Chapter 3622 The princess is invited
The snow this winter has been particularly heavy. Even though it is already the beginning of spring, the heavy snow often lasts for several days. The 800-mile Qinchuan River is covered with snow and the weather is freezing.
The Xuanwu Gate in the wind and snow seems not as majestic as before, but it is a bit more confusing and thicker. It is as dull and silent as the history it carries, but it is also thrilling.
Fang Jun stood under the Xuanwu Gate for a while, raising his head and squinting to admire it for a moment. Then he was led by soldiers and entered the Xuanwu Gate. At the end of the door, Zhang Shigui, dressed in military uniform, was waiting there.
Fang Jun hurriedly took two steps forward and saluted: "How dare you trouble the Duke to wait here? I am scared."
"Haha!"
Zhang Shigui laughed twice and punched Fang Jun on the shoulder. He was very close and said with a smile: "Although we fought well in these two battles today, you are not qualified enough for me to greet you here. You don't have such a face." Big! It’s just that I am going to meet His Highness, so I came with you specially.”
Fang Jun smiled and said: "That is also my honor."
The two of them walked side by side towards the inner gate.
On the way, Zhang Shigui looked up at the tall and heavy inner gate not far away, then looked back to see that all the soldiers were ten steps away, then his voice was slightly lowered and he said slowly: "Now in the East Palace, as Erlang counts, After winning for the first time, the atmosphere has always been very different. In this way, in the face of a powerful enemy, we can still unite sincerely and not care about gains and losses. However, once the situation changes slightly, everyone will be cautious. Although you have the trust of His Highness, you should still be careful when you lead troops outside. .”
Fang Jun's heart sank, he pondered for a moment, nodded and said: "Thank you so much, Lord, for your advice. I know what I'm doing."
It seems that even though he came back from thousands of miles away when the East Palace was in crisis and supported his foundation in the East Palace, his successive victories had already caused jealousy in some people, fearing that he would gain more weight in front of the prince, so that he would not be able to do so in the future. suppress.
After all, once the East Palace wins and the prince ascends the throne as emperor in the future, those people will be at a disadvantage and their interests will be damaged. But at the moment, Guanlong is still powerful and the East Palace is in danger. However, two inconsequential victories have made those people anxious and anxious, which is really short-sighted.
Or perhaps, that is the bad nature of the clan, not only do they use any means for profit, but they even use their wits to make them stupid!
Seeing that he understood, Zhang Shigui nodded and said calmly: "I am a military general. I am very pure. I never interfere with the government's affairs, and I don't bother to pay attention to those intrigues. Just be careful and don't let anyone behind your back." The whole East Palace is not monolithic."
Fang Jun said sincerely: "Thank you very much, Lord, for reminding me. I will remember this deeply in my heart."
A founding hero like Zhang Shigui, who has outstanding achievements and transcendent status, can completely withdraw from the incident and watch the fire from the other side. As long as he is not involved in the struggle between the clans and factions, even if Guan Long wins in the end, he can still keep his transcendent title. There is no need to go there. This is muddy water.
But he still reminded me that this was a huge favor.
Seeing that he understood, Zhang Shigui nodded, smiled, and praised: "Being with a talented and intelligent young man like Erlang, I feel like I am dozens of years younger. If I were really younger, I would have to take Erlang to drink in his spare time. , go out to war, and join hands to achieve great achievements! ”
He sincerely admired Fang Jun's ability, character and way of dealing with people. Although he was far from the gentle gentleman like his father Fang Xuanling, he was also extremely sincere, kind, intelligent and courageous. This kind of person is most suitable for making friends, even the kind of life-and-death best friend who can be trusted with his wife and children. Even if there are many dangers, he can never be in trouble.
It's a pity that my son spends all day studying the Four Books and Five Classics, completely throwing aside his father's horse racing skills. He even dislikes the official career. He only focuses on learning and vows to be a famous Confucian in the world...
There is a slight gap between the two of them. From the front, they are almost walking side by side, but Fang Jun is always slightly behind to show respect.
Zhang Shigui naturally saw it in his eyes and became more and more satisfied in his heart. Who said Fang Er was a stick? What nonsense! Such a generous, benevolent and respectful child is simply a role model for the younger generation, but he was suddenly framed by market rumors as a playboy who committed evil and misbehavior. He was really making money with everyone's words and destroying his bones...
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Arriving in front of the inner gate, Fang Jun glanced at the house where Princess Changle lived temporarily while walking. He saw several maids opening the door curtain and walking out. Seeing Fang Jun from a distance, he quickly gathered his skirts and saluted. After Fang Jun nodded with a smile, he ran over with his skirt in hand.
