Chapter Ninety-Three: The Palace Banquet
Zhao Yi originally thought that he would be in a restaurant, or at the home of the ten permanent ministers, but he didn't expect Zhang Rang to invite him to a banquet in the palace. /xshuotxt/︾
Zuo Feng liked the look of surprise on Zhao Yi's face, and asked Zhao Yi rhetorically: "Where is it not in the palace?" Zhang Changshou and Li Changshou did not have a mansion outside the palace. Don't be surprised, when you arrive at the palace, it is equivalent to returning home. ”
After the soldiers guarding the palace gate saw Zuo Feng, they immediately opened the door without even interrogating him, and respectfully let Zuo Feng in.
Zhao Yi touched his nose and secretly said that the eunuchs were so powerful that they didn't even dare to ask about the palace ban. The palace guards were like a fictitious in front of the eunuchs, and it was easy for the eunuchs to seek a plan to usurp the throne. But even if the eunuch has great power, at most he is coercing the Son of Heaven to order the princes. They will never seek to usurp the throne, because the emperor is the foundation of their glory and wealth, and he is the big tree behind them, and they will never cut down this big tree.
The palace decoration is quite prosperous, and there are many roads in it, Zhao Yi has a headache to see, if there is no Zuo Feng and others to lead the way, he will get lost.
The eunuchs and maids in the palace ran back and forth, and Zhao Yi didn't see what these people were busy with. Zhang Rang and Li Zhong stood at the door of Tianlu Hall and waited for Zhao Yi, which could be regarded as giving Zhao Yi enough face.
Zhao Yi saw Zhang Rang and Li Zhong, who both called their parents these two Emperor Ling of the Han Dynasty, and hurriedly saluted: "Humble to meet the two permanent attendants." "The heart said that the eunuchs were at the peak of their part.
Zhang Rang and Li Zhong affectionately helped Zhao Yi up: "General Zhao doesn't have to be polite, please enter the hall." ”
Emperor Ling of the Han Dynasty rewarded Zhang Rang and Li Zhong with the Tianlu Palace, which was indeed magnificent. Zhao Yi knelt on the cushion, pushing the cup and changing the lamp with Zhang Rang and others, Zhang Rang and Li Zhong were better than He Jin, but they could talk. Although they already have a lot of power in their hands, they are still doing the work of serving people after all, and their words and deeds are much smoother than He Jin.
Zhang Rang raised his glass and signaled: "Bolai broke the yellow scarf, and was praised by the saint, I am very happy, I originally wanted to invite Bolai to a banquet in Luoyang's Haitian Tower, but things are complicated in the court, so I can only feast in the palace." Bolai doesn't have to be restrained, and this palace doesn't have to abide by the rules of the palace. ”
Zhao Yi smiled and raised his glass: "Thank you, Lord Chang." Zhang Rang's words contained a variety of meanings, not only could he freely enter and leave the forbidden palace, but no one dared to care about the banquet in the palace. indirectly explained to Zhao Yi that he was powerful at this time. It's better than He Jin.
Li Zhong looked at the empty hall and clapped his hands: "The hall is a little empty, call some people to perform songs and dances." A eunuch answered.
Before Zhao Yi had two glasses of wine, many young and beautiful girls dressed in embroidered colored lines walked up, dancing with the sound of chimes, and the dance steps were as light as butterflies walking among the flowers. Compared with modern dance, it has more temperament, a kind of charm.
Zuo Feng's table was close to Zhao Yi's table, and when he saw Zhao Yi's gaze, a smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, and he said in his heart that the hero is sad and the beauty is really good. Xiang Yu, the hero of the world, couldn't see through Yu Ji's level, let alone Zhao Yi.
Carefully walked to Zhao Yi's side and patted Zhao Yi on the shoulder: "These girls are all members of the family, and they haven't been seen by the saint yet." If Bo Lai likes it, you can ask Zhang Chang for it, the two Chang Shi value the second son so much, if you open your mouth, these beauties will sleep on your couch tonight. ”
A mouthful of wine squirted out of Zhao Yi's mouth, and he didn't know whether to say that Zhang Rang was bold or whether to say that he covered the sky with one hand. The son of the family is like the show girl of the Qing Dynasty, and it is very likely that she will be the emperor's concubine in the future, and she may be the master of the eunuch. Even if he had a low status in the palace at this time, no one dared to send his family out of the palace, let alone give it to others as concubines.
