"Your Majesty, Yongxing, Jingnan, Baoyi, Heyang, Weisheng, Pinglu, Yiwu, Henghai, etc. are all here. Today, Xiangzhou, Yanzhou, Beizhou, Caizhou and other towns have successively submitted petitions. No. From now on, the Han Dynasty will no longer have to worry about Fang Zhen!" Zhao Yao put away the memorials that Liu Chengyou had reviewed and said lightly.
What was submitted this time was that Xiangzhou, Yanzhou, Beizhou and other towns have submitted their resignations one after another. The situation during the Jiaqing Festival has obviously spread, and the towns that have been relieved of their power have also made appropriate arrangements, or for In politics or in running the army, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to forcing people to return to their hometowns. The most active and pioneering person was Guo Wei from Xiangzhou Jiedu.
After reading Guo Weiwei's memorial, Liu Chengyou's face showed a little joy unconsciously. It seemed that Guo Wei was going farther and farther on the road of loyalty and virtue.
Although a letter of resignation was very gratifying, Liu Chengyou still remained calm and said: "This is just the beginning and represents the attitude of the local vassal and town. However, what is more important is the subsequent implementation. When the military and political affairs are completely separated, you can express your congratulations to me again." Bar!"
"Yes!" Hearing this, Zhao Yao put away his smile, raised his hands and said respectfully: "Your Majesty is calm and calm, and I admire you greatly!"
Hearing this compliment, Liu Chengyou couldn't help but glance at Zhao Yan, and saw him waiting there with a humble and submissive posture. The corner of his mouth twitched, and Liu Chengyou ordered: "All requests for military and defense requests will be granted! Please follow the previous instructions in the Political Affairs Hall, the Ministry of Personnel and the Privy Council, and make proper arrangements for military and political officials in various places to ensure a smooth transition of military and political affairs!"
"Yes!" Zhao Wei carefully wrote down the emperor's instructions.
"In addition, the only one left now is Shuofang Jiedushi Shi Hongzhao, who has not yet appeared on the list!" Zhao Yao added.
His eyebrows were lightly condensed, then relaxed, Liu Chengyou said: "Shuofang is far away, far to the northwest, and transportation is inconvenient. Moreover, the situation in the border area of Lingzhou is complicated. It is not like the town in Fu Neizhou, but it is not urgent either!"
He pondered for a while and then said: "However, even in the border areas, they are also under the rule of the Han Dynasty. In the future, even if they are not in the heart, they will be in the arms, and the military and political arrangements should also be based on their control. In the staff department, first arrange some young officials , went to Lingzhou to take up a post and assist in the management of civil affairs."
At this point, Liu Chengyou lost his mind and added: "Also, from now on, officials from remote states like Lingzhou will be given priority in the imperial examination!"
Looking up, Zhao Yao still had a calm expression and agreed meticulously.
Liu Chengyou asked: "Is there a chapter in the Privy Council regarding the reorganization of the Northern Army?"
"Back to Your Majesty!" Zhao Yue said: "The Duke of Chenliu and the two ministers Li and Pan have already begun to reorganize and train. With the support of Hebei in terms of grain and grain, the suppression of soldiers by military envoys, and with His Majesty's edict, even if there are troubles, there will be no worries. In addition, The imperial troops transferred to the north for defense change have been mobilized and set off!"
"Yes!" Liu Chengyou nodded in agreement and ordered: "We should pay special attention to this matter, but if there is any news, report it to me!"
"yes!"
After asking about military affairs, Liu Chengyou couldn't help but cast his eyes on Zhao Yao and asked him in a questioning tone: "Zhao Yao, I have something to puzzle about, and I hope it can be clarified!"
There was a hint of scrutiny in the emperor's eyes, and Zhao Yao was startled. His face was respectful, and he bowed: "Your Majesty, may I ask?"
"Given your age, you are so calm and solemn and considerate in everything you do, which is certainly gratifying. However, I always feel that you seem to be too cautious, especially towards me, you are a little too respectful. I am very curious as to what makes you so Being cautious and walking on thin ice?"
Hearing this question, Zhao Ye's expression became more serious, his back bowed deeper, and he said: "Before I became an official, I was just a scholar, with little knowledge and insufficient ability. However, after practicing good fortune for several years, I gained your Majesty's trust and was selected as the official. A scholar who respected politics accepted the decree, but his virtue was not worthy of his position, so he was the minister. The minister was both grateful and frightened.
The hands of ministers are all state affairs, and they dare not make any mistakes or omissions. In order to avoid betraying His Majesty’s trust and trust, I have to be cautious in everything..."
Hearing his plea, Liu Chengyou couldn't help but smile, with a bit of unfathomable depth in his eyes. Liu Chengyou believed what Zhao Yan said, but he could also feel that he still had reservations in his heart.
