The First Great Ancestor of the Five Dynasties

Chapter 329 Entering the DPRK soon
"Tao Wenju meets with Zhu Jun!"

At the right door of the palace city, in the official office of Shangshu Province in Xingguofang, Tao Wenju bowed to Zhu Xiu respectfully.

Pan Mei sat aside with her legs crossed and said in a weird voice: "Consultant Tao is now the marching staff officer of the Tianxiong Army. He doesn't even say "Young Shijun" when he meets a small official."

Tao Wenju hurriedly said seriously: "After all, the name of Young Envoy is the internal name of the Changyi Army. Now Young Envoy is highly regarded by the commander-in-chief and serves as the deputy commander of the Tiger Wing Army. He is also the camp secretary of the Chinese Army and is in charge of military secrets. He who holds military power is regarded as a formally conferred general, and he is more dignified by his title of honor."

"Hmph~ You are very eloquent, no wonder you can make Chai Shuai happy." Pan Mei curled her lips and dismissed the guy.

Tao Wenju smiled awkwardly.

Zhu Xiu put down the tea cup and looked at him.

I haven't seen him for more than half a month. Tao Wenju has gained weight, his red face is slightly protruding, his goatee is neatly groomed, and he is dressed in the uniform of a fifth-rank official, looking energetic and complacent.

"It seems that the food treatment of the Tianxiong Army is indeed good, and it has made Staff Officer Tao fat." Zhu Xiu smiled lightly.

Tao Wenju's eyes were rolling, and he said hurriedly: "I am able to serve as the marching staff officer of the Tianxiong Army, thanks to Zhu Junshi's recommendation, I am very grateful! I heard that when Zhu Junshi was working under Chai Shuai, he also served as the marching staff officer, It is truly an honor for me to take over this position now."

Zhu Xiu said calmly: "I mentioned to Chai Shuai casually that you can stay in the Tianxiong Army only because of your own ability. Chai Shuai said that you have good abilities and are thorough and thoughtful in your work. He specifically mentioned it to me and wanted you to stay in Tianxiong Army in the future. Tianxiong Army takes office."

Zhu Xiu paused and observed Tao Wenju's expression.

A trace of unconcealable joy flashed across Tao Wenju's eyebrows.

"What do you think?" Zhu Xiu asked with a half-smile.

"This." Tao Wenju hesitated, "After all, I was promoted by Zhu Jun's envoy to get where I am today. I dare not make my own decisions. I am willing to follow Zhu Jun's arrangements."

When the conversation changed, Tao Wenju hurriedly said: "However, the affairs of the Tianxiong Army are complicated at the moment. If the official leaves, I'm afraid no one can help Chai Shuai take care of the trivial matters! After all, the Tianxiong Army is the direct descendant of the Marshal and Chai Shuai. Don't cause chaos. Envoy Zhu Jun is a subordinate of the commander-in-chief and has a close relationship with Commander-in-Chief Chai. I think he will put the overall situation first."

Zhu Xiu said calmly: "So, you are unwilling to leave the Tianxiong Army?"

Tao Wenju rubbed his hands vigorously and said sarcastically: "If Zhu Jun is still useful to the official, the official will certainly not dare to refuse, but he will still ask Zhu Jun to give him a period of grace until the commander-in-chief enters the court and the overall situation is settled. Tianxiong The army has also returned to Yedu to garrison, and it will not be too late for me to leave again."

Zhu Xiu looked at him: "Luoyang Zangfeng Camp still lacks a capable commander. If you are willing to go, you will be responsible for the affairs of Zhangyi Army in Luoyang."

Tao Wenju looked embarrassed. After thinking about it, he sighed: "Please forgive me, Commander Zhu. I ask myself that I am not good at handling confidential information! Zangfeng Camp is of great importance, and it is a direct descendant cultivated by Commander Zhu. I feel incompetent. Incompetent”

Pan Mei looked angry, holding back her anger and staring at him fiercely.

Zhu Xiu nodded and said calmly: "In that case, you should stay in the Tianxiong Army and fight for your future."

