Chapter 35: Li Gu in the front, Luo Youdu in the back
In the council hall, Wang Pu, Fan Zhi, and Li Guzheng were talking about Luo Youdu, and then they heard Luo Youdu's request for an audience.
Wang Pu couldn't help but joke: "Speak of Luo Youdu, and Luo Youdu is here. If we don't let out some blood this time, I'm afraid he won't be able to satisfy his appetite."
Li Gu tapped his fingers on the case and said with a smile: "It's not just bloodletting, it's just cutting the flesh, so what? Let him in!"
Luo Youdu walked into the conference hall and saw three people sitting at the head of the lobby. He greeted them one by one: "I have met Prime Minister Wang, Prime Minister Li, and Prime Minister Fan."
Wang Pu, Fan Zhiluo Youdu had met each other, but Li Gu did not know them.
When he came to prominence, the Yellow River burst its banks. Li Gu was ordered by Guo Rong to go to the front line to lead migrant workers from more than ten states to fight against the dam and organize disaster relief. After the expedition, he returned to Kaifeng.
There were only five prime ministers in the Guo Rongxian De Dynasty.
The most famous among them, Feng Dao, died of illness shortly after the Battle of Gaoping. The remaining four were Wang Pu, Fan Zhi, Li Gu, and Li Chongjin.
Originally, Wei Renpu could fill Feng Dao's position, but he was not a Jinshi, so he was influenced to a certain extent and was not among the prime ministers for the time being.
Li Chongjin became the prime minister based on his military merits and did not participate in administration.
The only person who could be equal to Wang Pu and Fan Zhi was Li Gu.
Even though we have never met, it does not prevent Luo Youdu from saying hello.
Li Gu stood up from his seat and came closer, sizing up the man in front of him who had done great things at a young age and was famous in Beijing.
"I have been listening to Wen Su and Qi Wu talking about my young and promising friend, and today I finally got to see him, and he is really awesome!"
His voice is as loud as a bell, and even though he is over fifty years old, he looks as if he is in the prime of life and does not look old at all.
A trace of surprise flashed before Luo Youdu's eyes. He slightly raised his head to look at the prime minister and secretly shouted: "Good guy."
He himself is about 1.8 meters tall, which is considered tall in this era. But the Great Zhou Auxiliary in front of him is at least 1.95 meters tall, and may even run two meters. He is almost a head taller than him, and his body shape is also
He is very strong, not like a scholar at all, but more like a military commander.
In fact, he felt that he was not bad. Li Gu had been a knight when he was young. He was very brave and good at riding and shooting. However, because he felt that his personal bravery could not serve the country, he gave up writing and practicing martial arts, and then became a Jinshi in high school. With his outstanding courage and intelligence, he had experienced
After serving in the Tang, Later Jin, Later Han, and Great Zhou Dynasties, he gradually took the position of assistant prime minister, which can be said to be both civil and military.
Luo Youdu praised him and said: "Thank you for your compliments. When you were young, you heard that your husband was good at both civil and military affairs. From now on, you will be subordinate to your husband and look forward to his guidance."
Li Gu said enthusiastically: "You and I will have a lot of chances to get along in the future, so there is no need to be so polite." He said and returned to his seat.
Luo Youdu was puzzled for a moment and a little surprised.
Wang Pu said straight to the point: "What do you think about the establishment of the Imperial Camp Division?"
Luo Youdu said: "First of all, it is the source of troops. My subordinates do not plan to recruit troops through conventional means, but from the private sector. The initial plan is to focus on porters on the dock, supplemented by hunters who are good at bows and arrows. Recruiting them requires the support of the Ministry of Household Affairs
, people like them are precarious, and what they need is a stable family. A settled household registration is a guarantee. As long as this is satisfied for them, it will not be a problem even if the imperial camp staff is filled up. "
"However, the troops are better than numerous. There are no experienced officers on hand. It is difficult to control too many new recruits with no experience. The number is initially set at 500."
Wang Pu, Fan Zhi, and Li Gu looked at each other with admiration in their eyes. Unexpectedly, the most troublesome problem was solved just like this.
