Royal Road

Leaving Bingzhou for more than a month, for Sima Teng, it can be said that life is like a year. The controversy was completely wiped out, and the coalition's attack on Ye was also abandoned halfway, and even the back road was copied. Thanks to the restoration of the food road, the army can be full, otherwise it will really be hungry to return to Bingzhou.

All these things, one by one, made Sima Teng angrily, and he wished to arrest and severely punish all the mediocre officials who did bad things. However, when the main gate of the Prefects' Mansion opened wide, the handsome man in a black shirt with a sick face greeted him out. The full of anger suddenly lost the direction of the eruption. After speaking dryly, Sima Teng followed Liang Feng into the Prefect.

The Taishou Mansion was still the mansion, but the officials who came to greet him were less than half. Look at the trembling officials, and then look at the jade man who sits upright and sits upright. Sima Teng gave a dry cough and said, "I never thought that it was Zixi who saved the Shangdang party this time. I wonder why Zixi came to Shangdang suddenly?"

"Before the prefectural palace suddenly came to conquer. This matter was too weird, so I went to the prefectural government and I really saw through the tricks of the strict thieves." Liang Feng's answer was simple, neither exaggerating nor elaborating, and said lightly. The reason for the matter was out. It's like what he did is not an important task that is enough to save the Shangdang and the lifeline of the army, but a trivial matter that is not mentioned.

Sima Teng couldn't help but be speechless. Is this an attitude of inviting credit? Naturally not. This person is just like when he first saw him, without arrogance or flattery. Elegant and handsome, not surprised at all changes, a celebrity demeanor. But what he did is indeed a great achievement. No reward is not enough to reassure the army.

After a moment of silence, Sima Teng put a smile on his face: "If Zixi should have opened the general's mansion back then, I am afraid that no one would be able to solve this crisis. Such a great accomplishment should be a reward for meritorious deeds. I will report it to the court. , For you to be appointed as an official, and as a gift to the diners."

He didn't mention any actual official positions, just mention them collectively. Liang Feng didn’t have any joy on his face, but instead he bowed his hand: “I’m not asking for anything else when I come to the Shangdang. It’s just that the Shangdang is in danger and cannot be explored by outsiders. However, the Xiongnu are powerful and domineering, and if there is The heart of conspiracy is in danger! If you look to the east to win the public, be cautious and don't be negligent."

what? Did he come to Lucheng just because he was wary of the five Huns? Sima Teng couldn't help but said, "Didn't Zixi know Liu Duwei?"

The subtext of this statement is clear. Don’t you believe in Buddhism, have close contacts with Liu Xuan, and ask him to make a name for himself? Why is there a sudden attack on the five Huns now?

Liang Feng shook his head solemnly: "The kid is not talented. The scriptures and porcelain are just for the winter to change leather materials. Since last year, there have been few leather sellers on the market, and the sales of the five stores have been reduced by more than 70%. Not only that. Even the grain and grass are not exported. In addition to this Shangdang turmoil, the Xiongnu sent out five hundred fine horses, which is not a good omen. If Yecheng is defeated, Liu Yuanhai returns to his clan, I am afraid that disaster will happen!"

These words greatly exceeded Sima Teng's expectations. However, just by looking at the other person's serious expression, he knew that this was probably not a lie. If the five Huns rebelled, then Bingzhou could bear the brunt and face the soldiers.

His complexion changed again and again, Sima Teng finally said: "Zixi is very worried, I will go to Jinyang just now."

With this sentence, Liang Feng just made a relieved expression, and took a few more documents. There are recent county affairs, documents to strengthen customs and defense, and a record of demonstrating merits in suppressing the rebellious party. Everything is clearly understood, showing how serious the people who deal with these matters.

After handing over these things, Liang Feng took out the prefectural seal and handed it to Sima Teng: "This thing should also be handed over to Dongying."

Sima Teng looked at the seal with a complex expression. If someone else takes this seal, I am afraid that I will have to work hard to climb to a high position, how can I return it to him so lightly?

Regardless of the other party's mood, Liang Feng calmly bowed after reporting everything.

After tapping his finger on the case for a long time, Sima Teng ordered someone to bring in Linghu Kuang who had also done a great job. In the face of such a family hero, Sima Teng's attitude was more relaxed, and he smiled and praised: "It is worthy of the tiger, if there is no Captain Linghu to take the city and kill the enemy, the army is afraid that it will not be able to return safely. This merit is a reward. !"

It's been so long after hard work. Linghu Kuang hurriedly saluted and thanked him. The five-hundred first rank plus the merits of regaining Huguan and rectifying the army were enough to make Linghu Kuang rise several ranks in succession, and because he was quite popular in the army, Sima Teng made the decision, promoted him to the general of Zhechong, and appointed him at the same time. Command thousands of soldiers and horses and guard the Shangdang.

