Chapter 127 The Messenger of Water
When Yu Wenhu was acting violently at He Ba's house, Su Chuo had also arrived at Li Hu's house in Chang'an City.
Naturally, the Li Hu family did not dare to neglect this favored minister in front of Daxingtai. The young master Li Zhenxing went out to greet him, invited him into the hall to receive him together with several Hui who had returned, and then quickly sent people outside the city. Notify Li Hu.
"Su Lingchuo is here too? Could it be Daxingtai..."
When Li Hu outside the city heard the news, his face suddenly became ugly.
The impact of Su Chuo's arrival on his heart was far greater than that of Shu Hui and Yu Wenhu not long ago. His seniority in Beizhen, including his position in the current situation of the Western Wei Dynasty, was slightly higher than that of Zhao Gui, and he also understood better how Su Chuo's arrival expressed Daxingtai's attitude.
"Who is this Li Boshan? How dare Daxingtai value him so much..."
Li Hu frowned and murmured to himself, feeling that things seemed to be getting more difficult. He took off his armor and put on a light hakama, and then called his followers to go to the city.
He could still be stubborn about Hui, a young man from his hometown, but he could not take it lightly for Su Chuo, an important person in the industry. At this time, Li Hu didn't know that something worse was waiting for him.
When he arrived at the door of his house, Heba's slave who had been waiting for him came up to him and said to him with a sad face: "Alang is waiting for you to tell Duke Longxi that the matter with Gao Pingnan has been resolved. Thank you Duke Longxi for coming forward..." …”
"Solved...how?"
When Li Hu heard this, his face suddenly became even more ugly, and anger suddenly arose in his heart.
For this matter, he has already gone to this step, but he still knows nothing here, but the Heba brothers have already said that the matter is settled. What does this mean for him?
He was about to continue asking for details, but he saw his son Li Zhen, who was waiting for guests in the front hall, walking quickly. Behind him, Su Chuo and Shuo Hui were also standing in front of the porch to greet him. He pointed at the Heba family slave and said solemnly: " Don’t leave yet, tell me the details later!”
After saying this, he glanced at his son, then strode towards Su Chuo, clasped his fists and said with a smile: "I was in Fangcheng just now, and I couldn't welcome the guests in person. I beg Su Shangshu to forgive me."
"Public affairs in Longxi are heavy and complicated. If someone comes to disturb me without telling me, please do not blame me."
Su Chuo also stepped forward and returned the courtesy with a smile, and after being polite to each other, they turned around and returned to the hall together.
After they sat down, Li Hu was not in a hurry to speak, and Su Chuo didn't tell him his intention first. The atmosphere became slightly awkward for a while.
The two of them were still looking at each other, but Hui Hui couldn't bear it anymore, so he spoke first: "Li Lang, a man from Gao Ping, is a guest in my house, and everyone present is not a stranger. Can Brother Wen Bin invite him to come out and have a party with us?" "
When Li Hu heard this, he became even more irritable. He thought it was just an ordinary thing, but he didn't expect to put himself in such a cramped situation.
When he saw that Su Chuo was also open to speak, he pointed at his son and said, "Go and invite Li Lang over."
Not long after, Li Tai came to the hall and saw Shu Hui and Su Chuo who were present. He was also stunned. He was a little confused about the situation. After seeing the ceremony, he couldn't detect any clues from their faces.
Su Chuo first looked at Li Tai, and then at Li Hu, who was sitting in the main seat with a slightly unnatural expression. Then he raised his finger and pointed at Li Tai, frowning and saying: "Li Lang, you are really good at taking a break. Don't ask." Whether it is convenient or not for the master, he is forced to stay here for many days. No wonder the envoy from the Taiwanese government has not seen him for several visits! "
When Li Tai heard this, he quickly stood up again before his butt was warm, and said with an apologetic look: "Boshan's lazy nature made Su Shangshu laugh. He will definitely come forward to apologize when he returns. I dare to ask Su Shangshu, what's wrong with me?" Why are you visiting?"
"The Daxingtai has reviewed the statement you made before. We agree with it and plan to take charge of the affairs. We will discuss the specific arrangements later. There is no need to disturb the tranquility of the Longxi residence with the trivial details of this case. "
Su Chuo waved his hand again and signaled Li Tai to return to the table and sit down for now.
When Li Hu heard this conversation, his eyes flickered a few more times. After a brief pause, he said: "I am also an official in the court, not a casual visitor. I am also very curious about what Daxingtai was taught to Shaoxian." . If the matter is not confidential, could you please inquire?"
"It's not a confidential matter. Daxingtai appreciated Li Lang's talent in formulating policies and discussing matters, so he was specially used. He was assigned to Daxingtai to serve as Zhonglang and the envoy of Dushui, and to use General Fubo to lead Luoshui River, canals, weirs and other affairs. "
After Su Chuo heard this, he stopped talking and told Li Tai's new official position in front of the Daxing Platform.
Not to mention the reaction of the people present, Li Tai was immediately pleasantly surprised after hearing these words. He was promoted again. The preparations he had been making for the past few days finally came to fruition!
His former official Zuo Lang and Daxing Taimo Cao joined the army, and they were promoted from the fifth rank official position. The Dushui envoy was promoted to the fifth rank, and his rank was promoted one level.
Daxingtai is engaged in the position of Zhonglang as a counselor and a servant of the Bafu, and his rank has reached the fourth rank. Although he is no longer responsible for specific administrative work of the Bafu, the scope of affairs he can contact has been much expanded. You can consult on all matters, and it can be regarded as the core think tank of Daxingtai!
