After inviting Han Lie, Gu Yong, and Dian Wei to sit in the lobby, when Zhang Fen left, he saluted to express his unaccompaniment, and then returned to the back hall and greeted Mrs. Zhang.

After a while, Mrs. Zhang, accompanied by Zhang Fen and another teenager, stepped into the lobby. Mrs. Zhang, who is over the age of sixties, has a really good complexion, a calm and powerful pace, and she is a healthy person at first glance.

"The old Zhang family pays a visit to General Han." With Zhang Fen's support, when Mrs. Zhang saw Han Lie sitting on her left, she knelt down and saluted.

"Old lady, please get up quickly, Lie came to visit the old lady this time, and An Neng received a great gift from the old lady." Han Lie hurriedly stepped forward, held Old Madam Zhang's arm, and said apologetically: "I take the liberty to come, I hope that Old Madam will not be surprised." ”

"General Han, a young hero, and Chen Situ's grandson, that is a family, where did you take the liberty to say it." Facing the dignified and gentle Han Lie, Mrs. Zhang also had a good impression of Han Lie, and her tone was full of kindness.

After Mrs. Zhang sat down, the maid in the house also served tea and soup, and Mrs. Zhang said to Zhang Fen beside her while signaling Han Lie to ask for convenience: "Anan, go and get your uncle back, and the little heir will also go together, just say that the old man said it." ”

"Yes, grandmother." Zhang Fen and another teenager hurriedly bowed down and answered.

The little heir in Mrs. Zhang's mouth, although his face was full of immaturity, he looked younger than Zhang Fen, although he was wearing Confucian clothes, but he had a sword hanging from his waist, it was obvious that this young man had not only learned the Five Classics, but also studied the Six Arts.

The face is somewhat similar to Zhang Fenzhi, with a square face and white face, beautiful and thick eyebrows, clear and bright eyes, and his body is only slightly shorter than Zhang Fen.

From Zhang Fenzhi's eyes to the young man, Han Lie had already found self-confidence, it was obvious that Zhang Zhao must have talked about himself many times at home, otherwise these two boys would definitely not be curious about themselves.

And just as Zhang Fen and the two went out, Gu Yong, who was at the head of the group, saw that Han Lie seemed to be interested in this young man, so he stepped forward and whispered: "Lord, that is Zhang Zibu's eldest son Zhang Cheng, although this son is young, he has become famous among the scholars. ”

Han Lie bowed slightly, expressing his understanding, and then said to the old lady Zhang: "When the younger generation was young, because of the hardships of his parents and ancestors, he was not very familiar with the ancestors in the family. ”

"I have never seen Lord Chen Situ, but my husband said that when I was young and studying in Tancheng, I had the honor to study under Chen Situ for a year, and I also had the friendship of teachers and students, and then because Chen Situ went to Beijing, and the early death of my husband, this relationship was broken, but my husband's kindness to Lord Chen's teachings was always in my heart, and before I died, I did not forget to ask Zibu to repay the kindness of his teacher for him when he grew up." When Mrs. Zhang said this, her eyes couldn't help but moisten slightly because she recalled the past.

From the expression of Mrs. Zhang's feelings, it should be seen that this passage should be true and can stand scrutiny. Zhang Zhao's family is from a Pengcheng scholar family in Xuzhou, so he naturally has the conditions to be taught a lesson, and Han Lie's maternal grandfather Chen Tan is also a native of Donghai, Xuzhou, and Chen Tan was famous in his early years, and when he was young, he was famous for his talent and learning, and successively served as a doctor and a county official in Donghai County, and then he was promoted to Luoyang, the capital division.

Therefore, when Zhang Zhao's father was young, he went to study in the state and was instructed by Chen Tan, whether it was time or place, it was possible.

Hearing that the Zhang family still had this relationship with his grandfather, Han Lie sighed with emotion, got up from the donkey down the slope and said, "As the old lady said, then we are really a family, and the younger generation should salute to the aunt." ”

In the face of Han Lie's respectful attitude, Mrs. Zhang was moved and delighted, and hurriedly stepped forward to take Han Lie's hand and said with a look of love: "Over the years, you must have suffered a lot, right?" ”

"It's not bitter, it's that I often miss my mother and grandmother, and sometimes I always think that it would be nice if they were all alive now." Han Lie's words are not hypocritical excuses, but he really remembered that he was a person in his two lives, both of whom lost their relatives at a young age, and sometimes they were inevitably sentimental, but they usually hid their emotions in front of people, but this would face the kind and friendly Mrs. Zhang, but they couldn't help but feel a little warmth of their family.

"Ugh." The old lady obviously understood Han Lie's feelings, and her eyes showed a little doting on her children and grandchildren.

"Auntie, I don't know why, when I see you, I feel very cordial, I wonder if the younger generation can often come to see you and listen to your teachings in the future?" Han Lie collected his feelings and asked sincerely.

"Why not, it's rare that you don't dislike me as an old woman, and you are willing to come to visit me, this is the honor of the old body." Old Madam Zhang already had a good impression of Han Lie, and when she heard his words, she nodded again and again.

