Xun Yu looked at his son with a confused look. Unfavorable? How can you say it is disadvantageous? Even if you lose, it has nothing to do with the Xun family! Xun Yu then asked: "What does this matter have to do with us? What does my father think and does it benefit us?"
Xun Mou sat next to his father, rubbing the armrest uneasily, "I was defeated in the previous army. The Holy Emperor did not blame me. It was still the Emperor's grace. This time, the Holy Emperor once again sent Gao Han to lead the Western Expedition. If we were defeated again, we would only I'm afraid that the Holy Emperor will settle old and new accounts together at that time. Moreover, this expedition to the West will definitely not be defeated again. Otherwise, if the treasury is empty and the troops are insufficient, I'm afraid there will be a danger of overthrowing the country!"
After saying that, there was silence in the room. Xun Yu stood up and walked around the room. It seemed that the situation was not as simple as he thought.
Prince Liu Yan made a carriage and arrived at the gate of Gaofu. The big red lantern hanging on the gate reflected the smile on Liu Yan's lips. When several disciples saw that the prince was driving the carriage, a boy quickly ran to the mansion to report. The other disciples saw that the prince was in a good mood, so they came forward to greet him with smiles. Liu Yan was in a good mood and did not reject the enthusiasm of the disciples. He smiled and said hello to them, "Thank you for your hard work. I will treat your supper tonight. I will ask my entourage to give it to you later." You guys buy Panji Soup Cake, the best restaurant in Beijing!"
"Thank you, His Royal Highness, thank you..."
At this time, Gao Han suddenly appeared from the courtyard and shouted at several people, "Why are you so rude! Why don't you all stand down!"
When the disciples turned around and saw that it was the eldest master, they all lowered their heads and went back to the concierge. Gao Han quickly stepped forward and bowed to the prince, "The slave's rude charge made your highness laugh!"
Liu Yan smiled and waved his hand, "Hey... Mr. Gao, you're so polite! These slaves have worked hard enough, so it's appropriate to offer some condolences."
Gao Han respectfully made an invitation gesture, "It's inconvenient for Your Highness to speak outside, so please come inside! I've already prepared some wine in the main room, waiting for you to come!"
"Oh?" Liu Yan was slightly surprised, "How did you know that I would come?"
Gao Han laughed, "Of course! When I got up in the morning, I heard the magpies chirping in the yard. At that time, I thought that there would definitely be distinguished guests coming to my door today. If I think about it more carefully, Your Highness, you are worthy of the word 'distinguished guest'" Got it!"
Liu Yan laughed loudly after hearing this, "Okay, okay! That's so annoying!"
After the two of them entered the main room and sat down, Liu Yan saw that the table was filled with delicacies from all over the world. He pointed at the many dishes with his chopsticks and said with a smile: "These dozen or so dishes are well cooked and look very appetizing." Ah! Mr. Gao made you spend money!"
Gao Han waved his hand and said with a smile: "Hey, Your Highness, you are so polite. These dishes are specially made for you by a famous chef from the capital. The taste is even more amazing. The famous chef you invited made this cold sophora leaf dish. What’s even more unique is that it is made with locust leaf juice and noodles. Eating this in summer is the best way to relieve the heat and is refreshing and delicious." As he spoke, he put some noodles into the prince's bowl, "Try it and see..."
After taking a bite, Liu Yan nodded repeatedly, "It's really well-deserved! I haven't eaten this dish for a long time. It's really good. I can taste it again today, thanks to Mr. Gao!" Liu Yan looked around and asked He said, "Where is your younger brother, Lord Gao? Why don't you see him?"
"After my brother's martial arts competition was over, the Holy Emperor later sent a decree that a Qionglin banquet was held in the palace for him and Pang Gu, so he went to the palace again. I guess he won't be back for a while."
"General Gao seems to be very busy!" Liu Yan said with a smile, "I've been here many times and I haven't seen him yet!"
Gao Han said: "Your Majesty, please remember that I will take my younger brother with me to the Prince's Mansion to express my gratitude."
"Thank you?" Liu Yan chuckled, "What kind of favor do you want to thank me for?"
Gao Han smiled flatteringly, "My younger brother could have the handsome position he has today. If it weren't for your care, His Highness, how could he have such a blessing?"
Seeing him flattering her like this, Liu Yan secretly smiled and waved his hand to Gao Han, "Master Gao, what you said is wrong. General Gao got this by his own true ability. I have no merit." , if we talk about blessings, it must be my blessing as your high minister!"
Gao Han leaned forward with a smile and said: "Your Highness is joking, our Gao family still needs to rely on your love!"
"It's easy to talk!" Liu Yan said with a smile, "Ever since I heard Mr. Gao's opinions on the Yellow River floods in the court that day, I have always felt that you are serving as a minister in the Ministry of Works. Haha... It is really a waste of talent! "
Gao Han's eyes lit up, he stood up and bowed deeply to the prince, "From now on, the two brothers, Xiaguan, will have to rely on your support, Your Highness!"
The evening breeze is blowing, and the weather has gradually become cooler since August. Although Lu Zuo and others' blood was boiling after watching today's martial arts competition, their hearts felt like a warm breeze. Lu Zuo and his apprentice Yin Ji were eating in the main room, talking and laughing. Lu Zuo put food in Yin Ji's bowl from time to time, and praised with a smile: "Ji'er, you played really well today, look at everyone here. I can’t help but be restrained by this little kid like you..."
After Yin Ji swallowed a mouthful of food, he said impatiently before Master finished speaking: "Master, you have praised me several times and you still say it!"
Lu Zuo said happily: "I am happy for you, my teacher! You have been with me for a while, and I hope..."
"Master, master..." Old Pan knocked on the door in a hurry, "The representative of Xinghua Restaurant is looking for you!"
"Where are the people?"
"It's outside the courtyard!"
"Invite him in!" Lu Zuo said calmly.
"He said there was something urgent and asked you to go with him. You see..." Old Pan said a little embarrassed.
Yin Ji complained: "I won't let anyone eat anymore. When did this happen..."
Lu Zuo pressed Yin Ji's shoulder and signaled him not to talk nonsense, and whispered to Yin Ji: "I think there is something wrong!" After that, he continued to speak loudly outside the door, "Then you go and say it, and I will change it." Just bring me some clothes."
Yin Ji listened to the footsteps outside the courtyard getting further away, and asked in a low voice: "Master, do you think it was Brother Pangda or King Ning who sent him to call us?"
Lu Zuo sneered: "What do you think? Who else can ask Dai Heng to come and call us in person!"
The master and apprentice changed into green clothes and came to the front of the courtyard. After bowing to each other, Dai Heng bowed and apologized: "I heard from the housekeeper that Mr. Lu is eating, and I really disturbed you."
"You're welcome, Mr. Dai, it's okay!" Lu Zuo stretched out his hand in a gesture of invitation, "Then let's go!"
The three of them came to the Xinghua Restaurant. Yin Ji took his master and wanted him to go to Brother Pangda together. Lu Zuo saw Dai Heng's troubled face and knew that King Ning might be in a hurry, so he sternly refused and said, "Let's forget it now." It’s not too late to come back and see him after we finish our work.”
Only then did Yin Ji follow Lu Zuo nonchalantly into the secret passage of the woodshed and arrived at Prince Ning's Mansion. It was still the same as before, when he arrived at the woodshed of Prince Ning's Mansion, someone came to meet him again. After Dai Heng was delivered here, he turned around and left.
