In the solemn and solemn main hall of the Zhao Palace, Zhao Yong looked at the silent expressions of the courtiers below and couldn't help but nodded with satisfaction.
Zhao Yong then said loudly: "I think that the victory in this battle and the greatest victory in this battle is the new army and the cavalry!" Then he continued to scaremongering: "If the cavalry brigade had not won this battle unexpectedly, Zhao Guo would have been afraid for a long time. It doesn’t exist anymore!”
As soon as he finished speaking, Fei Yi stood up first and complimented: "The riders come and go like the wind. Zuo Yi's army has a new technique. It can harass the enemy from a distance and defeat the enemy at a close distance. Your Majesty is a wise man!"
The other ministers could only agree: "Your Majesty, your Majesty..."
Among the compliments in the court, there are those who go against their will.
However, the situation was already established and they could no longer control it.
To do anything, you must take advantage of momentum. Having momentum is like having wind when sailing, everything will go much smoother.
Forcing the subjects to implement the new law will inevitably cause bloodshed, which Zhao Yong does not want to see. What he wanted was the courtiers' sincere cooperation and gratitude for the new law.
Now, because of a war, the middle and lower-level soldiers and civilians in the standing battalion have truly felt the benefits brought to them by the cavalry. The new law has increased the protection for their lives, and they will naturally cooperate wholeheartedly; those who initially opposed the military reform Except for a few die-hards who were struggling to resist, most of the senior generals were influenced by public opinion and had no choice but to change sides.
Zhao Yong then glanced at Pang Nuan calmly.
Pang Nuan understood immediately, stood up, bowed and said, "My lord, I have something to report."
For a moment, all the ministers couldn't help but glance at this young general with great military exploits.
Zhao Yong smiled and said, "It doesn't matter if Qing Dan says so."
Pang Nuan bowed again and continued: "What I said is an admonition. I advise you that the men in the army can change into Hu uniforms to fight!"
As soon as this statement came out, the court was in an uproar.
Zhao Yan, the royal family official, no longer cared about his status, stood up suddenly, and openly accused: "Pang's son, are you going to ignore the etiquette and laws of Zhao country?"
Pang Nuan smiled disdainfully at the other party and replied sarcastically: "I am not a general and I don't know the affairs of the army. I will not argue with you."
"You...are arrogant." Zhao Yan pointed at Pang Nuan with trembling fingers and blurted out a few words for a long time.
Luo Hualou, who was at the head, couldn't help but purse his lips and chuckle when he saw Zhao Yan's deflated look. Old Zhao Yan has always been arrogant in the name of maintaining the etiquette system of the Zhao country. When she entered the palace, he tried to stop her in every possible way. How could a commoner's daughter enter the palace as a concubine? Anyway, now she is happy to see Zhao Yan deflated.
Pang Nuan ignored Zhao Yan's meaningless words and turned around to continue: "I am fortunate to have received the king's order to lead our Zhao Kingdom's cavalry to conquer Yunzhong and Jinyang for the king. I and the new army officers all fought bravely to kill the enemy. Fortunately for the king. But I found that my Chinese clothes are really not conducive to immediate battle. The wide robes, big sleeves, wide collars and fat waists are a waste of effort and effort. Although they are gorgeous, they are actually not conducive to killing. I am in the clouds. Guanloufan's attire consists of a short coat with narrow sleeves and trousers underneath. It can move quickly and freely with bows and arrows, which is very convenient for riding, shooting, attacking, and fighting. Gucheng please order, and all the men in the army will imitate Hu's attire to strengthen our army! "
After Pang Nuan finished speaking, the ministers in the palace began to whisper to each other and discuss softly. Those who could enter the palace were senior officials and meritorious officials of the Zhao State, and most of them were direct participants in the Yunzhong and Jinyang wars. They had no doubts about Pang Nuan. The words expressed deep understanding, but some people still shook their heads...
"Your Majesty!" Seeing that she could not defeat Pang Nuan, Zhao Yan turned around and cried to Zhao Yong: "Your Majesty! The reason why our Central Plains is distinguished from the barbarians is precisely because..."
Zhao Yong suddenly raised his hand to interrupt the other party's noisy words.
Zhao Yan had no choice but to look at Anping Lord Zhao Cheng and Prime Minister Zhao Bao for help.
But the two of them were still looking at each other, looking at their noses and looking at their hearts, sitting on the couch without saying a word.
Zhao Yong glanced at the ministers for a week, then stood up from the king's couch in front of everyone's astonished eyes, slowly unfolded his sleeves and robes, and said to the ministers: "You have all seen this gorgeous dress. We have been wearing it for a long time, but! It is not suitable for combat. What do you think, sir?"
"I agree with Pang Nuan's words, and I will change the Hu uniform to ride and shoot better than our army." Fei Yi came out and bowed.
"The reason why our country of Zhao is constantly invaded by the Hu people is precisely because the Hu people are convenient and good at riding and shooting. Over the years, our country of Zhao has always suffered from the inability to expand the results of the victory. Gu Chen seconded Pang Nuan's words." Handan Order Wu Guang stood up and agreed.
