Many ministers couldn't help but have doubts in their hearts.
Could it be that after proclaiming himself a duke and establishing the country, Liu Zhang also began to pay attention to the power of his advisers?
Everything is just baseless speculation. Liu Zhang, as the person involved, is no different from Jia Xu and Xun You.
At this moment, Liu Zhang suddenly stood up from his seat.
"My dear ministers, the four armies of the East, Central, North and Imperial Guards are the pillars of the future of our Qin State. They are also the backbone of our efforts to clean up troubled times and eliminate rebellion!"
"I once again ordered that all states and counties must fully cooperate with the recruitment of soldiers in the four major military regions!"
The ministers did not dare to neglect and responded in unison.
"I obey the order!"
Four military regions and an army of 300,000 people can be said to be Liu Zhang's support for future hegemony.
For the current Qin State, there is actually no burden to supply an army of 300,000.
Whether it is from economy, population, food, logistics, etc.
Thinking about it from another angle, Qin's strength has actually more than doubled!
Before leaving Hanzhong in the north, the total number of Yizhou troops and horses was less than 150,000, but now the number has doubled!
However, the power of Yongliang Prefecture is far inferior to that of Yizhou.
This shows that with the current recruitment situation, it is also necessary to consume the power of Yizhou to fill the two states of Yongliang.
If you add in the 24 counties and 254 counties of Yi, Yong, and Liang, the total military strength has already exceeded 500,000!
Fortunately, the total population under Liu Zhang now exceeds eight million.
In conjunction with the popular military and civilian garrisons in Qin, it was enough to withstand the pressure of more than 500,000 troops.
Historically, after Cao Pi usurped the Han Dynasty, Wei's military strength was only 500,000.
From this point of view, Qin's current strength of 300,000 troops is also very reasonable.
"Looking at it from this point of view, our Qin State's first court meeting was a complete success, and Qin State's future strategy also has a clear plan."
"Okay, that's all I have to say today."
"The minister ordered Jia Xu, the minister's servant shot Xun You, Jingzhao Yinwei coveted, Yizhou engaged Deng Zhi, and the minister Jiang Wan."
"General Tai Shi Ci, general of the left, Fazheng, general of military advisor, and Ma Chao, general of Pingbei."
"Those who were called by their names will stay. If the others are fine, they can stay here today!"
The ministers looked at each other and saw that no one spoke again. After saluting together, they all exited the Weiyang Palace.
After everyone left, Liu Zhang also stepped down from the main seat.
The few people who were left behind silently watched Liu Zhang's footsteps, some doubtful and some anxious.
This was especially obvious to Ma Chao. If it weren't for the serious atmosphere of the palace, he would have been unable to help but question.
Liu Zhang walked to the center of several people, and this familiar feeling made him breathe a sigh of relief.
"Huh, I'm really not used to it..."
Liu Zhang's voice was very low, almost no different from a mosquito.
However, he was still captured by Jia Xu, who had excellent hearing, and was given a somewhat thoughtful look.
"Ahem."
Liu Zhang coughed twice and regained his majesty as Duke of Qin.
"Gong Yan."
Jiang Wan hesitated for a moment and quickly walked to Liu Zhang.
"Wei Chen is here."
Liu Zhang looked at Jiang Wan who was bowing respectfully, with a strange look in his eyes.
Before this, also in Weiyang Palace, Jiang Wan was not so cautious at all.
In fact, nothing has changed. It is just the formal promulgation and founding of the country. It seems that everything has changed.
"Gong Yan, I will promote you to govern Yizhou and go to Chengdu to help Dong He govern Yizhou."
"What...!"
Jiang Wan exclaimed, his face full of disbelief.
With the absence of the governor of Yizhou, Yizhou Biejia has become the first in command, and Zhizhong has become the second in command!
Was this promoted to Yizhou Zhizhong?
This kind of promotion speed is simply terrifying!
Liu Zhang smiled and was very satisfied with Jiang Wan's surprised expression.
"Why, Gong Yan thinks he's not up to the task?"
Jiang Wan was indeed a great talent, and he returned to normal in just a moment.
"Why don't you dare? Jiang Wan will definitely live up to Duke Qin's high expectations!"
Feeling Jiang Wan's inner confidence, Liu Zhang was also confident.
If there were any worries before because of Jiang Wan's young age, they have all disappeared now.
"Gong Yan, do you know why Gu asked you to go to Yizhou?"
Jiang Wan frowned slightly and fell into deep thought.
As Liu Zhang personally discovered him, he was sent to Yizhou, probably to monitor the situation in Yizhou for Liu Zhang.
This was also Jiang Wan's first reaction.
However, the Qin State had just been established, and Jiang Wan absolutely did not believe that Liu Zhang would appoint someone he did not trust to the post of Yizhou.
That's why he didn't answer immediately.
Seeing Liu Zhang's slightly meaningful smile, Jiang Wan suddenly realized.
"Duke Qin wants the ministers to help the Eastern Army through the power of the Prefectural Mufu to deal with Liu Bei?"
Liu Zhang nodded, a hint of appreciation flashing in his eyes.
"Yes, Jingzhou is our next target, and the formation of the Eastern Army is crucial!"
"Yizhou Biejia Donghe is an upright man and rigorous in his work. If he had to do everything himself, I'm afraid he would be exhausted to death."
"After arriving in Yizhou, you two will cooperate with each other to handle Yizhou's government affairs."
Since Liu Zhang recognized Dong He so much, Jiang Wan had no worries anymore. "Wei Chen obeys your orders!"
Liu Zhang patted Jiang Wan on the shoulder and gave him an expectant look.
"Gong Yan, Dong He's ability to govern states and counties is among the best in the world! If you get close to him, you will definitely learn a lot!"
Being able to educate an outstanding talent like Dong Yun will definitely be of great help to Jiang Wan.
Liu Zhang believed that Jiang Wan's talents would reach a higher level after Dong He's teachings and this training in Yizhou.
Even if he does not reach Zhuge Liang's height in the future, he will surely become the successor of the older generation.
"Jiang Wan will definitely live up to Duke Qin's high expectations!"
Jiang Wan bowed and said nothing more to show his loyalty.
Jiang Wan could only repay Liu Zhang's expectations and cultivation with practical actions.
"Gong Yan, wait a moment."
Just as Jiang Wan turned around to leave, Liu Zhang quickly stopped him.
"Mr. Qin, do you have any other orders?"
Liu Zhang blinked and showed a weird smile.
"Gong Yan, this time you go to Shu with former general Huang Zhong and others. I will ask Huang Zhong to escort 10,000 horses to Yizhou."
"When you get familiar with government affairs in Yizhou, give a thousand war horses to the big-eared bandits!"
"Don't let this thief feel that his words are unreliable. Let the big-eared thief see what kind of person Jiang Gongyan he looks down on is really!"
Jiang Wan burst into tears of gratitude and bowed down again.
Although Liu Zhang did not say it explicitly, Jiang Wan had long understood the other meaning behind Liu Zhang's arrangements for him to go to Yizhou.
If you simply want to practice government affairs, Liangzhou and Yongzhou are both suitable!
Choosing Yizhou just allowed me to personally express the bad breath in my heart!
"Thank you, Mr. Qin!"