Zhang Rang and Li Zhong were extremely arrogant, and they were in batches as soon as they opened their mouths. However, Zhao Yi didn't dare to accept these family members, if he let others know, he would definitely give himself a crime of bullying, which would be a loss of his head.
After being surprised, Zhao Yi's face suddenly returned to normal, and he said to Zuo Feng with a smile: "Thank you father-in-law for reminding me." ”
"Don't worry, the second son, this matter is absolutely safe, and there are many ministers in the court who have received this kind of favor from the permanent servants." Zuo Feng seemed to see Zhao Yi's concerns and gave Zhao Yi a reassurance.
This is a tried and tested beauty plan in the 36 schemes, and it is also a means for Zhang Rang and others to win over their friends. If Zhao Yi accepts these family members, it is equivalent to having a handle in the hands of Zhang Rang and others. If he didn't listen to their orders, this matter would be reported to the emperor, and Zhao Yi would face a great crime of punishing the nine clans at that time.
Zhao Yi thanked Zuo Feng for his reminder, but he didn't ask for these family members. Still enjoying the song and dance in front of him with clear eyes.
Different from the song and dance on Zhao Yi's side, at this time, there are many soldiers in the General's Mansion dancing generously, and the dancing is the wind song made by Liu Bang, the ancestor of the Han Dynasty.
He Jin was in a high position, and Huang Fu Song and others pushed the cup to change the lamp, at this time a person came to He Jin's ear and whispered two words, He Jin's face changed slightly, and then returned to normal, raising a glass to celebrate the triumphant return of the two generals Huang Fu Song and Zhu Jun. After three glasses of wine, He Jin asked Huangfu Song and Zhu Jun: "How about the two generals looking at Zhao Yi's son?" ”
Huangfu Song and Zhu Jun were full of praise for Zhao Yi: "If it weren't for Zhao Yi, it would be impossible for the last general and others to defeat the Yellow Turban Thief so quickly." ”
Seeing that Zhu Jun was still about to speak, He Jin waved his hand, Zhao Yi's record, He Jin already knew. "What do the two generals think of Zhao Yi's character?"
Huangfu Song and Zhu Jun glanced at each other, and they were a little strange in their hearts, I don't know how He Jin, who was still talking about state affairs with him just now, suddenly asked Zhao Yi. There must be a reason for He Jin's questioning, it is related to Zhao Yi's future, and the two of them can't help but be cautious when they speak.
Huangfu Song thought for a moment: "Zhao Yi is a handsome man in the world, not only wise, but also like a god. Young people are inevitably a little arrogant, but their style of action often starts from the big picture. Loyal to the monarch and loving the people, now he has a great reputation in Youzhou and Jizhou. ”
Zhu Jun added: "And thoughtful, often able to anticipate the enemy's opportunities and win by surprise." He is honest and disgusted with corrupt officials, and on our way home, he has commented on the evil deeds of the officials who serve his relatives more than once. ”
Hearing Zhu Jun's later words, a smile appeared at the corner of He Jin's mouth, he thought that Zhao Yi didn't have any emotions, it turned out to be a bloody person. From Zhu Jun's words, He Jin learned a very important news, and Zhao Yi was very disgusted with his relatives and officials. Disgusted relatives will not appreciate the Ten Constant Servants.
Huangfu Song and Zhu Jun asked at the same time: "Why did the general ask about this?" ”
Without waiting for He Jin to answer, Yuan Shao, who was sitting with him, spoke: "The general wants to train Zhao Yi, and he has become a great weapon." Naturally, it is necessary to understand their conduct. ”
Huangfu Song and Zhu Jun were relieved when they heard this, and they all said that Zhao Yi's achievements in the future were limitless.