When she learned that Han Lie not only did not even have an heir, but also did not even marry his wife, Mrs. Zhang said with concern: "Ziyang, you are now a general, and you are not young, not only should you get married early, but you should also have more children and heirs, this is the right reason, I see that you are surrounded by some rough people, it seems that your aunt has to handle this matter for you." ”

Gu Yong and Dian Wei, who were sitting at the bottom, saw that Han Lie and Mrs. Zhang had chatted as a family in a short period of time, and they also talked about marriage and family affairs.

On the contrary, Gu Yong was in awe of Han Lie's eloquence and posture, he had been to Zhang's Mansion a few times, but he was afraid that in the eyes of Old Madam Zhang, he was no different from an ordinary person, and he also treated Old Madam Zhang with the same courtesy as his elders in the past, so he was a familiar stranger at best.

But the scene in front of him made him realize that the charm of Han Lie also made him firmly believe that with the speculative harmony between Han Lie and Old Madam Zhang today, even if Zhang Zhao had no intention of serving, he would definitely not be able to refuse Old Madam Zhang's request.

In fact, as Gu Yong expected, when night came, before arranging for her subordinates to prepare a dinner party, Zhang Zhao, who returned in a robe, was called by Mrs. Zhang as soon as she entered the house, and said with a serious face: "Zibu, although you are older, but my nephew Yang is Wenda in front, and now he is also protecting the Han family, and has achieved a meritorious career, and needs the assistance of some talented people, and it is rare that Ziyang values it, and comes to hire him, you must not refuse, and you must also assist with all your heart, Otherwise, don't blame the old man for not recognizing your son. ”

In the face of his mother's snatching of white, Zhang Zhao, who didn't even have time to perform the ceremony, embarrassedly confessed to Han Lie, and then bowed to the old mother: "Mother's order, the son does not dare to disobey, and in the future, he must assist the lord with his heart." ”

Then, under the satisfied gaze of the old lady, Zhang Zhao turned to Han Lie and saluted: "Minister Zhang Zhao, thank you for the kindness of the lord, and I will definitely follow the work of dogs and horses to repay the kindness of the lord." ”

"Mr. Zibu, please get up." Han Lie hurriedly stepped forward, helped Zhang Zhao up, and said with a happy face: "Today, Zibu will help, such as Gaozu Xiao Heye." ”

As soon as Han Lie's words came out, everyone in the hall was shocked, these words not only had a rebellious heart, but also had the meaning of arrogance, if in the peaceful and prosperous times, the general who led the army said this, the result would inevitably be to be punished for sin.

But now Han Lie's words, although everyone felt a little inappropriate, but at the same time, their hearts were not very happy, the meaning of these words was obviously to show that Han Lie had the ambition to achieve the great cause of the king.

Gaozu He Xu people, the founding emperor of the Han Dynasty Liu Bang, and Xiao He is the third master of the early Han Dynasty, the most convinced by Liu Bang, every time there is a war, Xiao He is responsible for guarding the rear, pacifying the people, supplying food, and preparing military equipment, which can be described as a great contribution.

Now Han Lie compares Zhang Zhao to Xiao He, and while expressing his ambitions, he also gives the highest affirmation to Zhang Zhao, so that Zhang Zhao, who is not confused after the age and has always been in a calm mood, can't help but change color and bow again: "The subordinates are afraid, and they are so praised by the lord, I am afraid it is difficult to accept this trust." ”

"Haha, Mr. Zibu is too modest." Han Lie laughed heartily, and turned to Mrs. Zhang: "Auntie, I smell the fragrance of the food in the house, is it time to serve it?" ”

"I'm happy today, the old body also has to violate the rules, and I should respect my son and raise a glass of wine. But before that, the old body had to cook a specialty dish for Ziyang and treat my good nephew well. Seeing that her son and Han Lie fell in love at first sight, Mrs. Zhang was also overjoyed at the moment, and hurriedly turned around and went to the back kitchen.

"Today's mother is so happy, it seems that it is all the credit of the lord, and the minister is grateful." Seeing his mother so happy, Zhang Zhao was relieved, and after expressing his gratitude, he seemed to remember something, and hurriedly said to the son of the next head, "Ah Hei, please go to the church quickly." ”

"Don't ask Brother Lao Zibu, I've been waiting outside the door for a long time." Just as Zhang Zhao's words fell, Zhang Fen walked in with a young scholar in a Confucian robe.

"The lord, the position is Huaiyin Buqi, Buzi Mountain, is a rare young talent, so I am specially recommended to know the lord." When Zhang Zhao gestured to the young man, he introduced his identity to Han Lie.

"Meet General Han, Master Gu." The step forward to greet him was humble and not flattering, but it did show his extraordinary bearing.

"The name of Zishan, I have already heard Yuan Si mention it, I originally planned to visit Mr. tomorrow morning, I don't want to meet unexpectedly today, but it is a happy event." After Han Lie returned the salute, he smiled and invited him to sit down.

