Killing Hua Tuo back then, was it right or wrong?" Looking back on the past, Cao Cao could not hide the sadness in his heart.
It was Cao Cao, who had been fighting for a long time, finally stopped for a while and enjoyed a moment of tranquility.
He vaguely remembered that Hua Tuo, known as the "Three Divine Doctors of Jian'an", once treated himself for a stubborn disease, but finally died under his own hands. To this day, Cao Cao still has trouble letting go of that decision.
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On that afternoon 12 years ago, Cao Cao was meditating alone in his tent. Suddenly, an attendant hurriedly entered the tent and reported: "Lord, Lord Hua Tuo has just left."
Cao Cao frowned slightly: "Hua Tuo actually left without permission, I don't know why?"
The attendant replied respectfully: "Back to my lord, Lord Hua Tuo said that his wife is seriously ill and needs to be treated at home. But when we went to visit, we found that my wife was not sick. "
Hearing this, Cao Cao's face sank, and he said sharply: "Hua Tuo dares to deceive me? Really deceitful?"
He was once gracious, but now he was fooled, which really made Cao Cao angry. He ordered Hua Tuo to be detained, and then thought that he had personally asked Hua Tuo to treat his headache, but now he wanted to kill him, and he couldn't help but regret it. So he sent someone to ask Hua Tuo if he could reveal a cure for his headache, and as long as he said it, he would let him live.
However, Hua Tuo still insisted on what he had said before, that is, a craniotomy was necessary to cure it. This sentence was like a heavy hammer, hitting Cao Cao's heart and arousing a burst of anger.
"Craniotomy? When have I ever heard of such a shocking act? Hua Tuo's move is undoubtedly harboring different intentions, and he wants to take the opportunity to assassinate me!" Cao Cao yelled angrily.
At that moment, he gave a sharp order to behead Hua Tuo.
This scene still lingers in Cao Cao's heart. He remembered that Xun Yu had interceded for Hua Tuo back then, but was rejected by his own sneer. For Cao Cao, no matter how superb Hua Tuo's medical skills are, it is not worth letting go.
"There is more than one such doctor in the world, why should he spare his life?" This was Cao Cao's idea at the time.
It is no longer firm. Especially when Cao Pi asked why he was so decisive back then, Cao Cao's heart was even more uncertain.
"If I don't kill Hua Tuo that day, maybe my youngest son Cao Chong can be rescued." Cao Cao sighed, his eyes revealing unconcealable grief and indignation.
But 12 years have passed, and Cao Cao's heart is early
In fact, Cao Cao made this decision back then, and there were indeed many far-reaching considerations.
The first is the issue of Hua Tuo's status. As an ordinary traveling doctor, no matter how superb his medical skills are, it is difficult to get enough attention and respect in the hierarchical society at that time. And for Cao Cao, who controls the world, killing an insignificant doctor will not cause too many waves.
The second is the issue of Hua Tuo's attitude. Cao Cao's suspicious personality made him always wary of the people around him, and Hua Tuo's "deception" behavior made him even more difficult to let go. At that time, Cao Cao had been wrestling with others all his life and did not like to be controlled by others, and Hua Tuo's stubborn attitude undoubtedly aggravated Cao Cao's suspicions.
Moreover, it was a critical period for Cao Cao to seek the world, and he had to maintain his prestige and authority at all times. Hua Tuo's "disrespectful" behavior would undoubtedly damage Cao Cao's prestige, which would be fatal to Cao Cao, who was consolidating his rule.
In the end, although Hua Tuo's medical skills were superb, in the medical level at that time, the method of craniotomy was too shocking. This will not only cause Cao Cao's extreme vigilance, but also likely to be incomprehensible and questioned by the people around him.
To sum up, although Cao Cao was haunted by his decision afterwards, judging from the situation and environment at the time, his approach was not entirely unreasonable.
However, 12 years later, Cao Cao may also have some new understanding and thinking about his decision.
First of all, he may have a deeper understanding and respect for Hua Tuo's medical skills. After all, at that time, few people could propose such a medical innovation as craniotomy, which shows that Hua Tuo was indeed a medical genius. If it can be used well, Hua Tuo's medical skills may be able to benefit more people.
Secondly, Cao Cao will also think about his original mentality. As Cao Pi said, if he didn't kill Hua Tuo, maybe his young son Cao Chong would be rescued. However, Cao Cao at that time was too paranoid and stubborn to completely ignore this. What's even more terrifying is that he also shamelessly rejected Xun Yu's plea. This undoubtedly reveals the dark side of Cao Cao as a generation of heroes.
Furthermore, Cao Cao may also wonder whether Hua Tuo's experience reflects the class tragedy of the entire society. As an ordinary doctor, even if he has extraordinary medical skills, it is difficult to gain due respect and status in the face of the harsh reality of feudal society. This unfair social system is undoubtedly an important reason for Hua Tuo's final tragedy.
Finally, Cao Cao may think about what kind of damage Hua Tuo's death caused to the cause of traditional Chinese medicine. As one of the "Three Divine Doctors of Jian'an", Hua Tuo's medical skills were unmatched at that time. If it can be carried forward, it may open a new page in the history of Chinese medicine. However, Cao Cao's momentary decision buried such a medical wizard.
At this moment, Cao Cao recalled the scenes of the year and couldn't help but feel a lot of emotion. He realizes that his original decision, while justified, also regrettably deprived a genius of his life. This not only makes me regret for life, but may also cause irreparable losses to the cause of traditional Chinese medicine.
