"The Zhiju comes to the nest, and the wind comes from the hollow. If the one who entrusts it is true, the atmosphere will be different." [Wind Fu]
Huang She was very moved after hearing this. If he could surrender to the imperial court at this critical moment, he might be able to get the position of governor of Yangzhou. Then he would be able to command the armies in the southeast and move forward and retreat freely. Wouldn't it be better than guarding the gate for Liu Biao in Jiangxia? He
I believe that even if his father Huang Zu was present, he would not refuse such a temptation. Huang She said eagerly: "Do you want me to submit a letter to the court on Aweng's behalf?"
"If you don't do something to serve the imperial court, how can the imperial court easily entrust a famous weapon to someone else?" Huang Wan glanced at Huang She and dispelled the other person's unrealistic fantasy in time: "On this point, you only need to look at Cao Cao to know what I mean.
It’s not false anymore.”
Huang She then showed a bitter look on his face. He clenched his right hand into a fist and placed it on his knees. He seemed to be unwilling and distressed and said, "What should we do now?"
"I know this well, so don't rush for now. We have to wait for an opportunity." Huang Wan thought to himself and said while stroking his beard.
Huang She felt relieved when he saw that the other party was confident. They were both from the Huang family in Jiangxia. They loved each other and had no disadvantages. He believed that Huang Wan would plan more carefully than anyone else.
Even the mediocre and clumsy auxiliary captain and the two boys from the Wu family couldn't compare to this matter.
"At this time, the courtier should retire, right?" Huang Wan looked at the setting sun slanting in front of the hall, and the red light illuminated the high blue brick wall.
Huang She heard the words and looked outside. No matter how many times he looked at it, Chang'an City under the sunset was always so shocking. This was just one side of the city walls and houses viewed from the ground. If one day he could climb the city tower, wouldn't it be like this?
What's more touching today? He stared blankly at the scene outside with the lingering smoke from the kitchen stove. He was stunned for a moment, and then said: "If nothing else, since the Huangmen servant is called 'Xilang', it's time to bid farewell to the Qingsuomen at this time."
Already."
"Then please ask them to come over and have a talk." Huang Wan nodded calmly and said.
"Jinnuo."
In a small courtyard, Qin Qingtong was wearing bright green silk clothes and was standing quietly at the door of the room. His head was lowered and his hands were lowered, like a clay puppet, but his eyes were scanning around to make sure there was no idle person.
While breaking in, he was also quietly eavesdropping.
Inside, Lieutenant Commander Dong Chengzheng and a group of close associates were discussing important matters closely.
This time, Jingzhao Yin Hu Miao, Taiwei Commander Shi Dongfeng, and even Shangshu Ling Wu Shuo came quietly from the back door wearing casual clothes, which shows how seriously Dong Cheng attached importance to this important matter. At the end of these seats,
There is also a new face, Jing Zhaocheng Zuo Ling, who was introduced to Dong Cheng as his right-hand man by Hu Miao.
Hu Miao's words at the time were as follows: "Zuo Mengfu is very resourceful and devoted to serving Dong Gong. He has really helped a lot during his tenure in Jingzhao. He is indispensable now."
Dong Cheng was also very curious. He knew that Hu Miao was jealous of talented people. Although he would not deliberately exclude the talented people around him, he would never recommend them generously. Those who can be recommended by Hu Miao must have unique characteristics.
, so Dong Cheng first threw the problem to him.
Since Zuo Ling came here, he must have some insights. He talked eloquently: "Military affairs are no less important than farming and mulberry. They are the most important thing in the country's heart. Before the country took charge, the imperial army was abolished several times. After taking charge, it was again
The military system has been changed repeatedly. Some officers retired from the army and were transferred to Cao Zhizhao in Weiguan County, and the Taixue Education Department opened night schools in the army. During this period, there were countless rewards, weapons smelting, and training methods. Today's North and South armies can be said to be
They are the most powerful soldiers in the world. The whole army is dedicated to the country, and its military spirit is sincere. As long as we send out troops, there will be few enemies in the world."
