Chapter 348 Entering Beijing
A battle shocked the world!
News of the battle between the Wanling County army and the Yongzhou army in Lingnan quickly spread throughout the Jin Dynasty.
His Royal Highness Tang Hao, who was in his forties, was still handsome and noble during his tenure as the prince in the East Palace.
Since forcing the palace, the prince has handled the government affairs every day, diligent and responsible, and dared not relax at all. However, the pressure inside and outside the court is too great. In just a few months, the image of the person in front of him has nothing to do with handsomeness.
The prince’s prince Tang Hao’s face in front of him was yellow, wrinkles were covered with around the corners of his eyes, and there were already some white hair on his temples on both sides, which made people feel very tired and old.
"The Yongzhou Army was defeated? How is this possible?"
When the Crown Prince Tang Hao saw the information sent by the Qingyiwei, he was a little unbelievable and glanced at Zhang Ze, who was kneeling on the ground with his bloodshot eyes.
Zhang Ze smiled and said, "Your Highness, this is the information sent by the Qingyiwei of Lingnan Prefecture. I dare not neglect after receiving it, so I quickly sent it."
"I think this is true. The Qingyiwei of Lingnan Prefecture does not have the courage to deceive the court."
"I believe that in a few days, the memorials from Lingnan Prefecture will be delivered to the capital, and the truth will be revealed by then."
After hearing Zhang Ze's explanation, the prince Tang Hao calmed down a little. Over the years, he had called the emperor and his ministers too much, and Zhang Ze's loyalty and character finally made Prince Tang Hao trust him.
"Okay, no matter what, this is a great thing, and I hope to get the exact good news as soon as possible."
After the Crown Prince finished speaking, he asked Zhang Ze to retreat, but he was in a good mood and was extremely excited.
"Zhang Ze, let's be calm... Let's talk about Li Changxian, what kind of person is this?"
Zhang Ze stood up, took a few steps forward, and bowed and said, "Although I don't have many opportunities to deal with Li Changxian, I think Li Changxian is a rare talent."
"I went south to investigate the rebels and asked someone to set up a branch in Wanling County, where I met County Magistrate Li who was an official in Wanling County..."
Zhang Ze slowly began to tell His Royal Highness about what he saw and heard in Wanling County in detail.
He had mistakenly heard his subordinates' evaluation of Li Changxian, believing that Li Changxian was just a person who was a good person, but what happened later made him look at Li Changxian with admiration. Li Changxian had methods in the management of the county government and had financial ability.
Once His Highness, the Crown Prince, what he lacks is officials who have means to government affairs and economic capabilities, so he can't wait to recommend talents to His Highness.
If it were just these two aspects, he would only make His Highness the Crown Prince pay attention to this person, but he would not be able to take Li Changxian seriously.
However, Li Changxian led his troops to fight against the rebels, which made him discover that Li Changxian had military talents. Such people with both civil and military skills were definitely rare among the prince's subordinates. Therefore, when officials began to impeach Li Changxian, he vigorously persuaded His Highness the Prince to protect Li Changxian.
Facts have proved that Zhang Ze did the right thing. If His Royal Highness of the Crown Prince had not supported Li Changxian in the court, he might have suffered, and His Royal Highness of the Crown Prince would have lost a rare talent.
"Yes, I believed you and then said a few fair words in the court."
His Royal Highness the Crown Prince would not believe Zhang Ze's words. A small county magistrate in a remote area made him lose sight of it. However, he was in a bad mood at that time. Seeing the emperor re-ruling and the power of other princes increased, he developed a rebellious mentality.
If others support it, he will object, while if others oppose it, he will insist on supporting it, just to see how the actual effect is?
In addition, it is also because Li Changxian is a child of a noble family. Prince Tang Hao wonders if he can win the support of the noble family?
Purely, it is because of the intention to plant flowers but not blooming, and it is because of the willows that will make you look like a shade. Unexpectedly, Li Changxian's actions in Wanling County gave him some hope. Since he could not compete with several emperor brothers in the mainland in military terms, why could he not support his own army? So he had the idea of asking Zhang Ze to recruit Li Changxian in Wanling County for the second time.
Li Changxian did not disappoint his expectations. In less than two years, he could train an elite soldier to fight against the Yongzhou Army.
Regardless of whether the information is true or false, it can be said that Li Changxian can stand alone in the south in the military management of Wanling County.
"Zhang Ze, if I transfer Li Changxian into the capital, do you think this matter is done?"
Zhang Ze was also very cautious when he heard this and could not respond for a while.
If Li Changxian is transferred to the capital, who will control the army of Wanling County? Will Li Changxian easily give up his efforts in Wanling County over the years?
When the Crown Prince Tang Hao saw that Zhang Ze did not answer, he also knew that this question was too difficult for Zhang Ze to answer.
"Didn't you recommend Zang Chaoyuan to lead troops to Wanling County? I wonder if this Zang Chaoyuan is trustworthy? Is he capable of leading the army in Wanling County?"
When he heard His Highness the Crown Prince ask him about Zang Chaoyuan, even though he knew that Zang Chaoyuan had not arrived in Wanling County for a long time, he probably could not completely control the army in Wanling County, but at this time he could not say anything about Zang Chaoyuan.
"Your Highness, Zang Chaoyuan is loyal. Not only is he powerful, but he is also very good at leading troops. I believe he can lead the army of Wanling County well."
His Royal Highness Tang Hao immediately became happy, "Okay, since Zang Chaoyuan can lead the army of Wanling County, then Li Changxian can come to the capital."
"I hope your highness and the ministers in the court will discuss this matter before making a decision!"
Zhang Ze was shocked when he heard this. Is it appropriate for His Royal Highness to seize Li Changxian's military power directly? Will Li Changxian agree?
"I understand what you mean. I will not cut off people's rights for no reason. In order to compensate the Li family, I will recommend a child of the Li family to Wanling County to take over as the county magistrate."
Zhang Ze thought about it and could only do this. He transferred Li Changxian to the capital, promoted his post, and then let the children of the Li family continue to take over as the county magistrate of Wanling County. This would definitely satisfy Li Changxian and Li Changxian.
"Your Highness's arrangements are very appropriate, I think Li Changxian will be grateful."
His Royal Highness Tang Hao also thought that this arrangement was very good and he was very happy to lose.
"Do you think that the department should be arranged to transfer Li Changxian into the capital?"
Zhang Ze hurriedly knelt down and kowtowed and refused: "Your Highness, such a major event still needs to be discussed with the ministers in the court, and I dare not make any judgments."
His Royal Highness the Crown Prince was very disappointed when he saw Zhang Ze kneeling down again and did not dare to answer his questions.
"Zhang Ze, please be calm, I just want to hear your suggestions!"
Zhang Ze smiled wryly and said, "Your Highness, I don't have much time to deal with County Magistrate Li, so I dare not talk nonsense. However, Lord Mao and County Magistrate Li have known each other for many years in Lingnan. I believe he will be very clear about Li Changxian's future arrangements!"
"Oh, why did I forget Mao Zheng? Zhang Ze, please go to Mao's mansion and ask him to come to the palace as soon as possible."
Chapter completed!