The afternoon sun shines on the earth, making you feel warm. If there is a gust of autumn wind blowing, it will be so comfortable that you almost moan.
Pang Gang was lying on the lounge chair under the grape trellis in front of the house. At this time, he was wearing a long robe, with his bare feet resting on a small bench in front of him. In front of him sat a man wearing lake green clothes.
The young woman with picturesque features in thin clothes was sitting by the side, holding grapes and slowly feeding him, very leisurely.
Under the grape trellis, Li Xuezhu and Qiaoer were talking quietly in private.
The already paunchy Kong Ruolan was sitting on the left side of Pang Gang. Beside her stood two maids aged fifteen or sixteen and two old women who were nervously waiting on her. It was already late September, and Kong Ruolan was about to give birth, so she couldn't help but
There is no tension in the general's house.
But sitting on the right side of Pang Gang was Wei Man Ting. At this moment, Wei Man Ting was much plumper than before Pang Gang went on the expedition. Even her original oval face was much rounder. Her lower abdomen was also slightly bulging at the moment. It turned out that Wei Man Ting also had
She was pregnant. This was the best news that Pang Gang had heard after returning to Qingzhou. The excited Pang Gang immediately held a banquet for three days in a row at the Dingguo General's Mansion to celebrate the birth of his second child.
In such a hurry, many civil and military officials from Shandong rushed to congratulate him. Even those who could not come in person also sent congratulatory gifts, which was very lively.
Pang Gang was lying on the recliner, and a Rouyi that bullied the frost and snow held a grape and stretched it towards his mouth. Pang Gang opened his mouth and said "Wow" as if to bite it, which frightened the hand.
The owner screamed in fright, and then kept hitting Pang Gang on the shoulder with a pair of pink fists.
"Husband, you are so bad. People are kind enough to feed you, but you still scare them."
Looking at the shy and angry beauty, tapping himself angrily, Pang Gang smiled and said, "I'm just kidding you. I didn't expect you to be so scared, Yuanyuan."
This beauty is Chen Yuanyuan. She is not really angry, but she is a little shy with so many sisters around her at the moment.
Pang Gang stretched out comfortably. He glanced at Kong Ruolan, Wei Manting, Chen Yuanyuan, Li Xuezhu, Ling'er, and Qiao'er. He saw that Yan was thin and fat, and he felt an indescribable satisfaction in his heart.
In later generations, my greatest ideal is to marry an ordinary-looking daughter-in-law, buy a house in a bustling city, and finally get married and have children, and continue the family line. As for marrying six beautiful daughters-in-law at once, like now,
It was something I had never even dreamed of, but now it has come true like a dream.
Why are you working so hard now? Isn't it just to protect your loved ones and let your wife live a good life? It's a pity that now is not the time to relax. In the words of a certain big figure in later generations, "The revolution has not yet succeeded, and comrades are still
"You need to work hard", now I am like sailing against the current or retreating if I don't advance. If I am just satisfied with the current situation, I don't know how I will die in the future.
Looking at Pang Gang with a thoughtful expression on his face, Chen Yuanyuan, who had not yet recovered from his shyness, saw a figure flashing in front of him, and couldn't help but push him gently: "Okay, husband, don't be in a daze. Get up, smell it."
Sir is here."
"Wen Renjun, what is he doing here?" Pang Gang, who rarely got together with his wife, muttered and sat up. He turned his head and looked to the right. Wasn't it Wen Renjun who was walking slowly towards him?
It is said that after Wen Renjun took refuge with Pang Gang, his talent was quickly recognized by Pang Gang. This guy not only had certain insights into the military, but also had a good understanding of the general trend of the court and how to deal with internal affairs. This guy
Even Huayan had to admit defeat.
But there is one bad thing. Ever since Pang Gang casually told him that he would come to the backyard of Dingguo General Mansion without any notification, this guy would come in swaggering by himself every time, which made Pang Gang feel very itchy.
You said it casually, but you took it seriously.
Soon, Wen Renjun strode over. When he came to Pang Gang, he stood three steps in front of him and bowed to Pang Gang as a salute. "In my humble position, Wen Renjun has met your Excellency and all of your ladies."
