Han Shizu

Chapter 298

For Liu Chengyou, the exchange with Chen Tuan was quite tiring, although the scene looked relaxed and harmonious.Regarding Chen Tuan's old Taoism, according to Liu Chengyou's original plan, he wanted to keep him in the court as an official, as an enshrinement, or even directly as a national teacher, so as to achieve the purpose of respecting and revitalizing the religion.

But after some communication, listening to his words and watching his behavior, Liu Chengyou almost found out that this old man was really indifferent to fame and fortune, so he gave up his thoughts.I'm just a little disappointed. It is said that I am 60 years old, and I have participated in scientific examinations. I just failed, and then I completely indulged in mountains and rivers, and went to practice Taoism and scriptures.

However, generous treatment is still unavoidable, and Liu Chengyou intends to add fuel to the flames and create a wave of "sleeping fairy" among the people.

"Official family, the concubine Wang Pu and the Yong'an Army Jiedu Envoy Zhe Cong Ruan are waiting outside the hall for an audience."

"Xuan!"

Liu Chengyou's interest in receiving Zhe Congruan was much higher than that of the old Taoist. After all, he was a man of integrity and held military power in his hands, but he had a dignified manner and was much more serious.

"As early as in Jinyang, I heard the name of Mr. Zhe. You can see Mr. Yan when you see the sun, and you really deserve your reputation!" After seeing the ceremony, Liu Chengyou praised Zhe Congruan's gentle demeanor while looking at him.

"Your Majesty's appearance in heaven and man, I also respect you." The veteran gave Liu Chengyou a lot of face.

"Has Zheqing rested well and satisfied in the posthouse? Is there anything wrong with the hospitality of the servants?" Liu Chengyou casually greeted him as he was seated and ordered to be served tea.

Zhe Cong Ruan Ying said: "Everything is fine!"

"I heard that Zheqing doesn't own Beppu in Tokyo yet!" Liu Chengyou asked with certainty.

Zhe Congruan responded subconsciously: "Yes!"

Immediately afterwards, Liu Chengyou ordered Zhang Dejun who was waiting by the side: "Go, tell the uncle of the country (Li Ye), let him find a mansion in the inner city, and give Zheqing a place to stay!"

"Yes!" The waiter simply responded and went directly.

Facing this sudden reward, although Zhe Congruan was surprised, he quickly reacted and hurriedly said: "Thank you, Your Majesty."

There is nothing to excuse, the left and right are rewarded by the emperor, besides, he has the intention to buy a mansion, so it can save him a lot of money.However, in just a few short exchanges, Zhe Congruan intuitively felt the strong style of the emperor's work.

"Since the former Tang Dynasty, Zheqing has been in Fuzhou for more than [-] years. Shi Jingtang claimed the land from Khitan, and sent us Saibei Prefecture, which fell to the hands of Hu Kou. Fuzhou is hanging on the frontier, facing the Khitan threat directly, so as to protect the country. It’s all thanks to you.” Liu Chengyou’s tone of voice was full of emotion, and he raised his cup and served tea: “I feel the same for the hardships and hardships during the period, so I use tea instead of wine to respect you!”

Liu Chengyou directly affirmed his contribution in Fuzhou, and Zhe Congruan didn't pretend to be hypocritical, so he raised his glass in response.

After taking a sip of the imperial tea in the palace, Zhe Congruan didn't want to taste the special taste of it, and said emotionally: "If you want to protect the prefecture and the state, it's not a matter of one minister, but there are thousands of soldiers and civilians who work together to achieve the goal. Wei Xiangzi!"

"A snake can't do without a head, and a soldier can't stay still without a general. If there is no Zheqing, the land of the mansion and Lin will be lost long ago!"

After once again emphasizing the importance of Zhe Congruan in guarding the frontiers of Fuzhou, Liu Chengyou asked about the military and state affairs of Fuzhou: "I don't know how many people and soldiers are under the Yong'an Army now?"

Glancing at Liu Chengyou for a while, he seemed a little hesitant, but after thinking about it, Cong Ruan Fang said: "The land in the prefecture is barren and the people are poor, and they live in a humble place. They have been repeatedly invaded by the Khitan. I have worked hard to support and manage the people, but the number of people is only [-]." There are more than [-] households with a population of nearly [-]. The Yong'an Army has under its jurisdiction the dental soldiers, town guards, and township soldiers, with a total of more than [-] soldiers. It can be said that the whole people are soldiers, including [-] horse troops."

Hearing what he said, this population, this number of troops, compared with more than 20 years of operation, is really too shabby.Liu Chengyou didn't believe it subconsciously, but considering the years of war and the environment of the prefecture, and comparing the population of the prefectures and counties he knew, he felt reliable.

