On August 13, a team of nearly 500 people finally arrived in Kaifeng City.

Xu Changqing, Gao Mingheng, Huang Shu, Chen Yongfu and others went out of the city for twenty miles and greeted them on the official road northeast of Kaifeng City early.

Originally, Zhu Gongyu, the king of Zhou, was going to come over to greet him in person, but under Xu Changqing's point of view, he quickly understood that now, it was Hou Sui who came to beg them to see their faces, and this shelf must still be held.

"Humble Xu Changqing, I've seen the elder of the pavilion! It is a great honor for the Pavilion Boss to be here. ”

On the official road, Xu Changqing's silver helmet and silver armor, and the red cloak were displayed in the wind, and under the guard of Gao Mingheng, Huang Shu, Chen Yongfu, Li Yan, Zhao Zengjin, Xu Xiu and others like stars holding the moon, they deeply saluted Hou Sui.

"I've seen Elder Ge!"

As Xu Changqing saluted, the surrounding generals and more than 1,000 elites of various departments knelt down one after another, and shouted at the same time.

Hou Sui was about to come over and make love to Xu Changqing and help Xu Changqing up, but he was suddenly taken aback by this situation.

The staff and guards behind him were also frightened, and many of them had a little weakness in their legs, what was going on?

Fortunately, Hou Sui is the person who has seen the big scene, even if his legs are a little weak, his face has not changed, and he is busy supporting Xu Changqing with a smile, "Uncle Zhongyi, you are so polite." The old man has heard of your name for a long time, and it is an honor for the old man to see him today. You are all meritorious soldiers, you don't need to be polite, please get up quickly. ”

Outsiders saw that it was Hou Sui who helped Xu Changqing up, but in fact, it was Xu Changqing who helped Hou Sui to keep Hou Sui in balance.

Looking at Hou Sui's appearance, Xu Changqing was also a little funny in his heart, but Hou Sui had already expressed his attitude to Xu Changqing with his body language, he was not ignorant of current affairs.

Seeing that the soldiers were still kneeling on the ground, without the slightest reaction, Hou Sui's cold sweat came out all of a sudden, and he looked at Xu Changqing as if he was asking for help.

Xu Changqing suddenly smiled: "Are you all stupid?" Didn't you hear the elder tell you to be exempt? ”

"Yes!"

Hearing Xu Changqing's words, a group of sons and daughters got up, including the Central Plains soldiers under Chen Yongfu.

This made Hou Sui and his staff look a little uncomfortable.

This is...... Chi Guoguo's dismount.

Xu Changqing's face did not change, and said with a smile: "Pavilion Elder, the lowly rank has prepared a carriage for you, please come here." ”

Hou Sui also reacted at this time, his fart was a little slapped on the horse's leg, Xu Changqing was not subject to his scheme, and Kaifeng seemed to have reached an alliance, Xu Changqing's control over this side was definitely much stronger than he imagined.

This made Hou Xin's heart a little cold.

However, Xu Changqing still respectfully calls him 'Pavilion Elder', he has indeed been a Pavilion Elder, but that is all a matter of the Year of the Monkey and Ma Yue, and Hou Sui is also keenly aware that this is Xu Changqing teaching him a small lesson.

The young man ......

At this time, Hou Sui no longer dared to give Xu Changqing half a point.

I also understand why Xu Changqing can make such great achievements at such an age, and Jane is in the heart of the emperor and has become the arm of the Son of Heaven.

Following Xu Changqing to the carriage, seeing that Xu Changqing was about to go back to ride a horse and guard the surroundings, Hou Sui hurriedly smiled and said: "Uncle Zhongyi, the old man is in a hurry this time, and many things have not been communicated with you, I am really sorry." In this way, Uncle Zhongyi, if you don't dislike it, take the same car with the old man, let's talk while walking? ”

The corners of Xu Changqing's mouth couldn't help but show a smile: "Pavilion elder is kind, how dare Changqing disobey?" ”

Seeing that Xu Changqing also got into the carriage, the team began to slowly turn around and move in the direction of Kaifeng City, and the entourage of the waiting entourage relaxed slightly.

