20demayo Chapter 271 Someone from the court comes and an old friend meets!
Chapter 271 Someone from the court comes and an old friend meets!
The court responded very quickly to the decision on the Northwest War.
No one... not even Song Pu objected to the plan proposed by Gu Jingzhi.
Although he wanted to trick Gu Jingzhi, there was no better way to deal with this matter. Therefore, it was useless to oppose it, and it would only cause dissatisfaction from Emperor Xia.
However, Song Pu tried his best to choose the right person, but Emperor Xia already had a solution.
In the rebellion at the New Year's Banquet, a duke and two marquises were killed. Emperor Xia directly appointed one master and two deputies on the grounds of cultivating descendants of a loyal and heroic family!
Song Pu had no better solution to this problem.
After all, the Great Xia Dynasty was not yet corrupt, and the preferential treatment it gave to the families of loyal and brave men was not something that others could interfere with.
After the candidates were selected, Wei Ming from the Wei family and Zhou Yuan from the Zhou family rode fast horses to Ningzhou, while Yang Heng from the Yang family needed to go to the Jingji camp to reorganize an army and take it to the northwest.
It took about ten days, traveling day and night.
Wei and Zhou appeared outside the gate of Ningzhou Prefecture with a few riders. Looking at the newly renovated Ningzhou Prefecture, they were all in disbelief.
The merchants and common people coming and going...
A constant stream of business travelers...
Peddlers and hawkers along the street, and even scholars...
"Is this... still Ningzhou?"
Wei Ming said in a daze, "A few years ago, I followed my father to the northwest for training and passed through Ningzhou. At that time, Ningzhou Prefecture, not only had broken eaves and broken walls, but also looked like it had been in disrepair for a long time. But this..."
Zhou Yun and Wei Ming were childhood friends, and their families had a close relationship. Seeing Wei Ming like this, he naturally knew that what he said was true, so he said:
"I believe this is all thanks to Marquis Gu. My uncle once said that Marquis Gu is not only extremely intelligent, but also a man of great ability in governing the country. Ningzhou is now so prosperous, it must be his credit!"
"Ok!"
Wei Ming nodded heavily.
After the battle at the annual banquet, both his father and Zhou Yun's father were gone, leaving only him and his two younger brothers to carry the responsibilities of the Wei family.
Zhou Yun's family is better off, as he has an uncle serving in the military.
It was only after the battle at the New Year's banquet that they began to interact with Gu Jingzhi, but before they had time to become familiar with him, Gu Jingzhi was sent to the northwest to take up a post.
I didn’t expect that we would meet in the Northwest.
Wei Ming said, "Although Marquis Gu is the prefect of Ningzhou, he also holds the title of Northwest Tour Commissioner. In terms of his official rank... he is an imperial envoy, one level higher than the official. We may have to obey his orders for a long time to come!"
"Ok!"
Zhou Yun nodded and said, "That's perfect. Let's get to know... this genius that the elders always talk about!"
The two smiled at each other, then rode their horses into the city!
……
Gu Jingzhi and Lin Feng were discussing some details about the establishment of the military camp when they suddenly heard a general sent by the imperial court asking to see him outside the government office. The two were stunned when they heard this, and then they both laughed.
"Cousin, I never expected the court to be so quick this time. Not only did they respond, they even sent someone here! Now we have plenty of time!"
As soon as he heard someone coming, Lin Feng sensed something.
It must be that Emperor Xia sent people to supervise the construction and collect all the necessary files in order to save their time!
Gu Jingzhi ordered the clerk to bring the person in.
Soon, two young generals were brought over. When Gu Jingzhi saw them, he immediately smiled and said, "I was wondering which general the court would send over, but I didn't expect it to be you!"
"General Wei Ming (Zhou Yun) greets the Grand Inspector General..."
Wei Ming and Zhou Yun bowed to Gu Jingzhi.
"Alright! This isn't the capital, why are you being so polite?"
Gu Jingzhi helped the two of them up and said with a smile: "Speaking of which, you two have inherited the title now, especially Wei Ming, and you are the Duke. Your title is higher than mine, the Marquis. I should be the one to pay you a visit!"
As he spoke, he pretended to salute.
Wei Ming didn't dare to do that. He quickly stepped forward and held Gu Jingzhi's hands. "Brother Gu, in terms of position... you are my superior. In terms of personal relationship, you have done a favor to our two families. How dare I give you a gift..."
"Ha ha!"
Gu Jingzhi laughed and said, "So, you two are still being polite to me?"
The three of them had met several times in the capital, especially after the New Year banquet. As the eldest son, they even brought gifts to thank Gu Jingzhi, so they had a good impression of him!
He felt relieved that Emperor Xia sent these two people over.
Although I don't know much about them, they are heirs of the founding dukes after all, so I think they are not incompetent.
"You came at the right time. I and... by the way..."
Gu Jingzhi pointed at Lin Feng and said, "This is Lin Feng, the commander of my imperial guard. He is currently leading the construction of the military camp. Let's get to know each other!"
When Lin Feng heard his cousin introduce himself, he immediately bowed and said, "Lin Feng greets the two generals!"
"How dare you!"
Wei and Zhou hurriedly supported Lin Feng. Wei Ming said, "General Lin, who remained calm as he charged into the thousands of rebels with a single blow, is a figure we both admire greatly. It is truly our honor to be able to work with him today!"
"you……"
Gu Jingzhi laughed dumbly and said, "I told you guys to be polite, why are you still so awkward?"
"Lin Feng! Talk to the two generals about the Ningzhou military camp so they can take over the matter as soon as possible!"
Lin Feng's task was to lead the imperial guard and temporarily command the Ningzhou camp. The court did not appoint him to participate in the affairs of the military camp. Before, Gu Jingzhi had just conscripted him into the army.
Now that Wei and Zhou have arrived, they naturally have to hand over military affairs, otherwise they will cross the line!
Seeing that Gu Jingzhi and the other two handed over military affairs to them so smoothly, Wei and Zhou couldn't help but feel good about them.
Building the Ningzhou military camp was a great achievement in itself. Gu Jingzhi, the Northwest Inspector General, had every right to place Lin Feng there, but he didn't do so.
What is high moral character?
This is……
The two of them said gratefully, "Brother Gu, you and General Lin have put in so much effort, and now that we've arrived..."
"Hey?"
Gu Jingzhi held their hands and said, "Lin Feng has other military duties. This matter is just a coincidence. Lin Feng is fortunate to be able to participate in this learning. It is already a great opportunity. You two don't have to be so polite. Everything is for our Great Xia!"
After hearing this, the two looked at each other and nodded in unison.
"Okay! We'll take note of what happened today. When we have time another day, we'll host Brother Gu and Brother Lin for a drink..."
"That's right!"
Gu Jingzhi said cheerfully: "Why make things so awkward when a drink can solve the problem?"
"You two have just arrived in Ningzhou. If there is anything you need cooperation from Ningzhou Prefecture, please let me know. As for everything in the military camp... let Lin Feng take you there to familiarize yourself with it!"
As he was about to get up and leave, he suddenly thought of something and said, "Oh, by the way, regarding the construction of the military camp, I do have something to discuss with you two!"
"Ok?"
The two were stunned for a moment, then said in unison: "Brother Gu, please speak..."