Chapter 181 Tang Dynasty Military God

It's rare for the family to be so lively. Both father and son drank a lot of wine. After sending off the guests, Qin Shubao returned to his room to take a nap. Qin Mubai didn't want to disturb his father, so he was happy to take a nap. Later, he invited his father to visit Li Jing.

People who know a little about Li Jing are probably familiar with history. Qin Mubai didn't know much about history, and he also heard the name of Li Jing in the Tang Dynasty for a long time.

In short, Li Jing is synonymous with famous general and general Chang Sheng. For Yu Zhenguan and the Tang Dynasty, he is the first old man in the army and no one can replace him. As long as there is a war he participates in, there is no victory.

Li Jing was born in the family of officials and is the nephew of Han Yuhu, a famous general of the Sui Dynasty. Han Yuhu has taught him martial arts since he was a child. When he was young, Li Jing showed Superman's first-class military talent and was famous among the ministers of the Sui Dynasty for his talent. Niu Hong, the minister of the Ministry of Public Affairs, praised him as "Wang Zuo's talent", and Yang Su, a former famous general of Su Sui and Zuo Shi, also praised him.

Later, Li Jing returned to the Tang Dynasty, followed Li Shimin's expedition to the east and west, and began to show his head and make great achievements. Pingding Wang Shichong, Dingluoyang War Tiger Prison, Li Jing was awarded the title of Kaifu for military merit; Nanping Xiaoxian, Li Jing presented the famous "Ten Strategies of Flat Milling".

The battle of Pingnan is the first glorious point of Li Jing's life. Although Li Xiaogong is known as the commander-in-chief, it is Li Jing who actually commands the three armies to fight. Soon, together with Li Xiaogong, he suppressed the rebellion launched by Du Fuwei and Fu Gongyi in the south of the Yangtze River, thus completely pactling the land in the south of the Yangtze River. So far, Li Jing has laid down half of the whole country in the south of the Yangtze River for the Tang Dynasty!

After Li Shimin ascended the throne, Li Jing ushered in the peak of his military career. The Turks in the east of Beding captured the Quli Khan and eliminated the biggest hidden danger of the Tang Dynasty in the north. Li Jing can be said to be famous in history. From then on, Li Jing became the first irreplaceable soldier of the Tang Dynasty, and even Emperor Li Shimin was called his brother. However, Li Jing is modest, cautious and low-key and thrifty. He has never been proud of his achievements, and repeatedly retreated bravely after success.

After pacifing the Turks, Li Jing, who suffered from foot disease, resigned as prime minister despite the emperor's efforts to stay and recuperate at home. However, soon there was a rebellion in Tuyuhun. Li Jing, who was sixty years old and suffering from a stubborn disease, went on an expedition. He led Li Daozong, Hou Junji, Li Daliang, Li Daoyan, Gao Yusheng and other five-way marching commanders, and attacked Tuyuhun in the west.

When Qin Mubai's soul came through, it was not long after the triumph of the Tang Dynasty's triumph to calm down Tuyuhun, so he was extremely impressed. The court held a celebration banquet for Li Jing and other generals, and invited Qin Shubao, who had been idle at home for a long time, to participate, which was vivid in my mind. I remember that the Tang Dynasty not only suppressed Tuyuhun's rebellion, but also rushed thousands of miles to attack and kill horses and drink blood, and chased the fleeing Tuyuhun Fuyun Khan. Fuyun Khan led more than a thousand cavalry to escape to the qi. He had reached the point of exhaustion, and his subordinates were separated one after another. Soon, Fu Yun Khan was killed by his subordinates. His eldest son, Murong Shun, the king of Daning, killed the king of Tianzhu and led the people to surrender to the Tang Dynasty. After two months of bloody struggle, Li Jing led the army to calm down Tuyuhun and won the victory to the capital.

So far, Tuyuhun has completely become a subordinate country of the Tang Dynasty, and it is a courtesy to the Tang Dynasty. Several classic victories led by Li Jing's army also made the majestic power of the Tang Dynasty go straight to the Western Regions, which made the barbarian countries frightened and surrender one after another.

Because of this great credit, Li Jing was awarded the title of Duke of Wei, a great minister. But Li Jing still resigned and closed the door to thank the guests, and retreated bravely. Therefore, Qin Mubai rarely saw Li Jing with his own eyes in the court class, and never had a few words of conversation with him.