On the carriage, seeing that Xu Changqingyun was light and light, Hou Sui's attitude was much lower, and he said with a smile: "Uncle Zhongyi, as early as the beginning of receiving the report, the old man wanted to rush over, hey, unfortunately something happened at that time, and the old man was short of skills for a while, and the old man had to apologize to you for this matter." ”

"Huh."

"The elder smiled."

Xu Changqing smiled: "The reason why the battle of the Central Plains was won this time was precisely because you stabilized the morale of the army in the rear and raised materials. Now, the elder has come to Kaifeng, and everyone in Changqing has a backbone. ”

Hou Sui was stunned for a moment, and immediately, there was a smile in the old eyes.

This loyal and righteous uncle, the dragon and phoenix among the people!

The current state is not a matter of what to talk about, but an attitude, the attitude of both sides!

As long as the attitudes of both parties are right and a point of convergence is found, isn't it casual to talk about things?

Although the young upstart in front of him seems arrogant, he is meticulous in many core aspects!

"Hehe, Uncle Zhongyi, speaking of which, the old man is also chasing ducks to the shelves. For military affairs, to be honest, the old man is also a little difficult. If you can do a good job of logistics, the old man will rest assured. By the way, Uncle Zhongyi, what is the status of Kaifeng now? Is there any news on the bandits' side? ”

The attitude of each other was reached, and Hou Sui also shifted the topic to the main topic.

Xu Changqing's face also became solemn: "Elder Ge, Kaifeng can still be maintained for the time being, but the situation is not optimistic." Although the water of the Yellow River has not been excavated, the surrounding crops have basically been swept away by thieves. According to the current state of affairs, if the imperial court does not vigorously provide relief, I am afraid that the people of Kaifeng will not survive the winter.

As for the thieves, the main forces of Li Zicheng and Liu Zongmin have retreated into the territory of Nanyang Mansion. Nanyang is mountainous, the terrain is complex, and the thieves have a certain influence here, and the lowly side is understaffed, so there is no pursuit. ”

"This ......"

Hou Xun's brow furrowed tightly.

Although he is an old fritter, he is not very proficient in government affairs, and he has been playing some illusory people's hearts, but after all, he has been in the office for many years, and the basic common sense and sensitivity he should have are still good.

Xu Changqing threw out the topic, and he instantly felt the pressure.

The food and salary that the imperial court had previously sent out for Wang Pu and Cao Bianjiao was almost broken, how could they have the spare strength to Kaifeng for disaster relief?

But if disaster relief is not provided, the consequences are ......

Especially the main force of the thieves, now entering the Nanyang Mansion connected to Jingchu and the terrain is more complicated, this is a chain buckle!

But Hou Sui was scheming, thought for a while, looked at Xu Changqing's eyes and said, "Uncle, what are your plans for this matter?" ”

kicked the ball back to Xu Changqing.

Xu Changqing breathed a long sigh of relief: "Pavilion Elder, the humble position is a martial artist, and marching and fighting is the duty of the humble position, if you talk about anything else, the humble position is a bit big." But we can't let the people go hungry, and we are willing to donate 3,000 stone of grain and rice to help the people of Kaifeng City tide over the difficulties. ”

“……”

Hou Sui didn't speak.

At this time, he had realized that if he wanted to achieve his goal perfectly, it was impossible not to say that it was impossible, but it was impossible not to bleed!

has already entered this mess of troubled waters, and if you want to get out again, it will not be so easy.

……

When I came to Kaifeng City, the scene was even grander.

Zhu Gongfang, the king of Zhou, personally led tens of thousands of people in Kaifeng to greet Hou Sui and his party outside the city.

If you don't know the inside story, you may be happier than you are.

At his level, what is the official picture? Isn't it just a glamorous name!

However, at this time, he knew very well that this glamour was by no means as peaceful as it appeared on the surface......

"Elder Ge, please drink this cup to the fullest, little old man. Thank you to the people of Kaifeng City, you are the life-saving benefactor of 100,000 people in Kaifeng City. ”

After the greetings, an old man in his eighties, supported by his two grandsons and granddaughters, trembled and held a bowl of wine and respectfully came to Hou Sui.

