"A title is an important weapon of the country. Isn't this too generous of my uncle?"
Li Shan muttered while changing Li Yuan's dressing. He didn't expect His Majesty to be so generous. It was a bit exaggerated.
In the early years of the Tang Dynasty, knighthood was relatively common, more common than in several other unified dynasties. There are naturally reasons for this.
After all, Han Gaozu Liu Bang and Ming Taizu Zhu Yuanzhang started their careers in rebellion, while Song Taizu Zhao Kuangyin inherited the Northern Zhou Dynasty but did not experience too many wars.
Li Yuan, the emperor of the Tang Dynasty, was different. When he raised troops in Jinyang, took control of Chang'an, founded the country and proclaimed himself emperor, a large number of old people were granted titles. Later, former Sui officials came to join him one after another, such as his in-laws Dou Gui, Yu Wenshiji, Xiao Yu , Feng Lun, etc., they were in high positions in the previous dynasty, so naturally they should be given titles.
In addition to the large number of other forces that have taken refuge, Li Yuan will basically give titles to those who are slightly famous, such as Qin Qiong, Cheng Yaojin and other famous generals in Wagangzhai, such as Li Dayen who came to vote and was canonized as the county king, and even Chang He. The unlucky guy who voted for the Tang Dynasty for the first time had to be granted the title of Duke.
In addition to several battles, the ministers and generals who conquered the world for Li Tang were also given titles. So in the middle of the court, the county princes were really everywhere, and the county men, county sons, and county uncles were not as good as dogs!
Only the county magistrate is qualified to boast.
However, in this case, military ethics began to change after four years. Not only Li Yuan, but also the imperial court began to deliberately reduce the issuance of titles. Historically, four years after military ethics, Li Jiancheng made military exploits in Shandong, and a large number of followers The generals who have entered the lordship will have to wait for the Xuanwu Gate changes.
In a word, if you have too many titles, they will be worthless!
Therefore, not only Li Shan, but also the prince, the King of Qin and several ministers were surprised by Li Yuan's generosity this time... In addition to conferring the title of Qian Jiulong to the Duke of Changxing County in advance to travel north to Jingzhou, Li Yuan issued an edict to reward King Qin as his escort. There are four generals who are newly appointed as Dukes.
Wei Chigong, the general of Tiance Mansion who was assigned by Li Shimin to escort him, was granted the title of Duke of Wu. Su Dingfang, who controlled the imperial army in Beiya, was granted the title of Duke of Zhao. Liang Jianfang and Niu Jinda, who were killed in battle, were given posthumous gifts to the Duke of Zhao to provide generous care to their descendants.
In addition, Cheng Yaojin, who was originally the Duke of Su, was granted the title of Duke of Lu, and was granted a city of 1,000 households. Qin Qiong, who was seriously injured, was originally the Duke of Yi, and was granted the title of Duke of Qi, and was granted a city of 1,000 households.
There are many titles below. Generals such as Zheng Rentai, Qiu Xinggong, Li Mengchang, Li Keshi, and Duan Zhixuan were respectively awarded the titles of county duke and county duke, and a lot of county marquis, county boy, and county uncle were given to them.
As for the leaders of Li Shan's personal guards who rushed to escort him at the most critical moment, two county magistrates and two county magistrates suddenly appeared.
Zhang Zhongjian had already contributed to the two great victories at Guji Town and Cangtou River. This time he defeated the Liang army first, and then led the army south to rescue him as a general. He was granted the title of Duke of Weiyang County... Weiyang is the ancient name of Yangzhou.
Wang Junhao, who was granted the title of County Prince after the war last year, also became the County Duke this time. In addition, Hou Hongtao and Qu Silang were also granted the title of County Marquis.
Zhang Zhongjian and Wang Junhao either had long-standing military exploits or were from relatively low backgrounds, but Hou Hongtao and Qu Silang were a bit exaggerated. The former was barely considered a branch of the Sanshui Hou family, while the latter was completely a commoner.
"It's almost healed." Li Yuan waved his arm. New flesh had grown out of the wound, and he could no longer feel the pain. It was just slightly itchy. He casually smiled and said, "Who told you to have already been canonized as the county king?"
Li Shan, who was packing his things, rolled his eyes and said, "Oh, it turns out it's my nephew's fault."
