The First Great Ancestor of the Five Dynasties

Chapter 43: Giving Zhao Da some guidance

After drinking a glass of wine, the two of them laughed and became more familiar with each other, and the previous unpleasantness was forgotten.

Old Shi glanced sideways at Zhu Xiu, with a black face and a proud look on his face. Brat, now you know that our Old Historian family is not simple, right?
Zhu Xiu secretly pouted and cupped his hands to show respect and admiration.

Zhu Xiu also understood what Zhao Kuangyin meant.

Zhao Kuangyin was worried that even if he successfully voted under Guo Wei's account, he would not get Guo Wei's attention.

The commander of an army is responsible for about [-] to [-] soldiers and horses. It may seem that the authority is not high, but if you do not have a family background and rely solely on military merit, it is still difficult to achieve this position in two years.

Zhao Kuangyin wanted to spend two years to prove his ability and get rid of his father's control. This was his anxiety.

Zhu Xiu rolled her eyes and suddenly said: "Brother Zhao, have you ever heard of Chai Rong and Chai Yashuai?"

Zhao Kuangyin said: "I have heard that he was originally Guo Shuai's nephew. He defected to the Guo family since he was a child and was adopted by Guo Shuai as his adopted son. Now he is the commander of the Tianxiong Army."

Zhu Xiu smiled and said: "To be fair, Brother Zhao, my younger brother is now serving as a marching staff officer under Marshal Chai Ya. Marshal Shi Jie and I came from Cangzhou, and we were stationed in Cangzhou City with the Tianxiong Army."

"Oh? Brother Xian actually serves under the Tianxiong Army?"

Zhao Kuangyin clasped his fists and was a little surprised. Although the Tianxiong Army was not as powerful as before, it was still one of the strongest combat forces under Guo Shuai.

At such a young age, Zhu Xiu was able to win the favor of Chai Rong and become his subordinate. Either he had a prominent family background or he had some ability.

Haozhou Zhu family?Zhao Kuangyin thought about it carefully, but he had never heard of it.

Is there really something special about this young man?
"Haha, Chai Yashuai has been kind to me for saving my life. I just accept his kindness and eat for a living." Zhu Xiu smiled modestly, with a very low posture.

Shi Kuangwei looked suspicious, feeling that Zhu Xiaozi was acting strange in front of Zhao Dalang. When had he ever seen him so humble and polite?

Zhu Xiu added: "Chai Yashuai led the Tianxiong Army to guard Cangzhou, repulsed the Khitan King Yongkang's army several times, and protected the safety of tens of thousands of people in Cangzhou. Chai Yashuai is a hero of the world, a dragon and a phoenix among people, and he is the one who seeks talents. When you are thirsty, why don't Brother Zhao go to Cangzhou to surrender to him?"

"This" Zhao Kuangyin hesitated, "I have never thought about it."

Zhu Xiu continued to confuse: "Brother Zhao, just imagine, Guo Shuai is indeed famous all over the world, but because of his great reputation, if he wants to join Guo Shuai, there will be as many people who stand out as crucian carp crossing the river! Among them, there are many people with noble family backgrounds. There is no shortage of truly knowledgeable people!

Brother Zhao has great ambitions. If he joins Guo Shuai, he will surely win Guo Shuai's favor with his ability, and he will become a general in the future.It's just that Brother Zhao wants to be the commander of the first army within two years. If he doesn't have the help to pave the way, he may not have enough time.

It's better to find another way and vote under the command of Chai Shuai and Tianxiong Army, maybe it will have miraculous effects!The Tianxiong Army is Guo Shuai's direct line of soldiers, and Chai Shuai is in charge of the Tianxiong Army for the first time. It is the time for employing people. With Brother Zhao's ability, he will surely be able to rise to the top soon!Chai Shuai knows how to use people well, and he will never bury a talent like Brother Zhao! "

Zhao Kuangyin pondered, lost in thought, and Zhu Xiu's words moved him.

Chai Rong is Guo Wei's adopted son, and being under Chai Rong's command is equivalent to being under Guo Shuai's command.

The important thing is that under Chai Rong, the competition is less intense than if he stayed with Guo Wei, and there are more opportunities to stand out.

Zhu Xiu poured some crude tea to moisten his throat, and said in a low voice with a sneaky look: "There is one more thing, brother Zhao must not forget. Guo Shuai has now been promoted to deputy privy envoy. It has never been the practice for the privy council envoy to directly command the army. From now on, Perhaps Guo Shuai will gradually separate himself from military power.”

"My virtuous brother's wishes." Zhao Kuangyin frowned, his eyes met with Zhu Xiu's, and they understood instantly.

Guo Wei is a confidant of the official family, and even a veteran and important minister of the imperial court. He was promoted to the Privy Council envoy.

The Privy Council controls military aircraft and has the power to mobilize troops but cannot directly command them. The generals of the Imperial Army and the Jiedushi directly command troops but have no right to mobilize troops without authorization. This is the way of mutual checks and balances.

Nominally speaking, the Privy Council is more inclined to civilian officials who have control over military aircraft. They serve as the emperor's military advisers and assist the emperor in making military decisions and deployments.

If the purpose of joining Guo Wei at this moment is to gain military power and directly get the opportunity to lead troops in war, to be honest, it is not cost-effective.

Zhao Kuangyin realized this and woke up: "If brother Xian hadn't reminded me, I really wouldn't have thought of this level! Thank you, brother!"

"Brother Zhao, you're welcome!" Zhu Xiu humbly handed over his hand.

