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"In front of the emperor, who dares to be presumptuous? Dismount quickly."

Before she finished speaking, the woman reined in her mount.With a long hiss from the war horse, the man stood up, kicked a few steps with two bowl-sized horse hooves, and then landed lightly, the huge body was as light as a swallow, and landed silently.

The woman on the horse looked at Tian Chou curiously, and said with a smile: "Your Majesty, where did this warrior come from? Loyalty and bravery are commendable."

Liu Xie put the saber back into its sheath and gently pushed Tian Chou away. "Zitai, this is Ma Yunlu, Marquis of Ganting, the female cavalry governor of Yulin. Yunlu, this is Tian Chou, Tian Zitai, a righteous man from Youzhou."

Ma Yunlu's eyes lit up, he got off his horse, and bowed his hands in salute. "It turned out to be Tian Jun of Youzhou, who has been admiring him for a long time."

Tian Chou was also stunned, looked at Ma Yunlu, then turned to look at Liu Xie. "Women can... be named Marquis?"

"Why can't women be named marquises?" Liu Xie took the knife from Tian Chou, inserted it into the scabbard, and pulled Tian Chou back to his seat. "She is a marquis who also earned it by virtue of her military exploits. Isn't the head of the leader of the Red Sun tribe, Luo Luoluo, worth a Marquis of Ting?"

Tian Chou took a deep breath. "The commander of the Red Sun Tribe was beheaded by her?"

"It's absolutely true." Liu Xie turned to look at Ma Yunlu and asked why he came.

Ma Yunlu was very indifferent to Tian Chou's surprise, she was used to such scenes.Men have an inexplicable self-confidence, always feel that women are inferior to men, the more talented men are, the more so, only the emperor is an exception.

"Your Majesty, the training of the female army has been completed, with a total of 38 knights. There are 250 Han Chinese, 410 and nine Qiang people, 65 and three Xianbei people, and [-] other Hu women from the Western Regions. You can review them at any time."

Liu Xie nodded. "There are quite a few Han people. We will pick some after arriving in Hanyang and Guanzhong."

"only."

"Get ready for a review when you arrive in Wuwei." Liu Xie thought for a while, and then said: "It's just under Nanshan, where you used to train. It can be regarded as the place where women cavalry first started."

"Wei." Ma Yunlu said: "I plan to recruit more Han women who can read and write into the camp. There are too many affairs in the camp, and the chief secretary and long history are too busy, and the promotion of enlightenment is too slow."

"feasible."

Ma Yunlu said a few more words to Liu Xie, got on his horse, glanced at Tian Chou, bowed his hands in salute, turned the horse's head, and galloped away.

It took Tian Chou a long time to react, and he looked at Liu Xie with incredible eyes. "Your Majesty... Your Majesty built a female army?"

"It's only a thousand people, but a battalion, not an army." Liu Xie greeted Tian Chou to take his seat, with a smile in his eyes. "Worthy of being a famous scholar in Youzhou, he is very athletic. How about it, are you interested in joining the army?"

Tian Chou was slightly startled, but then he realized that he was not humble. "If your majesty sends troops to Yi County, I would like to be your majesty's forerunner."

"I'm afraid Gongsun Zan won't last until then." Liu Xie patted his knee. "Besieged by an army of 10,000+, Gongsun Zan couldn't fly. The reason why he has been able to survive until now, as you said, is that Yuan Shao, Liu He and others were suspicious of each other and couldn't go all out. As long as they can work together, Gongsun Zan will definitely be defeated, and it is very likely that he will not be able to persist." Summer solstice."

He paused, and then said, "You probably won't see him for the last time."

Tian Chou was surprised and delighted. "I hope that as Your Majesty said, I hate this man, wish him a speedy death, and don't want to see him."

"But I don't think so."

Tian Chou was taken aback for a moment, and his heart that had just been let go picked up again. "Your Majesty... what do you think?"

"Gongsun Zan was a cruel man, and he was guilty of killing innocent people indiscriminately. But he was also a man of meritorious service for his country. People in Youzhou avenged their old masters, and Liu He avenged their fathers. In collusion, he attacked and killed Gongsun Zan for his own selfish desire. After this battle, those Xianbei and Wuhuan who had been favored by the Grand Tutor may follow Yuan Shao to fight against the court."

Liu Xie sneered. "Do I still want to cheer for him?"

Tian Chou was not in a hurry, and immediately said: "Xianbei and Wuhuan both felt the Taifu, so they came here at the invitation. If your majesty regards the Taifu's son as the shepherd of Youzhou, and he is in charge of Youzhou, just like when the Taifu was there, Xianbei , Wuhuan will naturally not be an enemy of the imperial court. Even Yuan Shao, in front of His Majesty Tianwei, can only bow his head and proclaim himself a minister."

