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Like Zhang Cheng, Liu Manniu, and Li Pi, most of the civil and military officials in Huamachi Camp had a favorable impression of He Zhang after meeting him. They thought that although He Zhang was not warm and friendly, he was not like him either. According to rumors, they are generally unruly, arrogant, and disobedient to discipline, which is basically normal.
Therefore, everyone thought that today's meeting was just a formality. As members of the core team that Zhao Junchen relied on, everyone just took advantage of today's opportunity to get acquainted with each other, and there would be no twists and turns.
However, at this moment, He Zhang suddenly thought about Zhao Junchen's words and said: "Sir Zhao, there is one thing. I must understand your thoughts and attitudes."
Seeing He Zhang's serious expression, Zhao Junchen took a deep look at He Zhang, nodded and said, "Excuse me, General He."
He Zhang's expression became more serious, and he asked in a deep voice: "Beizhi is about to take over the new war soldiers. This matter is also related to the new war soldiers... Beizhi wants to know what the new war soldiers formed by Mr. Zhao are. Where does it belong? Is it the border army of the imperial court? Or is it your private army, Mr. Zhao? After this year's fire screening of the invaders, what will happen to this new army of soldiers? Will it belong to the commander-in-chief of the Governor's Mansion? Or will it be returned to the major military towns? ? Or are we still just following your orders, Mr. Zhao? How will the pay for this new army of soldiers be solved? Is the Governor's Mansion in charge? Or are you personally in charge, Mr. Zhao? After leading this army in a humble position, can you take over all the powers and responsibilities? ? In the appointment and dismissal of generals in this army, will Beiji have the final say from now on? Or will it be you, Mr. Zhao? When leading troops in battle, does Beiji have the right to make emergency decisions? Or maybe Beiji is just a clay statue of Bodhisattva, and all actions are controlled by Do you need Mr. Zhao to make the decision himself?”
This series of questions is more intense and sensitive than the last!
As He Zhang finished speaking, the lobby of the Governor's Mansion suddenly fell silent. Everyone was stunned, finally seeing the rebellious side of He Zhang! I finally found out that the rumors were true, He Zhang was by no means a fuel-efficient person!
Ever since Zhao Junchen formed a new army of soldiers, everyone has been murmuring about the ownership and nature of this powerful army.
It is no exaggeration to say that the new army of soldiers will have a profound impact on the future situation of Shaanxi and Gansu. The four major military towns are unable to check and balance. If this army only obeys Zhao Junchen's orders from now on, and stays in Shaanxi and Gansu, In the territory of Shaanxi and Gansu, the imperial court will have the final say in the future of Shaanxi and Gansu? Or does Zhao Junchen have the final say?
However, these issues are too sensitive, and the top priority now is to resist the Mongolian invasion, so no one has dared to mention it to Zhao Junchen.
No one expected that He Zhang would raise these questions in public after getting Zhao Junchen's important appointment! He never considered whether Zhao Junchen would be embarrassed or angry!
After being shocked, everyone turned their attention to Zhao Junchen, waiting for Zhao Junchen's answer. Some people even looked nervous.
Under the gaze of everyone, Zhao Junchen's demeanor was no longer as enthusiastic and gentle as before, but he also did not have any intention of becoming angry. He just looked at He Zhang deeply, his expression seemed a little helpless.
"This He Zhang is indeed talented and knowledgeable, but why are these people with real abilities always difficult to control? Zhao Shancai is like this, and He Zhang is like this... After Qi Bin received my summons, he didn't arrive for a long time. I am afraid that I have some thoughts in my heart when I serve Huamachi Camp..."
Zhao Junchen sighed secretly in his heart.
