Time flies, and it always makes people sigh at the fickleness. Sima Xiangru, who was listed in the court with the title of Marquis of the Southwest Yi in order to pacify the southwest, is now not only famous in the world, but also has been reused by His Majesty the Emperor with his own political talents, so as to become a deeply valued minister of the Son of Heaven.

Although the chic white clothes in the past have been replaced by a vermilion and purple crown belt, the guests are full, and the people who come and go are all rich and noble, and their status is more valuable. But in the heart of this man who is as upright as the green mountains of Shu County, he is only regarded as a pandering to all this prosperity as walking in this world and displaying his ambitions.

Whenever he thinks about it, what he misses most in his heart is that whenever he returns from a study tour in those depressed years, although his bags are empty, whether it is the autumn wind or the spring rain, whether it is the winter snow or the severe cold, he is always greeted by a thin wine that has already been warmed in the humble winery. And also...... When the woman is like the moon, the woman with her wrists condensed like frost.

The countless times of downfall are hard to describe. Later, he thought many times that if Wen Jun, who was willing to abandon his identity as a rich lady, to accompany him through those years, maybe he would have been like countless pearls lost in the grass, gradually decaying and withering with the burial of the dust, and there would never be a day of ten thousand rays of light.

In a person's life, it is enough to be able to meet such a red face. Sima Xiangru was even more lucky, because when he wasted half his life, he finally ushered in a major turning point in fate like a miracle.

In the middle of summer in the west of the city that year, the pear tree fell colorfully, there were men in white playing the zither, and women with red sleeves dancing lightly to add a few bunches of fragrance, and the people who sat in the row were all talented and confidantes...... The young man who was weak at the time, Sima Changqing never thought that the friendship formed lightly between a few glasses of light wine would become a huge help to change his fate.

There are some kindnesses, needless to say, keep them in your heart, and you should repay them with your life! The spirit of the Chinese nation's "scholars", from ancient times to the present, perhaps this is the most valuable part.

Since the most elite cavalry of the Han Dynasty sent to Chang'an in the early spring and began to fight on the two fronts of the Western Regions and the grassland, all the important ministers of the imperial court, including Sima Xiangru, have been paying close attention to the changes in the war on the front line almost all the time. In such a situation, some people still stand up and try to prevent Yuan Zhao from returning to Chang'an in the near future for some reason, what is the purpose behind this, it is already worth being vigilant.

Sima Xiangru expressed his opinion without hesitation, and quietly retreated to his position. Although he didn't look at the faces of the other people, he could feel everyone's attitude in his lowered eyes.

"Your Majesty, I think what Dr. Sima said is a bit one-sided. The affairs of the country are more important than conquest! Although the minister was born as a civil servant and had never led troops into battle, he also knew that the situation on the battlefield was changing all the time. Now that the Huns have reached the end of their crossbows, they should take advantage of the situation to completely eliminate this great trouble and create a happy ending for the war between the Han Dynasty and the Xiongnu. The more times like this, the more negligent they are...... Therefore, Weichen very much agrees with Lord Yan's opinion, and Yuanhou still stays on the grassland until the final victory is achieved, which is the safest. ”

Zhu Maichen, who was unexpectedly appreciated by the Son of Heaven as an ordinary Lingnan official because of chance, is in his forties this year, which can be said to be a late career. Perhaps it is precisely because of this reason that he has been a little extreme in his actions since his status was steep. In the words of praise, it is the courage to do things, and in other words, it is good at taking power!

On such an occasion, Zhu Maichen naturally would not be willing to be left behind, and his remarks sounded high-sounding, and they did sound like sincere remarks for seeking the country. Sima Xiangru's heart suddenly changed, and the secret way was sure enough! Earlier, when he got the news through some channel that someone wanted to make waves in Chang'an, he was still a little unconvinced. He couldn't think of anyone who would choose to secretly achieve his goal at such a moment. However, at this moment, in a few seemingly gentle words, he felt the chill of the sword light and sword shadow in it!

However, the expression on Emperor Liu Che's face still didn't seem to change. He stretched out his palm, jokingly curled two fingers, and pointed at Sima Xiangru again. Then he smiled at Dong Yan, a favorite minister who had been smiling and listening quietly, and the corners of his mouth were raised.

"Huh! Two to one...... For such a trivial matter, my most trusted courtiers are divided, not to mention the ministers of the court and the central government outside. This is the case, so Dong Yan, for your part, I want Zhao Yuan to recall Chang'an's will, do I write it or not? ”

Although Yan Zhu, Sima Xiangru, and Zhu Maichen did not have any praise or disapproval in the emperor's tone, they still hurriedly bowed down together, and their mouths were full of fear. Since he is a courtier by the emperor's side, the ability to observe words and emotions is indispensable. The phrase "accompanying the king like accompanying the tiger" is not said casually, and the last moment may be laughing and talking about Mowgli, who knows if it will be ruthless below? Therefore, it is better to always show that everything you do and say is faithful to the king.

