Listening to the sound, Chen Chao followed the sound and saw that it was coming from the queue of civil servants, but who it was specifically because there were too many people to see clearly.
Chen Chao cursed secretly, he had long known that he couldn't escape, and he was ready to take the initiative to ask for help, but he didn't expect that he was still a step too slow, and someone else spoke first.
There is a difference between speaking out proactively and being recommended by others.
At least what the guy's intention is when he opens his mouth is worth pondering.
The Emperor of Liang looked past the ministers and landed on Chen Chao, and said calmly: "Is Chen Qing willing?"
Chen Chao walked out bravely and bowed slightly, "As a minister of Daliang, I will take the emperor's salary and do things for the people of Daliang. It is natural for me to go to the north, kill the monsters and fight for Daliang!" "
"Okay, Chen Qing is indeed the pillar of the country. I am very relieved to have Chen Qing."
Emperor Liang smiled lightly and looked meaningfully at the courtier who had spoken before. Standing here, he could naturally see clearly who was speaking.
But before Emperor Daliang could speak, a courtier soon came out and said, "Your Majesty, this important matter is for the sake of Daliang's face. How can it be decided so hastily? I'm afraid we have to be cautious no matter what." .”
When he heard this suddenly, he thought it was fair, but Taishi Ling's brows were already frowning. Although he had no dealings with Chen Chao, it was because Chen Chao had not made any merit in his eyes, so he was favored by His Majesty the Emperor, but in the eyes of others, At first glance, Chen Chao has already proven himself in the martial arts test of Wanliuhui. Among the young people in the current dynasty, it is difficult for anyone to compare with him. There should be no doubt that Chen Chao will be selected.
What's more, this kind of thing is a matter of risking one's life. Tai Shiling doesn't think that many people are willing to fight for it.
This courtier must have an ulterior motive when he opens his mouth.
Chen Chao also looked at the courtier a few more times and frowned. In just a moment, he had already figured out what the other person was thinking. He probably just wanted to make himself sick.
Last winter, a certain master from the academy was arrested, and his reputation among scholars was already extremely bad. However, he did not expect that someone would come out to make people disgusted about this matter at this moment.
Emperor Liang glanced at the courtier and said calmly: "You also want to contribute to the country? But in my opinion, you may have some ability to govern the country, but you'd better not get involved in this kind of fighting and killing." .”
The courtier originally thought that he would take the lead and embarrass Chen Chao by saying these words, but he did not expect that His Majesty the Emperor would be so ruthless and dismissed it with just one sentence. Fortunately, he It seemed that he knew how to advance and retreat. After his face changed slightly, the courtier said, "I have spoken too much. Please forgive me, Your Majesty."
The emperor laughed it off.
It seems to be just a small episode, but in fact anyone with a discerning eye has figured out something different here.
A group of civil servants, after all, have any say in these matters? Even if this kind of matter is discussed at the court meeting, it will only be the guardian envoys and Tianyuyuan, plus the gods. Big families are closely related. His Majesty the Emperor spoke like this before. In fact, his purpose was very simple. He almost wanted to build momentum for the young warrior. However, some people in the government and the public did not want to see such a scene.
Therefore, Emperor Liang didn't know whether it was a temporary idea or a plan that had been planned for a long time. At this moment, it was like a mirror in the mirror, which was directly shattered.
However, he dared to refute His Majesty the Emperor's face like this at the court meeting. His Majesty the Emperor guessed that although he would not do anything on the surface, secretly, it was hard to say what the official career of this courtier would be.
As expected, after the Chen Dynasty came into being, Song Lian, the commander of the left guard, and Ye Dayuan, the commander of the right guard, came out to recommend many people. This time, no one came out to say anything.
After that, the vice president of Tianyuyuan also said some names. In fact, this is the normal process.
But it is destined that the leader this time is Chen Chao, and it can only be Chen Chao.
However, after they finished talking, many people suddenly remembered something, that is, there was no academy in these lists.
Although the academy is still a monk outside the country in theory, it has been rooted in Shendu for many years. In addition, many of its scholars have been officials in the Liang Dynasty for a long time. Many people are actually willing to tie the academy and Daliang together subconsciously. It can be said that
Come to think of it, the dean did not come to the meeting today, which may explain some problems.
