Xue Yong was taken to a room behind the restaurant by the waiter arranged by the shopkeeper, where the servants of each family were arranged to eat. The waiter brought Xue Yong to a vacant table and arranged for Xue Yong to sit down. The table was already set.

There were four vegetables and one soup, as well as a bowl of rice and a bowl of steamed buns. Xue Yong took a steamed bun, tore it off piece by piece and stuffed it into his mouth. While eating, he fell into deep thought.

In Xue Mansion, there are more than 300 bodyguards. Among them, the best 20 have become Xue Lian's personal guards. Xue Yong and Xue Qiang are both one of these 20 people. And they are

They were all born in the family. The children in the family were those who had been slaves in the Xue Mansion for generations. Of course, the other three hundred or so people were also basically born in the family. Only a few of them were selected by Xue Lian in the Beijing camp.

Outstanding junior officers and soldiers were added to his bodyguards. Of course, as long as they joined the bodyguards, they would have to sell themselves to the Xue Mansion and become the sons of the Xue Mansion.

Maybe readers have a question, why do they become domestic slaves in other people's homes instead of being good soldiers? In fact, in the Ming Dynasty, for ordinary people, working as a domestic slave in a wealthy family was one of the best jobs.

.There is no corvee in the family; the salary income is high, and there are many extra money and rewards (as can be seen from the previous article, Xiuzhu worked as a maid for Wu Shigong for seven or eight years, and the monthly salary was handed over to her parents, and Wu Shigong here

She was very neglected by the Wu family. But even in this way, she could save eighteen taels of silver. In the Ming Dynasty, eighteen taels of silver could allow a middle-class family of four to live for more than a year); life, old age, sickness and death were guaranteed, and children

The job can be solved (continue to be a domestic slave). It is not an iron rice bowl but a steel rice bowl. The only shortcoming is that children cannot participate in the imperial examination. But how many children in ordinary people's families are literate? But on the other hand, as long as

When the master's family is in need, these slaves have to work for the master's family (this can also be seen from Shu Mo's experience in the previous article).

As Xue Lian's personal bodyguards, Xue Qiang and Xue Yong have undergone very strict military training. Because their role is not only Xue Lian's bodyguards, but also if Xue Lian leads troops on an expedition, they will serve as

Used by military officers.

Unlike Xue Qiang, who drew lots and became Wu Shigong's bodyguard, Xue Yong was personally selected by Xue Lian and his bodyguard leader Xue Yongli. Because everyone, including the other personal guards, knew that their uncle was a nerd and was old.

Wu Shigong was young and had little social experience. He also knew that his uncle was stingy and treated his servants harshly. Therefore, Xue Lian and Xue Yongli had to choose a steady guard with rich social experience to assist Wu Shigong.

And Xue Yong is the most suitable candidate. He is relatively old, almost thirty years old, and he is very steady in his work. He has a good temper and is a bit like a good old man. In particular, he knows more words and has a better brain.

Of course, the other guards are also literate, but most of them are not blind and can understand some simple official documents. Xue Yong can read more, although he is not able to read at the starting point.

It’s as good as writing an online novel, but the writing style is passable.

Since yesterday, Xue Yong has actually been observing his uncle carefully. Because this time the Wu family brought his uncle to Xue's house, and the uncle's bad character was spread among these guards, these guards all

They vaguely looked down upon their uncle, while Xue Yong sneered at the views of these guards. That was because, although Xue Lian was in charge of the Xue Mansion now, he would also be the Young Marquis (that is, Xue Lian’s grandson and

Grandson) will be the head of the family, but in the middle period, their uncle must be the head of the family. As a son of a family, Xue Yong does not have the problem of whether to join Wu Shigong or not, because they have always shared the honor and disgrace with the Xue family. But if they can

Maintain a good relationship with my uncle. When my uncle is in charge, at least my children will have a good future in the Xue family. It can be seen from this that Xue Yong's brain is indeed relatively lively.

Although the observation time was still very short, Xue Yong found that his uncle was actually very methodical in doing things. For example, the questions he asked yesterday were basically on point. Another example is that after his uncle was insulted today, he did not

He immediately retaliated, but patiently understood the situation with Xu Limu, and went to a restaurant to have dinner to deepen their friendship. This seemed to be inconsistent with the rumored uncle's character. Could it be that everyone had seen it wrong? Could it be that the Xue Mansion picked up the treasure this time?

? But the time of contact with his uncle was still too short, and Xue Yong decided to take a look at the situation now.

Of course Wu Shigong didn't know that Xue Yong was downstairs like a psychiatrist, conducting a comprehensive analysis of his character. He was happily continuing to have a banquet and chat with Xu Limu. As a classic question that can build rapport

Of course, Wu Shigong asked Xu Limu, "What are your hobbies in your spare time?" Unexpectedly, upon hearing this question, Xu Limu's somewhat wretched look suddenly disappeared, and he showed an extremely excited and excited expression.

This question scratched Xu Limu's itch. Wu Shigong looked at Xu Limu with expectant eyes, thinking that Xu Limu's answer would not be based on alcohol, sex and wealth. Unexpectedly, three words came out of Xu Limu's mouth:

"Play chess!" This almost dislocated Wu Shigong's jaw.

But Wu Shigong reacted very quickly. He quickly concealed his surprise and said suitably: "Then, whenever I have free time, I will fight you twice."

"You can do it during lunch break. There are chess pieces in the official's room." Unexpectedly, Xu Limu was impatient.

"Okay! Okay!" Wu Shigong agreed with a smile. In his previous life, if Wu Shigong had any special skills, he could only play chess. He once became a member of the Youth City Chess Team in elementary school and received professional and systematic training.

He also won a ranking in the city's competition. Although he has never touched chess pieces since joining the society, Wu Shigong estimated that with his own skills, he would not suffer much loss against Xu Li.

