After six days, Mrs. Fan fell into a busy scene outside the city. The outside of the city turned into a huge pasture. Looking from the city, the southern city turned into a sea of cattle. There were also many Turks who were carrying a bag of cattle. The bundled sheepskins and cowhide were put on the cart. In addition, there were more than a hundred carts of gold, silver, jewelry, jade, and prairie treasures.
The soldiers could not see gold, silver, jewelry, jade and rare treasures, but they could see livestock and furs. Some soldiers could not help but reach out and stroke the soft wool. These are fine sheepskins and have always been necessary in winter. Mrs. Fan They are also sold in the city's market. A good-quality sheepskin costs about two strings of money. If it is transported to Daxing City, it will cost less.
These properties are either the spoils of the Sui army; or they are compensation and ransom from Qi Minke. In order to get rid of these plague gods as soon as possible, he made people travel day and night to deliver the properties of the northern and southern Khans. If the gold and silver were not enough, he would They had no choice but to use the furs that the grassland people relied on for survival and protection from the cold. Even the cow hides that were stocked for armor were brought here.
Yang Ji was not very interested in these materials. He was more interested in the Han people who had returned from the Turks and the population plundered by the Sui soldiers. These two large areas, plus the residents of Madam Fan's City, amounted to at least 20 people. Thousands of people.
These people are also the spoils of Yang Ji's battle. According to past practice, these people will be dispersed in various states and counties in Liangzhou to enrich the population of Liangzhou.
When the sun rose, all kinds of supplies had been loaded onto the carts. Xue Ju and Ling Jing galloped over on horseback and said to Yang Ji outside the city gate: "Your Majesty, the inventory and loading has been completed."
"How is it? Are there any problems with these items?" Yang Ji asked with a smile.
"Qimin Khan wanted to send us away early, so he didn't dare to do anything. The compensation and ransom he gave were only a lot more." Xue Ju said with a smile: "And those sheepskins are in excellent condition and are all top quality. I used to do this kind of sheepskin business. When a complete sheepskin is shipped to Daxing, there is enough profit of three or four strings of money. If the price difference is included, then we will get even more."
"Haha!" Yang Ji thought of Qimin Khan's aggrieved look and couldn't help but laugh heartily: "Are you all ready?"
"Everything is ready and ready to go at any time." Ling Jing said with a smile.
"That's good!" Yang Ji suddenly waved the armor-piercing black golden tree in his hand and made a stroke against the city wall. As he turned his wrist, powder splattered on the stone pillar, and he carved lines of large characters on it.
"At the time of the Qin Dynasty, when the moon was bright and the Han Dynasty passed, the people of the Great Wall have not returned, but the flying generals of the Dragon City are here, and they will not teach Hu Ma to cross the Yin Mountains!" The majestic voice echoed under the deep doorway, with an indescribable heroic spirit.
The generals behind him could not help but feel their blood boiling with excitement. Changsun Sheng, who heard the movement and came to watch, looked at the flying dragons and phoenixes, the colorful and murderous words, couldn't help but clapped his hands in praise, and laughed loudly: "That's a good saying, 'If you make the flying generals of Dragon City exist, you won't teach Huma how to cross the Yin Mountains'. Your Majesty is so courageous!"
Ling Jing looked at the words and then at the proud Yang Ji. He tried his best to suppress the excitement in his heart and said with cupped hands: "As soon as this poem came out, your Majesty, you will shame those literati who can only chant the wind and the moon and moan without illness to death, but you don't know What is the name of this poem?”
Yang Ji was startled when he heard the words. He just felt that he couldn't vent his pride, and he thought about Qimin Khan being named the King of Longcheng County, so he drew his sword and carved this poem here. At this moment, after listening to Ling Jing's question Then he said: "It's called "Crossing the Fortress"!"
Looking at a group of excited civil and military personnel, Yang Ji said: "Soldiers, go home!"
"go home!"
"Ouch, ouch!"
. . . . . .
Time flies, and it is late June of the first year of Daye. The summer in Guanzhong is extremely hot. After a summer rain, Daxing City became extremely hot and muggy under the sun. The raindrops hanging on the treetops were particularly dazzling under the sunlight, and the steam on the ground was steaming, making it unbearable. Only the summer cicadas, moistened by the rain and dew, screamed more cheerfully and energetically.
In this hot summer, as the news of Yang Ji's victory over the Turkic army came, it once again caused an uproar.
Yang Ji first fought in the Great Lakes area for several months and won several tough battles. His men and horses were exhausted and his numbers were severely reduced. Therefore, in the inference of many generals, it was only reasonable that he should retreat as soon as possible and stop his troops to rest; But Yang Ji's performance was once again beyond expectations. Under such circumstances, he actually dared to ride eastward. Everyone didn't know whether to call him confident or greedy for credit. What's even more incredible is that he actually won the battle again, destroying all the remaining vitality in the western Turks.