Tao Wenju hurriedly put down his robes and knelt down, choked with sobs and kowtowed: "I am grateful for the kindness of Envoy Zhu Jun. No matter when, I will never forget that I am from the Zhangyi Army! The great kindness and virtue of Envoy Zhu Jun, I will definitely Keep in mind!"

Dongdongdong~ Tao Wen lifted his head and kowtowed heavily, and even choked up and squeezed out a few tears.

"Go back, do your job well, and don't embarrass our Changyi Army." Zhu Xiu calmly reassured.

"I'll excuse you!" Tao Wenju got up, wiped the corners of his eyes, bowed deeply, saluted Pan Mei again, and then exited the room step by step with his butt stuck out.

Zhu Xiu watched Tao Wenju walk away in a hurry, and even his steps seemed to become much brisker.

"Bang~" Pan Mei slammed the table in anger, "You're an ignorant white-eyed wolf! Thanks to you for promoting him from a runaway slave to a high position today! You're an ungrateful bitch, I will never spare him in the future!"

Zhu Xiu rubbed the green stubble on his chin and remained silent.

"I told you before that Tao Wenju, that son of a bitch, has deep thoughts. In Jingzhou, you put him in charge of the salt factory, involved in the Zangfeng Camp, and also in charge of the military affairs of the Changyi Army. You trained this bitch's abilities and also made him His ambition grew.

The Tianxiong Army is majestic and stationed in the prosperous place of Yedu. It is directly related to Marshal Guo. How can this piece of shit be willing to leave after joining the Tianxiong Army?I told you a long time ago that you can't spoil this guy, but you didn't listen! "Pan Mei sighed.

Zhu Xiu spread her hands: "This time I counted as a mistake and didn't listen to your advice.

However, Tao Wenju is indeed capable. When I let him join the Tianxiong Army, it was Chai Shuai who took the initiative to ask me for someone. If he can get Chai Shuai's approval, Tao Wenju's fate is beyond our control. "

"Alas~ If this happened sooner, I should have kept this piece of shit in Jingzhou for the rest of my life." Pan Mei was indignant.

Zhu Xiu smiled and said: "If Tao Wenju is wise and can not forget the love of incense in the future, we will also have a help in the court."

Pan Mei stared at him: "Then what if the dog crosses the river and demolishes the bridge and forgets you, Bo Le Gong?"

Zhu Xiu smiled: "Although Tao Wenju is snobbish, he is not stupid. He will not actively seek to oppose me."

"I hope so!" Pan Mei shook her head.

In the afternoon, Chai Rong sent someone to invite Zhu Xiu to the camp of the Ye army, saying that Guo Wei and Feng Dao had finished their discussions and asked him to go over to discuss matters together.

Zhu Xiugang rode into the camp when he heard a cry from behind: "Brother Xian!"

He quickly reined in his horse and looked back, only to see several soldiers with helmets and armor walking towards him. The leader was Zhao Kuangyin, who had a white face, a square face and big ears.

"Brother Zhao." Zhu Xiu got off his horse, cupped his hands and said with a smile, bowing his head to the heroic soldiers beside Zhao Kuangyin.

"Brother Xian, what's the matter with entering the camp?" Zhao Kuangyin said with a smile.

"I have to be summoned by Marshal Chai to summon me to the Marshal's camp to discuss matters."

Zhao Kuangyin said enviously: "The commander-in-chief is about to enter the court. At this moment, he summons the wise brother to discuss matters. He must want to bring the wise brother into the palace."

Zhu Xiu said humbly: "I don't know yet, I just follow the commander's orders.

Why is Brother Zhao here? "

Zhao Kuangyin said with a smile: "There is an order from the imperial court that my father will resume the post of Commander of the Holy Guardian Army to assist General Wang Yin in handling the affairs of the Imperial Army.

Brother Yu, I have also been reinstated as Yuhou, the direct class member of the inner palace, and I will enter the palace to stay as a guard today. "

Zhu Xiu said hurriedly: "Congratulations, Brother Zhao!"

No wonder Zhao Kuangyin looked happy when he saw that he was reinstated.

He also said that he was envious of being reused by the commander-in-chief. Both his father and son became generals of the imperial army again. One served as the commander of the army in the Guards Department and a senior officer, and the other worked as an errand in the palace and stayed in the imperial palace. They had a bright future.

