Chapter 217 Bribing the morale of the military?

Author: Gongsun Wujiu

Chapter 217 Bribing the morale of the military?

The people of the Zhang clan looked at the suddenly angry clan leader and were all at a loss for a moment.

Most people had a look of confusion in their eyes, obviously not understanding the point.

Some people who know a little bit about it are speculating whether it is related to Zhang Boqiu.

Although Zhang Boqiu does not have a high status in the clan, he is still the uncle of the clan leader Zhang She.

Zhang Boqiu was exiled to Dunhuang to guard the border because he opposed Zhang Yue's title of marquis. Zhang She was also dissatisfied with him.

However, in the eyes of these people, this is not a big problem. With Zhang Yue's current status, Zhang Boqiu is nothing.

Some elders in the clan were already planning to persuade Zhang She in private after the ceremony.

But how do they know that Zhang She is really speechless now.

In order to be tied to the lineage of Prince Liu Ju, the Zhang family of Qinghe had long been on the opposite side of Zhang Yue.

The Qinghe Zhang family was involved in both assassinations against Zhang Yue.

A more serious problem than this is that Zhang Yue's father died suddenly that year, but it was Zhang Gao's fault.

The inheritance left by Zhang Yue's parents was also taken away by the Zhang family in Qinghe.

If Zhang Yue's father-in-law hadn't temporarily repented, Zhang Yue's son would have "died" of illness while visiting relatives more than 20 years ago.

"The hatred for killing my father is irreconcilable!" Qinghe Zhang family has no room for relaxation with Zhang Yue...

…

When the news of the witchcraft disaster reached Luntai, it was already September of the second year of Yanhe.

Although Zhang Yue had already prepared for the disaster caused by the witchcraft, he was still nervous when the news came. There may also be his wife and children in Chang'an City.

In fact, not only Zhang Yue, but also the officers and soldiers who lived in Sanfu were all frightened when they heard about the disaster caused by witchcraft.

In order to appease the morale of the army, Zhang Yue had to suspend the raid on the right side of the Xiongnu.

In November of the second year of Yanhe, the army finally returned to Luntai.

At this time, the specific situation of the witchcraft disaster had been reported from Chang'an.

"What's going on at the Marquis' Mansion in Chang'an?" Zhang Yue asked Zhang Kun.

Zhang Kun bowed and said, "I would like to inform you that everything is well with my wife and gentleman. They have now returned to their old residence in Yunyang, but the Chang'an Marquis Mansion was destroyed by the war..."

Zhang Yue let out a long breath and said, "That's good. How about the rest of us waiting?"

Zhang Kun's face darkened, "The Yue family died in the war!"

Zhang Yue was silent for a moment and said, "Where are the others?"

Zhang Kun said, "Eleven guards were killed in the battle, seven maids were killed, and 22 others were killed... The shops in the east and west cities were all destroyed... The mansion lost no less than three thousand gold..."

Zhang Yue sighed, "The deceased will be compensated as soon as possible...the store will be restored as soon as possible..."

"promise"

"You go down and have a rest. You haven't been home for a long time. I'll give you a month off this time, and you'll have a good life..."

Zhang Kun bowed to Zhang Yue with a grateful expression, "Thank you, Lord!"

…

After Zhang Kun left, Zhang Yue called Yang You over.

"Yang You gave me a task!"

Yang You said, "Please give me your orders, please!"

Zhang Yue sighed, "During the turmoil in Guanzhong, many family members of soldiers died in the turmoil... I hope you can investigate clearly... and provide pensions according to the standards..."

Yang You paid his respects and said, "The king is benevolent...but I'm afraid it will cost a lot..."

Zhang Yue said, "Military morale is more important than wealth. All the necessary wealth comes from the Marquis Mansion..."

When Yang You heard this, he was surprised at first, hesitated for a moment and then said "Promise"!

Zhang Yue looked at Yang You's leaving figure and shook his head.

This time, it's not that he has any kind of womanly kindness, but that he is really preparing for the future.

It will be the third year of Yanhe soon. If history does not change, the emperor will order the army to attack Hu again in four months.

Zhang Yue must restore the morale of the army as soon as possible. No matter how much money is spent to restore the morale of the army, it is worth it.

What's more, what Zhang Yue lacks most now is money. Under Mani's auspices, Yanqi's pottery business has reached the entire Western world.

Zhang Yue can be said to be making money every day. Just last month's income was enough to support the expenses of the Han army in the Western Regions for more than half a month.

What's the point of keeping money in your hands if you don't spend it.

Yang You's ability to do things was indeed very good. In just seven days, the list of people affected in Luntai and surrounding areas had been handed over to Zhang Yue.

With a stroke of Zhang Yue's pen, a large amount of wealth was spent at once.

Although a large amount of property was consumed, the effect was excellent. The morale of the Han army in the area around Luntai quickly returned to the level of two months ago.

Zhang Yue's reputation for benevolence also spread throughout the countries.

However, there are also some voices who believe that Zhang Yue's move is to win over the morale of the military...

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In the military camp west of Luntai City, Guo Kai, Han Jiang and others were discussing.

A small bottle of Luntai's newly brewed wine was placed in front of everyone.

It is said that Zuoying was refined according to the method provided by Zhang Yue.

This wine was originally used on the wounded, but some greedy soldiers later stole it and found it extremely delicious...

Now this wine has spread in Luntai and is also known as "Zhanghou Wine"!

Guo Kai was already blushing from drinking. He stood up and shouted

"It's not okay for the prince to be like this now. He must be allowed to take concubines... But the duke has three sons, and the prince has only one... What if something changes..."

Han Jiang also echoed, "What Marquis Guo said is true...the monarch is the lord of the Western Regions..."

People who were drinking together also agreed.

While everyone was making a noise, Zhao Guanghan took a few pictures and said, "In that case, why don't I go see the prince right away... What do the second and third sons think..."

"Good! Great good! The two and three sons will go together... go together..." Zhao Yi shouted while he was drunk.

When Guo Kai heard this, he laughed loudly, "Shan... you all will go with me..."

Under the leadership of Guo Kai, everyone wandered towards Zhang Yue's mansion.

Everyone was yelling and yelling along the way, which made everyone look at him!

After Tiqisi heard the report, he thought something serious had happened and immediately reported it to Yang You.

Yang You was confused and immediately led people to beat the horses out of Tiqisi.

After meeting Guo Kai and others on the way, Yang You stepped forward and asked, "Where are you going, gentlemen?"

Guo Kai laughed and said, "Young friend Yang, you came just in time. I was about to go look for you..."

Yang You couldn't laugh or cry at this time. He thought something big was going on, but it turned out that everyone was drunk and making noises to force Zhang Yue to take a concubine.

Yang You suddenly thought that this was no small matter.

The issue of Zhang Yue's successor should indeed be taken seriously in advance.

Zhang Yue is now in his thirties and has only one son. If something happens...

Thinking of this, Yang You also decisively joined Guo Kai and his team to go to Zhang Yue's mansion.

Zhang Yue had just finished handling today's official duties and was about to take a rest when he suddenly heard loud noises coming from outside the house.

He was shocked and immediately went out to check. At this time, Guo Kai and others happened to walk into the yard.

When everyone saw Zhang Yue, they all shouted

"A prince should take a concubine..."
Chapter completed!