Regarding the bloody storm caused by Yang Ji in the grassland, many people with ulterior motives felt that Yang Ji was too cruel. In order to achieve their own interests, they condemned him from the moral high ground one after another, and then repeated the same old tune about him being cruel and inhumane. He will be punished by God in the future... But ordinary people applauded this one after another, wishing that Yang Ji would be more brutal and kill the Turks as a scourge as soon as possible.
"Meet Aye!" In Daxing Palace, Yang Zhao dragged his fat body into Yang Guang's study.
"No gift!" Yang Guang looked at his son who seemed to have lost a lot of weight, and felt helpless in his heart. This fat son was like a skin bag. He gained weight in the winter; but in the hot summer, he lost weight again. I have lost weight over and over again, and I don’t know how old I am.
In this regard, the emperor Yang Guang was powerless. Although he was extremely knowledgeable, medical skills were not his strong point. Of course, even Empress Xiao and the imperial doctor who had superb medical skills were unable to do anything for Yang Zhao. But fortunately, Yang Zhao's physical condition gradually improved, which is a relatively good phenomenon.
When he saw his son beaming with joy, he waved his hand and said, "Sit down."
"Thank you Aye!" Yang Zhao did not sit down, but raised his hands and said: "Aye, good news came from the front line. Uncle Wei Wang won another great victory. Not only did he take Madam Fan's City, but his partial division was still in the Turks. The grasslands in the southern part of the Northern Khan's court were destroyed, and Lifu deployed an army of 50,000 to 60,000 people... forcing Qimin Khan to come to the door in person to request. It is said that Qimin Khan will kidnap his son and bring him to court to plead guilty."
Yang Guang stood up immediately and said eagerly: "Show me the battle report?"
"Here!" Yang Zhao presented a battle report and a private letter written by Yang Ji to Yang Guang.
Yang Guang looked at the battle report, was stunned for a long time, and said to his son with great emotion: "I have to admit, this Vajra slave is really good at fighting. There are all kinds of destructive means in endlessly, and it is difficult to guard against them. Don't say that there is no way to avoid it. If it had been me, I would have fallen into the trap."
A man as proud as Yang Guang was also convinced by Yang Ji's fighting ability.
"In the Sui Dynasty, I am really lucky to have my uncle Wang to protect the frontier." Yang Zhao chuckled and said jokingly: "My grandfather and uncle have achieved the reputation of brothers, brothers, respectful brothers, wise kings and wise kings; Aye and Uncle Wang are also good Give more, this is not asking the seniors to be more beautiful than the previous ones."
"Haha! That makes sense." Yang Guang nodded and opened Yang Jixin with a smile. His eyes almost popped out when he saw it, and then he burst into laughter.
"Aye..." Yang Zhao looked at his father who was out of breath with laughter inexplicably, feeling confused.
"Ouch, Vajra Slave is really good at causing trouble, haha, it's so funny!" After a while, Yang Guang said with a smile: "Once this kid makes a move, he is always so shocking, and he has never let me down. , this move is so beautiful to eliminate the weeds. Did you know? That guy actually asked the gelding master to geld more than 20,000 elite Turkic soldiers, and then sold them to Qimin Khan at a high price. You said, these 'elite soldiers' will go back What else can you do in the future?”
Yang Zhao was stunned for a long time, and then he couldn't help laughing and said: "Besides being a eunuch, what else can you do?"
Yang Guang thought that what Qimin Khan had redeemed at a high price was a group of eunuchs who could no longer fight. He couldn't help laughing again. After a while, he asked again: "Vajra slaves have achieved such a great victory, how can Qimin be forced to fight again?" The Khan had to kidnap his son and bring him to Beijing, what reward do you think I should give him?"
Speaking of this, Yang Guang began to have a headache. Yang Ji's wars were consecutive, and his contribution was really not small. First, he got rid of Murong Bei, who was about to become a danger, and took over the wealthy Great Lakes area, making it a It is not an exaggeration to say that the Sui Dynasty actually controlled a piece of land that opened up the territory; the Great Lakes area in the Sui Dynasty not only gave northern Liangzhou a huge strategic depth, but also threatened the Turks in turn. Then, Yang Ji defeated the Turkic army that invaded the Great Lakes area, and by the way brought the war to the Turks.
The combination of these great achievements cannot be offset by naming Yang Shuang as the "Founding King of Wei Zhao". However, although Yang Ji has not reached the point where he has no rewards or no titles, he is only a man in his early twenties after all. The little guy, some official positions cannot be sealed, so he can't be allowed to join the court and become a capital official, right?
Although he could be like Yang Shuang and enter the court as a concierge or something, but the difference between Yang Ji and Yang Shuang is that his ability is directly proportional to the cost of getting into trouble. With his temper, if he comes back as a capital official, The court must be driven into a frenzy by him... This kind of trouble-making ability is certainly what Yang Guang needs, but Yang Guang has not yet had enough control over the world since he came to the throne. If Yang Ji is rashly transferred back to cause trouble , this surging undercurrent of the Sui Dynasty must be made more chaotic and uncontrollable by him.