But he didn't force him too much. Liu Chengyou withdrew his gaze and said loudly: "I have heard that your father, Mr. Zhao, is sometimes dissolute. In this regard, you should learn from him. Be careful and conscientious. Of course it is commendable. But don’t be too nervous. After all, I am not a tiger and a bear, and I won’t eat you!”
"Your Majesty's teachings, I will take them to heart!" Zhao Yao said respectfully, and then returned to his original appearance.
Seeing this, Liu Chengyou shook his head and asked, "I heard that you are ill. How is it?"
"Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty!" Zhao Yao responded with a flattered look: "It was just a minor illness, but after taking medicine, it has recovered!"
"Your brother died young and you are now an only son. In addition to fulfilling your duties and being loyal, you also need to be filial and supportive. You should take care of your health!" Liu Chengyou said.
Zhao Yan's eyes revealed a touch of emotion: "Yes!"
"Stay back!"
He asked Zhang Dejun to squeeze his shoulders to relieve his fatigue, then stood up and walked to the map. Summer is almost here, the weather is good, and the bright sunshine shines into the palace through the doors and windows, casting it on Liu Chengyou, warming his body and mind.
As for Liu Chengyou, it was only two and a quarter hours since he stopped, and his gaze was naturally at Qin Feng's place. Last year, if it weren't for the series of major disasters in the autumn, Liu Chengyou would have taken action in the southwest. So far, the delay has been nearly a year, but it has also given Han Ting more time to prepare.
At this time, the military and political order in the Han Dynasty had also achieved great results, and Liu Chengyou could not resist the urge to mobilize troops.
"Zhang Dejun!"
"Young one is here. What are your orders from the officials?"
"In the afternoon, the ministers, the chief officials of the ministries and the generals of the two departments will be summoned to Chongzheng Hall to discuss matters!" Liu Chengyou said calmly.
In the afternoon, dozens of people gathered in the Chongzheng Hall, including civil and military officials. The most powerful people in the Han Dynasty all stood respectfully in front of the emperor. Liu Chengyou sat high on the case, glanced around, and said: "I have summoned all the civil and military ministers here. Some people have guessed the purpose. Taking advantage of the national crisis in the Central Plains, the Meng clan brazenly sent troops to invade the four states of Qin and Feng. We have occupied our land for a long time, and now that we have made proper preparations, I plan to send troops to attack Shu. Today, we will discuss the dispatch of troops in this palace!"
Liu Chengyou's words set the tone of this palace meeting. In fact, the civil and military officials of the Han Dynasty were not surprised by this. They had expected it and no one expressed any objection.
With the top and bottom working together, they quickly worked out the time for the expedition to Shu, the mobilization of troops and horses, and the procurement and transportation of grain and equipment. As for the coach who defeated Shu, there were some objections. The veterans preferred Wang Jing for various reasons. Liu Chengyou also wavered for a moment, but in the end he strengthened his determination and chose to support Xiang Xun.
In the seventh year of Emperor Qianyou's reign, after the beginning of summer, a large number of forbidden troops, food, clothing, and ordnance were sent in batches on the official road from Tokyo to Fengxiang, making final preparations for the conquest of Shu.
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Behind the palace garden, Meng Chang, Lord of Shu, was enjoying the coolness in the Maha Pond, accompanied by his Lady Hua Rui, feeding melons and fruits and gently shaking the fan. However, it was difficult to explain Meng Chang's hotness, and ice cubes were placed around him several times.
Meng Chang didn't like summer because the heat was unbearable. At this time, he was wearing single clothes and exposing his breasts. He looked at Concubine Xu Hui in a thin shirt next to him. He was panting a little and said: "This scorching heat is really annoying and it is difficult to sleep on it. Madam, you How about I build a palace on the Maha Pond for us to relax and enjoy the cool weather in the future?"
"This." Concubine Xu Hui showed a little hesitation between her bright eyes and white teeth, and whispered: "I heard that there may be war in the north, the country is in emergency, and the husband is in the palace, so it is inconvenient to build this project..."
"Hey!" Meng Chang waved his hand and said: "They always say that the Northern Han Dynasty is going to invade. They have been shouting for two years and still no troops have been mobilized. The ministers have become frightened. If the Han army makes any movement, they will do something big. Furthermore, The imperial court has deployed so many troops and horses in Qinfeng and Xingyuan Mansion, and there are dangerous mountains and rivers, so there is nothing to worry about!"
After Meng Chang finished speaking, he discussed the requirements that the palace must meet...
"Your Majesty, the ministers want to see you!" The chamberlain came to inform: "I have something important to report!"
After being forcibly dragged out of the gentle countryside, Meng Chang looked at his ministers a little displeased and asked, "What's the urgent matter? The Northern Han Dynasty is mobilizing troops again?"
"Your Majesty! The Northern Han Dynasty has officially sent out troops!" Privy Councilor Wang Zhaoyuan nodded and replied.
