Huamo

He took out a cigarette from under the table, and after lighting it, he started to puff and smoke, and said leisurely: "I understand what you mean, let's wait and see what you do." After a pause, he said: "That's right, That kid Lu'er hasn't been here for a long time, you can let him come to see my old lady when you have time, tomorrow is February [-]nd, it's his birthday."

"...I know." Li Jinsha replied: "But the prince is going to go to the Xiongnu with the army."

Yang Hong froze for a moment, shook the round fan and said, "Come on, let's give this gift to him when we come back."

The Yamen of the Ministry of War in the imperial capital is majestic, solemn and majestic. Two lifelike stone lions sit in front of the door, deterring evil spirits.

"Get off Chu Piao." Chu Piao bowed politely after getting off his horse.

"Lord Chu, Lord Shangshu is waiting for you." A policeman with a happy face stepped forward to take the burden for Chu Piao, and led Chu Piao to go inside.

"Thank you." Chu Piao nodded.

Entering the main hall, the seat in front of you is an old man wearing an official uniform, which is naturally Ruan Po, Minister of the Ministry of War. The old man has white hair and beard, a kind face, and wise eyes. Although he is an old man, he also gives people a sense of integrity.

"Chu Piao sees Mr. Ruan." Chu Piao was very polite.

"He's the son of General Chu." Ruan Po's deep and hoarse voice sounded, "Sure enough, he's a man of talent."

"Master Ruan has a great reputation."

"Since he is nominated by Mr. An and selected by the Second Prince, he is naturally a pillar of talent." Ruan Po laughed loudly. He walked up to Chu Piao and patted him on the shoulder. , you get ready later and follow the old man."

"Yes." Chu Piao lowered his head and bowed. He didn't expect such a banquet to be ushered in when he first entered the officialdom. He didn't know whether it was a blessing or a curse.

【Bianling · Anfu】

An Xuansu, the Prime Minister of the current dynasty, has been ill for nearly [-] days, which made the Chinese, Chinese, military officials, the emperor's relatives and relatives all have their own thoughts. During the period, many officials came to express their condolences, but they were either blocked from the door or hung behind a curtain. talk.Yesterday, the prime minister's mansion issued invitation letters to the six ministries of the three provinces, and hosted a banquet for the six ministers and the other two prime ministers, which extinguished the restlessness that had just occurred in the court.

Right now, the Prime Minister's Mansion is bustling with activity. Officials entered the hall one after another, but there are always a few people who are anxious. Naturally, when the Prime Minister is not in the court, they will inevitably make some small gestures.

Chu Piao followed Ruan Po into the Chancellor's Mansion, and met with the ministers of other ministries.

"The way to be an official is nothing more than doing what you like." Ruan Po smiled and patted Chu Piao's shoulder, "Go, go in."

Entering the hall, the adults are seated next, the left row is Shi Lin, Minister of the Ministry of Industry, Ling Tun, Minister of the Ministry of Industry, Yang Taijing, Minister of the Ministry of Officials, Huang Tao, Minister of the Ministry of Punishment, Fang Bi, Minister of the Ministry of Housing, Yan Bo, Minister of Rites, and Minister of the Ministry of Rites on the right. Chen Zuqian.

"It seems that the official is late." Ruan Po walked slowly into the hall while talking, straightened his clothes and saluted tremblingly, "I will see Mr. Shi and Mr. Fang."

"Master Ruan is old, you should take your seat quickly." Shi Lin waved his sleeves and said with a smile.

"Who is this young master?" Fang Bi looked suspiciously at Chu Piao who was standing behind Ruan Po.

"He is Chu Piao. Don't be surprised that he came here today as the old man's attendant." Ruan Po patted Chu Piao on the shoulder and said with a smile.

"Chu Piao has met all your lords." Chu Piao stepped forward politely.

What followed was a lot of praise, and everyone knew that now that Ruan Po was old and would retire in a few years, the next minister of the Ministry of War was likely to be this Chu Piao.

"Master An arrived—"

The servant boy's shout made everyone in the hall quiet down and stood up one after another, only to see An Xuansu walking in calmly, with a smile on his face, warm like a spring breeze, dressed in a dignified official robe, but his face was still a little sick.

"I've seen Master An."

"Everyone, please sit down and cough..." An Xuansu said gently, covered his mouth and coughed a few times.

After An Xuansu sat down, the others also sat down, and the banquet started normally, while Chu Piao sat in a distance and looked at An Xuansu in surprise. The prime minister of the court was so young, handsome, and gentle.

"Master Yan." An Xuansu drank a cup of tea and suddenly called the name.

Yan Bo's whole body trembled, cold sweat broke out on his back, he got up and pretended to be calm: "The lower official is here."

"You worked hard on the relocation of Chenjia Village in the outskirts of the city. I will report everything to the court and reward you for your merits." An Xuansu said calmly, with a gentle smile on his lips.

"Lord An, forgive me, I dare not be an official." Yan Bo wiped his cold sweat secretly, and quickly knelt down.

"If you know your mistakes, you can correct them. There is nothing good about it. I will fine you half a year's salary in this matter as a warning." An Xuansu's tone was gentle, and no trace of irritation could be heard.

