Ten minutes in the morning.

The warm sunshine slipped into the room through the window lattice, fell on the large bed, and woke up Qin Huaidao. A breeze blew, causing the branches and leaves outside the window to chase and play, and the shadows of the trees also slipped into the room, speckled like flying trees.

Dancing butterflies.

Qin Huaidao sat up, rubbed his groggy eyes, and fell down again. He was really busy during this period, and he was even more busy all night last night. He interrogated people in the Lu family until dawn. He used all kinds of coercion and inducement methods, but failed to find any clues.

There is only one explanation, the owner of the family hides it too deeply.

It's a pity that the head of the Lu family was killed in the explosion and there was no way to trace it.

"Dong dong dong!"

There was a knock on the door from outside, followed by a sweet voice: "Young Master, I am He'er, are you up? Someone from the palace is looking for me, saying it is an urgent call from the Holy One."

"Come in." Qin Huaidao shouted. There was no need to avoid suspicion towards He'er. Every inch of his body had not been seen. He was so tired that he lay down and didn't want to move. When He'er came in, he struggled to get up, looking like he was desperate for life.

, shouted: "He'er, help me change my clothes."

"Here we come." He'er hurried forward, as virtuous as a wife, and skillfully helped Qin Huaidao put on his official uniform and tie his belt, and said with a smile: "Young master seems to be a little fatter, but he is even more powerful."

"Overworked fat."

"What is overwork fat?"

"Nothing, how is the airbag doing?" Qin Huaidao changed the subject.

"I've made three of them. I'm not familiar with them, so I made them slowly. It's done now, and it will be much faster in the future. They will be best in three days at most. By the way, a general sent dozens of carts of wool last night, saying it was from

He was brought here from the Western Turks, and the young master once told him that He'er paid the silver when he saw that the wool was very good." He'er said quickly.

As soon as Qin Huaidao heard that he had been transported from the Western Turks, Li Er began to implement his wool-eating strategy. He was delighted and asked: "How much money was given?"

"According to the amount given by the young master, a cartload of silver is worth it. It seems like it is free. One cart can make ten quilts. If you make ten bucks, the workshop will be overwhelmed."

Qin Huaidao washed his face and said: "If you are too busy, it is better to hire more young ladies to work. There is no shortage of people in Chang'an City. However, they must be hired for thirty years to prevent them from learning the skills and running away, or being invited by their peers. In addition, the wages

It doesn’t change, but every time you do something, you will be rewarded with some silver rewards, you can decide the details.”

"Ah, I don't know how much the reward is." He'er looked embarrassed. He always obeyed orders. He never did anything that was his own decision. He was afraid of doing something wrong.

"How many days does it take for one person to make a quilt?"

"The fast one is about ten days, the slow one is about fifteen days."

Qin Huaidao rubbed his mouth with green salt, wondering when he would get a toothbrush and toothpaste. Life was really hard, so he simply said after a few mouthfuls: "Then I will reward you with fifty cents for each piece you make. It doesn't hurt to give a higher one. I have it."

Only when the income is high will everyone feel at ease and be able to work with peace of mind. They will not be lazy and wish to do more."

"The young master is still awesome, I'll do it soon." He'er looked admiring.

"Management, to put it bluntly, is to understand people's hearts, win over them, ensure profits while satisfying people's hearts, prepare better food, and set an internal price. Our products, whether liquor, tea, bedding, etc., can be purchased one at an internal price.

The internal price is calculated at a 20% discount. If it is too much, it will prevent someone from using it for profit. In addition, you can recruit some people who know arithmetic to help with accounting matters. You will need to keep more accounts later."

"I understand, how about the salary?"

"Two times a month, I will take care of lunch, and I will give you rewards at the end of the year. You can decide the details." Qin Huaidao said and left, and hurried to the door to see that Su Dingfang was waiting with some people, and a waiter walked around anxiously. go.

The other party also saw Qin Huaidao and said quickly: "Master Qin, hurry up and leave with the Za family. Your Majesty is in a hurry."

"Let's go." Qin Huaidao responded.

The group hurried forward. Su Dingfang ordered his men to spread their guard to prevent anyone from approaching. He whispered: "Master Qin, the killer failed and returned last night. He will definitely come again. It is not safe recently. Can you take a carriage instead? I am in the carriage. It’s relatively safe and can be easily protected by brothers.”

"It doesn't matter, it's better if the killer comes out." Qin Huaidao said with a smile, showing a strong confidence.

