Knowing that Changsheng was going to see Zhang Shan, Ni Zuo and Ni Chenyi got up to see him off. Ni Zuo always had a faint smile on his face, and Ni Chenyi was in a very low mood, unable to hide his annoyance and frustration.
Accompanied by the two of them, Changsheng walked out of Ni Mansion. Young Master Hei, who was lying under the wall basking in the sun, saw him coming out, so he got up and walked over to him. He usually did not tie his horse when traveling on horseback. Young Master Hei was very smart and also There is no need to tie him up. If he does, it will arouse the resistance and disgust of the black master.
"Your mount is very smart. It actually knows how to step forward to greet the Lord." Ni Tuo said with a smile.
Changsheng said casually, "It is not an ordinary horse. The mare was bitten by a zombie when she was pregnant with it. It may be that the corpse poison stimulated its mind and potential. Not only is it very smart, it can also travel thousands of miles a day."
Hearing what Changsheng said, Ni Zhuo was curious and looked at Master Hei up and down, but Ni Chenyi's mind was not on Master Hei. "You go early and come back early. I'll wait for you to come back."
Changsheng nodded, handed over to Ni Zhuo, got on his horse, shook the reins and headed east.
There are many disguised informants lingering around the Ni Mansion. Changsheng would raise his eyebrows and glare when he passed by these people on horseback. He wanted to let these people know that he already knew that the imperial court was monitoring the Ni family, and he also hoped that these informants would turn him around. How to report various performances to the court.
Zhang Shan, the protector of the country, also holds the position of grand master. The protector of the country is just a title and has no rank. Although the grand master is also a false position, he is a first-class official. On the day of the canonization, the court arranged for Zhang Shan to be a grand master. official residence.
The Grand Master's Mansion was also in the east city. Changsheng rode there on horseback. After half a stick of incense, he arrived in front of the Grand Master's Mansion. Zhang Shan should have greeted the concierge. When he saw him arriving, the concierge hurriedly came out to greet him and bowed to him.
Changsheng turned over and let Young Master Hei free, and then followed the concierge to the mansion. He turned around and found that Young Master Hei had gone to the place where the horse was tied outside the mansion and lay down. This move by Young Master Hei had a strong sense of showing off, because that moment There are several horses tied to the horse-tying stone. Because they are tied, they can only stand but cannot lie down. This is the only horse that can do it.
The Grand Master is a first-class official, so the residence is naturally not shabby. It occupies a large area and has many rooms. However, compared with the Ni family, the buildings and pavilions of the Grand Master's residence look a bit old, with darker tones and a sense of solemnity. Very depressed.
The horses outside indicated that Zhang Shan had guests, and the concierge did not take Changsheng to the main hall, but to a secluded room in the east courtyard.
He must have heard the footsteps, and the door was opened. Zhang Mo waved to Changsheng from the room, gesturing for him to come in and talk.
Seeing Zhang Mo's calm expression, the anxiety and tension in Changsheng's heart were greatly reduced, and he quickly entered the house.
Since he didn't know how to address Zhang Mo, Chang Sheng hesitated and did not open his mouth to greet him. If he completely complied with the imperial edict, he was no longer a Taoist of Longhu Mountain at this time and should call Zhang Mo Zhenren Zhang. However, if he really called Zhang Mo Zhang Zhenren seems to have blasphemous intentions, so he deliberately downplays his seniority with Zhang Mo.
It wasn't until Zhang Mo closed the door that Changsheng came back to his senses, bent down and held his hands in his hands, "I've met my uncle."
"Were you thinking about the title just now?" Zhang Mo asked with a smile.
Changsheng laughed and acquiesced.
"My brother is meeting guests, let's sit down for a while." Zhang Mo turned and walked towards the round table in the room.
The round table was not big, with wooden chairs on the top, bottom, left and right. Zhang Mo sat on the wooden chair on the west side, Changsheng sat on the wooden chair on the east side, and the main seat due north was reserved for Zhang Shan.
Zhang Mo is eight years older than Chang Sheng. He is mature and knowledgeable. He is not as embarrassed as Chang Sheng. After sitting down, he got straight to the point and said, "We know that the marriage grant has nothing to do with you, but the emperor's move still made me feel quite awkward." , but this was both beyond our expectations and within our expectations.”
Zhang Mo's calmness also infected Changsheng, "What is unexpected and what is expected?"
