The ones handed over to Zhang Xun were not ordinary calligraphy and paintings, but clearly Huang Ting's clever traces. When he looked at it, he saw that there were also records collected by the big net.

"My old Zhang made great contributions to Hu Hu back then, and the Empress Dowager Lao Fu rewarded several items." Duan Fang might not believe this, but Zhang Xun was extremely favored at that time and was so popular that it was normal for him to be rewarded with things from the big house.

While thinking and looking at the calligraphy and paintings, Duan Fang's jealousy came up: It's a pity that these authentic works, when they met a plain man like Zhang Xun, it was Mingzhu who fell into the darkness. But he was also very clear at the same time, what could not be understood? It was clearly Zhang Xun's lies, and the record and signature were enough to prove everything. You can find someone casually, so you don't have to run away from home.

An excuse! It must be an excuse! Duan Fang smiled and listened to the other party continue.

"Thinking of the best antiques of the Grandmaster and having good eyesight, I dared to offer treasures."

"You're welcome, you're welcome." Duan Fang was polite, but his eyes were staring at the calligraphy and paintings without moving, revealing that greedy and longing gaze. Zhang Xun saw it in his eyes and was happy in his heart, and deliberately said: "I really wish I could be a job under the commander, asking for advice every day, so that Lao Zhang would be able to get some ink for the rest of his life."

Here comes! Here comes! Finally, I got to the point. Duan Fang picked up the teacup and asked casually: "I am naturally overjoyed with a person like Shaoxuan's support. Unfortunately, I don't have the title of Beiyang Minister now, so this military commission is really difficult to deal with."

"It's hard to deal with, it's hard to deal with, it's easy to deal with... Haha," Zhang Xun smiled at himself, "I heard that General Jiang is old and has not been very healthy, so he has long wanted to retreat bravely. He just has been worried that no one will take over and is reluctant to do so. Xun is not talented and is willing to recommend himself to the Grand Marshal."

"Well..." Duan Fang blew.

"I have already heard about the meaning of the court. It said that since the defense army is under the jurisdiction of the governor, the power of employing people is naturally under the control of the general. The general in Beiyang has suffered grievances, so he naturally cannot..."

"Shaoxuan's words are so serious that he is always working for the court. If he is petty, how can he be worthy of the emperor's grace? I have no problem here!"

Zhang Xun was overjoyed. He had no hope of the Duan Fang to come forward to act for him, and would do as long as he did not object. He bowed repeatedly: "Thank you, Marshal for his cultivation."

"This thing is very expensive. If you hide it, don't miss it."

"Masterman..." Zhang Xun smiled all over his face, looking flattering, "I am a rough man, it's really a waste to put these things on. Masterman is a handsome man, so these things are worth it."

"How can you be so embarrassed?"

"I'm sorry. The Grand Marshal just took office. I can't even take out the congratulatory gifts and can only use some calligraphy and paintings to make up the numbers. I'm really sorry to the Grand Marshal." Zhang Xun said with a smile, "I'm here with the Grand Marshal. There are still a few calligraphy and paintings to ask for advice, so don't refuse..."

This is so hard that the heart is so itchy. Will there be any thank you gifts after the matter is done? This transaction is worth it.

Three days later, Duan Fang liked several calligraphy and paintings more and more, and became more and more devoted to them. It was a coincidence that someone came to visit again. This time, it was Jiang Gui's title. Duan Fang frowned, and Zhang Xun also saw him. It was not good if he didn't see him. Zhang Xun did not lie. Jiang Gui's title not only had white hair and beard, but also had shaking his walking. He was really old.

"I heard that the new commander of the commander should have come to see you long ago." Jiang Guiqi, who was trembling, was still going to kneel down and was so scared that he stopped him quickly.

After a few greetings, Jiang Guiqi took out a li-market seal from his arms and said respectfully: "According to the rules of the provincial rule, the general's personal soldiers will be paid by Yi Jun. This is the number of the first month. Please ask the general to count it. Is it short?"

Duan Fang actually only brought a few confidant aides to take office, so there were no personal soldiers. After saying this, the other party took out a puzzled look and found that it was a total of 20,000 taels of silver. Not to mention giving the chief soldiers the personal soldiers, it was probably enough to pay the entire Yi army a month. Duan Fang was like that, and immediately understood the other party’s purpose, but he did not point it out, just waiting for Jiang Gui to write.

Sure enough, after hesitating for a while, Jiang Gui still spoke: "Master, there have been rumors about Yi Jun outside recently. I wonder if you have heard of anything?"

"Oh? What kind of wind?"

"Someone is trying to get into Yi Jun's idea."

"real?"

"Yes! After Zhang Shaoxuan was removed from his position as Chief of Yi, he wanted to make a comeback with a question, so he took the idea to Yijun." He was disappointed again and was anxious to seek medical treatment. I don't blame him. However, Yijun is different from other troops. He is loyal and requires qualifications. He is the younger brother who is the last brother and the father and the son. Although Jiang is old and weak, I didn't boast that these thousands of brothers are willing to obey my orders."

