Chapter 160 What? Let me train the army?!
The entire imperial study.
As Li Zhen's voice sounded.
Falling into an eerie silence.
No one could guess what Li Zhen was thinking.
After all, although my father's Jiangnan Party can only be regarded as gaining fame in the court, it does not have the strength to compete with Li Zhen's Li Party.
So on the surface, there is currently no conflict of interest between the Zeng Party and the Li Party.
So what does this old man mean?
Dad had a blank expression on his face, staring straight at Li Zhen's back.
However, the eyes of Duke Tian Ji of Wei did not move at all.
He has never cared about the struggles in the court.
Emperor Jianhong slowly looked towards Li Zhen, then a gentle smile appeared on his face:
"Why do you say that, Lord?"
That smile made it impossible to tell what emotions were hidden in his heart.
Li Zhen's expression remained unchanged, still with a faint smile:
"Your Majesty, as far as I know, Zeng Anmin is only sixteen years old and has yet to marry. If Your Majesty could act as a matchmaker, I do have a suitable niece in my clan."
"As for the appointment of officials...after all, it's just a training exercise, not yet an army. Its specific effectiveness in wartime is unknown."
"If the Duke of Wei returns victorious from this battle, he will surely be granted a title based on his military merits."
"But if the results are not good, won't Your Majesty be criticized?"
"So, in my humble opinion, it would be better to wait until the Duke of Wei returns victorious before bestowing the rewards."
? ?
As soon as these words were spoken.
My dad has lost his confidence.
He thought Li Zhen wanted to stop him, but unexpectedly he was trying to be nice to him?
Although the matter of his son's official appointment was temporarily suppressed.
But after returning from this battle victorious, even the Mandarin Duck Army Formation did not have to perform as well as reported by the border.
If he can perform half as well as he did, then my son can at least be given the title of county baron!
"good!!"
Before the rest of the people noticed anything.
Then he heard Emperor Jianhong laugh loudly and said to Li Zhen:
"Let's follow the old man's advice! We'll reward you after this battle!"
After saying this, he looked towards his father and Lou Yingqi:
"What do you two think?"
When saying this, although Emperor Jianhong had a smile on his face, his eyes revealed an unquestionable look.
What Li Zhen said just now was also very clear.
Your Majesty, it is imperative that you fight this battle.
So it is impossible not to fight.
The reason for the concerns is the pressure from the Ministry of War and the Ministry of Revenue.
Now the Yuanyang Army has brought a big piece of news.
That is, forming a mandarin duck army may not be as costly and labor-intensive as imagined.
Li Zhen's words were to give everyone a way out.
You two can help His Majesty finish this battle in peace.
After this war is over, Your Majesty will accumulate these merits and distribute them together.
Obviously, Emperor Jianhong understood Li Zhen's meaning at the first moment.
And took the opportunity to look at his father:
"Since Quan Fu is still unmarried, are you really not in a hurry, Mr. Zeng?"
There was a rare hint of sarcasm in his tone.
The old man shook his head calmly and said, "I have already made plans for my son's engagement."
"Which family's good match?"
Emperor Jianhong has always had a good impression of Zeng Anmin.
Therefore, a sense of curiosity arose at this time.
"Ahem."
The old man's eyes were serious, and his voice was calm: "Your Majesty, the ideal match for me is the only daughter of the Qin Jijiu family. This girl is gifted in Confucianism and Taoism, and she and my son are a perfect match."
Having said this, Dad's body moved slightly, and his tone became deep:
"However, I'm afraid that what I want is not what I want, so I will still discuss it with him."
"Hahaha!!"
Jianhong smiled heartily. He pointed at Zeng Shilin and looked at Li Zhen, his face showing regret.
"Lord, I'm afraid your niece doesn't have this blessing."
Li Zhen was not annoyed, but just smiled faintly and said:
"Children and grandchildren will have their own blessings."
"Your Majesty, there is no time to lose. Let's begin training the troops now. It won't take long. Give me three months and I guarantee you'll have a disciplined and disciplined army!"
Tian Ji was also feeling very excited at this time.
The Mandarin Duck Army helped to resist Mount Baideng.
Then there will be absolutely no problem for him to lead the army to seize the Southern King’s fiefdom!
This is the credit for picking it up.
"good!"
Emperor Jianhong also showed his decisiveness for once. He looked at everyone and stood up:
"We will settle this matter at tomorrow's court meeting!"
"yes."
…………
After everyone has left.
There were only two people left in the imperial study.
One is Emperor Jianhong, who sits in front of a chair, looking calmly at the chessboard in his hand.
The other is the eunuch Si Zhongxiao.
At this time, Si Zhongxiao was extremely respectful.
