Chapter 126: Longing
The pili pony in the study of the King of Wei’s palace of course attracted the attention of other people in the palace.
After a while, a woman wearing a gold-edged and purple palace outfit with a cloud-bloomed phoenix slit on her head walked in.
Although the woman is not as beautiful as the country, she is generous in every move and shows dignity and elegance.
This woman is about 16 years old, has a graceful figure and always has a smile on her lips, which makes people feel good when they see her.
Seeing the woman walking in, Zhang Zhongye bowed and said, "I have met the Princess of Wei."
The woman raised her little hand and smiled and said, "The prince is in a bad mood today. I offended him so much. Please forgive me."
Li Tai was furious just now, and Zhang Zhongye's heart did not change much, but the words of Princess Wei at this time made him feel at a loss and flattered.
He waved his hands repeatedly and said quickly: "How dare you? How can I bear it if the princess is called like this? It's really a terrible person!"
However, the excitement in his eyes was expressed without saying that this was not Zhang Zhongye’s pretentiousness and his preferences were praised.
You should know that in ancient times, the word "Sir" was not something that anyone could accept.
Among the nobles of Shilin, in addition to teaching teachers, only some famous scholars or those who can be close to each other will be called this.
Now that Princess Wei's words are said, it represents trust and respect for Zhang Zhongye.
The Princess of Wei is not simple. Her surname is Yan and her name is Wan. She is the daughter of Yan Lide, a gentry clan of Guanlong. Yan Lide is the Minister of Works and a third-rank official.
You may not be familiar with who Yan Lide was, but he had a very famous younger brother named Yan Liben, who was a famous painter in the Tang Dynasty.
Yan Wan came from a famous family, had good tutoring and broad knowledge, so she could certainly use this method to win people's hearts at will.
Moreover, Yan Wan is as gentle and gentle as her name, and can easily gain the favor of others. She is a good wife.
Just a few short words made Zhang Zhongye, who was like an old fox, be grateful.
Of course, it is not that King Li Tai of Wei does not understand these methods. He just needs to reflect his position and majesty as a master.
Li Tai and Yan Wan are so strong and soft, they are also very good at meeting each other. Therefore, Yan Wan's status is still very high in the royal palace.
After comforting Zhang Zhongye, Yan Wan moved her lotus step lightly and came to Li Tai's side, patting Li Tai's round back with her little hand.
After seeing Li Taiping slow down, he signaled to the maid behind him: "Let me find a few people to flexibly clean up the place, so don't let these things hurt the prince. In addition, it's getting late, so I ordered the kitchen to get a table of wine and food, and let Mr. Zhang stay for a meal tonight."
Zhang Zhongye didn't dare to do so, and waved his hands repeatedly to refuse: "I dare not bother the prince, princess, and subordinates..."
Li Tai stood up, his fat body shook a few times, stared at Zhang Zhongye and shouted: "Is this a royal palace not a sea of fire, what are you afraid of? Besides, is the princess not good to speak? If you let me stay, you will stay, what are you talking about..."
"Uh..., my subordinates dare not. Your Highness teaches you a lesson, and I obey your order..." Zhang Zhongye was amused and crying. He really didn't expect that Li Tai, who has always been elegant, would be almost beaten to death when he swears.
When Yan Wan saw Zhang Zhongye's careful appearance, she glared at Li Tai secretly and said in surprise: "The prince is really angry today. She is so rude. She has been in the palace for many years. I have never seen the prince like this before! I always say that the prince is the star of Wenqu, has descended to earth, has a high poetry and painting, and is unparalleled in talent. According to my opinion, it is simply nonsense..." After that, she pursed her lips and smiled.
This world is really a thing that brings down another thing!
Li Tai, the King of Wei who is not afraid of heaven and earth, actually showed a rare embarrassment, so he had to say with a voice: "What's wrong with me talking casually in my house? This is human nature, and I'm just a silence. I'm not an old master, so I'm not that sour! Mr. Zhang, what do you say?"
Zhang Zhongye complained secretly, even complaining, thinking that you two are quarreling and making fun of it, not to avoid the old man, but to let me quarrel, which is really...
But he didn't dare to do this, and he coughed dryly: "Cough cough... The prince is right, this is called down-to-earth, and many ancient great scholars are the same. In the scholars, they can also be called returning to nature..."
After so many years in the officialdom, who can't flatter you? Anyway, you don't need money, as long as you are thick-skinned, you can do it.
Li Tai didn't care, so he looked at Yan Wan proudly and laughed: "Mr. Zhang can really speak. His skill in flattering is much better than your ability to be an official, but I like it."
Zhang Zhongye's face was full of wholeness. Is this human words? He was speechless for a moment.
While talking and laughing, several servants with neat hands and feet had already cleaned up the study. Seeing Li Tai's mood improved, Yan Wan smiled slightly and said to Zhang Zhongye: "Mr. Zhang will sit with the prince for a while..."
After saying that, he waved his hand and led the servants to retreat together.
Zhang Zhongye quickly stood up and saw him off until he disappeared. Then he sat in the lower position of King Li Tai, Wei, again.
