As soon as Qiu Yizhi left the capital and returned to the Youyan Army camp, he was summoned by Zheng Rong for questioning.
The defenders of Youyan King Zheng Rong's tent had already retreated, and only Zhongli Kuang was left in the tent, waiting for Qiu Yi to come and speak.
Seeing the solemn atmosphere in the tent, Qiu Yizhi calmed down and was about to bow down, but Zheng Rong said: "Don't be polite. I want to ask you first, what did you say after seeing Zheng Yao? You have to tell me everything." speak clearly."
Qiu Yi had known that Zheng Rong had asked this question, so he told the story in detail from beginning to end, and finally added: "This incident was witnessed by all the soldiers in the army, and second brother Zheng Sen was the guarantor later. If your adoptive father doesn't believe it, you can ask them."
When Zheng Rong heard the last word, he finally let out a sigh of relief. He was silent for a long time and then said, "You did a great job. It's not like I can't trust you. If I can't trust you, how can I entrust you with the most important thing in the world?" I'm here to ask for clarification, just to hear if there are any mistakes and to help you deal with the aftermath."
Zheng Rong's performance in front of Taixing Hall still lingered in Qiu Yizhi's mind for a long time, making him feel a little afraid of his adoptive father from the bottom of his heart. He quickly bowed deeply, but didn't know what to do. answer.
But Zheng Rongping raised his right hand, tapped a small horse next to him, motioned Qiu Yizhi to sit down, and said: "Luoyang has been defeated, Zheng Yao has died, and the rebellion has been successful in less than half a year. God really favors me! Zhongli!" Sir, I have determined that the next three days will be an auspicious day. After I officially enter the capital and worship my ancestors, I will choose an auspicious day to ascend the throne and proclaim myself emperor. Then I will be done!"
Qiu Yizhi bowed and said "yes", but did not want to say any more.
Zheng Rong nodded and said: "In the past six months, you have done a lot for Gu. If we want to discuss the merits of reversing the first, it must be you Qiu Yi! When Gu ascends to the great treasure, I will not treat you badly. These words I have told you many times."
When Qiu Yizhi heard this, he stood up and said: "Yizhi is just doing some conspiracy and evil things. His luck and success are all thanks to the blessings of his adoptive father. I really don't dare to take credit."
Zheng Rong waved his hands and said: "Clear rewards and punishments are the long-standing tradition of our Youyan Palace. There is no need to be too humble. Gu Ye once said that after success, no matter what official title you want in the court, you can choose whatever you want. Just choose. However, now that I think about it, what I said at that time was too much - it is really shocking that you became the prime minister at a young age, not to mention that I originally wanted to worship Mr. Zhongli as the prime minister, but you took his position and asked him to do so. Do you want to do it?"
Having said this, Zheng Rong grinned and said with a smile: "Besides, since ancient times, people with different surnames have had no good consequences. As for the princes and princes below the king's title, Yi Zhi can choose them at will, and it will be nothing more than a decree. ”
Qiu Yi was so busy that he bowed his head again and said: "Yi Zhi is just doing things for his adoptive father sincerely. How dare he have such an attempt? Now that his adoptive father has completed his work and is about to ascend to the throne, Yi Zhi just wants to rest for a while and indulge in the mountains and rivers. ”
Zheng Rong nodded and smiled: "What you said is well-measured and very consistent with Gu's wishes! But now I have one more thing to ask you to do. I wonder if you are willing?"
"Whatever happens to my adoptive father, even if he has given orders, he will go through fire and water..."
"Hahaha!" Zheng Rong laughed and interrupted Qiu Yizhi, "This matter is not so difficult. Yizhi is twenty-two years old this year, and your third brother Zheng Miao is about the same age as you and has been married for several years. . Seeing that you have accomplished your great career, it is time to start a family. How about I find a beautiful woman for you and then choose a good day to host your wedding ceremony myself? "
Qiu Yizhi was shocked when he heard this. He had thought about it, but he never expected that Zheng Rong would actually make this suggestion in this matter. He quickly declined and said: "This matter... Yizhi has never considered this matter..."
