Three hundred and twentieth chapters Juyong watching the snow
"Dad, Brother Yang, come and see, it's snowing so heavily -"
A teenage girl ran in front and climbed onto the Juyongguan gate tower in one breath. Even though there was heavy snow falling in the sky, there was still a "Jingnan Army" soldier standing next to each crenellation on the gate tower.
"Guo'er, go and watch Xiang'er quickly and don't let that girl run wild."
Guo Mo was speechless. On this snowy day, wouldn't it be better to hide in the room and warm up by the fire?
If you have to run out to see the snow, you should go to Juyongguan, which is twenty miles away.
The one who braved the snow to climb the mountain was none other than His Majesty Guo Mo, the current emperor of the Song Dynasty, with his fifth disciple Yang Guo and his precious daughter Guo Xiang.
…
After Guo Mo returned to Bianliang City, he quickly stepped into his role. Being an emperor did not stipulate what he must look like.
Guo Mo felt that as long as he was not like those dissolute and unethical monarchs, even if he was a mediocre and conservative monarch, today's Song Dynasty would move forward step by step.
Back in the harem, there was really a full family.
Guo Mo plus three daughters-in-law Huang Rong, Li Mochou and Murong Yan, and six sons, Zhao Simo, Guo Yi, Guo Xiao, Guo Yao, Guo Xun and the youngest Guo Shi.
There are two young apprentices there, namely twelve-year-old Yang Guo and ten-year-old Yelu Qi. Compared with the four previous apprentices, these two apprentices are undoubtedly much more talented in martial arts.
But now that he is still young, his second disciple Wu Nantian’s real combat power must be given priority.
Of course, there are also two young girls, the 16-year-old Xiao Longnu and the 10-year-old Guo Xiang, who are moving and still. Standing together, they have two completely different styles.
Xiao Longnu still likes to wear white. I haven’t seen her for more than two years. She has completely grown into a big girl. She is sixteen years old, slim and graceful, and she is still as serious as ever.
With so many people, there is no longer room for one table to sit down.
Guo Mo and Huang Rong sat together with several older children, such as Zhao Simo, Guo Yi, Guo Xiang, Yang Guo and Yeluqi.
Li Mochou and Murong Yan went to another table to take care of a few children.
Xiao Longnu sat there eating quietly, looking at the children who couldn't sit still, which made her smile from time to time.
"Brother Mo, a few days ago someone from Luo's Ghost Kingdom sent a message saying that their leader Ander is now seriously ill and may not survive for a few months."
"They want Simo to go back and inherit the position of the leader of the Luo Ghost Kingdom at the appropriate time. The Supreme Emperor has not made a decision yet, so he will wait until you come back. You see..."
During the banquet, Huang Rong glanced at Zhao Simo next to her and talked to Guo Mo.
Several years have passed since Zhao Simo was sent to Peach Blossom Island to study, especially in the past two years or so. Huang Rong has taken him with him almost every day, as if he were born in person.
Zhao Simo, who has already passed his eleventh birthday, looks more and more like his mother, An Ling'er, as he grows older. He has a foreign bloodline, and his whole temperament appears to be very unique.
Hearing Huang Rong talk about him, he silently put down the Kuaizi in his hand, lowered his head slightly, but looked towards his father from time to time.
After so many years, this son still has an inexplicable feeling of strangeness towards Guo Mo. In fact, not only him, but also Guo Mo's other children are quite strange to his father, except for the weird little Guo Xiang.
"This matter is a big deal, and Simo must go back. However, he is still so young, and he is too weak to deal with a country."
The folk customs of Luo's Ghost Kingdom are fierce. The current leader of the country, Ande, was rebelled by his subordinates back then. An Ling'er was even planted with "Golden Cicada Poison", which led to an indescribable incident between him and Guo Mo.
things.
"Well, I'll ask Senior Brother Zhu Ziliu to go back with Simo later. With his help, I believe Simo's situation will be better."
"In addition, we can dispatch thirty experts from the 'Jinyi'. As long as we can protect Simo's safety, even if something unexpected happens, we can turn the danger into good fortune and make a comeback."
After all, he is his son. As a father, Guo Mo must at least protect his son's life. As for the army, he believes that the eight thousand cavalry under Elder Shi are enough.