From a certain point of view, He Zhang's worries are not unreasonable. The formation of the new war army is indeed a move by Zhao Junchen to intervene in military power and even to support the self-respect of the army. Naturally, he will not let it go easily! Zhao Junchen asked He Zhang to command the new army of war soldiers. He just wanted to use He Zhang's reputation and ability to lead troops to make up for his own shortcomings in military art and strategy, and by the way, He Zhang was used to block Youyou's mouth. But for war, Naturally, the power of appointment and dismissal and the final decision of the Bingxin Army must be firmly held in one's own hands.
However, Zhao Junchen would never express these thoughts openly.
Finally, Zhao Junchen said slowly: "In the whole world, is it the land of the king? On the shore of the land, is it the minister of the king! I am taking over the military affairs of Shaanxi and Gansu now, it is just a temporary measure. The formation of a new army of soldiers is also to resist the Mongol invasion. An expedient measure! I will return to the center of the capital sooner or later. I have no idea of long-term control of the military. After this year's war is over, where will this new army of soldiers go? I will ask for your majesty's will, and everything will be done with the attitude of the imperial court. Lord!... General He, I know what you are worried about, but if I really wanted to have an army with self-respect, why would I deliberately let you command this powerful army? Wouldn't it be more convenient to find a general who is easy to control? good?"
When expressing his stance, Zhao Junchen looked upright and sworn, but only Zhao Junchen himself knew what his true thoughts were!
At the same time, after hearing Zhao Junchen's explanation, everyone present had different expressions.
People like Li Ru'an, Guan Wuyuan, Niu Fude, Su Xiqing and others were all slightly disappointed, while Zheng Jiadong, Zhou Bo and others had more relaxed expressions, while Liu Manniu, Zhang Cheng, Li Pi and others had complicated expressions.
Zhao Junchen ignored the changes in everyone's expressions and continued: "As for General He's authority after leading the army... I am not familiar with military strategy and tactics. Naturally, I will not interfere in military training, marching and formation, and the appointment and dismissal of lower-level officers. Rewards and punishments are all decided by General He! However, the deployment and organization of the new army, combat objectives, and the appointment of senior officers are still decided by me, but General He can also put forward his own suggestions as a reference... This way What does General He think of the arrangement?"
Zhao Junchen now dominates the military and political affairs of Shaanxi and Gansu, and the new fighting army was founded by Zhao Junchen. After He Zhang accepted this army, it was naturally impossible for He Zhang to completely abandon Zhao Junchen. Zhao Junchen's attitude was already a big concession.
Therefore, He Zhang was very satisfied after hearing what Zhao Junchen said and did not force more.
I saw He Zhang bowing to Zhao Junchen and saying: "In this case, I can feel relieved! I hope that the imperial envoy will forgive me for my recklessness and petty thoughts. But if these things are not asked clearly, I will not be able to lead the troops." I can’t rest at ease! Since the Imperial Envoy is so open-minded and aboveboard, I will definitely treat the Imperial Envoy as a leader and obey orders from now on!"
He Zhang's words showed his loyalty to Zhao Junchen!
In fact, in He Zhang's mind, it was a gift from Zhao Junchen to let him command the new army of soldiers, and it was natural for him to be loyal to Zhao Junchen.
However, compared to Zhao Junchen, He Zhang was more loyal to the imperial court. Only after he was sure that Zhao Junchen would not harm the interests of the imperial court, he was willing to express his submission to Zhao Junchen!
On the other side, after hearing He Zhang's statement, Zhao Junchen secretly smiled bitterly in his heart, and fully understood the reason why He Zhang had been repeatedly excluded over the years!
For a selfish official like Zhao Junchen, although He Zhang is capable and loyal, he cannot be regarded as a confidant!
But on the surface, Zhao Junchen looked relieved, nodded and said with a smile: "In that case, from today on, the new army will be entrusted to General He!"
Next, Zhao Junchen told He Zhang about the current situation of the new soldiers.
In fact, Zhao Junchen's tolerance of He Zhang is not without reason. Today's new army of warriors has not been long established, and it is really a mess. Only a battlefield veteran like He Zhang can handle it properly!
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