The Infinite Heavens Run Away

Chapter 248 7.4 The arrival of Chen Gong, the conqueror of Yue
Chapter 7 I forged the soul of Han in the Three Kingdoms
7.4 Conquer Wang Yue and Chen Gong arrives

"So, we have completed our plan in the capital, and will soon be heading to Bingzhou to join the party and start our career?" Xiao Zhaonu disguised herself as a man and followed Deng Feng to pay the official purchase money, and asked a little excitedly.

"Thinking about the efficiency of work in this era, I dare not say." Deng Feng thought of what happened some time ago and really lacked confidence.

"Master, why don't you recruit more civil and military officials? What about Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, Jiang Qin and Zhou Tai? When we use them all, it will be easy to pacify the world!" After understanding what Deng Feng meant, Xiao Zhao finally calmed down, but then he remembered something else. one thing.

"I'm just a prefect, and I was bought. Why should people follow me? Otherwise, why do you think the people I'm looking for are people with little reputation and low background?" Deng Feng was annoyed. Gave her a blast.

"Aristocratic family!" Xiao Zhao has experienced all the major events of Deng Feng in the world of "Heroes", so he is naturally familiar with them. In fact, in the late Ming Dynasty, there were no real aristocratic families, mainly civil servants seeking death.

But during the Three Kingdoms era, the aristocratic family was a cancer for the entire world, and it was approaching its peak and would soon reach its peak (the Three Kingdoms, Jin, Southern and Northern Dynasties period).

It will take several centuries until they disappear (in the Sui and Tang Dynasties, it would take until the end of the Tang Dynasty and the Five Dynasties to truly deal with them).

"Ignore this for now, let's go find the great swordsman." Deng Feng thought of another thing, which was to understand the military situation of this era.In comparison, Wang Yue should be a very suitable reference.

"Sir, I remember that Wang Yue is a fan of officials. Maybe we can use him." Cheng Lingsu made another suggestion.

"What I'm saying is that although he has no leadership skills, if he is the leader of the personal guards, there must be no problem." Deng Feng thought the same way.

In fact, most martial arts masters have this common problem, that is, they have almost no other advantages except martial arts. If they want to be of great use, there is no place to arrange it, but if they are bodyguards, that is perfect.

"Will he agree?" Xiao Longnu frowned, not very confident about this.

She has the personality of a pure martial arts master. If it were her, she would never give up her free status in the world and insist on becoming a low-level official.

"Don't worry, Long'er. Although Wang Yue is also a master, his philosophy is not to have a martial arts atmosphere, but to 'learn martial arts well and bring goods to the emperor's family'. Or perhaps it would be more appropriate to call him an official fan." Deng Feng took him over with a smile. My lover took a sip.

"Then let's go." It was Xiao Zhao who was running around so actively.

"Young Master, please bring the ghost girl over. It's not good if there are too many people." Cheng Lingsu stopped the little fox with a smile, "With the Young Master's status, there is no need to take people like Wang Yue too seriously."

"That's fine." Deng Feng recognized Cheng Lingsu's intention and turned around to go out with Xiao Zhao.As for Xiao Longnu, Deng Feng didn't even need to ask, because after hearing Deng Feng's plan, she continued back to the inner room and started practicing.

Dongdu, Sword Master Martial Arts School.

There is no doubt that Wang Yue is recognized as the number one master in the entire capital. On the surface, he can even compete for the title of "the best master in the world", but this does not mean that he has a high status. You can see it from the martial arts gym.

On the one hand, the martial arts hall is located at the junction of Nancheng and Dongcheng. The so-called "rich in the east, noble in the west, noble in the south, poor in the north and humble", except for the imperial city in the center, the rest is roughly distributed like this.

The sword master's martial arts gym is located at the approximate intersection of the slum area and the rich area, not even close to the aristocratic area of ​​Xicheng.

On the other hand, not only the location, but also the condition of the martial arts studio is not that good. The area is indeed not small, and the shouts and shouts of the disciples inside while practicing martial arts can be heard from the outside.

But looking at the peeling outer wall, the grassy roof, and the severely weathered floor tiles, you can tell that Wang Yue has little money and lacks the ability to even maintain the martial arts gym's infrastructure.

