When Ji Le's words fell, both Ji Xian and Ji Xian were obviously shocked. They all looked at Li Ran in disbelief, their astonishment palpable.
If Li Ran was just a retainer of Shusun Bao, in this battle with the Ji family, he came up with many clever tricks and no omissions, thus forcefully pulling the Ji family from the position of sole control. In Ji Xian's eyes, Li Ran could only be regarded as an extremely smart counselor at best.
Although such people have some abilities, there are many in the world, so they are not unusual.
However, when he heard that the Marquis of Lu was supported by Li Ran and Shusun Bao, he realized that the series of actions he had just taken seemed inappropriate.
Because, if it is true as Ji Le said, if Li Ran is the mastermind behind the new establishment of Lu Hou, then there is no doubt that the new king of Lu must obey Li Ran.
Then, Li Ran at this moment is more than just a counselor, he is very likely to be the real operator behind the Lu State!
Why?
Because Ji Xian knew that it was Li Ran who planned Shusun Bao's ability to revive the palace and suppress the Ji family.
And Shu Sunbao himself was obedient to Li Ran's advice. Now, Li Ran has stepped in to help establish a new king. I would like to ask, there is any link in the Lu Kingdom's court that Li Ran has not solved?
It is no exaggeration to say that in the eyes of Ji Xian and others, what Li Ran said in the Lu State was much more effective than Shusun Bao.
When Ji first thought of this, he suddenly felt bad.
He used to treat Li Ran as a senior staff member of Shusun Bao, but now he knows that Li Ran is the manipulator behind the Lu State. Isn't his reception standard too shabby?
"Le'er, are you serious about this?"
He still had some doubts. After all, the news of Ji's support of Luhou had spread all over the country and it could be said that it was a big fuss. Even when he was in Zheng State, he had heard about it. How could it suddenly become that Li Ran and Shusun Bao were the ones supporting it?
So, he turned to look at Ji Le and asked suspiciously. By the way, he glanced at Ji Le, indicating that she should tell the truth.
It stands to reason that even if the matter established by Marquis Lu is really related to Li Ran, it seems that there is no need to be so cautious in offering sacrifices to the emperor. After all, he was still Shusun Bao's brother-in-law. Naturally, Shusun helped look after Ji's business in the Lu State.
But on the contrary, Ji Xian seemed to take this matter very seriously.
"Father, if you don't believe this, you can write a letter and ask your uncle to find out. You shouldn't have any doubts about what my uncle wrote, right?"
Ji Le was a little unhappy, not because Ji Xian gave her a look, but because Ji Xian didn't trust her.
After saying that, Ji Le pouted, turned his head away with a cold face, and his brows were full of dissatisfaction.
However, Ji Xian didn't react to this. He was just startled when he heard the sound, and then hurriedly turned to look at Li Ran:
"Sir, you are a great talent. I was so rude just now. Come on, please take a seat."
When a person's status changes, the treatment he receives will naturally change.
In just a few moments, Li Ran transformed from a counselor to a country's ruler. The words "please take a seat" were usually only used when a high official from the Zheng Kingdom like Zichan arrived. explain.
"Father, even if the Marquis of Lu is really supported by him and his uncle, so what? He is just a counselor and a guest. How can someone like him sit on the throne of my family?"
"Father, please be careful and don't mistrust this person. If word spreads here, I'm afraid it will make people laugh!"
Shu Niu still maintains strong hostility towards Li Ran, and is not even willing to believe in Li Ran's ability and strength. It seems that he has a preconceived prejudice against Li Ran, and there will never be any change due to the change of Li Ran's identity.
This made Li Ran even more confused.
If Zhu Niu looked down on him before, it was entirely because he was just a lost dog now, and as the eldest son of the Ji clan, he, Shu Niu, was a commoner, but he still had some status. Therefore, he was treated lightly. Li Ran can completely understand this.
After all, dogs look down upon people, something that happens in any era. Human nature is what it is and no one can change it.
However, at this moment, Ji Ledu has revealed his identity. And whether it is status or ability, it can be said that he is not inferior to him at all, but he is still so stubbornly hostile to himself, then there is a lot of trouble in this.
"What do you know? Stop talking nonsense!"
"Sir, please take a seat."
Ji Xian scolded Shu Niu, obviously very angry at Shu Niu's "ignorance of current affairs" attitude, but he was one of his own family after all, so it was not easy for him to "teach" Shu Niu face to face in front of Li Ran. He immediately turned around and politely invited Li Ran to his seat.
Li Ran was polite and sat down.
The two then exchanged pleasantries for a while, easing their previous embarrassment.
Ji Le was still standing behind Ji Xian. Seeing his father chatting and laughing with Li Ran, the stone in his heart finally fell to the ground. He immediately ordered people to prepare meals and help Li Ran catch the wind and wash away the dust.
"By the way, I forgot to introduce you to the adults."
"This is my good friend, Sun Wu and Sun Changqing."
When talking about the battle between Ju Zhu and Lu, Li Ran introduced Sun Wu to Ji Xian.
Sun Wu didn't know what Li Ran meant by this move, but then he thought that since Li Ran did this, he must have his intention, so he immediately stepped forward and bowed:
"My dear, Sun Wu, I have seen the old sect leader worship."
"Oh? There have long been rumors that the person who led the joint forces of Ju and Zhu to defeat the Lu State was a young general from the Sun family in Le'an. Could it be this person?"
Ji Xian pieced together the information he had received before, and immediately came to this conclusion, with a look of shock on his face.
Rao was standing next to him, and he couldn't help but be shocked when he heard his father's words.
"The art of war is nothing to mention. Moreover, in the end, we had to rely on the master's strategy. I was lucky enough to get the full success, but the old sect leader made a joke."
Sun Wu was very understanding of human nature, and instead of boasting, he placed all the credit on Li Ran, being respectful, humble, and courteous.
But Ji heard this first, his face changed again, and he looked at Li Ran in surprise:
Li Ran was about to wave his hand, but Sun Wu continued:
"Old sect leader, there is no need to doubt that everything I say is true. If I were not a commoner, I would still be a wandering disciple in Qufu City, living a life of ignorance."
"Sir, you are really kind to me!"
When Ji Xian heard the words, he exclaimed again and couldn't help but shook his head and said:
"Oh my, I thought that my husband was just a disciple of my uncle Sun Bao, but I didn't know that he had such an ability to recognize people. It's really rare to gather such great talents at such an age. It's rare! Come on, I respect you. One, sir."
Having said that, Ji Xian first raised his cup to offer a toast. When it comes to toasting, it can only be done by people of lower rank and superiors, or people of the same rank. Therefore, Ji Xian's toast like this really expresses his full sincerity.
Li Ran would not dare to neglect such courtesy. We stood up to greet each other, and then sat down after having a full drink...
After three rounds of drinking in this way, everyone was full of wine and food. Li Ran didn't want to disturb him anymore, so he stood up and said:
"I have been bothering you for a long time today, and I really feel sorry for you. I will say goodbye and will visit you again some day."
"Okay, then I'll send you off sir!"
Ji Xian stood up in a hurry, and Ji Le was about to speak, but unexpectedly, Li Ran secretly gave her a look.
Seeing this, Ji Le followed Ji Xian without saying a word and watched Li Ran go out and leave.
