"My fourth brother's wife came to me and begged for an opportunity for Zheng'er to go out and fight. What do you think?"
Gu Jiu massaged Liu Zhao's shoulders and neck while chatting with him.
Liu Zhao hummed, "Liu Zheng is a bit like me when I was young, obsessed with war. He also has some talent in military matters. Give him a chance, okay!"
Gu Jiu asked him: "South or north?"
"what you think?"
Gu Jiu thought for a moment and said, "Shouldn't the boss be sent out to gain some experience as well?"
"Brother Yu?" Liu Zhao was puzzled.
Gu Jiu nodded. "For a long time to come, the imperial court will continue to use military force. Boss, if you don't understand military affairs, you will be at a disadvantage, which will be detrimental to the implementation of subsequent plans."
Liu Zhao turned over and sat up, looking at Gu Jiu, "Are you serious?"
"Do you think I'm joking?" Gu Jiu rolled his eyes at him.
"Aren't you afraid that the boss will be in danger outside?"
"You can't stop him from doing anything just because he's afraid of danger. Do you want to turn the boss into a loser?"
"That can't be! I'm not that stupid. I absolutely cannot let my own son become a useless person. I'll consider this matter carefully!"
Liu Zhao was a little undecided.
"The fighting in the south has eased, so it's definitely safer there. The only problem is that he might not be able to adapt to the climate and water there, which is a big problem. In Xiliang, the war is raging, and those foreign tribes are killing people everywhere. It's really dangerous. You want to send the eldest brother out for training. Do you plan to go south or west?"
Gu Jiu said, "Aren't you worried about who to send to Xiliang? I think this is an opportunity for the boss. Why not let him lead the troops and pair him with a more stable veteran. Send Liu Zheng to the west as well. Besides, the talented people under the boss also need opportunities to gain experience. Just like Chen Zhuangshi and Yang Ji back then, it was because they were given opportunities that they were able to stand out."
Liu Zhao nodded. "That makes sense. Young people need opportunities to gain experience. Perhaps they can discover another Yang Ji. However, the west is too dangerous. I am worried about the safety of the boss."
Gu Jiu was very straightforward. "Let Qian Fu go with the army, and send some of your guards to the boss. I will also send people to protect him secretly. Experience is important, but the boss's safety is more important. You must also have confidence in our Great Zhou army. We will definitely be able to defeat those foreign tribes."
"You've already said that those aliens are brainwashed. They can even kill their wives, children, and parents. What else can they not do? The danger level is far higher than in the south. Why not send the boss south to gain some experience as well?"
"We don't have that much time." Gu Jiu said solemnly.
Liu Zhao was in a trance, but soon came to his senses.
The war in the south eased, and Liu Yu went to the south. He had the opportunity to fight, but they were all small-scale wars.
It is estimated that we may not encounter a large-scale war in the next few years.
As for Xiliang, anyone can guess with their toes that there will be a long and fierce battle, a big war.
The cruelty of the battlefield will be displayed vividly.
Various military tactics also have their place of use.
That will be the battlefield that military generals dream of, a hymn of blood and fire.
Any new recruit who arrives on such a battlefield will grow rapidly in the shortest time possible and become a qualified soldier and a qualified general.
A fierce battle is a training for a person that is far more than a small skirmish.
However, the danger level is also extremely high, and it is very likely that a person will die in a foreign land before he or she grows up.
Of course, as a general, Liu Yu did not have to fight the enemy with bayonets or climb up the city wall to risk his life.
However, the danger still exists.
The battlefield is changing rapidly and no one can guarantee 100% safety.
It would only take a year or two for Liu Yu to fully mature. After the baptism of war and fire, and receiving the most elite education, Liu Yu would surely grow into a qualified king.
Liu Zhao is in poor health and it is unknown how many more years he can hold on.
Liu Yu needs to be tempered into battle-hardened steel by the flames of war in the shortest possible time.
The easing of the situation in the south is obviously inappropriate.
Liu Zhao looked at Gu Jiu and asked, "Do you also think that I can't hold on for many more years?"
Gu Jiu's eyes moistened. "It's not a question of how many years you can hold on, but you need someone to share the burden with you. Temper the boss in the shortest possible time. He will become your right-hand man and inherit your will."
Liu Zhao nodded. "You are right. My successor must accept my will and my plan to expand our territory. He must not abandon his rule and change his ways. An emperor who has not experienced war cannot understand the importance of launching wars abroad."
"When Brother Yu is able to stand on his own, are you willing to travel with me through mountains and rivers? And enjoy the beautiful scenery of the world?"
Gu Jiu asked him with tears in her eyes and a smile.
Liu Zhao raised his eyebrows and smiled, "Of course I am willing! I dream of taking you away from the capital, swimming and drinking tea in the water towns of Jiangnan, shooting eagles in the desert. I want to travel all over the country, and even go overseas to see it."
"Then it's settled."
