In the Imperial City Edict Prison, there have always been only a few "guests", and in the recent edict prison, the person with the highest status is none other than Guo Rong, the envoy of the Zhenning Army.

Compared with ordinary prison cells, Guo Rong's cell is much cleaner, with mats, bedding, paper, pen and ink, including a bucket.

Guo Rong was dressed in ochre, holding a book in one hand and a pen in the other, burying his head in the case. His expression was calm, and he didn't have much of a sense of being in prison. It's just that the edges are less repaired, and the stubble is a little more wanton, compared with before, Guo Rong's whole temperament has changed dramatically, that is the temperament of perennial immersion in power, and the prestige of Kong.

"Jailer!" After a long time, Guo Rong straightened up, moved his neck and wrists slightly, stretched his waist, and called out.

The prison was silent, and soon there was a sound of footsteps, and a thin old officer in military armor walked in.

The lantern in his hand shone into the cell, and the jailer asked in a somewhat hoarse voice, "What do you command?" ”

"Now I am a person who treats sinners, and I deserve to be called a king!" With a humble mouth, Guo Rong pointed to the candle with only a tail left on the case, and said: "This candle is about to run out, give me another one, and in addition, add some paper!" ”

"Yes!" While the jailer agreed, he looked at Guo Rong twice, and couldn't help but sigh "ho ho": "Where is the envoy here to be in prison!" ”

Hearing this, Guo Rong turned his attention to the old man and asked casually, "In your opinion, what am I here for?" ”

"In the old man's opinion, making the king more like a different place to govern the government!" The jailer said: "The old man has never seen such treatment in this prison." I'm waiting for the villain, and I'm sending food and drink, and I have to take care of the lamps, candles, pens and ink......"

"Hehe......" Guo Rong smiled faintly: "Then why do you serve me so diligently as a sinner?" ”

The jailer smiled at him, his eyes were shrewd, and a little flattering: "The villain has been on duty here for many years, and the officials who have been in and out of the edict prison for their crimes have never escaped the crime and walked out safely." But Guo Yuanjun is different, although the little one is shallow, but he has a feeling, you will be able to go out intact, and it is not impossible for the official to be reinstated. Otherwise, why should Shangguan give us an account and wait carefully for the envoy ......"

"Among the hooligans, there is still a drill camp. Do you know, it is precisely because there are too many people like you who are bent to welcome you that the country is not at peace, the government is not governed, and the people are not at peace. Guo Rong raised his hand, and the jailer was very embarrassed by what he said.

Seeing his reaction, Guo Rong added faintly: "However, I am trapped here, and I am taken care of by you, and this kindness is also remembered in my heart. If you can see the light of day again, you should repay it! ”

Hearing Guo Rong say this, the jailer breathed a sigh of relief, and echoed in his mouth: "Wait a while, and the little one will bring you paper and candles." ”

When he turned around, he couldn't help muttering in his heart, this Guo Yuanjun is not a person who is easy to serve, of course, he is also an extraordinary person, and that kind of bearing is rare in the world.

Later in the evening, Liu Chengyou came to the edict in person, dressed in a bright yellow robe, which was very dazzling in the dimly lit prison. The prison warden personally accompanied him, led Liu Chengyou to visit Guo Rong, and when he went to the cell, he swept the arrangements and couldn't help but glance at the prison warden: "I don't know that the prison in Dahan has such favorable conditions?" ”

In a word, the warden shrank his neck sharply, not daring to look at Liu Chengyou, only glanced at Guo Rong, and Nuo Nuo didn't know how to respond.

"Sinner Guo Rong, knock on Your Majesty!" Through the prison door, Guo Rong got up and bowed.

The cell door opened, Liu Chengyou bent in, crossed Guo Rong, and sat down on his small case, Guo Rong turned around again and kept bowing.

"Get up!" Liu Chengyou sighed: "Sit!" ”

Guo Rong got up at this time, knelt opposite each other, and arched his hand to Liu Chengyou: "Why do you want Your Majesty to come in person." ”

"Since the last northern tour, you and I haven't seen each other for more than a year, and I miss it very much!" Liu Chengyou stretched out his hand and picked up some of the papers scattered on the case: "However, I didn't expect that goodbye was in this prison!" However, I see that you are still very comfortable here! ”

"Your Majesty laughed." Seeing Liu Chengyou's actions, Guo Rong was busy and helped tidy up. Three or two years ago, in the face of the young Liu Chengyou, Guo Rong has always been able to deal with it easily, and deal with it calmly, but now, in the face of the Son of Heaven who has entered his youth, he can't do it at all, not just because of the identity bonus.

