I have been experimenting with medicine in the Palace of Longevity for 30 years

Chapter 281 Recruitment!

Golden Palace.

Emperor Longqing sat on the dragon chair, frowning.

Just when he received Han Li's reply, knowing that the war between the two countries was inevitable, he had already started preparing for the battle.

But at this moment, there are still several hidden dangers that have to be eliminated, otherwise it is very likely to be attacked by the enemy.

One of the biggest hidden dangers is the banditry in Chuzhou.

"It's just a nest of bandits, why is it getting worse?"

Emperor Longqing's eyes were slightly sullen, and he looked down at Yang Shangshu, the Ministry of War.

In today's Chuzhou, nearly one-third of the territory has fallen under the influence of a bandit named Heifengzhai.

"Your Majesty doesn't know that this Heifengzhai really only occupied one county in the early days, but it has been recharging its energy and recharging its energy on the mountain, recruiting troops, and especially since last year, it has started going down the mountain aggressively."

"At the beginning, it was only in one county, but later it became more and more serious, and it has expanded to three counties."

"The most important thing is, I don't know what kind of magic they used. The local people are very supportive of them and act as their scouts."

"A large number of officers and soldiers have come, and they have already slipped away. If thousands of officers and soldiers meet them, they will make dumplings instead. It is really slippery."

What Yang Shangshu of the Ministry of War said was not that the officers and soldiers were incompetent, but that the bandits were too cunning.

At this moment, Liu Yong, the Minister of the Household Department, came out and said with a smile: "It is because the imperial court suppressed the bandits many times, but failed to wipe them out. Instead, it gave the Black Wind Village a name."

"It is said that Zhang San, the leader, nicknamed himself an extrajudicial madman. He is really rampant."

When Yang Shangshu of the Ministry of War heard this, his face turned dark immediately. On the surface, this guy was talking about Zhang San being rampant, but in fact he was saying that the Ministry of War was not effective in suppressing bandits.

Quickly explained: "Weichen has written many times, suggesting to gather troops from the three surrounding states to encircle and suppress the bandits. It's a pity."

He didn't say anything later, Emperor Jiaming was not interested in these matters at all, without Emperor Jiaming's approval, Yang Shangshu would not dare to deploy troops without authorization.

Emperor Longqing rubbed the center of his brows, he didn't need to think about it, he knew it was the mess left to him by the dead father, he couldn't help but sighed: "My dear friends, now that the war with Nanhuang is about to start, if there is internal unrest, it will be easy It will be the enemy."

"Now, let's not talk about old debts, but how to deal with them."

Yang Shangshu of the Ministry of War said: "My lord, my minister suggests that now that the army is gathering, this Heifengzhai just happens to be a good opportunity to train soldiers. It is better for Zhen Guogong to lead 30 elite soldiers to pull out this Heifengzhai in one fell swoop. It can be regarded as a good start for sending troops to the southern border!"

Although the Black Wind Mountain disturbed the land of a state, the number of bandits was only one hundred thousand. As a first-rank monk, Lord Zhen Guo, as long as he led the troops, he would surely win the battle.

"My lord, I think it's inappropriate."

At this moment, Liu Yong came out: "Now that the two countries are at war, there is already a shortage of food and grass."

"If this campaign is successful in suppressing the bandits, it's fine. Once we get stuck in the quagmire, the current grain and grass in the treasury are not enough to deal with two consecutive wars."

Hearing this, Yang Shangshu frowned immediately, pointed at Liu Yong and cursed: "You old man, you know how to suppress bandits, you just need to ensure food and grass."

Being stumbled by Liu Yong again and again, Yang Shangshu has found it difficult to control the anger in his heart.

When Liu Yong saw that he was yelling at him in front of Emperor Longqing, he couldn't bear it, and his mouth was full of foam: "Your surname is Yang, you are capable, you don't need to use food and grass in the war, the old man naturally has no objection."

The friends of both parties persuaded the fight, dragged and dragged, and suddenly there was a mess under the Golden Palace.

Emperor Longqing couldn't help supporting his forehead with his palm, and looked at everything in the audience speechlessly.

These old ministers, what can't they do, they are No. 1.

At this moment, Zhuo Yungui, Minister of Rites who had been watching coldly, came around from the crowd, stood under the stage, bowed and said: "My lord, I think there is another way to try."

"Maybe without wasting a single soldier, you can easily take Black Wind Mountain."

Hearing this, everyone in the audience was stunned for a moment, and then stopped commotion.

Yang Shangshu let go of Liu Yong's long beard, and wiped away Liu Shangshu's old mouthful of phlegm on his face.

