As soon as these words came out, Chen Xituan and Cai Tongzhi were both shocked and looked at Lu Tongpian in astonishment.
However, after a moment, both of them sighed.
Cai Tongzhi waved his hand and said: "What Lu Tongpan said is reasonable. If the country is gone, there is no need to govern the people."
"It's just my humble opinion."
Chen Xituan also had deep feelings and sighed: "When Uncle An Bei arrives, I will do everything possible to help."
After Chen Xituan finished speaking, he stood up and walked out of the house.
I don't know if it was an illusion, but Cai Tongzhi felt that Chen Xituan's upright figure in the past seemed a bit rickety.
…
A few days later, outside Jizhou City.
Led by a group of veterans, a group of scholars stopped.
After just a few days of marching, their appearance became dull and their green Confucian robes became filthy.
After seeing Jizhou City, they were all breathing heavily, feeling like they were surviving a disaster.
It wasn't that they encountered any assassination or ambush during the march, but... they were simply tired.
As they walked, they became more and more confused. Although they were scholars, they were still in their prime. Why were they so tired?
On the other hand, this group of veterans, all of whom were missing arms and legs, could not even breathe after a day's march.
What a strange thing indeed!
Not long after, Li Changkong walked out of the carriage, looked at everyone, and said, "Everyone, I still say what I said, marching and fighting is no better than reading and writing."
"You are no longer a young master being served at home, but an ordinary soldier!"
"If there is anyone who can't endure this hardship and the psychological gap, you can leave now!"
"Uncle Ben, let bygones be bygones!"
As soon as these words came out, many scholars showed signs of struggle.
But after looking at the veteran beside him, his expression gradually became firmer.
Even this group of veterans with missing arms and legs can persevere, there is no reason why they can’t!
What's more, when we actually go to the battlefield in the future, we won't let the veterans who should be retiring to their old age go up to kill the enemy.
It’s time for them to fight bloody battles!
If we retreat at this time, how can we live up to the teachings of the sage, the principles we have learned over the years, and the heroic words we promised before setting off for the expedition?
Therefore, although some people wavered, no one ever gave up.
When Li Changkong saw this, he remained calm on the surface, but deep down he couldn't help but nodded secretly.
This group of scholars was different from the scholars in his previous impression, especially Fan Zhong, who had a passion for serving the country in his heart.
With a little training, he becomes a rare pillar!
"very good!"
"Enter the city!"
Li Changkong gave the order and the entire army began to advance towards Jizhou City.
At this moment, Li Jibei, who was taking a nap in the carriage, suddenly opened his eyes and said, "Tail is gone."
When Li Changkong heard this, his expression moved slightly, and there was a hint of confusion deep in his eyes.
The hundred-man cavalry behind them had been following them when they left the capital.
I thought there was some intention.
However, during the march, Li Changkong sold his flaws several times, but the other party showed no reaction.
Now when he arrived in Jizhou City, he left without hesitation.
Such behavior does not seem like he is here to assassinate Li Changkong, but rather like he is secretly protecting him.
According to his guess, this hundred-man cavalry should belong to Princess Changping.
What does that... mean?
He has repeatedly failed the other party in court, and the other party should be disgusted and even send someone to assassinate him.
Why send someone to protect him instead?
Is it possible that you really like yourself?
Li Changkong was startled by his thoughts and immediately shook his head.
Universal trust is not advisable, especially on such important family and national affairs!
If you make a mistake in judgment, the damage may be immeasurable!
Princess Changping was a strange woman who founded the Detachment of Women. All the outstanding children of the princes and nobles in the Western Jin Dynasty were allowed to be chosen by her. Why did she not like any of them, but she only liked herself?
There should be some other plans among them.
But now Daqian has completely given up cooperation with the Western Jin Dynasty, so no matter what plans he has, it has nothing to do with us!
Li Changkong sighed, sat on the carriage, and entered Jizhou City.
"I have met Uncle An Bei, General Zhengxi." Chen Xituan bowed slightly and gave Li Changkong an official salute.
Hearing this, Li Changkong couldn't help but look him up and down, then nodded and said, "Are you the magistrate of Jizhou—Chen Xituan?"
"That's right, your official."
"You did a good job. Have you prepared the hotel for your accommodation? I'm a little tired and want to rest first."
When Chen Xituan heard this, he couldn't help but be a little surprised.
He had heard that Li Changkong was a young hero and a genius!
He is deeply trusted by the Holy One, and one person can defeat an army of 100,000 people!
That's why he was assigned such an important task of recruiting soldiers!
Faced with such a hard-working person, Chen Xituan was originally prepared to directly welcome him into the Zhizhou Mansion and finalize many matters concerning the recruitment of troops.
Who would have thought that the other party would take a break as soon as he opened his mouth.
This is somewhat inconsistent with the rumored Uncle Anbei.
However, it may be that I am overthinking it. The other party may be really tired after traveling a long way.
"Of course I'm ready. I'd like to ask Uncle An Bei to come with me."
After a while, Chen Xituan led Li Changkong and other people to the post house.
Arrangements were made for the accommodation of Li Changkong, Li Jibei, Zhen Jian and a group of scholars and veterans.
Afterwards, Chen Xituan asked: "Uncle Anbei came to Jizhou this time, presumably for the purpose of recruiting troops."
"This matter is of great importance. I have already received the imperial order and decided to assist Uncle An Bei in order to handle the matter properly and recruit as many soldiers as possible."
Chen Xituan was a little worried because he didn't know if Li Changkong had any hard targets for recruiting troops.
If it's 10,000 or 20,000, that's okay, but if it's 50,000 or 60,000, it's a bit difficult.
If there were more, it would be impossible to kill him, the governor of Jizhou.
Unexpectedly, Li Changkong waved his hand and said nonchalantly: "This matter is not urgent!"
"I have been on the road for several days, and I am really exhausted. I would like to ask Mr. Chen to go back home first and allow me to rest for a while before discussing with you."
"This... is fine." Chen Xituan was a little helpless, but he had no choice but to agree, and left the post house with Cai Tongzhi and Lu Tongpan.
On the way back, the more outspoken Lu Tongpan couldn't help it and said, "This Uncle An Bei is a bit unworthy of his name!"
"With the emperor's favor and such a heavy burden, why do you think about resting?"
"And what kind of people are these he brought?"
"They are just scholars. Those veterans are really serious old, weak, sick and disabled people. Not one of them can fight!"
"If others see it, I'm afraid they won't laugh at me for doing so!"
"Even if my own people see it, their morale will drop."
"How could Uncle Anbei, who has been famous for a long time, do such a ridiculous thing?" Lu Tongpan frowned, obviously dissatisfied with Li Changkong.
"Just say a few words, Judge Lu Tong. After all, he is a Shangguan from Qiandu City, and he has indeed been traveling and traveling for several days."
"It won't be too late to discuss the conscription tomorrow."
