The matter at Zhongyi Temple was over, the celebration banquet continued naturally, and the joyful atmosphere returned.
Zhuge Liang then raised the third glass of wine and said: "This third glass of wine is of course a tribute to you. If you hadn't forgotten all about food and sleep, worked hard, cared about the country and served the public, and sacrificed your lives, how could we have achieved today's victory? Everyone, please be satisfied. Drink this cup!" After that, he drank the wine in the cup.
Everyone raised their glasses in return and said, "To the Prime Minister."
After saying the toast, Zhuge Liang let everyone enjoy the fine wine and food as they pleased. Then the drums and music blared, everyone drank and drank, and everyone started to change cups. For a while, there was laughter and laughter everywhere, and it was really lively.
"Fu Jun."
"Fu Jun."
Seeing Yang Qing walking from the hall holding a wine glass, Wu Que and Yue Zhao, who were sitting outside the hall, quickly stood up and saluted.
Yang Qing smiled and nodded, and said, "Shu Qi, Zhong Ming, come, I'd like to offer you a drink."
Wu Que and Yue Zhao also hurriedly picked up the wine glasses on the table and said respectfully, "I should wait for Mr. Jingfu."
"Hey, the two of you set out from the north of Ziwu Road to set up a suspicious formation, disturb the enemy invaders, distribute edicts, and frighten the women to rebel. The Northern Expedition can achieve full success because of the contributions of you and other suspicious soldiers along the way. It is also Prime Minister Zhuge. I praise you very much, so I should toast you with a toast.”
Although Wu Que and Yue Zhao only led hundreds of elite troops out of Ziwu Valley, they initially frightened the city of Chang'an three times a day, greatly disrupting Cao Wei's sight. Together with Zhao Yun and other suspicious soldiers, they secured the main force's surprise attack on Longyou. precious time.
Although when Wei Emperor Cao Rui personally came to Chang'an to take charge, Wu Que and others had to retreat to Hanzhong because the Wei army's increased strength blocked the roads and prevented them from guerrillaing in Chang'an and surrounding cities.
However, the mission of their suspected soldiers has been overfulfilled and they have lived up to the expectations of Zhuge Liang and Yang Qing. They can be said to have outstanding military exploits.
Therefore, Zhuge Liang personally named Wu Que and Yue Zhao to attend tonight's celebration banquet in the afternoon to show their praise and favor.
Seeing that Yang Qing had said this, the two of them were no longer modest, so they drank a glass of celebratory wine with Yang Qing.
"The Lord Jun is here, it will be easy for Yi to find him."
Just as Yang Qing was asking Wu Que and Wu Que about their battle with the suspicious soldiers, someone suddenly called out from behind.
Yang Qing looked back, recognized the face of the visitor and said with a smile, "It's Wen Wei."
It turned out that this person was Fei Yi, who joined the army in the Prime Minister's Office. He came to Hanzhong from Chengdu last year and wanted to follow the Northern Expedition. However, Zhuge Liang later considered that Hanzhong also needed someone to guard it, so he kept him.
When he first heard about this arrangement, Fei Yi was very reluctant. He went north to Hanzhong just to accompany the army on the expedition to the north to establish some achievements. It was not his original intention to stay behind to transport food, grass and military supplies.
So Fei Yi went to Yang Qing and asked him to intercede with Zhuge Liang, but Yang Qing failed to persuade Zhuge Liang. In the end, Fei Yi had no choice but to stay in Hanzhong to assist Xiang Lang in handling government affairs.
"How much have you drunk?" Looking at Fei Yi's swaying body, Yang Qing couldn't help but ask.
Fei Yi waved his hand and said with a smile: "Don't worry, Your Majesty, this little bit of wine won't stop you. Come, I'll give you a drink."
Yang Qing also knew that he had a good drinking capacity, so he stopped worrying and raised his glass and said, "Wen Wei, please."
After Fei Yi finished drinking, he picked up the wine bottle on Yue Zhao's desk next to him, filled it up for Yang Qing first, and then poured himself a glass.
"I'd like to give you another drink." As he said that, he drank it all in one gulp.
Yang Qing quickly held his hand and advised, "Wen Wei, I know you have a good drinking capacity, but you can't drink like this. Take a break and I'll drink with you later."
"Your Majesty, the cup just now was given to you by Yi, and this one is for you to ask for something. Please don't refuse, Your Majesty."
Yang Qing was stunned for a moment, and then said: "Can you ask me for anything? I have known Wen Wei for many years. If you have something to say, just say it and ask for help. As long as I can help, I will definitely help."
Fei Yi looked around and saw that there were only two close subordinates of Yang Qing, Wu Que and Yue Zhao, nearby, so he whispered: "Is the prince going to be promoted?"
Yongzhou governor? "
"How did Wen Wei know that?" Yang Qing asked in shock.
Fei Yi smiled and said, "As soon as you returned to Hanzhong today, Yi heard about it."
