Chapter 345: Get Out of the House
This question can be described as tricky and vicious. After hearing this, Dugu Xin's brows furrowed even deeper and he remained silent for a long time.
Obviously, he felt that the situation raised by Li Tai was possible, and he really had no better way to deal with it.
After being silent for a while, Dugu Xincai said again: "Nowadays, the country's situation is difficult and gangsters are rampant. Therefore, all those who are loyal, brave and determined will take it as their own responsibility to revive the great unification. How can we be suspicious of each other before the big things are solved? , to prevent people from studying! If there are really evil passions that cannot be tolerated, I will resign myself and will never be greedy for power and cause trouble in the country!"
These words can be described as profound and touching, but they are also completely insincere. If Dugu Xin could really tolerate each other and serve the country so peacefully, why would he hurriedly summon him to see him because of Li Xian's incident?
But seeing through but not telling off is also the most basic tacit understanding and etiquette in adults' daily communication. Li Tai would not carefully tell Dugu Xin that he was deceiving himself and others. He just sighed and said: "If you want to get rid of the bandits in the country, all you need is the leader, but If there is no thief in my heart, it is difficult to prove it. On the eve of the war, I should not say such things to disturb my husband's mind, but the worries in my heart are unknowingly revealed in my words and deeds. "
"So you took the initiative to attract Li Xianhe nearby just to set up your eyes and ears to prove my innocence?"
After hearing this, Dugu Xin frowned and said, obviously he could not accept such an explanation. He was indeed a little worried that various slanders would be raised against him in the country, but there was no need to take the initiative to put other people's minions and sharp knives into his heart. . If he really wanted to do this, he might as well just support the bandits and respect himself!
Of course, Li Tai's logic was not that simple. After hearing this, he shook his head and continued to say seriously: "My father-in-law is well-deserved for his current position, and there is no doubt about it. If there is someone in the country who is slandered because of his merits, It is difficult for the wise to deceive and the benevolent to despise evil opinions. Why do we need to prove ourselves? There are public opinions about right and wrong, and there are rules for punishment and reward. If evil words can confuse the public, then the world will be in ruins!"
When Dugu Xin heard this, he nodded subconsciously, but he soon came to his senses. You have said both right and wrong about feelings, so do I want to prove it or not, to be innocent or not?
Looking at Dugu Xin's speechless expression, Li Tai felt happy again. It's not like you were guilty of being a thief and were eager to explain. If you hadn't imagined this possibility in your heart, you should have just spat back when I just said it. Okay, why do you need to explain it seriously?
"Yu Wenzhonghe took the city and rebelled, but all the rebels and relatives were separated. Although Guazhou will be in chaos later, there will definitely be riots in the near future. Although this harassment from all sides is difficult to cause serious trouble because my father-in-law is stationed in Longbian and his prestige frightens the masses. But it is also clear that people near and far are tired of chaos and want peace, and are unwilling to follow thieves.”
Li Tai spoke again. Putting aside his compliments to Duguxin, the lack of public opinion foundation was also one of the reasons why the riots in these two states were difficult to expand. No matter how aggressive and aggressive the people in Longyou were, after so many years, their hearts were filled with confusion. The evil fire is also mostly consumed.
Duguxin has been in Longyou for many years, and he is deeply touched by the changes in people's public opinion. After hearing this, he nodded: "Yes, the people here have been in chaos for many years, and they think more about peace and happiness. Anyone who is in trouble will disobey the king and father." , betraying the people, is destined to be short-lived..."
He was originally answering Li Tai's question, but when he came to this point, he was stunned for a moment, and then he secretly sighed and said that although these words are commenting on others, are they not admonishing himself?
In the final analysis, no matter who wants to segregate Longyou and Hexi in any way, it will be very difficult. Of course, the local wealthy families cannot do it, but minister Fang Mu appointed by the imperial court and the overlord like him has even slimmer hope!
Guanlong is originally one. The reason why Longyou was able to form its own order in the past was because the order in Guanzhong had completely collapsed and completely lost its ability to attract people from Longyou.
Although the current situation is not great, the Western Wei Dynasty has passed the most difficult period, and the personnel exchanges and interactions between Longyou and Guanzhong have become closer again.
This was originally a trend that Duguxin had promoted and witnessed for many years in the town. He was a bit obsessed with the authorities before, but after Li Tai reminded him, he realized that the focus at the moment was not whether he had the desire to be autocratic or not. , but this possibility simply does not exist.
Seeing Dugu Xin's silence, Li Tai sighed secretly in his heart. It is very difficult for a person to recognize and face the reality he does not want to see.
However, the development of things will not stagnate because people turn a blind eye or are unwilling to admit it. Rather than being forced by a crueler reality to admit and accept a worse situation, it is better to prepare early and take the initiative to seek an acceptable one. situation.
"Li Xianhe is talented and loyal at the same time. Whether in court or in opposition, he has accumulated considerable achievements and reputation. As the saying goes, those who are good at riding must envy famous horses, and those who govern well must reward their talents. Such talents will be used I really don’t know any reason to refuse!”
