Without money, what is the point of being a traitor?

Chapter 533: The Lying Warrior's Clear View
Pei Yuan looked at Lu Ting in surprise. After a while, he slowly asked, "Brother Lu is in a very happy period. Why do you have these thoughts?"

Lu Ting said, "I was indeed quite proud of myself. But a few days ago, I heard that Zhang Yong, who went south, had died and his head was taken to an unknown place."

"Then I thought of the previous eunuch Liu Jin, who was the seal holder of the Imperial Household Department. He was dragged away by all the officials to be tortured to death."

"Then I thought of the previous eunuch Chen Kuan, who was in charge of the Imperial Household Department. He was poisoned by Liu Jin, and his followers Wang Yue and Fan Heng were killed in Linqing when they went south."

"Before me, three eunuchs who held the seal of the Imperial Household Department had died suddenly. Thinking about this, I feel horrified."

"Although I have no descendants, I still have brothers and nephews. If you don't find a seat and sit down soon, you will have to stand later."

Pei Yuan didn't expect this guy's sense of smell to be so sharp.

Is this... the bystander's clarity from the lying-flat warrior?
Pei Yuan didn't need to think too much to know what kind of response Lu Ting expected from his clear statement.

So he looked serious and said solemnly, "I don't know anything else, but I have a seat for Brother Lu. Brother Lu, just sit down and sit still."

Lu Ting was very happy to get Pei Yuan's approval, and they drank a few more cups.

After seeing Lu Ting off, Pei Yuan felt much more at ease.

After careful thought, I feel that this is reasonable.

Pei Yuan is worried that something might go wrong with Lu Ting. Isn't Lu Ting afraid that Pei Yuan will overthink it?

Now that there are wolves all around, each forming its own group, Lu Ting has a ready-made powerful ally. Why must he get involved in internal strife and create trouble for himself?

Whether it was Lu Ting or Pei Yuan, both sides had made a lot of efforts to consolidate the alliance, and there would be huge sunk costs if they betrayed.

Rather than seeking other alliances of unknown foundation, it is better to continue to trust Pei Qianhu who can push Lu Ting to the throne of the Chief of the Imperial Household Department.

Therefore, Lu Ting decisively lowered his posture and chose to show goodwill to Pei Yuan first.

Pei Yuan didn't dare to believe all of Lu Ting's words, but since Eunuch Lu had said this, he must have done enough psychological preparation.

Even if he betrays someone in the future, he will be very hesitant when faced with a choice.

Even if he could get a little more inclination, maybe Lu Ting would stand on Pei Yuan's side at the critical moment.

Pei Yuan withdrew his thoughts and looked at the several imperial edicts in his hand.

He first took out the decree to transfer personnel from Xuzhou Guard to supplement the five 100-household offices, then called Cen Meng and instructed him, "Send it to Sikong Sui, and let him take the lead, lead Song Yan, Mi Bin and the other five, to Xuzhou Guard to select people."

After all, Song Yan and Mi Bin were from Xuzhou Wei, and they felt a little unfair to Guo Hui for being abducted by Pei Yuan and changing jobs.

If they went to ask for the person, even if Guo Hui did not dare to disobey the order, he would definitely scold and make things difficult for them.

Sikong Sui is worldly-wise, and he is not an old man from Xuzhou Guard. He can represent the opinions of Qianhu Suo and help to resolve the situation.

Pei Yuan thought about it and felt that he should appropriately appease Guo Hui, the commander of Xuzhou Guard.

So he asked Cen Meng to bring paper and pen, and wrote a letter in the yard.

In the letter, Pei Yuan argued that it was because he praised Commander Guo's talent in leading troops in front of the emperor that the emperor wanted to test him.

Therefore, the emperor ordered to draw some soldiers from Xuzhou to join the suppression of Luojiao. If he made meritorious contributions, he would definitely reward Guo Hui.

Pei Yuan's words were not empty talk. He had already regarded Xuzhou Wei as his base for recruiting soldiers, and he would definitely find an opportunity to give Guo Hui some benefits later.

Now it’s just a matter of fulfilling some of the expectations ahead of time.

Hope is more precious than diamonds.

After dealing with Guo Hui's affairs, Pei Yuan hid the secret decree concerning Luo Jiao, and then looked at the one that Zhu Houzhao granted for the marriage between Pei Yuan and Han Qianhu.

Whether Yun Weilin can uncover the power and secrets behind Captain Han and Captain Zhenxie depends on whether he knows what's best for him.

Yun Weilin is an old member of the Qianhu Office. Moreover, before entering the Qianhu Office, as the abbot of Tianguang Temple, he had already dealt with the Qianhu Office for a long time. It is impossible for him not to know the inside story of the Qianhu Office.

Pei Yuan called Chen Xinjian and asked him, "Where is Yun Buxian now?"