At the dinner that followed, Wu Shigong was a little amused when he saw Xu Limu fidgeting. He let Xu Limu agree. After the two hurriedly finished the dinner, they called Xue Yong and returned to the Yamen. Xue Yong continued

Looking at the gate, the two of them came to Xu Limu's room in the Yamen, took out the chessboard, put the chess pieces in a posture.

In the first game, Xu Limu politely asked Wu Shigong to go first. But after three moves and five divisions, Wu Shigong was defeated miserably. Think about it, after not playing chess for so many years, what other chess moves could Wu Shigong have? Then,

In the second set, Xu Limu started with a tortoise shell. This was a rare start. There were many deceptions, but there were also big loopholes. But the sad thing for Wu Shigong was that he clearly knew Xu Limu's start.

There was a loophole, but he couldn't remember where the loophole was? So he repeatedly thought of ways to exploit it, and the two of them fought evenly.

In fact, although Xu Limu is a fanatical chess enthusiast, his level is at best an amateur master, which is lower than Wu Shigong who has received professional training. After the previous training, Wu Shigong also picked up some chess moves. But

After all, Wu Shigong had been playing tricks for too long. He accidentally fell into a trap and lost the game again.

However, the fierce confrontation in the second game made both of them interested and continued with the third game. When the chess was being set, Xu Limu said apologetically to Wu Shigong: "When an official plays chess, he will inevitably lose his temper and forget to go up and down.

I am humbled."

"It doesn't matter. It doesn't matter." Wu Shigong thought to himself: This official Xu is indeed a chess fanatic. If you meet a petty boss, if you play chess with him like this, he won't give you some shoes to wear? "Practice your skills in the first two games.

, how about adding a little bonus to this game, 20 cents?" Wu Shigong took advantage of his interest and proposed a small bet for fun.

"Yes!" Xu Limu answered very simply. Such a small lottery, in today's terms, is the price of a pack of cigarettes. And the boss is interested, how could Xu Limu not agree? As long as he is not a chess player.

At that time, Xu Limu was still very shrewd. The two of them continued to play happily.

Gradually, the hundreds of households that Shu Mo had just summoned came over. They found out that Wu Shigong was playing chess with Xu Limu, and they all came to Xu Limu's house and gathered around to watch. Suddenly, someone rushed outside the house.

Come in.

Zhou Xun has been the pride of his father since he was a child. He has studied under a famous teacher and is a top-notch martial artist with guns, sticks, boxing and kicks. He is known as one of the strongest fists in the Nancheng Military and Horse Command. Two years ago, Zhou Xun, who was only sixteen years old, was beaten by himself.

His father, Zhou Shikun, the deputy commander of the Nancheng Army and Horse Command Department, introduced the Nancheng Army and Horse Command Department, and quickly became his father's right-hand man by relying on his own ability. Also because of his father's support and the praise of his colleagues, and even more because of his

His ability is indeed outstanding, so he has developed an arrogant character.

This time, after the explosion of Wang Gong Factory, there was a vacancy for a hundred households in the Nancheng Army and Horses Division. His father's efforts pushed him to this position (Zhou Xun did not know that it was Xue Lian's compensation for his father).

). Therefore, he became even more arrogant. Originally, he thought that with his father's ability and qualifications, the acting commander this time would be within his father's grasp. Unexpectedly, the Ministry of War appointed a new acting commander. This made him

He was already unhappy. Later, he found out that the new acting commander was younger than him. How could Zhou Xun, who claimed to be a young hero, bear this tone?

A few days ago, Ruan Xiong talked to several of their families and said that the new acting commander got this position because he married into Marquis Yangwu's family. This made Zhou Xun jump up immediately. When did a

How can a bastardized young man climb over his own head? Moreover, Ruan Xiong also encouraged them: They should sideline the new acting commander. In that case, every month, hundreds of households will turn over the commanding officer's regular money, wouldn't it?

Have you saved anything? Motivated by profit, Zhou Xun jumped even higher. He patted his chest and said to Ruan Xiong: He wanted to show off the new acting commander. After returning home, he connected Ruan Xiong's

After explaining his plan to his father, his father thought about it and acquiesced. With his father's support, Zhou Xun became even more unscrupulous.

So, after today's meeting, he made the thorn. He didn't think it was a big deal to make the thorn. Does the acting commander still have the backbone of a man to fight with himself? If he had the backbone

, and will not get married. As expected, it was not beyond his expectation. After he slapped him in the face, the acting commander did not respond, which made Zhou Xun even more proud of his accurate judgment.

After leaving the Bingma Si Yamen, Zhou Xun came to a gambling house in his own area. Bingma Si didn't make much money from the shops on the street, and those who had money and money were occupied by factory guards (Dongchang and Jinyiwei).

They went, leaving only a little bit of soup and water. In the past two days, Zhou Xun happened to contact this gambling house and became his big customer. The gambling house promised Zhou Xun that as long as the Soldiers and Horses Division escorted them,

It is customary to hand over eighty taels of silver to Zhou Xun every month. Therefore, Zhou Xun personally guards these days to leave a good impression on this gambling house in order to keep this important customer.

Unexpectedly, a boy came just now and informed him that he should go to the Yamen in the afternoon and that the acting commander would have a meeting. Zhou Xun managed to hold back his breath and brought several of his subordinates to the Yamen. But he heard that that

The acting commander was playing chess with Xu Limu. This made him immediately furious.

Zhou Xun rushed into Mr. Xu's room, overturned the chessboard, and shouted at Wu Shigong: "Why are we having a meeting if you have nothing to do! You have plenty of time to play chess. What kind of chess are you playing! Do you think Grandpa I am very good at it?"

It’s empty!”
Chapter completed!