Thinking of Qin Huaidao's strength, Su Dingfang said nothing more.

The group came to the palace in a hurry. Su Dingfang and others were waiting at the palace gate. Qin Huaidao followed the chamberlain to the Ganlu Hall. After being informed, they entered. No one else was seen. Li Er was reviewing the memorial. He was a little surprised and stepped forward to salute: "Your Majesty. See Your Majesty!"

"Huai Dao is here, please give me a seat." Li Er did not raise his head and continued to read the memorial.

A chamberlain brought Xiudun, and Qin Huaidao was not polite. He sat and waited, wondering why he was called here so early in the morning? Would something happen again?

Not long after, Li Er finished reviewing the memorial and motioned to Wang De to take it down. He waved his hand to let everyone else in the hall leave and then said: "Huaidao, Wang Tongbiao confessed some clues. The person I sent to verify will return this morning to verify it." At the beginning, General Xu Shiji killed a substitute. General Xu was deceived by the lieutenant general below him and did not know it, but he was wrong after all. How do you think this matter should be handled?"

"Your Majesty, who can make no mistakes? Since you don't know, you should be lenient. Of course, a mistake is a mistake. It's better to take the blame and make meritorious service. The specifics are entirely up to the Holy One's discretion. I have no objection." Qin Huaidao said quickly, as long as Xu Shiji has no problem, it will be a generation. A famous general, if there is really a problem, he still has the heart to be ruthless.

"Since you have no objections, let's demote him, make him meritorious, and order him to search Chang'an City and hunt down Fengyu Tower. What do you think?" Li Er asked.

Qin Huaidao hesitated, not because he couldn't trust Xu Shiji, but because Fei Qi's internal affairs may not be monolithic. Fei Qi's predecessor was Baiqi Division, and there were many troubles in the past. If anyone in Fei Qi was bribed, their work would be in vain.

Seeing Qin Huaidao's hesitation, Li Er asked, "Do you think it's inappropriate?"

"Back to your Majesty, I am not worried about Xu Shiji. The old general is loyal and courageous and has outstanding abilities, but I am worried that someone within Feiqi will be bribed." Qin Huaidao said bluntly.

"I thought we would go together." Li Er nodded approvingly, and suddenly shouted loudly: "Come here!"

Wang De hurriedly came in: "What are the instructions from the Holy One?"

"Send the message and ask General Xu Shiji to come over immediately."

"According to the decree."

When Wang De left, Li Er lowered his voice and continued: "Wang Tongbiao put it down in advance. I have sent a letter to the general at the border. It depends on luck whether I can stop him. It is unlikely. Therefore, you must prepare as soon as possible and lead the troops." I have prepared five thousand soldiers to go out to conquer Tubo, what are your plans for this matter?"

"Back to the Holy Emperor, it will take more than ten days to get everything ready. The original plan remains unchanged." Qin Huaidao said quickly, since the troops and horses are ready, it doesn't matter a few days in advance.

Li Er was very satisfied with Qin Huaidao's attitude and said, "Just don't postpone it. Who do you want to bring?"

"The younger generation has arrangements. Moreover, they have never been to the plateau, so they may not be able to adapt. It is too late to adapt now. I will secretly train people to use flying tools. You only need to take them up there, and no one else will.

, including the minister’s pro-army, so as not to expose the whereabouts. When the time comes, please ask the Holy One to help cover up a few things, and just ask the minister to go investigate the case.”

"This is easy. If you don't use the people I gave you, who are you going to train?" Li Er asked.

Qin Huaidao saw that Li Er was suspicious, but he was prepared in advance and explained: "Going back to your Majesty, you know the Qinjiazhuang's one hundred village guards. I have been training them secretly for a period of time. Once a person goes to heaven with his feet hanging in the air,

If you don't keep your feet firmly on the ground, you will feel panicked, and even have blood rushing to the top of your head, and you will faint. You need to do special high-altitude training and retrain a batch, which will take more than three months."

Li Er could still afford to wait for three months, but he couldn't say this, as it would chill the hearts of his ministers. He thought about it and said, "Then when you come back after the war, train a group for me. I plan to set up a specialized team."

An army that fights in the air.”

"The Holy One is wise and can be called the air force. The ones on the ground are called the army and the ones on the water are called the navy. They are managed separately and are conducive to the formation of combat effectiveness. When I come back, I will not disappoint expectations and train with all my heart." Qin Huaidao agreed, feeling a little admiration.

