No matter how detailed the matter is, Zhu Neiguan can't give an answer.
So with a trace of doubt, Li Hao followed Zhu Neiguan into the palace.
At this time, Zhao Zhen was still waiting inside the Chui Gong Hall.
Outside the palace, Zhu Neiguan went in first to report, explained the reason for his late return, and apologized.
However, after hearing this, Zhao Zhen said: "I summoned Li Hao to the palace today as a last-minute decision. If you haven't found anyone for a while, what's the problem?
Go and call Li Hao in. I have something to say to him. "
Hearing this, Zhu Neiguan felt relieved, although he didn't think Zhao Zhen would punish him for this because of his kindness.
But speaking of the truth, it was more reassuring, and then Zhu Neiguan went outside the palace to bring Li Hao in.
This time when Li Hao came in, he obviously felt that something was wrong with the way Zhao Zhen looked at him, and he immediately felt alert.
However, the first thing Zhao Zhen showed was concern. Zhao Zhen said, "Your wife has been pregnant for more than five months. How is her health lately?"
Hearing this, Li Hao was really surprised. He didn't understand why Zhao Zhen's topic reached this point.
But he still replied honestly: "My wife is still in good health now, and she is often looked after by the imperial physician, so there is nothing wrong with her."
After hearing this, Zhao Zhen said: "That's good. Otherwise, if the British prince is away on an expedition, we can't let him worry about his family.
But speaking of the British Duke, have any letters been sent back since he left Beijing? "
This is strange to say. My father-in-law has only been out of Beijing for more than a month, and he may have just arrived in the northwest.
There are probably a lot of complicated things waiting to be dealt with now. It will take some time before I can send a letter to Bianjing.
Moreover, if the letter was to be sent back, how could it be sent back to the court at the same time? Zhao Zhen couldn't possibly not know about it.
Li Hao was really confused and could only reply: "I haven't received this. The British prince has a heavy responsibility on this trip. He may want to stabilize the situation first and then send the news to Bianjing."
Hearing this, Zhao Zhen nodded in agreement and said, "The British public affairs have always been calm, and he is indeed the most suitable person to be in charge of the northwest military.
It's just that the British father-in-law is getting old after all, and his only daughter is still pregnant. I feel a little sorry for him to leave Beijing at this time. "
At this time, Li Hao naturally answered quickly. After all, the emperor was polite, so he couldn't just listen and remain indifferent.
"What the official said is wrong. Both the minister and the British Duke are the officials' ministers. Serving the country is a matter of course, and the official does not need to worry about it.
After all, if a man is seven feet tall, it will be difficult for him to marry a country once he is married to a country. I believe the British public must think so. "
Originally, Li Hao just wanted to express his words to himself and his father-in-law, and had no other meaning.
But he didn't expect that these words would play into Zhao Zhen's hands, and then Zhao Zhen said: "What the Qing family said is good, Xu Guo will make it harder for the Xu family.
It is indeed true. The British prince came forward to the court, left his family affairs behind, and directly took over the job for the court. He is worthy of being a minister of the country. "
Having said that, everything seemed quite normal, but then Zhao Zhen said with emotion:
"I just don't know how many people in this court can do this except the British Duke."
Li Hao said this just to highlight himself and his father-in-law, but he didn't want to cause such a big blow.
So he could only answer: "Officials, please rest assured that all civil and military officials in this dynasty are loyal ministers and good generals, especially the two great ministers.
I think that as long as the court needs it, everyone will take the initiative to share the worries of the official family. "
As soon as he finished speaking, Zhao Zhen said, "Oh, do these people also include the Qing family?"
Li Hao replied: "I am naturally one of them.
As long as the court needs it, I will do my best. "
Seeing that Li Hao had said these words, Zhao Zhen began to reveal his true intentions.
"The Qing family is truly loyal, so I can trust you with the task of countering the rebellion."
The original bad premonition suddenly became a reality. After hearing this, Li Hao was really stunned for a while. Why did he give me the counterinsurgency task?
There were so many people who wanted to lead troops to Shu, why did they have to let him go? Li Hao didn't understand.
And now that his wife is pregnant, if Li Hao really makes this trip, he will definitely not be able to see the child born. What a pity.
In addition, if he leaves Bianjing at this time, everything Li Hao originally arranged will be useless.
It doesn't matter about the Salt and Iron Division. The worst thing is to stop now and start again later.
But what to do inside the palace? What if something unexpected happens in the palace while Li Hao is away?
Especially when Empress Cao took action, Li Hao was really worried about her mind and worried that she would complicate the matter.
So even if you have to shirk it, you don’t have to find any reasons, they are all ready-made anyway.
