"The general will not hesitate to protect your majesty even if he loses his life. However, the responsibility of guarding is very important, and your majesty also knows the temper of the general. It is really embarrassing for him to be rude and reckless. Not to mention that things are not done thoroughly. It is easy to lose manners and offend His Majesty.
Furthermore, on the battlefield, the final general can also be loyal to His Majesty, kill the enemy and make achievements. I hope Your Majesty will do the same! "Faced with the emperor's indifferent question, Zhang Qiong did not panic and continued to answer straightforwardly.
Hearing what he said, Liu Chengyou couldn't help but laugh, and he laughed very happily: "Who said that you, Zhang Qiong, are just a martial artist, and you are vulgar and clumsy in speech? I think you are still rough and fine, what you say is reasonable and measured, and you are quite self-aware. !”
Seeing that the emperor was in a good mood, Zhang Qiong also smiled, very much like a bear. The emperor's words were pleasant to his ears. The greatest praise the guards had received in the past two years was only for their bravery.
However, the smile slowly disappeared, Liu Chengyou crossed his arms, looked at Zhang Qiong with clear eyes, and still said softly: "I'm here to ask you, how do you arrange the errands of the five hundred people? With such a headache and complicated situation, how many sergeants do you think you can command on the battlefield? Three hundred? Two hundred? One hundred or fifty?"
Faced with Liu Chengyou's question, Zhang Qiong was stunned, and a trace of confusion flashed across his face.
Without waiting for his reply, Liu Chengyou asked: "I probably know what you are thinking. When it comes to fighting, you have to lead the way, fight bravely, and be brave and fearless of death. This is how you rose up in the army and entered the general's and my sight.
However, you have also participated in several major battles. Have you not seen what it is like when large armies engage in fierce battles on the battlefield? How to coordinate and dispatch, how to convey military orders, how to coordinate tactics... Are these matters simple?
You are no longer a commander. Captain, you are my general. If you want to be a general, what you need to consider in the future is to command thousands of troops. If you feel burdened by just a few chores, how can you become a great general? "
Hearing the emperor's words, Zhang Qiong slowly came to his senses and smiled naively: "So that's what your Majesty meant. However, the general is still good at leading the team to fight, commanding and dispatching, others will do it."
Pulling the corner of his mouth, Liu Chengyou sighed and said leisurely: "However, you, Zhang Qiong, are indeed brave. There is no one in the whole army who can match the enemy. I will use it according to my own abilities and develop your strengths.
Everyone has his own ambitions. If you let it go unexpectedly, I will understand your thoughts and will not suppress you. If you are a tiger, you cannot be trapped in a cage for a long time. Zhang Qiong, a tiger like you, may be more suitable for fighting on the battlefield. "
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Hearing this, Zhang Qiong smiled happily: "Your Majesty is wise!"
Liu Chengyou's expression was still calm, but there was obvious thinking in his eyes, as if he was considering how to arrange it. He rolled his eyes and looked at him again: "How about I just stay in the north during this northern tour? Or? , if you have any places or troops you want to go to, I can also consider your opinions!"
Seeing that the emperor was so sensible, Zhang Qiong was even more happy and said: "Then you're welcome, general! I want to go to the Hanzhong camp!"
"What, you want to go to Xiang Xun?" Liu Chengyou smiled faintly.
Zhang Qiong explained: "There are many obstacles in the two rivers. In the future, a tough battle will be inevitable. The general has also fought against the Shu army several times and is familiar with it. In addition, the north has been peaceful for many years. I don't know when a war will break out. The general I also want to go to Hanzhong to make meritorious deeds..."
"This statement is true and sincere!" Liu Chengyou commented: "When the Northern Tour is over, I will let you go to Hanzhong Camp!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Zhang Qiong was tall and straight.
Looking at him, Liu Chengyou suddenly asked with great interest: "Zhang Qiong, are you telling me that you really thought that Su Wei's affairs were complicated and embarrassing, and that's why you wanted to leave the capital?"
"I dare not deceive Your Majesty. This is one of the reasons!" Zhang Qiong said.
"Oh? What other reasons are there?" Liu Chengyou said.
At this time, Zhang Qiong showed a hint of embarrassment on his face: "The other thing is that there are only Shu and Tang in the south, and it will be difficult to stop the Han army. If you stay in Tokyo for a long time, I'm afraid there will be no battles to fight soon, and there will be no success." It’s established!”