Zhang Mo said, "First of all, as expected, you are the son-in-law chosen by the Ni family in the martial arts competition. You are also the young leader of our Longhu Mountain. At the same time, you are an important official of the imperial court. You have three identities. This is What the emperor doesn't want to see is that if he wants to re-appoint you, he must ensure that you can only be loyal to him in the future, so we have already guessed that he will try to alienate you from Longhushan and the Ni family. But what we didn't expect was us I didn't expect that he would start so early and use such extreme methods. However, although the move of granting the marriage was eccentric, it was extremely clever. It not only alienated Longhushan and the Ni family, but also alienated you from Longhushan and the Ni family. At the same time, the relationship between the family also demonstrates the majesty of the imperial power. He can abolish the Taoist certificate from Longhu Mountain, and he can also abolish the results of the Ni family's competition to recruit relatives."
After Zhang Mo finished speaking, Changsheng nodded slowly. Her analysis was similar to Ni Zhuo's.
"I just came from the Ni family," Changsheng said. "The Ni family is surrounded by informants sent by the imperial court."
"I know," Zhang Mo said, "Longhushan and the Ni family have always been on good terms. After the dynasty was over, my brother wanted to send someone a letter to explain clearly, but the person who sent the letter found that there were many suspicious people near the Ni Mansion. , worried about causing trouble, so I didn’t rush to the door.”
"Looking at this posture, the imperial court wants to take action against the Ni family." Changsheng said.
"This is also what we expected," Zhang Mo nodded, "At this time, we and the Shaolin Temple are recruiting new troops separately. Long Haotian of the Beggar Clan is also recruiting new troops. The court has set a limit for us with 100,000 new troops. With one million taels of fundraising and military supplies, if the Ni family secretly supports and gives private gifts, we can recruit more new troops. The imperial court is worried that we recruit too many troops and have self-respect, so they rush to attack the Ni family to ensure We can’t get funding from the Ni family.”
As soon as Zhang Mo finished speaking, Zhang Shan opened the door and came in. Upon seeing this, Chang Sheng hurriedly stood up and said, "I have met my uncle."
Zhang Shan waved his hand, went straight to the main seat in the north and sat down. He turned to look at Zhang Mo, "Where did you tell him?"
The two of them had not exchanged a few words. When Zhang Shan asked Zhang Mo, Zhang Mo explained the content of their conversation to Zhang Shan in a concise and concise manner.
After Zhang Mo finished speaking, Zhang Shan turned to look at Changsheng, "You don't have to worry that we will doubt you. You must not have known about the emperor's marriage in advance."
"Thank you, uncle." Changsheng thanked him hurriedly.
"What do the Ni family think about this matter?" Zhang Shan asked.
"They also know that the emperor is trying to drive a wedge between us. What Mr. Ni means is that I showed my talent when eradicating the eunuchs, and the Ni family is the richest in the world. You will soon have a heavy army. The emperor is worried that we will join forces to seize the opportunity. His throne." Changsheng said.
"Eradicate the eunuchs?" Zhang Shan glanced at Changsheng, "The main culprits have all escaped, how can we eradicate them?"
For some reason, I was always a little afraid of this uncle Changsheng, and I didn't dare to answer him when he criticized me.
Zhang Shan added, "But what Ni Zhuo said is indeed reasonable. The emperor's move is indeed to prevent problems before they happen. But the emperor is not to blame for this. We do have the ability to change the situation. It is reasonable for the emperor to have concerns." middle."
Chang Sheng did not nod or answer the question.
"What are the Ni family's plans?" Zhang Shan asked.
"They want to move their family to stay away from disaster, and leave all their property and money to me so that you can subsidize military pay when you go to war in the future." Changsheng said.
"It's wise to just leave to protect yourself," Zhang Shan nodded, "Since you want to leave, you might as well leave early. If it's too late, something might happen."
"Yes." Changsheng nodded.
"Did they let you go with them?" Zhang Shan asked again.
Changsheng replied, "They know that as long as you are here, I can't leave. I have to stay to provide you with military supplies. However, Master Ni does not seem to be optimistic about the general trend of the world."
"To tell you the truth, I'm not optimistic either," Zhang Shan said in a deep voice, "But we still have to do what we should do. If the parents in the hall are terminally ill and know full well that they will not be cured, then we just stand by and watch without treatment?"