The old Zhao family is the object of envy.

Zhao Kuangyin pointed to the few soldiers beside him and said: "Let me introduce you. This is Li Jixun from Damingfu, who is now the commander of the casual squad in front of the palace; this is Shi Shouxin from Kaifeng, who is currently serving in the inner palace; this is The person is Wang Shenqi from Luoyang, who is now in charge of the inner palace.

Brothers, this is the famous Changyi Army Commander-in-Chief Zhu Xiu! "Three tall and burly soldiers saluted with clasped fists: "I have seen Deputy Commander Zhu! "

Zhu Xiu was slightly shocked and hurriedly returned the courtesy: "You three brothers don't need to be polite! Since they are Brother Zhao's friends, they are naturally my Zhu Xiu's friends. We only need to follow the order of elder and younger to get to know each other in private."

The three of them looked at each other, and looked at Zhu Xiu with more intimacy and kindness.

"Haha, I'm in a hurry today. My dear brother has to go to the commander's tent to discuss matters. We have to go to the palace to guard the palace, so we won't talk more. We will find a chance to get together in the future. Anyway, you and I will be in Kaifeng from now on, so we have plenty of time." Zhao Kuangyin smiled.

"I will be a host another day, and I will treat you brothers to a drink! The commander-in-chief has summoned me, and I dare not delay. I also ask your brothers to forgive me. I will take my leave!"

Zhu Xiu smiled and saluted, got on his horse and rode away.

Li Jixun, the eldest, laughed and said: "This Zhu Xiu is a successful young man, but he doesn't have any arrogance. He is worthy of being a hermit and a disciple. He is humble and polite, and is worthy of association."

The youngest, only 22 years old, Shi Shouxin said enviously: "He is a few years younger than me, but he has already become the commander-in-chief of a vassal town, the deputy commander of the Tiger Wing Army, and he will be reused by the commander-in-chief. He will definitely become a general or prime minister in the future." of prominent figures.”

25-year-old Wang Shenqi said with emotion: "When I was pacifying the Li Shouzhen rebellion in the river, I once met Zhu Xiu from a distance. At that time, as a young man, he was chatting beside the Marshal and Chai Shuai. I knew this person It will be different in the future.

Now I have gone from being a soldier next to the marshal to the inner palace, and I know that Zhu Xiu is already the deputy commander of the first army. The gap between this person is really huge! "

The three soldiers all nodded as if they felt the same.

Zhao Kuangyin smiled and said: "Zhu Xiu is a talented person in the world, and there are very few people in the world who can compare with him. Comparing yourself with such a person is tantamount to asking for trouble."

The eldest brother Li Jixun said with a smile: "What Yuen Long said is absolutely true. Our brothers have their own talents, but there is no need to compare with Zhu Xiu. Such a natural talent can only be matched by the heroes of the world like Marshal and Marshal Chai." It works for it.”

Wang Shenqi smiled and said: "It is said that Zhu Xiubo is very knowledgeable and proficient in astronomy and geography. I really want to get acquainted with him and gain a lot of experience."

Shi Shouxin shook his head and muttered: "I would like to ask Zhu Xiu to teach me how to play mahjong, so as not to be laughed at by Yuen Long brother all the time."

"Haha~"

Everyone let out a burst of laughter.

"Let's go and find Yang Guangyi and Han Chongyun. They are on duty in the palace. Don't waste time."

Zhao Kuangyin said hello and rode with everyone to the palace city.

Zhu Xiu reined in his horse and looked back, only to see Zhao Kuangyin and others galloping out of the camp.

Aren't Li Jixun, Wang Shenqi, and Shi Shouxin the team of the ten brothers of Zhao Dayi Club?

It turned out that Zhao Kuangyin had already gotten acquainted with these people as early as the end of the third year of Qianyu.

What a coincidence, they all belong to the forbidden army order of the inner palace.

Among the three, Li Jixun is the oldest, 34 years old this year, but his official position is not the highest.

Li Jixun was originally a local police officer in the town outside Yedu. When Guo Wei raised the banner of the rebel army, Li Jixun led his troops to respond. He also tied up the superior officers who refused to respond to the uprising and escorted them to Guo Wei, so he was highly used.

