Invincible son

Chapter 495 494 [Suddenly enlightened]

Yongren Square, Qingfeng Street.

The door plaque of Zhongshanzi Mansion has been replaced by Zhongshan Marquis Mansion, with four bright yellow gilt characters written on the dark red bottom edge.

The long street in front of the mansion was swept clean, the soldiers and domestic servants were wearing the clothes that Tao Hua specially ordered someone to make, with expressions of anxiety and joy on their faces.Although Pei Yue has not been knighted for a long time, and his background is not comparable to those of the veteran nobles, his servants are not inferior in terms of loyalty.

Today's Green Willow Village has moved to the northern suburbs of Kyoto, not too far from the Shouyang Mountain Mine. Farmers either work in the mine, or help in the Xiangyun Company, and can be selected as domestic servants in Peiyue's mansion. It's everyone's dream job.

The chief housekeeper in the front yard of the Hou Mansion is Deng Zai's grandfather, Deng Shi, and the second housekeeper in charge of daily affairs is Wang Yong's father, Wang Mo. as deputy.

Deng Shi was able to cultivate such talents as Deng Zhong and Deng Zai. Obviously, he was not a foolish and ignorant country old man, but he was not very energetic after the age of fifty.He is experienced and steady enough, and Wang Mo is loyal and diligent. The two complement each other well and manage Pei Yue's mansion in an orderly manner.

The back house is Peach Blossom's territory, and the maids and servants are all under her care.Although she is still very young, everyone knows that Pei Yue loves her, and no one dares to jump in front of her.

During the more than a year since Pei Yue left Beijing, the people in this mansion were very anxious, fearing that something might happen to their young master. Now that he finally came back, he was conferred the title of Marquis by the emperor. It can be said that the whole family is overjoyed Big day.

The setting sun dyed the sky red, and a brisk sound of horseshoes came from the street.

"Come here! Stand up straight!"

Wang Mo shouted, then quickly led the crowd into two rows and stood neatly under the steps.

Pei Yue led the six soldiers on horseback and walked slowly.

"Congratulations to the Marquis for his promotion to the rank! Congratulations to the Marquis for his victory!"

The shouts of more than 100 people shook the entire long street, attracting some passers-by to stop and watch.

Pei Yue sat on the horse, glanced over one by one, and said with a smile: "Get up."

"Yes!"

When everyone got up, Deng Shi stepped forward to help Pei Yue lead the horse to fall, and Wang Mo simply knelt down on his knees, using his back as a step stool.

However, Pei Yue easily jumped down and said to the two of them: "These rules are not popular in the house, and I will tell you in detail when I am free. What was in the Green Willow Manor before, it is the same in the house now, as long as Just a few important etiquette notes."

A reverent expression appeared on Deng Shilao's face, he nodded and said, "I would like to follow Lord Hou's order."

Pei Yue looked at Wang Yong and Qi Min, who were standing respectfully on the other side, and other soldiers who stayed in the capital, and said with a smile, "You all go back to your own affairs, and I will arrange it again in two days."

"Yes, Lord Hou." More than 20 people bowed and saluted, then turned and left immediately.

Pei Yue said to Wang Mo: "Uncle Wang, I brought back a hundred soldiers, please help arrange them."

Wang Mo said fearfully, "Your Majesty can just call Xiao's name. I have already arranged for you. His personal soldiers will live in the west yard in front of you."

Pei Yue nodded with a smile and said: "That's good, is there anything else in the mansion?"

He hadn't seen Peach Blossom for more than a year, and he really missed her a little bit.

Deng Shi quickly replied: "Master Hou, dozens of adults sent housekeepers to send invitations, and they all put them in the outer study, waiting for Lord Hou to check them in person. There is also Master Luo of the Political Affairs Hall visiting, and now it is Miss Ye in the main hall. hospitality there."

"Master Luo is here?"

Pei Yue was a little surprised, he knew that his return this time must be different from the past, and the dozens of invitations were expected, but he didn't expect Luo Ting to come here in such a hurry, isn't he afraid of the emperor's suspicion?
Came to the main hall in a hurry, and saw Ye Qi and Luo Ting sitting separately as host and guest. The ruling lord looked calm and calm, just like before.