Changsheng nodded slowly after hearing the words. Zhang Shan's words were very reasonable. However, it cannot be concluded that Zhang Shan's pattern is higher than that of Ni Zhuo. Rather, businessmen and Taoists have different philosophies on life. Businessmen are good at weighing the pros and cons, while Taoists advocate the clear distinction between yin and yang. .
Zhang Shan raised his eyebrows and looked at Changsheng, "I'm just asking you, in this situation like what I just said, what would you do if it were you?"
Chang Sheng replied sternly, "You know you can't do it, but you do it even if you bankrupt your family and fortune, and you still have to treat it. Even if you don't recover in the end, you can live one day longer, and live longer for a while."
Zhang Shan was quite satisfied with Chang Sheng's answer and nodded happily, "Loyalty to the emperor and patriotism is the duty of a minister. Helping the world and rescuing people is the purpose of Taoism. I don't know what Ni Zhuo told you. What I want to tell you is that everything in the world is right. Parents, parents are human beings and they will make mistakes, but just because our parents make mistakes, do we feel resentful and disloyal and unfilial?"
Chang Sheng waved his hands hurriedly after hearing this, "Master Ni didn't say anything to me. I understand what you mean. The Emperor is also a human being and may make mistakes. Even if we make mistakes, we should be sincere and kind and help with all our heart, rather than having second thoughts. Ambition, false words and deeds will destroy the establishment.”
Hearing Changsheng's words, Zhang Mo smiled, because Changsheng's words were exactly what she said to Changsheng at Baoqing Inn that day.
Zhang Shan also looked pleased, "People will have selfish motives, and the emperor is no exception. As a minister, you must be tolerant and understanding. What's more, the emperor is just suspicious and seriously ill, not an unscrupulous king. You must not let him use scheming against you." , you are resentful because of the plot, it means you are narrow-minded and have no tolerance for others. In fact, the emperor treats you well. My sister-in-law is naturally beautiful, beautiful and intelligent, and has acquired mysterious magic and superhuman martial arts. Do you think the emperor is not interested in a woman like her? Why not include her in the harem but give her to you? This is a reward for your loyalty to the emperor and the country, and it is the greatest respect for you. "
"Brother, what are you talking about? Even if he really wants to do this, I will never agree to it." Zhang Mo felt embarrassed.
"Uncle, I, I, I..."
"Okay, stop pretending in front of me," Zhang Shan frowned and waved his hands, "You really treat everyone in the world as fools. Since the emperor has pierced this layer of window paper, you should stop hiding it. I know you I love Changsheng, and I also know that Changsheng loves you. In fact, I have been paying attention to you secretly these years, but looking at the world, there seems to be no man who is worthy of you. Changsheng can catch my eye. In this world, you can do it. There are not many people who live up to their dead. Seeing you being humiliated and risking their lives to avenge you shows that he is deeply devoted to you. Since he doesn't think you are old, don't think he is young either."
Zhang Shan's words directly made the two of them blush. Before they could speak, Zhang Shan said to Changsheng, "Don't be too complacent. In fact, you are far behind. You have an unstable temperament, are reckless and impulsive, and are narrow-minded. If you are short-sighted, you must remember that he can give up his roommate to you, which shows his great ambition and high level. For this reason, you should always remember him and cherish him for the rest of your life."
Zhang Mo didn't like hearing it anymore and frowned, "Brother, I've said it before. Even if he really wants to do this, I will never agree. How can I say 'give in'?"
Changsheng didn't like to hear it either, "If he really did that, I might not kill him, but I wouldn't work for him either."
"It's true that girls are outgoing." Zhang Shan glanced at Zhang Mo, then turned to Changsheng and said, "Don't say harsh words in front of me, you don't even have purple energy cultivation, who did you kill? Okay. , If you don’t talk about this, when does Ni Zhuo want to leave?”
"Before sunset." Changsheng said.
Zhang Shan nodded and said, "Take away as much as you can. Don't be afraid of trouble caused by too many carriages and horses. It is very dangerous now that the war is in chaos and there is no one to protect you. I am coming back this time with eight purple energy masters. At the moment, they They are all in the city. Ni Zhuo is a very benevolent person, and we cannot lack sincerity. You go back and tell him that after the Ni family leaves, our eight high-level masters will escort them to ensure that they can escape intact..."