Liu Chengyou smiled again: "You are so sincere! One day when the world will finally have peace, you can tell me again. When Yunei is unified, the country will have no more wars, no battles with you, and no merits. You stand, what are you going to do?"
"If at that time, the general does not die in battle, he will take your majesty's reward and salary and go home to buy some fields and houses, then drink wine, eat meat, practice martial arts and hunt..." After thinking about it, Zhang Qiong replied road.
"It's not too demanding!" After commenting, Liu Chengyou waved his hand: "Go ahead!"
"I will retire at the end!"
"That's right!" He called him again, and Liu Chengyou said in an admonishing tone: "I know that you have a rough temperament and a bad temper. You don't get along well with your colleagues, and you often beat and scold sergeants. These are the things that you do. I hope you can take it to heart and change it as soon as possible."
"Thank you for your teaching, Your Majesty!"
Zhang Qiong retired in high spirits and high spirits, but Liu Chengyou couldn't help but shook his head. This Zhang Qiong is brave when he is brave. After all, he is just a fighting general and cannot be used for much purpose. His personality defects are very obvious, he has no ambition and is straightforward. Judging from his attitude and performance, he is not qualified to guard the house even if he is guarding the house.
After frowning and thinking for a while, Liu Chengyou summoned Zhang Dejun and ordered: "Go, notify Shi Shouxin and let him enter the city and take over the guard! As for Zhang Qiong, let him go back to Tokyo and make arrangements with the Privy Council!"
"yes!"
Passing through the saluting palace maids, he stepped into the simply decorated hall. Empress Fu was waiting with three princes. There was a table of steaming dishes on the dining table.
"I'm not late!" Liu Chengyou put on a warm smile.
"It's nearly a quarter of an hour later than what you informed me, but the food is not cold yet!" Empress Fu glanced at Liu Chengyou.
As the legitimate mother, Liu Xu and Liu Fang who were accompanying him were also taken care of by Empress Fu. At this time, Liu Fang was raising his head, pouting, and was being given medicine by the big talisman obediently. Liu Xu was holding a medicine bowl by his side, and Liu Yang was watching curiously.
"What's wrong with him?" Liu Chengyou asked.
Empress Fu very carefully wiped the ointment around Liu Fang's lips and said, "It's dry and windy in the north. Some people are not used to the climate. My lips are red, swollen and chapped. I specially ordered someone to prepare some medicine!"
Looking at Liu Fang, the little boy had a sad face and a pitiful look. His mouth was slightly swollen and excessively red, as if he had eaten a pot of chili. After applying the ointment, his tongue became even more moist and shiny. I couldn't help but lick it up.
Seeing this scene, Liu Chengyou couldn't help but smile: "He must be too windy!"
Da Fu couldn't help but said: "If it weren't for you, let him ride the horse, exposed to the wind and sun, alternating with cold and warm, otherwise, why would he be like this?"
Liu Chengyou was a little disapproving and touched Liu Fang's head: "How are you doing? Do you still want to ride a big horse?"
Liu Fang shook his head simply.
"Why?" Liu Chengyou was a little curious.
"There is always someone holding the reins for me, and sometimes holding me. I can't run fast, and I have to be blown by the wind..." Liu Fang muttered with a red face.
"This kid wants to run away! If I really throw you, how can I explain to your mother?" Liu Chengyou rubbed his head and smiled.
"Have a meal!" Da Fu greeted.
Eating without talking and sleeping without talking do not exist for Liu Chengyou's family. Seeing the barely concealed fatigue on Liu Chengyou's expression, Dafu gave him a piece of meat and said with concern: "You have been working hard all the way to inquire about government affairs and people's sentiments. Please rest in Cangzhou for two days!"
Feeling Empress Fu's concern, Liu Chengyou shook his head and responded calmly: "I have worked hard for so many years, so this is nothing? Besides, these things are my responsibility and mission as the emperor!"
Empress Fu looked at Liu Chengyou with her beautiful eyes and reminded her softly: "After departure, I seemed to hear you say that this trip is for fun and relaxation..."
"Really?" Liu Chengyou asked naturally. After recalling it, he seemed to have really said something similar, and then said: "I asked Chu Zhaofu that Qingchi is only more than a hundred miles away from the Bohai Sea. Let's do it tomorrow. Go and look at the sea, its vastness and majesty, and look at the sun rising over the sea..."