Zheng Rong smiled again and said: "You have worked so hard for me in the past few years, and it has really delayed you. That's why I want to be a matchmaker for you personally. Speaking of which, if I have a daughter, I will marry you so that you can do the same." There is nothing more appropriate than having the title of consort. It's just that Gu Nai is a man who lacks blessings. He only has three sons and no princess to marry you. However, there is a princess beside you. I wonder if you are interested in it. "
Qiu Yizhi was stunned when he heard this, and then said after a while: "Did the foster father talk about Yiran?"
"Exactly!" Zheng Rong smiled, "I have been raising Princess Yiran alone for some years, and you and I are also childhood sweethearts. She also has the identity of the princess of Bohai Country, and marrying her is not an injustice. What do you think of this?"
Qiu Yizhi hurriedly waved his hands and said: "I remember that the princess and Yi Zhi have treated each other like brothers and sisters since childhood. Yi Zhi has never thought about such things... Besides, she is the princess of Fanbang... Yi Zhi is really inconvenienced. …”
Zheng Rong did not expect that such a lawless person like Qiu Yizhi still had Huayi defense in his heart. Although he was a little unhappy in his heart, he could not scold him directly because of the sage's quotations, and said: "Dai Luanxiang has a girl under his knees who has not yet been married. I have met Gu Ye several times, and his appearance is first-class. He is about the same age as you, and his family background is also very innocent. I wonder if you would like him? "
Qiu Yizhi shook his head and refused again.
"Nagu's two brothers - Zheng Hua, King of Heluo, and Zheng Gui, King of Lingnan - also have several princesses. I will slowly look for a suitable one among them. When the time comes, I will adopt her as an adopted daughter, seal the title of princess, and betrothed to you. ?" Zheng Rong said, a hint of impatience slowly appearing on his face.
At this point, Qiu Yizhi finally understood the purpose of his adoptive father's rush to get her married - he just wanted to bind Bohai Kingdom, Dai Luanxiang or two vassal kings of his generation through his marriage.
He, Qiu Yizhi, has always been a person who takes soft things rather than hard ones. Zheng Rong's performance in front of Taixing Palace just now made him feel chilled by the intrigues and intrigues among the royal family, and he did not want to be trapped in it for the rest of his life. You can't extricate yourself from it.
So Qiu Yizhi became determined and said: "Yizhi just wants to find an ordinary woman to get married with..."
These words just revealed Zheng Rong's thoughts.
He was about to become the emperor, how could he allow others to guess his emperor's intentions? He suddenly became furious, slapped the tables in front of him, and shouted loudly: "This won't work, that won't work either. Could it be? Do you, Qiu Yizhi, want to resist the decree? Are you still thinking about that demon girl from Tianzun?"
Qiu Yizhi has been busy with military affairs in the past few months. Although he occasionally thought of Wen Lingjiao, the saint of Tianzun Sect, it only flashed through his mind. Today, he was suddenly mentioned by his adoptive father, and it really aroused the hidden thoughts in him. A trace of gratitude in my heart. He was left speechless for a moment, standing there blankly, staring at Zheng Rong.
Zheng Rong also looked at Qiu Yizhi with his eyes and his heart was filled with ups and downs - after six months of experience, Qiu Yizhi, this kid, is no longer inferior to anyone in the world in terms of wisdom and strategy. He has been by his side for a long time, and there is no secret or important matter in Prince Youyan's palace that he doesn't know. Recently, he has done a lot of shameful things, and he has countless tricks in his hands - is it okay to keep such a person by his side? Isn’t it a legacy of raising tigers
"Just find a reason to kill him!" Zheng Rong thought of this, the corners of his mouth sank, and there was an imperceptible murderous aura between his brows. But then he thought again: "I have not yet reached the throne, and there are not a few forces in the world that oppose me. If I kill the meritorious ministers now, it will chill the hearts of those who follow me... "
The three people in the tent were silent, and the atmosphere was awkward for a while.