They were originally trained by the "Dun Wu Army". Naturally, there are also chess pieces placed or transformed by the "Dun Wu Army". They may be able to help at critical moments.
"Dad, my child doesn't want to leave you -"
Zhao Simo was sitting opposite Guo Mo. After hearing his father's words, the eleven-year-old could already understand that his father's arrangement was entirely for his own sake.
When he was five years old, Zhao Simo set foot on the land of the Song Dynasty. Now more than six years have passed, and his mother An Ling'er's appearance is already somewhat vague in his memory.
If possible, he would rather stay here forever, with his brothers and sisters.
Although I didn’t see my father very often or for a long time, I could often hear people talk about my father’s deeds.
Every time he heard it, Zhao Simo's heart was filled with happiness and pride, which was a son's instinctive admiration for his father.
As for the book "The Romance of the Gods" written by Guo Mo, Zhao Simo, who has been literate for many years, has read it countless times.
He was very curious about how his father came up with so many wonderful characters and stories, but that boy Guo Yao always said that he was the "Lei Zhenzi" in the book, which made all the little brothers very unhappy.
"Okay, Simo, you have grown up, and now you have a certain foundation in knowledge. Bring more books when you go back this time. You need to know that learning is like sailing against the current. If you don't advance, you will retreat."
"I heard that your kung fu training is pretty good, and you have reached the third level of the 'Eight Methods of the Desert'. You can stay with dad these days. When Magistrate Zhu comes, you can go back with him."
More than three years ago, when the Song Dynasty had just overthrown the Jin Kingdom, Zhu Ziliu followed Master Yideng to Bianliang and found Guo Mo. Master Yideng expressed his willingness to recommend a disciple.
When Guo Mo was hiring people, he directly gave Zhu Ziliu the position of prefect of Guide Prefecture. He did this for more than three years, and he got top marks in the official evaluation every year.
Zhu Ziliu was once the prime minister of the Dali Kingdom, and it was natural that he was in charge of a government. Now that his son Zhao Simo was going back to take over the Luo Ghost Kingdom, Guo Mo thought of Zhu Ziliu first.
He is originally from Dali, and is a neighbor of Luo's Ghost Kingdom. He also has certain experience and experience in dealing with matters between various tribes. With his arm as his son, he can naturally sit back and relax.
In addition, Zhu Ziliu is not a simple scholar, he is also a complete first-class master. In addition to helping Zhao Simo handle government affairs, he is also a powerful guard when necessary.
During the meal, everyone was feeling a little depressed because of Zhao Simo's incident.
Especially among the children, who have been together for more than six years and know that this brother is going on a long journey, and they don't know when he will come back, they are a little reluctant to leave.
The next day, Guo Mo ordered people to pay a visit to Xue Ji, the Minister of Civil Affairs, who was ill, with heavy gifts.
Guo Mo went incognito, bringing only four "jinyi" men with him and a car with gifts from Guo Mo, half of which were specialties brought by Ningxia.
When he arrived at Xue Ji's house, his family status was not low. Guo Mo personally arranged the residences for these important ministers. Anyway, there were quite a few deep houses and courtyards received from the princes and ministers of the Kingdom of Jin Dynasty.
Guo Mo ordered someone to hand over his greeting card.
"Guo Mo? Why does it sound so familiar?"
The disciples of the Xue Mansion did not recognize Guo Mo, but they recognized the four people behind Guo Mo. To be precise, they recognized their brocade clothes and the wild goose feather sabers at their waists.
"Please wait a moment, I will go and report it to my master——"
The doorman didn't dare to delay, and ran inside to report the news.
It wasn't long before I heard chaotic footsteps coming from inside.
"Hurry and open the middle door——"
"Yeah--" The middle door of Xue's mansion was opened, and two young men walked out one after another. One was in his thirties, and he was actually wearing official clothes. He looked like he was from the Hanlin Academy.
The Hanlin Academy was an official institution established only in the Tang Dynasty.
When it was first established, it was not a formal official office. Instead, it gathered a group of institutions with artistic talents and set up specialized institutions such as literature, classics, divination, medicine, monks and Taoism, calligraphy and painting, etc.
