Chapter 322 The Song Dynasty Forbidden Army (Part 2)
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The 240,000 imperial troops in Bianjing City were stationed in 400 military camps outside the city in command units. There were military camps on almost every street.
Different from the military camps in the minds of later generations, the military families of the Song Dynasty also lived in camps. Because being a soldier in this dynasty was a lifelong matter, as long as you became a soldier, you would never want to do anything else in your life, so everyone
He had a family and a mouth, so the whole family lived in the military camp.
Therefore, the military camps of this dynasty are basically family homes, with chickens and dogs jumping around, children peeing, and it is impossible to count the number of people inside.
Therefore, when it is necessary to recruit soldiers from the school, they are always brought to the school field where the army belongs.
At this moment, Zhao Zongji, accompanied by Chen Ke and Sima Guang, came to the outside of the Xuanwu Military Academy near Guangbei Bridge. The high walls inside the school grounds and the outside were always two different worlds.
"Have you ever been in?" Zhao Zongji asked Chen Ke beside him, riding his horse.
"No." Chen Ke, who was wearing an inconspicuous plain robe, said with a smile: "I have only been to the camp where we were marching and fighting."
"I haven't been there either." Zhao Zongji turned to Sima Guang, who was wearing a green official uniform, and said, "Where is Mr. Sima?"
"I've never been to a lower official." Sima Guang was thin, not tall, with regular features and deep eyes, making him look particularly trustworthy at first glance.
"There are so many military camps and schools in Bianjing City, but the three of us have never set foot in them." Zhao Zongji was speechless and said, "It can be seen that the army and the outside world are two different worlds."
Sima Guang only nodded and did not respond, which made Zhao Zongji slightly embarrassed.
Fortunately, at this time, I had already arrived in front of the school gate, and heard the sound of a cannon. The camp gate opened wide, and two rows of sergeants wearing brand-new uniforms and red tasseled Fanyang hats came out in neat steps, standing on both sides of the camp gate.
Side queue.
A dozen generals wearing armor and helmets came out of the camp with smiles on their faces.
Zhao Zongji and others also dismounted and met with a group of senior military officers. Although the Song Dynasty was civilized and military, there was still an occasion. The leading military attache was Wang Kai, the deputy commander of the Infantry Division of the Guards and the grandson of Wang Quanbin, the general who defeated Shu in the early Song Dynasty.
, an old general who was already seventy years old. When he saw him outside the military camp, Zhao Zongji had to call him "Grandpa Wang".
After the two parties greeted each other, Wang Kai took Zhao Zongji's arm affectionately and started chatting with him about household matters.
While talking, the two of them walked inside, and naturally a group of attendants followed closely and entered the school grounds.
Chen Ke took this opportunity to look around and saw that the place was very neat and tidy. There were square high-walled villages in the east, west, south and north. There were towers at the corners of the villages for observation. Every not far away from the wall, there were hanging towers.
There was a lantern. Under the lantern, a row of soldiers stood like nails with swords and guns. Thousands of soldiers were practicing in the large and empty drill ground. I saw flags waving, drums beating frequently, and soldiers with bright clothes.
, constantly changing its formation, it looks like a butterfly wearing flowers, which is really pleasing to the eye.
Wang Kai invited Zhao Zongji to rest in the meeting hall to the north of the school grounds. As soon as he entered, he saw flowers, the table was filled with fresh fruits and exquisite snacks. Each chair also had a chair cover, showing a strong sense of formalism.
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After humbly yielding, Zhao Zongji took the upper position. He looked around at the crowd and said, "Yesterday, most of you were in the Yamen of the Infantry Army. Did you hear the decree?"
"I've heard of it," the generals said loudly.
"Let's talk about it later. This time I was ordered to check the personnel of each army," Zhao Zongji said: "The previous review at the Yamen found that there were many flaws in the management of the imperial army's military registration. The old numbers were removed without being kept for inspection, so that
There is no record of the number of soldiers." After a pause, he said: "Therefore, we can only use the salary roster and the stupid method of counting heads."
The generals were sitting at attention, and Wang Kai explained sheepishly: "There are all Qiuba in the three yamen, but they are not as meticulous as the civil servants."
"Officials have their say first, and let bygones be bygones." Zhao Zongji nodded and said: "From now on, we will send commissioners to take care of the records. Of course, this has nothing to do with my mission on this trip. I just care that the positions are consistent!" He looked at Sima as he said it.
Light.
Sima Guang opened a thick roster and said in a deep voice: "Xuanwu's army is rated at ten battalions, with one battalion of 500 members, a total of 5,000. Currently, he has retired due to old age and illness, and has not yet been able to recruit more troops. There are actually 4,900 soldiers.
Seventy members.”
"There are still 130 people who have asked for leave." The Qin commander of Xuanwu's army added: "All requests for leave have been approved by the military department and are well documented."
"Send a copy of the list later, and when he returns to the team, order him to report to the Yamen of the Infantry Army Division." Wang Kai said.
"And..." Commander Qin muttered: "The number of Si Yamen is different from the actual number of soldiers. Our army only has 4,520 soldiers."
"Oh, it's chaos, it's too chaos." Wang Kai shook his head with a dull face and said, "I've lost all my face." He said to Zhao Zongji, "Just cancel these extra posts after verification. You don't have to look at mine."
face."
