It doesn't matter, so what if you lose some face?
Originally, Wang Gong was twenty years older than him. He was an absolute elder. In front of his elders, it was reasonable to be more humble and keep his attitude low, no matter when and where he was.
As long as I have no opinion, no one can say anything.
Wang Gong was so full of anger that he didn't even care about the attention of others. If they wanted to see it, just watch it!
It doesn't matter!
Are there any people in Jiankang City who don't know that Wang Gong and Wang Mi are at odds?
When two enemies meet, they either fight more fiercely, or at best they shake hands and make peace. From any aspect, there is no value in being discussed.
Totally above board.
Before sitting down, Wang Gong also rolled up his sleeves and dusted the small mat on the floor.
What a arrogant person.
"Aning, you can ask for whatever you want to eat. I'll treat you today."
Wang Mi also figured it out, instead of waiting for Wang Gong to treat him until the end, Wang Gong slipped away, and waited for a long time in vain.
It would be better for him, Wang Mi, to take the initiative and appear more generous.
I originally thought that Wang Gong would at least think Wang Mi was very generous and express a little gratitude, but who knows, Wang Aning called the boy in directly.
As soon as the names of the dishes were announced, all the specialty dishes were ordered.
Good guy!
This is the lion's big mouth!
With so much, can he finish it?
"Aning has a good taste. They are all the specialty dishes of this restaurant." Wang Mi said with squinted eyes.
Wang Gong dismissed Wang Mi's complaints.
"Of course, you are a regular customer here, and so am I. I know best what is delicious and what is expensive."
"alright!"
"Drink some water first!"
"If you have anything to say, let's wait until the dishes are all served."
hehe!
He was the one who originally caused trouble, but at the dinner table he turned into a good guy.
So what?
It was just temporary respectability. Through these few incidents, Wang Mi had already seen clearly the seriousness of Wang Gong.
He is not a patient person, let alone someone who can maintain his dignity to the end.
Just wait, he will definitely be the one to break up in the end.
"A-Ning, actually you don't have to be so rigid. Although we can't talk about serious matters, we can still chat casually."
"We are old friends. Mingren don't tell secrets. You can say whatever you want. It's best to think about it carefully before you speak."
"Also, I would like to remind you as a friendly reminder that it is best to keep your mind calm and don't be angry all the time. Being angry is not good and hurts your liver qi. You are not young anymore, so you should take good care of yourself."
Wang Gong was already very angry. If it weren't for the servants coming in and out, disturbing him, he would have retorted long ago.
But who would have known that this Wang Mi would always talk in the same way?
He gradually felt that the battlefield was really not a good place. After several battles, how could a good and humble gentleman become so glib?
Although Wang Gong knew before, Wang Mi was not a scheming person. The reason why he did not fight for anything in the court was not because of his lack of ability, but because of his humble character.
However, when they met again this time, Wang Gong suddenly felt that Wang Mi seemed to be a different person.
I no longer recognize him at all, and I have almost no resemblance to him before.
If Wang Mi's appearance hadn't changed at all, Wang Gong would really have doubted who the person sitting opposite him was!
"You don't have to worry about that."
"I've already thought about it."
Wang Gong's teeth were clenched when he said the word "long ago". That kind of resentment almost burst out of his mouth.
It can be seen that since Wang Mi came back, he has been looking forward to this moment.
No way!
Later, when the boys are all done with their work, he won't curse loudly and spit on his face!
Although Wang Mi is as thick-skinned as a city wall, this does not mean that he only likes to seek scolding here.
What's more, being insulted by a petty and incompetent person like Wang Gong.
To be honest, who is he?
He didn't seize the city, nor pacify Jiangbei. What did he do when he was in the Jin Dynasty for a long time?
What right does he have to accuse others here?
Especially a great hero like Wang Mi? He is still an old friend!
However, you can still listen, although even if you don't listen, he can still guess a lot about Wang Gong's thoughts.
"Okay, Aning, you can talk now."
"I'm listening to everything. If you don't stop, I won't interrupt. I promise."
Wang Mi picked up the chopsticks and saw that the servants had all served their dishes, so he told them not to come in again.
