After more than half a month of hard work, the issue of border refugees was successfully resolved with Su Ye's combination of kindness and power.
Soon, the news spread back to the capital.
Yan Lichu looked at the memorial in his hand and was overjoyed:
"Prime Minister Su can be called a wise man in governing the country. His proper handling of the border refugee problem not only demonstrates the majesty of our country, Yan State, but also reflects his benevolence and generosity. I am deeply gratified and hereby commend him!"
The courtiers all agreed and praised him for his wisdom.
Yan Lichu immediately issued an edict:
"It is said that Prime Minister Su returned to Beijing to receive a reward."
After receiving the edict, Su Ye immediately set off and was ordered to return to Beijing.
After spending more than half a month together, Su Ye was deeply loved by the residents of Linjiang County.
The title of border savior was well-known. Knowing that Su Ye was about to leave, the people gathered spontaneously.
Along the way, people lined the streets to see each other off.
They were full of respect and gratitude to the prime minister who saved the border.
Su Ye was dressed in white, humble and courteous, sitting upright on a horse, showing the elegance of a good prime minister.
He looked back frequently, his eyes full of reluctance, and full of deep feelings for this land and its people.
The refugees have integrated into it and become ordinary residents.
Their smiles and gratitude were his greatest comfort.
Su Ye kept waving to the people passing by on both sides of the road to express his gratitude.
However, no matter what, you cannot disobey your orders.
Seeing Su Ye's retreating figure, many people couldn't help but shed tears.
They knew that after the prime minister who saved them left, he might never return to this border town again.
But they also understand that Su Ye is doing it for the overall interests of the country and for more people to live a stable life.
Therefore, although they were reluctant to give up, the people still sincerely blessed Su Ye.
When Su Ye returned to Beijing this time, he also brought with him the young man who stood out in the porridge team regardless of being an old man.
His name is Li Hao, and he is a brave, fearless and kind-hearted young man.
Su Ye took a fancy to his qualities and decided to take him back to the capital to train a brave general for the country.
Li Hao followed Su Ye to Beijing, and saw Su Ye's prestige and intelligence along the way, and admired him endlessly.
Su Ye placed him in the military camp and asked him to start as a soldier at the lowest level.
Li Hao was living in Yan State due to war and famine. He never thought that he would have such an opportunity.
He was orphaned due to the war when he was young. In his heart, Su Ye is his most respected brother.
Under Su Ye's guidance, Li Hao trained diligently and studied hard.
He quickly demonstrated his extraordinary martial arts and leadership skills.
After arriving in the capital, Yan Lichu personally went out of the city to greet him. The emperor and his ministers were extremely happy to see each other.
Above the court, Su Ye's reputation reached its peak.
Under Yan Lichu's instruction, the Minister of Rites read out the reward edict:
"Prime Minister Su is indispensable for resolving the border crisis and making the people live and work in peace and contentment. He was rewarded with a hundred taels of gold, a thousand acres of fertile land, a hereditary first-class marquis, and tax exemption for future generations."
The ministers were amazed that it was rare to be awarded such a title.
A title is different from an official position. As a hereditary status symbol, it is more honorable.
Even the prime minister often cannot be rewarded with a title if he has no major meritorious service.
All the ministers looked at each other in disbelief, and awarded a commoner a first-class marquis, which was unprecedented in the history of Great Yan.
If it were just a solution to the refugee problem, he would never be rewarded like this.
Yan Lichu's move was more like commending Su Ye for his many contributions and achievements to the country of Yan in the past few years.
No matter how incredible it was in the hall, the ceremony still went on.
The Minister of Rites read out the knighthood booklet and gave it to Su Ye together with the seal, completing the canonization ceremony.
However, Su Ye still looked calm and calm as he saluted and received the reward:
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
Just when everyone in the court had different thoughts, the eunuch's long-drawn announcement suddenly sounded:
"Report——Dingguo Gong asks for an audience!"
A flash of surprise flashed in Yan Lichu's eyes, and he immediately said:
"Please!"
The sudden arrival of Duke Ding made everyone in the court who were originally immersed in Su Ye's conferment slightly surprised.
Dingguo Gong Yan Haoxiang was an old and important minister of the Yan Kingdom.
He is also Yan Lichu's cousin, with a respected position and strong strength.
He once served as the Chief Sima of the Ministry of War, and was awarded the title of Duke of Dingguo due to his military merits.
He has lived on the border for a long time and has a vital influence on the country's border security.
Dingguo Gong Yan Aoxiang rarely comes to Beijing, which will inevitably cause shock in the court.
After a while, Yan Aoxiang walked into the hall under the leadership of the eunuch.
In the court hall, everyone saluted and greeted him.
I saw this swallow soaring, wearing heavy armor, tall and straight, with strong steps.
A strong aura that had been fought on the battlefield for many years permeated the air, making people afraid to look directly at him.
His face was serious and his eyes were sharp, like an eagle examining its prey.
Su Ye watched with cold eyes, secretly wary in his heart.
He knew that Duke Dingguo's status and strength were enough to cause quite a stir in the court.
Yan Aoxiang stood in the center of the hall, his eyes swept over the ministers, and finally landed on Su Ye.
He nodded slightly, seeming to acknowledge Su Ye's appointment.
Then, he turned to Yan Lichu, saluted, and said:
"Your Majesty, my veteran's visit to Beijing this time brought the latest military information from the border."
Yan Lichu looked solemn and immediately said: "Dong Guo, please speak."
Yan Aoxiang stood up and reported the border situation one by one:
"In the past few days, the State of Wei has frequently provoked people on our border, burning, killing, looting, and committing all kinds of evil. The people on the border are living in poverty and mourning is everywhere. I have mobilized border troops to successfully counterattack and repel the Wei army."
Yan Lichu looked serious. When he heard that the enemy had retreated, he breathed a sigh of relief and was filled with emotion:
"My cousin is brave and truly a national treasure."
The ministers all agreed, praising Ding Guogong for his bravery and invincibility, and for his great military exploits for the country.
In this festive atmosphere, Duke Dingguo seemed to have come to report the war situation and had no other ideas.
However, Yan Aoxiang had a stern look on his face and glanced at everyone.
In the end, it landed directly on Su Ye:
"Is this the legendary Prime Minister Su who has made countless achievements?"
Yan Aoxiang's question made the atmosphere in the court slightly tense, and everyone turned their attention to Su Ye.
Su Ye was dressed in white and looked calm and relaxed. He smiled slightly and answered humbly:
"The Duke of Dingguo has given me the reward, but I have only done my duty."
Yan Aoxiang looked at Su Ye with bright eyes:
"Prime Minister Su is humble and courteous. He is indeed a good prime minister in governing the world."
After saying that, he walked forward and patted Su Ye on the shoulder as if he were a kind elder.
However, Su Ye clearly felt that the force of the slap on the shoulder seemed to be particularly hard.
But he didn't show it on his face and still kept smiling.
Seeing his subordinates enjoying themselves happily, Yan Lichu had no doubt that he was there. He was secretly pleased and patted the desk:
"I announce that we will hold a grand banquet tonight, with a group of hundreds of officials, to celebrate the return of our uncle and Prime Minister Su from their meritorious service!"
