Great Sui Storyteller

Chapter 409. 408. Although the second brother is fierce, but not a famous minister

"Whoa~"

The air was soaring.

Stirring with the frying spoon in Li Zhen's hand, the aroma of hot oil and chicken and duck lingered in the courtyard, and the whole hall was like a fairyland.

Li Zhenyi nodded while frying.

Ok.

The taste of Liuda chicken and Dada duck is really good.

Although the seasoning is simple, he just sautes the onion and ginger, stir-fries the clear sauce and thick sauce until the oil comes out, and then adds water to stew.

But the freshness and deliciousness of the ingredients are enough for him to make this pot of cottage version of the iron pot stew so fragrant all over the world.

For the dishes of this era, stir-frying is not considered a passion.Everyone still likes barbecue and stew in the traditional sense, so even if Li Zhen is not a proficient cook, it is amazing enough for the other two.

Amidst the sound of "crash la la la", the taste of soy sauce and soy beans was fried, and Li Zhenyi pouted:

"water."

Qin Qiong on the side directly poured a bucket of well water into it.

Half pot.

Just right.

When cold water meets oil, the steam disappears.

With the tight seam of the pot lid, Li Zhen pouted again:

"water."

"Oh oh~"

As if waking up from a dream, Du Ruhui lifted the earthen jar on the fire.

There is boiling water in the crock.The pot stickers are hot noodle cakes, which must be boiled with boiling water and eggs, otherwise they will not be sticky enough.

In the tub, after Li Laodao entered the procedure of scalding noodles, he said unhurriedly:

"In a while, let's paste this pot of noodles into the pot. Think about it, you two, the pot is full of gas and has all kinds of flavors. The noodles need to absorb water to be cooked. When the soup is full, the pancakes must be delicious. What does it taste like? Take a bite, and you will find all the aromas of beans and meat, oh, that comfort..."

The two people next to them nodded like pounding garlic.

True.

It is also!

Daoist is so smart!
The smell must be comfortable just thinking about it.

"Brother Shubao, did you receive the message I sent you last time?"

While burning noodles, Li Zhen asked.

Qin Qiong was taken aback for a moment, and subconsciously glanced at Du Ruhui... There was a flash of hesitation in his eyes, but it disappeared in an instant.

Although it was the first time for the two to meet, since they could be called "invincible friends" by the Taoist priest, their character and humanity...he, Qin, could be trusted.

So he said simply:
"received."

Under Du Ruhui's suspicious gaze, he fully revealed:
"Follow the trend, be safe with the situation. Daoist... Is this a hexagram?"

"Ah."

Originally planning to use this excuse to prevaricate Qin Qiong, Li Zhen responded:
"Brother Shubao is about to go on an expedition. This soldier has no eyes. If he doesn't do something, he will always feel uneasy. But Pindao's ability is limited, and the deduction of heavenly secrets is only second-rate in the world. He can't be like others. A pinch of his fingers can last ten years... But Kung Fu pays off, pinch more times, count more times. Counting and counting, although the secret of heaven is hidden, but at least I have glimpsed these eight characters. Although the hexagram is just a hexagram, it cannot be taken seriously. But... etc. Brother Shubao can be used as a reference and to rely on when he is confused at the beginning of the war."

As soon as he finished speaking, Du Ruhui asked politely:
"Brother Shubao... Could it be that Zhang Xutuo is one of the generals this time? Will he go to Wagang in a few days?"

"Exactly. At that time, he was the deputy general of the town under the rule of a general, and he will go out soon."

After explaining, Qin Qiong looked at Li Zhen:
"The Daoist thinks... a certain person will be in danger this time?"

"do not know."

Li Laodao, who was stirring the noodles with chopsticks, shook his head:

"After all the calculations, it's just these eight characters. I really can't see the rest..."

"I see."

Hearing his words, Qin Qiong didn't show any fear on his face.

One calm:
"The killing of the enemy in the military formation is a matter of licking blood with a knife. When I went to the battle for the first time, I was ready... Well, I hope, I hope it will be safe and sound. When I come back, I will fight with Daochang and Brother Keming." Let's have a drink..."

"As it is."

"..."

Under Du Ruhui's blessing, the corner of Li Zhen's mouth twitched.

big brother...

Fleger said immediately?

But he couldn't say anything extra, so he could only say:

"Be careful. I heard that Nawagang Village seems to have got some treasure..."

"baby?"

Qin Qiong was taken aback.

"..."

Li Laodao wanted to slap himself.

What a cheap mouth.

This is telling you with a smile. It seems that this news is quite valuable... Although there is no rule on whether you can spread it to the outside world, it is always bad to say it without the consent of others.

What's more... aren't you a butterfly flapping its wings?

What if the trend of history changes because of you?

but……

Looking at the Shandong man with thick eyebrows and big eyes...

