Chapter four hundred and eighty-ninth pretending to be a ghost
Yang Fan didn't take it seriously. He looked submissive on his face, but he was full of curses in his heart.
Install it, you continue to install it!
Speaking so grandly, His Majesty Li Er is obviously afraid that he will steal his little beauty, right?
Haha, we have already seen through you!
Looking at Yang Fan's "I know you very well" expression, His Majesty Li Er was immediately stunned and blurted out: "I have been obsessed with lust at a young age. I am simply unrepentant. I like beautiful women so much. Why don't I just give Xu Hui to you?"
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As soon as he finished speaking, Yang Fan thanked him and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your kindness. I am sorry for this!"
Now Li Er was dumbfounded!
This bastard is so shameless. Didn't you hear that I was speaking out of anger?
But once Chrysostom is opened, it is difficult to catch up, and even if you want to go back on it, you can't.
While feeling distressed, His Majesty Li Er looked at Changsun Wuji, hoping that his uncle could come to the rescue.
But Changsun Wuji sat still like an old monk, with his eyebrows lowered and his head lowered, counting the ants on the ground.
Therefore, His Majesty Li Er could only turn to Fang Xuanling for help.
This time Fang Xuanling was really stunned!
In his opinion, the jealousy between men and women is the most difficult thing in the world. He knows nothing about it.
However, this guy Yang Fan is really stupid.
He even dared to snatch His Majesty Li Er's woman, but I don't know whether to say Yang Fan was brave or ignorant.
This shock made Fang Xuanling cover her face and dare not look directly.
But if Fang Xuanling knew that Yang Fan's eldest son, Sun Wugou, had already taken action, I wonder if he would doubt his life.
Yang Fan, on the other hand, turned a blind eye to His Majesty Li Er's face, which was as black as the bottom of a pot.
It would be a lie to say that you are not attracted to a woman like Xu Hui. What man wouldn’t want to have a woman like this?
Although Wu Meiniang at home and Princess Gaoyang who is about to enter the family are famous, in terms of loyalty in love, they may not be as good as Xu Hui.
Of course, it's not that Wu Meiniang and others are not devoted to Yang Fan, but that strong women like Wu Meiniang and others can live well without relying on men.
More importantly, Yang Fan wanted His Majesty Li Er to know what it means to be welcome.
Looking at the few people pretending to be dumbfounded, His Majesty Li Er was filled with resentment.
But the words had already been spoken, His Majesty Li Er could only look at Xu Hui with some reluctance, and said: "You go down and clean up first, and you will follow Marquis Zhongyi back in three days."
"According to the order!" Xu Hui glanced at Yang Fan shyly and left with small steps.
Nowadays, Yang Fan is becoming more and more famous, and he has a vague demeanor as a leader of the younger generation.
For such a young talent, what girl would not be pregnant?
Seeing Xu Hui's leaving figure, His Majesty Li Er was so depressed that he had no choice but to vent his anger on Yang Fan.
He stared at Yang Fan for a long time, but Yang Fan, a thick-skinned guy, was not moved at all.
Knowing that this trick was useless to this bastard, His Majesty Li Er said angrily: "Are you satisfied now? If you have something to say, just say it, and if you have something to say, let it go. But if you don't have an explanation that satisfies me, it depends on your head.
How hard!”
"No!" Yang Fan rubbed the head that had just been beaten by His Majesty Li Er, and said honestly: "Your Majesty, since it won't rain, let's just let it rain."
"Do you think you are the God of Thunder and the Mother of Lightning? You can rain whenever you want it to rain?" Changsun Wuji said indignantly.
Yang Fan disagreed: "Throughout the dynasties, what would the court do when encountering this kind of situation?"
Changsun Wuji suppressed his anger and replied: "Of course we have to set up an altar to offer sacrifices to heaven and pray for rain!"
Then he showed a look of disdain as if you were even asking this simple question.
Yang Fan turned a blind eye and continued to ask: "Then why doesn't Your Majesty ask for rain due to drought this year?"
Changsun Wuji gloated and did not answer the question. He could only look at Yang Fan with an idiot's eyes.
