Liu Wei's words immediately won Cai Yong's favor.

After all, Cai Yan possessed great talent and learning, and was also a woman, making her an exception in this era.

It was impossible for a woman to enter an official career.

Cai Yong could only lament that Cai Yan was not a man.

Liu Wei's implication is that Cai Yan lacks someone who appreciates her.

A man named Cao Mengde once greatly admired Cai Yan's talent, but at present, Cao Mengde was only a military commander.

Unfortunately, the King of Clouds before us is a marginalized prince. Judging from the current situation, he will probably only be able to stay in the borderlands.

It's impossible to get into the center of power!

Even if Liu Wei did not appreciate Cai Yan because she was a woman and recruited her as an official regardless of her background, Cai Yong and even Cai Yan herself would certainly not have been happy.

They were unwilling to stay in this harsh, uncivilized border region.

Trying to discuss literature with these people from beyond the Great Wall is like casting pearls before swine.

Liu Wei had no idea that his casual remark would stir up such a storm of emotions in Cai Yong.

“Your Highness’s thoughts are very inspiring. I will definitely tell my daughter about them when I return to Luoyang. She will be very excited if she hears such praise from Your Highness.”

Cai Yong replied immediately.

Liu Wei smiled, neither confirming nor denying.

The Embroidered Uniform Guard had already discovered that Cai Yan was among the entourage, but why she was with Cai Yong was unknown.

Cai Yong's current statement is, of course, a euphemistic way of exonerating himself.

Then, Liu Wei smiled and asked Chen Ji:

“Chen Cao Yuan, I have also heard that you have a son named Chen Qun, who is quick-witted, learned, and a great talent for governing the world!”

Chen Qun was the main founder of the "Nine-Rank System" and the "Wei Law" of the Wei, Jin and Southern and Northern Dynasties.

In his early years, he was appointed as the Prefect of Yu Province by Liu Bei.

When Cao Cao took control of Xuzhou, he was appointed as an aide to the Western Cao of the Minister of Works, and later transferred to serve as a military advisor to the Chancellor.

Later, when Cao Pi usurped the Han throne, Chen Qun held various important positions.

Chen Qun's son, Chen Tai, along with Guo Huai, was one of Jiang Wei's main rivals in many battles.

The Chen family has produced outstanding individuals for three generations!

Chen Ji was immediately startled.

Liu Wei first praised Cai Yong's daughter, Cai Yan, and now he's praising Chen Ji's son.

What does the King of Clouds mean by this?

Chen Ji sensed something was wrong with Liu Wei's seemingly greedy gaze.

Does he intend to recruit Cai Yan and Chen Qun to his own cause?

"My son is utterly foolish and ignorant, spending his days indulging in debauchery. He is nothing like what Your Highness said; he must have misheard!"

Chen Ji quickly tried to brush it off with a laugh.

He can fool others, but he can't fool Liu Wei.

Liu Wei said with a half-smile, "Chen Cao Yuan, today He Jin asked you to convey the General's Mansion's order, instructing me to go to Longcheng to assume the post of Grand Protector."

"I have no problem with that. We will prepare our troops and head to Dragon City next spring."

"However, the Northern Protectorate is newly established, and the Northern Desert is occupied by hundreds of thousands of Xianbei people. He Jin only allowed me to retain 13,000 people!"

"Since He Jin has appointed you as the military supervisor of the Grand Protectorate, I would appreciate it if you, Chen Cao Yuan, would take good care of matters concerning provisions, military equipment, and personnel!"

Upon hearing Liu Wei pass the buck to him, Chen Ji quickly declined:

"This humble official is not knowledgeable in military affairs, so I will suffice to serve as a military supervisor. As for matters of conquest, I request Your Highness to find a more capable person!"

Liu Wei had anticipated his response and asked slowly:

"Is the military supervisor under the command of me, the Grand Protector, or is I subject to the military supervisor?"

Chen Ji quickly stood up: "Naturally, Your Highness should be the one to lead!"

That's exactly what I wanted to hear!

Liu Wei first smiled faintly, then his expression suddenly changed: "Then why does Lord Chen disobey my orders?"

Chen Ji's hand trembled, and the wine in the cup spilled all over his sleeves.

Unexpectedly, they fell into Liu Wei's trap and had no choice but to agree.

"This...that..."

Chen Ji stammered as he tried to explain, but Liu Wei pressed on relentlessly:

"Just now, Lord Chen said that your son is indulging in debauchery at home, which is somewhat similar to what happened to me back in Luoyang."

"I have a discerning eye for talent. Your son is sure to be of great use. I would like to send someone to recruit him to serve in the Northern Protectorate. He will surely impress Lord Chen."

"Furthermore, Lord Chen is alone on the border. If your son were to accompany him, he would feel at ease here."

"In this way, your son can also fulfill his filial duty, hahaha!"

What!

Chen Ji finally understood that Liu Wei not only wanted to use him as a laborer, but also his son at home.

However, Liu Wei had already set his sights on his son, and Chen Ji couldn't stop him no matter what.

The Han dynasty valued loyalty and filial piety above all else. Liu Wei asked Chen Qun to come to the border region to fulfill his filial duties, and Chen Qun had no reason to refuse.

well!

She lost both herself and her son.

This seemingly harmless prince is actually so cunning and treacherous.

Before you know it, you've fallen into his trap.

"Lord Chen, why don't you quickly thank the Prince? It's a good thing that your son has been recruited by the Prince!"

"The father and son guarded the border for the Han Dynasty. Their filial piety and loving fatherhood will surely become a legendary tale that will be remembered for generations."

Wei Kai, who was accompanying them, immediately added fuel to the fire and finalized the matter.

Liu Wei was surprised that Wei Kai, who had just been promoted, seized the opportunity so well, and he gave him an admiring look.

Your whole family will be remembered for generations to come!

Chen Ji had no choice but to swallow his bitterness and force a smile. The fish and mutton in front of him no longer tasted good.

Cai Yong, on the other side, immediately became wary.

If Liu Wei discovers that his daughter is also in the mission, will he forcibly detain her to serve him?

Cai Yong immediately lowered his head, drank silently, and dared not say another word.

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