, this Li Er is really powerful and sees the benefits of aerial combat.

Seeing that Qin Huaidao did not refuse, Li Er smiled with satisfaction and asked about the affairs of the Lu family. Qin Huaida told the truth about the fact that the interrogation was fruitless and that the Japanese wanted compensation from Tubo. Li Eryi heard that Tubo believed in Buddhism.

He is actually keen on giving gold to Buddha statues. There is nothing wrong with asking for gold. As for the Japanese-made silver, I have heard Qin Huaidao mention it a long time ago, so I might as well take the opportunity to hammer it.

While they were chatting, Xu Shiji hurried over, looking a little decadent.

Qin Huaidao looked at Xu Shiji with some surprise. The shadow of the high-spirited veteran disappeared, and the man in front of him looked more like an old man who was unhappy with his life. Was he suffering a blow?

"Master Qin, I'm sorry."

Xu Shiji cupped his fists in greeting, and immediately said to Li Er: "Your Majesty, this old minister is incompetent, please punish me."

"Sir Qin, regardless of past grievances, is interceding for you. However, there are rewards for merit and punishment for mistakes. You are a veteran and you should know the rules. Will you be convinced by being demoted one level and fined half a year's salary?" Li Er looked majestic.

"I sincerely submit and thank you for your grace." Xu Shiji saluted gratefully, then saluted Qin Huaidao, and added shamefully: "Master Qin, I am old and dim-sighted. I missed important events in the court. I deserve to be punished. Thank you Master Qin for your understanding."

"It's an unintentional mistake. It's not an exaggeration. We have fought side by side. We are close friends in life and death. If General Xu didn't trust General Xu in the battle, I'm afraid the corpses would have turned into dust." Qin Huaidao said politely.

"Mr. Qin, you are polite. If you hadn't commanded me well, I would have died. With your ability, it's no problem to break out of the siege. After all, I still owe you."

Qin Huaidao nodded and said no more, lest Li Er suspect that his ministers were forming cliques again.

Xu Shiji was also aware of this and did not say anything more. He saluted Li Er again and said, "Your Majesty, I have done something wrong. Please give me the opportunity to make meritorious deeds."

"Okay, I will give you another chance. If you still fail, I will resign and go to old age. Do you dare to issue a military order?" Li Er used the method to provoke the general.

How could Xu Shiji, a famous general of his generation, not see through it, but still solemnly said: "I am willing!"

"Okay, listen carefully. Someone tried to assassinate Mr. Qin last night. I suspect that there are more than one assassin lurking in Chang'an City. I ordered the flying cavalry to dispatch and search the whole city to find the assassin for me. Is it possible for you to do it?"

"As long as they are in Chang'an, there will be no chance for the old minister to come forward to see them." Xu Shiji had his own pride and was unwilling to be looked down upon, so he vowed.

"Go." Li Er said and gave Qin Huaidao a look.

Qin Huaidao nodded knowingly. Li Er couldn't say anything about Fei Qi's internal problems. He followed Xu Shiji out. After walking in a deserted place, he reminded in a low voice: "Xu Shibo, Fei Qi's predecessor was Bai Qi Division, and Bai Qi Division was led by General Li.

You should know how you were dismissed, right?"

"I heard that someone within Baiqisi leaked the secret."

Qin Huaidao reminded: "Many flying cavalry come from Baiqi Division."

Xu Shiji understood and bowed solemnly: "My dear nephew, thank you for reminding me. I am very grateful for today's kindness. If there is anything else you need to pay attention to, please tell me clearly."

"How do you plan to arrest him?" Qin Huaidao asked.

"Of course they sent troops to attack, demarcate the area, perform their duties, and conduct door-to-door inspections. I don't believe they can hide it." Xu Shiji said angrily.

When Qin Huaidao heard what he was doing, he quickly reminded him: "This won't work. If you alert the enemy, no one will be caught. Moreover, there is someone behind the killer who has a reasonable and legal identity and may even be hiding in the palace of a noble family. How do you search?"

"Do you have a good idea? Please ask me for advice." Xu Shiji said solemnly. He is not afraid of fighting in battle. This kind of technical work is indeed a bit difficult for Xu Shiji.

Qin Huaidao looked around and said in a low voice: "There are underground gangs in every street and every square in the two counties of Chang'an City. They are just like ordinary people, but they are well-informed. We only need to attack them and let them investigate. Do not report any suspicious persons within three days."

, just eradicate them, it will be better than anything else."
To be continued...