Han Shizu

Chapter 1200 Future General
On the other side, Wang Quanbin and Pan Mei had already rested, and both sat on the field ridge.In the first month of the seventh year of Kaibao, the two almost became the protagonists, the two most dazzling stars in the court, attracting the attention of all.

Wang Quanbin was promoted to the Duke of Pingnan County, Pan Mei went further, and was promoted to the Duke of Fanyang County. It has to be said that Yang Ye and Pan Mei, more or less, received special treatment from Emperor Liu.

Of course, this is not a matter of fairness or unfairness, it's just that Emperor Liu occasionally splashed a little water while ensuring that the water in the basin was as flat as possible.Furthermore, Yang Ye, Pan Mei, Shi Shouxin, and Cao Bin are the commanders-in-chief of the Han army who have taken over the banner of their predecessors in Emperor Liu's heart.

After all, veterans like Wang Quanbin and Xiang Xun are old after all, while peers like Chai Rong, Zhao Kuangyin, and Gao Huaide have already begun to be restricted by Emperor Liu due to various political factors.

Chai Rong has been resting for another year and a half because of his father's death; Zhao Kuangyin is in the military department, but he is confused about what to do next; Probably won't let him take charge anymore.

Since entering Kaibao six years ago, Emperor Liu has begun to strengthen his work in army building, the most important of which is the rejuvenation of soldiers.

The resumes of generals and school officers can be long, but officers and soldiers at the grassroots level are not.Ten years have passed since the Northern Expedition, and ten years is enough for the army to update and iterate.

Compared with the local frontier states, the situation of the Central Forbidden Army is better. After all, elite soldiers from all over the country are going to Beijing for garrison one after another.However, a certain amount of aging is still unavoidable, and Emperor Liu is targeting low-level officers and soldiers over the age of 35.

During this year, Emperor Liu further promoted Qingjun and some generals with weak qualifications to lead the army. At the same time, he also dismissed a large number of old soldiers, replenished fresh blood, and improved combat effectiveness.

Among them, nearly 5000 people were eliminated from the Imperial Guards in the two capitals alone.Regarding the army, Emperor Liu has always been cautious and considerate in his affairs, and his treatment has never been bad.

Those who were eliminated basically made proper arrangements. The officers were directly transferred to officials, and the soldiers were either transferred to auxiliary soldiers, or used as government servants, arresters, postmen, and transfers. This round of screening and elimination involves the replacement of a large number of old and new personnel in the military and political system.

And for those who have completely retired, enough money and food are also given.Although the rectification last year was at the will of Emperor Liu, Li Chuyun, the privy envoy who was in charge of handling the matter, also received some attacks, and some generals, officers and soldiers who were unwilling to move their positions complained about him.

It is conceivable that by the seventh year of Kaibao, the reorganization of internal and external troops will continue.Ordinary people would only think that the court was tossing about, but those with a sense of strategy could see that Emperor Liu was preparing for war, gathering strength and gathering strength, and it was conceivable who he was targeting.

However, Wang Quanbin and Pan Mei, who had just returned to Beijing, were not aware of these movements and signs.The two of them had little or no contact in the past, but they were the most famous generals in the past three or two years.

There is no grievance, no conflict of interest, and the two of them communicate happily.Wang Quanbin is getting older and older. The environment in the Southwest is harsh, and he has gone through such arduous journeys and battles. His body has already been overwhelmed.In fact, he was able to walk out of Dali's poor mountains and rivers normally, which has exceeded many people's expectations.

In view of this, Emperor Liu allowed him to work with him depending on the situation.Compared with the aging Wang Quanbin, Pan Mei can be described as a young man in her prime, in her 40s, with a personable demeanor and a handsome old man.

"The prince Dali fought with great courage and extraordinary courage, enough to be handed down to the world, and will be praised forever!" Pan Mei said with emotion: "Beautiful, I am ashamed of myself!"

"Zhongxun is too famous!" Wang Quanbin no longer had the arrogance of the past, and when he returned to court, even if he was full of glory, he seemed to be restrained as a whole.Faced with Pan Mei's praise, she sighed softly: "Thinking about it after the war, it was too risky, and I'm afraid even now, if there is a slight mistake, the whole army will be wiped out!"

