That night, when Li Jing was tossing and turning, unable to fall asleep, and thinking about Li Shan's thoughts, the latter summoned almost everyone after thinking for a long time.
To be precise, except for Li Jing, Li Kai and Zhang Gongjin.
There are two main impressions Zhang Gongjin left on Li Shan in history. One is that he served as Li Jing's deputy to destroy the Eastern Turks, and the other was that he played an important role in the Xuanwu Gate Incident... Well, it is said that one person independently closed the city gate.
, infinitely powerful, comparable to an overlord lifting a cauldron.
But Li Shan didn't expect that this famous general who was listed on the list of the twenty-four heroes of Lingyan Pavilion would be so slick, or so versatile. In fact, Li Shan had recruited Zhang Gongjin before when he ordered Zhang Gongjin to clean up several acres of land in the state. This guy was almost the same as most of them.
All the aristocratic families are friendly... Generally speaking, even if there is no bloodshed, it must be clear-cut about this kind of thing.
Two candles were placed on the flat stone. Li Shan sat cross-legged. On the left was Zhang Shigui, on the right were Xue Wanche, Liu Shirang, Zhang Baoxiang, Xue Wanjun, and He Liu sitting opposite. On the outermost side were Su Dingfang, Zhang Zhongjian, and Wang Junhao.
Li Shan didn't say a word of nonsense, didn't say a word of greetings, and went straight to the point, "Li Yaoshi is a famous general of the generation. Under his command, he will definitely be able to make great achievements."
"But once a general achieves great success, he may not be obsessed with power and position, but he has the desire to leave his name in history, and it may become his stepping stone."
"You can choose."
Li Shan glanced around. Some people looked blank, like Xue Wanche, some were thoughtful, like Liu Shirang and Zhang Baoxiang, and some people's eyes flickered, obviously understanding the meaning of these words, such as Zhang Shigui.
Liu Shirang was the first to speak. The old man's temperament could never be changed in this life. "His Royal Highness is acting governor of the history. This time he defeated the Turks, he will be promoted, but he has been canonized as the county king..."
Everyone understands this sentence and understands that Liu Shirang relied on Li Shan to turn over. If Li Shan can be promoted to acting governor, then the former will feel comfortable and have no worries at all.
Li Shan sighed softly, shook his head and said: "This battle is over, and I will return to the court soon."
As soon as this sentence came out, most of the generals looked surprised. Although Li Shan was young, and although Li Shan was only the governor of the fifth-level state, with his merits in this battle and his status as a county king, he stayed in Daizhou to be the governor.
More appropriate.
Li Shan glanced around and collided with Zhang Shigui. The latter had a dull expression and was silent. He had obviously seen through... Li Jing could guess it, and so could Zhang Shigui.
If Li Shan wanted to seize the position of Daizhou Governor, he would not kill prisoners so wantonly and give people an excuse to attack... Even in the Southern and Northern Dynasties, few people were willing to do such a bloody thing, and they would definitely be punished.
Impeach.
"With such great achievements, His Highness, he has been appointed as the general manager of Daizhou. Who is dissatisfied?"
Li Shan listened silently, while Zhang Shigui looked sideways and thought that the King of Handan might be because of Li Kai's persuasion. He remembered that the first time the King of Handan became famous in Chang'an was after the Battle of Shandong, and it was Li Kai who made him famous.
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After a while, Li Shan, who listened impatiently, waved his hand, holding Xue Wanche with his left hand, and Zhang Shigui with his right hand, "Gu Ji Town, at the head of the city, bow to the moon, and we are sworn to Jinlan with brothers Wu'an and Wanche. I will live up to my expectations in this life."
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"But after taking office in Daizhou, it is time to return to the court, otherwise we will cause trouble... In fact, before this battle, I was already ready to set off, but I was delayed by the Jiangnan incident."
Xue Wanche refused to give up and advised: "At this moment, at that moment, the army and people of Daizhou are happy and united. Huairen has meritorious deeds..."
Zhang Shigui was actually a little hesitant, but after thinking again and again, he still didn't speak. Although they had not been together for a long time, he could see that this brother who was sworn to Jinlan was a person who would never change his mind.
The rest of the people didn't say anything, and even Liu Shirang didn't speak anymore. In fact, among these people, the one who most hoped that Li Shan would stay or even be promoted was probably this old man.
But Liu Shirang fell silent after listening to Li Shan's last few words. He was quite speechless when he thought about it. Last year, Li Shan took office. Among the generals in Hedong, Li Shenfu was transferred to the general manager of Lingzhou, and Li Gaoqian resigned and returned home.
Now that he has returned to the position of General of the Right Prison Gate, both of them get out, and it is Liu Shirang who has been getting along with Li Shan from the beginning to the end.
In less than a year, Liu Shirang witnessed with his own eyes, and even participated in it personally, how much trouble did this long history, who went from acting as county magistrate to taking charge of Daizhou's general administration, from Guantao County Duke to Handan County Prince, caused?
Forget about opening up trade routes, preparing to build Xia City, and relocating residents. Just recruiting Yuan Junzhang and capturing Yugushe alive in the Yanmen victory were enough to make a fuss. Then there was the great defeat of the Turks and the driving of Jieli Khan to his embarrassment.
...This guy is so capable of causing trouble!
It can be said that Li Shan's arrival restored vitality to Daizhou, a land of four wars, but he also caused countless troubles with his own efforts.
If there are no accidents, the situation in Daizhou will be quite stable in the future. There will be civil strife in the Turks and internal fighting between Jieli and Tuli uncles and nephews. It will be difficult to concentrate forces to launch a large-scale invasion of Shuozhou and Daizhou. In other words, it will be difficult for them to continue to attack Shuozhou and Daizhou.
It has been a peaceful period since then.
But if the King of Handan stays in Daizhou, who knows if there will be another turmoil?
Liu Shirang even thought in his heart that this person was someone who could cause trouble. He was afraid that if he returned to Chang'an, Daizhou would become quiet, and Chang'an...
Forget it, let him return to court.
Li Shan waited patiently for Xue Wanche to finish complaining... This famous Hebei general was outspoken. As for why Li Jing delayed sending troops for eight days, Zhang Shigui was the first to see clearly. Li Shan also saw through it quickly afterwards, but Xue Wanche didn't think about it until yesterday.
I understand, and it was Xue Wanjun who broke the matter apart for this brother to analyze.
"All the generals in this battle have meritorious service, and there will be rewards in the court." Li Shan looked around, "Brothers Wanche and Wanjun are all county princes, Wu'an brothers, and Liu Gong are county princes. I will tell you in detail on the way back.
If you have done well, write a letter to the court to report your merits."
The surroundings were quiet for a moment, Liu Shirang was the first to respond, and the others also agreed.
A reckless guy like Xue Wanche couldn't understand it, but everyone else could almost understand the implication. The Xue brothers, Zhang Shigui, and Liu Shirang originally had titles. Li Shan couldn't decide whether they would be promoted to titles, but Li Shan returned to the court.
...can add fuel to the fire.
But before that, everyone needs to work together... to be more precise, that is to sign the memorial and completely abandon Li Jing.
This is also the reason why Li Shan summoned the generals, but did not call them Li Kai or Zhang Gongjin. The former was Li Jing's nephew after all, and the latter had close contacts with Li Jing at Yanmen Pass and after leaving the fortress.