The two imperial edicts issued by Emperor Longqing really caused quite a stir in the capital.
According to past practice, ministers had already jumped out and made various criticisms, saying that Xue Hong was too young, needed more experience, was not suitable for a high reward, and so on.
But this time, no ministers jumped out to object. If Xue Hong was not too young, he only led 3,000 cavalry, and the merits of the Chahar tribe would have been enough to earn him the title of a low-level general.
If all the merits were put together, it would be enough to create a third-class earl. Now that Emperor Longqing has given Baochai a share of Xue Hong's merits, these officials are already enjoying themselves secretly.
After all, Xue Hong's contribution is indeed not small. If Emperor Longqing didn't want Xue Hong to change from a civil servant to a military officer, he would have been granted the title of third-class earl.
He smelted steel, improved firearms, and led troops to defeat the enemy.
Moreover, Emperor Longqing has been suppressing Xue Hong's achievements now, so that when sweet potatoes are popularized in the spring of next year, there will be less resistance for Xue Hong to be granted a title as a civil servant. After all, it is quite difficult to grant a title to a civil servant in the Ming Dynasty.
As for whether it would cause Xue Hong to succeed at a young age and become unable to be controlled by subsequent emperors, Emperor Longqing said that he would now consider those who would give up eating due to choking! As long as Xue Hong does not command troops or form a party, the royal family will support him as a treasure and respect him.
Emperor Longqing didn't believe that Xue Hong didn't appreciate it!
Ever since the incident between Zhu Qiyu and Yu Qian, emperors of all dynasties have dreamed of having a civil servant like this! One who can govern the country and fight without ambition! This is the lover of all emperors in their dreams!
Emperor Longqing also had the intention to train Xue Hong in this field. At present, it seems that Xue Hong is proficient in fortification, medical skills, and literary talent is also Jinling's Jieyuan. If he takes part in the palace examination, it is estimated that he will be able to get the second grade, and the first grade is also possible.
He is talented, capable, young and energetic, and is on good terms with Zhu Hui. If such a good young talent were to be destroyed by the next generation of emperors, Emperor Longqing would feel so angry that he would be deceived!!
As for being unable to control the situation, Emperor Longqing just wanted to say that he is a waste of future emperors! Emperor Longqing has been playing with the method of balance for more than ten years, and basically summed it up. As long as ministers do not form factions and do not control armies, then it will be fine.
It doesn't matter. Being crazy, willful, and greedy are all minor problems.
The reason why Emperor Longqing did not allow Xue Hong to continue the imperial examination, nor to confer a knighthood on Xue Hong for his military merits, was because he wanted Xue Hong to completely wear the same pants as the royal family. He was neither on the same team as the civil servants, nor with the military officers.
Now Emperor Longqing is even looking forward to Xue Hong's meritorious service. If the credit is greater, I will directly find a way to make Xue Hong a family member. Maybe I will hear Xue Hong call me "Father" by then!
As for those nobles who were running around trying to exonerate Niu Jizong, Emperor Longqing just wrote them down in his notebook and continued to hold back.
As for Niu Jizong, I spared your death because the Supreme Emperor is still alive. Otherwise, based on what he did, the three clans will be wiped out!
The title of Niu Jizong was also directly promoted from earl to junior baron, and would be lost after one generation.
All family property was confiscated and confiscated.
Now the position of Xungui Flooring has finally been changed.
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In the Rongguo Mansion, Wang Xifeng was lying on the beauty's couch, looking unconvinced and sighing from time to time.
Ping'er was holding a coat and doing needlework at the side. Hearing Wang Xifeng's sad voice, he instantly understood what Wang Xifeng was thinking.
Sure enough, I heard Wang Xifeng say: "Ping'er, do you think there is really such a big difference in life between people? When Miss Xue came over yesterday, she was still in white. Now she is a county prince, equivalent to the royal family.
identity!"
"Oh~, I miss you, Wang Xifeng. I am so smart, but now I am still white. Miss Xue has an identity at a young age. This person is so annoying to compare with others!"
"Oh! By the way, there is also cousin Xue Hong. He is already a third-grade doctor at a young age. Look at the emperor's gifts of wine and wishes to the manor. Even my uncle has only been able to do so for so many years. Just twice."