"In the battle of Dali, too many soldiers were killed or killed, so many loyal and brave men, their souls returned to foreign lands, their bones were buried in other places, and even the bones were not left!" Wang Quanbin said, his old eyes turned red, and he pointed to the top of his head, saying: "By Lord Mo If you say that you are a Marquis, once you succeed in everything, you will be ashamed of this old man's title!"

Hearing this, Pan Mei also fell into silence. He is also a veteran general who leads troops in battle all the year round, so he can understand Wang Quanbin's mood.He cupped his hands and said: "The prince loves soldiers, I admire the beauty!"

Looking at him, he said comfortingly: "The soldiers of the Southern Expedition are all heroes. If they are sacrificed to Zhao Lie, their spirits will be immortal! Casualties are inevitable in wars. The battle of Dali certainly caused huge casualties, but if the princes did not intersperse boldly, If it hits the heart directly, the end of the war will probably take longer, and given the terrain and conditions in the southwest, the price paid by the imperial court will be incalculable, and the casualties of soldiers may be even heavier!"

Hearing his explanation, Wang Quanbin finally recovered, ignored the dirt on his hands, wiped his face, and said: "Fortunately, the old man made the right bet, and he succeeded by chance, otherwise, how could he be worthy of those perishing robes?"

After finishing speaking, Wang Quanbin glanced at Pan Mei again, with a look of admiration: "You and I are both leading the army in the south. Zhongxun Ping'an South also fought well. The damage is not large, and it has the effect of defeating the enemy without fighting!"

Pan Mei shook her head and waved her hands again, and replied: "It's no match for a prince. After all, Dali is an independent country with roots and foundations, and there are more dangers in the mountains and rivers. Annan is not the same. It is torn apart and civil strife is endless. Let me take this opportunity , the two are incomparable!"

Soon, both of them entered into a mode of bragging about each other's business, and they both talked about each other's ability to use troops to overcome difficulties.
"Zhongxun is deeply trusted by His Majesty, and this return to court will definitely entrust him with a heavy responsibility!" Finally, Wang Quanbin sighed softly with a trace of complicated emotions in his old eyes.

Hearing this, Pan Mei respectfully bowed in the direction of Emperor Liu, and said: "His Majesty has promoted me, I just want to repay you wholeheartedly, it all depends on His Majesty's arrangement."

While the generals were talking, Emperor Liu also took a rest.The hoe was stuck in the field, and he sat on the handle, and called the prince Liu Yang, who was also dressed as a farmer, and listened to the discussion of the generals while entering the water.

It's not that Emperor Liu has a good ear, but someone specifically reported it.He wasn't surprised by Wang Yansheng's behavior at all. This rough guy has always been like this, but now, he is more thoughtful and shrewd.

However, the words "military spirit can be used" still flashed in his mind. Obviously, the incentive effect of Shangyuan's bestowal is being reflected.

Regarding the exchange between Wang Quanbin and Pan Mei, Emperor Liu asked Liu Yang for his opinion.Liu Yang didn't even know what Emperor Liu's intentions were, so he could only give his thoughts based on his own understanding: "Mr. Fan Yang is very loyal, and Mr. Pingnan is a real general!"

Regarding this, Emperor Liu chuckled.Wang Quanbin's performance did not have the effect of adding points to Emperor Liu. If such a ruthless person really thinks that he will cry for the soldiers who died, it would be too naive.
Just to explore the way, hundreds of elite soldiers were sacrificed before and after. Before implementing the siege plan, did they not know the danger and foresee the death and injury situation?

What Emperor Liu was thinking about was why Wang Quanbin was pretending to be like this, to set up a person?Or for something else?
Emperor Liu didn't express these dark speculations directly. He looked at Liu Yang and asked him directly: "The second general, Wang Pan, will return to court. How do you think they should be arranged?"

Liu Yang was surprised again. Regarding personnel affairs, especially military appointments and dismissals, Liu Yang always abided by his duty and was unwilling to intervene more.But Emperor Liu asked his opinion again, and he hesitated, but facing Emperor Liu's strong eyes, he still gave an answer: "Put in the imperial army to lead the army!"

This answer is too common, and it was also the most common practice for returning generals in the past.

Emperor Liu said softly: "Pan Mei is still a general, and it's time for Wang Quanbin to retire."

(End of this chapter)