Chapter 15: Liu Kutou

couldn't enter Cai State. This was truly unbearable. Now that Ye Youxiao had spoken, it finally relieved them.Looking at the relaxed expressions of the mother and daughter, Ye Youxiao delved further...Having heard that the Shatuo soldiers outside Bianzhou City had withdrawn, Zhang Hui still felt a bit proud. After all, as a woman, she had only used her intelligence to quell such a great war, allowing countless men to preserve their lives.

If saving one life is equal to building a seven-tiered pagoda, then the pagoda built by oneself would have 9,999 tiers, wouldn't it

Elated, she had her maidservant Liu Xu accompany her as she personally climbed onto Cao Gate and gazed far into the distance at the former Shatuo army camp. Now, there were only hundreds of new graves left. A cold wind blew, bringing a desolate and forlorn atmosphere. 。Zhang Hui suddenly felt that life was not so complicated: after a person achieved success, he would suddenly fall into the trough of life. 。

Days of triumph are often indistinguishable from days of failure. While they say that failure is the mother of success, isn't success also born from taking that first step into failure

The profound mystery here lies in the cyclical nature of the Way of Heaven. How many ordinary people in this world can truly see through it Reflecting on this, I let myself be carried down the city by willow fluff. 。Li Hanzhi was also a general from Hedong. 。The other person was thin but incredibly strong, especially skilled at climbing. Their legs seemed to have inexhaustible energy; when they ran, scaling mountains and crossing ridges felt like walking on flat ground. They moved like a fierce leopard. 。It is said that even Orion couldn't outrun him. 。Li Han was quite popular, and his drinking capacity was even better. After a round of drinks, all the generals from Hedong were drunk and staggering. 。Only Zhou Dewei didn't drink. 。It's not that he dislikes things in his drink, but the Emperor once told him that drinking can lead to trouble. 。Although the king himself often drinks and gets into trouble 。But perhaps there have been too many personal experiences, Your Majesty's admonitions to others are truly heartfelt. 。Zhou Dewei was deeply moved and from then on, he never drank alcohol again. 。Li Hanzhi did not get drunk. He led a man forward to greet the king. 。Li Ke used his drunken eyes to look at the man that Li Hanzhi had brought: over five feet tall, with withered eyebrows, but lively eyes, a black beard of three strands below his jaw, and little flesh on his neck. The whole person looked sharp and strong, very agile. 。For some reason, Li Ke used felt a chill run down his spine. The feeling was so intense that it lessened his drunkenness by six or seven points. 。

Li Ke asked coldly, "Han Zhi, what kind of person have you brought"

Li Han Zhi winked at the man: "Come on, say it quickly, Shi Xiang asked you..." 。The man hastily knelt down and replied, "Reporting to Lord Xiang, my name is Liu An, with the courtesy name Ren Gong." 。Li Hanzhi hurriedly introduced: “Your Majesty, this Liu Rengong is best at digging tunnels. He once dug a tunnel to break through Yizhou City, so he was nicknamed Liu Kutu.” 。Li Kuang couldn't help but laugh, got up and bent down to touch Liu Rengong's head. This man kneeling on the ground actually raised his head like a cat, making it convenient for Li Kuang to touch his head. 。The man's unusually submissive and servile demeanor made Li Ke let down his guard, smiling as he returned to the armchair: "Pants... Liu Koutou, haha, interesting" 。"I also call you Liu Kutou, how is it"

Liu Rengong was quite perceptive and hurriedly smiled in response: "This humble servant originally had this nickname. As for the title, it all depends on your Majesty's liking or disliking." 。“Li Ke laughed loudly: “Liu Koutou, hahaha, Liu Koutou,” 。Well then, you may as well keep yourself safe. This king is in a good mood today, so I shall hear your story. 。At this time, Zhou Dewi also came over. He took a close look at Liu Rengong and couldn't help but frown. 。 。Liu Ren Gong stood up and was still respectful: "Your Majesty is insightful, the small one is from Youzhou, and he should not offend Li Kuangchou..."Li Ke used glanced at Zhou Dewei: "Is he from the Lu Long Army"Zhou Dewei replied: "It's likely him..." 。Liu Rengong glanced at Zhou Dewei and continued, “Your Majesty is wise. What I said is about him.” 。This person first drove away his elder brother, Li Kuangwei, and declared himself the Jiedushi of Lulong. However, he was arrogant and domineering, constantly waging war. 。With resentment burning in his heart, he rallied the youths of Weizhou and sought to secure fairness for the aged General Li Kuangwei. 。Helpless against the overwhelming numbers, I was chased by Li Kuang's troops and fled for a thousand miles to He Yang. The General pitied my plight and promised to recommend me to the king. However, I worry about not having any proper etiquette for an audience. 。The Great General said that Your Majesty is a man of great benevolence and righteousness, who has always disregarded those worldly conventions. Therefore, this lowly subject dared to approach without prior notice. I hope Your Majesty will forgive my transgression. 。“Li Kuang addressed Li Han and Zhou Dewi earnestly: “Liu Koutou's advantage lies in the word 'yi'! I, personally, most hate those who are blinded by profit and forget righteousness! I most admire those who sacrifice themselves for righteousness!” Li Han and Zhou Dewi hurriedly answered together: “Your subordinates will keep your teachings in mind!”Li Kuang looked at Liu Ren Gong and said: “Liu Koutou, you have not forgotten your lord, standing up bravely and rising up for the people is exactly what I admire about a righteous man!” Liu Rengong wore a smile on his face: “Ah ah, Your Majesty exaggerates, the villain does not dare to accept such praise.” 。The little man had an unkind request, which was to..."