"The lower officials will definitely take this as a warning and seek the well-being of the people." Yan Bo said again and again with a sigh of relief, and couldn't help wiping the sweat from his forehead with his sleeves.

"This is a good thing." An Xuansu smiled, and he looked at Ruan Po, "Master Ruan."

"I'm here." Ruan Po stood up unhurriedly, and naturally she didn't have to be afraid.

"As for the Xiongnu, how many troops will Mr. Ruan plan to give General Cheng?"

"The lower officials think that it is the best policy to let General Cheng lead the right guard." Ruan Po stroked his beard and said, "Including General Cheng's personal soldiers, there are more than enough. If we increase the number of troops, I am afraid that Bian Ling's defense will not be enough."

"Well, the expedition is imminent, Master Ruan is worrying." An Xuansu smiled amiably, and replaced the wine with tea.

"Where, with Chu Piao's help in these matters in the future, the lower officials can take a rest." Ruan Po laughed loudly.

"Master Chu is here too." An Xuansu looked at Chu Piao who was sitting at the end.

"Your Majesty has met Master An." Chu Piao got up and saluted without being humble.

"Okay, it really is a pillar of talent." An Xuansu nodded with satisfaction, and the other officials saw this in their eyes, and confirmed their thoughts.

"Hahaha... This king's nephew is naturally a pillar."

A chic and deep voice came, and it was the second prince, Gongsun Yu, who walked into the hall. He walked directly to Chu Piao, patted Chu Piao on the shoulder and smiled, "Piao'er, I haven't seen you for a long time, you've grown so big."

"I have seen the Second Prince."

All the officials stood up and saluted one after another, and Chu Piao naturally followed suit.

"Sit down, the king also heard that Mr. An is hosting a banquet for six parties today, so we can join in the fun." Gongsun Yu seemed to be in a good mood, smiling all the time.

"Come here, give the prince a seat." An Xuansu ordered.

"Yes, my lord." The attendant nodded and went down to prepare.

After a while, Gongsun Yu also sat down, and the others sat down as well. The officials flattered and agreed, but An Xuansu watched Gongsun Yu's face darken until the banquet was over.

After Shangshu and the two prime ministers left, Gongsun Yu still sat still, looked at An Xuansu with a smile on his face and said, "As soon as Mr. An comes out, those stubborn old men will be submissive."

"My lord." An Xuansu frowned, looking at Gongsun Yu with displeasure.

Gongsun Yu was taken aback for a moment, and his face darkened: "Which one is Mr. An?"

"Dead wood can't be carved." An Xuansu looked like he hated iron but not steel.

"Why did Mr. An say that?" Gongsun Yu frowned and looked at An Xuansu who suddenly turned his face strangely.

An Xuansu's face turned even darker: "My lord, why are you plotting against the Chu family? Is this what the lord said about 'self-control'?"

"Otherwise, how can we control the Chu family?" Gongsun Yu chuckled lightly and didn't care, "Master An is just worrying."

"I want the prince to calm down the government, but the prince is making trouble now, you should leave, the prince." An Xuansu walked away angrily, leaving Gongsun Yu with a dazed expression on his face.

On the next day, rumors that Gongsun Yu was blasted out of the mansion by An Xuansu quickly spread in the court.

***

Gongsun Yu returned to the mansion with a dark expression on his face, holding his breath and finding it hard to vent.

"My lord?" Sun Yu came up to him, and said meaningfully, "It must have been exhausted."

"Presumptuous." Gongsun Yu yelled furiously at Sun Yu, "That An Xuansu is so audacious! How dare you treat this king like this! It's just hateful!"

"Don't be impatient, my lord." Sun Yu smiled indifferently, "Just follow Lord An's wishes."

"You mean that the king is going to hold back?!" Gongsun Yu said coldly.

"No, the lord wants to have no contact with Mr. An." Sun Yu laughed.

Gongsun Yu calmed down and pondered for a moment. He paced and wandered in front of the court for a while with his hands behind his back, and suddenly he burst out laughing and said: "Sure enough, Mr. Zhongshu is considerate. This king understands."

"In this case, the prince can cooperate with Mr. An."

"Of course." Gongsun Yu leisurely walked back to the backyard, not paying attention to Sun Yu's contemptuous smile.

Scattered black and white chess pieces, who will win this game.

at night.

"Knock Knock Knock-"

"Come in." An Xuansu said without raising his head, and continued to open the official document in his hand.

"Master An, drink some refreshing tea."

The familiar voice surprised An Xuansu, and Lian Heng's charming handsome face came into view when he looked up. The other party was dressed as a servant, just like a well-behaved little book boy.

"Heng, this is too dangerous." An Xuansu said softly.

"I haven't seen Master for a day, I'm panicking." Lian Heng looked at An Xuansu angrily, wanting to stretch out his hand to tear off the other's mask.

"Nonsense." An Xuansu turned his head away in embarrassment, and glared at Lian Heng angrily, "You go back first, I have to read these official documents."

"I'll accompany you." Lian Heng said and obediently stood beside An Xuansu.

"I have to go to court early tomorrow morning, and I may not go back to the villa tonight." An Xuansu looked at Lian Heng and said in embarrassment.

"It's okay, I'll sleep here