The war lasted for several months, and the battle reports were sent to the capital one by one.
Looking at these battle reports, all the civil and military ministers in the court were quarreling over the issue of rewards for military merit.
The reason for this is still because of Jia Cong.
It would be fine if Jia Cong performed meritorious deeds alone, and it would be fine if he was suppressed and not sealed.
However, these military achievements were made by Jia Cong together with other generals. If Jia Cong is not granted the title, will others be granted the title?
It will definitely not work if you don't reward those who have made meritorious service. Each of these military exploits was sacrificed with life. If you don't reward those who have made meritorious service, no one will work for you in the future.
It doesn't make sense that everyone else has been banned, but Jia Cong alone is not. After all, they are all joint efforts.
The ministers quarreled and quarreled, but no results came out of the quarrel.
Emperor Longqing was also a little bit noisy about this.
It is a good thing that Jia Cong can make great contributions to the country. As for the issue of rewards, it is actually not too difficult.
The key is that Jia Cong is too young, only thirteen years old this year.
A thirteen-year-old boy held a high position, and most of the ministers had to salute him when they saw him, which was unacceptable to everyone.
Hu Yong said: "Your Majesty, the war is not over yet. You can delay the reward time. After the war is over, it will not be too late to award the reward together."
"What Mr. Chief Assistant said is that after the war is over, we can discuss merit and reward together,"
"Your Majesty, Jia Cong has shown outstanding military talents at such a young age. The country should try to protect him. It is too dangerous to go to the battlefield at such a young age.
The minister suggested that he be transferred back to the capital, where he should be carefully trained and trained in literature and martial arts. When he reaches adulthood, it would not be too late to let him go to the battlefield. "
"Yes, Your Majesty, it's better to recall Jia Cong to the capital. It's too dangerous outside. It's really uneasy to have a child outside."
Niu Jizong almost stopped laughing when he heard this.
These shameless old guys were afraid that Jia Cong would make military exploits again and were eager to get him back. They really thought of all their tricks.
Niu Jizong didn't speak for Jia Cong. He also felt that Jia Cong was too popular and it would be better to come back appropriately to avoid risks. After all, he was still young and there would be plenty of opportunities in the future to avoid being targeted by these old guys all day long.
Niu Jizong was also a little puzzled, how could Jia Cong be so capable?
I have lived for most of my life, and I don’t have a decent military achievement worth showing off.
This guy is good. If he picks out just one item, it will be enough to show off for a lifetime.
Could it be that this kid was born to fight?
"Report, good news has been sent urgently from eight hundred miles east of Liaodong. The barbarians have retreated and we have won."
The originally chaotic court fell silent instantly, and everyone turned their attention to the door of the hall.
Emperor Longqing was overjoyed when he heard this and said loudly: "Bring the news to me quickly and let me see it."
Dai Quan quickly ran down, took the good news and delivered it to Emperor Longqing.
After reading this, Emperor Longqing said happily: "The barbarians were unable to attack for a long time and suffered heavy casualties. They were unable to fight again. In addition, Hong Tai's old injury relapsed and there was turmoil on the grassland, so he hurriedly retreated.
My dear friends, now that the war is over, the reward cannot be delayed any longer, so as not to chill the hearts of the soldiers, we should discuss it carefully. "
The court, which had just calmed down, became lively again.
After a heated debate, it was finally decided to reward those who had made meritorious deeds.
Jia Cong was promoted to the rank of third-rank general, and other military merits were temporarily accumulated, and he would be rewarded after returning to Beijing.
Wang Ziteng commanded the army to win the victory. Emperor Longqing originally wanted to reward him well, but the ministers always opposed it.
The reason is also very simple. Although the battle was won, the enemy retreated on their own initiative. There were several reasons for this. Strictly speaking, the enemy was not defeated.
As the governor of Liaodong, it was his duty to protect the cities under his jurisdiction. He could only be said to have fulfilled his duties, but it was not a great achievement at all.
In this war, all other soldiers who performed meritorious services were rewarded according to their merits.
Niu Jizong said: "Your Majesty, are you sending Jia Cong back to the capital to receive the reward?"
"Your Majesty, no, the war has just ended, and we have also lost a lot of soldiers. It is the time to hire people. How can we send Jia Cong back to the capital at this time?"