What's more important is that he actually added a general title. Although the titles of generals in the Western Wei Dynasty were very confusing, and he didn't know what rank the general title of General Fubo was, but when he heard this title, he thought of the famous Eastern Han Dynasty general Ma Yuan. It shouldn't be much different.
Especially for Li Tai, having such a general title means that Yu Wentai no longer regards him as a simple counselor or government bureaucrat, which is also a big breakthrough for his personal future development.
He had always dreamed about the opportunity to be able to stand alone and develop his own power. Although he had guessed that the opportunity was not small before, when he heard that the appointment had been officially issued, he couldn't help but smile. This little Lu finally had a chance to run wild. Got it!
If he hadn't been in the hall of Li Hu's home, he would have danced with joy.
"Then I really have to congratulate Li Lang. Daxingtai recognizes the wise and appreciates talented people. The person who has been rewarded frequently by the former government officials is Su Shangshu. As the successors of virtuous people have succeeded, Li Lang can follow Su Shangshu's example. Don’t be indebted to your kindness!”
Shuhui didn't expect this guy to be promoted so quickly. After a moment of surprise, he pointed at Li Tai and said with a smile.
Li Tai smiled from ear to ear, nodded repeatedly and said, "Absolutely. Since I have received this reward, I will naturally devote myself to it."
The two sang together, but it made Li Hu, who was in charge, even more uncomfortable.
The corner of his mouth trembled a few times before he forced out a decent smile and said to Li Tai: "The host is also very happy that the guest has moved here. How can there be no wine in such a good time? Come quickly, please Treat alcohol and food.”
While the slaves were preparing for the banquet, he stood up and apologized, then returned to the inner hall to change his robes. Then he summoned the Heba family slave here and asked in a deep voice: "Tell me carefully, what is this matter?" Solved? Don’t hide it!”
Seeing Li Hu's cold and serious expression, the slave of the Heba family trembled and recounted everything including the conditions and price that Yu Wenhu had come to the door before.
boom!
After Li Hu heard this, he raised his fist and slammed it on the door frame, and said angrily: "How could a hero like Taifu give birth to such a short-sighted fool! How dare they make such a crazy noise with a hundred thousand pieces of silk? People will Why do you look at me, and how do people discuss things?
If you pursue evil desires wildly, you will definitely get nothing! He was originally a good helper in the family, and since then he has been both kind and righteous! Get out of my house! I would like to inform my second son that from now on, unless it is a matter of survival, no one is allowed to disturb me! "
After expelling the slave, Li Hu's face was still angry and his mood was even worse. He sat alone in the room for a while. When his family came to tell him that the food and wine had been served in the hall, and when the host started the banquet, he raised his hands and rubbed his stiff face twice before getting up and leaving.
When he arrived outside the hall, there was a flash of struggle on his face, and he lingered for a moment before he walked into the room and sat down at the table. He steeled himself and signaled the guests to enjoy the wine and food.
After pondering for a while, he winked at his son Li Zhen, who was standing beside him, and motioned for him to come down and pour wine for several guests.
Su Chuo and Shuo Hui took this in stride, but when it was Li Tai's turn, he quickly stood up and said, "I've been treating you kindly for a few days, how dare you trouble me again."
"That's right. Gao Pingnan, you are a handsome young man, and you are already famous in the world. Although the bad man has his teeth, he is still silent in the court. I also hope that he can see the good and think of him."
Li Hu picked up the wine glass, signaled to Li Tai from afar in the banquet, and drank it all in one gulp.
With his status and position, he naturally couldn't bear to apologize to Li Tai. And even if Li Tai's position is higher, there is no need to be as arrogant as before.
In the final analysis, it was Daxingtai's attitude. He directly sent Su Chuo to his house to tell him about Li Tai's re-appointment. Naturally, he had to understand the meaning. What's more, the two real victims have stopped pursuing each other. This time, he was really called the bad guy for nothing and was ignored.
Li Tai could also feel Li Hu's goodwill release. Although it would not settle the old grudges, there was no need to continue to argue face to face. Whether they will be friendly to each other in the future or wait for opportunities to retaliate is all in the aftermath. At least for now, they can maintain a semblance of harmony and allow themselves to have more room for development.
He took the wine flask from Li Zhen's hand, stood by the table and filled the wine glass. He also imitated Li Hu and drank it all in one gulp. Then he thanked him and sat down at the table.
With the deliberate avoidance and persistence of several people, the meal was enjoyed by the guests and the host, so much so that during the second half of the meal, Li Hu was in a drunken state with blurred eyes.
After seeing this, Su Chuo was also worried about causing trouble, so he stood up to leave first. Upon seeing this, Su Chuo and Li Tai also stood up.
Li Hu was already a little drunk. He held the table and stood up several times but failed, so he signaled his son to send out a few people on his behalf.
When Li Zhen saw off the guests and returned to the hall, he saw his father sitting at the banquet, drinking by himself. There were some wet tears in the corners of his eyes. He quickly stepped forward and whispered: "Ah, this is..."
"I feel sad for my late master! Once a great hero, there is no successor. Even if our old friend is still loyal and warm-hearted, what will happen?"
Li Hu wiped away the tears from the corners of his eyes, waved to his son, threw the wine glass on the table, stood up and walked out of the hall with a sigh.