Because of Tong Mu's enthusiasm to stay, Sun Tu and Ya'er stayed in the Tong Mansion for the next few days. Even if they went out to play, they were accompanied by the Tong family's slaves, and their lives were really good.
But what he didn't know was that a few days were enough for someone to find out all his details and report this to Fang Qian.
As an important institution in the Song Dynasty that coexisted with the Political Affairs Hall and was responsible for military affairs, the Privy Council was naturally located within the imperial city. It was not accessible to ordinary people, so the environment here was particularly quiet. In the summer, you could not even hear a cicada chirp. arrive. Fang Qian came to the official hall belonging to Tong Guan at noon. After seeing his benefactor closing his eyes and concentrating, he walked in quietly and whispered: "Tong Shuai."
After hearing this, Tong Guan slowly opened his eyes: "What do you have to report?"
"It's not a big deal, it's just that the person who was sent to Yuncheng County, Shandong Province to find out the details of Sun Tu has returned."
"Oh? Tell me." Tong Guan said with interest, sitting upright.
Fang Qian put a document in his hand on the case and then spoke in detail: "This Sun Tu really has no background. He was just a wine shop owner and a maritime businessman. His father and brother were shipwrecked last year..."
Listening quietly to the staff recounting Sun Tu's past, even Tong Guan showed a slightly surprised look: "This man is really interesting. But from this point of view, he really doesn't look like You were ordered to appear next to me."
"There should be no problem with this, and this boy does have some abilities. Even the generals under Liang Zhongshu's account favor him. Sun Tu's name is in the merit book reported to the Grand Master before."
"Is there such a thing?" Tong Guan was even more moved. It seemed that this young man was really a useful talent.
"However, there is still some doubts about one thing. The reason why Sun Tu was found out in his humble position and was put in charge of the yamen service this time was because of the manipulation of Liu Yuan, the county bureau chief. But after he took the order and left Yuncheng County, that Liu Yuan died suddenly and suddenly. Although people from the local county government checked and said he died from being struck by lightning, it's hard to say what the truth is." Fang Qian added.
Tong Guan glanced at the other party clearly: "Are you suspecting that Sun Tu did this?"
"With his courage, he can really do such a thing, but I don't dare to say how despicable the truth is." Some words just need to be said immediately, but saying too much will make Tong Guan have other thoughts about himself.
Tong Guan only thought for a moment and then laughed: "Actually, this is irrelevant. If he really has the courage, it may not be a bad thing for us. He is brave enough, has insights, and his methods are not low. Such a young man You don't see many people, so if he can be of use to me, it will be a great help. What's more, he has also formed a good relationship with Liang Zhongshu and Taishi Cai, which will be even better."
Fang Qian agreed. He knew that Tong Guan had already planned to take Sun Tu under his wing. As long as this young man was really capable, he would definitely have a place in the court in a few years!
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Sun Tu didn't know that good luck had fallen on him. He just felt that his life was indeed quite good and he no longer had to worry about money for food and shelter. Moreover, his relationship with Tong Mu has become closer as they have been together for a long time. The other party has said several times that he will help him solve the troubles in Hubu.
Early this morning, Young Master Tong was in good health after recuperating for several days, so he decided to take Sun Tu around the city. With him taking them, it would naturally be much more orderly than if Sun Tu and the others were wandering around on their own.
But when the two of them arrived at the second courtyard, a burst of shouting attracted their attention. In the small school field on the left, there were about a dozen men practicing wrestling, which was quite lively. .
As a privy envoy, and someone who had led the Western Army in several battles with the Xixia people, Tong Guan was indeed martial. For this reason, a school ground was specially opened in his vast mansion for his subordinates to practice. It's just that no one was seen here in the past few days, but today someone actually started practicing, which made Sun Tu and others who were passing by feel a little curious.
