Deng She's third cup of wine did not respect Wenhuaguo, but respected Hong Jixun.

This move not only surprised Ji Zongzhou, Yan Zhixi and others, but also made Hong Jixun not expect. In the hall, which was supposed to be quiet, someone began to whisper. Ji Zongzhou glanced at Hong Jixun quietly, and saw the candlelight jumping, reflecting on his face, and the shadows and lights were intertwined.

Hong Jixun didn't take the wine glass in Deng She's hand, he picked up his own cup, and said loudly: "Stick to the credit of Yidu, the minister doesn't dare to take it."

"When Chahan came, it was also menacing, Shandong was shaken, and Yidu was frightened. If you don't have the lord in danger and be calm and comfortable, not afraid of danger and command as you wish, even if you have ten ministers, you can't resist Chahan's blow. On the merits of this battle, how dare the minister compare with the lord? Moreover, in this battle of Yidu, the ministers only came up with a three-tael strategy, to defeat the enemy and win, and kill people in battle, but it was all the credit of the generals. The credit of Shouyidu, the minister did not dare to receive it. This cup of wine, the ministers are willing to pay tribute to the lord and the generals. ”

"Why do you want to quit, sir?

"In the past, Han Gao Dingding, rewarded meritorious heroes, with Zhang Liang 10,000 households, Xiao He 8,000 households, although they were civil ministers, their merits were the first among the generals. The generals were very dissatisfied, thinking that they were stubborn, conquering cities and conquering cities, and working hard, but why did they make contributions to Zhang and Xiao? Zhang Liang is okay, but he can be regarded as strategizing; What is Xiao He's merit? can be the first of the heroes! It's looking for Henkel to reason. Henkel added:

"'Do you know how to hunt? Know the hounds? Husband hunting, chasing and killing beasts and rabbits, dogs, and people who send traces to indicate the beasts. Today, all the kings and disciples can get the ears of beasts, and the dogs are also good. As for Xiao He, the trace is indicated, and the meritorious person is also. ’

"Now I am talking about Haidong, and now I am talking about this battle, then Mr. will make decisions on the spot and win thousands of miles, which can be described as my son's room. Yaogong Town Haidong, protect my rear, provide feeds, endlessly, can be described as my Xiao He. Wen Pingzhang even tens of thousands of troops, defeated Chahan, and the whole of me was in the realm, which can be described as my Han Xin. The three of you are the 'meritorious men' who fought for this. As for the generals Zhao, Tong, Zhang, Liu, Li, Bi, Yang, and Guo, 'can get beasts', although they have made some merits, they are just 'meritorious dogs'.

"This glass of wine must be drunk by the gentleman.

"Also, since Yongping started the army, Sir and I have been very helpful! Everyone sees it. If I hadn't had a map of the twin cities, I wouldn't have Liaodong. If it weren't for my husband's plan to pacify Goryeo, I would have no Haedong. This time is the same, if it weren't for the advice of Mr. to stick to Yidu, I wouldn't have kept the land. Great work sir! All the work of the gentleman! Who can compare with Haidong?

"Therefore, this glass of wine is not only for Mr. Jing's contribution to this battle, but also for Mr. Jing's hard work all the time!" Deng She's words were sincere and affectionate, and when he finished speaking, he turned around and asked everyone in the hall, "Gentlemen, come on, should Mr. Hong drink this cup of wine?" ”

In the hall of dozens of people, it turned from whispering to silence. Zhao Guo attended first, knelt on the ground, raised the wine glass above his head, and said: "As the lord said, Mr. Hong's merits are superior, and this glass of wine must be drunk by Mr." The lower officials are courageous, and they are willing to persuade the Lord to invite the gentleman to drink. ”

Wen Huaguo's eyes rolled around a few times, and he looked at the faces of Deng She and Hong Jixun, and he didn't know what he was thinking, so he immediately stepped out of his position.

