Wei Wuhou

Chapter 738 Talking to the Old Man
After the imperial court, the ministers were still amazed by the talent, and the monarch's two appointments today were indeed a bit unexpected.

That's all for Xu Anhong, Chen Wanyun, who came from a noble family and was stepped down by the monarch, has now returned to his original post.

Everyone couldn't guess what the monarch was thinking, there were so many generals in the Great Wei Kingdom, some of them were qualified to be the commander of the Lingbei Camp!
Among the civil servants, only a few high-ranking people seemed to have some guesses about the truth... Whether the monarch appointed Xu Anhong and Chen Wanyun at the same time today meant to show that there were no family members who knew each other.

These speculations may be close to the truth, but the only one who knows about it is Wei Wuji himself, and only he knows what he thinks.

When Xu Anhong was transferred back to Wu'an, Wei Wuji really wanted to take over his military power, and also wanted to train his own team...

Letting him serve as the general of the Wu'an camp would be regarded as giving him an honorary position, and it would also facilitate Xu Anhong's collection of grain and grass, supervision of ordnance manufacturing, and so on.

As for Chen Wanyun's re-appointment as the head of the Lingbei Camp, of course Wei Wuji had considered it carefully!
The current leader of the Lingbei camp, Gao Chengde, is already in poor health. If he continues to stay in the bitter cold places like Yanshan, Gao Chengde will lose his life there, so it is imperative to change the Lingbei camp.

Chen Wanyun is familiar with the military, especially the military affairs of Yanshan, so entanglement with the Huns who are currently in a weak stage should not be a problem.

You know, if Wei Wuji hadn't made a move at the beginning, Chen Wanyun might have been able to stop the invasion of the Huns. Wei Wuji still recognized Chen Wanyun's ability.

Therefore, after going to court, Wei Wuji passed on that these two veterans would meet at Yongming Hall, and he wanted to have a chat with them.

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In the Palace of Eternal Brightness, after Wei Wuji ascended his seat, Yu Zhongcai said slowly, "Your Majesty, the two generals are already waiting outside the palace!"

Wei Wuji nodded, and then said: "Xuan!"

After Yu Zhong fulfilled his promise, he shouted to the entrance of the main hall: "Xuan...Xu Anhong, Chen Wanyun sees you!"

After Yu Zhong's voice fell, an eunuch outside continued to repeat Yu Zhong's words, and there was an echo between the two.

After a while, two figures appeared at the entrance of the main hall, Xu Anhong and Gao Chengde bowed their waists and walked slowly into the hall.

"Minister Xu Anhong (Chen Wanyun), pay homage to Your Majesty..."

Wei Wuji said, "Excuse me!"

"Thank you sir!"

After standing up slowly, Xu Anhong and Chen Wanyun didn't speak, but just looked at Wei Wuji on the throne.

At this time, Wei Wuji said: "The two generals are the pillars of the country, Yu Zhong... give the two generals a seat!"

Immediately, Yu Zhong commanded the eunuchs in the palace to bring two cushions, and put them behind Xu Anhong and the others.

Then Wei Wuji smiled and said, "Two generals, sit down!"

With a little panic, Xu Anhong and the two thanked Wei Wuji before slowly sitting down.

Immediately, Wei Wuji said: "For the past four years, the widow has restrained her edge... Now it's time to use troops!"

As soon as the monarch said these things, Xu Anhong knew that it was time for Wei Guo to make a big move, but unfortunately, he had no chance to lead the army outside.

Seeing that the faces of the two remained unchanged, Wei Wuji continued: "The war is about to start, and the most important thing is the preparation of food, grass and armaments. I need a capable veteran to handle this matter with full authority!"

"Xu Zhuguo, that's why I transferred you back!" Wei Wuji looked at Xu Anhong and said.

Xu Anhong knew what he should say at this time, so he listened to him: "Only the emperor orders, the subject will go!"

Wei Wuji nodded, no matter whether Xu Anhong is emotional or not, as long as he expresses his position now, it is enough.

But he still said more: "Gaozhu Kingdom has been exhausted in Yanshan, and I can't bear to lose another pillar of the country... This is also the reason for you to come back!"

