Military generals are different from civilian officials, because no matter what the situation or system, civilian officials are indispensable. But for military generals, if there is peace and prosperity and there are no battles to fight, the status of military generals will be greatly weakened. Therefore, military generals If you want to make achievements, you can only lead troops and fight in battles.
As for Yue Fei and Niu Gao, they were both young and energetic, and it was a good time to make contributions. Tubo had such a large land, so what a big contribution it was. Li Qi just gave the task to Wu with an understatement. Jie, as for the people on Yue Fei's side, Li Qi just asked them to clean up the remaining forces in Jiaozhi, and did not make too many arrangements.
Not to mention Niu Gao, even Yue Fei was dissatisfied. They were all promoted by Li Qi. It would be unreasonable not to send them when there is a battle.
Li Qi really didn't think of this at the beginning, but now he realized it and thought to himself, it's really not easy for me to be the privy envoy. As he walked out of the palace, he said: "What are you in a hurry? The court will give it to you." Of course they won't be allowed to stay at home because of their salary. How can there be such a beautiful thing in the world? You can introduce it to me."
There is drama.
Niu Gao's eyes sparkled with brilliance, he rubbed his hands and said, "My brain is not very easy to use. I don't understand what the Privy Councilor means?"
"You're not smart? Who did you fool? You're an old fool. You may have the most clever ideas among the Forbidden Army. Moreover, your appearance is so deceptive." Li Qi mocked Niu Gao, and then said seriously: "Actually, the regimes in Tubo are not worth mentioning. I asked Wu Jie to go there just to clear the way first. The real battlefield is on the Silk Road. That is the big drama, and our real opponent is the Kingdom of Jin."
A flash of light flashed across Yue Fei's eyes, but he was very confused and said: "Silk Road? Kingdom of Jin?" He thought to himself, if he wanted to go to war with the Kingdom of Jin, the battlefield should also be in the Yanyun area. How could it happen in the Yanyun area? Silk Road.
Li Qi explained: "You two are the only ones here, and I'm not afraid to tell you the truth. In terms of military strength, there is still a big gap between us and the Jin Kingdom, but we also have our advantages, that is, we have more people and more money. , there are many weapons, so it depends on the overall strength. We are almost the same as the Jin Kingdom. Once there is a head-on confrontation, a full-scale war will definitely break out. This is easy to fight, but it is difficult to save the situation. The two tigers If we fight, we will both lose, unless there is an imbalance in the strength of both of us. Otherwise, it will be difficult for a direct conflict to break out, because no one can afford the consequences."
Niu Gao wondered: "If that's the case, why did the Privy Council just say that our opponent is the Kingdom of Jin?"
Li Qidao: "There is no room for two tigers in one mountain. Although it is impossible to fight head-on, no one wants to see the other party getting stronger and stronger. They will always think of ways to weaken the other party's strength. Then there will definitely still be a conflict. If both sides are avoiding a head-on confrontation, If there is a conflict, then we will definitely find a third party force to use as a platform to compete.”
Yue Fei said: "The Privy Councilor refers to Goryeo and Xixia?"
"Goryeo must not allow the Jin Kingdom to interfere. I have put the Laizhou Navy on standby. Once the Jin Kingdom has any attempt on Goryeo, our navy will head to the Yalu River. If Goryeo is surrendered by the Jin Kingdom, then the Jin Kingdom will We really have no worries anymore, and we have also lost an important strategic location. If Goryeo is in our hands, then our swords and guns can be directed at Shangjing, the capital of the Jin Kingdom."
Niu Gao said: "Then the rest is Xixia."
"Yes, Xixia is the balance point of this game." Li Qi nodded and said: "The geographical location of Xixia has always been in an offensive situation for us, the Song Dynasty. Once the Jin Kingdom captures Xixia, they can attack it at any time.
Bypassing the Yanyun area and even the Yellow River, attacking Bianliang directly from the northwest is the same as the relationship between Goryeo and them. If we protect Goryeo, then the Jin Kingdom will definitely turn its attention to Xixia, and Xixia's national strength is not weak.
It is quite difficult for the Kingdom of Jin to become fat in one go, and we are behind to help."
Yue Fei said: "Then the Jin Kingdom is likely to go around the rear of Xixia, use roundabout tactics to weaken Xixia's power in the west, and then slowly encroach on it. In this way, it can also avoid the Song Dynasty in the northwest and Yanyun
The power of."
"That's exactly the truth."
Li Qi sighed and said: "Not long ago, Wanyan Zonghan defeated Yelu Dashi in the west of the Jin Kingdom and occupied that area. They can continue the westward expedition at any time, but because the battle line is too long, they still have to prepare for some days. Once they are properly prepared,
After that, they will march to the west. Fortunately, Eunuch Tong recovered the land of Hehuang. We can also use this as a fulcrum to penetrate the power into the countries in the west. But the land of Hehuang is too far from the Central Plains.