Liu Xie raised his eyelids. "Liu He is the shepherd of Youzhou?"

Tian Chou stood up and bowed again. "The ministers and others discussed together to plan for the imperial court and Youzhou. Using Liu He as the shepherd of Youzhou can save the emergency. When the world is settled, Your Majesty will return to the old capital, and then call Liu He to serve in the court and share the peace. Wouldn't it be beautiful? .”

Liu Xie remained silent, but there was a bit of sarcasm in his eyes.

Tian Chou came all the way, representing the people of Youzhou, to seek the post of shepherd in Youzhou for Liu He.

But he didn't say anything.

The concept of monarch and ministers in the Han Dynasty has a legacy from the pre-Qin period, which is not the same as that of later generations.The magistrate of a county, the prefect of a county, and the state shepherd and governor of a state are all monarchs, so the county magistrate is called the court, and the prefect, state shepherd, and governor are called the emperor.

For a person like Tian Chou who has no official position in the imperial court but has been dismissed by Liu Yu, Liu Yu is the old master, but he, the emperor, is not.

He doesn't like this relationship between monarch and minister, and wants to change it, but right now he can't force Tian Chou to accept it.

He needs more time.

Facts are facts, but he can not accept Tian Chou's request.Regardless of whether Liu He still has the imperial court in his heart, he doesn't have to accept it.

This kind of expedient measure is often the root of disaster. Once the convention is established, it will be difficult to change it back later.

It is admitted that Liu Hezi inherited his father's business and took over Youzhou Mu, so isn't it legal and reasonable for Liu Zhang to take over Yizhou?Yuan Shao professed his minister verbally and became the shepherd of Jizhou. Will Yuan Tan succeed him in the future?After Liu Biao died, Jingzhou should also be handed over to his son?

This is not the empire he wanted, but turning the clock back in history and returning to the feudal era.The chronic disease that led to the collapse of the Eastern Han Dynasty-the tyranny has not been eliminated, but has been strengthened.

I live in the frontier, sleep in the open, lie on the ice and climb the snow, is it for this?

ridiculous.

Chapter 545 The Bystander Clear

Tian Chou didn't get any reply from the emperor and was left alone.

He had been mentally prepared and was not in a hurry, waiting for Zhao Yun to pick him up and go to the tent.

The tent is very simple. Xingzai is preparing to evacuate Xiu Tuze, and he can leave tomorrow and the day after tomorrow. Many things have already been loaded into the car, and only some necessities for life are left.

Even though Tian Chou and his family moved to Xuwu Mountain to live in seclusion, they traveled thousands of miles and experienced the most difficult days. When they saw the simplicity of the tent, they were still a little surprised, and subconsciously wondered if the emperor was angry and deliberately targeted him.

Zhao Yun saw his doubts and told him that Xiu Tuze's conditions were limited and everyone was similar.In addition to more official documents and books in the Tianzi's account, it will not be much better than yours.

Tian Chou was surprised and didn't say anything more.Since the emperor can bear it, there is nothing he can't bear.

Tian Chou invited Zhao Yun to a seat, briefly explaining his purpose, and hoped that Zhao Yun could help him speak.He rushed to Xiu Tuze, knowing that his task was arduous, and he had to ask Zhao Yun for help if he wanted to complete the task.

Zhao Yun held the tea bowl and was silent for a while. "Zitai, don't worry, just stay for a few more days."

"Is it okay to stay a few days longer?"

"A gentleman does it when he sees it. If it's not enough, it's not appropriate to move lightly." Zhao Yun smiled. "Since you've arrived here, Yuan Shao's watch must be arriving soon. Let's see what Yuan Shao's attitude is, and it won't be too late."

Tian Chou raised his eyebrows and nodded.He reckoned that Yuan Shao's performance table was coming soon.Yuan Shao fought on two fronts. In order to take down Gongsun Zan, Yuan Shao had to make concessions to the people of Jizhou and sent [-] people from Jizhou, but he still couldn't quickly conquer Yijing.Once the emperor goes east, Yuan Shao must be caught in a two-front battle, and it is impossible not to be in a hurry.

"I heard from the emperor that when we arrive in Wuwei, we will review the women's army. Can I participate?"

"Of course." Zhao Yun agreed. "The purpose of the emperor's establishment of the women's army is to let the world know that there are talents among women. Going to Wuwei to review it is also to let more people see it."