But then a chamberlain hurriedly came from a distance, knelt down in front of the jade, and said, "Your Majesty, the academy is thanking Nandu and asking to see your Majesty!"
Emperor Daliang's expression remained unchanged and he said calmly: "Xuan."
The three words "Xie Nandu" caused a commotion among the courtiers. It is really because this name represents too much. She is a close disciple of the dean and a talented woman of the Xie family. In the Liang Dynasty, her name has long been resounding everywhere.
And its reputation is much better than that of Chen Chao.
After all, just the title of disciple of the dean has already destined Xie Nandu to be deeply admired by scholars all over the world. It’s just that the original leader of Wanliu Hui’s literary examination now wants to enter the palace to meet the saint before the court meeting is over.
What?
Many courtiers couldn't figure it out, and many courtiers simply didn't think about it. They even looked forward to it. They had heard this name too many times, but they had never seen it. It was probably a blessing to be able to see it today.
Chen Chao's expression was the most complicated. He had talked with Xie Nandu before, but failed to convince him. He originally thought that he had not seen Xie Nandu in the palace before, maybe she had changed her mind, but now she still came, asking Chen
He had mixed emotions. From his own selfish point of view, this trip to the northern border was destined to be difficult and dangerous. He did not want Xie Nandu to take risks, but he also knew very well that there was never anything that the woman wanted to do.
People can persuade you.
In the eyes of the courtiers, a woman in a long cyan dress walked slowly towards her. After just a moment, many officials who were not yet old enough stared at her eyes. They had long heard that this strange woman from the academy was not only known as a talented woman, but also had a special talent.
Zhang Guoshen's face was just a rumor, but they had never really thought about how beautiful and fragrant it was. Until they finally saw it, everyone was stunned.
The woman in front of her did not apply makeup, but her face alone could take away all the brilliance in the world. The Liang Dynasty did not imitate Fang Wai and set up any fairy list. If there was, this Xie family
The talented woman will definitely win the first prize, no surprise.
Emperor Liang looked at the young woman whom he had not seen a few times, with a smile on his face.
It is true that there are some women in the world. Even if they have no intention of admiring her, they can't help but feel admiration just by looking at her.
However, when Emperor Liang looked at Xie Nandu at this moment, he thought of another woman.
Both came from the academy, so the two of them are somewhat similar.
When this talented lady from the academy came to stand in the arena, everyone was waiting for her to speak, wanting to hear what this prestigious talented girl would say. Even Emperor Liang was a little curious about this person who chose to enter the palace at this moment.
What will the woman say?
Chen Chao also raised his head and looked at Xie Nandu.
Xie Nandu didn't seem to notice that everyone was looking at her. She just raised her head, smiled and looked at Emperor Daliang in front of her, and said softly: "Your Majesty, Xie Nandu from the academy has come to ask for a battle."
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A troubled autumn is also a rainy autumn.
It seems that something is always happening in the gods these days. A princess passed away in the past, and then there was the first time in the history of the Liang Dynasty that the demon clan was not fighting on the battlefield. Such major events should have been discussed and decided by the courtiers, but the emperor
Your Majesty has always acted vigorously and resolutely, and Her Royal Highness the Princess passed away not long ago. His Majesty the Emperor is now in a bad mood. It is probably known to everyone, so no one dares to get into trouble with such a matter. Besides, the Emperor
Since His Majesty came to the throne, he has been able to discuss matters such as running the country with the ministers in the court, but how has he ever listened to them on military and state affairs?
A few years ago, His Majesty the Emperor insisted on using half of the annual revenue from the treasury to build up the northern border army. This also caused a stir at the time. The commotion caused at that time was not small. There were at least a dozen court officials.
The Central Minister expressed objections, and there was even more than one incident of blood splattering at the palace gate. However, His Majesty the Emperor simply said in an understatement that I was not negotiating with you. At the time of speaking, the Minister of the Ministry of Finance, who was in his prime, was dismissed on the spot.
Did you ask him to retire and return to his hometown?
After that, if anyone in the DPRK raises objections, he will be demoted or dismissed.
In that month, almost a quarter of the officials in the court were involved, and there were even many vacancies in many yamen. But even so, in the face of the advice of the veterans in the court, His Majesty still insisted on going his own way.
