In the east hall, which is the emperor's resting suite, the plants in the pots on the wall have been replaced with peonies, and the purple flowers are blooming. The hall was airy on both sides, with a faint scent of flowers in the cool breeze.

Guo Shao got up and took down a barrier knife on the wall, and when he pressed it lightly, he heard a "click" sound of the mechanism, and his right hand grabbed the handle of the knife and pulled it out gently. The thin and sharp blade made Guo Shao's heart tighten slightly.

A fishy smell like pure milk came to my face, and it was butter smeared on a knife. Because this knife is basically an ornament, the oil is rust-proof.

Weapons do have an inherently dangerous aura. Guo Shao held the handle of the knife, so the blade couldn't hurt himself...... However, this does not prevent the dangerous blade from chilling.

The feeling is subtle, both a little fearful and a certain intimacy.

People have soft skin, and their teeth and nails are not sharp; Weapons can greatly improve a man's combat effectiveness. Although it is dangerous, it is close to it.

It's as if a man can't run a lot, but he can reach the speed of a gallop with a good horse. Riding a horse is also dangerous, and if you accidentally fall off a speeding horse, your life can be in danger.

Men's material desires can easily include things like swords and good horses. For to fear and stay away from danger is to turn away from power; The extension of power can bring a deep sense of pleasure.

At this moment, the eunuch Cao Tai entered, bowed down and said, "Your Majesty, Zuo Shaoqing has arrived." ”

Guo Shao raised his head and said, "Announce his audience." ”

"Whoa." Cao Tai bowed, and then stepped back and went out.

Guo Shao sent the barrier knife to the scabbard and handed it to the palace maid standing next to him, and raised his chin slightly to the side, signaling her to hang it back on the wall.

The palace maid took it with both hands, and her arms trembled like chaff. Guo Shao glanced at her and couldn't help but speak: "It won't jump up and hurt you by itself, what are you afraid of?" As long as people really learn to use weapons and respect them, there is not much danger if they do not abuse them. ”

After speaking, Guo Shao knew that he was talking in vain. The palace maid didn't understand at all, and hurriedly said in a trembling voice: "The slave and maid are guilty, and the slave and maid are guilty......"

Guo Shao no longer paid attention to her.

Zuo Yu waited for a short time before coming in. In this short period of time, Guo Shao didn't have time to review the cleanup ideas in detail; The joints themselves are not clear, and many things are guessed.

However, in this chaotic matter, Guo Shao has a very clear idea in his heart, and it is also the core concept. That is: now is not the time for internal friction to balance and weaken one's own minions.

Otherwise, we will not be able to deal with external troubles, and the humiliation and helplessness caused in the future will not be pleasant...... If the defense line in the north is not perfect and the foreign enemy is allowed to sit on the throne, it will be forced to sue for peace at every turn in the future, and the situation can be imagined.

Guo Shao sat in this position and had to look farther away.

At this time, Zuo You followed Cao Tai in, walked to the table where Guo Shao was sitting, knelt down and saluted: "Weichen is ordered to meet you, my emperor has a long life!" ”

"Zuo Shaoqing is flat." Guo Shaodao.

Zuo You said: "Thank you, Your Majesty." ”

Guo Shao raised his arm and waved it to the side. It's not waving at Cao Tai or anyone, it's at the empty wall over there. Cao Tai didn't dare to stare at the emperor, but at this time, he reacted quickly, beckoned to the palace maids on both sides, and bowed his knees to the outside to withdraw.

Guo Shao then spoke: "I met with Zuo Shaoqing today to ask you something. ”

Zuo Yu hurriedly said: "Please ask Your Majesty, the minister does not dare to bully the king, and he must know that everything is endless!" ”

Guo Shao nodded, his expression was very gentle, but his eyes were very sharp, and he said straightforwardly: "There was a piece of music yesterday, written by Shi Yanchao, and you also saw it." He said that Zuo Shaoqing went to Luo Yanhuan's house the night before and met Li Chuyun secretly in the house. ”

Zuo You already knew about this, but it was still very harsh to say it in person, his face was pale, and he said: "Back to Your Majesty, I can't talk about it, Luo Yanhuan's birthday the day before yesterday." ”

"That's not what I'm asking." Guo Shaodao, "What I want to ask is, did you say it at Luo Yanhuan's house the day before yesterday when Fan Zhishang wrote against Empress Duanci's rule?" ”

Guo Shao condescended and observed his expression intently.

