Sang Hongyang, who is good at calculation and sharp words, has already seen the cleverness in Huo Guang's question.
However, Liu Che, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, was obviously not as good at arithmetic as Sang Hongyang, and for a while he did not see the problem with the chess pieces in their hands.
so.
Liu Che, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, continued to ask: "Huo Guang, you have fourteen chess pieces and Sang Hongyang only has seven. How can we say the same thing?"
When Huo Guang heard this, he said to Liu Che, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty: "Your Majesty, don't worry, let me explain to you."
"My first sentence was to say that I have as many chess pieces as he has in his hand!"
"Look, if I divide the seven chess pieces, the numbers will be the same."
"The second sentence, I have two more chess pieces than him. Look, if I take out two more pieces, doesn't it correspond?"
"Finally, all the remaining chess pieces are given to Sang Shizhong. His chess pieces are seven, plus the five I gave, it's exactly twelve. This exactly corresponds to my last sentence. "
While Huo Guang was speaking, his hands were not idle. He gently pushed the five extra chess pieces on the chessboard to Sang Hongyang's chess pieces.
Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty frowned, even though he already knew that the opponent's chess pieces were now twelve.
But I couldn't help but count them again.
Then found out.
The chess pieces on Sang Hongyang's side really turned into twelve!
At this time, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty had an expression of curiosity and amazement on his face, clapped his hands and said, "Sure enough, there are twelve chess pieces, seconds!"
"Huo Guang, don't you know how many chess pieces Sang Hongyang has in his hand?"
"Quick, tell me how you did this?"
Liu Che, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, had liked novelty gadgets since he was a child. Now that Huo Guang had given him a hand like this, he immediately became interested.
Huo Guang then explained: "Your Majesty, to put it bluntly, it's just arithmetic operations."
"Arithmetic?" Han Wu Emperor Liu Che squinted at Sang Hongyang.
Talk about arithmetic.
Sang Hongyang is amazing. Why, he didn't even notice?
At this moment, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty was very curious.
Huo Guang also explained at this time: "Your Majesty, you see, in fact, this is a problem of the equivalence of the numbers on both sides. I have fourteen chess pieces in my hand, and in Sang Shizhong's hand, no matter how many chess pieces he grabs, as long as If it’s less than twelve, I can make his final result become twelve!”
"It probably means fourteen minus two equals twelve."
"Twelve minus the remaining number in his hand is the number of extra chess pieces I have."
"The sum of the numbers is equal, and the difference is the remaining number."
"If Your Majesty still doesn't understand, you can remove the middle step and the two extra chess pieces."
"The total comes to twelve."
"I have twelve chess pieces in my hand, and if Sang Shi has less than twelve, my two numbers will be subtracted from each other. If I give him the extra number of chess pieces, it will still be my original number of twelve."
After Huo Guang explained.
Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty suddenly felt enlightened, shook his head and said: "Hey, it's such a simple arithmetic problem, Sang Hongyang, you didn't realize it."
Listen to His Majesty's rebuke.
Sang Hongyang looked very embarrassed and said, "Your Majesty, I have fallen into Huo Yilang's trap. He deliberately used those words to confuse me. Otherwise, how could I not see the problem in this."
Good guy.
Sang Hongyang’s mouth is really tough!
Huo Guang raised his eyebrows, glanced at him, and said calmly: "Sang Shizhong, if you lose, you lose. Where do you get so many excuses!"
"snort."
Sang Hongyang snorted and said he didn't want to pay attention to Huo Guang.
At this moment.
Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty looked at the two people who were having an unpleasant quarrel and immediately waved his hands and said, "Okay, I didn't ask you to come here today just to listen to your bickering."
"Among the nine ministers, there is still a vacancy for the position of Da Nong Ling!"
"Two of you, let's talk about it. Who would be more suitable for me to arrange to fill this official position?"
Shizhong, Langzhong, Yilang, Zhonglang, etc. are all close ministers around His Majesty and the think tank around the Emperor.
Sometimes when His Majesty encounters problems that cannot be solved, he will hold an internal meeting to discuss solutions.
And the internal meeting.
It was these close ministers who participated and made suggestions.
so.
It is normal for Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty to ask Yu Huoguang and Sang Hongyang about the promotion of candidates.
Upon hearing His Majesty's question, Sang Hongyang immediately said: "Your Majesty, I think Zhuang Qingzhai is feasible. This person is currently serving as the Censor Zhongcheng and the Crown Prince Taifu, so he is qualified!"
When Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty heard about Zhuang Qingzhai, he immediately shook his head and said, "Zhuang Qingzhai should let him teach the prince specifically. The Da Nong Order is a very busy job, so don't be distracted!"
Seeing that His Majesty rejected the proposal.
Sang Hongyang immediately said: "I would like to recommend Shi Qing, the former Crown Prince and Tutor, to your majesty, is it okay?"
