Chapter 17 Gifts of Scholars
"The Lord is waiting in the other hall. Let me invite Li Lang to see you."
Li Tai waited in the front hall for a while, and the Hui soldier who had led him into the residence came in and whispered.
After hearing this, Li Tai got up and followed him out of the hall, but he was a little confused. He leaned over and asked in a low voice: "Is there a guest in the middle hall who is not suitable to meet?"
After hearing this, the soldier laughed dryly and said that it was the Lord who told him so.
After seeing this, Li Tai felt that his guess was correct. Although the Beizhen warriors were prominent in Guanzhong for a while, they were guests after all, and it was inevitable for them to stick together with each other's former hometown.
Not everyone among the Beizhen warriors hates Zhao Gui as much as Shuo Hui does, nor is he as aloof as He Basheng. If he offends Zhao Gui, he offends a considerable number of Beizhen warriors. Shuo Hui doesn't want to meet those people, so it can be regarded as a kind shield.
However, Li Tai is not worried about this. He has decided not to rush to the upper class of the Western Wei Dynasty, but to take root in the countryside of Guanzhong, so that he can avoid many personnel disputes with the upper class of the Western Wei Dynasty.
With the power of men and horses, the waist can be straightened. Even if Zhao Gui wants to cause trouble for him again in the future, the worst he can do is to seek refuge with Yu Wenhu, and wait until Yu Wentai dies to directly help kill Zhao Gui.
"Li Lang is here. There are too many things going on in the residence today, so I didn't get around to see you until now."
When Li Tai came to this other hall, Shu Hui was standing still in the hall, his burly body swaying slightly, which showed that he was really drunk.
"Don't tell me that I'm here to disturb you. I'll treat you as a guest and do as you please. It's a pity that we can't go together with you. I wish the general a smooth trip. He will show off his power to the west of the river and praise his achievements in the world!"
Li Tai raised his hands to bow, but did not dare to get too close to Shu Hui, fearing that the drunken man would lose his balance and hit him.
He saw a lot of Han and Hu military generals in Shuo Hui's house today. Even among this group of warriors, Shuo Hui's physique was really outstanding. He looked so powerful and intimidating.
"Li Lang's words are indeed pleasant to the ears. He is also clear about love and hate, and candid and frank."
Shuhui signaled Li Tai to sit down in the hall, and he also sat down, looked at Li Tai carefully, and then said: "There are some guests in the hall today who are inconvenient to meet, so I see you here. Li Lang is a talented young man, but he can't It is indeed a pity to work together. It is a pity that our relationship ended here. Although I am far away, my family still lives in Huazhou. Li Lang can visit me in his spare time and help me teach the bad boys in the family. "
While he was talking, a child was brought into the hall by soldiers.
"This is little Bodhidharma. Although he is young, he is not naughty."
Shuhui raised her finger and pointed at her son to introduce to Li Tai. Li Tai was startled when he heard this loud name. He took a closer look at the child. He had slightly sparse hair that reached the top of his head and was wearing a small hakama. The tiger-headed appearance is somewhat cute.
"Dharma, come and meet this Li Lang who is here. Don't call your father a friend or not. Li Lang is a disciple of the Li family in Longxi and a well-known gentleman in the world!"
Shuhui looked at her son and said with a smile, a bit proud in her words.
At Shuofeng's age, he naturally didn't know what the Li family in Longxi meant, but seeing his father introducing him so solemnly, he stepped forward and said, "Boy Bodhidharma, I have seen this distinguished guest here."
Li Tai quickly got up from the table and said in surprise: "The young man respects his elders and knows etiquette. He has a calm attitude. He keeps his toes in the court and has no worries about his successors."
When Shuhui heard this, he smiled even more happily, motioned for his son to sit down at the table with Li Tai, and sighed: "The country is far away, and the years have passed, and it is often difficult to have a career. Fortunately, I have this little thing in my arms to comfort me. It’s just that the people in Kansai are withering away, and I often worry about who to teach him. Can Li Lang share my worries? "
Hearing that Shuo Hui thought so highly of him, Li Tai also felt quite pressured, so he added: "Boshan is not good at learning. His parents often lament that he has tainted the family and is shallow and mediocre. He really dare not mislead others. Fortunately, General Zhanjie Appreciation is only what I know, and I dare not hide it. Xiaolang’s raw jade is inherited from the family tradition, and it will become a treasure in the long run!”
"Haha, I believe this good advice!"
Shuhui didn't think Li Tai would have much academic attainments at his age, and his son was born in a general family after all, so it would be ridiculous if he really wanted to become a rotten Confucian.
The reason why he wanted to introduce his son to Li Tai was mainly because he valued Li Tai's family status, hoping to open up a new level of communication for his son.
When he was young, Shuo Hui also had the courage to use his martial arts to sweep away all the injustices in the world and change the future. He often spoke of the wealthy and powerful people in Luoyang with gnashing of teeth and hatred. Whether following He Bayue or Yu Wentai, they can fight bravely and not be afraid of danger.
But now that he is no longer young, he has seen many injustices and difficulties in the world. In particular, the battle of Mangshan brought a great psychological shock to him, and he increasingly feels that some things can be changed without even wanting to change them.
Therefore, from the bottom of his heart, he did not want his son to follow his old path again and experience the difficulties and dangers he had experienced in the world again. He hoped to do his best to pave a smoother and smoother life path for his son.
