martial arts general

Chapter 15 Chitose-sama
Every step Zhao Jiuxiao took was heavy and slow.

He lowered his head and did not look directly at Ximen Wudi.

But Ximen Wudi's gaze was always fixed on him.

It was a very weird look, full of admiration, murderous intent, and a bit of worry.

Zhao Jiuxiao is very clear that what he does now will directly determine his position in Ximen Wudi's heart.

He took a deep breath and calmed down completely, like a calm sea.

A eunuch shouted: "General Zhao Jiuxiao of Qingzhou City, please see me!"

Zhao Jiuxiao also bowed and saluted: "The last general, Zhao Jiuxiao, pay homage to the Holy Majesty and Lord Qiantui."

Before coming here, he had already found out clearly that Ximen Wudi was called "Thousand Years Old" by officials in the DPRK.

The ministers looked at him curiously and talked a lot.

The emperor didn't care who he was, and waved his hand lightly: "Be flat."

Zhao Jiuxiao stood up straight: "Thank you, Your Majesty."

Ximen Wudi also spoke at this time, with a sharp voice like a woman: "General Zhao, I heard that you have repeatedly made military exploits at the border, killed tens of thousands of enemies, beheaded the enemy's generals, shocked the enemy's country, and is both wise and brave."

Zhao Jiuxiao clasped his hands and said, "Lord Qiantui has over-rewarded, the last general is just lucky."

Ximen Wudi praised: "General Zhao, the miscellaneous family was worried that you would make military exploits repeatedly and your ambitions would expand, but I didn't expect you to be so modest and cautious. You can really be called a good general for me."

The emperor was still yawning, not taking Zhao Jiuxiao seriously at all.

Zhao Jiuxiao lowered his head, extremely calm: "Thank you, Lord Chitose, for your compliment, I will be ashamed of it in the end."

Ximen Wudi smiled, and said: "Your Majesty, General Zhao has made such great achievements, why not make him a solid fourth-rank general, what does the Emperor think?"

The emperor did not hesitate: "I agree!"

Ximen Wudi looked at Zhao Jiuxiao again: "General Zhao, are you willing?"

Zhao Jiuxiao hastily bowed and saluted: "Thank you, Lord Qianqiu, thank you, Your Majesty!"

It is reasonable to say that he should be happy to be named a fourth-rank official, but for some reason, he always feels that this is an obvious promotion and a secret surrender.

In other words, although he was promoted, he lost the military power in his hands.

Ximen Wudi said: "General Zhao, since you have been promoted, your salary and treatment will naturally also be improved. In addition to the benefits that a fourth-rank general should have, this old slave also asked the emperor to give General Zhao two beauties and a beautiful house. "

Hearing this, Zhao Jiuxiao was stunned, but he quickly reacted.

Ximen Wudi rewards him like this just to win over himself.

The emperor still replied: "I agree."

Apart from these three words, he seemed to be unable to say anything else.

The ministers all around were discussing, some looked jealous, some were very envious, and some looked serious, but they didn't say anything.

In front of Ximen Wudi, what they say is in vain, and it may lead to death, so it is better not to say it.

Zhao Jiuxiao cupped his hands and said, "The last general thanked Lord Qiantui, and thanked the emperor!"

Seeing that Zhao Jiuxiao readily agreed, Ximen Wudi did not refuse, but was very happy: "Very well, General Zhao, you can go down and rest now, and the old slave will make arrangements for you in a short time."

Zhao Jiuxiao nodded: "Yes, Lord Qiantui, Your Majesty, I will retire!"

After speaking, he turned and left.

From the beginning to the end, Zhao Jiuxiao acted like a general who was greedy for women and money, without any rejection.

After coming out of the Jinluan Palace, he took a deep breath and looked at the bright sunshine in the sky, feeling relaxed.

Sima You smiled and winked.

But He Zhengyang asked impatiently: "General Zhao, what did the emperor say?"

Zhao Jiuxiao didn't answer, but said, "We'll talk about it when we go back."

He Zhengyang had no choice but to nod his head: "Then I don't ask."

With that said, the three of them left the palace under the escort of Ouchi's guards and took back their weapons.

As soon as he came outside, a Dongchang eunuch came up to him: "General Zhao, please follow me."

Zhao Jiuxiao did not hesitate, cupped his hands and said: "Please, father-in-law, lead the way."

As he spoke, he followed the other party along the way.

The Dongchang eunuch was wearing a red and green patterned robe, with a short knife hanging from his waist. Although he was thin, he was very vigorous, not weaker than ordinary men.

He Zhengyang was quite hostile to this person, but seeing that Zhao Jiuxiao didn't respond, he suppressed his anger and followed closely behind.

Sima You didn't seem surprised, he was still extremely calm.

The three followed the Dongchang eunuch all the way, and finally arrived at their destination.

This is a fine house.

The plaque of the house reads "Zhao Mansion" in large characters.

Zhao Jiuxiao couldn't help but widen his eyes: "This is the house that the emperor gave me?"

Dongchang eunuch: "Exactly, please come in, General Zhao."

Zhao Jiuxiao: "Okay."

Saying that, the eunuch of Dongchang opened the door and entered.

Zhao Jiuxiao also followed in.

As soon as the door was opened, a group of servants and maids came to greet them: "Join General Zhao."

Zhao Jiuxiao did a rough count and found that there were hundreds of them.

With so many people waiting on him, this kind of treatment was something he had never encountered before.

Zhao Jiuxiao could only smile and wave his hands: "You don't have to be polite."

The servant and maidservant stood up: "Thank you, General."

Zhao Jiuxiao was also led by the Dongchang eunuch to check around the house.

I saw that there are all kinds of pavilions, terraces and pavilions here.

Beautiful rockery, beautiful pools, and Suzhou-Hangzhou-style buildings give a sense of spring.

Zhao Jiuxiao also walked all the way to the front of his room.

I saw two young beauties standing there, bowing to him and saying, "I pay my respects to General Zhao."

Whether it is body or appearance, they are impeccable.

If placed in the real world, she could definitely be called a supermodel.

Zhao Jiuxiao's heart beat faster.

This kind of treatment is indeed very good.

But thinking that this was a conspiracy by Ximen Wudi, Zhao Jiuxiao calmed down a lot.

Sima You also winked at the side, signaling him not to get distracted.

He Zhengyang was at a loss.

He doesn't care about beautiful women, but he likes this kind of house.

He Zhengyang has never had such a life.

Zhao Jiuxiao said at this time: "You are welcome, beauties, you should step back first."

The two beauties nodded: "Yes, General Zhao."

After speaking, they turned and left.

The Dongchang eunuch also asked, "Is General Zhao still satisfied?"

Zhao Jiuxiao only nodded: "Of course I'm satisfied. What else can I say if Master Qiantose treats me like this?"

The eunuch of Dongchang smiled: "That's good. General Zhao, please wait here for a while. Lord Chitose will come later."

Zhao Jiuxiao was a little surprised: "Master Qiantui is coming here to see me?"

Dongchang eunuch: "Exactly."

Zhao Jiuxiao nodded: "Okay, then I will wait patiently."

As he spoke, he looked at Sima You again.

Sima You wanted to say something, but he also knew that it was not a good opportunity to have the Dongchang eunuch by his side, so he continued to remain silent.

The servants were already busy making good Longjing tea for Zhao Jiuxiao.

The three of them also sat down, drank tea and waited.

(End of this chapter)