Han Zuo Gaomen

Chapter 1401
A few days later, Murong Ke, who was still in Luoyang, was arranged by the left-behind officials of Xingtai to rush across Hebei and enter the Santai camp.

Chongyang is getting closer and closer, Wang Shi's new wave of offensive has begun to enter the preparation stage, and the soldiers of the three battalions have also gone north to enter the camps on the front line one after another, so it seems a bit empty.

Murong Ke was quite lucky, if he came a day or two later, General Shen would not be in Santai, and when he happened to arrive, he would be arranged to see him.

Many staff officers accompanying the army in the big tent were busy dealing with the army, so Shen Zhezi met Murong Ke in the small tent on the side.It's just that after Murong Ke was led into the tent by the soldiers, Shen Zhezi couldn't help being slightly taken aback.

Although he didn't meet many times, Shen Zhezi still has a deep impression of Murong Ke.On the one hand, it is naturally because of his original historical image, which is definitely the leading figure in this era, and on the other hand, this young man has a characteristic that makes people look high.

In Shen Zhezi's impression, although Murong Ke was frustrated at a young age, lived under the fence of others, or was not lacking in desperation, even in adversity, he had a kind of prudence and self-preservation that was sad but not hurt.

So much so that even he had to sigh with emotion that the Murong family in Liaodong really had a taste of destiny during this period. If it weren't for the deep impression of Murong's capricious and rebellious image, he would be willing to give it to him if he only loved talents. This young man has some opportunities to show his talents.

But the image of Murong Ke, who is bowing down in front of him, is quite different from what he remembers.He was worn down, and he was haggard and almost haggard. He was obviously still in his 20s, but his hair on the temples was gray and gray, revealing a decadence of premature aging.

"How did Murong Xuangong become so ruined? Joy but not indulgence, sadness but not indulgence, moderate lust, these are the simple principles of self-cultivation."

Seeing Murong Ke's appearance, Shen Zhezi couldn't help but persuade him.

After Murong Ke heard this, his expression changed a few times, and he bowed his head again and said in a shy voice: "A stranger can't be close to ethics, and his deeds can't abide by morality. Such filthy households hate things. Life is better than death. I have been in the country for ten years. The general is benevolent and righteous, he lives alone, he is shocked to hear about the family scandal, he is ashamed to die, and his physique is like a beast, how dare he pretend to be himself and deceive others..."

Hearing Murong Ke's answer, Shen Zhezi was silent for a while, thinking about Murong Ke's situation and the various changes of the Murong family in Liaodong during this period, he couldn't help sighing a lot.

The reason why he thought of summoning Murong Ke, besides the fact that Murong Ke was mentioned in Murong Jun's memorandum sent by Cui Lu and others, was that he also wanted to see how this young man would behave in such a situation. Now it seems that I am somewhat satisfied.

In the past period of time, Murong Hao rebelled against Jin and cast Jie, Murong Jun rebelled against his father and killed his father, Murong obeyed his father and fell in love with the throne, and all kinds of deeds can be said to vividly embody all kinds of evils in the world.As for Murong Ke, although he has been in China for a long time and has no direct connection with these rebellious deeds, it is an indisputable fact that he was born in such a family.

Under such circumstances, Shen Zhezi is also curious about how Murong Ke will react when faced with Xingtai's accountability, and whether he can match his original image in history.In other words, there is no shortage of bad tastes. He also wants to see if Murong Ke can show qualities beyond ordinary people in such a situation?

People in politics inevitably have darker minds than ordinary people.Shen Zhezi believed that Murong Ke's current state must have been deliberate.The so-called not daring to pretend to deceive others anymore, and being frank are all posturing for politicians.

As for Murong Ke, his current mood is naturally not as painful as his appearance, but more of a kind of fear.

He entered China when he was young, and to be honest, after so many years, his feelings for the tribe and his cold-natured father, Murong Hao, who easily gave up on him, have become very weak. I feel more and more that the tribe behind him is not only his help, but a major obstacle to his integration into the platform, and even a huge hidden danger in the sky.

