The first serious thing we talked about when we entered the palace was to ask for pensions for the fallen soldiers.
As the head coach, this is Li Qinzai’s responsibility.
So many hot-blooded men died generously for the Tang Dynasty. Everyone shed their last drop of blood for the country. How can the survivors disappoint the heroes who are sleeping in peace?
Li Zhi suddenly showed a solemn look and said: "Long before Jingchu returned to the capital, I had issued a decree to provide preferential compensation to the fallen soldiers. Jingchu can rest assured that I will not let the relatives and descendants of the soldiers feel cold."
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
Li Zhi added: "I heard that you requested Su Dingfang to return the remains of the fallen soldiers to Guanzhong?"
Li Qinzai lowered his head and sighed: "That was the last request of the soldiers before they died in battle. It is difficult to leave the homeland, and the fallen leaves return to their roots. I really can't refuse..."
Li Zhi nodded: "I have issued an order to find out the hometown of the fallen soldiers, and then ordered the officials where they were buried to be properly buried in their hometown."
The atmosphere in the hall suddenly became a little heavy. Empress Wu smiled brightly and said: "Today is a happy day for the reunion of the monarch and his ministers. There should be no sadness. Your Majesty, would you like to pass on the singing and dancing of Taichang Temple?"
Li Zhi also smiled and said: "It's exactly what the queen said. It's a great victory and a great joy. How can I act like a girl? Come and tell the songs and dances."
A team of kabuki dancers entered the hall gracefully and stood in the middle of the hall after bowing.
Li Qinzai noticed that this group of dancers were actually wearing armor and holding swords and shields, and his eyes couldn't help but condense.
The exciting music sounded, and the atmosphere in the hall suddenly became grand and intense. The dancers started to change formations like an army facing off, and the swords and shields in their hands also shone in the exciting music.
The songs of the singers also started singing at the right time.
"The sage opens the Changli calendar, and the ministers are loyal to Dayou. You think that after Yange, there will be peace and autumn..."
Li Qinzai suddenly became solemn, his expression solemn and dignified.
"The Music of the King of Qin Breaking the Formation" had lyrics written by the famous minister Wei Zheng and others, and later became a military song in the early Tang Dynasty. The significance of this song and dance was extraordinary for the royal family and subjects of the Tang Dynasty.
Unexpectedly, Li Zhi would arrange such a grand song and dance to welcome him, and Li Qinzai couldn't help but be extremely moved.
After the song and dance, Li Qinzai saluted Li Zhi: "I am ashamed to accept this song."
Li Zhi said with a smile: "You can definitely shoulder the responsibility. With one person's efforts, the Tang Dynasty has gained thousands of miles of territory. How can a song "Breaking Formation Music" fully describe Jingchu's contribution?"
As he spoke, Li Zhi and Empress Wu looked at each other and smiled. Li Zhi suddenly lowered his face and said seriously: "Li Qinzai accepts the title."
Li Qinzai hurriedly stood up and left his seat, kneeling in the center of the hall.
"Your Majesty sacrifices your country and cherishes your loyalty, defends your territory and expands your borders, deals with enemy chiefs without losing your wisdom, is trapped in a heavy siege without losing your temper, is brave in blood, wise, brave and loyal. I have received this virtuous minister and general, and I am deeply merciful by heaven.
How can we not seal it?"
"I decreed that Li Qin of the Jin Dynasty should be given the title of 'Marquis of Weinan County', increase the number of households in the settlement by 500, grant 2,000 acres of farmland, reward 300 taels of gold, and 500 bolts of silk. He was allowed to ride horses during the ban, and was given a purple gold fish bag.
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"His son Li Qiao is a Feiqiwei of the Jin Dynasty, and his wife Cui Shi is a imperial eunuch of the Jin Dynasty."
Li Qinzai was surprised. This reward was indeed a bit too heavy. He originally thought it was just a county prince, but he didn't expect that Li Zhi not only rewarded a lot, but also granted titles to his wife and children. It was a typical example of "making his wife a shadow child".