Zhao Yong nodded towards the other party.
At this time, Su Qin, Lord of Wu'an, who had been eating and drinking the whole time, also stood up and came out to echo: "The strength of Wei in the past was because Wei Wenhou made good use of it. He used Li Kui to change the old system and Wu Qi to implement the new method; today the Qin State is also prosperous. It was King Qin who dared to change. If Lord Shang had not changed, Qin would still be a barbarian in the Western Regions today! I agree with Pang Nuan's words."
"I agree with Captain Pang's words!" Zhang Yuan came out and said.
"The words of Captain Pang..." As Su Qin agreed, more and more people stood up to express their stance.
But most of the people who agreed with him were military generals from other clans.
Zhao Yong nodded slightly and glanced at his good third uncle: "Mr. Anping, what do you think?"
Zhao Cheng was stunned and had to stand up and bow to him: "Your Majesty, I believe that the king should have the clothes of the king, the officials should have the clothes of the officials, and the common people should have the clothes of the common people. This has been a rule for hundreds of years and cannot be changed. change……"
With Zhao Cheng taking the lead, the clan member Zhao Huai said loudly: "Wearing Hu clothing, betraying the sages, and staying away from enlightenment, I think it is absolutely impossible!"
Zhao Yan spoke loudly again: "Your Majesty, you must dress and behave according to the etiquette. If you use the etiquette, you will deviate from the right path. Your Majesty, please think twice!"
After listening to what a few people said, Zhao Yong couldn't help but tremble at the corners of his eyes.
But he didn't say much and turned to look at the eunuch Ling Chen Zhong.
Chen Zhong understood and shouted loudly outside the palace: "Lead the royal horse into the palace!"
Royal horse?
His Highness immediately started talking again. In the surprised eyes of all the ministers, Zhao Yong's high-headed green-maned horse was led into the main hall by the waiter.
The green-maned horse showed no signs of stage fright in the hall filled with dignitaries, and even snorted disdainfully.
Under the guidance of the waiter, the horse stopped in the middle of the hall with its head held high.
Zhao Yong immediately said to the ministers: "This is my war horse!" Then he ordered: "Zhao Huai rides on it."
Zhao Huai was startled: "... I don't dare!" He knelt down on the ground in fear, glancing at Zhao Cheng expectantly with a look of help.
"What does this mean, Your Majesty?" Zhao Cheng could only say.
Zhao Yong did not answer Zhao Cheng, but emphasized his tone towards Zhao Huai and repeated again: "Ride up!"
Zhao Huai did not dare to disobey the king's order, so he stood up tremblingly and walked to the green-maned horse.
The horse suddenly turned its head and looked at Zhao Huai with its big eyes.
Zhao Huai's heart trembled, he swallowed, and under the gaze of everyone, he lifted up his wide hem and wanted to step onto the horse's back.
It's a pity that Zhao Yong had already ordered someone to remove the stirrups.
Wearing a wide hem and a skirt-like lower garment, Zhao Huai couldn't even take a single step, let alone mount a horse.
How could he go up without the stirrup to help him? No matter how much he kicked his legs, it was all in vain.
Perhaps the green-maned horse was annoyed. Seeing this strange fool rubbing against him, he suddenly turned around and kicked Zhao Huai away with a hoof.
"ah!"
"Pfft!" The beautiful lady at the head suddenly chuckled.
"Hahahahaha..."
The beauties were still covering their faces a little, but the man was already laughing.
Zhao Yong looked indifferent, turned to the old Zhao Yan with cold eyes, and continued: "Zhao Yan, try it!"
"..." Zhao Yan lay prone on the ground, unable to move forward.
Zhao Yong sneered, turned to look at Zhao Cheng and said, "Mr. Anping, do you want to give it a try?"
Zhao Cheng was not annoyed when he saw that his nephew was deliberately humiliating him. He lifted up his hem with a smile and said, "Your Majesty, I am inconvenient to dress today..."
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"Hahahahaha, let me ride for you and see!"
Zhao Yong immediately took off the waist of the king's robe in front of everyone, and put the king's robe in the air under the dull eyes of everyone.
Under the king's robe is a narrow coat, long trousers, and two wristbands to restrain the top, making him look like a horseman!
"ah!"
The beauties also stared blankly at the man beside them, astonished by his behavior.
Zhao Yong stepped down from the high platform amidst the exclamations of the ministers. When the green-maned horse saw its master approaching, he caressed his hand with his head.
Zhao Yong immediately held the reins with one hand, supported the horse's back with one hand, lifted up the hem, and climbed onto the horse's back easily.
Then he drove the horse around in the hall, and the horse's hooves stepped on the luxurious floor, making a crisp sound.
"Kick, kick, stare..."
Zhao Cheng and other die-hards suddenly reacted, and Zhao Yan said loudly and sadly: "Your Majesty, you can't wear barbarian clothes! You can't abandon the rituals of your ancestors!"
"Your Majesty, think twice..."
present? hehe.
