Cai Jing pondered for a long time, gritted his teeth, and clenched his fists decisively, saying, "How about this? I'll find a way to fill all the vacancies in the First Army for you. I'll also try my best to meet your requirements for military supplies. For now, I'll do this first. As for the future, we'll discuss it after I stabilize my position."
"Prime Minister Cai! You are truly... truly wise and courageous. It is truly... truly..."
Zhang Shixun was so overjoyed that he became incoherent.
"Haha! Is this wise and courageous?"
When Cai Jing saw him smiling like a child, he couldn't help but feel that this boy had a pure heart.
Now that a breakthrough had been made and the old man had been persuaded, Zhang Shixun naturally wanted to expand his victory. "Prime Minister Cai, General Gao has agreed to fill the vacancies in my army. However, his power is limited and he cannot arbitrarily transfer the people I need... I have a list of people who are loyal to their country. I want to recruit them to the First Army."
"That's easy. Just give me the list later."
Cai Jing agreed readily, saying that they were just a few soldiers and it was not a big deal.
Well, we've accomplished everything we wanted to do, and it's far exceeded our expectations. Let's call it a day.
Zhang Shixun stopped talking about official business and talked to Cai Jing about his "experiences" overseas.
Cai Jing was also a smart man. He didn't say anything extra. He chatted with Zhang Shixun for a while, then picked up the teacup and drank the tea gently.
The custom of serving tea to see off guests seems to have started in the Qing Dynasty. Zhang Shixun was not sure whether this custom existed in the Song Dynasty, but he still stood up and said goodbye. After all, Cai Jing was old and not very energetic, so he still had some tact and let him go.
Cai Jing nodded slightly and said, "I was frightened by you today. My soul and spirit are all gone. I won't send you off. Let Cai Xiu send you off for me."
He called in Cai Xiu and told him, "Send Shixun off for me. He'll be visiting often, so get closer to him."
Cai Xiu bowed and agreed, and politely escorted Zhang Shixun out.
Come often, haha!
Zhang Shixun really didn't refuse to visit the old guy often.
It was already dark, and a servant was holding a lantern to light the way for the two of them.
Cai Xiu said, "Brother Zhang, it's been a long time since I've spoken so much to a guest."
"Oh! This is Prime Minister Cai's compliment to me."
“Not really.”
"oh!"
Zhang Shixun responded, but he was not interested in talking to him.
"My father has very high standards. Ordinary people are not worthy of his attention. Today, you summoned heavenly thunder to kill a mule in public. This is truly a move that shocks the world and makes the gods weep. The immortal method makes me... I am in awe."
Zhang Shixun was puzzled and couldn't understand what the intention of Cai Jing's son was in complimenting him.
Then he understood. He heard Cai Xiu say, "My father's health is getting weaker and weaker. Since Master Zhang is so knowledgeable about the immortal methods, I wonder if he can help my father..."
Zhang Shixun understood what was going on and patted Cai Xiu on the shoulder, praising him: "You are truly a filial son."
"Haha! Please help me, Master Zhang."
Zhang Shixun stopped and said, "Let me tell you the only way for an old man to stay healthy."
"I am all ears."
“Take a hundred steps after a meal, and you will live to be ninety-nine.”
After Zhang Shixun finished speaking, he left Cai Xiu and walked out of Cai's house.
Cai Xiu stood at the door, staring at his back stupidly until his back disappeared into the darkness, then he turned around and went into the yard.
When Zhang Shixun returned home, the living room was brightly lit and bustling with activity. The sounds of drinking, guessing numbers, and laughter almost blew the roof off the room. Han Shizhong's rough voice was particularly loud.
Zhang Shixun walked to the door and stopped, shook his head and walked to the back.
I can't stay up late tonight, I have to rush to Tianwu Army for morning exercises tomorrow morning.
San Gou called him from behind: "Master."
"Oh! Sangou, what's the matter?"
"Master Han called a few soldiers over today and bought a lot of wine and meat from the market. They started drinking at noon and have been drinking until this hour."
"Master Han loves to drink and prefers to be active rather than quiet. You should work hard and serve him well." Zhang Shixun touched his head and asked, "Have your family members come to see you recently?"
"My father often comes to the city to sell vegetables, and he always comes to see me."
"Is life difficult at home?"
"It's okay, but my mother is weak and I always have to give her medicine."
At this point, Zhang Shixun suddenly realized that he didn't seem to have paid him, and he couldn't help but blame himself: "Sangou, I've been busy recently and forgot to pay you. I'm really sorry."
As he spoke, he took out a piece of silver from his pocket, not caring how much it was, and stuffed it into his hand, saying: "If I forget to pay you again in the future, remember to remind me."
"Sir, I told you about my family matters because you asked me, not because I want money from you." Sangou felt a little embarrassed.
"Take it quickly. When you are older, I will help you find a job so that you can support your family."
"Thank you, sir."
"Well! Go and take care of Mr. Han. Don't neglect him. I have something to do early tomorrow morning, so I won't be with them."
Sangou agreed and went there happily, but he tripped and fell down unexpectedly.
Zhang Shixun couldn't help laughing, shook his head and walked to the back. Just as he walked into the second courtyard, he saw a figure walking out from the back courtyard.
"Shixun, you're back?"
When Zhang Shixun heard it was Liang Hongyu, he immediately responded and greeted her with a smile, "Auntie, are you going to the front to see your uncle?"
"I don't care about that damn guy. Once he starts drinking, he won't stop. But I hid the good wine you gave me and didn't dare let them drink it."
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