The exchange with Chen Tuan was quite tiring for Liu Chengyou, although the scene seemed quite relaxed and harmonious. As for Chen Tuan, Liu Chengyou's original plan was to keep him as an official in the court and as a worshiper. , and even directly named him a national teacher to achieve the purpose of respecting and promoting religion.
However, after some exchanges, listening to his words and observing his behavior, Liu Chengyou had almost figured out that this old man was really indifferent to fame and fortune, so he gave up his thoughts. He was just a little disappointed. It is said that he is in his fifties or sixties. He also took part in the scientific examination, but failed. After that, he completely indulged in the mountains and rivers, practiced Taoism and practiced Buddhist scriptures.
However, favorable treatment is still unavoidable, and Liu Chengyou plans to add fuel to the flames and create a wave of "sleeping fairy" momentum among the people.
"The official family, Shujishi Wang Pu and the Yong'an Army Jiedu envoy followed Ruan Zheng and waited outside the palace for an audience."
"Xuan!"
Liu Chengyou was much more interested in receiving Zhe Congruan than he was in receiving the old Taoist. After all, he had military power, but his demeanor was majestic and much more solemn.
"As early as in Jinyang, I heard about Zhe Gong's name, and I saw his face in the sun. He is truly worthy of his reputation!" After the ceremony, Liu Chengyou complimented Zhe Congruan while sizing up his gentle and courteous demeanor.
"Your Majesty is a man of heaven, and I respect you all." The veteran general gave Liu Chengyou face.
"Have Qing Zhe rested well and satisfactorily in the post? Is there anything wrong with the reception?" Liu Chengyou asked him to sit down and ordered tea to be served, Liu Chengyou said casually.
Zhe Cong Ruan responded: "Everything is perfect!"
"I heard that Zhe Qing has not yet set up a residence in Tokyo!" Liu Chengyou asked with a firm tone.
Zhe Congruan responded subconsciously: "Yes!"
Immediately afterwards, Liu Chengyou ordered Zhang Dejun who was waiting at the side: "Go and inform the uncle (Li Ye) of the country and ask him to find a mansion in the inner city for Zhe Qing to stay!"
"Yes!" The waiter agreed simply and went directly.
Although Zhe Congruan was surprised by this sudden reward, he quickly reacted and said hurriedly: "Thank you, Your Majesty."
There is nothing to refuse. The emperor rewarded him, and he had already planned to buy a mansion. This would save him a lot of money and silk. However, in just these few exchanges, Zhe Congruan intuitively felt that the emperor Strong style of doing things.
"Since the Tang Dynasty, Zheqing has been in charge of Fuzhou for more than 20 years. Shi Jingtang claimed the Khitan and ceded the territory. As a result, our northern prefecture and county fell into the hands of the barbarians. Fuzhou was on the border, facing the threat of the Khitan, and the territory was preserved. , the livelihood of the people is all thanks to your sacrifice." Liu Chengyou spoke with emotion in his tone, and raised a cup of tea: "I feel the hardships and hardships during this time, so I would like to offer you a cup of tea instead of wine!"
Liu Chengyou directly affirmed his contribution to Fuzhou, and followed Ruan without any hesitation, and just raised his glass in response.
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After drinking the royal tea in the palace, Zhe Congruan didn't bother to taste what was special about the taste. He said emotionally: "To protect the prefecture, it is not the result of one person. There are also thousands of soldiers and civilians who work together to protect the prefecture." Wei Xiangzi!"
"A snake can't move without a head, and an army can't move without a general. If it weren't for Zhe Qing, the government and the land of Lin would have been lost long ago!"
After once again emphasizing the importance of Zhe Congruan in guarding the borders of Fuzhou, Liu Chengyou just asked about the affairs of Fuzhou Army: "I wonder how many people and soldiers the Yong'an Army has now?"
He glanced at Liu Chengyou for a moment and seemed a little hesitant, but after thinking about it, he followed Ruan Fang and said: "The land of Fuzhou is barren and the people are poor, and the people are despicable. They have been repeatedly invaded by the Khitans. I have worked hard to support them, but the number of people is only eleven thousand." There are more than 300 households with a population of nearly 80,000. The Yong'an Army has more than 5,000 soldiers under its jurisdiction, including Ya soldiers, town garrison soldiers and rural soldiers. It can be said that the whole people are soldiers, including 1,200 horse soldiers..."
Listening to his words, this small population, this small army, compared with more than 20 years of operation, is really shabby. Liu Chengyou subconsciously didn't believe it, but considering the years of war and the environment of the prefecture, he added what he said I compared the population of the states and counties I knew and found it reliable.