Chen Xinjian replied, "A few days ago, there was news that those private merchants were biting hard. He was afraid of bringing trouble back to Qianhu, so he took people to Henan. The large amount of property has been transferred in advance and should be able to enter Beijing soon."

Pei Yuan thought about it. Although he was not afraid of mutiny or riots by the border troops, he was also afraid that one day he would be like Liang Ciwu, who was blocked by thugs from nowhere and killed at the post station.

If you can avoid trouble, try to avoid it.

Pei Yuan said, "Yun Buxian did a good job. Also, send some reliable people to receive the money."

Chen Xinjian agreed and was about to go down to make arrangements. Pei Yuan then said, "By the way, go call Yun Weilin. I have something to ask him."

Yun Buxian's efforts greatly changed Pei Yuan's opinion of him.

As for whether he can give Yun Buxian more opportunities, it depends on Yun Weilin's next decision.

Pei Yuan waited for a while, and Yun Weilin, a man with a round face, thin eyebrows and a plump white face, came to pay his respects happily.

Pei Yuan looked at Yun Weilin, his eyes lingering on that shiny forehead for a few seconds, and then said to him kindly, "You should have heard about Yun Buxian's situation."

Yun Weilin smiled, "It's his fortune to be able to work for Qian Hu. Even if he gets lucky and gains something, it's all thanks to Qian Hu's careful guidance."

Pei Yuan nodded slightly after hearing this, then looked at Yun Weilin and said, "It's a pity, one step slow leads to another step slow. Yun Buxian has been delayed by an old man like you."

Pei Yuan said it calmly, but the smile on Yun Weilin's face froze.

When Pei Yuan went north, he had made an agreement with Yun Buxian that he would persuade Yun Weilin and Cheng Zhihu to exchange temples.

If Yun Weilin is willing to obey orders, let Yun Buxian go to Huai'an to find him, and promise him the position of general flag.

If Yun Weilin refuses to obey orders, then Pei Yuan will go to Beijing in person to confront them father and son.

This order was naturally an advance plan made by Pei Yuan before he entered the capital, in response to the situation in the capital.

The main purpose is to force Yun Weilin to make his position clear.

As a result, Yun Weilin was unwilling to give up the Da Ci'en Temple, which had deep roots, and planned to use the Dharma Kings and nobles who supported him to challenge the authority of Pei Yuan, the deputy commander.

It was not until Pei Yuan, with the momentum of a great victory in Yanggu, helped Cheng Leixiang seize the position of commander of Tianjin Guard that Yun Weilin suddenly realized that his vision was too narrow.

He hurriedly completed the temple exchange with Cheng Zhihu before Pei Yuan came to Beijing, and then spent a lot of money to renovate Pei Yuan's house and gave him silver to show his gratitude.

This made Pei Yuan let go of his old grudge and still recruited Yun Buxian to work by his side.

Later, when they rushed into the house of Grand Secretary Liang Chu to capture Liang Ci'ou, Yun Buxian was credited with plotting against Liang Ci'ou and also with transferring troops out of the city, for which he was promoted to the general flag by Pei Yuan.

But despite this, the Yun family father and son could still feel Pei Yuan's alienation from them.

Yun Buxian learned from his mistakes and tried his best to perform well in front of Pei Yuan.

Yun Weilin stopped making trouble and honestly prepared to enjoy his retirement.

This time, Yun Buxian was arranged by Pei Yuan to work in Shanxi. Yun Weilin thought that this was a signal that Pei Yuan wanted to use Yun Buxian. Yun Buxian also worked hard and performed very well.

Two days ago, Yun Weilin received a secret letter from Yun Buxian, and learned that the trip to Shanxi was fruitful. When he was summoned by Pei Yuan this time, Yun Weilin thought he would be highly praised, but he didn't expect Pei Yuan to bring up the old matter again.

Yun Weilin didn't know what to feel for a moment.

I regret investing late, and I also regret investing in the end.

He said with a hint of bitterness, "I am sorry that I did not see things clearly and let Qianhu down."

Pei Yuan looked at Yun Weilin, was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said, "You are not bringing up old scores with me, are you?"

Yun Weilin said dejectedly, "I dare not."

Pei Yuan smiled and said, "Don't worry about that. I am a very particular person. Since I took your family's money, the previous things are over."

"Moreover, Yun Buxian is very capable in his work, and I have gradually discovered his strengths."

"What I feel sorry for is Yun Buxian's future..."

Pei Yuan paused and repeated, "One step slow, one step slow."

As he said this, he threw a roll of yellow silk on the table.

It was the one in which Zhu Houzhao appointed Chen Toutie as the deputy commander of Shandong and concurrently the commander of Jining Guard.

Although this decree was an imperial decree, according to the rules it had to be filed with the Ministry of War and issued by the Ministry of Personnel.

Pei Yuan still wanted to use this thing to deal a critical blow to Yun Weilin, so he asked Lu Ting to stay with him.