When Dugu Xin heard this, his eyebrows suddenly jumped, and his face showed a look of hesitation, because he knew that Li Tai was by no means a pedantic and dull person, so he continued to listen patiently.
"The people of Xizhou are open-minded and have many generous people. There is no shortage of righteous people such as Li Xianhe who do not want to be trapped in the countryside all their lives. Nowadays, everything in the country is waiting for work and talents are frequently in short supply, but righteous people in the countryside are inevitably trapped. There is no way to offer sacrifices, and there is no communication between them. My father-in-law is here to guard the land and herdsmen, and it is his duty to recruit talents for the country. If all the talented people in Xizhou come out of my father-in-law's family and are able to enter the country, the reputation of the master will be achieved. Well deserved!"
When Li Tai spoke up to this point, his tone couldn't help but be a little high-pitched, making his words even more passionate and contagious.
Duguxin was wary of Li Xian, which seemed a bit redundant to Li Tai. It is true that the Gaoping Li family is powerful, but in every aspect, today's Li Xian is still more than one level lower than Dugu Xin, and there is really no close competition between them.
Therefore, it is of little significance for Dugu Xin to guard against death and not allow Li Xian to penetrate Longyou's influence. What he really needs to be concerned about and be prepared for is Yuwentai's overall personnel control and arrangements for Longyou and Hexi after the Liangzhou battle is over, in order to strive for greater benefits and reduce possible losses.
Today, it is difficult for Longyou to form a military separatist regime to confront Guanzhong. Moreover, as long as Duguxin dares to make the slightest attempt, he will have to bear great political risks and is very likely to fight against the Western Wei Dynasty and the Western Wei Dynasty. Yu Wentai and other Wuchuan Township parties completely broke up.
Under such circumstances, to be honest, there are not many effective choices left. The most important thing is to adjust your mentality and raise your horizons. You should no longer just be obsessed with the military and political management and personnel scheduling of Longyou, but should take the initiative. Join the creation of a new order in Guanlong.
Li Tai’s suggestion to Dugu Xin is that you should stop thinking about controlling and operating Longyou as a basic market. It will not form an actual separatist regime anyway. It is better to send out capable people like Longyou and let them They all actively participated in the rule of the Overlord, actively adding sand to Yuwentai, instead of passively being stabbed.
As a result, Duguxin's actual power may not increase linearly, but his influence in the current situation will surge rapidly.
The reason why the Li family in Longxi became the most famous family in the world and was accepted by those Shandong families was not only because Li Chong was very good at warming the bed, but also because he understood the principle of strength in numbers, and brought many people who were deeply affected by national history cases The implicated family members were lifted up again.
When Dugu Xin heard what Li Tai said, his eyes suddenly became bright, and he was very yearning for the bright prospect of "all the talented people in Xizhou are at home" described by Li Tai.
But after thinking for a while, he shook his head and sighed: "It is my duty to promote talents for the country, but it is also rare to find people with both ability and political integrity. If you add the character of repaying kindness, then It is even rarer. There are many people in the court, and there are almost no people who can stand there for a long time without changing their mind..."
Of course, talents cannot be everywhere. Another thing that makes Dugu Xin hesitate is that Daxingtai's method of winning people's hearts is really clever. Dugu Xin himself has been repeatedly poached by him, and he finally poached Li Tai. , Occasionally, I still wonder whether this boy loves Daxingtai or himself more. Now that he is asked to take the initiative to recommend talents to the court and the government, it is inevitable that he will have some psychological barriers.
But it has to be said that when Daxingtai was not confident that he would dominate Longyou, this suggestion made by Li Tai was indeed a good way for Duguxin to expand his influence in an honest way.
Sending talents from this town to the central court would not only show favor to the families here, but also help form a political force composed of his disciples and former officials in the central court and the Overlord. Doesn’t Dahangtai love poaching? Now we are actively providing a large number of people from Xizhou for you to dig, I'm afraid you won't be able to wield a hoe!
At this point in the conversation, Dugu Xin's heart knot has been opened. Although he has not completely let go of Li Xian, he still has a grudge against Li Xian, but he no longer complains about Li Tai, but looks relieved. He comforted him and said, "I summoned you to ask this question because I was distracted and short-sighted.
Now that I know you didn't make this decision rashly, I can feel relieved and no longer worry about it. I know that you are tired from the journey, so there is no need to leave in a hurry. You can rest in your tent first. Later, you will have time to introduce some of the generals in the camp to meet you. There are also many young men from Longyou in the procession here, so you can visit them and collect them as confidants. "
After hearing this, Li Tai nodded in agreement and felt relieved. To be honest, he is still more willing to get along with Dugu Xin. This father-in-law at least knows how to admit his mistakes. If it were Yu Wentai, he would have to glare at him. Why didn't you tell me earlier? It's not my fault!