Chapter 50 6. Who does the "Tumbler" vote for?

If you ask who is the real most powerful "tumbler" in the Han political arena, I believe that every Han subject will answer without hesitation: Jia Xu.If you want to ask why he is a "tumbler", I believe every Han Dynasty subject will tell you: it is because he always seems to be on the right side. Indeed, Jia Xu is too smart, so smart that "one word can prosper the country, and one word can ruin the country".The courtiers loyal to the Han Dynasty hated him very much-if he, a "ghost" hadn't come up with a few "ghost ideas" in order to protect himself, the Han Dynasty would not have collapsed so quickly.At that time, Dong Zhuo, the minister of power, was put to death, and Situ Wangyun was in power.Although Wang Situ had limited talents, narrow-mindedness and indiscriminate killing, he finally brought a short respite to the precarious Han Dynasty.Dong Zhuo had two rough men, Li Jue and Guo Si, who were stationed in Luoyang at that time.If Wang Yun followed the attitude of "eliminate the first evil, and ignore the threat", and let the net go, the two people would most likely submit to the imperial court, and the chaos in the world could also be preliminarily determined.The Kwantung princes who raised their troops because of Dong Zhuo will also silence their flags and drums, call for money and withdraw their troops, and peace in the world is expected.However, Wang Yun was too headstrong, and finally ordered to kill Li Jue and Guo Si.

When Li Jue, Guo Si and their followers knew that Wang Yun's strict decree had come down, they all panicked and prepared to disband their troops and flee back to Shuobian.Jia Xu, who used to be Dong Zhuo's counselor, came forward to persuade them: "I heard that the emperors and ministers of the Han Dynasty planned to kill the people in Liangzhou, but the emperors abandoned the others and went alone, and only one pavilion leader can bind the emperor. It is better to lead the crowd. In the west, attack Chang'an and avenge Dong Gong. If this action is successful, everyone will be saved from misfortune and become a blessing; Xiliang soldiers and horses fought back against Chang'an, and went into the capital to destroy Wang Yun's party.After Wang Yun was killed, the Han Dynasty never recovered and fell into a complete collapse.And Jia Xu became the most hated traitor among the officials of the Han Dynasty.

Later, Jia Xu ran around among the princes and persuaded Zhang Xiu, who had revenge for killing his son, to lead an army of 30,000 soldiers into Cao Cao's tent before the Battle of Guandu, which provided him with a very powerful force to win the Battle of Guandu. support.Cao Cao also publicly praised Jia Xu: "It is Jia Jun who makes my reputation of integrity more important than the world!" Yes, only Jia Xu can persuade enemies like Zhang Xiu to serve Cao Cao, and can make Prime Minister Cao "love the virtuous" Regardless of personal enmity" reputation has spread all over the world. From then on, Cao Cao regarded Jia Xu as one of his four great advisers, and he almost obeyed him, and would not take any advice.In this way, Jia Xu became a strategist who was as famous as Xun Yu, Xun You, and Guo Jia by virtue of his outstanding talents.

Now, Jia Xu, who is a master strategist, encountered a huge problem-he received a secret letter from Cao Cao in a jade box, which actually asked him which son he should make as his heir.Jia Xu is old, and no longer wants to get involved in this frighteningly complicated court dispute.He had to use the word "drag" to deal with Cao Cao's secret letter in the jade box.He hoped that Cao Cao could solve this problem by himself. However, the world is so strange, the more you try to avoid this problem, the more this problem will chase after you.That afternoon, Jia Xu was sitting in the mansion reading a book, when he received a report from his servant that Sima Yi, the prime minister's army commander, came to visit him and ask for advice.

Sima Yi?Jia Xu was startled secretly, rolled up the slips in her hand and patted them on the table in front of her face a few times, thinking quickly in her mind.Why did this scheming and introverted boy suddenly visit the old man today?Could it be for the master behind him?At the end of the Battle of Chibi that year, the old man noticed his secrets and ulterior motives—but his background was really serious, so he had no choice but to let him go.Unexpectedly, in the past four or five years, this kid has been rising all the way, making rapid progress, and actually achieved the most sought-after and important positions in the prime minister's mansion, such as Dong Cao's subordinate, military sacrificial wine, chief secretary, and military commander. It is really not easy... Moreover, although he has a complicated background Profound, but not proud at all, the biggest advantage is modesty and prudence, studious and inquisitive.Sima Yi wants to learn and know everything, and he can learn and use everything well.He has mastered professional skills in military, politics, economics, logistics and other aspects, and can use them freely.It seems that Prime Minister Cao also intends to cultivate him, giving him a lot of positions and opportunities to exercise his talents.

