Before danger comes, the experienced old fox can always smell it in the wind.

"Recently, it seems that Hongji and Zhongjian are hot!" Tang Gong Xingyuan, Chen Yanshou, known as the first strategist of the Li Mansion, put a letter on the bookcase and sighed in a low voice.

There are many large and small letters on the bookcase, some of which are from the DPRK and China, and they seem to be just some courtesy greetings. Some are from the military, and their words are full of respect. Some are contained in black wooden boxes, which are special messages collected by the Li family from special channels, and almost every letter is related to the rise and fall of the family.

At this moment, what is in Chen Yanshou's hand is a reply letter from his colleagues in the DPRK and China. A key person politely expressed his gratitude to Tang Gong after receiving the gift. After sprinkling hundreds of words of praise for the noble family background of the master and the righteousness and wealth of the people, Yu casually mentioned at the end of the letter that several great generals had recently written to His Majesty one after another, protecting a general surnamed Liu and a lieutenant surnamed Li in the army to protect the grain, and implored His Majesty the Emperor to transfer the two into their army to serve the country.

"Brother Shude has a good eye for talents, promotes strong men in the ranks, and argues from the dust. When the younger brother heard it, he was also impressed......" Just a few lines of words gave this ordinary letter the value of entering the black box.

"Put this letter away, and find someone to send a thousand-year-old ginseng envelope that I bought from the Yan people to Master Pei. By the way, ask him, when does Your Majesty estimate it will arrive, let's prepare the royal tent for Your Majesty in advance! Li Yuan shook his head with a wry smile and commanded in a low voice.

Someone wants to poach Hongji and Zhongjian, in last year's battle of Liaodong, the 800 grain guards were the only bright spot on the dark battlefield. The generals are not stupid, they know what kind of warriors they need under their command. Those big families are also very smart, the Li family is now in decline and can't afford to raise Qianliju, so they just happened to come over and take Qianliju under their door. As for whether to pull the cart or push the mill after taking this thousand-mile horse, that is a matter after getting it, and the owners of the big and small families will not consider it for the time being.

It's not Hiroki and Asahiko's fault, everyone here is soberly aware of this. But it was uncomfortable to watch two promising young men poached by other families and unable to do anything about it.

"Don't worry about Hongji, he's already a cavalry general. Long live even if there is a reward, it will not exalt him too high. The grain and grass in Huaiyuan Town need to be protected, so Banzai has to leave Hongji under Tang Gong for the time being! Ma Yuangui sighed and analyzed in a low voice. It was Zhong Jian who needed to find a way, and according to the reports of his subordinates, since he returned to the barracks, five or six generals had invited him to drink. The Yuwen family and the Xue family also came to the door in person to thank him for saving his life! ”

"He is indeed kind to the two families, and no one can blame anything for this kind of open-faced exchange!" Chen Yanshou frowned and commented.

"Yes, even if Zhong Jian's kindness is not expected to be reciprocated. Those people have to make a show for others to see, too! The eldest grandson Shunde's gaze swept over Li Jiancheng, faintly revealing a little disappointment.

"The problem is all with the son!" The eldest grandson, Shunde, thought silently. "If he and Liu Hongji advanced and retreated together at that time, instead of being timid and afraid of death, the Xue family and the Yuwen family should be grateful to the Li family at this moment. Even if Tang Gong didn't take the initiative to ask them for something in return, the relationship between the two sides would ease a bit. In the current situation where the Li family is struggling to move in the government and the opposition, two more strong reinforcements or two fewer opponents can be related to the life and death of the family. ”

But the prince fled back, and said that this was Liu Hongji's arrangement. As a vassal general of the Li family, could Liu Hongji put the young master in danger? Under the circumstances at that time, as the eldest son of the family, he had to show some courage and determination, and resolutely chose to live and die with his subordinates. In this way, not only can the soldiers return to their hearts, but also create a golden road for himself in the future. ”

"It's a pity that the son doesn't understand!" The eldest grandson Shunde looked at Li Jiancheng with a sad gaze. Not only did he not understand, but in the end, he didn't even keep his subordinates retreating. How many people's hearts have been chilled by that fire? Except for the dead soldiers who have followed them for many years, no staff member will be determined to serve a family master who can't even save their way out. People's prestige is strengthened by ability and means, not just by feelings. It's a pity that Li Jiancheng, who is the son of the world, doesn't understand all this! ”

Li Jiancheng's face slowly began to turn red, and he could feel the disappointment in the other party's heart from the gaze of the eldest grandson Shunde. It is true that he is responsible for the current passive situation, but he has done his best, and has been trying to make up for the relationship with Liu Hongji and Li Xu. Why can't these people see it, and why do these people always demand more!

