The influence of the Zhe family in the northwestern region of the Han Dynasty was already very great. Its fortune can even be traced back to Zhe Congruan's ancestors, and Fu and Lin were integrated. His father Zhe Silun also served as the governor of Linzhou and died in office, so he was in Fu , Lin area, Zhejia can be said to have deep roots. Compared with this, the Linzhou Yang family can only be regarded as a "local tycoon".
Of course, the true rise of the Zhe family relies on the status and reputation Zhe Congruan has gained with his swords and swords in these troubled times for decades.
When he was young, Zhe Congruan followed Zhuangzong of the Later Tang Dynasty to conquer the world, and served as Li Cunxu's general. There is a saying that among Li Cunxu's generals, bodyguards, and ministers, there are really too many outstanding people.
After the establishment of the Later Tang Dynasty, Zhe Congruan was named the governor of Fuzhou, and then began his more than twenty-year garrison career. After the ups and downs of the Tang, Jin, and Han dynasties, he always stood firm. Fighting against the Khitans and protecting his hometown, especially when Shi Jingtang ceded Yunzhong, he worked hard to maintain the rule of the Han family in Fuzhou and never bowed to the Khitans.
Liu Zhiyuan was in Hedong, and the relationship between the two parties was pretty good.
When Shi Chonggui broke off diplomatic relations with the Khitan and when the two countries were fighting, Zhe Congruan also led his army to attack the north. However, due to his limited strength, although he made some gains, he was always unable to succeed.
When Liu Zhiyuan proclaimed himself emperor and founded the country, Zhe Congruan was one of the few local forces who first responded to support him. Of course, it cannot be ruled out that because Fuzhou is right next to his hometown in Hedong, it is not stable here and Liu Zhiyuan will not feel at ease going south.
In order to win over the Zhe family, Liu Zhiyuan was promoted to Yong'an Army in Fuzhou, and Zhe Congruan's tuanlian envoy was also promoted to Jiedu envoy, which he has done to this day.
Over the past twenty years, the Zhe family's influence has penetrated into every village and town in Fuzhou. In fact, this is also the case. Fuzhou has long been the private residence of the Zhe family, and Zhe Congruan's local prestige is even higher. climb. His two sons also assisted him in taking charge of the military and political affairs of the state.
If it were not for the limited geography and development potential of Fu and Lin Prefectures, it would be difficult for them to survive alone, and Zhe Congruan is a man of foresight. I am afraid that the Zhe family in Fu Prefecture and the Party Li family who occupy Xia Prefecture would not have much success. Big difference.
This time he came to Beijing from Ruan, of course, to show his loyalty. Just like what Jiedu did in all parts of the Han Dynasty, Zhe Congruan had been watching since the Liu family occupied the Central Plains and established the Han Dynasty. It was not until Li Shouzhen rebelled and Liu Chengyou personally conquered the rebellion and returned him to the court that he took such proactive action.
Although he is far away in the northwest border area, he has still heard about Liu Chengyou's various actions in the ten months since he succeeded to the throne, especially the imperial edicts issued by Liu Chengyou that have been spread throughout the country.
The city of Kaifeng is approaching, but there is still a long way to go before entering the city.
"Who are the people who have arrived in Beijing during the festival?" Zhe Congruan suddenly asked after looking at the clerk in front of him who was diligently holding his horse.
After hearing the question, Guancheng immediately responded respectfully: "Hui Shijun, as far as I know, those who have come to Beijing in the past half month include Murong Shijun from the Taining Army in Yunzhou, Zhang Shijun from the Chengde Army in Hengzhou, and Zhang Shijun from the Chengde Army in Cangzhou. Henghai Wang Shijun, Qingzhou Pinglu Army Liu Shijun, Beizhou Yongqing Army Li Shijun, Xiangzhou Zhangde Army Guo Shijun. I heard that Xiangzhou's Guo Shijun arrived yesterday evening... "
After hearing the answer, Zhe Congruan thought for a while and asked: "They are all from Hebei Province...Why don't any of the Central Plains vassal towns come to Beijing?"
"It's not something a villain can know if you don't show off your appearance."
"Yes!" Zhe Congruan nodded in agreement, but the clerk did not embarrass him, his sharp eyes still looked like he was thinking.
