"That's nonsense! What I got was all a reward from the late emperor. What does it have to do with the Li family? If you feel aggrieved, why don't you go to the officials and dare to spread rumors about the truth among the people!" After hearing this, there was no need to elaborate. Su Fengji understood what was going on.
There is another connection between Su Fengji and Li Song. When Liu Zhiyuan came to Beijing and rewarded meritorious ministers, he awarded Li Song's mansion to Su Fengji.
Su Fengji was also a wonderful man. He not only took over Li Song's residence in Tokyo, but also took away his residence in Xijing and some of his properties. Moreover, many treasures and treasures that were buried in Li Song's house before he moved north with the Khitans were unearthed.
After Li Songnan returned to Tokyo, he naturally did not dare to ask for help from Su Fengji, who was in the center of power and was favored. Moreover, he went to the house in person to present the deeds of his residence in the two capitals. Unexpectedly, it would have a bad effect and make Su Fengji unhappy. In Su Fengji's view, Li Song was reminding him about occupying other people's property.
At this time, Su Fengji was even more dissatisfied when he heard Li Chengyan's resentful words about the Li family and already harbored revenge.
...
It is late mid-spring, the weather is getting warmer, and the land of the Central Plains has been covered with a layer of green again. Although it is still not rich enough, it is still a breath of hope.
Since the end of the Fengxiang war, the Han Dynasty has finally calmed down, Fangzhen has calmed down, and the people have become less turbulent. The impact of a great victory over the Shu army has spread quietly. Things like people's hearts and minds always make you feel its existence unconsciously.
On the whole, the food shortage in the Han Dynasty has not been solved, especially when the Southern Tang Dynasty cut off the trade between the two countries, and Tokyo was especially short of food. However, when everything recovers, there will always be an environment where powerful countries have nothing to eat in winter. In addition, Liu Chengyou's several edicts and positive policies to calm the people also gave the people some hope.
Nowadays, in the streets of Tokyo, there are indispensable words to promote the diligent and thrifty government officials. The lives of the people are hard, and their hatred is attracted to the extravagant nobles like Su Fengji.
Although the emperor is young, he has the image of a wise king. It is the ministers who are incompetent and contemptuous.
What makes Liu Chengyou feel a little relieved is that unlike before, there was constant bad news. In the imperial court, except for "confident" ministers such as Su Fengji, Liu Xin, and Shi Hongzhao, the extravagant style was actually curbed to a large extent. After all, it was the emperor's initiative.
In addition, although the Khitan was ready to make a move before, they finally restrained themselves, allowing Liu Chengyou and Youzhou to breathe a sigh of relief. It is said that there is a rebellion among the nobles in Khitan. As for the separatist forces in the south, they became honest after seeing Hou Shu being beaten violently.
And one after another, the towns and villages also escorted part of the taxes that should have been paid last year to Tokyo. Although they are all poor and the amount is not large, it adds up to a lot. And, this is a signal.
As Liu Chengyou's imperial uncle, Hedong Jiedushi Liu Chongjin received the most gifts. After all, Hedong had been stable for several years. Last year, Liu Zhiyuan entered the Central Plains. Although the treasury was exhausted, the states in Hedong poured out their blood for it, and a large number of soldiers and civilians left the country, they were still under control.
"Your Majesty, this is a matter drawn up by the Privy Council to reward the meritorious officers of each army in the battle against Shu." In the Chui Gong Palace, Guo Wei and Wei Renpu came together to see the reward and presented it to Liu Chengyou: "Your Majesty, please take a look at it."
After submitting it, Liu Chengyou unfolded it and glanced at it for a few times, then put it down. Without much hesitation, he picked up his pen and made instructions. The most important thing is to commend Wang Jun and other generals. They have already been issued in the previous round, and this is just a follow-up addition.
"The Western Frontier has been secured. Fengxiang can be handed over to Wang Jun to gradually control it, and the Imperial Army can be returned!" Liu Chengyou said.
Wang Jun was directly promoted to Fengxiang Jiedu Envoy. According to Liu Chengyou's wishes, he planned to recall the imperial army from the Western Expedition.
Hearing this, Guo Wei was slightly surprised and glanced at Liu Chengyou, but seeing that his expression remained normal, he raised his hand and said, "Yes!"
However, Liu Chengyou obviously had other ideas. He looked at Guo and Wei and asked for their opinions: "I want to station this imperial army in Tongguan for the western expedition! What do you think?"
