Liu Chengyou was very obedient and acted very free and easy. When he was asked to rest and recuperate, he stayed in the mansion honestly to relieve the fatigue and pressure of half a year of military service. He acted very calm.
Abandoning all military affairs, he studied, practiced calligraphy, and martial arts in his mansion every day to enrich himself. Just like he did in Jinyang, he went to the palace every morning and evening to pay homage to his mother, Queen Li. When he returned home, it was as usual, and occasionally met Liu Geng. After flirting, I also cultivated a piece of land in the garden of the house, destroyed the original flowers and plants, and planted some vegetables. It was very relaxing, at least it seemed like this on the surface.
However, secretly, Liu Chengyou never relaxed for a moment about government affairs, state affairs, the situation in the capital and even the world.
In the early morning, when the morning light was still hazy and the fog had not completely dissipated, Liu Chengyou was already in the Renming Hall, paying his respects to Mr. Li. In the hall, there was a daily scene of loving mothers and filial piety.
"Here, try it on, does it fit you?" Mrs. Li personally took out a brocade robe and put it on Liu Chengyou.
Liu Chengyou acted modestly and allowed Li to move on him. Knowing that Liu Chengyou liked plain colors, Li deliberately selected the gray brocade with some silver-white mountain and sea flowers and birds patterns embroidered on it, which looked very delicate.
"Your Highness, these patterns were all embroidered by the empress herself, stitch by stitch." A female officer waiting on the side said to Liu Chengyou.
"The thread is in the hands of a loving mother." Hearing this, Liu Chengyou immediately flattered Mrs. Li: "My mother is really ingenious, and your craftsmanship is really ingenious."
Ms. Li couldn't help but roll her eyes at Liu Chengyou. She was not surprised now that Liu Chengyou said sweet words. She took two steps back to look at the overall effect and frowned: "It's a little too big. Take it off and I'll do it again." Change it.”
"No need, it's just right." Liu Chengyou stretched his hands and said softly: "In another year, it will be close to my body."
"Breakfast is ready." The waiter came to report.
Liu Chengyou raised his fist towards Mr. Li and said, "I didn't eat breakfast on purpose, so I'm going to mess around with you again."
"I have already prepared your bowls and chopsticks." Li reached out and tapped Liu Chengyou's forehead gently.
After finishing a bowl of porridge, Li Shi glanced at Liu Chengyou with phoenix eyes, and asked a little casually: "How have you been resting in the house these days?"
Liu Chengyou replied: "Very good. The fatigue of the expedition has been relieved."
"The officials ask you to recuperate, so you should recuperate well. Don't be anxious or depressed. The country has just been established, and there are many wastes waiting to be prospered. It still needs you, father and son, to work together to prosper..."
Hearing what Li said, Liu Chengyou couldn't help but raise his head and look at her in surprise. He saw her mother's graceful face with a natural expression, a soft smile at the corner of her mouth, and a pair of loving eyes that were a little deep.
"Yes!" Liu Chengyou responded softly after swallowing the pastry in his mouth. But he couldn't help but wonder in his heart, whether his mother suddenly said this, was it her own idea, or was she ordered by Liu Zhiyuan to comfort him?
After retiring from Li's place, someone came from Chui Gong Hall, and Liu Zhiyuan summoned him. Along the way, Liu Chengyou went, and on the way, he met Liu Chengxun, who was also summoned.
The two brothers said hello and exchanged a few pleasantries. Liu Chengyou looked at Liu Chengxun and asked: "Brother, how is your health?"
The autumn morning was indeed cool, and the wind was blowing coldly, but it was not that cold. But Liu Chengxun was wrapped in a thick robe and covered his head, as if he couldn't bear the wind.
Liu Chengxun's physical condition was obviously not very good. There was a strange rosy look on his fair and handsome face. He tightened his tight robe, smiled and replied: "It's nothing serious, just an ordinary injury. I've been prescribed by the imperial doctor." After taking the medicine, I have improved a lot.”
