After a moment of silence, Prime Minister Xu Yanruo said: "Your Majesty, it is not appropriate to deny Jinzhou's request to appoint a military envoy. However, the military envoy should be appointed by the imperial court. The prince of Xicheng County is in Jinzhou and is qualified to be a military envoy."

Zhaozong Qingoh raised his eyes and looked at Du Renneng.

Du Rangneng was speechless, hesitated for a moment, and said: "I thought that the appointment of the Jincheng military envoy as the Jiedushi envoy was out of favor and reward from the court. When the court was useful, he could mobilize him. If he appointed the prince of the county as the Jiedushi envoy, I would be afraid of Jincheng. The military envoy is dissatisfied."

Cui Shaowei said: "The county prince is the military envoy and holds the great righteousness and orthodoxy. This can prevent Jinzhou Wei from gaining popular support and lay the foundation for future control. I think it is feasible."

Du Rangneng was furious. The Xicheng County Prince had no achievements and no hope. His appointment as Jiedu Envoy in Jinzhou could only be a decoration. The court would not reward the meritorious service, but would give Jinzhou Wei an excuse to refuse orders in the future.

However, the emperor's attitude was obviously worried that Jinzhou Webster would become powerful, and he recommended the governor of Jinzhou. If he refuted the appointment of the governor of Jinzhou, it would appear to be in collusion with Jinzhou Webster, so he could only suppress his anger. Keep a straight face and say nothing.

Prime Minister Du Rangneng fell silent. Zhaozong nodded in approval and sent an edict to appoint Zhaoxin Jiedushi to rule Junzhou, Fangzhou and Jinzhou.

The prince of Xicheng County served as the military envoy, and the military envoy of Jincheng served as the marching commander. In reward for his merits, he was granted the title of Marquis of Shiquan and General of Jinwu.

The next day, the emperor appointed Wei Zhaodu as Deputy Envoy of Zhaoxin Festival, but did not cancel the official position left in Luoyang.

...

Before the appointment of the imperial court was issued, Li Xian's messenger arrived in Jinzhou first. My grandfather gathered with his relatives and confidants. The relatives were Wei Xuan and his second uncle, and his confidants were dozens of generals.

"What do you think?" Grandpa asked, sitting in the main seat.

"How can the imperial court be so unreasonable? The rebels can get Jiedu envoys even if they surrender, but they are suspicious of us and appoint another Jiedu envoy." Second uncle Wei An said angrily.

Grandfather looked at Wei Xuan. Wei Xuan's appearance had darkened a lot. During these days, he often took charge of matters in the city. Seeing his father looking at him, he said calmly: "The court's actions are understandable. Naturally, they don't want us to occupy the upper reaches of the country."

Grandfather looked at Wei Fufeng, smiled and asked, "Fufeng, what do you think?"

Wei Fufeng bowed respectfully and said: "My grandson thinks it is a good thing, but the court refuses to reward meritorious deeds, and fails to save people in danger but still wants to reap the fruits. How can the soldiers and people of Jinzhou be convinced? What can the Xicheng County Prince serve as the Jiedushi? Soldiers Will you work for him?"

Grandfather smiled and nodded, and Wei Fufeng continued: "Since the imperial court has appointed the prince of Xicheng County as the governor, and now Jinzhou is devastated after the war, and the city has been renovated on a large scale, and the prince is suffering a lot from living here, it is better to ask the prince to go to Yanzhou. Live in Cencheng."

Grandfather put his hands on his hands and nodded, smiling and said: "That's right. The prince of the county should be in a safe place, and as a military envoy, living in Junzhou shows the court's intention to the Zhongyi Army. If the Zhongyi Army dares to attack the land of the prince, it is It’s a slap in the face of the imperial court.”

Everyone in the hall nodded, and my grandfather sneered: "My army is the defense envoy of the Jin and Shang Capital, and it governs Jinzhou. It is reasonable for Zhaoxin Jiedushi to be in Junzhou."

Everyone nodded, and the grandfather stood up and said: "Now that the appointment of the Jiedu Envoy has been finalized, and your official official positions have been secured, my army will first invite the king of the county to set off, and then reward you all."

Everyone agreed and stood up to end the meeting. His grandfather led his subordinates to leave the state government office. Wei Fufeng and his father also left and returned to the county government office.