It was just when Li Hao talked about his family situation and was ready to play the emotional card.
Zhao Zhen said: "What the Qing family just said is that once a seven-foot body has been given to the country, it will be difficult to marry the family again. The British Lord has done this. Doesn't the Qing family intend to learn from his father-in-law?
Moreover, the Qing family just said that they are willing to share my worries. Could it be that what they just said was deliberately deceiving me. "
Zhao Zhen's words completely blocked Li Hao's mouth, preventing him from using his wife as an excuse.
I had no choice but to continue talking about the Salt and Iron Division, using the excuse that I couldn't leave it for the time being.
But Zhao Zhen is not so easy to fool, and said: "The salt tax reform cannot be completed overnight, and the people you sent happen to be in Shu.
This time you went there, you just happened to have a look in person to understand the actual situation. "
As for the weapon manufacturing that Li Hao mentioned later, Zhao Zhen didn't think it was very important from the bottom of his heart, so he didn't mention it specifically and just brought it over in one sentence, without even giving Li Hao a chance to explain.
So at this time, Li Hao felt quite helpless. Since he couldn't resist, he could only accept it happily.
Seeing that Li Hao agreed, Zhao Zhen was also very happy and said: "This time we go south to Shu, the person in charge has been chosen. He is Zhao Bian, the direct bachelor of Longtuge and the transfer envoy of Hebei.
I have appointed him as the envoy of Sichuan, and the decree will be issued soon from the Zhengshi Hall, ordering him to go to Shu immediately after receiving the decree.
And you, I plan to appoint you as the deputy envoy of the Sichuan pacification system, lead the troops to Shu, and work with Zhao Peng to deal with the chaos in Shu.
But this time, after all, you have to guard against Xixia. You can only send two armies out of the four armies to go there this time. Of course, you can also choose two more armies from other forbidden armies, making a total of four armies to go to Shu. "
After hearing this configuration, Li Hao felt that it was enough. After all, there were only signs of it in Shu, and there was no real trouble.
As long as his 10,000 troops are in place, Li Hao really doesn't think they can make any waves.
After the matter was settled, Zhao Zhen sent Li Hao away, just like a tool man.
Li Hao, who had left the palace, really didn't know what to say when he went back, especially to the Wei family. He was afraid that he would pull out his own skin after hearing this.
Thinking of this, Li Hao planned to go back later and try to avoid direct contact with the Wei family.
First, he must win over Li Jian and Zhang Guifen, so that he can save his life.
In addition, Li Hao still couldn't figure out the reason why Zhao Zhen chose him.
However, according to what Zhu Neiguan said earlier, Zhao Zhen probably came to him after discussing with Han Qi and Ouyang Xiu.
The reason for choosing yourself should be in that conversation.
So Li Hao went directly to Ouyang Xiuna, intending to ask for clarification first.
When he met Ouyang Xiu again, Li Hao immediately
Accused: "Uncle, you have caused great harm to me today."
As soon as these words came out, Ouyang Xiu was puzzled and said doubtfully: "Why did I harm you today? Please explain clearly."
Li Hao replied: "Today the officials summoned me to the palace and asked me to lead the troops to Shu.
If you want to say that at other times, I would have had this opportunity to make a contribution, then I would be quite happy.
But now my wife is pregnant. Do you think it is appropriate for you to ask me to go to Shu? "
After hearing these words, Ouyang Xiu replied: "What does this matter have to do with me? I have never mentioned it to the officials..."
While he was talking, Ouyang Xiu suddenly thought of Han Qi's deliberate actions today, and then thought of Li Hao's trip to Beijing. It seemed that all these could be connected.
Li Hao looked at Ouyang Xiu's state and asked, "Did uncle think of something?"
Ouyang Xiu pondered for a moment and said, "Today in Chui Gong Hall, I was talking about the leader.
Grand Prime Minister Han specifically mentioned that in order to quell the chaos this time, the most important thing is the quality of the troops rather than the number of troops, which means that the experience of leading troops does not need to be too high.
Then he mentioned that the title should be equivalent to that of the person in charge. There is only one level difference between you and Zhao Wei, so it is considered suitable.
In addition, Grand Prime Minister Han also specifically mentioned that the person leading the army this time needs to be in charge of the troops and horses in Shu, so the most important thing is loyalty.
Although your name was not mentioned in these words, you fit everything.
And as you just said, your wife is pregnant with Liujia. This is your concern in Bianjing, and it is also your advantage. "
Hearing this, Li Hao really couldn't accept it for a while, and why did Han Qi transfer him away.
So Li Hao raised his question, and Ouyang Xiu replied:
"I just thought about it, the only reason Han Qi wants to move you away is because of the palace guards.