Observing Liu Chengxun's expression, Liu Chengyou frowned slightly and reminded: "Brother, don't be too tired. You can leave the refugee matters to the officials below, so there is no need to travel so hard."
"No problem." Liu Chengxun waved his hand.
These days, Liu Chengxun is basically busy dealing with the problem of refugees in the Gyeonggi area. He still got some support from Liu Zhiyuan and designated an area in the Zhengzhou area for the implementation of official settlements. He also recommended the first three departments to envoy Liu Shenjiao He is the governor of Zhengzhou and also the field envoy, responsible for implementing policies.
This time, Liu Chengxun chose the right person. Liu Shenjiao was already over seventy years old, but he was old and strong, and had outstanding political skills. In this chaotic era, every time he went through things, he took care of them with compassion, and the officials and the people praised him for his kindness. .The implementation of the matter with Liu Shenjiao was very smooth and well-organized. Even if life is difficult, having such an honest and charitable old man as an example can calm people's hearts.
As for Liu Chengxun, he focused on it, and from time to time he would go west to Zhengzhou to check the situation in person. Seeing the results there, he heard that Liu Chengxun was already planning to start work in other areas. It seemed that Liu Chengxun was a little anxious.
Seeing that Liu Chengxun didn't care much, Liu Chengyou didn't give any more advice. He was half a step behind, and the two of them went hand in hand, and asked casually: "Brother, do you know what is going on when father calls you?"
Liu Chengxun turned to look at Liu Chengyou, his eyes flashed slightly, he coughed twice, and said in an uncertain tone: "It should be about reorganizing the army."
Recently, the Han court's military affairs have focused on two things. One is the transfer of various military affairs, and the other is the reorganization of the imperial army. The military transfer of military affairs is still under discussion. Who should be transferred and when, it is not particularly important. But the rectification of the Forbidden Army was an immediate matter. In fact, only after the Forbidden Army was rectified, could the Han court free up its energy to adjust the towns in various places.
In the Chui Gong Hall, the Privy Councilor Yang Bin, the deputy minister Guo Wei, the third minister Wang Zhang, and the commander of the Forbidden Army Shi Hongzhao were all there. Liu Zhiyuan was reading the final reorganization charter, and Shi Hongzhao reported to him personally.
"The Guards Division dismounted the infantry troops according to the precedent, and set up two armies to protect the saints and serve the country. The subordinates of the two armies were divided into horse and infantry. All the troops of the previous dynasty, Guangrui and Sandutou, were stationed along with them. The rest were like Xingguo and Wei Shun. , Zhongwei, Xingshun, Nushou, Zongshun and other armies were not full of troops, the generals and schools were left empty, all were abolished, and the troops and horses were merged into the new army. The troops from the north came to Hedong, Liuwujie, Xingjie, and Longqi armies, The remaining ones were disbanded and merged into the three armies. In addition, the ministers and others proposed to select the young and strong men from all the armies to form a new large army, which is considered to be the essence of the Forbidden Army. After the quotas of the above armies, large and small, are full, the remaining ones will set up small armies with different military numbers... ..The Guards Department is responsible for all armies. After the reorganization is completed, the horse and infantry troops will total 110,000 soldiers."
"All armies are deployed in front of the Imperial City Hall. The inner hall is straight, scattered troops, and the three armies of Control Crane are set up along them. Another new army is set up, totaling 20,000 troops."
"..."
Shi Hongzhao probably introduced Liu Zhiyuan once and then waited for his reaction. The memorial has been revised and adjusted several times and is very detailed. The specific establishment, troop allocation and even the garrison area have been mentioned. Of course, the more important thing is , attached is a list of the generals appointed after the reorganization is completed.
This troop reorganization was basically a major digestion of the previous Jin troops by the imperial court. The original Hedong generals were naturally retained and promoted to some extent, but the personnel transfer was too maneuverable. Shi Hongzhao and Guo Wei A list was drawn up "impartially" and only waited for Liu Zhiyuan's nod.