Li Qinzai said hurriedly: "I have only done a small amount of merit. Your Majesty should not reward you too much. I am afraid that the court will criticize you and damage your reputation. I ask your Majesty to take back the order."
Li Zhi laughed and said: "It's not serious at all. Jingchu, it's because you have given me a face that I have the confidence to reward you. If the courtiers have any objections, you might as well let them argue with me face to face. If they have the ability, For such meritorious service, I will not hesitate to add a large reward, hehe, do they have that ability?"
Empress Wu also smiled and said: "Don't worry, Jing Chu. It is appropriate for your majesty to award you a reward for your great achievements. There will be no criticism in the court, but only the envy of everyone."
Li Qinzai sighed helplessly and said, "My lord, thank you, the Emperor, for your kindness."
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The gate of Taiji Palace slowly opened, and a eunuch hurried out of the palace holding a yellow silk and went straight to the British Duke's Mansion.
The British Duke's mansion was decorated with lanterns and decorations, and Li Ji personally stood in the atrium, directing his subordinates to arrange banquets and clean the courtyard.
At the age of over sixty, Li Ji still stood in the courtyard like a green pine that never bowed. At this moment, his face was glowing, he was stroking his beard and smiling from time to time. He looked so energetic that he could live for at least another twenty years.
Knowing that his grandson was returning to Beijing today after making great contributions to Tuyuhun, Li Ji had been busy starting from early in the morning.
After being a general, the most glorious moment is to return to the dynasty with a great victory. This is the glory that belongs to the general. Li Ji's military life, he knows that a general who has experienced life and death on the battlefield needs the enthusiasm of his family to soothe the psychological trauma of war. .
Under the corridor outside the courtyard, Li Siwen passed by with his head hanging down. Li Ji saw him with sharp eyes and said immediately: "Siwen, come here."
Li Siwen walked quickly and saluted Li Ji.
Li Ji glanced at him and said, "You have been back from Runzhou for a few days. Did you know that Qin Zai will return to Beijing today?"
Li Siwen lowered his head and said, "I heard what my servant said at noon."
Li Ji hummed and said, "Qin Zai is now successful and has made great achievements in Tuyuhun. This contribution is so great that even I am envious of it. Aren't you a father who is not happy at all?"
Li Siwen smiled: "The child is naturally happy, but he must be strict in his upbringing. No matter how great his achievements are, he will never be able to give him a good look. Otherwise, the bad boy will be in a state of disbelief and cause big trouble again one day."
Li Ji shook his head: "It is not good to be too strict in raising your children. Besides, Qin Zai has grown up now. He is not afraid of being embarrassed and says that his current achievements and abilities are much better than yours."
Li Siwen blushed, snorted uncomfortably, and said, "No matter how powerful he is, he is still my son."
Li Ji glanced at him lightly and said, "Your jealousy is like a pool of urine that has been held in for a long time. It is about to spurt out. I am not as good as my son. Don't you blush as a father?"
Li Siwen sighed dejectedly: "Haier admits that Qin Zai has indeed become more and more powerful in recent years, and I am not as good as him."
Li Jin snorted and said: "Know your shame and then be brave. In the future, you will think more about practical matters and seek more benefits for your people when you are in office. Your son sacrificed his life in Shanzhou to save tens of thousands of people. If you had the courage to face a heavy siege, Runzhou would have become a beautiful city."
Military reports from the border towns had already reached Chang'an, and everyone in the government knew about Li Qinzai's deeds.
Li Siwen had nothing to say. Really, this son seemed to be much better than him in every aspect.
Li Ji then said slowly: "Qin Zai went into the palace to meet the Holy Spirit. He is about to go home after talking. For the Chinese New Year, don't keep a straight face like before, or chase Qin Zai all over the yard..."
"He is now an adult and has done many things to honor our ancestors. Our Li family may add his branch to the branch and spread the branches. It is not appropriate for you to punish him again."
Li Siwen suddenly felt unhappy: "I am his father, why can't I hit him?"
Li Ji raised his thumb, pointed at his chest, and said calmly: "Because his father's father said this. If you dare to beat your own son again, I will beat my own son too."