Probably because he felt that the atmosphere in the room was a little heavy, Cao Cao laughed and said,"Of course, if you can pull out a world-renowned army for me within a few years, I'll be more than happy.”
"Let's go, let's go!"
"Ever since you and Jie 'er got married, you haven't eaten much in the residence. Today, you might as well stay here.”
"I'll also get together with Pi 'er and the others, especially after that girl Cao Hua told her younger brothers and sisters the story she took from you. Those little fellows have been talking about you a lot.”
Cao Cao did not give Zhuge Mu a chance to reject him. He pulled him towards the inner courtyard of the Sikong Residence.
Upon entering the inner court, Zhuge Mu immediately saw his wife Cao Jie surrounded by many children of the Cao family.
The moment he appeared, those people immediately swarmed towards him.
Amongst them…
Some called him brother-in-law, some called him sister-in-law, and some even called him brother-in-law.
There were all kinds of titles, making people not know whether to laugh or cry.
When Zhuge Mu noticed that these children were holding gifts from Cao Jie, he smiled and understood why they were so enthusiastic about him.
Thinking about it, this daughter-in-law of his had said a lot of good things about him to his younger brothers and sisters.
Of course, what made Zhuge Mu feel the most…
Or was it the change in his status in Sikong Manor?
The last time he attended the family banquet at Sikong Manor, he was just a young man favored by his father in the eyes of many Cao philosophers…
At this family banquet, Zhuge Mu's seating arrangement shocked everyone.
There was no other reason!
This was because Zhuge Mu and Cao Jie were seated before the eldest son, Cao Pi. They were only seated below Cao Cao and Lady Bian.
Seeing this, besides Cao Pi, who was close to Zhuge Mu, who was happy…
Regardless of whether it was the Fifth Young Master Cao Zhi or the Twenty-fifth Young Master Cao Chong, their expressions were not very good.
As for the fourth young master Cao Zhang.
He was like a martial artist, and even more so than the Cao family's young master. Ever since he was taught a lesson by Huang Xu, he had become much more well-behaved.
During this period of time, he had visited Huang Zhong's residence and Zhuge Mu's Langya Marquis 'residence many times.
In addition to Zhuge Mu's illustrious military exploits in the north, this Cao family's yellow-bearded son had already regarded Zhuge Mu as his idol.
Zhuge Mu took in all these changes and found them very interesting.
Fortunately, the Cao family's banquet did not last long. It ended before the sky turned dark.
At the banquet, Cao Cao called out to Zhuge Mu and Cao Jie, who were about to leave.
"Shu Zhi, when you go to Yong Cui this time, bring Jie 'er along!”
Cao Cao's words surprised Zhuge Mu.
In ancient times, it was common for generals to leave their families in the capital.
Zhuge Mu quickly bowed to Cao Cao and thanked him,""Little son-in-law thanks father-in-law!"
Zhuge Mu didn't address himself as his lord, nor did he address himself as his subordinate.
However, his words made Cao Cao and Lady Bian, who was sitting beside him, extremely happy.
Cao Jie followed Zhuge Mu and said to Cao Cao and Lady Bian,"Your daughter thanks father, mother."
"Alright, alright, let's go!"
Cao Cao smiled and waved his hand in response to their greetings.
After the two of them walked far away, Cao Cao turned to look at his wife Bian Shi, who was sizing him up, and said,"What, haven't you seen enough?"
"Do you think I, Cao Mengde, am a cruel father?”
"Jie 'er and Shu Zhi just got married not long ago, how could I bear to let them be separated from each other!”
Cao Cao paused and said to Lady Bian,""If you're worried about Jie 'er, it won't be too late for you to take care of her personally when your daughter is pregnant with Shu Zhi's child.”
"At that time, Shu Zhi will be able to fight for the Imperial Court without any worries!”
Cao Cao sighed!
However, did he really not have any worries?
……
On the other side, Zhuge Mu, who had left Sikong Manor, did not return to Langya Marquis Manor with Cao Jie.
After instructing the guards to escort Cao Jie back to his residence, he went to Cao Pi's residence at his invitation.
As the adult sons of Sikong Manor, Cao Pi, Cao Zhang, Cao Zhi, and the others did not stay in Sikong Manor for long. They had their own manors.
However, what surprised Zhuge Mu was…
When he followed Cao Pi to his residence, he was surprised to find that there were already other people waiting for him there.
Zhuge Mu immediately recognized them.
Cao Pi's Four Friends!
They were the four important ministers who had succeeded Cao Pi as the Crown Prince.
It could be said that other than Sima Yi who was not present, the other three Zhu Shuo, Wu Zhi, and Chen Qun were all present.
So...
Including me replacing Sima Yi's position, are these the new Four Friends of Cao Pi?
Zhuge Mu did not feel anything when Zhu Shuo and Wu Zhi appeared.
After all, these two were only Cao Pi's good friends and aides.
He had never been an official under Cao Cao, so it was not an exaggeration to say that he was a white body.
However, Chen Qun's appearance…
Zhuge Mu's expression changed slightly.
This was because Chen Qun's current position was not low.
As a subordinate of Sikong Xicao, it was not an exaggeration to say that he was Cao Cao's civil minister.
For important matters, other than Xun Yu, Xun You, and Jia Xu, Cao Cao was most likely to ask the subordinates of the West Cao.
In addition to Guo Jia's death, Chen Qun was likely to become the next Zuo Zuo to replace Guo Jia.
Under such circumstances, Cao Pi still dared to lure him to meet Chen Qun. Zhuge Mu would never believe that the suspicious Cao Cao would not be wary of a man who was both civil and martial.
What Zhuge Mu didn't know was…
Just as he had guessed, in history, when Cao Cao usurped the position of Prime Minister, Chen Qun was promoted to the position of Military Advisor.
During Cao Cao's reign as Duke of Wei, he had even served as a censor. His status was not inferior to Xun Yu and the others.
However, right now.
Zhuge Mu suddenly stopped in his tracks and did not move forward.
Under Cao Pi's puzzled gaze, he shouted at Cao Pi in a low voice,"Young Master, you are muddle-headed!"
"Do you think your position is stable now?”
"This general is already able to protect Young Master with the army outside, yet Young Master still dares to openly interact with Minister Sikong's Wen Zuo Chen Qun?”
"With the support of the army on the outside and the support of the civil servants on the inside, what are you doing, young master?”
"Are you trying to make Lord Sikong a figurehead and create a rebellion against your father-in-law?”
After saying that, Zhuge Mu took a step back and hurried out.
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