The sun was shining brightly yesterday, but there were showers this morning, and the ground was still wet at this time. Many guests came to General Wei's mansion yesterday, but Wang Guang did not come. It was only now that he and Zhuge Shu came to visit.
Qin Liang immediately left the front hall and the pavilion, handed over everything to Chief Shi Fu Gu, and took Wang Guang and his wife to the inner house.
Wang Lingjun and Xuanji also came out, and the group went all the way to the high platform facing the gatehouse of the inner house. It was not yet noon, so Qin Liang ordered the maid to take out drinks, dried fruits, fruits and other items and put them on them.
In daily interactions, Qin Liang was still very enthusiastic towards Wang Guang. After all, when Qin Liang went to the Wang family, the Wang family treated him very well.
Qin Liang turned to Wang Guang, who was walking side by side on the stone staircase, and said: "We will have lunch here in a while. I will call the dancer at home to come over and perform so that my uncle can appreciate it."
Wang Guang is proficient in music and dance, and sometimes he personally teaches the Wang family's tricks.
Wang Guang stroked his thick black beard and said with a smile: "I'm not saying this politely. At last year's banquet, Zhongming's music and dance were really good. Especially the sword dance at the beginning of the banquet was quite fresh. "
Zhuge Shu's voice said from behind: "Isn't Zhongming also proficient in music?"
Qin Liang turned his head and cupped his hands and said: "I only have a little understanding, so my uncle can be considered proficient."
There was a large open hall on this high platform, and there were several rooms next to it. There were only five people in the group, so Qin Liang took everyone to sit down in a smaller room. The smaller room was more convenient for conversation.
There is also a flying bridge on the west side of the high platform, which is connected to a nearby attic. Qin Liang has long felt that this flying bridge built in mid-air is labor-intensive but of little practical value because the nearby buildings are not dense. However, There seems to be this kind of flying bridge in the imperial palace. When Cao Shuang built his mansion, he probably modeled it on the palace.
Several people sat down and talked about household matters for a while. After the maids brought the things in, they also asked Qin Liangping to leave.
Xuanji's position is next to Zhuge Shu. But she is probably not trying to be next to Zhuge Shu, but deliberately avoiding Wang Guang. Because she is on the same side as Wang Guang, if Wang Guang wants to talk to Xuanji, he has to turn to the side. We still have to be separated from Zhuge Shu.
As for Wang Guang and Qin Liang, it is much more convenient for Lingjun to speak, as they can see each other's faces when they raise their heads.
Not to mention that Wang Guang never visits the Three Treasures Hall for no reason, but at such an opportunity as today, he must have something serious to do when he comes to visit.
Sure enough, he took the initiative and said: "Zhongming has made great contributions to the country. Your grandfather wants to take credit for Zhongming and is promoted to General of Hussars. He also serves as General of the Guards. He leads the Second Battalion of Zhongba Zhongjian and is conferred the title of Marquis of Pinggao County." .”
As soon as Wang Guang mentioned it, Qin Liang immediately came back to his senses.
People talk so strangely. When they say good things first, it is usually not a good thing. Moreover, Wang Guang is eager to emphasize the reward for Qin Liang, which must mean that Qin Liang compromises on the expansion of real power!
Qin Liang's demand for power expansion, in addition to allowing Deng Ai and others to gain greater power, is to get involved in Zhongyang's personnel power, that is, to decide and interfere with the appointment of state-level officials. If the governor and governor are selected, Qin Liang can also After all, the situation will be completely different.
As soon as Wang Guang finished speaking, Ling Jun, who was kneeling next to Qin Liang, also turned his head and his bright eyes flicked across his face.
Qin Liang's mood was a little complicated, but his expression did not change. He was even a little distracted for a moment, his eyes looking outside the open wooden window. This place is located on a high platform, and you can directly see the sky and Mang Mountain in the distance from the window.
It was still mid-June, autumn had not yet arrived, and it had not cooled down much even though it had rained. The air was still hot, and the occasional wind did not bring much coolness. The sky was covered with clouds, and the shadow of Mang Mountain was also grey-black and hazy. It's hazy and not as clear as it is on a clear day.