Wen Renjun's movements are very free and smooth. Coupled with the strands of hair under his chin and his face like a crown jewel, in future generations, this guy would be able to charm a lot of young women in purgatory just by his appearance. This makes Pang Pang
I just feel a little envious in my heart. If I had an appearance like his, I wouldn’t be a bachelor even after graduating for several years in future generations.”
Seeing that their husbands had something to talk about, Kong Ruolan and the other girls were very sensible and said good luck to Mr. Wen Ren and then walked away with lotus steps. Wen Renjun, who was usually bohemian, was also very sensible.
He stared at his feet carefully. He was a smart man who knew what was allowed to be debauched and what mistakes he should never make.
"Okay, sit down."
Pang Gang lazily pointed to the stone bench next to him and picked up a bunch of grapes from the stone table and handed it to Wen Renjun.
"Tell me, what do you want to report?"
Wen Renjun did not eat the grapes after harvesting them, but said in a low voice: "Sir, Hubei has come to report that Li Zicheng is getting more and more troubled. Last month they captured De'an Prefecture and are now approaching Xiangyang. If Xiangyang is captured,
If they take it, they can attack Wuchang Prefecture without any worries. If Wuchang Prefecture falls, then the whole of Hubei will fall into the hands of bandits."
Pang Gang nodded: "Well, Li Zicheng is not an incompetent person. Being able to capture De'an Mansion proves that he is still capable."
Regarding this rebel leader who forced Chongzhen to hang himself from a crooked tree in history, although Pang Gang despised his strategic vision, he still admired his tenacious vitality. This guy is just a weed, you cut him
After one crop, he will soon be able to grow another crop. Not long ago, people claimed to have an army of 100,000. I have worked so hard to grow crops and do business, but now I only have more than 50,000 troops and less than two people.
Ten thousand water masters.
Seeing Pang Gang meditating, Wen Renjun didn't dare to disturb him, but just waited silently. After a while, he heard Pang Gang murmur: "This guy is really capable of troubles. Should we send troops to Hubei and take advantage of him?"
Is it resolved?"
When Wen Renjun heard this, he was startled and couldn't help but quickly stopped him: "Sir, you must not do this."
"Um...why not?" Pang Gang, who had come back to his senses, looked at Wen Renjun's nervous face and asked curiously.
"You...didn't you say you want to send troops to Hubei? This is absolutely impossible."
Looking at the nervous Wen Renjun, Pang Gang couldn't help but laugh. However, seeing Wen Renjun's anxious look, he couldn't help but secretly nod his head. This Wen Renjun was still very sober and was not blindly immersed in the past achievements of the Qingzhou Army.
.Although the current Shandong has been vigorously renovated by Pang Gang and Wei in the same year, after all, the time is still short, and it is not enough to support the needs of a huge war. Although relying on the golden finger of the mutated "Encyclopedia of Modern Weapons",
The equipment of the Qingzhou Army can be said to have entered the era of hot weapons ahead of schedule, but this does not mean that it can really run amok. The war is about comprehensive strength. Shandong is not strong enough now, and its own territory is still
It's not big enough, so you have to be careful in everything you do.
"Okay, I didn't say that we will attack Hubei immediately. Why are you so anxious?" Pang Gang chuckled and gave Wen Renjun reassurance.
After hearing what Pang Gang said, Wen Renjun calmed down and said sheepishly: "Sir, I am just worried because I am humble. I am worrying too much."
Pang Gang waved his hand nonchalantly, "It's good that you think so. As the saying goes, one person can't tell the truth and two people can make mistakes. I'm not a saint, and there are times when I make mistakes, so I need you to remind me more."
"Your Excellency, you are so open-minded. I have humbled myself to learn from you." Wen Renjun bowed in admiration and saluted Pang Gang.
What Wen Renjun admires most about Pang Gang is not his literary and military skills, but Pang Gang's mind. In Wen Renjun's opinion, this is more important than anything else. As a superior, you are not required to know everything, even
You may not be good at writing or martial arts, but there is one quality you must possess, that is, you must be able to employ people and have a broad mind to tolerate others, and this huge man in front of you has this.
It's just that Wen Renjun didn't know that this great man of his was used to seeing leaders who didn't understand and pretended to understand in later generations. He knew the dangers of lay leaders who were experts, so he felt comfortable talking about things he didn't understand.
Leave it to people who know how to do it.
