On the occasion of rebirth Zhou Sui

Chapter 59: Honesty for Friends

Author: He Tiantian from Lotus Picking

Chapter 59: Honesty for Friends

Since the Han Dynasty, every five days has been a statutory holiday. Of course, this benefit is only for the official class. There are no statutory rest days in Guizhou for working people.

If the daily resting system is in place, someone will temporarily take over Cui Che's work. Unless the drafting of memorials is really not to Yang Jian's liking, Brother Che doesn't have to worry about being called back to the Prime Minister's Mansion to work overtime.

But today is not a day off, otherwise Cui Che would not be able to rest on the same day as Yang Xuangan and Dou Wei.

Official holidays are roughly divided into two categories, namely, holidays and holidays, and today is the winter solstice in the second year of the Elephant Year (580).

When I was sleeping last night, a heavy snowfall suddenly fell in Chang'an City. It was approaching noon and snowflakes were still floating in the sky.

Brother Che had just woken up. He was usually on duty and always had to answer questions in the morning. He had to arrive at the official residence at exactly six o'clock in the morning, so he was insulated from laziness.

Now that I finally got a rest day, it was also the afternoon appointment with Yang Guang and others, so I was afraid that I would lose time to sleep soundly.

But because he was used to getting up early, Cui Che opened his eyes before Mao hour.

This damn biological clock!

It was just that there was a heavy wind and snow outside, so Brother Che had to huddle up under the quilt until this moment.

Yuchi Chifan had boiled water for him in advance. Under the guidance of the maid in Yang Xuangan's house these days, Cui Che no longer worried about her burning down his house.

After washing, Cui Che put on a black fur coat, said goodbye to Yuchi Chifan, and went out in the wind and snow.

When they arrived at the appointed restaurant, no one else was seen. After waiting for a long time, Yang Xuangan, Dou Wei, and Yang Guang arrived one after another. It turned out that they were all enjoying ancestor worship at home, which wasted time.

Only then did Cui Che remember that he had forgotten to worship his ancestors. The custom of worshiping ancestors during the Winter Solstice had appeared in the Eastern Han Dynasty and has become popular today.

But I didn't take it easy. I thought grandma would be prepared so that Cui Jishu and Cui Changjun wouldn't be hungry.

It doesn't matter if you're really hungry, just let your grandfather and father experience the hard days of herding sheep in northern Xinjiang. It's all their fault.

The four of them heated up the wine, toasted to each other, and talked about the characters. The atmosphere was lively.

After three rounds of wine and five flavors of food, the ancients said that the winter solstice is as big as the New Year. It is a day for family reunion, and everyone does not get together for a long time.

Cui Che watched Yang Xuangan and Dou Wei leave together, but heard Yang Guang beside him say:

"Zicheng, would you like to go somewhere with me?"

Cui Che was slightly surprised, but he didn't ask any questions. The two walked through the snowy streets and finally came to a fortified mansion.

"This is."

Cui Che said doubtfully.

"The former Prince Qi's Mansion."

Yang Guang replied, seeing that the words "Prince Qi's Palace" were no longer on the plaque, he sighed again:

"After the death of King Qi Xian, this mansion was rewarded by Emperor Tianyuan."

Cui Che suddenly realized that this place was once the residence of King Yu Wenxian of Qi.

Yang Guang turned around to look at Cui Che and asked:

"What does Zicheng think of King Qi?"

Cui Che guessed Yang Guang's intention very well, and then cooperated:

"The humerus of the country should be a wise king."

Yu Wenxian certainly deserves this praise. He is the fifth son of Yu Wentai and the eldest brother of Emperor Wu of Zhou Dynasty, Yu Wenyong.

He served his mother with great filial piety and was friendly to his brothers. He left the Shu territory at the age of sixteen and managed the place in an orderly manner. The people of Shu built monuments to praise his virtues. He was also good at planning and many strategies. He charged into battle during the war and took the lead in the battle to destroy the Qi Dynasty.

great merit.