Former prince and tutor?
When Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty heard this, he still shook his head.
The Shi family was so famous that during the reign of Emperor Jing of the Han Dynasty, Emperor Jing of the Han Dynasty described it as the family of Wan Shijun.
There is no other reason.
From the father to the four sons of the Shi family, they are basically officials with a salary of two thousand dan, and they are all high-ranking officials.
If it were left to the time of Emperor Jing, of course there would be no problem.
But Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty Liu Che was now in power. With his jealous mind, it was naturally impossible for him to hand over such an important position as the Da Nong Order to the Shi family father and son.
Sang Hongyang saw that two of his recommendations were rejected in a row, and he did not dare to say anything at the moment.
I was afraid that if someone said something that His Majesty would not like, it would actually make Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty angry.
then.
He turned his attention to Huo Guang and said, "Your Majesty, I can't think of any good candidates at the moment."
"but!"
"Looking at Huo Yilang's appearance, he must have already recommended someone in his heart."
"Your Majesty, why not listen to Huo Yilang's advice first?"
Good guy.
Why are you blaming me if you can't recommend a suitable candidate yourself?
Huo Guang suddenly felt helpless.
Liu Che, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, heard what Sang Hongyang said. He turned his attention to Huo Guang and said, "Huo Guang, please tell me who you think is suitable to fill the vacancy of the Da Nong Order!"
Huo Guang suddenly frowned and asked, "Your Majesty, let me tell you something. If you feel bad, don't be angry!"
Liu Che, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, immediately said: "But it doesn't matter. If I really don't like it and don't adopt your suggestion, that's it. How can I be angry!"
Hear this.
The tension in Huo Guang's heart suddenly relaxed, and he quickly said: "Your Majesty, the Da Nong Order controls the country's money, grain, wealth and other financial revenue and expenditures. Such an official position should be filled with people who are good at playing with arithmetic problems!"
"And such a person?"
"It's not far in the horizon, it's right in front of you!"
Far away and right in front of you?
When Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty and Sang Hongyang heard this, they both stared at Huo Guang in unison.
Sang Hongyang even tried to stop him and said, "Your Majesty, you can't do that. Huo Yilang is so young and has not even performed the crowning ceremony yet. If he is allowed to serve as a great farmer and spread the word, wouldn't he be laughing at me because I have no one in my court?" "
Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty heard this.
He also nodded repeatedly and said, "What Sang Hongyang said makes sense. Huo Guang, you are still too young. The issue of Qiangu's income and expenditure is not just a matter of playing arithmetic."
Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty said this.
Huo Guang suddenly felt a little pain in his balls, and after sighing a little in his heart, he said, "Your Majesty, I didn't say it was me!"
"What I'm saying is..."
"Your attendant, Sang Hongyang!"
now.
Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty Liu Che and Sang Hongyang couldn't believe their ears. What did Huo Guang say just now?
He said!
Recommend Sang Hongyang as a big farming order?
Aren't they two enemies?
Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty Liu Che was very puzzled, so he asked: "Huo Guang, please tell me the reasons for recommending Sang Shizhong!"
Huo Guang said calmly: "Everyone knows that Sang Shizhong is good at calculations and sharp words. He is a great farmer who controls the world's money, grain and wealth. These are perfect for him. Furthermore, Sang Shizhong has assisted His Majesty in his previous salt and iron government policy. The great farmer ordered Yan Yi to implement this measure."
"Compare the two."
"In the entire court, I'm afraid there is no one more suitable for the official position of Da Nong Ling than Sang Shizhong."
Hear this.
Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty took another look at Sang Hongyang, wondering how he had missed him!
Why was Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty dissatisfied with Zhuang Qingzhai, Shi Qing and others?
Because these two people are not his confidants, if he takes any further measures, there is no guarantee that he will not object like Yan Yi did before.
But if Sang Hongyang takes office as the Great Agricultural Order.
Don’t say anything else.
If I want to take any financial measures, I will never object.
Moreover.
Sang Hongyang's talents are enough to hold the post of Da Nong Ling.
After some thought.
Liu Che, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, finally showed a smile on his face and said: "Huo Guang, actually, I also have this intention. You and I would like to go together."
"I'm just curious. Aren't you two enemies?"
"Why do you know how to mention Sang Hongyang?"
Huo Guang immediately said: "Your Majesty, there is a saying that you should not avoid relatives when promoting talents. I was thinking, if you can avoid relatives, why should you avoid resentments?"
"So I recommend Sang Shizhong purely because of his talents!"
"At the same time, this can also be a good indication that I have no selfish motives in recommending Sang Shizhong this time."
When Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty Liu Che heard this, he burst out laughing and said: "You are so selfless, Hongyang. Look, Huo Guang is not old, but he has a much bigger mind than you. You should learn from this." "
Sang Hongyang immediately nodded and said, "I am ashamed of myself."
thereafter.
Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty Liu Che closed his eyes slightly, as if he was resting his mind or thinking about something.
After waiting for a while.
Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty Liu Che did not open his eyes, but he slowly asked: "Hongyang, you and I have been together for twenty years, right?"
Sang Hongyang quickly replied: "Your Majesty, I have been studying with Your Majesty since I was thirteen years old. It has indeed been twenty years now."
"It's been twenty years!" Liu Che, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, sighed. He didn't know whether he was lamenting how quickly time passed, or lamenting that Sang Hongyang had been buried beside him for twenty years. Then he said, "It's time to promote you, today." Get up, you can take over the position of Da Nong Ling first!"
"Your Majesty, Sang Hongyang, thank you for your favor!"
Hearing this, Sang Hongyang burst into tears and fell to the ground.
Have no idea!
To be ranked among the three nobles and nine ministers, is this the lifelong pursuit of many burly men?
A few days ago.
Sang Hongyang was still at home lamenting that he spent most of his time with His Majesty. He was getting older day by day and his official career was probably hopeless.
Unexpectedly.
Today I have reached the sky in one step, ranking among the three nobles and nine ministers.
This is so exciting. .z.br>
After a meal of gratitude, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty Liu Che chatted some more with Huo Guang and Sang Hongyang, and then asked them to retreat.
The two of them left the palace after bidding farewell to the emperor.
Huo Guang left the main hall first, so he walked in front. However, before leaving the palace gate, Sang Hongyang caught up with him.
Sang Hongyang said politely at this time: "Huo Yilang walked much slower than usual today. Are you waiting for me on purpose?"
"Servant Sang, ah no, why should Sang Danong ask knowingly?" Huo Guang said, then he cupped his hands to Sang Hongyang and said, "I would like to congratulate Sang Danong here first. Congratulations on your promotion!"
Sang Hongyang immediately laughed and said, "Thanks to
Huo Yilang suggested, otherwise, His Majesty might have to ignore Sang's existence again. "
In terms of qualifications, Sang Hongyang has been with Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty for more than 20 years.
In terms of intelligence, Sang Hongyang is good at calculating fortune!
In terms of experience, Sang Hongyang often assisted Yan Yi, the previous great agricultural minister, in implementing his majesty's policies.
It is suitable for him to serve as a great farmer.
only!
Huo Guang proposed that Sang Hongyang should be the chief agricultural officer. Did he really have no selfish motives at all?
of course not.
otherwise.
He wouldn't deliberately slow down and wait for Sang Hongyang to catch up.
Looking at Sang Hongyang, whose face was glowing after being promoted, Huo Guang showed a sly smile and said: "Hey, Sang Danong, since you said it, it is thanks to my suggestion that you became the Da Nong Order. In view of this , then should you give me something in return?"
"Repay?" Sang Hongyang frowned slightly and said, "I can't afford the second half million!"
This old man is still obsessed with the past five hundred thousand dollars!
Huo Guang then shook his head helplessly and said, "No, no, no, what do I need your money for? The reward I'm talking about is the slag from the iron smelting plant. After you become the Great Farmer, don't stop me from transporting this stuff back."
Of course Sang Hongyang knew about this, and immediately frowned and asked: "Oh, speaking of this, Sang is also curious, what does Huo Yilang want these things for?"
"Hey!" Huo Guang sighed, then put on a disappointed look and said, "Sang Danong, we are all smart people, why bother pretending to be confused! Don't you know what I am going to do? Don't say anything else. , I am afraid that the businessman Tian Jia you sent has already told you about the cement!"
When Huo Guang said this.
An expression of surprise suddenly appeared on Sang Hongyang's face.
obviously.
He didn't expect that he would even know about sending Tian Jia to inquire about him.
Subconsciously.
Sang Hongyang couldn't help but frown, stared at Huo Guang with squinted eyes and asked, "How did Huo Yilang know that Tian Jia was related to me? Oh, it must be those rangers!"
A room for self-questioning and answering.
Sang Hongyang immediately thought of the reason.
Today's Ranger.
Huo Guang has formed an organization called Jinyi, which is a considerable force.
There is this network of connections.
Huo Guang can easily grasp any disturbance in Chang'an.
How could the wealthy businessman Tian Jia avoid Jin Yi's surveillance when he visited Sang Hongyang's house for a few days?
Seeing that Sang Hongyang had guessed correctly.
Huo Guang smiled faintly and said, "Sang Danong is amazing. He guessed it right. In that case, let's go back to the iron ore slag."
"As it was before,"
"I will continue to transport the iron slag produced every day by the iron smelting plant."
"Isn't this a problem, Sang Danong?"
However, facing Huo Guang's request, Sang Hongyang shook his head noncommittally and said, "This is not acceptable!"
