For many people, peaceful days are rare, but for many people, peace means greater danger.

Since returning home two days ago, Xiong Tingbi has not been at peace in his heart. Although his family has been with him these days, his heart is always empty. In addition to worrying these days, Xiong Tingbi is also constantly reflecting on himself.

, is my persistence for so many years wrong? Is there any point in doing this by myself?

Wandering around in the yard a little bored, Xiong Tingbi felt very complicated at this time.

"Sir, there is someone outside asking to see you." An old housekeeper came to Xiong Tingbi, handed a greeting card to Xiong Tingbi, and said respectfully.

The Xiong Mansion has been very deserted these days, and the people who used to come to visit have disappeared this time. Maybe this is the rule of the officialdom. At this time, no one cares about themselves.

After hearing what the old man said, Xiong Tingbi was stunned. He didn't expect that someone would come to see him at this time. He took the name card from the butler's hand and slowly opened it.

The next moment, Xiong Tingbi was stunned. Mr. Long, I don’t know anyone named Long! Besides, the surname Long seems to be too rare. And this surname seems to be very taboo. Who is this person? After a long while, Xiong Tingbi looked at the person behind him.

The steward asked: "Where is the person?"

"Sir, it's in the living room," the old housekeeper replied.

Leaving the garden quickly, Xiong Tingbi didn't know who it was, but since this happened later, there must be something going on. It must be about his own affairs, otherwise he wouldn't be able to come, regardless of whether he knew it or not, we would talk after meeting him.

Xiong Tingbi came to the living room and saw that person, and then frowned tightly. This was a young man who looked childish. He was wearing a fine silk gown and a white hat on his head.

The piece of blue jade on the front of the hat is very special. Around the waist is a gold-inlaid jade belt with a jade pendant hanging on it. On the feet are a pair of thin-soled fast boots. You can't tell what kind of leather they are, but you can tell that they are very precious.

Such a young man looked like he was either rich or noble. What surprised Xiong Tingbi was that this young man actually had a sword on his waist. At this time, many literati wore swords, which were a symbol of status and a kind of decoration.

.But Xiong Tingbi could see that the young man's sword was a sword capable of killing people, even though the sword was still hidden in the white shark skin scabbard.

What made Xiong Tingbi dissatisfied was the young man's seat. As a guest, the young man was sitting in the main seat. This was very rude. It could be said to be contempt for the host and a slap in the face.

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Seeing this scene, Xiong Tingbi suddenly felt angry, but he did not rush out recklessly, but walked out slowly.

Walking into the hall, Xiong Tingbi discovered that there was another person behind the young man. He was a thin man. He looked like he was in his fifties and there was nothing special about him. But Xiong Tingbi immediately noticed how extraordinary this man was.

, danger, this person gives himself the feeling of danger.

After looking at this man himself, Xiong Tingbi knew that this man was a master when he saw his bright eyes and broad fingers. At this time, when he looked at the young man, Xiong Tingbi became more cautious. Who is this young man?

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When Xiong Tingbi looked at the two people, the young man also looked at him up and down. In the eyes of the young people, Xiong Tingbi was a middle-aged man in his forties. Although he had been in the killing field for a long time, Xiong Tingbi did not seem to have any experience in the killing field.

The general looked more like a wealthy country squire.

Young people once thought that Xiong Tingbi was a black-faced man, but now they realized how wrong this understanding was. Not only was Xiong Tingbi not black, but he was also very white, and he looked like a rich man.

"You are a guest when you come to the door. No matter what kind of guest you are, Xiong Tingbi welcomes him without hesitation." Without losing his temper, Xiong Tingbi walked to the bottom and sat down slowly. He didn't seem to care about the young man's unreasonableness and spoke in the same tone.

Extraordinarily peaceful.

"It's better to be famous than to meet him. Lord Xiong's name is so well-known. Today, it turns out that there is no real person under the reputation. Lord Xiong is indeed well-deserved!" The young man did not get up and glanced at Xiong Tingbi with a smile. Although his words were compliments, his face was filled with emotion.

It's not a compliment at all.

Xiong Tingbi felt depressed in his heart. He was originally a person with a fiery nature and a hatred of evil. Seeing the young man's appearance, he immediately lost his patience and said impatiently: "I wonder what the young master is here for?"

It was an infringement by the imperial court. Although the emperor was merciful, Xiong was not imprisoned, but he has no time to spend here with you."

The young man smiled slightly, nodded to the person behind him, and then said slowly: "Is this the Lord Xiong I know? This is how it should be!"

The man standing behind the young man walked over quickly and handed something like a token to Xiong Tingbi.

When he took it over and took a look, Xiong Tingbi quickly stood up, walked quickly to the young man, lifted up his clothes, knelt down, and said loudly: "I don't know that the beauty of the sky is in front of me. I really deserve to die. Long live my emperor. Long live the emperor."

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Looking at Xiong Tingbi who was kneeling on the ground, Emperor Tianqi nodded slightly and said with a smile: "Get up! This is the first time that the monarch and his ministers meet. I seem to be a bad guest!"

Standing up slowly, Xiong Tingbi said quickly: "I am in a state of confusion at the moment. I hope your Majesty will forgive me."

"Sit down! I'm tired of standing. I will summon you tomorrow morning, and there are many things you need to know." Seeing what Xiong Tingbi wanted to say, Emperor Tianqi waved his hand and said with a smile: "I believe in Aiqing's loyalty.

I also believe that Aiqing was wrongly accused. I came to Aiqing because I wanted to talk to Aiqing about Liaodong."

Looking at Xiong Tingbi who was a little embarrassed, Emperor Tianqi smiled and said: "Liaodong has been corrupted for so many years. Since the time of Saarhu, Liaodong has been getting worse day by day. I have only been on the throne for a short time. Although I have heard about things in Liaodong, now I want to

Let’s hear Aiqing’s opinion.”

Xiong Tingbi gradually stabilized at this time. He did not expect that Emperor Tianqi did not mention his case. It seemed that although his Majesty was young, he understood it very well. He was happy in his heart, and the sadness on his face was naturally gone.

After pondering for a while, Xiong Tingbi frowned and said: "Liaodong has been corrupted for a long time. I won't say anything about the Battle of Saarhu. After all, it is meaningless to discuss the merits and demerits of some old things now."

Seeing that Emperor Tianqi listened to his words seriously, Xiong Tingbi felt relieved and continued: "Since the Saarhu period, the morale of our army has been low. Although we have regained some lost territory, we have always relied on city gates to defend it. I feel that this is not

A long-term solution.”
Chapter completed!