Chapter 134 Bai Renxuan's Gift
Ye Mingsheng had no idea what Bai Renxuan was thinking. After calming down and observing carefully for a while, he was certain that although Bai Renxuan's actions were covert, there was no doubt that this person was secretly looking at him. This made Ye Mingsheng confused and a little nervous.

Through the investigation of Bai Renxuan, Ye Mingsheng knew clearly that this seemingly weak scholar was not a good person. Such a person would never do things for no reason. He must have some plan for him...

Realizing this, although he didn't know what Bai Renxuan was trying to do, Ye Mingsheng subconsciously acted more cautiously and paid more attention to every word Bai Renxuan said.

Just like that, two people with a lot on their mind began to toast each other under Qian Buli's deliberate matchmaking.

The banquet was almost over. Qian Buli, who still had some moral principles, saw that Ye Mingsheng and Bai Renxuan had not yet talked about business. He couldn't help but feel anxious. After hesitating for a moment, he took the initiative to speak to Bai Renxuan:
"Brother, Brother Ye and I are close friends. His passion for serving the court is evident to all. When he heard about the establishment of the Zhenwu Army, he wanted to join us!"

"Brother, you happen to be working under Lord Chen, see if you can say a few good words for him!"

Ye Mingsheng, who was considering how to talk to Bai Renxuan, after hearing Qian Buli's words, in addition to thanking Qian Buli, also looked at Bai Renxuan, wanting to see his reaction.

Qian Buli also lowered his voice and continued;
"Brother Ye, he has been in the army for many years, fighting in many battles. He is not only experienced, but also well versed in the military rules. He will definitely not let you and Lord Chen down!"

At the end of the conversation, Qian Buli, who was sitting in the middle, gave Ye Mingsheng a look. Ye Mingsheng got the hint and took out a piece of thing wrapped in red cloth from his arms without hesitation and placed it in front of Bai Renxuan.

"I hope Mr. Bai can help me!"

Although the red cloth was not opened, Bai Renxuan could still feel the golden light hidden under the red cloth. If he was not mistaken, there should be two gold bars under the red cloth...

Bai Renxuan was not surprised that Ye Mingsheng gave him a gift. He already knew through the information channels of Guangshun Marquis Mansion that Ye Mingsheng was a person who was good at scheming and liked to use backdoors. However, he was a little surprised that Ye Mingsheng was so generous.

After all, according to the current gold price in Luoan, the two small things under the red cloth are worth more than one hundred taels. As a seventh-rank military officer, Ye Mingsheng's annual salary is probably only this much!

Under the gaze of Ye Mingsheng and Qian Buli, Bai Renxuan pondered for a while, but still reached out and took away the red cloth containing the gold bars.

Seeing this, Ye Mingsheng and Qian Buli's expressions were much more relaxed, while Bai Renxuan said slowly:

"Since Lord Ye is inseparable and we are close friends, I will do my best to help you. Please rest assured, General Ye!"

Bai Renxuan paused for a moment, then looked at Ye Mingsheng deeply. When Ye Mingsheng was a little confused, Bai Renxuan slowly said:
"The Zhenwu Army has just been established, and the Marquis is eager to recruit talented people. I would like to recommend General Ye to the Marquis. I wonder what General Ye thinks?"

When Bai Renxuan said this, Ye Mingsheng was stunned at first, but then he quickly reacted, immediately met Bai Renxuan's gaze, and nodded with great surprise.

"Lord Chen is the pillar of our Great Zhou. I have admired him for a long time and have long wanted to listen to his teachings. If Mr. Bai is willing to help introduce him, I will be very grateful!"

After the words fell, Ye Mingsheng stood up from his seat to show his seriousness and bowed deeply to Bai Renxuan. In this official-oriented world, Bai Renxuan, as a Confucian scholar, naturally abided by etiquette and would not cross the line. Without an official position, he also stood up and stood sideways, without receiving Ye Mingsheng's greeting.

However, Bai Renxuan was of course very satisfied with Ye Mingsheng's attitude and said:

"If the Marquis knew how sincere General Ye is, he would be very happy. I will take care of the introduction!"

Now that the main business was settled, everyone was naturally very happy, and the atmosphere at the banquet undoubtedly became more heated. After another half an hour of eating, everyone was finally enjoying themselves. Ye Mingsheng paid the bill and personally sent Bai Renxuan, who was a little red from drinking, out of Zui Xiang Ju.

What Ye Mingsheng would never have thought was that after he sent away Bai Renxuan, who had drunk a lot of wine, the middle-aged scholar did not return to his home in Xicheng District, but went straight to Guangshun Hou Mansion in Tai'anfang, Dongcheng District, Luo'an.
When they arrived at the Marquis' Mansion, the gatekeeper on guard naturally recognized their own Marquis and his trusted aide. He welcomed Bai Renxuan, who had arrived late at night, into the study and informed Chen Dechang of the matter.

Chen Dechang, who was preparing to rest in the bedroom, heard that Bai Renxuan was coming to visit. Naturally, he did not dare to neglect him. He quickly put on his clothes and went to the study to see Bai Renxuan.

"Mr. Bai, if we have something to discuss, we can't discuss it tomorrow. Why do we have to discuss it now..." Chen Dechang, wearing a brocade robe, walked into the study and complained helplessly:
Although he is nearly 60 years old and his grandson is only in his teens, he is still strong and healthy. He can still eat several kilograms of beef at every meal. Chen Dechang, who can pull a strong bow of ten stones, can be said to be old but young at heart.

Not long ago, he married a virgin girl to be his fifth concubine. He was planning to have sex with her tonight, but he never expected that as soon as he entered the room, Bai Renxuan interrupted their plan.

Bai Renxuan, who was unaware that he had interfered with Chen Dechang's affairs, saw Chen Dechang coming and struggled to stand up from his chair with his drunken eyes to greet Chen Dechang.

But seeing that he was so drunk, Chen Dechang naturally would not bother with his trusted subordinate. He pressed him down on the chair with his big hand.

"Forget it, forget it, Mr. Bai, please sit down!"

After saying that, Chen Dechang smelled the alcohol on Bai Renxuan's body and shouted outside the study: "Tell the kitchen to bring me a bowl of sobering soup!"

"My Lord, I'm not drunk! I want to give you a big gift!" Bai Renxuan, his face flushed, spoke word by word:
"what gift?"

Seeing Bai Renxuan, although drunk, he was still very sober. Chen Dechang was naturally curious about what this always reliable strategist of his was talking about.

"one person!"

"who?"

"A man named Ye Mingsheng!" Bai Renxuan pointed a finger and said decisively:
(End of this chapter)