Dong Yan put away his smile, this standard beautiful man does not have any official position in the court, but no one dares to despise him. Just looking at the emperor's casual attitude towards him, he already knew that this person's trust in the emperor's heart was a few points higher than the other three.

"Your Majesty, how can such a major event of the court be intervened by Dong Yan and a latecomer? You ask me that, but it's embarrassing! What His Majesty thinks in his heart, it is natural to do the best thing...... As a courtier, everything is subject to the divine judgment. Hehe! ”

The corners of Yan Suke's mouth twitched, although there was no indication on his face, he had already scolded "sycophants" in his heart! It seems that this guy has not decided to contribute to this so far. But it doesn't matter, when the time comes, someone will naturally force him to comply, and he can't help but throw himself into the united front.

Emperor Liu Che laughed, stood up, and no longer dwelled on this matter, maybe his few words of exploration just now naturally had another purpose, which was not known to the courtiers.

"In that case, so be it! Changqing drafted an edict and sent people to Pegasus to the grassland, so that the prince and Yuan Zhao immediately set off to Chang'an...... You are babbling on and on here for these reasons, but you don't know that my eldest princess doesn't know how many times she has complained in my ears. After Yuan Qing's wedding, he went to the battlefield and has not returned, if I am not compassionate, it will be too unkind. ”

Since the emperor said such a thing, what else could a courtier say? Although he knew that this reason was just a pretext, but since he had decided something, no one would say anything more without interest. At the moment, each of them hid their thoughts deeply, and the monarchs and ministers laughed a few words casually, and after the will was issued, they each retreated and did not mention it.

Sima Xiangru got on the horse outside the palace gate, and when he passed by the gate of the Sili Lieutenant Ya not far from the right side of the Suzaku Gate, he slowed down the horse's hooves, and happened to see someone returning from a large number of entourage, he quietly exchanged a look with the chief officer of the Sili Lieutenant who turned back on the horse, and then did not stop, and went directly to the house.

The man on the horse named the final army, dressed in a splendid tight belt, is the age of heroism. The weak-crowned boy who once said that "I wish to invite Changying to bind the dragon" has now grown into the captain of the Sili school of Chang'an, and the weight of his authority is awe-inspiring.

Lieutenant Sili, a newly established position a few years ago, is responsible for picketing all illegal things such as officials and civilians in the capital, although the position is not high, but the power is very prominent. They are not under the jurisdiction of any imperial court, and the person directly responsible is the emperor himself. This alone shows how powerful it is.

Soon after, in the twilight, the final army, dressed in civilian clothes, came to the mansion of his best friend Sima. The two of them are good at home, and they don't need to be led by others, passing through a few pavilions, and in the backyard where the lights are dim, the gentle-smiling man has been waiting for a long time under the cornice.

When the final army followed Sima Xiangru into the hall, a table of banquets had already been prepared and treated neatly. Although he already knew that there must be something wrong with his friend's special invitation, when he saw the blue-robed scholar who was teaching Sima Mingzhu to write behind a few cases, he still felt a little shocked and abrupt in his heart.

"Mr. Master...... I don't know if Mr. is here, the final army has been negligent, forgive the sin in person! ”

Whether it was Zhongjun or Sima Xiangru, they knew very well in their hearts that the person in front of them, who looked like an ordinary scholar with frosted temples, had a very special relationship with Yuan Zhao. To a certain extent, Yuan Zhao treated him as a half-teacher and half-friend. Therefore, although he has no official position or position, in the hearts of all those who know the relationship between the two, no one dares to despise half a point.

"Huh! No need to be polite. Since they are all their own family, there is no need to say more polite words. Come on, the special wine in the suburbs of Qingdao, the old man has already salivated. ”

Sima Xiangru hurriedly gave up his seat. After the three of them sat down, Zhuo Wenjun, who took off his red makeup and was dressed in a simple home dress, pushed the door in and personally helped pour wine and dishes. Whether it is the master father Yan or the final army, they and Sima and his wife have known each other for a long time, and they do not need to be formalized with each other.

After a few words of laughter, Sima Xiangru made a look, Wen Jun understood, and coaxed Mingzhu'er, who was following the side to join in the fun, but did not leave, she knew a little bit of news, but she was actually very worried in her heart.

"Brother Junjun, I can't hide it, I asked you to come here today because I need your help with something. Don't shirk! ”

"Where did Brother Changqing come from! But there is an order, and all obey it. ”

"Good! In that case, let's listen to Mr. Master's detailed analysis of the beginning and end of the incident...... ”

Men in the world take care of each other, they don't need to worry too much, and they have no regrets, that's all.