Liu Shangshu took back his pussy legs that were half kicked, and managed to tidy up his torn pants, but half of his pants were really rotten, and most of his buttocks were already exposed.

"impossible!"

"how can that be?"

"If there is such a method, the old man will stand upside down and walk out of the Golden Palace today!"

Yang Shangshu of the Ministry of War took the lead in attacking, and said with disdain, thinking that Zhuo Yungui was talking nonsense.

Liu Yong also had a look of disbelief. Although they looked down on each other, when they faced Zhuo Yungui, they had the same hatred.

Yan Shoufu tentatively asked: "Could it be that you sent a master to act by beheading?"

Yang Shangshu of the Ministry of War sneered: "If you behead your head, you are asking for your own death. Back then, it was said that there were second-rank masters who sneaked into Heifeng Village, but they never returned. Instead, they damaged a master and a flying boat in the Palace of Longevity."

What he was talking about was Fang Xiandao Qin Zining, who was sent by Emperor Jiaming back then, to go to Heifengzhai to arrest the drug tester, but was killed by He Pingan instead.

Hearing this, the three Cabinet Grand Scholars headed by Yan Shoufu thought hard and couldn't seem to think of any suitable solution.

Liu Yong shook his head, indicating that it was not a beheading operation.

"Oh, there is such a way, Ai Qing, tell me quickly."

Emperor Longqing's eyes lit up, and he gave orders.

Zhuo Yungui glanced at the surrounding people, very satisfied with the current effect, and then slowly said: "That is, Zhao An!"

"What, Zhaoan?"

"Do not make jokes."

"Don't you think the court is not shameful enough?"

When the civil and military officials heard this, they burst into laughter.

Taizu Daxuan established his country with martial arts, when encountering such banditry as bandits, the method Daxuan always adopted was to exterminate them.

Never used the method of recruiting security.

In the eyes of Daxuan officials, the method of recruiting security is extremely embarrassing, which means that the court admits that it is incapable of exterminating bandits, so it will use the method of recruiting security.

Zhuo Yungui looked at these people with contempt, you almost lost your face, why do you still care about face?

If the matter of Heifengzhai is not handled properly, it is very likely that it will affect the war in southern Xinjiang, and even affect Daxuan's national fortune.

On the contrary, Emperor Longqing was very interested and asked, "Zhuo Aiqing elaborate."

"It's simple, just send a person Zhang San knows well to go to Heifeng Mountain to ask for safety."

Zhuo Yungui said with a smile: "If it succeeds, not only will the crisis in Heifengzhai be resolved, but the Holy Majesty will also organize the people from Heifengshan into a team and become the vanguard of the southern border war."

At this moment, Yang Shangshu sneered and interrupted him: "Hehe, Zhuo Shangshu said it lightly, do you know who Zhang San is?"

"What kind of person?"

Zhuo Yungui asked.

Yang Shangshu has already studied Zhang San's origin, and he is very clear about it, and he talked eloquently: "Zhang San is a butcher in Qian County, Gyeonggi, Xuanyang. He joined the drug testing department because he killed an adulterer and adulterer."

"He brought his old lady to Heifeng Mountain, and now Qian County has no old friends to talk to. Tell me, who is familiar with Zhang San and dares to go to Heifeng Mountain alone?"

After Yang Shangshu finished speaking, he looked at Zhuo Yungui coldly, waiting for his answer.

When Emperor Longqing heard this, he immediately frowned. If it was true what Yang Shangshu said, it would be difficult to recruit Zhang San.

But if Zhang San can be recruited, not only will the banditry in Chuzhou be solved, but it can even be used as an aid in the war in southern Xinjiang. All these benefits are really exciting.

Zhuo Yungui didn't panic at all, the old god said: "Since Yang Shangshu knows, Zhang San has been in the drug testing department for many years."

"Did you ever know that in the drug testing department, there is a drug testing person who has been testing drugs for ten years?"

"Ten years of drug testing? Drug testing people?"

Yang Shangshu frowned, thinking hard, seemed to think of something.

"You mean, He Pingan, the alchemist of the Alchemy Department?"

Liu Yong, Minister of the Ministry of household affairs, asked.

He occasionally heard Liu Ding mention a few words in his ear, and the legend of He Pingan's ten-year drug test was indeed amazing, so he was somewhat impressed.

"It's this man!"

Zhuo Yungui spoke.

"But what is his relationship with Zhang San?"

Liu Yong asked suspiciously.

"Back when Zhang San was in the drug testing department, he had a close relationship with He Pingan. It is said that He Pingan also saved Zhang San's life."

