Brutal touch

Chapter 7: Changing course, the Six Surnames are back, and a gap arises between the ten philosophers
  Chang Zhong asked a few of his confidants to send the Fourth Young Master back to his house, and then went to sleep without mentioning it. The Fourth Young Master thought that Tong Ma had used his strength to break Qi and was no longer drunk. The waiters at the Fourth Young Master's house helped the Fourth Young Master change his clothes and rest. Changzhong slept for a while and woke up. It was already dark. He didn't know how long it had been. Hearing that Gong Zhao hadn't come back yet, he sent a confidant to the Prime Minister's Mansion to urge Gong Zhao to come back.

After hearing this, his confidants did not dare to delay, and rushed to the Prime Minister's Mansion and told his disciples what Changzhong had said to urge Gong Zhao. The servant agreed and arranged for the visitor to have tea and dinner below. He conveyed the visitor's message to the chamberlain and asked the chamberlain to find an opportunity to report to the public. Here Nanbuwen and Gongzhao, Buji and the Lord of Jiangcheng had a meal before drinking Toufen tea. Nanbuwen sat at the top, Gongzhao sat at the bottom, Buji and the Lord of Jiangcheng sat at the bottom. He often stands beside Nan Buwen, ready to serve. The waiter served tea for the second time. Gong Zhaoxian and everyone took a sip and said: "Nan Buwen, I know you have difficulties regarding the Six Surnames, so I won't say more. It's just that if something like this happens, I'm afraid that Six Surnames will no longer stand with us in the future. ." Nan Buwen pondered for a long time and said: "That's it. It's pointless to talk about why. It's just that Shizhe's absence is the most important thing. I'm afraid we can't pick anyone here now, Tongma, Tongma It’s not necessarily that Kui’s side won’t recommend them, it would be easy if we use some means to prevent them from being selected, but the day of the great battle is approaching, and it’s not an option to do it with half the effort by having only one person empty.”

"Teacher, the current situation of touching the country cannot be maintained without relying on the Shengsheng Formation. At the moment, I am afraid it is still necessary to complete the ten philosophies first. The student always feels that Tongma and the others will nominate the six surnames again in a few days." Gee asked.

The Lord of Jiangcheng City answered and said: "What is this? Did Shi Zhe ask someone to come out? Besides, something like this happened today, how could Tongma and the others open their mouths to recommend it? Even if Tongma doesn't want this old face, the six surnames How can I see my mentor and the other ten philosophers again? Even if these two people can spare their efforts, the six surnames become the ten philosophers as they wish. After defeating the six surnames with boulders, the details of the six surnames are revealed. Now I am afraid that any one of the ten philosophers If they all win over the six surnames, then this Ten Philosophers are just accompanying the last one, and in the future they will only echo what they say. Is such a Ten Philosophers worth fighting for?"

"The ten wise men at the bottom are also ten wise men. Buji's words just now are not unreasonable. If you don't guard against Tongma's hand, you will inevitably be controlled by others." Gongzhao said.

"What's going on outside?" Nan Buwen suddenly asked.

The waiter outside replied through the door: "Return to Mr. Xiangguo. Mr. Gongzhao's residence is being urged by the young master Chang Zhong to come back."

"We are happily gathering together today, but since it is already so late, you must be tired too, so you can go away today." Nan Buwen said.

"What about the by-election of Shizhe?" Buji asked.

"Let's choose another day to discuss. I don't think Tongma and the others will move that fast. You still have national affairs on your hands, so national affairs are the most important thing." Bu Ji saw Nan Bu heard this and said nothing else. Xiang Nan Buwen saluted. Nan Buwen sent the three people to the door of the Prime Minister's Mansion. Buji and the Lord of Jiangcheng persuaded them for a long time before they were sent out of the alley.

Nan Buwen stood in front of the Prime Minister's Mansion for a long time, until the three people's carriages and horses gradually became blurry, then he sighed and leaned against the door frame not knowing what to do. Nan Yichang said: "Father, I just asked the servants at home to cook a few dishes. Let's eat first." Nan Buwen sighed: "The table is not full, so please call first."