Last year, the victory in the northern border was achieved, finally ending the situation where the human race had been passively beaten since the Qi Dynasty.
Although it is difficult to say whether Daliang will win again in the next battle, but with the results of this battle alone, His Majesty the Emperor may be criticized for being arbitrary in the eyes of the courtiers in the DPRK, but in the hearts of the people all over the world, His Majesty the Emperor
, but his real fame is chasing that of Emperor Taizu Gao, and even Emperor Taizong has been left behind by him.
In recent years, those who have done good things have even begun to think about what posthumous title should be used after the death of His Majesty the Emperor to be worthy of his great achievements.
After the dynasty dispersed that day, the candidates for the Northern Territory had almost been finalized. There were about thirty people from the guard envoys and Tianyuyuan in total. After that, the young leaders of the major families selected another twenty people. Finally, the academy members
Although the dean did not want to get involved in this matter, he did not strictly order the academy students not to participate. With Xie Nandu taking the lead, there were about 20 people in the end, a total of more than 70 people, plus some from the northern border army.
Thirty people were found, a total of one hundred people, who were the candidates sent by Daliang this time.
Of course, the people who set off from Shendu were led by Chen Chao, while the northern border troops had their own arrangements.
And Chen Chao has not been idle these days. On the second day after the court meeting, the swordsmiths from Jianqi Mountain finally arrived in the divine capital, and the number of them was much larger than what the owner of the mountain, Mrs. Yang, had said before.
, there were more than sixty people, including young and old. Many gray-haired swordsmiths probably felt bored after spending a lifetime in Jianqi Mountain, so they chose to come to Shendu to have a look. As for those in their prime,
Most of the men are dull and don't like to talk very much. After meeting Chen Chao, the first thing they do is ask when they will start.
Fortunately, Chen Chao was well prepared and didn't find it troublesome. After constant discussions with the Ministry of Industry, he finally came up with a plan that satisfied both parties, and then the Jianqi Mountains were properly placed.
However, there was a young swordsman among them, named Wen Yue, who took the initiative to talk to him, "Chen Chao, I have heard your name. The last time you came to Jianqi Mountain, I was in retreat and couldn't see you. When will you be free?"
, let’s join hands?”
Chen Chao looked at the young swordsman in front of him who had not yet reached the other side of the realm. He shook his head and said, "If I fight you without my realm, I won't be able to win without force."
Wen Yue was not upset at being underestimated. He just smiled and said, "Let's put it another way. During this trip to the north, who can kill more monsters?"
Chen Chao smiled and nodded, but then said: "The main thing is to save your life. Let's see who can come back alive. If you can't come back, there is no point in killing many monsters."
Wen Yue nodded. This young swordsman had no hostility toward him. He just looked at Chen Chao and asked curiously: "I heard that your best thing is killing monsters. Is it true?"
Chen Chao nodded and did not hide it, but said bluntly: "I have been a guard envoy for a long time, and my job is to kill monsters."
Wen Yue asked again: "I heard that the man from the academy can control nine flying swords. Is it true?"
Chen Chao asked back: "It's the flying sword that was taken away from your Jianqi Mountain. Why do you ask me about such a thing?"
"Can I introduce you? I heard that you have a good relationship with her. I heard that she is very beautiful and is destined to become a female swordsman in the future?" Wen Yue said with a smile, very interested in Xie Nandu.
Chen Chao did not answer the question, but changed the subject and asked: "How many people from your Jianqi Mountain want to go to the north?"
Wen Yue pointed at himself, "I'm the only one."
Chen Chao was startled, then smiled bitterly and said, "Not even one is missing."
Wen Yue knew what he meant and didn't say much. He just smiled and said, "I'll go with you then."
Chen Chao frowned, "This doesn't seem very appropriate."
"The mountain master said that I am the only one who has to go out into the muddy water, so I am too lazy to send an elder to escort me. Since Jianqi Mountain and Daliang have made a deal, why can't I help you out?"
Wen Yue smiled and touched the flying sword called Shan Yue on his waist. According to him, this flying sword was forged by himself. When it came out of the furnace, it was connected to his mind.
Chen Chao smiled and said: "It's not troublesome, mainly because I'm afraid it will be inconvenient for you."