Qin Liang glanced sideways at Lingjun, as if they were having a silent conversation.
Then Qin Liang spoke calmly and said to Wang Guang straightforwardly: "Guanqiu Jian is guilty of treason, but everyone knows that he is not rebelling against the emperor, but us. I led the army to suppress the rebellion, in fact, it was just to protect our own Everything is something that should be done. If you increase the reward for yourself because of this, will the world find it too ugly?"
Wang Guangqiang smiled and said: "It doesn't matter."
What both of them said was very nice. Qin Liang always said "we" and his words were quite humble.
However, the hussar general has no practical significance! There is a slight difference in status. General Wei is described in the file as "the third Duke of inferior status", while the hussar general is "the third Duke of the same position". This is the only difference.
The problem is that the two Sangongs today have neither military power nor real power. Why does Qin Liang compare with the Sangong? The comparison must also be compared with the generals, so all generals are under the generals. The Wei State does not have the "Wu State" Titles like "Great General".
Qin Liang went on to say: "It's enough to have a county prince, not a hussar general. On the contrary, those generals who participated in the war and stood on our side during the civil war should be appeased and rewarded."
Wang Guang nodded and said: "What Zhong Ming said is very true. The imperial court has recently issued an edict to reward the officers and soldiers based on their merits. They must not be stingy. They can allocate cloth and silk money from Taicang and Changmancang to reward meritorious service." Soldiers."
He paused for a moment and then said: "But Deng Ai's reputation is not very good. How about making him a marquis and still guarding Xuchang. When there is another opportunity, how about being promoted to an official position?"
Sun Li was asked to serve as the governor of Jizhou. Zhongming had served as Sun Li's official before and knew his talents and conduct. Sun Li should be qualified to serve as the governor of Jizhou. As the governor of Jingzhou, it would be enough to promote Wang Ji, the governor of Anfeng County.
The governor of Youzhou asked He Zhen to take over Guanqiu Jian's position. After Tian Yu returned to Bingzhou, Zhongming appointed Wen Qin's "Xinghu Xianbei Xiaowei" and changed him to "Huwuwan Xiaowei", and also gave him a title of marquis to assist He Zhen punishes Karasuma."
Qin Liang did not interrupt Wang Guang, but his heart was already filled with anger! Perhaps it was because the weather had not yet cooled down, so Qin Liang felt that he was very angry at this time.
Who is He Zhen? Qin Liang thought for a while, and he seemed to be a county guard. Qin Liang knew some of the famous people in the Wei Dynasty. He had never seen He Zhen in person, but he had read He Zhen's articles. This man is quite talented in literature and can be regarded as a famous person.
There is also the relationship between Sun Li and Qin Liang. There is indeed some connection. Sun Li's transition from the governor of Jingzhou to the governor of Jizhou was just a smooth transition. But after such a back and forth operation, Wang Ji was promoted from the governor to the governor in the end. Governor? Wang Ji had served as Wang Ling's assistant a long time ago.
Although the power of Wei gradually fell away from the Cao family, there is a difference between imperial power and centralization. Wei is still the country that has done the best in centralizing power among the three kingdoms. It is impossible to say that Qin Liang captured Youzhou in the civil war. , Youzhou belongs to him. The Wei State has not yet reached the point of internal division of territory. When Sima Yi captured Gongsun Yuan, Youzhou could not become his. All he could do was kill all the locals. However, like the Wang family Such an arrangement will certainly make Qin Liang very dissatisfied!
At this time, Qin Liang actually suppressed his emotions and did not show it on his face at all. He was still calm for the most part, but was silent for a while.
Qin Liang had just returned to Luoyang the day before yesterday and went to the Wang family residence. At that time, he had communicated with Wang Guang in the front hall courtyard. At that time, Qin Liang clearly conveyed his attitude. After face-to-face communication, he believed that Wang Guang had already
Clearly understand Qin Liang’s appeal.
