The elite did not migrate south

Chapter 42 Sima Zhao

Wang Su wants to kill the emperor?
Gao Rou was confused. Why did His Majesty say this to him?

Why did Wang Su kill Cao Mao?

What does this have to do with me?

In fact, Wang Su's reputation has declined a lot during this period of time. Because of Guo, many people believe that Wang Su deliberately delayed time and was unwilling to let Cao Mao ascend the throne.

The rumor that he wanted to replace Guo was widely circulated.

Gao Rou knew Wang Su very well.

Wang Su was not so anxious.

It is even more impossible for him to take action against the emperor. He has been building up his reputation. If something happens to the emperor, he will be the first to suffer and his reputation will be ruined.

Is the little emperor trying to alienate the officials in the court and create a conflict between me and Wang Su?
A hint of disdain flashed across Gao Rou's eyes, and then she shook her head.

She is naive, that's right. She is just a kid of thirteen or fourteen years old. She could accomplish things with the help of talented people before. Now she is alone, what can she do?
Gao Rou didn't take this matter to heart.

At this moment, in the General Zhengxi's mansion, Sima Zhao was listening to Jia Chong's report with a smile on his face.

Among Sima Shi's many confidants, Sima Zhao liked Jia Chong the most.

It’s not because of anything else, it’s just because Jia Chong always likes to tell the truth.

When Sima Zhao's other confidants met him, they always gave him orders and showed little respect for him. But Jia Chong was different. Every time he met him, he would praise him and express his admiration for him.

At this moment, Jia Chong's old face was also filled with a flattering smile.

As a scholar, he seemed to be completely unconcerned about how much this behavior would embarrass him and how much it would reduce his status.

"General, everything has been arranged. When the emperor ascends the throne, he will be strictly disciplined and a teacher will be sent to teach him. He will study hard."

Jia Chong's words sounded nice, but his meaning was simple and direct.

The purpose was to put the emperor under house arrest in the name of studying so that he could not free his hands to do other things.

"The palace has already selected many close ministers for him. These people are all virtuous and will not lead the emperor astray."

"Also, the selection of the Minister of the Court is under discussion. We will not allow the traitor to get close to Your Majesty."

"It's the Queen Mother's side."

Sima Zhao shook his head. "You don't have to worry about the Queen Mother. All she wants is for Cao Mao to ascend the throne. She won't care about anything after that."

"So best."

Sima Zhao laughed. "Your Majesty used to hang out with the villains in Yuancheng, committing crimes all day long. Now that you're in Luoyang, you must discipline him properly. We can't let him make any more serious mistakes. This matter will fall on you. If Your Majesty makes any mistakes, please report them immediately."

"only!!"

Cao Mao had not yet arrived, but the deployment against him was already underway.

Sima Shi had already made up his mind to lock Cao Mao in the imperial palace, just like the small room in Yuancheng, so that Cao Mao would become a real loner.

Jia Chong left here and swore again and again before leaving that he would never let His Majesty cause trouble again.

As soon as he left, another person flashed into the mansion.

The person who came was Sima Yan.

When Sima Zhao saw this guy, he was filled with anger.

I sent you to keep an eye on Cao Mao's succession to the throne, but instead you followed him around, traveling around and sightseeing!

He was about to lose his temper when Sima Yan asked cautiously, "Has Lord Jia left?"

"Let's go! What are you going to do?"

Sima Yan hurriedly took out a letter from his sleeve, looked around vigilantly, and then stuffed it into Sima Zhao's hand.

Sima Zhao was confused by his action.

What do you mean? Contact me?

Sima Zhao suspiciously opened the letter in his hand and asked, "What is this?"

"This is a letter from His Majesty that I gave you, saying that my uncle was incompetent in his administration and asking you to help him redress Xiahou Xuan's wrongdoing."

As soon as Sima Zhao opened the letter, he almost dropped it on the ground because of Sima Yan's words.

Sima Zhao looked at the letter in his hand in disbelief. After reading it so quickly, his expression was extremely complicated.

Sima Yan did not lie to him. This was indeed a letter trying to recruit him into the group.

In the letter, Cao Mao expressed his sorrow over the death of his uncle, and his admiration for Xiahou Xuan and others. Finally, he blamed his brother for failing to redress Xiahou Xuan's grievances, and hoped that he could help Cao Mao and redress Xiahou Xuan together.