They are all teenage girls. Although they are young and beautiful, their figures are still in bud, and they lack the rippling charm when running...
Fang Jun stopped, and when several maids came to him, he recognized them as Princess Jinyang's maids.
The first maid, who was young and beautiful but had a few freckles on the tip of her nose, pursed her lips and smiled, and said softly: "We are the maids in the palace of His Highness Jinyang. His Highness ordered us to come and invite you." I will go to the banquet later.”
"Uh..."
Fang Jun hesitated slightly.
Princess Jinyang had been close to him since she was a child. The dozen consorts only called him "brother-in-law" and never shied away from him no matter what. But now that Princess Jinyang is getting older, marriage has been discussed several times before. Although it has not been completed, it also means that the girl and Yunying are getting married. It would be inappropriate for him, a foreign minister, to continue to be as close as before.
Several maids were also smart. When they saw Fang Jun's hesitation, they understood his concerns. Another slender maid smiled and said: "There are also two highnesses, Chang Shan and Xincheng, attending the meeting."
Although they are all girls, there is no taboo for three girls to invite his brother-in-law to dinner.
Fang Jun said happily: "Then reply to His Highness. After the minister reports the military affairs to His Highness, he will go to make trouble."
"Here! Then I will reply to His Highness right now."
When several maids faced a powerful and accomplished young man like Fang Jun, their faces turned red and their eyes darted wildly. After bowing, they all turned around and retreated.
But after walking out for more than ten steps, he would chatter some thoughtful words, look at Fang Jun like this from time to time, and let out a sweet smile...
Zhang Shigui, standing with his hands behind his back, shook his head and laughed: "It's really enviable for a girl to admire Ai."
Fang Jun also smiled and said: "He is a son of the Duke of Guo. He comes from a famous family. His reputation for bravery spread throughout the world when he was young. Later, he served as the founder of the country. He has a prominent reputation and military power. He must have been a beautiful lady in Chang'an City at that time. The heart belongs to her, and she flocks to her like a duck. ”
Zhang Shigui stroked his beard and laughed: "It is said that a good man is not as brave as he was in his past, but speaking of it, I was indeed extraordinarily brave and graceful back then, haha!"
The Zhang family in Guozhou has been a powerful family for generations, and the children in the family are famous for their martial arts. Their family education is well-established and they have been famous throughout the ages. Although Zhang Shigui is now older and a little bloated, he can still see the grace of his youth. I think this self-praising statement is not fiction.
When men talk about women together, they always have congenial words and a close relationship. The two discuss such intimate topics in low voices, laughing out loud from time to time, all the way to the inner gate.
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Li Chengqian was sitting behind the desk reviewing military affairs. When he heard that the chamberlain came to report that Zhang Shigui and Fang Jun were coming together, he immediately summoned him.
When Zhang Shigui and Fang Jun entered the room, they happened to see Li Chengqian rolling up his sleeves and cleaning his hands in a copper basin nearby. He nodded casually to the two of them: "No need to be polite, please take a seat quickly."
Zhang Shigui and Fang Jun naturally did not dare to neglect. After saluting, they took their seats.
Li Chengqian dried his hands and asked the waiter to serve fragrant tea. He filled the teacups with the pot himself and pushed one of the cups in front of Fang Jun. His eyebrows were full of excitement and joy: "This cup of tea, Gu Jing Erlang, I wish you to help protect the country." ,Destroy the rebels!”
Can Fang Jun afford it?
He stood up quickly, bowed and said: "Your Highness, you don't have to do this, you are trying to offend me! My father and son have been loyal to the Tang Dynasty for two generations. They have bathed in the emperor's grace and should dedicate themselves to the emperor and die! Now that rebellion is rampant and the world is overturned, we are trying our best." When you show your loyalty, you will never be praised like this by His Highness for a small amount of merit!”
Li Chengqian didn't know whether to laugh or cry, and said slightly angrily: "What a person you are! When I asked you to be serious, you were unruly and trouble-making. Now I want to praise you, but you are so humble and low-key. What a nonsense!"
But he no longer mentioned these meritorious deeds. After all, the East Palace is still in danger and may collapse at any time. Even if he makes a promise at this moment, he may not be able to fulfill it in the future. You may use words to encourage others and win their hearts, but someone like Fang Jun, the pillar of the East Palace and his right-hand man, does not need those methods.
Just keep it in mind... (End of chapter)