on this person, making He Yan lawless and dared to molest women in the street in Luoyang.  He Yan will be the cause of trouble for Hanoi if he goes to Hanoi.  Many women from good families fell into the wrong hands, and this person did not know how to do government affairs. He only knew how to overhaul mansions and manors. The money and food saved in Hanoi and the Hanoi County that the Sima family had worked hard for many years were brought into chaos, and their strength was greatly damaged!  "General Sima, you can be released from prison." After a year of investigation, Sima Yi was finally released from Tingwei's cell.  With Cao Ang's permission, he returned to Hanoi to lead troops to govern the counties.  PS: Thank you for your great support!  !
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