Chapter 44: Discussing the crusade against Luoyang
Not long after, Li Zhiyun saw Wei Zheng brought over by Xue Shou. He was still dressed as he had seen him at the palace that day, but his robe might have been washed for a long time and was a bit torn.
To be honest, Li Zhiyun was extremely happy that he could take Wei Zheng into the palace so easily. Although he didn't want to be a 'saint king', how could he let a talent like Wei Zheng go?
When Li Zhiyun was sizing up Wei Zheng, Wei Zheng was also sizing up Li Zhiyun. There were two most famous princes in Chang'an City, one was the Crown Prince and the other was the King of Qin. He had heard rumors about these two people all day long.
most.
Even the infamous King of Qi, he had some understanding of. Only King of Chu was more mysterious to him.
Judging from the appearance, Wei Zheng had to admit that although His Royal Highness the King of Chu was not as good-looking as Sai Pan'an, he was not far behind. He was full of heroic spirit and very approachable and gentle. This feeling was very good.
It's strange that even an ordinary prince or prince has a superior 'temperament' about him.
But the King of Chu did not.
He gave Wei Zheng a very reliable feeling.
In addition, King Chu's figure is slightly thin, probably due to his long experience in battles, and at a certain moment he will suddenly show a frightening pressure.
Strong and gentle at the same time.
"Wei Zheng, pay homage to His Royal Highness the King of Chu."
"Xuancheng doesn't need to be polite."
Li Zhiyun helped Wei Zheng up and held his hand. He couldn't hide the smile on his face. This feeling of poaching someone, especially a famous official, was so satisfying.
"To be honest, Xuancheng, I have admired you for a long time. My uncles, Yi Zhen, and Jun are envious of them. They usually mention you, Wei Zheng, with great admiration. I have long wanted to have a drink with you, sir."
Wei Zheng smiled and said: "Your Highness, Cheng Yaojin will definitely not appreciate me."
"Hahaha." Li Zhiyun laughed, "Xuancheng knows Yizhen."
Not long after, Li Zhiyun and Wei Zheng arrived at the main hall. At this time, Qin Qiong, Cheng Yaojin, Duan Zhixuan and others had already arrived. It can be said that in order to express the importance to Wei Zheng this time, Li Zhiyun invited all the civil and military officials from the Chu Palace.
Wei Zheng was naturally moved. Meeting old friends, he couldn't help but reminisce with Qin Qiong and others. At this time, he felt that he had come to the King of Chu's Mansion at the right time. Qin Qiong, Cheng Yaojin and others could all be reused by the King of Chu.
, let alone him.
"Old Wei, you still owe me two damn jars of wine, don't forget it." Cheng Yaojin joked carelessly.
Wei Zheng glanced at him, "Obviously it's you who doesn't pay back the money you owe, so don't be so dishonest."
"Fart, when did I owe you money?"
"No, you bet with Shan Xiongxin and went to the hut to borrow money from me. I remember that time in Sanhu Mountain very clearly."
"Really?" Cheng Yaojin scratched his head.
He had borrowed money from countless people while gambling in Wagang, and he has lost count.
With Cheng Yaojin's lively atmosphere, Wei Zheng quickly got to know everyone else one by one, and everyone was very happy talking with them.
Li Zhiyun's words of praise made Wei Siqi envious. Only then did he realize that as the number of aides in the Prince of Chu's palace increased, his position was also in jeopardy.
"Dengshan, His Highness really values the old man of Wagang."
Wei Siqi said this not because he had any objections to the old people of Wagang. After all, he had seen the invincible bravery of Qin Qiong and others in charging into battle. Moreover, he and Cheng Yaojin had a good relationship, so there was no quarrel.
However, he felt that as there were more and more people in Wagang, his sense of existence became weaker and weaker.
Chu Suiliang laughed and said: "This Wei Zheng is not an ordinary person. Although this person is not famous, his knowledge and conversation are extremely extraordinary. I heard that this person is your highness who asked Xue Shou to go to win over in person. Don't underestimate your highness's vision."
You know how."
When the old general Wagang first joined the King of Chu, Duan Zhixuan once told him that His Highness was recruiting people too casually.
But as time passed, Chu Suiliang discovered that these old Wagang generals were all fierce generals. It was easy for Cheng Yaojin, Luo Shixin, and Li Junxian to charge into the battle. And Qin Qiong was so powerful that few people could challenge him. Sometimes
On the battlefield, strategizing, even he had to admit that Qin Qiong was both a fierce general and a talented general.
