The Three Kingdoms: Home Travel

Just as Wang Yun and Jiang Zhe had predicted, within a few days, the emperor claimed to be ill and did not attend court for several days, causing panic and undercurrents in the court.

Now, the emperor was seriously ill. He had two sons, Xie and Bian. The emperor wanted to make Xie the crown prince. During this time, the eunuch Jian Shuo advised, "If Your Majesty wants to make Xie the crown prince, you must first execute He Jin to prevent future troubles."

After pondering for a moment, the emperor issued an edict summoning He Jin to attack, and then secretly dispatched five hundred axemen to lie in ambush inside the palace.

Just as He Jin reached the palace gate, he happened to run into Sima Panyin, who gestured to him with his eyes.

After thinking it over, He Jin looked at the palace gate and broke out in a cold sweat. He hurriedly returned to his private residence and summoned his generals to discuss the matter.

One of them said, "If you wish to plot against the eunuchs, that's easy. You have Yuan Shao and Cao Cao under your command; why not use them?"

Upon hearing this, He Jin suddenly realized that Yuan Shao was the descendant of the Four Gates and Three Dukes, and Cao Cao was the grandson of Cao Teng. Both were powerful figures. If he wanted to eliminate the evil in the palace, he would have to invite the two of them to strengthen his position.

He Jin casually wrote a letter summoning Yuan Shao and Cao Cao to Luoyang.

From that day forward, He Jin and the Ten Attendants became bitter enemies. Whenever there were guards around, the Ten Attendants would take the opportunity to slander He Jin to the emperor, telling him about his misdeeds. The emperor then deeply resented them and secretly issued an edict to pass the throne to Crown Prince Xie. He also ordered the eunuch Jian Shuo to secretly train armored soldiers to prevent He Jin from causing trouble.

After speaking, the emperor fainted and remained unconscious for a long time.

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"...Food refers to the good grains grown by farmers that can be eaten; goods refer to cloth and silk that can be worn, as well as gold, knives, fish, and shells, which are used to distribute wealth, facilitate trade, and connect the rich and the poor. These two are the foundation of people's livelihood, and they originated in the time of Shennong..."

"Hmm!" Wang Yun nodded, took a sip of tea, and said, "That's all for today, Shouyi. Make your preparations well. Your uncle will take you to visit Cai Bojie."

"Yes..." Jiang Zhe yawned, his head drooping.

"Husband, come and wash your face to relieve your fatigue." Xiuer came in carrying a basin of water.

"I can't take it anymore if this goes on every day..." Jiang Zhe walked over, yawning.

Xiuer chuckled softly, then asked curiously, "Oh, husband, why did Uncle leave so early today?"

"He said he was going to take me to visit someone!" Jiang Zhe said irritably. "That old stubborn man!"

If someone else had spoken to her uncle in that way, Xiu'er would probably have been furious. But since it was Jiang Zhe, firstly, he was her husband, and secondly, it was just a few harsh words to vent her frustration. So she just smiled and didn't take it to heart.

My husband is such a lazy person, he must have been really bored to death by his uncle these days... Xiu'er looked at Jiang Zhe's tired face with heartache, while secretly laughing to herself.

Mi Zhen skipped in, looked at Jiang Zhe with a charming smile, and said, "You rascal! Are you free today to take my sister and me out to play?"

"Playing, playing, all you ever think about is playing!" Jiang Zhe glared at him and said, "I'm going out with that old man. If you're not afraid, you can come along!"

Upon hearing Jiang Zhe mention the word "old man," Mi Zhen's eyes widened and she stuck out her tongue. Wang Yun was known for his sternness, and his demeanor further intimidated Mi Zhen, making her hesitant to act rashly.

"Oh..." Mi Zhen said, pouting, "Then where are you going?"

"Uncle Cai's house!"

"Huh?" Mi Zhen said in confusion, "Could he be the father of Cai Yan, the most beautiful woman in Luoyang?"

"How did you know?" Jiang Zhe asked curiously.

"Hehe, not only do I know, but my sister knows too. The neighbors often mentioned it when the two of us went out in the past."

"oh."

"Sister!" Mi Zhen said, pulling Xiu'er's hand, "Let this villain take us with him, just in case he... hmph!"

Xiuer glanced at Jiang Zhe, her lips moved slightly, and she said, "I will go and splash the water away..." After saying that, she went out.

Mi Zhenyi pouted and followed him out, saying softly, "Sister Xiuer, aren't you afraid of that wicked person..."

"Don't talk nonsense! My husband is definitely not that kind of person!" Xiu'er said, frowning.

"It's hard to say..." Mi Zhen continued to encourage Xiu'er, "Everyone in the neighborhood says that the Cai family's daughter is exceptionally beautiful and talented, and now that she's of marriageable age, suitors are practically wearing down our doorstep! Aren't you afraid of those wicked men..."

Xiu'er glanced at Mi Zhen, pinched her cheek, and said, "You silly girl, you clearly want to go out and play, yet you give me so many excuses. Your husband is visiting with your uncle; it's definitely not what you're saying!"

