NOVEL FROG Chapter 3
To be honest, Boss Cao was naturally aware of Cao Jian's current reputation.
After all, if the top beam is not straight, the bottom beam will be crooked.
But he asked himself: whether it is military, politics, or poetry, everything can be said to be the best in the world.
With so many advantages, why did the rebellious son only inherit a few special hobbies?
Boss Cao was so angry that his face was so ugly.
Seeing this, Guo Jia couldn't help but laugh:
"My lord, don't worry!
In my opinion, the second young master is smart and often does unexpected things, so he is definitely not an ordinary person. As for being young and suave, some men have this hobby, and it is not unforgivable.
Take me as an example, I am not only as fond of music and beauty, but also have a problem of drinking more than the second young master.
But if you ask yourself, it doesn't seem to affect my advice to the lord, right?"
As soon as he said this, Boss Cao's expression eased a little, and he nodded in agreement.
Seeing this, Xun You said unhappily:
"Fengxiao is wrong! Who in the world doesn't know Fengxiao's reputation as a 'genius'?
If it weren't for his unruly behavior and frequent reports by others, how could Fengxiao still be a military advisor?
From this point of view, although it does not affect his work, it does affect his future!
Therefore, in my opinion! The second young master should take this as a warning, cultivate his character, and not force himself to recommend, so as not to become a handle for others to attack the lord in the future!"
Guo Jia laughed at this:
"Gongda, what you said is not very kind!"
"The lord only appointed me as the military chief because this position can not only give full play to my strengths, but also make me happy and free.
What's more, the position has the word"wine" in it, which suits the taste of a drunkard like me very much!
As for being a lowly person, there is no way to talk about it.……"
"Let's talk about the matter at hand and get back to the point!
Now the lord is only intending to recommend the second son as a filial and honest official, and it is not a high-ranking official.
Moreover, since the chaos of Dong Zhuo, the chaotic times have begun, and private recommendations are common in the world.
A mere filial and honest official is no longer as important as it used to be!
Lingjun, Gongda, Zhongde, why do you have to make such a big deal about it?"
After listening to this, Boss Cao nodded continuously, thinking: What Fengxiao said is deeply in line with my heart!
Xun Yu and Xun You, uncle and nephew, were silent for a long time.
Cheng Yu frowned, and finally said:
"What Fengxiao said was indeed true. But even if we take a step back, if we are really sure about this?
According to the rules of our dynasty, recommending filial and honest people is only the first step.
After that, according to convention, it is necessary to review and pass the examination before the official appointment!
It is said that the second son has neglected his studies for a long time since marrying Yin, and it is still unknown whether he can pass.……"
As soon as these words came out, Boss Cao's face couldn't help but become a little ugly again:
Obviously, he didn't have much confidence in his son who was not doing his job properly.
On the contrary, Guo Jia couldn't help but smile knowingly:
To be honest, he and Cao Jian were like-minded.
As two playboys, two frivolous friends, they naturally exchanged experiences in private.
With his ability to judge people, after a few visits, he had the clearest idea of Cao Jian's current real talent and intelligence level!
Therefore, after hearing Cheng Yu's doubts, he couldn't help but laugh:
"Haha, Zhongde is worrying too much!
Isn't the second young master on his way here now?
In my opinion, the lord and the three adults may wish to examine him carefully later.
Take this opportunity to take a good look and see if the second young master is capable of great use."
"I believe that by then, you will be surprised.……"
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Everyone was half-believing and half-doubting.
Not long after, there was a creaky sound of the door being pushed open.
Cao Jian had already walked in with big strides.
He was tall and handsome, and his first impression was not bad.
However, after seeing everyone, he simply bowed and grinned:
"My lords, have you heard that your father intends to promote me to a government position, and have you come here to congratulate him?"
"It's not worth it! It's really not worth it. Please go all the way.……"
That playful and smiling look instantly ruined all the impression points!
Xun Yu and Xun You, uncle and nephew, looked at each other secretly, smiled bitterly and shook their heads.
Cheng Yu's mouth twitched and his face was twisted.
Guo Jia tried hard to hold back his smile and almost got hurt.
Boss Cao was so angry that his face turned green and he said unhappily:
"Zixiong, stop messing around!"
"Look at your own behavior, is there anything decent?!
You still want to be a filial and honest official, aren't you afraid of being laughed at!"
Hearing this, Cao Jian laughed bitterly and quickly restrained his cynical look.
Seeing this, Boss Cao relaxed his expression and said seriously:
"Zixiong, there are many objections to your nomination as a filial and honest official.