, and it is also sandwiched between Xixia and Tubo, one side must be cleared first, which is the main reason why I let Wu Jie enter Tubo."
Niu Gao said: "Then we have to do it as soon as possible!"
"I'll give you a head earlier. If it's so easy to fight, what's the matter with you?"
"Then what should we do now?"
"Recuperate and recuperate. After all, war is consumption. We cannot always keep the country in war. This is not good for the development of the country."
Li Qi continued: "If everything goes well, we may still fight on both the east and west sides at the same time. After all, there is a Japan with a lot of gold waving to us, but Japan is just an island country and can be solved as soon as possible. Niu Gao, I will
I plan to transfer you to Japan first."
Niu Gao asked anxiously: "Why?"
In his mind, fighting a small Japan is really boring, and it is a bit bullying. Fighting against the Jin Kingdom would be more interesting! He had not even experienced fighting in the Kaifeng Defense War, and most of the time he was suppressed by the Jin Kingdom.
Li Qidao: "Niu Gao, you are actually quite talented as a commander. You should be on your own. If you are by Yue Fei's side, your talents will only be overshadowed by Yue Fei's light. I hope to train you to be a commander, not a general."
, so I plan to leave the Japanese battlefield completely to you, do you understand what I mean."
Niu Gao felt happy after hearing this. Who doesn't like to be praised by his boss? He nodded repeatedly and said, "Yes, I understand."
Li Qi then said to Yue Fei: "Yue Fei, don't be anxious. After our class returns to the court, we will rest in Bianjing for some time and reorganize the military and political affairs. After a while, we will transfer you to the Hehuang area to assist Wu
Destroy the Tubo regime and explore the Silk Road. Oh, and one more thing, why did you ruin Meiyue's marriage?"
Yue Fei's face turned red when he heard this. Shidao had already told him and his mother about this matter, but at that time he was just a young boy, while Zhe Meiyue came from a well-known family, and their backgrounds were very different.
Therefore, Zhongshidao decided to wait. After the Kaifeng defense war, Zhongshidao brought up the matter with the Zhe family in Yunzhou, and the Zhe family agreed. Needless to say, it goes without saying now that Yue Fei has made such a great contribution.
Who wouldn't want to recruit him as his son-in-law? But Yue Fei was a little puzzled and asked curiously: "What---what is the relationship between the two?"
Li Qi smiled and said: "Of course it does matter. You go to Hehuang. Of course you have to deal with the Western Army. If you become the son-in-law of the Zhe family, many things will be much easier."
Niu Gao smiled unscrupulously and said: "Yes, yes, it is better for the Privy Council to think carefully." Then he put a hand on Yue Fei's shoulder and said: "Yue Fei, that Zhe Meiyue is also good at both civil and military skills, and is long and tall.
Pretty, just accept it."
Yue Fei pushed Niu Gao away and said unhappily: "Go, go, cool down while you go."
Li Qi smiled at Niu Gao and said, "It's a pity that you already have a wife, otherwise I would find one for you in Japan. Anyway, Japanese women like me, the Song Dynasty man, the most."
Niu Gao hurriedly waved his hand and said: "Thank you Privy Council for being considerate, but there is no need for this aspect. I just like my mother-in-law, and I don't like other women."
"well said."
Someone next to me suddenly said.
Li Qi turned around and saw that it was Ma Qiao who was talking, omg, here he comes again. Shut up quickly, he didn’t want to listen to Ma Qiao’s love talk again, because it was a slap in his face, after all, he was just a professional
Love, not single-mindedness.
While talking, the three of them arrived in front of the palace gate.
Li Qidao: "You two are fine anyway, so just accompany me for a walk outside."
Niu Gao was about to nod, but suddenly he looked at Li Qi and said, "Privy Councilor, you---is it really appropriate for you to go out dressed like this?"
Li Qidao: "Is there any problem?"
Yue Fei also felt that something was wrong, and reminded him: "Privy Councilor, no matter what I say, you are still a first-class official of the Song Dynasty. Isn't it a little inappropriate to dress like this?"
Li Qidao: "What do you know? The clothes I wear are called people-friendly clothes, do you understand? What is people-friendly clothes is to give the people a sense of intimacy and to mingle with each other. I can't wait to go into battle shirtless. It's so hot---oh no, this is what it's called.
Private interview, since ancient times, have you seen the emperor of any country wearing dragon robes and going on private tours incognito? Also, you are promoted by me after all. Can you have a little taste? At least I have been leading the trend of the world, and more when I have nothing to do.
Improve your taste.”
After he finished speaking, he strode towards the outside of the palace.
Leading the world trend?
