This Taipinglou night banquet lasted until the end of Youshi and ended quietly with everyone's reluctance. Until a group of people walked in the late night alleys of Linzi City under the full moon, Zhang San found a private house and rented a few rooms. house.
Pei Qing: "Hurry up and help the young master go in and rest! Remember to ask your boss for some hangover medicine."
Xu Zongwen originally thought that Zhuojiu had no strength and would not make him drunk even if he drank it open. Unexpectedly, he drank three jars of Sangluo wine in one go, and then he was so drunk that he fell unconscious...
Xu Zongwen was half-drunk after being given a large bowl of kudzu tea, and then he opened his hazy eyes. He felt that the drowsiness in his eyes gradually dissipated, and then a refreshing air rose up in his internal organs and spread throughout his body. Then the fatigue disappears!
The same goes for Pei Qing on the side. The flush on his face has begun to subside and his mind is clearer.
"Keep your promise, stay safe." At midnight, Pei Qing picked up someone outside the room and admitted him to the hospital.
"Brother Auxiliary Machine, I haven't seen you for many years, but you still look the same!" The person who spoke was a handsome man with a scholar's crown and a white shirt.
"Hahaha, keep your promise and you will live a happy life in Qingzhou. Don't forget to give in!"
The two called themselves brothers and chatted happily.
Xu Zongwen heard the conversation between Pei Qing and the man. , double eyelids half-opened, opened the door and saw a person standing as straight as a long pine tree, like a fisherman on both sides of the Yishui River sitting firmly on a fishing platform. The surface is as calm as water, which makes people feel deep and tight, but it teaches people how to I can’t even see through it!
After Xu Zongwen looked at the voice and smile of the visitor, he was about to say something to Zhang San.
"General." Pei Qing turned around and noticed that Xu Zongwen had stood up. The man seemed to have recognized Xu Zongwen. He smiled and said, "I have met Xu Xiaoqi. I am Xi Jian. I am now the principal of Qi County." Xi Jian spoke respectfully. But even every word is clear, loud and resounding.
There is Pei Qing and Xi Jian. The talents of these two people are probably about the same!
"Xi Jian, also named Shou Yue, is Qing's good friend." Pei Qing introduced him from the side.
It was also the first time for Xu Zongwen to see him, and he smiled and nodded in agreement from time to time. However, in the eyes of everyone, Xu Zongwen already favored Guo Shang.
"I've heard about the name for a long time. It turns out it's Mr. Xi Shouyue. Xu Xiao is polite."
General, this person is Xi Jian, the current head of Qi County, and Mr. Xi Shouyue, who is also my best friend. "Pei Qing pulled Xi Jian forward and introduced Xu Zongwen enthusiastically.
Xu Zongwen stepped forward with a smile and saluted: "I have met Mr. Keeper of the Promise. He has a graceful demeanor and is indeed extraordinary."
Pei Qing's alias Fuji and Xi Jian's alias Shouyue. The characters of these two people are exactly the same as those of two famous celebrities in later generations. Naturally, they are quite special existences for Xu Zongwen.
"This one is the General of Valiant Cavalry that I and my dear brother-keeper called me."
"Xi Jian has met the general and heard about the general's name for a long time. In the Battle of Feishui, the general killed Fu Rong, Duke of Yangping, and his reputation first appeared. In the Battle of Pengcheng, the general became famous in one battle and regained the huge Xuzhou, which made the world look at him!"
"Sir, you are ridiculous!" Xu Zongwen said with a smile: "As the saying goes, those who follow the trend will prosper, and those who go against the trend will perish. I, Xu Xiao, am only able to accumulate meager achievements by following the weather, which is not enough."
"Those who follow the trend prosper, and those who go against the trend perish! A general who is not arrogant in victory but not discouraged in defeat has a broad mind, which makes Xi Jian admire him!" Xi Jian said and folded his waist again, and was about to salute Xu Zongwen when Xu Zongwen quickly stretched out his hand to support him. Xi Jian repeatedly said that he did not dare to accept such a big gift, and the three of them took their seats after greeting each other.
