burning beans

After stepping off the carriage, Cao Pi realized that he was already in a small courtyard.It is said to be a small courtyard, but there are not many flowers, plants and trees. Instead, a large circle is surrounded by a fence in the middle of the yard. Around the circle, there are a few beds and a few desks. On the desks are wine pots and cups. With a few plates of dim sum.Cao Pi was puzzled, but suddenly his attention was attracted by the movement from a corner of the small courtyard.

In the corner of the courtyard, there are two chicken coops, in which are two big roosters with red and big combs.The movement that caught Cao Pi's attention was the sound made by one of them pecking at the railing of the cage.As if feeling Cao Pi's gaze, the big rooster stopped pecking at the coop, raised its head, and looked at Cao Pi.Suddenly, the wings spread out, and the majestic body, black and bright feathers, and perfect streamlines were all displayed in front of the two of them.This was not enough, and he raised his neck again, and let out a long cry of "Oh--", which was loud and clear, as if it could penetrate into the clouds.

Seeing this, Cao Pi couldn't help but praised: "What a game cock!" On the other hand, the white game cock in the other cage seemed to be a bit old-fashioned, just pacing around in the cage as if nothing happened outside. As if it had nothing to do with it.

Cao Zhi smiled, picked a bed, tilted his body, half sitting and half lying down, picked up a piece of snack on the table and stuffed it into his mouth, and said vaguely: "Zihuan, pick one quickly, we Come and fight."

Some helplessly glanced at his younger brother, Cao Pi said: "How big a person is, I can't wait to swallow it before talking."

Cao Zhi pouted in dissatisfaction, swallowed the snacks in his mouth in two mouthfuls, and said, "This is not in the mansion, so don't pay so much attention." After finishing speaking, he poured himself another glass of wine, and raised his neck Then he drank it and said: "Although fire cannot be lit during this cold food festival, this cold food has a special taste."

Looking at Cao Zhi dotingly, Cao Pi didn't stop him from eating without image. He casually pointed to the big black rooster with head high and chest out, and said, "Then I'll choose it."

When even a waiter came and put the two fighting cocks into the fence in the yard.Cao Pi imitated Cao Zhi's appearance, leaning on the Hu bed, enjoying the wine and food on the table comfortably, thinking in his heart: This rooster is so imposing, the victory or defeat is only a matter of an instant, um...later Don't ask Zhi'er for a favor...

Thinking of this, Cao Pi couldn't help squinting his eyes, but the next moment, his eyes suddenly widened.Inside the fence, the eyes of the absent-minded white-haired rooster suddenly showed an unusual look, the feathers on its body stood up, its wings spread out suddenly, and it moved towards the The big black-feathered rooster pecked at it fiercely.

The fence was full of dust and feathers, even though Cao Pi was not keen on it, so he couldn't help but clenched the wine glass in his hand, and even forgot to put the snacks he picked up into his mouth.Soon after the dust settled, the big black-feathered rooster jumped to the fence with its head drooping, the hair on its body seemed to be a little wilted.And the big white-haired rooster returned to the appearance of the old god, and took a leisurely walk in the arena, as if the fierce fight that happened just now had nothing to do with it.

After the servants put the two fighting cocks back in their cages and cleaned up the venue, Cao Pi came back to his senses and said with emotion: "I didn't expect this seemingly insignificant fighting cock to fight so fiercely. "

Cao Zhi was eating and drinking happily. Seeing that Cao Pi seemed to have a feeling, he said, "Ordinary people should not be judged by appearances, and this chicken is the same. Some people usually keep a low profile, but it does not mean that they have no real skills."

There seemed to be a thought in his heart, Cao Pi frowned slightly, looked at Cao Zhi and said, "What do you want to say?"

Cao Zhi smiled mysteriously, and said: "Second brother is always busy, but you might as well find time to visit Mr. Jia." After finishing speaking, he stopped talking about this topic, picked up his wine glass and rubbed it to Cao Pi's side, saying: "Today is a good day. I brought my second brother to play, so let’s not mention these disappointing things.”

Cao Pi readily agreed, but he already had calculations in his heart.

The eyes are very good, and the listener is tired of palace businessmen.The master does nothing, and all the guests enter the party.Sitting at the banquet, watching the room between cockfights.

The heroes are swaying, and their arms are flying upwards.Flick the feathers to stimulate the breeze, and the fierce eyes are shining brightly.The hair falls lightly and the hair is scattered, and the distance is often severe.

The long cry enters the blue clouds, and the wings soar alone.May Mengli anoint and help, often be good at this field.

The moonlight was dim, but Jia Xu, who was seventy years old, was not sleepy at the moment.Ever since joining Cao Ying, it has inevitably aroused suspicion. Jia Xu has always acted in a low-key manner. He neither makes friends with powerful people, nor has personal relationships with others. Even the family of his children is not a wealthy family.But tonight, the quiet Jia's mansion ushered in a distinguished guest.

The fragrance of tea wafted up, followed by the steaming mist, Jia Xu narrowed his eyes like a fox, quietly looked at the visiting young man, and said after a while, "Xu has always been autistic, I don't know that the second son is visiting late at night, only this thin tea is waiting for you." , I hope that the second son will not blame him."

The visitor was Cao Pi who listened to Cao Zhi's advice, so he took a sip from his teacup and said, "Mr. Jia, you are polite. I came here in the name of Mr. Pi, I hope I don't disturb your rest."

