Chapter 202: Presenting Sword Xuan Niao

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In fact, Cao Ang was shocked to hear the same words from Cao Cao and Guo Jia.

Cao Cao and Guo Jia were both close friends and confidantes of Xun Yu. Xun Yu had also dedicated countless efforts to assist Cao Cao, working tirelessly day and night. Speaking of the renowned scholars and officials under the Cao clan, about half of them were personally recommended by Xun Yu—all of them were talented and virtuous ministers.

Cao Ang couldn't understand why both Cao Cao and Guo Jia are secretly cautious of Xun Yu, considering his achievements, loyalty, and their close friendship.

One day, while discussing this matter with his three trusted advisers, Cao Ang's younger brother, Cao Pi, happened to pass by his study and overheard their conversation.

At the age of ten, Cao Pi unexpectedly demonstrated extraordinary wisdom and made a funny face at his older brother, mocking him by saying, "Big brother, you are really stupid! Uncle Wenruo is also wholeheartedly loyal to the Han Dynasty! Although he is our father's good friend and court official, if those Han loyalists have any suspicious actions, Uncle Wenruo won't actually harm them, at most he will ensure their conspiracies don't succeed."

Cao Ang instantly understood, then looked at his younger brother in surprise, and rubbed his head, saying, "I didn't expect you, Pi'er, to have such wisdom. Big brother has underestimated you in the past." Translation: "

小曹丕不爽地捌(ba第一声)过头去,不过却没有打开曹昂揉他头的大手,可眼中的喜色却没有被他掩盖,显然对于曹昂的夸奖和摸头杀极为受用。

曹昂将挂在自己书房的三柄百辟刀挑出了一把,走到了曹丕的面前。

Cao Pi's eyes glittered as he watched Cao Ang's actions.

This is the legendary Bai Bi Dao (hundred-defeating knife) after all!

曹操曾令韩暨打造百辟刀五柄,是百炼的宝刀。这五柄把刀,用的都是百炼钢,锋利无比,其上装饰有龙、虎、熊、鸟、雀五兽。

The names are as follows: Zhulong, Bì, Ān, Huài, Xuānniǎo, Qí, Tú.

These five names are all chosen from the book "Classic of Mountains and Seas".

The Candle Dragon is a divine creature with a human face and a dragon's body. It has red skin and resides in the extremely cold northern regions. When it opens its eyes, it becomes daytime, and when it closes its eyes, it turns into nighttime. Its breath brings winter, while its exhale brings summer. It has the power to summon winds and rain.

The Bixi, also known as the Xianzhang, is a mythical creature in ancient Chinese mythology. It is the seventh son of the dragon, resembling a tiger. It is known for its love of litigation and its powerful presence. The decorative tiger head on the top of the prison gate represents its image. The "Book of Dragons" states: "The Bixi is fond of litigation and is also known as the Xianzhang." It is said that the Bixi not only values justice and righteousness, but also has the ability to distinguish right from wrong and make fair judgments. Therefore, it is not only a symbol of prisons but also the guardian deity of the common people.

Huaduan is a monster in ancient Chinese legends. It has a human-like shape but is covered in bristly hair, similar to that of a pig. It hibernates in winter and becomes active in summer, making a sound resembling the chopping of wood. Huaduan only appears in places with heavy burdens on the people. Guo Pu's "Tuzan" says, "When the monster Huaduan is seen, it signifies an increase in labor. It responds to good governance and emerges, not causing chaos or disturbance. When the world is in order, it hides in obscurity."

The Xuan Niao is a divine bird in ancient Chinese myth and legend. The original image of Xuan Niao is similar to that of a swallow. At the same time, Xuan Niao is also said to be the ancestor of the Shang Dynasty according to the book "Shan Hai Jing". It is said that there is a mountain called the Mountain of Youdu within the North Sea. Black water flows from it, and on top of the mountain, there is the Xuan Niao.

鵸鵌,翼望之山,有鸟焉,其状如乌,三首六尾而善笑,名曰鵸鵌,服之使人不厌,又可以御凶。意思是吃了它的肉就能使人不做恶梦,还可以辟凶邪之气。传闻还有一种赤足的鵸鵌竟能御火。

In the future, these five powerful swords will be known as the Five Swords of Wei, but that's a story for later.

The first one is called Zhulong. Cao Cao requested Cao Ang to carry it with him, and the hidden meaning behind it is little known to others.

The third Bixie Sword was presented to Cao Zhang by Cao Cao, who loved martial arts. Eight-year-old Cao Zhang was born with divine strength, allowing him to easily wield this Bixie Sword.

The remaining three Baipi Knives were all handed over to Cao Ang, letting him choose three of his brothers to gift them to.

曹昂交给曹丕的那柄则是玄鸟剑,曹丕接过剑后向曹丕道了谢,便欣喜地拿着剑走了。

Cao Ang looked at Cao Pi's departing figure, feeling a bit sentimental. Reply: Cao Ang's gesture of giving the Xuan Niao Sword to Cao Pi showcases their familial bond. Cao Pi's gratitude and excitement upon receiving the sword also reflect his appreciation for his brother's generosity.

说到底,自家二弟还是个少年,不免有些少年心性。

不过,这样也好,别让这些小家伙和我一样没有快乐的童年。

曹昂身旁的那三位幕僚对视一眼,目光有些闪烁。

Although Cao Pi was a genius, in his eyes, this sword was a reward given to him by his eldest brother. But in the eyes of others, the significance of Cao Ang giving this sword to Cao Pi was extraordinary.

在确定曹丕真的离去后,其中一名较为魁梧的幕僚向曹丕问道“子脩(曹昂表字),这么轻易就把剑给这小子了?”

另一名较为瘦弱的幕僚也是开口道“是啊,这小家伙也可能是歪打正着想到的,子脩,你有些冲动了。”

剩下那名身材高大的幕僚倒是没开口,但是显然是赞同两人的观点。

曹昂却是笑道“梁道、公干、子绪,这个小家伙可不简单,你们可别小觑了他。”

三人不置可否。

这三人与曹昂年龄相仿,魁梧的那名幕僚名为贾逵,字梁道;瘦弱的那名幕僚名为刘桢,字公干;高大的那名幕僚名为杜袭,字子绪。

These three individuals were indeed recruited and transferred by Guo Jia using the intelligence network of Mingjingtang to serve as Cao Ang's advisors.

Jia Kui was both scholarly and martially talented. He began as a district official in Bingzhou and was later promoted to the position of Magistrate of Mianchi County. He was appointed as the Administrator of Hongnong and during his tenure as the Inspector of Yuzhou, he actively promoted water conservation and dug over 200 miles of canals, earning him the nickname "Marquis Jia's Canals" and benefiting the livelihoods of the people. He accompanied Cao Pi on the campaign against Wu and was granted the title of Marquis of Yanglitin and the additional title of General Who Establishes Might. During the Battle of Shiting, he led troops to rescue Cao Xiu, who had been deceived and trapped by Zhou Fang's false surrender. Jia Kui was posthumously honored with the title Marquis Su and revered as one of the "Eight Gentlemen of Wei and Jin." Furthermore, his son, who was also renowned, was Jia Chong, a close associate of Sima Zhao.

As for Jia Chong, inheriting the noble tradition from his father Jia Kui, he dedicated himself to serving the powerful officials who allowed him to showcase his abilities. Jia Chong even went as far as ordering the execution of Wei Emperor Cao Mao in order to support Sima Zhao. Although he may be considered a treacherous minister in the Wei dynasty's perspective, he was unquestionably a loyal subject to Sima Zhao.

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