The two smiled at each other.
…
King Liu Yu of Qi was appointed as the general to lead the troops in the Western Expedition to the Western Regions.
There was no clear path to this matter, but it could not be concealed from the well-informed people in the court.
"Your Majesty is very determined to attack the Western Regions! He is even willing to let the King of Qi go. I estimate that by the beginning of next spring, the army will set out towards Xiliang."
"Xiliang is Pei Meng's territory, and the King of Qi is no match for Pei Meng."
"The King of Qi is a royal prince, much more noble than Pei Meng, a king of a different surname."
"The King of Qi is a noble man in the capital, but in Xiliang, a powerful dragon cannot defeat a local snake. Moreover, the King of Qi has no experience in leading troops in battle."
"Your Majesty, sending the King of Qi to conquer the Western Regions is a risky move. It's truly daring. Aren't you afraid of something happening to the King of Qi?"
"Hush! Stop talking nonsense. Someone in the palace said something similar to expressing concern for the King of Qi, and was immediately arrested by the Ministry of Punishment."
"It seems Your Majesty is not without concern. If you are concerned about the safety of the King of Qi, why did you send him to the Western Regions?"
"This matter hasn't been decided yet. If you keep talking nonsense here, be careful if His Majesty hears about it, we'll all be in big trouble."
"It seems you still don't understand the ways of His Majesty and the Empress. Once things have been finalized and officially settled, it's set in stone. Do you think it's our turn to express our opinions? How childish!"
"Your Majesty and Your Majesty usually plan things privately first, and then proceed step by step. By the time they reach the clear road, the overall situation is basically settled."
"It's actually very simple to verify the truth of this matter. All you need to do is pay attention to His Royal Highness Prince Qi's next itinerary and you will get a glimpse of the truth."
"That makes sense!"
…
King Liu Yu of Qi accepted the important task, gathered his men, selected an auspicious day, and left Beijing for the Northwest Military Governor's Office.
In the next six months, he will eat, live and train with 10,000 border troops, study the situation in the Western Regions, formulate a military plan, and prepare for the expedition to the Western Regions in the early spring of next year.
Liu Zheng was also in the team heading west, and he was so excited that he wanted to fly.
Liu Zheng's wife cried as if she was parting with her loved ones forever.
Liu Zheng was particularly disgusted. "I'm going there to make great achievements and expand the territory for His Majesty. I finally got this opportunity. Why are you crying? Even His Royal Highness the Prince of Qi is here, what are you worried about?"
"Can you compare with His Royal Highness the Prince of Qi?" Liu Zheng's wife retorted rudely, "The Prince of Qi doesn't have to go to the battlefield. He has nearly a thousand expert guards around him to ensure his safety. And you only have fifty personal soldiers. What good can they do? I told you to bring more personal soldiers, but why didn't you agree?"
"They are all a bunch of weaklings. Are we taking them to die?"
"Didn't you say you'd be training in the northwest for at least six months? Half a year is enough..."
Liu Zheng interrupted his wife, "Half a year isn't enough! Some people are born afraid of death, and no amount of training will change that. Even though I only have fifty personal soldiers with me, they're all fearless. With them, I'm safe. Asking me to lead a group of cowardly servants and guards is a complete hindrance. I don't want to entrust my life to a group of cowards."
Liu Zheng's wife cried, "I knew you were trying to make me angry to death."
"Alright, alright! Stop crying! You're making a fool of yourself. Look, the princess isn't crying. She's very calm."
Princess Sun Qinniang of Qi had already cried.
She cried on the day the King of Qi accepted the important task.
The Western Regions are dangerous, the sky is high and the road is long.
I don’t know how many years it will take for me to return.
My heart was filled with melancholy and worry, all turned into tears.
After crying for a while, Sun Qinniang finally adjusted herself and accepted the fact that Liu Yu would be away for a few years.
She straightened Liu Yu's collar. "Have a safe trip! Remember to write home. Everyone is concerned about your safety. Don't try to be too arrogant. A gentleman doesn't stand under a dangerous wall. You must remember that your life is not only your own, but everyone's. If anything happens to you, bah bah bah... You will definitely be safe and sound, and win the battle. When you meet Anxi King Pei Meng, don't confront him. He is a local tyrant, and a strong dragon cannot suppress a local snake. Don't get angry..."
Sun Qinniang talked a lot.
She has been repeating these words over and over again these days.
Liu Yu didn't mind her nagging, but instead smiled.
"Are you worried about me, the king?"
"Of course I'm worried!"
"Guard this home well for me. I will definitely come back in two or three years. I will bring you achievements."
"I'll wait for you! You have to come back soon. Father and Mother are waiting for you too."
Liu Yu nodded heavily, rode his horse, and gave her a loving gaze, and everything was said without words.
"drive!"
The team set off and headed west.
A group of young people, full of vigor, dreams and courage.
After so many years, I wonder how many people can come back?
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