On the outskirts of Chang'an, nobles gathered.
When Li Jing arrived, everyone saluted in unison, and the crowd was filled with darkness. The few people in front of him were all important officials of the court, and together with his grandson King Qin Li Yuan, Li Jing felt that his life had reached the most intense moment.
In order to show that he was not arrogant, Li Jing dismounted from his horse and walked on foot. He was careful in every move, word and deed, as if he were walking on thin ice.
Coming closer and meeting everyone one by one, although my vanity was greatly satisfied, a little fear also sprouted deep in my heart.
Now that a person has reached this stage, what else is waiting for him?
Fortunately, fortunately, he is the head of the state and the emperor's master. With these two layers of amulets, he should not make the same mistakes as those famous ministers and generals in the past, right?
At this time, he was surrounded by ministers from Conglong.
Shangshu Zuopushe Wen Yanbo, Shangshu of the Ministry of Personnel Wang Ze, Shangshu of the Ministry of Punishments Yang Gongren, Shangshu of the Ministry of Husbandry Su Quan, and Shangshu of the Ministry of Rites Li Gang were old and fell ill a few days ago. Du Yan, the minister of the Ministry of Rites, welcomed the governor on his behalf when he returned to the court.
In addition, General Yulin Zhonglang, Minister of War Wei Chigong, General Pang Yu of Zuojian Gate Guard, and General Dou Cong of Zuotunwei were also among them.
Others, such as Liu Zhenghui, the minister of Zhongshu, Sun Shunde, the eldest minister of the sect, Yu Shinan, the author of the book, Dugu Kaiyuan, the young minister of Honglu Temple, etc., are also outstanding people.
In addition to the two previous generals Xu Shiji and Wang Zhibian, the four generals of the Wei Palace and a general of the Imperial Guard, Li Jing's face was already a little stiff when he restarted his journey surrounded by everyone.
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Wen Yanbo greeted Li Jing attentively at the side, mainly asking about Li Jing's condition, but he had recovered. When he heard in the capital that the governor had fallen ill in Donglai, the whole court was worried.
His Majesty also sent an imperial doctor to the east to diagnose and treat the governor.
Li Jing was very embarrassed. He only said that he had not taken a boat out to sea for a long time, and he caught wind and cold while floating on the sea. So he fell ill in the east and recovered after a few days. It was nothing.
Several people around him began to praise the Governor's good health, which was a blessing to the country, but they should still take care of themselves in the future.
These people all spoke very well. No one talked about Li Jing's age. They only said nice things, which made Li Jing feel very comforted.
Of course, what he cares most about is his grandson. Although he is a monarch and a minister, he can't isolate family ties here. Even if there are so many important officials in the court accompanying him, he will not forget every word you say to me.
Asked about Li Yuan’s studies and current situation.
Li Yuan received a strict aristocratic education since he was a child. He came to Chang'an with his mother when he was three years old, and was raised according to the standards of a prince.
Now he can't talk about the city, but he has seen many big events. He is not formal and can't make mistakes in etiquette. He answers whatever his grandfather asks, responds calmly, and shows that he belongs to the royal family in front of everyone.
Graceful demeanor.
The prince had just left the palace. He had been raised in the palace before and had little contact with foreign ministers.
At this time, everyone was paying attention to his words and deeds, and everyone made their own evaluations in their hearts. What attracted even more attention was the relationship between the prince and the governor, which was a very important matter in politics.
If the Grand Governor showed even a little bit of displeasure, he would have something to say.
Fortunately, the grandfather and grandson talked happily and no other stories came up.
Li Jing and everyone actually nodded secretly. The prince was taught a very decent manner, but as for his temperament and talents, we still have to wait and see.
Again, the next few years will be crucial for Li Yuan. Whether he can be promoted to the crown prince depends on his performance in the past few years. Welcome Li Jing to return to the court, which is his first official appearance in front of the courtiers. I will leave it to everyone.
The impression is pretty good.
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When Fan Wenjin returned to the court to report on his duties, he was given a house as a gift and given a vacation and so on.
Li Jing is different. In the spotlight, the procedure is much more complicated.
The team first went to the garrison camp on the southern outskirts of Chang'an to rest for a day and put on the ceremonial guards that had been prepared early. The accompanying Tang Army soldiers also put on brand-new armor, and a large flag of the sun, moon and stars was also decorated.
The fight started.
On the morning of the second day, people had breakfast and tidied up. Accompanied by officials from the Ministry of Rites and Taichang Temple, the procession meandered into Chang'an City.
The news had already spread, and at this time, the entire Chang'an City was filled with people and the streets were filled with joy.
This is equivalent to holding a celebration. It has been brewing since the beginning of the year, and now people have finally released their enthusiasm like fire.
It has been a year since the news of the great victory in the East China Sea came back in the sixth year of Yuan Zhen. The DPRK and the Central Government have been suppressing the news and did not hold any large-scale celebrations.
Everyone in the world knew the news that Goguryeo was destroyed by the Tang Dynasty. Once the powerful enemy was wiped out, one can imagine the excitement of the Tang people.
Officials felt that this battle was an achievement comparable to Huo Qubing's sealing of Lang Juxu.
The people's thoughts were much simpler. Emperor Yang's three expeditions to Goguryeo back then caused the world to boil, and the people's wives and children were scattered, which ushered in the dark war years of the late Sui Dynasty.
Now that Goguryeo has finally been wiped out, the people, under the propaganda of the government, feel that this is indeed a good thing that can comfort their ancestors.
Today, the Governor Li Jing returned to the court, which ignited people's long-simmering enthusiasm. The people of Chang'an, carrying the old and the young, came to the side of Zhuque Street to welcome Li Jing, the God of War of the Tang Dynasty.
Smoke billows.
If the later humanoids heard about this, they would definitely condemn it, but now they are still playing in the mud, but it has nothing to do with the people of Chang'an.
While the people were looking forward to it, the team entering the city was divided into four rows, riding horses slowly, and entered the Chang'an city gate.
He only showed up, but did not see the general flag of Grand Governor Li Jing. Only a flag of sun, moon and stars was revealed, and the people waiting near the city gate already let out cheers, and then spread into the city.
The crowd shouted, shaking the heaven and the earth.
Li Jing rode a horse forward among the team. He was wearing a brand-new official uniform and riding a serious horse from the Western Regions. His face was full of red, and he seemed to be several years younger.
More than forty years have passed since he showed his prominence in his youth. When he was frustrated, the scene between his midnight dreams finally appeared before his eyes.
The value of life and a man's achievements must be realized at this time, that is, he is in good health. Otherwise, in his current state, with his heart beating like a drum and his body full of heat, he may have to fall off his horse and show you how happy he is and how sad he is.
As the team gradually walked up Zhuque Street, Chang'an City fell into a sea of joy, and cheers came one after another. Even these soldiers had experienced hundreds of battles and had the strength to chew off a piece of the enemy's flesh even if they lost their heads. At this time
I also felt a little overwhelmed.
The glory of the world has never exceeded this moment.
This chapter has been completed!