Apart from that, there is no reason for him to transfer you out of Bianjing. "
What Ouyang Xiu said does make sense, but this raises a question.
That is whether Zeng Chaosheng's identity has been exposed, and whether Han Qi and Zhao Zongquan still think that Zeng Chaosheng is the person they arranged.
But I'm afraid only they themselves know the answer, and it's impossible for Li Hao to come and ask anyway.
But now that he knew it was Han Qi's idea, Li Hao didn't intend to follow his wishes.
Dang even wanted to discuss it with Ouyang Xiu to see if he could find a way to get rid of this job.
But Ouyang Xiu said at this time: "No, I think it is a good thing for you to leave Beijing at this time."
As soon as these words came out, Li Hao didn't understand very much and immediately wanted to speak.
But Ouyang Xiu didn't give Li Hao a chance, and continued: "You are too involved in the battle for the throne now, so you can take advantage of this opportunity to jump out.
No matter what Queen Cao wants to do from now on, whether it succeeds or not has nothing to do with you.
On the contrary, no matter which side succeeds, they will win over you. "
Ouyang Xiu's words naturally made sense, but he had been preparing for it for so long, and now that he gave up like this, Li Hao was always a little unwilling.
But in the end, under Ouyang Xiu's persuasion, Li Hao's reason finally prevailed and he decided to go to Shu.
But now that he knew that Han Qi's calculations were involved, Li Hao adjusted his original plan in his heart.
Originally, Li Hao planned to mobilize troops from the Peng Japanese Army and Tianwu Army. After all, many of them were the original old troops and were easy to use.
But now, Li Hao decided to keep them in Bianjing as a back-up, who might be able to use them some time.
As for the troops and horses to be dispatched, Li Hao dispatched them from the Divine Guard Army and the Dragon Guard Army, mainly those from the Zhang family who joined the army.
If we are all members of the same family, it will be easier to use and easier to explain to others.
After talking about the matter, Li Hao had dinner at Ouyang Xiu's house before returning home.
By the time she got home, Mrs. Wei had already returned to her yard, allowing Li Hao to go back to the house smoothly.
But looking at Zhang Guifen, Li Hao really didn't know what to say.
It was Zhang Guifen who noticed Li Hao's restless look and asked proactively, "Do you have anything to say?"
So Li Hao wanted to take the opportunity to speak, but as soon as he opened his mouth, he became hesitant again.
Then Zhang Guifen joked: "Maybe you have fallen in love with some girl outside and want me to help you take a concubine."
After hearing this, Li Hao quickly said: "What nonsense are you talking about? I don't have this intention."
After finishing speaking, Li Hao felt a little more relaxed, and then said: "I think you must have heard about the chaos in Shu.
Today the officials summoned me to the palace and ordered me to lead the army to Shu. This trip will probably take a long time. "
At this time, Zhang Guifen's face slowly lost the smile. After all, who wants to let her husband leave when she is pregnant.
However, Zhang Guifen, who grew up in a British government palace, can understand this.
He immediately said: "This is a good thing that the official trusts your husband. Husband, just go ahead with peace of mind."
I will stay in Bianjing City. There are so many maids at home to take care of me, so nothing will happen to me. "
Seeing that Zhang Guifen was so considerate of him, Li Hao sat over and reached out to hug Zhang Guifen.
But just when the atmosphere between the two was harmonious, Zhang Guifen asked a question: "How are you going to tell your mother-in-law about this? I'm afraid it won't be easy for her."
Li Hao was really shocked when he talked about this, but Zhang Guifen had already won it anyway, and he would win over Li Jian later.
Then attack Wei's mountaintop and solve the problem step by step.
But before Li Hao could finish laying the groundwork, Zhao Zhen rushed in with a reward, ruining Li Hao's plan.
Although Li Hao's official appointment was not made, it may be for compensation, considering that Zhang Guifen was pregnant with Liujia but her husband had to lead the army on an expedition.
So I specially rewarded many things, a large part of which belonged to Zhang Guifen, and some of which were given to the Wei family.
Then Mrs. Wei found out about the situation, and she was really furious.
After sending away the eunuch who delivered the order, Mrs. Wei immediately got angry and chased Li Hao around the house three times with a stick before being stopped by Zhang Guifen.
After some persuasion, Li Hao was saved from being beaten.
As for the court, it may be that Zhao Zhen was in a hurry, so the appointment edict was issued quickly.
Li Hao's original official position remained unchanged, but he was given the new position of deputy envoy of the Sichuan pacification system, and Li Hao was asked to reorganize his army and move south as soon as possible.
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