"This can be sitting, but there is one thing, in the next need for the general to express, although I am shallow, but I have the heart to achieve a meritorious career, so a few days ago I heard that the general is recruiting talents, I am not talented, I went to take the exam, dare to ask the general how to arrange for me and other people to take the exam?" Bu Qi was outside the lobby just now, and he had already heard Han Lie's words in the lobby, and he didn't feel anything excessive about Han Lie's ambition and recognition of Zhang Zhao.

Especially for the recruitment of talents, Bu Qi is even more recognized, as a scholar in the middle of the family, Bu Qi in Wu County in recent years not only had a bad time, on the contrary, it is very difficult, but he has always maintained a calm state of mind, humbly seeking advice, and studying hard, which won Zhang Zhao's respect, so that not only with Zhang Zhao has a teacher-student friendship, but also with Zhang Zhao's son Zhang Cheng has also become a close friend, which is also the reason why he can often haunt Zhang Zhao's mansion.

But as for the Magi recruited by the recruits, how to distinguish and use them, Bu Qi was still quite looking forward to it, so he couldn't wait to think about it and listen to Han Lie's opinion.

Facing Bu Qi's inquiry, Han Lie smiled kindly: "Zishan's question is very good, which shows that he recognizes this recruitment and has his own ideas. Then what I want to answer is that recruiting talents is not for show, not for me to establish a reputation personally, but to choose talented people for the country, and to entrust them with important responsibilities, govern the counties and counties, and make the people live and work in peace and contentment. ”

"Yuan Si recommended Mr. Zishan to me this morning, saying that Mr. Zishan's talent is ten times better, in my opinion, this is an exaggeration, after all, Yuan Si's ability to know, I know, but since Yuan Si said this, then I can be sure of one thing, that is, Mr. Zishan's talent and ability, should be no worse than Yuan Si, there is this stark contrast, I naturally have a shot in my heart, I should know how to appoint Zishan's position, as for other Magi, I can't go to screen and meet one by one, then this needs to be like Yuan Si, Or Zibu is so conspiratorial to carry it out, I don't know what I said, can Zishan be satisfied? ”

After listening to Han Lie's words, especially the novel words in Han Lie's mouth, such as showmanship, although it was straightforward, it was a refreshing feeling to hear Zhang Zhao, Gu Yong, and Buqi.

"Where the grass people are reckless, I hope the general will not blame, if General Meng does not give up, he is willing to follow the work of dogs and horses." After stepping his head, he shook his skirt and knelt on the ground to bow.

"Zishan, please get up quickly, you have to be valued, and it is an honor." Han Lie hurriedly knelt down and sat up straight, stretched out his hand to signal him to get up and take a seat, and said, "Yuan sigh, how about letting Zishan be your deputy, how about taking the position of Wu Jun Juncheng?" ”

"If Zishan is willing to give in, the subordinates are welcome." Facing Han Lie's new words for his deputy that popped up again, Gu Yong was stunned, his eyes were full of sincerity, and he looked at Buqi and issued an invitation.

"Thank you for your trust, and the ministers will fulfill their duties and solve problems for Lord Gu." Bu Qi was just about to take his seat, when he heard that Han Lie had actually let him take the position of Wu Jun Juncheng, he was moved, and hurriedly bowed down again in response.

"Zishan's talent and ability, serving as the county governor, I know that there are still some grievances, but nothing can be done in one step, although your current position is the position of the county officer, but you must also be responsible for the affairs of the county governor's mansion, originally the county lieutenant was Chen Jiao was in charge, and now he has other things, and now I also lack talents under my account, so I will no longer arrange manpower." And Han Lie's next words made Bu Qi feel a heavy sense of trust, and a kind of heartfelt respect arose.

The position of Wu Jun Juncheng, second only to the county lieutenant, is the third in command in the county, which is already a high position for Bu Qi, who is just in his early twenties, and he is already very satisfied with being able to hold this position, but Han Lie asked him to take over the affairs of the county lieutenant's mansion, which means that as long as he does this well, he can sit on the post of county lieutenant in the next step, which is already a high-ranking official in the current dynasty.

According to the rank of officials in the Han Dynasty, the rank of the county commander was 600 stones, while the rank of the county lieutenant was more than 2,000 stones, and the county code was 2,000 stones.

"Lord, such a heavy burden, the subordinates are worried that it is really difficult to bear, and ask the lord to take back his life." After the initial surprise, all that was left was panic, although he was self-sustaining and had achieved success, but all of a sudden he had obtained such a high position, he was somewhat worried for a while, afraid that he would live up to Han Lie's trust in him, so he hurriedly resigned.

"Mr. Zibu, what do you think?" Han Lie did not answer Bu Qi's refusal, but set his sights on Zhang Zhao.

"Zishan has talent, and it is also appropriate to take on this position, but he is in a high position for the first time, and it is inevitable that he will not be able to cover everything, I think he can allocate some manpower, well, that is, the deputy assistant that the lord said." Zhang Zhao thought about it and said slowly, he paused just now, obviously thinking that the word deputy that Han Lie said earlier was obviously easier to understand, so he said it. (To be continued.) )