If you want to worship him, except for the emperor's acquiescence and introduction, I'm afraid you can't just run away at your own risk. Qin Mubai thought about it and invited his father to go with him. Maybe the success rate would be higher.

Whether in the era of the Tang Dynasty or the history of China, Li Jing is a famous figure. From the bottom of his heart, Qin Mubai still has a lot of respect for Li Jing.

After returning to the room for an hour, the wine had dissipated. Qin Mubai went to visit his father. Qin Shubao was happy to drink a few more cups today and was still sleeping. Liu was serving him with sobering soup in the room. When he walked outside the door and was about to knock on the door, Qin Mubai heard that his parents were talking inside.

"Sanlang is confused. If a good father-in-law married her, she was obsessed with a Wu Mei Niang. Obviously, it was Qin Shubao's voice. He said, "I don't dislike Wu Mei Niang. It's just that if the emperor gives marriage, can he still make Princess Gaoyang a concubine? I think Sanlang is in love with Wu Mei Niang. At that time, if he can't give up, the trouble is himself.

"Shubao, Sanlang is a smart child. He will be able to take care of it clearly. We don't have to worry too much." Liu said, "Today, I have been with Mei Niang for half a day. I feel that this child behaves gracefully and generously, but he is also worthy of Sanlang. He is a suitable mistress. On the contrary, although Princess Gaoyang is a golden branch and jade leaf, she is not as knowledgeable as Wu Mei Niang, and she is like a child who is not convenient.

"What do you know?" Qin Shubao said, "A woman who gets married is the same as before she got married. Wu Mei Niang looks calmer and capable than Princess Gaoyang, but she also has a deep mind, which may not be a good daughter-in-law. On the contrary, Gao Yang is determined to treat Sanlang with all his heart. Where can he find such a woman, not to mention a princess? She has been born in the royal family since she was a child, and it is reasonable to be simple and naive. But as long as she is kind and reasonable, she is a good daughter-in-law. I'm so happy that Sanlang will marry the princess.

"Oh, Uncle, I said don't worry so much." Liu said, "Marriage is a big deal, although it is the words of the parents' life matchmakers, but it is still them who live their lives. Only they know whether it's good or bad. I think Sanlang has a book in his heart that he can handle the affairs of these two women properly.

"Look at what you said, can we not worry about your son's marriage?" Qin Shubao said, "Dalang Erlang has been a family and a career for a long time. Only this Sanlang has been flirting with all over the place. What kind of style is it? If the emperor really gives him a marriage, he will marry. If he doesn't marry, he will also marry!"

"Well, well, you're right, okay? Don't be angry, drink the sobering soup!" Liu hurriedly comforted.

"Sanlang just spoils you, huh!"

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When Qin Mubai heard this outside the door, his scalp couldn't help but tighten: It seems that his father has a good impression on Princess Gaoyang, and he still has a lot of preconceptions about Wu Mei Niang... That's all. What do you think about now? On the one, the emperor has not officially given the marriage, and on the other, my marriage with Wu Mei Niang is still one year old. There are a lot of things that can happen this year. There are two major events in front of me now. One is to learn from Li Jing and get the golden signboard of "Li Jing's student"; the other is to consider job-hopping. The matter of long-term love between children, let's think about it when you have time!

Qin Mubai walked aside and waited for a long time. After his mother came out of the room, he went to see his father.

There is a little alcoholic atmosphere in the room. Qin Shubao's face is still ruddy, but he seems to be in a good mood.

"Come on, sit down. I'm looking for you for my father." Qin Shubao asked him to sit on the opposite side.

"What's wrong with my father?" Qin Mubai asked knowingly that his father obviously wanted to talk to him about his son's marriage.

"It's rare to be lively in the house today." Qin Shubao said with a smile on his face, "There are a lot of guests. Except for Cheng Zhijie, it seems that everyone else is your guests!" It seems that you are really strong now and can support the Qin family.

"Father made fun of me."

"I want to ask for my father, what are your plans for your marriage?" Qin Shubao asked the point.

"This..." Qin Mubai looked embarrassed and shook his head. "The child has a few big things to do at present. He doesn't have much thought about the matter of his children's love for the time being."

"Oh?" Qin Shubao couldn't help showing his surprise, "Thust you, what a big deal?"

Qin Mubai told his father about the two things of worship and job-hopping.