On the way, Wei Xuan asked: "Fufeng, do you think it is better for a father to serve as governor of Jin, or as county magistrate?"

Wei Fufeng was slightly startled and said, "Grandpa asked Father?"

"Your second uncle said that your father should be appointed as the governor of Jin Dynasty." Wei Xuan said.

"The child feels that his father can do whatever he likes. In Jinzhou, although his father is the county magistrate, he is similar to the governor. The governor is in charge of military affairs. Although his father does not care about the military, he can still do things above the generals. If he is the chief

History, it seems inappropriate to interfere too much in civil affairs." Wei Fufeng replied.

Wei Xuan nodded and said: "As a father, I am still willing to serve as the county magistrate, and let your second uncle serve as the governor of Jin."

"Haier feels that the second uncle may not be willing to serve as the governor of Jin. I heard that the eighth uncle serves as the governor of Fangzhou. The second uncle may be interested in the official position of Jiedushi, such as the judge in charge of financial power." Wei Fufeng said.

Wei Xuan said: "Your second uncle is already the judge of the defense envoy of the Gold and Shang Capital."

"The Defense Envoy of Jin and Shangdu and the Military Envoy of Zhaoxin are just official positions. In fact, the military and finance are the same. The second uncle serves as the judge of Jiedushi. The official rank is the same as that of Jinzhou Governor Shi. As for the judge of Defense of Jinshangdu, someone will take over.

They can only be second uncle's subordinates." Wei Fufeng explained.

Wei Xuan nodded and said, "You are taking a lot of credit this time. Why don't you serve as governor of Jin and go to your father's aid to make your case?"

Wei Fufeng was speechless, with warmth in his heart, and then whispered: "My child cannot be the governor of Jin Dynasty."

"Why? You want to join the military?" Wei Xuan said.

"Haier is the military envoy of central Guizhou, the Marquis of Fufeng, and the military envoy of Fufeng. It is not appropriate for my son to serve in Jinzhou." Wei Fufeng replied.

"What? Are you the military governor?" Wei Xuan lost his voice and turned to look at his son in surprise.

Wei Fufeng hurriedly supported his father's right arm and whispered: "Dad, don't make it public. Grandfather does not allow children to reveal secrets."

Wei Xuan nodded subconsciously. He had always been in awe of his father, and then listened to Wei Fufeng's brief explanation. Finally, Wei Fufeng said: "My grandfather strictly ordered the child to keep it secret. The longer it can be kept, the better."

"So, your military strength on the tower comes from southern Sichuan?" Wei Xuan said.

Wei Fufeng nodded and said with a smile: "With the Southern Sichuan Army without children as secret troops, it is impossible for the fifth uncle to capture Junzhou and Fangzhou, and it is impossible to defend Jinzhou. The military secrets of children should not be leaked. The governor of Junzhou will suffer a big loss."

If we are defeated, if the Loyalty Army or other military forces invade in the future, we will also suffer heavy losses due to misjudgment."

Wei Xuan looked at his son with complicated eyes, and suddenly smiled bitterly and said: "I thought it was your grandfather who secretly accumulated great power."

Wei Fufeng said sternly: "The achievement here in Jinzhou cannot be achieved by a child alone. It is mainly due to my grandfather's planning and my father's achievements."

Wei Xuan nodded happily and whispered: "Let's go."

...

The father and son returned to the county government and went about their own business. Wei Fufeng met Lin Qingxue and Xiaoxue and asked them to prepare for leaving for Junzhou.

Afterwards, he left the county government office with his guards and went to the state government office to see his grandfather again. After waiting for half an hour in the state government office, his grandfather came back. He was very happy to see Wei Fufeng and directly told the prince of Xicheng County to go to Junzhou tomorrow.

Wei Fufeng bowed respectfully and said, "Grandpa, my grandson also wants to go to Junzhou to do business."

"What about the Taoist temple?" Grandfather smiled.

Wei Fufeng nodded and said: "The Taoist temple needs to be built earlier so that it can last longer to avoid causing public resentment."

Grandfather nodded and said, "You make the decision."

Wei Fufeng nodded and said: "In addition, there is a Buddhist temple in Yancen City. Since we respect Taoism and Xuanwu, Buddhism should not exist."