This is my friend.

In case... there is something wrong...

All of a sudden, the Taoist was in a tangle.

The atmosphere in the yard was a little quiet, Du Ruhui and Qin Qiong saw that he was troubled, and immediately understood that there seemed to be some things that were too long to say.

Du Ruhui's thought was "How does the Taoist priest know so much?".

But Qin Qiong thought more simply.

It's not convenient to say so.

The Taoist priest is a monk and has the ability.This secret is deduced or something, mysterious and mysterious, and there may be something unspeakable.

So he laughed:
"Haha, I've asked a lot. It's okay not to mention it, or not to mention it. Well... since there is nothing wrong with this meeting, why don't we have a drink first?"

After finishing speaking, we will go to drink.

But Li Zhen sighed quietly.

That's it.

How many vows have been broken along the way?

He promised Mr. Huqiu not to cause trouble, but in the end a real martial artist came into the world on Xi Sui's big boat.Obviously, when he came out of Pegasus City, he made a promise in his heart that he would not touch karma, but in the end, he stepped into the world of mortals for no reason...

Hi.

Didn't he just spit it out and took it back.

People who practice Taoism have thick skins...not shabby!

"I also heard the news from a friend of mine yesterday. It said that Wagang got some secret treasure from the previous dynasty. There were gold and silver, and other things. No matter what it was, it would strengthen their strength. .Brother Shubao...you must be careful in this battle..."

"Secret treasure of the previous dynasty?"

"...?"

The two of them were taken aback again.

Li Zhen responded:
"Well. My friend... has the same relationship with us. She is a person who depends on her life. Although she was just chatting yesterday, her news has always been very accurate. Brother Shubao... It is best to explain this matter to General Zhang. Make plans early."

In the end I still said it.

But after finishing speaking, Li Zhen felt a sudden sense of relief on his shoulders for no reason...

And Qin Qiong also frowned and nodded:

"I know. But... if it's just gold and silver, it's fine. With gold and silver, it's just that the swords are sharper and the armor is stronger. The Taoist priest has never been in battle, so he may not know much about it. The battlefield Above all, conspiracies and tricks are not the right path after all. When two armies confront each other, what is compared is the bravery of the soldiers, and the iron-blooded will. I don’t know, my general may not be an official, but if you train and rule the army, no one in the world can... It’s the right one! Even if the Wagang Village has great momentum, a certain family believes that it will be a chicken and a dog after all, and it will be broken soon!"

The sonorous sound of some words.

Not arrogant, not arrogant.

Instead, he told Li Zhen and Du Ruhui blatantly that although Wagang was strong, my soldiers of the Sui Dynasty were not bad under the leadership of the general.

Even dare to say victory.

"Brother Shubao's words are true!"

Feeling the vigor in Qin Qiong's heart, Du Ruhui also nodded.

Indeed, Zhang Xutuo was depressed in officialdom.However, in terms of military and political achievements, this person is really impressive.

Li Zhen sighed in his heart...but he didn't say much.

Now the noodles are hot too.

wake up first.

The pot is just smoking.

It's early.

This pot of chicken and duck needs to be stewed for at least an hour before the lid can be opened and the cake can be pasted.

So came a sentence:
"Then tonight's meal, let's treat it as a practical banquet for the two of you."

"...Brother Keming is leaving the city too?"

Hearing Qin Qiong's words, Du Ruhui nodded, also not hiding anything:
"I'm going to Hedong next time."

"Hedong?"

Qin Qiong was taken aback for a moment, and then showed a look of sudden realization:

"Oh, so that's the case, then I would like to congratulate Brother Keming. Although I have been in the army all year round, I don't know much about the affairs of the court. However, Brother Keming can be appointed as the parent officer of Hedong, which is really promising. "

In fact, Qin Qiong's temper can be seen here.

Call him stupid... He knew it right away, and immediately guessed that this young man from Du Ling's Du family might go to Hedong to take up the post.

But you say he is smart... He didn't even know Du Ruhui's official position, so he thought that Du Ruhui could be a parent official, such as a county magistrate or a higher level sheriff, and he took it for granted.

Du Ruhui quickly explained:
"Brother Shubao misunderstood. It is true that I am going to work in Hedong, but it is not an official, but the post of county governor. But... It is true that if there is no accident, Du Jiazong should be the governor of Hedong County. I will take up the post personally. But please know, the reason for this... is because I took the initiative to explain the difficulties in Hedong to my father, fearing that I would hand over the matter to outsiders, which would cause the lives of Hedong people to suffer this year, so I used the power of the family. Brother Wang Shubao, don’t misunderstand .”

"..."

It's okay if he doesn't say anything, but Qin Qiong is really a little confused when he says it.

