Ziwei City was the largest imperial city in the Han Dynasty. Officials who served in various government offices in Nanya spent a lot of time on the way out of the palace after finishing their work every day. It seemed that the political hall was closest to the palace, and officials had to walk closer to the palace.
Two quarters of an hour.
Zhao Kuangyin resigned from the Chongzheng Palace, which naturally took longer. When he left the imperial city, the sky had already dimmed. Under the twilight, the Imperial City of the Han Dynasty looked even deeper and towering, and the hanging palace lanterns were not dense and hazy.
The light reflected on the guard standing upright like a rock, looking serious and quiet.
The Imperial City is close to Luoshui. Under the control of the imperial court, the river water is much clearer than usual. Three river bridges hang high on the water, and the bridge openings are large enough to accommodate a large ship with two thousand ships.
Compared with the mysterious and solemn temperament of the imperial city, the river bridge is much more vivid. Various lanterns are neatly and densely arranged on the bridge, which is colorful and reflects the river water.
The Third Tianjin Bridge has become a particularly beautiful scenery in Xijing City. There is no one outside Beijing who does not come here to visit Luoyang. At this time, even if night falls, there are still many tourists lingering here. Here, not only can
You can enjoy the beautiful night view, look at the imperial city in the distance, and look up at the Qianyuan Hall that reaches straight into the sky, and feel the majesty of the Heavenly Family and the Imperial Court...
The car drove across the river bridge from time to time. Because the bridge was too high, it felt like driving on the clouds. The wheels made a crisp sound when passing over the bluestone bridge deck. It was about to enter late spring. However, the night wind that seeped in from time to time still made Zhao Kuangyin feel a strange feeling.
A chill.
However, this does not prevent him from having a fiery heart. Of course, Zhao Kuangyin has expectations for the position of coach of the East Route Army. What is certain is that just like Governor Li Gu's army flattened the south, this time the coach of the East Route Army will be
He will also be the one who will nominally lead the Northern Expedition armies.
Winning this position is inevitable, not to mention the blessing of a powerful position, making achievements, and leaving a name in history. Moreover, he will become the "number one commander" since the founding of the People's Republic of China.
After so many years, no foreign minister has ever been able to command such a large army to fight! And Emperor Liu summoned him, Zhao Kuangyin, and listened to his views in detail on the Northern Expedition, just like the conversation outside the Great Wall when he accompanied him on his previous patrol.
Zhao Kuangyin had not been so worried about gains and losses for a long time, but when he returned to the government, someone was already waiting for him. The Xingjie Army Commander under the Inspection Department, Party Jin.
Dang Jin is a maverick among the large number of military aristocrats in the Han Dynasty. He even has a resounding reputation among the government and the public. Sometimes it is because of his lack of education and low literacy, but in recent years, he has practiced his own actions and caused a lot of troubles.
A ridiculous thing.
Lord Dang is full of allusions, providing a lot of jokes for the people of the capital.
However, this person has a distinctive personality. Although he is very vulgar, he is a marquis and has gradually become a general in the army. Without him, he may not be able to advance in the party, but he is good at leading troops, and his vulgarity and simplicity can easily win trust.
At least no one will be afraid of him.
Up to now, among the generals who are close to Zhao Kuangyin, Dang Jin is the one with the highest power and position besides Li Jixun.
"Why are brothers here?" In the hall, Zhao Kuangyin couldn't help but be surprised when he saw Dang Jin with his legs crossed and holding a tea cup pretending to be a sample of tea.
"No, I'm asking Rong Gong for help!" Seeing Zhao Kuangyin, Dang Jin's thick eyebrows bloomed, he put down his teacup and stood up.
Zhao Dezhao said: "Uncle Dang has been waiting for a long time!"
"sit!"
Zhao Kuangyin took off the crown on his head and handed it to Zhao Dezhao. He sat down on the main seat, took the tea from the maid, moistened his throat and said, "What trouble have you encountered? Who else can do this between the government and the public?"
Are you causing trouble for you, Marquis Shanyang?"
In the capital, in terms of seniority, authority, and title, there are many people who are higher than the party, but few people can cause trouble for him, because this is a piece of meat on a hob, a copper pea, and a gangster will not hesitate to involve him.
He is a problem in his own right.
"Rong Gong, please stop pretending to be confused! Apart from the Northern Expedition, there are other major events in the imperial court. Of course I am here for this!" After twenty years of comrades-in-arms, Dang Jin did not go around in circles and said.
"Do you also want to participate in the Northern Expedition?" Zhao Kuangyin asked.
