After traveling through time, I became Han Zhang’s grandson?

Yong Zeng's arrival interrupted everyone's conversation, especially the man in the lead named "Zichun", who looked surprised.

"My dear brother, my son-in-law has noticed that you are well-spoken and have the demeanor of a scholar, so he would like to invite you to come over."

Yong Zeng saluted respectfully with his fists clasped. It was obvious that he knew that this gentleman was quite favored by Han Ming and might be the second Wang Jiefu.

Zichun, who was called, turned around with a puzzled look, and saw a man with extraordinary bearing raising his glass at a table not far away.

Zichun asked in confusion, "But that gentleman?"

"That's right!" Yong Zeng answered politely with a smile.

"Hahaha, Brother Zichun, it looks like you've met a close friend. You might as well go over and pay your respects."

Everyone around started to make a fuss, and they still had a positive attitude towards Zichun's previous remarks.

"Then Wang will be back soon." Zichun bowed slightly, stood up and followed Yongzeng to Han Ming's table.

It was the first time for both of them to meet, but a familiar feeling spread between them.

"My name is Wang Shao from De'an, Jiangzhou. Nice to meet you, young master."

As 'Zichun' introduced himself, Han Ming showed no sign of concealing the surprise in his eyes.

"I didn't expect to meet the boss again?!"

Han Ming couldn't help but feel inexplicably emotional in his heart. Wang Shao and Wang Zichun were considered god-level figures in the military of the Song Dynasty in the post-Di Qing era.

The most important of these was the famous Heehe Kaibian event!!!

He led his army to defeat the Qiang and Western Xia armies, established Xizhou, led the Battle of Xihe, recovered the five states of Xi, He, Tao, Min, Dang, and Wei, expanded the border by more than 2,000 miles, and formed an encirclement of Western Xia.

This big shot in the army of the mid-Northern Song Dynasty actually ran into him.

Isn't this just like when you feel sleepy, the pillow appears.

Han Ming immediately stood up solemnly, clasped his fists and saluted: "I am Han Ming from Anyang, Xiangzhou, and I am honored to meet you, my king."

Han Ming's name caught Wang Shao's attention. After carefully examining him, Wang Shao smiled softly, "Brother Han, you're welcome."

"please."

Han Ming and the other party raised their hands at the same time, then sat down.

"I wonder if Brother Han is coming from Gyeonggi-ro?"

Wang Shao's words were very straightforward, but his voice was not loud, and he asked in a low voice.

Han Ming knew that the other party seemed to have noticed his identity, so he didn't hide it and smiled back: "That's right, I have lived in the capital for a long time and just came to Yongxingjun Road these few days."

"Haha, it's true. I didn't expect that Mr. Wang is so lucky." Wang Shao smiled even more.

"You are wrong. It is my good fortune to meet Brother Wang today." Han Ming responded with a mysterious smile.

"I don't know why Brother Han asked me to come here. I am just a country boy, so I am afraid it will be difficult for me to help you."

Wang Shao's words made Han Ming laugh.

You, Wang Zichun, were a Jinshi in the Jiayou period after all, but because you failed in the imperial examination, you traveled around Shaanxi and interviewed the customs and folkways of the northwestern border.

How did you end up becoming a country bumpkin?

Han Ming personally poured a cup of tea for Wang Shao and chuckled, "This is my first time in Shaanxi. I'm not familiar with the roads. Last time, I was robbed by local bandits..."

Hearing Han Ming's words, Wang Shao's face changed slightly, and horror flashed in his eyes. He never thought that this big man who came to Shaanxi to take office would encounter such bad luck.

"I had intended to find a guide there, but I was always hesitant and couldn't make up my mind. Today, I happened to meet Brother Wang, and from what he said, it seems he has a very clear understanding of the situation in Shaanxi."

Han Ming's true intentions were exposed. He said directly, "I'm interested in you and want to recruit you as my staff. What do you mean? Just tell me the truth."

Wang Shao had never seen such an old-fashioned behavior before, and he felt that this "young cabinet minister" and "young Han Xianggong" from the capital was a little different.

"After all, Wang is a person of limited talent and knowledge, and cannot handle such a big responsibility. How can I accept such an important trust from Brother Han just because of a few words? I absolutely dare not do that." Wang Shao was refusing in disguise.

"Brother Wang's previous remarks about the Qingtang region are quite sensible and resonate deeply with me. I believe that the Song Dynasty and Zuo Silu should also maintain friendly relations."