In this case, although this is recognized as the "number one martial arts gym", the actual situation can be imagined.

Apart from anything else, most of the disciples inside are low-ranking children who are descendants of wealthy families or direct descendants. Children of nobles with higher family backgrounds, even if they practice martial arts, they have their own inheritance or family-raised masters. There is no need to go to Wang Yue. here.

"Please inform me that the Shangdang Prefect is visiting the sword master." When Deng Feng arrived at the gate, he found that there were only two disciples on duty at the gate. Thinking about it, with Wang Yue's reputation, there was really no need to arrange too many people.

"Sir, please wait a moment. I will report to you soon." Although I don't understand why this man who claims to be the Shangdang Grand Administrator only has one person with him, and he is still a female, but the two of them are obviously dressed too much, which is not the case. There will be no "pretending to be cool" problem.

"Excuse me, sir, please come here in person, the more polite you are!" In less than 3 minutes, a man who looked to be less than forty, but whose beard and hair were already gray, came over with a sword.After seeing Deng Feng, he took the initiative to salute with clasped fists.

This was Deng Feng's first close contact with Wang Yue. Last time, he only scanned him with his mental power and didn't even see his appearance clearly.

Judging from the inquiries, he is nearly fifty years old and is considered an "elderly" by the standards of this era. He seems to be in good condition just because of his martial arts skills.

But in Deng Feng's mental induction, the great swordsman's body had reached its limit. The hidden injury had not occurred for the time being, but it would be less than ten years at most. If he fought with others again, it would be difficult to recover once he was injured.

In other words, Deng Feng's idea of ​​using him to figure out the general situation of the current military force could only be aborted.

Looking at his attitude now, he is still facing Deng Feng, the self-proclaimed prefect. It seems that the term "official fan" is really not an insult to him.

But it doesn't matter, that's what Deng Feng wants. If he has no desires and desires like Xiao Longnu, and has no hobbies except practicing, then it will be really difficult to handle.

"To be fair to the swordsman, Deng is a prefect and will take up his post soon. It's just that being an official is different from usual. There is always someone around to do things. I have asked the imperial court for permission and transferred some talents from elsewhere to learn from him. scholar.

The rest is fine, except for the lack of a personal commander, and I wonder if the swordsman is willing to give in. "Deng Feng didn't beat around the bush. When everyone sat down in the living room, he spoke his thoughts directly.

"This" Wang Yue was a little confused. He didn't expect this adult to be so direct, and he didn't react for a while.

"Sword masters don't have to force them. I have always respected masters like sword masters. If there is any difficulty, feel free to tell me." Deng Feng opened his mouth and blocked the escape route.

"No, no, no, my lord has misunderstood." Wang Yue's official-obsessed nature exploded immediately, and he hurriedly explained, "Of course I don't have any objections, but I still have a few incompetent disciples in my hands. I'm afraid they will cause trouble if I leave them in the capital. I wonder if it’s convenient for you, sir?”

"Well -" Deng Feng pondered for a moment deliberately. In fact, he almost broke his belly laughing. He was having a headache how to train troops when someone sent the junior officers over.

But he still saw Wang Yue's expression becoming increasingly unbearable. After half a cup of tea, he picked up the tea cup and took a sip. "It's okay. I'm a new official after all. It's easier to talk to me if I have more people under my command."

"Thank you for your understanding!" Wang Yue's expression was ecstatic, and Deng Feng could clearly feel that many people at the door breathed a sigh of relief. It seemed that everyone was very interested in becoming an official.

"In this case, swordsman, don't worry. I haven't received a direct appointment yet. It will probably take more than a month before I can set off. You can make arrangements." To be honest, Deng Feng actually didn't have much confidence in this issue.

Just based on the urine characteristics of the first two times, more than a month is already a relatively ideal speed.

"Of course, my lord, if you please, my subordinates will arrange everything as quickly as possible, and you will be under my lord's command!" Wang Yue even changed his title.

Deng Feng shook his head in his heart, but he could only endure it.

Wang Yue actually doesn't have much value anymore. Although his martial arts is indeed very good, his physical condition determines that he is now a "disposable item".

