Yilapua was originally a Khitan. After most of the Khitans in the north surrendered to the Mongols, there was a reason why he was still trusted and reused by Wanyan Shouxu.
When Wanyan Shouxu was still the crown prince, Yili Pu'a was the commander-in-chief of the personal guards.
Later, he served as an errand in the palace. When Jin Xuanzong was critically ill, Wanyan Shouxu's half-brother, King Wanyan Shouchun, entered the palace first to attend to his illness, with the intention of seizing the throne. It was Yilupua who led the troops and sent him to the palace to help him ascend to the throne.
In ancient times, there were three major merits: the merit of making decisions, the merit of support, and the merit of savior. Pu'a accounted for at least two of them. Therefore, as a Khitan, he was highly used and controlled the power of the Privy Council.
The official system of the Jin Dynasty was similar to that of the Song Dynasty, with the Shangshu Province in charge of government affairs and the Privy Council in charge of the military.
Zhao Tai came here mainly to find some errands for his subordinates.
At this time, Yila Pu A had just returned from work and was washing and soaking his feet. An old servant said: "Master Prime Minister, the guard at the door reported that Zhao Tai has come to see you!"
Pu'a took off the hot towel applied to his face and couldn't help frowning, "What's he doing here? I sent him away!"
Pu'a was very dissatisfied with being upstaged by Zhao Tai, and he had previously asserted that Zhao Tai's arrogant words resulted in Zhao Taizhen retreating the Mongolian soldiers, which made Pu'a feel embarrassed. Recently, he has been avoiding Zhao Tai and not communicating with him. He showed up at the same place.
The old servant heard the words and went out quickly. After a while, he came back and reported: "Master Prime Minister, Zhao Tai insisted on asking for a meeting and even asked someone to bring this!"
Pua took it doubtfully, opened it and saw that it was actually a house deed.
This made his eyes light up, and he realized that it was actually the garden Wanyan Shouxu had given to Zhao Tai.
It is clear that the garden Pu'a is the place where Wanyan Shouxu once stayed when he was the prince. The scenery inside was built by masters invited from the Southern Song Dynasty. The scenery is beautiful.
He once asked Wanyan Shouxu for it, but Wanyan Shouxu didn't give it to him.
What does Zhao Tai mean by sending this house deed?
Pu'a couldn't help but frown. He thought for a while and felt that it wouldn't hurt to meet him. Then he ordered: "Let him come in."
Zhao Tai was led into the study room and saw Pu'a dressed in regular clothes, sitting behind the desk, and he saluted respectfully, "Prime Minister!"
The Privy Council and Zhongshu Province were in charge of military and political affairs separately, and were known as the "Second Government". The chief of the Privy Council was the Privy Envoy and knew the affairs of the Privy Council. In the late Jin Dynasty, the post of Privy Council Judge was added to take charge of the power of the Privy Council.
This means that Pu'a now controls the military power of the Jin Kingdom.
Pu'a glanced at Zhao Tai and pointed to the house deed, "What do you mean?"
Zhao Tai smiled and said: "His Majesty gave Beizhi this house, but Beizhi feels that Beizhi is not worthy of such a garden, and it should be dedicated to a suitable person."
Pu'a raised his eyebrows, glanced at Zhao Tai again, and said with some uncertainty: "You want to dedicate this house to me."
Zhao Tai bowed solemnly, "I think that only a noble person like the Prime Minister is qualified to live in such a house."
"Haha~" Pu'a laughed when he heard the words, and suddenly found that the boy in front of him was very cute with his delicate features and delicate eyes.
When Zhao Tai saw his expression, he knew that there had been some changes in the relationship between the two.
Seeing this, Zhao Tai felt a little proud. He was not bragging. He would be scared when he licked someone.
"Tell me! What do you want from me?" Pu'a took the house deed without leaving a trace.
Zhao Tai smiled apologetically and said: "The Prime Minister is wise, and you can see through the little thoughts of humble officials at a glance. I really want to ask for something from humble officials."
Pu'a was quite pleased with himself, "Tell me about it!"