Unexpectedly, Jia Xu laughed loudly when he heard the words: "If that's the case, why did the eldest son come here late at night? Excuse me, the eldest son is here to establish a son?"

Unexpectedly, Jia Xu spoke so bluntly, Cao Pi couldn't help but opened his eyes wide in surprise, and stared blankly at the old man in front of him.Jia Xu didn't wait for Cao Pi's reaction, and continued, "The king of Wei has made great achievements all his life, so he will entrust the affairs of his death to a capable person. The second son is both civil and military, but the Marquis of Linzi is also amazingly talented. He is also deeply favored by King Wei. However, in old age, there will always be a little more closeness and attachment to the family and children. The second son wants to win the heart of King Wei, promote morality, cultivate tolerance, and fulfill his duties. Don't forget to be a son of man. It is enough to be filial piety." After finishing speaking in one breath, regardless of the stunned Cao Pi, he drank the tea in front of him.

And Cao Pi's heart at this moment is beyond the description of "surprise".Over the years, people around him have been persuading him how to build more achievements in order to gain his father's appreciation, but Jia Xu pointed at the softness in people's hearts.Heh... If I was really fighting Zhi'er at this time, I would definitely feel a sense of enlightenment.However, these words sounded like an old man's ordinary teaching to the younger generation. Speaking of it alone, who would think of the matter of establishing a son?Jia Wenhe...didn't forget to clear up his relationship while making plans... Sure enough, the old fox...

His mood gradually calmed down, Cao Pi stopped talking, and immediately bowed politely, saying: "Pi has been taught. Thank you, sir."

Sure enough, Jia Xu responded: "Xu is just saying some common sense, and I am really ashamed of being educated."

Cursing "Old Fox" in his heart, Cao Pi remained respectful on his face: "Thank you, Mr. Pi, for your teaching." After saying this, he stood up and said goodbye, when he turned around, he suddenly stopped, turned back, looked at Jia Xu, and said slowly: "Sir, you seem to have misunderstood the matter between Pi and Zijian. Zijian is obsessed with poetry and prose, and he really has no interest in the position of son. And Pi's coming this time is also Zijian's intention." With a rarely surprised expression on Jia Xu's face, she strode away.

In April, Emperor Xian issued an imperial edict ordering the king of Wei to set up the banner of the Son of Heaven.It was night, and the palace held a banquet to celebrate the merits of King Wei.

The dishes are called delicacies, the wines are good wines, the music is called the sounds of nature, and the dances are like flying swallows, but everyone here has their own thoughts.On the main seat, Emperor Xian sat silently, the exquisite food on the table in front of him was hardly moved, but the wine glass was never idle.The maid waiting on the side didn't know how many times she was serving wine for the emperor, and she couldn't help showing a trace of worry in her eyes, but the King Wei on the side didn't stop her, so what can a little maid like herself say?

The royal family held a banquet, and all the officials followed. Before Cao Cao's desk, there was an endless stream of people toasting.There are those who have been born and died together for many years, those who are full of admiration and eager to make friends, some who want to take this opportunity to climb the high branch of King Wei, and some who are dissatisfied and vain.On the main hall with hundreds of people, it is full of pride and frustration, truth and falsehood.

Cao Cao was overwhelmed, his sons were not idle, and the King of Wei had an honorable status. Naturally, not everyone had the guts to go straight to dating, so Cao Pi, Cao Zhang, Cao Zhi and others naturally became the objects of vying to make friends. .Cao Pi is calm and introverted, Cao Zhang is brave and straightforward, and Cao Zhi is innocent and casual. It is really a pleasure to talk with the three of them.

If you talk a lot, you will naturally drink a lot of wine.Cao Cao and Cao Pi are used to such scenes, so naturally everyone only took a sip for a symbolic sip. Cao Zhang has always drank as he pleases, and naturally not everyone drinks wine, only Cao Zhi does not refuse anyone who comes, and every time he drinks until the glass is dry .Cao Cao didn't pay attention, but Cao Pi saw that he was in a hurry: this child, he must drink so much... But he is also tired of socializing, how can he get out to see his brother's situation?

In the bustle, Emperor Xian seemed like an outsider, so when the court lady found out that the emperor was drunk, Emperor Xian did not know how long he had slept on the Dragon Throne.However, this was just a small episode for the whole banquet, after people sent Emperor Xian back to the palace to sleep, everything was still going on as usual.After a while, Cao Zhi walked to Cao Cao's side unsteadily and said, "I'm too drunk, so I'll take my leave first."

Seeing his son's flushed cheeks and the smell of alcohol in his breath, Cao Cao frowned imperceptibly, then quickly returned to his usual expression, just nodded, and said, "Then you go back first."

After being charged with a crime, Cao Zhi staggered out of the hall with the help of his servants.Behind him, Cao Pi looked at his younger brother's back and frowned imperceptibly. A trace of uneasiness gradually spread in his heart. Then he shook his head and comforted himself: "What can happen to this palace compound?" What about?Let's go see Zhi'er when I go back...

Everything went on as usual, and Cao Pi gradually forgot the feeling of uneasiness.As the night deepened, Cao Cao was a little tired, so he stood up and prepared to let the crowd disperse.Unexpectedly, at this moment, a figure flew into the hall, knelt down in front of Cao Cao, and said, "My lord..."