Just when Pang Gang and Wen Renjun were discussing the situation in Hebei, there was another sound of footsteps outside. Pang Gang looked up and saw that Hua Yan was coming in a hurry.
As soon as he saw Pang Gang, he shouted: "Sir, Eunuch Ma has arrived outside the mansion and he wants to see you."
Pang Gang, who was confused, asked puzzledly: "What Eunuch Ma? Can you please explain your experience clearly?"
Hua Yan said anxiously: "Who else is Mr. Ma? It's the Mr. Ma who came to give you a gift from Hexi on your big day last time!"
Pang Gang was stunned: "It turns out to be him. Why is he here? Does he still want to fight against the autumn wind?"
"Who knows?" Hua Yan said with a bitter smile: "He only brought a few royal guards with him, and he is waiting outside the mansion now, sir. Do you want to see him?"
Pang Gang closed his eyes and pondered for a long time before opening his eyes and saying, "Wen praised the paintings and Hua experience, do you think I should see him?"
Wen Renjun and Hua Yan pondered for a long time. After the two sides looked at each other, Hua Yan said: "It stands to reason that Eunuch Ma's coming here must be based on the emperor's order. It would be impossible for us not to meet him. But based on our current relationship with the imperial court,
As far as relationships are concerned, whether we see each other or not is just a matter of your thoughts, so it's up to you to decide."
"Exactly!" Wen Renjun also said: "Anyway, we have turned against the court. It's up to you to see them or not. If you don't see them, just drive them away."
Pang Gang looked at the two of them and couldn't help but smile: "You clearly wanted me to see that Eunuch Ma, but you didn't say it, and you used words to squeeze me. If I did this and spread it, wouldn't it be wrong?
Doesn’t this seem like I’m being arrogant and unreasonable?”
"My lord is wise!" The two of them saw that their little thoughts were seen through by Pang Gang, but there was no trace of shame on their faces. Instead, they smiled and bowed.
Pang Gang waved his hand: "Okay, let's ask that Eunuch Ma to come in. I would like to see what he is doing again?"
Soon, Eunuch Ma, who had a dirty look on his face, hurried in with the eunuch's unique steps. Behind him were two guards in royal robes. As soon as Eunuch Ma saw Pang Gang, he cupped his hands and said to Pang Gang: "Hey.
Mr. Da Da, our family finally sees you. If we don’t see you, we will wipe our necks!"
Pang Gang didn't go out of his way to change his clothes. He still put on a pair of slippers and a loose gown and stood up. He greeted him with a smile. His sharp eyes saw that there was a gold thread on the cuffs of Eunuch Ma's blue eunuch costume.
That was the mark of the fourth-rank leader eunuch. He couldn't help but smile and said: "Eunuch Ma, it's been half a year since we last saw each other, and you've been promoted again. Congratulations."
Eunuch Ma said with a smile on his face: "Whatever we do as slaves is the favor of the emperor. But last time the emperor rewarded our family with an internal official prison (mainly in charge of purchasing the utensils used by the emperor, such as screens, beds, tables and cabinets, etc.)
) The position of the chief eunuch is nothing."
Pang Gang saw that although Eunuch Ma was being modest in his words, he still couldn't hide the smug look on his face, and he couldn't help but feel funny. He wanted to tease him, so he said: "Eunuch Ma, you have been promoted, but still
You dare to be a mere eunuch who is the chief eunuch of the inner palace, but you are underestimating your talents. In my opinion, you should have more room for development. For example, it would be good to be the eunuch of the direct palace and the governor of the capital. It would be better to serve there.
What do you think?"
"Master Pang Pang, you... you... Eunuch Ma turned pale with fright and pointed at Pang Gang with a trembling finger. He was speechless for a moment. But he was angry and scared in his heart. Now he is responsible for
Although the Neiguanjian is not as good as the two most popular yamen, Si Lijian and Yumajian, they are responsible for the purchase of sundries in the palace, and at least they still have some oil and water. As for Nazhidianjian and Duzhijian, one sweeps the floor and the other is responsible for cleaning.
The departments that empty toilets are all thankless yamen, and asking him to work there wouldn't cost him his life.
"Hahaha... Don't be surprised, father-in-law, I was just joking with you. Besides, you are from the palace. No matter how long my hand is, I can't reach the palace.