"Dog."
Emperor Jianhong played with the white chess piece in his hand, his eyes flickering with an intriguing look:
"What do you see?"
As these words were spoken, the chess piece that Emperor Jianhong handed to the chessboard fell lightly with a "click".
Si Zhongxiao looked at Emperor Jianhong blankly:
"Your Majesty, I do not understand what you are saying..."
"Humph." Emperor Jianhong chuckled disdainfully. He glanced at Si Zhongxiao and said, "There's no outsider here. What are you afraid of? Just tell me. I won't punish you."
As he spoke, he picked up the black piece again and continued thinking on the chessboard.
Si Zhongxiao pursed his lips, then hesitated for a few seconds, and looked at Jianhong with a shy face and said:
"Then may I venture to say a few more words?"
Emperor Jianhong just raised his chin and continued to think about how to play chess.
"cough."
Si Zhongxiao took a deep breath, his eyes flashing with contemplation as he said:
"What Li Zhen said just now was actually a test."
"Zeng Anmin has been in the Eastern Palace since the assessment, until he rose to fame in the imperial examination, and now he has returned to the capital with the victory of the Mandarin Duck Formation."
"Zeng Shilin has been making frequent moves since entering the capital. Although Master Zeng has just arrived in the capital, his wings are gradually growing stronger..."
"With a son of such great talent, it is foreseeable that Mr. Zeng will have a bright future..."
Having said this, Si Zhongxiao no longer dared to say anything. He turned the subject inconspicuously:
"So, Lord Li must be feeling a bit apprehensive. His intention to suppress the merits and confer an official title was a lie, and his real intention was to test Lord Zeng by using His Majesty's permission to marry..."
"hehe."
Emperor Jianhong raised his eyebrows and then turned his attention from the chessboard to Si Zhongxiao.
He smiled faintly:
"continue."
Si Zhongxiao lowered his head and spoke in a more respectful voice:
"Master Zeng must have some concerns..."
Emperor Jianhong glanced at Si Zhongxiao with a half-smile:
"This dog, he always speaks so obscurely. I've already told you I'm not guilty, but you still don't say it clearly. It's really boring."
Si Zhongxiao knelt on the ground without hesitation: "Your Majesty, I am stupid and cannot speak. Being your dog is my greatest pleasure."
"Ha ha!!"
Jianhong laughed loudly, then slowly reached out and stroked Si Zhongxiao's lowered neck:
"The dog's analysis makes sense."
"But there is one thing I said wrong." Emperor Jianhong narrowed his eyes.
"I hope Your Majesty can give me some advice." Si Zhongxiao lowered his head and spoke in an extremely respectful voice.
"Zeng Shilin is not afraid of Li Zhen." Emperor Jianhong's voice was extremely deep:
"He's showing his loyalty to me."
…
Si Zhongxiao showed no reaction and remained respectful: "Your Majesty is wise!"
However, with his eyes lowered, a cold light flashed in his eyes.
There is no one in this world who can make Your Majesty feel loyal.
It can only be Si Zhongxiao!
…………
"Ouch! Why are you here, father-in-law?!"
Zeng Anmin hurried out and led the eunuch dressed in eunuch's clothes outside the door into the Shangshu's residence.
There was also confusion in her voice: "Wow! So many things? A whole truckload? Why is my dad handling another big case?"
The eunuch smiled and winked at Zeng Anmin, saying:
"Master Zeng, you guessed wrong. These are all rewards from His Majesty, not for Old Master Zeng."
"oh?"
Zeng Anmin looked at the long column of horses in front of the mansion.
On each cart were large boxes of silver that came genuinely from the palace.
There were also several beautiful girls in palace dresses with timid looks on their faces in the two cars at the back.
"Your Majesty gave it to me as a reward?"
He blinked his eyes and looked at the eunuch in confusion. A heavy bag of money had already been flipped from his left hand into the eunuch's hand.
"I hope you will speak clearly."
Yo hey!
The eunuch felt the weight in his hands.
His eyes, which were already narrowed, could no longer be opened due to his smile.
He gave a very flattering smile:
"You are a noble man who forgets things easily. Have you forgotten your great achievements in the imperial examination a few days ago? The Mandarin Duck Army Formation you created was praised by Lord Ji and Dean Shi of the Northern Territory!"
"Hey!"
Zeng Anmin remembered.
It’s not that he is really a forgetful person.
It's just that too many things happened during this period of time.
Huang Yuangao's death, a case to be solved, and a battle of wits and courage with the Eastern Religion's spies...
"So that's the case..." He touched his head suddenly and then frowned.
That's not right.
He had personally operated the Mandarin Duck Army Formation to see how powerful it was.
Why is this so little?