"When I was having wine with Hongji and Zhongjian, I talked to them about their future choices!" Li Jiancheng cleared his throat and reported to everyone in a low voice. Hongji felt that it would not take long for the Li family to rise again. Zhong Jian also always said that his father had the grace of knowing him, and I think he will definitely reciprocate! ”

"Something in return!" The eldest grandson Shunde was so angry that he almost didn't bite his tongue. "Tang Gong, I think Zhong Jian has repaid your kindness, and now we must come up with some new benefits for him. Otherwise......."

"It would be nice if Zhongjian was Hongji! The position we were able to fight for at the beginning would have been higher! Ma Yuangui added depressedly. If Tang Gong had arranged a higher position for Li Xu that day, the big people who were trying to win him over would have considered whether their efforts were proportional to their gains. But now Li Xu is just a school captain, and several generals can promote him to the position of governor, general of the chariot cavalry, and even general of the five-rank tiger Benlang. Of course, the other party will also 'exactly' vacate a position suitable for Li Xu. The Great War is imminent, and His Majesty the Emperor will not pursue a general's minor violations. Moreover, Li Xu does have dazzling achievements.

"Except for personal feelings, there is really not much we can give Zhong Jian at the moment!" Tang Gong Li Yuan looked at everyone, shook his head and sighed.

He himself is now just a guard lieutenant Shaoqing, and let the young people who are not deeply connected give up their great prospects and follow him, Li Yuan asked himself if he didn't have this hope.

"We actually have chips in our hands that can hold Zhong Jian!" Chen Yanshou's words sounded a little bleak, "Zhong Jian is a person who values affection and righteousness......" He looked at Li Yuan and then at all the colleagues present, "It's just that this price is too big for Tang Gong?" ”

"Mr. Chen, you can't tarnish the reputation of the Li family with speculation!" Li Jiancheng stood up suddenly, blushing and pointing accusations. He knew what Chen Yanshou wanted to say, and he also knew that Li Xu had already secretly had feelings for Wan'er. But the Li Mansion can't marry his own daughter in order to hold a school captain. If this news spreads, won't all the clans with a similar status to the Li family laugh off their big teeth?

Chen Yanshou arched his hand to Li Jiancheng and apologized for his nonsense. "The subordinates are reckless, I hope the prince doesn't mind!"

"That's it, Mr. is also for the Li family!" After the impulse, Li Jiancheng also realized his gaffe, waved his hand, and said.

"It's not reckless, Zhong Jian does have admiration for the second lady. It's just that if Duke Tang agrees to this marriage, he will inevitably make the Chai family the enemy again! The eldest grandson Shunde stood up and cautiously and humbly suggested, "If you choose a concubine daughter to marry Zhong Jian, with Zhong Jian's future in the future, it may not be considered a humiliation for the Li family......

"Ying'er's age is about the same age as Wan'er!" Li Yuan let out a long sigh and said contemplatively. If Li Xu is asked to marry a daughter of his own, he will be branded by the Li family for the rest of his life. But at this time, the Li family sent someone to say goodbye, and the purpose was too obvious.

"I can send someone to bring Wan'er, she has a very similar temperament to Wan'er. But there may not be time in time, and Zhong Jian finally had a chance, but we let him give it up, which is a pity! Li Yuan continued. If you stand in Li Xu's point of view, will you give up your future for a marriage that you are not satisfied with? I'm afraid that even if I reluctantly agree, I will feel very sorry in my heart!

"Duke Tang can first press down on Zhong Jian's merits, or keep him for a period of time in the name of complicated affairs in the grain protection army. When Miss Ying'er arrived, let her get to know Zhong Jian first, and practice martial arts with the three of them. Then find an opportunity to tell him about Wan'er and Chai Shao's marriage. I think Zhong Jian is also smart, he should understand Tang Gong's hard work! The eldest grandson Shunde frowned and continued along his train of thought. After he accepts the marriage we arranged for him, Tang Gong will contact the old man to promote him to another place as an official, so ......"