Originally, Wei State had three pillar states, but Wu Mingyan committed the crime of treason and was beheaded three years ago... So, apart from Gao Chengde, the only one who is still in good health is Xu Anhong, a general of the pillar state.

Seeing Wei Wuji's solemn words, Xu Anhong couldn't help being a little moved, and only heard him say: "Thank you for your concern, the old minister is still in good health, and he can share your worries!"

"Okay..." Wei Wuji praised, and then continued: "The widow entrusts the general with all the important tasks of food, grass and military preparations!"

Xu Anhong knew that although the monarch's words were somewhat false, they were also somewhat true...

In any case, the errand given to him by the monarch is indeed important, and Xu Anhong can't say anything else, so he replied: "The minister will definitely live up to the trust of the emperor!"

Wei Wuji nodded, the purpose of summoning these two privately this time was to reassure them, and now Xu Anhong was temporarily reassuring them.

Afterwards, Wei Wuji looked at Chen Wanyun again and said: "General Chen, I am different from going south to use troops...the northern border needs to be stable, can you do it?"

Wei Wuji didn't say anything more to Chen Wanyun, but asked these words directly!

Facing this question, Chen Wanyun couldn't help but hesitate a bit. If he had done his part at the beginning, he would definitely not have accepted the question, but now he has scruples!

Wei Wuji could understand Chen Wanyun's thoughts, and he also knew that it didn't mean that Chen Wanyun would lose his courage and be incapable of being a general.

In many cases, being the commander-in-chief of the armed forces does not require courage, what is more needed is calmness and introversion.

Originally, Chen Wanyun was a calm person. When he was in charge of the Lingbei Camp, he was on the defensive. Five or six years before Wei Wuji went north, he never let the Xiongnu break through.

So it is very reassuring to use Chen Wanyun and Wei Wuji, not to mention that the Huns have been beaten to the ground, and they are no longer a big threat to Wei.

Chen Wanyun could also think of these things, so after "deliberate consideration", he slowly said: "I... can do it!"

Wei Wuji nodded, since Chen Wanyun agreed to this matter, then he doesn't have to think about it anymore!
Looking at Chen Wanyun, who was much older than before, Wei Wuji actually felt a little ashamed in his heart. After all, he used despicable means to drive him out of the position of the leader of the Lingbei Camp.

Moreover, this time Wei Wuji reactivated Chen Wanyun, which also meant to use him at a deep level.

First of all, it was for the aristocratic family to see. I can even tolerate Chen Wanyun, but can I tolerate them?Do your best!

In addition, Wei Wuji needed Chen Wanyun to balance the strength of the Lingbei camp. Chen Wanyun and Yuan Ming and Du Yu would definitely not be able to get close, and he needed Wei Wuji's support if he wanted to take power!
In this way, Lingbei Daying is not monolithic, and it is impossible to develop into a monolith in the future, which is more conducive to Wei Wuji's rule.

At this time, Xu Anhong asked, "Your Majesty, I have something unclear and I want to ask for advice!"

At this moment, Wei Wuji was in a good mood, and said, "Pillar Kingdom please general!"

Xu Anhong said casually: "Your Majesty said that he wants to go south to use troops. I wonder if Your Majesty will win the war against Qin, or send troops directly to Wang Ji?"

Wei Guo wanted to go south to fight, and Xu Anhong couldn't say he supported or opposed it. Wars are commonplace in this era, but he wanted to know how the monarch planned to fight.

In fact, Wei Wuji had already planned this matter, so he listened to him and said: "During the Zhaohou and Chenghou periods, my great Wei went south as you said just now...but in the end it all came back without success!"

"In the eyes of the widow, this is too big a plan, so it's in vain..."

Listening to Wei Wuji's analysis of these, the two veterans roughly understood that the monarch was going to change his mind, so they continued to listen...

If what the monarch says is feasible, they will naturally agree with it, otherwise they can ask questions at the right time to avoid big mistakes!
Staring at the two veterans in front of him, Wei Wuji said solemnly: "So, I have decided... This time, I will start from the small and not plan for big things!"

(End of this chapter)