One Piece of Song Dynasty

Cai You felt that the time had come to show his ability. He wanted to let Yaoshi Guo know that his relationship with the Holy Sage was very unusual.

Pharmacist Guo was a little unconvinced and said: "Can this be done?"

Cai You smiled: "Let's give it a try."

Therefore, Cai You went to the palace to see Emperor Huizong of the Song Dynasty, reported the wishes of Pharmacist Guo, and suggested that the Jinming Pool be opened to Pharmacist Guo alone, in order to show the emperor's extra favor to him and win his heart.

Song Huizong thought for a while and said: "It's not enough to just open Jinming Pool. We also need to perform two water plays for him to watch."

Cai You was overjoyed and soon returned to Yaoshi Guo's residence to tell him the good news. Pharmacist Guo was flattered and deeply moved.

On this day, Cai You accompanied Guo Yaoshi on horseback to leave the city and go to Jinmingchi. Jinming Lake is located outside Shuntian Gate, also known as Bieyuan, Xichi and Jiaochi. It was originally an artificial lake used by Zhou Shizong to conquer the Southern Tang Dynasty and train his navy. During the Zhenghe period, Emperor Huizong of the Song Dynasty issued an edict to build many pavilions and pavilions here, plant many flowers, plants and trees, and transform it into a beautiful royal garden. Every March, the garden is open to the people of Tokyo. At that time, the flowers were red and willows were green, white butterflies were dancing on the flowers, orioles were singing in the green trees, and the scenery was charming. The people of Tokyo came out in droves and never wanted to leave. The most attractive thing is that in those days, water plays were performed in Jinmingchi almost every day, and there were also wonderful dragon boat races. Temporary colorful sheds were set up on the waterfront, where citizens stopped to watch.

As soon as you enter the gate of Jinmingchi, the first thing you see is a giant arch bridge. There is a tower at the head of the bridge and five halls are connected.

Cai You and Pharmacist Guo walked onto the arch bridge. Cai You introduced as they walked: "This bridge is called Xianqiao, and that balcony is called Baojin Tower. We will go there to watch the water show."

They climbed onto the balcony and just sat down when a small boat floated on the water in front of the building. They heard the sound of drums and whistles coming from the boat. The music was harmonious and very charming.

Cai You said: "This is called Le Chuan."

After a while, the music stopped, and another boat floated slowly over. There was a small colorful tower on the boat, with three small doors underneath, directly facing the water. The music suddenly started playing again, and a small puppet came out of the middle door of the colorful building, wearing white clothes and holding a fishing rod for fishing. The boat circled around, and the little puppet caught a live fish. It was jumping lively. The little puppet carried the fish and went in. Then, another small puppet came out with several small white balls spinning in its hands.

Cai You introduced: "This performance is a water puppet."

Yaoshi Guo said: "It's very interesting. There are also puppet shows in Yanjing, but they are not on the water."

After the small boats left, two large boats came, and a swing stood at the stern of the two boats. At this time, the music started playing again, and a person began to swing. Suddenly he floated into the air, suddenly fell into the water, and suddenly turned somersault and returned to the pedal.

Cai You gestured and said, "This is called the water swing."

Pharmacist Guo was full of praise: "Yes, yes, this show is very good. I have seen people swinging on swings, but I have never seen people swinging on water like this."

After watching the water play performance, Cai You and Guo Yaoshi visited the garden for a while. It wasn't until sporadic light rain fell in the sky that they reluctantly left.

Yaoshi Guo feels that Tokyo is indeed a good place, but it is not suitable for him to grow up. He has to live with his tail between his legs here every day, which is very uncomfortable. He thought that he should go back to Yanjing.

The next day, Medicine Master Guo went to say goodbye to Cai You. Cai You asked: "Before leaving, do you want to see the Holy Emperor?"

