The spring rain is lingering, entangling everyone.

Deng Ji stood on the porch, looking at the rain curtains falling along the ridge of the roof, his brows furrowed, revealing deep worry and a trace of indescribable restlessness.

Chang Xi, the governor of the East China Sea, rebelled, forcing Deng Ji to postpone his departure from Haixi.

Xu Zhou, the governor of Xuzhou, personally ordered Deng Ji to go to Xiapi and persuaded him to leave later.

Including Deng Zhi, they also believed that Deng Ji should not leave at this time. And Deng Zhi's reason was very good. He said that the East China Sea is adjacent to Haixi, and Changxi gathered tens of thousands of people to welcome Liu Bei. By then, Haixi will definitely face a huge

Threatening, Deng Jishi should not leave at this time.

After all, Deng Ji had been running Haixi for four years and his reputation was extraordinary.

The local people also have many reservations about him. If he leaves Haixi at this time, it will definitely cause huge turmoil.

On the other hand, Deng Zhi said: "Haixi is my brother's Haixi. After four years of management, I have to hand it over to others. Why? If my brother stays in Haixi, the sea and sky will be vast, and there will be room for movement."

"If I return to Xudu, I'm afraid it will be difficult for me to do anything."

Deng Zhi's words are a bit heartbreaking.

But it is undeniable that Deng Ji was a little moved!

Haixi was built by him and has developed to this day. How much effort has he devoted to it?

Even if Bu Zhi took over, Deng Ji was a little reluctant. Moreover, he was like a Tu emperor in Haixi, and even the governor Xu Xuan had to give him some face. If he left Haixi and returned to Xudu, he would just be

Who would care about him as one of many officials? After four years abroad, Deng Ji was no longer the one-armed soldier he was when he first arrived in Xudu. He was always cautious in everything and walked on thin ice when he joined the army. After experiencing so many things in Haixi, Deng Ji

He is now ambitious and a little wild! At that time, he only hoped to become a member of the imperial army, gradually gain qualifications, and get promoted; but now, he has long forgotten those wishes of the past.

To go or not to go?

Deng Ji was a little hesitant.

"Sir, Mr. Puyang is here."

"Ah, please quickly!"

Deng Ji heard this and quickly spoke.

Although Puyang Kai has now stepped down from his post as Chief of Yilu, he is still the number two figure under Deng Ji in Haixi...

The most important thing is that Puyang Kai has always been Deng Ji's confidant.

After a while, Pu Yangkai's figure appeared in the two verandas.

"Uncle Sun, are you looking for me?"

"Sir, come quickly. It's drizzling today and the weather is cool. I got a bottle of fine wine and I'm going to invite you to taste it."

Deng Ji quickly stepped forward and greeted Puyang Kai.

Puyang Kai smiled and said, "I also have something close to my heart that I want to talk to my uncle and grandson."

"Oh, that's such a coincidence. Let's talk about things while drinking."

The two of them followed the corridors of the two verandas, passed through the middle pavilion, and came to the backyard.

A small pavilion stands among a patch of tender green. The misty rain makes it seem like a thin veil is covering the garden.

The two sat down in the pavilion. Hu Ban took his family, presented the dishes, and warmed the wine on the couch.

Hu Ban waved his hand, signaling for all his family members to leave.

Then, he sat down behind the mound and concentrated on warming the wine.

"In the blink of an eye, it has been more than three years!"

Puyang Kai suddenly spoke, "I was so disheartened at first that I couldn't bear my uncle and grandson's invitation, so we finally came to this wasteland together. Now, the wasteland has become a pearl in the East China Sea, and Haixi has a bright future. I once thought

, I will bury my bones here for the rest of my life, and I never imagined that I would ever return home.”

An edict came from the imperial court, ordering Puyang Kai to return to Xudu and serve as a doctor of the Five Classics of Taixue.

Deng Ji's heart skipped a beat, and he couldn't help but feel a little emotional.

"Kai Gong, as Ji is today, I have received a lot of help from you, and I would like to respect Duke Kai as a noble."

Puyang Kai, accept it happily.

The two of them drank a glass of wine, and Puyang Kai said, "My uncle and grandson seem to have something on their mind?"

"Oh, no way."

"Haha, I have been friends with my uncle and grandson for more than three years. I can also guess a thing or two about what is on your mind. In fact, I am here today because I was entrusted by someone to have a heart-to-heart talk with my uncle and grandson."

