"What happened?" Noticing Sun Yanyun's strange expression, Liu Chengyou frowned.
Sun Yanjun lowered his head subconsciously and said with cupped hands: "The person coming is from the military academy affiliated with Yannan Du Deployment. According to reports, Madu Deployment's old injury relapsed and he died of illness on the 18th of this month!"
"What! Say it again!" When he heard this, Liu Chengyou didn't react yet. He turned his head sharply and stared directly at Sun Yanyun, his eyes seemed to be filled with evil and intimidating.
Sun Yanyun lowered his body and repeated it carefully.
His face twitched a few times, and Liu Chengyou couldn't help but touch his forehead. He was slightly agitated. After calming down, he asked: "Where is the messenger?"
"Your Majesty, I am still in the Privy Council. Do you want to summon Qionglinyuan?" Sun Yanyun asked for instructions.
"Go back to the palace!" Liu Chengyou stood up and walked out without any more nonsense.
Behind them, Liu Yang, Guo Congyi and other people who had also heard the news had serious expressions. They looked at each other and hurried to follow.
Ma Du's deployment, of course, refers to the emperor's beloved general Ma Quanyi. After the Northern Expedition, due to his meritorious service, Jin Fufeng County Duke and Yan Nan Du were deployed, responsible for the military deployment of the Han Dynasty in Yannan Road, consolidating public security and defending Khitan.
It can be said that after the Northern Expedition, Liu Chengyou gave Ma Quanyi his due status and honors. The honor and favor were so deep that they were even a bit excessive. Of course, Liu Chengyou's partiality was inevitable in this. After all, Ma Quanyi was the earliest general to follow him, and for more than ten years, he had never betrayed his trust.
Ma Quanyi's death also occurred during the Northern Expedition. At that time, I was striving for performance, but fought too fiercely, fought hard several times, and was injured several times. Especially during the capture of Yuguan, I went to the city in person to observe the enemy's situation and command the battle, so I was hit by a stray arrow and injured my lung. Since then, the root of the disease has fallen into place. Although he has been treated and recuperated, he has not been cured, but there are no major problems.
This sudden death occurred because Ma Quanyi was out hunting on his way back after inspecting Yuguan. He fell off his horse and was injured. He was fine at first. When he returned to Youzhou, his injury worsened, but the old injury recurred and he fell into coma. He was rescued. If not, it will pass away in a day...
In the Long Live Hall, Liu Chengyou's emotions were very complicated, including sadness, regret, and regret when he heard about Ma Quanyi's death from illness.
Looking at the messenger with the white stripe still tied on his head, Liu Chengyou waved his hand and told Sun Yanyun: "Give him 50,000 yuan and arrange for him to go down and rest!"
"yes!"
"Your Majesty, please express your condolences!" In the palace, Wei Renpu, Li Chuyun and others were also there. Seeing that Liu Chengyou was very sad, they couldn't help but persuade him.
"He is not yet forty years old!" Liu Chengyou said.
The ministers were silent for a moment. Most of them still felt sorry for Ma Quanyi's death. After all, this was a general who died young. After pondering for a while, Liu Chengyou said in a calm voice: "After passing the imperial edict, I will stay out of court for three days and posthumously title the Duke of Ji as the Duke of Ji. He will lead Yannan Road and properly handle his affairs. All expenses will be borne by the government!"
"yes!"
"I'm tired, you all should stand down!" Raising his hand, Liu Chengyou looked dejected and ordered the ministers.
Seeing that the emperor was in a bad mood, several ministers also withdrew wisely. At the same time, they could not help but feel a little bit about the friendship between Liu Chengyou and Ma Quanyi.
Because of Ma Quanyi's death, there was obviously a bit more sadness in the Tokyo court. Of course, this was more of a lament for the premature death of the hero and general.
The sun continues to shine with spring rays, making people feel warm, as if it can dispel the haze. In front of the Long Live Hall, on the steps, Liu Chengyou slumped on a recliner in a lazy posture, swaying slightly.
"Official!"
The queen's voice brought him out of his thoughts, he opened his eyes, saw the big talisman, and bowed down. After gesturing towards her, Liu Chengyou said, "Sit down!"
With an elegant gesture, Da Fu also sat on the chair, their bodies pressed closely together, bringing a burst of fragrant wind and bringing peace to Liu Chengyou.