When I think about things, my old age shows. After all, I am getting older. Noticing the tiredness that appeared inadvertently on Zhe Congruan's face, Zhe Saihua couldn't help but advise with concern: "Grandpa is too tired from the journey, so he should go to Guanyi to rest early."
Feeling the thoughtfulness of his little granddaughter, Zhe Congruan returned to normal, with his back straight: "My body is still strong. I can eat meat and draw a bow. This kind of hardship is far worse than fighting. Got it!"
Seeing the old grandfather's unconvinced and stubborn look, the girl couldn't help but smile and immediately agreed. His grandfather was gentle, courteous and good-tempered, but he just refused to accept old age.
Entering the city, under the arrangement of the Guan Cheng, he entered the guest post and reported the situation. Soon, the news of Ruan's father and grandson's coming to Beijing reached Liu Chengyou's ears.
In the past few days, Liu Chengyou personally received all the people who came from Hebei Province one by one, which showed that he took them seriously.
No, when the news came, Liu Chengyou was having a very "happy" conversation with Guo Jin, the governor of Xiangzhou.
Guo Jin's resume is nothing to introduce, and there is nothing surprising. Like most warriors, in the later Jin Dynasty, he served as the commander of the imperial army.
After the founding of the People's Republic of China, he was granted the post of Imperial Guard, which undermined Liu Zhiyuan's trust. When Xiangzhou Jiedu was vacant, the ministers thought that Guo Jin had controlled Anyang many years ago, so he could clean up the devastation there and use it to honor the German army's Jiedu.
It seems that after the establishment of Liu Han, Guo Jin's situation was much better than that of most of Shi Jin's old officials. The reason why he was able to receive this favor was very simple. Just like the prime minister Dou Zhengu, he had an old relationship with Liu Zhiyuan. In Liu Zhiyuan's words, he is called an old minister of the country, and Guo Jin is from Jinyang, Taiyuan.
"Lieutenant Zhe has arrived, and he has been ordered to welcome the officials to serve him well. He will take care of the supplies and make sure there is no shortage!" Liu Chengyou looked "joyful" and was about to convey the holy message.
After hearing what he said, an old man in brocade clothes with a thick beard and gray hair sitting in the palace couldn't help but stand up and said goodbye: "If something happens to your Majesty, I should leave!"
This person is Guo Jin. It can be seen that the old man seems a little embarrassed. The communication with Liu Chengyou was obviously not as "pleasant" as it seemed.
Because, when Liu Chengyou was chatting with him, he seemed to mention something unintentionally. Guo Yunming and Guo Jin were from the same clan, and they communicated privately. Guo Yunming presented Guo Jin with royal wine in front of him, and Guo Jin received and enjoyed it in a grand manner.
Liu Chengyou just mentioned it as a joke, but Guo Jin was frightened. The death of his fellow clansman was not news.
Although there are some unruly and tyrannical people in the world, those who can take the initiative to come to Beijing to pay homage are still respectful and close to the imperial court. And Xiangzhou's strength was not enough to support Guo Jin's desire to antagonize the imperial court.
Therefore, this person remained submissive before and after, at least in front of the king. Liu Chengyou received the report from Wu Desi. When Guo Shijun entered the city, although he was not overbearing, he was still very public.
Of course, Liu Chengyou just made a simple statement, and he should not be too demanding about this kind of initiative to go to Beijing to express surrender.
"Guo Qing will go back to the palace to rest for now, and will go to the palace tomorrow for the Winter Solstice Banquet!" Looking at Guo Jin, Liu Chengyou's smile seemed surprisingly gentle.
"yes!"
It wasn't until Guo Jin's respectful figure disappeared from sight that Liu Chengyou withdrew his gaze, thinking about the incident of resigning from Ruan, and said to himself: "From Fuzhou to Tokyo, there are thousands of mountains and rivers, and it is more than two thousand miles. This reversal The Taiwei is willing to brave the wind and frost to come in person, which shows his sincerity!"
After hearing Liu Chengyou's words, Wang Pu, who was waiting at the side, took the initiative and said: "Zhe Gong has been the governor of the country for more than 20 years. He has protected China's clothes and clothes. He has worked hard and made great achievements, which is admirable."
"Where are the arrangements?" Liu Chengyou asked.
Wang Pu: "Xiangfu Station."
Without thinking, Liu Chengyou told Wang Pu: "Let Mr. Zhe rest for half a day, and then you will personally welcome him into the palace to see me."
"yes!"
