Liu's mother's residence was naturally in the palace's deep residence, separated by several courtyards from Liu Chengyou's residence. Saying hello to Liu's mother is Liu Chengyou's daily compulsory task since time travel, twice in the morning and evening, no matter the weather. Although it is inevitably a show, as time goes by, it will inevitably become more true. After all, Liu's mother is very loving to Liu Chengyou, and the love for licking the calf is both real and touching, and Liu Chengyou can feel it.
"Erlang." Liu's mother was sleeping outside, and a call brought Liu Chengyou back to his senses. In the mansion, only the closest people dare to call Liu Chengyou that way.
Looking up, he saw a young man in brocade clothes walking towards him with a smile. He was dignified and elegant, looking like a young master from Yujia. Her warm smile gives people a feeling of spring breeze, which makes people feel good about her. This is Liu Chengyou's eldest brother Chengxun, who is eight years older than Liu Chengyou. He has a kind-hearted personality and attaches great importance to filial piety and brotherhood. He is well-known in Jinyang and is loved by his parents.
"Brother!" Without blinking, Liu Chengyou cupped his fist and saluted him, a little coldly.
Perhaps he was used to Liu Chengyou's style, so Liu Chengxun didn't take it seriously. His eyes stayed on him for a while, and he opened his mouth, which turned into a sigh. He came closer and patted Liu Chengyou on the shoulder: "Let's go, you and I should go ask Mother An first."
"Yes!" Liu Chengyou nodded, calmly turned sideways, made way for him, and added three words: "Brother, please."
The two brothers went in together and bowed to see each other. Liu's mother had already prepared some breakfast in the hall. The decoration in the house is also very ordinary, without any hint of extravagance. Eating is also very simple, with vegetarian porridge and noodles mixed with some side dishes.
Liu's mother, Mrs. Li, was a middle-aged woman with phoenix eyes and a beautiful nose. She was elegant and dignified. She was a good housekeeper who was good in the hall and in the kitchen.
The marriage between Li and Liu Zhiyuan is a bit "legendary", it is a pure robbery. At that time when the Liang and Jin Dynasties were fighting for hegemony, Liu Zhiyuan was serving as a soldier in Hedong, herding horses in Jinyang. He asked Li to marry him but was unable to marry him, so he gathered a group of brothers and sneaked into his house at night to rob her. Liu Tangqing of the Yuan Dynasty also adapted an exaggerated play "Liu Zhiyuan's Story of the White Rabbit" based on it. Li was the prototype of the classic opera character "Li Sanniang".
Of course, Li's experience was not as rough and difficult as described in the opera. He and Liu Zhiyuan were also in harmony. Liu Zhiyuan was in charge of the outside, plowing the army, galloping on the battlefield, earning fame, and establishing a distinguished career. The incident troubled Liu Zhiyuan.
Although Mr. Li was born in a farm family, he was virtuous, sensible, and generous to others, and was always loved by others. A wife is valued by her husband. With the rise of Liu Zhiyuan, she was also granted the title of Madam of the State of Wei and her status was respected.
"Dalang, the current situation is turbulent, the changes are unpredictable, and everything is complicated. My father is in a difficult situation and works hard every day. You are here to serve him, and you need to help him more and share his worries." His eyes were lovingly on his two sons. After scanning around, Mrs. Li turned her attention to her eldest son and warned him.
From what she said, we can tell that Mrs. Li is definitely not an ordinary woman, she is obviously very knowledgeable. Liu Chengxun didn't seem to understand the profound meaning, he just nodded submissively: "I understand, kid."
He turned his head and looked at Liu Chengyou, who was silently drinking porridge and chewing a piece of cake slowly, and couldn't help but show a little worry on his forehead. After the accident happened last year, the son became sensible, respectful and well-behaved. This was a good thing, but her personality became as cold as a rock and it was rare to see a smile on her face, which really made her feel distressed.
Liu Chengyou still respected Mr. Li in his heart, but due to personality reasons, he could not express his feelings. Feeling his caring gaze, Liu Chengyou finally raised his drooped eyelids, looked at Mrs. Li's graceful and loving face, opened his mouth, and finally uttered a sentence: "The cold in spring and the freezing cold nights invade your muscles and bones." As a mother, take care of yourself..."
Hearing what he said, Mrs. Li couldn't help but breathed a sigh of relief, and a smile still appeared on her kind face. No matter what, at least Liu Chengyou in the past could not say such self-respecting words.
Li didn't give much advice to the two brothers. At most, he gave Liu Chengyou some instructions, telling him to be more cautious in the military and not to act recklessly.
As the son of King Liu Zhiyuan of Peiping, Liu Chengyou naturally held an official position. He had previously served as envoy to the Academy and Chancellor of the School, Youpu She. Although the Jieyuan envoys were in charge of important rituals and rituals, they no longer had the same status as in the Tang Dynasty. Although the ministers and servants had a great reputation, they had long been regarded as empty posts to place nobles.
Liu Chengyou was not willing to accept this. After his eldest brother Liu Chengxun joined the Bafu early to assist in military affairs, in late autumn last year, Liu Chengyou invited himself to join the military. Although Liu Zhiyuan was surprised when faced with Liu Chengyou's request, after thinking about it, perhaps with the mentality of training his second son, he actually agreed. As a result, Liu Chengyou suddenly became the commander of the Longqi Army in Beijing, Dian Yijun.
After bidding farewell to Mr. Li, the two brothers went to the main hall of the palace together. As expected, Liu Chengyou's expression became serious again.