That boy is naturally sensible, otherwise he wouldn't have been able to hang out in this place of right and wrong for such a long time.
As for Wang Zhiyuan's face, how many people in Jiankang City don't know him? Everyone knows that he is a famous figure, and although there are still some people who don't know Wang Gong's face, as long as Wang Mi knows him
Yes, he can still be an idle person.
Moreover, looking at the faces of the two people, one can tell that what these two people are going to talk about must be earth-shattering matters, and the relationship between them cannot be considered a good one.
Could it be that old enemies meet again?
At this time, as a smart and discerning young man, of course he can run as far as he can.
Eavesdropping?
peep?
nonexistent!
He didn't want to get into trouble.
Not only do you have to pay attention to yourself, but you also have to remind the other servants that they must not go near the wing at the end of the second floor.
Don't dare to get close!
It would be terrible if we were dragged into some big conspiracy!
A door separates them, and in the side room, a real conversation is about to begin.
In other words, it is not a conversation, but a serious scolding.
Because, for a foreseeable long time, the only one who has the opportunity to speak is Wang Gong. As for Wang Shilang, not only does he not have the opportunity to interrupt, but he also has no desire to do so.
"This is what you asked me to say. You also know that I feel unhappy and will never let you like what I say. Do you want to continue?"
Wang Mi just kept his head down eating the food and didn't pay attention to Wang Gong's various provocative behaviors. What's the point?
Even if I can follow you in and sit together, haven't I already expressed my attitude?
If I say I won’t let you speak, won’t you?
"Aning, do you have any complaints? But it doesn't matter. I have already said it. Since I can come, I have already made preparations."
Can Wang Gong say anything nice?
It's really interesting, even a blind person can see that since he sat down, Wang Gong drank one glass after another without taking a bite of the food.
With such an emotion, how could he still be angry when facing Wang Zhiyuan?
However, Wang Gong would be so angry that he could not hide it at all, as if he could start a fight with Wang Mi on the spot at any time, which Wang Mi did not expect.
How is this possible?
After all, he is now the prime minister of the dynasty, so how can he not have the courage to do so, and how can he be so impatient?
You know, the two people did have a good relationship before and could be considered good friends. The Wang Gong in my memory is not such a virtuous person!
Could it be that he was really stimulated by Wang Mi?
No way!
Not really!
Wang Mi has made such great achievements, but he has received almost no benefits. He has neither money nor title. He has suffered such great grievances and yet he has not said anything. He, Wang Gong, is in the court.
You can call the wind and rain, whatever you want comes to you, what else is there to be awkward about?
Isn't this ridiculous?
Originally, Wang Mi wanted to be as patient as possible, as long as he could stay in peace, which is why he didn't come to visit him and rushed to the Taiyuan Palace to find him.
However, who would have thought that Wang Gong could not understand this truth, and would still rush to find trouble. It seems that he still did not have a correct understanding of the humiliation he suffered, and he still wanted to continue to find trouble.
.
Well!
Then let him be fulfilled!
At this time, Wang Mi naturally had no intention of retreating.
Let’s see who wins!
"Wang Zhiyuan, you and I used to be friends. For many things in the past, I didn't want to pursue them because of human feelings."
"But, what do you want to do if you do this again and again? Where did you put me?"
"Don't you think about my face?"
My face?
Wang Mi couldn't help but laugh. Didn't you earn your face by yourself? If you don't have the ability yourself, why should you blame others for being too capable and hurting your face?
If you are really that capable, then come and change it!
You come to lead the troops, and I'll take charge of the court. Let's see who can make a mess!
In response to Wang Gong's speech just now, he should respond like this. Wang Mi also wanted to say this, but he held back.
no!
It's not time to break out yet, so we need to add more heat.
Wang Mi can rest assured that it will never be his turn to add fuel to the fire. With Wang Gong's temper, he will make his anger grow stronger and stronger little by little.
There was no need for Wang Mi to lift a finger.
"Aning, it's not good for you to talk like this."
"What did I do?"
"What can I do to you that I can't forgive you for?"
