Chapter 5 Chapter 2

Cao Cao not only killed Jian Chang in public at the gate of the city, but also displayed his dead body at the gate of the city for three days, and wrote a notice and posted it all over the northern district. The streets and alleys of the North District discussed this matter one after another, and they all praised Cao Cao, the new North District Security Captain.The whole city of Luoyang was also shocked, and everyone knew that Jian Shuo's uncle, Jian Chang, had been killed.People in the dignitaries and dignitaries were even more shocked.The killing of Jian Chang was like a special warning to them. Those who had troubled themselves in the past were particularly frightened and shuddered.But at the same time, he hated the young guard captain endlessly, gnashing his teeth to inquire about the ins and outs of this man, wishing to bring him down immediately.

When Cao Cao's grandfather Cao Teng found out about this, he was not without fear. He immediately sent someone to call Cao Cao and said, "Do you know what will happen if you kill Jianchang?" Cao Cao replied calmly, "I know." Cao Teng sighed and said, "Jian Chang is Jian Shuo's uncle. His uncle will not be reconciled to being punished like this. Think about it, even if he is embarrassed by face, will he be indifferent? Now Jian Shuo is favored by Emperor Ling, Its power is far above us..." Cao Cao said: "Grandfather, it's not that I haven't thought about these things. However, as the captain of the guard, you must be strict in enforcing the law. Otherwise, you might as well be a gatekeeper. Cao Cao's ambition is to know that he only takes one step today, and the first step cannot dispel evil spirits." Fuzheng, what is the use of it in the future? Besides, I enforce the law openly and act according to the regulations. I have no faults for personal gain or fraud.

After Cao Teng heard what Cao Cao said, he had to nod in agreement. He was both pleasantly surprised and worried.The surprise is that Cao Cao is indeed righteous and talented, and he will make great achievements in the future; the worry is that no matter how difficult this matter is, he will not let it go. Although this matter is impeccable as Cao Cao said, Jian Shuo will definitely make things difficult for him.The matter has come to this point, only to let it develop and be prepared to adapt. If, as Cao Teng predicted, Jian Shuo was furious with Cao Cao, he told Lingdi directly, saying that Cao Cao was too deceitful, and being strict with the law was an excuse, and it was true that Jian Shuo deliberately made things difficult for him. face to face...

When Emperor Ling heard this, he was also very surprised. He did not expect that Cao Cao, who had just served as the captain of the North with Xiaolian, would have such a move that shocked the government and the public.Then he said to Jian Shuo: "This should be investigated in advance, and then dealt with." Jian Shuo shook his head: "It's hard to say..." Emperor Ling asked, "Why is it difficult to say?" Jian Shuo said: "We only investigate this matter, but we can't help Cao Cao. Speaking of which, he handled this matter according to the prohibition of public laws."

Emperor Ling couldn't help wondering: "Since this is the case, what should we do?" Jian Shuo had calmed down a lot at this time, and thought about it: "I think the only way is to transfer him away from the capital." Emperor Ling said: "Then pass the decree immediately!" Jian Shuo said: "It's not right. The immediate transfer shows that the court does not advocate strict law enforcement. The transfer can only be postponed. First, pretend to reward Cao Cao to show the court's encouragement. In this way, everyone in the capital will support the court. At this time, Cao Cao was transferred to another place by means of promotion, and we will find a way to deal with him later..."

Emperor Ling said: "What Aiqing said is very true, let's do as you please." Therefore, Emperor Ling decreed to publicly reward Cao Cao, saying that Cao Cao had made remarkable achievements in rectifying social order. Cao Cao was greatly confused when he heard the news.He originally thought that Emperor Ling, under Jian Shuo's instigation and control, would intentionally find trouble in his behavior this time, and he had made all mental preparations for this.However, not only did the court not find trouble, but instead issued an order to reward him.Of course, he would not believe that this would come from Jian Shuo and Lingdi's original intention, there must be some kind of conspiracy here, and he was on guard at all times.

