Zhufeng and the steward returned to Zhang's house and saw a strange person, but he was obviously dressed in an unusual way.
When the visitor saw Zhufeng, he bowed respectfully and then expressed his intention: it was a nobleman from the palace who summoned him.
Zhufeng did not refuse and got on the carriage that came to pick him up.
The carriage drove for nearly half an hour before it finally stopped. Then, before Zhufeng could get out of the car, the curtain of the carriage was opened, and two people dressed as Taoist priests respectfully made invitations.
Zhufeng followed the Taoist priest with some curiosity and entered a palace-like Taoist temple. Not long after, an old man with silver hair and white beard came steadily. After seeing Zhufeng, he put his hands together and saluted, "I am a poor Taoist."
Meet the real person."
Zhufeng was slightly startled. After being in this world for so long, this was the first time he saw a truly virtuous person.
He had heard before that there was a national master in Mu State who could control the wind and rain. After he guessed the identity of the other party, he returned a salute, "The national master is polite."
The Imperial Master, however, turned aside and did not dare to accept the courtesy, saying, "The real person has defeated the poor Taoist."
Ming people don't say secret words, so Zhufeng asked bluntly: "I wonder why your Majesty called me here?"
In the Mu Kingdom, the only noble person Zhufeng knew was the child named Chu Mu who had a brief relationship with his family.
Sure enough, the Imperial Master bowed slightly and said, "Your Majesty has been waiting in the main hall for a long time. Please move forward."
Zhufeng was not polite, accepted the ceremony, and followed him to the main hall.
Different from the forbearing sooty boy at the beginning, Chu Mu today, with the blessing of clothes and clothes, is extremely energetic, and his majestic appearance can be seen in the world with every move he makes.
This made Zhufeng couldn't help but feel emotional. People will always grow and change silently over time. When he came back to his senses, it was incredible.
When Mu Chu saw Zhufeng again, he was also surprised and happy, and even a little surprised and puzzled in his heart.
The national teacher actually divined a few days ago that a real person would come to the capital of Mu Kingdom, but he always thought it was the little girl who was with him because in his opinion, that one was the one who could really help him.
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But he didn't expect it to be the doctor among the five. So what did the Imperial Master mean by "getting great help from this person"?
With this thought in his mind, Mu Chu did not hesitate in his actions. He quickly walked down the hall, bowed with his hands together, put away all gestures, and was quite humble.
"Shi Yan has met his benefactor. Please don't blame me. Shi Yan is in the palace and has many inconveniences when traveling, so he has to ask his benefactor to drive him."
"Your Majesty, you are so polite." Zhufeng returned the greeting and was then invited to sit at the front seat.
As for Mu Chu, he had two more futons placed on the same side and sat on the ground with the Imperial Master.
After exchanging a few words with Zhufeng, Mu Chu gradually got to the point, "...I wonder why my benefactor came to Mu country this time?"
"Do some small business." Zhufeng replied.
Mu Chu nodded clearly and said: "Actually, Shi Yan invited his benefactor here today out of selfish motives. If the benefactor and his family could move to my country, Shi Yan would welcome him with high officials and generous salaries. He is ungrateful.
What do you think?"
Zhufeng chuckled, cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty's kindness, I accept it with my heart."
Mu Chu did not give up, but continued to persuade: "My benefactor may wish to climb up to the city tower at any time to see that the country of Mu is still weak now, but in the future, it will definitely become a place where the souls of the wise people in the world will fly.
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Shi Yan really hopes that my benefactor can reconsider. If your family can come to our country of Mu, they will definitely be supported by the whole country."
Zhufeng thought for a while, Chu Mu had seen how powerful they were before, so he must have wanted to recruit talents now.
In this case, you might as well give him a talent, and said: "I really don't have this in mind, but there is someone I can recommend to you.
This person is quite talented and full of innovative ideas, but he has been frustrated because he lacks a suitable path.
Moreover, he is also from Daxia and has a good connection with the next family. If your Majesty is willing to condescend to meet him, you will definitely get an unexpected surprise."
Shi Yan's face was full of joy, "Oh? Who is this person? Where is he now?"
"This man's name is Xu Ying, and he is currently in the Zhang family. He is both from Daxia and Mu, because the head of the Zhang family is ready to accept him as his adopted son."
Xu Ying, Shi Yan had never heard of this name, but seeing the Imperial Master nod slightly, he handed over his hand again, "Thank you so much, my benefactor, Shi Yan will meet this person in person. If he is really talented, he will be promised a high official and generous salary.
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Zhufeng felt that his role had been played, so he left on the grounds that it was getting late.
They were also sent back to Zhang's house by carriage. Since it was getting really dark, Xu Ying's summons was changed to the next day.
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That night, Xu Ying took the post summoning him and was so excited that he couldn't sleep. He simply came to Zhufeng's room and chatted with Zhufeng.
Of course, the main thing is to get to know the king as a person. After all, the meeting tomorrow will directly affect whether he can continue on the path he has chosen.
"...I heard that Your Majesty has not yet reached the top. From the perspective of a boss, what kind of person is Your Majesty?" Calm? Impulsive? Or young and energetic?
He didn't want to say it directly, but Zhufeng also understood and said comfortingly: "You have to judge by yourself in the future what kind of person he is. But one thing you can rest assured is that he is a courteous and virtuous person."
Xu Ying breathed a sigh of relief, and then said gratefully: "Thanks to Boss Zhu this time. Although my adoptive father agreed to recommend me, it is impossible to meet you. Boss Zhu came here to ask me
It saves me a year or two of detours.”
Zhufeng smiled and took a sip of tea, "Perhaps, everything is destined."
Xu Ying was filled with gratitude, paused, and then asked: "Boss Zhu is going back to Yinzhou tomorrow?"
Zhufeng nodded slightly: "Yes, we will set off early tomorrow morning." He added: "I left early, so there is no need to see each other off. Just say goodbye now." After saying that, he picked up the teacup, raised it, and took a sip.
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Xu Ying was not shy, picked up the tea and took a sip, "Then I wish Boss Zhu a safe journey."
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At around nine o'clock the next day, before dawn, Zhufeng opened the door of Zhang's house, carried a simple baggage on his back and arrived at the dock.
The two cargo ships had been loaded with cargo overnight. At that time, the two ship bosses were waiting on the shore. When they saw Zhufeng, they quickly stepped forward to bow, and then a group of people boarded the ship and headed towards Yinzhou.
Drive away.
As for Xu Ying, after midnight, he was taken into the palace. After meeting with Mu Chu, the two talked behind closed doors until the afternoon. They didn't even eat lunch. It wasn't until midnight that the closed door was opened.
No one knew what the two talked about in the palace, but after that, the youngest prime minister in the history of the Mu Kingdom suddenly appeared in front of everyone.
Regarding this sudden appearance of the Prime Minister, no one knows what his abilities are, let alone his background. In short, the king has great trust in him, and he is no less than the national adviser.
Naturally, the courtiers had their own reactions to this. But undoubtedly, the vast majority were opposed to it. How could the Prime Minister of the country, with one person under one person and more than ten thousand people, be given the title of a stranger so easily to a stranger who didn't know the details?
But even though there were many opponents, Muchu still insisted on his decision despite all opinions. At this point, a long tug-of-war began between the mysterious Prime Minister, Mu's courtiers, and other surrounding vassal states.