Li Yuan couldn't help laughing. It was a bit excessive to include Li Shan in the clan and confer the title of county king because of his military exploits in the Yanmen victory. Even if the recruitment of Yuan Junzhang changed the war situation between the Tang Dynasty and the Turks, then It's not enough... It's completely up to Li Shan to take the blame.
But who would have thought that this kid would be more and more difficult every time. After defeating the Turks three times, Li Yuan regretted it and was already unblockable.
"Back then, Yanmen's great victory was supposed to lead to the victory of the Duke. Then, after the great defeat of the Turks, he was promoted to the Duke of the country. This time, he was able to rescue the enemy..." Li Yuan joked: "It's just a matter of time."
Li Shan chuckled and said: "Uncle, it saves trouble. It's a pity that my nephew has a good brother who insists on beheading someone."
Li Yuan was a little embarrassed. He had already heard that Tuli Khan promised to behead Li Shan one day to win people's hearts. He thought for a while and said: "Although the news has been cut off, there should still be civil strife in Wuyuan County."
"Yes." Li Shan calculated with his fingers, "The day after tomorrow is the Mid-Autumn Festival, and the autumn harvest is coming to an end in various parts of Guannai Road. I didn't expect that the Turks showed no trace, and they should still be fighting among themselves."
Li Yuan was in a good mood these two days, because the war in Longzhou and Jingzhou went very smoothly. After Ren Gui and Qian Jiulong took office, they reorganized the troops, stabilized the defense line, and repelled the incoming Liang army.
Half a month ago, Longzhou, Jingzhou, Ningzhou, and Qingzhou sent troops at the same time, marching into Yuanzhou from the southwest, southeast, and east.
On August 6, Ren Gui and Qian Jiulong defeated the Liang army near Pingliang County in Yuanzhou, beheading more than a thousand people. On August 9, Ningzhou governor Hu Yan attacked Baiquan and defeated the Liang army again.
Liang Shidu is no longer tenable in Yuanzhou. In addition, Li Shentong, the king of Huai'an stationed in Longyou, led his troops eastward to attack Huizhou. The war is going well and it should not delay for too long.
But Li Shanxin has hidden worries, "But last year there was heavy snow on the grassland, and many livestock were frozen to death..."
"Huairen is right." Li Yuan raised his eyebrows slightly, "The Hu people went south to plunder for nothing more than wealth, food, and population. Now it depends on whether Ren Gui and Qian Jiulong can quickly break through Lingzhou and set up a defense line."
Li Shan didn't respond. If he successfully captured Yuanzhou and marched into Lingzhou, the Lingzhou Road Marching General Administration Office, which had been proposed but had not yet been reestablished, should not be delayed any longer. With Ren Gui's qualifications and military exploits, he would definitely be able to overwhelm Qian. Jiulong became the commander-in-chief.
For this reason, Ling Jing also mentioned last night that Changsun Wuji was full of complaints... thinking that Li Shan was the one who caused the trouble.
Li Shan was also speechless. Not only did Li Shimin nod his head when recommending Ren Gui, but just by seeing Li Yuan make the decision so quickly, he knew that this matter was unavoidable.
At this time, Chen Shuda and Zhongshu Ling Feng Lun were outside to see him.
"Your Majesty, great victory!" Feng Lunyang held the victory report in his hand, "Guan Guo Gongguo is a famous general."
Li Yuan breathed a sigh of relief, "Ren Qing will live up to my high hopes."
"Yesterday afternoon, Guan Guogong Ren Gui joined forces with Qian Jiulong, the governor of Jingzhou, and Hu Yan, the governor of Ningzhou, to attack Guyuan." Chen Shuda explained with a smile: "After a long fierce battle, Duke Guan used his powerful generals to break the formation, behead the generals and seize the flag. , the Liang army was defeated and fled north, and the Guyuan defenders surrendered to the city."
Handing the good news to Li Yuan, Chen Shuda looked at Li Shan and said, "Does the King of Handan really intend to be the Minister of the Ministry of Personnel?"
Li Yuan asked in surprise: "What does this mean?"
"That powerful general is Liu Rengui, the leader of Duke Guan's bodyguard. The King of Handan declared that this son was extraordinary when he first met him that day."
Li Shan's mouth was a little crooked. He had indeed concluded that Liu Rengui was extraordinary at that time, but according to the historical trajectory, it would have to wait a long time after Li Zhi ascended the throne. This time, he became famous decades in advance.
The storm fanned by my traveling butterfly is getting more and more intense.
(End of chapter)