"The problem is, that could be counterproductive!" Li Shimin, who was only qualified to observe, finally couldn't bear it anymore and said urgently. "If Zhong Jian really likes the second sister, he won't accept anyone else. His credit is so eye-catching, when others push up, let's press down, won't those people with ulterior motives reveal the details! ”

The eldest grandson, Shunde, was stunned for a moment and swallowed the second half of the suggestion. "The second son reminded me correctly, I was reckless!" He smiled and changed his words, his eyes thoughtful.

"If you want me to say, Zhong Jian is a person with ideas, and others may not be able to easily pull him over. The days to come are long, so why bother with this time. Li Shimin stood up and slowly said his thoughts.

"Yes, although this son comes from a humble background, his heart is firm and abnormal!" Chen Yanshou's eyes also began to brighten, and he smiled in agreement.

"Without any family support, he will soon become the target of public criticism! At that time, the Li family extended a helping hand again......." He thought in surprise, and the more he thought about it, the more he felt that the second son should not be underestimated.

"Shimin is right, Tang Gong might as well follow the previous book, and show the merits of General Liu and Captain Li in the battle of Liaodong one by one. Zhong Jian is a person who understands, and he will know that we are really planning for him! A smile slowly appeared on Ma Yuangui's face.

"But in that case, Zhong Jian will be transferred to another army!" Li Jiancheng reminded hesitantly. If he only stands from the perspective of a friend, he is very happy for Li Xu. But he is a prince and has to think about the whole family.

"Alright, alright!" Li Yuan waved his hand and interrupted the eldest son's verbosity, "According to Shimin's proposal, I will personally write a recital and ask for credit for Hongji and Zhongjian!" Turning his face, he looked at Li Jiancheng, who had an embarrassed expression, and added with a smile, "You still walk around with Hongji and Zhongjian, no matter where they go, after all, they are from our Li family." They have developed well, and they are also glorious to the Li family. Usually you care about them, if there is something difficult for the two of them, our Li family will try our best to help solve it. ”

"Yes!" Li Jiancheng got up and replied. Is my father going to let it go like this? He felt a little pity. But it's not bad to be friends with Zhong Jian all the time, this little guy is very righteous. There are not so many miscellaneous things in my heart, and I don't have to worry too much about talking to him.

"You can do whatever you like, don't worry about the adults!" Li Yuan smiled and nodded at his second son, admonishing. "But don't pull your second sister anymore, she's already old, and she can't mess around anymore!"

"Yes!" Li Shimin happily agreed. From his father's eyes, he saw a rare appreciation. 'It's just that the second sister ......' thought that he couldn't take Li Wan'er with him, and Li Shimin felt a little pity. The second sister is going to marry Chai Shao, and he knows this in his heart. But it's also true that the second sister likes to ride horses, hunt, practice martial arts, and chat with Zhong Jian!

"Will the second sister really like Brother Zhong Jian?" A thought suddenly flashed in the little one's heart, and he wanted to find an opportunity to ask for the answer. Not with any purpose, just for curiosity.

In the evening, Li Shimin went into Wan'er's room and exchanged the secrets of the day's deliberations for the answer from the second sister's mouth.

"Little ghost, don't chew your tongue." Li Wan'er poked her brother's finger and said with some annoyance. "Damn Master Chen, he knows something! How could I possibly like Zhong Jian, he can't even play polo. Stubborn, lazy, untidy clothes, and coaxing always feel that he has great ability! ”

Li Shimin couldn't help but open his mouth wide, is the second sister talking about Brother Zhong Jian, how does it sound that Brother Zhong Jian is not the same person in his eyes at all? In surprise, he saw that the corners of his second sister's eyes were red with anger, and tears rolled down her face, "Look at his demeanor, he doesn't look like a productive person at all." has no eyes, has a good face, and is not allowed to say anything wrong. For the sake of an official position, he forgot his promise in a blink of an eye, how can this kind of person compare with Chai Shao! Damn Master Chen, damn eldest grandson Shunde, how can they say that! ”

"Look at your anger, didn't Dad promise them!" Li Shimin was distressed when he saw it, and escaped with a handkerchief and sent it over. The second sister didn't like Zhong Jian, and he finally knew the answer. But why is the second sister so angry? For a few gossip?

Another question was hidden in his heart and waited until many years later to find the answer. At that time, he had already married the niece of the eldest grandson Shunde, and began a brilliant career in the planning of his wife's brother Sun Wuji. In just a few years, he has seen countless strange women and tasted countless tears.

There are some answers that I didn't understand when I was young. When I understand, the people at that time and the scenery at that time have already become memories.

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