Ouyang Shuo looked at Yang Guang with a smile that didn't seem like a smile, "Why should I help you?"
"Emperor Xia, if you help me get rid of the Crown Prince, I can gain a solid ally in the Sui Dynasty," Yang Guang promised.
Ouyang Shuo shook his head, "Not enough!"
In the foreseeable future, Yang Guang would not be able to make decisions for Great Sui.
Yang Guang also knew that an empty promise would not move the other party. It would not work on him either. He said, "What are your conditions? Why don't you tell me?"
"Straightforward!" Ouyang Shuo nodded. "I only want one person."
"Who?"
Ouyang Shuo said, "Come and protect my son."
Lai Hu 'er, who was named by Ouyang Shuo, was born in the Lai family of Xinye. His courtesy name was Chongshan. In his early years, he joined the Sui army and participated in the pacification of the Chen Dynasty as well as the rebellion in Jiangnan.
During the reign of Daye, he was promoted to the rank of Great General of the Right Imperial Guard and served as the Chief of the Army. He accompanied Goguryeo on three expeditions to quell Yang Xuangan's rebellion. Later, he followed Emperor Yang of Sui to inspect Jiangdu. He was promoted to the Great General of the Left Guard and was conferred the title of Duke Rongguo.
In 618 AD, there was a mutiny in Jiangdu. Emperor Yang of Sui was murdered, and Lai Hu 'er was killed along with him.
"This …"
Yang Guang was a little hesitant. Lai Hu 'er was considered one of the generals in the Great Sui Dynasty who was closest to him. Yang Guang was really reluctant to give him to Great Xia just like that.
Ouyang Shuo didn't rush him when he saw this, and he just drank his tea leisurely.
Seeing this, Yang Guang gritted his teeth and nodded, "Fine, I promise you. However, there is one thing that I would like to ask, Emperor Xia, how are you going to help me? "
Only then did Ouyang Shuo smiled faintly and said, "I can send a message to your esteemed dynasty to appoint Your Highness as the Trade Liaison Envoy, in charge of the trade relations between Great Sui and Great Xia."
When Yang Guang heard this, he was overjoyed. He couldn't help but praise the other party for being smart.
In terms of power, Yang Guang did not lose to the Crown Prince, Yang Yong. What he lacked was a legitimate reason to intervene in the court. Otherwise, he could only hide behind the scenes, which was extremely inconvenient.
With the identity of the "Trade Liaison Envoy", Yang Guang would be able to move from behind the scenes to the front, and even lead the diplomacy of the Great Sui, gradually infiltrating and influencing the imperial court.
Although the matter was simple, only Great Xia could help.
Ouyang Shuo leisurely glanced at Yang Guang and continued, "In Quanzhou, Great Xia still has some power. If Your Highness has any inconveniences, you can find them to do it for you."
Yang Guang heard this and his eyes brightened. Without hesitation, he cupped his fist and said, "Don't worry, Emperor Xia. General Lai Hu 'er will report to Shanhai City in a few days."
One could not blame Yang Guang for being excited. It was because the Crown Prince, Yang Yong, was in control of Great Sui's spy agency, which made Yang Guang very uncomfortable. If he had the help of Great Xia, the situation would naturally be different.
Ouyang Shuo smiled faintly.
Exposing the Mountain Ocean Guard's arrangements in Quanzhou was to help Yang Guang and also to protect the Mountain Ocean Guard. A few days ago, Shen Buhai had already reported to him that the Great Sui was investigating spies in Quanzhou.
It wouldn't be long before the spies of the Mountain Sea Guard would be exposed. Since that was the case, he might as well do Yang Guang a favor. Not only would he be able to protect these spies, but he would also be able to give Yang Guang the capital to go against the Crown Prince.
A Great Sui with internal strife was beneficial to Great Xia.
After the discussion was done, Yang Dadao took his leave.
On the 17th of August, Yang Guang returned to Quanzhou with the gift of free trade promised by Great Xia. He had successfully completed his mission. The next morning, Lai Hu 'er's family sought refuge in Great Xia.
Ouyang Shuo received the news and arranged for Hu 'er's family to be settled. At the same time, he received Lai Hu' er at the Martial Hall.
