Chapter five hundred and sixty eighth sudden attack
"Forgive me, Lord Marquis, I'm late for my humble duty!"
Qian Ning naturally knew that Xu Xun was not waiting at the Yimen to greet him, so after he was sincerely afraid of making amends, he quickly explained nonchalantly: "In fact, as soon as I returned to the Yamen today, all kinds of things piled up again and again. Moreover,
, Eunuch Liu summoned Beizi again, saying that if Dongchang randomly sent someone to take charge, there would probably be chaos in a short time, so he asked Beiji to take care of him for a few days, and wait until he found a suitable person..."
Hearing Qian Ning explain why he came late, Xu Xun suddenly smiled. Jiang Bin, who was not far behind him, felt his heart skip a beat.
Factory guards, factory guards, and Jinyiwei have always been in charge of military officials, while the expert factories such as Dongchang Factory have always been in charge of internal ministers. However, today, people do things as they please and never pay attention to the old rules and regulations, so this is the reason why
Qian Ning, a minister, went to supervise the inner factory, and if the East Factory is also captured by him this time, then Qian Ning's strength will suddenly surpass that of Jin Yiwei, who is now deteriorating. He should be able to walk sideways in the capital.
role!
"Oh, it turns out that Eunuch Liu asked you to temporarily take charge of the East Factory." Xu Xun nodded slightly, but did not continue to ask. He just said calmly, "Uncle Jingyang and your old colleagues and subordinates have already arrived. We just returned
I'm talking about you, you might as well go in and talk to everyone. You know, you are the most proud among them now."
"You can't be so talented in a humble job. It's all due to good opportunities and the cultivation of the Marquis."
Qian Ning spoke of himself as a Marquis, but when he saw that there was no clue in Xu Xun's smile, he didn't want to be so shameless and stood with others at the ceremony gate, so he exchanged a few words without saying anything.
Then he cupped his hands and entered. When he passed by Jiang Bin, he didn't notice the middle-aged man in casual clothes at all. He lowered his head and thought about what Liu Jin had told him before.
"Qian Ning, you have done a lot of hard work since you became the admiral of the inner factory. I was able to discover Qiu Ju's plan this time, thanks to your reminder. Our family has always been rewarded for merit and punished for delinquency. Now
The East Factory is a mess, and there are a lot of little guys under our family who are eager to take a fancy to that seat. But our family doesn’t want to use just a brainless person, so you can take charge of that stall in the East Factory. I believe you.
He is a smart man and will never let our family down, right?"
Qian Ning tried his best to find out about Qiu Ju's misdeeds and the activities that criticized Liu Jin behind his back, and finally overthrew Qiu Ju in one fell swoop. However, he only wanted to have one less opponent for him, but he didn't have the extravagant hope that he would actually succeed.
To be able to completely take over the huge business of Dongchang. Whether it is an expert factory or a west factory, they all have a very weak foundation. How can it be compared to the strong foundation of Dongchang, which has a history of nearly a hundred years?
He did rely on Xu Xun to climb up, but the vanguard commander of the government army seemed to have a good reputation and often appeared in front of the emperor, but it was difficult to say that he had any real power. If it weren't for Liu Jin, how could he be in charge of the second factory?
Such scenery? However, today Liu Jin was humbled in front of the emperor, and after the little emperor returned, he immediately instructed the cabinet to immediately draft an edict for Xu Xun to become a knight. Could this be a sign of the ebb and flow of the other? The risk of rashly siding with one another is too great.
Okay, it’s best to have both sides...
Jiang Bin looked at Qian Ning's back as he walked in. After a moment, he took two steps forward. He came to Xu Xun's side and saluted and said: "Master Marquis, everyone inside has settled down at the table. Mr. Xu and others are greeting guests.
As for the people, besides, General Cao is here, I don’t think I have any business to do, so I came out to see if the Marquis has any other orders."
"Have you met all of them?" Xu Xun did not answer Jiang Bin's words. Instead, he asked a question. When Jiang Bin nodded, he asked with a smile, "What do you think of these people?"
Jiang Bin was thinking about Qian Ning just now. Xu Xun unexpectedly asked him this. He couldn't help but be stunned for a moment. Then he thought about it quickly. After a while, he answered carefully: "Uncle Jingyang is a man."
