Cheng Cheng had two sons and a daughter. Cheng Yuan was the second legitimate son of Cheng Cheng and his wife.
Cheng Yuan's courtesy name was Gong Liao.
"What is he doing here?" Jiang Pengji frowned imperceptibly. Could it be that this second Langjun thought that she had cheated his old father, Cheng Cheng, and was rushing to settle the score with her? Thinking of this, she smiled dumbly. "Xiaoyu, go and test the other party's intentions first …"
Xu Ke smiled bitterly. He could only bite the bullet and do it.
As for why Jiang Pengji didn't show up?
Xu Ke had also found a ready-made excuse — his lord had rushed all the way back for Cheng Cheng. She was extremely tired and had fallen asleep as soon as she returned. The servants couldn't disturb her sleep, so he could only come forward to receive Cheng Yuan … It was a perfect excuse!
Not only could it save face for both sides, but it could also perfectly explain his lord's laziness and avoidance. It would also flatter Cheng Cheng at the same time.
Cheng Yuan had just passed his twenties. His face still looked a little tender and youthful, but the aura around him was quite peaceful. There was a kind of steadiness and calmness that didn't match his age. Xu Ke could be considered experienced and knowledgeable. Just by looking at Cheng Yuan's bearing, he felt that he was a loyal and sincere person.
After a further conversation, Xu Ke was even more certain of his guess.
Not only was Cheng Yuan not looking for Jiang Pengji to settle the score with her, but he was also there to recommend himself.
Yes, he was not wrong. He was indeed recommending himself!
Buy one get one free. He had abducted the old one (Cheng Cheng), and he had also gotten a young one (Cheng Yuan).
My lord, look at how much sin you have committed!
Knowing this, Xu Ke couldn't help but be secretly speechless.
Young man, isn't it good to be alive?
Do you know the consequences of recommending yourself?
The Wanzhou overtime team welcomes you. You work overtime every day, all year round. The benefits are deceptive, and the leaders are unreliable.
If the lord's brain was damaged one day, the workload would increase several times!
Of course, Xu Ke couldn't tell the truth.
If he scared him away, his lord and other colleagues would fight him to the death.
Cheng Yuan really didn't know the internal situation of Wanzhou, but he knew how heavy the burden his father had taken on was. If he was not careful, he would go down in history. As a child, how could Cheng Yuan bear to let his middle-aged father bear such a huge burden and risk?
As the son of Cheng Cheng, he was one of the people who knew Cheng Cheng best. He could understand his father's pursuit and ideals.
Therefore, Cheng Yuan did not stop him. Instead, he felt happy for his father.
While he was happy, he was also deeply worried. That was why he 'recommended himself' and took the initiative to seek shelter.
Jiang Pengji smiled when she heard what Xu Ke said.
"What an obedient and sensible filial son … You've met Cheng Yuan, what do you think of him?"
Xu Ke deliberated seriously and recalled the conversation with Cheng Yuan just now. "Cheng Gongliao is steady and careful. He has a pragmatic personality. He's a good candidate. As for how strong he was, it was hard to say. He would secretly test him later. I think Mr. Cheng's son won't be too bad. "
How could there be any reason to reject a labor force that was voluntarily delivered to the door?
Because of the rapid expansion of power, the military strength and development could not keep up with the pace. This caused the foundation to be shaken, which became Jiang Pengji's current hidden worry.
What she needed the most right now was someone like Cheng Yuan. He was calm and meticulous, and would not rashly stir up trouble.
Even if they didn't have amazing talents, as long as they worked hard and steadily, they would still become the mainstay of Wanzhou's power.
"In that case, I'll leave Cheng Gongliao to you for the time being." Jiang Pengji's voice was hoarse. "The rescue of the Emperor is imminent. I'll transfer 10,000 troops and take a few people with me. The official duties in Wanzhou will be heavy. Teach Cheng Gongliao first. When he gets used to it, you can throw things to him. "
Jiang Pengji was already short of people. If she took away part of her family's assets to rescue the Emperor, the base camp in Wanzhou would be even more short of people.