The important function of this group of people was to accompany the emperor on his travels, so at that time the Hanlin Academy was located in the palace and was an institution of the inner court.
So what happened to the Hanlin Academy in the Song Dynasty?
In a certain sense, the Hanlin Academy of the Song Dynasty followed the Tang system, but compared with the informal official offices of the Tang Dynasty, the Hanlin Academy of the Song Dynasty was a formal official office and was affiliated with the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
The functions of the Hanlin Academy in the Song Dynasty were similar to those in the Tang Dynasty. It was in charge of painting, chess, piano, etc., which were dedicated to the entertainment of the inner court. The person in charge was the activity officer, who was escorted by the inner servant or the general, responsible for astronomy, calligraphy, painting, medicine, etc.
Official Fourth Courtyard.
The other person was younger, probably less than twenty years old. He was dressed in a popular warrior uniform and was half a head taller than the official in his thirties.
"I don't know... that I'm late to welcome you, so please forgive me——"
The official in his thirties was holding the greeting card handed in by Guo Mo. He suddenly remembered that Guo Mo had been incognito for this trip, and for a moment he didn't know what to call him.
The young man who was less than twenty years old followed behind him. When he saw Guo Mo, his eyes were filled with admiration. When he saw the four "jinyi" behind Guo Mo, he was even more filled with envy.
"You are?--"
Except for going to court or when Xue Ji went to the palace to pay homage in person, Guo Mo and Xue Ji rarely met. Guo Mo had never been to Xue Ji's mansion, let alone his family.
"I am Xue Dian, the eldest son of the Xue family. Now I am working in the Hanlin Academy. I am good at writing two strokes of Chinese characters on weekdays. This is my fourth brother named Xue An. He spends his days doing nothing but dancing with guns and sticks. For the time being,
Still a white body."
"Brother, I have already applied for the 'Martial Arts Examination' this year. The results will be out in the next two days. I will no longer be in vain."
The young man following behind heard the elder brother saying that he had "nothing to do" and forgot the identity of the person in front of him, so he unconsciously defended himself to the elder brother.
"Oh, you also participated in the martial arts exam? Can you pass the exam?"
Seeing that the fourth son of the old Xue family actually participated in this year's martial arts competition, Guo Mo was very surprised, but thinking about Zhao Chengyu of Zhao Rushu's family, he felt relieved a little.
Guo Mo was born in martial arts, and now in the Song Dynasty, martial arts is becoming more and more popular. A martial arts examination is held every two years to continuously provide talents to the army.
"Um... I can still shoot archery on horseback, but my strength is a little weaker. I lost to my opponent in the horse battle and only got fifth place. However, my results in planning are still good. I think the overall results will be good.
Among the best.”
When talking to Guo Mo, the young man named Xue An was still a little shy, but he was still full of confidence in his martial arts performance.
"Haha, okay, when your final results come out, come find me and I will personally arrange your affairs."
Guo Mo fell in love with this kid inexplicably. He was twenty years old, and his whole person was full of vigor, just like those of his group back then.
"Um...actually, I want to..."
"Okay, fourth brother, why are you so ignorant of etiquette? Come in and invite the distinguished guests. My husband is ill, please come with me."
When he saw his fourth brother, he wanted to say something. Xue Dian was afraid that he would not keep his mouth shut, so he quickly stopped him and let Guo Mo go to the house.
The group of people did not reach the hall, but walked to the backyard. It seemed that old Xue Ji was really seriously ill.
Sure enough, Guo Mo saw Xue Ji in his bedroom.
As soon as he saw Guo Mo come in, old Xue Ji struggled to get out of bed.
"Mr. Xue, please lie down and don't move -"
Guo Mo walked forward with a quick step, reached out and held Xue Ji's hand to stop him.
"Your Majesty, old minister, I am useless. I can't even go out to greet His Majesty when he arrives."
Guo Mo did not speak, but placed two fingers on Xue Ji's pulse, closed his eyes slightly, and began to diagnose Xue Ji.
Guo Mo, who came later in life, was a Chinese student, and he had no distinction between literature and history. He also had a certain understanding of the history of the Song Dynasty.