Linghu Kuang's uncle was just a fourth-rank general. This time he was directly promoted to the fifth-rank, and he had the party soldiers in his hands, which was extremely preferential treatment. Such a reward is enough to make Linghu Kuang grateful.

Unexpectedly, Linghu Kuang did not take the order, but instead said: "Thanks to Liang Yue's scheme, Huguan can only be determined by a drum. I am not ashamed of my humble job."

"What?" Sima Teng was really surprised this time, and quickly asked the other party to report it carefully.

Linghu Kuang didn't conceal it, and said the matter of instigating the enemy to go deep after turning off the countermeasures. Then he said: "If there is no Liang Yue, the Shangdang might have fallen into the hands of the adversary. Now that it is safe and secure, it is Liang Yue's work."

It's that Liang Zixi again! Sima Teng suppressed the tumbling thoughts in his chest, and said with a smile: "Liang Lang is naturally rewarded, but your credit must not be buried. The Shangdang is in the throat of the state, and you can be guarded by a good general like you."

If Linghu Kuang was greedy and concealed his merits, Sima Teng might still have some doubts. But now he has said Liang Feng's merits one by one, which shows that he is honest and courageous. Such a general is the most reassuring. Moreover, the Linghu clan are all in Bingzhou. With this important relationship, he is the best candidate to guard the party.

Linghu Kuang flushed with excitement when he heard this kind of praise: "The general will live up to the trust of General Ningbei!"

Sima Teng nodded and asked suddenly: "If you change the prefect of the Shangdang, who do you think is suitable?"

This is a question that shouldn't be asked, but Linghu Kuang didn't think about it so much, and immediately replied: "It's Liang Yue!"

This answer is too quick. However, Liang Feng is really not a person to be flattered, and even his every move does not seem to want to seek an official, but on the contrary, in order to save people and calm the chaos. Such a person, if used well, is enough to stabilize one party. It is not good to use, but it is also a trouble. Whether to use it or not, Sima Teng would really be unable to decide for a while.

Therefore, when Linghu retired, Sima Teng confided in his confidant again, and carefully probed the tone of other officials in the prefect's mansion.

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"Lord, Dongying has summoned many officials from the prefectural palace today. Will it be detrimental to the lord?"

The other party was investigating Liang Feng's fictitiousness and reality, and similarly, Liang Feng had put a lot of eyeliner on his side. This matter is important, and Yi Yan will let it go.

"It's okay, let him inquire." Liang Feng smiled and didn't care.

He has actually done a lot of things in the Shangdang days, and it is impossible to hide it. Even if he conceals it hard, it will only make people feel suspicious and suspect that his intention to use power is wrong. It's better to let it go, just ask the other party casually. At present, the prefectural government has been carefully selected, and most of the officials who remain in office are not so clean. They would not be stupid enough to frame him for any official position.

Seeing Liang Feng's confident appearance, Yi Yan hesitated for a moment before asking, "Dong Ying seems to be on guard against the Lord. Why does the Lord still vote for him?"

"Vote for him? No, what I'm planning now is not an errand under the general's mansion, but an official position in the court. The Shangdang county can no longer fall into the hands of mediocre people."

This is what Duan Qin's letter mentioned earlier. Although there were two temples and several nearby counties, Liang Feng had no official positions and no military power. When there is no conflict of interest, you can barely control it. Once there is a real crisis, a Liang Mansion is far from enough to make those people obey. In this way, there is a rights fault, which is extremely easy to cause problems. In addition, that small piece of land cannot constitute a true strategic depth, and neither left nor right is a long-term solution.

But this time entering Lucheng is completely different. As long as the prefect of the Shangdang party can be obtained, the entire Shangdang party will be under his control. Although the Shangdang is a battleground for military strategists, it is also the world's strongest barrier, which is extremely difficult to overcome. With this hard bone, in a short period of time, he was able to make all those who coveted the party all go home. Similarly, here will also become a barrier, enough to make him plump and gather strength.

Go to the party, he is determined to win!

As for Sima Teng's trust or distrust of him, it is actually a secondary issue. At the time of the enemy, a sane person will guard the pass with a mediocre confidant, or will he guard the portal with an upright, not greedy for power? This is not a question worth hesitating at all.

It is precisely because of this that Liang Feng will make a lonely attitude of giving up completely, and retreat for progress. Whenever he showed a little nostalgia for power, Sima Teng would have doubts and dare not use him!

Now, just waiting for the Lord of the Union State to make a decision.

Seeing the lord's face so energetic, Yi Yan closed his mouth. This was actually inconsistent with what he expected, but this time, he did not feel frustrated, but silently accepted the reality. The mere Liang Mansion is still too small for the lord.

After understanding his true thoughts, all delusions, all yearnings, became a mirror image, out of reach. Yi Yan secretly suppressed everything. This humble and unbearable mind must never be noticed by the lord. He wasn't Yan Ji, and he didn't want to face the look of disgust from the lord.