Guo Wei and Wei Renpu were both stunned, but they were not ordinary people. Thinking of the geographical location of Tongguan, they seemed to understand something. The two looked at each other, and Wei Renpu said: "Tongguan is the throat of Guanzhong, Henan, and Hezhong. I will send troops to garrison the place to prepare for any eventuality. I think it is okay and have no objections."
Guo Wei also nodded.
Guo Wei and Wei Renpu are more or less prepared to prepare for the unexpected. Although Li Shouzhen has become much more at ease recently, news from the river is still spreading to Tokyo. In addition to the daily discussions on politics and the army, it can be noticed from Liu Chengyou's dunks.
What's more, if you look at the map, you will find that the straight-line distance between Tongguan and Hezhongfu is only fifty miles. If something happens, you can go straight to Puzhou by crossing the Yellow River north. To describe it as morning and evening, it may be slow.
"How many people are left in the Western Expedition?" Liu Chengyou asked.
“According to previous reports, the cavalry army had 267 dead and 126 wounded, the infantry had 877 dead and 1,341 wounded, and a total of 78 cavalry and infantry soldiers were missing. Among the remaining officers and men, except for those who were seriously injured or disabled, there are still more than 3,200 capable warriors..." Wei Renpu said like a treasure trove.
"More than three thousand infantry troops are enough!" Liu Chengyou was not surprised by Wei Renpu's memorization skills, so he said directly, and couldn't help but exhort: "By the way, the pension for the dead, wounded and disabled soldiers must be abundant. Come home!"
"yes!"
"In your Majesty's opinion, who will lead the army to guard Tongguan?" Guo Wei asked.
"How about Yang Ye?" Liu Chengyou didn't hesitate.
Seeing this, the two of them didn't know how to express themselves. Guo Wei said: "Although Yang Ye is young, he is wise and brave. The battle with Fengxiang shows that he is wise in using troops. He can command the troops and carry out great tasks. I think it is okay!"
"I second the proposal!"
"That's it, set up the Tong'an Army in Tongguan, with Yang Ye as the military envoy and the training envoy of the Tongguan Regiment! As soon as the military needs are met, Xijing, Shaanzhou, Tongzhou, Huazhou, and Hezhong will support you!" Liu Chengyou recruited Fan Zhi, He ordered: "When drafting, please add one sentence and ask Yang Ye to keep an eye on Fenglingjin for me!"
"yes!"
Fenglingjin is the key point where the Yellow River flows from south to east. From here, crossing north, you can reach Puzhou. It was almost obvious who Liu Chengyou was targeting, and he even asked Li Shouzhen to coordinate the food supply.
There was a moment of silence in the palace, and Wei Renpu asked hesitantly: "Your Majesty, will this arrangement anger Hezhong?"
"The excitement is guaranteed!" Liu Chengyou waved his hand, raised his sleeves, and said coldly: "I allow him to be independent and rampant, but this time I am the one who makes the move. It depends on how he responds!"
"I want to see, Li Shouzhen, if you dare to resist!" Liu Chengyou's voice echoed in the hall, and it felt like the depression that had been suppressed for a long time was bursting out.
In fact, in Liu Chengyou's plan, when the time comes, Li Shouzhen will have to rebel if he doesn't.
"Where is Zhao Kuangzan?" Liu Chengyou suddenly asked.
"According to the previous report from Shaanxi Province Zhao Envoy, he has passed Shihao Town. Estimating his distance, he should have reached Xijing by now!" Guo Wei reported.
After the Fengxiang battle, Zhao Kuangzan had a "mission" and wanted to go north. By the way, he led his troops to escort hundreds of Shu army prisoners eastward to offer themselves as prisoners.
"Too slow!" Liu Chengyou thought for a while and said, "Send someone to summon Zhao Kuangzan and ask him to come to Beijing quickly. The prisoners will be captured and sent to be escorted by others!"
"yes!"
Noticing the confused looks of Guo Wei and Wei Renpu, Liu Chengyou sighed and mentioned that he had received the secret report: "Letter from Youzhou, King Yan's illness has worsened!"
Guo and Wei understood immediately.
"Mr. Bai has taken office as Jingzhao!"
"Having taken over the Yongxing Army!"
"I'm almost 70 years old, I'm a hard-working veteran..."