He even knew how to advance and retreat. After destroying the Qi Dynasty, he felt that his reputation was growing and his achievements were so great that he asked for an order to release his power. He already had the intention of retiring. At that time, Yu Wenxian was only thirty-three years old.

"Wise King?!"

Yang Guang groaned, then smiled:

"Isn't it true that the whole family was executed by Emperor Tianyuan?"

There is some bitterness in the smile.

Cui Che could only console him:

"Tian Yuan is just stupid, Ah Sheng doesn't need to worry about it."

"I'm afraid even Zicheng himself doesn't believe this."

Yang Guang smiled bitterly and said:

"My father has the intention of conquering the South. Who does Zicheng think he will be commander in chief at that time?"

Cui Che remained silent and didn't even give a guessed answer.

Regarding the candidate for the future Marshal of the Southern Expedition, both Cui Che and Yang Guang knew very well.

It is difficult to even reward him for his contribution to the victory over Wei Chijiong, let alone his contribution to the destruction of the country by quelling Nanchen.

Either Yang Jian would lead the expedition himself, or he would choose someone from among the disciples to be the commander.

Yang Yong must be excluded. The prince has made such great achievements, it is estimated that Yang Jian will not be able to sleep well.

If Yang Jian were to conquer it himself, if he failed, it would be a huge blow to his prestige. After pacifying the three generals, Yang Jian's reputation would be so great that he would not need to look for the icing on the cake due to his achievements in the southern expedition.

Therefore, as the second son, Yang Guang may be the most suitable candidate, and he can even support a force to check and balance the crown prince.

But after the crown prince succeeded to the throne, one can imagine Yang Guang's fate.

Even if Yang Yong can tolerate him, will Yang Yong's son follow the example of Tianyuan Emperor Yu Wenyun and show no mercy to his nephew and his uncle?

After all, this uncle had the power to destroy the country and had been fighting with Yang Yong in the court for many years.

"I think Zicheng knows the answer."

Yang Guang said, took Cui Che's right hand and said sincerely:

"I don't want to imitate Yu Wenxian. He didn't fight or rob, but he still couldn't escape death. Can Zicheng help me? If I succeed, I am willing to share the wealth and honor with Zicheng. I will live up to the meaning of today. These words are from the bottom of my heart."

When Cui Che heard this, he also put his left hand up and said with emotion:

"Ah Sheng treats each other with sincerity, so how can Che be afraid of death? I am willing to praise Ah Sheng in order to seek the position of the heir apparent. If things fail, I can still be a friend. Even if I die, I will have no regrets!"

Cui Che had no choice at all. His friendship with Yang Guang was destined to fail in front of Yang Yong.

What's more, if you follow the wrong person, the more you do, the better. In most cases, the consequences will be more miserable.

Yang Guang was very excited when he heard this. Under the flying snow, he and Cui Che clasped their hands and looked at each other. There was only enthusiasm in their eyes, no impurities, as clean as the snowflakes falling on them.

"If you can use your advice to save Cui Da's life, I know that Zicheng will not let me down!"

In Yang Guang's view, Cui Che could give up his high-ranking official position just to save Cui Dal'er. Che's brother Shangyi's people were very stable. At least Yang Guang believed it, otherwise he would not confide in Cui Che.

Since Yang Jian came to power, Yang Guang has long been coveting the throne of the crown prince. It is not clear whether it is because of Yu Wenxian's deeds that the rabbit dies and the fox mourns, but he has been smart since he was a child, and he cannot escape the temptation of the throne after all.

Yes, Yu Wenxian and Yu Wenyong were born to the same father, but they were only born two years later. Yu Wen Yong was the emperor and commanded the world, but Yu Wenxian only wanted to protect himself, but he couldn't get it.

Whether to be Yu Wenyong or Yu Wenxian is not a multiple choice question at all for Yang Guang.

It is true that the world is still dominated by the Yuwen family, but no one really believes that Yang Jian will become Huo Guang.

Oh! Except for Yang Lihua, she really believes it.

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