"Hmph!" Mi Zhen pouted, rubbing the spot she'd been pinching. "Rumor has it that that woman is the most beautiful woman in Luoyang. I refuse to believe that villain wouldn't be tempted!"

"You silly girl!" Xiu'er said with a laugh, "Didn't I just take you out the other day? Are you tired already? Fine, if you want to go out, you can go and ask my husband..."

"Ask him?" Mi Zhen's face immediately fell.

"Hehe..." Xiu'er chuckled and left, but a hint of worry lingered in her eyes. Could it really be as Zhen'er had said? That woman, the daughter of a great scholar, was proficient in all the arts, while she herself... though skilled in martial arts, lacked knowledge...

It shouldn't be... Xiu'er recalled the love in Jiang Zhe's eyes when he looked at her, and her heart warmed. Yes! Her husband would never do that!

"Take you there?" Jiang Zhe looked at the girl in front of him with a strange expression. "Why should I take you there? Give me a reason first..."

"..." Mi Zhen moved her lips, then suddenly said, "I'll keep an eye on you for Sister Xiu'er, lest you... hmph!"

"Speechless!" Jiang Zhe curled his lip, then suddenly felt a joking thought and said, "I can take you, but... what identity will you use?"

"Hmm... your sister, is she okay?" Mi Zhen asked expectantly.

"..." Jiang Zhe shook his head and sighed, "I'm going to visit my uncles, why would I bring my sister along?"

Mi Zhen also felt something was amiss and immediately felt disappointed, muttering, "I just wanted to go see if that woman was really as rumored... um, and also, to keep an eye on you!"

Jiang Zhe rolled his eyes at Mi Zhen and said with a mischievous grin, "Going is fine, but... I'm still short one pageboy, and you're the one!"

Mi Zhen stared wide-eyed, pointed to herself, and said in disbelief, "A...book boy?"

"Don't want to go? Fine, I'm leaving!"

"Wait!" Mi Zhen frowned and pondered for a moment, then said angrily, "Fine! I'll grant your wish! You wicked person!"

"Haha!" Jiang Zhe laughed loudly as he watched Mi Zhen run away. This girl's temper is too bad; she needs to be disciplined properly!

When Jiang Zhe led Mi Zhen to the gate of the mansion, Wang Yun was already there. He glanced at Mi Zhen, who was dressed as a page, then glared at Jiang Zhe, who immediately shrank back.

"Get in the carriage!" Wang Yun went in first.

"Come on, my book... boy!" Jiang Zhe said with a wicked grin, and went upstairs, with Mi Zhen pouting as she followed.

With a shout from the driver, the carriage slowly moved forward.

"Shouyi!" Wang Yun said in a deep voice, "Do you remember what I said a few days ago? If you disgrace me! Humph!"

Jiang Zhe broke out in a cold sweat. This guy's got some nerve, really! You're something else, old man!

Before long, they arrived at the Cai residence, where an old scholar was standing in front of the gate.

As soon as Wang Yun got out of the carriage and saw the man, he exclaimed in surprise, "Bojie? Thank you for waiting here so long, it's my fault!"

"Master, you're too kind! Oh, and who is this young friend...?"

"Oh!" Wang Yun said with a smile, "This is my nephew-in-law. I've come today for two reasons: first, to discuss important matters with Bojie, and second, for this son! Shouyi, why don't you quickly greet your Uncle Cai!"

"Shouyi greets Uncle Cai!" Jiang Zhe had no choice but to comply.

"No need for formalities." Cai Yong looked at Jiang Zhe with surprise, then clapped his hands and laughed, "It seems that Master Zishi values ​​your nephew-in-law very much... I've never seen you bring any nephews to my place before..."

"A stubborn rock! Just a stubborn rock!" Wang Yun smiled, looking at Jiang Zhe and thinking to himself, if there were such a person among his nephews and nieces, how could he not help him? Alas! It's a pity that they are all of mediocre talent.

Upon hearing Wang Yun's words, Cai Yong became somewhat curious. He carefully examined Jiang Zhe again and saw that his eyes were clear and that he did not flinch when looking at him. He smiled inwardly and thought, "This boy is quite arrogant! And since the Prince Teacher values ​​him so much, he must be a leader among his generation."

"With the guidance of a skilled mentor, even a stubborn stone can eventually become a beautiful gem! Please!"

"Bojie, do not praise the younger generation lightly, lest they become arrogant! Please, my old friend!"

"Boring!" Jiang Zhe scoffed and walked in, casually saying, "Scholar...come with me!"

"How infuriating!" Mi Zhen glanced at the Cai residence and, although its scale was not as large as her own, it had a subtle and elegant charm, which she secretly marveled at.

"What are you standing there for!" Jiang Zhe's voice came from afar.

"They're here!" Mi Zhen said, then immediately noticed Jiang Zhe's expression and pouted, saying, "Yes... sir..."

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