In the future, even if he has the title of "commander of personal soldiers", his main purpose should actually be as "teacher of martial arts in the martial arts hall", specializing in teaching some relatively quick moves to the grassroots officers who are being trained.

Another point is that those young disciples under him are all the best candidates for low-level military officers, otherwise Deng Feng really has no interest in keeping him.

After the arrangements were made, Deng Feng returned to the inn, but this time he reserved a small courtyard specially prepared by the inn, and he would stay here for the rest of the time.On the one hand, it is really annoying to stay in the guest room, on the other hand, it is convenient for foreign exchanges.

Not to mention anything else, Wang Yue moved in with his two personal disciples on the third day and took on the responsibility of bodyguards.On the other hand, the court's response was even slower than Deng Feng's, even though Deng Feng gave Zhang Rang his second confession only seven days later.

What Deng Feng didn't expect was that instead of waiting for the formal appointment, a person he asked Queen He to help call arrived first, the former Zhongmu County Prime Minister - Chen Gong.

"Wuyang Chen Gong, I have met Mr. Ming." Chen Gong bowed very politely, but Deng Feng was a little helpless, because his title was "Ming Gong", which is also "boss", and it did not symbolize the "Lord" who was devoted to death. ".

"Haha, I've heard about Gongtai's name for a long time, and today I met you. As the saying goes, it's better to meet than to be famous!" In any case, Deng Feng had better accept it first, otherwise he really wouldn't know how to govern a place.

"Ming Gong is so complimentary." Chen Gong's attitude has not changed at all. He is still neither humble nor arrogant. No wonder he has never been liked in the original work. "Gong came to see Ming Gong today, naturally because of the imperial court's order, but also I want to know Mr. Ming’s thoughts.”

I'm just here to see you for court reasons. If you can't satisfy me, I'm not interested in serving you.

"The public TV station doesn't mind if I bought my position?" Deng Feng was very curious about this.

"In today's world, who dares to say that his position was not bought." Chen Gong sighed, obviously thinking of the reason why Deng Feng bought the position.

"Haha, very good. Deng likes the straightforwardness of Gongtai." At least such a person can feel at ease when using it.

When Emperor Ling of the Han Dynasty sold his official position, he did not complete all the systems in one step, but advanced them step by step in a selective manner.

In the beginning, they only sold some foreign officials and small officials, then the big ones were also sold, and then all the high-ranking officials dared to sell them. In the end, no matter who became an official, they had to pay money, even if it was a normal promotion and adjustment, they had to pay enough money to be able to do so. Taking office, including some famous and capable ministers who are famous all over the world.

Moreover, it was extremely expensive, basically 2000 times the annual income of a normal official. For example, the eunuch bought by Deng Feng usually had an annual salary of two thousand stone, so the price would be [-] million yuan, and it would be adjusted according to the actual situation.

For example, good places will be more expensive, and bad places will be cheaper. He even runs a market in the palace, and he is really good at doing business.

Under this situation, there is really nothing wrong with what Chen Gong said.

"Ming Gong hasn't said anything about his future plans yet." Chen Gong remained straightforward.

"To be honest, I haven't thought about how to do it, nor do I think I have the ability to do it well." Deng Feng's words made Chen Gong's face change drastically, "So, I found you."

"Huh?" Chen Gong was a little confused about what Deng Feng meant, "Ming Gong means that from now on, all the work of managing the party will be left to me?"

"The eunuch is also called the sheriff. The envoys below and the magistrates are given to you too early, so you can feel wronged. First, you will be the chief bookkeeper and have full power to manage the administrative affairs of Shangdang County. Is it okay?" Deng Feng said with a smile.

"Then what is Mr. Ming going to do?" If it were an ordinary person, he would have already been ordered to thank him at this time, but Chen Gong still chose to continue asking.

"Without the corresponding military foundation, anything I say as a county guard is nonsense, so I also asked the court to transfer a group of generals. I will lead them to reorganize the county soldiers. When will I have a reliable military support in my hands?" , when will we talk about the work?"

For Deng Feng, or for most Chinese people, "Political power emerges from the barrel of a gun" is a truth engraved in the bone marrow and even in the DNA, and will never be forgotten at any time.

"In that case, I accept the order and thank Duke Minggong for his trust." Deng Feng was helpless about this, because his title was still Duke Minggong instead of lord.

