Cao Bin, who was exhausted, stood in front of the towering Xuande Gate with his horse, and looked up at the city tower.

At this time, a thin eunuch walked out of the door beside him, held the whisk in his hand and bowed, "The official family has been waiting for a long time, so the Grand Marshal Cao will enter the palace with the family."

Cao Bin politely replied, "It's a blessing for Eunuch Cao."

He handed the reins to his entourage and followed Cao Tai into Xuande Gate.

This magnificent imperial city is solemn and solemn. The ability of civil and military officials in the foreign court to enter the imperial city is itself a kind of glory, a manifestation of being able to get close to the center of power. But Cao Bin can feel depressed every time he comes in, even if the sun is shining today, probably because he has to be extra careful in every move.

Along the straight and wide avenue, another city gate appeared in front of you soon, and inside was the location of the Jinxiang Hall.

Cao Bin pretended to be relaxed and talked to the eunuch: "Where are we in the holy place?"

The eunuch walked a few steps slowly and turned around and said, "When the family came out, the official family was in Yangde Hall."

After a little silence, the eunuch Cao Tai said in a very peaceful and casual tone: "When the official family reviewed the memorials in the East Hall, there was a house dedicated to meeting the ministers in the East Hall; Yangde Hall was a place for the official family to rest and rest. Later, the official family felt that Yangde Hall did not have a high throne, and meeting the ministers was more casual, so the living room would be abandoned."

The eunuch seemed to be talking about some inconspicuous trivial matters.

But Cao Bin immediately agreed: "The officials and officials are kind and kind, which is a blessing for the ministers of this dynasty."

After hearing this, the eunuch said happily: "Not. The palace maid who was on duty in Yangde Hall this morning was careless and used boiling water to soak the tender tea picked in spring. She was tutoring her, but she actually talked back..."

Cao Bin followed the eunuch's wish and pretended to be very interested and said, "That won't work. You have to wait for the boiling water to cool down a little."

The eunuch nodded and said, "Yes! The official has never drunk anything, can he hide it from him? The family is not angry and is about to teach the palace maid a lesson. At this time, the official family walked to Yangde Hall and asked when they heard the voice. The family said the truth. Guess what the official family said?

The official said that what I asked for was not such a minor enjoyment. He then issued an order to forgive the palace maid."

Cao Bin responded quietly: "I didn't expect that the official family would be so generous to a slave."

The eunuch Cao Tai said: "What Cao Dashu said is very true. Because of this, even the concubines of the previous dynasty were treated well. Huh? Cao Dashu's concubine was Concubine Zhang. She was supposed to stay in Wanfu Palace until she was old, but now she is living well with the Queen."

When Cao Bin heard this, he suddenly realized it. He immediately bowed to the palace on the high platform in front of him, "The royal family is so kind, I can't repay you if I die!"

The two of them went to the stage, walked through the cabinet study, and entered the Yangde Hall. Seeing that it was not only Guo Shao, but also Wang Pu and Wei Renpu, the second envoy of the Privy Council, were also Wang Pu and Wei Renpu. Cao Bin hurriedly stepped forward to salute and praise him.

Today is not the day of the great dynasty. Guo Shao was wearing a purple round-necked robe and indeed pointed at the chess next to the chess case very casually, and gave Cao Bin to the seat.

Guo Shao turned to Cao Bin: "I and the two envoys are talking about the matter in the northwest. If you can't do half of the matter, you will give up. I plan to send another general to finish Li Chuyun's affairs."

Cao Bin hurriedly said, "Your Majesty is very true."

He would not ask too much. It is necessary to be cautious in words. If the emperor is willing to say it, he will naturally say it.

Sure enough, Guo Shao immediately said: "Prime Minister Wang Pu wrote a letter to recommend Xiang Gong. But I discussed with the Second Envoy of the Privy Council and felt that Yang Ye was better. Although Yang Ye was a foreign general, he was indeed a general. I sent Dong Zunhui, the general of the Imperial Army, as the vanguard, so that the Imperial Army could be ordered to be deployed by Yang Ye."

Cao Bin pondered for a moment and said, "Your Majesty is very considerate. Although Duke Shi Guoguo is brave, he heard that he is incompatible with Yang Ye, so General Dong is more suitable."

Guo Shao smiled and said, "General Cao is very consistent with what I think."

Wei Renpu said: "Yang Ye and Zhe Deyi are in-laws. Using Yang Ye can also get the best coordination of Zhe Deyi."

Cao Bin only agreed and did not pay much attention to the matter in the northwest. He was about to take up the position of the southern capital. The success or failure of Jiaozhi was related to his personal gains and losses. How could he be so lenient to manage it?

But why did the emperor mention this matter when summoning him?

Cao Bin immediately thought of something that many military generals were staring at: the title of Duke of the Kingdom!

Two Dukes died last year, but only one position was vacant... Li Chuyun's founding Duke was inherited by his eldest son, while Luo Yanhuan was deposed for several levels of titles for the Luo family because of the case of rebellion. It is almost impossible for the descendants of the Luo family to take back the position of Duke again, so who will fill this vacancy?

More than one person wants to do it!

Daxu's six kingdoms are extraordinary, and they are hereditary and have a rich salary and share the world with the emperor. With the current situation in Daxu, it is very unlikely that senior generals will take turns to the five dynasties, because no one can hold the military power of the imperial guards anymore. In Cao Bin's view, the guards are similar to those of the government soldiers, and he has never heard of a general who can usurp the throne by relying on the government soldiers!

Therefore, the Duke of the State is the highest interest and position pursued by the generals.

Cao Bin couldn't help but wonder, if he could make military achievements in Jiaozhi, he would be fully qualified to be the honor of the Duke... But if Yang Ye settled in the northwest, wouldn't he have a chance?