He is steady and cheerful, but sometimes he has a bad temper, and this is also true when it comes to military use. He is usually quiet, but a sudden and violent attack makes people hard to guard against. Commander Ma seems to be quite meticulous, and he is only training the vanguard of the government army.
It is expected that they should be watertight people. General Xiao Xu and General Xiao Qi are both from noble families. Although they have never experienced combat, they are very easy-going among their colleagues and subordinates in the army, and they do not have the arrogance of noble sons..."
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"Okay, okay, I just want to ask you what is your first impression? You've come with so many people!" Xu Xun smiled and waved his hand, and then said with a half-smile, "However, you can see the subtle things, but you really use your experience.
very."
Even gods can't see so many things at first glance, even Shenying's fighting style. The answer is very simple. Jiang Bin might have found out clearly before he met these people.
It's clear! Seeing Jiang Bin being hurried and humble, Xu Xun immediately turned around and looked up at the gradually darkening sky. He thought to himself that he was not afraid of people's intentions, but only of their lack of intentions. Since Jiang Bin had shown courage and bravery, he also
Don't hesitate to use people. What's more, Liu Jin's previous actions may have greatly disturbed Qian Ning. As long as you can save both sides, the use will be very limited.
So, without looking back, he said: "Since everything has been arranged inside, and I have nothing to tell you, just stand here with me for a while, and let the party start a banquet at the beginning of the month of Xu!"
Jiang Bin knew that Xu Xun had left all the guests and was standing at the door. Of course, he would not just be waiting for those few big ones. It was very likely that the little emperor who had great trust in Xu Xun would also come in person. So, he was allowed to
Of course he wanted to wait here together, so he immediately agreed.
It was summer, and as the sun went down, the heat of the day gradually receded, but the wind still carried a bit of dry heat. After a while, people started to sweat again. Xu Xun caught a glimpse of Jiang Bin's forehead, which was shiny.
, but did not raise his hand to wipe it, and just stared outside. He couldn't help but smile. The next moment, he saw a figure rushing over from the corner in three steps and two steps.
"Master, Master, Emperor..." Jin Liu saw that there was Jiang Bin beside Xu Xun, and he twisted his lips when he spoke, "Eunuch Gu, Eunuch Zhang, they are all here!"
Seeing the sudden change in Jiang Bin's expression, Xu Xun knew that although Jin Liu spoke quickly, people still noticed it. However, he allowed Jiang Bin to accompany him here today, and his attitude was already very clear.
Dangjie smiled at Jin Liu and said, "Jiang Bin is not an outsider. There is no need to be vague. But they even brought the emperor?"
Seeing Jin Liu hesitate for a moment and then nodded, Xu Xun nodded slightly to Jiang Bin, and then raised his hand to Jin Liu to signal him to lead the way. However, he only saw the large screen wall in front of him from a distance. Only a few people gathered around him.
One of the young men walked towards this side. As soon as they met, the young man smiled and cupped his hands and said: "Oh, congratulations to the Marquis, congratulations to the Marquis!"
Jiang Bin guessed that the person coming must be Zhu Houzhao as soon as he saw the posture of the stars over the moon. However, he was just thinking about how to salute. Xu Xun's actions almost didn't make him stare out of his eyes.
"We are all happy together, it's all thanks to you!" Xu Xun also handed over his hands and winked at Zhu Houzhao with a smile on his face. Seeing that the little emperor was not only not angry, but overjoyed, he just nodded one by one next to Zhu Houzhao.
When those eunuchs saw that Liu Jin and Gao Feng, who was seriously ill, were expelled from Qiu Ju in the capital, Gu Da used Zhang Yong, Wei Bin, Ma Yongcheng, Luo Xiang and the remaining five tigers to have everything they needed. Miao Kui also followed, so he
He smiled and said: "Oh, I didn't expect that there would be so many people there at noon, but this evening only Lao Liu is missing."
"Who said I'm missing?"
Jiang Bin was surprised that Zhu Houzhao, a young emperor, was so informal when he heard such an abrupt remark. When he looked up, he saw an old man in his fifties with a white face and a beard walking over quickly, holding the hem of his robe.
His head and face were covered with sweat, as if he had rushed here in a hurry. Seeing that other people were calling Old Liu Budie with a smile, and a young eunuch next to the little emperor was calling him Eunuch Liu with a smile, he suddenly understood.
This is the powerful eunuch Liu Jin, the Supervisor of Ceremonies!