"So if He Pingan is willing to share his worries for the Holy One, this matter will be half done."

Zhuo Yungui has a well-thought-out plan.

All the officials below heard this, and there was a lot of discussion immediately. Most of them felt that this move seemed to be really feasible.

Upon hearing this, Emperor Longqing was immediately overjoyed and said: "Shangshu Zhuo is indeed my humerus, once he strikes, he will solve my urgent need!"

But Liu Yong came out at this time, and said slowly: "He Ping'an had rescued Zhang San back then, but it has been many years, and now Zhang San still recognizes him, it is not yet known."

"Besides, if it is to recruit security, there must be some expenses. With the current emptiness of the Daxuan treasury, I am afraid it will be difficult to maintain the military rations of more than [-] people."

As soon as this remark came out, everyone's expressions froze immediately. Although Liu Yong poured cold water on him, he made sense in every sentence.

He heard from his son that he was extremely displeased with He Pingan, so naturally he didn't want to let He Pingan have a bright future.

"Your Majesty, you can only tell if you have done it or not. At this moment, we are discussing whether it is successful or not. Isn't it too much talk on paper?"

Zhuo Shangshu said in a deep voice, in his words, he was actually teasing Liu Yong.

Zhao Kuo talked about the art of war back then, but who knew that the southern border fell, not to mention resistance, not even a little news came out.

Since then, the reputation of talking about war on paper has spread.

And Zhao Kuo was the one who was recommended by Liu Yong in front of Emperor Jiaming to guard the southern border.

"Zhuo Shangshu's words are justified."

Emperor Longqing nodded, whether the recruitment was successful or not, you can only know if you try it.

The only one who is really dangerous is the alchemist He Pingan.

But then he said with embarrassment: "Zhuo Shangshu is my own, so I will not see anyone else."

"The Daxuan treasury is indeed unable to make ends meet, I'm afraid it won't be able to provide too many supplies!"

Zhuo Yungui nodded, and then said with a sincere expression: "My lord, I understand."

"My minister has a suggestion. I don't know if His Majesty agrees."

"Zhuo Shangshu, but it's okay to say."

"If the recruitment is successful, a brand new army will be established in Heifeng Village, named Heifeng Army."

"The Black Wind Army is self-sufficient for all the soldiers, horses, food and grass. It is only necessary to distribute a set of Daxuan armor to each of them."

"And order them to rush to southern Xinjiang from now on."

Zhuo Yungui said solemnly.

"So Easy?"

Emperor Longqing's face was full of surprise. To him, Zhuo Yungui's request meant that he only needed a promise to get an army of 10 people who would go all out for him. How could he not be surprised.

"It's that simple."

Zhuo Yungui said with confidence.

"Okay, I'm ready to play!"

Emperor Longqing solved the serious problem of his confidant, heaved a long sigh of relief, paused, and then said: "Tell that alchemist He Pingan, if he can make this happen, I will definitely reward you!"

"Yes, I obey the order!"

Zhuo Yungui took the order and left.

Liu Yong stood at the bottom with an extremely ugly expression.

The Black Wind Army didn't need food and grass, so as Minister of the Household Department, he had no reason to stop it.

After coming down to court, civil and military officials discussed a lot, and everyone gave up hope for what Zhuo Yungui suggested.

Because, as long as Zhang San is not stupid, he will not agree to such a condition.

It means that the Daxuan court didn't pay anything, but just gave a name of the Black Tiger Army, and wanted the Black Tiger Army to fight for the court.

How can it be?

In the land of southern Xinjiang, to put it bluntly, if there is no detachment to lead the team, it is basically close to death.

In particular, Yang Shangshu of the Ministry of War was even more rambling: "The officer promised that he will walk out on his head if he succeeds in recruiting security."

Seven days later.

Chuzhou, Black Wind Village.

"Report!"

A minion ran into the hall from the foot of the mountain and knelt down in front of Zhang San.

Zhang San was sitting on the big tiger-skin chair in Heifengzhai, with a majestic expression on his face, his eyes fixed, and he looked at me: "What's the matter?"

"The head of the newspaper, a group of people from the government came down from the mountain, and one of them claimed to be your old friend and wanted to go up the mountain to meet you."

The minions quickly said that Zhang San's cultivation has now climbed to the third rank of martial arts.

There was naturally a majesty in every gesture, but just staring at this minion already made him feel a little short of breath.

'The only people in the government that I know are enemies. Where can I find any friends? '

'It must be a spy who the imperial court wanted to sneak up on the mountain. '

Zhang San thought for a moment in his heart, and suddenly felt that someone must be trying to get up the mountain, his face turned serious, and he shouted: "I have never had any friends in the government, drive him away, see you!"