Han Ming did not continue to persuade Wang Shao, but took a roundabout approach. I think you are right and I want to follow your advice.

Wang Shao's expression changed when he heard this, and he looked at Han Ming with some confusion and doubt.

"To defend the northwest border, the Song Dynasty's military strength alone is indeed difficult to sustain. Winning over one side and confronting the other is the most stable approach."

"But now the three-party situation has been mixed up with the hands of a fourth party. I wonder if you have any advice?"

After hearing Han Ming's argument and the change of address, Wang Shao stared at him sternly for a long while.

After a long pause, Wang Shao sighed softly, "Brother Han, you agree with my statement, but don't you know who this fourth party is trying to deal with?"

"Xixia!!!"

Han Ming raised the glass to his lips and took a sip, his tone crisp and clear.

"Since Brother Han knows the Liao Kingdom's intentions, you can rest assured. Why do you have to get involved in this dispute?"

Wang Shao stared at Han Ming and tried to persuade him.

"Brother Wang, have you ever heard of the phrase 'be prepared for danger in times of peace'?"

Han Ming did not answer directly, but looked at Wang Shao with burning eyes.

"Brother Han, are you afraid that Zuo Silu will turn to the Liao Kingdom?" Wang Shao asked solemnly.

"It's not that I'm afraid, but the possibility exists."

"Once the Liao Kingdom and the Liao Kingdom are connected, both the Western Xia and the Song Dynasty will be surrounded by them."

"Although Zuo Silu could use the excuse of helping the Song Dynasty weaken the military pressure on the Western Xia to cooperate with the Liao Kingdom, he could also use the excuse of the Song Dynasty's injustice to join forces with the Liao Kingdom to deal with the Song Dynasty."

"With this ambiguous approach, I believe anyone who isn't a fool should know what to do."

Han Ming stroked the tea bowl in his hand with a somewhat cold expression.

"But at present, we really need to plant a nail in the Xixia border with Zuo Silu, so as to better share the pressure on the border troops."

Wang Shao knew what Han Ming meant, so he prepared for the possibility of Zuo Silu rebelling against the Song Dynasty.

But doing so might lead to an early split between the Song Dynasty and Zuo Silu, which would be the happiest thing for the Liao Dynasty, the Song Dynasty's biggest enemy.

"In that case, what if the two sides can't connect?"

Han Ming crossed his arms, held his chin and looked at Wang Shao.

Wang Shao looked uncertain at this, and frowned slightly: "This method is feasible, but it cannot effectively break the existing situation."

He vaguely sensed Han Ming's intention, but he was not sure what it was.

"In fact, the most ideal situation is to let the Liao Kingdom and Zuo Silu work together to attack Xixia, while the Song Dynasty stays out of the matter and watches the fight from the sidelines."

Wang Shao stroked the stubble on his lips with his hand and gave his thoughts.

"That's not enough. The Song Dynasty wants to be the oriole and the fisherman!"

Han Ming's words made Wang Shao's pupils shrink, and he looked at him in surprise.

"It's difficult. Staying safe is the best outcome. The Song Dynasty has been unable to organize an offensive since the Qingli War."

What Wang Shao said was true. In fact, the first Song-Xia War during the Qingli period crippled and destroyed a part of the elite main force of the Western Army.

If they maintain a defensive position and use Zuo Silu to contain them, it might still be possible, but if they want to switch from defense to offense, the current Western Army is not strong enough.

"So Han Ming needs your help to completely reverse this downward trend!" Han Ming looked at Wang Shao with firm eyes.

"This..." Wang Shao was shocked and didn't know what to say to the new leader of Shaanxi.

“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. As long as you do it and move forward, it is always better than standing still.”

"Although I am a humble scholar, I also understand the principle that a country is rich and its people are strong."

"I wish to be a candle, lighting the foundation for eternal peace."

"I hope you will beg for mercy and lend a helping hand, so that we can build a prosperous future together!!!"

Han Ming looked solemn. He stood up, clasped his hands together, and saluted respectfully.

This made Wang Shao, who was sitting upright, a little stunned. He laughed bitterly a few times at first, then swept away his melancholy and said happily: "I hope that you will keep the people in mind and never forget your original intention."

He then stood up and helped Han Ming up. The two looked into each other's eyes. At this moment, there seemed to be different emotions flowing in their hearts.

Named Hope...