Shenjing City, in the imperial study room of the imperial palace.
Emperor Longqing was sitting on the dragon chair, feeling a little excited.
This kid Jia Cong is so up to date. In just a few months, he killed two of Lao Nu's four big Belles. One was the three Belles, Mang Gurtai, and the other was the big Belle Daishan.
These two people are both Lao Nu's right-hand men, able to conquer battles, follow Lao Nu through life and death, and have made great achievements in battle. They are Lao Nu's most trusted generals and the people with the highest status besides Lao Nu.
If this were changed to Da Chu, it would be equivalent to the four princes.
He looked up at the first assistant Hu Yong, the second assistant Yang Huai, Li Rong, Liu Jin, and the Minister of War Li Guanglu and others.
Emperor Longqing said: "You have also seen the good news. This is already the third military achievement. If the imperial court has not expressed its gratitude, it is too unreasonable. No one will be willing to serve the imperial court in the future."
Everyone has read the good news sent by General He Shiyuan of Guangning.
This time, not only Daishan's head, but also the military flags of the two red flags and a thousand heads of barbarian warriors have been sent to Guangning. This cannot be faked.
Moreover, the military flag and the victory report were sent to the capital for everyone to see.
Hu Yong, the chief minister of the cabinet, cupped his hands and said: "Returning to your majesty, Jia Cong killed a thousand enemies and beheaded Dabeile Daishan, which was a great achievement. In addition, he killed the barbarian envoy and Sanbeile Mang Gurtai." , provoking a war between the barbarians and the Mongolian Khalkha.
These two tribes are a serious problem for our great Chu. Let them fight each other. Even if one party wins, their strength will be greatly damaged. No matter who wins or loses, it will be a huge benefit to our great Chu. This contribution But it’s big.
It's just that the war hasn't stopped yet, and we don't know what the final result will be, so we can postpone the reward. The next two military achievements can be rewarded first. Everything should follow the old military rules. "
Li Guanglu said: "Your Majesty, with these 1,500 heads alone, you can be promoted to a guerrilla general. Killing Dabeile Daishan is a great contribution. This man is not only a commander-in-chief who leads the troops, but also a prince who participates in political decisions.
This contribution is really too great. Even being promoted to the third level is not too much. However, Jia Cong is only twelve years old this year. It is a bit uncomfortable to be promoted too high all of a sudden. "
Second Assistant Yang Huai said: "Your Majesty, what Mr. Li said makes sense. After all, Jia Cong is too young and his official position is too high. It is really inappropriate to let those generals in their thirties and forties be managed by a twelve-year-old boy." Come on, will they feel comfortable with this?"
Li Rong, a bachelor, cupped his hands and said: "Your Majesty, although what the adults said is reasonable, you must not refuse to reward the merits, otherwise it will chill people's hearts. Who will serve your Majesty in the future?
Although Jia Cong is young, he is dedicated to serving the country. He has dedicated several skills to His Majesty, and the benefits he has brought to the country are immeasurable. Now he kills enemies for the country at a young age and has made such great achievements. How can he No reward. "
After listening to the words of several ministers, Emperor Longqing also began to think about it.
This kid Jia Cong is very lucky. He has only been in Liaodong for a few months and has made great achievements. The only shortcoming is that he is too young and his official position is promoted too fast, which is really not a good thing.
As a distinguished nobleman, he had a high starting point. He was a fifth-rank Qianhu when he entered the army. At this rate, he would soon be unable to be promoted.
But if his merits are not promoted, his self-confidence will definitely be damaged. Over time, he will probably become alienated from his morality and become as virtuous as those bureaucrats.
This boy is quite loyal to himself. When he gets good things, he always thinks of me as the emperor and this country first.
Can I be promoted to a noble title without being promoted? This guy joined the army just for the sake of his title.
Emperor Longqing said: "What you all said is very reasonable. The reason why this boy joined the army is to improve his title. Since the official position cannot be promoted too fast, let's give him a title promotion. I believe he will like it more."
Hu Yong, the chief assistant, said: "Your Majesty, even the title cannot be raised too high at once. Just by killing two Baylors and two commanders leading troops, it is enough to make a marquis.
Jia Cong is now a third-grade general. He can be given a first-grade general first. After the war between the two clans is over, and after seeing the situation, he can be given the title of earl or marquis. I believe he will have no objection. "
Emperor Longqing nodded and said: "Okay, let's do it according to the wishes of the chief minister. According to my decree, Jia Cong has made great contributions in killing the enemy and beheading the enemy commander. He has made great contributions. He will be promoted to the rank of guerrilla general and the title of first-class general." .