The so-called praying for rain is just a play performed by the emperors for the common people, with the purpose of calming the people's hearts.
Apart from those ancient myths and stories, where are there any records in history books about praying for rain and getting it?
Seeing that Yang Fan still wanted to ask the question, Fang Xuanling could only explain awkwardly: "Ahem... the success rate of praying for rain is actually not very high."
This has been said very clearly.
The meaning is obvious, asking for rain is just a trick to fool people.
Yang Fan, however, seemed not to understand, and said persistently: "There must be a road for cars to reach the mountain, and for boats to reach the bridge, it will be straight. Your Majesty doesn't ask for rain, so how do you know it won't rain?"
Changsun Wuji once again said in a strange tone: "Haha, what Marquis Zhongyi said is nice, and it fits your character very well. You can lie down to die, and never sit down to live, but you talk about the foundation of the empire and His Majesty's reputation so easily.
, isn’t it too childish!”
His Majesty Li Er also felt that Yang Fan was too salty, and scolded him with some hatred: "Marquis Zhongyi, this matter is related to the great cause of the empire. You must be careful in your words and deeds in the future, and you must not lie in vain."
Although the words are a bit harsh, they are deliberately defending.
Of course His Majesty Li Er knew that this uncle was targeting Yang Fan, but he could not let it develop.
At middle age, Li Er must leave some talents for the future heirs of the empire.
Although Changsun Wuji is not bad in terms of talent and ability, it is a pity that he is young and has too many entanglements.
It's okay that he is alive, but if he dies, the future emperor may not be able to suppress an old fox like Changsun Wuji.
Yang Fan is completely different. Not only is he young, but his background is not that complicated. His Majesty Li Er is very satisfied with this.
But Yang Fan also has weaknesses.
Although this bastard is top-notch in talent and ability, his personality is too overbearing.
The way he behaves is incompatible with other people, which makes Li Er both happy and worried!
Because this kind of personality is somewhat unsuitable for the officialdom of having both sides.
Looking at His Majesty Li Er who had high hopes for him, he knew that the emperor had misunderstood.
Yang Fan had no choice but to explain with a grimace: "Everyone...actually what I want to say is that praying for rain can actually be done."
"Asking your Majesty to pray for rain is just a cover-up. It will not only stabilize people's hearts, but also improve your Majesty's status among the people."
His Majesty Li Er and others looked at each other, and then asked in unison: "You said you have a way to make it rain when?"
Several people were still a little confused, and then they asked in surprise.
Seeing the fuss made by a few people, Yang Fan said in a disgusting manner: "Well, as long as you like to use your brain, you can always come up with it. As the saying goes, there must be a road before the car reaches the mountain, and there must be a road when the boat reaches the bridge... Oh! Your Majesty, don't
kick!"
Seeing that Yang Fan was showing off again, His Majesty Li Er couldn't bear it anymore and kicked Yang Fan to the ground with a big kick, and then kicked him a few more times out of anger.
Fang Xuanling also looked excited. She rushed forward and pressed Yang Fan tightly, asking: "What are you talking about? You really have a way? Why didn't you tell me earlier? You made me worry for a long time..."
Fang Xuanling no longer cared about the image of a gentleman, her face turned red and her beard almost stood up.
It is indeed too difficult to be besieged by family officials during this period!
Changsun Wuji dug his ears in disbelief.
If Yang Fan can really control when it rains, how is he different from a god?
For the first time, Changsun Wuji had doubts about his choice, and even regretted going against Yang Fan.
He did not doubt the authenticity of Yang Fan's words at all.
If you say it in a hurry, it will be broken with one poke!
After a while, His Majesty Li Er and Fang Xuanling felt a little too excited.
After coughing a few times, the two of them returned to their seats as if nothing had happened.
His Majesty Li Er took a sip of tea to hide his embarrassment and asked: "Tell me, how should I do it?"
Although Yang Fan was a little depressed, he adjusted his clothes and replied: "It is said that the southeast wind will start blowing tomorrow and will last for a month."
