Cao Miao was very unhappy with Cao Zhi's self-deception.

He didn't think that after so many things, Cao Zhi was still naïve enough to think that he could live in peace with Cao Rong. What the hell is going on with that rumor is still unclear. It is impossible to determine who is the real mastermind behind the scenes, and the suspicion of the Son of Heaven cannot be ignored.

And, of course, the secret letter from Liaodong. Even if he didn't reveal the truth, wouldn't Cao Zhi have any doubts at all?

In this marriage, the Son of Heaven obviously has a plan to kill two birds with one stone, tying up both Sima Yi and Cao Zhi. And of course himself. After marrying Sima Yi's daughter, he doesn't want to hold power in the future, and being a rich idler with peace of mind is the best result.

It's impossible for Cao Zhi not to know this, but he is still so enthusiastic about promoting, obviously thinking that this result is also good.

As for his Cao Miao's happiness, he should be sacrificed for the country.

How can you be like this? You can sacrifice yourself, what right do you have to sacrifice me? Just by taking care of me for so many years?

"I solemnly declare that I bought the villa with my money, and I earned the money myself. Except for Dr. Ma Jun, I didn't take advantage of the Son of Heaven. The account is at Boyuan's, you can check it. If you don't think that's okay, I can pay Ma Jun's salary. Of course, I can also do without this villa, build a thatched hut, and go up the mountain to cultivate the road. ”

After speaking, Cao Miao flicked his sleeves and walked away.

Cao Zhi opened his mouth to shout, but he didn't shout. He watched Cao Miao's back disappear on the mountain road, clenched his fist in frustration, and slapped his palm hard.

The imperial doctor, who had been standing in the distance, came over and cautiously asked Cao Zhi if he had asked about the immortal arts.

Thinking of this, Cao Zhi regretted it even more. He was stunned by Sima Yi's self-harm, and forgot all about the immortal arts. Sima Yi's matter can be postponed for a few days, the war in Guanzhong is tense, and the chariots and horses to envoy Guanzhong are ready, just waiting for Cao Miao's suggestion.

Cao Zhi couldn't think about it, so he stubbornly came to the villa again.

Xiahou Xu stood at the door, smiling, and told Cao Zhi that Cao Miao was unwell and emotionally unstable, and was resting in the small building in the backyard. Although he didn't say it explicitly, he understood the meaning very clearly.

Cao Miao doesn't want to see you. Of course you can break in, no one will dare stop you. But if Cao Miao is sick, don't blame me.

Cao Zhi was stunned for a long time, and said to Xiahou Xu, I'll go see Princess Deyang.

——

Princess Deyang has been living in Buzhou Villa and has become half of the master.

Xiahou Shang died, Xiahou Xuan was born, Xiahou Hui was married, and Xiahou Yan was left with a daughter by her side, and she was usually very lonely in the city. lives in the villa, and at least Cao Miao and Xiahou Xu's two nephews accompany him to talk. In addition, Xiahou Yan and Qingtao can have fun, and they are more lively than in the city, so they are not in a hurry to go back.

Enjoying the mountain scenery every day and tasting the food prepared by Yun Niang, she lived a very nourishing life and couldn't think of returning.

Seeing Cao Zhi's visit, Princess Deyang was very happy and asked Cao Zhi if he had any new works recently. Later, when I saw that Cao Zhi's expression was wrong, I asked and learned that Cao Zhi had come to discuss things with Cao Miao by edict, and the conversation was not very pleasant.

"Is the captain seriously injured?"

Cao Zhi did not say anything about Sima Yi's self-harm. "The injury is not light, but my life is fine, and it will be good to recuperate for a while."

"Where the hell did the bandits come from?" Princess Deyang frowned slightly. "If you don't come early, you won't come late, but you came that night, I'm afraid it's just to seek revenge, right?"

Cao Zhi was embarrassed to say. It is indeed seeking revenge, but it is not a thief who is seeking revenge, it is the Great Sima Mansion.

Thinking of the events of that night, Princess Deyang sighed one after another. She still hasn't figured out what's going on, and she doesn't say anything when she asks anyone, even Xiahou Yan is sneaky and hides from her. Xiahou Hui's expression was even more strange, Jin'er heard the maids chatting, saying that Xiahou Hui had seen Cao Miao in the small building in the backyard that night, and there was an argument. As for what to fight for, no one knows.

She asked Cao Miao, but Cao Miao just smiled, but didn't say a word.

Cao Zhi also told Princess Deyang that after Sima Yi was injured, there were a lot of rumors in Luoyang City. Some people say that Sima Yi's request for marriage was rejected and his face was lost, and he was afraid that this family business would not be successful, and he might choose Xun Fei again. There was no reaction from the Xun family, at least there was no intention of refusing.

Although Princess Deyang is a woman, she is no stranger to the factional struggle in the court. She also knew that Sima Yi originally had the intention of marrying Sima Guo to Xun Fei, but it was only when the enemy was seized and seized the military power, so she accepted Xiahou Hui's proposal to marry Cao Miao.

The situation has changed, and it is not surprising that Sima Yi has changed his hexagram again.

For the imperial court, this was certainly not the desired outcome. Even for her, this is not the best answer. Of course, she hopes that Cao Miao will marry Sima Guo, which can be regarded as a kiss. What's more, this was originally promoted by Xiahou Hui.

Stabilize Sima Yi and don't let Sima Yi be co-opted by the Ruying family, it will naturally be beneficial to their family.

"King, although you have good intentions, you should also pay attention to some methods, and you can't blindly use force. Yunliang has suffered since he was a child, although he is weak, his mind is as innocent as a teenager, and he may not understand the righteousness of the family and country you said. ”

Cao Zhi looked at Princess Deyang in surprise, and didn't know what to say for a while. Whether Cao Miao's illness is cured or not, whether it is serious or not, he can't say for sure. But if it is said that Cao Miao does not understand the righteousness of the family and the country, it is inevitable to take it for granted. Not only does he understand, but he understands it very well, otherwise he wouldn't have sat on the ground.

Seeing that Cao Zhi didn't speak, she looked at herself with a look of surprise, and Princess Deyang was inexplicably proud. "But Yunliang is a sensible child, if you say it well, he will definitely listen. Well, you stay for a day, and when he is more stable, I'll talk to him. ”

Cao Zhi came to see Princess Deyang with this purpose. Princess Deyang volunteered, he was right, and he didn't want to correct Princess Deyang's cognitive bias.

He told Princess Deyang that there were two main things:

One is to agree to marry and go to the Taiwei Mansion with him to ask for marriage. Before he left Chang'an, he settled the family affairs.

The second is the immortal technique to treat Cao Zhen's condition. Even if it is a few years of life extension, it is good, now is the time to employ people, Cao Zhen can't die.

If you can, there is one last thing: accept the edict arrangement, and Jiangdong between the lines. He doesn't need to go to Koto in person, as long as he is willing to take charge of it. Da Sima strongly recommended and was willing to help, this is a rare opportunity. Now that the news is coming, there is a great possibility that Sun Quan will be called emperor, and the imperial court is under great pressure and must react as soon as possible.

The Son of Heaven said that if this matter is done, not only can Cao Miao be rewarded, but he can also set an example for the clan, and there will be a reason to promote more clans in the future. Since Emperor Wu's conquest of the world, the Qian Pei clan led the troops, and the Ruying family governed the country, which was a tacit balance. Only by maintaining this balance can the Great Wei River be stable.

Princess Deyang thought so deeply and agreed.