In the game, Lai Hu 'er was in his forties. He had a tall nose and a wide face. His beard complemented his tanned skin and bulged muscles. He had the demeanor of a second Zhang Fei.
Although Hu 'er looked rough, he cherished the soldiers under his command and was deeply loved by them.
[Name]: Lai Hu 'er (King Level)
[Dynasty]: Sui Dynasty
[Identity]: General of the Great Xia Dynasty
[Occupation]: High-level General
[Loyalty]: 70 points
[Commander]: 75 [Martial Power]: 87 [Intelligence]: 55 [Politics]: 60
[Specialty]: General (Increases troops' attack power by 30, increases marching speed by 25)
[Technique]: None
[Equipment]: Iron Spear
[Remarks]: Hu 'er keeps his promises, is honest with his friends, is incorruptible, and does not involve himself in property. As for the use of troops, he is especially scheming and good at pacifying his soldiers. He is very strict, and he is willing to risk his life.
"Greetings, Your Majesty!"
In the main hall, Lai Hu 'er bowed solemnly, but there was no hint of closeness in his tone.
It was no wonder that Lai Hu 'er was still in a daze when he suddenly switched from Great Sui to Great Xia. However, Lai Hu 'er kept his promises. Since Yang Guang had personally asked him, he had no choice but to obey.
Since he had already obeyed, he would not pretend to obey.
That was why Lai Hu 'er's loyalty was so high, reaching 70 points.
Ouyang Shuo smiled and said, "General, you may rise." After Lai Hu 'er stood up, he continued, "It is indeed not honorable to use such means to get you to come."
"…"
Although Lai Hu 'er did not speak, he was thinking, "It's good that you know."
Ouyang Shuo said, "A fine bird chooses a tree to nest in, and a virtuous official chooses a master to serve. The current Great Sui is not the Great Sui in history, but the current Great Xia is comparable to the Great Xia in history. "
"To tell you the truth, Great Sui and Great Xia are neighbors, and there will be a war in the future. Even if you don't think for yourself, you have to think for your children. Do you want them to suffer again? "
"…"
Lai Hu 'er was silent again, obviously touched.
Speaking of which, Lai Hu 'er had a total of 12 sons. During the Jiangdu rebellion, the eldest son, Lai Kai, the fifth son, Lai Hong, and the sixth son, Lai Zheng, were all killed along with Lai Hu' er, leaving behind only the two youngest sons, Lai Huan and Lai Ji.
Currently, the three brothers, Lai Kai, Lai Hong, and Lai Zheng, appeared in the wilderness with Lai Hu 'er.
As the saying goes, "A tiger father will not have a dog son." During the Jiangdu Mutiny, Lai Kai was the Independent Cavalry Officer and Chao San Daito; Lai Hong was the Guo Yi Officer and Jin Zi Guanglu Daito; Lai Cheng was the Wu Ben Officer and Right Guanglu Daito.
Ouyang Shuo continued, "When we reach Great Xia, you and your sons will be put in important positions. Fighting on the battlefield is better than staying in Quanzhou, like birds in a cage."
What else could Lai Hu 'er say? He cupped his fists and said, "Rest assured, Your Majesty, I have no other intentions."
At the same time, a system notification sounded in Ouyang Shuo's ears.
"System notification: Congratulations to player Not Saying You Have Nothing, you have successfully convinced Lai Hu 'er to submit to you, increasing Lai Hu' er's loyalty by 10 points. Congratulations player!"
Ouyang Shuo specifically asked for Lai Hu 'er to come. Firstly, Lai Hu' er was indeed capable, almost comparable to Shi Wansui. When Yang Su led the army to Jiangnan to quell Gao Zhizhi's rebellion, Lai Hu 'er and Shi Wansui were her left and right arms.
Secondly, Lai Hu 'er had two very promising sons, Lai Huan and Lai Ji. During the reign of Emperor Gaozong of Tang, the two brothers were Prime Ministers.
At that time, the two of them were only eight or nine years old. After their family suffered a disaster, they wandered around in danger. Lai Hu 'er was eager to learn. He was literate, good at conversing, and very knowledgeable about current affairs.
Among the two brothers, the youngest, Lai Ji, was the most extraordinary.