Sure enough, all the things that happened after the New Year this year made everything that Murong Ke was worried about in the past completely exploded.His father, Murong Hao, was capricious, and he didn't even consider the safety of his son who was a hostage far away in China, which made Murong Ke even more desperate for the tribe.

At that time, Xingtai was mainly focused on preparing for the Hebei War, and did not pay enough attention to the remote issues of Liao, and did not immediately hold Murong Ke and Murong Yun accountable.But Murong Ke's life is also not easy. Although the official accountability has been delayed, the private condemnation has come like a huge wave.

Murong Ke has been in the hostage for a long time, coupled with his good demeanor, he has also accumulated quite a lot of contacts in Tianzhong these years.But with Murongbu's rebellion, all those close friends in the past broke up with him and stopped communicating with him. What's more, some people directly scolded Murongbu for his wolfish ambitions, and his bad nature is hard to get rid of.

Afterwards, the situation in the Liao border changed again. Murong Jun killed his father, and Murong's tribe split as a whole.At that time, Murong Ke's contacts were all destroyed, and the information he could learn was very limited. It can be said that he was worried all day long, pinching his fingers to die.Under the torment, the current haggard appearance is not completely fake.

This time the general summoned him suddenly, and Murong Ke also knew that the moment to decide his fate had come.Therefore, he has thought a lot about what kind of posture he should take to enter the view.

Xingtai has the deepest hostility towards Murong's tribe, which is naturally due to Murong Hao's rebellious deeds.If you want to claim exemption from liability, it is naturally the most direct and effective way to draw a line with the Murong Department.But this road has already been taken, and it is still very thorough. His elder brother not only drew a clear line with his father, but even killed his relatives righteously.

Moreover, Murong Ke does not have such qualifications at all. He is just a chopping board fish under the fence. It is also against human ethics to slander his father by his son, and he will also be denounced by the times.Right now he is in such a delicate situation, any criticism from the time is enough to kill him.

Pleading guilty without filing a lawsuit and self-destructing are the safest expressions of attitude he can think of and do right now.As for the fate that greets him, it is no longer up to him.

In fact, Murong Ke is not without extravagant hopes. After his father's rebellion, Xingtai has lost trust in Murong's department as a whole. Even if his brother kills his father and asks for attachment, he may not be able to gain Xingtai's trust and support.

Moreover, Wen Fangzhi, who is currently in charge of Liao affairs, and Murong Ke have a close friendship with him. He knows that he is by no means a rich man, and he understands him well. He should not be satisfied with the situation where Murong Jun is in charge of Liaodong instead of Murong Hao.

Right now, Xingtai probably has no plan to fully establish the Liao border. The choice to support a puppet to make a transition is based on realistic and prudent considerations.Murong Ke has been in China for a long time, and he is a better choice than Murong Jun.

But Murong Ke has a certain understanding of Xingtai's background and strength, including General Shen Da's personal style of conduct, and understands that even if he returns to his hometown thanks to Xingtai's support, it is just a temporary extension of his life. Once everything is ready for Xingtai , he will surely die!

Although panicked and almost desperate in his heart, Murong Ke was still quite grateful when he heard the general speak, and realized that at least the general didn't intend to kill him right now, otherwise he wouldn't need to say anything to him who was waiting to die. .

To be honest, Murong Ke is really envious of the people in charge of Xingtai.Being in a positive and exciting environment will inevitably be deeply affected, and you will have expectations for yourself, hoping to join it.

But Murong Ke also understands that his background determines that it is difficult for him to fully integrate into the stage.It's not that General Shen lacks that kind of broad-mindedness, but that the general bases himself on reality and doesn't seek wrongdoing. When his own strength is not strong enough to accommodate everything, he will not force himself to act.

If General Shen could hear Murong Ke's heartfelt voice, he would definitely have a higher evaluation of him, and it would be unknown if he was even cited as a confidant.

