Xie Ming

Chapter 510: The Difference Between Ice and Fire
Continued from the previous article
Xiao Jingchuan's speech was the most important. He first talked about the matter of the two people in the Inspectorate. After finishing his work, he turned around, crossed most of the front hall, and locked his eyes back to the left row.

At the same time, Zeng Ji, the doctor of the Ministry of War, was also very perceptive. He stood by with his head bowed, waiting there a long time ago.
"Hahaha, Duke Jingguo is so handsome and heroic, he really has an extraordinary demeanor!"

"I, Zeng Ji, am honored to have the privilege of seeing the Duke today. It is truly a great honor and a privilege!"

During Zeng Ji's conversation, he was full of flattery and did his best to fawn on others.

Upon hearing this, Xiao had no choice but to cooperate.

"Ah!"

"Dr. Zeng has been in the Ministry of War for a long time. I have heard of him!"

"I just never thought that Doctor Zeng is such a kind person when dealing with him! Huh?!"

There was a lot of sarcasm and ridicule in Xiao Lang's words.

As soon as he said this, Lin Zhiwan's expression changed.

However, if we have to compare, the one with the biggest reaction would be Ma Weimin, who was sitting in the middle of the hall.

This old fellow, hearing Xiao Lang's teasing tone, couldn't help but laugh out loud in a very awkward and abrupt manner.
From this, you can imagine what kind of person Zeng Ji usually is in private!

"Uh, hehe."

"My Lord, please help me!"

"Well, although I have never met you before, if I really want to talk about it, we can be considered old friends."

By the way, Xiao Lang looked back at Zeng Chu, and saw that the man had a complicated expression on his face because he was trying to sabotage Ma Weimin. It was very uncomfortable to watch him.

But despite the awkward situation, he still did not forget to flatter his superior, lowered his head, bowed his head and insisted on establishing some relationship with the Duke Jingguo in front of him!

"oh?!"

"What do you mean?!" Hearing this, Xiao pretended to pursue it, thinking, let's see how shameless this guy can be!
"Hahaha, the Duke supervised the war in Shandong last month and reported all matters, big and small, back to the court. Most of the receipts were written by me!"

"You say, seeing each other in words is like seeing each other in person. Can we, ah, be considered old acquaintances?"

"Hahahaha" Zeng Ji said reluctantly and tried to move forward.

But with such a specious reason, I can still accept it without blushing or feeling nervous.

Needless to say, Zeng Ji is really good at the art of flattery.

"Ha ha ha ha."

"Doctor Zeng, what a good idea!" Xiao Lang saw through it but did not say anything.

"Oh, yes, if you hadn't told me, I would have almost forgotten it!"

"In July, I led the army to the Northern Expedition. During the battle in Shandong, your Ministry of War was of great assistance!"

"Shi Kefa, Shi Shangshu, and all my colleagues in the Ministry of War, I, Xiao, should all say thank you!"

Xiao Yu went with the flow and said this.

Hearing this, Zeng Ji climbed up the pole and took a step further.
"Oh, look at what you said!"

"It's all our responsibility, why should we differentiate between us?"

"We should unite as one and face the national crisis together."

"All the colleagues in the Ministry of War will definitely provide solid support for the Duke."

As he spoke, Doctor Zeng had a fawning smile on his face and flattered the man fiercely, acting like a master!

Since that was the case, Xiao Jingchuan gritted his teeth and agreed.

"Hahaha, we are all here to help His Majesty relieve his worries and contribute to the court!"

"It should be so, it should be so!" As he spoke, Xiao moved closer.

"Uh, and Doctor Zeng."

"This return to Beijing was very hasty."

"Right now, the emperor has given me an urgent mission, and I really can't do anything else."

"For the sake of public justice and love, we should show some respect!" "Well, when we go back, you should also help me pass a message to Minister Shi."

"Wait for me to return!"

"Once I have completed this task, I, Xiao, will personally go to Shi's house and ask for a drink!"

"I just don't know if Doctor Zeng is willing to help me convey this message?!" Xiao asked Zeng Ji.

When Doctor Zeng heard this, he was a little surprised, but he was quick to respond.

"Ah, yes, yes!"

"sure!"

"I will definitely convey the Principality's words verbatim!" Zeng bowed and accepted the offer.

Of course, Xiao Jingchuan's move seemed a bit abrupt.

But, to be honest, I have already made some calculations and considerations!

The reason why I have such an attitude towards going to the Ministry of War.

Firstly, he did intend to win over Shi Kefa, and felt that he would have to maintain a good relationship with him in the future because of the Ministry of War.

After all, if there is another foreign war, he will be dispatched to the front line to lead the troops, and the Ministry of War in the court will be the rear guard.

Expecting them to help you is nonsense.

However, if we can get along better, so that these court officials don't try to trip us up behind our backs, we'll be thankful!
Apart from this, as for the second reason, I think there is also the intention of using one faction to attack another.

He wanted to use this temporary plan to slightly stir up trouble for the Southern Party.

If he does nothing and does nothing, not only will he have no way to report to the Emperor in the palace, but he will also be easily looked down upon by these weak Southern Confucian scholars.

But if I really don't care about anything and just kill the whole boat with one wormwood, I can't stand the feeling of being the target of everyone's criticism!
In short, putting aside Zeng Ji's own strengths and weaknesses, it is quite necessary for him to get good words from the Ministry of War behind him.

Look, while Xiao and Zeng were talking passionately at the same time, Lin Zhiwan, who was sitting on the left side, was feeling uncomfortable!
Doctor Lin, although he did not express any resentment about this matter in public at the moment, he just caught a glimpse of Lin Zhiwan's jealous face while Xiao Lang was talking!

Don't mention how awkward it is! It can't be concealed.
I wonder if, seeing how the situation has changed, he will regret his impulsiveness and talking too much and contradicting the Duke at this moment!

I hope he doesn't bite my back teeth off!
"oh?!"

"Who is this"

"Forest"

Just as Lin Zhiwan was buried in regret, Xiao Jingchuan left Zeng Ji's desk, quietly paced around, and came to Doctor Lin's desk!
As always, he approached the head of the left row again and deliberately made fun of Lin in his conversation.

Hearing this, Lin Zhiwan panicked and raised his head sharply, with the fat on his cheeks trembling.

"Uh, long live the Duke!"

"My humble position is the doctor of the Ministry of Revenue, Lin Zhiwan!" Lin replied quickly.

"Ah, yes, Xiao knows it!"

"I was just talking about it, it was on the tip of my tongue, but I was distracted for a moment and forgot about it!"

Xiao continued to tease and embarrass him in order to avenge what he had just done.

"Uh, no, no problem!"

"Your Excellency, Duke Jingguo, you are very busy, and I am of low rank, so it is normal that I cannot call on you at the moment!"

Lin Zhiwan was busy trying to make amends, looking ashamed.

"Hey! That's wrong!"

"When the new dynasty was first established, the situation became even more difficult."

"We, the commanders of the army outside, have to endure hardships before the battle!"

"However, I also know that it is difficult for you to raise food and funds in the rear, especially for the Ministry of Revenue."

(End of this chapter)