As a result, everything is back to the original point. If the lord wants to flap his wings, he can only follow him and turn into a good wind to help him soar for nine days.

Just like any minister who is loyal to his father-in-law.

Yi Yan lowered his eyes and once again covered all his emotions under that cold face.

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"It seems that Liang Feng does have some ability to calm the people."

After listening to the reports from his subordinates, even Sima Teng had to admit it. Without Liang Feng and changing individuals, I am afraid that the Shangdang, which has been destroyed by the chaotic party, will not be quickly reunited. Such an ability can already be regarded as a competent minister. After being worthy of being the No. 1 political achievement in the world, he still seems to resemble his ancestor.

Such a person is absolutely capable of giving important tasks. But is it not a confidant, can it be of great use? Sima Teng was indeed murmured. How could he not know that this Liang Zixi had no intention of contributing to him. Without this kind of affiliation, what should I do if I don’t listen to orders if I use him? But if you don't need it, the Shangdang is still a mess. If you change someone, can you quickly get into the state like Liang Feng and rectify the land of a county?

Sima Teng asked himself that he didn't have such a virtuous man in his hands, and the chaos caused by the Jiang Taishou this time made him extremely worried about these henchmen. This is not other counties, but Shangdang! Who dares to give the vitals of his throat to a stupid man?

Sima Teng was indeed not a man of good judgment, but soon, a piece of news cut off his hesitation.

"What are you talking about? Liu Yuan returned to Jiuyuan, and the five armies were assembled with the intent of rebellion?!" Hearing the news from the messenger, Sima Teng felt his heart and lungs exploded. How can Sima Ying dare to do that? ! !

No, he must return to Jinyang as soon as possible to preside over the overall situation!

Depressing the panic in his heart, Sima Teng commanded loudly: "Please ask Liang Zixi!"

With little effort, Liang Feng came to the main hall. Sima Teng didn't give him time to react, and immediately said: "Zixi, Liu Yuan is back in Bingzhou!"

as predicted. Liang Feng picked his eyebrows slightly: "Please also Dongying to return to Jinyang as quickly as possible!"

In his words, there was no hesitation, and no anxiety at all. It seemed that there was a big landslide in front of him, and there would be no panic at all. Such a person is a good minister who can be entrusted!

In an instant, Sima Teng made up his mind: "I will set off tomorrow, but the chaos in the party has not been completely eliminated. If the Huns send troops to harass again, it will be enough to ruin the Jinyang event. Therefore, this thing, please also Zixi put it in his hands."

Tai Shou's seal was pushed back intact.

This might be a temptation. Whether the Huns rebelled or not has a completely different influence on the Shangdang. If the Huns do not oppose, the Shangdang is just a channel for sending troops. And if the Huns reversed it, it would immediately become the site of the Four World Wars, and would be in danger of being harassed by insurgents at any time. Not everyone has the courage to bear this kind of danger.

However, on Liang Feng's face, there is no fear, but solemnly said: "Dongying is willing to entrust the upper party to the lower officials, and the lower officials will use their lives to protect this place without fail!"

He used the word "life". As if a big rock fell in his chest, Sima Teng let out a sigh of relief: "I have heard about the posture of a state scholar, but I have only seen it now. With Zixi in the party, I feel at ease!"

On the same day, a letter was sent to Luoyang. Please appoint Liang Zixi as prefect of the Shangdang party, and increase the number of households. It's a pity that the emperor is not in the palace now, and I don't know when this order to push officials will be approved. But with Sima Teng, the actual master of the state, this formal procedure is not important.

Once again, Liang Feng took the seal of the prefect, and stepped right into the main hall of the prefect.

The author has something to say: I have seen several people asking about the map, here is a brief explanation.

Bingzhou is now Shanxi Province, the governing office (that is, the provincial capital) is in Jinyang, and the chief executive is the governor, equivalent to the governor. However, the Western Jin Dynasty likes to entrust kings in disorder, so Jinyang belongs to the rule of Taiyuan.

Shangdang County is located in Bingzhou, which is equivalent to a prefecture-level city. Lucheng is the urban area where the municipal government is located, and the prefect is the mayor. Gaodu is a county located in Shangdang, and Liangfu is near Gaodu. Similarly, Huguan and all the entrances to Xingdao are also in the Shangdang territory.

Most of Taihang Baxing leads to Sizhou, which is most of Henan including Luoyang. Two are located in Jizhou, which is in the middle of Hebei, and fall under the rule of Sima Ying. The Youzhou ruled by Wang Jun is another part of Hebei including Beijing. Yongzhou includes Shaanxi and Gansu, and is currently in the hands of the King of Hejian.

Combined with the distribution of Wuhu, that is, the Huns and Jie people are in Shanxi, the Xianbei people are in Hebei, and the Qiang and Di people are in Shaanxi and Gansu. Looking at it this way, you know the dangerous situation in the Northland at that time.