Tell Jia Cong that I will not treat him badly if he serves the country well. When the war is over, I will give him another reward. "
"Your Majesty, your Majesty, long live my emperor, long live, long live!"
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In the backyard of Rongguo Mansion, in Jia Mu's room.
Jia Mu, Aunt Xue and others, as well as Baochai, Daiyu and other sisters, were talking and laughing together.
At this time, Jia Lian walked in with excitement and said happily: "Old lady, I'm so happy. Just now, Manager Dai sent someone to send news that Brother Cong led his troops deep into the grassland, killed a thousand enemies, and beheaded a large barbarian. Baile Daishan, His Majesty was overjoyed and made Congdi a guerrilla general and promoted his title to a first-class general."
After hearing this, everyone looked at Jia Lian in surprise, surprised and surprised.
Jia Mu was stunned for a moment, then came back to her senses, looked at Jia Lian and asked eagerly: "Lian'er, is this news true? Where is the imperial edict?"
Jia Lian said: "Old lady, this news is absolutely true. The imperial edict has been sent to Liaodong."
My mother laughed loudly when she heard this and said: "Okay, okay, okay, my Jia family finally has another capable kid. Brother Cong, this kid, can not only do things at home, but can also do things outside."
He had only been out for a few days, and he actually caused such a big thing. It was just that he went into battle to kill the enemy at such a young age, which made people feel uneasy. "
Jia Lian smiled and said: "Don't worry, old lady, Congdi is very good at martial arts. He has also made great efforts to train several guards. Their annual training cost is three to fifty thousand taels of silver. It will not be difficult for them to stay by Congdi's side." Something happened."
Jia Mu smiled and said: "That's good, that's good. It's just that the money is spent a bit too much. Our family's annual income is not that much, right?"
Wang Xifeng said with a smile: "Hey, ancestors, just keep your heart in your stomach. Brother Cong is the richest in our family. If you come up with an idea, you can make money. This little money is nothing."
I would also like to congratulate my ancestors and congratulate my ancestors. Brother Cong is so capable. Our Jia family may be able to flourish again. Ancestor, just wait and enjoy the blessings. "
When Aunt Xue heard the news, she was happy for Jia Cong, but also a little disappointed.
It would have been nice if Baochai had not been allowed to enter the palace to be selected, and the two of them could have been brought together. Brother Cong is definitely a good match, but now he has no chance.
At the age of twelve, he has the title of first-grade general, and he is also a fourth-grade guerrilla general leading troops. His future is simply unlimited. This is a golden turtle son-in-law!
Looking at Baochai who was talking to Daiyu and others, he couldn't help but sigh.
The palace only chooses once every three years, and the results will not come until next year. I don’t know what Baochai’s future fate will be?
He turned to face the old lady and said with a smile on his face: "Congratulations, old lady. Brother Cong is a promising boy and will definitely bring glory to his family."
Jia Mu said with a smile: "Brother Cong has been doing troubles since he was a child. After he finished doing things at home, he went out to do things. Since he has this ability, let him do it, and he will not have to do it at home. "
He turned to Jia Lian and asked, "Do Ping'er and Yuanyang in Dongfu know the news?"
Jia Lian said: "I don't know yet. As soon as I got the news, I came to tell the old lady. I will tell them later to make them happy."
Wang Xifeng said: "You don't need to go. I'll go find Ping'er later and tell them the good news."
After hearing the good news, a group of little sisters were also happy for Jia Cong.
In this family, besides the old lady protecting them, Jia Cong is the best to them. He thinks of them and gives them a share of any good things.
During the holidays, they are also considerate, and they are also paid an additional monthly amount of money.
They also really cared about Jia Cong. They were happy for him when they heard that he had made meritorious service and received rewards. However, they were also worried about him when they learned that he was on the battlefield.
Xue Baochai's heart was also a little complicated. He didn't expect that the little kid at the beginning would now become a general leading troops to kill the enemy. He had accomplished great achievements in such a short period of time. It was really a trick of fate.
I remember that when I got along with him, he would always tease me from time to time. It was really annoying and funny, but it felt good to have someone like him.
He smiled at Xichun next to him and said, "Fourth sister, congratulations, your brother is now a first-grade general."
When Xichun heard the news, she was extremely happy. Her brother was really amazing and the most capable.
