Yongrenfang, Qingfeng Street.

The door plaque of Zhongshanzi Mansion has been replaced by Zhongshan Houfu, with four bright yellow gilded characters written on the dark red bottom edge.

The long street in front of the mansion was cleanly swept, and the soldiers and servants wore newly made clothes specially ordered by Peach Blossom, with anxious and joyful expressions on their faces. Although Pei Yue had not been knighted for a long time, he was different from those veteran knights.

It's not as expensive as his background, but his servants are no less loyal.

Nowadays, Green Willow Village has moved to the northern suburbs of Kyoto, not far from the Shouyang Mountain Mine. The villagers either work in the mine or help in Xiangyun Company, and they can be selected to be servants in Pei Yue's mansion.

It's everyone's dream job.

The chief steward of the front yard of the Hou Mansion is Deng Zai's grandfather, Deng Shi, and the second steward who is in charge of daily affairs is Wang Yong's father, Wang Mo. As for Wang Yong's younger brother, Wang Ming, he joined Xiangyun Store and is now working for the shopkeeper in a branch.

Be a deputy.

Deng Shi was able to cultivate talents like Deng Zhong and Deng Zai. He was obviously not a ignorant old country man, but he was not very energetic after being over 50 years old. He was experienced and steady enough, and Wang Mo was loyal and diligent. The two of them complemented each other well, and Pei Yue was

The mansion is well maintained.

The back house is Peach Blossom's territory, and the maids and servants are all under her control. Although she is still very young, everyone knows that Pei Yue loves her, and no one dares to jump in front of her.

In the more than a year since Pei Yue left Beijing, the people in this mansion were very uneasy, fearing that their young master would have some shortcomings. Now that he has finally come back, he has been conferred the title of Marquis by the emperor. It can be said that the whole family is very happy.

Big day.

The setting sun dyed the sky into red clouds, and a brisk sound of horse hooves came from the street.

"Come on, come on! Stand up straight!"

Wang Mo shouted, and then quickly led everyone into two rows and stood neatly at the foot of the steps.

Pei Yue led six soldiers and rode their horses slowly.

"Congratulations to the Marquis on your promotion to the rank of Lord! Congratulations to the Marquis on your victory!"

The shouts of more than a hundred people shook the entire street, attracting some passers-by to stop and watch.

Pei Yue sat on the horse, looked over one by one, and said with a smile: "Everyone, get up."

"yes!"

Everyone stood up, and Deng Shi stepped forward to help Pei Yue lead his horse and put it on the pedals. Wang Mo simply knelt on his knees and used his back as a step stool.

However, Pei Yue jumped down easily and said to the two of them: "These rules are not allowed in the house. I will explain them to you in detail when I have some free time. It was like it was in Green Willow Manor before, and it is still the same in the house now. It's just that

Just pay attention to some important etiquette."

A look of awe appeared on Old Deng Shi's face, he nodded and said: "I will obey the Lord Marquis's instructions."

Pei Yue looked at Wang Yong, Qi Min and other soldiers who stayed in Kyoto, who were standing respectfully on the other side, and said with a smile: "You all go back and do your own thing. I will rearrange the arrangements in two days."

"Yes, Lord Marquis." More than twenty people bowed and saluted, then immediately turned and left.

Pei Yue said to Wang Mo: "Uncle Wang, please help arrange the one hundred soldiers I brought back."

Wang Mo said with fear on his face: "Master Hou, just call me by my name. I have already made arrangements for you. Master Hou's soldiers will live in the west yard in front."

Pei Yue smiled and nodded: "That's good, is there anything else going on in the house?"

He hadn't seen Peach Blossom in more than a year, and he really missed it.

Deng Shi quickly replied: "Master Marquis, dozens of adults have sent invitations to the housekeeper, and they have been placed in the outer study, waiting for the Marquis to check in person. Master Luo of the Political Affairs Hall has also come to visit. Now in the main hall, it's Miss Ye.

Hospitality there.”

"Master Luo is here?"

Pei Yue was a little surprised. He knew that his return this time would definitely be different from the past. The dozens of invitations were also expected, but he did not expect that Luo Ting would be so anxious to come over. Wasn't he afraid that the emperor would be suspicious?

