Riding the Pheonix Chapter 412: Imperial Envoy
In a blink of an eye, it’s the New Year’s Eve again.
Zong Xu was extremely busy.
When he first arrived, Yang Shu mocked the Zong family with the word "Northwest King". In fact, the status of the Zong family was really the same as that of the Northwest King.
The Zong family has the final say in all military matters in the northwest. Even if Liang Zhang leads the right army, his rank is not as good as Zong Xu. If there is a war, he will also return to Zong Xu.
So, as the New Year approaches, in addition to military affairs, the commander-in-chief also has to deal with various etiquette transactions.
In addition to the mansions of various families, there are also rewards from the capital and tributes from various ethnic groups in the northwest.
This year, because of the Beihu incident, in addition to the usual rewards, an imperial envoy was also sent here.
I also know this imperial envoy Yang Shu. His surname is Guo Mingxu. In the past, everyone in the political affairs hall had to address him as Prime Minister.
Guo Xu was a prime minister, but it was his misfortune that he was forced to travel northwest in the wind and snow on a business trip.
Among the prime ministers in the Political Affairs Hall, he is young, has a bad temper, and is disliked by many people. But he also has a hobby that is not on the stage, that is, he likes to please his wife.
One day when he was drinking tea near Changle Pond, he saw the daughter of that family who was delicate and graceful. He was intrigued and asked a matchmaker to ask her, hoping to take her as his ninth concubine.
The tea boss readily agreed, but the daughter of that family had just been on a blind date before, and they were both very satisfied, so they were waiting for the engagement.
Because of Guo Xu's interference, the marriage failed. When the daughter of that family learned that she was going to marry a man who could be her father as a concubine, she threw herself into despair.
Guo Xu himself did not know anything about this matter. However, if political opponents find out, how can they not take advantage of it?
As a result, Prime Minister Guo was overwhelmed by the impeachment memorial.
Although it is not a big deal for a man to have more concubines, the mainstream of scholar-bureaucrats still praises couples' chastity. Normally no one cares about this trivial matter, but if it really breaks out and everyone talks about it, it becomes a moral issue.
Seeing the quarrel in the court over this trivial matter, the emperor was annoyed. He not only demoted Guo Xu several levels, but also kicked him out of the capital and went to the northwest ice and snow land to calm down.
Guo Xiangye came to Baimen Gorge just like that despite the wind and snow, not even daring to take his roommate with him.
Seeing Guo Xu shivering from the cold, Yang Shu couldn't help but wipe tears of sympathy for him.
Not long after he arrived in the northwest, it started to snow heavily. This experience was the same as the first time I went back to Gaotang. The snow on the road was more than a foot thick, making it inconvenient for cars and horses to pass, so I had to move forward bit by bit.
This kind of weather is not suitable for going out, but Guo Xu has an imperial edict and is rushing to Baimen Gorge before the Chinese New Year, so he has to climb over it even if he crawls.
When Yang Shu learned that he was sympathetic, he was also a little gloating about his misfortune.
It is really pleasant to find someone who is more unlucky than yourself.
When he arrived at the Commander-in-Chief's Mansion and announced the decree, Guo Xu asked Zong Xu for a room and went there to warm himself by the fire and tremble.
When Yang Shu saw him again, it was already two days later.
"Master Guo, long time no see."
Guo Xu said with a sullen face: "I am no longer the Prime Minister, please change my title to Young Master Yang."
Yang Shu followed the good advice: "Master Guo."
Guo Xu nodded and said: "Mr. Yang, if I remember correctly, you are currently the pastoral supervisor of Gaotang. You should be in Gaotang County. How come you are in Baimenxia?"
Yang Shu sighed long and short, and grabbed him to vomit his bitterness: "Master Guo, I don't know that this family is too domineering. Previously, thieves robbed the racecourse, and I, in a rage, ordered people to raid the thieves' den. How could I have known that I would encounter Mr. Zong also went to suppress the bandits. Without any reason, he detained my people and forced me to come to Baimen Gorge to talk to him. Mr. Guo, you are the prime minister, so I must be very aware of the tricks in this. I Why didn't you see them suppressing the bandits before the young master came? But when I started to deal with the bandits, they also came to join in the fun, obviously just wanting to grab the benefits. Tell me how such a cheap thing can be done..."
He babbled for a long time, and Guo Xu was so big that he had two heads.
Guo Xu is very talented, otherwise, he would not have entered the Political Affairs Hall in his early forties. But he was too arrogant and always looked down on warriors.
The matter between Yang Shu and the Zong family's father and son just violated his taboo. Fighting fiercely for trivial interests, without even the slightest bit of grace.
In the past, Yang Shu still maintained the dignity of a noble son, but when he came to the northwest, he became so careless, which made him even more unhappy.
"...The clan is really insidious, and actually provoked me to compete with them in martial arts. These people under my master are not bad at all, but this is their clan's territory, how can they compare with them? But don't even think about it. If you succeed, since you insist on taking advantage of this, then I will stay here to celebrate the New Year, eat their food and use theirs, and wait until the spring is warm and the flowers bloom, why should I say this..."
"Okay, okay." Guo Xu's face turned green, "I know, there are still important things to do now, Young Master Yang can do what he wants."
Yang Shu was still reluctant to leave: "Master Guo, won't you help me seek justice? Fortunately, we are also acquaintances, this person named Zong..."
"I am here on important matters. We will discuss these matters later."
"Okay." Yang Shu looked regretful, "When Mr. Guo gets down to business, I will treat you to a drink again."
Guo Xu cupped his hands perfunctorily and went to talk to Zong Xu.
Liang Zhang's secret report said that the movements of the eight tribes of Beihu were related to a woman beside Yang San. It’s not easy to ask directly about this matter~IndoMTL.com~ Mr. Guo decided to start with the Zong family.
If there is anything fishy in it, the Zong family with whom he is at odds would be happy to tell it.
When Yang Shu returned to the guest house, the smile on his face disappeared.
Mingwei asked him: "What? Is there something wrong with Mr. Guo?"
Yang Shu shook his head and said: "His purpose of coming here is nothing unusual. In addition to seeing the situation of the Zong family in the northwest, he also wanted to find out about Beihu. Last time Eunuch Liu was ordered to come over, he didn't reprimand him at all, so he should have It’s none of our business, but Guo Xu was demoted from the capital. In order to regain the trust of the Holy Emperor, he will do his best to perform meritorious service.”
"So, be careful what he sees?"
Yang Shu smiled and said: "We didn't do anything extraordinary, just don't offend him." After a pause, he added, "The winter in the northwest is very long. When the ice and snow melt, it's almost time for him to return to Beijing. ."
Ming Wei understands this, but it’s just a matter of delaying time.
But...
"Does the Zong family think so too?"
"For the Zong family, one more thing is worse than one less thing. Military affairs in the northwest must not be allowed to be interfered with by others. They are more looking forward to Guo Xu's early departure than we are."
Just as Yang Shu guessed, the Zong family did not intend to cause trouble at all. Guo Xuhaolai was also the former Prime Minister. Because of this trivial matter, he was demoted and would be promoted back sooner or later, so he should be treated with utmost courtesy.
When the screen retreated, only the Zong family and his son were left. As soon as he mentioned Yang Shu, Zong Rui said angrily: "Master Guo, you came at the right time. This Young Master Yang is really not particular. We made a good deal at the beginning. Yes, a martial arts performance will determine the outcome. He lost, but he refused to leave! This is the headquarters of the Zuo Army Commander. Is this a place where he eats and drinks for free? This is outrageous! Please tell us, let him Go back?"