After hearing this, Qin Shubao frowned and meditated for a long time. He nodded and said, "Yes, these two major events are really worth doing. I told you a long time ago that Li Jing is the number one person in my Tang Dynasty army. If you can worship him as your teacher, it will be of great benefit. It's rare that this time the emperor acquiesced in you and asked you to visit Li Jing on his behalf, which is to recommend you deliberately. But... Since the last time he came back from Pingding Tuyuhun, Li Jing was accused of conspiracy. Although the matter was thoroughly investigated in the end, and the person who complained was also punished, Li Jinggong was always indisputable, so he resigned and left the court to thank the guests behind closed doors, and even his relatives and friends were not allowed to enter. I'm afraid it's difficult to worship him as a teacher at this time!"

Qin Mubai smiled and said, "That's why the child wanted to ask his father to go with him. If you don't look at the monk's face and the Buddha's face, there is both the recommendation of the emperor and the face of your old friend. Mr. Li Jing is embarrassed to refuse again, right?

"Oh?" Qin Shubao was slightly stunned, and then laughed, "You bastard, you actually came up with your father's idea!" My father has not gone out for three or five years, nor has he taken the initiative to visit anyone. Well, for your sake, I will accompany you today to sell this old face at Li Jing's house. It can be worth a few articles!"

"Thank you, father, for your success!"

After a while, the father and son were ready and went out to Li Jing's house. In addition to a "life stick" given by the emperor, the father and son only brought two bottles of home-brewed Qin Xian wine as a small gift.

Before leaving, Qin Mubai asked the servant to prepare the carriages and horses. Qin Shubao stopped and said, "We are both military officers and ordinary visiting friends. Let's ride a horse!"

Qin Mubai was happy, but his father's move was somewhat interesting. When traveling, even if you don't show off, it's natural to prepare a sedan chair or ride in a carriage. Moreover, everyone knows that Qin Shubao has always been in poor health and has faded out of the court for many years. This time, he took the initiative to ride a horse to visit Li Jing, and he also announced to the outside world that his body had recovered.

In particular, it is more interesting to visit Li Jing, who is the military god of the Tang Dynasty and suffers from leg disease.

The father and son went out of the door without a follower, and rode to Li Jing's house.

The Duke of Wei arrived soon. The door was closed, and there was no door to welcome guests. It seems that it is true that Li Jing closed the door to thank the guests.

"Sanlang, call the door."

The father and son fell off the horse, and Qin Mubai came forward and called the door. After patting for a long time, the door creaked open. An old man poked out, looked up and down at Qin Mubai, and bowed: "What's your name, Lang Jun? What's the matter with coming to my house?"

Qin Mubai arched his hand and saluted: "Qin Mubai, on the order of the emperor, came to send the emperor's gifts to the Duke of Wei."

"Oh, is General Qin your majesty's envoy?" The old man hurriedly changed the color, turned his head and looked at Qin Shubao, blinked his turbid old eyes, and muttered, "That one... is so familiar!"

"Haha, Mr. Zhong, your memory is not too bad!" Qin Shubao laughed and came forward, "You still know me, Qin Qiong!"

"Ah?! ...You are - Qin Shubao!" Mr. Zhong suddenly shouted out, looked up and down at Qin Shubao in surprise, and said, "I haven't seen you for many years, but your body is more than a hundred times better than before!" Look at me, now I'm so dizzy that I can't recognize anyone!"

"Haha, I think you are almost eighty, aren't you?" Qin Shubao smiled and said, "Let our father and son in quickly. Can the pharmacist be in the house?"

"I'm here, I'm here." Mr. Zhong looked happy and said repeatedly, "If it hadn't been for Uncle Bao's visit, I would never dare to let you in... Hey, Qin Shubao, Qin Mubai, you two are father and son?"

"Didn't I just say that?" Qin Shubao smiled and said, "This is the dog Qin Liang, the character Mu Bai, the third, and now he is living in the position of a hundred horsemen."

"Ah, it's really a tiger father without a son!" Mr. Zhong looked up and down at Qin Mubai in surprise, and then opened the door and invited the two of them to enter.

Qin Shubao asked as he walked, "Mr. Zhong, why is the door of the Duke of Wei so difficult to enter?"

"The master ordered me to do so, and I have to do it later." Mr. Zhong said, "I also said that if it hadn't been for the arrival of the imperial envoy and you, I wouldn't dare to let you in. Otherwise, you will be scolded by the master.

"Ha ha, the old beard is still so stubborn." Uncle Qin smiled for a long time.

"Please wait a moment, and wait for the old man to report first."

