Great Han Arrow God

Chapter 470 Opinion Leaders (Please recommend!)
As soon as he heard Dou Ying's words, Liang Xiao knew what Dou Ying wanted to say.

Dou Ying has been very aggrieved recently.

People are unbearable to be lonely, especially those who have been glorious. After all, it is only a state that a few people can achieve from being gorgeous to ordinary, and most people will have a serious sense of loss.The higher the position you have reached, the more serious the sense of loss.

Dou Ying, who was once the prime minister, will undoubtedly feel very disappointed.What's more, he is not a person willing to be lonely, and it is obviously not realistic for him to die willingly in this life.Liang Xiao heard from Liu Ling that Dou Ying once asked for cooperation, but she refused.

Liu Ling was unwilling to cooperate with Dou Ying. On the one hand, the research project was too sensitive and could easily be associated with Empress Chen. On the other hand, Dou Ying's identity was too special. Cooperating with him might arouse the vigilance of the emperor.

The Empress Dowager spanned the three eras of Wen, Jing and Wu for more than [-] years. As the representatives of foreign relatives, the Dou family was of great strength. The word "Zhu Dou" was mentioned lightly in history books, and it was often ignored by later generations.In fact, as far as the current situation is concerned, even if the Wang family and Tian family rise rapidly due to the support of the Queen Mother, the power of the Dou family should not be underestimated.

The conflict between Dou Ying and Tian Fu is actually a fierce confrontation between two generations of relatives.

If the historical records are correct, Dou Ying still has a trump card in his hand.Otherwise, he wouldn't be so confident.Although Dou Ying is conceited, after all, he has been an official in the court for more than [-] years. It is impossible for him not to know how unwise it is to fight with the family of the empress dowager, and it is even more impossible not to know the consequences of correcting the imperial edict.

In Liang Xiao's plan, Dou Ying was an important part.He knew that Dou Ying's prestige among all the sinuses was unmatched, even in the eyes of the emperor, Dou Ying also had a very important position, but because of the oppression of the Queen Mother, he could not let go of Dou Ying.

However, it is the emperor's best choice to let Dou Ying as the representative of the opposition to check and balance Wang's relatives headed by Tian Fu.If not, why would the emperor be in such a difficult situation when the idle Dou Ying clashed fiercely with the prime minister Tian Fu.

Liang Xiao also wanted to take advantage of Dou Ying's fame, but he couldn't form an alliance with Dou Ying, otherwise it would be self-defeating.

"Wei Qihou's words are serious, I dare not take them seriously." Liang Xiao pretended not to understand, and his face was full of admiration. "What has Wei Qihou been up to lately?"

Dou Ying smiled, turned around and took out a roll of bamboo slips from the desk. "These are some words I wrote, and I ask Liang Junhou to take a look at them and correct them."

Liang Xiao sweated profusely.Dou Ying is capable of writing and martial arts, so he is not qualified to comment on what he writes.He took it respectfully, and when he saw the words on the back of the first bamboo slip, he was stunned for a moment.

"A review of the Battle of Henan?"

"These are some of my opinions on the Battle of Henan. Liang Junhou is a person who witnessed the battle, can you make some suggestions?"

Liang Xiao sent the bamboo slips back, and said with a soft smile: "Wei Qihou is a famous minister of our court, he is well-informed and experienced. I don't think even the emperor will take your opinion lightly. Boy How dare you say it. But..."

"But what?"

"The Battle of Henan is over, and the court has made a detailed analysis. Even if Wei Qihou's opinion is written in detail, it may not attract people's attention." Liang Xiao blinked, looked at Dou Ying who was looking disappointed, and continued. : "Wei Qihou wants to make an astonishing theory, I am afraid that he will have to work harder."

Dou Ying stroked her beard and thought for a long time.He spent a lot of thought to write this analysis article on the Battle of Henan, just to attract the attention of the government and the public, and to remind the emperor of him, an old minister who has gone from general to prime minister.Let Liang Xiao see it, because Liang Xiao is not only a witness, but also a favorite minister in front of the emperor.If Liang Xiao was satisfied, it would be easier for this article to reach the ears of the emperor.

However, Liang Xiao didn't even look at it, and directly refused.

However, Liang Xiao's words reminded him immediately.To be an opinion leader, one cannot copy what others say, but must be unique.

How to be unique?Dou Ying couldn't find her way for a while.

"Your Majesty, how should this old man work hard?"

Liang Xiao smiled. "Wei Qihou is a senior. He has learned Confucianism and Taoism. How dare I show it off in front of you. However, the boy has some superficial views. He dares to ask Wei Qihou for advice. Please don't make fun of him."

Dou Ying was overjoyed.Liang Xiao said it modestly, but it must be a good plan to solve his current predicament. "You don't have to be humble, you don't have to be humble, it's okay to speak up."

"The kid hasn't read any books, but he has a little knowledge of the Tao. In my opinion, there are truths and falsehoods in the Tao. If you don't distinguish, you will inevitably be confused by the words."

Dou Ying nodded repeatedly. "That's right, there are too many people showing off their tongues these days."

"So, how can we tell the real from the fake? It's actually very simple..." Liang Xiao raised a finger. "practice."

"practice?"

"Yes, practice is the only criterion for testing the way." Liang Xiao grinned.Being able to say such pretentious words in front of a veteran aristocrat like Dou Ying gave him a sense of accomplishment. "For example, you can use a few words to explain the art of making toughness and softness, or you can quote the scriptures and quotes, but in the final analysis, you still have to use the finished sword to speak, don't you think?"