"Thank you, Commander Bu, for your understanding of justice." Zhao Zongji smiled and said to Sima Guang, "Let's check according to 4399 first."
"Yes." Sima Guang nodded.
"Commander Qin, please gather the soldiers on the school field," Zhao Zongji said, "My men will be counted."
Commander Qin looked at Wang Kai, and after he nodded, he stood up and said, "Here!" After saying that, he left the meeting hall. After a while, he heard the sound of a drum, and the originally noisy campus became quiet, and only heard
Like the sound of rustling footsteps eating mulberry leaves.
"My Imperial Army of the Song Dynasty is well-trained." Zhao Zongji said as he listened to the movement outside.
"Haha..." Wang Kai blushed and said, "Oh, even if you are good at training in school, they are all fake. The sword does not drink blood. Once you go to the battlefield, you will make a fool of yourself."
"Commander Bu is too humble." Zhao Zongji said lightly: "The Liao people haven't fought for decades, so everyone has to adapt."
"Yes," Wang Kai said with a smile: "I have been on the battlefield, but it has been more than ten years since I came down from the northwest battlefield. If I suddenly go into battle, I will have to adapt for a while."
After saying this, Commander Qin came in to report that the team had been assembled.
Zhao Zongji then said to Sima Guang, "Thank you." Sima Guang took the order and left, and Chen Ke also followed.
There was total silence on the campus, with thousands of officers and soldiers lined up in order like nails.
Behind Sima Guang and Chen Ke were officials from the East and West Prefectures and the Third Division, as well as guards from the Imperial City Division and the Beihai County Prince's House, a total of about two hundred people.
Sima Guang looked at Chen Ke, who smiled and said, "I'm just following to watch the fun, and I won't get involved in anything."
"Oh." Sima Guang nodded and glanced at him, meaning, then just step aside...
Sima Guang's eyes swept over the officials and soldiers on his side, and said in a deep voice: "Everyone, the young prince has entrusted me with this important task. I can only fulfill my mission. If I have offended you in any way, please forgive me."
He had a high official rank and a majestic appearance, so everyone was a little afraid of him. Now that he was speaking very politely, they felt a little flattered, so they agreed in unison.
"Count the number of people line by line." Sima Guang gave the order. The soldiers pulled up the long rope and opened the soldiers of Xuanwu's army line by line. The officials then counted the people line by line. There were initial inspections, re-inspections, and special records.
Looks very professional.
After two cups of tea, the results were summarized and reported to Sima Guang: "A total of 4,390 people!"
"Not a few," the official in charge of counting said with a smile.
"Roll roll." Sima Guang said in a deep voice: "One for each capital!" There are five capitals under one command, and each capital has a hundred people.
"There are not too many people, not too many." Commander Qin said dissatisfied: "Which name should I call?"
Sima Guang gave him a cold look, and Commander Qin actually shuddered, as if all the secrets in his heart had been seen through.
"Roll roll call." Sima Guang repeated: "After calling everyone, leave Yidu and don't come back to the school grounds again!"
"Oh, it's so troublesome..." Commander Qin only complained, but didn't stop him.
Then the roll call began. The official held the roster and called the first person to come forward immediately and started the roll call: "The person called stands on the left, Liu Liu!"
"Here." A soldier responded and walked to the left to stand.
"Ma San."
"Here."
"Zhou Han."
"Here."
"..."
"..."
On the school grounds, people from all five cities were called at the same time, and responses to the call came one after another. However, Chen Ke lacked interest and asked the serious-looking Sima Guang next to him: "Is this method useful?"
"Do you have a better way?" Sima Guang looked at him, his eyes calm and distant.
"No." Chen Ke said calmly.
Sima Guang turned back and stopped looking at him.
After Chen Kezhong became the number one scholar, even his princes never treated him so coldly, but who made him have plans for Sima Guang, so he just felt embarrassed and had no anger at all.
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After a cup of tea, the first count was completed, and the soldiers reported that there were eight people who did not have the correct number.
"Here, let me explain...the names on the roster haven't changed in decades, but the soldiers have changed several times." Commander Qin wiped his sweat and cursed those idiots secretly. He couldn't even remember their names and said: "
It's too troublesome to re-register. The Infantry Division and the Third Division have to change it, so we have been lazy and haven't changed the name." After a pause, he said: "The salary is all collected and distributed at the same time, so some idiots don't even know what to call the person they support.
, I don’t even remember.” After saying that, he wiped his sweat and said, “It’s so hot, it’s so hot today... Let’s go in and talk slowly.”
Sima Guang's back was also wet with sweat, but he remained unmoved and said, "Have all Commander Qin's words been recorded?"
"Remember it." Tie Si said softly.
Sima Guang reached for the transcript, handed it to Commander Qin and said, "Are you literate?"
"Know..." Commander Qin choked until his face turned purple.
"Let's see if there are any distortions." Sima Guang went his own way.
"No." Commander Qin took a simple look and said angrily.
"Let's make a pledge." Sima Guang said, "Everyone must be responsible for what he has said."
Sorry, I'm too tired. I just write slowly. I can only write one more chapter today, three chapters in total. I think I have basically completed what I owed yesterday and what I owe today. I will continue to pay off the debt tomorrow...
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