However, Chu Suiliang's attention is not on Wei Zheng now, because it is not yet known whether this person is talented. He is more concerned about Xue Yuanjing. Different from the past, he always feels that the relationship between Xue Yuanjing and His Highness the King of Chu seems to have become closer today.
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In fact, Chu Sui saw it very clearly in his conscience. Among all the civil and military princes in the Chu palace, the king of Chu trusted no more than four people, namely Du Ruhui, Xue Shou, Duan Zhixuan, and Xie Shufang. The next best were Xue Yuanjing, Wei Siqi, Qin Qiong, and others.
.The worst one is Duguying who records events and joins the army.
Even Yuwen Rutong, who was in charge of the Weihe Workshop, seemed to have more trust from the King of Chu than he did.
He once told his father Chu Liang about his doubts, and his father told him that just let everything take its course, and forcing things may not necessarily lead to good results.
But when he saw Xue Yuanjing's changes today, he always felt a deep sense of crisis. How could he fall behind others if he was as talented as Xue Shou and others?
Wei Siqi's thoughts were similar to Chu Suiliang's. However, he felt that as the number of aides under the King of Chu increased, his status would become lower and lower. He had to make changes, otherwise he would be eliminated.
After chatting for a while, Li Junxian said regretfully: "It would be better if Mao Gong was here."
Xu Shiji? Li Zhiyun also coveted this person very much, but he was not confident that he could recruit him because this person was a staunch neutral during the Xuanwu Sect incident, and he was afraid that he would not be willing to serve under him.
"Forget it, he is focusing on raising horses in the house every day. Last time I went to see him and wanted to invite him, but he shook his head and refused." Cheng Yaojin was angrily, "Brother, I will not forget him, but he will not.
It’s really annoying to give face to my brother.”
The atmosphere was a little stiff for a while.
Li Zhiyun said to Wei Zheng: "Today there is a dish that I specially ordered to be cooked. Xuancheng must try it."
After saying this, Li Zhiyun clapped his hands.
Li Zhen walked in with vinegar and celery and placed it in front of Wei Zheng.
Wei Zheng was overjoyed and quickly thanked Li Zhiyun.
"Thank you for the reward, Your Highness."
After that, let’s get started.
Seeing this, Li Zhiyun couldn't help but smile. Others also joked that Wei Zheng had a unique taste and actually liked vinegar and celery.
Seeing that Xu Shiji's matter was easily handled, Qin Qiong glared at Cheng Yaojin and whispered: "If you haven't come here with La Maogong, don't talk about it. Why bother His Highness and cause trouble for Maogong? Everyone has his own ambitions, you can do whatever you want.
He is."
Cheng Yaojin replied: "I can't bear to see him wasting his time. I invited him with good intentions, but he refused me. Isn't he ignorant of good people's hearts?"
"You, ugh." Qin Qiong shook her head and drank without saying a word.
Although they are all old acquaintances of Wagang, time will change everything. Just like the confrontation between him and Shan Xiongxin at the foot of Tongguan.
After eating, Li Zhiyun looked at Du Ruhui and said, "Keming, is there any vacancy in the Prince of Chu's palace now?"
Du Ruhui bowed and said: "There is one vacancy for the Fa Cao Cunjun, one vacancy for the Bing Cao Clan for the Military, and two vacancies for the Record Office."
At present, the civil and military positions in the Chu Palace are roughly as follows.
After Wang Tong's death, Li Zhiyun petitioned the emperor to appoint Du Ruhui as the chief historian of the Chu palace, and Xue Shou as the marching commander.
Xue Yuanjing served as a counselor to join the military. Chu Suiliang had previously joined the army as a recorder, but later changed to a counselor to serve in the military. Chu Liang was formerly a member of the Kai Cao army. Yuwen Rutong was also a member of the Kai Cao army. Dugu Ying served as a recorder and joined the army. Wei Siqi was appointed as the head of the Chu palace.
book.
Duan Zhixuan and Xie Shufang were the commanders of the left and right armies respectively.
Qin Qiong and Yuchi Gong were the general managers of the cavalry and were in charge of the cavalry.
Cheng Yaojin, Li Junxian, Luo Shixin, Niu Jinda and others were the guards and commanders.
These positions range from fourth grade to eighth grade and are within the system.