When Li Hao saw that he had nothing to do, he began to feel sorry for the noble disciples. They must know that this time the winner will not enter the Imperial Army's yamen, but will directly go out to quell the rebellion. I don't know what their expressions will be.
Of course, Li Hao also felt sorry for the commander of this army. He sent out troops with a bunch of dandy boys, and he was afraid that he would have a headache to death.
Li Hao was just thinking about this when he saw that Zhao Zhen and Ouyang Xiu had roughly discussed it and agreed that the matter would be discussed in the Privy Council. If there are no major problems, it can be implemented.
At this point, Li Hao thought that today was over and he could leave the palace if nothing happened.
But suddenly Zhao Zhen mentioned something and asked Li Hao: "I once heard that you were unwilling to be an official in Bianjing. You said that there are many dignitaries in Bianjing, and it is very difficult for me to be a local official.
So now if there is an opportunity for you to go out to Beijing for a business trip, would you be willing? "
After hearing what Zhao Zhen said, Li Hao thought that Zhao Zhen wanted to transfer him to a local position, although he was a little reluctant now. But he could only say: "Everything is at the command of the officials, and all ministers should obey it."
After hearing this, Zhao Zhen said: "That's good. Then Li Qing's family and Ouyang Qing's family can leave if nothing happens."
Then the two of them said goodbye to Zhao Zhen and left the palace together.
On the way back, Li Hao asked Ouyang Xiu for advice: "Uncle, what do you mean by the last sentence of the official family? Are you planning to transfer me to a local post?"
After hearing this, Ouyang Xiu did not answer directly, but said somewhat meaningfully: "You don't have to think too much, you will know the result soon.
In addition, don’t spread anything about what happened in the palace today, and it’s best not to tell anyone. "
After hearing this, Li Hao replied: "This is natural, my nephew understands."
When Li Hao wanted to ask something, Ouyang Xiu walked away, making Li Hao a little depressed.
Seeing that he couldn't find anything, Li Hao hurried back to his house. After all, there were a lot of outsiders in his house now, and Li Hao was a little worried after all.
However, when Li Hao returned to the house, he found that everything was fine in the house. Those who were sent were very obedient after Gu Tingye took care of them.
So after meeting Gu Tingye again, Li Hao strongly asked him to stay at his house for the next few days. Anyway, it seemed that the competition could not start for the time being, and he had to wait until the official side came out with the results.
Moreover, Li Hao also thought about handing over the competition at this time, otherwise he would have to offend others by recruiting people from the winning side into the counter-insurgency army, which was unnecessary.
So Li Hao ignored the league affairs for the next two days and did not let Gu Tingye take care of them.
I was just waiting for people at home, but in the past two days, I had received 69 more people, but by now they were basically all here.
Just to be busy with this matter, even the old lady of the Sheng family sent someone to invite Li Hao, but Li Hao politely declined.
When everyone arrived, Li Hao was thinking about how to deal with these people.
Another news came from the palace, and Li Hao was directly asked to enter the palace for questioning, which made Li Hao confused.
When Li Hao arrived at Chui Gong Hall, he saw that in addition to Zhao Zhen, Ouyang Xiu was also there today, and he was half relieved.
After Li Hao came in, Zhao Zhen went straight to the point and said: "According to the advice of the Qing family, the Privy Council has already discussed and decided to form another army of Imperial Camp, with a strength of 2,500 people, and it will be under the jurisdiction of the command department in front of the palace. The formation is completed. Then he went to the south to quell the rebellion.
The candidate for the leadership has not yet been discussed, but I think since the Qing family raised this matter, I wonder if there is anyone recommended by the Qing family. "
Li Hao was confused after hearing this. He didn't know how he could ask about the affairs of a lieutenant general in the army, but he still said calmly: "I really don't know any lieutenant general in the army, and I don't know who can." To shoulder such an important responsibility, I cannot recommend a candidate and hope that the officials will atone for their sins.”
After hearing this, Zhao Zhen said: "The Qing family doesn't know who is suitable, so it's better not to bother the two masters. Since the league is hosted by the Qing family, and the Imperial Army Lieutenant General School is filled by the winners of the league, then let the Qing family simply It is common for me to lead troops on this trip to civilian officials."