"Thank you, Sister Bao. My brother has been gone for so long. I miss him a little. I don't know when he will come back?"
Tanchun said: "The third brother has joined the army and is not as free as before. He cannot go home without orders. The third brother is going to make contributions. This is a good thing. If the fourth sister misses him, write a letter to Shang. The team will send it to Third Brother."
Yingchun said with a worried look: "Brother Cong is so disobedient. He went to the battlefield at such a young age. It really doesn't make people worry. No one can blame him. I hope it won't happen, right?"
Although Lin Daiyu knew that Jia Cong was going to join the army, she didn't expect it to be so soon.
I didn't mention anything when I wrote to you last time. It's only been more than two months. Not only did I join the army, I also made great achievements and was even promoted to a noble title. It seems that the last time I went to the grassland, it was not just for business. .
Brother Cong is very thoughtful and may have already had his own plan. With his temperament, he should be fine.
However, after all, he is a little young, and this soldier is in danger. I hope that Brother Cong can be auspicious and safe.
"Second sister, don't worry. Brother Cong has already made his own plan. With his temperament, nothing will happen to him."
Tanchun said: "Sister Lin is right. Third brother will be fine. Second sister, don't worry."
Xue Baochai glanced at Lin Daiyu and said with a smile: "Girl Lin, you don't look worried at all. Did brother Cong say something to you? Tell it so that we can all listen, so that everyone will not worry."
Hearing this, Lin Daiyu glanced at Xue Baochai, rolled her eyes and said with a smile: "We are so young, what can Brother Cong say to us? Sister Bao, do you know anything?"
When you and Brother Cong were together in the past, you two had a lot of fun talking to each other. Did Brother Cong find Sister Bao before he left? I wonder what he said to you? Speak it out and let your sisters listen to it, and gain insights. "
Tanchun looked at Lin Daiyu and then at Xue Baochai. He felt a sour smell in the air and couldn't help covering his mouth and snickering.
Xue Baochai is so shrewd, and Lin Daiyu is as bright as Lin Daiyu.
No matter in terms of talent, intelligence, speech, understanding, or even appearance, the two of them are equally matched.
Lin Daiyu's little tentative thoughts were still caught by Xue Baochai.
Looking at Lin Daiyu, she said with a half-smile: "Brother Cong said something to me, he said he likes..."
Seeing that everyone was looking at her, Xue Baochai decisively shut up and just looked at everyone with a smile.
Daiyu's face changed slightly when she heard this, and then returned to normal. She just looked at Baochai, waiting for her next words.
Xichun said with a smile: "Sister Bao, why have you followed my brother's example and started to breathe heavily when you talk?"
Lin Daiyu remembered a joke told by Jia Cong and couldn't help but laugh out loud.
Looking at Xue Baochai, he said with a narrow look: "What Sister Bao said next must be shit. Sister Bao was halfway through what she said and accidentally swallowed the rest."
Several people were stunned when they heard this, and then laughed.
Xue Baochai was both angry and funny. He pointed at Lin Daiyu and said: "Girl Lin, you are getting more and more clueless with your mouth. You can compete with Brother Cong. Brother Cong said he liked Sister Lin, but he was You treat it like shit.”
After saying that, he looked at Lin Daiyu with a smile and said to himself, "This little girl like you is so uneasy and kind-hearted. Now you have trapped yourself in it, right?"
Lin Daiyu stopped smiling when she heard this, blinked her eyes, and said with a smile: "Sister Bao is always talking nonsense. I guess Brother Cong must have said that he likes Sister Bao, but Sister Bao still doesn't recruit her from the truth."
Tanchun, Yingchun, and Xichun watched the two fighting each other and laughed and watched the excitement.
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Jia Cong's return to Guangningcheng immediately caused a sensation.
When some generals heard the news, they immediately ran over, asking questions about this and that along the way, inquiring about information on the grassland.
Jia Cong said: "Generals, I understand what you mean. Let me go to the General Military Mansion to hand in my duties first. Then we will discuss in detail. I will tell you everything I know."
Everyone agreed and went to the General Military Mansion together.
Looking at He Shiyuan who was coming out, Jia Cong took a few steps, cupped his hands and said, "Jia Cong, the last general, pays homage to the general. I'm here today to give you my order."
He Shiyuan looked Jia Cong up and down and said with a smile: "I hope I can come back safely. I have been worried all day long during this period. Tell me, how is the situation on the grassland now?"