Li Tai's attitude pleased Shui Hui. He could also clearly feel that this boy from the Li family in Longxi was different from the children of the aristocratic families in Chang'an. He was more strategic and pragmatic in dealing with people. Su Chuo and Dugu Xin mentioned Li Tai at the same time, which made Shu Hui realize that he was not mistaken.
The family hurriedly entered the hall and reported that the guests in the middle hall were urging them. Shuohui put away his thoughts and smiled bitterly at Li Tai: "The nasty guests are disturbing us, so we don't have time to talk for a long time. I know that Li Lang has just entered Guanzhong, and there are many characters who are not harmonious. The servants are very polite, Li Lang must not refuse!"
When Li Tai saw this, he also stood up. He was indeed in a shortage of people, and Gao Zhongmi had paid for the gift for coming to visit Hui Hui, so he stopped being polite and just said thank you and left.
Several Hui's soldiers led Li Tai to the side courtyard. There were already dozens of men and women standing here, as well as two horses that looked very good. The soldier handed a plan book to Li Tai's hand and said: "The Lord has given fifty soldiers and two good horses as a gift. Please let Li Lang inspect them!"
He gave away half a cart of wheels and thirty taels of gold, but got back so many people.
Li Taizheng planned to develop based on the rural areas of Guanzhong. The more manpower the better, and he felt that Shuo Hui was really open-minded. He also asked this soldier to express his gratitude on his behalf, and he also remembered what Shuo Hui said in his heart. Decided to teach Hui Hui's son as his own son.
"Some generals are really fond of each other. These two good horses alone would be worth at least ten thousand yuan even in Dongzhou!"
On the way back, his follower Li Yan kept circling the two horses and exclaimed: "Look at these two good horses, Alang. They both have dragon heads with protruding eyes and four full eyes! All horses must have big eyes." If the horse is big, the heart will be big, and it will not convulse. The small ears will be erect, the liver will not be impatient, and the mind will be able to listen. The horse's nose will be wide, the lungs will be long, and it will not tire when it travels a thousand miles..."
Li Tai just looked at the two horses' splendid appearance, but he didn't know that Xiangma had so much knowledge. He listened to Li Yantou's explanation and looked at them carefully. The more he looked at them, the more he liked them.
The only shortcoming is that the coat color of the two horses is slightly mixed, not pure white or pure red. When I asked Li Yantou, I learned that the color of the horse's coat is not only good-looking. The white horse has strong bones and strong bones, while the red horse has strong blood and strength. They are both very rare first-class horses.
The official from the Dudu's Mansion had already taken his leave beforehand, but Li Tai and his entourage had arrived with more than a dozen people, and when they returned they were a mighty team of dozens of people, and no unscrupulous scoundrel dared to come forward to harass him again. .
As soon as the group entered the south wall of the city, they saw smoke and dust rising from the street opposite, and a group of knights galloping towards the north on horseback.
Li Tai knew that the city of Huazhou was filled with bastards and big brothers everywhere. In line with the principle of keeping a low profile, Li Tai motioned to everyone to avoid the road first and wait for this group of people to pass before leaving.
"I asked who led the troops to parade on the street. It turned out to be Li Lang. Why are you bringing so many people on the streets?"
The knights rushed nearby, and the leader was clearly He Basheng who had parted outside the city yesterday. When he saw Li Tai standing on the side of the road, he stopped his horse, raised his whip and pointed at him and asked with a smile.
Li Tai hurried forward, lowered his head and said with a smile: "Young man has just arrived in Xiongcheng, how dare you show off? I just paid a visit to some generals' mansions and got gifts for the soldiers. The elders gave it to me and I dare not say goodbye. My uncle is about to give it to me." Where to go?”
"I also want to go to some Huibo residences, but I'm tired of seeing so many people and noisy people, so I'm leaving late."
He Basheng answered with a smile, then looked at the team behind Li Tai for a few more times, and then asked: "Li Lang, are you short of people? I also have a lot of soldiers in my family. I will give you some orders someday."
When Li Tai heard this, he subconsciously lowered his head and raised his feet to look. Did he go out and step on dog poop? Why are you so lucky today? Just when I was planning to farm in Guanzhong, someone rushed to give it to me!
"Entering the barrier alone and weak will indeed lead to the danger of being outnumbered. But my uncle has taught me a lot. The boy must eventually stand on his own feet..."
Li Tai was still a little embarrassed, so he reluctantly refused.
However, He Basheng waved his hand: "Since it's useless, I will help you. There is no need to show off your refusal. I know where Gao Situ's residence is, and I may not have time to go there in person, so I will arrange for it to be delivered tomorrow. How many soldiers will I send to you? No less than him!”
Li Tai loved He Basheng's stubbornness to death. After hearing this, he stopped refusing and thanked him again.
"It's just a small matter, not worth mentioning. Just wait at home tomorrow."
After He Basheng said this, he rode away.
Li Tai smiled broadly and waved to the troops behind him to continue setting off. He was already thinking about how long it would take to build a sizable troops.
When they returned to Gao Zhong's secret residence, Gao Bailing was already waiting in the front hall. Li Tai pointed at Gao Bailing and said with a smile: "How many spare rooms are there in the residence? Some generals gave fifty soldiers in return and placed them in the residence first."
Gao Bailing couldn't laugh after hearing this. He looked at the dozens of men and women who had just been led back, with a tangled look on his face: "Thirteenth Master, can these soldiers be returned?"
"Why? Is this something taboo?"
Seeing his expression like this, Li Tai felt a little nervous for a moment and asked quickly.