He is not as good as Zhao, and his official position is not much different from Hong Jixun, he is considered to be at the same level, so he did not bow down, only walked in front of Hong Jixun, and also picked up the wine glass, stretched out his hand and patted Hong Jixun's shoulder, and laughed: "Mr. Hong, I also have the courage to persuade the lord." Please drink this wine! ”

As soon as the two of them took the lead, Wen Ru Ji Zongzhou, Yan Zhixi, Zhang Yu, Luo Lilang, Wu Ru Zhang Ji'er, Deng Chengzhi, Guo Conglong, also all served wine or knelt down, and they all said loudly: "The ministers are also courageous, and they are willing to persuade the Lord to drink!" ”

On a huge hall, kneeling down one piece, only a few people stood among them, Deng She, Hong Jixun, and Wen Huaguo, as if standing out from the crowd. The red candle was feverish, and the night outside the hall was getting darker. There is a wind coming from the north, rolling the bamboo forest, plum trees, and sometimes there is a faint fragrance attacking, with a cold and bitter cold.

The seat where Liu Guo was sitting was not too far from the hall door, and he was not wearing very thick clothes, and he was blown by the wind, and he almost shivered. However, although his body was cold, he was happy in his heart, knelt on the ground, and thought, "I know that the lord values Mr. Hong." But unexpectedly, it was valued to such an extent! ”

Deng She smiled, didn't look at the kneeling crowd, only looked at Hong Jixun. Hong Jixun was silent for a moment, picked up the wine, and said: "In this case, the lord is very loving, although the minister is afraid, he does not dare to let it again." "Drink it all.

"Haha!"

Deng She also accompanied the wine in the cup, held the wine glass in his right hand, threw down his left hand, grabbed the sleeve of his robe, signaled to the ministers, and said: "Sir, drink the glass of wine, gentlemen, get up." ......, three glasses of wine, the night party begins! "Tell the steward," the church sang and danced! ......, ladies and gentlemen, these singers and dancers were originally brought from Goryeo. All of them have been carefully trained and their skills are extraordinary! After the cold winter, there will be spring. In this battle, everyone has worked hard. Tonight, don't get drunk or disperse! ”

The music is singing, and the songs and dances are composed. Everyone got up and returned to their seats, and they all agreed with a bang.

Deng She took Hong Jixun's hand and said with a smile: "If you don't get drunk tonight, it's not just about the generals, but also about the gentleman!" ......, just now I only saluted Mr. and didn't care about others. The two-month fierce battle, regardless of civil and military, was very hard. Come, come, Mr. and Wen Pingzhang will accompany me, and then go and toast with the princes! ”

Without waiting for Hong Jixun to answer, he handed the wine glass to the maid, pulled Hong Jixun with one hand and Wen Huaguo with the other, and came to the left seat first to serve wine to the generals. Under Wenhua Kingdom, the first one is Zhao Guo.

Deng She didn't have to say anything more with him, he only taught the wine glass to be full, toasted two glasses in a row, and said with a smile: "Good things come in pairs." Ah Guo, you guarded Huashan, fought fiercely with Wang Baobao for more than a month, with a small number of enemies, and tried to ensure that the defense line was not lost, and avoided Wang Baobao and Chahan Lianjun, which was of great benefit to me.

"......, in the first battle of Changbai Mountain, seeing that the battle was unfavorable, he dared to make a decisive decision, withdrew his troops in the middle of the road, and joined forces with Wen Pingzhang in advance, which not only saved my elite for thousands of years from being destroyed, but also strengthened the momentum of reinforcements, on the one hand, it made the Changbai Mountain defense line more stable, and on the other hand, it posed a threat to Chahan in Yidu. The reason why Chahan took the initiative to retreat so quickly is also due to you.

"All kinds of means of using troops are remarkable! I am very relieved. However, now that Chahan has retreated, the war cannot be regarded as stopping. In the foreseeable future, there will be even more fierce battles. Two sentences for you: It is advisable to chase the poor bravely, and not to sell the name of the overlord. Keep up the good work! ”

Zhao Guo replied respectfully: "Yes." ”

Deng She nodded, told him to sit down, and went to toast everyone below, walked a few steps, turned his head, and said casually as if he remembered it temporarily: "Ah Shui recently learned to make a new porridge, which is said to come from our hometown. I've tasted it a few times, and I've never heard of it before, but it really tastes like the soup you used to drink when I was a kid. When the table is dispersed, you don't have to rush to leave. I have already instructed Ah Shui to make more so that I can use it to decorate the wine. You also stay and taste. ”

"Yes."