Hurrying to the main hall, I saw Ye Qi and Luo Ting sitting separately as host and guest. The ruling lord looked calm and calm, just like before.

"Junior has met Mr. Luo!" Pei Yue saluted with his hands raised.

Luo Ting smiled slightly, stood up and said, "After so many years, you have done a great job in the Western Region, but it is not easy."

"Sir, please sit down. I miss you very much in the Western Region." Pei Yue's expression was very sincere. He knew that during his absence in Kyoto, Luo Ting took good care of Xiangyun Company and the mine, and also supported him in the court.

Really lead and hide the front guard.

Ye Qi glanced at Pei Yue and said, "You talk to Mr. Luo, and I'll go take a look behind you."

There were only two people left in the hall, and everyone else had retreated.

It was only then that Pei Yue let out a breath of turbidity in his chest and said with a wry smile: "Sir, why did you come so suddenly? Aren't you worried that His Majesty will suspect us of colluding with the party?"

Luo Ting pointed at him and smiled: "Why did you lose the courage to go to my house late at night?"

That was the beginning of the alliance between the two. Thinking about it now, Pei Yue couldn't help but feel as if he was in another world. He understood Luo Ting's subtext, shook his head and said: "Today is different from the past. Just now, His Majesty lowered several orders in succession in the palace.

The thunder from the sky almost caused chaos in my area."

Luo Ting smiled lightly and said: "Your Majesty knows that I came to you because it has something to do with briquettes. Now there are only three mines in Yongzhou, Yunzhou and Lingzhou among the thirteen states, and the supply capacity is still insufficient. In this year, the court found

There are more than ten natural coal mines, and His Majesty wants to introduce briquettes to all state capitals, so I am here to ask your opinion."

Now that it was about business, Pei Yue put away his distracting thoughts, thought for a while and said: "This move will benefit the country and the people, so there is nothing wrong with it. However, the Superintendent of Shitan Temple is too important and another candidate must be selected."

Luo Ting nodded and said: "When I chose Qin Xu, I just didn't want to put any constraints on you. Now that we have spread the whole business, Your Majesty and I will consider a new chief officer. I wonder if you have anyone to recommend?"

Pei Yue smiled and said: "Your Excellency, you are making fun of me. If I can give some advice when it comes to military affairs, how can it be my turn to comment on such an important official appointment?"

Luo Ting asked with a half-smile, "Really not?"

Pei Yue immediately said solemnly: "Sir, I think the censor Jian's appearance is pure and upright, and he is very suitable for the position of supervisor of Shitan Temple."

Luo Ting laughed loudly and looked extremely cheerful. He pointed at Pei Yue and said, "You are really rude."

Pei Yue said with some embarrassment: "Sir, I just said it casually, but you must not take it seriously."

Luo Ting waved his hand and said: "This choice coincides with mine. Last autumn, I already asked Your Majesty to promote Jian Rong to the position of Censor Zhongcheng. Now it is very suitable to transfer him to the supervisor of Shitan Temple."

Pei Yue was a little shocked by these words. Jian Rong was indeed a good official, but the impeachment of King Lu at that court meeting made the emperor furious. Not only was he not demoted afterwards, but he was promoted, which is enough to show that Luo Ting was under the emperor.

The influence in his heart also proves more and more that it is a good thing for Daliang that Luo Ting can be in power.

Luo Ting asked again: "What military position has His Majesty promised you this time?"

Pei Yue sighed softly. After thinking calmly on the way back, he really didn't know whether the deputy commander of Beiying was a blessing or a curse.

After listening to Pei Yue's brief narration, Luo Ting frowned and pondered for a moment, then sighed softly and said: "You and I will have to pay attention to our distance from now on."

Although Pei Yue could vaguely guess some of the emperor's true intentions, he was not clear enough and could not help but look at the other person in confusion.

Luo Ting said seriously: "Your Majesty wants to use Gu Liang to check Wang Pingzhang. You are a very important helper around Gu Liang, and you will obviously be taken more seriously. In this way, if you and I keep in close contact, we will draw attention. But also

Don’t worry too much, this has both risks and important opportunities for you.”
Chapter completed!