Liu Hu, the second master at the side, picked up a ghost knife and stood up with a whoosh: "I will kill the friend who dares to pretend to be the eldest brother."

At this moment, a hearty laughter was heard outside the hall: "Brother Zhang, is it possible that even the younger brother is missing?"

"what"

When Zhang San heard this voice, he immediately fell into deep thought. Why is this voice so familiar?
"Who is coming?"

In the Gathering Hall, Liu Hu was the first to drink and ask.

The mountain thieves in the Tang Dynasty were shocked. They set up a net at the foot of the mountain, and there was a formation specially taught by Luo Xianzun, just to prevent masters from breaking into the mountain.

What kind of strength is this person, who can ignore so many formations and rush up the mountain quietly.

Moreover, are those bandits outside the palace just a display?
"Chong"

In the Juyi hall, the sound of drawing a knife continued to be heard, and at the same time, he followed the sound and looked outside the hall.

I saw a slender and handsome man, like a ghost, flashing in from outside the hall.

"Master, be careful!"

Liu Hu yelled, and slashed at the handsome man with the ghost knife in his hand. The knife was fierce, and the knife burst out, and his cultivation had already reached the fourth rank of martial arts.

When the handsome man saw Liu Hu slashing at him, he didn't even look at him. Instead, he looked at Zhang San who was sitting on the big tiger leather chair with burning eyes.

"How dare you be so big!"

Seeing that this person ignored him, Liu Hu was furious, and couldn't help but increase his strength by three points.

The strong wind blew the blue gown on this handsome man into a rattling sound.

Seeing that Liu Hu was about to slash the man's forehead with a single blow, everyone on the field saw a blur before Zhang San suddenly appeared in front of the ghost knife, and with a "bang", he held the ghost knife in his hand .

"Brother, what do you mean?"

Liu Hu suddenly turned pale with fright, and quickly took the ghost knife back.

But Zhang San slapped the visitor on the chest hard, and laughed loudly: "Hahahaha, safe, long time no see!"

"Brother Zhang."

He Pingan said with a smile, taking a step back. After so many years, Zhang San's habit has not changed. He slaps his chest when he meets him. If this is an ordinary person, he will be killed with a slap.

"I really know you."

Liu Hu and other bandits on the side suddenly realized that the person who came was actually Zhang San's old friend, so they temporarily put down their vigilance and put away the weapons in their hands.

"Ping An, haven't seen you for many years, how are you doing now?"

Zhang San and He Pingan greeted each other a few words, and sat down as guests and hosts.

"It's okay, I'm still working as an alchemist in the Palace of Eternal Life."

He Pingan took a cup of tea brought by his subordinates and said with a smile.

Sweeping around, I saw that there were about a hundred bandits in the Juyi Hall, and their cultivation bases were not low. The leaders were generally of the third rank, and some were basically of the lower third rank.

Even a few minions have a solid foundation and steady eyes. Although they are not at the top level, they are close to the ninth level.

This is Heifeng Village, more than half of the [-] mountain bandits are close to ninth-rank martial arts.

Moreover, the bandits present were brightly armored and orderly, obviously they were not ordinary mobs, but a team with strong fighting power.

"Oh, I didn't expect you to become a member of the government after the farewell back then."

Zhang San let out a long sigh, and couldn't help but lament that things are different and people are different. The two prisoners who were under the rank back then now have their own opportunities.

"No matter where I am, Brother Zhang and I will always be brothers."

He Pingan smiled and said indifferently.

"Ping'an is right."

Zhang San nodded, as if recalling the scenes in the drug testing department back then, with a hint of warmth on his face.

"Today, the Drug Testing Department no longer exists."

He Pingan said slowly, introducing the current changes in the Hall of Eternal Life, and by the way introduced the current emperor, Emperor Longqing, saying that this is a wise emperor, which is very different from the previous Emperor Jiaming.

Zhang San was in command of Heifengzhai, so he naturally knew something about the changes in the imperial court. After listening to He Ping'an's narration, he fixed his eyes and asked, "By the way, Ping An, what's the matter for you to come here today?" ?”

He Pingan glanced left and right at the people in the hall, Zhang San understood, and immediately ordered everyone to go down, only Liu Hu, the second master, remained in the hall.

"This is my good brother Liu Hu, you can trust it, it's safe but it doesn't matter."

Zhang San introduced Liu Hu to He Pingan, and continued.

He Pingan nodded, glanced at the majestic hall, and said straight to the point: "Brother Zhang, I am here today to ask for peace at Emperor Longqing's will."

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