Chapter 409 Recommending Feng Lingbo

Early the next morning, Feng Entai personally came to the other courtyard here to find Niu Youdao. He had agreed yesterday that he would take Niu Youdao to visit the new site of Tianyu Gate as a landlord.

After Bai Yao, who was guarding in the other courtyard, came forward to say hello, he knew that the other party was here to see Niu Youdao, so he quickly avoided, not wanting to see Niu Youdao.

The reason for not wanting to meet him was because he was awkward. He thought that Niu Youdao was nothing to him at the beginning, but now that he is fine, Niu Youdao has become the sworn brother of his uncle. He is a generation higher than him in terms of seniority, so he must behave properly when meeting Juke politely called Niu Youdao "Dao Lord", which was really awkward.

The disciples of the entire Tianyumen in Qingshan County can not give face to Shang Chaozong, but they have to give Niu Youdao face. There is no way, they are brothers with Elder Feng, and they don’t look at the face of the monk or the face of the Buddha. Call Dao Ye politely.

I don't know how many people have opinions in their hearts, secretly blaming Elder Feng for being confused, why are they blindly sworn.

After finding Niu Youdao, Feng Entai left the other courtyard with him, wandering among the beautiful mountains.

The sect that originally occupied this place was relatively small, and the scale of the building complex was not large. Now this place is occupied by Tianyumen, and the number of disciples of Tianyumen is here, so this place is still in the process of large-scale expansion.

Compared with the expenses of Tianyumen, the cost of expanding this is nothing, and there is no need for Tianyumen to pay. The gift money from each family to congratulate the housewarming is enough. Niu Youdao personally gave 10,000 gold coins as a gift , Those county guards naturally gave more. Shang Chaozong took out 100,000 gold coins on behalf of the two counties in order to show his heart.

The two finally stood on top of a mountain, overlooking the lake and mountains below the mountain. Under the sunlight, there were purple smoke floating and occasional fish jumping and birds plundering, which was quite a fairyland charm.

"What a great place!" Niu Youdao, who was standing with his hands behind his back, praised.

Feng Entai shook his head dissatisfied, "It seems that the third brother has not been to the original mountain gate of Tianyumen, which is much better than here. With this condition, the entire Tianyumen must obey the overall situation, and we must first get rid of it." Let's do it."

Niu Youdao hehe said: "This is still disgusting, the martial art is indeed extraordinary."

"Third brother, I've contacted my second child." Feng Entai suddenly said this.

Niu Youdao slowly looked back at him.

"My second child told me everything, not bad!" Feng Entai patted him on the shoulder with a rather emotional expression.

Niu Youdao smiled and said nothing.

At this moment, a disciple flew over and reported, "Elder, the banquet is about to begin."

"Okay, got it." Feng Entai nodded, turned around and made a gesture of invitation to Niu Youdao, and the two returned.

Yesterday's banquet was regarded as welcoming guests, today's banquet was regarded as seeing off guests, and the people were still those people.

For these people, eating and drinking is definitely not the purpose, and the things discussed during the meeting are the real business.

After a few glasses of wine, the topic turned to the supply of troops in the five counties. The total number of people in the five counties, including those who are miscellaneous, is nearly 600,000. This is a heavy blow to the financial resources of the five counties. burden.

The point of discussion is whether there should be so many people now. In the past, the counties were separated and each had to deal with the pressure from all directions. The pressure on the government will be greatly reduced, and it will not be a problem to cut down 200,000 people casually, which will greatly reduce the burden on the counties.

However, Tianyumen made it clear later that Nanzhou was the goal, so let everyone hold on to it under negative pressure. Once Nanzhou is captured, the 600,000 people on hand will not be deployed for defense, and the offerings requested by Tianyumen will also be affected. Moderation, try not to increase the burden on the counties.

The relevant personnel are well aware of this point, Tianyumen now has the benefit of drinks and ample money to be so generous, the income of several million gold coins a year, alone is more than the offerings drawn from the counties in the past many.

Zhao Xingfeng, governor of Tu'an County, couldn't help mentioning, "Master, the governance models of Qingshan County and Guangyi County are pretty good. If our three counties can also reduce or exempt taxes..."

Before he finished speaking, Peng suppressed another sentence, "Qingshan County and Guangyi County can provide other income, what can your three counties provide? Do you think that Tianyumen can swallow all the benefits of drinks? Xiaoyao Palace , Zijin Cave, and Lingjian Mountain can’t be interrupted every year. If you want to win Nanzhou, the cost of offering will only be higher. Do you pay for this money? It’s all from Tianyumen. Well, don’t talk about it anymore.”

Zhao Xingfeng was a little embarrassed. He didn't expect such a big reaction just by mentioning it, so he had to shut up.

Peng continued: "The five counties are in charge of their own affairs. Usually, there is no problem. If something happens, the people in the five counties need to be dispatched in a unified manner. This matter needs to be prepared in advance. Who do you think is more appropriate to coordinate?"

As soon as these words came out, Niu Youdao and Meng Shanming's eyes subconsciously met, thinking that they would not mention this matter until they took down Nanzhou, but they didn't expect it to start now.

When Zhao Xingfeng was about to speak again, Niu Youdao gave a dry cough, which first attracted everyone's attention, "Of course it would be better for Master Peng to dispatch them in a unified manner. In terms of prestige here, is there anyone else who can compare to Master Peng?"

