The elite did not migrate south

Chapter 59: A Real Man
"His Majesty."

Li Sheng's voice began to tremble.

The conversation between Cao Mao and Jia Chong contained so much information.

It was Jia Chong who sent them here to keep an eye on Cao Mao's every move, but now, Jia Chong shook his head in front of them, indicating that there was no need to monitor anymore.

This made them extremely frightened.

Could it be that Your Majesty has known this for a long time?
Cao Mao looked at them calmly, then turned and walked into the hall.

Everyone was at a loss as to what to do, but Cao Mao knew clearly what was going on.

Judging from Jia Chong's credibility and character, it is impossible for him not to monitor himself. So far, Jia Chong has shown great enthusiasm for him.

It can be said that if Cao Mao had not known Jia Chong's character in advance, he would have been deceived by him.

The most outstanding skill of Jia Chong, the smiling tiger, was abolished because of Cao Mao's foresight.

Think about it, if Cao Mao hadn't integrated his future memories, would he still be able to see through this bastard's character? I'm afraid only before he dies will he know how cruel this guy is.

But now, no matter how Jia Chong disguises himself, it is useless.

Even if Jia Chong pointed at his ancestral grave and swore to be loyal to Cao Mao, Cao Mao would not believe him.

However, now is a good opportunity to take advantage of.

Cao Mao will not let him go.

After he entered the West Hall, he said calmly, "Mr. Li, come in. The rest of you wait."

No one dared to disobey and never went in together like they did in the past few days.

Li Sheng lowered his head and followed them into the hall and closed the door.

When Li Sheng knelt in front of Cao Mao with a pale face, Cao Mao just sighed.

"I have never treated you unfairly. If Jia Chong hadn't told me, I wouldn't have known you were sent by him to keep an eye on me."

Li Sheng raised his head in fear and looked at the emperor in front of him.

He immediately burst into tears, "Your Majesty, spare my life!"

Cao Mao shook his head. "Jia Chong is a man who would sacrifice anyone, even his own family, to save his own life. How much more so would he sacrifice people like you?"

"I treat you as my confidant and have never looked down on you. Why do you treat me like this?"

"Your Majesty, he used my family as a threat. I lost my parents when I was young and was raised by my brother. I..."

Looking at Li Sheng crying in front of him, Cao Mao did not scold him anymore.

“It’s for my family.”

"That makes sense. What can compare to the love of family?"

Cao Mao raised his head, his face looking very sad.

"Although I don't have an older brother, someone once took care of me as if I were his junior. I wonder if he's been wronged now."

Cao Mao looked at him again and said, "Get up. I won't blame you."

"If Jia Chong still wants you to keep an eye on him in the future, then do as I say. I won't make it difficult for you. Just protect your brother."

Mr. Li felt extremely ashamed.

Cao Mao was the first noble to treat him as a human being.

His face flushed red, and his brother's appearance appeared in his mind, suppressing some of his crazy thoughts again and again.

Mr. Li burst into tears again.

After a long time, Li Sheng walked out of the inner hall and looked at another eunuch with red eyes.

"Your Majesty will let you in."

Zhou Sheng lowered his head and walked into the inner hall in silence.

In this way, Cao Mao summoned them one by one.

They also didn't know what Cao Mao said to each other inside.

This is truly a rare opportunity.

After meeting these people, Cao Mao finally saw the person he most longed to see.

"Jiao Jun!!"

Cao Mao didn't dare to speak too loudly, but just walked forward excitedly and held Jiao Bo's hand.

This was the first private conversation between the emperor and his minister.

Jiao Bo's eyes were red, and he was about to bow to Cao Mao, but Cao Mao held him back tightly.

"Jiao Jun! There's no need for this between you and me!"

"You are my only confidant in this entire temple. My life rests in your hands!"

"I am willing to die for Your Majesty!"

Jiao Bo quickly explained the situation outside. "I brought the news to Guanqiu Jun. He has people inside the city. They're spreading the news of Zhuge Dan and Sima Shi's affair. The news is already spreading like wildfire in the city!"

"Everyone despised Zhuge Dan's behavior."

"Lord Guanqiu asked me to tell Your Majesty that he is willing to die for you. There is also a man named Liu Lu in his mansion who said the same thing." Jiao Bo spoke quickly. He knew that he could not delay too long, so he told him the situation outside the palace in detail.

