Chang Suining took two steps forward, his surprise evident in his expression: "Don't be sleepy, please get up quickly!"
"Not too late, why should I be late!" Shepherd's Purse laughed and said, "It's better to come back at the right time than to come back early. We are going to hold a celebration banquet. When we reward people for their contributions tomorrow, you can't miss your share!"
He Wuhu and others echoed.
Tang Xing had a smile on his face, his eyes flickering, and he clasped his hands more tightly: "Then I will dare to ask you to grant me a position based on my merits!"
Before this, he had never mentioned to Chang Suining about his preferred position or future plans.
Tang Xing, who was called "the Wanderer of Mount Wutai" by Luo Guanlin, has been wandering for half his life and has never been willing to be bound by anyone or anything.
Therefore, when he returned to Mount Wutai to visit his relatives, he did think about never returning.
That life-and-death experience in the army was exciting and novel, but he felt that it was just an experience. He had had many experiences in his life, and this one was indeed the most impressive, but for him, the most novel thing was always in the next experience full of unknowns.
But he forgot one thing - the specialness of some things will only be truly revealed after they are lost and abandoned.
The farther he was from Youzhou, the more obvious the feeling became, almost like quitting drinking.
On the way back to Mount Wutai, he was not interested in anything he saw or heard along the way. He liked to stop at any place he pleased, find a teahouse or a tavern, order a pot of wine and three taels of meat, and listen to the people passing by talking about what they had seen and heard.
But this time, he felt completely bored after listening to it all.
He gradually understood the reason.
He had seen the most extraordinary people and the most extraordinary things. Just by being beside that person, he could see the most extensive and extraordinary scenery of things in the world. What she did was an eternal miracle. She alone could defeat thousands of troops and horses, and cross thousands of mountains and rivers. Where else could he go to seek the so-called novelty? People who had seen such scenery were doomed to be dull and indifferent when they looked elsewhere.
After realizing this, Tang Xing suddenly sat up from the bed that night.
It was the fifth day after he returned home. His parents tried their best to persuade him to stay, get married, have children, and settle down.
This time, his parents were so determined that they even locked his door from the outside.
So the next day, the servant who came to deliver food found the empty room and the windows removed.
The two dismantled windows were placed neatly and carefully on the ground, as if they were replacing letters and turned into two big words - gone.
Tang Xing climbed over the wall late at night, changed to a new horse, and set off with the sword box on his back.
This time, although the journey was long, he no longer had the mood to appreciate the scenery along the way. Firstly, he had seen so much hardship and separation, and secondly, he already had a place to go and was eager to return.
After wandering for half his life, he finally found a place that was willing to let him return.
He wanted to seek a position, stay by the side of this "world's first strange person" forever, and experience what she experienced! Chang Suining helped Tang Xing up, with an undisguised smile in his eyes: "I am very happy to see Xiu Kun return."
When he left, she never said goodbye with disappointment or tried to persuade him to stay. When he returned, she welcomed him with the most sincere regard and joy.
That night, after Chang Suining settled down, he talked with Tang Xing for a long time by candlelight.
The celebration banquet was held the next evening.
The next morning, Fang Chao led his men in a military parade and deployed their troops in formation on the parade ground.
The army formation was huge, with the attackers and defenders standing separately. War horses pulled chariots in the formation, and soldiers waved flags above the chariots. The orders were as strong as a mountain, and the formation changed in coordination with the flags.
Amid the sound of drums, at first glance, the soldiers lined up in formation were no longer separate individuals, but a unity of heaven, earth, and men, fused into a sword and axe with astonishing momentum.
The sound of drums, commands, and shouts were overwhelming. Although it was a military parade, the morale was high.
Kang Zhi saw this and felt that the blood in her body was boiling and churning. She could no longer suppress her emotions and could not help but wave her arms and shout.
Chang Suining stood on the high platform and looked down. Wu Jue was sitting cross-legged beside her with silk spread in front of him. He watched the changing formations and occasionally drew something with a pen.
These military formations were all used by Chang Suining in his previous life, but many people followed suit, so the method of breaking the formations has gradually spread. Although there were some changes after the discussion between Chang Suining, Fang Chao and his generals, Wu Jue was the master in the art of setting up the formations - he was best at using the five elements of Feng Shui to form the formations, so it was most appropriate for him to observe and see if there were other ways to improve and adjust them.
This military exercise had probably been planned for too long, with each army taking turns to participate in the battle, and it lasted for most of the day.
Moreover, each army was unwilling to submit to the other and all wanted to perform at their best. As the performance progressed, their morale grew stronger, and they strived to surpass all those who had come before them.
Fang Chao took off his clothes thoroughly to show off his muscular body. In the end, he just commanded the formation with his bare chest. He was sweating profusely and his voice was hoarse.
The one who also lost his voice was Kang Zhi, who didn't even appear on stage.