Zhao Tai bowed and saluted, "I want to worship the Prime Minister in my humble position. From now on, I will follow the Prime Minister's lead."
Zhao Tai did not make a request directly, but first sought refuge with Pu'a. When Pu'a regarded him as one of his own, he would take advantage of him without Zhao Tai's request.
After all, Zhao Tai is confident in his abilities. Who doesn't want a capable person?
In order to fight against Mongolia, Zhao Tai has resorted to any means.
Pu'a was a little surprised. He didn't expect Zhao Tai, who was so red that he turned purple, to turn to him.
Pu'a quickly calculated in his mind that Zhao Tai was young and promising and had a bright future. Moreover, he had outstanding abilities. If he was accepted as his disciple, he would also have a share of the credit for Zhao Tai's meritorious service in the future.
Look at how badly Sanfeng Mountain was defeated by Monk Chen and Heda. Because of Zhao Tai, not only were they not punished, they were also rewarded.
In contrast, Pu'a felt that after he escaped from Sanfeng Mountain, His Majesty's attitude towards him was obviously much colder, and his favor was almost divided between Heda and Monk Chen.
"Hahaha!" Pu'a stood up, walked to Zhao Tai, and held Zhao Tai's hand, "Guorui! In fact, I have always admired you. If you follow me, I will not treat you badly. By the way. , I don’t understand, why don’t you join Heda?”
Zhao Tai smiled and said: "Report to the Prime Minister, because neither the Prime Minister nor the humble position are Jurchens. If Heda can give it to someone with a humble position, the Prime Minister can give it to him. If Heda is not willing to give it, the Prime Minister can also give it to someone with a humble position."
After a little experience, Pu'a understood the meaning and thought to himself: "Young man is really good at reading people."
"Tell me, what can I give you if you like me?" Ura picked up the tea cup and took a sip.
Zhao Tai said: "Prime Minister, although the Mongols have retreated, the threat from the Jin Kingdom has not been eliminated. I predict that the Mongols will come again. By then, whoever can make meritorious deeds will be appreciated by His Majesty. Therefore, I want to help the Prime Minister make meritorious deeds." .”
During this Mongolian invasion, Pu'a's performance was mediocre, and the limelight was stolen by Zhao Tai, Heda, and Chen Monk, which made him feel that his status was threatened.
After hearing what Zhao Tai said, he couldn't help but ask: "How are you going to help me make meritorious service?"
Zhao Tai said: "Prime Minister, Heda and Monk Chen are able to perform meritorious service because they have troops at their hands. If you want to perform meritorious service, you also need an army! When the Mongols invade and the prime minister has military power, he will be entrusted by your majesty. Important task. Several of Beizhi's subordinates have good abilities, and I hope the Prime Minister can arrange it. In addition, Beizhi hopes to be able to lead the army outside after the mission, preferably close to the Southern Song Dynasty. In this way, Beizhi can use the resources of the Southern Song Dynasty to train troops for the Prime Minister. , when Bianjing is in trouble, the Prime Minister will give the order, and I will lead the troops to rescue. Or if Bianjing cannot be defended, the Prime Minister will have a place to go!"
Zhao Tai's words made Pu'a fall into deep thought. The current situation in the Kingdom of Jin was indeed very dangerous.
In the battle of Sanfeng Mountain, all 150,000 elite soldiers were lost. Now that the Jin Kingdom is re-organizing its troops, it is his opportunity to take control of the Jin Kingdom's army.
The situation is so chaotic now. If he doesn't control the army, he won't be firm in his words. And he can't leave Bianjing, so he really needs people to go to other places to set up troops.
Thinking of this, he decided to accept Zhao Tai, "You give me a list, and I will assign you."
Zhao Tai showed a happy expression when he heard this, and took out a bag of gold leaves from his arms. He smiled and said: "The Prime Minister is busy with everything and works hard for the brothers. This is a little thought from the brothers. From now on, the brothers will respect the Prime Minister every year."
"Guorui, what are you doing?" Pua hesitated, but his hand took Jinye over, "Next time, don't do this again!"