Their passing also quickly attracted the attention of several people in the school grounds, including the young man from before. Seeing Sun Tu and Tong Mu walking side by side, a hint of gloom flashed in his eyes, but it quickly disappeared. He put on a smile and took the initiative to greet him: "Second Young Master, are you feeling better?"
"It's Cousin Yun. My health is much better. Thank you for your concern." Tong Mu saw him and quickly returned the greeting with a smile. With that said, Sun Tu and he were introduced to each other. It turned out that this person was called Zhou Yun, and he was Tong Guan's grandnephew, and he was considered a cousin with Tong Mu.
Sun Tu couldn't help but murmur in his heart, how could Tong Guan, a eunuch, have such relatives belonging to the wife family? But then there was a twist. Although he had lost his sexual characteristics as a man, it did not affect his ability to marry. After all, for a man of his status, it was not a problem for him to have ten or eight wives and concubines to keep at home.
After seeing the ceremony, Zhou Yun asked Tong Mu a few questions with concern, and then said seriously: "Second Young Master, I have to tell you a few words. Since you are the direct grandson of my Tong family, why don't you You should take good care of your body. You can't be as weak and weak as you are now. Come on, why not practice with us so that you can strengthen your body and mind."
Tong Mu originally planned to decline politely, but the other party enthusiastically half-invited and half-pulled him away. He couldn't resist, so he could only walk to the school grounds with Sun Tu and the others.
However, some of the stone locks, swords, guns and sticks and other equipment placed there were beyond his control. Even if he managed to get started, he still looked trembling and timid, which looked a bit funny.
Sun Tu watched from the side and had already vaguely discerned some clues. He was afraid that this young cousin had evil intentions and wanted to make Tong Mu look embarrassed in front of everyone. But as an outsider, he couldn't stand up and say anything at this time, so he could only watch in embarrassment. But soon, he thought about something again. Didn't he still have some simple exercise equipment such as dumbbells and pulleys in his warehouse? He could take them out for Tong Mu to use in private.
While he was thinking about it, Zhou Yun suddenly laid his eyes on him: "Sun Tu, you saved Yuan'er and the Second Young Master earlier, I have to thank you on behalf of our family."
"I don't dare. I just met him by chance."
"I heard that you saved Yuan'er because of the kidnapper who was caught in the street? It seems that you must be good at martial arts?" Zhou Yun said, already narrowing his eyes.
Sun Tu felt something immediately. It seemed that this guy wanted to cause trouble for him. Pulling Tong Mu into the school just now was obviously just a pretext, but his real target was himself! I was thinking in my heart, but said in my mouth: "It's just some small tricks, not worth mentioning."
"Brother Sun, you are too modest. Since you have unique skills, you should open everyone's eyes. Cui Huazhong, come and challenge Brother Sun and let us see what he is capable of." Zhou Yun did not give in to Sun Tu at all. opportunity, he immediately gave the order.
As soon as the voice fell, a strong man over eight feet tall and as burly as an iron tower strode over. He looked at Sun Tu condescendingly and said, "Brother Sun, Sajia comes to compete with you on a few moves. !”
"Cousin Yun, this..." Tong Mu was shocked when he saw this, because the difference in stature between Sun Tu and his opponent was too big. He only reached Cui's chest, and his body was only half of his opponent's.
"Second Young Master, don't worry. It's just for fun, no one will be hurt. And with Sun's ability, he will definitely not back down, right?" Zhou Yun pressed again.
At this time, Sun Turuo would be looked down upon if he backed down any more, so he smiled: "Since it's just a matter of time, it's okay. I hope Brother Cui will be merciful!" As he said that, he took off his upper body clothes and stood up with his feet. Open and put on a defensive stance.
"Third brother..." Seeing that Sun Tu was going to fight such a big man, Ya'er was extremely nervous, but she believed in her heart that her third brother could win, and her eyes were fixed on these two people.
With a low shout from Cui Huaizhong, he rushed forward first, just like a tiger hunting a prey or a lion hunting a rabbit, with terrifying momentum!