Cao Mao then said, "Okay, okay, I have you in the palace, and Guanqiu Dian and Liu Lu outside the palace. Why should I be afraid of Sima Shi?"

"During this period of time, you should not go to them anymore. Jia Chong, that bastard, will definitely tighten supervision. So, you can contact some trustworthy people in the palace. I am not familiar with this place, but you have been here for many years."

"You must know who are the true believers of the government. You can contact them secretly."

Jiao Bo hurriedly said, "Your Majesty, I believe that Li Zhao, the redundant attendant, is someone you can trust."

"I have known him for many years. He is an upright and loyal person. However, because of his uprightness, he has offended many people and therefore has not been able to get promoted. He is also a great martial artist, and most of the guards in the temple are led by him."

"Alright! I trust Lord Jiao! Since he recommended me, I think he must be a wise man!"

"minister"

Jiao Bo originally wanted to praise him more, but he didn't expect the emperor to be so straightforward.

He saluted Cao Mao again and said, "I will never let your majesty down!"

Soon, Jiao Bo also walked out of the inner hall with red eyes, followed by Zhao Cheng.

Cao Mao quickly had a private conversation with these eunuchs and yellow gates. Everyone had different expressions and the atmosphere was no longer the same as usual.

But Cao Mao's attitude towards them remained the same, without any change.

He smiled and said, "Everyone, what happened in the past is in the past. From now on, Lord Jia will assist me, and this situation will not happen again."

"Let's get some food!"

The day passed by so quickly.

When Li Zhao arranged today's rotation and was about to leave, Jiao Bo suddenly appeared beside him. Li Zhao was stunned but ignored him.

"Ziliang, have you heard what happened in the palace today?"

"Um"

Li Zhao's attitude was very indifferent.

Jiao Bo smiled bitterly. Of course he knew why.

When Jia Chong found everyone and used threats and bribes on them, Li Zhao remained silent, using silence to express his position.

Jia Chong was furious and wanted to kill him.

Unfortunately, the wife of this chief guard of the imperial palace was named Bian.

That’s right, the Bian from Taizu’s Empress Wuxuan, Lady Bian.

Jia Chong was not Sima Shi, so his official position was changed and another person was chosen to serve as the leader of the guards. He went from "captain" to "deputy captain".

At that time, Jiao Bo, who directly agreed to Jia Chong's request, was considered an unfaithful and unrighteous villain in Li Zhao's eyes.

From then on, Li Zhao never treated Jiao Bo well again.

But it was Li Zhao's attitude that made Jiao Bo willing to believe him.

The two had known each other for many years, and Jiao Bo knew what kind of person he was.

"Lord Li, I don't have a wife and family as powerful as yours. If I had disobeyed, I would have been executed long ago. I don't blame you for looking down on me for this. However, if I don't save my own life, how can I assist a wise king? How can I help His Majesty solve his problems?"

Li Zhao still didn't look at him, his expression was indifferent.

"I have never blamed anyone. Our paths are different and we cannot work together."

"How do you know we are not of the same mind?"

Li Zhao was stunned and looked at Jiao Bo.

"You are not me, so how do you know my way?"

"Isn't Mr. Li's Tao to eradicate traitors from the world?"

Jiao Bo spoke in a low voice and did not dare to shout "traitor Sima Shi" in front of everyone.

Li Zhao's eyes suddenly changed when he looked at Jiao Bo.

If Li Zhao didn't know Jiao Bo's character, he would have suspected that he was sent by Jia Chong to lure him to his death.

Jiao Bo said calmly, "This is not the place to talk. Don't stop, go outside."

The two of them walked towards the palace gate, one in front and one behind.

"Your Majesty's benevolence, I'm sure Lord Li has also seen it."

"You understand the grievances Your Majesty has suffered better than I do."

"But the current emperor is a very wise emperor and would never be easily deceived by thieves. He asked me to recommend someone he could trust. I mentioned your name, and he immediately asked me to come find you."

"Mr. Li, you have a powerful wife and family, unlike my humble family. If you are content with your career, you will eventually become a lieutenant."

"Are you willing to abandon all this wealth and glory and die with me?"

Li Zhao raised his head indifferently and looked into the distance.

“A true man must first know how not to act, and then he can act.”

"For the greater good of the world, why should I fear death?!"

(End of this chapter)