Yang Qing nodded slightly. There had been rumors in Longyou that he was going to be promoted to the governor of Yongzhou. Especially among the officials of the Prime Minister's Office, they were well aware of it. Fei Yi, who joined the army in the Prime Minister's Office, could know about it in advance. .
"The prime minister intends to appoint me as the governor of Yongzhou, but the matter has not yet been reported to the emperor, so it is not yet counted."
Fei Yi said: "Since it is the prime minister's wish, the emperor will probably agree. It is almost certain that Junhou will be appointed as the governor of Yongzhou."
Yang Qing was noncommittal and asked, "What kind of help does Wen Wei want from me?"
"Actually, it's not a big deal. You still want to make some achievements in the north. After you take office as the governor of Yongzhou, I hope you can transfer Yi to Longyou," Fei Yi said.
Yang Qing suddenly realized and said with a smile: "So that's it. It seems that Wen Wei still has some complaints about being left in Hanzhong by the Prime Minister during the Northern Expedition."
"Seeing you, my lords and princes, displaying your talents and making great achievements in the north, I feel so envious in my heart. I never want to stay in the rear again." Fei Yi then drunkenly spoke his true words.
Although Yang Qing understood this, he was really helpless. The four governors of Longyou County had already been selected, and now there was no good position to place Fei Yi, the Prime Minister's official in the army, as a minister.
So, he said tactfully: "I understand Wen Wei's heart deeply, but you are a talent that the Prime Minister values, so I'm afraid the Prime Minister won't let you go.
Besides, the Northern Expedition will not be the only one. Guanzhong, Central Plains and other places are still in the hands of the puppet Wei. In the future, there will be many opportunities to go to the north to establish achievements. Why should Wen Wei be anxious for this moment? "
"Don't worry, Lord, the Prime Minister has rejected Yi once before, and he will definitely not reject it a second time. I don't know when the next Northern Expedition will be. Yi really doesn't want to sit in the middle of Shu anymore, so I still ask for your permission." You will definitely try your best to repay this request in the future." After saying that, Fei Yi bowed.
Yang Qing quickly helped him up and said with a smile: "Wen Wei doesn't have to be like this, I allow you to do so. I couldn't wish for a talented person like you to take up a post in Longyou."
"Thank you, Lord." Fei Yi bowed again.
Yang Qing stopped him and saluted, and said: "Wen Wei, don't thank me yet. Whether this matter will succeed or not depends on the Prime Minister. I will try my best to help you fight for it."
"Yi understands that as long as Junhou, the governor of Yongzhou, responds first, it will be easier for Yi to talk to the prime minister." Fei Yi said happily.
Yang Qing looked at the excited look on his face and thought that Fei Yi must have been stimulated by the achievements of himself and others in the Northern Expedition, so he was so eager to go to the north to make contributions.
It's just that in the original history, he was not so enthusiastic about the Northern Expedition after Zhuge Liang's death. During his reign, he focused on defense. Unexpectedly, he would be so active in the Northern Expedition in this life. It is really unpredictable.
However, his initiative created a problem for himself. Longyou really did not have a suitable position for Fei Yi, so how should he tell Zhuge Liang?
Forget it, just take it one step at a time. As long as you try your best, this problem should be left to Zhuge Liang.
Fei Yi was in a good mood when he saw that Yang Qing had agreed to his request. Not only did he have another drink with Yang Qing, but he also took Wu Que and Yue Zhao to the side and drank three drinks in a row. After they had a good drink, Fei Yi left to find someone else. went.
"Master Fu, Fei Canjun just said that you will be promoted to the governor of Yongzhou. Is this true?" After Fei Yi left, Wu Que approached Yang Qing and asked.
Just now, Yang Qing and Fei Yi spoke without avoiding Wu Que and Yue Zhao. Although they did not listen intentionally, they still took a rough look at what Yang Qing and the two said, and then they learned that Yang Qing was about to be promoted to the governor of Yongzhou. The two of them were surprised and happy, and they didn't confirm it with Yang Qing until now.
Yang Qing nodded slightly and said with a smile: "Although I haven't reported it to the emperor yet, it's already a close thing. But as long as you know about it, don't make it public now."
The two clasped their fists and said yes, and Wu Que continued: "If Mr. Fu leaves Hanzhong, where will we go?"
"We won't discuss this matter tonight. Xiuran is still camped outside the city. You all can come to my place tomorrow and we will discuss this matter then."
"Yes." The two responded.
Tonight, wine and meat were prepared in the camp outside the city to reward the soldiers of the three armies. Liu Yin, Yang Yi, and Wang Ping were presiding over the matter there, so Yang Qing planned to take time to call all his trusted subordinates tomorrow. Let's talk about being promoted to the governor of Yongzhou. He must make proper arrangements for these cronies.
The celebration banquet ended in the middle of the night. When Yang Qing returned home, he was already drunk and unconscious. He vaguely saw Xia Houyue still waiting for him. He stepped forward to hug him and felt the warm fragrance of nephrite. He was about to He undressed and took off his belt, but unexpectedly he became drunk and lost consciousness.