Shi Kuangwei kept a close eye on Zhu Xiu, his eyes becoming more and more fiery. The more he watched, the more he admired and loved him, and the more reluctant he was to let him go.
Lao Shi sighed inwardly, I don’t know how Zhu Xiaozi grew up, but at such a young age, he was like those old foxes, able to see everything in the court clearly.

Zhao Kuangyin calmed down, pondered for a long while, and said: "Everything my brother said is reasonable, but, it's just that I and Chai Yashuai have never seen each other, and they rushed to work, wouldn't it be a bit abrupt?"

Zhu Xiu laughed and said cheerfully: "This matter is easy to handle. I will write a divorce letter immediately. When Brother Zhao goes to Cangzhou, he will be greeted by Chai Yashuai. Yashuai knows your intention and will treat you well!"

"My virtuous brother as the intermediary introducer?"

Zhao Kuangyin was stunned for a moment and then shut up.Shi Kuangwei said sourly: "Brother Zhao, don't underestimate this brat. He is the guest of Chai Yashuai and the treasure of Tianxiong Army. Chai Yashuai and Tianxiong Army have done a good job in defending the city, thanks to this boy's help! He helps you It will definitely come in handy to write this letter of recommendation!”

"Oh?" Zhao Kuangyin was even more surprised and doubtful. He didn't expect that Zhu Xiu had such a status in the Tianxiong Army!

Where did this young man come from?
Zhu Xiu smiled slightly, without explaining, and asked for paper and pen from the store, polished it on the spot, and wrote a eloquent letter of introduction, praising Zhao Kuangyin as the only one in the sky and no one on the earth. He was comparable to Zhou Bo and Li Ji in the world. The generals and talents!

"How can Brother Fool dare to accept such praise from the wise brother? I feel ashamed~~~ But the words written by the wise brother are really strong and eye-catching!"

Zhao Kuangyin took the letter and browsed it over, his face turned red and a little hot.

Zhao Dalang, who is in his early twenties, is still a simple and honest young man with aspirations. Facing the praise throughout the article, he is a little embarrassed and embarrassed to accept it.

Zhu Xiu said without changing her expression: "Brother Zhao's words are wrong! Every sentence written by my younger brother comes from the heart! These are just the true portrayal of Brother Zhao! A Qilin talent like Brother Zhao who is literary, Taoist and military, No words can truly describe it!"

"My dear brother, you are so complimentary! Your foolish brother is ashamed of himself!"

Zhao Kuangyin's breathing became rapid and his face turned red. No one had ever praised him like this since he was a child.

The old mage from Faxiang Temple outside Xiangyang City only gave him the comment that "he is a leader among people, and may be a hero in his lifetime".

Shi Kuangwei's face turned dark, disgusted, and he curled his lips in disdain.

He didn't know whether Zhao Kuangyin was talented or not, but Zhu Xiaozi was definitely a shameless person!
Immediately, Zhao Kuangyin asked the shopkeeper named Kang to serve more wine and meat, filled the table, and drank and ate with Zhu Xiushi Kuangwei until late at night.

Zhao Kuangyin booked two more rooms in the mansion where he stayed, and let Zhu Xiu and Shi Kuangwei rest.

Early the next morning, the three of them said goodbye outside Mingzhou City.

"Shi Jieshuai and Zhu Xiandi, please stay. I'm leaving!"

Zhu Xiu smiled and saluted: "From now on, when Brother Zhao is promoted, the younger brother will have to take care of him!"

Zhao Kuangyin smiled and said: "Brother Yu will never forget the recommendation of my virtuous brother! From now on, you and I are not only colleagues, but also robes, and we should be brothers!"

"Haha~ Big brother, please accept my bow!"

Zhu Xiu's face was full of joy and she bowed deeply.

"Brother, please wake up quickly!"

Zhao Kuangyin hurriedly helped him up, and patted him on the shoulder: "My dear brother is going to Haozhou to look for relatives, be careful in everything, go early and return early, brother Yu will wait for you in Yedu in the future!"

Zhu Xiu grinned and nodded heavily.

There is one more incense love, so that when he comes back from running away in the future and asks Chai Rong for forgiveness, he may have one more person to intercede for him.

Although the south is stable, it has no future after all. For the long term, he will still have to find a way to return to the Central Plains Dynasty in the future.

"Farewell!" Zhao Kuangyin got on his horse, clasped his fists, swung his whip and leaped northward, galloping all the way, all the way.

Zhu Xiu looked from afar, the corners of his mouth curled up involuntarily, and his brows raised.

In 947 AD, the autumn of the 12th year of Tianfu of the Han Dynasty.

I met a young man named Zhao Kuangyin in Mingzhou. With a conversation and a letter of introduction, I pointed out the path for his confused life. Here, he will start a new life and become a legend!
And I am about to embark on the road south
Zhu Xiu slightly squinted her eyes, put her hands behind her back, let the rustling autumn wind blow her clothes, and fully enjoyed this great moment where history and time intersect.
Suddenly, Zhu Xiu felt a chill running down her spine. When she turned her head, she found Shi Kuangwei staring straight at him with an indescribable and strange look that seemed ambiguous, sinister, and cruel.

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In an instant, Zhu Xiu felt cold all over and was a little frightened. She pretended to be calm and said: "We are already close at hand, let's get on the road as soon as possible!"

Shi Kuangwei opened his mouth and touched the short, hard head. The scar on the top of his skull was a bit ferocious.

"Yes, it's important to hurry up, let's go!"

Zhu Xiu watched him riding forward and quickly climbed onto the gray donkey. He crossed his legs and urged the gray donkey to follow.

I always feel that Lao Shi is a little strange today, with a preoccupied look.

(End of this chapter)