"Women become an army, I always feel it's inappropriate." Tian Chou breathed out. "Among the more than 300 people Ma Yunlu mentioned, only [-] are Han Chinese, and the rest are either Qiang or Xianbei. Isn't this appropriate?"

"There are indeed not many Han people, but it's not that the Han people can't do it, but that there are many Xianbei people captured just now, and it is relatively easy to pick out women who are suitable for the army. When they arrive in the inner county, more women will naturally join the army, and the Han people will naturally become the main force. .”

"How many girl armies does the emperor want to build?" Tian Chou's brows became pimples.

Zhao Yun smiled and glanced at Tian Chou. "Don't worry. You may have the answer after reading the female army review."

Tian Chou was a little hurt.

He felt that Zhao Yun looked at him with an indescribable contempt, as if he was a vulgar person.He had contact with Zhao Yun before, and Zhao Yun had never seen him like this.

"How is the situation in northern Hebei?" Zhao Yun changed the subject and asked about the situation in his hometown. "What method did Yuan Shao use to summon so many troops? In terms of Hukou in northern Hebei, this is almost a waste of money."

Tian Chou told what he knew, and Zhao Yun smiled softly after listening. "Sure enough. In order to win, Yuan Shao did not hesitate to drink poison to quench his thirst, and he fell deeper and deeper."

Tian Chou looked at Zhao Yun in surprise, becoming more and more puzzled.

Yuan Shaoyi valued Jizhou people, especially those from northern Hebei. As a native of Hebei, why did Zhao Yun have such an attitude?

"Doesn't the Son of Heaven also rely heavily on people?" Tian Chou said, deliberately not mentioning the words "drinking poison to quench thirst".In his opinion, the Son of Heaven is no different from Yuan Shao, they both rely on the power of a certain place, the only difference is that the Son of Heaven relies heavily on Bingliangbian Prefecture, while Yuan Shao relies heavily on the hinterland of the Central Plains like Yanyu, Qingji.

"You are right, but not right," Zhao Yun said.

"Also ask Zilong for advice."

"The Bingliang people that the emperor relies on are all Bingliang people, including Han people and Qiang people. They include outstanding people like Jia Shizhong and Han Zhenxi, as well as ordinary herdsmen." Zhao Yun took a sip of tea. "Can Yuan Shao win the support of ordinary people in Jizhou?"

Tian Chou was slightly startled, and then understood what Zhao Yun meant.A flash of inspiration flashed in his mind, and he let out a low voice.

"Great, the Son of Heaven is really smart. Put it to death and then live, people abandon me and take it, and win by surprise."

Zhao Yun smiled and remained silent.

-

A few days later, Liu Xie set off and left Xiu Tuze, who had been staying for more than a year.

Xiu Tuze regained his calm, and hundreds of herdsmen stayed behind, grazing for a living.

Watered by the blood left over from last year's war, Xiu Tuze's grassland was extraordinarily lush this year, and a thick layer of green was laid beside Xiu Tuze.

Tian Chou followed.They travel together during the day and have their own tent at night.No matter how busy Zhao Yun was, he would come over to see him and have a chat.

Tian Chou never saw the emperor, but he saw the female army, and several times he had close contact with several female knights.

What surprised him was not that there were many blond and blue-eyed bearded women in the female army, but that these female riders, without exception, were all skilled in riding and strong in martial arts.They talked, laughed and played on horseback, as light as swallows, as fierce as eagles, no less than men.

Tian Chou estimated that these female knights could easily defeat him in a one-on-one contest.Even in battle, these knights are not inferior to men.

No wonder Ma Yunlu was able to kill the commander of the Kuangsha tribe, and he was named a marquis for his meritorious service.With such an elite knight, it is not difficult to defeat the Xianbei, even if it is a woman...or an ordinary man.

Suddenly, Tian Chou looked forward to the upcoming review.

In mid-April, the emperor and his party rushed to Wuwei.

Entering Wuwei County, the originally loose and casual team became serious.Tian Chou never saw the knights walking in twos and threes again. All of them strictly guarded their posts and did not dare to leave the team without authorization.The female knights couldn't be seen anymore, Tian Chou only saw it once in a while, there were dozens of female knights guarding the queen's carriage.

Tian Chou saw the eldest son of the emperor, holding it in the hands of a middle-aged woman.The eldest son of the emperor looked at the passing knights, grinning his teeth-less mouth, with inexplicable excitement in his eyes.

Tian Chou took a look from a distance, and suddenly thought of Brother Yuan Tan, and couldn't help feeling sad for Yuan Shao.

