Long live the general

Huo Yi seldom showed this state in front of people, so Zhou Zhen took a second look, and then pushed the memorial to Huo Yi, saying: "This man's name is Gongsun Yang, and the writing is quite interesting, take a look. "

Gongsun Yang is a commoner, this memorial was delivered in the morning, and Zhou Zhenyan just finished reading it.

Huo Yi looked down at Gongsun Yang's memorial. Since the emperor specifically asked him to read it, he must take it seriously.Gongsunyang's handwriting is beautiful and logical, and the whole article only talks about one thing: the Holy Majesty's actions, the resistance comes from two aspects, the officials in the court and the local tycoons.

This person's words are quite bold. Although some of his ideas are quite extreme, it is obvious that he has touched the emperor's heart.

And the emperor showed him this memorial, it seemed that he was showing him the way.

Huo Yi actually knew Zhou Zhenyan very well.

Over the past ten years, his personality and wishes have not changed, but there have been some adjustments in specific practices. He is a person who never forgets his original intention.Therefore, many times, Huo Yi understood what Zhou Zhenyan wanted to do and why he did it.

But sometimes, Huo Yi didn't know what the emperor was thinking at all, such as his attitude towards him - it was really unpredictable.

"I really hope that all the talents in the world can be used by me." Zhou Zhenzhen said with emotion. He really felt that there were not many civil and military talents in the dynasty. Most of them were the descendants of the founding heroes. Special preferential treatment, but may not have the ability to govern the country.

Huo Yi said: "Your Majesty can issue an edict to seek talents, and talents from all over the world will automatically enter the king's pocket, just like the ancient wise kings of Great Gaozu."

Zhou Zhenxue smiled and asked: "You said before that to attack the Xiongnu, you need four armies. Don't mention the military expenses in advance. The generals of the other three armies, I wonder if Huo Qing has any ideas?"

...Let's not talk about military expenditures, this is obviously the most important thing.Huo Yi thought for a moment and said, "Maybe we can fight against Li Yi, the governor of Fangbian County."

Zhou Zhenxie had an impression of Li Yi, he was a very capable but unpleasant person, he was extremely unpopular in the court, and it is said that he once spoke badly to Huo Yi - this was not because he had any opinion on Huo Yi, Li Yi It seemed difficult to get along with anyone, and was finally sent to Yuanfangbian County by the late Emperor Zhou Jing, and finally there were no major conflicts.

"Why did you recommend him?" Zhou Zhenxie asked.

"When it comes to fighting the Huns today, Li Yi has the most experience." Zhou Zhenzhen sought truth from facts: "Li Jun is resourceful and skilled in fighting, and he is brave in combat, which can be used to great effect."

Zhou Zhenzhen didn't say yes or no, then asked: "Is there anything else?"

Huo Yi thought for a while: "Cavalry general Murong An, light chariot general Murong Yuan, and northern general Zhao Pingan are all generals who are good at attacking." son.

"Li Yi, Murong An, Murong Yuan, Zhao Ping'an." Zhou Zhenyan wrinkled his fingers and said with a half-smile, "Huo Qing, why are there so many people?"

Huo Yi didn't change his face: "I am only good at defending the city, not good at attacking. I have no military achievements for decades. I am afraid that I will not be able to convince the public."

"Huo Qing, don't underestimate yourself." Zhou Zhenyan erased one of the names casually, and said, "After the Lantern Festival, Huo Qing will give me the answer... By the way, it's already noon, and Huo Qing will eat in the palace before going back .”

Huo Yi had no idea how the topic turned to food.

The palace maid opened the curtains, and the meal was served quickly.Zhou Zhenxie sent someone to tell Huo Xiaoman who was guarding the gate of the palace that his family mainly stayed in the palace for meals.

In Ziwei Palace, one should enjoy the most precious delicacies in the world. Huo Yi watched helplessly as the emperor ordered Zhang Zhong's regular attendant to reduce the quota of three dishes, then turned around and said to Huo Yi, "It's better to save some food." .”

Huo Yi was speechless, he had no idea that this was the beginning of Zhou Zhenyan's frenzied reduction of palace income from now on.

It was rare for Zhou Zhenzhen not to mention state affairs during the meal. They chatted casually for a few words, and then Zhou Zhenzhen talked about his falling asleep in the morning: "Brother Huo, is he too tired?"

Huo Yi had no choice but to perfuse him with what he said to his mother in the morning: "It's because I just returned to Chang'an, I was excited for a while, and I didn't sleep well."

There was a smile in the corner of Zhou Zhenyan's eyes: "In this case, stay in Chang'an in the future."

When Huo Yi came home, he was still thinking about this sentence over and over in his mind.

Staying in Chang'an means that he has to face the turbulent court that his father faced before.In Chang'an, everyone can ascend to the sky in one step, or step into hell in one fell swoop. This is definitely not in line with the future that Huo Yi has planned for himself.

But the emperor obviously wanted to give him a chance, and he should also seize the opportunity... The Northern Expedition to the Huns, he can wash away his father's grievances and avenge his brother!

Huo Yi pondered for a long time, and saw a carriage parked outside Huo's mansion, which meant that Cong Yunmeng had returned.He walked into the compound, Uncle Wang stepped forward and said in a low voice, "Master, there are guests visiting."

"Who?"

