It was drizzling outside, and the breeze carried rain and mist in the bamboo forest. It was as if the bamboo forest was in the clouds.
Lu Heng, who was drinking tea in a leisurely manner, sighed with great regret.
However, while he was admiring in his heart, he thought of another thing, which immediately made him frown.
The army of the Great Zhou Dynasty has its own system and is only loyal to the Tiger Talisman. In other words, whoever holds the Tiger Talisman can mobilize the army of the Great Zhou Dynasty. It does not matter whether this person is the emperor or a traitor.
At that time, Emperor Zetian made this rule. It was actually to control Princess Taiping. But later, this rule also became a management rule.
Of course, the advantage of doing this is that it can use as few weapons as possible. However, it also hides a huge crisis for Da Zhou.
When Zhang Wenshan said this, it was not that he disagreed, but that he remembered another thing. The tiger talisman is divided into two parts, male and female. Only when the two tigers are in harmony can the army be mobilized.
Now the question arises. Half of the tiger talisman is naturally in the hands of the emperor. However, no one knows who holds the other half. Since there is no tiger talisman, how can the army be mobilized?
Next to him, Prince Ning, who had always had a stern face, finally changed his expression after hearing Lu Heng's words. He put down the cold tea cup, frowned and said: "The method is certainly feasible, but it's just
, asking the soldiers to take off their armor and work as laborers. Will it arouse the dissatisfaction of the soldiers?"
Prince Ning had led troops to fight in the war. From his heart, he had an inseparable feeling for the army. Thinking of those tough men, covered in mud and water, rolling in the mire on a rainy day, made his heart tremble.
Moreover, these troops in Jiangnan have not been on the battlefield for many years, and their long-term comfortable life has developed their problems of freedom and freedom. At this time, suddenly sending them to build dams will make these guys dissatisfied and inspire them.
The mutiny. Prince Ning was very worried.
After listening to Prince Ning's words, Lu Heng smiled faintly. He took off the steaming teapot from the stove, replaced it with a new cup of tea for the three of them, sat down, looked at the two old people, and said lightly:
"Haha, raising an army for a thousand days and using it for a while! It's not just killing the enemy that counts as going to the battlefield. The sage said that the people are the most precious. The country of the Great Zhou Dynasty is thousands of miles away, and more importantly, the tens of thousands of people of the Great Zhou Dynasty.
The countless people of the Great Zhou are the most solid foundation for me, the Great Zhou, to stand upright and the world will not fall. Protecting our people of the Great Zhou from harm is to protect the country and the country of the Great Zhou. Only by protecting the people's livelihood can we be a soldier.
Where loyalty lies.”
Having said this, he paused for a moment. He raised his head and glanced at Prince Ning, who was deep in thought. Then he saw Zhang Wenshan, who was giving him a thumbs up with a smile on his face. He shook his head and smiled.
After taking a sip from the tea cup, he continued: "Moreover, most of the soldiers stationed in Jiangnan are locals. Their wives, children, and parents are all in Jiangnan. Once a flood occurs, I think they will definitely be worried. I think
, no one is more loyal than them when it comes to safeguarding the peace of Jiangnan! As long as the military generals seize this point and publicize some typical incidents in the military camp about protecting the people of Jiangnan and protecting their wives, children, and children, I think, Sgt.
Not only will they not resist, but they should be very willing!"
"Of course, we cannot rule out some people with ulterior motives who may cause trouble and sabotage things during publicity. If such people really exist, I think that with your many years of experience in the army, Mr. Ning Yuan, you should know how to deal with these corrupt people.
A man of military discipline!" At this point, a whole set of mobilization plans became clear. From the national interests, to personal feelings, from public opinion propaganda, to the support of the people, to the final emergency measures, everything is very clear.
After Lu Heng said this, he stopped talking. While drinking tea, he played with the abacus boredly with one hand. Occasionally he would raise his head and look at the thoughtful Prince Ning, and then he would smile softly and turn his gaze to the man outside the room.
In the vast misty drizzle.
In the room, after an empty silence, Prince Ning's voice of relaxation finally came, as if he had taken off a heavy burden.
At this time, Prince Ning's sharp sword-like eyes were no longer serious. There was only a happy smile and naked enthusiasm for Lu Heng.