"This junior has met Master Luo!" Pei Yue bowed his hands.

Luo Ting smiled slightly, got up and said: "After so many years, you have done a good job in the western region, and it is not easy."

"My lord, please sit down. I miss you very much in the western region." Pei Yue's expression was very sincere. He knew that during his absence in the capital, Luo Ting took good care of Xiangyun Company and the mine, and supported him in the hall. The real leader of the Tibetan front guard.

Ye Qi glanced at Pei Yue and said, "You talk to Mr. Luo, I'll go and have a look behind."

There are only two people left in the hall, and the rest of the servants have retreated.

Only then did Pei Yue let out a foul breath in his chest, and said with a wry smile: "My lord, why did you come so suddenly? Don't you worry that His Majesty suspects that we have colluded with the party?"

Luo Ting pointed at him and said with a smile: "Why did you lose the courage to go to my house late at night?"

That was the beginning of the two people's establishment of the covenant. Pei Yue can't help but feel like a world away when he thinks about it now. He understood Luo Ting's subtext, shook his head and said: "This is different from the past. Just now, His Majesty lowered several words in succession in the palace. Tianlei, almost made me mess up."

Luo Ting smiled lightly and said: "Your Majesty knows that I came to you because it has something to do with honeycomb coal. Now there are only three mines in Yongzhou, Yunzhou and Lingzhou in the thirteen states, and the supply capacity is still insufficient. During this year, the court found There are more than ten natural coal mines, His Majesty wants to introduce briquettes to all state capitals, so I'm here to ask your opinion."

Now that he was talking about the business, Pei Yue put away his distracting thoughts, thought for a while and said, "It's not inappropriate to do this to benefit the country and the people, but the supervisor of Charcoal Temple is too important, so we must choose someone else."

Luo Ting nodded and said: "At the beginning, Qin Xu was chosen because he didn't want to hinder you. Now that the whole stall has been spread out, His Majesty and I will both consider a new chief officer. I wonder if you have anyone to recommend?"

Pei Yue said with a smile: "Your Excellency, you are making fun of me. If it comes to military affairs, I can give you some ideas. How can it be my turn to comment on such an important official appointment?"

Luo Ting asked with a half-smile: "Really?"

Pei Yue immediately said in a serious manner: "Master, I think the censor Jian Rong is upright and strict, and he is very suitable for the position of supervisor of Charcoal Temple."

Luo Ting laughed loudly, looking very happy, pointed at Pei Yue and said, "You are really welcome."

Pei Yue said with some embarrassment: "My lord, I'll just say it casually, but you must not take it seriously."

Luo Ting waved his hand and said: "This choice coincides with me. Last autumn, I asked His Majesty to promote Jian Rong to the imperial censor Zhongcheng. Now it is very appropriate to be transferred to the supervisor of Charcoal Temple."

These words shocked Pei Yue a little. Jian Rong is indeed a good official, but the impeachment of King Lu at the court meeting made the emperor furious. Not only was he not relegated afterwards, but he was even promoted. The influence in his heart proved more and more that it was a good thing for Daliang that Luo Ting could be in power.

Luo Ting asked again: "What military post did His Majesty grant you this time?"

Pei Yue sighed softly. After thinking calmly on the way back, he really didn't know whether the Deputy Commander of Beiying was a blessing or a curse.

After listening to Pei Yue's brief narration, Luo Ting frowned and pondered for a moment, then sighed softly: "From now on, you and I have to pay attention to the distance."

Although Pei Yue could vaguely guess some of the emperor's true intentions, it was not clear enough, so he couldn't help but look at the other party suspiciously.

Luo Ting said sternly: "Your Majesty wants to use Gu Liang to check and balance Wang Pingzhang. You are an extremely important support around Gu Liang, and will obviously be valued more and more. In this way, if you and I get along closely, it will attract attention. But Don't worry too much, this is both a risk and an important opportunity for you."

Pei Yue's heart shuddered, and he nodded in response.

(End of this chapter)