Zhu Shou should be ranked relatively low in Shen Hao's circle. He had previously had conflicts with Wang Jian due to the tightening of Blackwater's power, and was finally isolated from the scope of Blackwater's power under the instruction of Shen Hao, completely bidding farewell to Blackwater, the intelligence organization he helped to build.
After that, Zhu Shou had to guard the slave caravan in the south and his old business in Yahang.
It has a role, but it's not that irreplaceable.
The reason why Zhu Shou is still sitting here is because, first, he joined early and has seniority in this circle. Secondly, during the two years when Shen Hao disappeared, he also kept the bottom line and did not choose a side that would harm the circle because of Shen Hao's disappearance, and he kept the fat of the southern slave caravan alive. And from beginning to end, the arrangements regarding Blackwater in the slave caravan were not touched. . It can be considered that he has fulfilled his duties as the secret staff of the Black Flag Battalion.
Zhu Shou was actually very anxious when rumors began to spread that Pang Ban was handing over power and was preparing to help Shen Hao take over as soon as possible. Because he knew very well that his current position in Shen Hao's circle was very embarrassing. It is said that it is an inner circle, but there is not much energy that people in the inner circle should have, even less than Fei Long and Yu Wenhe.
"What if Lord Shen abandons me after he takes over?" Zhu Shou thought this way not once or twice. But there is no way to change this situation. Until just now, I heard Master Shen personally admit the truth of the rumors outside, and then said "ask for someone", which suddenly gave Zhu Shou hope.
Therefore, even though Zhu Shou knew that he was not suitable to be the first to speak, he still couldn't help but speak first. Although the significance of being the first one was not too obvious, it was also the easiest to leave an impression.
Although Shen Hao was surprised that Zhu Shou would speak first, it didn't matter to him. Moreover, Zhu Shou himself was very popular in the dental shop and had deep connections in all aspects. He might actually have a suitable candidate, so he smiled. Said: "Oh? What candidates does Mr. Zhu have? As long as he meets the cultivation level and talent, it doesn't matter whether he is in the Xuanqing Guard establishment or not."
After answering this question, the expressions of other people in the hall did not change much, and they all looked at Zhu Shou curiously. But if he really wanted to care about it, only a trace of unhappiness flashed across Wang Yiming's face, but it calmed down instantly, and no one present noticed it.
"Sir, I do have a suitable candidate. He is only nineteen years old. He is already at the eighth level of the Qi Refining Realm. He has also had his talent tested by the sect. He is a genius who has both flashes of glory. However, his family hopes to become an official, so he is temporarily We didn't let him enter the sect." Zhu Shou stood up from his chair, bowed and quickly gave an overview of his "candidate".
Two flashes of light? And he is only nineteen years old, so his talent is quite good! Shen Hao smiled and became interested, and asked: "Oh? Such a genius is indeed very suitable. Master Zhu, can you tell me in detail?"
"To be honest, sir, this boy's name is Zhu Chengtai. He is a descendant of the Xiaguan clan. He is considered my nephew."
Although Zhu Shou's family was not a wealthy family, they had been wealthy for several generations, and many of them were officials. By Zhu Shou's generation, they were involved in all aspects, and the family was flourishing.
Zhu Chengtai is also a very famous young man in the Zhu family. However, they did not go to the sect. The reason is that the Zhu family believes that their roots are in the secular world. Instead of having another monk who is not dazzling in the sect, it is better to stabilize first and try to see if they can gain a firm foothold in the secular world and seek more opportunities. Many benefits.
Originally, the Zhu family wanted Zhu Chengtai to join the army. After all, all aspects of the army were powerful in the old Jing Dynasty, and they were relatively fair. With the Zhu family's background, they could barely build a way out, and Zhu Chengtai could join the army. Make the most of your talents.
But in the end, Zhu Chengtai’s decision to stay or leave was blocked by Zhu Shou. The reason is that Master Shen is back and his cultivation has changed from Yuan Dan realm to Xuan Hai realm.
With Zhu Shou's eyes, he could tell right away that Master Shen would be put into great use this time. And if he could put his own children into the Xuanqing Guard, and with his relationship with Master Shen, he would be able to hang them in the Black Flag Camp. , After ten or eight years, if Zhu Chengtai's cultivation improves a little, he can easily join a hundred households with real power, and it is not impossible to have thousands of households in the future. Isn't this more comfortable than being in the military? Moreover, the Black Flag Battalion has much longer staff than the army, which in turn makes it easier to help the Zhu family.
So Zhu Chengtai's fate has been hanging in the balance, and Zhu's family has given Zhu Shou enough trust.
Now Zhu Shou stood up and pushed Zhu Chengtai out. This was the opportunity he had been waiting for. If his nephew could become famous in the Xuanqing Guard establishment, he would make a lot of money. You must know that Mr. Shen made it very clear just now. Now he is short of people. After he comes in, he will be the "direct line". After Mr. Shen takes over as the commander, he will be vigorously promoted. As long as he does not commit suicide, his future will be in doubt. As solid as a nail.
"Haha, Mr. Zhu, you don't avoid relatives in favor of talents!" Wang Yiming, who was standing next to him, suddenly said with a smile.
However, Shen Hao, as if he didn't hear Wang Yiming's words, continued to look at Zhu Shou and said, "Oh? Is he Lord Zhu's nephew? That's even better! Such a talented person is exactly what Xuanqing Guard lacks. But there is no comparable person in Xuanqing Guard. It’s dangerous and difficult elsewhere, Master Zhu is really willing to do it?”
"My lord, everyone in the Zhu family hopes that he will be able to make a career and find a job to serve the country, and that he will be protected under your command. Now that the official has spoken, Zhu Chengtai's future will naturally depend on your arrangements!"
"Very good. Then Zhu Chengtai is considered one!" Shen Hao put down the tea cup and laughed, accepting Zhu Shou's nephew.
Later, Wang Yiming also mentioned someone, and then Wang Jian and Lin Chen also recommended people. They were all young people with good talents in cultivation, or older people who were working in the Xuanqing Guards but had no ambitions. They were all accepted by Shen Hao one by one. After these people come down, he will let Heishui sift them through, and he will never let go of those who can be used.
However, Feilong and Yuwenhe looked a little awkward in their positions. Their circle is destined not to come into contact with monks of any advanced level, or geniuses with potential, and they will suddenly appear completely useless.
"Feilong? Lao He? Do you have anyone who can recommend me?" Shen Hao asked with a smile. You must know that this time he asked for manpower, which was actually a benefit to his confidants. After all, the people he recommended would be of great use in the future. In the end, wouldn't this favor benefit the people he recommended?
"Sir, I don't have any talents in this field around me, and there are quite a few sneaky people. Hehe, I won't bring it out to smear your eyes." Fei Lu said sarcastically.
Next to him, Yu Wenhe also quickly explained that the general idea was similar to Feilong's, but he didn't have the right manpower.
"That's it. You two can go back and think about it. If there is really no suitable one, I will leave two places for you. If you choose them, it would be a good job to serve as a logistics officer in Xuanqing Guard in the future." Shen Hao did not. He left it at that, but still left a door open for Feilong and Yuwenhe.
