Volume 2 The Wind and Rain of the Imperial Capital Chapter 135 Hu Butang
There was also a muffled thunder in the sky, and a gust of wind blew in through the open window, which not only made a few books on the bookcase rattle, but also blew the temperature in the room much cooler.
But the sturdy man standing beside him with his head bowed was sweating profusely, as if he were being steamed in a hot pot. But even so, he still didn't dare to make any movement, only let the sweat continue to drip down his cheeks, and finally drip to the ground.
If anyone who knew him would be surprised to see this, because this man who looked trembling but didn't even dare to move was Xu Gong, the commander of the Ming Jinyi Guard!
The commander of the Jinyi Guard, that is the existence of tens of thousands of Jinyi Guards, and the power is so great that even ordinary scholars dare not take it lightly. Although the strength of the factory guard has been greatly reduced now, it can be used as a special yamen independent of the three law divisions that can arrest officials and people at will and torture and convict them, and Jinyiwei is still an existence that can stop children crying at night.
But now, this can make Xu Dudu, who is trembling to many people, actually look like this, which shows how powerful the person he is facing. This is exactly the case, because he was sitting in front of him at the back of the case, and he was reading a few notes, but it was Wang Zhen who was now watching everyone in the court and becoming more and more powerful!
After being brought to this study, Wang Zhen didn't pay attention to him anymore, which made Xu Gong's heart more and more uneasy. But in front of the other party, without asking questions, he didn't even dare to make a sound, let alone defend himself. The reason why Xu Dudu can become what he is now is naturally because he knows what Wang Zhen called him here for.
After a long silence, Wang Zhen finally put down the music in his hand, and said in surprise as if he had just discovered Xu Gong: "Isn't this Xu Dudu?" Why didn't you say a word here, those people below are really unruly, they dare to treat you so slowly, Wang Zhen is here to make amends for you. As he spoke, he shook his hands and made a small gesture with him. It's just that although this person speaks nicely, his eyes are cold.
Seeing his words and deeds like this, Xu Gong was even more frightened, and as soon as his legs were weak, he knelt down: "Father-in-law...... Xiaguan ...... Xiaguan ......"
"What are you doing, hurry up. If people see it and spread it, our family will have a hard time. You are the governor of the Jinyi Guard, and our family can't afford to offend those who hold the power. Wang Zhen still looked surprised, but his tone was full of calm.
Xu Gong couldn't help it anymore, and immediately kowtowed to Wang Zhen who was above him, this was really full of strength, and after only a few strokes, the skin on his head was a little broken. While kowtowing, he also said intermittently: "Father-in-law, the officials really don't know anything about today's incident, it's all Yang Zhen, Yang Zhen did his own thing, and took someone to rob people from Dongchang." If the lower officials knew, they would categorically refuse to let them offend Dongchang. ”
Originally, Wang Zhen also wanted to ask if you are a person from Jinyiwei, who would dare to do such a thing without your acquiescence. But when he heard the name Yang Zhen, his eyes narrowed, and the words that came to his mouth stopped.
Yang Zhen, although he is only a small hundred households in the Jinyi Guard, but behind him stands a backer named Hu Hui. Even if it was himself, he didn't dare to take it lightly when facing this veteran of the several dynasties, and Xu Gong naturally couldn't control Yang Zhen, a subordinate.
"That's it, don't be like a kowtow worm, get up and talk back first." Finally, the prince's face softened a little and he waved his hand.
Hearing him say this, Xu Gong finally breathed a sigh of relief. But he still kowtowed vigorously again, thanked him, and then slowly got up from the ground. At this time, his forehead had already been broken, a wisp of blood flowed down, and the ground paved with white marble also left a shocking trace of blood.
"As the commander of the Jinyi Guard, why can't you look down on one of your subordinates? Even if he Yang Zhen really has someone to support him, what about the people below him? Do you still need our family to help you come up with ideas for this kind of thing? "Although understandable, the necessary knocking is inevitable.
"Xia Guan didn't expect that this Yang Zhen would be so bold that he would dare to rob people with Dongchang. Moreover, not long before the incident, he had been transferred out of Beizhen Fusi and was about to go to Jiangnan to serve as a thousand households. Xia Guan thought that this was a disaster, but he was happy, but he didn't expect this to happen. Xu Gong hurriedly explained.
Hearing this, Wang Zhen's brows furrowed: "This is someone who has already prepared for the future." Obviously, the other party also knew that this incident would greatly offend him, and in order to protect Yang Zhen, who made the move, he transferred people out of the capital early.
Xu Gong replied lightly and lowered his head again. He was obviously still afraid that Wang Zhen would spread his anger on himself. However, this time, Wang Zhen didn't pursue his intentions, but only looked at him after a moment of silence and said, "Then do you know where that person was sent by him?" ”
"It should be in Hu Butang's house." Xu Gong swallowed his saliva again and said.