"Yes, Taishi Ling Li Chunfeng also said it, but what does this have to do with rain?" His Majesty Li Er was a little confused.
This actually confused Yang Fan, who didn't know how to explain it.
Southeast wind is a type of wind direction. Meteorologically, the direction in which the wind blows is determined as the direction of the wind.
Simply put, southeast wind is the wind blowing from the southeast and the wind blowing northwest.
Chang'an is located in the northwest. If there is a southeast wind, clouds will inevitably blow in. However, the southeast wind is faster and the dark clouds cannot stay and gather, so it has been dry.
But this does not stump Yang Fan!
If it were cloudless, Yang Fan could only stare.
But if there are clouds, Yang Fan can let these ancients see the power of technology.
As long as the southeast wind keeps blowing and there are clouds in the sky, Yang Fan will definitely be able to solve the drought problem and keep all the water vapor passing through the sky in the Guanzhong area.
But these problems were too complicated for the ancients and they could not be explained clearly.
So Yang Fan could only pretend to be profound and said: "Your Majesty, as the saying goes, there are gods when you raise your head, so some things are better kept secret."
"But please rest assured, Your Majesty, I dare to issue a military order. If it doesn't rain, I am willing to sacrifice my head!"
Seeing that Yang Fan was so sure, His Majesty Li Er finally couldn't let go.
Although this kid is mischievous, he usually cherishes his life.
Thinking of this, His Majesty Li Er did not ask any more questions, but smiled and scolded: "Why do I need your head? I just want the spring plowing to proceed normally... I don't care, do you need to prepare anything?"
"Your Majesty, in order to keep it secret, the minister needs to have the authority to mobilize the imperial army. You see... the right guard Zuoying used the minister quite smoothly during the Battle of Tubo. I wonder if..." Yang Fan put forward the conditions directly without being polite.
His Majesty Li Er did not have the slightest doubt, and just when he was about to agree, Changsun Wuji suddenly quit!
This behavior of eating alone used to belong to his eldest grandson's family, but now Yang Fan left it all to his old subordinates.
So Changsun Wuji quickly interjected: "Your Majesty, although Marquis Zhongyi has the power of gods and ghosts and considers every word and action, balance is the most important thing in the court. If only the right guard soldiers are used, how can the left guard be convinced?"
As soon as this statement came out, everyone was suddenly enlightened.
Because Hou Junji was dismissed, His Majesty Li Er asked Changsun Chong to lead the left guard army on his behalf.
This is a good opportunity to gain credit. Changsun Wuji obviously wants to benefit his son Changsun Chong.
Regarding Changsun Wuji's suggestion, His Majesty Li Er did not refute it. Instead, he asked Yang Fan to follow it and allocate half of the manpower to each of the left and right guards.
As an emperor, of course he knows better about balance.
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In the Zuowei camp, Chang Sun Chong was sitting in command, looking majestic in his shiny armor.
Although he looks handsome, no matter how you look at him, he lacks a hint of masculinity.
At this time, Changsun Chong was expressionless and serious, and he was very unhappy with Yang Fan's arrival.
Yang Fan sat down in the hall, feeling a little disapproving.
This guy actually wants to show off his power. Do you really think that if you stick a green onion in a pig's nose, you can pretend to be a elephant?
However, people like Changsun Chong may seem gentle and gentle, but he is always gloomy, wise, ruthless, and ruthless. It is better to be careful when dealing with such people.
Since this guy didn't speak, Yang Fan was too lazy to speak out, but Yang Fan was still a little anxious inside.
You know, after leaving the palace, he rushed here non-stop, but he was forced to do so.
The bet only lasts for three days. If you don't prepare quickly, you won't be able to make it in time.
Of course, this has to start with the military system of the Tang Dynasty.
The army of the Tang Dynasty had a military system that became famous in later generations.
The government military system is a conscription system based on the equalization of land between soldiers and farmers, integrating soldiers with farmers. It truly makes it possible to serve farmers in leisure time and serve as soldiers in war!