Dong Cheng said doubtfully: "Even so, there is still no news in the country."
"I have told Zuo Jun that this is because of the military system." Hu Miao was unwilling to be robbed of the limelight by Zuo Ling, and suddenly interjected: "In the eyes of others, the current military system of the North and the South is almost irreversible.
, But from the perspective of those below, today’s military system only floats below, but does not reach above.”
Zuo Ling glanced at Hu Miao and consciously kept silent, letting him speak.
"As for the above..." Dong Cheng said to himself.
"Only, as above." Hu Miao repeated the story and said: "The court system is consistent, the military system is complete, and in the court...Dong Gong holds the position of Taiwei, in charge of troops and horses, evaluates the merits of military attaches, promotes and demotes
Calling. This is certainly gratifying, but for the country, it must be changed..."
"But how to change this?" Seeing that it was related to his own interests, Dong Cheng was anxious, but at the same time confused, he couldn't help but ask.
"The Ministry of War." Shangshu Ling Wu Shuo suddenly said.
"Yes, the Ministry of War has never had clear responsibilities and only participates in miscellaneous tasks in the army." Hu Miao said loudly, and immediately said: "Dong Gong's powers and responsibilities as a Taiwei will probably be divided into the Ministry of War."
"What's the truth? Taiwei has been in charge of the world's military since the Qin Dynasty. Now, although he can't command the troops and has become idle, he can't be divided!" Dong Cheng frowned and said righteously: "That's not possible.
, this matter cannot be stopped!"
Seeing Dong Cheng's resolute attitude, Wu Shuo opened his mouth, hesitated to speak, and finally chose to keep silent.
However, Dong Feng, the long history official, was not afraid of suspicion and directly reminded him: "What worries does Duke Dong have? No matter how the Ministry of War divides powers and responsibilities, it is still one of the ministers. Wu Gong is responsible for the affairs of the country, and the Ministry of War is under his jurisdiction. The so-called decentralization of powers, but
It is to put something equally in another place, and it will still be in Dong Gong's hands. In addition, compared with gathering it in one place, it is less likely to attract criticism."
There is a slight discount in this statement. Although Wu Shuo was a minister, he had a bad reputation because of his betrayal of his master several times, and he had no prestige in the ministerial office. For example, Fu Xun, the minister of the Ministry of official affairs, and Han, the minister of the Du branch.
Bin, the trusted ministers of the emperor, only treated Wu Shuo on a routine basis, and did not take Wu Shuo seriously at all. After the restructuring, the Ministry of War was obviously the same powerful department as the Ministry of Personnel. If they wanted to use Wu Shuo's authority to subdue the Ministry of War, they would do
It's not easy to get up.
But Dong Cheng was still a little moved by Dong Feng's words. It was not that he believed those watery words, but suddenly said after Dong Feng's reminder: "If the country wants to change the military system at this time, could it be for the Eastern Expedition?"
Be the first mover?"
"Dong Gong Rui Jian." Hu Miao said something, and then said: "When the state raises this proposal, Zhao Sikong will all agree with it. Even Huang Situ, Xun and Yang will respond to the state because of Dong Gong. Dong Gong
Any further verbal protest at that time will be of no use other than making the country feel disgusted. It is better to take the initiative to comply, which will inevitably be a long-term solution."
Dong Cheng's eyes couldn't help but flicker, and he was convinced for a moment and murmured: "If this is the case, it is not impossible to do it."
Everyone in the room made a decision, and the west wind was blowing faintly in the courtyard outside the house, and leaves fell from the window lattice.
After saying a sentence, it was as if he had completed his task. Zuo Ling, who was silent, suddenly raised his head and looked at the lonely shadow of a fallen leaf tapping on the window lattice.