Although he couldn't remember how long Xue Ji lived, he knew that in real history, after the death of Emperor Ning Zong, Guo Mo's father, Xue Ji still reigned for more than ten years.
From this point of view, the old man should not have left so early. Could it be that his arrival would also change the fate of old Xue Ji?
"Your Majesty, please don't bother yourself. The imperial doctor has also come and said that my bones may not be able to withstand it anymore. I am decrepit. It seems that I really need to go see Old Man Wei."
Xue Ji was very moved when he saw Guo Mo treating him, but he seemed to have lost sight of life and death, so he lay there again and said calmly.
“Mr.
After Guo Mo checked, he found that there was nothing wrong with old Xue Ji, but that he was overworked.
It suddenly occurred to me that the territory of the Song Dynasty has more than doubled compared to ten years ago?
Food, population, commerce, economy, etc. can be restored slowly, but officials in various places cannot wait for a moment.
Moreover, the local officials Guo Mo needed were different from the original requirements of the Song Dynasty. It can be said that the vast majority of officials needed to be re-selected, trained, and assessed.
These matters largely fell on the head of the Ministry of Personnel, and Xue Ji, the Minister of the Ministry of Personnel, was naturally the first to bear the brunt.
"Your Majesty, are you telling the truth?..."
Old Xue Ji didn't have much reaction. He only thought of Guo Mo's words as comforting himself, while brothers Xue Dian and Xue An standing aside were very excited.
Especially the fourth son, Xue An, who originally regarded Guo Mo as a god. Although what Guo Mo said was very different from the diagnosis of those imperial doctors, he would rather believe what Guo Mo said.
"Haha, why don't you believe me yet? Jun Wu is joking, I said Mr. Xue can live for another ten years. Even if the King of Hell comes, he can't snatch him away from me."
After Guo Mo finished speaking, he gently turned Xue Ji over and let him lie directly on the bed.
The technique of secretly moving the "One Yang Finger" mobilizes the innate true energy in the body, and uses the method of "stroking the acupoints" to gently move between the various acupoints on Xue Ji's body.
From the top of the head, to the sun, Fengchi, from Jianjing, Dazhu to Huiyang, I traveled three times.
Old Xue Ji felt more comfortable than ever before, and there seemed to be a warm current filling his lower abdomen.
“Mr.
"The sunshine during the day is still too harsh now. You can take a walk in the courtyard of the mansion in the early morning and evening."
"This time I brought something from Ningxia. Soak it in hot water and drink it. It can nourish your liver and kidneys, improve your energy and improve your eyesight."
"In addition, sir, you can't always sit or lie down. I will ask Mr. Zhao to come over again. When I was in Luoyang, I once implemented a set of "Quanzhen Dao Song" for health preservation. It seems that it should be implemented throughout the Song Dynasty.
Went down."
When Xue Ji sat up again, he found that his energy was much better, his hands and feet had some strength, and he felt hungry in his stomach.
"Haha, Mr. Xue, I wonder if I am lucky enough to have lunch at your place?"
Seeing Xue Ji's look, Guo Mo guessed that what he did just now had an effect, so he spoke.
"Your Majesty is able to have a meal at my house. It is a blessing for the whole family. Please hurry up and ask the kitchen to prepare some delicious dishes and send them to the living room."
"Your Majesty, let An'er take you to the living room first. Let me change my clothes and wash up before I go to dine with you."
Guo Mo readily agreed. He didn't really want to come to Xue Mansion for a meal. He originally wanted to discuss some matters with Xue Ji, and it was only right that he personally diagnose and treat this veteran.
In the living room of Xue Ji's house, there were usually very few guests. Especially after Guo Mo ascended the throne, old Xue Ji became even more cautious in his words and deeds.
In the eyes of others, he was an important minister of the two dynasties, especially in the Hongwu New Dynasty, he was the leader of hundreds of officials.
Nowadays, the composition of officials in the Song Dynasty is quite complex, and they are all trying their best to get close to and curry favor with this leader of the hundred officials.
It's a pity that Xue Ji was very meticulous when working away from home, and when he returned home, he simply closed the door and thanked guests. The only people who could walk through the door of Xue's family were often only a few familiar "cabinet" people.