The father and son stopped in a small pavilion at the corner of the main house and waited patiently. Qin Shubao said, "Sanlang, if you see Li Jing later, don't exaggerate his words. Li Jing is modest, cautious, calm and capable, and he despises the frivolous, shallow and boastful people the most.

"The child has written it down."

After waiting for a while, Mr. Zhong hurried out and bowed his hand to Qin's father and son: "I forgive you two. You are old and confused. Unexpectedly, you let the imperial envoy and the Duke of Yi wait here!" The master heard that Yu Shi and his old friends came and were changing their clothes and preparing to welcome them.

"It doesn't have to be so troublesome." Qin Shubao smiled and said, "Lead us forward. The pharmacist's legs and feet are inconvenient, so he doesn't need to go out to greet him.

"This is a must!" Mr. Zhong hurriedly pointed to Qin Mubai and said nervously, "Although he is your son, he is the imperial historian of the imperial court!"

"Oh? Haha!" Qin Shubao laughed and said, "I forgot that the pharmacist has always known the etiquette. Well, our father and son are waiting patiently here. Go back and tell the pharmacist that he doesn't have to hurry.

Old man Zhong saluted back. Qin Shubao said with a smile, "Mu Bai, Li Jing is so cautious and meticulous. Today, his credit is the first, and everyone says that he is the master of his achievements. But in my opinion, no one knows more about honor and disgrace than him, and he will come to a good end in the future.

Qin Mubai nodded with deep understanding: "Just in this way of doing things, there are a lot of children to learn from him."

"Well said." Qin Shubao nodded approvingly, "Remember, if he agrees to accept you, he will be a teacher and a father for life. Treat him like a father.

"Yes, Father."

After a moment, the door of the main house hall in front of him opened to both sides, and a person came out inside, dressed in a formal purple dress. He was tall, and although he was holding a crutch, he still looked great and awe-inspiring. The hair is silvery and snow-white, especially the beautiful beard that is long as the navel, which dances lightly with the wind, which is quite handsome and chic.

"Wei minister Li Jing, welcome the imperial history!" Abandoning his walking stick and bowing his hand solemnly, Li Jing bent down and bowed.

"The Duke of Wei quickly avoids the gift." Qin Mubai hurried forward, put the box containing the spiritual life stick in both hands, and said, "I'm going to use Qin Mubai, but at the order of your majesty, I came to send this emperor-given crutch. This staff is called the spiritual longevity staff. It was specially designed by your majesty's master craftsman for the Duke of Wei.

Li Jing still did not raise his head. He raised his hands and took over the box. He said in a loud voice, "Your Majesty is kind to Weichen, and Weichen's liver and brain are on the ground, and there is no way to repay it. Long live the emperor, long live the emperor!"

Qin Mubai had to accompany him through the stage and said, "Your Majesty gave the Duke of Wei an exemption. Lord Wei, please take the crutches. There is no need to be so polite.

"Thank you for your kindness!" Li Jing solemnly handed the box to the servant, took the crutch, and then stared at Qin Mubai. In an instant, he moved his eyes behind Qin Mubai. Suddenly, he looked surprised and raised his finger and shouted to him, "Shubao? You are my uncle!"

"Haha, my big brother, do you still remember my little brother?" Qin Shubao also laughed and came forward, holding his hands with him, "Yes, it's Qin Qiong!"

"Haha! I only hurriedly met with you at the last celebration banquet. We haven't been so happy for many years!" Li Jing was obviously very happy. While laughing, he looked up and down at Qin Shubao, and suddenly looked surprised, "Oh, where's your crutch?"

Qin Shubao laughed and said, "My little brother is now eating ten catties of rice every day. He can fight tigers and split thousands of troops. What's the use of that crutch?"

"Oh, Shubao's sick body... has recovered?" Li Jing said in surprise.

"It's true." Qin Shubao smiled and said, "Big brother, you have been suffering from leg diseases for many years. Why don't you treat it carefully? You and I are all the same, leaving these stubborn diseases in the army. But I was lucky enough to cure all these diseases. Now, I'm waiting for your majesty to call, and I'm ready to gallop on the battlefield for the country!"

"Okay, okay, very good." Li Jing nodded with relief and smiled. At this time, he turned his head to look at Qin Mubai and said with a smile, "Baiqi made Qin Mubai famous for a long time. Uncle Bao, this is your third son, right?

"It's the dog." Qin Shubao smiled and said, "Sanlang, why don't you come and visit Uncle Li?"