During the Sui Dynasty, Luoyang was the imperial capital.
Today's weather is getting colder and colder. After all, the weather in December is already the coldest time. However, such weather has no impact on Yang Guang.
A few years ago, when Yang Guang was not yet practicing, he would have to sit around the stove as soon as winter came. He could not do without the stove throughout the winter.
But Yang Guang today is different.
Yang Guang only had a single piece of clothing on his body, and he didn't feel the cold at all.
With his current physique, he can survive the cold and heat.
After all, although Yang Guang's actual combat ability may be a little worse now, he has already reached the state. His own Qi has long been as one, and he is only a little short of being able to break through to the stage where the Three Flowers Gather at the Top.
While Yang Guang was reading in the palace, a chamberlain came in and reported: "Your Majesty, Kong Yingda and Fang Xuanling of the Imperial Prefecture are here to see you."
"Xuan!"
Yang Guang gave an order.
Although Wang Can is not in Luoyang now, in fact, most of the time, Kong Yingda and Fang Xuanling can still handle government affairs. Unless it involves very important matters, the two of them will enter the palace together.
So the two of them didn't have much time in the palace.
The chamberlain went to convey the order, but not long after, Kong Yingda and Fang Xuanling had already entered together.
After the two people bowed to Yang Guang, they stood respectfully. Kong Yingda took the initiative and said: "Your Majesty, from the Western Regions, the patron king has just sent back an urgent report about the war in the Western Regions."
When Yang Guang heard this, he said: "Could it be that the national army led the army and wiped out the Western Regions?"
"yes!"
Kong Yingda answered immediately.
A smile appeared on Yang Guang's face, and he said: "With the Imperial Master here, it is natural to win this battle. If we win this battle, then the Imperial Master will soon return in triumph, right?"
.”
"yes!"
Kong Yingda answered again.
A bright smile suddenly appeared on Yang Guang's face. Anyone who Wang Can went to war would never fail to win. However, the smile on Yang Guang's face did not last, and soon turned into a sad one.
Yang Guang clearly remembered that once Wang Can returned from the Western Regions, Wang Can might leave. By then, it would be impossible for Yang Guang to ask anyone for advice.
So for Yang Guang, he was still reluctant to give up.
Wang Can left reluctantly.
However, this is something that Wang Can has decided long ago. Even Yang Guang cannot stop it, and Yang Guang cannot stop it.
Yang Guang said in a deep voice: "The Imperial Master pacified the Western Regions, and his contribution lies in the country and will last forever. For the Sui Dynasty, this is an unprecedented feat. How do you think the Imperial Master should be rewarded?"
Kong Yingda and Fang Xuanling looked at each other with somewhat uncertain expressions.
The two of them didn't know Yang Guang's intentions.
It’s not that Wang Can has never led troops to conquer places before. Wang Can once conquered Goguryeo, and Wang Can also led troops to conquer Japan. Each time, he made great achievements, unprecedented achievements in the history, and made the country more powerful.
The territory of Sui Dynasty expanded.
But before, there was no reward.
It all just passed.
Now, Yang Guang suddenly mentioned that he wanted to reward Wang Can, so Kong Yingda and Fang Xuanling were caught off guard. For a moment, they had no time to react, because for them
, this award is a bit unexpected.
Yang Guang is also a person who is well versed in people's hearts, especially because he has a very deep mind. He saw the astonishment of Kong Yingda and Fang Xuanling at a glance, and continued: "The contribution of the Imperial Master to the Sui Dynasty is no less than the founding of the country. I am commending him this time.
It is imperative that you become a national preceptor. So now, you all should think carefully about how to reward me."
Kong Yingda said: "Your Majesty, since it is no less than the founding of the country, I believe that this achievement can only be made a king. Only by making a king can you express your majesty's commendation to the national teacher."
After Yang Guang heard this, his eyes lit up.
It's good to be crowned king.
In today's Sui Dynasty, except for the patron king Yang Lin, there are actually no other kings with different surnames for the time being. After all, the king's title is extraordinary, so directly conferring the title of king to Wang Can is the greatest reward.
Yang Guangdao: "What kind of king do you think should be made?"
Kong Yingda said sternly: "Your Majesty, I think I can make you the King of Qi. This country of Qi is a big country, and the King of Qi is an extremely important king. It is already a great reward for Your Majesty to make the national master the King of Qi."
Fang Xuanling shook his head and said: "No, I don't agree with being crowned King of Qi."
Yang Guang's eyes fell on Fang Xuanling and said, "Fang Xuanling, what suggestions do you have?"
Fang Xuanling said: "Since the founding of the Sui Dynasty, there has never been a king with a different surname, especially a king with a title like the King of Qi. I believe that the imperial master has made great contributions and should be crowned the king. However, it is still inappropriate to confer the title of King of Qi.
My suggestion is that it is most appropriate to confer the title of King of Lu. Lu is a small country, but Lu has been a place where literature has been written since ancient times, and it pays more attention to etiquette, justice, respect and inferiority. Therefore, I think that King Lu is the most suitable person.
suitable."
After a pause, Fang Xuanling continued: "Your Majesty attaches great importance to the Imperial Guard, and does not necessarily give the Imperial Guard the best. Because once the Imperial Guard becomes the King of Qi, it will be a big influence. On the contrary, King Lu agrees with the rules and is not ostentatious. For the country.
As far as I'm concerned, King Lu's arrangement is exactly the most suitable."