Pharmacist Guo smiled. He felt that the emperor had already treated him with enough favor, and he did not dare to ask for anything else. He said, "I think so, but the Holy One has so many things to do, how can he have time to see someone like me?"

Cai You said, "Don't leave yet. I'll give it a try in the palace again. You wait for my news." After saying that, Cai You hurriedly left with small steps.

Cai You came to the palace, found Song Huizong and said: "Pharmacist Guo is preparing to return to Yanjing, and he really wants to see your majesty before leaving. As a surrendered general of the Liao Kingdom, if he can be received by your majesty, he will definitely be happy. This news was sent back to Yanjing. , and it will definitely produce a good response.”

Song Huizong nodded in agreement. He wanted to personally inspect Yaoshi Guo.

When Zheng Juzhong heard that the emperor planned to meet with Pharmacist Guo in Chongzheng Hall, he hurriedly entered the palace to advise: "Your Majesty, the Forbidden City is an important place and it is not appropriate to allow Pharmacist Guo to come in."

Emperor Huizong of the Song Dynasty changed the meeting place to the Yanchun Hall in the back garden of Yuhua Pavilion.

It was already midsummer and the weather was starting to get hot. In order to dispel the heat, two large basins of ice were placed in the Yanchun Hall.

Emperor Huizong of the Song Dynasty came to the Yanchun Hall wearing a military robe with large beads, necklaces, sewn silk fabrics, and gold and green gauze. Pharmacist Guo hurriedly bowed his head to His Highness and cried bitterly: "I heard about Emperor Zhao in the barbarians, it was like I was in heaven. I didn't expect to see your Majesty's face with my own eyes today. I died for this, and I am deeply honored."

Emperor Huizong of the Song Dynasty spoke highly of Pharmacist Guo for his ability to understand the righteousness and lead his army back to the Song Dynasty. He praised him as a rare commander with both civil and military skills and entrusted him to protect the land of Yanshan for the Song Dynasty.

Suddenly, Song Huizong changed the topic and said: "In addition, I also want to entrust you with something, is that okay?"

Pharmacist Guo hurriedly paused and replied: "I am a barbarian from far away. I have received great favor from heaven and earth today. I swear to be loyal to Your Majesty to the death. Even if I go through fire and water and my body is broken to pieces, I am willing to do it. No matter what happens, I will handle it with the determination to die."

Emperor Huizong of the Song Dynasty tried and said: "Emperor Tianzuo has not yet been captured. You can capture him for me so that the people of Yanshan will no longer have illusions about him. What do you think?"

Upon hearing this, Medicine Master Guo hesitated and changed his expression, and replied: "Emperor Tian Zuo is my old master. My old master fled and I surrendered to China. Now, your Majesty, you can do whatever you want me to do, and I will not hesitate to die. This is the only thing I hope your Majesty will leave to others. I am loyal to Your Majesty, just as I was loyal to my old master back then. If I have any objections to my old master, what else can I use to be loyal to Your Majesty? I hope your Majesty Forgive me." After saying that, tears fell like rain.

When Song Huizong saw this, he felt a little sad. In order to further win over Pharmacist Guo, Emperor Huizong of the Song Dynasty took off his beaded robe and rewarded him with a gold basin. Pharmacist Guo was moved to tears again.

When he returned to his residence, Medicine Master Guo took out the golden basin and said to several of his subordinates: "This is a reward from the emperor. I did not get it by myself. Everyone has contributed. No matter how much, we should share it equally."

Pharmacist Guo asked someone to find scissors and cut the golden basin into pieces, giving each person one piece.

On June , Emperor Huizong of the Song Dynasty issued an edict, appointing Pharmacist Guo as the Shaobao Inspector and Deputy Envoy of Xuanfu of Yanshan Prefecture in Hebei Province. At the same time, Lu Yi was appointed as the Minister of War, Zhao Liangsi was appointed as the bachelor of Yankang Palace, and Ma Kuo was appointed as the martial arts doctor and Hezhou defense envoy.