This conversation lasted most of the day.
From the rising sun to the setting sun, the study door was tightly closed, and even lunch was brought in by Zhao Ping, who was always outside the door. No one knows what they said in these few hours. The only thing they know is that from this day on, the history of Zhao State, and even the history of China as a whole, will be filled with the writings of the two people in the room.
"Don't worry, Your Majesty. I will go and arrange the caravan overnight." Lu Buwei stood up and gave a slight salute to Zhao Kuo. His eyes shone not only with the surprise and emotion at the entrance, but also with a hint of indifference. The admiration of the past, and a hint of excitement and excitement that the ambition will be rewarded.
When Zhao Kuo heard this, he nodded with satisfaction. Those who do what they say are the ones he hopes and needs.
"Yes!" Zhao Kuo also stood up, patted Lu Buwei's shoulder again, and said slowly: "We will take over for the North."
"See you on behalf of Bei." Lu Buwei also bowed again.
Then he turned around and the two of them left the study together.
Zhao Kuo stood at the door of the study, quietly watching Lu Buwei's retreating figure. However, Zhao Kuo did not send Lu Buwei to the small door.
It's not that because you have accepted Lu Buwei, you don't need to continue to be a "corporal courtesy". On the contrary, sending Lu Buwei to the door of the study is the greatest respect for Lu Buwei.
Greeting Lu Buwei at the door is to tell Lu Buwei that we value you; and sending Lu Buwei to the entrance of the study is to tell Lu Buwei that we trust you very much, you are our confidant, and you can come to this house at any time!
Who was Lu Buwei? How could he not understand what Zhao Kuo meant, and his respect and loyalty to Zhao Kuo immediately increased in his heart. There is a saying: It is difficult to know people, but it is even harder to trust people. However, Zhao Kuo was not only Lu Buwei's close confidant, but he also expressed his trust in Lu Buwei in a subtle yet simple way at the first opportunity.
"This is the master of the people!" Lu Buwei couldn't help but sigh in his heart.
After watching Lu Buwei leave, Zhao Kuo's work for the day was not over yet. He turned around and looked at Zhao Ping, who had been guarding the door.
After Zhao Ping was transferred from the prison, Zhao Kuo did not discuss his future arrangements with him, and only took him with him as a handyman. Even with only a few conditions, he was asked to go all over Handan City to look for Lu Buwei.
It's not that Zhao Kuo doesn't value Zhao Ping, on the contrary, Zhao Kuo values Zhao Ping's people very much. That's why so many thresholds were set to test Zhao Ping's ability and loyalty.
Obviously, Zhao Ping's performance not only did not disappoint Zhao Kuo, but also gave Zhao Kuo a big surprise.
Faced with Zhao Kuo's somewhat indifferent arrangements, Zhao Ping not only worked hard but also brilliantly completed all the tasks assigned by Zhao Kuo, especially in the search for Lu Buwei, which impressed Zhao Kuo.
"Loyal, knowledgeable, hard-working, and capable, especially in Handan City, he is like a local snake." This is Zhao Kuo's evaluation of Zhao Ping.
This is not a low opinion, of course, especially for a person like Zhao Ping who was born into a poor family. Of course, in terms of ability, Zhao Ping obviously has more shortcomings than Lu Buwei. At least when it comes to governing the country, it is difficult for Zhao Ping to give any suggestions. Even if he is to be in charge, there is still a long way to go.
But after searching for Lu Buwei, not only did Zhao Kuo gain a new understanding of his abilities, but it also finally allowed Zhao Kuo to find the best position for Zhao Ping.
"Ping." Zhao Kuo said slowly.
"General, your order." Zhao Ping replied immediately.
For Zhao Ping, being able to be by Zhao Kuo's side, even as a small attendant, was enough to satisfy him. What's more, he was also given a surname, which for a common person was almost a Classes have crossed. After the former colleagues learned that they had been given a surname and still stayed with the general, many of them chewed their back molars. And this was one of the reasons why he was able to find Lu Buwei in just one day.
"You have been with me for a few days. I am afraid that I will leave for Daibei soon. I wonder if you have any plans for yourself?" Zhao Kuo asked lightly.
"I am willing to follow the general and lead his horse to ride for him." Zhao Pingye
He replied simply.
Zhao Kuo was naturally very satisfied when he heard this, but he shook his head and said, "The battlefield is dangerous. If you are not a member of the army, there will be no benefit from it."
Hearing this, Zhao Ping immediately became anxious. Was he going to drive him away? He immediately prostrated himself on the ground and said, "I only want to follow the general. Even if he blocks an arrow for the general, it would be good. I just ask the general not to drive away the humble."
When Zhao Kuo heard this, he immediately helped Zhao Ping up, patted the corners of Zhao Ping's clothes that were stained with dust because he had prostrated, and said with a smile: "You are wrong, why did I ever say that I would drive you away? It will happen in one day." I was able to find the Lu family but not Wei, and you have done the most great service. It’s too late for me to be happy, so how can I drive you away?”
Zhao Ping felt relieved now. Looking at the general dusting himself off, his heart felt warmer.
"Forget it. I'll just tell you the truth." Zhao Kuo immediately said: "In as little as fifteen days, as long as ten months later, I will go north. And there are too many things in Handan City that I can't worry about. I need you to help me. How about sitting in Handan City?"
"Me?" Zhao Ping pointed at himself in surprise, unable to believe his ears.
Although he was only in charge of Zhao Kuo, what kind of place was Handan City? That is the capital of Zhao State, and it is the place where you need to keep in touch with the general at all times! Once he takes control of Handan, the people he talks to directly will be Lin Shangqing, Pingyuan Jun and others. What kind of glory will that be? !
But, can I afford this honor? Not to mention important figures such as Lin Shangqing and Pingyuan Jun, I usually tremble when I see an order from Handan. How can I undertake such an important task? !
Zhao Ping also has some self-awareness. It doesn't matter if he is timid and is looked down upon. But if he loses the face of the general and misses the general's affairs, then he will never redeem himself.
Immediately he became cruel and replied: "The general is so kind to me, I shouldn't refuse. However, I am from a poor background, and I managed to get the position of prison chief with some cleverness. Now, thanks to the general's favor, I am allowed to serve by my side. If When leading a horse to fall into trouble, or even going through fire and water, there is no way to say no to humiliation. However, for such an important matter, being humble is really likely to lose the face of the general, and I am even more afraid that because of being humble, I will miss the general's mission. It is not as good as Lu. My brother is responsible for this, and I am his subordinate, that’s fine!”
Obviously, Zhao Ping mustered up the courage to say such words. After all, it is not easy to refuse the general's kindness, and it is very likely that he will offend Zhao Kuo. But Zhao Ping didn't expect that his words were not harsh in Zhao Kuo's ears, but rather vivid.
