The horse's hooves stepped on the weeds covered with white frost at a constant speed. As he rode on the horse, Guo Rong's figure bumped and swayed slightly. He was accompanied by only a few cavalrymen. As the military envoy of Zhenning, Guo Rong's traveling appearance was as simple as his clothes.
"Except when the disaster was alleviated, I have never seen you in such a happy mood!" The handsome Pan Mei followed him on horseback and said to Guo Rong with a smile.
"Huh?" Guo Rong subconsciously touched his cheek and asked with a smile, "Zhongxun can also see my mood?"
Pan Mei nodded and said: "It's beyond words!"
After taking a breath of relief, Guo Rong regained his dignity and said, "Zhong Xun, please tell me, where does my happiness come from?"
"Do you want to test me with this?" Pan Mei immediately responded: "Although I have a humble knowledge, when I met you, I could see that the emperor valued your confidant, and that was because he was a confidant. ah!"
Glancing at Pan Mei, there was not much surprise on Guo Rong's face, but his eyes flickered briefly, and he said with an inexplicable emotion: "The honor and favor are so frightening, how can the Guo family and I... In return..."
Guo Rong's voice was very low. Pan Mei didn't hear it very clearly and couldn't help but cast a doubtful look.
Guo Rong seemed to be thinking, and then looked at Ma Renyu, whose face still showed a childish look on the other side. The young man had a serious expression, as if he was imitating his usual self, but his ears were perked up and he listened carefully.
Pan Mei and Ma Renyu both defected to join the army when Guo Rong was sent to Chanzhou two years ago. They were discovered by Guo Rong with his keen eyes, discovered in the army, and kept under his tent as confidants. Pan Mei is a few years younger than Guo Rong, but she is calm, independent, and very organized. As she has followed Guo Rong for a long time, she has many good opinions on everything.
As for Ma Renyu, he was even younger. He was less than fifteen years old when he followed Guo Rong. He had a bold personality, disliked studying and preferred martial arts. However, his talents as a warrior have already been revealed. After two years of growth, his physical strength has greatly increased, which is amazing.
Guo Rong valued these two people very much. He often kept them by his side and trained them carefully.
Putting the reins lightly on the horse's neck, Guo Rong thought for a while and said to the two of them: "You have been with me for two years. Although Chanzhou is an important town on the river, it is located in the heart of the Han Dynasty. Although the world is broken, it is now gradually Ning's country is powerful, but there is really not much room for use. Zhongxun has always been wise and strategic, and Renyu is brave and brave. They are all outstanding men in the world. If you follow me any longer, I will only delay you. I intend to recommend you to the Tokyo Imperial Army as a general. Find a career and establish a reputation..."
After Guo Rong finished speaking, Ma Renyu immediately became anxious, his face turned red, and he asked loudly: "Your Majesty, are you trying to drive us away? If we have made any mistakes, please make it clear and we will correct them. Please also Let you take back your life."
Ma Renyu and Pan Mei were both impressed by Guo Rong's ability and magnanimity, and were a little puzzled by his outstanding remarks.
Compared to Ma Renyu's straightforwardness, Pan Mei was calmer. She frowned and thought for a while, then said, "Do you have other considerations? Or is it related to this meeting with the Holy Spirit?"
Looking at Pan Mei who was concentrating on her thoughts, Guo Rong couldn't help but secretly praise her for her tact, but had no intention of explaining too much. No matter what, there is no doubt about finding a career for the two of them.
Seeing that Guo Rong refused to speak clearly, Pan Mei said again: "The two of us are just pawns in the emperor's account now. We are penniless. Even if we get to Tokyo, I'm afraid it will be difficult to make a difference. If you want to make contributions, I'm afraid it's better to follow By your side, I will make great contributions to suppressing bandits and protecting the country and the people!"
"Exactly! Brother Zhongxun is absolutely right!" Ma Renyu quickly agreed.
Obviously, neither Pan Mei nor Ma Renyu wanted to leave Guo Rong as their benefactor.
In response to Pan Mei's consideration, Guo Rong directly waved his hand and said: "My father is the chief officer of the Privy Council and has the power to control military aircraft. I will write a letter and please take care of it. Are you afraid that we can't arrange it well for you two boys?"
When he said this, Guo Rong could not help but feel a little calmness on his face, as if he was worried.
Pan Mei and Ma Renyu opened their mouths to speak, but Guo Rong raised his hand to stop him and said solemnly: "I have made up my mind. Please stop making excuses. Furthermore, I recommended you to the emperor last night. Your Majesty also agrees. Are you trying to make me guilty of deceiving you?"
"this......"
When Guo Rong said this, Pan Mei and Ma Renyu looked at each other dumbly, showing reluctance, but they did not dare to say any more.
If a person has no immediate worries, he must have long-term worries. Guo Rong is a very smart man. In his daily correspondence with his father Guo Wei, he also discusses the Guo family. He and his son, one internally and one externally, hold great power and are highly favored. Among the foreign ministers, there is no one more prominent than them, and they are already talked about by others.
Because of this, both his father and son wanted to keep a low profile and be careful. From this meeting with the Holy Spirit, it can be seen that Liu Chengyou's attitude towards him has not changed much, and he is even more friendly than before. However, this cannot conceal the fact that under Liu Chengyou's "friendly" appearance, the deeper and deeper the city is, the more elusive it is.
Last night, when he and the emperor had a long talk about military affairs and military affairs, Liu Chengyou showed a strong and unquestionable confidence in his understatement, and his ambition was so strong that he could swallow up the world. Now that he recalls it, he is still vivid in his mind.
When I said goodbye, I called him "His Royal Highness", but when I saw him again, he became "Your Majesty". This is probably the biggest difference between before and after.
...
Passed Yedu and entered Yuancheng.
This is the first city Liu Chengyou has entered since his northern tour. Gao Xingzhou stayed behind in Yedu and led his subordinates Wenwu Qi to welcome him. Liu Chengyou did not refuse this time and made a show of it. After all, coming north showed his emperor's presence, which was also one of his political goals. In an important city like Yedu, the effect of establishing a sense of presence will be much greater.
In order to show his trust and honor to his old father-in-law, Liu Chengyou invited him to ride in the royal chariot and enter the city together. Gao Xingzhou was distinguished by his superiority and refused, but he couldn't bear the emperor's toughness. He was moved and grateful, and respectfully went up to Luanjia.
In the simply renovated Ye Palace, Liu Chengyou met with civil and military officers, inquired about military affairs, and paid attention to people's livelihood. He also made some speeches in public with the central idea of "the way to govern and the way to be a king", inspiring everyone and achieving great results. Nice effect...
He also issued an edict to find a group of people from all walks of life in Yedu to enter the palace, meet them in person, and warmly inquire about people's conditions and life, so as to clarify all the problems and difficulties, which will be used as a reference for his future policy adjustments...
Of course, the above is just a formality.
At night, after returning from the royal banquet in Ye Palace, Gao Huaide took a leave of absence and personally helped his old father back home. Holding his father's hand, he could clearly feel that Gao Xingzhou's body and bones were not as strong as before. After all, he is getting older, has recurring hidden injuries, and has to work hard in military and political affairs.
The original joyful mood turned into words of concern.
Sitting in the back hall, Gao Xingzhou looked at his son wearing the Forbidden Army armor and asked directly: "How is your sister?"
"I am already pregnant for eight months. I will give birth at the end of the year. My father will have a grandson in heaven..."
