Capital, Imperial Palace.

In the main hall of the Qianqing Palace, the emperor was discussing with Yang Chenghua, Wu Jingyi and others about the recent battle between the Guangdong navy and the Japanese pirates. At this moment, Xiao Yeyang's book was delivered.

The emperor read the document in front of the courtiers. When he learned that Xiao Yeyang had taken back Danhe, he stood up happily and said "good" three times.

When Yang Chenghua, Wu Jingyi and others saw it, they wondered what had happened to make the emperor so happy.

Seeing the curious faces of Yang Chenghua and others, the emperor sat back on the dragon throne and said with a smile: "Yeyang took back Danhe from the hands of the Xiliao people."

Hearing this, several loyal officials in the court were shocked.

Wu Jingyi was the first to react, and he quickly complimented: "Your Majesty, your Majesty, sent Xiao Shizi, a talented general who can lead troops in war, to Xiliang. In less than a year, the people of Xiliao conquered the Danhe River. It’s so gratifying to be back.”

Yang Chenghua and others echoed one after another, some saying that the emperor is wise, and some saying that the emperor has a wise eye for pearls.

Although the emperor knew that these old foxes were flattering, he was indeed very happy.

Yeyang took the blame for him and was demoted to Xiliang. He has always felt a little guilty in his heart. Now that he is fine, he has made a great contribution by taking back Danhe, and he can justifiably compensate him.

"Ye Yang said in the book that in the coming year he will build the largest military horse farm in Great Xia in Ganzhou to provide horses for the imperial court."

Yang Chenghua immediately said: "Your Majesty, this is a great kindness of Prince Xiao. Every year, the court spends huge sums of money to buy good horses from the barbarians in the north. If Prince Xiao can really build our own military horse farm in Daxia, then we will spend this money You can save money, which is a good thing that benefits the country and the people."

The emperor nodded: "I think so too. You all tell me, this time Yeyang has taken back Danhe and built an army racecourse. How should I reward him?"

Wu Jingyi glanced at Yang Chenghua, stepped forward with a smile and said: "Your Majesty, Prince Xiao used to be a commander of the Third Rank Jinling Guard. Now he has made meritorious service and deserves to be promoted and rewarded. It just so happens that the post of Commander of the Ganzhou Guard has been vacant. , it is better to promote Prince Xiao to the rank of commander."

The emperor said 'hmm' and then said: "Ye Yang's excerpt also mentioned that the Xiliang border army passively defended, so that the Xiliang people were so bold that they dared to cross the border and massacre the city. What do you think of this?"

Hearing this, Yang Chenghua and others' faces became solemn.

They knew that life in Xiliang was difficult, but they didn't expect that it would be so serious that they massacred the city.

The emperor asked An Gonggong to bring a map, pointed at Ganzhou Guard and said: "Ye Yang went to Ganzhou Guard and built three important military towns on the defense line bordering Ganzhou Guard and Xiliang."

Wu Jingyi looked at the map and nodded: "This method is good. With three important military towns, it reduces the patrol pressure of the border troops. It can also effectively snipe the Xiliao people crossing the border. If there is a war, we can support each other in time. ”

"Your Majesty, according to my opinion, other guard posts bordering Xiliang can do this."

Yang Chenghua agreed, but said: "It is good to build a military town, but... the cost of building a town should be very high. Also, when a military town is established, the number of garrisoned soldiers may increase, and the military salary

It will definitely increase the burden on the court."

The emperor pondered for a moment: "Yeyang's wife brought a kind of grain called corn from the south. I heard that it is suitable for planting in Xiliang. The yield is not bad. As long as it is promoted, the border army can be self-sufficient.

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Hearing this, Yang Chenghua and others' expressions changed.

Princess Xiao is really... quite a prosperous husband!

If we really want to solve the food and clothing problem of the people in Xiliang, Xiao Yeyang will definitely be able to gain a foothold in Xiliang, even if he is squeezed out by local officials and noble families.

I thought that when Xiao Yeyang went to Xiliang, not only was it difficult to move forward, but he was still struggling to move forward. Unexpectedly, he made great achievements in less than a year.