"The Royal Camp Division has no roots and foundation, and needs the weapons supervisor to obtain equipment and equipment. I estimated that 500 sets of leather armor, 600 sets of weapons, spears, and swords are considered one set, and 300 sets of bows and crossbows. In the end,
Fortunately, they are all brand new. Do we have to give us some war horses as well? It’s not a matter of choice. We need as many as we have, and..."
See Luo Youdu and continue to talk.
"Stop, stop, stop..."
Fan Zhi couldn't stand it anymore.
Among the six departments, Wang Pu is mainly responsible for the Ministry of Personnel and the Ministry of Household Affairs, Li Gu is responsible for the Ministry of War, the Ministry of Rites, and Fan Zhi is responsible for the Ministry of Work and the Ministry of Punishment.
The Ordnance Supervision is under the Ministry of Industry, which happens to be the responsibility of Fan Zhi.
"I know you didn't have any good intentions when you came today. Do you really think that the treasury is your own home?"
Fan Zhi put his hand on his forehead and said: "I want everything, but I don't like the old ones and want brand new ones. None of the officials and front-line soldiers are treated like this... I want war horses. Do you know how scarce war horses are?"
With a smile on his face, Luo Youdu bowed and said: "Xianggong Fan, how can this be the same? The six departments are under the Council of Government, and the Imperial Camp Division is also under the Council of Government. They are of the same origin. The Division of the Palace Front and the Division of Guards and Military Affairs are not included in this. It is like having a son follow you.
Son, you have to be treated differently, right? I won’t say anything about being wronged by them. You can’t be wronged at home too! You can’t get through this day!”
Li Gu slapped the case and laughed: "My little friend is right. Wen Su, I think you agree. My little friend, you have seized a lot of things during this expedition, and your Ministry of Industry has benefited a lot. Use those that can be repaired and refurbished."
Leave it to the other side, and give the newly built one to my friend. Five hundred people, the quantity can’t match it, and in the end, it won’t even match the quality.”
Fan Zhi huffed and said nothing, acquiescing.
Wang Pu said with a bright smile: "I will take care of the household registration issue here. I will discuss it in detail with the Minister of Household Affairs later. If you have any needs, you can tell him directly and the process will be simple."
Luo Youdu bowed and said, "Thank you, my three gentlemen, for your support."
Fan Zhiqing said with a smile on his face: "Let's start with the ugly words. The three of us have given you such great support, but you have to see the results. Otherwise..." He snorted twice.
Luo Youdu thought to himself: "You have a black face and a red face, I will accept it."
"I will never let down the expectations of my three husbands."
Luo Youdu bowed again: "Then I will take my leave!"
Wang Pu nodded and said: "Go!"
Seeing Luo Youdu retreating and leaving, Fan Zhi suddenly smiled and said, "This kid can talk, but he can leave the funeral arrangements in his care."
The metaphor of a biological son, a godson, and one's own family was something that came to his mind.
As the prime minister of the current dynasty, it feels really uncomfortable to be unable to mobilize even a single soldier.
Now that we have the Imperial Guard, we have to take good care of him.
Li Gu said: "It's up to him to decide what to do next, and now it's up to me. After all, I've lived half a lifetime longer. I can't let the younger generation compare with me this time."
He has received the official news today.
Guo Rong decided to send troops to the Southern Tang Dynasty at the end of November to prepare for the expedition in person.
However, he did not come directly in person. He was first appointed as the commander-in-chief, and Wang Yanchao, the Zhongwu Jiedu envoy, served as his deputy general, and coordinated with the twelve generals to lead the southern expedition to open up the situation.
In this southern expedition, the troops and materials dispatched by the Zhou Dynasty even exceeded the previous duel with the Northern Han Dynasty, which shows that they attach great importance to it.
In this crucial battle, Guo Rong took Li Gu as commander, which shows his determination and attitude in suppressing the arrogant and powerful generals of this era.
Seeing the grand occasion before him, Wang Pu smiled happily.
He had gone through hardships, and his current situation two years ago was like a dream.
There is Li Gu in the front and Luo Youdu in the back.
The restoration of both civil and military development in the Tang Dynasty is just around the corner.