Nan Buwen, father and son, set up a table in the study. The waiter brought four-color dishes and three sets of bowls and chopsticks. Nan Yi saw that Nan Buwen moved his chopsticks and ate some. When Nan Buwen saw Nan Yi, he refused to eat. He just put on a face and said to Nan Yichang: "Did you see that there is someone here who doesn't like to eat? I'll ask the kitchen to get the one who hunted General Zhennan." The pheasant was steamed and served to him." Nan Yixian had just softened in color. Nan Yichang asked: "Father, I heard that troops are going to be used against the South again. Is it true?"

"You are quite well informed. It has already been decided at eight or nine points. It will probably be after the big meeting. There will be several big wars." Nan Buwen said.

Nan Yichang said, "I can't say that I am well-informed. The country has been in peace for a long time, and people's hearts are floating. It is inevitable that several wars will be needed. The supervisors should recommend them from us." Nan Buwen nodded, "In this case, I will There are a few cautious candidates to recommend." Nan Yixian answered: "In that case, I would also like to recommend them." "Military and national affairs can also be joked about?" Nan Yichang said. "You can recommend me, why can't I? Could it be that you are cleaner than me?" Nan Yixian said.

"You don't have to argue. The candidates to supervise the army have been decided a long time ago. This time, the Fourth Young Master will be sent." Nan Buwen said.

"Dad, if the children are running wild, how can we just do this?" Nan Yichang leaned over and said.

"What Nan Qin said may not be all children's jokes. After thinking about it carefully, it makes some sense." Nan Buwen said.

"Father, even if there is a great truth, the Fourth Young Master can't do anything to Tongma Tongkui if he can't practice Qi? There is also the matter of the Golden and Silver Palace, he and Tong Kui may not have anything to do with each other. We recommended the Fourth Young Master , the Fourth Young Master either opened the door to kill the thief or used the supervisor's errand to cause trouble in the Gold and Silver Palace, which actually embarrassed us." Nan Yichang said. "I know more about the royal family than you do. The Fourth Young Master is not like that." Nan Buwen said.

"Listen!" Nan Yichang shouted to Nan Yixian: "The old man has been deceived by his grandchildren, and now even our words can't persuade him!" He threw away his chopsticks and stood up. gone. Nan Buwen looked at Nan Yixian for a long time and asked, "Aren't you leaving?" Nan Yixian said, "I'll wait for the steamed chicken." Nan Buwen smiled and said, "Okay, okay."

Besides, Tong Ma, Tong Kui, the Lord of Red Bull City, and the North and South Guardians have not yet decided. The Lord of Red Bull City said: "Mercy, Mercy, when Shi Zhe's matter has reached this point, there is no benefit in continuing to fight. It's better to fight with each other. Wouldn't it be advantageous for both parties if each of us takes a step back?"

Tongma said: "Oh? I would like to hear how each of us can take a step back so that both families can benefit." The Lord of Red Bull City said: "Master Xiangguo recommended the six surnames to replace the ten philosophers, so Master Tongma should not recommend others, either. How about recommending six surnames?" "Wonderful!" Tong Kui blurted out. Tongma pondered for a moment and said: "This is worth considering, but the difficulty is two things. First, if the Sixth surname becomes the Ten Philosophers this time, it will naturally be the same outside. Everyone inside knows his worth. He should know what happens next." The Lord of Red Bull City smiled and said: "Mercy, mercy, this is easy. Then what is the second thing?" Tongma said: "He will eventually come to me for this kind of thing, I can't Find him." Hearing this, the Lord of Red Bull City smiled and said: "Mercy, Mercy, this is easier." After saying that, he asked two servants to bring in the six surnames. Tong Kui, the lord of Red Bull City, and the guards of the north and south stood up and evaded. Tongma and Liu Xing talked about it late at night and then separated. The Lord of Red Bull City and the guards of the north and south had already said goodbye and left. They talked about many things and Liu Xing also left. Only Tongma and Tongkui were left. Tong Kuicai asked: "Can we be sure about the six surnames? Nan Buwen can't even do it."

