Grand Tutor Xie An arranged Xu Zongwen's seat closest to his own, only one seat away from King Sima Daozi of Kuaiji. The two of them sandwiched Grand Tutor Xie An in the middle.
"For the Northern Expedition to achieve such an achievement, Zong Wen's contribution is indispensable! Come, I'll give you a bottle."
"Thank you, Master."
"Please have a full drink."
"Thank you, Master."
The mainstays of the Jin Dynasty gathered together in high spirits. Xu Zongwen and Taifu Xie An drank several bottles of wine. Everyone ignored the etiquette and encouraged the court to drink, and even danced with the dancer...
Xie Shi: "Zong Wen, this time you recaptured Luoyang, repulsed the Yan army, and defeated Yan King Murong Chui. You can be said to have made great achievements, surpassing those of Bailiao!"
Xu Zongwen raised his glass and made a toast: "Xiao is able to be where he is today because of His Majesty's heavenly grace, Tai Fu's favor, and the support of the two governors. Xie's kindness to Xiao will be unforgettable in Xiao's life! If one day, Xie has a Wherever Xiao's service is needed, Xiao will never hesitate to repay Xie's kindness!"
Very good, this is what Taifu Xie An was waiting for!
"Zongwen, it's enough for you to have this heart." Grand Governor Xie Shi raised his hand and lifted Xu Zongwen's wrist.
While Xu Zongwen was communicating with several leading figures of the Xie family in Chen County, Nanjun Gong Huanxuan, who had just been ridiculed by King Kuaiji, also came over to express his gratitude to Xu Zongwen. If Xu Zongwen had not protected him, Huanxuan would have killed the Longkang Huan family. I've lost all face!
Xu Zongwen is very interested in Huanxuan, a young boy who is only fifteen years old. This is not only a potential stock, but also a future boss of the Longkang Huan family's second rise. It was Xu Zongwen's plan to make friends with him. one.
There is a saying that some people in the court are good at serving as officials. Xu Zongwen knew this very well. There are many examples in history of generals being at odds with each other and eventually leading to defeat and humiliation of the country!
Among the top noble families in the dynasty, the Wang family of Langya had already become involved in political affairs. The Yu family of Yingchuan was completely destroyed by Huan Wen. The remaining Huan family of Longkang and the Xie family of Chenjun both had good relations with Xu Zongwen. This trip to Jiankang For Xu Zongwen, the trip is really not in vain, it is worth it!
On the way to the birthday banquet, Xu Zongwen and Xu Zongwen left the backyard of Xie's Mansion for an excuse. They said they were not feeling well and were too drunk as an excuse to leave temporarily. They went out alone from the corridor and walked hand in hand slowly to the stone steps by the lake in the backyard.
"Wine, good wine!"
There seemed to be a sound in front of him. Xu Zongwen stopped. He suddenly turned around and failed to react. He almost lost his footing and bumped into a man smelling of alcohol. The drunk man was caught off guard.
Fortunately, Xu Zongwen also experienced swords and swords on the battlefield. He stretched out his strong and strong arms in time to support the drunk man. Out of gratitude, the man thanked him. Xu Zongwen smiled slightly and said that it was still his fault. After eating. Come here for a walk if you have nothing to eat.
Xu Zongwen saw that this man had a dignified appearance and was dressed as a scholar. Since he was able to attend the birthday banquet of Grand Master Xie An, he must be an unusual person, so he couldn't help but ask: "I wonder if my surname is high, where is the county official?"
"Descendant of the Guo family in Yingchuan, Guo Shang and Guo Zijin." The drunk man was very straightforward and did not hide anything.
Yingchuan is a land of outstanding people and people. Since the end of the Han Dynasty, countless outstanding talents have been produced.
Among them, the Guo family of Yingchuan is second to none, and when it comes to the Guo family of Yingchuan, one person is indispensable, and that is Cao Cao's close friends and old friends, counselors Guo Jia and Guo Fengxiao!
"Guo Fengxiao was born, a hero among the heroes. He has scriptures and history hidden in his belly, and armored soldiers are hidden in his chest. His planning was like Fan Li, and his decision-making was like Chen Ping. It's a pity that he died first, and he was a pillar of the Central Plains. I wonder who Guo Fengxiao was when the military advisor offered wine to him?" Xu Zongwen asked directly.
Guo Shang closed his eyes and leaned aside. Although his body was heavy, when he heard Xu Zongwen reciting poems and praising Guo Jia, his energy suddenly became much stronger. He opened his blurred eyes and replied: "The military advisor is offering wine to the ancestors!"