"Perhaps... Cousin Hong can really be granted a title of nobility and marquis in the future?"
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In the theater in the capital, Xue Hong, Zhu Hui, and Chen Chen gathered together again. The two pestered Xue Hong to tell them about the expedition, but Xue Hong couldn't resist them and had to talk briefly.
As Zhu Hui listened, news suddenly broke out: "Hou Jin is sending an envoy to sue for peace."
Chen Chen: "Oh, if you can't beat us, just ask for peace. It's not easy to get hungry in this world."
Xue Hong's expression remained normal, he picked up the tea cup and took a sip: "Seek peace? How about it? Has dog biting dog started in the north?"
Zhu Hui gave Xue Hong a thumbs up: "This is all your fault... Junchen!"
After Chahar Khan returned to the tribe, he counted the food and grass left and found that there was not enough food for all the people.
For ancient nomads, what should they do if they don’t have enough food and grass? Grab it!!
It's impossible to rob someone...rob Ming Dynasty...after all, they just had to slap the big mouth.
King Chahar quietly turned his attention to the Horqin tribe next to him. The position occupied by Horqin had abundant rain, and the livestock and horses were fat and strong. Wouldn't it be easier to rob him than to rob the Ming Dynasty?
So, do it!!
In this way, the Khans of the two tribes were having a good time drinking and talking a few days ago, but now they were fighting over the food for the winter.
Hou Jin had the intention to break up the fight, but he was just powerless. In the battle of Liaodong Town, Hou Jin Qingzhuang suffered heavy losses, and he would not be able to recover for ten or eight years.
After Chi, the leader of Houjin Kingdom, returned to the city, he spat out a mouthful of blood, and it took him several days to recover.
It can be said that this battle completely broke the backbone of Houjin and the two major tribes in northern Liaodong.
Just when the three of them were chatting happily, a servant suddenly came to report that Princess An Ning had arrived.
Zhu Hui slapped his forehead as if he remembered something: "Junchen, why don't you run away quickly!"
Xue Hong was stretching out his chopsticks to pick up vegetables. When he heard Zhu Hui's sudden words, he stopped and tilted his head to look at Zhu Hui.
Zhu Hui: "My little royal aunt has cleared up all the things she raised in the past few days, but I don't feel like she wants to change her ways, so... you understand?"
Xue Hong was silent for a moment as if he had been petrified, then walked straight to the window, cupped his hand at Zhu Hui, and turned down the window.
Zhu Hui: "wc!!((??????|||)) This is the fourth floor!!"
Chen Chen didn't know what happened, but he rushed towards the window, but was stopped by Zhu Hui, who pushed him back to the chair.
Zhu Hui: "What are you doing?"
Chen Chen: "Isn't this the eldest princess here? I'm hiding."
Zhu Hui: "You're hiding! My little aunt doesn't like you! Besides, do you have Junchen's skills? He climbed through the window to go home, and you climbed through the window and ascended to heaven! This is the fourth floor!!"
While the two were arguing, Princess An Ning walked up and the first thing she said was: "Xiao Liu, something flew down from your floor just now, did you see it?"
Zhu Hui and Chen Chen shook their heads repeatedly: "No!!"
Princess An Ning did not ask further questions. She looked around and found no one else. She couldn't help but frowned: "Are you two here?"
Zhu Hui: "Little aunt, you know that I can't hang out with those kids from the capital."
Princess An Ning glanced at the three chairs and three tea cups next to the table. There were obvious signs that someone had just moved them.
Princess An Ning sat directly on the empty chair. The chair was still warm, and it was obvious that someone had sat on it just now.
Princess An Ning smiled gently: "I heard that Mr. Xue is here, so I came here to congratulate him."
Zhu Hui was also an expert in lying. He didn't even blink: "Little aunt, you are talking about Junchen! That boy is lying in the house now. After all, the conditions in the north are difficult. He has suffered some cold and is recovering from his injuries."
Princess An Ning did not expose Zhu Hui, she just showed a meaningful expression, then stood up to say goodbye and left straight away.