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Liu Jin was depressed during the day, and in an instant, the little emperor asked the cabinet to propose a promotion to the rank of Lord Xu. He had already smelled a dangerous atmosphere, and had to keep people staring at Zhu Houzhao. Sure enough, after the evening, he learned that the little emperor called for
As soon as Gu Dayong and others left the palace, he immediately hurried over.
At this moment, he first saluted Zhu Houzhao with a smile, as if he did not see the strange look in the little emperor's eyes. He then said to Xu Xun with a smile: "Brother Xu, such a young Marquis is the first of our Ming Dynasty.
, just for this reason, I have to prepare a big gift for you. Whoever comes, all come up!"
Following Liu Jin's instructions, there was a sudden burst of voices from behind. However, Liu Jin seemed not to notice the surprised look in everyone's eyes when they saw twenty or thirty male and female actors in costumes all came forward to salute and laughed.
He said calmly: "Of course I know that you, Mr. Xu, are not a lecherous person. These were given to me as a troupe by others before. I don't like them, so it is useless to keep them, so I borrowed flowers and presented them to you. After all,
I heard that there is a new play in your leisure garden, and there will definitely be a place where they can be used. If you don't like it, you might as well go back to the heroic spirit you had last time in Ningxia and reward the top soldiers."
As soon as he said this, Zhu Houzhao was immediately happy, and immediately nodded and said: "This gift is really unique. I saw this theater troupe and sent it to Xianyuan. I am waiting for the performance of "The Peony Pavilion" until the flowers have withered. There are so many
Small plays can be rehearsed faster!" After saying this, he gently fanned his sleeves, then frowned and said, "Can't you just stand outside and talk all the time? Xu Xun, you won't do it because of the gathering of guests today.
, just keep me out?"
When Liu Jin heard this, he immediately looked at Xu Xun. If Xu Xun had brought Zhu Houzhao in so boldly, it would only be those generals who were close to him, but there would be countless civil servants who would secretly blame him for his arrogance; and if not
Zhu Houzhao would definitely be unhappy if he brought people in. However, what disappointed him was that Xu Xun didn't even blink.
"The emperor is the most distinguished guest. How dare I keep you out? To be honest, the courtyard outside the main hall is also full of banquets today. It is inconvenient to have so many people talking. I am in the next hall behind the main hall.
There is a separate seat in the room. You can hear the movement in front of you, but you can't hear the movement in front of you. It is elegant and quiet. If the emperor wants to find someone to liven up with, I will ask Xu Yanche and the others to come out to accompany him later.
If the emperor just wants to see my precious daughter, then he might as well be quiet."
"Okay, just in the next hall...well, don't inform others, I will also be the person listening in the corner!"
Zhu Houzhao nodded with interest, and Xu Xun smiled and beckoned Jiang Bin over, saying: "Take the emperor and go around from behind. Don't let anyone see you. I, the rightful owner, cannot leave the guests behind today."
, you will be by your side to take care of the Emperor."
Facing this pie falling from the sky, Jiang Bin felt a little dizzy. Just as he was agreeing, he unexpectedly took a step forward diagonally and appeared right in front of him. He saw clearly that it was Zhu Houzhao.
Personally, he was at a loss for a moment. He clearly knew that he should salute. But his feet were so stiff that he couldn't make any movements. Finally, by accident, he cupped his hands like Xu Xun and said, "I have met Mr. Zhu."
"Haha, Miao, Miao, you are good!"
Zhu Houzhao nodded with satisfaction, then tilted his head and glanced at Xu Xun and said, "Who is this wonderful man?"
"The emperor just promoted him to direct the affairs of the capital. Why did he forget who he was?" Xu Xun smiled slightly. Seeing Zhu Houzhao immediately racking his brains to remember, he did not remind him and just stood there leisurely.
Next to him, sure enough, after a while, the little emperor slapped his hands hard and said, "I remembered, is it that Datong guerrilla general Jiang...Jiang Bin?"
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At this moment, Jiang Bin just felt overwhelmed with gratitude. There are nine border towns in the world, and there are hundreds of people in each border town from the general to the guerrilla general. It is definitely a great honor to be able to let the emperor remember his name.
The incident proved that he rushed all the way from Datong, and then followed Xu Xun with great patience, fighting against the bandits and suppressing the rebellion. It was all worth it. So, he took a deep breath and
He bowed deeply and said: "This is Jiang Bin who is responsible for this humble job."