This makes Hou Sui feel like eating a fly!

But he could only keep smiling......

Busy is to take the wine bowl, drink it all, and said with a gentle smile: "Uncle, don't worry, this official is here on behalf of the imperial court this time, and he will definitely not let the people of Kaifeng City fall into trouble." ”

……

When he came to stay in the mansion of King Zhou's mansion, the youngest son and several staff members who accompanied Hou Sui were extremely excited.

His youngest son Hou Buwei touched the yellow rosewood chair under him and smiled: "Father, they all say that this Xu Changqing is domineering, but the child may not see it!" He's sensible. We got the bet right this time. As long as the unpacking matters are handled, you will enter the cabinet again, and it will be a certainty. ”

A staff member who was born in Shaoxing and surnamed Fan also hurriedly smiled and said: "Dong Weng, Zhongyi Bo is still a rule-talker." The reason why he gave us a disgrace before, I think it is, is to blame us for not communicating with him in advance. This thing is not difficult, and he still asks us for the matter of retribution and reward. As long as we get stuck at this point, we are already invincible. ”

"Hey, that's right. Dong Weng, you have made a comeback, only in the evening. ”

"Dong Weng, to be able to follow you is really a student's creation."

There was a sound of sycophants all around.

In the corner, a master from Jingchu wanted to say something, but hesitated, but did not say it.

Although Hou Sui had a smile on his face, he was already an MMP in his heart.

Originally, he thought that his youngest son, including his staff, were all talented people, but at this time, he found out that what kind of bird feather talent, just a bunch of wine bags and rice bags!

It's true.

According to their brains, they can't even drink Xu Changqing's footwashing water.

But Hou Sui soon discovered the appearance of Master Jing Chu, his brows suddenly wrinkled slightly, and after a moment, he said, "Master Liang, what are you thinking?" ”

"Huh?"

This Master Liang was named, he was startled, and wanted to say something, but he was trembling but he couldn't say it, and his eyes were very complicated.

It immediately attracted a round of ridicule from all around.

Hou Sui also came back to his senses at this time, and said with a smile: "No, you go down to rest first." Later, King Zhou will hold a banquet, and you all prepare in advance, don't embarrass the old man. ”

"Huh? Yes, Father. Don't worry, at night, the child will definitely meet that Xu Changqing! ”

Everyone retreated one after another, and Master Liang was just about to leave with the flow of people, but Hou Sui stopped him, "Master Liang, wait a minute, the old man suddenly remembered something, you come to help the old man do it." ”

"Yes, Dong On."

Master Liang was clever and hurriedly stayed carefully.

Seeing that everyone was almost gone, Hou Sui personally got up and closed the door, and then personally poured a cup of tea for Master Liang, and said with a smile: "Master Liang, you have been following the old man for two years, right?" Hehe. Speaking of which, it's the old man who snubbed you. Sit. ”

Master Liang had already captured a lot of things at this time, so he was busy sitting down carefully, but he didn't say much.

Hou Sui was so scheming, and he was not in a hurry, he smiled and chatted with Master Liang a few more words, and then said with a smile: "Master Liang, what do you think of today's affairs, including this Kaifeng City?" ”

How could Master Liang not understand the meaning of Hou Sui at this time? With a long sigh, he respectfully bowed his hand and said: "Dong Weng, according to the student's opinion, this situation in Kaifeng City is like a dead end. ”

"Oh?"

Hou Sui suddenly became smart, and hurriedly approached Master Liang, "Please also ask Master Liang to solve the old man's doubts." ”

Hou Sui was already so polite and virtuous, giving him enough face, and Master Liang didn't dare to keep it anymore, and said with a wry smile: "Dong Weng, Kaifeng here does contain many merits, but it is also a big mud pit. Today's situation is probably all done by Xu Changqing. Not to mention anything else, Kaifeng City has been besieged for a long time, and I heard that even the king of Zhou is about to scatter his wealth, and the thieves have been making trouble around for a long time, and the crops are basically not harvested. The livelihood of the 100,000 people in Kaifeng City alone makes people have no way out! ”