The four dukes and twelve marquises were all meritorious deeds of founding the country.
However, the two generations of Taizu and Gaozu almost destroyed the country's fate.
It was a little too much to say that he was engaging in militarism.
However, when the country was founded, there was not much foundation.
Emperor Taizu was a pure emperor on horseback.
When Emperor Gaozu was young, he followed Taizu.
This brave ability was not much different.
The two emperors almost emptied the national treasury and the rations of the people.
Only then did the territory of the Great Qian Dynasty completely settle down.
When the Retired Emperor ascended the throne,
Only a mess was left behind…
In the first thirty years or so, he was still diligent in government affairs and loved the people.
Through various decrees and the efforts of the nobles, the situation was stabilized.
But when he was old, he began to indulge in pleasure.
Traveling around the world many times was a huge expense!
Now, he was even addicted to cultivating and refining pills.
However, in the eyes of the officials and nobles, the Retired Emperor,
Especially the founding lineage and Yuanping lineage.
Until now, they were practically following the Retired Emperor's lead!
Ten years after Emperor Long Zheng ascended the throne,
Whenever they encountered important military matters, they would go to Dragon Head Palace to request a memorial.
For a proud person,
For an emperor,
This was a great humiliation!
But now, the military power was not in his hands.
Emperor Long Zheng didn't dare to reveal his schemes.
For the first time, someone thanked only himself.
Instead of thanking the Retired Emperor first,
Emperor Long Zheng suddenly felt that he had planned to use the Jia and Wang Clans as blades.
Should I postpone it first?
He wanted to see if Jia Cong could bring him a new surprise!
"Hahaha, quickly get up. You're a meritorious minister. Zhen likes you very much!”
"Minister Niu, you have not only done a great job in the northwest border defense, but you have also displayed the might of Great Gan.”
"You have the bearing of the Duke of Guarding Country back then! This time, Zhen will reward you well!"
Niu Jizong cupped his fists and bowed.
"Thank you, Your Majesty! When I was in the northwest, I only made a small contribution. It was all thanks to the Retired Emperor and the Emperor's kindness that I was able to make many military achievements.”
Emperor Long Zheng's eyes behind the crown narrowed slightly.
He ordered the eunuch beside him,"
"Read the decree!"
"Here!"
Eunuch Xia Shouzhong unfolded the imperial edict and read it aloud,"
"Niu Jizong of the Defender Duke's Mansion has been guarding the border for many years. He has worked hard and made great contributions.”
"He even led his troops to destroy a large number of elites from the Three Flags and raised the prestige of our country!”
"I am specially bestowed with the rank of First Earl and Cloud Cavalry Captain. In addition, I will be the commander of the Blue Sky Camp, commanding 50,000 troops!”
Niu Jizong was a little unwilling to accept this.
However, he still obediently knelt down to thank the emperor.
He thought he could get a Marquis.
He didn't expect that he would only be promoted from second-class uncle to first-class uncle in the end.
Although I'm now a captain of the cloud cavalry,
However, it would be troublesome if he wanted to promote his title!
Eunuch Xia Shouzhong continued to read the contents of the imperial edict.
"Niu Qing, the heir of the Defender Duke's Public House, led three thousand cavalrymen to disrupt the enemy's line of sight."
"Hou Lian, the heir of the Duke of Xiu, led 500 vanguards to attack the enemy camp."
"Xie Mo, the heir of the Marquis of Ding City, led 500 spies to set fire to the enemy's rations."
As the orders were issued,
The younger generation was overjoyed.
Emperor Long Zheng, who was sitting on the dragon throne, looked at these youngsters.
Looking at Niu Jizong in front of him, his gaze was somewhat inexplicable.
When Jia Cong was the only one left,
Xia Shouzhong glanced at him strangely and quickly read,"
"Jia Cong, the bastard son of Rong Kingdom, personally led 3,000 death row prisoners to attack the enemy camp at night and kill the Banner Lord of the White Flag.”
"He offered to ambush the Tartar reinforcements and even thought of suturing the wounds to reduce the casualties by thirty percent.”
"Over the past three years, there have been more than 20 battles, big and small.”
"In addition, Jia Cong will be promoted to the position of Commander of the Imperial Guards!”
As soon as Xia Shouzhong finished speaking,
The civil and military officials standing on both sides of the court glanced at Jia Cong from the corner of their eyes.
Jia Cong obediently knelt down and thanked him.
"I'm General. I thank Your Majesty for your kindness!"
"Your Majesty's kindness, I will remember it in my heart. In the future, I will definitely repay you with my death!”
The officials on both sides looked at the young Jia Cong.
He was calculating in his heart.
Could it be that the Jia family was going to produce another hero?
Was the Fengshui of Rong Mansion that good?
There were two generations of Duke Rong,
And now, there was a first class viscount.
He was only fifteen years old!
The more Emperor Long Zheng looked at Jia Cong, the more satisfied he was.
However, could this chess piece be used in the future? Was it good?
It would depend on the next series of tests.
"Alright, my dear ministers, you're tired from the journey. Quickly return to the residence to remove your armor!”
"Have a good rest for a few days. I'll take over at the beginning of next month!”
The civil and military officials all left in order.
After leaving the Great Ming Palace,
They gathered in twos and threes.
The nobles of the Yuanping lineage left with their noses and faces.
The founding family members surrounded Niu Jizong and congratulated him.
"Old Bull, you've grown some face this time. You've only been guarding the border for three years and you've already become a first-class uncle.”
"What do you know? His Majesty should give him a wait for such a great contribution!”
"You're the one who's out of your mind. How much credit does a Marquis need?!”
"These Tartars won't be able to invade for at least two or three years.”
"Old Bull, you are now in charge of the Lantian camp. My youngest son has been ignorant and incompetent recently.”
"Right, right, right. I also have a good-for-nothing in my family. Old Bull, help me teach him a lesson.”
Niu Jizong was still feeling a little uncomfortable.
But now that he was complimented by everyone, he laughed heartily.
At this moment, Jia Cong was following Jia Zheng.
After saying two sentences,
A few youths who were guarding the border surrounded him.
He first bowed to Jia Zheng, then smiled at Jia Cong and said,"
"Brother Cong, I have a younger brother who is also a concubine. I don't know."
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