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Chapter 52: Inviting Guests

The twenty-four generals of Anxi were granted a title in Hanyuan Hall, which caused a sensation in Chang'an. Teahouses and restaurants were talking about this matter and their achievements. In particular, the names of Li Siye and Li Qing and Andi spread throughout the city. One of them was brave in swordsmanship and the other was unparalleled in archery skills, and they were known as the twin tigers of Anxi.

The Anxi Army returned with a full load, and everyone had a reward. Even He Yanming was named the magistrate, with a reward of 300 taels of silver. But the happiest thing was Han Jinping. He was different from others' rewards. He was pardoned for the crime of exile. Because he was fame and fortune, Li Longji pleaded with his scholar's army and was appointed as the magistrate of Dantu County, with a reward of 300 taels of silver, allowing him to return home in glory.

But unfortunately, Anxi Jinzouyuan was burned and it took some time to build it, so everyone had to find another place to live. However, Li Linfu had already arranged it for them and moved into an empty house also located in Chongrenfang. This was originally a different house of Wu Sansi, covering an area of ​​nearly 100 acres and there were more than a dozen courtyards of all sizes. But what satisfied Anxi Army the most was that there was a polo court next to it, which could be used to practice football for them.

However, today everyone's mind is no longer on polo, and they go out to do their own business. Li Siye was invited by Jinwu Guard to teach Modao's sword technique. Duan Xiushi and Bai Yuanguang made an appointment to buy a house. Li Fei Yuanli had enough waist bags, so he naturally became addicted to the gentle land of brothels.

Li Qing'an took He Yanming and Han Jinping to a restaurant in East City. Han Jinping was about to return home the day after tomorrow, and Li Qing'an wanted to practice it for him.

"General, I will toast you this glass of wine. If it weren't for you, Han Jinping, I, still in the fortress, wouldn't I have been here today?"

Han Jinping picked up a glass of wine and toasted Li Qing'an. Li Qing'an raised his glass and drank it all, and smiled and said, "I thought you would be named a civilian officer of the Anxi Army, but I didn't expect you to be re-appointed as the magistrate of Dantu County. Lao Han, your fate is really wonderful!"

He Yanming next to him asked curiously: "Old Han, how far is Dantu County from your hometown?"

"It's not far away, only more than a hundred miles, and it's only a day to ride a horse. Xiao He, do you want to go and have a look with me?"

"I want to go..." He Yanming glanced at Li Qing'an, the key point was whether this person was accurate or not.

Li Qingan reached out and sucked him on the scalp, and cursed with a smile: "You kid, don't dream, stay in Chang'an honestly."

When the young women at the next table saw that He Yanming was beaten to the point of being beaten, they couldn't help but burst out laughing. He Yanming lost face, touched the back of his head, and muttered in a low voice: "If you don't know, you won't know. Why do you have to do it? After all, I am also a lieutenant."

"Oh! I forgot, you are General He now. General He, do you want me to salute you again?" Li Qing'an said with a smile.

If Li Qing'an angrily scolded, He Yanming was not afraid, but Li Qing'an's smile-like expression made him feel distressed. He did not dare to look into Li Qing'an's eyes and whispered: "What General He, it sounds like calling someone else, but calling Xiao He makes people feel at ease."

"Hmph! You also know what peace of mind means. I will say to you in the end. No matter what official you are promoted or how much reward you receive, you should still treat yourself as a team leader."

Han Jinping also patted He Yanming's arm and advised: "Xiao He, General is for your own good. You are only nineteen years old today. You have only been in the army for three years. You have become a lieutenant. Think about it, how many people will be jealous, and you have no father, brother, uncle, and you are senior officials in the army. You are all relying on the general to protect you. If you are ungrateful and arrogant, you may lose your post tomorrow."

He Yanming lowered his head and did not dare to say anything. Li Qing'an glanced at him and said calmly: "We will practice football starting tomorrow. Your task is to take people elsewhere to inquire about the truth and reality of the opponent. Do you know?"

"I see."

