Marshal Deng of the Conferred God

Chapter 173
After leaving Sanshanguan, Deng Jiugong went to Chongcheng, talked with Cui Ying about the future development of Chongcheng, and then rode a jade unicorn back to Chaoge.After returning to the court song this time, Deng Jiugong called Gao Ming and Gao Jue to the mansion.

The Gao Ming brothers met Deng Jiugong alone for the first time, and they looked a little excited. After all, everything they did down the mountain was to get Deng Jiugong's appreciation.Learning literary and martial arts, selling them to the emperor's house, the unjust and stupid king in the palace is not worthy of their life and loyalty, the King Pingnan in front of him is the dragon and phoenix among people, following him, even if they are an unknown pawn, they are willing.

The most inspiring example is Qin Ming. Under Chen Qi's deliberate publicity, the two learned about Qin Ming's fortune, and they were very envious.

The two settled down, cupped their hands and said, "This subordinate has seen King Pingnan."

"Don't be too polite!"

The two discovered Daji's conspiracy, which was a great favor to him. For them, Deng Jiugong was very grateful. He wanted to see them after he solved Daji. Soon, so put this matter aside.

Glancing at the two of them, Deng Jiugong said: "Although the two of you did not go to the battlefield, you can stay in Chaoge to monitor Daji, and you have made some contributions. This king has always rewarded and punished you clearly, so I promoted you to partial generals, who are responsible for spying on the enemy. There may be objections to this position."

Although Deng Jiugong named Pingnan King, King Zhou did not take back his military talisman. He still has the ability to mobilize the whole country's soldiers and horses. With only two partial generals, he can completely call the shots.

The two were overjoyed and said, "Thank you King Pingnan!"

Being able to become a general was a pleasant surprise for Gao Ming and Gao Jue. After all, they knew their abilities well, and their ability to scout out information was unparalleled, but their ability to kill the enemy in battle was only average.King Pingnan knows how to use people well, this is really true.

"Okay, you guys go down, go to the barracks to report to General Ma Shan tomorrow morning."

Deng Jiugong waved his hands and asked the two to retreat. He would go to the palace to meet King Zhou later.

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After leaving Deng's mansion, Gao Jue asked Gao Ming: "Brother, what Yuan Hong entrusted to you is such a good opportunity just now, why didn't you mention it to King Pingnan?" Gao Ming turned a blind eye, which made him very puzzled.

Yuan Hongnai is the head of the seven monsters in Meishan, a white ape who has practiced Taoism for thousands of years, has great supernatural powers, high martial arts skills, fierce nature, and loves to kill.Because Meishan and Qipanshan live next to each other, Brother Gao Ming and the Seven Monsters of Meishan often communicate with each other, and they have a good friendship.

Gao Ming sighed: "Brother, Wang Pingnan just promoted us to be generals. How can we talk about this matter? Besides, Yuan Hong is different from the two of us. He is very capable, and he is also a general. There are six brothers under his command, but he is the leader. , itself is a force that should not be underestimated, how can such a person be taken seriously by ordinary officials. He asked me to help introduce him, not because he really wanted to defect to King Pingnan, but just to test the attitude of King Pingnan."

When Gao Jue heard this, he said angrily: "Brother, we have been friends with him for decades, and he uses you like this. This person is really hateful!"

Gao Ming said: "You can't blame him for this matter, but all those with high abilities are arrogant and arrogant. He was worried that he would not be reused if he voted for King Pingnan, so he was a little cautious. It's just that Yuan Hong is usually a monkey spirit, but in this matter The higher ups are confused."

"Brother, I don't know if Yuan Hong is not confused, but I am confused."

Gao Ming explained: "King Pingnan is such a character, he knows our brother's supernatural powers, and let us take charge of military affairs. He Yuan Hong is a person with real skills. If he sincerely seeks refuge, he will not be reused. It is the most hated thing for those in positions of power to hold the heart of a gentleman and sell it for a price. I did not introduce it for Yuan Hong, but it was actually for his own good."

Gao Jue suddenly realized: "Brother is more thoughtful in considering things. Should I go to Meishan and remind Yuan Hong?"

