Yan Rou's surrender made Yuan Xi feel very happy. He had a smile on his face for several days. The master was happy, and naturally he also got the sweetness below. Rewards often happened, and the entire governor's mansion was filled with joy.

"Report to the young master, Tong has selected 121 third-level commanders from all over the country. Each of them is experienced and will definitely be able to better mark the 40,000 troops in western Liaoning with the young master's mark," Pang Tong said with a smile.

After Yuan Xi glanced at the list placed on the desk, he nodded slightly and said seriously: "You can arrange these things. I will only say one thing. If anyone dares to disrespect General Yan Rou and intervene in military operations without authorization, there is no need to say too much, kill the stick immediately."

"No!" Pang Tong responded.

After Yuan Xi gave the order, he said with a little ashamed: "General Yan Rou has experienced military achievements and protects the country and the people. It is even more rare that he does not seek power, and takes the initiative to submit his words and gives his young son the quality. His character and loyalty really touched Xi. However, Xi's rights are limited and he cannot give him a higher position and reward. I feel really guilty!"

Although he had never seen Yan Rou, the other party's actions made Yuan Xi cherish this general. If he had enough power, Yuan Xi even wanted to directly confer a title.

"The young master loves his subordinates, which is admirable. General Yan Rou is not only the Sima of Wuhuan, but also the General Anyi. He is considered a third-rank military position. On top of it are Si'an, Siping, Sizhen, and Sizheng. These four levels must be issued by the emperor, and they are already comparable to the position of governor, and they cannot be granted for the time being," Pang Tong said softly.

"Yes! So Xi was also a little worried. Just medals and some money were too light," Yuan Xi frowned slightly.

"Young Master, don't worry. You can't give me official positions in the court. Then you might as well create one by yourself," Pang Tong said with a smile.

"Make one" Yuan Xi's eyes flashed and she immediately reacted, "Shi Yuan said very well, let me think about it."

After Yuan Xi stood up and took a few rounds, his eyes suddenly froze and he said loudly: "I will order you to enthrone Yan Rou as the deputy commander of the three armies of Youzhou. Only under Xi, generals at all levels need to be respected. When they see you, they will not untied their swords or take off their armor. The descendants of Yan's three generations will all be given the post of brave lieutenant."

Pang Tong looked shocked and clasped his fists and said, "Young Master, is this reward too great?"

"Xi is to tell everyone that as long as you are loyal and serve the country and the people, Xi will never be stingy with rewards." Yuan Xi waved his sleeves firmly.

.....

Soon, Yuan Xi's reward came to Linyu, western Liaoning. When the content was spread, the whole city suddenly became excited, and the army was even more excited to shout the name of the second son.

However, at this time, there was a strong sense of sadness in the general's mansion. In a luxurious bedroom, many generals lowered their heads in dismay. Yan Rou sat on the bed and looked at her eyes with tears in her eyes, her face was pale and her lips were dry, and her eyes were gradually confused.

"General, congratulations, not only has he obtained a wise ruler, but he has also become the deputy commander of Youzhou. Below one person and above ten thousand people, he will definitely be able to be granted a title in the future," said Mr. Qi with great difficulty.

"This is all your credit. If it weren't for your rescue and more than ten years of assistance, how could Yan have the glory of today?" Yan Rou said sadly.

Mr. Qi smiled bitterly, "What a pity! I can't accompany the general anymore. General, you have to remember that although the second young master is domineering, he is the most nostalgic. As long as he follows loyally, the Yan family will be a lord for generations."

Yan Rou nodded quickly and promised: "Don't worry, don't worry."

"In my life, I have been a deserter and a slave for thirty years. In the next ten years, I have been practicing military and military strategies in the mountains. In the next ten years, because of the poor family, I have never been given a heavy use and I am depressed. I thought my life would be over, but I didn't expect that once a kind heart saved the general. Since I started the journey, although I have not been able to fight with the world's talents, I will not let my life down. After my death, the general will not have to hold a deep funeral for me, so I buried me silently back to Qijia Village in Dai County. I have been for a long time, a long time, and I haven't returned."

After talking about his life, Mr. Qi suddenly smiled slightly, then slowly closed his eyes, quietly passed away, missing his sixty-five years old.

"Old Qi!" Seeing this scene, the generals immediately knelt on the ground.

Yan Rou held Old Qi's palm tightly, and tears in her eyes could not be stopped from the strong man's eyes.

.........

Two days later, an emergency escort was sent from the governor's mansion.

"Qi Bin, the adopted father of Yan Rou, deputy commander of Youzhou, died of illness. His youngest son Yan Anfuling went to Dai County for burial. Officials at all levels along the road must pay tribute to him."

Another day of dusk has arrived. On the city tower of Su County, the weather is getting colder. Yuan Xi, wearing a black cloak, looked at the direction of Dai County, and a sigh flashed in his eyes.

Qi Bin, he had never heard of this name, nor had he left any mark in history, but it was such a person who saved Yan Rou and helped him achieve great achievements, especially after the black demon lurking in Yan Rou's mansion, who sent a few words before his death, made Yuan Xi feel even more regretful. Having such insights shows that he is definitely a rare talent, but just because he has not had a good birth and has not a good start, even if he has talent, officials from all over the country are disdainful and wasted decades of time.

In the chaotic times, talents emerge in many ways. This is the destiny of heaven and the wish of man. There are too few that can emerge from poor families.

"Young Master, Mr. Qi has entered Yuyang. Prefect Tian brought all the officials to greet him personally. I heard that Prefect Tian was crying very hard and obviously had received teachings." Li Ru suddenly came behind Yuan Xi and said with regret.

Yuan Xi nodded and said softly: "Sir, it's time to give the poor students in the world a chance. If someone like Xiang Qibin can use it early, he will definitely achieve a career and it is also a blessing for the people. There are indeed many elites of the gentry, but poor families also have their own world, not to mention that the gentry has roots and is too harmful and needs to be restrained."

"The young master wants to take the first step to establish the Juxian Pavilion," Li Ru said with a smile.

"Yes, we have been discussing this matter for a long time. The second and third steps cannot be achieved for the time being. Let's start with Juxian Pavilion. Now Youzhou is stable and can be implemented. This time, the recruitment is not only for civil servants and military generals, but for anyone with a skill, Xi wants it." Yuan Xi waved his hand.

"The young master is wise and should be determined by talent in troubled times, but it is estimated that the gentry will have opinions," Li Ru said with a smile.

"This is a good thing. Our proposal is still the main and the cold is the auxiliary. Juxian Pavilion can be divided into several parts. This not only takes care of the face of the gentry and gives poor families a chance. Anyway, it is just a word to take over the talents of the world for me," Yuan Xi said domineeringly.

"Okay, Ru go and prepare immediately," Li Ru responded.

"Okay, haha" Yuan Xi looked forward to the distance.
Chapter completed!