Wen Yue said nonchalantly: "Just refuse to admit it when the time comes. That's what the mountain master means anyway."
Now that everything has been said, Chen Chao couldn't say anything and could only nod.
Later, Wen Yue said that although he was young, his sword-making skills were not bad. He wanted to find a good talent in the Ministry of Industry and teach him how to make flying swords. However, this time the time was too short, so he could only make a start and wait until he came from the north.
After returning to the realm, he will stay in the divine capital for a few days, and then travel around the world to improve his swordsmanship.
Chen Chao smiled and said, "There don't seem to be many craftsmen younger than you at the Ministry of Industry. Don't you feel awkward?"
"Don't you understand that an expert is a teacher? But I've looked at it these past few days, and there really isn't anything I like. I'm not just trying to teach a craftsman who can help you cast ordnance in the future, but
I really want to find a guy who can also forge flying swords in the future."
Chen Chao was surprised and said: "If you do this, if he doesn't go to Jianqi Mountain in the future, will Jianqi Mountain become furious when he finds out?"
Wen Yue smiled and said: "It doesn't matter, anyway, they all say that I am rebellious. Besides, every swordsmith can shake the foundation of Jianqi Mountain, so you are really thinking too much."
Chen Chao thought for a while and suddenly said: "Maybe I can really find a talent for you, but that person is not in the Ministry of Works, and I don't know if he has this potential."
Wen Yue said indifferently: "Ask him to come to me and I will see for myself."
Chen Chao nodded, already having a candidate in mind.
Wen Yue suddenly patted Chen Chao on the shoulder and said with a smile: "I'll tell you a secret. Before I went to Jianqi Mountain, I also lived in Shendu."
Chen Chao raised his eyebrows, "Have you forgotten your roots?"
"I can't forget it. I remember that the sweet-scented osmanthus cake in the alley in front of my house was very delicious when I was a kid. I don't know if it is still sold now."
Wen Yue laughed and scolded in a low voice: "As you talk, you still get greedy. Come with me to go shopping. If there is still more, can I treat you to something?"
Chen Chao did not refuse. He still had a good impression of the young sword cultivator in front of him, probably because this guy was extremely frank.
"By the way, you don't think I want to steal that girl from you, so you hide it from me?"
"A little."
"Then you are so stingy."
"I can't help it, the girl is too good to let go."
"Tsk, tsk, tsk, you are quite honest. I don't know why those monks keep scolding you."
"Probably jealous."
"You are so shameless."
"What a coincidence, a girl said the same thing about me."
"..."
At dusk, Chen Chao, carrying the sweet-scented osmanthus cake wrapped in oil paper, returned to the small courtyard of the academy. He just entered the academy and walked to the South Lake. He saw many academy students gathering together and the crowd was noisy. Chen Chao frowned, not knowing what was going on inside.
It's hard to find anyone to ask what happened. After all, how many students in this academy have no ill intentions towards him?
It's really hard to say.
However, Chen Chao soon discovered a familiar face among them, it was Wang Kuan.
Chen Chao had met him once before at the royal banquet.
Seeing Chen Chao's confused face, Wang Kuan took the initiative to squeeze out of the crowd, came to Chen Chao's side, and whispered with a smile: "We have a guest from the academy."
Chen Chao joked: "This doesn't look like a guest coming."
Wang Kuan smiled and said: "Evil guests are good guests, but they are not provocative to the academy. They are just here to see the girl you like. Most people come to see the fun, but you should be very interested."
Chen Chao raised his eyebrows.
"On the Hidden Dragon Ranking, you were ranked third last time, and the two in front happened to be the double walls of the Taoist Gate."
Wang Kuan said softly: "Now one of them is here."
Chen Chao thought for a while and said, "Ye Zhihua?"
Wang Kuan asked curiously: "Why not guess the other one?"
Chen Chao shook his head. He had dealt with Yun Jianyue and knew that he had someone in his heart and would not take the initiative to see other women.
Then there is only the one who, as a woman, occupied the first place in Qianlong's list and is now in second place.
Outside the country, there are fairies like this and fairies like that, but among the younger generation of women, Ye Zhihua is the best.
Xie Nandu once again took the lead among the younger generation of women in Daliang.
The two men met.
Chen Chao murmured: "You won't start a fight, right?"
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