Gao Ming shook his head and said: "Yuan Hong is very self-confident, how could he listen to your advice, you may be asking for trouble if you go. Wait, wait until we gain a foothold in the military camp, then go to Meishan, and personally report As for how Yuan Hong chooses, that has nothing to do with us."

"Brother said very well."

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"Deng Qing, after getting rid of the nine-tailed fox, not only did I become energetic, but the atmosphere of the entire palace changed. It has been a long time since I felt this way."

After Daji's death, King Zhou's whole person changed, like waking up from a big dream, he became very concerned about the important affairs of the court, and often called Zhang Qian and Weizi to the palace to discuss important matters, and they talked in the middle of the night.This abnormal behavior made Weizi burst into tears, and bluntly said that the sky is a big business.

Deng Jiugong said: "The demonic atmosphere is an evil spirit. This kind of thing can not only affect people's spirit and engulf the mind, but it is also harmful to the growth of flowers and trees. The place covered by it will become gloomy and dark."

"Yes, that's exactly what it feels like."

King Zhou smiled and changed the subject: "Weizi suggested that the court send troops to attack Chongcheng, what does Aiqing think?"

For this matter, the three monarchs and ministers discussed several times in private, but no result was reached. The reason was that Zhang Qian and Wei Zi had different opinions, and King Zhou didn't know who to listen to for a while.

Deng Jiugong pondered and said: "Your Majesty, I think it is not appropriate to send troops, at least for ten years, it is not appropriate to send troops to crusade." King Zhou specially called himself to the palace to discuss this matter, and it seemed that he took his opinion very seriously.

King Zhou looked at him in surprise, and said: "Aiqing has made outstanding military exploits. He is a rare good general in the past and present. If you lead the army to attack, you will be able to succeed immediately. Why do you object to sending troops, and the Chong bandits are still powerful and domineering in northern Xinjiang."

Deng Jiugong said: "Your Majesty, the princes of the four towns are self-respecting, and they are at odds with the court. When my business is strong, they will be honest, regard your majesty as the master, and care about the affairs of the court. But once the national power is weak, they will be like wild animals. Like showing his fangs, he always wants to come up and take a bite, regards the righteousness of the monarchs and ministers as dung, and commits great rebellious things."

Seeing King Zhou nodding, Deng Jiugong continued: "The imperial court has used troops in Xiqi every year, which has caused great damage to the national power and lost its deterrent power to the eight hundred princes. If the army is aggressive, it will only make the already overwhelmed empire worse. Therefore, I oppose the use of troops. Nowadays, all businesses are waiting to be prospered, people are determined, and the top priority is to take advantage of the opportunity brought by the great victory in Donglu to cultivate and grow, accumulate food, wait for ten years to gather, and then deal with those princes who do not obey discipline."

For Deng Jiugong, the use of troops in northern Xinjiang at this time was the greatest loss, so he had to prevent this from happening no matter what.The opinions of civil and military officials are not important to him, as long as King Zhou is dealt with, the matter will be settled.

The words made King Zhou feel very happy, and he said: "Your words are very true, so we will not send troops to attack. It's just that Chongyingluan is very ambitious. If he follows Jiang Wenhuan and violates our border, it will not harm the people."

Deng Jiugong looked at King Zhou in surprise. What this foolish king has done for more than ten years has chilled the hearts of the people all over the world. Now it is a bit ridiculous to say such words that he cares about the people.

However, Deng Jiugong is very clear about the reasons for this. He did not despise King Zhou. If Daji hadn't been confused, King Zhou must have been a king with great achievements based on his performance at the beginning of his accession to the throne.

Deng Jiugong spoke frankly: "Your Majesty's words are very true. From what I have seen, if you don't guard against both kindness and power, first return the title of Beibohou to Chongyingluan, and then send someone to Chongcheng to tell you how powerful it is. If Chongyingluan is obsessed with it, It won't be too late for us to send troops to attack."

"What Aiqing said is true, then follow the strategy of combining kindness and might."

King Zhou pondered for a while, and finally made a final decision.

(End of this chapter)