"My son, your words are very good and by and bye when the building is complete, I can solace my old age therein."Ĭao Cao had five sons, but this one Cao Zhi was the most clever and his essays were particularly elegant. ![]() Then connect these by flying bridges and the effect will be noble." The side towers named Jade Dragon Tower and Golden Phoenix Tower. The center tower as the tallest should be called the Bronze Bird Tower. His younger son, Cao Zhi, said, "If you build a terraced tower, you should add two others, one on each side. "You will remember that the mother of the praiseworthy King Shun dreamed of a jade bird before his birth, so certainly it is a felicitous omen," said Xun You.Ĭao Cao was very pleased, and he ordered forthwith the building of a lofty tower to celebrate the find, and they began to dig foundations and cut timber, to burn tiles and to smooth bricks for the Bronze Bird Tower on the banks of the River Zhang. Looking at it, Cao Cao turned to his companion, saying, "What is the portent?" ![]() The diggers at the spot whence the golden light proceeded presently unearthed a bronze bird. Chapter 34 Behind The Screen, Lady Cai Overhears A Secret Īcross The Tan Torrent, The Hex Mark Horse Carries Its Master.
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