Father, I really don’t want to be the emperor

Although the relationship with Ning Fan has long since matured and stabilized, there is not much physical contact between the two. Ning Fan has always treated Xiao Lingxi with a respectful attitude.

This is not to say that Ning Fan doesn't like this girl anymore, but that Ning Fan has been busy with government affairs recently and has many important things on his mind. As for his children's personal relationship, he has no time to take care of it.

"If you're tired too, just sit down and rest for a while. Let's talk."

Ning Fan rejected Xiao Lingxi's kindness, but took advantage of the situation and grabbed Xiao Lingxi's jade hand.

The two sat and talked for a long time, and Ning Fan took the initiative to suggest that it was time to take a rest. At this time, Xiao Lingxi was a little shy and her face was slightly blushing.

Early the next morning, Ning Fan got up early. As for yesterday's wedding, he didn't feel much about it, except that there was a queen beside him suddenly, which made him feel quite warm. Xiao Lingxi started to get ready early in the morning. It's his breakfast.

"Your Majesty, General Chen Qiao will arrive in Kyoto soon."

Ergou came in and reported the first news of the day to Ning Fan.

Chen Qiao returns to Beijing to report on his work, which is what Ning Fan has always been most concerned about.

This young general who came out of nowhere and swept away the entire northwest in less than half a year had a very high status in Ning Fan's mind, just like Huo Qubing did to Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty.

There were many rumors about the rebellion in the northwest, but Chen Qiao quickly eliminated all these problems in a short period of time, making the northwest peaceful. This is what Ning Fan is most concerned about.

"Let the Ministry of Rites prepare the welcome ceremony. I will build a special gate called the Arc de Triomphe."

At this time, Ning Fan suddenly thought of establishing a sense of honor in the army. To establish this sense of merit, building a triumphal arch might be the least costly and most valuable move.

However, according to the estimated time, Chen Qiao should be able to reach Kyoto in seven days. Renovating a city gate in such a short period of time is almost impossible in this era.

But no matter how impossible it is, Ning Fan must turn this idea into reality, because it is too important to do so. He wants to establish a concept for the people of the world, that is, those who have meritorious service must be rewarded.

If those who have meritorious service do not get the respect they deserve, then what motivation will the successors have to serve the country?

Ning Fan not only wants to build a triumphal arch, but also plans to build a monument to heroes in front of the Chengtian Palace in Kyoto. In addition, a martyrs cemetery will naturally be arranged.

Soldiers cannot rely on military pay to fight wars, but must rely on a sense of honor. How is a sense of honor created? It's all about these details.

Of course, arranging these face-to-face things does not happen overnight. In addition, face must be taken care of. Ning Fan also plans to establish a service specifically designed to serve retired soldiers and disabled soldiers. mechanism.

Of course, all this will have to wait until Dakang's future financial situation completely improves, and there will be more spare money to deal with these things.

In fact, Ning Fan had already foreseen the great prosperity in the future. As wealth gradually accumulates, the crises facing him will gradually increase.

At that time, the sense of security that soldiers can bring to the country will be even more important, so at this time, we must pay attention to these soldiers who can fight.

"But Your Majesty, do you think it's too late to build a city gate in just a few days?"

Under normal circumstances, Ergou would not refute Ning Fan unless Ning Fan made some particularly unreasonable requests.

Just like this time, Ning Fan asked to build a city gate in just seven days. This was almost impossible in Ergou's opinion.

"It's not impossible. Make a mold and then pour it with steel bars and concrete. It can be solidified in two days. Seven days is enough to make the city gate strong."

It is naturally impossible to follow traditional casting methods, especially in such a short time, but Ning Fan has his own way.

He first found a piece of paper and started designing. This triumphal arch must be designed to be solemn and solemn, with a sense of honor, so that the generals and soldiers passing through him can feel a sense of solemnity and respect. .

Ning Fan drew sketches on the paper, and it took him two hours to take out the preliminary design draft. After careful observation, Ning Fan was very satisfied with his design draft.

"You should hand this manuscript to the Ministry of Industry immediately and ask them to start work immediately after choosing an address."

Ning Fan's tone was unquestionable. There was no need to bring this matter to the court for discussion. Ning Fan acted decisively and decided directly.

Time is too tight, and this matter cannot be delayed for too long, because Ning Fan knows the importance of it. Chen Qiao's triumphal return this time can be said to have achieved an extraordinary feat. If you only reward gold and silver, titles, and a single house, it will not be able to reflect the importance that the country and the court attach to military personnel.

Only a specially built gate can only allow those soldiers with meritorious deeds and triumphs. Through such a unique honor, these veterans returning from the front line can feel an infinite sense of honor in their hearts.

"But Your Majesty, General Chen Qiao now has nearly 400,000 soldiers and horses under his command. These soldiers and horses will never allow them to get close to Kyoto."

Ergou had a troubled look on his face.

Ning Fan naturally understood this truth. 400,000 people were approaching Kyoto. If Chen Qiao had any thoughts of rebellion, with just one order, those 400,000 troops could immediately kill Kyoto to pieces.

Therefore, the emperor has always been taboo about generals leading troops back to the capital. They often face the situation that the soldiers are stationed in suitable places, while the generals leading the troops rush to Kyoto alone.

"So many people came to Kyoto from the northwest to eat, drink, relieve themselves, and work hard on their horses. It is indeed a huge expense. It's true that there was no edict specifically to take care of this matter before. So what did Chen Qiao do?"

Ning Fan suddenly realized after hearing Ergou reminding him.

"General Chen only rushed to Kyoto from the northwest with five hundred soldiers, and the rest of the soldiers stayed in the northwest."

Ergou said to Ning Fan.

Hearing Ergou say this, Ning Fan felt a little moved in his heart.

"Then you should quickly send someone to build this triumphal arch. Just follow the drawings I designed. I want to see the effect within three days."

Ning Fan waved his hand towards Ergou, signaling Ergou to go and do it quickly.

Everything was as expected by Ning Fan. Things in the glass workshop soon came to light. The craftsmen were indeed very creative. In just a few days, they had mastered the art of glass making. The trick.