Wang Zhen nodded and didn't say anything more. It seems that someone wants to protect Lu Jin, but I didn't expect these ministers of the DPRK and China to act so quickly, and they really saved people.
But then, the killing intent in his eyes surged again: "Even if you can protect him for a while, can you still protect him for the rest of your life?" Could it be that he Lu Zhen only stayed in Hu Hu's mansion in his life and didn't come out? ”
Having an idea in his heart, Wang Zhen glanced at Xu Gong again: "Lu Zhen's matter can be put aside for a while, but this Yang Zhen must not stay." Do you see what I mean? ”
Feeling the killing intent in the other party's eyes, Xu Gong couldn't help but shudder, and finally nodded: "Xia Guan understands, Xia Guan will definitely handle things properly." He also hates this guy who has been out of his control, has collided with himself several times, and ruined his own good deeds. Now that the prince has given the order, Yang Zhen is leaving the capital again, and without Hu Hu's backer to protect him, he naturally has a way to get rid of this guy.
"Go ahead. Remember, if you can't even do this little thing, you don't want to be the governor of the brocade guard anymore. The fluttering words were thrown out, but the sweat that Xu Gong had just retreated from came out again, and he hurriedly agreed again: "Xia Guan will do his best to do things well, and he will not dare to make any mistakes." ”
Looking at Xu Gong, who respectfully withdrew, Wang Zhen's face was cold. This Xu Gong is not his own person after all, and it is really not easy to use, it is time to change to a more credible person to sit in the position of the commander of the Jinyi Guard.
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After entering a side hall, and even seeing a servant serving fragrant tea, Lu Zhen finally couldn't help it: "Where is this?" I also hope that Yang Baihu can tell the truth. ”
Before Yang Zhen could respond, a slightly old but heroic voice sounded outside: "This is the old man's house, Lu County makes you not have to be nervous, I have no malice towards you." ”
With these words, an old man with gray beard and hair, but full of spirit, strode in. I saw that his face was ruddy, wearing a cyan robe, quite a bit of the demeanor of a famous man of the Wei and Jin Dynasties, but a pair of eyes exuded a light that people did not dare to despise, and his gestures were full of the nobility of living in people for a long time.
Yang Zhen was originally sitting on a chair, but when he saw him coming, he quickly stood up and bowed to him in a proper manner: "I've seen Hu Butang." ”
"How many times have I told you, call me Uncle Hu, don't always call me so angry!" The old man glared at him with dissatisfaction, and said with concern: "Nothing wrong with bringing people in, right?" ”
"I confronted the people in Dongchang, but those guys didn't have the guts to do anything with me, so I brought people here." Yang Zhen said succinctly.
"I've worked hard for you, and I'm going to wronged you. Because of this, you can no longer stay in the capital, you won't blame me, right? The old man asked solemnly.
"How so? My father used to be under you, and after he died, he was a ...... Uncle, you've been helping our family, so I should have listened to you. Not to mention snatching someone from Dongchang, going from the capital to Jiangnan is death, and I won't frown. Yang Zhen replied.
Hearing this, the old man just sighed slightly, and finally said, "The situation is tense, so I won't keep you." You will go out of the capital now, and the old man will also make arrangements outside, and he will escort you to Jiangnan. ”
"Yes, Uncle Law, you bothered." Yang Zhen nodded when he heard this, turned his head to look at Lu Zhen again, nodded slightly, and then walked out quickly.
The conversation between the two made Lu Zhen both understand and be a little confused. understands that they should be the opponents of Wang Zhen and others, so they will rescue themselves from the hands of Dongchang. And the confusion is, the identity of this old man, where does he get the confidence to protect himself?
Just as Lu Zhen was pondering and guessing, the old man's eyes fell on him, and he patted his head with his hand: "When you are old, you can't take care of everything." actually put aside Lu County's great hero, I hope you don't want to be surprised. ”
"How dare you. The boss was able to save the official from fire and water, and the official was grateful. Lu Jin hurriedly bent down and saluted. Immediately, he glanced at the other party carefully, and asked tentatively: "I don't know which ministry the boss is in the court, after all, the subordinate has a humble status and doesn't recognize you." ”
"Actually, you have seen the old man in the court today, but the old man didn't say anything, I guess you can't remember me." The old man smiled: "It's also the old man's negligence, and he hasn't told you my identity all the time." It doesn't hurt to tell you now, the old man's surname is Hu Minghu, and he is now the secretary of the Ministry of Officials in the DPRK. ”
"Hu Hui......" Lu Zhen subconsciously said lightly, and then showed a look of surprise.