But I heard Zhongli Kuang open a folding fan that has always been in his hand all year round with a "swish" sound, and said slowly: "Yizhi, why don't you bow down and apologize?"
Hearing this, Qiu Yizhi quickly knelt down on the ground: "Yizhi is an ignorant child, please forgive me for my foster father!"
Zheng Rong remembered that Qiu Yizhi was doing things for him wholeheartedly, and indeed there was no hesitation at all. He was silent for a long time, and finally smiled and said: "Yizhi, please get up. Gu Ye was just asking casually, wanting to make a beautiful marriage happen. That’s all. Since you’re not willing to do this now...it’s okay, don’t rush it, just get up and sit down.”
Qiu Yizhi breathed a sigh of relief, kowtowed again, stood up and sat on the original horse.
Then Zhongli Kuang changed the subject and said: "Your Majesty just said it well. Although the overall situation has been decided, it is not yet complete. There are still a few urgent things to be done. If these things are not handled well, it may also affect the overall situation."
Zheng Rong knew that his capable adviser always spoke straightforwardly, without any pretense or alarmism, so he said, "Please give me some advice, sir!"
Zhongli Kuang stood up and walked around calmly: "The prince has now mastered the Youyan, Henan, and Guannai roads, and the capital Luoyang is also under control. However, there are still seven roads in the world that have not been surrendered, and there are still variables. Especially Lingnan. Your Majesty, you have many good soldiers and generals, and they are always rebellious, so you should not underestimate them."
Zheng Rong nodded and answered: "If the world decides, then Zheng Gui will not take the risk and attack the stone with an egg. The two things Mr. said are actually the same thing."
"Your Majesty!" Zhongli Kuang said, "Although this matter is big, it is not difficult to handle. After the students draft a document overnight, it will be circulated throughout the world. Your Majesty will send a few more trusted generals to lead the army south, and the world will surely be conquered." When all the Taoists see the King's power, everyone will surely turn to him. The Prince of Lingnan will also respect his status and not dare to cause trouble rashly."
When Qiu Yizhi heard what Zhongli Kuang said, he quickly took over the words and said: "Yizhi is willing to lead an army and go south to share the worries of his adoptive father!"
Zhongli Kuang waved his hand and said: "This matter can be handled well by sending two generals, Cui Nan and Wei Hu, and selecting a few right-hand assistants to accompany them. In fact, it is not a difficult task."
Zheng Rong nodded and said: "According to Sir's arrangement, I will issue an order early tomorrow morning, ordering Generals Cui Nan and Wei Hu to lead the army southward in two directions."
Zhongli Kuang added: "The second thing. The capital is the heart of the world. The six ministries of the imperial court are in charge of the world's finances, criminal names, soldiers and other affairs. They must start their work immediately. The students think that there are no major events in Tongguan now, so Zheng Xin can be transferred Come here and mediate this matter. I wonder what your Majesty wants?"
Zheng Rong nodded and said: "Okay, I will write a letter and send it to Zheng Xin on a fast horse."
"Also, although the officials in the capital are relatively stable now, there are still many people who are dissatisfied. If they openly and secretly oppose the prince, it will be very difficult to handle. This matter involves the hearts of the officials, so please don't ignore it. Seeing Zheng Rong nod silently, Zhongli Kuang continued, "All the generals in the imperial court have old ties with the prince, and Marshal Dai Luanxiang has surrendered to the prince. As long as you two come forward, it will not be difficult."
Zheng Rong nodded in agreement after hearing this.
"However, it is difficult for civil servants to deal with it. It turns out that the old prime minister Yang Yuanzhi is on good terms with the prince. With his prestige, if he had come forward, the matter would have been easier with half the effort... "
"Hmph! I don't know what kind of evil this old guy has got, but he dares to help the emperor to slander me!" Zheng Rong interrupted Zhongli Kuang bitterly, "I must be punished severely to eliminate the hatred in my heart!" (To be completed!) Continued)