After arriving in Changgu, we found an old man and inquired about it for a while before heading straight to the Longxi Marquis Mansion.
The Li family was also a prominent family here. Although Li Xin suffered a major defeat, Ying Zheng did not have the habit of liquidating heroes and did not deprive Li Xin of the title of Marquis of Longxi.
When we arrived at the Longxi Hou Mansion, the sky was already dark.
The lights were still brightly lit in front of the Longxi Marquis Mansion. The autumn harvest had just ended, and many people were transporting the harvested corn to the mansion.
Seeing us arriving, the concierge quickly stepped forward and bowed: "My lords, what business do you have on your behalf?"
But he was curious in his heart. He couldn't believe that officials from Longxi County, even officials at the county level, had come to visit his master. How come he had never seen these people before. But looking at the guards and their attire, they must be no ordinary people.
The group stood up and dismounted, and Meng He said coldly: "Is this the residence of the Marquis of Longxi?"
When the concierge heard this, he realized that this person was speaking in a rude manner, and he was probably from an unusual background.
"My lord, my master is the Marquis of Longxi. I wonder who your lord is?"
Meng He said: "My master has something important to see the Marquis of Longxi. Go and report it quickly."
When the concierge saw that Meng He didn't introduce himself to his family, and I didn't say a word next to him, he quickly bowed.
"I'll go report it now."
After saying that, he turned around and entered the house.
I nodded slightly. Judging from the performance of this concierge, Li Xin can manage the family well, and he probably would not do those things that bully men and dominate women.
At this time, Li Xin was coaxing his grandson in the hall, and the whole family was having fun, laughing and laughing.
The concierge came in and saluted: "Sir, there is an adult outside the door asking to see you."
Li Xin didn't care. He had been in Changgu for more than ten years. He had always been kind to others and was very familiar with the officials. Many of them were his friends.
While teasing his little grandson, he said cheerfully: "Who is it?"
"I don't know. The visitor only said that he wanted to see the master. The villain asked about his identity, but the visitor did not tell him. It's just that his attendants and clothes don't seem to be ordinary people."
Li Xin raised his head, handed his grandson to his wife, and straightened his clothes.
"Come out with me and take a look."
The youngest son standing next to him hurriedly stood up and said: "The person who came here has not revealed his identity, so he must not be a high-ranking person. Why don't you go, my father? I just want to go."
Li Xin waved his hand: "Remember, don't underestimate anyone."
After saying that, he raised his legs and walked out.
When I reached the door, I saw the young man in front of me and didn't pay attention at all. At such a young age, even if he is a member of the government, he will not be a high official. But looking further back, he saw dozens of fine knights standing solemnly behind him.
Li Xin was surprised, isn't this the clothes of the Xianyang Forbidden Army? I had also been an official in Xianyang, so I naturally saw the imperial guards in the palace.
Li Xin hurriedly stepped forward and bowed: "Two adults, I am the Marquis of Longxi, Li Xin. I wonder what you have done for me?"
I smiled slightly and returned the greeting: "I am the emperor's messenger and I am here on business. Seeing that it is getting late, I would like to stay here for one night. Is it convenient for the Marquis of Longxi?"
Li Xinzhong was very surprised. It had been more than ten years since he returned to Longxi. Neither Ying Zheng nor the newly ascended second emperor had ever sent anyone to the area around Changgu. The arrival of this messenger today was quite strange.
On his face, he said hehe: "It turns out to be the emperor's messenger, disrespectful. I will order people to tidy up the house, but there are too many guards, so I may not have that many houses..."
I waved my hand: "They just live with the servants."
Li Xin asked: "Then I will offend your lord's bodyguard and go to the mansion to rest."
Meng He and I followed Li Xin into the hall. Seeing this warm scene, I felt a little sad for a moment.
Li Xin stepped forward and introduced: "This is my wife, my youngest son, my eldest son Zhuo Jing, and my newly born grandson, which makes the adults laugh."
I smiled and said, "The Marquis of Longxi seems to be living a life like a god."
Li Xin laughed and said, "As we get older, we only want our children and grandchildren to be at our knees, nothing else."
He turned to the crowd and said, "You guys should step aside first, I'll sit down with you for a while."