"I believe, I believe."

"I'm not lying on the pit and not stool. I'm so old that I can't think about it. I'm really reluctant to do it, for fear of chaos after leaving."

"Why, can someone rebel?"

"Not that. But if many brothers in the camp saw an outsider occupying the high position of Yi Army, they would be unwilling to accept it. Moreover, the state affairs were changing, and the emperor said everything was stable. If the morale of the army dispersed, the matter would be a big deal, and the Yi Army would naturally be in trouble. Even if I and the generals were in trouble, they would probably not be able to get out of touch." Jiang Gui said slowly, "I am afraid that Zhang Shaoxuan would not be able to protect himself at that time."

"Jiang Junmen is always planning the country, and I thank you first." Duan Fang pondered for a moment, "I have recorded this matter and I will definitely not be able to lose my composure. But..."

Hearing something in his words, Jiang Gui's ears erected: "Now the court is centralized, if the imperial edict is issued, he will have to follow the order."

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"This is nature, nature." Since the Sino-Japanese War of 1895, the Yi army has fought against the Japanese, guarded the Germans, and guarded the Russians. In the Gengzi period, the two palaces and the two palaces have guarded the West and the way. The court should not have forgotten the contributions of Yi army so quickly..."

Duan Fang was speechless, so he could only continue watching.

Since having had the first close contact with Longyu, Lin Guangyu finally understood the artistic conception of "the spring night is short and the day is high, and the king will not go early since then." In the next 10 days, three times: it was continued several times. The relationship between the emperor and the empress became increasingly harmonious. Although Longyu was not Lin Guangyu's favorite, he always had the responsibility. Moreover, when Cixi died, Longyu put in a lot of efforts and should be rewarded. One evening, the two were chatting, and Longyu said, "I heard that Zhang Xun was waived for errands?"

"This is the case. Zhao Erxun submitted an impeachment memorial, and I have checked it a few days ago."

"He's very pitiful."

"It's because he is not good at it. Zhao Erxun is the new governor of the East and is worried that there is no place to burn the fire. He still has to come over. Can he not make fun of it? I am also doing it for his own good. If he is in Fengtian again, he will not be allowed to use the Shangfang sword, kill him first and then call him to crack it. This is the trouble."

"I have heard a lot of jokes from Zhang Xun and know that he has made a fool of himself this time. But thinking that he made a lot of contributions in the Gengzi year, can the court forgive him so that no one will attack the emperor without reminiscing about his old love?"

Sure enough! Lin Guangyu smiled secretly. Xu Shichang had already reminded the queen that it was possible to make a fuss. He smiled slightly: "According to the queen's words, where is the better place to settle down? This time he is not allowed to make trouble again."

"Well... I can't tell you. I just heard that there is a general in Zhili who is so old that he can't even walk. Zhang Xun is still a military general, so why should he let him take on this job? He has no choice but to worry about it if he is young. Anyway, he can just set up a place to settle it. If he makes trouble again, Duan Fang will punish him."

"Is it what Xiao Dezhang means?"

A unnatural expression appeared on the queen's face, and she said awkwardly: "I mentioned him to pray to my brother in front of me, but..."

"Okay, I have a suggestion on this matter."

After receiving Duan Fang's personal guarantee, Jiang Guitu was not at ease, so he made a special trip to the capital. Tieliang was very difficult to say, so someone asked him to find Zaitao. First, he was the emperor's younger brother and had a close relationship. Second, he is now serving as the minister of the Imperial Guard and his family is in full bloom. Originally, Zaifeng was more suitable than Zaitao, but he was a dissatisfied person, so Jiang Guitu didn't dare to come to him.

"I've heard of this, and I know the following."

Jiang Gui raised her head nervously, afraid that she would miss a word.

"The Ministry of National Defense is preparing to let you retire and return home, and Zhang Xun was transferred from Gansu Admiral to Zhili."

"When is this?"

"Just today." Zaitao said in a slightly regretful tone, "This matter can be discussed, but Zhang Xun has followed Xiao De Zhang's path, so it is not so easy to change, and..."

Before he could finish speaking, Jiang Guiqun had already knelt down on the ground and cried loudly: "Master Beile, please save the thousands of people of Yijun."

"Jiang Junmen, please get up, why bother?"

"I'm afraid that after he left, the morale of the Yi army was unstable and a chaos arose. I, Jiang Gui, lived 64 years old and never dared to forget the four words "loyalty to the emperor and patriotism". If the Yi army was in turmoil, how can I be worthy of the Song Shuai? How can I be worthy of the imperial court? Isn't the hard work of the past few decades all gone?" Song Shuai pointed to Song Qing, the founder of the Yi army.

"I can't stand Zhang Xun, so I might as well..." Zai Tao frowned, "I have an idea, don't know if it's OK?"

After saying that, Jiang Gui was very happy and said that he would never forget the great kindness of Master Beile in the future.

As soon as he left, Zaitao then entered the palace, handed over the 2 taels of silver notes sent by Jiang Gui's title, and said, "Your Majesty, I have already told him as you told me."
Chapter completed!