Grandfather was slightly startled, then thought for a moment and said, "You are talking about Bao'en Temple. It is a Buddhist temple built by Emperor Zhongzong of the Tang Dynasty. If we eradicate it, the consequences will outweigh the gains."

Wei Fufeng said: "To be honest with my grandfather, my grandson built a Buddhist temple in southern Sichuan in order to calm the minds of the refugees. However, there is a lack of eminent monks who understand Buddhism, so he wants to move Baoen Temple there. As for the location of Baoen Temple, it can be used for construction.

The palace is also the palace of Zhaoxin Jiedushi."

Grandfather laughed when he heard this, shook his head and said, "You do have a purpose, no wonder you decided to go to a Buddhist temple, but you go ahead and do it."

"Yes, grandson, take your leave." Wei Fufeng said respectfully.

...

After returning to the county office to say goodbye to his father, Wei Fufeng took his two lovers and led one hundred Fufeng troops to Junzhou. They boarded a boat at the Hanjiang pier and sailed down the river, arriving at Yancen City the next day.

In Yancen City, only the east city gate and the west city gate with the barbican are open, while the north city gate near the Han River is closed and the gate is closed.

The reason for closing is firstly for defense, and secondly because the rising water in the Han River can overwhelm the city gate, so the gate needs to be lowered to block the water.

The barbican at the east city gate was closely inspected and allowed by the defenders.

The soldiers guarding the city gate came from southern Sichuan. They didn't know that Lord Jiedushi was arriving, but they just carried out their duties seriously.

After entering the city, he was led by ten defenders and went to the state government office. When he arrived, he stopped outside the state government office to report.

After a while, nine soldiers came out. The leader was wearing chainmail, and behind them were soldiers in sackcloth carrying swords.

As soon as they met, the general who came out hurriedly saluted and said respectfully: "Han Rui, the Zuodu Lieutenant of Junzhou, pays homage to the military envoy."

During the siege of Jinzhou, all the armies in the city were controlled by Wei Fufeng. The Fufeng Army who pretended to be the Jincheng Army called him "Military Envoy". The generals training in other regiments also followed suit and called him "Military Envoy". They never knew that Wei Fufeng was the Fufeng Army Envoy.

Wei Fufeng nodded and said with a smile: "Han Rui, you have been appointed as the Zuodu Lieutenant of Junzhou. Congratulations."

"This subordinate has borrowed the blessing of the military envoy." Han Rui responded in a eloquent manner. He was born as a gangster in Shangluo County and was considered a ruthless person in the market.

Wei Fufeng smiled and asked, "Is fifth uncle here?"

"Your Excellency, the Jincheng Army Envoy, led his troops to besiege Wudang County. The gang of bastards pretended to surrender before, but now they are refusing to submit to the city," Han Rui replied.

Wei Fufeng nodded and said, "Is uncle here? Please inform me."

Han Rui nodded, turned around and went inside to report. He entered the Yamen and went to the second hall. He saw the governor enjoying tea. He went over to report respectfully, saying that Wei Xuan's son Fufeng came from Jinzhou and asked for an audience.

"Wei Fufeng? Oh, he's here." Wei Xun, the governor of Junzhou, subconsciously stood up and walked out.

Han Rui hurriedly stopped him and said respectfully: "Sir, Mr. Fufeng has asked you to report, so you don't need to go out."

Wei Xun shook his head and said: "You can't be rude when Fufeng comes. His official position is above that of his own. Public and private affairs have their own etiquette."

Han Rui was stunned and said: "Master Fufeng's official position is higher than that of your Excellency?"

Wei Xun nodded and said: "He is the military governor of southern Sichuan. He is given the title of Marquis of Fufeng. In terms of rank, he is from the third rank, which is above his own rank."

"Master Fufeng is the military governor of southern Sichuan?" Han Rui asked in surprise.

Han Rui frowned and said: "Most of the troops guarding this city are the Southern Sichuan Army, didn't you know?"

"My subordinates know, but they don't know that Mr. Fufeng is the military governor of southern Sichuan." Han Rui said with shame.

Wei Xun listened thoughtfully, and after a while, he said: "You don't know that Fufeng is the military governor of southern Sichuan. That's because I said something that shouldn't be said. You have to keep your mouth shut."

Han Rui nodded hurriedly and said: "Yes, I will pretend that I have not heard about it."

Wei Xun nodded and continued walking out after Han Rui got out of the way.
Chapter completed!