Everyone bowed and left, and Li Xin and I sat down.
After Li Xin asked his servants to serve tea, he cupped his hands and said, "I wonder what you call me, sir?"
There were only three of me in the hall at this time, so I didn’t hide anything: “Fu Su.”
Li Xin nodded: "Oh, help..."
When the words came to his lips, he suddenly opened his eyes wide and pointed at me in disbelief: "You are..."
Then he quickly retracted his outstretched hand, stood up and saluted, saying: "I didn't know that Your Majesty was coming, and I missed you from afar. I hope Your Majesty will forgive me."
I waved my hand: "No need to be polite, Marquis of Longxi. I'm here to stay for the night. You are the master of this room. Please sit down."
Li Xin calmed down and sat down slowly: "Thank you, Your Majesty."
I saw that Li Xin was a little uneasy and said with relief: "I came to Longxi to do some things. Now that I have finished the things, I passed by Longxi County and remembered that the Marquis of Longxi was here, so I came to bother you."
Li Xin stood up and said: "Your Majesty, if you can come here, your humble house will be filled with glory."
Without any further politeness, I went straight to the point: "How about the Marquis of Longxi staying here?"
Li Xin replied cautiously: "I can't trust an old man now. Thanks to the emperor's great kindness, I will live here for a long time. Everything is fine."
I nodded: "I am here today to stay overnight. I also want to ask the Marquis of Longxi to give me some advice on something."
Li Xin hurriedly replied: "Xin has not been in the court for a long time and is not very clear about the affairs of the world today. I am afraid that your majesty will be trapped by Xin's words."
I laughed and said, "Just make small talk."
"I'll tell you everything I know. Your Majesty, please tell me."
I thought for a while and said: "Nowadays, the Huns have repeatedly invaded the border. Although the Great Wall has been built, I intend to completely eliminate the troubles of the Huns. I heard that the Marquis of Longxi is good at making surprise attacks. If we fight against the Huns, it will be miraculous."
"But now there are all the generals in the court. I originally wanted the Marquis of Longxi to lead the army again, but I can't bear to have you charge into battle at your age. Therefore, I want to know, does the Marquis of Longxi recommend any good generals who are good at riding on horseback?"
Li Xin smiled bitterly: "Your Majesty, the reason why Xin ended up here is precisely because Xin was young and energetic and underestimated the enemy with his troops, which led to the defeat of the attack on Chu. Although the emperor did not punish Xin, he believed that he had betrayed the emperor's trust. With the king, After General Ben conquered Yanqi, he resigned and returned to Longxi to farm and work. How can I dare to make suggestions to His Majesty again?"
I shook my head: "Don't belittle yourself, Marquis of Longxi. If Lord Changping hadn't rebelled when you attacked Chu, you wouldn't have had to return to Yingchen. As a result, you were intercepted by the Chu army and returned defeated."
Li Xin sighed.
"In any case, the emperor valued Xin so much and gave Xin 200,000 troops to attack Chu, but all of Xin was killed in Chu. To this day, every time he thinks of this, Xin's heart is as sharp as a knife, and he feels deeply for the emperor and those dead soldiers. Feeling guilty.”
I smiled casually: "The past is a thing of the past, so the Marquis of Longxi doesn't need to think too much about it."
Li Xin cupped his hand.
"Thank you, Your Majesty. It's just that the generals that Xin is familiar with are basically too old to ride horses, let alone lead the army in battle. However, if Your Majesty wants to find someone who is good at riding and fighting, Xin believes that there is no need to stick to the existing generals. Famous generals have always been They have been tested for a long time in battles. Didn't Duke Xiao's reform also boldly recruit new people, and finally created an invincible Qin army?"
I nodded: "What the Marquis of Longxi said makes sense."
Due to the fact that I came from a later generation and am relatively familiar with history, I always want to find those famous generals who have become generals or have records in history. Li Xin is right, times make heroes, and it is time to train some new people.
I stood up and said: "I have been taught that the Marquis of Longxi should rest early and I will leave early tomorrow morning. In addition, the Marquis of Longxi should not reveal my identity."
Li Xin bowed: "Xin obeys your Majesty's orders."