After explaining to Zhao Guo, the next toast should have been Tong Shengyang. It is said that his military position is still slightly lower than that of Zhang Xia'er, but because of his relationship with Deng She's righteous brother, his seat is ahead of Zhang Jie'er. However, when Deng She came to his table, he did not stop, but only smiled and said: "You and my brother, my own family, do not serve wine, but look outside." 'Public first, then private. 'You can stay later, and when the banquet is gone, I have another family feast, so let's drink it again!' Luckily? ”

Tong Shengfu is not allowed. Not only did I agree, but I was also very happy. In the battle of Changbai Mountain, he was defeated, and he was already nervous, lest Deng She would reprimand him in front of his ministers. Although Deng She did not serve him wine, he was willing to leave him to participate in the family banquet, and his uneasiness was suddenly emptied, and he relaxed a lot. Stood respectfully, watching Dun She move to the next seat.

Further down, it's Zhang Xiao'er.

Deng Shexian was not in a hurry to toast him, with an appreciative gaze, looked up and down for a long time, laughed loudly, and said: "I gave you an iron spear and a red face that day, but I didn't expect you to have today's merits!" With only thousands of athletes, 500 miles long, first take Laizhou, then break the enemy's siege, and then rush to the aid of Yidu. There really isn't any other word to describe you than to be overwhelming. ......, drink this cup to the fullest! ”

Zhang Ji'er was modest and didn't dare, smiled at Wen Huaguo, and then bowed slightly to Hong Jixun, raised his neck, and drank it all in one gulp.

With the respect of the lord, Deng She served wine to his subordinates, and the courtesy was very good. There are naturally not too many courtiers who can receive this courtesy. Next, most of the generals only received warm words and toasted treatment, and only a few generals such as Guo Conglong played a decisive role. It's just that it's all a cup to the end. No one can be like Zhao Guo, who can get the special opportunity of toasting two glasses.

I turned around and came to the messenger's seat. Deng She first talked to Wang He and Meng Youde for a few words, and after a while, he named Fu Youde and said with a smile: "General Fu, stick to the battle of Yidu, you have contributed a lot to this king." First, there was a tunnel battle, and then there was a breakthrough attack on the enemy. More slashed the Tartar warrior Xiao Bailang. To talk about military exploits alone, it is still above Li and Bi. He took the wine jug from the maid's hand, filled the wine glass himself, and said, "The most I salute is Ah Guo, two glasses of wine." You, three cups of drink! ”

Wang He and Meng Youde's faces changed.

Wang He turned his face with a strange expression, looked at Meng Youde, and then at Fu Youde. Meng Youde laughed dryly twice and said, "The inferior was originally ordered by the lord to come to Jin to see the king. coincided with the invasion of Chahan, our two countries have the same hatred and hatred, although there is a little bit of help, how dare you be such a king with such courtesy? I really don't dare to deserve it. ......, Master Fu, why don't you thank the king? Wine, it's free. ”

"You can't say that. If you don't drink this wine, it's not enough to show the king's heart. ”

"So let's just have a drink."

"No, it doesn't. Why does this king want to pay tribute to General Fu for three cups? But it is famous. ”

"I want to hear about it."