He is a typical "Jia Xu" type of person who would rather give up possible interests than touch anything that endangers himself or his family.
“Mr.
When Xue Ji came to his living room, Guo Mo was already sitting and serving tea under the greetings of Xue Dian and Xue An.
However, Guo Mo asked someone to bring over a few empty teacups, and even asked for a pot of boiling water, and asked a "Jin Yi" to take something out of the gift he had brought.
Take an appropriate amount, put it directly into a teapot filled with boiling water, and steep it for as long as one cup of tea. Then pour the water from the teapot into the teacup.
"Your Majesty, when I drink this tea, it has a bitter taste at first, but then it has a dull sweetness. What is this?"
Xue Ji took a small sip and tasted the taste carefully.
"Haha, Mr. Xue is really a gentleman of tea. The brew made from this material can also be called tea. It can also be used to make wine, cook porridge, stew, etc."
"This thing is called wolfberry. It is a medicinal material and a food material. It can be grown everywhere in the Song Dynasty, but the one grown in Ningxia has the best medicinal effect."
There was not much time, and eight dishes, four cold and four hot, were served. Xue Ji knew that Guo Mo was frugal and did not like extravagance and waste, and he, Xue Ji, was a low-key person, so what he served was naturally home-cooked dishes.
Guo Mo really ate with gusto.
"I remember just now your eldest brother said your name was Xue An?"
Because Xue Ji was still ill, Guo Mo didn't let anyone serve wine. Everyone drank tea or the wolfberry water they had just brewed.
"Reporting to Your Majesty, I am Xue An. I have heard a lot about Your Majesty's deeds since I was a child. This time I apply for the martial arts examination. I also want to follow in His Majesty's footsteps, enter the military camp of the Song Dynasty, and become a soldier who defends the territory of the Song Dynasty.
's hero."
"Haha, okay, okay, it's good for young people to have such ambitions, especially the children of officials of our dynasty. They should practice martial arts to strengthen themselves instead of turning themselves into dandies."
"Just now in front of the Xue Mansion, you seemed to have something to say, but your elder brother interrupted you. Can you say it now?"
Guo Mo originally came to visit today to discuss something with Xue Ji. Meeting his two sons was purely accidental.
"Well, Your Majesty, actually, this kid has liked to practice martial arts since he was a child, but he didn't have the guidance of a famous teacher, so he practiced with a few veterans who had retired from the army in the mansion."
"Now that the boy has also participated in the martial arts competition, if nothing unexpected happens, he should be in the top five in overall results."
"However, I am lucky enough to meet His Majesty today. I would like to...ask you for a favor..."
Xue An's voice became lower and lower, and he actually wanted to make a condition with Guo Mo.
Guo Mo suddenly remembered that when he first entered the harem yesterday, little Guo Xiang made a request to him in the same way, and he agreed in a vague way, and it seemed that he did not listen to what the little girl said in detail.
Now, Xue An in front of me also wants to make a request?
"Shut up! An'er, don't be rude! Your Majesty, don't listen to this boy's nonsense. Since this boy likes to dance with guns and sticks, our Song Dynasty now advocates martial arts and has a strong military. If he can really reach high school, the old ministers will fully support him.
of."
"However, the veteran did not allow him to ask for any 'favor' from His Majesty based on the veteran's reputation."
Guo Mo was still thinking about what happened to little Guo Xiang yesterday, when old Xue Ji beside him became angry and scolded his son severely.
Xue An lowered his head helplessly, but could not hide the disappointment in his heart.
"Haha, Mr. Xue, why are you doing this? I just like the fourth child in your family. Let's listen to what he wants. If it's not against the law, I will simply
It’s not a big deal to help him out.”
After all, Xue Ji was an important minister in two dynasties, and a loyal minister who had supported him for many years. Guo Mo would certainly not be stingy if he could give his son a favor.
"Your Majesty, boy... I want to enter the 'Jinyi'."
Xue An still expressed his deep thoughts.
"Jinyi" is a special existence. It is not an army or even an organization. It is more like Guo Mo's personal club.
But he was able to accept Guo Mo's personal teaching and guidance. When facing Guo Mo, he was given a special title - "Teacher".