"Shilarious Secretary Zhang, you analyze and analyze, there is still a turning point in this matter. Gu Bingcheng should I save me?" After calming down, Li Tai regained his wisdom and of course he had to solve the important matter.
Zhang Zhongye shook his head slightly and sighed: "Yang Fan is probably the one who is in charge of the host and guest service. It is difficult to take it over again... But Wei Chen believes that Gu Bingcheng is saved, otherwise some people may have distracting thoughts."
"Hmph, it's just a guy who can do nothing but lose something!" Of course Li Tai also knew that things were a foregone conclusion, but he knew that he was unwilling to accept it.
He spent a lot of effort to win the Ministry of Rites, but now he has lost it so simply. How could he not let him be disappointed?
Thinking of this, Li Tai was so angry that his teeth were itchy: "It's all because of the stick Yang Fan. Isn't it just a little bit young? At most, he can earn some money. I don't know what kind of ecstasy soup he gave his father. That kid is simply an ignorant stick. How can he promise a high position?"
This was a bit disrespectful. Zhang Zhongye was so scared that his face turned pale, so he could only lower his head and count the ants.
It is a great sin of disrespect to speculate and judge the will of the holy people.
What do you two want to say is your business? As a minister, Zhang Zhongye dares not listen to such words, cannot speak, and cannot discuss them, even if he is in the palace.
After Li Tai finished venting his dissatisfaction, Zhang Zhongye then changed the topic and said: "Your Highness, although the main course department cannot be fought back immediately, it does not mean that it cannot be done in the future. There is still room for operation in this matter, and it can even be said to be a big gift to us!"
Upon hearing this, Li Tai became interested in an instant: "How to operate it?"
Zhang Zhongye pretended to be deep and said: "If the grand court meets..."
"This, is this a bit inappropriate? The great dynasty will be an occasion to show the mighty power of the Tang Dynasty. If something goes wrong, wouldn't it be a disgrace to the majesty of the Celestial Empire? If it doesn't work, don't mention this plan again, otherwise..."
Although Li Tai really wanted to hold the host and guest in his hands, he knew the importance and refused without thinking about it, and even felt a little unhappy.
As a citizen of the Tang Dynasty, national pride was high. Of course, Li Tai did not want to see the dynasty and would have a problem. This was not a personal problem, but a concern for the face of the entire royal family.
When Zhang Zhongye saw that Li Tai misunderstood his meaning, he hurriedly explained: "Your Highness misunderstood his subordinates' meaning. No matter how brave the ministers are, they will not dare to do anything that insults the majesty of the Tang Dynasty. Let me tell you slowly..."
"Is this method really feasible for the exchange of 'corners'?" Although Li Tai was still a little hesitant, he did not object anymore.
Zhang Zhongye said with a firm heart: "It is natural to work. The stick-mao killed the deputy envoy of Fusang, and the other envoys were scolded by His Majesty. I think that the envoys of all countries would not have a good face to Yang Fan. As long as the stick-mao loses his face at the dynasty meeting, how could he still be embarrassed to stay in the Ministry of Rites? As long as your highness let a subordinate who can turn the tide and find his face back, wouldn't this host and guest department be back in the hands of His Highness again, and could also show the might of His Highness."
Li Tai thought for a while and nodded, but he still explained with some concern: "This matter must be arranged, but don't go wrong. I will look for the hero who is good at horns."
Zhang Zhongye was full of confidence and patted his small body and promised: "Please rest assured that although the Bangmai is in charge of the affairs of the host and guest office now, it does not mean that I, the Minister of Rites, cannot command the host and guest office. Besides, I have been in the Ministry of Rites for many years, and some people are still facing us."
Li Tai was overjoyed: "It's so good!"
After being praised, Zhang Zhongye said with a proud look on his face, "Is your highness calm in his chest?"
"Are you angry? This time I not only want to let the kangmao lose face, but also let the father and the civil and military officials of the court know how powerful I am." Li Tai laughed and rubbed his fat hands excitedly.
Looking at Li Tai with a smile, Zhang Zhongye praised: "I think the position of Minister of Rites will be empty at that time. At that time, Your Highness will have the support of the Ministry of Works and the Ministry of Rites, and the Jiangnan family that supports Your Highness in the court, will have the right time, place and people, so why worry about major events not going on?"
Li Tai was stunned for a moment, then was full of excitement, his two squinting eyes were full of longing, as if he was looking at the scene of his ruler in the world.
He was in a good mood, and he slapped his hands, and Li Tai said with a loud voice: "I am in a good mood today. Please go to Yingke Tower to see you."
"Welcome Building?"
Zhang Zhongye was stunned. Who wouldn't think about it? But he said carefully: "The princess didn't say he would stay in the palace just now..."
Before he finished speaking, Li Tai glared with his eyes: "Whether you listen to me or the princess?"
"Well……"
Neither of you can afford to offend!
Zhang Zhongye smiled bitterly.
What's this? I just said I'd like to listen to the princess, now...
Alas, it’s so difficult! Zhang Zhongye kept whispering in his heart.
Do you dare to say you don’t listen to you?
Welcome Building...
Chapter completed!