After stepping into the big tent, Ma Xiangnan looked a little embarrassed. He clasped his fists and bowed to Cheng Wuben: "Shuai Cheng, I heard that you are about to set off and return to China. I came here specially today to see you off."

Cheng Wuben smiled and returned a bow. In the past, Ma Xiangnan was an official of Chu State, and his position was far from Cheng Wuben. He naturally did not need to return the bow when he gave Cheng Wuben. But now, Ma Xiangnan has been confirmed to leave Chu State and officially join the Ming Empire, and will become a county guard of the Ming Empire. He is highly valued by Qin Feng, and will definitely be able to occupy a place in the central court in the future. Then his identity will naturally be very different, so he must return the bow.

"Thank you, Lord Ma. I heard that you are so busy that you have been very busy these days, and you have taken time to see me off. I am so grateful."

Ma Xiangnan looked ashamed, "Shuai Cheng, I feel so ashamed to say this. I'm sorry!"

Cheng Wuben laughed and made a gesture to ask for a seat, and sat down himself: "From the perspective of the country, of course I am unhappy. You are a talent. If Chu loses you, it will be a big loss. But from your personal perspective, such a choice is understandable. Ma Xiang is the chief assistant. If you return to the country, even if you make contributions to the country, you can only go to a noble but have nothing to do to be offered. I am afraid that this will make you feel uncomfortable. You are an ambitious person and want to do something. Then the Ming Dynasty is indeed a good place to show your ambitions. Everything is in trouble. People like you are even more talented by Qin Feng."

Ma Xiangnan sighed: "Shishuai Cheng is half right. I really don't want to go back to China and live a life of scattered life to die."

"What is that other half?" Cheng Wuben said.

"The other half is that this place can make me breathe happily and do things happily." Ma Xiangnan said: "And in Chu State, I am like a fish that goes ashore. No matter how big my mouth is, no matter how strong I breathe, I still feel suffocating. It's too difficult to do something."

This answer was a bit unexpected, but all three of them were silent in the tent, because they all had this feeling.

"Sir Ma, what are you busy with these days? No matter what, we are old friends. Although Cheng Shuai and I are leaving, Yanzi is still here. If you need help, please greet me! You don't have to be polite." Seeing the atmosphere getting dull, Jiang Tao broke the deadlock and said half-jokingly.

"No need, no need, no need!" Ma Xiangnan waved his hands, "These days, I am mainly discussing some commercial matters with Miss Wang. The three of them also know that Changyang County is poor, and has been the most poisoned by the war in recent years. Not to mention development, even if it is just restored to the level before the war, it is extremely difficult. Miss Wang is not recognized as the God of Wealth? Of course, I have to hold her tightly. I have been discussing these matters with her these days. Miss Wang is also very enthusiastic, giving me a lot of ideas and introducing many people. It can be said that she has gained a lot."

"I heard that Wang Yueyao will serve as the chief officer of a commercial office and is directly under the jurisdiction of the emperor. Qin Feng is really a weirdo. He actually made a woman stand openly in the court and hold a high position. I can hear that business such as salt and iron that involves the lifeline of the court's economy are all under the jurisdiction of this commercial office." Jiang Tao shook his head repeatedly. He was a literati general, and he really could not accept such a rebellious behavior.

"It's not that Qin Feng is directly under the jurisdiction of the emperor for the sake of convenience in the future. So wouldn't it be that he would use it if he wants to?" Jiang Shangyan laughed.

Cheng Wuben shook his head, "Wang Yueyao is a strange woman. In the past four years, it can be said that she has supported the Taiping Army and the army. This person's business ability is amazing. Moreover, Qin Feng is definitely not the kind of person who wants to enjoy it. You also know that after entering the Yue Kingdom Palace, the first thing he did was to cut off half of the palace maids and eunuchs. I heard that they had to continue cutting. The reason was that the family of four did not need so many people to serve, and all the kabuki and musicians were dismissed."

"There are also things you don't know!" Ma Xiangnan smiled and said, "Just today, tens of millions of taels of gold and silver were transferred from the inner treasury to the treasury. These were all obtained by the Wu family before. The inner treasury is much richer than the treasury, which is also a strange thing. General Qin left only a fraction, and the rest were transferred to the treasury."

The inner treasury is the emperor's personal wealth. When he heard that Qin Feng had no regrets, he used tens of millions of taels of gold and silver. Jiang Tao and Jiang Shangyan both widened their eyes and were amazed.

"Qin Feng is not interested in sex or is not greedy for money. You can imagine what such a person wants?" Cheng Wuben sighed: "Whether Qi State or our Great Chu State have worked together to raise this big tiger. I hope we can get what we want in the end."

Ma Xiangnan pondered for a moment, and said in full the words that Qin Feng said when the court discussed the country's name a few days ago: "Ship Cheng, I think this is what General Qin wants."

