The man crossed his hands and saluted, without showing any shame, grievance or frustration. He continued to promote himself to Gao Xianzhi: "I admit that I am a bit unattractive. Gao Duhu is known for his talent and learning. How can I judge a person by his appearance?" , I sent greetings twice, but did the Protector not even read it? Otherwise, why would he give up on a ready-made talent like me?"
This person is interesting and thick-skinned. He was rejected twice when he promoted himself, but he still came to him a third time. This kind of person can be successful even as a salesman in modern times. He calls himself a talented person, but he doesn't know. Is he really capable, or is he just boasting?
Li Siye asked casually: "What's your name?"
He crossed his hands and replied: "I am reporting to General Li that I am entrusting you with the title of Chang Qing. Now I am serving as the disciple of your husband, Meng Zhongcheng."
"Feng Changqing?" Li Siye's voice couldn't help but raise a few degrees.
Gao Xianzhi turned to him and asked: "What? Do you know him, or do you?"
"Oh, I don't know him." Li Siye turned around coldly, but he felt a little excited in his heart.
Gao Xianzhi nodded, stretched out his hand to Feng Changqing and refused: "I told you this morning that my entourage is full, so don't come to me again."
Feng Changqing showed a moment of disappointment, and lowered his head helplessly and sighed. Two of Gao Xianzhi's followers stopped in front of him, holding out their arms with mocking and indifferent expressions: "Let's go."
Although he was disappointed, he did not forget the etiquette. He put his hands on his chest and raised his thumbs: "Gao Duhu is busy today. Chang Qing will come back to see you another day."
The turmoil just now did not affect Gao Xianzhi's mood, and he and Li Siye continued walking along the outer wall of the Protectorate.
Li Siye paid attention to Feng Changqing and asked insinuatingly: "I see the behavior of the man just now. He is stubborn and unyielding. He does have merit. I wonder why the general refused?"
Gao Xianzhi raised his hand and smiled: "There are many stubborn and persevering people in the world, how can I give them all a chance? Besides, this Chang Qing is ugly and has a limp leg. It is difficult for a scholar to reach the level of elegance." , Wu cannot mount and dismount his horse to fight. The ancients said that appearance comes from the heart. With a rough and bitter appearance like this, he must have been hungry and cold in the deserted streets and had trouble even eating enough. He has no talent and learning, let alone a strong body. What's the use?"
What Gao Xianzhi said makes sense. It applies to most poor people in the world, but there are exceptions.
Li Siye didn't want to reveal anything more to him, so the two of them walked half a circle around the outer wall of the Protector's Mansion, then said goodbye to each other and went their separate ways.
After sending Gao Xianzhi back to his house, Li Siye hurried back, but unfortunately Feng Changqing had disappeared. But now that he knew his identity and where he lived, it would be much easier to handle.
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In Qiuci City, in front of the residence of Meng Lingcha, the military governor of Jiedu, Li Siye, wearing a crimson robe, knocked lightly on the side door.
Squeaking, the side door opened in response, and a wrinkled face popped out. He crossed his hands and asked respectfully: "General, I want to see my husband, Zhongcheng. Unfortunately, Zhongcheng is not at the house. Can you send me the greeting card first?" Leave it and I'll give it to the butler..."
"Feng Changqing, if I don't look for Zhongcheng, I will look for you."
"Looking for me?" Feng Changqing opened his mouth in shock and pointed at his nose.
"Yes, do you have time?"
"have."
In front of the Qiuci Wine Shop in the midsummer, even trees like the thorn willow, which is resistant to heat and drought, lowered their heads dejectedly, and there was a feeble and hoarse cry from the branches. Li Siye took off his official robe and took off his right hem. One of his sleeves was hanging out, and his body was covered in hard scabs from scars, making it uncomfortable no matter how he sat. Feng Changqing actually wore half-arms of linen clothes, which looked quite comfortable.