"Hua Tuo, although you and I have never met, your medical attainments make me admire. If I had put aside my prejudices and listened to your advice, maybe you and I would have ended differently. Cao Cao sighed deeply, his eyes flashed with sadness Cao Cao stood in the tent, pondered for a long time, slowly picked up an ancient book on the desk, and stroked the yellowed pages. This is a medical book given to him by Hua Tuo back then, and there are many medical secrets in it. Cao Cao has been carefully preserving it for many years, and occasionally studying it carefully, hoping to find some solace in it.
Hua Tuo's medical skills were indeed superb at that time. He can accurately diagnose diseases and rejuvenate his hands, and is deeply trusted by the general public. However, in Cao Cao's view, Hua Tuo's other crime is "great disrespect". He actually dared to disobey the imperial power, which can be described as a heinous crime in the severe feudal etiquette.
In that year, Cao Cao ordered Hua Tuo to be executed, although out of the maintenance of his own authority, he also pushed the boat down the river and consolidated his own dominance. In that era of fierce political struggle and competition among all parties, Cao Cao must always be cautious and guard against hidden dangers around him. Seeing that Hua Tuo repeatedly refused, Cao Cao naturally inevitably had murderous intent.
However, after 12 years, Cao Cao is no longer the iron-fisted ruler he used to be. He once reflected in front of his family and regretted the decision he made that year. After all, Hua Tuo's medical skills could indeed benefit the people, and if it weren't for political necessity, he probably shouldn't have done so.
"Maybe if Hua Tuo pleases me, I can take him in and let him use his medical skills for the benefit of the world. That way, I don't have to regret it to this day. Cao Cao muttered to himself, his brows furrowed.
However, even if Cao Cao has a new understanding at this moment, the decision made back then cannot be changed. Hua Tuo's heroic righteousness left a deep impression on Cao Cao's heart. The outstanding contribution of this "Jian'an Three Divine Doctors" cannot be erased by future generations.
Many years later, Hua Tuo's disciples still secretly passed on his medical skills, and practiced medicine among the people from time to time, benefiting hundreds of people. This has undoubtedly become an eternal regret in Cao Cao's heart - if he could have put aside his prejudices and make good use of this genius, maybe such a tragedy would not have happened.
In addition, Hua Tuo's tragic murder also cast a shadow on the development of traditional Chinese medicine. Although the cause of Chinese medicine is still thriving in the long years since, Hua Tuo's death is undoubtedly a great loss. Cao Cao couldn't help but sigh, if he could continue to exert his medical talents, what would be the achievements of Chinese medicine?
"Hua Tuo, the medical legacy you left behind will be forever recorded in history. Although I cut off your life, I can't stop your medical inheritance. Cao Cao smiled self-deprecatingly, "Maybe this is the will of heaven, although I was the one who held the power at that time, I couldn't control your medical fate after all." "
At this moment, there was a sound of horses' hooves outside. Cao Cao looked up, only to see a young military general walking in quickly, and respectfully reported: "Lord, Lord Cao Pi has come to visit."
"Let him in." Cao Cao nodded, and couldn't help but feel more emotion in his heart.
Under Cao Cao's arrangement, Cao Pi walked slowly into the tent and saluted respectfully: "Father."
"Pi'er, did you come to me for something?" Cao Cao asked lightly.
Cao Pi hesitated for a moment before he spoke: "Father, I've been thinking about why you killed Lord Hua Tuo back then. After all, he was the most skilled doctor at that time, and if he could make good use of it, I am afraid that it would benefit the people a lot. "
Hearing this, Cao Cao was silent for a moment before he said slowly: "Pi'er, what you said is very reasonable. Hua Tuo's medical skills are indeed extraordinary, and if he can be kept, he will definitely benefit more people. But as you know, it was a stormy time, and I had to assert my authority at all times. And Hua Tuo's 'disrespectful' behavior will undoubtedly damage my prestige. "
Cao Pi nodded, "I understand my father's consideration at that time. However, if I hadn't killed Hua Tuo, maybe my youngest son Cao Chong wouldn't have died. "
Hearing this, Cao Cao's expression turned grim and he sighed heavily: "This is also something I have been haunting for many years. Perhaps, if I could put aside my prejudices and listen to Hua Tuo's advice back then, his medical skills might be able to save your young son. "
"Father, you have a point." Cao Pi smiled slightly, "However, maybe this is also the so-called 'providence'." No matter how superb Hua Tuo's medical skills are, it is still difficult to escape the limitations of the times after all. And as the person in power at the time, no matter what decisions you make, it will inevitably cause controversy and regret. "
"You're quite right." Cao Cao nodded in agreement, "Maybe this is the dilemma that we rulers will never be able to overcome." "
The two were silent for a moment, and finally Cao Cao spoke: "Pi'er, since you miss Hua Tuo so much, why don't we go and visit his descendants together." Maybe you can learn more about Hua Tuo's deeds from them. "
"Yes, father." Cao Pi replied respectfully.
So, Cao Cao and Cao Pi embarked on a journey to Hua Tuo's former residence together. On the way, the two talked about Hua Tuo from time to time. Although Cao Cao has long been unable to change the decision of the year, his heart is gradually relieved.
Perhaps, as Cao Pi said, this is the so-called "providence". As the ruler of the time, Cao Cao had to maintain his authority at all times in order to secure his rule. And Hua Tuo's "disrespectful" behavior undoubtedly brought turmoil to his political status. Under the circumstances at that time, although it was regrettable to kill Hua Tuo, it could also be said to be a helpless move.
However, time has passed, and Cao Cao is no longer the iron-fisted ruler he once was. He also gradually realized that even if he was in power at the time, he could not completely control the course of history. Hua Tuo's medical skills were eventually carried forward in later generations for the benefit of hundreds of people. This is undoubtedly the best footnote to Cao Cao's decision-making back then.
#曹操杀华佗: 12 years from now, see its far-reaching decisions