To send away beggars?
But he was not stupid enough to ask the eunuch what was going on on the spot.
Then he said with a smile: "Well, you've been tired, come in and rest for a while?"
"No, no, I have to run to South Street soon. Maybe next time."
The young eunuch smiled and waved his hand to refuse.
"Okay, I'll definitely do that next time!"
"Don't worry!"
…………
After watching the eunuch go away, Zeng Anmin narrowed his eyes slightly.
Then he looked at Dachun behind the courtyard and waved, "Dachun, call some people to collect the things."
He pointed to the carriage road and said, "All of these are in my father's warehouse."
"Those few..." He looked up at the beautiful maidservants who were given to him.
Touched his chin.
"Send me to the yard."
"good."
Dachun replied respectfully.
Then Zeng Anmin went towards his own yard.
The entire entrance of Shangshudi.
Only Dachun was left, smiling and commanding his subordinates.
Not long.
Zeng Shilin rushed back to his mansion.
As soon as he got off the carriage, Dad saw Dachun who was busy at work.
"master."
Although Dachun was busy, he was not so busy that he could not recognize his master.
Zeng Shilin nodded calmly.
He glanced at the cars.
On these carts were boxes of gold and cloth.
He knew that it was a gift from His Majesty to his eldest son.
"Give all this gold and silver to me... well, divide half of it and give it to the young master in his yard."
"Ah?" Dachun was stunned for a moment, then quickly responded and said yes.
"Those maids..." Zeng Shilin pointed at the beauties gifted by Emperor Jianhong who had already gotten off the carriage, and after a moment's hesitation, he said:
"Send them to your father for training, and then send a few to Aunt Lin's courtyard."
Dachun looked bewildered. He said puzzledly, "The young master said to send these maids to his courtyard."
…
Dad's mouth twitched.
Then he stared at Dachun coldly.
Dachun only felt a chill rising from his neck.
"Then I won't send it to the young master."
Without any hesitation, he quickly lowered his head.
"Get some books from the study and send them to the young master's courtyard."
Dad snorted coldly: "Tell him that there is beauty in books."
"yes."
…………
"What book contains a beautiful woman?"
Zeng Anmin stared at Dachun, then said with deep sorrow:
"You just tell me whatever my dad asks you??!"
"Can't you just give a perfunctory answer first and then come and ask me what to do?"
"That's it, it's all gone!"
Zeng Anmin lay in his armchair.
For a moment, I felt like I had no desire to live.
It's been so long since I traveled through time.
Still a virgin until now.
Now he dared not have any messy thoughts.
Since traveling through time, he has already figured out the pattern.
Once you have the idea of criticizing thieves and prostitutes.
Something will happen immediately that will prevent you from doing anything.
Especially the last time I went to the pleasure boat with Liu Xian.
My hands are all bald and peeling.
Just at that moment, I felt someone was watching me in the dark.
Now, he just wants to be a good young man who is useful to the society.
"This..." Dachun felt a little aggrieved.
But he didn't dare say anything more.
"Alright, alright, get out of here."
Zeng Anmin turned a blind eye and simply waved his hand.
Lying lazily in the yard.
Wandering.
Now my life is finally free.
As the saying goes, when you are well fed and warm, you will think about sex.
Zeng Anmin felt a little restless again.
He touched his chin.
"How about trying again?"
"Anyway, I'm just studying music, not for that kind of thing."
Thinking of this, Zeng Anmin's eyes became sharp.
"Dachun!"
"ah?"
Dachun, who was walking forward, turned around blankly and looked at Zeng Anmin in confusion.
"Let's go! Let's go play on the street with the young master!"
Zeng Anmin's eyes were filled with determination.
"Okay!" Dachun's eyes lit up.
"Walk!"
Zeng Anmin did what he said and ordered people to bring horses and take Dachun out of the mansion.
Just as I left the house...
Two warriors in black armor came towards them.
"I am Xu Yunzhi, Captain of the Imperial Sword Guards."
"Please inform the young man that the Duke of Wei is looking for Zeng Anmin, the young master of the Zeng Mansion."
Zeng Anmin's eyes became filled with despair.
He murmured, "I knew it, I knew it..."
I knew I couldn't have any thoughts like that.
"Master, they called you?"
Dachun looked at Zeng Anmin blankly.
"Hmm? Are you Zeng Liangjiang?"
The soldier's eyes lit up when he heard Dachun's words.
Then he looked at Zeng Anmin with a burning gaze, and extended his hand to salute Zeng Anmin:
"My name is Xu Yunzhi. Will you please come with me, young master?"
Zeng Anmin sighed.
The image of Weiguogong Tian Ji emerged in my mind.
(End of this chapter)
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