In the hall, a table of "good dishes" was served, and Liu Chengyou entertained Li Shaoyou alone. With no outsiders around, Li Shaoyou seemed very relaxed. He scanned the food on the table and complained slightly: "Erlang, just eat this simple meal." Poor food? Military service is inherently difficult. If my aunt knew that you treated yourself so harshly, I'm afraid she would feel bad again..."
Liu Chengyou glanced at him, pointed at the food table, and said with his usual expression: "There are fish and meat, meat and vegetables, so how can we talk about being simple? There are endless wars in the world, and many people are still hungry. This table of food is rich enough. Already."
"Hey, I know you care about the country and the people, and care about the world. But now you are a majestic prince. Even if you want to save the people from misery, you have to satisfy your own belly first."
Although he was chattering in his mouth, Li Shaoyou was not slow to take down his chopsticks. He was probably really hungry, and the food was quite delicious. After a few mouthfuls of food, he took a sip of wine and smacked his lips: "There is no delicious food, and there is no beauty." My mother is accompanying me, but this wine is quite good..."
With that said, Li Shaoyou drank up the wine in the glass in another gulp. Liu Chengyou looked at the clear and yellow wine in the glass, raised his glass and gestured to Li Shaoyou: "The Fenqing Ganjiang in Xinghua Village is naturally a good wine. This Luzhou There are some in the government office, but this time, I will entertain you in the name of public benefit and private benefit."
"That's really my honor." Li Shaoyou's tone was still relaxed.
"Erlang, I'm afraid no one has told you."
"Um?"
"You are really becoming more and more boring. Remember back then..." Li Shaoyou sighed with a look of reminiscence.
The two chatted, but mostly Li Shaoyou talked, and Liu Chengyou responded calmly. Since Liu Chengyou became "autistic", among the younger generation, only Li Shaoyou can still tolerate his character, so the relationship between the two is really good. In front of Liu Chengyou, only Li Shaoyou dared to speak so casually.
"By the way, I heard that the officials have planned to reward all the ministers..." After drinking and eating, while the servants were cleaning up the mess, Li Shaoyou revealed another piece of news to Liu Chengyou.
"Brother You, how many things have you heard with your ears?" Liu Chengyou couldn't help complaining.
Li Shaoyou chuckled: "It's just a rumor."
"Think about it, Jinyang is probably looking forward to it." Liu Chengyou said in a deep voice, thinking about it.
"That's natural. Who doesn't look forward to being promoted to an official position?" Li Shaoyou said in a somewhat arrogant tone: "With the establishment of the new dynasty, Jinyang became the center of power. He became the central minister and ruled the world. Naturally, they treated each other with eagerness and eagerness. Already."
"It is understandable that they are all ministers of the Dragon who support my Liu family and have requests. The country was founded in the early days and the economy was not yet established. The ministers worked hard to stabilize the situation. They also deserve credit." Liu Chengyou said. It seemed very peaceful.
"Hmm... However, some people suggest that the government should decide on the country's foundation early." Li Shaoyou added quietly.
"Oh..." As soon as he said this, Liu Chengyou responded softly. He looked very calm, but his whole body subconsciously tensed up, as if he had been cast on a body-fixing spell.
After staying in silence for a short while, Liu Chengyou raised his eyes and stared at his cousin calmly: "Determining the country's foundation early will be beneficial to the stability of the country and the country, which is a good thing."
"It's certainly a good thing for Brother Xun..." Li Shaoyou pursed his lips and said casually.
"Brother You, you have to change your casual temper!" Liu Chengyou slowly straightened up and said seriously.
Facing Liu Chengyou's somewhat cold gaze, Li Shaoyou also had a solemn expression on his face and said in a low tone: "Erlang, don't tell me that you don't have any ideas!"
"What do you think?" Liu Chengyou looked even more indifferent.
Paying attention to Liu Chengyou's reaction, Li Shaoyou continued in a reminding tone: "Brother Xun was the heir apparent before, and his advantages are much greater. He has always stayed in the center, accompanying the emperor, and is favored by officials. His conduct is People are praised, and there is nothing wrong with them..."
"Brother You!" Liu Chengyou suddenly interrupted Li Shaoyou, his sharp eyes glaring at him, making him feel chilled in his heart.
After a pause, Liu Chengyou said slowly: "You are drunk!"
The atmosphere suddenly became depressing, but seeing Liu Chengyou's serious autistic look, Li Shaoyou also realized that he was a little too casual this time. He immediately shook his head and said haha, trying to liven up the atmosphere. , but it was a pity that Liu Chengyou was indifferent, which made him feel embarrassed.
"I'm tired of being lonely. You can go to the Yingbin Inn to rest for now!" His face returned to normal, and Liu Chengyou waved his hands calmly, but he called "lone" in his mouth.
Sensing the change in Liu Chengyou's tone, Li Shaoyou also stood up and saluted in a dignified manner: "I'll excuse you."
Just when he turned around, Liu Chengyou spoke again, also implying a reminder: "Brother You, you talk a little too much today..."
Under the attentive reception of the officials of the guest house, Li Shaoyou moved in. Walking slowly in the corridor of the hotel, thinking about the conversation just now, Li Shaoyou's face lost the frivolity and casualness he had in front of Liu Chengyou, with a thoughtful expression, and the corners of his mouth But he slowly raised his eyebrows: "How could you not have any ideas?"
In the government office, Liu Chengyou was also meditating and soaking his feet. This cousin's alertness surprised him a little.
Of course Liu Chengyou has ideas, and he believes that there is more than one person who sees that he has ideas. After all, with the ability he has shown and his actions these days, anyone with a little knowledge can see his enterprising spirit.
However, Li Shaoyou really reminded him this time. After leading the army, his presence in Jinyang suddenly dropped too low. He did not speak up for himself above the court or in front of Liu Zhiyuan. people.
It's okay for a short time, but if it goes on for a long time, there will definitely be problems. Judging from the news brought by Li Shaoyou, someone in Jinyang at this time is already planning to take away his power and restrict his development...
The gentle and gentle face of his elder brother Liu Chengxun appeared in his mind, and Liu Chengyou had some cold guesses in his heart.
Liu Chengxun's advantages are indeed not small. He is the eldest brother and the heir apparent before. He is favored by Liu Zhiyuan and has a good reputation. He is almost a perfect heir candidate.
However, he has little influence in the army. This alone is a fatal weakness! Therefore, Liu Chengyou is not too afraid of his eldest brother. Excluding the factors that caused his death from illness "in history", Same thing. Unless, when did Liu Chengxun also start to exert influence on the army...
After thinking about it a lot, for Liu Chengyou, the most important thing right now is to find someone to speak for him in the court. He must be smart enough, have weight, and be able to speak in front of Liu Zhiyuan.
Yang Bin generally supports Liu Chengxun; Wang Zhang is Yang Bin's good friend; Guo Wei can almost be ignored; Su Yugui is a good old man who just does his academic work; as for the others, he is not familiar with them...
After much thought, I finally settled on one person: Su Fengji.
"I'm short of money, but I still have to give Judge Su a generous gift!" Liu Chengyou sighed and murmured as he moved his feet out of the cooling water basin.