A few days later.
Han Xin is sitting by the river.
Wearing a bamboo hat on his head and a fish basket hanging on his waist.
Holding the fishing rod in his hand, he looked serious.
His life has been much easier since he became a guest of Cao Xiu. He had never even heard of the various delicacies cooked by the chef in his house. After finishing three bowls of rice that day, Rhubarb was so frightened that he ran away with his tail between his legs for fear of eating him too.
Of course, this meal is not free. Han Xin is literate and knows some boxing and kicking skills. Because Peixian County was busy with government affairs these days, and no one was in charge of the orphanage, he was asked to take charge first.
Han Xin did not have high attainments in Qin laws, but he was extremely proficient in arithmetic. When he was the head of the pavilion in Nanchang, he often helped him settle accounts, and his calculations were fast and accurate. Let's talk about abacus. Han Xin probably mastered it after learning it for a few hours, even faster than Cao Xiu.
All I can say is that this is a gift!
After all, when marching and fighting, it is not enough to learn arithmetic.
So, he was asked to teach children arithmetic.
Han Xinjiao's method was also very simple. After a brief introduction, he started to give questions. After the questions were asked, he asked them to do it by themselves, while he sneaked out to fish.
As for fishing...
He used to fish to make a living.
Now he fishes for health.
Last night, Cao Xiu got up and saw him sitting on the edge of the pond fishing. Cao Xiu was so shocked that he almost hit him with a mallet.
"What are you doing here?"
"The long nights are long, and fishing is fun."
"But... there are no fish in my pond!"
"It's okay, the credit is straight."
"You are such a genius!"
"The letter is actually not that good."
"Your emotional intelligence is really low..."
"..."
Han Xin put away the fishing rod, and there was only fish grass on it.
The reason why he was like this was thanks to the old man he had met before. That man was proficient in the language of hundreds of schools of thought, and was especially good at the art of war. After sitting on him for several days, he left several volumes of military books for him. He also told him that fishing was just a trail and could only satisfy his appetite. If you want to achieve great things, you have to be like Lu Shang in the past - fish for people!
Han Xin still doesn't know the identity of the old man. After reading the military book by heart, he burned it according to the old man's instructions. At the same time, he secretly swore in his heart that in the past Lu Shang assisted the Zhou Dynasty to achieve great hegemony and eventually became the king of Qi. If he, Han Xin, could meet Ming Jun, he could also become the King of Qi!
"What is Xin doing here?"
"fishing."
Han Xin glanced at the child next to him and spoke calmly.
These two are orphans adopted by Cao Xiu, namely Ah Zheng and Jian. Although he has some abilities, he doesn't look down on him at all. In the entire Cao family, he obeyed Cao Xiu, and the rest were just local chickens and tile dogs.
"fishing?"
Qin Shihuang frowned.
I saw a lot of bait floating on the river.
"Are you fishing or feeding the fish?!"
"You do not understand."
Han Xin put away the fishing rod and said calmly: "If you want to gain something, you must know how to put more bait. This is true for fishing, and it is true for life, marching and war."
Qin Shihuang stood on tiptoe and glanced at the fish basket.
"However, you didn't catch a single fish."
"Hmph, there's no way to make a fool of yourself!"
Han Xin snorted heavily, contemptuously.
"From what you said, do you know some art of war?"
Wang Jian became interested instead. .
Although Han Xin said that his fishing skills were not very good, what he said did coincide with the art of war. Sometimes in order to win the war, you really need to lay enough bait.
"snort."
Han Xin smiled coldly.
Even, he didn't even bother to answer. In his opinion, talking to these two children was a waste of time.
Wang Jian stared and became angry.
This guy is really arrogant!
I wanted to see if he had any real talent. If he had outstanding abilities, Wang Jian wanted to train him in his spare time. The result was good, he actually ignored them at all.
When Han Xin saw that it was almost time, he stood up.
At the same time, the device that inserts the fishing rod on the side is an automatic fishing device made by Cao Xiu himself. Through various interlocking devices, when the fish is hooked, it will automatically lift it up and retrieve it into the fish basket.
However, the fun of fishing is gone.
Even if he didn't catch a fish, Han Xin was not in a hurry.
I held some clear river water and drank it all in one gulp.
"Comfortable!"
"..."
"Let's go, it's almost time." Han Xin smiled, "Today the county magistrate will personally promote Mr. Cao to an official position, and we should go and celebrate."
"That's fine."
Qin Shihuang nodded slightly.
They already knew about this yesterday, and the servants in the house started working early in the morning. He also said that he would hold a banquet for the neighbors in the evening, and even the county magistrate would attend the banquet.
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"Cao Xiu, the chief of the Sishui Pavilion, listens to the edict!"
Hu Wancang stood in front of Cao Xiu's house, holding a piece of silk. There are soldiers behind him on the left and right, Xiao He and Cao Shen are all there, and all of them are wearing black brocade official uniforms. The scene today is quite big, with gongs and drums roaring all around, firecrackers blasting, flags waving, and a sea of people!
"The pavilion chief is going to make a big move this time!"
"Did you see the carriage behind? It's full of copper coins!"
"The pavilion chief deserves it for his great achievements this time."
After a while, Cao Xiu walked out calmly.
Everything is expected, naturally there will be no surprises.
"Xiu, listen to the order!"
Hu Wancang immediately opened the silk fabric.
At the same time, the whole place fell silent for a moment.
Xiao He and Cao Shen stood with their hands clasped behind each other, smiling.
After so many years, Cao Xiu finally arrived today. For him, this is just the beginning, and it will never stop here. After all, his previous political achievements were outstanding, but he just hid them and did not report them all.
"In the 28th year of the Wei Dynasty, it was midsummer. Cao Xiu, the head of the Sishui Pavilion, presented his treasure and said: "Qu Yuan Plow. With a medium-sized oxen pulling the plow, six acres can be plowed per day. This plow is a useful tool for promoting agriculture, and you are very pleased with it. It is a great time. When he went to Sishui County, Cao Xiu presented a limited purchase order and performed meritorious service in the capital of Guizhou. I, the Qin Dynasty, made the people rewarded for their meritorious service. He was promoted to the second level of the rank and became an official official. He served as the stingy husband of Fengyi Township. He also received two yi as a reward, and he was given the title of Concubine Two!"
"Show, respect the imperial edict!"
Cao Xiu raised his hands and bowed with great respect.
At the same time, he put away the imperial edict and silk with both hands.
Then, Cao'er put the silk into the sandalwood box. The edict was obviously drafted by the county governor, but it was also a great honor. It must be preserved first and then engraved on the two stone pillars at the gate to show the master's achievements. This is the so-called valve review.
"The county prince has come all the way. Xiu is hosting a banquet today to entertain his relatives and neighbors. I hope the county prince will not refuse."
"OK!"
Hu Wancang smiled and nodded.
He was still very satisfied with Cao Xiu's attitude.
After all, he had lived in Xianyang and met many different kinds of people. Some people are very humble at first, but when they successfully rise to the top, they immediately turn against others.
"This is a double-panel long crown." Hu Wancang ordered someone to get the crown and belt, and said seriously: "As you have reached the seventh-level official position, you should also wear a double-panel long crown, with a yellow tassel under your chin. Come, I will personally Crown for you!"
"Thank you, Lord County!"
Cao Xiu bowed and thanked him again.
After putting it on, Cao Xiu raised his hand and touched it.
Then, he smiled at Cao Shen.
"Brother, your crown and belt are not as beautiful as mine!"
"..."
Cao Shen, who was always serious, couldn't help but smile.
This kid still likes to be funny!