Before Dou Ying could speak, Chen Yu couldn't bear it any longer and took the initiative to endorse Liang Xiao. "That's right, say a thousand, say ten thousand, it's better to have a good sword." As he spoke, he took the new sword and drew it out at once, only to find that there was only half of it. It was cut into two pieces, and the face was flushed, embarrassing.

"What's going on here?" Princess Guantao was shocked.She knew very well how sharp this new sword was, otherwise she wouldn't have asked Brother Chen Xu to invite Liang Xiao here.

"Although this sword cannot be called the ultimate good, it is enough to show that the two Chen Jun's efforts are in the right direction. Given time, they will surely be able to make a famous sword that cuts iron like mud." Liang Xiao took the half from Chen Yu's hand. The sword was gently placed in front of Dou Ying. "If Wei Qihou helps His Majesty to fight, he will win the battle, and the attack will be captured. Even a few words are enough to look down on the world. What is the three strategies of heaven and man?"

Dou Ying frowned, thoughtful.Liang Xiao compared Dong Zhongshu's Three Strategies of Heaven and Man, and let him see the direction.The Three Strategies of Heaven and Man has a great reputation in later generations, but now it is still just a strategy, whether it can be implemented in practice, no one can say for sure.The advice Liang Xiao gave him was real, how could he provide the emperor with practical help, and why worry about his reputation?

There are often two habits in learning: one is to praise the ancients, just like Liang Xiao said, citing scriptures and classics, and talking a lot.One is that it is easy to talk in rhetoric. Although the words are beautiful, there is no actual content.Liang Xiao suggested that he look forward and pay attention to practical issues. This is undoubtedly a unique approach and a unique insight.

Dou Ying is a smart person, and soon understood Liang Xiao's meaning, and she was so happy that she cupped her hands and bowed to the end. "Thank you, Your Majesty."

Liang Xiao hurriedly returned the gift.Dou Ying is a senior, he dare not accept such a great gift. "Wei Qihou, you're killing the boy."

"If you hear the Tao in the morning, you can die in the evening. Even though the baby is old, he is ashamed of himself. The king should accept this gift."

The old and the young went back and forth to be humble a few times. Princess Guan Tao couldn't help laughing when she saw her, "Okay, you don't need to be humble to each other. One is a senior hero and the other is a young hero. It's a blessing to appreciate each other. What's the matter?" Let's talk while drinking."

Princess Guantao hosted a banquet for Liang Xiao and Dou Ying, accompanied by the Chen brothers.At the banquet, they chatted all over the place, but Liang Xiao rejected Dou Ying's request for an alliance.He said that a gentleman does not belong to the party, he is harmonious but different, there are too many things he can do, there is no need for everyone to squeeze into one field, each should develop his strengths, let a hundred flowers bloom, and work together for the imperial court.

Dou Ying understood and never mentioned the word alliance again.

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After seeing Liang Xiao off, Dou Ying didn't leave immediately. He discussed with Princess Guantao again.

It is true that he is the leader of the sinuses, but now the one who is most hopeful of maintaining wealth and honor is Princess Guantao.As long as Empress Chen is in power for one day, the Chen family will have no problems.If the pair of sisters can give birth to a prince, then the status of the Chen family will be even stronger.

At this time, Dou Ying certainly couldn't leave Princess Guantao alone and act on her own.

Princess Guantao also wanted to make use of Dou Ying's reputation.Let the Chen Xu brothers study the art of iron smelting. At first, it was just a cover to let the emperor see that the Chen family had the heart to serve the court.Now that the Chen Xu brothers have forged a sharper sword and have seen the hope of success, she realizes that the Chen family can not only gain a false name, but also gain unimaginable strength.

This can turn into a lucrative industry.

After all, she is a woman, greedy for money, but not able to make money.She needs to listen to Dou Ying's opinion on how to manage the business.

The two took what they needed, and naturally formed an alliance.

Chen Xu put forward a suggestion in a timely manner: there are many children in the Chen family and the Dou family who are doing nothing all day long and causing trouble. It is better to select some people to travel and increase their knowledge.How did Liang Xiao's iron smelting technique come about?It was heard in the Western Regions.He can achieve so much by himself, we Chen family and Dou family have hundreds of children, can't we do better than him?

Princess Guantao was very satisfied. She felt that it was the first time for Chen Xuchang to speak such insightful words at such a young age.

Dou Ying also thought it made sense.For the benefit of the Wang family and the Tian family, it is an inevitable trend for the Queen Mother to suppress Zhudou.Since the official career is difficult, it might be a good choice for these boys to travel.They have money and leisure, and they are young and energetic. If they don't go out, they will only cause trouble in Chang'an.

"I'll talk about this matter." Dou Ying said, "However, it's too early to make those boys go out willingly. You may need to show your own experience and set an example."

Chen Xu and Chen Yu couldn't ask for it, so they agreed.

Seeing that Dou Ying wanted to set her two incompetent sons as role models, Princess Guantao was delighted and nodded repeatedly.These two people have grown so big, they have never given her face like today.

"Wei Qihou, can they...can do it?"

"What did Liang Xiao say? Practice is the only criterion for proving the Dao. They spent a lot of money to buy the art of softness and rigidity to create sharper swords. What kind of unique vision is this? There are countless young people from Chen Dou's family, Who can surpass them? It doesn’t take much, if there are only a few people who can be as successful as them, who would dare to despise our Chen family and Dou family?”

Princess Guantao laughed happily.
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(End of this chapter)