Niu Jizong said doubtfully: "Didn't the adults just suggest that Jia Cong should be protected and that Jia Cong should be transferred back to the capital and trained properly? Did I hear it wrong?"
"Huh, one moment and another, now that the war is over, there is no danger in staying in Liaodong. The environment there is harsh, which can temper the will of young people, and is more suitable for young people."
Niu Jizong was completely convinced by these literati, and this was all his reason.
He finally understood that these people did not want Jia Cong to return to the capital to be granted a title. They would never let him return to the capital easily. They wished he could stay in Liaodong forever.
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Jia Zheng returned home from the Yamen. Thinking about some news he heard in the Yamen, he came to Jia Mu's room.
Daiyu, Tanchun and other juniors quickly stood up and saluted.
Jia Baoyu was startled when she saw her father coming, and quickly stood up to greet Jia Zheng.
Seeing this young son come in, Jia's mother said in confusion: "Why are you here? Is there something wrong?"
Jia Zhengdao: "Mother, I heard some news in the Yamen today about Brother Cong. I came here specifically to tell you."
Mother Jia asked in confusion: "Brother Cong, wasn't he fighting in Liaodong? What does it have to do with him?"
When Lin Daiyu, Xichun and others heard this, they couldn't help but become a little worried. They didn't know what happened. They looked at Jia Zheng together, waiting for him to explain.
Jia Zhengdao: "I heard from my colleagues in the yamen that Brother Cong made too many contributions in this war. The adults in the court deliberately suppressed his achievements and did not allow him to be promoted. They only made him a general, saying that he was I will reward him when he returns to Beijing."
Jia Mu also heard some news about Jia Cong's meritorious service. During this period, good news often came to the capital. Almost every time, brother Cong and many well-informed relatives came to report the good news.
I just didn't expect that the adults in the court would join forces to boycott it. How great a contribution is this?
Brother Cong is really talented. In this year, he has made continuous achievements in battles, but he suffered the disadvantage of being too young.
"Now that the court has decided on this matter, we can't use any strength. Brother Cong is still too young. Please discuss it with the boss and send a letter to Brother Cong to remind him.
Let him take it easy on the battlefield in the future, don't be too desperate, and put his own safety first. As for credit, there will be opportunities later, so there is no need to be too eager, and he will save himself from being suppressed everywhere. "
Jia Zhengdao: "What mother said was that those people were afraid of Brother Cong's meritorious service. They said it was to protect him and asked His Majesty to transfer him back to the capital to train him well. When he heard that the war was over, he immediately refused to let him come back. He said it was A harsh environment can temper the will of young people."
Jia Mu snorted and said: "These literati are shameless. In order to achieve their goals, they can turn black into white. The good and the bad are all in their mouths. The truth is all up to them."
After hearing this, Jia Zheng felt that it made sense, but he felt a little uncomfortable in his heart. He was also a literati, okay? By saying this, didn't he also scold himself?
Seeing his look, Mother Jia couldn't help but shake her head. She knew exactly what her son's temperament was.
"You are different from them. You are a true literati. Strictly speaking, they are no longer literati, but a politician. Compared with them, you are simply a saint."
Jia Zheng was stunned when he heard this, am I a saint? Jia Shengren? Fake saint?
Is this a compliment to me? Or scold me? Forget it, I'd better go.
"Mother, I'll tell my elder brother what you mean right now."
After Jia Zheng left, these juniors became active.
Xichun frowned and snorted: "These people are really bad. My brother is fighting for them outside, but they gang up to bully my brother. It's really annoying."
Lin Daiyu said: "As long as brother Cong is safe and sound, we can't help with these matters. We will take care of them when he comes back."
"This star really wants to retire"
Tanchun said: "Since ancient times, civil and military officials have been at odds with each other and have been in conflict with each other. In the Song Dynasty, civil servants governed military affairs. Except for the high status of generals during the founding period, when the country is at peace, it will be dominated by literati. Therefore, these literati do not want to The status of a military commander is too high."
Jia Mu smiled and said, "Three girls do have some knowledge. They are much better than your brothers. It's a pity that they gave birth to a girl."
Lin Daiyu said with a smile: "The third sister wants to be a heroine compared to Hua Mulan."
Tan Chun was as white as Lin Daiyu, and said with a smile: "I really want to be a heroine, but I don't have a good brother to teach me how to practice kung fu. What's the point?"
When Lin Daiyu heard this, her face turned slightly red, but her heart felt sweet.