"Who doesn't want to?" Dang Jin said carelessly: "I have been in Beijing for a long time and wandered around all day, but I still want to go to the battlefield again to relax my muscles and bones!"
"The deployment of troops and generals is all arranged by the Privy Council. I can't be the master!" Zhao Kuangyin said.
When mentioning this, Dang Jin couldn't help but feel a little aggrieved: "Shi Shouxin is so untrue. He is also a member of the Forbidden Army, has the same training, and has the same salary. He dares to look down on our officers and soldiers from the Inspection Department and the Northern Transfer Officers.
There is no soldier left without me!"
"Don't be rude!" Zhao Kuangyin shouted when he saw that the party was being rude at the entrance and exit: "The Privy Council's transfer order was also approved by His Majesty and cannot be questioned. Furthermore, even if a large number of troops are sent, how can the imperial army be transferred away, and how can the defense of the capital be done?
Lazy?"
"Even so, it won't be difficult to recruit some generals and officers! It's not like we can't lift the sword or mount the horse. It's not justified if we don't give any chance to kill the enemy and serve the country!" Dang Jin chuckled.
Seeing his demeanor and movements, Zhao Kuangyin couldn't help but smile, and then sighed: "With this arrangement, His Majesty obviously intends to let the younger generations of young men perform meritorious service. How can he satisfy all the officers and soldiers in the army who are eager to be awarded titles and honors?"
Dang Jin said dissatisfied: "We are not old yet, wouldn't it be a pity to abandon it like this?"
Looking at him, Zhao Kuangyin said: "You are also a veteran on the battlefield. You should know that meritorious service on the battlefield is not easy. You are already in danger of life and death. Why bother to work so hard anymore? Isn't it good to enjoy the land, house, concubines, wine and meat for a long time?
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Obviously, his thoughts were seen through, and Dang Jin was not embarrassed and responded: "I, the Marquis of Shanyang, am the second-class Marquis. Even if I have no intention of being a Duke, it would be good if I could be promoted to the first class!"
"I can't make the decision on this matter!" Zhao Kuangyin said.
"If you are the commander-in-chief of the army, what's the difficulty in asking for the mobilization of a general? Speaking of which, we haven't fought side by side for several years. I still miss those days on the battlefield in Huainan!" Dang Jin said with emotion.
Zhao Kuangyin knew that this guy was very shrewd, so when he heard this, his expression was serious and he said: "The position of commander has not yet been decided. Who is spreading rumors and criticizing the military aircraft? Are you going to die?"
Dang Jin was stunned and asked: "Your Majesty has summoned you to the palace for so long, isn't it to discuss the matter of becoming commander-in-chief?"
Zhao Kuangyin put down the tea cup, his face made a recalling look, and he sighed deeply: "The Sacred Heart is unpredictable... It's not easy to sit in the handsome position. If you succeed, you will achieve unparalleled achievements. What if there is an accident?"
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"Me?" In the Chui Gong Palace, Prince Liu Yang, who was summoned again, let out a rare sound of surprise.
There were only two people in the palace, father and son, and the environment seemed private. Looking at Liu Yang who looked surprised, Emperor Liu nodded seriously and said: "Yes, it's you! It's just you and me, father and son, so I'll just say it!"
In this Northern Expedition, not to mention sending an army that will overwhelm the country and using the strength of the whole country, half of them will always be there. Although it is three generations away, it is always difficult to make people feel at ease when such a huge army is handed over to the hands of foreign ministers. Who would do that?
None of them are good.
After thinking about it, if I don't go on the expedition myself, then you will have to go out on my father's behalf! I have almost eliminated the disadvantages of arrogant soldiers and strong generals, but they don't dare to cause trouble, and they still respect my power more.
You may not be able to convince them!
Therefore, you can also take advantage of this Northern Expedition to accumulate some prestige, at least not to be underestimated by those soldiers!"
"However, I have no experience in leading troops. If I entrust a large force to my hands, I am afraid that it will cause trouble. It will affect the survival of the soldiers and the victory or defeat of the Northern Expedition. I dare not take this responsibility!" Liu Yang probably didn't come back to his senses and responded with a lot of self-knowledge.
, shaking his head repeatedly.
Upon hearing this, Emperor Liu smiled and said gently: "If you have this understanding, it will dispel my remaining worries! I don't ask you to lead the troops in the battle. Those who command on the battlefield will have their own important ministers."
With the general assisting you, you only need to sit in the middle of the army, unite the army's morale, and play a leadership role. As for the command, someone will do it!"