Yun Weilin unfolded the yellow silk on the table with some doubt, and then his eyelids jumped, and he found that this was the emperor's will.

He only took a glance, then quickly looked at Pei Yuan, somewhat hesitant as to whether to kneel down to receive it.

Pei Yuan noticed Yun Weilin's gaze and said casually, "Just watch."

Yun Weilin then slowly unfolded it and began to read it quickly.

By the time he was halfway through reading, Yun Weilin's hands and feet felt cold.

After watching it all, I was almost stunned.

Chen is so stubborn!
The little general who was beside Pei Yuan before!

Now he has become a second-rank commander-in-chief!
This, how is this possible?

Yun Weilin blinked and gestured to look at Pei Yuan.

Then he thought of Cheng Leixiang, the commander of Tianjin.

Cheng Leixiang, the commander of Tianjin Garrison, is a real person. Cheng Zhihu has boasted about him countless times. Which Taoist priest in Beijing, big or small, is not envious of him?

Cheng Leixiang used to hang out with Yun Buxian, but now the difference in their status is so huge that it can be said that there is a world of difference between them.

What Cheng Leixiang said was true, but could it be possible that what Chen Toutie said was false?
No matter how bold Pei Yuan is, he would not dare to forge the emperor's order.

Yun Weilin's slow brain only caught the information that made his heart twitch at this time.

and so……

Of the two general flags who had followed Pei Yuan into the capital, one was a third-rank official, and the other a second-rank official.

And if his son Yun Buxian had surrendered in Huai'an in time, he would have been one of them.

Yun Weilin then understood what Pei Yuan meant by what he had just said.

He really wasn't bringing up the past. He just wanted to use this imperial edict to calmly tell Yun Weilin that Yun Buxian had lost something because of their hesitation.

Yun Weilin seemed to have lost all his strength, and could only mutter, "I was so confused at the beginning, so confused at the beginning."

The reason why Yun Weilin returned to secular life from being the abbot of Tianguang Temple and joined the Qianhu Suo was because he coveted wealth and power.

Thinking of Chen Toutie and Cheng Leixiang happily taking off, and then thinking of his own son who could only work diligently to repair the house for Pei Yuan, Yun Weilin felt more and more depressed.

Just when Yun Weilin was distracted, he heard Pei Yuan say calmly, "Now, the opportunity to make a decision has come again."

Yun Weilin shuddered when he heard this.

Then, like a drowning man breathing fresh air, he could not wait to speak, "Qian Hu, please tell me, as long as we can be of use, we will never refuse, even if it means going through fire and water."

Pei Yuan saw that Yun Weilin's eyes were a little red, and knew that his strategy was effective.

I immediately said to him, "Then I'll ask you something. It depends on whether you are willing to tell me the truth."

Yun Weilin was already so jealous that he was completely confused. He said firmly, "As long as the head of the household opens his mouth, I will never conceal even the slightest private information of my Yun family."

Pei Yuan laughed, "Why would I ask about your family's affairs? Don't worry, it's other people's business."

Yun Weilin had just expressed his firm stance and was indeed very ruthless, but when he heard that Pei Yuan was not asking about his family affairs, he was somewhat relieved.

At this moment, Captain Pei suddenly asked, "How much do you know about Captain Han?"

Yun Weilin's eyes suddenly fixed, and he asked in a lost voice, "Han, Captain Han?"

Then, he looked at Pei Yuan in disbelief, "Qian Hu, what do you mean by this?"

Pei Yuan sneered, "Why? You had the guts to pretend to obey but secretly disobey in the capital, are you afraid now?"

Then, Pei Yuan glanced over and said slowly, "Could it be that you are trying to be bothered?"

Yun Weilin felt panic in his heart.

When Tian Fu was plotting against Pei Yuan, the Yun family did act indecisive and even secretly sent a letter to Han Qianhu.

But I definitely can’t recognize it at this moment.

Yun Weilin said hurriedly, "I dare not, but Captain Han is the commander of the Captain's Office after all, and I have always been in awe of him. When I heard Captain Pei asking about her, it was inevitable, inevitable..."

Pei Yuan looked at Yun Weilin seriously and gave his own guess, "It seems that you know a lot of things that cannot be said."

Yun Weilin's face was gloomy and he didn't know how to answer.

Pei Yuan looked at Yun Weilin and said slowly, "Captain Han's strength is far beyond that of ordinary captains, and even ordinary guard commanders are far inferior to him."

"He Huan, the commander of Huai'an Guard, has only managed to gather 200 elite cavalry with the strength of Huai'an Guard and Dahe Guard. However, I have seen more than a hundred more elite soldiers and horses under the name of the centurion Cui Bohou alone."

"Captain Han has a considerable number of firearms teams and can even forge his own cannon muskets. Such power cannot be achieved without a solid foundation."

"I want to know who Han Qianhu is and who is the power behind her."

(End of this chapter)