At the end of the day, Kang Zhi's voice became hoarse from following the shouting, and her whole body was aching from being stretched too tight. The last time she was so tired was when she was twelve years old. She ran nearly twenty miles and climbed over two mountains in order to chase her brother and beat him up.
Although she was very tired, Kang Zhi's eyes became brighter and more determined.
During the celebration in the evening, they were awarded for their merits. She Cai and He Wuhu were both promoted to the rank of Sixth-rank Flying Cavalry Captain, and She Cai continued to command the female soldiers in the army. Bai Hong, who had more experience, was promoted to the rank of Fifth-rank Guide Langjiang, and Tang Xing was promoted to the rank of Seventh-rank Zhonghou.
Those who had made contributions, such as Hao Huan, Qinghua, and Liuhu, were all appointed as colonels or deputy colonels.
As for the remaining generals and soldiers, they were all rewarded and promoted according to their merits.
As for Deputy General Jin, Chu Xing and other old subordinates of Chang Kuo, they were also promoted one rank from their original ranks. For generals of rank 5 and above to be promoted, Chang Suining could distribute the rewards on his own. All of them needed to be drafted in advance by the court, and the Ministry of Personnel issued a document. The document was issued together with the imperial edict before Chang Suining returned to Jiangdu.
The list of rewards for each person, as well as the list of pensions for the injured and dead soldiers, was repeatedly checked and approved by the military officers at all levels and Chang Kuo to ensure that no meritorious soldier was missed.
In addition to the military rank and rewards bestowed by the court, Chang Suining also took out all the rewards he had received and distributed them, including to provide relief to the families of the dead and wounded soldiers.
In addition to the generals and soldiers, Lu Xiucai and others also received rewards in addition to their salaries. Although the amount of tribute paid by Japan in exchange for peace was considerable, the court did not delay or withhold the rewards. However, the Ministry of Revenue, which was experiencing a difficult time, gave money based on the names submitted. Positions such as clerks and instructors in the army were not included in the rewards.
But their hard work is obvious to all.
Chang Suining had no intention of using the reward money from meritorious soldiers to do favors, so he decided to distribute his own reward.
Lu Xiucai was moved by this and felt sorry for his master.
In addition to the rewards from the whole army, Adian, who had made great contributions in saving Chang Kuo, also received a heavy box, which was given to him specifically by Chang Suining. Adian originally belonged to Xuan Ce's army, and due to special circumstances, he was not suitable for holding an important position, so Chang Suining gave him double the reward.
Adian didn't have a clear understanding of silver and money, but he knew that it represented a compliment, so he happily accepted it and held it in his arms.
Another person who also received double the reward silver was Yuan Xiang, who was under Cui Jing's command, and Chang Suining was also unable to reward him with a position.
Yuanxiang initially refused several times. In his opinion, he was acting in the service of the Grand Commander and there was no reason for him to seek credit.
Chang Suining had completely opposite ideas from him. No matter who Yuanxiang belonged to or why he came, she could not take it for granted that Yuanxiang would follow her regardless of his life and death.
The blood of her soldiers could not be shed in vain, so should Yuanxiang's blood be shed in vain? There was absolutely no reason for this.
Seeing that he couldn't refuse, Yuan Xiang accepted it with a smile, and said to himself jokingly: "I'll save it for marrying a wife!"
He wanted to save a lot of money like the Grand Commander and use it as a dowry... no, it should be a betrothal gift!
After the reward was given, Adian turned around and handed the heavy box to Xier for safekeeping.
Xier agreed with a smile: "When the general needs money, come and ask me for it."
Yuan Xiang followed suit and handed over his box with a smile: "Please, Miss Xi'er, keep it for me as well!"
He also had no convenient place to hide his money.
"..." Xi'er looked at him inexplicably. Was General Yuanxiang also a three-year-old child like General Adian? On the other side, She Cai and Hao Huan were walking and laughing while discussing. They planned to use the reward money and the money they had saved to buy a small house in Jiangdu City, buy a piece of land, and adopt two or three girls from the charity hall in the city and place them at home.
Shepherd's Purse smiled happily and said, "Our Hao family is about to become a wealthy and powerful family!"
Hao Huan smiled and nodded, and discussed with She Cai where would be the best place to buy a house.
"Sister She Cai wants to buy a house? Where do you plan to buy it?" He Wuhu approached from behind and grinned, "I also want to buy a small yard. Why don't we be neighbors? We can take care of each other!"
Shepherd's Purse refused without a second thought: "You guys are snoring, and I can hear it clearly from five miles away. Who dares to be your neighbor?"
As he said this, he continued walking forward, talking and laughing with Hao Huan.
Just as He Wuhu was about to catch up, he was blocked by a group of brothers.
Liu Hu, who received the reward money, even wiped his tears emotionally: "Brother, this money is different from the robbed money!"
He Wuhu said to them, "Each of you take out twenty copper coins and go back to buy candles and paper for the brothers."
Hearing this proposal, everyone nodded and started to raise money immediately.
