Compared to Cheng Zhijie, who was frightened and fearful, with his grandson, Duke Kaoguo Dugu Kaiyuan lived happily every day. He went to the palace every few days to see him. Li Chengqian understood the old man's love of licking his calf. His life was hard, his wife and son were killed, and only a pair of grandchildren were left in the family. Now that he had added more people, he would quickly rush his little crutch.

Now, Li Chengqian came back early today. Seeing that the old man had not left, he left him for a meal, talked about the family, and saw that the old man lived in Chang'an. He would rather love the soil in his hometown than love the ten thousand taels of gold in a foreign land. Dugu Kai spent half his life in Luoyang. For the future of the Crown Princess and Sisters, he went here and delayed his life of retirement, so he cared for the capital of emotion and reason.

"The old Duke lives a comfortable life in Chang'an. If you have any dissatisfaction, just tell Miaoyin, don't be polite!" As he spoke, Li Chengqian waved to Heng and signaled him to bring the things over.

Under the curious gaze of the old man, Li Chengqian personally opened the long box, took out a carefully carved crutch from it and handed it to Dugu Kaiyuan, and continued: "This crutch was made by Gu and Du Gou. The main body of the material is golden nanmu, and the wrapped hand is a piece of warm jade. The patterns on it also mean auspicious and longevity patterns. Miaoyin said that in a few days, you will be the 70th birthday, which is what we and our husbands wish."

Hearing Li Chengqian's words, Dugu Kaiyuan replied with a smile: "I am so old, my food and drink cost is not as good as you young people. I am the same when I stay there. However, your highness's intention touched the old minister. This person's heart sometimes smells bad when I put it aside." After saying that, the old man put down his chopsticks, got up and tried the crutches prepared by his grandson-in-law.

Hum? The old man has something to say. Even if he is not the grandfather of the Crown Princess, who dares to be angry with him with the prestige of the Dugu family and the identity of the founding hero! Curious, Li Chengqian asked with a smile: "Old Duke, what's the point? It's the one who doesn't win the eyes that dares to make you angry. Come and talk to Gu, and Gu vent his anger for you."

If Li Chengqian had not given him such a considerate gift today, Old Dugu would not have felt that way, because this was not a big deal, and it also involved the reputation of a family. But his old friend was really frustrated. If he didn't say a few words for him, the old man would be unable to be so angry.

Afterwards, Dugu Kaiyuan told Li Chengqian in detail about his "experience" after coming to Chang'an City. No matter whether it is his seniority or age, there are not many people who live in the same era as him. In Chang'an, Changsun Shunde and Chen Shuda were the two, so the three old guys had a drink together for a few drinks.

Needless to say, Changsun Shunde, their Changsun family had a descendant, a chieftain, and the children in the family were all high-ranking officials and horses were riding. Naturally, he had no worries. He was happy every day, and no matter where he walked, he would be respected.

But Chen Shuda is different. It was his birthday before the New Year, and a lot of invitations were sent, but there were less than five tables of people coming to the banquet. Many former disciples and officials sent servants to give gifts to him. They didn't care about the feeling of the old birthday star at all.

Dugu Kaiyuan understood that Chen Shuda was holding the title of Duke of Jiang, and was an outdated prime minister. He could not take care of them in his official career, so it would not be a problem whether he looked at his "teacher". At the same time, everyone would not stand up and blame each other, so he just went there in a daze.

Dugu Kaiyuan is a military general. Although he is old, his temper is still very hot. Seeing that his old friend was carried over by anger, he acted and asked to go to the bastards to argue. Chang'an City said whether it was big or small, and there were always times when he looked up and saw him. Isn't it a big deal to slap people in the face?

But Changsun Shunde stopped him. That's what happened in the officialdom. If you can't live with villains, you won't have to live your life in the future. Go back to your hometown in Luoyang as soon as possible. You won't be upset or you won't be able to ascend to the Pure Land that day.

Although this is the capital city and the emperor's feet, you should have noticed everything you need to take care of, but the fact is just the opposite. Everyone here is the most powerful. If you beg you today, then you will be their grandfather. You will be comfortable and comfortable to serve like your third grandson.

But once you can't get the Sacred Heart and end it, then don't say anything. Keep it away and hide it far away. Even if you meet it, you will be humming and haha. Human favors, if you say there is, there is nothing. If you can send these things over, you will be considered as giving enough face. If you ask too much, it will be shameless.

Your granddaughter is the crown princess, the future queen, and gave birth to the eldest grandson. Of course, no one dares to treat you like this, but Chen Shuda is different. He is now "useful for all the things" to those officials.

After hearing Dugu Kaiyuan's words, Li Chengqian nodded silently. Han Kui said right before his death, "The warmth and coldness of human relationships, the appearance of the officialdom, or in other words, how many people in this world are not snobs."

Isn’t Zhang Yi, the famous prime minister of Qin, often ridiculed himself by his power? Going to generals and prime ministers, opening yamen and building a government office are the pursuits of all officials. They just don’t want their career to be implicated by useless people. They all have wives, children, and young people. Although they have done too much, this is not a reason to be criticized. After all, it is a matter of human nature that “the law does not punish the public”.

Seeing that Dugu Kaiyuan was so angry, Li Chengqian handed him a cup of tea to relieve his breath, and then said, "Okay, old Duke, don't be angry. They are all snobs, so there is no need to make you angry like this. In this way, during your birthday party in a few days, please invite Duke Jiang over and tell him that Gu will give him this face. Now you are not angry!"

"Well? Your Highness, it's great that you can help this. The old minister has thanked Zicong for his great kindness. If he knows that Your Highness is willing to help him stand up, he wouldn't have to come to the East Palace to thank him for his grace!"

Dugu Kaiyuan understood that the Eastern Palace and Duke Jiang’s Mansion had no friendship. The reason why they were willing to show kindness in such a relationship was definitely because of his old face. Since that is the case, he had to make a personal favor to let Chen Shuda know. Don’t be so discouraged. Wouldn’t it be better to live a few more years?

At the same time, it also lets those people know that the court attaches importance to old ministers and will not forget those who have made contributions. They will leave three points behind in their work in the future. Don’t put themselves in the end. They are too short-sighted, so why are their eye sockets so shallow?
Chapter completed!