King and General untie their battle robes

Ruan Xi insisted that Bian Youli didn't need to salute anyone, and he was determined not to back down on this matter, so the minister still couldn't resist the authority of the imperial decree in the end, and returned to the queue dejectedly. The result represented a compromise.

Seeing the king's tough attitude, the other courtiers no longer wanted to show up. Anyway, this is not a major issue that must be contested, but it's just the king's whim.

When the field gradually quieted down, Lin Xiangguo smiled and said, "The general is an important minister of the country. He is young and promising, and his future is boundless!"

It's fine if others say this sentence, at least it can be regarded as a compliment.But ever since Ruan Xi told about Lin Zhongshi's life, Bian Youli was very disgusted with him.The impression is basically fixed on abandoning brothers, using wives and daughters, and coveting power.So as soon as he heard Lin Xiangguo speak, he subconsciously became alert, and said politely and unfamiliarly: "Xiangguo is absurd."

However, Lin Xiangguo has always maintained a kind and friendly expression on his face, as if he really thinks so.Hearing Bian Youli's response, he smiled and waved his hands, as if telling Bian Youli not to be humble.

Bian Youli didn't believe it anyway, so he smiled perfunctorily and stopped talking.

Now that Lin Xiangguo praised him, the others followed suit to join in the fun.Qi Yuan, the head of the Libei Academy, stood not far from Bian You, and said with a smile: "This is not a ridiculous praise, the general is indeed wise and brave."

Bian Youli was not familiar with Qi Yuan, but he didn't feel any malice in this sentence, so he took it as a sincere word, so he politely and modestly said a few words.

Although Bian Youli didn't know this person, Ruan Xi remembered Qi Yuan's attitude quite clearly.At that time, he was a bit late in awarding Bian Youli because of his unsteady mind. In fact, there was nothing else, but he didn't know what to give.But before he did anything, Qi Yuan implicitly advised him not to treat the heroes badly.

The heart of Zhao Zhao, the sun and the moon learn from each other.

Ruan Xi's memory of this incident was still fresh, so he knew that what Qi Yuancai said could be guaranteed to be very sincere.

"Director Qi," Ruan Xi recalled what Qi Yuan said at that time, suddenly thought of something, and smiled at him, "There is only one thing, I need to ask you a few words."

Qi Yuan hurriedly cupped his hands and said, "What is your order?"

Ruan Xi motioned him not to be too polite, looked at him and said, "General Gu Tong is not in the country for the past few days, you have to take care of the army to meet the needs."

Qi Yuan was about to answer, but when he raised his head, he happened to meet Ruan Xi's smiling eyes.Although Ruan Xi seemed to be smiling normally, for some reason, Qi Yuan felt that there was something else in that gaze.

He couldn't help being startled for a moment, lowered his head to cover up his slowness due to doubt, and said nonchalantly, "Your Majesty, don't worry."

Ruan Xi smiled deeply, nodded his head lightly, and looked at the ministers: "After Commander Yang orders troops, he will go to Luo Kingdom alone, and there will be troublesome ministers in the court to supervise the country. If there is anything difficult to deal with , put it on hold for now, and wait for Gu to come back."

This was an expected arrangement, so all the officials responded in unison: "Yes, I will obey the king's order."

At the end of the early court, Bian Youli followed Ruan Xi out from behind and directly entered the Changtai Hall.They had only spoken a few words in the hall, and someone outside informed them that Qi Yuan asked to see him.

Bian Youli couldn't help but wondered: "What is he doing here? Can't you talk to the court if there is a problem?"

Ruan Xi smiled and said: "Maybe I just remembered something, I didn't have time to say it at that time. Aren't you the most tired of this clothes, go and change it quickly, and when I send him away, I will go to the army with you to have a look."

Bian Youli was impatient to listen to reports of miscellaneous things. Every time he heard what the courtiers said, he always talked about things and couldn't make it clear.

Moreover, the court clothes on his body were indeed cumbersome and inconvenient, so as soon as Ruan Xi finished speaking, he immediately agreed, "I changed my clothes and came to see you."

Ruan Xi watched him leave from the small inner door, and asked Yuan He to follow him, then turned around and smiled, and said to the person who came to inform: "Director Qi, please come in."

Qi Yuan would come at this time, Ruan Xi expected and was very satisfied.At least it shows that this person is smart and can understand his own hints.

When he was in court, Lin Xiangguo's unclear words made Ruan Xi feel a little uneasy.He didn't want to understand Lin Xiangguo's deep meaning, but he would never simply think that it was an ordinary compliment.

With Lin Zhongshi's disposition, how could he praise someone for nothing.

It happened that Qi Yuan spoke up, the same compliment, but a completely different position.It reminded Ruan Xi that the director admired Bian Youli very much, so he should be able to use it with confidence.

In addition, Qi Yuan is in charge of money and food, so the military salary will naturally be handled by him.

As long as he's a smart guy, it'll be a lot less trouble.

So far, it's surprisingly smooth.

After Qi Yuan entered the door, he followed the rules and saluted, thanked Ruan Xi for giving him a seat, sat on the chair, hesitant to speak.

"Director Qi, if you have something to say, it's okay to say it." Ruan Xi saw his hesitation, and said one step ahead of him.

