In the Forbidden Palace, at the court ceremony, civil and military officials gathered together.
Everyone has heard about the recent changes in Kyoto, and naturally understands that the sky above the court has changed.
In the past, Qin Feng had to be summoned by a saint before he could go to the palace to see him.
But today, Qin Feng went to court with the civil and military ministers, and he was still standing next to Qin Tianhu. Although he only had a small title of ten households, his status was already on the same level as the minister.
Zhang Xiuye held the imperial edict in his hand and announced loudly: "It is the destiny of heaven and the emperor's system. He said: Qin Feng put down the rebellion in the northern border, wiped out the rebels in Pingnan County, killed the leader of the thieves Huang Cheng, guarded the border, severely defeated the Beidi army, and promoted our country. Majesty, he has accomplished extraordinary feats. He has given Qin Feng a thousand households and a reward of ten thousand taels of silver as a reward for his service. All knowledgeable people in the world will be like Qin Feng who has made great contributions to my great achievements."
"If Qin Tianhu raises his son well, he will be rewarded with a thousand taels of gold and a hundred pieces of cloth."
This generous reward is expected and reasonable. But the atmosphere in the hall was solemn, and everyone knew that the saint's reward was not a sincere reward, but a helpless appeasement.
As for yesterday's interception of Heiwei and the messenger, the Qin family moved to Beixi County, without even mentioning the grudge between the sixth prince and the Xie family.
Emperor Liang had a vague smile on his face, and his attitude towards Qin Feng changed greatly: "It is really a blessing to all the people that Daliang has such virtuous ministers and generals as Qin Qianhu. I am very pleased. This should have been held We have a banquet to celebrate the success of Qin's thousands of households, but the autumn harvest is approaching and the Beidi army is ready to move, so state affairs should be the priority."
"I wonder what Qin Qianhu's views on the upcoming war are?"
For a moment, all the eyes in the hall were focused on Qin Feng, and even Lin Taibao looked sideways.
The civil and military officials of the entire dynasty knew very well that the power of this national war was firmly in the hands of the Qin family and his sons. Even Emperor Liang lacked the right to speak.
Even if the Qin family father and son have great power and have touched the Liang Emperor's rebellion, what can they do? There is support from the main war faction and the Taolin Party in the court, and there is protection from Beixi County outside the court. Now inside and outside, no one can touch the Qin family father and son.
At least that's the case.
Although the current situation is not Qin Feng's original intention, since he is forced into this situation, Qin Feng can only move forward bravely. After all, the Qin family has no option to retreat at all, otherwise it will be shattered to pieces!
Anyway, he looked away. Facing Emperor Liang's inquiry, Qin Feng felt more relaxed than ever before: "Since the confrontation between the two countries, not only has our country, Liang, wasted our people and money, but our treasury is empty. Beidi's national power must also be stretched thin. It is expected that Beidi no longer has the strength to continue to deal with it. , I will never give up this autumn harvest opportunity, and I will definitely put all my efforts into it.”
"The so-called tactics are nothing more than two possibilities."
"First, dispatch large armies and attack across the board to rob food and support war with war."
"Second, of course, we must gather superior forces to attack Beixi County with all our strength, remove the important front teeth, and break through the Daliang border defense line at one point."
"The former is to prepare for a long-term military confrontation, while the latter is to seek changes and then invade Daliang. Judging from the situation, Beidi is very likely to adopt the latter. The reason is not difficult to guess. After all, our important border town of Daliang will be affected by the long-term confrontation. It is becoming more and more perfect, and the right time and place are not on Beidi's side."
Facing Qin Feng's well-founded analysis, all the ministers in the DPRK and China nodded in agreement.
Although Emperor Liang now hates Qin Feng deeply, it is undeniable that this guy is indeed a rare genius in military affairs.
Emperor Liang was thoughtful and asked: "If we are fully prepared for a decisive battle with Beidi, and Beidi suddenly changes tactics, how should we deal with it?"
Qin Feng shrugged and said disapprovingly: "Let him change whatever he wants! Judging from the current situation, any conspiracy is meaningless. Only the two armies spread out their forces, line up their troops, and use gongs and drums to overwhelm each other with military power. , to achieve a decisive victory.”
Although fighting continues in Beixi County, the situation seems to be quite serious, but in fact it is quite the opposite.
It has been a long time since a large-scale war broke out between the two countries. They have always been facing each other on the front line. When winter comes after the autumn harvest, Daliang can rely on the city to defend itself. Beidi will be tested by the severe cold. If it continues to drag on, it will only slow down Beidi. Slow to death. Therefore, Beidi must seek a quick and decisive battle.
Qin Feng immediately said loudly: "I think that the next step is to strengthen our troops, prepare for war, and prepare for the decisive battle with Beidi. In this way, we must use the three forces of chariots, hussars, and frontier troops."
This was exactly what worried Emperor Liang. After all, the military power of these three parties could no longer be controlled.
But recalling that Qin Feng had mobilized an army of chariots and cavalry to defeat Sang Gan's army, Emperor Liang immediately understood that Qin Feng was secretly asking for military power.
Now that the Qin Dynasty was strong, Emperor Liang was naturally unwilling to do so.
But without giving military power, who can deter the three armies in the north?
Perhaps in the long run, Qin Feng will affect the stability of Emperor Liang's imperial power, but the war in the north is an emergency, and if you are not careful, it will be a fatal catastrophe.
The lesser of two evils.
Emperor Liang breathed out slowly and had to compromise: "In that case, I will allow you to be the special envoy to supervise the war in the northern border and allow you to mobilize the power of the three armies."
As soon as these words came out, the whole hall fell into silence.
Even the Taibao Party remained silent.
After all, Lin Taibao knew very well that the national war was a done deal, and no one could shake the status of the Qin family's father and son. No matter how much he said, it would just be a waste of words and a meaningless war of words.
With this special envoy for supervising the war, Qin Feng was in charge of the military in the northern border, while Qin Tianhu, the war supervising minister, was in charge of the mobilization of troops in Kyoto and military preparations.
Now, the entire Liang Dynasty will act based on the expressions of the Qin family's father and son.
Moreover, the title of special envoy for supervising the war is tantamount to giving Qin Feng the right to expand his army.
The Beixi County garrison only has seven or eight thousand troops at full strength. Now Qin Feng can expand the army unscrupulously. I am afraid that in a few days, Beixi County's troops will be on par with the three northern armies in terms of numbers. .
Lin Taibao couldn't help but shake his head and smile bitterly.
For others to flee Kyoto with their whole family, it is basically equivalent to the end of a desperate struggle.
The escape of the Qin family turned the tide and raised the status of the Qin family father and son to another level.
Even veterans such as Lin Taibao could not help but lament Qin Feng's methods in their hearts.
This court meeting ended perfectly with everyone happy.
But the anguish in the hearts of all parties can only be felt by oneself.
Even Qin Tianhu felt extremely depressed. He was originally a loyal minister, but he suddenly became a powerful minister...
Qin Feng was in a good mood and his face was full of pride.
Holding his shoulders, he said casually: "Dad, since we have come to this step, let's be more open-minded. If we want to be loyal to the saint and make contributions to Daliang, the prerequisite is to save our own lives first, what do you think?"