"Are the officials still mourning the death of Duke Ji?" Dafu reached out and caressed Liu Chengyou's forehead intimately, and then kneaded it for him, hoping to ease his mood.
In fact, Liu Chengyou has recovered from Ma Quanyi's death. So far, there seems to be nothing in this world that Liu Chengyou can't let go of. Of course, the feeling of regret for Ma Quanyi's death is also true.
However, after hearing what Da Fu said, Liu Chengyou still said in a sad tone: "How can I not be sad!"
Opening his eyes, Liu Chengyou looked at the queen and said to him: "Great Talisman! Ma Quanyi is different from others. He is not only my courtier and favorite general, but also my good friend and brother.
In terms of talent, he is not the most outstanding, and in terms of merit, he is not the highest. However, he is the first general to follow me. In his early years, he worked hard in front of the horse and behind the horse, going through life and death. After the founding of the People's Republic of China, he endured loneliness, worked hard and did not complain, and became the stone general of the Northern Garrison.
It can be said that he is the old man from Jinyang who has walked the farthest with me. Although his passing is regrettable, I also wonder why he was entrusted with border guard duty and subjected to military duties even though we knew he was injured. If he were allowed to rest peacefully for a year and a half, maybe the result would be different? "
Hearing Liu Chengyou's words, Da Fu was slightly surprised. She really didn't expect that Ma Quanyi's status in the emperor's mind would be so high. As if he had unearthed another side of Liu Chengyou, Da Fu thought for a while and said softly: "The deceased is gone, you'd better not blame yourself too much!"
Seeing that his interest was waning, Dafu took the initiative and said: "Erlang, if you can't bear it, you can be kind to the descendants of Duke Ji!"
Hearing this, Liu Chengyou nodded, but suddenly reacted and said: "I heard that he only has one son!"
After saying that, he immediately ordered to Sun Yanyun: "Pass on Li Chongju!"
Before long, Li Chongju, the military envoy, came in a hurry to save him from paying homage. Liu Chengyou looked at him directly and asked, "What is the situation of Duke Ji's family?"
After hearing the question, Li Chongju, who had been prepared for it, immediately said: "Your Majesty, the Duke of Ji has only one son, named Huaiyu, who is only seven years old. His wife died young and has no housewife. Inside, there are only two brothers!"
After listening to his narration, Liu Chengyou immediately frowned and said, "So, then Ma Huaiyu is now helpless?"
"Exactly!" Li Chongju said.
Liu Chengyou couldn't help but sigh, looked at the queen, and said: "Thankfully you reminded me, otherwise, even if the title and property that Ma Jialang had acquired, how could he keep it with his young son? If the court continues to ignore this matter, then It will inevitably be stolen by scumbags and greedy people..."
"This horse Huaiyu lost his father and mother at a young age. I can't help but feel pity when I hear this. Erlang, this son is a hero and a great hero, so we should arrange it properly!" Da Fu advised Liu Chengyou.
Liu Chengyou couldn't help but nodded, and after thinking for a moment, Liu Chengyou ordered: "Send an order to Youzhou, and when the funeral of Ji Guogong is over, escort his son to Tokyo, and I will raise him in front of others!"
"In this way, those who know Ji Guo's public well should close their eyes and appreciate His Majesty's kindness!" Li Chongju said.
In fact, Liu Chengyou originally thought of simply raising his son in the palace, but after weighing it, he still hesitated. In front of the Xuanwu Gate in the north of the palace, the Han Dynasty actually had a special establishment called Zhangde Camp, which was dedicated to taking in the helpless orphans of martyrs. Since its establishment, there have been more than 700 people.
Of course, most of these people are the descendants of middle- and lower-level officers or soldiers. In comparison, Ma Huaiyu is obviously in a special situation, and there is some confusion as to whether to place him in the Zhangde camp for training.
Speaking of which, it is a bit ironic. Liu Chengyou claims to regard Ma Quanyi as his confidant and sibling, but he actually ignores the situation at home...
After taking care of Ma Quanyi's funeral, another thing came before him, and that was who would succeed Yan Nandu's deployment. Compared with the Shanyang Road side, the situation in Yannan was much better, but the court still paid attention to it. After several comparisons, Liu Chengyou finally agreed to the candidate recommended by Murong Yanzhao, veteran Zhang Xun. As for the wing generals such as Li Hanqiong and Ma Renyu who were also nominated, their qualifications are not enough.
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