After Kong Yingda heard this, he looked at Fang Xuanling in surprise.
Unexpectedly, Fang Xuanling said such words.
To be honest, after listening to Fang Xuanling's words, he agreed with Fang Xuanling's analysis. On the basis of fully considering Wang Can's safety, for the long-term stability of the Imperial Prefecture, and for the honor of the Imperial Prefecture, in the future, King Lu will be the king.
most suitable.
After hearing this, Yang Guang shook his head and said, "I am not satisfied with either of your proposals."
Kong Yingda said: "Your Majesty plans to confer the title of Imperial Master to the king for what reason?"
"King Zhou!"
Yang Guang spoke directly.
brush!
Fang Xuanling and Kong Yingda both changed their colors.
The King of Zhou is different. He is far greater than the King of Qi and the King of Lu. You must know that during the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods, Zhou represented the Emperor of Zhou and was superior to all kings.
Such an edict from the King of Zhou to Wang Can was really too heavy.
Fang Xuanling hurriedly said: "Your Majesty, this is not allowed! Originally, many people thought that the Imperial Preceptor was so powerful that he had completely emptied His Majesty and wanted to replace him. But now, if he were to make the Imperial Preceptor the King of Zhou again, I am afraid that the Imperial Preceptor would be slandered.
There will be more people.”
Kong Yingda also said: "Your Majesty, the King of Zhou cannot grant titles easily. Your Majesty, please think twice about such a prince."
"Don't think twice."
Yang Guang was extremely forceful. With a flick of his sleeve, he said decisively: "I have made up my mind, and the arrangements for the Imperial Guard have been decided. There is no need to let the news about this matter for the time being. I will personally leave the city on the day of the Imperial Guard's triumphant return.
meet."
"yes!"
Kong Yingda and Fang Xuanling looked at each other with solemn expressions.
Both of them felt that a storm was coming.
Yang Guang waved his hand for the two of them to retreat. He looked at the backs of Kong Yingda and Fang Xuanling as they left to lead the troops. A smile appeared at the corner of his mouth and he smiled faintly. Others didn't understand Wang Can, but he understood it extremely well. Even if
No matter how much he gave to Wang Can, Wang Can was about to leave.
Therefore, even the King of Zhou, Yang Guang was willing.
To Yang Guang, Wang Can was not only a minister, but also a mentor and friend. So when he thought that Wang Can was about to leave, Yang Guang actually felt very reluctant to leave.
Very helpless!
However, he couldn't stop it.
"well……"
A sigh echoed in the hall.
After Kong Yingda and Fang Xuanling walked out of the imperial city, they stood outside the imperial city with extremely solemn expressions. There was even a hint of worry deep in their eyes.
Kong Yingda said in a deep voice: "Xuan Ling, Your Majesty has made up his mind. The matter of counter-proclaiming the Imperial Master as King of Zhou is irreversible. It seems that there will be another disturbance in the court."
Fang Xuanling said: "The most important thing is that the imperial court is still a little wary of the imperial master taking over power. Now, it is like this, so these people probably hold a grudge against the imperial master even more. Alas, under the current situation,
We can only take one step at a time. Even the two of us can't do anything."
"Indeed!"
Kong Yingda nodded in reply.
Fang Xuanling suddenly said: "Your Majesty, please let us keep it secret for the time being, but when you go back, do you want to inform the mistress so that she knows in advance?"
Kong Yingda said: "As for the mistress, I don't think it's appropriate to inform the Imperial Preceptor for the time being. However, as for the Imperial Preceptor, although His Majesty objects to informing the Imperial Preceptor in advance, should we tell the Imperial Preceptor now?"
Fang Xuanling said: "Of course not!"
He also shook his head in opposition.
After the two reached an agreement, they returned directly to the Imperial Prefecture and continued to handle government affairs. Although the news that Yang Guang wanted to crown Wang Can as King of Zhou has not been notified yet, Wang Can achieved a great victory in the Western Regions.
The news spread throughout the world through the officials of the Sui Dynasty.
Countless people heard this and were greatly excited.
Because the achievement of opening up territory and expanding the territory is nothing more than that. You must know that in the past, the Wei and Huoma conquered the Huns and entered the Helan Mountains, but they were not where they are now, and they did not complete Wang Can's feat.
Especially after conquering the countries in the Western Region, the strength of the Great Sui Dynasty increased again.
The Sui Dynasty now ranks first in the East.
The whole court and the public were extremely excited. But those who were resentful of Wang Can and those who were looking forward to Wang Can's defeat all had grim faces and sighed inwardly, because Wang Can had won again, and if they wanted to deal with Wang Can, it would be completely impossible.
impossible.
Throughout the Sui Dynasty, people were cheering for it, and time was passing by in a hurry.
In the blink of an eye, it’s early February.
On the second day of February, the dragon raises its head, people start farming, and spring has arrived.
At this time, the Sui Dynasty had already begun to revive the vitality of all things. However, the Western Regions were still cold, and the snow in many places had not yet melted, but this did not prevent Wang Can from the Western Regions from withdrawing his troops.
Everything was settled, and now it was almost February, and Wang Can was already planning to withdraw his troops.
After returning from the Western Regions, he still had many things to do.
On the one hand, he wanted to resign from Yang Guang. This matter could not be explained clearly in a few sentences. Even Wang Can had told Yang Guang the news that he was leaving.
On the other hand, we have to make it clear to Li Xiuning and arrange the next things.