Pei Qing has political talents and can come up with clever plans. Xu Zongwen learned this when he attacked Wuyuan City in Xuzhou. Later, he relied on Pei Qing's advice to attack Pengcheng. From beginning to end, Xu Zongwen just thought of a move to connect the ladders into an array. Pei Qing not only helped Xu Zongwen planned a strategy to break the city, and he was able to observe the sky at night and predict that it would rain on the day he attacked Pengcheng. Only then did he save Xu Zongwen's ladder array and prevent Xu Zongwen's siege plan from going bankrupt.
Since Xi Jian is the Chief Registrar of Qi County, he will not be any worse in terms of political management. He must also have a very clever strategy to become a close friend with Pei Qing. This is another great talent, a great talent!
The bright moon is in my arms, how can I miss it?
"Since Xu Xiao led the army, he has witnessed the misery of the Han people in the north. He vowed in his heart to regain his homeland, clarify the world, and return the world to us. However, my own power is very little. I wonder if sir, can you give me some advice?"
Xu Zongwen looked longingly at Xi Jian who was right in front of him. He rubbed his eyes with both hands, making his eye sockets red, and squeezed out a few tears. He seemed to be showing his true feelings, like a loyal minister and filial son who was loyal to his country and asked for his life!
"It turns out that the general still has the ambition of Kunpeng. Xi Jian really underestimated the general!" Xi Jian saw Xu Zongwen's sincere face and received Pei Qing's approval, so he praised Xu Zongwen.
Xu Zongwen heard Xi Jian's flattery, but not Xi Jian's sincerity, so he sighed and said to himself: "It seems that Mr. Xu feels that Xu Xiao cannot achieve great things, so he is unwilling to help me." ! It’s just that my loyalty to serve the country has been proven by the passing of time. Without the help of talented people, I am really heartbroken, heartbroken! Whatever! I, Xu Xiao, have little knowledge, and I am a martial artist. I am vulgar and cannot be refined. , it stains the eyes of reality, it’s Xu Xiao’s fault, isn’t it!”
Xu Xiao sighed and beat his chest. His image of caring about the country and the people was vividly performed by him. Even Pei Qing couldn't help but feel a little moved. He originally thought that Xu Zongwen was just aiming to capture the city and win the first place in the Northern Expedition. To advance to the next level, in the end it will just become a major town! However, he did not expect that Xu Zongwen would regard the restoration of the Central Plains as his lifelong wish. He believed that he had wronged Xu Zongwen.
Pei Qing: This time, it seems I made a mistake.
Xu Zongwen supported half of his face with his hands, wiping away non-existent tears. In fact, he was secretly observing Xi Jian's movements. He pretended to sob, straightened his clothes and shook his sleeves as if he was leaving.
"Wait!" Xi Jian stood up. After hesitating for a moment, he raised his head and looked Xu Zongwen in the face, and asked sincerely: "Is the general talking about restoring the Central Plains and clarifying the world a joke?"
"There is a god three feet above my head. God testifies that everything I, Xu Xiao, said just now in front of these two gentlemen is definitely not a casual exaggeration! If there are even half a lie, I, Xu Xiao, will not be able to die well, nor will I die. Burial place!" Xu Xiao raised his hand and made an oath. When Pei Qing saw it, he couldn't help but stand up and pull Xu Zongwen's hand down.
"Why does the general swear such a strong oath?" Pei Qing couldn't stand listening anymore. If it continued like this, the two of them would be too rude.
Xi Jian nodded, feeling very satisfied. In fact, he definitely followed Pei Qing into the courtyard tonight with a tentative intention. As for who to join, he never had that intention, not because the official position opposite was not prominent enough, but because Because there is no lord worth serving in his heart.