When the two brothers Liu Chengxun and Liu Chengyou met, Liu Zhiyun was looking at it seriously. Judging from his expression, he should be very satisfied.
"The bodyguards have established a new army, and the military numbers are small. The rest of the new army can be called Liang, and the imperial army of the Tang Dynasty has military numbers." Liu Zhiyuan picked up his pen and sketched on the memorial, and said in his mouth.
Then he stared at the list, looking particularly carefully. Among the senior officers in the Guards Department, Shi Hongzhao, no matter how arrogant he was, did not dare to be partial. Liu Zhiyuan's direct generals such as Liu Xin, Li Hongxin, Shang Hongqian, Gai Wan, and Guo Congyi etc., all of them are high in the list. The last one is also the envoy of a large army. Liu Zhiyuan cares most about these people. As for the lower-level generals, he, the emperor, does not need to care about him personally. At least, Liu Zhiyuan This is how I see it.
"Da Lang, Er Lang, these are the army regulations. Come and take a look. What do you think?" Liu Zhiyuan said, looking up at the two brothers.
Liu Chengyou walked in low-key, stood respectfully, and observed the situation in the palace with his peripheral vision. He glanced at Shi Hongzhao and Yang Bin, and then entered meditation. After Liu Chengxun finished reading, Liu Chengyou took it.
In fact, after the first draft of this troop reorganization plan was completed, it was transferred to the Liu Chengyou case, and I basically understood its contents. I browsed through it briefly, and the focus was on the Longqi Army.
Of the Longqi Three-Step, One-Horse and Fourth Army in Beijing, only Ma Quanyi's First Army was left, which was used as a basis to reorganize, with a command of ten thousand people, and four armies, divided into left and right wings. Ma Quanyi was the commander of the right wing of Longqi.
The rest were treated in the same way, but they were merged into other guard armies. Especially the cavalry army led by Han Tong were all assigned to the Guardian Army. The bugle belongs to the military service bugle, and below it is the military bugle of Longqi, Wujie, Xingjie and other troops)
"Very good, Generals Shi and Guo have arranged the organization very well." This was Liu Chengxun's answer. His eyes only stayed on the list for a while, as if he was looking for someone.
"My son, I have no objection." Liu Chengyou replied happily to Liu Zhiyuan, with no abnormal expression on his face.
Liu Zhiyuan smiled and said to Shi and Guo: "According to this regulation, we will reorganize the Forbidden Army. I will inspect the new army in one month!"
"Yes!" they both responded in unison.
His mood was obviously much better than before. Liu Zhiyuan glanced at Liu Chengyou and chuckled: "Erlang, I heard that you have been cultivating yourself in the mansion recently, and you even cultivated the land yourself, which is very pleasant."
It’s unclear what Liu Zhiyuan’s plan was, but Liu Chengyou just responded calmly: “Farming is the most important thing and is the foundation of the country, so it’s farming. Let’s learn a little about it. Such leisurely feelings will make you laugh..."
Liu Zhiyuan laughed out loud, seeming to be really happy, and said to Liu Chengyou: "I can't leave you free. Tomorrow you will enter the Privy Council to handle military affairs and seal matters!"
"Yes!" Liu Chengyou raised his eyebrows and bowed.
"Privacy Guo!" After resigning, Liu Chengyou took the initiative to find Guo Wei.
Guo Wei still had a humble attitude and cupped his fists towards Liu Chengyou: "Your Highness."
This was Liu Chengyou's first face-to-face communication with Guo Wei after arriving in Kaifeng. After walking together for a few steps, Liu Chengyou said in a calm tone: "General Longqi relies on the privy protection of the troops!"
When drafting the charter, Shi Hongzhao was indeed dissatisfied with the Longqi Army, was jealous, and had orders from his superiors, so he was partial to the arrangements of the Longqi Army General. That is to say, Guo Wei took care of it so that he would not let him do what he did. It was too much, so although the Longqi Army was dispersed, the generals were still there. Liu Chengyou knew this clearly.