When Li Hao heard this, he was dumbfounded. Although before traveling through time, Li Hao had also imagined that he could lead troops on the battlefield and fight in all directions.
But this happened too suddenly, and Li Hao also knew how much he weighed, and he had not read a few military books, so he had no ability to lead troops in war.
Li Hao wanted to refuse at this time, but he heard Zhao Zhen say: "Now that you are the judge of Dali Temple, you will be promoted to the prime minister of Dali Temple, and I will give you a fourth-level knight to be the commander of the imperial camp and command the imperial camp." .
As for the rest of the generals under your command, they will be filled by the winners of this competition, and you will submit a report to the Privy Council for approval. Therefore, the Qing family does not need to worry too much. This matter has been decided and will not be changed.
But regarding the matter of leading the troops this time, if the Qing family still has any difficulties, you can tell them now and see if I can solve them for you. "
Seeing that Li Hao had finished talking, he thought that he had to find a reliable helper to help him anyway, so he said: "I really want to report something to the officials. If I am to lead the army, I would like to ask Gu Tingye to help me as my deputy and ask for the official’s permission.”
After hearing this, Zhao Zhen said: "I know that this person is familiar with you, but it has been rumored that Gu Erlang has been a wanderer since he was a child and is a playboy. Isn't it inappropriate for you to ask him to assist you?"
Li Hao replied: "Gu Tingye's original style may have been a bit dissolute, but he has changed his ways since he was a student.
And speaking of it, he can be considered to be as capable as Ning Yuanhou. With his help, I think he will get twice the result with half the effort. I am willing to be Gu Tingye's guarantee and ask for the official's permission. "
After hearing this, Zhao Zhen pondered for a while, probably thinking that he had cut off Gu Tingye's path to the imperial examination, and that Gu Tingye's imperial examination essays were indeed good. Then he agreed: "Then let Gu Tingye Yinfeng join the post and assist you in handling official affairs as the Marquis of Yu, the capital of the army.
In addition, the military situation is urgent. Start your league as soon as possible. Once the winner is determined, the army will be organized immediately. As for the sergeants, they will be transferred from the upper four armies. The army will be organized within one month after the game and go to the south to suppress the rebellion. "
After finishing speaking, Li Hao and Ouyang Xiu were asked to retreat together.
After leaving the palace, Li Hao complained to Ouyang Xiu: "Uncle, when the officials asked me to lead the army, why didn't uncle say a word of advice? I don't know anything about the army, and the officials are not afraid that I will cause trouble. Come back after losing the battle."
After hearing this, Ouyang Xiu said: "Come back to your home with me first, and we will discuss it in detail when we get back."
After saying that, he got on the carriage and returned to his house. Li Hao hurriedly followed. When he arrived at Ouyang Xiu's house, Li Hao asked again: "Can uncle tell me the matter now?"
After hearing this, Ouyang Xiu said: "Now that I know I'm in a hurry, why didn't I be more cautious in the first place?"
Li Hao said: "I know I was wrong, and I will definitely correct it in the future, but what does this have to do with the government letting me lead the army?"
Ouyang Xiu said: "The officials asked you to lead the army this time. Naturally, they didn't expect you to make any great achievements. As long as you take these noble disciples to the battlefield for a spin, it will be natural for those who dare to do anything. If it is reused, it can be regarded as a selection.
As for why you were appointed, firstly, it’s because you are the one running this league, so it just makes sense. Secondly, it can be regarded as making up for one's mistakes. Although the officials did not say anything about the matter this time, there are still many people among the officials who are trying to help you, and you must give them an explanation.
And when you come back with your troops, you can naturally take this army to control the security in the capital, which is not a bad thing for you. "
After listening to this, Li Hao finally understood, and finally let go of the big stone in his heart.
So he said with a smile: "In that case, I will organize them to go on a grand parade this time. I just don't know that after they won the game, they learned that they were going to conquer the thieves immediately, and they still fell into my hands. How will they feel? I wish them good luck."
