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Chapter 369 Unexpected Harvest 2

"There is a slave in the warrior camp who is responsible for leading the expedition this time. During a sneak attack on a tribal camp in Jiannu, he accidentally discovered... a border man who looked somewhat similar to Long Live Lord, so he quietly led him On board.”

Zhang Ran didn't dare to stand up completely, mainly because there were some offensive content in the description. For example, the slaves or captives were very similar to the emperor, and they were ready to kneel down and beg for mercy at any time.

"What does it mean to be somewhat similar? What I want is that the fake can be confused with the real one. Tell me honestly, how similar is it?" Hong Tao simply stood up and walked around the imperial book case, came to Zhang Ran and squatted down.

"I have seen it with my own eyes. After being cleaned and put on Long Live Lord's regular clothes, it should be nine points in the eyes of outsiders." Zhang Ran quickly changed from a squatting position to a kneeling position, and lowered his voice.

"...What's one point left?" Hearing this, Hong Tao was already ecstatic, but his expression didn't change.

"Of course it's Long Live Lord's anger that swallows up mountains and rivers. That guy can't pretend no matter how hard he pretends."

"Fuck your grandma... Where is this person now? Has anyone seen him?" Even though Hong Tao was thick-skinned, he was disgusted by this flattery. Return to the damn Longwei. Excessive praise is just a curse!

In terms of appearance and demeanor, more than half of the ministers in the court were more dignified than him. Even Wang An, standing aside, looked thick-browed. The genetics of Lao Zhu's family are really not good. After so many generations of crossbreeding, the characteristics of adze head and high cheekbones have not been completely improved.

"My personal attendant is a sensible person. After discovering the man, he covered his head and face with a cloak and blocked his mouth. He stayed in the cabin day and night without rest or sleep all the way. It was not until Tianjin Guards notified the slave to pick him up. From the beginning to the end, there were only two People have seen its true face!”

When making this explanation, Zhang Ran's breath could not help but tremble a little. If the emperor is a ruthless person and is afraid that the matter will spread, it is not impossible to kill him and his followers. This time it was all about taking risks, betting that the emperor would not be too harsh on his subordinates, and trying to win big.

"...Well, is there any quiet place in this palace?" Hong Tao stood up, took two steps, and suddenly asked.

"Uh... I think that if you want to avoid being detected by outsiders and be able to teach at any time, Xiyuan Qiongdao is the most convenient place. As long as you send people to guard the bridge, and the food and drink expenses are sent in by special personnel, it will be in vain even if some people are suspicious." Zhang Ran immediately understood and made a suggestion after a little thought.

"...Well, let's do it like this. The Empress Dowager is right. The smell on Qiong Island is a bit unpleasant, and it is also dangerous to mix poisons in the palace. You sent people to seal the bridge and guard it day and night. No If I come to the island in person, I will ask you for help.

Wang Chengen told the Cuju team not to go near Qiongdao in the future and to reopen chemistry classes and laboratories at the foot of Long live Mountain. Go ask Liuguangzhai if the flat glass I want is available. Ask the palace supervisor to stop using open tiles and seal the laboratory windows with glass.

Okay, bring me what I want, and talk about the expansion of the Warrior Battalion, the recent battles into Liaodong, and the movements of the Mongols in the north. The trees want to be quiet but the wind doesn't stop. After all, Liaodong is a big problem. "

Just as he was about to discuss the specific details of how to train the stand-in, there were faint footsteps outside, and Wang Chengen was back. Hong Tao immediately changed his tone and gave orders while pacing, as if he was arranging work for Zhang Ran.

"Long live Lord, please read this. This is the battle report of the Warrior Battalion's entry into Liaodong. This is the report of General Du and Governor Sun on Jianlu and Beilu." Zhang Ran also took out several memorials from his arms as if nothing had happened, and followed the steps step by step. reporting on work.

"Who has more credit, Bai Cong or Liu Yi?" Hong Tao first picked up the battle report of the Warrior Camp, flipped through two pages and asked. "Ruolun Li Jinzhong deserves the most credit..." Zhang Ran understood and pointed out the person who found the substitute.

"...whose disciple is this person?" Upon hearing this name, the emperor suddenly froze his body movements, slowly raised his face, and frowned slightly.

"Uh... this person was recommended to the Royal Horse Prison in the fifth year of Jingyang by the king's seal!"

Although the emperor's glance made him feel a little panicked, Zhang Ran still answered truthfully about Li Jinzhong's origins. The emperor's tacit consent for him and Wang An to place each other's confidants in the Li Jian and the Royal Horse Jian was tacitly approved by the emperor. There was no need to hide it, and there was no taboo.

"How was your performance?" The emperor put down the memorial in his hand and continued to ask, as if he was quite interested in this person.

"... He has some martial arts skills, is proficient in bow and horse, is very clever, and is willing to work hard to learn. The most important thing is to be loyal to Lord Long Live. When doing things, he always puts Lord Long Live at the forefront."

But the very simple question made Zhang Ran hesitate. The main reason was that he couldn't figure out the emperor's intention. Did he want to reuse him or kill someone to silence him? If you want to be important, then you have to boast more, after all, you are your subordinate now. If you want to silence them, you have to suffer one loss. After all, you followed Wang An in the first place.

After much thought, I decided to take the safest path. The emperor said more than once, and indeed did so, that mistakes can be tolerated but deception cannot be tolerated.

Now if you want to sit securely and live a long time in the palace, it is no longer easy to rely on being warm and bullying. You must change your thinking, keep pace with the times, and seek truth from facts. Otherwise, if you don’t protect everything, you will be reported by a young eunuch around you one day, and then you will die without a burial place.

"Well, that's good. I am short of thoughtful and loyal people around me. Wang An has too many things to do. Let him go to Dongchang to practice for a period of time. If available, let Dongchang be managed."

The emperor finally expressed his position. It was a blessing rather than a curse. Not only was there a reward, it was also very big. He directly became Wang An's assistant. As long as he can perform well, he will soon become the actual leader of Dongchang.

"... This slave first thanks Lord Long Live for his kindness!" Zhang Ran obviously didn't expect such a result. He was stunned for a moment before remembering to kowtow to express his gratitude.

"There are no weak soldiers under a strong general. You have done a good job in this matter. In the past two years, the money has been a little more abundant. Let's merge the Fourth Guards Battalion into the Warrior Battalion and train them together. There will always be more usable people around. That’s right, I’m going to have to work hard on you.”

This subtle change in expression did not escape the emperor's eyes. Zhang Ran's reaction was normal. The rapid promotion of subordinates was also a threat to the leader. This is easy to handle. Now you don’t have to worry about running out of work. If you are willing to seize power, then do more.

If one warrior battalion is not enough for you, add a four-guard battalion and become the commander of the strongest armed forces around the emperor in one fell swoop. He is basically on an equal footing with Wang An in both civil and military affairs. Isn’t it fun?

"I will do my best and never let you down!" Obviously, Zhang Ran didn't feel tired and was enjoying himself. He immediately kowtowed with gratitude on his face.

(End of this chapter)