Strength and tolerance are in themselves a complementary relationship. Only when you are strong can you be qualified for tolerance. Being tolerant and tolerant can also make you stronger.The strong man prospered in the Tang Dynasty, that's all there is to it.

The pawns of the six barbarians, such as the rebellious kings of China and North Korea, were barely able to play with sparrows and local dogs. If they forcibly controlled these fierce eagles and wolves, it would be a real ghost if they didn't suffer backlash.

For example, the introduction of Cui Lu and other famous officials from China and North Korea into Xingtai to give them honors, this was absolutely impossible at the beginning of Xingtai's establishment.Before establishing his absolute No. 1 authority in the ruling and opposition parties, not to mention Cui Lu, even if Liu Kun himself is still alive, Shen Zhezi will probably follow Wang Dun's example and try to kill him, so as not to easily cause trouble for himself.

Murong Ke's situation is different from Cui Lu's. Shen Zhezi really cherishes his talent. The reason why Murong was asked to take him as a hostage back then is probably because he didn't have the idea of ​​being an eagle.

"You're alive, so I have no time to look back. I won't talk to Xuan Gong about the old things. I've called you to see me today, and there's something hard to decide."

At this point, Shen Zhezi signaled his soldiers to hand over the letter on the desk to Murong Ke.

Murong Ke lowered his head to take a look, his face was changing again, and after a while, he covered his face and cried deeply: "The family relationship is declining, and it is so cruel, even if it is life, it is ridiculous to struggle again. Ke's life, Send a thought to the general early on, if this worthless body can have a slight effect in saving the Liao Dynasty, I will die without regret..."

This letter is an excerpt from Murong Jun's own handwriting. Murong Jun is also deeply afraid that Xingtai will have more thoughts about Liaodong, and may send Murong Ke back to the tribe. Because he is expressing his loyalty, he also asks Xingtai to kill Murong Ke. For this reason, he was even willing to give up Murong's original titles as governor of Pingzhou and Duke of Liaodong County.

"Although I am obsessed with the general trend, it is inevitable that I will be close and distant. Xuan Gong has been in the country for nearly ten years. Although I have little friendship with you, compared with people who have never met before, there is always more friendship. More What's more, since entering Xingtai, punishments and rewards should follow Xingtai's laws. Murong Jun seems to be a respectful man, but he dares to seize Xingtai magic sword from thousands of miles away, trying to kill my king and people, this is really a joke!"

Hearing what the general said, Murong Ke burst into tears. Regardless of the reason why the general is willing to protect him, but just this little care is far better than his father who disregarded his own life and death and his father. There are many brothers who wish they could get rid of it and make it quick.

Shen Zhezi raised his hand to interrupt Murong Ke's crying thank you, and then said: "Xuan Gong has been raised for many years. Although I lack intimacy, I will never forget it. Those who have aspirations, it is difficult to be quiet, I don't know if you are willing to do something. help?"

When Murong Ke heard this, he was so excited that he trembled all over his body, and the sound of his head banging slammed in the whole small tent: "The disgust of the relationship and abandonment, life is better than death. The general Ren Deze, who never abandons the humble , the grace of re-creation, shaped my muscles and bones, and from now on, only driven by the king's command, I wish to be loyal to dogs and horses forever!"

When Shen Zhezi heard this, his heart was moved. He did not have Shi Le's habit of misrepresenting fakes, and it turned out that these fakes really couldn't guarantee their loyalty.However, Murong Ke's self-discipline was rejected by human relations, which might be of some use.

After pondering for a while, he picked up his pen and wrote slowly: "The kindness and power of the Emperor of Han has been shining through the ages, and the day is loyal and loyal, and the Yu Ze is long. Xuan Gong and I follow this ancient meaning and encourage each other."

Murong Ke respectfully accepted the order, and since then he has no surname of the old year, and Jin Xuangong is his name, which completely draws a line from that unbearable family life.But since then, he has never returned to Liaodong for the rest of his life.It's just that after the new Liang Dynasty, some remnants of the Murong tribe followed this origin and clung to them to avoid disaster.

(End of this chapter)