Chapter 538: Promotion

In the imperial study, Guo Silang stood respectfully farthest from the emperor.

Today is the day when the commander of the Gyeonggi Division and his deputy commanders come to the emperor to report their duties. He is a deputy captain, but he doesn’t know the purpose of coming. Moreover, because of the departure of Prime Minister Guo, he still has a big opinion against the emperor. , so I didn’t deliberately go up.

After hearing the arrangements for next year, the emperor was quite satisfied with Commander Lin. It didn't matter how much he could do, but what mattered was how much he could do for the imperial power.

"Concubine Zhen said a few days ago that you like to eat mutton. Winter is here too. The imperial kitchen has made some mutton soup pots which are quite good. I'll reward you."

"I thank your Majesty."

Seeing the current commander bowing his head in submission, the emperor smiled, with a bit of pride.

Then he set his sights on Guo Silang and shouted at him.

"Shiro, come forward, let me see if you have made any progress now?"

His words fell into Guo Silang's ears, but he didn't think they were sounds of nature, so he secretly raised his spirits and walked forward, then saluted the emperor and said.

"I have met your Majesty."

"We're separated, right? But you're a little bit surprised that I let my grandfather leave?"

After hearing this, Guo Silang immediately knelt down on the ground, his attitude was much more respectful than before.

"My grandfather was taken to a warmer place to recuperate when he was sick. This is what the doctor said. Your Majesty just helped my grandfather move there. For this, the Guo family is filled with gratitude. Why should we blame him?"

It doesn't matter if it's sincere or not, but the emperor needs such a statement, so the expression he looked at Guo Silang was much better than before.

After putting down the tea cup at hand, he picked up the memorial just sent by the Gyeonggi Division and said it casually.

"I remember it was several years ago when you joined the Gyeonggi Division, right?"

"Your Majesty, it's been almost five years."

"The days go by so fast. According to my decree, Silang Guo of the Jin Dynasty is the deputy commander of the Gyeonggi Division. He is in charge of five thousand soldiers and horses and is responsible for all matters at the South City Gate."

When Guo Silang heard the promotion decree, before anyone could react, Commander Na Lin knelt on his head and knelt down to thank him.

what is this?

Give me a sweet date after a slap in the face?

The official careers of more than a dozen members of the Guo family have led to the position of deputy commander?

Guo Silang sneered in his heart, but he still had to pretend to be grateful and thank the emperor for his kindness.

"My grandfather went to Jinling City, and my uncles also followed him to serve them. Although I was reluctant to leave, I had to help them out of family ties. Since my grandfather left you alone in Sui'an City, he must have wanted me to use you more, so Shiro Ah, work hard, maybe you will be able to work alongside Shao Yu in the future!"

"I obey the order.

Guo Silang was promoted as soon as he entered the palace. Everyone could see that this was to appease the Guo family and other senior ministers who had strong opinions in Jinling City. Therefore, Guo Silang did not feel very happy about this promotion. .

Therefore, after returning to Guo's house, everyone felt a little depressed.

Coincidentally, I met Xue Niang, who had just returned from the General's Mansion, and asked while drinking.

"where have you been?"

"Sixth sister-in-law has something going on over there. She asked me to come over and give you some advice. What's going on, husband? Why are you drinking cold wine in broad daylight? How about I ask them to warm it up for you."

As he spoke, he was about to take the wine from Guo Silang's hand, but unfortunately he stopped him.

"Drinking cold wine on a cold day can also help me to remember why I got this job today."

"What's the meaning?"

"His Majesty has promoted me as deputy commander. There are many people outside waiting to congratulate me, but I am not happy at all."

Xue Niang was a little surprised, and then she said something.

"Brother Six is ​​indeed very good at predicting things. He guessed that my husband might be promoted before he left, so he specifically asked Sister-in-law Six to ask me to tell you that the most important thing is to stay calm and do your job well."

After hearing this, Guo Silang raised his head and looked at Xue Niang with some surprise in his eyes.

Xue Niang felt sorry for her husband, walked up to him, moved the cold wine away, and said.

"Now our family is staying in Sui'an City. We have a mission. No matter what, we have to secure some future for our children. I know that my husband is not happy with what he does, but how many people are looking forward to it and still can't. I believe that if my grandparents were here, they would let you do your job well."

Her words made Guo Silang feel a lot more comforted.

So he let go of the wine glass, pulled Xue Niang into his arms, and sighed softly.

"If possible, I would rather be the one accompanying my grandfather to the south. Staying here in Sui'an City is really frustrating."

"Didn't my grandfather say that I have to keep you here to temper your temper? Otherwise, how will you be able to support your family?"

Guo Silang had nothing to say, he just hugged Xue Niang tightly. The couple had a rare intimacy, but unfortunately there was no peace outside.

After a while, Guo Silang finally spoke.

"By the way, I remember that when Sixth Brother left, he left someone to send messages to Sixth Sister-in-law, right?"

"What's wrong?"

"I have something to say to Brother Six, but this news must not fall into the hands of others."

Xue Niang didn't know much about Liu Xun's situation, but she thought that the person who could make Sixth Brother stay was definitely trustworthy, so she had no doubts.

"Are you anxious? You just got promoted and rushed to the General's Mansion today. I'm afraid it's a bit eye-catching. How about waiting for Uncle Du's birthday in two days?"

"Well, it's up to you."

Xue Niang smiled, then took Guo Silang's hand and said.

"Now that things have come to this, all we can do is live a comfortable life. Otherwise, it will be our fault if grandfather and his family worry in Jinling City."

Guo Silang knew this, but he was holding his breath.

"Xing Zhao is so busy now, otherwise he can come to our house to have a meal and drink a few glasses of wine to calm down."

"There are more than a dozen people who want to invite cousin Xing to drink now. Let's not join in the fun. Let's wait until the people in the main house of the Xing family move to Sui'an City and settle down, then we can talk about it."

The Xing family is aiming for the position of Prime Minister Guo.

Although the people outside don't know, there is already a rumor in the court, so Concubine Xing and the Seventh Prince are also rising in the harem. I just don't know if the Xing family can handle such a blessing.

They are thinking about the Xing family here, and the people of the Xing family also care about the Guo family.

Jinling City, Guo Mansion

Madam Xing and several wives of the Gu family came to visit the two elders and brought a lot of things.

"Grandfather Guo, please don't be polite to us when you come to Jinling City. If you have anything to say, send someone to greet him. If nothing else, you should prepare two more tables for the dinner. We are all here to join in the fun!"