Liu Chengyou sat there, like a pool of tranquility, unfathomable.

"Minister, I'm embarrassed Your Majesty!" In the end, it was Guo Rong who took the initiative to speak.

Liu Chengyou waved his hand: "I am not here to listen to your explanation today!"

There is no need to mention the affairs of Puzhou, what I want to know is already understood, and what I don't want to know is not necessary. ”

"You have a little more old on your face. As I have observed, you are in Lanzhou, working hard to govern the state government, no wonder you have its reputation! Liu Chengyou's eyes fell on Guo Rong's face, observing his expression.

Guo Rong sighed slightly: "It's not as good as Your Majesty's youth!" ”

Liu Chengyou came to the prison, but did not let Zhang Dejun accompany him, but asked Zhang Yongde to follow and wait, and beckoned to him. Seeing this, Zhang Yongde immediately opened the food box he was carrying, put a few dishes on the table, and poured the wine.

This is probably the first time that Guo Rong's relatives have seen him after he arrived in Beijing. Zhang Yongde and Guo Rong just glanced at each other, did not speak, and took the initiative to stand at the door of the prison and guard.

"I brought some food and drinks." Liu Chengyou raised his glass, and Guo Rong, who was holding the cup with both hands, touched it, and said in a relaxed tone: "I haven't drunk with you for a long time, but in this prison cell, there is something interesting." ”

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your hospitality." Guo Rongdao.

Paying attention to the papers he put away, Liu Chengyou picked them up and browsed them, and asked casually, "What did you write?" ”

Guo Rong took the initiative to pour wine for Liu Chengyou, and replied in his mouth: "They are all some opinions and summaries of the minister's governance in Lanzhou, or they can be used as reference for future generations." There are also some discussions on the way of government. ”

"Even the matter of succession has been considered!" Liu Chengyou raised his eyelids and glanced at Guo Rong: "But this is the way of government, and it is quite in line with the current situation and national conditions." ”

"Guo Rong is Guo Rong, living in prison is not wasted!"

"Your Majesty's praise."

"Zhenning Army, I originally planned to abolish its festival, but considering that it is an important town of the Yellow River and the gateway to Gyeonggi, it is inconvenient to waste lightly." After two more sips of wine, there was a bit of atmosphere, Liu Chengyou's face was not so cold, and he said: "However, I plan to abolish all the towns and counties in the next two or three years, starting with the Zhenning Army." Taking advantage of this turmoil, Puzhou was separated, and the imperial court directly dispatched the governor, the transfer envoy, and the town guard envoy to control the affairs of the military state! ”

"This can know Puzhou, can Guo Qing have a candidate?" Liu Chengyou looked at Guo Rong and asked.

Hearing this, Guo Rong was inevitably surprised: "Your Majesty asked the minister to recommend?" ”

"Your vision, I believe." Liu Chengyou nodded: "Ma Renyu and Pan Mei, who you recommended to join the forbidden army before, are rare talents. Ma Renyu Kongwu has entered my Fengchen camp, and Pan Mei, I look at it, and I have the talent of a commander! ”

Facing Liu Chengyou's gaze, Guo Rong lowered his gaze and arched his hand: "Rong Chen, think about it." ”

After that, I really fell into contemplation. Of course, Guo Rong was not thinking about the person he recommended, but wondering if the Son of Heaven had other intentions. However, I really can't think of a reason, but one thing is certain, the Puzhou matter is definitely passed.

didn't let Liu Chengyou wait too long, Guo Rong said: "Lu Yin, the word Yuqing, a native of Youzhou, the son of Lu Qi, the former squire of the military department. Although he is young, he is sensible and knowledgeable, and he has the talent to govern the government. If Your Majesty does not know Puzhou with his youth, it should be within his ability. ”

"That's it!" Liu Chengyou didn't think about it, and with a flick of his sleeves, he decided on the matter.

Coming to see Guo Rong, of course, it wasn't just to invite him to drink, Liu Chengyou got up, and before leaving, he raised his finger and said: "A Zhang Jianxiong, it's not a pity to die!" However, after all, he was the envoy of the Han Prefecture and was appointed by the imperial court. You can't stay in Zhenningjun, and you won't stay in Tokyo, go to Xuzhou! ”

Leaving the next sentence, Liu Chengyou walked away with his back hand.

Guo Rong thought about it and bowed down from behind: "Thank you, Your Majesty!" Greetings to Your Majesty! ”