"My dear, Xu Xiao, I am lucky enough to meet a descendant of a genius today. It is truly a worthwhile trip!" Xu Zongwen straightened his clothes and bowed deeply.
Guo Shang opened his eyes and glanced down at Xu Zongwen with deep meaning. He said slowly: "I am just a humble person. I have betrayed my ancestors. I dare not think that Xu Xiaoqi is so ridiculous!"
"Why is Mr. Zijin so angry?"
"I heard Zhu Shijun say that it was a censor who spoke for me in front of the emperor, and that was how my name, Xu Xiao, was favored by your majesty. I heard that this censor is your surname Guo. I wonder if I have any connection with Mr. ?”
After Xu Zongwen received the edict from Jiankang ordering him to join the court, Pang Bai, the commander of the Jinyi Guards, had already begun to arrange the manpower in Jiankang.
Jin Yiwei's detective in Jiankang City accidentally inquired about this matter. Fei Ge sent a letter to Luoyang and reported it to Xu Zongwen for review, so Xu Zongwen asked this question.
"Could the general be Xu Xiao, the general who conquered the north?"
"Sir, you are smart. I am Xu Xiao, the general who conquered the north."
Guo Shang got to the point, and Xu Zongwen readily admitted his identity. He had no intention of hiding it in front of Guo Sang.
"It's none other than Shi Yushi Guo Shang!" Guo Shang pointed out and stopped. It was just a guess. He didn't want to make it too clear. He didn't want to go too far. He didn't expect Xu Zongwen to admit it immediately, which made his eyes light up!
Xu Zongwen is not a superficial person. He already knows what to do after Guo Shang's advice.
According to Guo Shang, he was a low-ranking official, so he was not qualified to attend the birthday banquet of Grand Master Xie An. However, for some reason, the invitation from Xie Mansion was sent to his residence, so he could only accept the invitation. And arrived.
"It seems that the meeting between you and me here today is no accident, but destiny!"
"What Xu Xiaoqi doesn't know is that my grandfather was the bookkeeper of Xu Jiangzhou back then, so I know the Xu family in the East China Sea very well."
"Furthermore, if it weren't for Xu Xiaoqi, Wen Tao and Wu Lu, who strategized and made many great achievements in the Northern Expedition, no matter how sharp his teeth and sharp tongue, no matter how eloquent Guo Shang was, he still wouldn't be able to do it in front of His Majesty and the court. Good words for you!”
"Mr. Zijin is too modest...too modest."
"If nothing happens, Xu Xiao would like to invite you to share the cup with me. We will get drunk and then rest. I wonder if I can do it for you?"
"It's my wish, but I dare not invite you!"
"color!"
During the birthday banquet, Xu Zongwen took a pot of wine and talked with Guo Shang by the pool.
Guo Shang poured a glass of wine for Xu Zongwen, and poured a glass for himself, and then said: "Warriors must be carried out in the name of benevolence and righteousness, with a heart to benefit the people, and to ensure the safety of the country."
"The Qin Dynasty was cruel and cruel. King Fu Jian of Qin led an army of millions of tigers and wolves south to attack us, which was an unjust army. We have wise kings and good ministers in the Jin Dynasty, and all the officials perform their duties. We have elite soldiers and generals outside, and soldiers from the north. Xifu soldiers guarded the Jianghuai River, but the Qin Dynasty was prone to frequent chaos. Since the death of Prime Minister Wang Jinglue, the state government was in chaos, and the barbarians other than the Di people were eyeing..."
Xu Zongwen was fascinated by what he heard and clapped his hands continuously: "What you said is absolutely true. This is the reason why our Northern Expedition army won consecutive battles and victories."
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The birthday banquet of Grand Tutor Xie An was coming to an end and it was approaching Haishi. Everyone who attended the birthday banquet took advantage of the fact that the key to the city gate was about to be handed down. Under the thick moonlight, they were helped out of the backyard by their parents and servants. Entering the warm sedan outside Xie's mansion.
Afterwards, he immediately lay down in Jiuhou's carriage, and fell into a hazy sleep amidst the crisp sound of hooves as the horses galloped down Zhuque Street and the sound of whips cracking from time to time...
Xu Zongwen left Guo Shang in the wing of Xie Mansion for one night in the name of a close friend. Xie Yong, the housekeeper of Xie Mansion, just laughed it off.
This General Zhengbei was a guest of the Grand Tutor, and he even left General Ji Wangpi speechless at the birthday banquet. He was not an ordinary person, he was just staying overnight, and he didn't even report it.
