The imperial court of the Tang Dynasty was like a pool of spring water that seemed calm but was actually turbulent. The princes and ministers of the Manchu Dynasty were the koi carps raised by the emperor. The koi carps competed with each other, expecting their masters to appreciate and feed them. Although they all watched
Although the other party is not pleasing to the eye, he still maintains the most basic balance.
But if a loach suddenly breaks into the pond, this balance will be broken instantly. Regular opponents and enemies will join forces to drive this uninvited guest out of their territory.
To these powerful ministers, Li Kuo was undoubtedly the loach.
Why did that young man get this reward? Wasn't his grandfather already convicted and dead? Can a prisoner later find a purple robe?
These koi carp felt the obvious threat around them, so they put aside their previous prejudices and spoke unanimously to the outside world. It is not difficult to understand when you think about it.
After Cui Qian, the minister of the Ministry of War, finished reading out the edict to reward the eleven generals of Longyou, someone immediately stood up.
This person was Zheng Jun, the minister of household affairs. He was seen walking out of the court holding a wat tablet and said: "I am reporting to your majesty that I think there is something wrong with the reward for Li Kuo and Captain Li."
Li Longji frowned, and although he was feeling slightly unhappy, he still said harmoniously: "Zheng Aiqing thinks there is something wrong, please tell me."
Although Zheng Yun is only a minister of household affairs, he represents the interests of the entire Zheng family in Xingyang. Li Longji still needs to consider what he says.
"Thank you, Your Majesty." Zheng Yun bowed slightly and said: "Li Duwei is both civil and military. He assisted General Gao and led 30,000 warriors to surprise Jiuqu. He has worked hard and achieved great results." After a slight pause, he sighed and said, "But Li
The captain is only seventeen years old but he has already reached the rank of captain of Guoyi. The speed of promotion is even more staggering. If he is given the official position of General Mingwei again, I am afraid it will not be in line with the practice in the army and it will be difficult to convince the public."
"What Mr. Zheng said is true." Secretary Wei Bin took over the conversation and said loudly: "There is no precedent for being promoted to the third rank in a row in the army. General Li was just Captain Guo Yi who was lower than the fifth rank. If he is
If you are promoted to General Mingwei, you have been promoted directly to the fourth level. Your Majesty, please think again!"
"What Mr. Zheng said is true. What makes me even more worried is the actual appointment of the Shule Army Envoy. Li Duwei originally served under Marshal Ge Shuhan, why did he transfer to the Anxi Protectorate to serve in the army?
The regulations are very strict, if all the generals are like Captain Li, what use is the approval from the Ministry of War?"
Zheng Jun and Wei Bin sang and harmonized, obviously they had discussed it for a long time in advance.
Li Longji glanced at Li Linfu who had a calm expression on his face, smiled bitterly in his heart, and secretly cursed him for being cunning.
"What the two dear friends said is not unreasonable, but I believe that since ancient times, heroes have emerged from youth. Although Captain Li is not as good as the weakest, his achievements are real. As for the customary rules in the army, what's the harm if they are broken!
The reason why our army of the Tang Dynasty is invincible, and the reason why the soldiers serve their lives, is because of the rules of reward for meritorious deeds and punishment for delinquency. Lieutenant Li has set an excellent example for young men. I think he should be awarded the title
There is nothing wrong with being General Mingwei."
Li Longji insisted on promoting Li Kuo. Firstly, he wanted to set a benchmark for the people of the world, so that young talents would see hope and rush to serve the court. Secondly, because the young man was a hermit and loyal to himself, he intended to
He was trained as a hidden stake in the army. After all, although the hermit organization is hidden, there are few people in high positions. Although Li Kuo has a weak foundation, he is better than his youth. With a little guidance and training, he is unlikely to become one of his confidants.
Zheng Yun's heart sank. His Majesty the Emperor had already said this, what else could he say?
"What your Majesty said is true. Your Majesty has a far-sighted vision, and I can't take any precautions." Zheng Yun quietly flattered him: "General Li is indeed a young talent. I can't help but think of the ancient Huo Husband.
, led his troops out of Hexi and swept across Hubian." (Note 1)
Sighing slightly, Zheng Yun said: "It's just that Captain Li's Jiuqu battle greatly enhanced the prestige of our country, but the method was too ruthless, which may damage our reputation as a benevolent and righteous country."
Hearing this, Li Kuo's heart sank. Sure enough, he knew that Li Linfu would stick to this point!
Taking a deep breath, the young man gradually calmed down. Hold it, hold it, it's not the last moment yet!
Li Longji's face immediately darkened. As the Heavenly Khan supported by all nations, he naturally hoped that the Tang Dynasty would gain a reputation for benevolence. He had also heard about the flooding of Jiuqu, although he felt that the young man's methods were too ruthless.
But I won't feel disgusted. After all, there is no room for hesitation or womanly kindness on the battlefield. Being kind to the enemy is irresponsible to the emperor.
But Zheng Yun brought this matter to the table, and he was really in a dilemma. If he supported the young man's actions, he would undoubtedly deny the title of the Tang Army's benevolent and righteous teacher in disguise. But if he admitted that the young man's methods were violent, then he would be rewarded
It has to be taken back.
Why is this Zheng Yun so ignorant!
Just as he was feeling annoyed, Yang Zhao, the chief censor, stood up and said, "Your Majesty, I think what Mr. Zheng said is wrong."
"Oh, if Yang Aiqing has any opinions, you might as well tell him." Li Longji was overjoyed. This Yang Zhao really knew how to do things. He would always stand up to save him when he was in trouble.
"I obey the order!" Yang Zhao glanced at Zheng Yun and snorted coldly: "There is a saying in the art of war that kindness cannot lead the army. As the saying goes, 'You can't be strong if you are thick, you can't command if you love, and you can't control chaos if you are kind.
