Fengzhou is undoubtedly the northernmost city of the Han Dynasty and the headquarters of the Tiande Army. Tiande Army is a military trumpet with historical background, which can be traced back more than two hundred years ago. It was an important military organization in northern Xinjiang during the Mid-Tang Dynasty and was the cornerstone of maintaining regional stability.
Of course, with the decline of the Tang Dynasty, such remote frontiers were basically forgotten or even abandoned. Later, it was captured by Yelu Abaoji, Taizu of the Liao Dynasty. In order to strengthen control, the whole army moved eastward, and the Tiande army subordinate to the Central Plains became history.
Until Emperor Liu's Northern Expedition, Li Wanchao marched westward and captured the old territory in one fell swoop. After operating it for five years, it was renamed Tiande Army, both to commemorate his predecessors and to inspire future generations.
After the power of the Liao Kingdom shrank, the Tiande Army of the Liao Kingdom was not withdrawn and was renamed the Yingtian Army. Between the mountains in Qiantao, there was a Yunnei City, which was the garrison of the Liao Yingtian Army, where thousands of troops were stationed. People, closely monitoring the situation and movements of the Han army in Fengsheng area.
As for the Han garrison in Fengzhou, in the early years, it still maintained the number of 5,000 infantry and cavalry. Later, it turned out that the Liao Kingdom was more peaceful. After adjusting the garrison, it was gradually reduced to the current 2,000 soldiers. Of course, even though there were only two thousand soldiers, in order to maintain this frontier army here, the money and food that the court had to spend were doubled.
Fengzhou City, on the north bank of the river, was rebuilt on the old site. Although it has been ten years, the development is not good at all. The small city made of loess is only three miles long and is so simple that it is called "Tuchengzi". "Compared with other cities in the Han Dynasty, it can only be regarded as a habitat. When the camp arrived, there were so many people that this small frontier town seemed even more "constricted".
Since its reconstruction, Fengzhou City has probably never been as lively as it is now, surrounded by hustle and bustle. When the camp arrives, the first thing to do is naturally to set up camp and accompany the soldiers, and they are more active in this regard.
In the imperial camp, a group of guards were working hard to dismantle the tents and other matters from the carriage. There were similar scenes all around, a lively scene.
"We finally arrived at the city. This time, we can rest for a while!" one of the guards yelled.
"With this weather, how can we continue walking!" Another person pointed at the slightly dark sky above his head.
"Don't let it rain, otherwise you'll have to endure it!"
“The worst thing to fear is rain and snow!”
"The wind here in the north is really biting. It's early winter, and when you blow it on your face, it feels like a knife!"
"I was on guard duty at Yanshan Road. I thought it was cold enough, but I never thought it would be even colder here!"
"..."
They had suffered a lot along the way, and many people were talking about how Li Wanchao, the Marquis of Jiuyuan, was able to advance westward so smoothly and regain the land of Shengfeng. Of course, the climate difference is still obvious.
"Shut up!" Amid the discussion, the leading captain seemed to be annoyed. He glared at his guards: "If you want to be like those who were punished, you would also be tied up and walked?"
As soon as the captain spoke, he shut up. It was not that the captain was powerful, but that the "role model" was in front of him and was eye-catching enough. Among those who were punished in the past few days, some were weak and fell down from the cold. It is said that one even died.
These people, who belong to the imperial guards, are extremely qualified in all aspects, but no one wants to experience it. Among them, there are also some with special backgrounds, but among the already special group of Ouchi guards, they are ordinary.
"See General!" Yang Yanzhao came over with two guards, seemingly on patrol. The guards immediately put down their things and saluted.
Yang Yanzhao had the casual job of a guerrilla general. He had also performed well in hunting before and was rewarded by Emperor Liu. Now he is on duty in the imperial camp. Although he was young, he knew that he was from a good family, a popular figure in front of the emperor, and had a bright future. These imperial guards did not dare to be rude.
Yang Yanzhao didn't waste any time and directly ordered: "You team, put down your affairs for the time being and go to the supply camp to collect five loads of firewood!"
"Yes!" The captain responded immediately without any doubt.
Regarding their reaction, Yang Yanzhao couldn't help but sigh in his heart. The quality of the Ouchi guards was indeed high. No wonder there were rumors that the most elite soldiers of the Han Dynasty were all in the Ouchi army.