Wang Shenqi has followed Guo Wei for the longest time since he put down Li Shouzhen's rebellion in Hezhong. Now when he reaches the inner hall, he knows that he has the highest official position among them, equal to Zhao Kuangyin.

Shi Shouxin is the youngest, and now he is just an ordinary soldier of the imperial army in the inner palace. He is famous for his strong martial arts skills.

It is definitely not a coincidence that Zhao Kuangyin surrounds himself with this group of low-level officers who started under Guo Wei and now all serve in the Forbidden Forces of the Inner Palace.

Zhao Da is very scheming and has already begun to build his own power framework in advance.

Although the Inner Palace Forbidden Army has not yet formally established a military division, Chai Rong had previously revealed Guo Wei's initial thoughts on the restructuring of the Forbidden Army.

From now on, the Guards and Pro-Military Division will never be able to be the sole leader and have sole control of the Imperial Guard. Once the new dynasty is established, reform of the Imperial Guard system is imperative.

Zhao Kuangyin may have seen this and decided to take root in the Forbidden Army in the inner palace early.

Zhu Xiu stared slightly, the power struggle and ownership of military power are always the core issues that cannot be avoided.

In the future, if he wants to gain a foothold in the imperial court, he must have a part of his own strength, whether it is the Inner Palace Forbidden Army or the Guards and Military Division.

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The main hall of the Taoist palace is slightly dilapidated, with two rows of guards standing under the corridor, and gates on both sides of the steps, which serve as the headquarters of the Chinese army.

When Zhu Xiu entered the palace, Guo Weigao sat in the center and Feng Dao sat in the first place on the left side. Chai Rong, Wei Renpu and others sat in turn.

After the salute, Zhu Xiu sat next to Shi Yanchao as usual.

I don’t know what the outcome of Guo Wei and Feng Dao’s conversation all morning was, but I saw that the two were talking and laughing. It seemed that they had a good conversation, and they had reached a preliminary consensus on how to deal with the Queen Mother and the officials after entering the court.

"Zhu Xiu, tomorrow morning, you will go to the palace with me to pay an audience with the Queen Mother!" Guo Wei said with a smile.

Zhu Xiu hurriedly stood up and saluted: "I obey the commander's instructions."

Guo Wei looked at him: "I will ask Dalang to find you a fifth-grade official uniform later, and wear it when you go to court. Although you are the deputy commander of the Tiger Wing Army, you must not be arrogant. Remember that you are still in court. As a newcomer, you must be polite to all the courtiers and do not neglect them."

"The commander-in-chief's instructions will be taken to heart by Zhu Xiu."

Zhu Xiu curled his lips. It seemed that Uncle Guo was worried that he had stayed in the army for a long time and would be contaminated by the arrogant and arrogant generals in the Ye army, and would lose etiquette towards the old ministers of the court.

Shi Yanchao sneaked closer and whispered angrily: "The commander-in-chief asked me to lead his troops to garrison Xuande Gate in the imperial city. He did not take me to court because he was afraid that I would be rude and arrogant and scare the soft-footed shrimps in the court!"

Zhu Xiu suppressed her laughter and glanced at him sympathetically.

This black bear was careful and outspoken. Guo Wei was afraid that after he went to court, he would say some mocking words to a group of old ministers, which would make people think that the Ye army was arrogant.

Zhu Xiu consoled him perfunctorily: "Xuande Gate is the south gate of the imperial city. It is of great importance. No one can take on this important task except you. The commander-in-chief trusts you and lets you guard this gate. You represent us in Ye." The majesty and image of the military!”

"Seriously!?" Shi Yanchao's eyes widened.

"How important it is for the general to enter the court, how dare I joke with you?" Zhu Xiu vowed.

Shi Yanchao felt extremely excited and clenched his fists. The jealousy towards Zhu Xiusheng just now disappeared.

Zhu Xiu covered his mouth and snickered. One hundred thousand Ye troops were guarding Kaifeng. Only after being kicked in the head by a donkey would he jump out and rebel against Uncle Guo.

When Guo Wei entered the court, it didn't matter whether Xuande Gate was guarded or not.

(End of this chapter)