Hearing this, Guo Wei shook his head seriously and said to Liu Chengyou: "General Longqi and Colonel are all brave and capable of commanding troops, and they have also made meritorious deeds in the country. I only make decisions based on public conscience and reason."
After listening to what Guo Wei said, Liu Chengyou's expression did not change and he said to him seriously: "Sir Longqi, they have followed me from birth to death, and I naturally hope that they can have a good future. Privy Guo, of course, out of public interest, but as far as I am concerned , this kindness will be engraved in my heart.”
Seeing Liu Chengyou's solemn look, Guo Wei couldn't help but smile and shook his head: "Your Highness is serious."
"It seems that Guo Rong is not seen in the list of officers?" Liu Chengyou asked the question in his mind without getting entangled in the matter.
"My official wanted Guo Rong to inform His Highness personally about this matter!" Facing Liu Chengyou's confused look, Guo Wei said, "I'm not afraid of Your Highness's jokes. I'm a bit selfish and intend to find a job for him to be sent abroad."
"Oh?" Liu Chengyou became interested: "Where do you want to be?"
"Chanzhou."
"Chanzhou? This is an important place!" Liu Chengyou muttered, and couldn't help but glance at Guo Wei. He could only see his side face, and said leisurely: "My uncle Yanchao is not an easy person to get along with. ."
After chatting for a while, Guo Wei took the initiative and said to Liu Chengyou: "Your Highness, I have an unkind invitation."
"Speak!" Liu Chengyou raised his hand, a little curious in his heart.
"The next task of reorganizing the army is complicated, and we are in urgent need of capable people who are familiar with military matters. I heard that there is a man in your aide named Wei Renpu. He is a smart and capable man with a good knowledge and a strong memory. He once served in the Privy Council of Jin Dynasty. , who is very keen on military affairs, I beg your Highness to give up my love and lend it to a subordinate for a while, what do you think?" Guo Wei expressed his intention with a smile.
His brows suddenly furrowed. Wei Renpu is now the most important adviser under Liu Chengyou. He touched his chin, thought seriously for a while, raised his eyes and said easily: "With Mr. Wei's talent, I have long wanted to recommend him. I'm afraid Others say I recommended him for personal reasons. If Privy Councilor Guo recommends me, then others will have nothing to say."
"However, Privy Guo, Mr. Wei's official position cannot be dismissed by a subordinate like in the previous dynasty..." Liu Chengyou said half-jokingly.
Guo Wei smiled and said: "Tomorrow, I will recommend him to the Privy Council to carry out the decree!"
The Privy Council carries out the decree. Although the official position is not large, it is powerful. In the Privy Council, it has access to the core military and political affairs.
Liu Chengyou was quite satisfied. He didn't expect Guo Wei to "poach". After all, he himself served in the Privy Council. In fact, even without Guo Wei, he could have managed Wei Renpu into the Privy Council. But with Guo Wei, it was obviously easier. He was Selling well to yourself.
The conversation between the two people seemed to have become more harmonious without realizing it. Regarding Guo Wei, Liu Chengyou no longer had the "prejudice" due to the "inherited impression" when he first came here. After such a long time, Liu Chengyou's attitude towards Guo Wei The situation in the Han Dynasty has been clearly understood. Compared with Yang Bin, Shi Hongzhao and others, he is really just a "younger brother". In terms of qualifications and prestige, he does not pose a threat to Liu Chengyou.
Besides, Guo Rong, the "First Mingjun of the Five Dynasties", has been used as a confidant for the past few months, and he has been used very smoothly, so why should he worry about Guo Wei at this time?
Thinking of this, Liu Chengyou was in a really good mood as Guo Wei vaguely moved closer to him.
PS: This chapter was very hard to write. The military system of the Five Dynasties was so messed up. I originally wanted to write it in detail, but I was afraid that it would be more boring. I would delete, delete, and change it, so I would like to write it briefly. The content is basically based on Du Wenyu's " Research on the System of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms".