Deng Ji was startled, "Who entrusted you?"

"The male seedlings took over Yi Lu and grew up. Before leaving, he told me that he hoped you would stay, uncle and grandson."

Deng Ji's cheek twitched and he raised his head to look at Puyang Kai.

"Zishan is coming to Haixi soon. Where will my uncle and grandson go then?"

"this……"

"I know my uncle and grandson's intentions. Liu Bei of the East China Sea rebelled, and my uncle and grandson wanted to take this opportunity to stay... But don't forget that Zishan was recommended by Ah Fu."

"I know."

Deng Ji lowered his head, not knowing what to say.

Pu Yangkai took a sip of wine and exhaled, "Gongmiao thinks, uncle-sun, you should stay.

But I don't see it that way... I have been studying all my life, and I am a bit stubborn, but I am not someone who cannot see the current situation clearly. Uncle Sun, how much can you accomplish if you stay? To put it bluntly, the development of Haixi

Up to now, it has almost reached its peak. If Huainan implements farming in the coming year, Haixi's position will inevitably be reduced. Of course, Uncle Sun, you are the military commander of farming, and you can continue to be in charge of farming in Huainan. But the problem is... Uncle Sun,

Let me ask you something from my heart, do you think you are much better than Lu Bu?"

Deng Ji shivered and looked at Puyang Kai.

"What do you mean by Mr. Kai's words?"

"That's right, you single-handedly promoted farming in Haixi, and you single-handedly built it.

But the shore of the land is not the land of the king. No matter how well you manage Haixi, it is still under the rule of the imperial court. The imperial court asked you to leave, but you are unwilling to leave. Could it be that you are pregnant with a second heart? Uncle Sun, if you feel that you

He's even more powerful than Lu Bu, but it won't be a big deal if he stays."

These words are very serious.

Deng Ji bit his lip and clenched the bronze jue in his hand.

So what if I'm better than Lu Bu? Didn't Lu Bu die at the hands of Cao Sikong?

"I know Gongmiao's thoughts. He feels that Haixi belongs to the Deng family...

I also know that Gongmiao has been asking you to recruit people from the Jiyang tribe. In the past two years, how many people with the surname Deng have moved here from Haixi? You know it yourself. There are ten people with the surname Deng in the government offices and public houses.

Ersan seems to be powerful, but in fact...

Uncle Sun, let me ask you.

Will Lao Zhou follow you? Will Hutou obey your orders? Pan Wengui, are you willing to obey your orders? Feng Chao will you agree? Do you want to prosper the Deng clan here?

Normally, they will listen to you.

But if you have distracting thoughts, see if they will agree.

I know that you want to revitalize the family. But the problem is that you don't have the ability and capital yet. Look at Ah Fu, he is already a member of Cao Gong's clan, so what? He's not just obeying orders! What does Cao Gong order him to do?

There will never be any hesitation. Because he sees it more clearly than you... If you want to stay, what should your wife and your son do? Do you really think that the Haixi people will be of the same mind as you? "

"I……"

"Jiyang Dengshi is the business of Jiyang Dengshi.

Now that you have escaped from the Jiyang Deng family, why should you keep thinking about it? Although Gongmiao is very resourceful, sometimes he is a little too big-hearted.

Having a big heart is not a good thing. Especially when your heart covers your eyes, it will lead to beheading."

"Then...I'll go back."

"No, you shouldn't go back now."

"ah?"

"I think it is not appropriate for you to return to Xudu now, but you should go to Xiapi to assist Xu Qiu.

In terms of political affairs alone, Zishan is not inferior to you, and is even stronger than you. But he has been in Huainan with Afu and is not very clear about this place. This time the thirty-seven counties in the East China Sea rebelled, even if Zishan has the ability

I'm afraid it's hard to have a clue for a while. If you let go and leave, people will be suspected of being angry. And Gongmiao may even take the opportunity to cause trouble for Zishan, and then you will be the one in trouble..."

"Then what should I do?"

"Go to Xiapi and advise Xu Qiu.

As for the rebellion in Donghai County, you can convey your thoughts through Xu Zhuan. In this way, even if Gongmiao is dissatisfied, he will not dare to disobey orders. And Zishan can also arrange things calmly... After he stabilizes the situation, Gongmiao

Even if you are dissatisfied, there is nothing you can do.”

Deng Ji pondered for a moment and nodded slightly.
To be continued...