Entering the post house, Xie Linong saw Cao Zhiyan's horse at a glance. He turned around and said to the soldiers: "Go and ask the postmaster if Captain Cao is still in the posthouse now? If he is in the posthouse, ask him where he lives and I will go and visit."
The soldiers promised and turned around.
Xie Linong arrived at his residence, freshened up, and changed into casual clothes. Not long after, the soldiers came back and said that Cao Zhiyan had just arrived and was resting in the guest room. Moreover, Cao Zhiyan has sent someone to the Zhizhi Envoy Office. Wang Xiaolie is not available during the day today, so he will go to see him tomorrow.
Not daring to neglect, Xie Linong immediately took his soldiers to visit Cao Zhiyan.
Cao Zhiyan got the news of Xie Linong's arrival and had already gotten up and finished dressing up. After getting the report, we hurried to the living room to meet him.
Entering the living room, I saw Cao Zhiyan already waiting there. Xie Linong hurriedly said: "Brother Cao family, long time no see, how are you always?"
Cao Zhiyan said: "It's always been good. Lieutenant Xie, we are one of our own, so you don't have to be polite. Please take a seat and let's catch up on old times."
The two of them took their seats. Cao Zhiyan ordered tea to be served.
After drinking a few sips of tea, Xie Linong said: "If I guessed correctly, Captain Cao also came to Xiangyang Mansion because of the order from the Privy Council, right?"
Cao Zhiyan sighed after hearing this: "That's right. Brother, we are soldiers under Commander Jie. We have been following the Ruzhou uprising army since the time. Even if we have made some achievements, how will the officials of the imperial court know? They suddenly promoted the two of us as governors. I guess it’s not a good thing.”
Xie Li Nong said: "In the border areas, many governors and governors have no idea what's going on. They just give an official position to their head if there is no one. It doesn't matter. The key is that our territory is not empty now. This official is not given casually."
Cao Zhiyan said: "I'm still confused. I just knew it was not a good thing, so I hurriedly came to Xiangyang. What does my brother think? How about teaching my brother? We have lived and died together for many years. Don't hide anything from me."
Xie Linong said: "To put it bluntly, it's worthless. Now Jieshuai governs more than a dozen states and has an army of 100,000. His strength cannot be underestimated. With more soldiers, Jieshuai can naturally stop the Jin army from going south, but the court is still worried after all. For a few months, Before that, the commander-in-chief of the festival was transferred from the envoy of the Zhenfu envoy to the envoy of the southwestern route of Beijing. The founding of the festival in his twenties illustrates this point. Appointing the two of us as envoys of the governor-general is to divide the army of the commander-in-chief. The position is actually about seizing troops, do you understand? We have been following Commander-in-Chief for many years, so we must not be careless about this matter!"
Cao Zhiyan nodded: "So that's what you meant! I thought to myself that it was not a good thing that I was doing well under the commander-in-chief, but suddenly I became the governor, and I didn't say whether I would be controlled by the commander-in-chief in the future, so I hurried back."
Xie Linong said: "It is indeed not a good thing. Although Jieshuai has a broad mind and does not stick to trivial matters, if we don't express our position in time, it will be difficult to say in the future. In this world, everything is going on, so we should just be Jieshuai's subordinates honestly."
Cao Zhiyan nodded, deeply agreeing.
Wang Xiaolie's army is different from other armies. It is not a strict hierarchical class system. Matters in the army are not decided by the commanding officer, but must be agreed by several officers. Even Xie Linong and Cao Zhiyan have clear powers and responsibilities in the headquarters. These two people are the governor of the town, what about Qian Ju, the deputy governor and others? Not to mention, there are two Yuhous above them, Shao Ling and Niu Gao.
The two discussed for a while and both felt that they needed to see Wang Xiaolie as soon as possible to explain the matter clearly. If it takes too long, Wang Xiaolie will have something in his mind, and things are not going well.
Just after noon, Wang Xiaolie's personal soldiers came and said they would help the two of them in the evening.
Xie Linong said: "Did Commander Jieh say he wanted to see us first?"
The soldier said: "No. Someone mentioned this matter. Commander Jie said that there is nothing serious for you two. If there is anything, just talk about it when the wind comes."
Xie Linong said: "Jie Shuai is right. The two of us are returning to Xiangyang this time, and there is really no big deal."
Even though I said this, I was still worried in my heart. After all, I couldn't let go if I couldn't see Wang Xiaolie as soon as possible.
Before the sun set, Xie Linong and Cao Zhiyan packed up and came to Zhizhishi Yamen.
After entering the Yamen, Cui Qing led the two of them to the back Yamen. He said: "Commander Jie has given orders. You have been working hard on the front line. We have specially prepared a fat sheep tonight, as well as chicken, duck and fish. Sit down for a moment. Commander Jie will come over after he is done with his work."
Xie Linong said: "Brother, what's the big deal that makes Commander-in-Chief so busy? It's not a trivial matter for the two of us to return to Xiangyang."
Cui Qing said: "The yamen originally arranged for you to come in tomorrow, but Commander-in-Chief knew about it and specially ordered me to pick up the wind for you two tonight. It is autumn now, and there are many things to do to prevent autumn, and Commander-in-Chief is really busy. The two lieutenants , you have been with Jieshuai for many years, and unlike others, Jieshuai attaches great importance to you. Sit down, Jieshuai will be here in a moment. "
Xie Linong and Cao Zhi thanked him and let Cui Qing go about his own business.
Several soldiers nearby set up a barbecue stove and lit a fire. The mutton was cut and skewered with bamboo skewers. Barbecue is a cooking technique that has been passed down in China for thousands of years, and it is the simplest. As people in the military, many of Wang Xiaolie's men like barbecue and enjoy eating it.
Seeing the soldiers busy on the side, Xie Linong and Cao Zhiyan were bored, chatting here and there.
After waiting for half an hour, Wang Xiaolie, Li Yanxian and Wang Ruohai came over.
Xie Linong and Cao Zhiyan hurriedly stood up and stepped forward to salute the three of them.
Wang Xiaolie said: "Sit down, don't be formal. I heard that the two of you entered the city, and I specifically asked you to meet the wind tonight. There are so many people, and there are many rules for many things that even I don't know about. If I hadn't heard it by chance, I can only wait until tomorrow to find out when you will return to Xiangyang."
Wang Ruohai said: "Jie Shuai has an army of 100,000 men. What would happen if there were no rules?"
Wang Xiaolie shook his head: "Although I say that, Xie Linong and Cao Zhiyan are my earliest team members after all. With how many roads I have traveled and how many battles I have fought, they should be different from others. Forget it, they will be different from others in the future. When you enter the city, report to me promptly."
After everyone sat down, Wang Xiaolie said: "It's not just you, Shao Ling and Niu Gao have also entered the city today and will be there in a moment. If you have anything to say, let's get together and talk it over. Speak clearly so that everyone can do things with peace of mind."
Xie Linong said: "Jie Shuai is right. If you can't explain clearly, we will inevitably be worried outside."
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Wang Xiaolie said: "There's no need to be worried. I'm not that petty. As long as you don't make a big mistake, you don't have to worry."
Xie Linong said: "Jie Shuai, of course we don't dare to make mistakes, but we can't stand others sowing discord. We are not in front of Jieshuai, so many things can't be explained at the moment, so how can we not worry?"
Wang Xiaolie said with a smile: "Do you mean you don't believe me? You are my generals. I can't do anything to you with just a few words. When leading troops outside, you must not think about messy things. Just lead the troops with peace of mind." "