The question is indeed delicate. It may seem like an inconsequential detail, but it seems to be the crux of the left's position......

When Zuo You went to Luo Yanhuan's house, there were very few people who knew about Fan Zhizhang, and the people in front of the palace (Li Chuyun) couldn't know so quickly; As long as Zuo You did not leak the secret in advance, he could prove his loyalty...... Because he had a personal relationship with Luo Yanhuan and others, and not saying such a crucial thing proves that he is more protective of the emperor in his heart, and his intimacy is level.

And what's even more amazing is that whether Zuo You said it or not can't be verified at all; Because the next day, Guo Shao made Fan Zhizhang public to the ministers, even if he said it, it was impossible for Li Chuyun and Luo Yanhuan to betray Zuo You.

Guo Shao observed Zuo You very intently.

Zuo You immediately clenched his fists and said, "The minister didn't say a word!" ”

He looked almost unhesitating, and his expression was a little excited...... For a moment, Guo Shao believed his words.

Zuo You said excitedly: "The minister is absolutely not lying, please ask Your Majesty to summon Li Dianjian and Luo Duenvoy to confront him face to face!" On that day, Luo Du made his birthday, we talked about friendship, said some gossip, and didn't say a word about official business! The minister was friendly with Luo and Li, and he also thought about mentioning Fan Xianggong's recital, but he thought that since His Majesty hadn't made it clear yet, it wouldn't be appropriate to say it casually......"

A smile appeared on Guo Shao's lips. He found that Zuo You was a little speechless at this time...... For example, the sentence "I am good friends with Luo Yanhuan and want to mention Fan Zhizhang" exposes my heart: Empress Duanci is not in power, why do you have to be in a hurry to tell Li Chuyun?

Anyway, this kind of thing is generally not said in front of the emperor, and it has nothing to do with trust or distrust.

"I see." Guo Shao nodded. "Then it'll be fine."

"Are you alright?" Zuo You was stunned there, as if he was still thinking about the relationship.

Guo Shao looked at a table next to the peony, on which was a pair of Go ...... This was originally used as a place for Guo Shao to rest when he was tired from office, and there were many leisure things.

He stood up and said, "Zuo Shaoqing, accompany me to play a game of chess." ”

Zuo Yu hurriedly said: "Huh." ”

Guo Shao sat down on the soft couch next to several cases, and pointed to the opposite side and said, "Sit down and play chess with me." ”

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your seat." Zuo You's face was still pale, and he reached out and gently rubbed his forehead with his sleeve. I don't know if he understands the question just now, but Guo Shao believes that Zuo You will understand sooner or later...... People may not be able to react immediately, but as long as they have time to think about it repeatedly, they can generally understand a lot.

Guo Shao smiled: "I don't know much. Mr. Zuo, don't let me, but you can teach me. ”

The two of them set up the chessboard. Guo Shao is really bad, although he understands the basic rules, he is almost not a beginner...... The rules of Go are simple, but the gameplay is more complicated.

Zuo You obviously didn't find it boring to play chess with a beginner at all, because this beginner was the emperor. He taught some of the moves to play chess in great detail.

Guo Shao is also very devoted, learns with great interest, and understands quickly.

He understood another way, and said happily at the moment: "This is the consideration, so it is, so it is!" ”

He glanced at Zuo You and said quietly: "This number of roads seems complicated, but it is actually simple." Some things, as long as they are said, are just like that, and nothing matters. ”

Zuo You was thoughtful and hurriedly said: "Your Majesty is right......"

Guo Shao didn't emphasize that he believed the "answer" that Zuo You answered just now. But the attitude has shown everything, and after asking that question, he sat down with Zuo You and played chess, and he was very happy...... So what else needs to be said?

Guo Shaoxing said excitedly: "There are not many things to pass the time at this time, but each of them has a time for the occasion. For example, when two friends are together, when there are not many people, it is very appropriate to play Go. ”

Zuo You also smiled: "That's right. ”

Guo Shao slapped his thigh and said, "Hey, Li Chuyun is a martial artist like me, maybe he can't play chess very well, so it's better to find him too." I just took the number of paths I just learned and tried it with him, haha! ”

Zuo You suddenly remembered something after hearing this, so he took out a piece of music from his sleeve: "There is a copy of Li Chuyun's music, and I just want to bring it in to show His Majesty." But I was distracted before and forgot about it. ”

"Oh?" Guo Shao reached out to pick it up.