The emperor continued: "Border defense must not be neglected. I think the idea of ​​establishing a military stronghold is feasible."

Yang Chenghua and others knew that the emperor had an idea in mind, so they said no more objections: "The emperor is wise."

In the morning of the next day, the emperor took Xiao Yeyang back to Danhe and talked about the pre-construction of the Daxia Army Horse Farm. Then he announced that Xiao Yeyang was promoted to the commander of the Ganzhou Guard.

The eunuch who delivered the order rode out of the capital on the same day. At the same time, in addition to the imperial edict, there was also a military order for Xiao Yeyang to prepare for the establishment of a major military town.

After the court came down, all the officials congratulated Prince Ping one after another. Even Yan Zhigao was surrounded by many officials to congratulate him.

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Fangfu.

After finding a job in Guanglu Temple and returning home from Fangshuo, he did not go to see Jie Yuhua for the first time, but went directly to Yan Yile's yard.

Seeing Fang Shuo coming over, Yan Yile was surprised for a moment, then stood up and greeted: "Why did your husband come to my place?"

There was a trace of uneasiness on Fang Shuo's face, but he quickly walked over calmly, took Yan Yile's hand, sat down together, and said with a smile: "I was really busy the past few days, so I didn't come to see you.

You, why, are you angry?"

Yan Yile snorted: "Yes, you are too busy, busy with your Jieyuhua every day."

Hearing this, Fang Shuo felt a little annoyed.

If a wife from another family saw her husband taking the initiative to ease the relationship, she would immediately use the ladder to go down. Yan Yile is good, but she doesn't have the right to lift which pot. She really has no sense at all.

Fang Shuo took a deep breath. Thinking of Xiao Yeyang, who was demoted to Xiliang and was promoted to the third-level commander in just one year. Considering that he might rely on the Yan family in the future, he could only smile and cheer up Yan Yile.<

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Fang Shuo was also able to lie low and coax Yan Yile into smiling.

For the next few days, Fang Shuo stayed at Yan Yile's place to rest.

The day before Xiu Mu arrived, Fang Shuo mentioned Xiao Yeyang's matter: "My eldest brother-in-law has been promoted, so we should go to the Yan family to congratulate our uncle and aunt."

"Besides, we haven't gotten together with my second brother and my second sister-in-law for a long time. I'll take a break tomorrow. If I just have time, I'll accompany you back to Yan's house."

The smile on Yan Yile's face suddenly stopped, and she raised her eyes to look at Fang Shuo, who was looking at her with a smile.

She hasn't seen such a gentle smile for a long time.

Just looking at such a smile, she suddenly felt a little cold.

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After retaking Danhe, Xiao Yeyang waited until the city wall was initially built before returning to Ganzhou City.

At this time, it has entered December.

It just so happened that the day after Xiao Yeyang returned to the city, the eunuch who delivered the order arrived.

Guard Command Department.

Under the watchful eyes of all the officials of the guard station, Xiao Yeyang accepted the imperial edict to be promoted to commander.

On the day he received the order, Xiao Yeyang sent a message to all the officials of the Thousand Household and Hundred Household Offices under the jurisdiction of the Guard, asking them to report to Ganzhou City in three days.

Xia Jianren curled his lips: "These are the three things a new official needs to do when he takes office!"

Fan Tong retorted: "Why is there a new official? Didn't Mr. Xiao take over the Ganzhou Guard as soon as he arrived?"

Xia Jianren snorted: "Before, everyone was concerned about his identity as the prince's son and did not care about him. Now that the emperor has issued an imperial edict, he can justifiably take over the Ganzhou Guard."

Fan Tong shook his head: "Okay, I think Mr. Xiao is good. He has brought us high-yield grains and taken back the Danhe River. I am convinced that he is the commander. Don't make such sarcastic remarks."

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Watching Fan Tong leave, Xia Jianren frowned, wondering if Mr. Wei knew about this? Forget it, it would be better to write a letter to Mr. Wei to explain.

Three days passed in the blink of an eye.
Chapter completed!