The corner of my eye kept glancing at that silent face. There was only the sound of the two people's steps on the road. After a while, Liu Chengxun couldn't stand it anymore. There was a trace of embarrassment on his elegant face, and he took the initiative to talk: "Erlang, I heard that there are arrogant people in the army." The army is difficult to control, I am quite dissatisfied with you, and I have repeatedly embarrassed you. If you have any difficulties, you can tell my elder brother, and I will make a request to my father for you..."
Hearing this, Liu Chengyou glanced sideways at his brother, then turned his head and looked straight ahead. His tone seemed to be softer, but he still acted indifferently: "I don't need to worry about it, brother. I can tame the warriors in the army myself. Well, thank you very much. My brother's kindness. I rely on my brother for military supplies, food and salary..."
"Don't worry! I won't let you down!" Liu Chengxun waved his hand and said grandly.
While walking, Liu Chengxun sighed and began to mutter in Liu Chengyou's ear: "The military journey is hard, and the evil spirit lingers all night long. With your pampered body, how can you endure such suffering? It only makes your mother feel distressed. Otherwise, you should talk to your father." , go back to the palace for a job?"
Hearing what Liu Chengxun said, Liu Chengyou's cold face showed some subtle changes. He turned his head to observe Liu Chengxun's expression, but saw that his eyes were caring and his expression was natural.
Narrowing his eyes slightly, Liu Chengyou replied softly: "When my father was my age, he was already holding a sword and fighting on the battlefield with blood. He overcame all obstacles and went through hardships before he is where he is today. Compared with the hardships of my father's business, the hardships in the military are even more difficult. , what does it matter?"
Hearing this, he looked at Liu Chengyou in surprise. Liu Chengxun raised his eyebrows, breathed a sigh of relief, and said with emotion: "Erlang, you have indeed grown up. On the contrary, I, the elder brother, like to be easygoing and hate troublesome. That's all, no. Mention this matter."
While Liu Chengxun was sighing, Liu Chengyou was quietly examining Liu Chengxun, but nothing unusual could be seen on Liu Chengyou's face. It was as if the words came from what he felt. Looking back, Liu Chengyou thought to himself that from his observation, this elder brother did not seem to be a scheming person. But why did you make that suggestion? Was it really just a show of concern for his younger brother?
A burst of noise interrupted Liu Chengyou's slightly gloomy thoughts. A young boy came laughing, with mist on his body and spring mud on his trousers, wandering around somewhere. This is Liu Zhiyuan's third son, Liu Chengxun.
The green young man was full of joy. When he saw the second brother Liu Chengxun, his expression immediately became solemn and he stepped forward to greet him. Liu Chengxun laughed and scolded: "You are so playful and frivolous, and your father caught you, you will be punished again!"
Sticking out his tongue, Liu Chengxun smiled. When he saw Liu Chengyou, his face suddenly became bitter. Compared with the kindness of the eldest brother, the second brother became a bit strange and scary, with a face like the King of Hell, which made the young man very afraid.
"I'm going to find my mother..." After saying this, Liu Chengxun avoided Liu Chengyou's gaze and hurried away.
"You scared Sanlang!" Seeing this, Liu Chengxun smiled bitterly, shook his head, and said to Liu Chengyou.
Unfortunately, Liu Chengyou didn't show any reaction. He withdrew his gaze and continued walking. After pondering for a while, he took the initiative and asked: "I heard that my father sent someone with a famous horse to Bianjing to meet the Khitan Lord?"
"Yes!" It was rare to see Liu Chengyou take the initiative to ask something. Liu Chengxun immediately vomited it out like he was pouring beans, and his expression showed worry as he said: "Father sent Mr. Bai to go personally. The Khitan army is strong, and there are another hundred thousand surrendered soldiers to supplement it. Occupying the Central Plains, all the towns competed for their allegiance. Although my father sent troops and horses to guard the key passes, he did not dare not show his allegiance. Otherwise, if the Khitan troops come, with the strength of Hedong, it will be difficult to defeat them."
Faced with Liu Chengxun's worries, Liu Chengyou didn't give much reaction. He just nodded and then stopped talking. Before traveling through time, Liu Chengyou was not familiar with the history since the end of the Tang Dynasty, but he had some knowledge of it. He knew that Liu Chengxun's worries were nothing at all. The Khitan army was numerous and strong, but it would be difficult for them to face the people's war in Hebei and the Central Plains.
Seeing that he failed to arouse Liu Chengyou's interest, Liu Chengxun felt bored and reluctantly followed him to the main hall of the palace.
The main hall of the Peiping Prince's Mansion is naturally majestic and majestic. An old man in brocade robes with a stern face, magnificent demeanor and majestic appearance is sitting in the main seat, talking eloquently. This old man is none other than Liu Zhiyuan, the left-behind guard in Beijing, the governor of Hedong, the commander of the northern camp, the prefect of guard, and the king of Beiping.
In the hall, there were also several Yamen, envoys, and Kongmu officials under Hedong Jiedu, all of whom were Liu Zhiyuan's confidants. It can be seen that the people in power in Hedong have been really busy recently. They gathered to discuss matters early in the morning.
The two brothers walked in one after another, and all the staff stood up to salute. Liu Zhiyuan looked at the two brothers with a serious look on his face, his eyes softened slightly, he stayed on Liu Chengyou for a while, waved his hand and directly ordered: "Today is the Spring Plowing Festival, you and I will go to hoeing and encourage farmers to grow mulberry trees." !”
"Yes!" Liu Chengxun responded habitually.
While Liu Chengyou responded, speculation began to swirl in his head. He thought, this was going to be a show again.