Just now, Xu Zongwen swore a strong oath just for him, the person he met for the first time, and even tried to solicit him. No matter how much he insisted on refusing, it would really make Xu Zongwen embarrassed, so he gave in and prepared to have a good talk with Xu Zongwen. , and by the way, have a deeper understanding of what kind of person this famous Cavalry General is, and then make the final decision.
"I wonder what your general's ambition is?"
"My ambition?" Xu Zongwen pointed at himself, and seeing Xi Jian nodding, he turned around and returned to the main seat to sit down, and began to think carefully.
At the same time, Pei Qing and Xi Jian stared at Xu Zongwen.
I don't know whether it was because he was thick-skinned or because he was thinking too hard about the problem. Xu Zongwen was not aware of this, and he didn't even feel any discomfort. He just looked away and stared at the door in front of him from a distance, without thinking. Do you know where it flew to?
Xu Zongwen: "Ambition? I want to go home now. My 80-year-old mother is still waiting for me at home. I just want to go home. Is it so difficult to go home? I finally came out and just drank a few bottles of wine. Just brought this to me..."
Xu Zongwen hummed softly: "I had you in my dream last night. I woke up at two or three in the morning. You were in the sea far away, not in my arms... Ah! I miss that young lady who makes me dream... …”
"General, general?" Pei Qing came closer and called for a long time without seeing any response from Xu Zongwen. He could only pat Xu Zongwen on the shoulder. It might be a habitual defensive action. Xu Zongwen subconsciously took out his hand and grabbed Pei Qing's palm and pointed it backward. Turn it hard...
"Ah! General, let go!"
Outside the room, Zhang San turned his head, frowned, and thought to himself: What sound did I just hear?
When Xu Zongwen reacted, he immediately let go of his hand and apologized, explaining that he was too absorbed. He sat upright and said slowly: "Ambition, I, Xu Xiao, have four ambitions: to establish a heart for the world, to establish a destiny for the people, and to carry on the unique knowledge of the saints. Create peace for all generations.”
These four sentences alone amazed Pei Qing and Xi Jian!
"Since the Wei Dynasty and the Jin Dynasty, the Five Pecks of Rice Cult has become popular, and all the big families in Jiangzuo regard metaphysics as the most precious treasure. The wind of chatting has swept the world, analyzing names and principles, and appraising people have become topics of discussion among everyone. No one thinks about it. How should we do our best to contribute to the prosperity of the Jin Dynasty? How should we make the restoration of our homeland a lifelong ambition like Zu Ti, the Yu brothers, Huan Da Sima and others? It’s really not appropriate to leave the world behind!”
"I, Xu Xiao, will be self-denial and diligent in this life, so that the barbarians will be subdued. There will never be war in the world. The people will have enough food and clothing, and will not have to suffer from wars and the pain of war and separation. Let my Han family have officials who govern the country in a clear and transparent manner, everyone serves the public, and no one picks up things on the road. , a truly peaceful and prosperous age where the doors are never closed at night..."
"In addition, let all the sons and daughters of the Han family, regardless of whether they are from a humble family, rich or poor, be able to read the books of the saints and bathe in the grace of the saints..."
Xu Zongwen stood up and said with great momentum: "If the country is strong and expands the territory for our Jin Dynasty, we must bring all the countries to come to the dynasty, and our Jin Dynasty will become the truly most powerful country in the four seas... As for me, Xu Xiao, if Xu Xiao will be satisfied if he can have words such as the late general engraved on my tombstone after my death!"
Xu Zongwen was eloquent and eloquent. Pei Qing and Xi Jian cheered and cheered, and their eyes were full of excitement. Their hearts were also ups and downs, and the blood in their bodies was boiling.
"Lord, please accept our courtesy!" Pei Qing and Xi Jian suddenly made a plop and Xu Zongwen knelt down, bowed his head and bowed.
Xu Zongwen turned his back to the two of them, pointing his finger high up, as if pointing out the country. This sudden recognition of the master made Xu Zongwen at a loss what to do!
"Two gentlemen, please wake up quickly."
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