Looking at Du Ruhui, he asked puzzledly:

"The disaster in the east of the river?... Hasn't Wu Duan'er, the leader of the bandit, already given his head? The bandits were all captured by Mr. Li. The banditry is gone, and all you need to do is rest and recuperate. How can there be any talk of trouble?"

"It's true that the banditry has been eradicated, but there are also many rogues running around. If they are not caught in time, they may cause trouble in the future. Besides...Brother Shubao has been in the army for a long time, so he doesn't know anything about it." It’s normal. I’ve read the report from Hedong. In order to maintain the troops under his command, Wu Duan’er expanded the army’s capacity. As the army grows larger, they need food and grass. They took away the grain seeds kept in the spring plowing by the farmers in Hedong...there was no food. Planting, what kind of arable land?"

Speaking of this, he shook his head and sighed:
"Yes, that's right. From the perspective of brother Shubao...or the people of the world, it would be good to eradicate the banditry. But...who would have thought, how will the people in Hedong who have no grain seeds this year...have to live?"

"It should be a relief from the imperial court."

Qin Qiong's words actually sounded like "why not eat minced meat" to Li Zhen.

But neither of them blamed him.

Because the more Qin Qiong said this, the more he represented his purity as a soldier. (Note 1)

He is only responsible for defending his home and country, and does not consider other matters.

You could say he wasn't thinking well.

It's even okay to say he's short-sighted.

But in the eyes of the superiors, this kind of soldier is more reassuring than those generals who are both wise and brave, unparalleled in talent, liberal arts and martial arts can set the country.

Because he is a soldier.

Pure military.

Follow military orders.

Ordinary people may not understand, but wherever this kind of person is put down, it is the person that emperors dream of.

Soldiers, as long as pure is enough.

No need to think too much.

And Du Ruhui understood it, but after hearing this, he still shook his head:

"It's not that I disagree with Brother Shubao. It's just that... you know, if there were no tens of thousands of grain and grass paid in tribute from the Pegasus City, General Zhang Xutuo's [-] soldiers would suffer from a shortage of grain and grass when they went out. The imperial court Relief?"

He laughed at himself, but stopped talking.

Because going on... the scholar might be about to scold the street.

Great disrespect.

"..."

Now, Qin Qiong also understood.

After understanding, it was replaced by silence.

And a sigh after the silence:
"...Oh, I understand. Then...you dare to ask Brother Keming, but what can you do? Could it be that...the Du family will help?"

Du Ruhui shook his head:
"Although my Du family has deep roots and luxuriant leaves, I don't rely on money and silk. I have meager strength, but I can't support the people of a county with food. But... this matter is not impossible. I was still chatting with the Taoist priest just now. , Pegasus Sanzong has agreed to take action..."

Before he finished speaking, Qin Qiong breathed a sigh of relief:

"That's all right."

"..."

Li Zhen watched Lao Du's mouth twitch.

As for him...he also found out in his heart...Second brother is honest and capable.But the problem is... Seeing things is really too simple.

So he took a sentence:
"Brother Shubao, money...is not equal to food and grass."

"……what for?"

"Nowadays... the troubled times are showing, and even the common people know how to hoard food for emergencies. You can buy a few hundred catties or a few thousand catties, but that's all for the people of a county... how much money do you think you need? What's more...the hundreds of thousands of catties...or even millions of catties of grain, do you think, how many people in the world can come up with it just to save a county in the east of the river that has nothing to do with them? Not to mention, even if so much food can be raised...who can guarantee...in the eyes of..."others", isn't this a sign that there is another bad thing coming out of Hedong?"

At the end of the story, the Taoist stumbled.

I have avoided a lot.

But Qin Qiong understood.

All of a sudden... His brows frowned.

But immediately... Qin Qiong, Du Ruhui, and Li Zhen turned their heads to the door at the same time.

someone is coming.

Just as this idea appeared, a voice sounded in the air:
"Namo Amitabha, the poor monk Xuanzang, come to pay respects to the Priest Shouchu."

"..."

"..."

"..."

(Note 1: I think this chapter will be somewhat controversial, so I will write it at the end. I have read a lot about Qin Qiong's deeds. But I found that almost all books are about how brave Qin Qiong is. But whether he is He is a "Ming Chen" but there are very few records. So there are only two results, either, his bravery overshadowed the light of him being a Ming minister. Or, he is a famous general through the ages, but he is not a man of Wenke Anbang who ruled the world minister.

Note that it is not derogatory.

It's not that he doesn't know how to be a minister, but being an official is different from being an official of one's parents... or being a "virtuous minister".So, here, my setting is that Qin Qiong is a famous general and a pure soldier.He has family and country feelings, but his skill points are all on the side of force, not both civil and military.The fiction in the book does not distort history, nor is it a biased interpretation.The role needs, all fans of Qin Qiong, please don't be serious, thank you. )
(End of this chapter)