Meng Shanming slowly raised his glass to his lips, knowing that Niu Youdao was causing trouble, and he didn't want the unified command to fall into the hands of others.

Anyone who is not stupid knows that whoever is determined to command the five counties will be the master of Nanzhou in all likelihood in the future.

Peng Youzai was moved here, so Zhao Xingfeng had to swallow what he said. It would be inappropriate to say that other people are better than Peng Youzai.

Peng laughed again, "My brother is really a good idea, I don't have the energy, and I'm not familiar with military affairs."

Niu Youdao pointed to the elders of Tianyumen who were present, "Tianyumen has a lot of talents, and it is enough to send any disciple casually."

Peng Youzai shook his head again: "Practitioners have things to deal with during their practice, and cultivation is the most important thing. Not to mention that they don't have the energy, and they can't devote too much attention to taking care of ordinary things. Otherwise, what will the prefects here do? The selection of personnel for military and political affairs is different from the selection of personnel for cultivation disciples. Brother Niu, there are specializations in the art industry, I think this matter should be left to those who are good at it to make their own decisions, and you and I should not join in the fun."

"Sect Leader Peng is right." Niu Youdao chuckled, turned to look at Feng Ruonan present, and asked, "Princess, you are also a military commander. I wonder who do you think is more suitable for unified dispatch?"

Feng Ruonan gritted his teeth secretly.

Feng Lingbo looked at Niu Youdao coldly, and Peng Yulan hated her so much that she poked her daughter out, didn't she put her daughter on the fire?

Shang Chaozong, Lan Ruoting, and Meng Shanming all looked at Niu Youdao strangely, Feng Ruonan can't decide this matter, and they don't know what this troublesome Feng Ruonan means.

Peng Youzai waved at the people present, "The monks should not participate in this matter, let the four county guards jointly recommend it!"

With one sentence, Niu Youdao was suppressed, and Feng Ruonan was picked out.

Niu Youdao raised his glass to Peng with a smile on his face. He could only say so much. The decision-making power is in his hands, and the right to speak is also in his hands. How to discuss the topic is completely led by the other party. There is no way changing facts.

Zhao Xingfeng spoke again, pointing at Feng Lingbo present, "There was Guangyi County before Qingshan County, and it was all because Feng Lingbo opened up the situation in Guangyi County that the two counties can have today. Among the people here who have been county guards, I only Su Feng Lingbo, I recommend Feng Lingbo to be the commander of the five counties' soldiers and horses."

Niu Youdao frowned slightly, and said teasingly: "The name of Governor Zhao is well chosen!"

Everyone looked at each other in blank dismay, Zhao Xingfeng choked, what do you mean?

Lan Ruoting answered immediately, "What is the explanation of Daoist's words?"

Niu Youdao said slowly, "Make waves."

Some of the people present were holding back their laughter, some were expressionless, and Zhao Xingfeng's face was slightly dark.

Niu Youdao immediately looked at him coldly, "Looking at Zhao Junshou's face, could it be that he has something against me? It's just a joke, don't take it seriously, it's not good."

Zhao Xingfeng immediately bowed to Peng again, wanting to ask the other party to uphold justice.

Peng quickly raised his hand to stop him, preventing him from tearing his face with Niu Youdao in public. Niu Youdao was obviously finding fault on purpose. Youdao holds a source of wealth from Tianyumen, so Tianyumen should be more afraid.

Therefore, there is no need to tear your face apart for things that can be resolved with reason, and everything will be discussed when the accounts are settled.

He suppressed his voice and said: "Brother Niu, we are talking about business here, don't joke around, if you feel uncomfortable sitting here, I can arrange a private room for you." He issued a warning.

Niu Youdao waved his hand, "Sect Leader Peng is too polite, everyone is too serious, just liven up the atmosphere."

Peng looked at the others again.

Mei Linsheng, governor of Huxi County, also responded, "I also recommend Feng Lingbo!"

Wu Tiandang, the governor of Wuyang County, followed up and said: "Second, recommend Feng Lingbo!"

A gleam of joy flashed in the eyes of Feng Lingbo who was present at the banquet. Regarding this result, he had already known it in advance, and looked at his son-in-law, wanting to see what Shang Chaozong could do.

Peng Yulan looked at her father with gratitude in her eyes. She walked around and found that her father was still facing her family, and also felt her father's wisdom. She gave up her small and broad, and went around her. The Shang Dynasty was just a stepping stone for her family. Father's skills are really brilliant.

She couldn't help but think of what her father said to her last night, Tianyumen is not the Tianyumen of Peng's family, everything should be done in a reasonable way, and things should be handled with everyone's support.

All the high-ranking members of Tianyumen present were expressionless, and all looked at Shang Chaozong with nonchalant eyes, and it turned out that they had discussed it.

Shang Chaozong was playing with the wine glass in his hand and remained silent.

Feng Ruonan pursed his lips tightly and remained silent.

Fei Changliu and the others looked solemn.

Meng Shanming glanced at Niu Youdao, only to see Niu Youdao nodded slightly.

Peng was laughing again, and asked, "My lord, what do you think?"

Shang Chaozong said indifferently: "Is my king's opinion still important?"

Peng said generously again: "Speak freely, be reasonable in everything, and feel free to speak out if you have any good opinions."

Shang Chaozong looked left and right, and after meeting Meng Shanming's wink, he said with a sullen cheek: "The three county guards' high opinion, this king seconded, agrees!"