Li Ke frowned: "Speak plainly!"

Liu Rengong hurriedly clasped his hands and bowed: "The little man thought day and night, that is, to avenge the former master. I heard that the king's army is brave and strong, sweeping away Huang Chao like a gust of wind sweeping fallen leaves. The little man is truly in awe>>> 。Li Ke understood his intentions. On one hand, he felt that Liu Ren Gong was a man of integrity; on the other hand, there had always been a feud between the Luolong Army and Hedong. Furthermore, Liu Ren Gong's words were pleasant to hear. He immediately said with emotion, "Haozhi, you prepare a set of fine clothes for Liu Rengong and let him recuperate for a few days..." 。Upon returning to Hedong, I will lend him a contingent of troops to attack Li Kuang's forces and see if he has any luck. 。Liu Rengong was overjoyed and kowtowed repeatedly: "Your Majesty is truly benevolent and righteous! Liu Rengong is fortunate to have met such a wise ruler in this life." 。Ye Youxiao, who fled to Cai State, naturally didn't know that his cheap father was already drifting away from him. 。Along the way, they walked all day and stayed overnight. Ye Hou-sheng even fed the mule hay in the evening. Ye You-xiao, because he had just called someone his godfather, just ate and slept all day long. 。That's how it is, he's exhausted. 。Today was another morning when Ye Youxiao set out at the beginning of the fourth hour. The bumpy mule cart jolted him awake, but he couldn't sleep despite his tiredness. He could only stare blankly at the stars on the horizon. 。After following the Ye family for a few days, by asking around and listening carefully, he had learned that it was the chaotic end of the Tang dynasty. He felt depressed all of a sudden. 。If time travel is inevitable, why not travel to the prosperous Tang Dynasty Perhaps even during the reign of Emperor Taizong or Emperor Xuanzong That was a golden age of peace and prosperity, when all nations paid tribute to the Tang court and music and dance flourished. 。If I could still travel back in time, to even a prince's household, or perhaps the home of a wealthy merchant from Yangzhou, that would be amazing! It wouldn't be a waste of a trip. 。Unfortunately, I arrived during the Tang Dynasty. Vaguely, I remember reading a book that said after the Tang Dynasty ended, there were several small dynasties before the Song Dynasty. 。The most distinctive feature is the arrogance of warriors, while scholars are all subdued. 。It's such a misfortune to be born in such a perilous time. Will I be caught by those warlords and forced into military serviceEven if the social background is like this, my adoptive father, Ye Hou Sheng, turns out to be nothing but a clown. He used to go around making jokes and puns... 。No wonder he is of limited height. 。Tall and imposing, he looks like a righteous hero; there's no way he could play a clown!

Further investigation reveals that the Ye family actually has some connection to the palace.

Originally, theatrical performances hadn't yet become a formal profession. Those who made a living through performing were called "actors". 。This was also due to Emperor Xuanzong of Tang's love for opera. Not only did he perform himself, but he also established a special institution called "Liyuan." As a result, actors in the imperial palace became a common pastime for the nobility. 。Many high-ranking officials would raise a group of court entertainers to provide entertainment. 。To put it nicely, they're private entertainers; to be direct, they're like people who raise fighting cocks and crickets, aren't they You need to raise those fighting cocks and crickets, don't you By the way, there's a word called "raise," though it sounds unpleasant, it's actually true. 。The Ye family were the private performers belonging to Lady Ye, the favorite concubine of Emperor Xizong. 。Ye Ma sang some little tunes, of course all Tang poems, and she also played the flute and some string instruments to create an atmosphere; Ye Hou Sheng, as the "protagonist," specialized in jokes and witty banter, known back then as "nong-cānjūn." But because he was short, even when dressed as a woman for "nong-jiǎ furen," he was incredibly convincing, making everyone laugh. 。He carried all the comedic burdens for the entire performance, earning the most reward money. Truly deserving of being the pillar of the Ye family. 。ght up in that strange dream, even developing a glimmer of hope: what if Xu'er was really still aliveHe immediately understood the absurdity of his own thoughts: if Xu'er had met with misfortune, that...