Today, while the adults are here, you should not hide your abilities and show them all!
Wenruo, Gongda, Zhongde, and Fengxiao are all wise men in the world today.
If you are lucky enough to pass their scrutiny, then you don't have to worry about the gossips of the outside world.
If you are really unlearned and incompetent as the rumors say, then letting you serve as an official will harm the people, and this matter should never be mentioned again! Do you understand the importance of this matter?"
Cao Jian smiled calmly and said solemnly:
"I understand! In this case, I'll trouble you all to test me!"As soon as he finished speaking, several top think tanks on the scene began to challenge him.
Cheng Yu was the oldest among them, and after some refusals, he asked the first question:
"Since we are going to recommend filial and honest people, I would like to ask you, sir, what is the meaning of"filial piety"?’？"
After hearing this, Cao Jian smiled and replied:
"Mr. Zhongde, isn't this question too simple?
Confucius said,"One should not damage one's body and hair, which are given by one's parents. This is the beginning of filial piety. One should behave in a righteous way and make a name for oneself in the future generations, so as to honor one's parents. This is the end of filial piety."’"
As soon as he finished speaking, Cheng Yu stroked his beard and asked, as if smiling:
"Haha. Since the young master is familiar with filial piety, why do he act so absurdly and go against the word filial piety, so that he is labeled as disobedient and unfilial? In this case, how can he take up the responsibility of the Cao family, and how can the lord let the young master serve as an official?"
Once these words came out, it was tantamount to a heart-piercing question!
What if the answer is not good and others cannot be convinced? Then the matter of filial piety and integrity will obviously be shelved!
Xun Yu and Xun You, uncle and nephew, nodded secretly when they heard it on the side:
Obviously, this is also an important reason for their opposition!
Boss Cao was frowning at this time, full of expectation, waiting to see how his son would get out of the predicament?
Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, Cao Jian didn't care about it at all, and responded with a smile:
"Mr. Zhongde, this is wrong!"
"Haven't you heard the sage say, 'There are three kinds of unfilial behavior, and the worst is to have no descendants'?
From this perspective, my being close to women is not only not a sin, but is actually the greatest form of filial piety.……"
As soon as the words fell, everyone was instantly shocked!
However, Cao Jian ignored them and continued to speak to himself:
"If the absurd things you said, are you implying that I violated common sense and snatched someone from my father to take a concubine?
Then please forgive me, I really cannot agree with it.’、‘The saying of 'unfilial piety'!"
"Thinking back to what happened back then, since everyone already knows about it, I don't need to elaborate on the reasons why I insisted on doing it!
It seems absurd and shameless, but after the incident in Wancheng, I wonder if my father and all the gentlemen will think carefully again and think about whether what I did back then made sense."
"Preventing problems before they happen, correcting mistakes for the father, and willing to bear the blame, I wonder if it is absurd, is it unfilial?"
When these words came out, Boss Cao was instantly caught in the crossfire: for a moment, he was choked and couldn't be angry or laugh!
Cheng Yu was also choked, his expression was stagnant.
After a long time, this think tank who was over fifty years old frowned and said unhappily:
"However, the young man is so young, he should be striving for progress!
Instead, he is not doing his job and indulging in women, which is really not a wise move.……"
Before he finished speaking, Cao Jian seemed to have already guessed what he would say, and he refuted without hesitation:
"Sir, this is wrong again!"
"Everyone here is a well-educated and intelligent person. You must have heard what Duke Huan of Qi said:
I have a disease, I am lustful, and I often let the wine rot in the cups and the meat rot on the table. Will this not harm my hegemony?"
"A monarch who was famous for his love of wine, lust, and extravagance, still became the leader of the Five Hegemons of the Spring and Autumn Period in the end!
It can be seen that there seems to be no absolute connection between them. Everything depends on people!
I wonder what you think, gentlemen?"
After these words came out, Cheng Yu was speechless again.
Boss Cao's eyes lit up when he heard it, and he couldn't help but clap his hands and laugh.
Xun Yu and Xun You, two top think tanks, had a flash of surprise in their eyes.
As the saying goes, a glimpse of the whole leopard!
From just a few words, they obviously heard that Cao Jian was extraordinary!
A guy who is quick to react and can easily defend himself with allusions in an instant, it can be seen that he has solid learning and his own thoughts in his heart. He can never be a person who is unlearned and unskilled as rumored by the outside world!
For a moment, several top think tanks present had a similar idea in their minds almost at the same time:
"Could it be that, as Feng Xiao said, everyone has misjudged the Second Young Master?"
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