"It's really not easy to defeat Qing!" he sighed.
Just think about it, it seems that it is not easy for a poor place like Fuzhou to maintain its land and raise a population of 80,000. It is estimated that a large part of them go there because of Zhe Cong Ruan's reputation .
Feeling his frankness, Liu Chengyou felt even more favorable. Because of the same question, he had also asked the various Jiedu who came to Beijing first. As a result, except for Beizhou Jiedu Li Yin and Cangzhou Jiedu Wang Jing, the remaining people basically None of them could answer. They either didn’t know the people or the government, and some even didn’t know how many soldiers they had.
For example, Liu Chengyou's old minister, Zhang Yanwei, the military commander of the Chengde Army who helped a lot during the process of Qianlong's command, could be said to be clueless when asked, but it was not that he didn't know anything at all, but it was difficult for him to give an exact number.
However, Zhang Yanwei guarded Hengzhou for a year and a half, but he was able to keep the territory barely peaceful without any major losses. He also responded appropriately to the Khitan invasion the previous time. This is simply because this person is self-aware and has Liu Chengyou who promoted him to the Jiedu Judge. Li Hub and all the generals are helping him. Li Hub is a prime minister, and he is giving full play to his talents in Hebei.
"Zhe Qing is in Fuzhou, facing the Khitan. How are the border defenses prepared now?" Liu Chengyou asked again.
Regarding this, there was no need to hide anything from Ruan Ze, and he told Liu Chengyou openly: "The reason why I can protect the prefecture is not only the unity of the army and the people under my rule, but also the danger of the Yellow River and the Great Wall. I Over the past few years, I have worked diligently to lay down walls and oars, and built extensive towns and fortresses. Non-Khitan people can easily conquer it."
Seeing that Zhe Congruan was so confident, Liu Chengyou stroked his hand and said: "Qing Zhe's words are so heroic, I can put the soldiers and people of Fuzhou at ease."
"Have there been any changes among the Khitans in the north of Fuzhou?" Liu Chengyou asked again.
"In the past few years, the Khitan people were arrogant and uncontrollable. Whenever autumn came, they would go south to plunder. However, since last year, they have restrained themselves a lot. I also sent agents to explore the Yunshuo area, and many of their troops and horses have shrunk. So. In my opinion, this is the result of the heavy setbacks the Khitans suffered in our Central Plains, especially the decline in national strength after the Battle of Luancheng, which was inflicted by Your Majesty. In addition, the mountains and highlands in Bingzhou are dangerous, which is not conducive to Khitan cavalry operations, so this situation exists. ..." Zhe Congruan thought about what was in his mind, brought up the old matter again, and complimented Liu Chengyou.
Liu Chengyou thought carefully, and felt that what he said made sense, so he kept nodding.
Immediately, he looked at him with a keen eye: "Shi Jingtang from the Yanyun Prefectures donated the land of our ancestors to Khitan. How can we abandon it lightly? I will take it back one day. Is Zhe Qing willing to help me?"
Hearing this, Zhe Congruan couldn't help but frown. Shi Chonggui had also said such big words at the beginning, and he was ordered to attack Shuozhou from the north.
The hesitation in my heart did not affect my official position. Zhe Congruan said solemnly: "I have been fighting a lifelong war with the Khitan. It can be said that the hatred is as deep as the sea. If your Majesty wants to make an expedition to the north, I will lead the army and people of the prefecture to support the grand event." "
Liu Chengyou smiled and waved his hand: "However, I have to wait a few more years..."
From Liu Chengyou's face, Zhe Congruan clearly saw a bit of scheming, but from this, his evaluation of the emperor was even higher.
"In the same place of Hetao, Fu Lin is adjacent to the Dingnan Army. I wonder what Zhe Qing thinks of the Dingnan Army?" Liu Chengyou's mind turned to the Xia Sui area.
Hearing this question, Zhe Congruan's expression became solemn, and without any hesitation, he said to Liu Chengyou very solemnly: "Your Majesty, please be careful..."
"..."
Liu Chengyou and Zhe Congruan talked freely about side affairs for half an hour. Liu Chengyou was in high spirits and still full of ideas. If it weren't for the veteran's fatigue, he wouldn't want to let him go.
When Zhe resigned from the palace from Ruan Gao, he was filled with emotion. Hearing everything once was better than seeing him. After some exchanges with Liu Chengyou, he was even more impressed by the young emperor.
As a result, he strengthened his attitude and gained more confidence in the Han Dynasty. For today's meeting, his visit to Beijing was not in vain. In fact, he only had personal contact with it, and it seemed that Only with this kind of restraint can his mind really be calm.