Cheng Wuben was silent for a moment, and finally shook his head, "Xiangnan, when we parted, I don't know if we have any chance to see each other again. From now on, we are more than a thousand miles apart. In recent years, we have worked together, which is very pleasant. To be honest, your elder brother Ma Xiangdong is too slick, and he has no political views. Everything is based on catering to the emperor. I don't like him very much. Unfortunately, we have no chance to work together again. Stay here today and let's have a good drink. It can be regarded as a perfect end to the cooperation in recent years."

"I will definitely get drunk with Cheng Shuai." Ma Xiangnan said: "Shuai Cheng, I'm frank, although you have many power and skills, you are not smooth enough. This time the emperor appointed you to warn Luo Liang, not really wanting to use you. His Majesty the Emperor is stubborn and he will never really reuse you, because that is a slap in the face. In the future, you should welcome more Emperors and Majesty to avoid being punished in the future."

Jiang Shangyan sneered on the side: "Mr. Ma, this is a private matter of our Great Chu. You are a minister of the Ming Dynasty, so you don't have to say too much here. You are alienating the relationship between the king and the ministers of our Great Chu!"

"Swallow!" Jiang Tao shouted, "What do you know? Lord Ma is really thinking about Cheng Shuai. He will say this only when he regards Cheng Shuai as a real friend. If someone else is a person, he will not say a word. Regardless of Qi Qin, they all wish Cheng Shuai would fall soon, and only Lord Ma would make Cheng Shuai calm down. Cheng Shuai, I mean that too. Since His Majesty’s opinions cannot be changed, we can only follow his wishes and work hard to do things well. In this situation, Da Chu is already in a difficult position. After you take over the Ministry of War, it is best to actively prepare for war and try your best to mobilize the war potential of our Da Chu, rather than sing a counter-tune with His Majesty the Emperor."

"I'll try my best!" Cheng Wuben smiled bitterly and sighed to the sky. At this time, his old look was revealed.

"Swallow, go prepare the banquet. I will give you a few more drinks to Mr. Ma today!" Jiang Tao shouted.

"I understand!" Jiang Shangyan stood up and walked out of the big tent.

Jiang Tao stood up and bowed to Ma Xiangnan Zheng Erzhi's fist. Ma Xiangnan was stunned and moved aside: "General Jiang, what is this for?"

"Sir Ma, my family is just a straight guy, don't be surprised." Jiang Tao said, "He is not interested."

Ma Xiangnan smiled and said, "I have worked with General Yan Jiang for several years, why don't I know his temper? Actually, I like his temper very much."

"Master Ma, Jiang Shangyan and Baoqing Camp will stay here. If I don't tell you, you will understand the reason." Jiang Tao said: "One day in the future, if something really happened to Chu Ming, please be sure to protect them and not let them die in a foreign country."

Ma Xiangnan took a deep breath: "General Jiang, I can only say, I will do my best. Within the law and in the human relationship."

"That's enough with you." Jiang Tao bowed his fists and bowed again. "Izumo County, who is Qin Feng going to send to station?"

"I really don't know this." Ma Xiangnan shook his head.

"Can they let them return to Baoqing after Baoqing camp stay? You are the governor of Changyang County, and you should have a say in this matter!" Jiang Tao asked with a hope of intent.

Ma Xiangnan shook his head: "I'm afraid it's not convenient for me to speak about this matter, and I think it's impossible for Baoqing Camp to return to Baoqing. You also know that the State of Chu sent thousands of craftsmen here this time, and these people must go to Baoqing Shipyard. I think according to common sense, Baoqing Camp will definitely not be able to go back."

"I understand!" Jiang Tao stopped talking. "After all that is said, we are the only one who has left to drink. Lord Ma, let us work together for the eternal peace of Mingchu!"

Ma Xiangnan smiled slightly: "I hope so!"

In the study in the palace, Qin Feng was smiling at Huo Guang. Huo Guang was a little embarrassed by his eyes: "Your Majesty, why are you looking at me like this?"

"Brother Huo, I want to invite you to be the Minister of War." Qin Feng said lightly.

"What?" Huo Guang widened his eyes, "Your Majesty, you are sure you are not kidding me? Huo Guang has never been an official in his life, and the only one who has commanded is the gang of jianghu guests in Jiying Palace."

"Brother Huo, the Ministry of War is crucial to us, but now, I don't have a more suitable candidate. I can't just share it myself, right? The emperor serves as the Minister of War, which is not a good idea!"

Huo Guang blinked his eyes and finally understood for a while: "I understand. Originally, His Majesty just wanted me to go to the Ministry of War to be a clay Buddha."

"The key is that you can stand up." Qin Feng smiled. "All the generals of the Taiping Army are convinced of you."

Huo Guang laughed loudly: "Your Majesty, you have to make it clear first. When you find a suitable candidate, I have to step down immediately. You know, I don't want to be here. Even if I go to be a clay Buddha, I have to go to the court every day. It's a lot of time to go to court! He Rentu didn't go to talk about him. Now Yinggu has left me a few streets. I want to stop working hard to catch up. I feel embarrassed to be friends with them in the future!"
Chapter completed!