He Jin just received a report from Neiying, saying that Zhao Yi went to Zhang Rang and Li Zhongzhi's meeting tonight, which made him a little disgusted, and he already had murderous intentions in his heart. A talent like Zhao Yi can't get it himself and can't let others get it. lest there be another strong opponent in the future. At this time, when he heard the words of Zhu Jun and the others, he once again put away his murderous intent.
Using Zhao Yi's strategy to deal with the ten permanent servants, He Jin did not say to Huangfu Song and Zhu Jun that these two people were also generals, and if they learned of such a major event, they would not look for them but Zhao Yi, and these people would inevitably have jealousy in their hearts. Zhao Yi hasn't supported it yet, He Jin doesn't want to offend Huangfu Song and Zhu Jun because of this matter, especially Zhu Jun, he is already the pastor of Jizhou at this time, this is the official of the feudal territory, and he holds the power of life and death of a state pastor.
He Jin is in a good mood here, but Zhao Yi's mood is a little apprehensive, Zhang Rang and Li Zhong are smarter than He Jin's methods, unlike He Jin who used the national situation to influence Zhao Yi, these two people threw out the temptation that ordinary men can't resist, money, and beauty.
Those family members did not leave after the dance, but knelt down at the table of several people and helped Zhao Yi and others pour wine and food. Facing Zhao Yi, who was not cramped in the slightest by Zhang Rang, Li Zhong, He Jin and even Emperor Ling of Han, he seemed a little cramped at this time. This kind of emperor-like enjoyment Zhao Yi really hasn't tried.
Zhang Rang saw Zhao Yi's cramped appearance, and a smile appeared on the corner of his mouth: "In the face of the iron-blooded general who has not changed his face for hundreds of thousands of yellow turban thieves, why is he embarrassed when he sees a few girls." ”
Li Zhong planned to do a good thing for Zhao Yi: "General Zhao is in his youth, and there are a few lovely girls around him. If General Zhao takes a fancy to it, these people can follow the general back to his home today. ”
Zhao Yi hurriedly excused himself: "The last general thanked the Lord Chang for his kindness." However, the military orders of the last general's department were very strict, and no women were allowed to appear in the army. As a general, the last general naturally has to lead by example, otherwise the soldiers will not be convinced, and the soldiers cannot be single-minded, how can they annihilate the strong enemy. ”
"It's inconvenient in the army, so you can bring it into the house, and it's not a long march to fight." Li Zhong suggested again.
Zhao Yi smiled bitterly, and shook his head even more fiercely than before: "The last general's family style is very strict, and he can't bring a girl with unknown history home." If the identity of these girls were told to my father, my father would be furious. ”
Seeing that Zhao Yi insisted on not accepting it, Zhang Rang and Li Zhong were not reluctant, and waved their hands to let their eunuchs bring two boxes of gold and silver: "You and I are talking about speculation, this money is not a tribute, please General Zhao accept it." ”
Zhao Yi did not shirk this time, and accepted the gold and silver: "The last general thanked Lord Chang Shi. ”
Zhang Rang and Li Zhong looked at each other, and a smile appeared on the corner of their mouths, as long as they love money, it is easy to say. Seeing that Zhao Yi had received his own money, Zhang Rang and Li Zhong thought that Zhao Yi had been in a party with them, and it was very pleasant to push the cup and exchange lamps with Zhao Yi, and they were very happy to be able to win over such a talented person as Zhao Yi, which represented that they had a powerful force outside the palace.
Although Zhang Rang did not say it explicitly, he implied that Zhao Yi had them, and with them in the imperial court, there was no need to worry about official promotions. Just let Zhao Yi develop his own power.
At the end of the late-night banquet, Zhang Rang asked Zuo Feng to send Zhao Yi out of the palace. "The second son is so valued by the Chang Servant, he will definitely have a bright future in the future." Zuo Feng smiled.
Zhao Yi put a box of gold and silver into Zuo Feng's arms: "Thanks to my father-in-law's recommendation, I asked my father-in-law to take care of these gold and silver." ”
Zuo Feng smiled even more, and the second son was so intimate.
Zhang Rang and Li Zhong, who were watching from a distance, saw this scene with their eyes flashing, and Zhang Rang asked Li Zhong: "What do you think of this?" ”