"Okay, okay, that's you. You go in with me and tell me about the new and fun things outside!"
As Jiang Bin respectfully led the little emperor's group in, Xu Xun couldn't help but smile slightly when he saw Liu Jin following closely. He thought to himself that Liu Jin was really shocked by the trip at noon today, and he was afraid that he would be taken aback like this.
The man blew the wind next to the emperor's ear and lost his holy family. Looking at the back, his eyes gradually became cold.
Since when I was leading people to patrol the border so hard outside, you actually let a guy like Wang Ning, who has little success but more than success, stab me in the back. He also keeps making small moves in the capital. Then don't blame me for being rude!
Although snacks and tea had been served twice before, when Xu Xun returned to the table, Xu Liang still couldn't help but stepped forward and scolded him in a low voice. When he learned that it was Zhu Houzhao who came in person, his face changed.
He showed a bit of strangeness. Thinking that the little emperor always had his own way, even though he knew that his son was deeply trusted, he still couldn't help but whispered: "There are many guests today, so don't let others know.
Otherwise, if I don’t tell others, Mr. Lin and others will definitely have a big reaction."
"Dad, don't worry, I understand."
Xu Xun nodded slightly, and when all kinds of dishes were served like water, he went to the main table and sat down. Soon after he filled his glass with wine, he left the table with a smile and walked to the center near the door of the main hall.
, said in a loud voice: "Today I am honored to be promoted to a noble title, and I am truly honored that all of you who have worked here have come from far away to express your congratulations. I will not say anything about receiving special favors for a small amount of work. I just want to say one thing to you.
talk."
"Today I am conferring a title of Marquis. It is my gift to attract others. Your Majesty's thousands of gold will buy horse bones. I hope that from now on, talents will emerge in large numbers all over the world, and all of them will be able to show their ambitions, so that all nations can see the outstanding talents of my Ming Dynasty!"
Not only were the many elderly people happy to hear such humble words, but the young officials were even more moved. Some of them cheered loudly, while others nodded secretly in whispers. However,
Just when Xu Xun was about to drink the wine, he suddenly heard a voice coming from the yard outside.
"slow!"
Following this voice, a young scholar suddenly stood up from a banquet in the courtyard outside. Then he strode towards the main hall with a fearless expression. When he reached the door, he lifted the hem of his robe and entered.
In the lobby, seeing all the eyes in the hall focused on him, he held his head high and raised his hands, and then said loudly: "The Marquis just said that he hopes that talents from all over the world will emerge in large numbers, and everyone will show their ambitions, so that all nations can see my Ming Dynasty."
It is certainly good to have outstanding people, but why didn't the Marquis say, I hope that the Ming Dynasty will have a clear government, and that all officials in the world will love the people like sons, and no one will harm the loyal and oppress the people?"
Although most of the people attending the banquet today are civil and military officials from Xu Xun's family, people such as Lin Han and others among them were the backbone figures in Qingliu in those days. They hate seeking fame and reputation the most, and the happiest thing is such people who dare to speak out.
He is an upright person. Although this person's words and deeds have disturbed today's happy event, he still couldn't help but say hello secretly. As the master, Xu Xun, although he did not recognize this person, he only frowned slightly and asked:
"What do you mean by your honor, now there are people who are harming loyal people and oppressing the people?"
At this moment, Liu Jin's face in the next hall was blue, and he wished he could just rush out and accuse people of talking nonsense. However, he knew that if he showed up like this, there would be three hundred taels of silver in this place, plus
Zhu Houzhao put his hand on the table and looked attentive on his face. No matter how angry he was, he could only endure it. After lowering his head, his eyes inevitably flashed with a fierce light.
Xu Xun, could it be that you knew Zhu Houzhao was coming and took advantage of today's occasion to instigate people to fight with our family?
However, just when he was shocked and angry, the young scholar outside said loudly: "Yes, this world belongs to the Ming Dynasty and the emperor's world, but now there is a place in the world where the government's decrees are blocked and the officials cannot act.
Order, the people were oppressed, and Zhongliang had to retire sadly! From the Hongzhi period to the present, the people of Jiangxi have been oppressed by King Ning, but no one has ever stepped forward to take care of it. On the contrary, there are still people in the court who accept bribes and actually approve Fuling.