Zhao Yong rode on horseback and stared at them condescendingly: "I will tell you today that the etiquette and law systems are all determined by people. The times have changed, and the etiquette and law system should also make corresponding changes!
The people of Wu and Yue wore their hair with tattoos and had their arms folded in the left fold. However, Wu and Yue, a small country, successively dominated the Central Plains because their folk customs were simple and strong.
Look at our Zhao country, surrounded by powerful enemies and snooped by tigers and wolves. And the people of the whole country, wearing wide robes, big sleeves, and elegant manners, are they trying to destroy the country? Looking at you today, you will be complacent with a small victory. If you don't try to change, the country of Zhao will be ruined in the hands of a few people, and the subjects of Zhao will die without a burial place! "
Zhao Yong's words were full of emotion and passion.
The eyes of the ministers were not only surprised but also surprised.
"You must know that in today's era, strength is the basis for maintaining etiquette, and a strong army is the real backing of our Zhao country." Zhao Yong suddenly pulled out the long sword at his waist: "My dignity only lies in this sword Above the front! The truth can only be under the hooves of our Zhao cavalry!"
"Your Majesty, God bless the Kingdom of Zhao!"
"Your Majesty, God bless the Kingdom of Zhao..."
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A vigorous celebration meeting ended on an unhappy note!
That night.
The bright first quarter moon hangs high in the sky, spreading a halo as light as flowing water to the earth. Stars twinkle in the hazy moonlight, complementing each other and creating a tranquil beauty.
In the Longtai Palace under the moonlight, Zhao Yong lay with his hands on the railing of the pavilion, staring blankly at the three or two purple plum trees in front of him under the halo of the moon.
The purple plum trees stand against the cold wind, just like... those stubborn old-schoolers.
"Your Majesty..." Meng Rou called softly.
Zhao Yong turned around, smiled lightly at the beauties, and sat down on the ground.
Si Yue filled a cup of hot tea for him, and Meng Rou placed several sumptuous delicacies in front of him. It didn't seem cold outside in the dead of winter. The square was soft and the surrounding heaters were buzzing. The burning smoke went away with the wind, which made Zhao Yong feel that it felt refreshing.
Coral said softly: "Your Majesty, do you really want to get rid of these gorgeous clothes?" She stood up and walked around leisurely in front of Zhao Yong.
Si Yue and Meng Rou also turned their heads to look at him curiously. The two women were still immersed in his amazing words during the day.
Zhao Yong took a sip of tea and put his hand around Hualu's slender waist. "Hu people have a wolf-like temperament. If you want to fight a wolf, you have to become a wolf first."
"I think the king is the wolf..." Coral twisted her slender waist and escaped from Zhao Yong's arms, avoiding his hands that wanted to do harm.
"Pfft!" When the two girls saw this, they both covered their mouths and chuckled.
Zhao Yong awkwardly waved his sleeves and robe, and then stretched the hem of Meng Rou's skirt next to him: "This thing looks like a mere commodity to a few people. It is useful for court etiquette, but when it comes to the battlefield, it becomes a burden. "
Speaking of this, Zhao Yong seemed to have returned to the battlefield of the past, and the bloody hell of the past reappeared in his eyes.
He couldn't help but sigh and closed his eyes, "You don't know... that bloody Shura field, the soldiers and civilians of Wuzhou who were massacred to delay Lin Hu's army... they are all my subjects."
"Kings……"
"In the end, they all fought and died for me! I want to reform the law now, and I also hope that the subjects of our Zhao country will no longer be harassed by foreign enemies. I hope that the subjects of our Zhao country can live and work in peace and contentment, and that they can live in peace of mind. Home farming." Zhao Yong said seriously.
With these words, not only the three women, but also the eyes of the eunuchs and palace maids standing on both sides shone with a different light.
Zhao Yong suddenly turned his head and asked Si Yue, "Do you think Yue'er should promote riding and shooting in Hu clothes?"
Si Yue raised the corners of his eyes slightly, and a trace of panic suddenly appeared in his eyes, but it passed away in a moment. She immediately took Zhao Yong's arm and said coquettishly: "Your Majesty...how do I, my concubine, and your palace wife know about the affairs of the country? But I think that only those who have fought with Hu people will know whether they should ride and shoot in disgraceful clothes..." …”
Zhao Yong laughed, rubbed Si Yue's hair, and then asked Meng Rou, "What do Rou'er think?"
Meng Rou thought carefully for a moment, then said: "Hmm...I think that the king adapts to the current situation and reforms to strengthen himself. This is a move that benefits the country and the people."
After hearing this, Zhao Yong couldn't help but nodded happily: "You and others are all familiar with the hearts of widows, but Uncle Wang is not as good as a woman."
"Concubine, I see in the palace today that most of the courtiers agree with the reform. Your Majesty, there is no need to worry..." Hualu said with relief.
As soon as Huanhu finished speaking, an eunuch suddenly rushed from a distance and whispered: "Your Majesty, Lord Wu'an and Grand Sima are waiting for summons outside the palace. "
Zhao Yong nodded: "Let them wait at the meeting hall first."
"Here!"