Li Qing'an nodded, then raised his glass to Han Jinping and said, "Old Han, I wish you peace and reunite with your wife and children as soon as possible. I hope we will see you again in the future."

Han Jinping also raised his wine glass and said, "I also wish the general to be promoted step by step and become the lord of Anxi as soon as possible."



















After drinking, Han Jinping went to the Ministry of Personnel to handle the procedures, and Li Qing'an took He Yanming back to his residence. As soon as they arrived at the gate, the doorman whispered: "General Li, someone is looking for you, and I have been waiting for you for a long time."

I saw a middle-aged man dressed as a housekeeper standing on the steps. He smiled and ran down and bowed, "May I ask, are you General Li Qing'an?"

Li Qing'an had never seen this person before, so he nodded and smiled, "I am Li Qing'an, I don't know if you are..."

"I am the housekeeper of General Dugu's mansion in Qianniuwei. My master admires General Li's reputation and ordered me to send an invitation to ask General Li to enjoy it."

As he said that, he respectfully handed the post to Li Qing'an. Li Qing'an took the post and looked at it. It was Dugu Shi, the general of Qianniu Guwei, who invited him to the mansion tonight to attend a banquet. Li Qing'an couldn't help but frown. The Dugu family has been a nobleman of the Tang Dynasty for more than a hundred years and has a prominent position. Although he was named the General of the Qianniu Guwei today, this is just an official title. In fact, it has nothing to do with Qianniu Guwei. What did he treat himself to dinner?

Although he was confused, Li Qing'an nodded and smiled: "Please tell General Dugu that I will visit you on time tonight."

"Okay, I'll go back, General Li must not forget."

The housekeeper gave a few instructions and said goodbye. Li Qingan returned to the room and was stunned for a while. He had never been to the wealthy families of the Tang Dynasty as passers-by. He knew nothing about the rules, but one thing was certain, he could not come to the door empty-handed.

But what should I buy? Li Qing'an is very rich now. Gao Lishi received a reward of 1,500 jin. Today he earned another 3,000 taels of silver and 500 pieces of silk. In the Tang Dynasty, he was a very wealthy man.

Li Qingan focused on his mind for a moment. It would be best if it was an Anxi-style thing, arah head, which was not good to hold and would scare the child.

The wine is a luminous cup of grape wine, and the wine seems to be a little incapable of making a move. The luminous cup, by the way! Jewelry in the Hezhong region is both expensive and a specialty from the Western Regions. It can be bought in Chang'an and given to Dugu Shi's wife and daughter.

Li Qingan dragged out the wooden box to withdraw money. At this time, he picked up a wooden box from the wooden box. This was the mysterious flame gem. He had been getting it for almost two years, and he still didn't know the background of this gem. Will anyone in Chang'an know? He happened to buy jewelry and ask someone who knew about it.

Li Qing'an took a few ingots of silver and rode his horse to the East Market. Although he had been to the East Market yesterday morning, he only did not enter at the door. Today, this is his first time entering this super market with a famous history.

Since the East City is close to the three major (Tai Chi Palace in the West, Daming Palace in the East, Xingqing Palace in the South), there are many royal nobles and dignitaries in the surrounding yards, so the goods operated in the market are mostly high-quality luxury goods to meet the needs of royal nobles and dignitaries.

The size of the East City is equivalent to one square kilometer in later generations. There are four major roads in the east, west, south and north. Several carriages can be arranged in parallel, with feathers of feathers gathered together. There are many shops in silk, satin, jewelry, jade, high-quality literary and artistic instruments, and other shops. In the middle are government agencies, which often close warehouses, city offices, and placing orders. Compared with the bustling and lively West City, the East City is a little deserted, but there are still gorgeously decorated carriages passing through the streets from time to time.

After inquiring, Li Qing'an came to the jewelry store gathering area in the northeast corner.















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(Tomorrow, Lao Gao will take his daughter to travel for two days before school starts. It will usually be updated normally. If there is any accident, it will be made up. Remember to vote!)
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