"Zhao Ping, General Zhao Bei." Uncle Wang's expression couldn't be called happy: "He sent the old lady back."

Huo Yi just mentioned him in front of the emperor today, but he didn't expect to see him at home afterwards, it was really a coincidence.Zhao Pingan was born in the Northern Army. He used to be Huo Fengnian's subordinate. After Huo Fengnian left, he became the Northern General.

They once fought side by side, but the two have lost contact since then.

Huo Yi responded to Uncle Wang and walked into the hall.

In the hall was a man in light armor, a few years older than Huo Yi, sitting and looking around.The maid Awei poured him a cup of tea, Zhao Pingan picked it up and sniffed it, then put it down again with an indescribable expression.

"General Zhao, the tea is not to your taste?" Huo Yi walked in and asked, "Sister Awei, change the tea for the guests."

Awei lowered her eyebrows and said calmly: "Master, this is the best tea in the house."

"Ahem, no need." Zhao Pingan quickly waved his hand, he looked around, pointed to the blank wall, and said nothing to say: "Mr. Huo, I remember there was a "Winter Snow Picture in Mountains and Rivers" here before, I don't know where to go Where is it?"

"Sold." Huo Yi raised his eyelids: "Subsidize the family."

Zhao Pingan: "..." He felt that today was not going well, so he decided to change the angle and talk about meeting Mrs. Huo on the street today.

Huo Yi listened with a smile, his attitude was not compromised at all.After a few words, Zhao Pingan expressed his intention.

It has only been two days since Huo Yi returned to Chang'an, he has already met the saint twice, and he has been talking with the emperor in the palace for a long time.Since the new emperor came to power.So far there has been no major movement, everyone is watching Ziwei Palace, always asking about the situation of the Holy Majesty.Huo Yi, who entered the palace frequently, naturally also received attention.

Zhao Ping'an wanted to know the Holy Majesty's thoughts and attitude towards the Huo family. Huo Yi thought it would be difficult for General Bei to inquire about the news in person, and at the same time used a few words to perfunctory him, with a very humble and sincere attitude.

After Zhao Ping'an left, Cong Yunmeng came out, and Uncle Wang cursed inwardly: "A wolf-hearted man, he is really a villain."

At the beginning, Zhao Ping'an was single-handedly promoted by Huo Fengnian. After Huo Fengnian left, Zhao Ping'an completely severed ties with the Huo family.During Huo Yi's tenure as the sheriff, Cong Yunmeng ran the Huo family alone and took care of Huo Lingyue. One can imagine the difficulties.At that time, Cong Yunmeng had never met the high-ranking General Bei in the street. Once Huo Yi came back, the emperor summoned him only twice, so he met by chance.

Cong Yunmeng patted Uncle Wang's arm, signaling him to be cautious in his words and deeds, and then asked worriedly: "Are you all right, Yao'er? Xiaoman said that the Holy Majesty left you for dinner."

When other people heard about this, they would only envy him for his success and his unique honor. Only Cong Yunmeng was as afraid of His Majesty's kindness as he was, and worried that he would be wronged.

Huo Yi thought, he shouldn't let his mother worry about him anymore... How could he let his mother worry about him all day long as he did when he was a child.

He said a few words of comfort, he didn't say anything about the Northern Expedition, it was just that His Majesty missed the past.Cong Yunmeng asked him if he wanted to eat something more. Huo Yi really didn't eat well in the palace. He thought that today he had to make do with it. Cong Yunmeng had already prepared food, all of which Huo Yi liked to eat.

Zhao Ping'an's visit was just the beginning.In the afternoon, Uncle Wang received some invitations and letters, and several sages came to visit.The news that Zhou Zhenzhen had left him for dinner had been completely spread, and everyone flocked to release friendly messages or come to inquire.Those sages who can speak well hope to join the Huo family as followers, and Huo Yi even found familiar faces among them.

Keeping door-keepers is a big trend. The more door-keepers there are, the more people will write articles to praise them, so they can have a good reputation.The Huo family also had them before, but after the trees fell and the monkeys scattered, they were the fastest runners.After Huo Yi became the head of the family, no matter in Bianjun or Chang'an Huo Mansion, he was not allowed to keep any guest at home.

The number of visiting officials from the DPRK and China is the least, because they are more cautious and are still on the sidelines.Huo Yi came forward in person and dealt with it humbly and politely.Huo Yi also replied to the letters from those colleagues one by one.As for the invitations, he would not go to any of them, so he also wrote thanks and apologized.

The disciples who came to seek refuge held articles, most of which were compliments from the Huo family. It seemed that ten years later, they had rediscovered how honest and benevolent the Huo family was.If you don't know how to write articles, then you have a unique skill, and it's not a problem to sneak around.Huo Yi treated them equally and rejected them all.

Huo Yi was busy all afternoon, and his ears became quiet after it got dark.Maybe because he slept in the palace in the morning, he was in good spirits all day.Huo Xiaoman asked him why he didn't visit the important officials in the court, Huo Yi poured cold water on his face, and said: "We came back from the border county, we need to maintain a peaceful relationship with everyone, but we must not communicate with any important officials in the court. too dense."

"It's best not to offend people, but we are not afraid of offending people. Just thank you for those invitations, there is no need to go." Huo Yi wiped off the cold water, thinking that the emperor would not like it either.

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Zhou Zhenxie: I am really a person who sticks to the end.