Li Xian did not pay much attention to the impact of Li Xian's rapid suppression of the rebellion. He ordered his generals Liu Youqiu, Zhang Wei, Liu Fei and others to lead tens of thousands of cavalry to support Xue Rengui. He also ordered Zhang Deyu to capture the captured Khitan and millet grains.
After the grain and grass from all the tribes were delivered to Xue Rengui's army, he also wrote a letter to Xue Rengui, explaining some situations, and leaving enough manpower for Guo Yuanzhen, he led the remaining nearly 100,000 troops back to Luoyang.
In fact, Li Xian could have taken advantage of the situation and cooperated with Xue Rengui to take care of the newly enthroned Jin Zhengming before returning to Luoyang. However, on the one hand, Li Xian considered that the court was empty and it would not be good if he was absent for a long time, especially if Gao Zong was ill.
Seriously, there is no telling when he will pass away. As the son of man, he naturally has to fulfill his filial piety in front of the hospital bed. What's more, his younger brother Li Dan has also been urgently transferred back from the front line by Empress Wu. Of course, Li Dan's bedside is also included in this.
The intention is to fulfill filial piety, but naturally it also has other deep meanings.
As for Empress Wu's intentions, Li Xian was naturally very clear about it, so he had to return urgently. On the one hand, he wanted to stop others from talking, and on the other hand, he also wanted to stop Empress Wu's plot.
Because of Li Xian's impatience, and because the soldiers had a great victory and high morale, the march was very fast. In just half a month, the vanguard led by Li Xian arrived in Luoyang.
In order to win the sympathy of both the government and the public, Li Xian entered the city with a high profile this time. He had already sent someone to notify the court of his return to Luoyang in advance.
As a result, the queue to welcome Li Xian was naturally huge. Many people spontaneously beat gongs and drums to welcome their wise and mighty Crown Prince.
"Haha, this time His Highness the Crown Prince defeated the Khitan and Su Mo tribes, put down the rebellion in the north with thunderous power, demonstrated the majesty of the Tang Dynasty, and severely taught the arrogance of those who dared to be thieves. It is really very satisfying."
"Yes, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is so wise and powerful that one can't help but think of Emperor Taizong Wen. This is a blessing for our country, the Tang Dynasty. For so many years, we have endured a lot of aggression from the Khitan and other tribes in northern Xinjiang. Today, we can finally feel proud and proud, serving the people of our country, the Tang Dynasty.
I took this breath."
"Yes, what His Royal Highness the Crown Prince said when facing Li Jinmie is very correct. Why can the Khitans kill our Tang soldiers and common people, but we, the Tang people, cannot kill those Khitan prisoners? They Khitans are human beings, and we are great
Are the people of the Tang Dynasty not human beings? If the murderers of our soldiers and people of the Tang Dynasty are left unchecked, what use will our Tang Dynasty be, no matter how strong it is? Hehe, there are really very few people like His Highness the Crown Prince who protect our people of the Tang Dynasty.
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"Haha, this is also the wisdom of the Crown Prince of the Tang Dynasty. Since I have His Highness the Crown Prince, I believe that in the future, the people of the Tang Dynasty, especially businessmen like me, will never dare to do it even if they go overseas.
Being bullied, what a huge favor this is to us?"
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Countless people looked into the distance with an expression of reverence, and continued to praise Li Xian in various ways, praising Li Xian for his immortal contributions and his intention to protect the people. As for Li Xian's killing of Khitan prisoners,
But no one expressed opposition.
This is the public opinion of the people. The common people can truly feel who is good to them and who is not good to them. Those who are good to them will naturally support them wholeheartedly.
Just like Li Xian, even though he killed countless prisoners, it was out of his original intention to safeguard the dignity of the people and the Tang Dynasty, so he was understood by the people and no one questioned it at all.
After a while, I suddenly saw smoke and dust in front of me. Those who saw in front saw that in the smoke and dust, countless soldiers and horses came quickly. One of them was wearing silver armor, with a fiery red horse under his crotch. His face was full of heroism. It was exactly what they expected.
The long-awaited hero, the protagonist of this welcome ceremony, Crown Prince Li Xian!
"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has arrived." The sharp-eyed man immediately shouted loudly, without any concealment of the excitement on his face.
After hearing these words, everyone squeezed forward desperately, wanting to take a first look at the great hero of this empire, the figure of His Royal Highness, the most respected figure in their hearts.
"Thank you for your kindness, common people, come to greet me. I deserve it." Li Xian saluted everyone who came to greet him and said loudly.
"What are you talking about, His Highness the Prince? His Highness the Prince was ordered at a time of crisis. In just over four months, he annihilated more than 200,000 enemies. He completely wiped out the rebellion that had threatened our country's northern border for more than a year and avoided more
The people are caught in the flames of war. Such shocking achievements are enough to prove that His Highness the Crown Prince is the pillar of the country. We are the new generation of military god of the Tang Dynasty. His Highness the Crown Prince has made such great achievements. We are just here to welcome him, and we don’t have to go to the front line to fight. What’s more?
Is there no reward for hard work? As for the words of being ashamed, His Highness the Crown Prince does not need to be like this. If even His Highness the Crown Prince is ashamed, how many people in this world are not worthy of being ashamed?"
An old man with white hair and beard said loudly, his beard trembling, his eyes full of reverence.
Everyone else around him also agreed and praised the old man for what he said was very correct.
Li Xian solemnly said: "Although I have made a small contribution to this matter, if I say the credit for this battle, it should be those warriors who fought to the death for the country. After this battle, how many warriors were stained with blood on the battlefield?
I can no longer go back to my hometown to take a look. These people are the real heroes of our Tang Dynasty. Although we have won the war and gained peace in the world, we cannot forget those who sacrificed their lives and blood in exchange for our peace.
Heroes!"
When Li Xian said this, no one objected, and they all fell silent. The old man also said with tears on his face: "To be honest with you, Your Highness, in this battle, the old man and the youngest son were in the army.
During the siege of Li Jinzhong, he died trying to protect his comrades. Although Quanzi died, hearing His Highness the Prince's words, the little old man felt happy for the dead Quanzi. His Highness the Prince has not forgotten those who died in the battle.
The Tang Dynasty has not forgotten those who died. They died in order to protect the peace of our country, the Tang Dynasty, and it was worth it."
After the old man said these words, everyone around him paid sincere respect to him, and Li Xian was no exception. He quickly held the old man's hand and said movedly: "Old man, your words show how much you respect me.
Tang was so loyal and loyal, but the death of your son is really a pity. Please rest assured, old man, I will never forget them. Not only that, I will never allow the families of those heroes to be treated unfairly. I
Therefore, I would like to ask my father, the Emperor, to increase the pensions for the families of all those who died for the country, and we must not let the heroes go without peace of mind!"
"I believe what His Highness the Crown Prince said, but in the past few years, His Highness the Crown Prince's treatment for military households has been improved enough. There is no need to increase it any more. Otherwise, I don't know how much more the people will have to pay."
The little old man can't bear to use taxes to take advantage of others for his own personal gain."
"Haha, old man, you are such a kindhearted person, which is really a blessing to our Tang Dynasty. Please rest assured, old man, I promise that I will not raise taxes, but will only use the property saved in my palace to comfort those who died." Li Xian looked at them.
The old man said with a gentle face. (To be continued.) This chapter has been completed!