“Is he crazy??”

“That’s what I said!!”

"But he insisted that you were different from your uncle, that you were a virtuous person known to everyone in the world."

"fart!"

Sima Zhao interrupted his son, holding the letter in his hand, and fell into deep thought.

"What does this guy mean? To alienate brothers?" "Father, I think he might really mean that."

"Oh, do you think everyone in the world is like you?"

After all, Sima Zhao was experienced and shrewd. He absolutely did not believe that the emperor was a dull and simple gentleman. He definitely had some ulterior motives.

Is this strange letter begging for mercy?

Want me to protect him?
While Sima Zhao was thinking hard, Cao Mao was already lying in the front hall of Xuanwu Pavilion, which was the bedroom where Emperor Liezu used to rest.

He wanted to pretend again, refuse to sleep here, and go to the West Hall, but after thinking about it, he gave up the idea.

Facing these people in the temple, pretending is completely useless.

No matter how filial, benevolent, or noble you are, if you cannot bring them tangible benefits, it is worthless.

Cao Mao in the first week has achieved the pinnacle in this field, but who will support him, the wise emperor?
Lying flat on the bed, Cao Mao had a smile on his face.

The words he said in Gao Rou's ear were not intended to provoke conflict between Gao Rou and Wang Su at all.

They have no conflicts at all.

His real target is the Guo family.

Cao Mao had a list in his mind, which included some people he wanted to eliminate and some people he wanted to win over.

The Guo family is one of the key people who must be won over. Because of Guo De's incident, the relationship between Cao Mao and their family is now very bad, but Cao Mao will find a way to ease it.

He was ready to squeeze the most out of Wang Su.

Wang Su had no conflict with Gao Rou, but Guo was very worried about being replaced by him.

If there is no contradiction, then take the initiative to create one.

He did not ask the Guo family to fully assist him and help him fight against the Sima family. He only asked these people to stay close to him and have a basis for cooperation.

As for Jia Chong, we need to do more to stir up trouble and do our best, and it would be best to deal with him through the issues of Sima You and Sima Yan.

Sima Fu must always be vigilant, but he cannot be alienated. If he wants to be a loyal minister of the Wei Dynasty, then he must find a way to make him a loyal minister of the Wei Dynasty.

Zheng Chong doesn't have to think about it for now.

In addition to these people, the most important thing is to get in touch with Guanqiu Jian as soon as possible.

After all, Guanqiu Jian is the guarantee of his survival.

Now that Sima Shi is not in Luoyang, this is a good opportunity.

If we can make good use of it, we may be able to accomplish some great things.

And the most important thing is to keep looking for things to do.

Cao Mao knew very well that Sima Shi was a man who paid attention to every detail. His working style was somewhat similar to that of Zhuge Liang. He would personally handle all matters. Except for his brother, it seemed that no one else could gain his true trust. Even if he sent his confidants to do things, he would still keep an eye on them from behind.

Under such circumstances, Cao Mao had to create enough workload for Sima Shi, even if it was letters reporting his words and deeds every day, it had to be enough to cause his eye disease to relapse!

It would be best if I died of illness tomorrow!

Don’t worry about whether these things are useful or not, just do them. In the end, you will still have to see Sima Shi.

It’s right to make this guy have no peace.

Just at this moment, there was a knock on the door.

"His Majesty?"

Hearing this familiar voice, Cao Mao jumped up suddenly.

He ran all the way to the door and opened it hastily.

"Anshi!"

Sima Yan stood outside the door, his long hair draped over his shoulders, holding a jade plate, looking at him anxiously.

Seeing Cao Mao coming out, he hurriedly stepped aside, revealing another person behind him.

This man looked 70% similar to Sima Yan. He was handsome and elegant, with an extraordinary aura. He looked at Cao Mao in front of him with a smile on his face.

Cao Mao was stunned, but he had already guessed the other party's identity in his heart.

"But is the General Zhengxi in person?"

"Old minister Sima Zhao pays respects to Your Majesty!"

Sima Zhao was about to salute, but Cao Mao was horrified and hurriedly supported him to stop him.

"General!! I finally see you!"

At that moment, Cao Mao's eyes were filled with tears, as if he had welcomed his savior.

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