"You and I are friends. Although I haven't been able to meet you more because I've been very busy recently. Maybe you have some dissatisfaction or misunderstanding."
"Since we met today, we might as well tell everything so that we can resolve the misunderstanding as soon as possible."
"Misunderstand?"
"You still have the nerve to say that it was a misunderstanding?"
It was okay that Wang Mi didn't speak, but as soon as he spoke, Wang Gong's anger rose even more.
"It's not a misunderstanding, or what?" Wang Mi stared with two big eyes. He knew clearly that Wang Gong was very angry and knew why he was angry, but he just refused to let him go down this step.
Don’t you want to raise an army to hold people accountable?
OK!
I'll give you this opportunity, but if you want to achieve any goal, you must implement it yourself. It's faster to just dream about it if you expect others to take the initiative to admit their mistakes.
What's more, what's wrong with Wang Mi?
I can't find any at all!
"you!"
"You actually dare to cheat!"
"Let me ask you, when will you let go of Beifu and return Beifu to the court?"
Wang Gong was so angry that he finally changed the subject!
Yeah!
now it's right!
Finally we can get back on track.
"Aning, do you want to take charge of Beifu yourself? Or is there a new candidate who is more suitable to control Beifu?"
Wang Gong was stunned and quickly denied it.
"No, it's nothing."
"I'm not good at fighting. When did you have this idea?"
"I saw you were so anxious, and I thought you had such thoughts! So that's the case, that's good." Wang Mi answered the question calmly.
"I don't deny that I am indeed in control of many things in Beifu now. However, Aning, to be fair, since I took charge of Beifu, have I been disrespectful to His Majesty or the court in any way?"
"Since leading Beifu, I have not lost a single battle, and the casualties have been kept to a very low level."
"Not to mention, I didn't ask the court to pay a large amount of military salary. Of course, the court also provided support, but these supports were very reasonable and in accordance with past practices. I didn't do it just because I controlled Beifu.
Adding burden to the court."
"I say this, Aning, can you accept it?"
Wang Mi, of course, was also full of anger, but what he said was also polite and courteous, which made Wang Gong unable to even find an angle to refute.
I can only open my mouth and act awkwardly.
Could it be that what Wang Zhiyuan said is wrong?
Is there anything wrong with his expression?
No!
Indeed, there is nothing to be found!
"Accept what?"
"If I don't accept it, do I have any other choice? Could it be that you will give the Beifu to me?" After holding back for a long time, Wang Gong could only come up with these few words.
Doesn't he think it's inconsistent when he says this?
Didn't he say it himself just now? He has no interest in Beifu. Why should a human being be like this? They have already sat at the same dinner table.
Locked in the same box, no one else could hear their conversation, but they still refused to express their feelings.
If we continue to be so duplicitous, can we still have a conversation?
Just go back to your respective homes and don’t waste time here!
"Aning, do you want to go to Beifu to lead the troops in person?"
However, Wang Mi is not someone who takes things for granted. Even though Wang Gong gritted his teeth and yelled for a fight, Wang Mi could still use his own methods to slide over easily.
"Lead the troops personally?"
"Look, do I have this ability?"
oh!
It turns out that he also knows that he is not capable enough. Fortunately, there is still hope. It seems that Wang Gong still has some self-awareness.
As long as we have this foundation, there will still be some room for relaxation today.
"Since you don't want to lead the troops yourself, then let me lead Beifu. Is there any problem?"
"What have I done wrong these past few days?"
"You support your own troops! You are disrespectful to the imperial court!"
Error, then who can’t find it?
Isn’t this easy to grasp?
OK!
Finally getting the point out, Wang Mi put down his chopsticks and began to face the problem formally.
Fight!
"If you say I support soldiers, I admit it. If you say I respect myself, I won't accept it."
Really, let’s lay out all aspects of the situation and see whose side the truth is on.
"Since the Battle of Xiangyang, the imperial court has not given me many rewards, not even a title."
"What did I say in the face of these adverse treatments?"
"Did I object?"
"Have you ever complained to the court about this unfair treatment?"
hehe!
You just know that he doesn't care that much in his heart.