"
Seeing that Eunuch Ma was so angry, Pang Gang couldn't help laughing and asked Eunuch Ma to sit down.
"Hey, my dear, we are timid, so please don't scare us." Eunuch Ma, who was so frightened that he broke into a cold sweat, stretched out his sleeves to wipe the sweat from his forehead, and sat down.
He stood on the stone bench, and without caring about his appearance, he reached out and grabbed a bunch of grapes left on the table and started eating them. While eating, he said: "Master Pang, our family is very thirsty. I want to ask you for a cup of tea first."
drink."
"Oh, Eunuch Ma. Look, I am rude." Pang Gang slapped his forehead and apologized: "Come here, serve tea!"
When Eunuch Ma sat down, Pang Gang turned his attention to the two guards who had been standing behind Eunuch Ma. These two guards were tall, with waists embroidered with spring knives, and they looked very majestic. Pang Gang nodded to them and said
: "These two Jin Yiwei brothers must be thirsty too. Let's sit down and have a cup of tea together."
The two guards in Jinyi stood motionless, and one of the guards in Jinyi said angrily: "Thank you, Sir. It is the duty of a villain to protect Eunuch Ma, and I dare not exceed it."
"Um!"
Pang just said it casually, but when he heard that this little Jin Yiwei dared to contradict him, he couldn't help but narrow his eyes and looked back and forth between the two of them, with a look of calmness and authority on his face involuntarily.
A mixture of evil spirits from the superiors and those who fought on the battlefield over the years surged toward the two Jin Yiwei.
It didn't matter that Pang Gang's eyes widened. The two Jin Yiwei felt a huge pressure coming from the front. Their whole bodies couldn't help but trembled, and their calves also shivered. They both felt as if they were sitting in front of them.
It wasn't a human, but a fierce tiger staring at him. If the two of them hadn't supported him, he would have fallen to his knees long ago.
Eunuch Ma next to him took a look and thought something was wrong. It seemed that the two men behind him had offended the man in front of him. He was about to plead for mercy on behalf of the two men. Unexpectedly, Pang Gang just glared and then smiled: "Okay,
It’s good that these two brothers are loyal to their duties. Come here, give these two brothers a cup of tea!”
It was only then that the two frightened Jin Yiwei felt that their backs were already wet, and they felt directly in their hearts that the majesty of General Dingguo was really too scary.
"coming!"
At this time, two maids from the inner courtyard walked out quickly, carrying trays, and served a cup of tea to everyone present. Even the two guards behind Ma Eunuch had a share, and they drank from the tea cups in one gulp.
Then he thanked the two maids profusely.
Pang Gang ignored these two people and turned to Eunuch Ma who had just put down his teacup: "Eunuch Ma didn't come here specifically to drink tea, right? Now that you have drank the tea, it's time to talk about it."
Let’s get down to business.”
"This... Eunuch Ma looked around and couldn't help but said with a troubled face: "Mr. Pang, let's talk here... Pang Gang waved his hand indifferently: "You can't tell others anything. Everyone here is from my own family."
Brother, Eunuch Ma just said it’s okay.”
"That's fine!"
Mr. Ma quickly smiled while he was doing his job. He glanced at the two officials sitting next to Pang Gang who were obviously his staff. Seeing the flash of emotion in their eyes, he couldn't help but secretly sigh at Pang Gang's master.
The skill is so profound that a casual remark can move people so much.
"Lord Da Da, our Ming Dynasty is currently suffering from internal and external troubles. In the past few days, bandits have wreaked havoc on several cities in Hubei Province. The emperor was worried about this and could not sleep all night. But you also know the current situation of our Ming Dynasty. The court has no soldiers and no money.
Without a general, I am about to have great success... At this point, Ma's father-in-law's eyes turned red. He took out a handkerchief from his arms and wiped the corners of his eyes. At the same time, he looked ahead with his peripheral vision. But he didn't see it.
What he saw was Pang Gang's expressionless eyes, and even the two officials next to him were looking at their noses and hearts, sitting there as if it had nothing to do with them.
Eunuch Ma couldn't help but secretly hate him. This Pang Gang was really hard-hearted. Even though he was moved by what he said, he still remained calm.
I sighed secretly in my heart. It seems that without actual benefits, General Dingguo will not be tempted... (To be continued) rq!~!
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