"As you say, I and your lord are two countries. But Chahan, the seed of the Tartars, is the common enemy of our Han people. This first cup is not for General Fu, but for my Han heroes! ”

As soon as the big hat was buttoned down, Meng Youde didn't dare to say anything, but he still resigned and refused to ask Fu Youde to drink. Wen Huaguo was annoyed, and snorted: "My lord respects General Fu as a hero, but you are pushing and procrastinating like this here, which is not refreshing enough, and you don't know how to lift?" Or do you think this wine is bad? ”

Helpless, Meng Youde had to let go, but he still insisted and said, "Just this glass." Fu Youde got up, took his first glass, and drank it all. Wen Huaguo asked: "But I don't know why the second cup of wine of the lord is respected?" ”

Deng She said with a smile: "General Fu will help me defend the city in Haidong, and I will benefit all of them." This second cup of wine is for the people of Yidu. Meng Youde was stunned and said: "Nothing is lost, thanks to the power of the king and Haidong Toshihiko." The inferior is just a foreign messenger, how dare he be greedy for merit? ”

To say that the lords and fathers of other countries came to toast, this should have been a big face, which was a good thing, and it contributed to the prestige of the Western Han Dynasty. Why did Meng Youde repeatedly excuse himself? It's not because of anything else, it's because Deng She has been too close to Fu Youde for a while.

He lives in the same place as Fu Youde, how can he not know Deng She's behavior of deliberately wooing Fu Youde? If Fu Youde was really co-opted by Deng She, then the current toast would not be to give face to the Western Han Dynasty, but to shame. The messenger sent out was the spokesman of the lord. Instead of completing the task, he was co-opted by foreign countries. What's the matter? Is it to show the whole world that Chen Youliang is not as good as Deng She?

Hong Jixun said: "Those who make meritorious contributions are beneficial to the people and work hard." Now in Yidu City, the people have already spread the deeds of General Fu who broke the enemy in the tunnel and beheaded the generals. It can be said that it is beneficial to me, meritorious and hardworking. Meng Envoy, why bother to resign? General Fu, please! ”

"This ,......, absolutely not! Master Fu,......。 ”

Wen Huaguo became anxious again, and shouted: "My lord toasts himself to the old man, and he is not for you." How often have you stirred things up from it? Outrageous! ”

Wang He, who was on the side, said with a smile: "Wen Pingzhang is reasonable. ”

It's not that he didn't see Deng She's intentions, it's just that Zhu Yuanzhang and Chen You are at odds, and Zhu Yuanzhang and Deng She are both Song Chen, so he is naturally happy to see it. A light and clever sentence, fanning the flames. Meng Youde came up in a hurry and reached out to cover the wine glass on the table. Without waiting for him to cover it, Fu Youde had already picked it up and said, "Lord Hong's praise, I dare not take it." His Royal Highness's kindness did not dare to refuse. "It's all over again.

"Master Fu, you!"

Deng She smiled at Meng Youde, picked up the third glass of wine with his own hands, and handed it to Fu Youde. Meng Youde held back his anger and asked, "Dare to ask the king, what is this third cup of wine?" Deng She smiled slightly and said, "This third glass of wine, there is nothing to say. Purely for me I want to respect the general. Please drink. ”

What is "Pure I Want to Honor the General"? Naked solicitation! Meng Youde's face changed greatly, and he watched Fu Youde take the wine glass, and heard him say: "Your Highness is kind, I dare not refuse." "Drink it all again.

Deng She's repulsion of Chahan, although it is not a big victory, but it must be known that Chahan has rarely been defeated since the beginning of the army. Haidong was able to force him back in this two-month-long fierce battle, which is already a remarkable achievement. During this period, Deng She's perseverance in the face of danger and the resourcefulness and courage of the Haidong ministers left a deep impression on Fu Youde. More importantly, through this time, he heard and understood that Deng Sheren loves people, but whoever uses people, he will not care about relatives and relatives, and he will reuse his talents if he has talents.

Fu Youde is a person who thinks very highly of himself, and earlier in Li Xixi's account, he was the champion of all armies. After Li Xixi was defeated, he was under the command of Ming Yuzhen and Chen Youliang, but he was never reused. was already depressed. Now, not only seeing the power of Haidong, but also understanding Deng She's personality, whether it is for glory and wealth, or for the realization of ambitions, of course he can't ask for Deng She's solicitation, and he will not refuse it.

