Chapter 631: Re-entering the palace, returning to the north
Chapter 631: Re-entering the palace, returning to the north and reuniting
"Master Shen?
Come quickly..."
He didn't wait long before he saw Wang Quan trotting over with a smile on his face.
"I've met Mr. Wang!"
Shen Tang bowed respectfully, "Thank you, Your Majesty."
"Hey, why should you and I be so polite?
Come in quickly, His Majesty is waiting for you."
Then, the two of them headed towards Chongzheng Hall one after another.
"See Your Majesty!"
Obviously Wang Quan had already received Zhao Shen's instructions, so he did not report any more, but directly led Shen Tang into the main hall!
"Shen Aiqing, please get up!"
Zhao Shen was all smiles when he saw Shen Tang! Especially when he thought about what Shen Tang had done for him secretly during this period, he looked at Shen Tang with even more satisfaction.
What is a loyal minister?
They are not those who shout slogans every day, but when they encounter problems, they can help themselves solve them in the best way.
And this Shen Tang is such a person.
During the war with the Jin Kingdom, Shen Tang had not yet become an official, but in the end the Song Dynasty was able to overpower the Jin Kingdom, which was inseparable from Shen Tang.
Subsequently, Shen Tang took full responsibility for the peace talks with Jin Gui, which won great reputation for the Song Dynasty.
Including the Tibetan invasion this time, when everyone was helpless, Shen Tang not only took the initiative to find a way, but also relied solely on Shen Tang to stabilize the situation.
But this time, most of the courtiers in the court forced the palace, and Shen Tang also solved his troubles.
Such a minister who can relieve himself without asking for anything in return is a loyal minister in Zhao Shen's eyes.
Therefore, even though he knew that the Shao family was now as wealthy as the country, and even the Sheng family had vaguely joined Shen Tang's command, Zhao Shen didn't pay much attention.
In fact, this kind of Shen Tang is more real.
"Why are you here, dear?"
Zhao Shen took the initiative to ask before Shen Tang could speak.
"Your Majesty, I have been away from home for a long time. Now, I simply have no responsibilities, so I want to return to Lianli City for a while."
Shen Tang said respectfully.
"oh!"
Zhao Shen was stunned.
After thinking for a moment, Zhao Shen asked, "Shen Aiqing, you should know the current situation in Chengdu Mansion.
What do you think of it?"
"Your Majesty, Chengdu has nearly 100,000 soldiers and horses of our Song Dynasty, which is slightly inferior to that of Tubo.
However, General Wang Huaichun is also a veteran on the battlefield, and he will definitely live up to the expectations of the court and His Majesty!"
Shen Tang said slowly.
Shen Tang's answer made Zhao Shen stunned. Looking at Shen Tang's expression, Zhao Shen sighed slightly in his heart.
"maybe!"
Zhao Shen sighed and said, "Okay, Shen Aiqing has indeed been away from home for a long time, so let's return to Lianli City first!"
After hesitating for a moment, Zhao Shen said again, "In addition, I still have many things that require your help. I will come back as soon as I have nothing to do at home!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty. I obey!"
Shen Tang said respectfully.
"Okay! Shen Aiqing, although you don't have an official position now, you are also a minister of our Song Dynasty.
Therefore, you can choose five hundred soldiers and horses to be your guards.
Although it’s not too far to go to Lianli City, there was an incident of horse bandits not long ago, and there are hundreds of guards who can protect your safety.”
"My lord, thank you for your kindness!"
These hundreds of guards are different from the personal guards of ordinary generals.
Normally speaking, above the generals, there can be personal guards.
These personal guards are selected from among the soldiers and horses under their command. They mainly protect the safety of the commander-in-chief and the central military tents, and their number is not fixed. If he is the commander-in-chief of an army, it is not uncommon to have one or two thousand personal guards.
However, these personal guards just changed their name. They are still soldiers of the Song Dynasty.
Even, if the situation is special, a higher-level general can directly deprive these personal guards.
But the hundreds of soldiers given by Zhao Shen are different!
From this moment on, they were no longer the soldiers of the Song Dynasty, but became Shen Tang's private army.
Their future and destiny, even life and death, are all in Shen Tang's hands. Even if Shen Tang no longer holds a military position or becomes an official, these soldiers will still be the private army of Shen Mansion.
As for the private army bestowed by the emperor, there were very few people in the entire court who had such qualifications and treatment.
Speaking of which, Shen Tang actually does not have this qualification at all.
However, Zhao Shen now felt extremely indebted to Shen Tang, so he treated him a little favorably in this regard.
Seeing Shen Tang slowly exiting the hall, Zhao Shen couldn't help but sigh again!
"Your Majesty, do you still have something to discuss with Master Shen?"
Wang Quan on the side saw Zhao Shen's expression and spoke softly.
"Yes, but I can't say it out loud!"
Zhao Shen said leisurely.
"Your Majesty is the king, and Master Shen is a minister. Furthermore, Master Shen has always been loyal to the emperor and patriotic, so he will naturally obey your majesty's orders."
Wang Quan said.
Zhao Shen's expression softened and he nodded in response, "It is precisely because I know this that I cannot speak out."
"Originally, I wanted to propose that Shen Tang return to Chengdu Mansion Road as soon as possible! You also know that Wang Huaixun caused Chengdu Mansion into chaos. Now only Shen Tang can go forward and continue to rely on the power of the Jin people. Conquer Chengdu Prefecture in the shortest possible time.
However, I listened to the slander and transferred Shen Tang back. How can I ask him to go back now?
Even if Shen Tang agrees, I can't speak."
"How about we go and remind Mr. Shen?"
Wang Quan said softly.
"No! Since Shen Tang wants to return to Lianli City, let him rest for a while first! Speaking of which, Shen Tang is constantly running around, but he spends very little time at home.
Let me think about the matter in Chengdu Mansion before I discuss it..."
Although Shen Tang didn't know what Zhao Shen said after he left, he could guess a thing or two in his heart.
During the period of his return, not only had there been no progress in the Chengdu Mansion, but the situation had become even worse! Then Wang Huai took risks and caused considerable damage. How could Zhao Shen not be impatient?
And, most importantly, Shen Tang's performance during this period has dispelled Zhao Shen's previous worries about Shen Tang!
After giving the order, Lian Licheng was handed over without any doubt, and Shen Tang quickly returned from Chengdu Mansion without any shirk at all.
During this period of time in Lin'an, apart from secretly helping Zhao Shen, he only occasionally talked with Zhang Jun. Zhao Shen naturally knew all about these things.
Therefore, Zhao Shen was relieved of Zhang Tianhua's previous accusations against Shen Tang.
When he asked about the situation in Chengdu Mansion, Zhao Shen deliberately asked Shen Tang to respond.
Unfortunately, Shen Tang didn't say much and directly intercepted Zhao Shen's subsequent words.
After leaving the palace, Shen Tang visited Zhang Jun and Shi Hao. After a detailed discussion with them, he left Lin'an and headed north towards Lianli City.
Shen Tang and the hundreds of guards were all on horseback, so by noon the next day, the shadow of Sizhou City could be seen in the distance.