During the reign of Zhenguan, Lai Ji was appointed as a Scholar of the Secretariat, and later moved to the Secretariat of the Secretariat. Together with Linghu Defen, he wrote the Book of Jin. In the second year of Yong Hui, he became an assistant minister of the Secretariat of the Secretariat, and was also a scholar of the Hongwen Academy.
In the sixth year of Yong Hui, he became an official of the Secretariat and the Minister of Personnel. Because he opposed the deposition of Empress Wang, he was hated by Wu Zetian. His successor, Chu Suiliang, was demoted to Provincial Governor. In the second year of Longshuo, the Western Turks invaded and died in battle at the age of fifty-three.
Although Lai Ji was a civil official, he had the style of his father and did not disgrace his family.
Presumably, after the next battle, Lai Huan and Lai Ji would appear in the wilderness. With Lai Hu 'er around, Shanhai City would have two more civil officials, killing two birds with one stone.
… …
After sending off Lai Hu 'er, Ouyang Shuo summoned Du Ruhui.
Ouyang Shuo had asked Yang Guang for Lai Hu 'er not only because he valued his talent, but also because he wanted to find a candidate for the commander of the Fourth Imperial Guard Corps.
Lai Hu 'er's arrival just happened to complete the last link.
The next morning, the Imperial Court announced a series of appointments and removals.
The Anxi General, Long Live the Brave and Loyal Marquis Shi Wansui, was removed from the position of commander of the Second Dragon Stallion Army and promoted to the position of commander of the City Guard Corps.
The position of commander of the City Guard Corps, which had been vacant for so long, was finally being filled by a new leader.
Ouyang Shuo could be said to be extremely lenient toward a veteran general like Shi Wansui. For this reason, he had not hesitated to break the convention that the commander of an army had to be a Divine General and make an exception to promote Shi Wansui. This was truly an enormous honor.
This was also a way to express the attitude of the older generation of civil officials and generals of the dynasty. The Imperial Court would not forget the old officials who had blazed a path through thorns and thorns for the dynasty just because of the arrival of new people, so as to pacify the hearts of the people and the army.
The City Guard Corps guarded the Royal City, and Shi Wansui was bestowed the title of Stabilizing General.
Lai Hu 'er was appointed the commander of the Second Dragon Stallion Army Corps and given the rank of Might General. Lai Hu 'er's three sons, Lai Kai, Lai Hong, and Lai Zheng, were all transferred to the Dragon Stallion Army as brigade commanders or division commanders.
The Lai Clan, which had just defected to the Grand Xia, had used this method to step onto the stage of history. Such a favor completely erased all of Lai Hu 'er's doubts. That afternoon, he brought his three sons to the palace to express his gratitude.
The Lai Clan had officially taken root in the Grand Xia.
The East Minister General, E Lai, was removed from his position as commander of the First Legion of the City Guard Corps and transferred to the Fourth Legion of the Imperial Guard Corps. He was also given the rank of Martial Guard General.
Both the East Minister General and the Martial Guard General were third-rank generals, but the difference was that the Martial Guard General only belonged to the Imperial Guard. Now that E Lai had been transferred to the Imperial Guard, his title of general had also been changed.
With Wu Lai's bravery and outstanding achievements, as well as Wu Lai's prestige in the army, there would be no objections from the army when Wu Lai was transferred to the position of Commander of the Imperial Guards.
Ma Chao, Lu Bu, and E Lai were some of the best generals of the Grand Xia army, and almost all of them were in the Imperial Guard. This was why the Imperial Guard was worthy of being called the trump card army.
As for the position of commander of the First Legion of the City Guard Corps that E Lai had resigned from, it was customary for the newly appointed Commander of the City Guard Corps, Shi Wansui, to assume the position.
Vice Commander Zhao Sihu was an old subordinate of Shi Wansui, so there would be no obstacles in their cooperation.
Thus, the matter of the Imperial Guard Corps Commander, which Ouyang Shuo had been worried about, was finally resolved. The only ones who had some regrets were probably Cao Chun, Xiahou Yuan, and the other two generals of the three kingdoms.
Fortunately, they would have more opportunities in the future.
With E Lai's appointment, the war between the Grand Xia and Swordsman City was not far off.
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