Jia Xu has also seen through it now, what does it mean to be the chief secretary and military commander in Prime Minister Cao's office?It means that it is about to split the soil and build the small court of Wei State, the minister of the book, the general of the chariot and other honorable positions.So many famous children and talented people failed to emerge under Prime Minister Cao, but only this Sima Yi has been standing in the key position and not falling - I really must not neglect him!Thinking of this, he ordered his servants to prepare good tea for reception, and at the same time, he himself came to the front hall to welcome Sima Yi.

When Sima Yi entered Jia's mansion, he saw that all the furniture and furnishings inside looked very simple, without any luxury.He deeply felt Jia Xu's hidden intention behind this simple and simple atmosphere.Since Dr. Jia defected to Prime Minister Cao, he has often stayed behind closed doors, especially after assisting Cao Cao to pacify Ma Chao and Han Sui in Xiliang in the 16th year of Jian'an, he even refused to make friends. A self-sufficient strategy in troubled times.But today, Jia Xu made an exception to agree and welcome her visit, which is truly commendable.At least, Jia Xu actually gave himself enough face to meet Sima, who was such an insignificant prime minister's mansion, and met him. Thinking of this, Sima Yi couldn't help but secretly admire Jia Xu's skill of discerning people with eyesight.As long as Jia Xu can keep such a sharp eye, he will never be at a disadvantage in the extremely complicated disputes in the officialdom.

While thinking about it, Sima Yi unknowingly entered the front hall of Jia's mansion.I saw Jia Xuxu in a Confucian uniform, with a smile on his face, and greeted him warmly.Sima Yi was overwhelmed by the flattery, and hastily bowed and gave a deep salute, saying: "Mr. Jia's personal welcome gift will kill Xiaosheng." Jia Xu even said that there is no need to be polite, and said with a smile: "Mr. Sima came to the humble house today. I am very happy, but I don't know Why did Mr. Sima come here?" Sima Yi opened his mouth to speak, but suddenly turned his eyes to look at the servants of Jia's mansion in the front hall, but stopped speaking, with a somewhat embarrassed look on his face.Seeing this, Jia Xu understood immediately, coughed, waved her hand, and told all the servants in the front hall to retreat.After a while, Jia Xu said: "At this time, there is no one else in the hall, Mr. Sima can speak freely, and the old man will listen attentively."

Sima Yi smiled slightly, and said: "Xiaosheng has heard that Dr. Jia likes to collect pearls and jade, and he is very good at identifying treasures, so he brought a jade ring over and asked Dr. Jia to help identify the authenticity. They said that this jade ring is It was one of the dowry gifts that King Wen of Zhou gave when he invited Taigong Jiang to come out of the mountain. It was priceless and a rare treasure. I also asked Dr. Jia to examine it carefully, and Xiaosheng is very grateful.” He said unhurriedly, At the same time, he took out a red sandalwood box from his sleeve, put it on the incense table in the hall, and opened it gently.

Jia Xu didn't expect Sima Yi to come to ask him to appraise the treasure, and immediately agreed, and looked into the box, but saw a crescent-shaped jade ring striking his eyes.The jade ring is white and bright, exquisite and translucent, with a wisp of purple pattern like a coiled dragon wrapping around it, the posture is vivid and wonderful.Upon seeing it, Jia Xu was taken aback: "This is exactly the national treasure given to Jiang Taigong by King Wen of Zhou - 'Purple Dragon Jue'. Where can I get this rare treasure?" He was amazed, while holding the jade ring in his palm, he couldn't stop playing with it, and couldn't bear to let it go.