Being stared at by Mr. Ning Yuan with such awkward eyes, Lu Heng felt uncomfortable all over. He put down his teacup, looked at Wu Ningyuan who was staring at him motionlessly, and said with a wry smile: "Ahem, Old Man Wu. If you really like men
Speaking of Feng, there are quite a few wonderful photo studios in Jiangning City. Haha, I really don’t have your taste!"
Wu Ningyuan, whose heart was filled with joy, suddenly heard Lu Heng say such disgusting words. He choked and almost vomited blood on the spot.
His choked eyes rolled back and forth, and he finally regained his breath. He glared at Lu Heng angrily, and said with a smile: "You bastard, you only like men's style!"
On the side, Zhang Wenshan was also stunned when he heard what Lu Heng said. Then he burst into laughter.
"What Yongzheng said makes sense. Mr. Ning Yuan, you might as well give it a try!" Zhang Wenshan cooperated and stood on Lu Heng's side, and smiled slyly at Wu Ningyuan, who was trembling with anger.
The three of them were already familiar with each other, so it wouldn't hurt to make some jokes at this time. Moreover, the Miaoxiang Museum did exist in Jiangning's generation. Moreover, most of the people who hung around the Miaoxiang Museum were literati.
This kind of thing is not as criticized as it was in later generations. At this time, it is still a unique thing that is touted by literati.
The problem of building embankments was easily solved in this laughter. The three of them also put aside their worries, and the atmosphere became harmonious.
After hearing about the Tiger Talisman that Zhang Wenshan was worried about, Wu Ningyuan smiled without any worry. He seemed to have a plan in mind. Such calmness could not be hidden from the eyes of Lu Heng and Zhang Wenshan.
Seeing that Wu Ningyuan was not worried at all about mobilizing troops, the two of them suddenly understood.
I really didn't expect that Wu Ningyuan, an old man, usually seemed to be a quiet person. I didn't expect that secretly he was a man who held the most important weapon in the country.
Unconsciously, time passed. When the sky outside gradually darkened, the three of them realized that it was already evening.
At this time, it was raining heavily outside, but since the problem had been solved, the three of them no longer worried about this. Prince Ning asked his servants to prepare a family dinner, and asked Lu Heng and Zhang Wenshan to stay together and have a few drinks.
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"As long as this is done, this method can be copied for similar disaster relief matters in the future. Haha, Yongzheng has solved an urgent need for me this time! Learning is in the present, and benefit will be in the future. It cannot be overstated.
!" During the banquet, Zhang Wenshan, who was slightly drunk, said to Prince Ning with a smile.
Prince Ning nodded, raised his head and drank the wine in the glass. He turned to look at Lu Heng and asked with a drunken mouth: "Yongzheng really has no intention of becoming an official?"
Although he sounded drunk, the old man's eyes were sparkling. He could tell at a glance that he was pretending to be drunk.
This is the third time they have asked. In the first two times, Wu Ningyuan and Zhang Wenshan may have just cherished Lu Heng's literary talent. However, after today's discussion, the two old men deeply felt that Lu Yongzheng did have something.
He is a man of statecraft. Therefore, after drinking, he asked again.
Lu Heng held the wine glass and looked at the stubborn old man amusedly. Seeing his eagerness, he then smiled bitterly and sighed, then put the wine glass down, spread his hands, and shrugged at Wu Ningyuan, with a calm and sincere look on his face.
Although he didn't say anything, it was enough to express Lu Heng's attitude.
Seeing Lu Heng's determined gaze and the openness and sincerity shown to both of them, Wu Ningyuan and Zhang Wenshan looked at each other in disappointment and shook their heads with a smile.
Outside the house, the rain gradually became heavier. The original pitter-patter turned into the current gurgling sound. Occasionally, one or two muffled thunders could be heard, accompanied by flickering lightning, which disappeared.
Perhaps because it was getting dark, the sky outside seemed gloomier. The lanterns hung at the door of every house in Wuyi Alley had been wetted by the rain and extinguished. It was pitch black in Wuyi Alley.
A carriage, ticking on the bluestone road in this dark rainy night, headed towards the small courtyard beside the Qinhuai River, which was still lit with lights.