"Okay, then I will give you the first task, which is to collect the basic information of Shangdang County, including human relations, world affairs, big families, big businessmen, special products, minerals, etc., and whether there are bandits or bandits, and whether there are bandits or bandits. How big, which one needs cleaning the most, and which one can take a while.

I will give you three days to repair. After three days, you will go to the district party in advance to complete the above work. When I arrive, you will tell me the results - Girl Ling, bring five gold bars over. This is your fund. If it is not enough, go ahead. I will reimburse you for it. "

This is actually Deng Feng's test for Chen Gong. After all, the original work is just a legend, so it needs to be confirmed in person.

"I accept your order!" Chen Gong simply saluted and accepted, because he also saw what Deng Feng meant.

Immediately afterwards, Cheng Lingsu brought a linen purse containing five gold bars weighing one pound and handed it to Deng Feng. Just because there were foreign guests present, she specially wore a veil of the same color as her clothes.

Deng Feng took it without even looking at it, and handed it to Chen Gong, which surprised the direct minister. Of course, it was not just about the money.

"Are you relying on women to manage affairs tomorrow?" Chen Gong's expression was very dissatisfied.

"Why, the public looks down on women?" Deng Feng asked with a smile.

"The Master said, it is difficult to raise a villain with a woman." Chen Gong looked serious, "If you want to succeed in your career, you can't be obsessed with women."

"Girl Ling, show me to Master Chen." Deng Feng shook his head with a smile and pointed at Cheng Lingsu's sword.

"Qiang——" The sword light flashed, and Chen Gong only heard a voice. Cheng Lingsu had already sheathed the sword again.But the bag of gold bars in his hand had been cut into two pieces. The original five gold bars were divided into ten even pieces, and all the gold bars fell on the ground into a small pile.

More importantly, Chen Gong actually knows martial arts. He has always claimed to be a master of swordsmanship. He always carries a sword with him. But now, he only heard the sound of metal friction, but Cheng Lingsu completed the sword draw and cut off. Gold bar, three steps to sheath the sword.

This is the simplest understanding, because he didn't see her sword moves clearly at all. If this turned into a life-and-death fight, it meant that he would die if he was not even qualified to fight in the hands of a woman!
"This-" Chen Gong looked at Cheng Lingsu in disbelief, his eyes already straight.

This was very rude, but he really couldn't help it, because he didn't notice until this moment that the girl was wearing a sword on the left side of her waist. It was just because the scabbard and hilt were the same color as her clothes. He didn't notice it at all just now. come out.

"How's it going? Do you still think I'm obsessed with beauty?" Although Chen Gong just said it very directly, when it comes to specific matters, he still changed to a more euphemistic way, "You must have also inquired about my reputation. Yes, our family is all practitioners.

Among the four concubines, I would rather call them 'Junior Sisters' for three of them.By the way, Ling Yatou’s skills rank second to last in our family, just a little better than the youngest one. She is mainly proficient in medicine. "

"You shouldn't judge people by their appearance!" Chen Gong apologized to Cheng Lingsu sincerely, and Ling Yatou also smiled and bowed down to the Wanfu gift. She had read the original work of "Three Kingdoms" and had a good impression of this loyal minister with ideals and ambitions.

"Okay, don't worry about the public broadcaster. After all, the world is like this. As long as you do your job well, you don't have to worry about much else." Deng Feng just took the opportunity to make a few points, and didn't really want to drive him away. "Little fox, come over with the money bag."

Chen Gong took the new money bag Qingfeng gave him and carefully packed all the gold bars on the ground and hung them around his waist.

"Aren't you worried about me running away with my money? This money is really a huge amount, more than all my property. It's enough for me to buy a good property in a relatively remote place." Chen Gong said One last question.

"Then just pray that I fail. If I succeed in the future, I will promise the world that whoever kills you will get double the money and all the properties you bought.

By the way, this little money is nothing in my eyes. "Deng Feng pretended to be cool on the way.

"Chen Gong takes his leave."

PS: Chen Gong's official position at this time was not found, but according to the situation at the time, it was reasonable for him to work as a subordinate of the county magistrate in Zhongmu for a period of time.

(End of this chapter)