As an important town on the bank of the river, Chenliu naturally attracted much attention after the war started.
A large number of soldiers, horses and baggage have gathered here, and the tributaries drawn from the chasm are continuously transporting weapons and food, making this place a top priority on the Eastern Front.
Chen Zhishen strode through the camp, and the soldiers continued to salute the coach along the way.
During this Northern Expedition, it was Chen Zhishen who was ordered to lead the army from Chenliu.
"Li Kuan, Chief of the Central Route, see you, General!" Li Kuan, the newly appointed Chief of the Army March, saluted solemnly and at the same time stretched out his hand to open the curtain of the Chinese army's tent.
It was the first time that Chen Zhishen met the chief secretary of the Li family, who was born in Guanzhong and Liaodong. He couldn't help but take a look at this unattractive middle-aged man and said politely: "There is no need to be polite in the army."
Li Kuan was a little surprised, and he was also looking at this one of the best generals in the Han army.
Chen Zhishen is famous for his bad temper, but having said that, among all the strong men who can fight and rush, how many have a good temper? Why, when we met today, his body shape was very suitable, but his tone of voice and personality seemed to be different.
Too consistent?
Li Kuan's expression obviously attracted Chen Zhishen's attention. He grabbed Li Kuan's wrist and led him into the Chinese army's tent: "Brother, you don't need to see anyone outside. Come in, come in!"
Li Kuan chatted. It seemed that he was overthinking it. This general was really heroic and amiable. Thinking of this, he couldn't help but smile and said: "I have heard that the general breaks the formation and kills the enemy for a long time. I thought the general is a difficult person to get along with. Today
See, it’s really a big mistake!”
Chen Zhishen was startled for a moment, then waved his hand: "For enemies, of course we have to be brave and ruthless, but for our own people, we have to be humble and respectful, and only by complementing each other can we make progress, don't you think?"
Li Kuan looked at Chen Zhishen and nodded repeatedly, feeling relieved in his heart.
This general is not like this in the rumors, but obviously being in a high position has made him realize many of his problems, so he has actively made adjustments and changes. Although these words are said too hard, the sincerity is still there
Can feel it.
This gave Li Kuan renewed confidence in his career.
Li Kuan entered the army through the talent selection examination held by the Taiwei Mansion before the beginning of spring. This talent selection examination was only conducted on a small scale and was aimed at people with military experience.
The Li family in Liaodong was also a general for generations. Direct descendants of the family such as Li Kuan certainly had experience in the military. In other words, such talent selection examinations were actually held for general families from all over the country.
The imperial court suppressed aristocratic families, but was actually quite tolerant of generals, and the children of generals from all over the country still had priority opportunities to join the army.
Firstly, this is because Jiangmen still has the most experience in commanding and combating in the world. Secondly, it is also because Jiangmen is different from other official families. They have few opportunities to enter the officialdom, and naturally it is difficult for them to succeed in politics.
The grouping caused interference and influence on the rule of the imperial court.
Especially in the Han Dynasty, the division between civil and military affairs is very serious. Military generals will not take the initiative or tend to enter the officialdom, and civilian officials are even less likely to let military generals enter the officialdom. Therefore, there is no need to worry about forming a military clique like the Guanlong Group in the Han Dynasty.
Group. Even the former Guanlong Group has now been completely integrated into the Dahan system, and it is difficult for it to stand out and form a united and powerful group.
In the Northern Expedition after the beginning of spring, the imperial court marched troops from the east, middle, west and north routes at the same time. Each army also needed a centrally dispatched general and a long history of the subordinate generals, joining the army, etc. Therefore, the Taiwei Mansion organized assessments to be able to
Many of the generals' disciples who were idle at home were recruited to take charge of the overall planning of the army.
After all, when it comes to experience in commanding large armies and dispatching soldiers and horses, these generals' children who have been familiar with military books since childhood and have military experience are indeed good choices. They may not have the talent to become famous generals like their fathers, but these basic skills are relatively solid.
Li Kuan passed this assessment, so he was able to appear here and serve as Chen Zhishen's marching secretary.
However, his role as the Marching Registrar was actually more about coordination. Each army of the Han Dynasty originally had its own Marching Registrar. The Marching Registrar grasped the thoughts of the army and encouraged the soldiers to kill the enemy with blood, so each Marching Registrar
In fact, he was already qualified for this task. Li Kuan's existence was more like a supervisory army and think tank sent by the imperial court, responsible for making suggestions to the general or checking for deficiencies.
When it comes to matters that really involve ideological education, it is impossible for the court or the military to put a newcomer in charge. Take a look at the army chiefs below. Which one of them does not have a strong mind? Once the war requires them, they will rush forward without hesitation.
Being at the front?
Li Kuan knew what his mission was from the beginning, so he didn't have much confidence. Chen Zhishen was probably a solid warrior. This kind of warrior was arbitrary and authoritative, and he would treat people like him who were nagging in his ears.
He is the most impatient, so if you follow him, you will most likely be ostracized.
However, Li Kuan could only encourage himself to endure it in order for the Li family in Liaodong to still maintain a place in the army. After all, since the older generation of the Li family in Liaodong, such as General Li Yan, gradually disbanded and returned to their fields, they had almost no ability in the army.
He is now a disciple of his own. This time he came to take the exam and shouldered the important task of revitalizing the Li family in Liaodong.
Looking at it now, Chen Zhishen is not as domineering and arrogant as imagined, and it is obviously a great good thing for him.
Chen Zhishen looked at the battle report compiled by Li Kuan on the table, with a look of approval on his face: "I have heard for a long time that Brother Li does things cleanly and neatly, and today I saw that he is indeed well-deserved. If a house is in order, why worry about the world not being in order? Someone also heard that Brother Li is very clean and neat.
Brother, you just gave birth to a baby? Congratulations."
Li Kuan nodded hurriedly: "Yes, thank you for your concern, general. The general is just calling me an official, and I cannot afford to be called 'brother Li'."
Sure enough... Chen Zhishen is not that easy to deal with. This is clearly telling Li Kuan that I don't know your details and it is best for everyone to be honest with each other.
"Do you have a name?" Chen Zhishen said with a smile, "If you haven't given a name yet, I can ask someone to invite famous people in Shilin. As long as the chief bookkeeper appreciates it, I can sell me some noodles."
"My father has given me the name 'Mi', and I hope that this child will be as dense as a forest and a careful person, and become a pillar." Li Kuan said hurriedly, "Thank you so much, General."
Chen Zhishen was obviously trying to sell a favor to Li Kuan, but it was a pity that Li Kuan couldn't change his son's name.
"Li Mi?" Chen Zhishen tasted it deeply, "It's a good name!"
I hope that this child can grow up to be a pillar of the Han Dynasty like his fathers.
After a pause, he reached out and picked up the battle report on the table: "I'm sorry, I'll talk about it later. The enemy troops on the north bank have deployed their defenses. Have you read it?"