Yang Zhao also understood his father's dilemma. After thinking about it, he said, "My child has an opinion on this."
"Then tell me." Yang Guang knew that his eldest son was very smart, and his huge body was full of wisdom and talent.
Yang Zhao said: "Although Uncle Wang is young, he is brave and good at fighting. There are people in North Korea who can compare with him. With him guarding the border, it is like having an extra Great Wall and an indestructible blade. No matter where he is guarded, no matter where he is, Everything will be peaceful, and it is the aliens who should be worried."
"Of course, with Uncle Wang's achievements and talents, he is more than enough to be the Prime Minister of the Council. However, he has a fiery temperament and conducts himself like a soldier. He attacks heavily but is not good at defending. Letting him defend the border is to play to his strengths. , if he is allowed to serve as an official in the court, it will be a disadvantage, and it is not the best choice. In my opinion, it is better to continue to let him stay on the border. "
"It makes sense." Yang Guang nodded and asked with a headache: "Although he is already the Liangzhou Mu, the Right Guard General, the Champion General, the Jin Ziguanglu Doctor, and the Shangzhu Kingdom, and he is not suitable to enter. I am an official in the court, but I can’t refuse to reward you, right?”
"There are indeed very few places where Uncle Wang can be promoted. However, Aye can start from other places! For example, he can imitate Emperor Ming of the Han Dynasty." Yang Zhao said: "In the third year of Yongping, Emperor Liu Zhuang of the Han Ming Dynasty was in Luoyang Nangong. Yuntai Pavilion ordered people to draw portraits of twenty-eight generals. These twenty-eight generals made great achievements in the process of Han Guangwu's unification of the world and the rejuvenation of the Han Dynasty. They were known as the Twenty-eight Generals of Yuntai in history. All generals are proud to be selected for Yuntai. If Aye does the same, it will not only give the generals the honor they deserve, but also inspire the Sui generals."
Yang Guang's eyes lit up and he said: "This is a good suggestion! It's just that there are too many generals in our court. Twenty-eight generals alone are definitely not enough, but if the number is expanded, it will not be enough to show their honor. If it is done rashly Why, rashly selecting people to join the ranks will definitely make a lot of people dissatisfied. When you go back, give me a detailed charter."
"My child obeys your orders!" Yang Zhao cupped his hands and said.
Yang Guang picked up Yang Ji's letter and read it carefully. He was deeply interested in the colonial policies and colonies mentioned in the letter.
Opening up new territories is the strong desire of every aspiring emperor, and Yang Guang is no exception. He dreams of planting the red flag of the Sui Dynasty in every inch of the world. However, he has not yet taken the throne to consider more distant places. , and more importantly, the "imperial wall of the empire" mentioned by Yang Ji made him think deeply; but just like the colonial policy proposed by Yang Ji, although the Sui Dynasty cannot actually occupy every inch of land for the time being, it can take the lead culturally. It will naturally fall into place by then.
"The Vajra slave has made great achievements this time. I have to send an important minister to reward the army. By the way, I will go to the Western Regions on my behalf to express the goodwill of the Sui Dynasty and let them accept the Sui merchants and the culture of the Sui Dynasty." Yang Guang pondered for a moment. , and then said: "Originally, Gao Jiong served as the envoy to the Western Regions and was the best choice to go to the Western Regions, but he is responsible for the construction of the canal, so naturally he cannot leave. Which country do you think is more suitable?"
Yang Zhao thought for a moment and then said: "My child recommends Pei Xiangguo!"
"Come with me. The late emperor said before that Changsun Sheng is the best candidate for the Turkic envoy, and Pei Ju is our great talent to open up the Western Regions." Yang Guang then ordered the eunuch on standby: "Xiang Pei Xiangguo has an audience. !”
"Here!" the eunuch responded and left.
Yang Zhao cupped his hands and said, "Aye, if nothing happens, will the child resign?"
Yang Guang nodded, "Go ahead."
"Here!" Yang Zhao retreated.
Yang Guang picked up the battle report again and read it. He pondered for a long time and said to the person who served the imperial edict: "Although Qimin Khan was ambitious and offended the Sui Dynasty, he was the king of a country after all and he accepted his punishment. Our Sui Dynasty also We cannot lose the magnanimity of our superior state. Immediately pass on my decree and order Shi Xiang to go to Zhangye to welcome Qimin into the court."
Shi Xiang quelled the rebellion of King Yang Liang of the Han Dynasty. He was promoted to the rank of general due to his meritorious service. He was worshiped as the Minister of Honglu and was in charge of ethnic affairs and foreign affairs reception activities. A few years ago, it was he who went to Turks to welcome Qimin Khan to the court to congratulate him. .
"As you command!"