A wind barrier is hung on the roof of the wine shop, and a waiter pulls two ropes to swing it, which can somewhat relieve the heat of the guests.
"Here comes the wine." Dr. Jiu ran over with a wine jar in a bamboo basket, held it on the table with both hands and said, "This wine is specially chilled in the deep well in the backyard for guests to touch and see."
Li Siye picked up the wine jar and really cooled it off. He peeled off the seal and poured a glass of wine for Feng Changqing. The other party hurriedly held the bowl with both hands, acting like he was flattered.
"I can see that you are eager to get ahead. Since you are the disciple of Fumeng Zhongcheng's house, why should you sacrifice the near and seek the far away?"
Feng Changqing just picked up the wine cup and drank a sip. It was so cold that he took a breath, licked his lips and said: "To be honest, general, if I ask for help from my husband, Meng Zhongcheng, I can ask for someone."
The clerk of the Duhu Mansion, who receives a salary of seven to eight thousand yuan a month, can spend his life without worrying about food and clothing. But what I want is to keep my food and stomach warm? Sound and look happy? No. Chang Qing
What I want is to make this body less than seven feet useful and to put this talent and learning into practice. What else can I add to the rest of the gold, silver, wealth, silk, fine clothing and food?"
Is this another ambitious young man who strives for his ideals? Listening to the tone of his words, Li Siye sounded very heroic.
"In Fumeng Zhongcheng's place, I no longer have the opportunity to join the ranks. I heard that General Gao is now the military envoy of the four towns of Anxi and is fighting abroad all year round. Only by worshiping him can I have the opportunity to display my talents.
"
Li Siye grunted in his stomach and thought, I'm sitting in front of you now, and I'm still talking about Gao Xianzhi. Why, are you still waiting for my dignified two-town guard to take the initiative to treat the virtuous corporal? This way, my style,
Isn't it much worse than Gao Xianzhi? Feng Changqing frowned and took another sip of wine. He didn't know that he suddenly reacted. He looked at Li Siye sitting in front of him, his expression was a little more excited, and he quickly pulled his knees back twice.
I want to bow and salute again.
Li Siye coughed and straightened his back. You have finally come to the right path. You can be useful under my command. Don't always think about being Gao Xianzhi's follower.
He pretended to pick up the wine cup casually, thinking about rejecting it later, waiting for Feng Changqing to beg again, and then reluctantly subdued him.
I saw Feng Changqing folding his hands and bowing to the ground: "General Li and Gao Duhu are colleagues. The general's words have great weight in front of Gao Duhu. I only hope that the general can recommend me in front of Gao Duhu. Feng Changqing
Grateful."
Li Siye swallowed half a mouthful of cold wine, put down the wine cup and waved to Dr. Jiu: "Check out!" After saying that, he took out dozens of large coins from his sleeves, stacked them on the table, and turned around to the door of the wine shop.
Go outside.
Perhaps feeling that he had said something wrong, Feng Changqing hurriedly chased him out, stopped in front of Li Siye, crossed his hands and bowed: "Chang Qing has eyesight but does not recognize Mount Tai. I know that General Li is the envoy of Shule and Khotan, and now he is here
Anxi's reputation is second only to that of Zhongcheng and Gao Duhu. However, it is said that General Li is brave and good at fighting, and often suffers blood alone. His subordinates are also brave and good at fighting. How can a person like Chang Qing, who has a physical disability, be able to join General Li's account?
Now that I think about it, Chang Qing can only give it a try shamelessly."
He solemnly crossed his hands and bowed: "Feng Changqing would like to join the general's service, and I also ask for the general's permission."
This remedial attitude was quite sincere. At this point, Li Siye no longer tried to make things difficult. He directly stepped forward to lift his arm and said, "It is because of a certain person who often fights in close quarters that I realize the importance of scholars."
, since you have talent and learning, come with me to Shule first, you will inevitably be put to use in the future."
"Oh, I don't know when the general will leave. Chang Qing wants to prepare in advance."
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