Tongma said: "Although I can't say for sure, I'm still 70-80% sure. This isn't a difficult task at all. It's just that Nan Buwen didn't care about his face. Liu Xing was also fainting at the time and couldn't tell the difference. Plus you made a fuss in the middle. It didn't work out. I have other things to plan for you now." Tongma sat down and asked Tongkui to sit down as well. Tongma continued: "Now the royal capital and several big families outside are not very stable. What does the king mean? , after the big meeting, we will fight some big wars in the south. We must win them well and calm people's hearts. As usual, the supply of military supplies is the responsibility of your Jinyin Palace and Buji's Standing Mansion. There must be no mistakes in the supply of military supplies for these wars. , understand?" Tong Kui said: "If you want to win, it's easy to fight well. Just withdraw the supervisors. Every supervisor is sent by the prime minister's government. They are incompetent and have a huge appetite. , but also to constrain the frontline command. Buji has nothing to say, except that he is a student of Nanbuwen. I don’t believe that he can cause trouble in military supplies."

"I just want to guard the little money you have in the Gold and Silver Palace, and I don't know what's going on outside. The person to oversee the army has already been decided," Tongma said. "It's settled. It's just a matter of sharing some military expenses. Does it matter what his name is?" Tong Kui said impatiently. Tong Ma said: "It's agreed, it's the Fourth Young Master." "Who?" "Four Young Master, do you hear me clearly?" After hearing this, Tong Kui was silent for a long time. He stood up and walked a few steps, then sat down again. He didn't know for a long time. What to say. Tong Ma sneered and said: "Why, I thought the previous supervisors were corrupt, but this time the supervisors are no longer greedy. You must be dumbfounded." Tong Kui slowly said: "I don't understand. Our family is loyal to the king. Why does the king still do this? The king has ruled the country for more than 20 years and is famous for his kindness. Why do you abandon me today like worn out shoes?"

Tongma said: "Nan Buwen's advice is a bit too poisonous, but the king is still wise, and the situation you think will never happen, but you should think carefully about how to deal with the Fourth Young Master when he comes. Tong Kui said: "What is there to think about? Who am I and who is the Fourth Young Master? The Gold and Silver Palace should have been the same as the Military Temple, with me and the Fourth Young Master jointly in charge, but now I have been in charge alone for more than ten years." , the Fourth Young Master is still studying at Taixue. If I want to say that I won't use any means to win, no one will believe it. I have no place to say this injustice, so I can only watch the Fourth Young Master make a solid case against me. ." "I have said on weekdays that it would be mutual respect to ask the Fourth Young Master about one or two non-trivial matters in the Gold and Silver Palace. You insist on relying on others, because you feel that others cannot practice Qi and will not be able to accomplish anything. How are you now?" Tongma said. Tong Kui was at his wits' end when he was asked by Tong Ma again. His face was filled with embarrassment and embarrassment. He slapped the table and said, "It's not Nanbu Wen's poisonous plan by that old man. We all have one life. What are you afraid of? I'm so anxious." , I will let him have no future!" Tongma said hurriedly: "Don't be stupid, the big meeting is approaching, and you are still looking for trouble when everything is fine inside and outside. If you let people catch you again, then you will really die. "Tong Kui said: "Don't worry about it, I have my own sense of responsibility." Tong Kui complained to Tong Ma for a long time and resigned late at night.

Besides, the Fourth Young Master drank a lot with Chang Zhong yesterday and didn't wake up until almost noon. Jian Yi had already brought a bowl of porridge and a plate of pickled bamboo shoots. The fourth son took the bowl, shook the spoon, put the porridge aside, and asked Jian Yi, "Why is there spring fern in the porridge? It's early winter now. This is only found in the king's palace. Where did it come from?" Jian Yi said: "Early in the morning, Mr. Tongkui sent someone to bring a few taels, saying that this is the best for making porridge and sobering up. Only these, ask the cook to cook carefully. What a waste." The Fourth Young Master said, "This Tong Kui is too courageous. He dares to move forbidden things without permission." The Fourth Young Master scolded Jian Yi again and said, "Why do you just accept something when someone comes to give it to you? Fortunately, I found out I didn't drink it. If I had drank it, I would be guilty of the same crime as Tong Kui. Although I didn't drink it now, it's not over the limit, but the cook has already done it. If I have to pursue it, I will have to ask for trouble." Jian Yi could only say : "I don't know these things either. I just accepted what the visitor said sincerely. Our house is usually deserted, so it's good to have people lively and lively now." The Fourth Young Master smiled and said, "It's also a good thing to be less deserted. I'm afraid I won't be able to stay quiet even if I want to for a few days." Jian Yi smiled and said, "Could it be that the Fourth Young Master finally has something to do?"