"It's really not easy for Zheqing!" She sighed.

Thinking about it, it seems that it is not easy for a poor and humble place like Fuzhou to guard its land and raise 80,000 people.It is estimated that a large part of them went for Zhe Congruan's prestige.

Feeling his frankness, Liu Chengyou liked him even more.Because of the same question, he also asked Zhu Jiedu, who came to Beijing first, before.As a result, except for Li Yin, the Jiedu of Beizhou, and Wang Jing, the Jiedu of Cangzhou, the rest of the people were basically unable to answer.Either they don't know the people, or they don't know the politics, and some don't even know how many soldiers there are.

For example, Liu Chengyou's former minister, Zhang Yanwei, who helped a lot in the process of Qianlong's command of the army, Chengde's Jiedu envoy, can be said to be ignorant, not completely ignorant, but it is difficult for him to tell an exact number.

However, Zhang Yanwei guarded Hengzhou for a year and a half, but he was able to keep the territory safe and secure, and he did not lose much. He also dealt with the Khitan invaders in the past.It's just because this person has self-knowledge, and he has Li Zhu, who was promoted by Liu Chengyou to be a Jiedu judge, and other generals to help him.Li Zhu, that's the talent of the prime minister, and he gave full play to his talent in Jizhong.

"Zheqing is in Fuzhou, facing Khitan directly, how is the frontier defense now?" Liu Chengyou asked again.

In this regard, Zhe Congruan had no need to hide anything, and he narrated to Liu Chengyou very openly: "The reason why I can protect the prefecture is that apart from the unity of the army and the people under the rule, it also depends on the danger of the Yellow River and the Great Wall. In these years, it can be counted as diligently resting on the walls and sculls, and building a stronghold, non-Khitans can easily fall."

Seeing Zhe Congruan's self-confidence, Liu Chengyou stroked his palm and said, "Zheqing's words are so passionate, I can feel at ease for the soldiers and people of Fuzhou."

"Is there any change in the Khitan people in Fubei?" Liu Chengyou asked again.

"A few years ago the Khitan people were arrogant and uncontrollable. Whenever autumn was high, they would go south to plunder. But since last year, they have restrained themselves a lot. The ministers have also sent secret agents to explore the land of Yunshuo, and their troops have shrunk. In my opinion, this is the result of the Khitan people's severe setbacks in our Central Plains, especially after the First Battle of Luancheng was created by Your Majesty, the national strength has declined, and the high mountains and high land in Bingzhou are dangerous, which is not conducive to Khitan cavalry operations, so this is the current situation. "Zhe Congruan said what he thought in his mind, and brought up the old matter again, and complimented Liu Chengyou.

Liu Chengyou thought about it seriously, and felt that what he said made sense, so he kept nodding.

Immediately he looked at him brightly: "Yanyun Zhuzhou, Shi Jingtang gifted Khitan, the ancestral land, how can we abandon it lightly, I will take it again in the future, Zheqing is willing to help me?"

Hearing this, Zhe Congruan couldn't help frowning, Shi Chonggui also said such a big talk, and he was also ordered to attack Shuozhou in the north.

The hesitation in his heart did not affect his appearance, and Cong Ruan said solemnly: "I have fought with the Khitan for a lifetime, and the enmity is as deep as the sea. If your majesty wants to go north, I will lead the army and people of the prefecture to support the grand event. "

Liu Chengyou smiled and waved his hands: "However, Lao Zheqing has to wait for a few more years."

From Liu Chengyou's face, Zhecong Ruan clearly saw a bit of scheming, but because of this, his evaluation of the emperor was even higher.

"It's also in Hetao, and Fu and Lin are adjacent to the Dingnan Army. I don't know what Zheqing thinks about the Dingnan Army?" Liu Chengyou turned his mind to the Xiasui area.

Hearing this question, Zhe Congruan's expression became serious, without the slightest hesitation, he said to Liu Chengyou very solemnly: "Please be vigilant, Your Majesty."

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Zhe Congruan chatted about the side affairs for half an hour, Liu Chengyou was naturally full of energy, and his thoughts were still lingering, if he hadn't seen the old general exhausted, he would not have let him go.

But Zhecong Ruan Gao left the palace, feeling a lot of emotion, seeing is better than seeing a hundred times, after communicating with Liu Chengyou, he was even more impressed with this young emperor.

Wisdom, wisdom, courage, strength, ambition, strategy, vision
In short, don't be insulted.

As a result, he has strengthened his attitude, and he has more confidence in the great Han court.Just because of today's meeting, this trip to Beijing is not in vain.In fact, only after personally contacting a Jiedu like him, can the heart really settle down.

(End of this chapter)