There are so many sisters, but Brother Cong only teaches me how to practice martial arts. This is my only one.
He glared at Tanchun and scolded with a smile: "Bah, you're talking about me again. Your good brother didn't teach you. Didn't I, a good sister, teach you? Who can you rely on if you don't need to take credit?"
If you put in more effort, maybe you can follow your third brother into battle to kill enemies and become a true heroine? "
When my mother heard this, she was not only dumbfounded, but these little girls really dared to think about it.
"You guys can pull me down. It's not a good place to be in a battlefield where there are fierce soldiers and dangers. You are all wealthy young ladies. You have been well clothed and well-fed since you were young, so you can't bear that kind of suffering.
Those soldiers who don't take a shower for months. If there are too many of them, the smell of sweat alone can make you faint, let alone fighting. Think about it, you can really endure that environment. Come on? "
When several little girls thought about that scene, they found it unbearable. Their faces turned pale with fright, and they hurriedly shook their heads together.
Xichun said: "Old lady, is it really like what you said in the army? How can Qingwen and Han Nianci endure it when they follow their brother? Isn't it hard for him too?"
Jia Mu said: "How can this be false? The Duke of Guo led the army back then, the old Duke Rong and Ning Guo also led the army. My father also led the army at that time. I know this matter much better than you.
However, those who lead troops are definitely different from those who serve as soldiers. The conditions are much better. Brother Cong has a separate camp and will not live with the soldiers, so you don't have to worry. "
Lin Daiyu smiled and said: "Brother Cong does not live in the military camp. He said that he has a courtyard with three entrances in Guangning. He, Qingwen, Han Nianci and others live in the large courtyard outside, but he only goes to the military camp every morning. I trained there all morning and then stopped going in the afternoon.”
Jia Mu shook her head and said with a smile: "Thinking about Brother Cong's temperament, you know that he is not the kind of person who follows the rules. How can he live in the military camp honestly?
I have met Qingwen before. She has a neat temperament. She used to follow Grandma Lai. The Han Nianci you are talking about has probably never been to my place. I have no impression of her at all. What kind of person is she? "
Lin Daiyu said: "Old lady, that Han Nianci was bought by Brother Cong in the market. Her family owns a pharmacy. She has studied medicine since she was a child. She is a female doctor. She has been studying medical skills with Brother Cong in Zhuangzi. This time she went to Liaodong. Follow along together."
Xichun said with a smile: "Old lady, my brother said that he wants to train her to be a goddess doctor."
Jia Mu smiled and said, "That's a good thing. We won't have to hire a doctor from outside in the future. How is this man's medical skills? How old is he?"
Lin Daiyu said: "She is about the same age as sister Ping'er. As for her medical skills, I don't know, but brother Cong has found a lot of medical books for her."
Jia Mu said: "Brother Cong is fighting outside, and it's a good thing that there is a doctor following him. This will make us feel more at ease. The child is quite well prepared and looks like he is doing something important. When he comes back, our family will It is estimated that there will be many princes."
The sisters were very happy when they heard this.
Xichun said worriedly: "Old lady, what if they don't let my brother come back?"
Mother Jia was not worried about this at all. That boy was not a loser. If he was not allowed to come back, what might happen?
Judging from the current situation, none of these people want him to perform meritorious service. As long as the war breaks out again, they will definitely get him back.
Otherwise, they would not want to see another great achievement.
Jia Mu smiled and said: "What are you worried about, girl? With your brother's temperament, if he wants to come back, there are many ways to come back. We don't need to worry about him. He probably also wants to stay outside for a few years. Increase your qualifications."
Xichun sighed and said, "Hey, it's so nice to be at home. I don't know when my brother will come back. I miss him a little."
Jia Mu knew in her heart that if Jia Cong was in a situation like this, once he returned to Beijing and was granted a title, it would probably be difficult for him to get out again.
Not only these civil servants did not want him to go further.
Even the emperor didn't want him to make any more meritorious deeds. If he made any more meritorious deeds, he would have to be granted a royal title. This was definitely not what the emperor wanted to see.
There are only four princes with different surnames in the entire Chu State, and they were granted titles during the founding of the country. Absolutely no one wants to see one more.
Jia's mother would be very happy to be granted the title of Marquis. The Jia family has returned to the top ranks of nobles and is the real nobles in the capital.