At that moment, bumping into Cheng Cheng and his son was like having a pillow when she was dozing off. Even Jiang Pengji couldn't help but applaud her luck.
"That's good. I guess I'll be a little more free."
Xu Ke smiled and teased. He wasn't the slightest bit unhappy about a newcomer stealing his job. In fact, he was happy to see it happen.
It wasn't that Xu Ke was careless, but Jiang Pengji had set a good example for everyone.
She wouldn't bury anyone's talent.
Although she was biased in private, she was very fair in official matters, and people were convinced.
Xu Ke didn't have to worry about Cheng Yuan threatening his position because there was no conflict of interest between the two.
If promoting Cheng Yuan could reduce his pressure and increase Wanzhou's strength, Xu Ke would do it even without Jiang Pengji's instructions.
"Yes, I've always been at ease when Xiaoyu does things."
With Xu Ke's help, she really didn't have to worry.
Look at other people's forces. There would always be some kind of friction within the group.
The atmosphere was not harmonious, and they held each other back.
To give a ready-made example, Yang Si's old boss, Prince Changshou, was a typical example.
On the surface, the internal situation was harmonious, but in private, the undercurrents were surging. You tripped me up, and I'll do the same to you. It was like a plot from the palace.
They mocked and ridiculed each other, pointing at the mulberry tree and scolding the locust tree. They fought fiercely.
Even on Jiang Pengji's side, they weren't considered a family. In fact, there were some discordant factors.
For example, Feng Zhen, who was a wanton and unrestrained man, didn't have a good relationship with Feng Jin, Xu Ke, and the others.
Even so, they wouldn't shift these conflicts to official matters.
First of all, they had brains and wouldn't let their personal interests get in the way of public affairs. They also supervised and restrained each other.
Second, Jiang Pengji wouldn't allow them to do so.
She wouldn't interfere with their private relationships.
But if anyone were to make trouble in official matters, did they think she was dead?
She would throw everyone into suitable positions to shine and make use of their labor force to her heart's content. She wouldn't let any talent go to waste.
Jiang Pengji's consistent creed was to do as much as one had the ability. She wouldn't send those who had high standards but little ability off.
Jiang Pengji hadn't made an accurate judgment on Cheng Yuan's position, so she let him practice and "practice" for a while before deciding.
When Cheng Yuan returned home, Cheng Cheng only knew what his son had done behind his back.
Son, you sold yourself just like that?
Cheng Cheng frowned. "Do you know why I've stopped you from becoming an official several times?"
He didn't like official strife, but it didn't mean that he liked to control his son's life. The reason why he didn't approve of Cheng Yuan becoming an official was because Cheng Cheng thought that his youngest son wasn't mature enough and wasn't capable enough. It wasn't easy for a person who wasn't capable to stand out, even if he came from a good family.
Cheng Yuan felt guilty. He lowered his head and fiddled with his sleeves, not saying a word.
Cheng Cheng shook his head. "Forget it. What's done can't be undone. Since Liu Lanting … the lord has accepted you, don't embarrass the Cheng family."
Cheng Yuan lowered his head and said, "Please guide me, father."
"Do more, talk less, don't be stubborn, ask for advice seriously, and learn with an open mind. Don't be fooled by the people around the lord. They're only three to five years older than you, but they're all dragons and phoenixes among men … There are benefits to being born into a humble background. At least their temperaments are more mature and stable than their peers … "Cheng Cheng thought of Xu Ke. Xu Ke had been Jiang Pengji's right-hand man for many years." Do you understand? "
Cheng Yuan nodded obediently.
Cheng Cheng was satisfied.
His youngest son had a good temperament. He wasn't as unruly and unruly as his eldest son.
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