After washing up, Di Xin, who had changed into a rich suit, sat behind the desk and nodded calmly.
Laifu respectfully stepped back. After a while, Ouyang Xuan, who was still dressed as a Qianhu official, walked in with a long knife, and the door was gently closed by Laifu from the outside.
"I humbly pay my respects to His Royal Highness Prince Yu."
"Get up."
Emperor Xin put down the "Treatise on Febrile and Miscellaneous Diseases" in his hand and looked Ouyang Xuan up and down: "Do you know why I called you here?"
Ouyang Xuan really couldn't figure it out, and he didn't make any wild guesses: "I don't know what I am doing, so please let Your Highness make it clear."
Di Xin did not answer directly, but asked again: "I see that your cultivation has reached the late stage of Houtian Warrior, why are you still just a Zheng Qianhu?"
Di Xin discovered this anomaly when he was at the south gate.
Although the rank of Zheng Qianhu is not low, and it is an official position of the fifth rank, it is a bit low for a person like Ouyang Xuan.
It's not because Ouyang Xuan is the son of the commander, but based on his martial arts level.
As I said before, the Ancient Moon Realm is a low-demon world, and the innate talent of martial arts cultivators and the talents of warlocks are already the ceiling of this world's martial arts.
Xiantian warriors are martial arts masters respected by the world. Even if they defect to the imperial court, they will inevitably be granted the title of national master and will not have to kneel before the emperor.
Ouyang Xuan was already in the late acquired stage, and there was only one acquired consummation period between him and his breakthrough to Xiantian. Moreover, while waiting for Ouyang Xuan to arrive, Di Xin had already sent people to check his details.
Ouyang Xuan, twenty-five years old, has been in the army for ten years now, and has fought more than a hundred wars with the invading Turks. He is qualified for the position of commander in terms of both strength and merit. He can be said to be the proud man of heaven.
It’s not an exaggeration to describe it.
However, judging from the current situation, Ouyang Xuan is only a member of a thousand households, and he does not have his own guardhouse yet, so he can only be on duty in Taicang City.
After hearing Di Xin's question, Ouyang Xuan fell into silence.
"If you don't want to say it, that's okay." Di Xin said calmly.
"Of course I can't thank Your Highness enough for my humble position."
Ouyang Xuan stood upright and asked expressionlessly: "It's just that I'm just a small Zheng Qianhu. Although I have a little bit of combat power, I won't be noticed by His Highness."
"Why is Your Highness so concerned about his humble position?"
Go straight to the point.
Di Xin nodded slightly, with a trace of satisfaction in his eyes. He liked such direct people, because in this way both of them could save a lot of unnecessary wasted time.
The purpose of Di Xin coming to the Ancient Moon Realm is to become the Realm Lord and obtain the Ether Flower. Although this cannot be accomplished overnight, with more than twenty Realm Lords participating at the same time, he can build his own power more quickly.
Nature is also great.
Of course, this does not mean that Ouyang Xuan is simple and brainless. His performance at the South Gate during the day has proven his intelligence.
The reason why he chose to go straight is because he saw that this was the best way to deal with it at the moment.
In this case, Di Xin also chose to be honest.
Di Xin pointed to the seat not far away, motioned for Ouyang Xuan to sit down first, and said: "The emperor has decreed that I will be made the general of Zhenguan, responsible for controlling the border. You should know about this."
Ouyang Xuan nodded. This news had been delivered by fast horse a few days ago. All officials and soldiers at the border including Taicang City had already known the news, and he was naturally no exception.
Di Xin picked up the tea cup, moistened his throat, and continued: "Then you should also know that after the king entered the city last night, none of the officials who were supposed to come to pay homage were seen, and even this morning there was still no one."
Ouyang Xuan continued to nod. If he had not been on duty at the south gate today, then with his rank, he would have had a seat in the prefect's office today.
"I don't care about these courtesies. If I were just passing by, these trivial matters would be in the past."
At this point, Di Xin's tone also became serious: "However, I am about to take office, and Taicang City will also be under my jurisdiction in the future. If you are made trouble and despised now, what do you think of my king's decrees being issued here in the future?
What will happen?"
"The government order doesn't make sense."
Ouyang Xuan frowned, and his face quickly became embarrassed: "If we encounter a Turkic invasion, it may even delay the fighter plane."
As expected of someone who discovered his true identity through a few details. He was really sharp and caught the key points right away.
Di Xin took over the conversation: "The front line at the border is long and narrow, and the Turks may invade the border at any time from any point. If we fail to unite as one, it will lead to a blockage of government orders, which may result in the loss of troops and generals, the loss of cities and land, and even more serious..."
After Di Xin paused for a moment, he said word by word: "If the border defense line is breached and the Turkic army penetrates deep into the territory of Dali, what do you think will happen?"
If you drive straight in, there is no danger to defend.
These eight characters flashed through Ouyang Xuan's mind instantly.
Emperor Xin did not wait for Ouyang Xuan's answer, but continued: "The fundamental reason is that I come from the capital. Although I was named the general of Zhenguan, I have no foundation at the border."
Having said this, how could Ouyang Xuan not understand Di Xin's intention of calling him here, which was to win over him.
However, although he was far away at the border, he also knew that the princes Cheng Wang and Jing Wang had started fighting openly and secretly while the emperor was seriously ill, and they were waiting for Emperor Bintian to sit on that seat.
His Royal Highness King Yu is also one of the princes.
Ouyang Xuan didn't know if King Yu had any plans to fight for the throne in the future, but he didn't want to get involved in the messy affairs of the royal family.
But if he refused directly, he would undoubtedly become enemies with His Royal Highness Prince Yu in front of him. A trace of struggle flashed in Ouyang Xuan's eyes.
Di Xin saw Ouyang Xuan's hesitation, smiled slightly and said: "I will stay in Taicang City for a while, you don't have to make a choice so quickly."
"Don't worry, even if you don't want to in the end, I won't force you."
"Thank you, His Highness King Yu."
Ouyang Xuan breathed a sigh of relief. He could tell that Di Xin was not telling lies. After struggling for a while, he finally asked his biggest doubt: "Your Highness, why did you choose me?"
"Because I think you are a pretty good person."
Di Xin didn't explain too much, and asked him to retreat after a simple sentence.
Shortly after Ouyang Xuan left, Laifu and Xizi entered the study together.
Laifu bowed slightly and said respectfully: "Your Highness, the governor of Taicang City, Zhou Yanwai, and the commander, Ouyang Lie, along with all the ministers, are outside asking for an audience."