Qi Yuan hesitated for a while, and then tentatively said: "Your Majesty, is there something wrong with the matter of military pay?"

Ever since Ruan Xi told him that "entrustment", Qi Yuan didn't put his mind on the morning court proceedings, and while echoing absent-mindedly, he secretly figured out the meaning of the king in his heart.

When the army responds to needs, it is obvious that it is military pay and food.But this is his duty, and there has never been any trouble, why did the king deliberately bring it up at this time, and it seems to mean something?

He thought about it for a long time, and there were many guesses in his mind, but he couldn't settle down.After the early morning court, all the officials gradually left. He stood at the door for a long time, and finally decided to come to Changtai Hall to confirm.

Because of his anxiety and his temper, Qi Yuan didn't ask tactfully.Ruan Xi was very cooperative and did not hide anything. He nodded happily and admitted: "No, there must be obstacles in the collection and delivery of military pay and food."

"It's not the first time I've dealt with military pay," Qi Yuan said with a frown, "Even if there is any trouble, I have experienced it before, so there shouldn't be any major mistakes."

"Then tell me, what experience do you have?"

"For example, merchants refused to invest, dignitaries took the opportunity to make money, roads were damaged by disasters, the weather was bad... and so on, they can all be solved." Qi Yuan thought for a while and listed.

Ruan Xi seemed very interested: "Have you met them all?"

"I will encounter one or two every time, which should be inevitable."

"Will it be troublesome to solve?"

Qi Yuan nodded: "Of course it's a bit troublesome. A single matter will take a lot of time to coordinate."

Ruan Xi smiled slightly: "What if we all meet?"

Qi Yuan was surprised and said: "Why did they all meet?"

Merchants may be relying on not investing, but the permission and support of the imperial court is an excellent pass, and they all know it in their hearts.This temptation cannot be compared with just a little profit, and these people will not always be able to resist it.

If the powerful take advantage of the opportunity to benefit, they must have the opportunity to gain access to relevant power.Qi Yuan is confident that with his own means, he will never let them make trouble here.

As for the impassable roads and bad weather... these are natural disasters, how can they be so unlucky?

Ruan Xi smiled and shook his head, "I'm afraid it's more than that."

These are rare enough, isn't it more?

Qi Yuan immediately wanted to refute, anyway, he was used to being outspoken, and never minded whether it would cause trouble.But looking at Wang Shang's determined and leisurely eyes, he couldn't help but paused.

And then I really started to wonder: could these things happen?why?

"Gu knows that you still don't believe it for a while," Ruan Xi looked at him, with a sincere and serious smile, "Just remember that during the time when Gu is not in the court, military pay and food are the most important things, and you can't ignore them. If there is even the slightest sign that something is wrong, go to the Taifu's mansion and don't draw attention to it. Just tell the Taifu quietly, remember, only tell the Taifu one person."

Qi Yuan heard that the king put an emphasis on "only tell the Taifu one person" at the end, and immediately understood the hidden meaning of these words.He has been in the court for many years. Although he has never participated in factions, it does not mean that he understands everything, so he immediately assured: "Your Majesty, rest assured, I will not let others know."

Seeing that he understood what he meant, Ruan Xi nodded and finally relaxed a little.He was silent for a while, and after a while, his expression suddenly became a little erratic: "Director Qi, you are a loyal minister of the Jing Kingdom. Have you had a hard time these years?"

"Ah?" Qi Yuan asked blankly, "Why does Your Majesty ask such a question?"

"It's nothing." The erratic look on Ruan Xi's face disappeared in an instant, and the original smile was still gentle and calm. "It's just a momentary feeling of loneliness. You go back and make some preparations. It's a matter of great importance, and I will entrust it to you. Be mindful."

"Yes," Qi Yuan also knew that this matter should not be underestimated, he stood up solemnly and said, "I will go back and make arrangements."

Before Qi Yuan left, Bian Youli suddenly came out from behind, walked quickly to Ruan Xi's side, knocked on the table, and asked with an uneasy expression, "What's going on?"

Ruan Xi was startled, and turned to look at him: "You're here so soon?"

Although Linghua Hall is close to Changtai Hall, Qi Yuan only stayed for a while, logically speaking...

"I didn't go back to Linghua Hall." Bian Youli turned around and sat down in front, answering Ruan Xi's doubts, "Didn't my clothes get wet that day? Just exchange it. What did you tell Zhang Si just now, that something will happen to the military salary?"

This was something Bian Youli had never considered before.Because Ruan Xi was in charge of the court when he led troops out the past few times, and the military pay and food had never been cut off, so he naturally didn't make much preparations.Just now when he came over after changing his clothes, he accidentally heard the conversation between Ruan Xi and Qi Yuan. What he meant was that there would be accidents in this?

This is a major matter related to the survival of the entire army. As a general, he has to figure it out.

"Nothing will happen," Ruan Xi patted him on the shoulder, reassuring him, "Qi Yuan is a very reliable person."

Bian Youli was dubious: "Really?"

"Really," Ruan Xi chuckled, "I will handle it well."

Obviously, Bian Youli had more trust in Ruan Xi, and when he heard that he would handle it well, he immediately dispelled Qi Yuan's suspicion just now, stopped entangled, and said instead: "You can handle it, let's go out of the palace? "