Of course, there are other reasons for this. For example, Deng She deliberately deliberately provoked his relationship with Meng Youde repeatedly, including not avoiding Meng Youde's face and repeatedly showing favor to him. This is actually a way to cut off his back road. Fu Youde was not allowed to be reused by Chen Youliang, and he went to Yidu once, but he was favored by Deng She in a different way. Just imagine, even if he rejected Deng She, when he returned to Jiangdu, would Meng Youde not report to Chen Youliang? What will Chen Youliang do when he learns about it? Go without saying.

Do you want to say that Fu Youde hesitated? I really hesitated. There have been twice. Previously, he hesitated whether Haidong would win, but after Chahan retreated, he hesitated about his family members who stayed in Jiangdu.

He has been in the army for a long time, and although he has not married the main family, there are still a lot of concubines. There are also those who are favored by him. If he votes for Haidong, the concubines will definitely have to stay in the Western Han Dynasty. Chen Youliang's character will be retributed, and in a fit of anger, nine times out of ten they will be beheaded, or they will be distributed to those in armor as slaves. When I think about it occasionally, I am really a little reluctant. But then again, how should the wife be in charge? Fame can only be achieved right away! For the sake of fame and ambition, these can only be ignored.

Since the banquet, Deng She has rewarded the heroes and subdued Fu Youde. If the former still has some intrigue meaning, the latter is really refreshing.

When he saw Fu Youde drink the third glass of wine, he was overjoyed, lost Hong Jixun and Wen Huaguo, probed the seat, grabbed Fu Youde's hand, and said with a smile: "Although I have known the general for a short time, I can assert that the general is by no means a thing in the pool!" Let's go, go back with me, chairman, let's drink with my arms again, and we'll be happy! ”

Of course, Fu Youde is not a thing in the pool. Since coming to this era, Fu Youde has been the first "acquaintance" Deng She has seen. After two months of water grinding effort, doing everything possible to show goodwill, even the discord plan was used, and finally the good generals were like-minded. He was overjoyed.

Perhaps, this move will cause Chen Youliang's dissatisfaction. However, "long-distance friendship and close attack", Chen Youliang is very far away from Haidong's territory, and no matter how angry he is, he is beyond the reach of the whip for the time being. Moreover, Deng She can boldly conclude that as long as Zhu Yuanzhang is in the middle, as long as the war between Zhu Yuanzhang and Chen Youliang does not stop, let alone win over a Fu Youde, even if Meng Youde stays, what can he do? Chen Youliang is also a heroic figure, with a grand plan, for the overall situation, for the sake of the vertical and horizontal, in the face of the increasingly strong Zhu Yuanzhang, in order to get the union of Haidong, he can only suffer this dumb loss. As for what Haidong should do at that time, whether to unite with him or not, it naturally depends on the situation.

In other words, Deng She's leaving Fu Youde seems to have offended Chen Youliang, but in fact, it has nothing to do with the overall situation.

At the same time, on the other hand, Deng She's doing this is actually a kind of show of favor to Zhu Yuanzhang. Why did Wang He and others come to Yidu? Isn't it just to show goodwill to Haidong in order to form an alliance? Deng She left Fu Youde, which was equivalent to rejecting Chen Youliang in disguise. Wang He can see the whole process clearly. When he went back, he told Zhu Yuanzhang that Zhu Yuanzhang's impression of Haidong would naturally be different.

So, for now, although Deng She has this intention, does he really want to be friends with Zhu Yuanzhang? It doesn't matter. What is needed now is to make a good impression on Zhu Yuanzhang. In the end, although Chen Youliang is far away from Haidong, Zhu Yuanzhang's territory is not far from Yi, and more importantly, his territory is not far from Chahan. In the face of the strong enemy Chahan, it is of course better to get more help than to get less. Moreover, showing favor to Zhu Yuanzhang is actually related to Zhang Shicheng. Zhang Shicheng is also close to Yidu, but this involves future diplomacy, and there is no need to say much about it now.

Wooing a Fu Youde is not only a good general, but also a future alliance. Kill more than one stone.

Deng She led Fu Youde and turned to the main seat, only after a few drinks, he heard the noise under the table, and raised his eyes to look.