Sima Yi stood aside, seeing Jia Xu's love for the jade ring, and secretly laughed in his heart.He said slowly: "Mr. Jia, how can Xiaosheng have such blessings to enjoy this rare treasure? This 'Purple Dragon Jue' is the favorite of Cao Pi, Lieutenant General of the Five Senses." Upon hearing this, Jia Xu's expression slowly changed, as if a large piece of ice suddenly fell into a pot of hot water and gradually cooled down.He slowly put the "Purple Dragon Jue" back into the wooden box, and sighed leisurely: "Congratulations, old man, for being a general with five senses! Please go back and tell him, Mr. Sima, that this 'Purple Dragon Jue' is indeed genuine. If This old man's words are not true, and he is willing to be punished by the general of the five senses." How smart is Sima Yi, how could he fail to hear the sense of loss in his tone?He smiled coldly, but remained calm, held the wooden box in his hand, slowly brought it to Jia Xu, and said softly: "Since this is indeed a rare treasure, Dr. Jia is welcome to accept it with a smile. It is the real purpose of General Wuguan Zhonglang entrusting Xiaosheng to bring the treasure to see Dr. Jia. He is willing to give this treasure to Dr. Jia!" As soon as these words came out, Jia Xu suddenly heard a thunder in the sky, and his face showed a look of surprise.Even though he was resourceful and quick-witted, he couldn't help being stunned and couldn't recover for a while.After a long while, Jia Xu finally said: "How can I, old man, dare to accept such a precious treasure as a gentleman with five senses?" "The general of the five senses has admired Dr. Jia's talent and virtue for a long time, and today he presents the jeweled jade, and really wants to be taught by Dr. Jia!" Sima Yi replied slowly. Jia Xu was a little surprised, "Could it be that the man with five senses will encounter some problems?" Sima Yi nodded silently, and then said slowly: "In fact, Dr. Jia has already known about this problem. The secret letter in the jade box from Prime Minister Cao, It seems Dr. Jia hasn't answered yet, right?" Only then did Jia Xu understand everything.Sure enough, Sima Yi came as a lobbyist for Cao Pi, the master behind him.His expression of surprise and suspicion disappeared in an instant, and he returned to a pool of deep water, and his eyes were so serious that no one could capture the slightest emotion anymore.After a long, long time, I just said: "This 'Purple Dragon Jue', I am too ashamed to accept it, so I have to ask Mr. Sima to thank the general of the five senses for his kindness. Now the old man is very old and decayed. After decades of hard work, I have no other plans. I just want to close the door and enjoy my old age. As for the matter that the five-featured gentleman asks, it is really inconvenient for the old man to intervene. Mr. Sima, stay out of the matter, ignore it, this book It should also be the correct attitude of my courtiers!" Sima Yi smiled slightly and said: "Doctor Jia's words are wrong. I am afraid that no one can stay out of the dispute of Wei Shizi's establishment of an heir. Prime Minister Cao visited all the senior and important officials in the court with secret letters in a jade box, and sent a total of thirteen copies. At present, only Jia Prime Minister Cao has not yet replied to the doctor’s confidential letter. Now that Doctor Jia is in an important place, he plays a very important role. If you cast to the right, the general with five senses will win, and if you cast to the left, the plain prince will win. Don’t be careless!” Jia Xu sighed leisurely, and said, "It's not the first time I've heard Mr. Sima's words today. Mr. Cao Dingyi has already seen this old man in the west of Prime Minister Cao's residence...I'm really in a dilemma." Sima Yi Hearing this, he secretly admired Ding Yi's swiftness in his attack, but it was inconvenient to say more, he pondered for a moment, and said: "Please accept this treasure for now, Doctor Jia, and you can return it to General Wuguan at any time. What General Zhonglang Wuguan asked for , Dr. Jia doesn’t need to rush to answer for a while, take it easy, put it aside, take a look, and talk about it later, how about it?” Jia Xu was speechless and could only nod her head. Sima Yi smiled slightly and said, "There is an old saying: 'A man who knows the current affairs is a brilliant man.' Dr. Jia has always been far-sighted and thoughtful, and he has made every possible plan, and I admire him very much. Today's matter is also very complicated, but I believe that Dr. Jia will make a decision." It is a wise and correct decision. I will take my leave now, and I will listen to Dr. Jia's advice at any time." As he spoke, he gently placed the 'Purple Dragon Jue' and the red sandalwood box on the table, and left respectfully. .Jia Xu's face was full of sorrow, she didn't get up to see him off, she just looked at the "Purple Dragon Jue" in deep thought. When Sima Yi walked out of the living room slowly, Jia Xu let out a deep and long sigh behind him.How helpless and desolate that sigh is!Sima Yi felt a burst of emotion in his heart. Unexpectedly, Mr. Jia Xu, who is known as the "ghost" of strategy, would have anxious and troublesome times.It seems that human beings are human beings, and there is no such thing as Confucian's saying, "Get in the middle without thinking, gain without thinking, calmly and moderately, and do everything right."