So when we met to discuss today, Qin Liang obviously didn't have much need to express his emotions again.
At this time, Qin Liang also understood the attitude of the Wang family: they were unwilling to continue to delegate power.
If Qin Liang wants to sincerely fight with the Wang family at this time, there is no way out. All important matters must be done in the name of the royal family. As long as Qin Liang joins forces with the Queen Mother Guo, Zhongshu Province also has his people. If Wang Ling wants to arrange things smoothly, he can
You will face various difficulties!
There is no point in fighting the Wang family in this way. It will only escalate the spiral of conflicts, make internal fighting more frequent, and affect the governance situation. This matter needs to be considered in the long term and re-thought.
But if you are just secretly dissatisfied in your own heart, it won't work. It will not do any good except falling into mental internal friction. If you have any emotions, you should express them immediately. If you can't express them after considering the pros and cons, then find a way to digest them yourself and endure them.
use!
So Qin Liang immediately proposed a new plan: "Han Guan is old and performed poorly during the attack on Jiangling. Transfer him back to Luoyang as a capital official, and let Deng Ai take over as the governor of Yuzhou."
When Qin Liang said this, Wang Guang seemed to breathe a sigh of relief.
Since it is a discussion, it is normal to bargain. As long as Qin Liang is still willing to raise conditions, then things can continue.
Wang Guangdao: "Deng Ai did a good job in Nan'an County. It would be better to let him go to Liangzhou and become the governor of Liangzhou. We can first transfer Xiahou Ba from Liangzhou back to Luoyang, and then let Deng Ai take over Xiahou Ba.
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Yuzhou is the heartland of the Wei Dynasty; while Liangzhou has a small population, no taxation, only a lot of Hu and Qiang people, and they often rebel. What's more, the most powerful person on the western front, with the greatest military power, Guo Huai, is an in-law of the Wang family.
However, Liangzhou is the frontline against the Shu Han. Qin Liang had long been thinking about how to place his own people in the Yongliang area, and now he suddenly had an opportunity.
Qin Liang did not object, but said: "Xia Houxuan and others are like frightened birds. I am afraid that Xia Houba of Liangzhou will not be able to summon them back."
Wang Guang thought for a moment and said, "What can he do?"
Changing from the governor of Yuzhou to the governor of Liangzhou was a loss. Qin Liang added: "Fu Gu, Du Yu and others accompanied the army to make plans and made great contributions. Xiong Shou led the cavalry to defeat the Wuwan soldiers at the beginning of the war, which was a great military achievement."
Wang Guangdao: "Xiong Shou is a lieutenant in the Central Military Academy. He will be given the title of fourth-rank general, the same as the general of the fifth camp, and the number of households in the city will be increased. Fu Gu and others will be appointed as assistants, so they can gain merit."
Qin Liang said again: "The city gate captain is vacant. Fu Gu used to be the Yin of Henan Province, so let him serve as the city gate captain?"
Wang Guang nodded and said, "I will tell your grandfather what Zhong Ming said."
The two were talking about business, and the women next to them didn't say much. Because the three women were members of their own family, the husband and son-in-law didn't deliberately avoid them.
That's fine. Wang Lingjun saw it with her own eyes and heard it with her own ears. Of course she could understand that Qin Liang was trying his best to take care of the relationship between the two families.
Qin Liang was furious, at least he didn't show it, and continued to bargain with Wang Guang normally, keeping the atmosphere and tone under control.
In any case, Wang Lingjun's surname is also Wang, and Qin Liang's attitude is also a sign of his heart. It's like he reserved venison, cold melon and other trivial matters for Lingjun Xuanji. Whether they want to eat it or not is not important. What is important is Qin Liang
Have that heart.
Of course, Qin Liang didn't do it to show off to Wang Lingjun. He figured it out last night. Intensifying the conflict with the Wang family at this time would be of no benefit at all! Qin Liang's opportunity is not at this time.
Objectively speaking, Qin Liang can afford to wait, but time is not on the Wang family's side.