At this time, Jiaozi passed by. He Wuhu took two steps forward and stopped him with a smile: "Jiaozi, what are you doing?"
Jiaozi has always been afraid of him, and subconsciously took two steps back: "I'm looking for my mother..."
"I just saw her!" He Wuhu bent down, showing a smile that he thought was kind and friendly, and generously took out a piece of silver and handed it over: "Here, buy some fruit!"
Jiaozi hesitated for a moment, and only when he saw He Wuhu passing it forward again did he dare to try to take it, and whispered, "Thank you, Uncle He!"
He Wuhu laughed and nodded repeatedly: "Good dumplings!"
At this time, Amang ran over with bright eyes, and showed admiration to He Wuhu: "Uncle Wuhu, you are so generous!"
He didn't ask for money, but when it came to this, He Wuhu smiled and handed him a piece of silver.
The next moment, Xiao Duan and Xiao Wu seemed to smell something and appeared from nowhere.
He Wuhu couldn't favor one over the other, but he couldn't help feeling a little painful - it's true that money is earned in the army and spent in the army, and he hasn't even gotten to enjoy the benefits yet.
The children who got the money for nothing ran away laughing.
The dumplings were visibly much brighter than at first.
When he first came to Jiangdu, Jiaozi didn't dare to say a word the whole day. Later, when Ache asked him to comfort him, he whispered the reason: he had lost his father now and was afraid of being bullied and laughed at.
As soon as these words came out, Ah Che and the others were all stunned - what is father? Ah Mang said: [My father died a long time ago, and my mother also died of illness...]
Xiao Duan Xiaowu, who was born a beggar, said: [We don’t even remember what our parents look like! ]
A Che was silent for a moment, then said, "I have never seen my parents. I was captured by human traffickers when I was young, and was beaten and starved every day... Fortunately, the girl saved me."
Jiaozi was stunned and couldn't speak for a long time.
He suddenly no longer felt pitiful, he was even extraordinarily confident... no, it couldn't be called confident, he felt that he was so happy that he was a little bit vicious.
After that misery contest, the distance between the group of children was inexplicably shortened. Jiaozi and Amun and the others followed Shen Sanmao in and out of the workshop to learn. Until Shecai came back, Jiaozi, who missed his mother so much, was able to have fun for a few days.
A'mang followed Jiaozi, Xiao Duan and Xiao Wu also came over, and after Shen Sanmao got Chang Suining's permission, he followed them.
That night, the atmosphere of celebration was high in the army, and it was not until midnight that the burning bonfires began to die out.
Chang Suining stayed in the army for seven or eight days before returning to Jiangdu City.
There were many things waiting for her in the city, including the list of clansmen handed over by the Gu Yu families. This time they were already very skilled and took the initiative to write down everyone's strengths for Chang Suining to choose.
The lists of several companies put together include as many as a hundred people.
Chang Suining held the list in his hand and said with emotion, "With this list, I have finally made it in Jiangdu."
She handed it over to Wang Changshi and asked him to make arrangements for the selection later.
There was another thing. An imperial edict of praise was sent from the capital. Thanks to Cui Jing, Chang Suining's act of "killing Kang Dingshan with a trick and capturing Jizhou City with wisdom" had become widely known, and naturally the court had to praise him.
Another thing is that the report of Chang Suining taking over as the governor of Huainan Road has been delivered to the other twelve states, but at this time, only three states sent people to deliver letters in response. Among these three states is Hezhou, which is led by Yun Hui. The Yun family even asked Huo Xin and Yun Gui to deliver the letter in person to show their support and appreciation for Chang Suining.
As for the remaining nine states...
"Each state is at a different distance from Jiangdu. Maybe they are still on the way. Or maybe they are discussing in private whether to give me this face." Chang Suining said casually, "No hurry. No need to ask. Wait for them for another half a month."
In the next half month, she will be very easy to talk to, but that may not be the case after half a month.
"Your Excellency does not have to ask questions openly, but you must have people secretly monitor the actions of each state and carefully inquire about the situation to avoid being caught in a passive position." Luo Guanlin reminded.
Chang Suining nodded: "That's exactly the point."
During these days, she had gained a general understanding of the situation in each state and the officials who had a say, but it was far from enough. This half month was just enough for her to get to know people properly.
After the matter was settled, Yao Ran said, "Sir, there is one more thing that was just reported back to Jiangdu this morning..."
Behind the desk, Chang Suining raised his eyes and looked at Yao Ran. He already anticipated what Yao Ran would say next.
This news has now reached the capital.
Upon hearing this, the Emperor of the Holy Ceremonial Ceremonial Ceremonial Cemony showed anger on his face, but his heart was cold.
Yu Zeng and his group of imperial envoys were assassinated on their way back to Beijing.
4200 words of update, see the last line, there is no break! On the 1st, I would like to ask all the bosses for monthly tickets, and wish you a happy new year in advance!
(Thank you for the tip from the operations officer Mingyue Wujian! I love my operations officer so much~)
Good night everyone!
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