Niu Gao and Yue Fei looked at each other, both shook their heads and sighed, if you were not the Privy Councilor, you might be regarded as a monster and surrendered while walking on Bianliang Street.
But there was no way, since Li Qi was the boss, they had no choice but to follow suit.
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Now that all major policies have been released and implemented, Thang Long Mansion has long since returned to normal, and the streets are full of people walking in a hurry.
Dressed "strangely" to serve Li Qi, he attracted many people's attention as soon as he walked to the street. Some people recognized Li Qi and hurriedly came forward. However, during the ceremony, they all looked at Li Qi secretly.
strange.
Many people were whispering behind their backs.
Niu Gao and Yue Fei followed behind, both bowing their heads deeply. They couldn't afford to lose this man.
Ma Qiao, on the other hand, tried to distance himself from Li Qi.
Li Qi also noticed this phenomenon, his face turned red, and he thought to himself, no, it's okay to be despised by others in Bianliang. After all, the people there are all talented. I didn't expect that the same is true in this remote and remote place. Am I really
That's wrong. If I go back and change my clothes now, it should still be too late.
Thinking of this, Li Qi started to think about quitting. This man wanted face and the tree wanted bark. Although he was thick-skinned, he couldn't stand being treated like an animal while walking on the street. Suddenly, he saw a
When the shirtless man passed by him, he also looked at him with a very strange look. He was instantly angry and felt very wronged. Damn it, your mother came to despise me even though you were shirtless. At least I am wearing something too.
Clothes, who are you?
"Privy Envoy, Privy Envoy."
Suddenly, a shout was heard from the side, and a middle-aged man ran out of a shop and saluted, "Thank you, Man Yuan, for meeting the Privy Council."
Li Qi looked familiar at first, but it wasn't until the other party said his name that he remembered that Xie Manyuan was originally arrested in Shenglong Mansion because his wife's brother, his wife's uncle's brother-in-law, and the crime was Li Qi's.
Qi designed it himself, which had a profound impact. He exclaimed: "It turns out it's Xie Yuanwai. What a coincidence. No gift, no gift."
Xie Manyuan straightened up and said: "To be honest with the Privy Council, Cao Min recently opened a small shop here."
"Yeah?"
Li Qi turned around and said, "Oh! It turns out to be a cloth shop!"
"Yes Yes Yes."
Xie Manyuan flattered and said with a smile: "After some advice from the Privy Council that day, the grassroots suddenly became enlightened and felt that business is the most suitable for people like us."
Li Qi laughed and said, "It would be best if you think so. Don't worry, I will definitely do it."
"Thank you, Privy Council, for your kind words. Thank you, Privy Council, for your kind words." Xie Manyuan was overjoyed, and then he looked at Li Qi again and asked, "I'm sorry to ask, Privy Council, you are wearing these clothes---."
Li Qi didn't wait for him to finish, and asked hurriedly: "Don't you think it looks good too?"
"No no no."
Xie Manyuan shook his head hurriedly and said: "On the contrary, the common people think that the Privy Councilor's clothes are really beautiful and are very suitable for the weather here."
Fuck! It's rare to meet a close friend! Li Qi suppressed the joy in his heart and said with a straight face: "Don't flatter me."
"The grassroots people are absolutely telling the truth." Xie Manyuan said: "The grassroots people were attracted by the Privy Councilor's clothes at a glance, and they also heard people passing by praise that the clothes of the Song Dynasty are really beautiful. The grassroots people thought in their hearts, since we are already the people of the Song Dynasty.
, we should also learn from the people of the Central Plains, and of course the clothes must be uniform, the Privy Council asks you to say no."
"That makes sense."
Li Qi nodded sharply and added: "It makes sense."
He is a businessman, so how can he not understand Xie Manyuan's thoughts? It is obvious that Xie Manyuan wants to sell clothes and make this short-sleeved shirt. In this case, it fully proves that Xie Manyuan really thinks that this outfit on him looks good.
.
Not only that, he now understood that the looks in the eyes of those passing by just now were not contempt at all, but envy. It was only because he had been influenced by Niu Gao and Yue Fei that he thought they were looking down upon him.
For a moment, it was like catching a spring breeze, feeling proud and proud!
The waist is straightened!
I didn’t expect that the people in this poor place have such good taste, and they are almost catching up with me. Li Qi felt that he was letting out a bad breath, and couldn’t help but wink at Niu Gao and Yue Fei proudly, as if to say, a martial artist is a martial artist, and he has no taste at all.
No, look at people, what is this called? This is called knowing goods!
Yue Fei and Niu Gao were both shocked. Such strange clothes don't look good. Are you blind?
Li Qizhen was overjoyed, patted Xie Manyuan's shoulder, said with a tight face and a determined tone: "You must have a future as a businessman." (To be continued...)