The imperial court set up several military offices in various parts of the Tang Dynasty, and the military offices in each region selected their soldiers from farmers in the prefectures and counties where they were located.
They usually give birth at home, train during the off-season, and the soldiers from the government have to go to the capital to take turns participating in the garrison mission of the capital.
The patrolling soldiers are led by the generals of the Sixteenth Guards. The Sixteenth Guards are not only the forbidden soldiers who guard the capital, but also the leading organization for commanding the imperial soldiers all over the world.
The Sixteenth Guards of the Tang Dynasty led more than 600 Zhechong Mansion from afar, staying in the middle and guarding the outside, and guarding the capital. They were a combination of the government soldiers and the imperial army.
Among the sixteen guards, the status of the two guards on the left and right is slightly higher.
Because these are two troops that control the palace guards, they are the best among the best!
However, not all of these forbidden troops were stationed in Chang'an City.
The left and right camps are stationed dozens of kilometers away from Chang'an City, leaning against each other!
Of course, confidentiality work must be done to carry out artificial rainfall this time, and the most elite troops must be mobilized to cooperate.
Although Changsun Wuji participated, the dirty work was too much, so Yang Fan did not strongly object to Zuo Wei joining.
Seeing that Yang Fan had no intention of speaking, Changsun Chong put down the imperial order in his hand and asked, "How many people do you need?"
Changsun Chong's tone was cold and his stinky face almost killed people, as if Yang Fan had slept with his wife.
Yang Fan held his tongue and didn't agree. Who should show this guy's stinky face?
If it weren't for His Majesty Li Er's order, who would want to come to you?
However, Yang Fan still said patiently:
"Fifteen hundred people are needed."
Although this guy is a pretender, who gave me a good father and a good aunt!
It would be meaningless to keep fussing with this guy.
Changsun Chong frowned and was a little displeased: "Although I don't know how you persuaded His Majesty to agree to transfer the left guard soldiers, I have to warn you that the left guard is the elite of the imperial court, and you can't just transfer them away if you want.
of!"
Yang Fan cursed in his heart and secretly scolded this guy for being ignorant.
If your father hadn't begged His Majesty Li Er for nothing, who would have wanted to ask for someone like you?
Why are you talking so much nonsense? In the end, don’t you have to act according to His Majesty Li Er’s will?
This guy obviously wants to show off his power.
However, Yang Fan knew very well that it would be a waste of time to confront this guy.
Then he said with a smile: "Hey, General Changsun is really powerful in armor. Only such a person can be qualified for the post of Zuowei general. However, it is precisely because Zuowei is strong that your Majesty will call on Zuowei's soldiers to do things."
"As for whether the soldiers can be transferred away, I believe in the loyalty of the soldiers of the Tang Dynasty. After all, I have your Majesty's imperial order."
Although it felt like Yang Fan's posture was lowered, his words were full of toughness.
The meaning is obvious. Although your eldest son, Sun Chong, temporarily leads the Left Guard Army, this is not your private army. They obey His Majesty.
Yang Fan's gesture made Changsun raise his eyebrows subconsciously.
Changsun Chong didn't have a good impression of Yang Fan at all.
Coming to Zuowei to mobilize troops at this time, in his opinion, was simply an act of provocation.
But after all, Yang Fan had the imperial order from His Majesty Li Er. Although he felt unhappy, he could only give in.
But Changsun Chong still couldn't help his curiosity and asked: "Tell me, general, what do you want these soldiers to do?"
Yang Fan refused without hesitation: "If General Changsun wants to know, why don't you ask Your Majesty yourself? This matter is extremely confidential. Please forgive me for not divulging anything."
"Of course, Zhao Guogong also understands. You can ask him. As for whether he is willing to tell you, it depends on the relationship between your father and son!"
"Oh? Father also knows about this?" Changsun Chong frowned more and more.
He knew that it was impossible for his father to harm him. Being able to let Yang Fan come to ask for someone showed that he had merit to be gained.
Changsun Chong understands Changsun Wuji's character so well. Sure enough, if you are not a member of the same family, you will not enter the same family!
People often say that no one knows his son better than his father.