For example, a proud man cannot be used. When the two armies are facing each other, how can the soldiers have the heart of a woman when they are putting their lives at risk? Lieutenant Li, in charge of General Ge Shuhan, assisted General Gao in besieging Jiuqu City. But Jiuqu City
The city wall is so tall and solid, how can it be captured in a day? If the front-line garrison in Chiling is not mobilized to return reinforcements in time, how can Shibao City be captured? If Shibao City is not carved for a day, the Battle of Hehuang cannot be won in a day. Zheng
Your Majesty, I pay my respects to the Minister of Household Affairs. Don’t you know how much the price of rice in the capital has risen to a dou? If the battle continues, the Tubo people in Jiuqu City will not have to die, and the people of the Tang Dynasty will be the ones who starve to death.
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"This, this..." Zheng Yun never thought that Yang Zhao would suddenly get angry, and was speechless for a moment.
However, Yang Zhao did not intend to let Zheng Yun go, and continued: "Flooding Jiuqu City may seem cruel, but it is an excellent trick. Taking advantage of the terrain and flooding Jiuqu with turbulent water, the Tubo people can be driven out
City. Once this plan came out, it saved me a lot of trouble in the Tang Dynasty. Mr. Zheng spends all his time in fine clothes and fine food, so naturally he doesn’t know the hardships of the soldiers guarding the border. Which of our Longyou soldiers doesn’t want to finish the war as soon as possible so that he can go home to serve his parents and enjoy everything he has?
Tianlun? Mr. Zheng only saw the suffering of the Tubo people, but ignored the safety of my Tang Dynasty man. Could it be that he took advantage of the Tubo people and wanted to rebel?"
"You, you, Yang Zhao, you are so slanderous..." Zheng Yun was so frightened that she immediately retorted.
"Okay, Zheng Aiqing, don't worry too much. Yang Aiqing is straightforward, so don't take it to heart." Seeing that Yang Zhaoyue went too far, Li Longji had no choice but to come out to take charge of the situation, but in his heart he was happy to see Zheng Yun's embarrassment.
"I obey." Zheng Yun glared at Yang Zhao and snorted softly.
This Yang Zhao is really strange, how could he protect a little-known officer for no reason? Moreover, he is a ruffian in the market, but he knows so much about the art of war? Zheng Yun was puzzled, and after thinking for a moment, he realized it.
Could it be that the two of them had known each other for a long time, or that Li Kuo was the representative of the interests cultivated by the Yang family in the military?
Thinking of this, Zheng Yun felt a headache. If it were really said, this possibility is not small. The Yang family is now very powerful in the court, and the only thing missing is the support of the army. So, if Li Kuo is really Yang Zhao
A confidant of Cultivated?
"Our Tang Dynasty never lacks hot-blooded men, but we don't need cold-blooded butchers either!" Wei Bin snorted coldly and stood up.
"Captain Li seemed decisive in his actions, but he never thought about the consequences of doing so. You seemed to have achieved temporary benefits by digging embankments to release floods, but did you know that it left our Tang army with a reputation for violence and murder? In the future, if
If the border war breaks out again, which Hulu tribe will dare to beg for surrender? They will definitely fight to the end until the city is destroyed and people are dead. At that time, how many unnecessary prices will I, a man of the Tang Dynasty, have to pay? Have you ever thought about this? "
Yang Zhao was about to retort, but Li Kuo grabbed his arm.
"Your Majesty, I want to change my clothes in front of the palace. Please forgive me for the crime of disrespecting the emperor!" Li Kuo hugged Li Longji and said loudly.
"Oh?" Li Longji was slightly stunned, not understanding what the young man was trying to do.
"I'm sure." Although he had doubts in his heart, he still made the decree. He believed that this young man would not let him down.
"I thank your Majesty for your grace." Li Kuo nodded slightly, untied the belt around his waist, and removed the outer court robe. However, after a long time, the young man was only wearing a plain middle coat.
Gently lifting up his white shirt, the seventeen scars on the boy's body immediately caught everyone's eyes, as terrifying as flesh-colored earthworms.
"Hiss!" How could these pampered princes, princes and princes of the country have seen such a miserable situation? They all took a breath and whispered.
"Although I am not talented, I still carry the flag for His Majesty and expand the territory. The seventeen stab wounds on my arms and waist are the best proof. I only know that countless robes have been destroyed by the Tubo people since Kaiyuan.
I cut off my head and built it into a pagoda. I only know that since the war between Tang and Tibet, countless Tang people were kidnapped and plundered by the Tubo people and became their herder slaves!"
Turning his head, Li Kuo looked directly at Wei Bin without fear and said word by word: "Shaojian Wei's impassioned speech is moving. I beg your Majesty to send a gracious decree and allow Shaojian Wei to join the army in Longyou. I want to see it."
Look, how Shaojian Wei used his sharp tongue to regain the old land of Hehuang for His Majesty!"
As graceful as a startled dragon, as if like flowing fire, at this moment the young man straightened his back and blossomed like a summer flower.
Note 1: Huo Huoqi: Huo Qubing, the famous general of the Western Han Dynasty. In the spring of the second year of Yuanshou (121 BC), Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty appointed the 19-year-old Huo Qubing as General Huoqi. In the spring and summer, he led troops to attack twice and occupied Hexi (today's Hexi
Corridor and Huangshui River Basin) area, the Xiongnu tribe wiped out more than 40,000 people.
ps: There are some things that you have no right to speak if you have not experienced them. Just like the situation of Shichiro in the article, his struggles and choices cannot be understood by those sitting in the court. I despise those who think they know everything, but they
The so-called public knowledge that has not been practiced. Those people are parasitic worms in society, despised and shameless by others.
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