Even if Yuan Shao can persist, his successor is not the opponent of the emperor, let alone the opponent of the descendants of the emperor. Those pampered and spoiled high-school children have never suffered such hardships.

The arrival of the emperor made Wuwei lively.There were more and more people standing by the side of the road watching, and many half-grown children even squeezed closer, sized up the solemn knight with curious eyes, and even reached out to touch the knight's boots if they were brave enough.

The knights sat on their horses and remained motionless, but they did not glare at these daring children.

Empress Fushou and nobleman Xun Wenqian would open the car windows and greet the onlookers when they parked for a rest, and they would come down when they parked, ask some children to ask questions, and reward some snacks.Every time this time came, the eldest son of the emperor would be extremely excited, waving his arms vigorously and giggling.

Seeing all this, Tian Chou often has an illusion.

Is this really the way of the Son of Heaven?

Chapter 546

After arriving in Wuwei, Liu Xie immediately issued an edict to the Wuwei prefect's mansion, asking the Wuwei prefect to issue an announcement.

The emperor will review it at the foot of Nanshan Mountain, and the common people are welcome to watch.

As soon as the news came out, Wuwei was boiling.

The emperor stayed in Xiu Tuze, and broke through the Western Xianbei before the new year.A large number of people who were captured by the Xianbei returned to their homes. Countless Xianbei who were once vicious became captives, their right thumb was amputated, and they became half useless.In order to survive, they had to beg for mercy from the Han people they once despised, and would rather be slaves.

The morale of the people has risen to the extreme, and those rangers who have spontaneously formed a team and followed the army to pursue them have also become heroes praised by everyone.

Merchants came upon hearing the news, both to buy booty and to buy slaves.Xianbei slaves are very popular, especially among young women.They have snow-white skin, blond hair, and a strong exotic style that is rarely seen in Han people, making them in short supply.

The people of Wuwei and Zhangye then made a windfall.

Behind the joy of the Han people, those Xianbei people who were old and frail, or ugly, and worthless were killed in large numbers.

Apart from the carnival, the Son of Heaven has become a legend among countless people, and the soldiers who participated in the battle have also become omnipotent warriors. The unheard of female soldiers are especially popular.They are the embodiment of beauty and bravery, which have attracted the hearts of countless men and envied countless women.

But most people have never seen a female soldier.

The number of female soldiers is too small, no more than a hundred before the war. They are either the family members of officials or the daughters of tribal leaders. They live far away from ordinary people.Even if they go home, they are unlikely to have close contact with ordinary people.

This time the women's army was formally formed, and they were going to participate in the review, which immediately attracted the attention of countless people.They traveled hundreds of miles, riding horses and bringing tents, came from nearby county towns, and set up camp at the foot of Nanshan Mountain, waiting to enjoy the rare grand ceremony.

Within a few days, tens of thousands of people gathered at the foot of Nanshan Mountain.Someone took the opportunity to start a business and made a small profit.

The free battalions of the Forbidden Army in Xiu Tuze did not dare to be negligent.While sticking to their posts to prevent illegal driving, they stepped up training and prepared to show their skills during the review.

Tian Chou has no official status and has full freedom.He often wandered outside the camp, contacting people of all kinds, inquiring about their perceptions of the emperor, and understanding the hearts of the people in Liangzhou.Zhao Yun told him that the Son of Heaven could not only win the hearts of the big clans in Liangzhou, but also the support of ordinary people in Liangzhou. He was dubious and wanted to verify it himself.

After watching it for a few days, he confirmed Zhao Yun's point of view, but at the same time he also found that Yuan Shao couldn't learn from it.

Shandong is densely populated, there is no free land, and a large amount of land is concentrated in the hands of the rich.If Yuan Shao wants to gain the support of ordinary people, he must seize the land from the big clan, and this will inevitably turn the big clan against each other.

This is a deadlock, there is no solution.

Emperor Guangwu of Zhongxing Dahan failed to do it back then, let alone Yuan Shao.

Therefore, Tian Chou thought of a question: After the emperor entered the fortress, should he follow the strategy of Liangzhou to seize the land from the big clan?

Zhao Yun didn't answer his question directly, but suggested that he go to Hedong and Hanyang to have a look.

Xun Yu is the Yin of Hedong, and he promotes the kingly way. His policy plans are basically decided by himself, and the emperor will review them, but generally they will not veto them.Yang Xiu served as the prefect of Hanyang, and he was also promoting the kingly way. He also decided on his own plan and reported it to the emperor for review.

It's just that the mountains, rivers, water and soil of the two counties are different, and their plans are also somewhat different.