After giving the instructions, Yang Yanzhao turned around and left. He still had to arrange and coordinate drinking water matters. As an officer in the royal camp, he doesn't just stand guard as a guard. He has a lot of miscellaneous things to do. In comparison, just leading the army to fight is the simplest and most enjoyable thing.
While the camp was being carried out for the resettlement project, Emperor Liu was conducting his first inspection of Fengzhou. He had already learned about the situation of the Tiande Army, and had been interviewed by Tiande Army envoys. Although he pays more attention to military affairs, he is equally interested in this border state.
"Feng Guang, the governor of Fengzhou, welcomes the emperor!" In front of the pitiful-looking Tucheng wall of Fengzhou, the governor Feng Guang, who was in his forties, and a few of his staff, kowtowed in front of the emperor.
"Ping Shen!" Emperor Liu's calm voice came through Luan Jia.
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Listening to the familiar voice that sounded like it was floating from the sky, the governor breathed a sigh of relief and hurriedly thanked him.
Feng Guang had met the emperor and was one of the group of county magistrates and county magistrates personally summoned by Emperor Liu. He was awarded the post of Fengzhou Governor and had been there for several years.
In the current official system of the Han Dynasty, the difference between prefectural governors and governors lies in the different ways of conferring officials. Knowing a certain state or a certain county is appointed by the central court. The power of knowing a certain state or county is granted to them. Basically, all officials are dispatched from outside. , belonging to the "direct lineage" of the imperial court.
As for governors and county magistrates, they are other officials who have been promoted in addition to the imperial officials sent abroad, including officials appointed by local governors, observers, and defense officials in the past when feudal towns still existed.
Zhizhou and county magistrates are actually an official system. They are just a means for Emperor Liu to strengthen centralization and strengthen the court's control over local areas. After more than ten years of achieving this goal, they have gradually become synonymous with official positions.
Moreover, it has caused certain negative effects. For example, there is a chain of contempt among local officials. The state magistrate despises the governor, and the county magistrate despises the county magistrate. Why, because the former is a court official, was personally awarded by the emperor, represents the court, and represents the emperor. Many people also have the right to play secret music exclusively.
Emperor Liu was well aware of these phenomena and had already intended to further rectify them to unify the powers and status of the governor and governor and continue to reduce the confusion in the official system.
As for Fengzhou Governor Feng Guang, he belongs to the rise of "the despised". The curtain was opened, and Emperor Liu was wrapped in a thick velvet robe. With the support of Yan Tuo, he walked out of the car.
The ground beneath my feet was cold and hard. Emperor Liu looked at Fengzhou City, and then observed Feng Guang and other Fengzhou officials who were greeting him. It could be described as desolate and desolate.
His eyes fell on Feng Guang, who was bowing and bowing his head. He was wearing an old official robe with bulging bags. It was unknown whether it was cotton wool or other warm things stuffed inside. Seeing his appearance, Emperor Liu felt good about him. His first impression was that he was an upright official.
"Feng Guang, I remember you!" After scanning the city walls and officials a few times, Emperor Liu finally sighed: "They say it's bitterly cold in the frontier. Today I just got a glimpse of its appearance. If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I might have imagined that the big man The fifth-grade governor has such an image. The soldiers guarding the northern border are working hard, and you officials who are loyal to Mu Shou are also not easy!"
Feng Guang stood in the cold wind. When he heard Emperor Liu's words, his eyes immediately turned red. He bowed his hands and bowed again: "With your Majesty's words, I have no other thoughts. This life is enough!"
From Feng Guang's choked tone, Emperor Liu could feel the bitterness and suffering of his tenure in Fengzhou. Looking up at the weathered word "Fengzhou" on the city gate, Emperor Liu sighed and said, "Take me into the city and have a look!"
"I've lost my composure!" Feng Guang wiped his eyes and apologized.
"That's it!"
Feng Guang said again: "Fengzhou is simple and crude. It is a place where the Holy Master is neglected, but he still prays for forgiveness!"
"The land of Fengzhou is the land of the Han Dynasty, and the people of Fengzhou are my people!" Emperor Liu said firmly in front of the simple city.