The Fourth Young Master said: "I wasn't very sure at first. I'm afraid it's already ten days since Tong Kui came to deliver these things to me today. I will be the supervisor of the army in a while." Jian Yi smiled bitterly and said: "What do I think it is? , it turns out that this is not worth much, and it is not as dignified as me, the housekeeper of the house. Usually, those who are sent out to supervise the army are either extremely corrupt or extremely corrupt. Only by swallowing a living person with one mouth and seeking the pleasure of the prime minister's government can To get such a position, it is shameless to ask for money. We are not short of money, so why should we seek that notoriety." The Fourth Young Master said: "What I want to do is to supervise the army without corruption. Jian Yi, why do you think so? Can every supervisor be so greedy?" Jian Yi smiled and said: "How the battle situation is on the front line, whether the soldiers are loyal or not, and whether the logistics and military supplies are fishy all depend on the supervisor's mouth. When such a person asks for money, there is no way he can't get it. "?" The Fourth Young Master said: "Recruiting strong men, forging weapons and armor, and then training them into an army costs an incalculable amount of money. Once a battle occurs, food is provided thousands of miles away, and military supplies are produced thousands of miles away. It costs thousands of gold in one day. This way The war can only be fought. The king has spent so much money. Naturally, from the general to the captain, all the people must die to serve the country in order to form an army. Can one person's tongue be so powerful? Can the king use so many people on a daily basis? Have you forgotten all your loyalty?" Jian Yi said: "What the Fourth Young Master said naturally makes sense, but you see so many people in the Huo Kingdom, everyone talks about the supervisors with hatred, even the storytellers and singers in the wine shop say so , there are no good people in the supervisory army, so it can’t be all nonsense.”

"Of course it can't be considered nonsense. Just wait, I'm afraid there are many people who want to see us now." The Fourth Young Master said proudly.

The two of them waited until evening with this in mind, but no one came to visit. The Fourth Young Master murmured: "This is strange. Is it possible that the news hasn't spread yet? Even if others don't come, why doesn't Nan Qin come?" "The Fourth Young Master fell asleep unconsciously when he was bored.

The next day, the two waited until noon when they heard someone coming in laughing. When the Fourth Young Master saw the man pushing the door open and coming in, it was Chang Zhong, and he hurriedly said: "Sit down quickly, sit down quickly, have you heard about it too?"

When Chang Zhong heard what the Fourth Young Master said, he was stunned for a moment, then laughed and said, "What did I hear? There is so much news in the royal capital, which one are you talking about?"

The Fourth Young Master hurriedly said: "Did you know that we are going to use troops against the barbarians in the south now?" Chang Zhong said: "So what, is it possible for me to take command? It's just an extra excitement when the troops are ordered and drilled. ." The Fourth Young Master became more and more anxious and said, "You have forgotten what I told you yesterday." Changzhong suddenly understood and laughed: "I see, that's it, I forgot that you are the supervisor of the army this time. Why? So. How much do you plan to make this time?" The Fourth Young Master said: "This is nonsense. How dare you use military and national affairs to enrich yourself? I won't tell you any big truth. Do you think I am short of money?" Chang Zhong laughed. He said: "Of course that's what I said, then why did you go all the way so hard that you deserved the punishment of poverty in vain?" The Fourth Young Master said: "I have something to ask you. Now I am going to be the supervisor of the army. The news should be in the capital. Yes, why are those who should come and those who should not come standing still? This house is still empty from yesterday to now." Changzhong laughed and said: "You also said you don't want to be greedy. Let me ask you, if you are not greedy, who do you expect to come? , what do you expect others to do?" The Fourth Young Master stood up and said, "It's useless to talk to people like you. I'll find someone who understands and ask."

Chang Zhong hurriedly stood up and stopped: "This is your mansion. What does it mean if you leave? If you want those generals and captains to come to your place to pay homage to the pier, it will be easy. I will go and walk around to ensure that they are all here." Come again." The Fourth Young Master said: "That's not necessary, it's just that I have to supervise the army now, who in the whole country knows about it?" Chang Zhong thought for a while and said: "Of course all the ten philosophers know about it, and then The heads of the several aristocratic families below should also believe it, and the rest will have to wait for the king’s edict to mobilize troops before we know.”

(End of this chapter)