Sure enough, a few days after rewarding Cao Cao, Emperor Ling issued another decree saying that Cao Cao was good at governing the city, and he was transferred to Dunqiu County in the east of Yanzhou as the governor. Only then did Cao Cao understand that Emperor Ling and Jian Shuo would not allow him to serve as the captain of the guard anymore. If Cao Cao were allowed to continue to serve, he did not know how many privileged people would be hurt.And these people are Jian Shuo's wings. Cao Cao had to pack up and bid farewell to his grandfather.At this time, the grandfather had already been affected by Cao Cao's murder of Jian Chang. Jian Shuo was very angry with him, often colliding with bad words in the palace, and Lingdi was also indifferent to him.Cao Teng thought that he was loyal and had done a lot for the eunuch group, and because his grandson was young and vigorous, and his behavior went too far, he was so angry that he received such supercilious looks and bad words.He was old, but within a few days, he became much older.

Facing his grandfather, Cao Cao felt a little sorry, and said apologetically, "Grandfather, my grandson is unfilial and caused trouble for you..." But my grandfather said: "Actually, I am not worried about myself. My grandfather is old, so it doesn't matter. I think of you more. After all, you are young, you have a long life, and everything is just beginning. It is really frustrating to be rejected like this." I'm a little worried..." Cao Cao smiled and said, "I didn't think I was rejected. On the contrary, it was a good opportunity for me. The captain of the guard is just one thing. Compared with the governor, he is too simple. Think about it, grandpa. If Cao Cao set his ambition to make a difference, he must have the ability of comprehensive governance, and serving as a governor provides him with a great opportunity to practice in this area. Therefore, I am very happy now, and I can't wait to be the governor immediately. Don’t worry, Grandpa, Cao Cao is in Dunqiu County, so he must make a good appearance..."

Cao Cao's views surprised his grandfather Cao Teng. Once again, he found that Cao Cao was much more mature, not only courageous, but also strategic, and able to open up a new path for himself in adversity.So, he couldn't help but took Cao Cao's hand, patted his arm, and sighed: "It seems that grandfather is really old..." However, Cao Cao's plan failed again. Jian Shuo and Emperor Ling did not allow him to fulfill his ambitions in Dunqiu County. Their purpose was to remove him from the position of the captain of the guard.If he moved in the capital, it would be difficult to move, so he was transferred to Dunqiu County as a temporary transition.

When Cao Cao arrived in Dunqiu County and just started to investigate and study in order to formulate a new plan for rectifying Dunqiu, the imperial court ordered him to return to Beijing to take up the post of Yilang. This really made Cao Cao feel angry and disappointed. All the good ideas in his mind suddenly came to naught, wasting his efforts and time, and the promises he made in public at the Governor's Mansion all became empty talk.What's more, he knows the real weight of Yilang officer, which is just a nominal position, without any power to enforce the law. Jian Shuo's treatment of Cao Cao in this way is indeed poisonous enough. He has cut off any authority, and it seems that he will retaliate once there is a suitable opportunity.

Cao Cao was in a dilemma. He had just embarked on an official career, and it was obviously impossible to resign. In that case, he might end his career as an official.Those who voluntarily resign from office are generally not reappointed by the court.If he obediently becomes Yilang, he will be locked in a cage made by Jian Shuo. He can tease you whenever he wants, and he can slap you whenever he wants... After much deliberation, Cao Cao decided to endure it for the time being.He believes that everything can change, it depends on human effort.As long as I, Cao Cao, are cautious, what can I do? As long as there is a chance, through hard work, there will be no improvement. Cao Cao left Dunqiu County again, and returned to Beijing in a hurry.Yilangguan, just Yilangguan, happy to have a leisurely time, and then practice self-cultivation. This may be another characteristic of Cao Cao. He can adapt to changes at any time and under any circumstances, and he will never be helpless and wait for death.Ability to see the positive side of an unfavorable environment.Then make full use of the favorable side and strengthen your ability to deal with the unfavorable environment. Cao Cao, as a Yilang official, spent more time studying poetry and books, thinking about problems, and at the same time raising his vigilance to prevent accidents. However, the advent of unexpected events is sometimes irresistible, even the witty Cao Cao is no exception.Because he can be vigilant against himself, but he cannot be vigilant about things outside of himself.Maybe the treacherous and cunning Jian Shuo kept Cao Cao by his side with a sure-fire attitude, because he saw this?