"Why, you all want to take credit for this pioneering work?" Liu Chengyou couldn't help but say after hearing Song Yanwo's words.
Song Yanwo said: "I praise the Duke (Wang Jing) for running Longyou, regaining his homeland for the Han Dynasty, and expanding the territory thousands of miles away. All ministers admire him, and all people with lofty ideals yearn for it..."
"This kind of pioneering and enterprising spirit is still worthy of encouragement!" Liu Chengyou nodded in approval with a positive attitude, and then said: "However, we should support the expansion of our homeland, but we should not do it too hastily. We should take it slow, Tubo , the situation in Dali is different from that in Longyou. You can’t eat hot tofu if you are impatient!”
Hearing Emperor Liu's emotional words, Song Yanwo couldn't help but smile and said, "General Wang, have you asked the imperial court for war again?"
"Even if we want to pacify Dali, if we show it so obviously, doesn't it make them wary? Furthermore, in the southwest region, there are high mountains and dense forests, and the roads are different. The barbarians have not been completely pacified yet. If we rashly go deep into Dali to fight, how can we not ignore the risks?" I believe in Wang Quanbin's ability and appreciate his courage, but in military and national affairs, we must not be careless, we must be well prepared and proceed prudently!" Liu Chengyou said.
"Your Majesty always takes the overall interests of the country into consideration when making decisions, and he is cautious and prudent. This is really a blessing to the Han Dynasty!" Song Yanwo couldn't help but said: "However, after all, the old general is almost fifty-five years old, and he has such a desire to make contributions. That’s understandable!”
"Of course I understand!" Liu Chengyou chuckled and said: "That's why I hope this matter can be perfect and fully prepared, so as not to make the veteran passionate and anxious, and cause any regrets!"
Hearing this, Song Yanwo showed an expression of admiration on his face, raised his hands in admiration and said: "Your Majesty's painstaking efforts are really touching!"
"The concerns of the ministers in the DPRK are not unreasonable. The war between Datang and Nanzhao must be taken as a warning. Today, it has been decided that stability should be the first priority. Clean up the house first, and then plan External move!" Liu Chengyou said: "The affairs of Sichuan and Sichuan, take central Guizhou as an example, there are many ethnic groups, and barbarians spread all over the prefectures and counties. If we can't maintain peace and stability and ensure that the rear is safe, how can we send troops to Dali?"
"Your Majesty is very considerate!" Song Yanwo responded: "The southwest region is a mixed area with Han and barbarian tribes. If you want to govern it, the various ethnic groups within the territory are an unavoidable issue. The Meng family used to control the barbarian tribesmen when governing Shu. Connivance was the main factor, which led to many recurrences. When the Zou people rebelled, they almost threatened the hinterland of Chengdu, which shows that they are rampant. However, in recent years, ministers and other ministers have used words, and General Wang and old generals have used force. They have been kind and powerful. , use both suppression and appeasement to gain initial peace!"
"I understand!" Liu Chengyou said: "The imperial court is also very satisfied with the results you have achieved in the southwest. Regarding civil affairs and civil affairs, I have always been reassured by your abilities. And as you said, I want to If the southwest has long-term peace and stability and is not a disaster, the barbarians and tribes have to pay attention to it."
"I have decided to officially implement the chieftain system in the four regions, starting from the southwest, and Sichuan and Sichuan starting from central Guizhou! I hope it will make a good start, and I believe that Zhao Pu will live up to my trust!" Emperor Liu said.
"I have also learned about the 'chieftain system' established by the imperial court. I believe that this will be enough to win over the barbarians. Moreover, dividing the territory and assigning native officials to them is also a kind of differentiation among the various tribes. In order to ensure their own Wealth, power, and status must only be close to and attached to the imperial court. As long as this is carried out, the southwest region will surely achieve long-term stability without causing worries to the imperial court!"
Regarding Song Yanwo's analysis, Emperor Liu actually only agreed with half of it. He smiled and said: "In this world, there is no long-term peace and unswerving policy. If the imperial court is strong, all barbarians will always surrender. If the country is weak, no matter how small it is, Barbarians dare to provoke. However, I still have certain expectations for the chieftain system. At least, a long-term and sustainable ruling order can be established in the southwest. As long as the order does not collapse, then even if there are repetitions, it will not hurt!"
To be honest, the mountains in the southwest are high, the forests are deep, the roads are far away, and there are many ethnic groups. It is very difficult for the Central Plains Empire to rule it and its control is weak. But it has to be said that the southwest is not a threat to the entire empire. , even if there is chaos, it is nothing more than scabies.
The threats worth vigilance and fear are always in the north. Therefore, Emperor Liu will not have any psychological pressure at all to implement the chieftain system in the southwest. Even if they are given enough power, at least in the current era and in terms of the environment in the southwest , this system is relatively advanced.
After hearing Emperor Liu's explanation, Song Yanwo immediately showed a gesture of admiration and said: "Your Majesty's talent, mind, insight, and foresight, I admire you!"
"Haha!" Liu Chengyou laughed heartily. Although he had been trying his best to appear modest, he still couldn't help but feel happy when he was complimented like this.
In addition, as the fifteenth year of Qianyou is coming to an end, Emperor Liu will officially reach the peak of his life, and his career will officially enter a new world. In this case, if Emperor Liu wants to As usual, I maintain a calm, calm and even indifferent personality.
Anyone who is familiar with Emperor Liu can find that his expressions have become much richer and his mood has been much higher recently. It will probably take some time for him to get out of this state of mind.
In fact, Emperor Liu was able to quickly find the next long-term goal at the great moment when the country was basically unified, which was indeed a good thing for him personally and for the Han Empire. Otherwise, he would be immersed in his achievements and excessively enjoy the glory for a long time. You can't tell what will happen in the future.
He laughed for a while, then quickly stopped, with a slightly reserved expression. After all, the "Toast System" cannot be regarded as Emperor Liu's original creation...
"Brother-in-law has worked hard all the way, and now that he is back, he can rest and rest. Next, I will still be of great use, and the big man still needs your help!" Liu Chengyou looked at Song Yanwo and said, this also means that this conversation is basically it's over.
"Thank you for your trust, Your Majesty!" Song Yanwo said with cupped hands.
Liu Chengyou waved his hand and continued: "Over the years, my brother-in-law has been guarding all sides for me. It has been a barrier for more than ten years. It is indeed not easy! The Queen Mother and her sister have been separated from each other all year round and are not allowed to see each other. The Queen Mother also misses her from time to time, even if it is For the sake of the Queen Mother, I can’t let you go again!”
"I'm about to go ask Queen Mother An!" Song Yanwo immediately expressed his stance.
Emperor Liu was still very satisfied with this brother-in-law. He nodded and said: "By the way, I have received news that Wang Quanbin has passed through Luoyang and will be in Tokyo. When the time comes, my brother-in-law will go to greet the old general on my behalf!" "
"Yes!" Song Yanwo had nothing to say and subconsciously accepted the order.
However, there was a little doubt in my mind, but after thinking about it for a while, and considering the discussion between the monarch and his ministers, I realized that I had asked myself to send a message to Wang Quanbin.