It is a pity that "Jin Yi" has never expanded its recruitment since its establishment. It seems that except for the few "Jin Yi" leaders who came in and out, there has not been a single additional member.
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"Haha, what do you think it is? If you just want to join 'Jinyi', I can completely agree to this."
"Well, won't the results of the martial arts competition come out in two days? If you really make it into the top five, I will allow you to enter the 'Jinyi'. Just stay at home and spend more time with your father these days."
"Thank you, Your Majesty—no, thank you, teacher—"
Hahaha, Guo Mo burst into laughter. He didn't expect that old Xue Ji, who was cautious in his words and deeds all his life, would actually give birth to such a lovable son.
"Your Majesty, you came to the old minister's house today not just to visit me, right?"
Old Xue Ji is an old man and a cunning man. It can be said that his eyelashes are all empty. He saw Guo Mo coming to see a doctor again and wanted to eat here, and even gave his son grace in front of him.
If he could no longer see that Guo Mo had something to discuss, then old Xue Ji would have spent all these years in officialdom in vain.
"Your Majesty, go down and see if the soup in the kitchen is ready. Fourth brother, please come with me -"
When the boss Xue Dian heard his father's words, he knew that the two of them might have something to talk about. He stood up in a hurry and took away the confused Xue An.
“Mr.
"It seems that my father and I still don't care enough about you. I have the intention to transfer someone to the Ministry of Personnel, and be promoted to be the Assistant Minister of the Ministry of Personnel, and assist Mr. Zuo in managing the Ministry of Personnel. What do you think?"
Guo Mo asked tentatively.
"Haha, your Majesty is a man of great talent and strategy. He has learned how to figure out people's hearts. As long as you have arrangements, I will definitely cooperate with you. I wonder who your Majesty wants?"
"Yelu Chucai——"
…
Guo Mo's days in Bianliang City were always full of all kinds of busyness, and he had no choice but to adapt to it.
Zhu Ziliu was arranged to lead thirty "Jinyi" people to accompany Zhao Simo to Luo's Ghost Country. The leader of the "Jinyi" people was none other than Luo Qi from Luoyang.
There are thirty "Jin Yi", including eight third-rate players including Luo Qi. Guo Mo can be said to have broken the "Jin Yi"'s muscles and bones.
Xue An, the son of old Xue Ji, finished third in the martial arts examination and entered the "Jinyi" as he wished. However, as the youngest person in terms of qualifications and age, he still received special "preferential treatment" from the old "Jinyi"
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These are all internal matters of "Jinyi". As a teacher, Guo Mo naturally can't say much. As long as Xue Ji can learn things in "Jinyi" and be comfortable, he can be regarded as worthy of old Xue Ji.
Yelu Chucai successfully entered the Ministry of Personnel and became the Minister of the Ministry of Personnel. The all-round and well-rounded Yelu Chucai allowed old Xue Ji to completely get rid of the heavy official duties.
Summer is passing and autumn is coming, and autumn is approaching the winter solstice. I heard that it is starting to snow in some places in the north.
On this day, Guo Mojing was very restless and suddenly wanted to go to Zhongdu City in advance because his elder brother Guo Jing had sent a letter and everything had been prepared in advance.
"Brother Mo, if you want to go to Zhongdu, I can't stop you. But you can't go by yourself this time. Take your second sister with you. Xun'er will stay here and I will take care of it myself."
Guo Mo's harem never interfered with military affairs and always provided unconditional support.
"All right."
Seeing the hot eyes of the three women, Guo Mo knew that if he didn't agree to this condition, he might not be able to explain it anymore.
"Daddy, daddy, I want to go with you too—"
Before setting off, little Guo Xiang actually ran out of the harem, followed by twelve-year-old Yang Guo. The two of them actually carried a small baggage each?
"Dad, you promised me that no matter what request I make, you will satisfy me. Now I will tell you my request - take me and Brother Yang to Zhongdu together -"
As a result, in addition to the 170 "Jinyi" members in Guo Mo's team heading north, there were two more followers behind Guo Mo and Li Mochou.
Young eagles always want to fly in the sky, especially Guo Xiang and Yang Guo. Guo Mo has special feelings for them.
I hope that these two children will gain new growth and insights this time they go north...