There is also Xiang Gong, who is not in the Imperial Guard like Yang Ye, but it is said that when the emperor was in a short time, he helped him many times. Now he is a man who is grateful for his kindness.

Even the young Dong Zunhui could not be completely ruled out. He made many great achievements in his life and was highly appreciated by today's emperor... and there were rumors in the world that Mrs. Gao, the mother of Dong Zunhui, had an affair with today's emperor. The title of Dong Zunhui can even use this to comfort his uncle Gao Huaide's heart.

Cao Bin muttered in his heart, but said, "Your Majesty knows people and uses them well. I will devote myself to my work and live up to the heavy responsibility!"

Guo Shao gave an eye to the old minister Wang Pu, and raised his chin slightly.

Wang Pusu then took out a file and handed it to Cao Bin, saying, "The court is easy to spend money and taxes are slow. We cannot fall into two wars that consume too much treasury at the same time. The General Cao went south this time and the specific deployment can be decided on the spot, but it must be roughly in accordance with the court's strategy."

Cao Bin took it, clasped his fists and said, "I will follow the wishes of the Privy Council."

Wang Pu continued: "When you look at it in the south, you don't have to be eager for quick success and instant benefits. You can first test, play games, inquire about the enemy situation, and know yourself and your enemy; then you can win over the local people who oppose Ding's leader and plan a big plan together.

In order to save military expenses and avoid soldiers from marching from afar, General Cao had to gather guards from the nearby former location of the Southern Han Kingdom; the court would also send an imperial guard to assist General Cao."

After Wang Pu said that, Guo Shao said, "After General Cao goes south, he will gather the southern guards if necessary. I will send someone to transport the guards' armor and firearms, settle the family expenses and reward silver. Zan Jurun will be responsible for this matter. The Duan family of Dali State sent a secret envoy to agree that he would make the court rituals of the monarch and ministers with Daxu and accept the imperial enthronement. When the time is ripe, in addition to the guards in the former southern Han area, Dali State will also mobilize troops to help General Cao with his armies.

Now I am trying my best to provide support to Daxu. What else does General Cao need?"

Cao Bin said, "I want three people."

Guo Shao was overjoyed after hearing this... Cao Bin knew it was not about asking for money, but about people, and he expressed his willingness to do his best to do his best when making a request.

Guo Shao slapped his thigh and said happily: "Who do you want?"

Cao Bin said: "Zhang Jiankui, the founding marquis of the country, Qianniu is prepared for Lu Duan, and Feng Jiye, the founding marquis of the country."

Guo Shao looked a little surprised after hearing this. Wang Pu immediately said, "Feng Jiye is violent and bloodthirsty. General Cao must manage this matter according to the court's strategy. Only then will the court calculate the merit for you."

Cao Bin said: "When Feng Jiye was in Lingzhou, he had a bad reputation, but I could restrain him. I needed a powerful general. Although the famous Duke Shi Guo was the most powerful general, I couldn't hold back my orders, and Feng Jiye was able to use it."

"Finish!" Guo Shao pondered for a moment, "Qianniu Bei is on par with the founding Marquis? Why do you seem to have heard of the name Lu Duan?

Cao Bin said: "As long as this person is in the former camp military palace, I can ask him about his opinion when making a key decision."

Guo Shao nodded and said, "General Cao is going back to prepare. If you have anything to do before leaving, you will go to Jinxiang Palace to meet him and tell me in person." He turned to look at the eunuch Cao Tai, "Give orders, General Cao will enter the palace a while ago and report it immediately."

Cao Tai said: "I obey the order."

After hearing this, Cao Bin stood up and fisted and said, "I will do my best to live up to Your Majesty's high hopes and leave."

The eunuch sent Cao Bin out of Jinxiang Hall. Cao Bin stood on the base and stopped and said, "Eunuch Cao, I have something to ask for, but I don't know..."

The eunuch Cao Tai looked flattered, "Can the miscellaneous family still help Cao Dashen? Come and listen."

"When my mother died, the most worried person was the aunt who entered the palace. But my aunt lived in the deep palace, and I was usually busy with military affairs and had no time to ask about my well-being. Now I am traveling far away and I don't know when I will return. As I leave, I want to meet my aunt." Cao Bin said.

"The Za Family is just a servant..." Cao Tai said, "But the Za Family reports to the Great Empress, maybe he can get the approval."

Cao Bin had known that this eunuch was the confidant of Queen Fu, otherwise he would not have spoken and thanked him now.

"There is a side hall next to the main hall, where the ministers are waiting for court. General Cao is waiting there for a while. The miscellaneous families will ask people to report it." Cao Tai said.

When Cao Bin heard this, he said happily: "Thank you, Eunuch Cao." He thought to himself that this guy is very concerned about his work. Could it be because of his family?

Of course, Cao Bin knew the place where the side hall was. When he was in the capital, he would come to court every time the big court came and he had already left. So he sat there and waited. As soon as he entered, the eunuchs on duty brought tea and water to him.

After waiting for a long time, the eunuch Cao Tai came again and said, "The Concubine Tai has gone to the West Palace. General Cao asks him to stop."

Cao Bin took out a bag of silver coins from his sleeve bag, looked at the guard standing outside the door facing the room, and stuffed it into the eunuch's hand. The eunuch hurriedly whispered: "I can't do it, I won't promote this now."

Cao Bin said: "It's nothing else. If my aunt has something to do, I'll bother my father-in-law to take care of her. I'll just be filial."

"This..." the eunuch smiled bitterly, "If the miscellaneous family doesn't accept it, they will be unfilial to General Cao."

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Chapter completed!