Royal road

Leaving Bingzhou for more than a month, for Sima Teng, it can be said that life is like a year.The success of fighting against rebellion was wiped out, and the coalition army'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 was able to have a full stomach, otherwise they would have to rush back to Bingzhou hungry.

All these incidents made Sima Teng furious, and he wished that all the mediocre officials who did bad things would be arrested and severely punished.However, when the main gate of the prefect's mansion opened wide, the handsome man in black clothes with a sick face welcomed him out.Full of anger, suddenly lost the direction of the explosion.After saying a few words dryly, Sima Teng followed Liang Feng into the prefect's mansion.

The prefect's mansion is still the same mansion, but the number of officials who came to greet him is less than half.Look at those officials who are timid and trembling, and then look at the jade man who is sitting upright and not messing up.Sima Teng coughed dryly, and said, "I never thought that it would be Zixi who rescued Shangdang this time. I don't know why Zixi came to Shangdang suddenly?"

"The prefect's mansion suddenly came to confiscate it before. This matter was too strange, so I used my plan and came to the county mansion, and I really saw through the tricks of the thieves." Liang Feng answered briefly, without exaggeration or detailed description, and said lightly. Something happened.It's like what he did was not an important task enough to save the Shangdang and the lifeline of the army, but a trivial matter that was not worth mentioning.

Sima Teng was speechless.Is this an attitude of asking for credit?Of course not.This person is the same as when we first met, neither arrogant nor flattering.Elegant and handsome, not surprised by changes, he has the demeanor of a celebrity.But what he did was indeed a great achievement.No reward is not enough to reassure the army.

After a moment of silence, Sima Teng smiled a little: "If Zixi had been appointed as the general's mansion, no one would be able to solve this crisis. Such a great achievement should be rewarded according to merit. I will report it to the court." , I will add an official title to you, and give it to the food households in the town."

He didn't mention any actual official positions, just general ones.Liang Feng didn't show any joy on his face, instead he cupped his hands and bowed: "This time I come to Shangdang, I have nothing else to ask for. It's just that Shangdang is in danger, and no outsiders are allowed to explore it. However, the Huns are powerful and domineering, and if anyone If you have a heart for rebellion, Bingzhou will be in danger! I hope Dongying Gong will be more cautious, and don't be negligent."

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

The subtext of this statement is clear.Don't you believe in Buddhism, have a close relationship with Liu Xuan, and ask him to make a name for you?Why are the five tribes of the Huns suddenly attacked now?

Liang Feng shook his head solemnly: "I'm not talented, the scriptures and porcelain are just for some leather materials for the winter. Since last year, there have been few leather goods sold in the market, and the sales of the five books have decreased by more than [-]%. Not only that , Even grain and grass are not sold abroad. In addition to this Shangdang rebellion, the Xiongnu sent out [-] elite cavalry, which is really not a good omen. If Yecheng is defeated and Liu Yuanhai returns to his family, I am afraid that disaster will happen!"

These words were far beyond Sima Teng's expectation.However, just looking at the other party's serious expression, he knew that this was probably not a lie.If the five tribes of the Huns rebelled, then Bingzhou would be the first to bear the brunt and face the front of the army.

His complexion changed again and again, Sima Teng finally said: "Zixi is really worried, I will send someone to Jinyang."

With these words, Liang Feng made a relieved expression, and signed a few more documents.There are recent county affairs, documents to strengthen customs and defense, and records of meritorious service in suppressing rebellious parties.Everything is clear and clear, which shows how serious the people who deal with these affairs are.

After handing over these things, Liang Feng took out the prefect's seal and handed it in front of Sima Teng: "This thing should also be handed over to Duke Dongying."

Sima Teng looked at the letter with a complicated expression.If someone else took this seal, I'm afraid he would have to work hard to climb to a high position, how could he hand it back to him so lightly?

Liang Feng didn't care about the mood of the other party, after reporting everything, he calmly saluted and withdrew.

After tapping his fingers on the case for a while, Sima Teng ordered someone to recruit Linghu Kuang, who had also made great contributions.Facing such a family hero, Sima Teng's attitude was much more relaxed, and he praised with a smile: "As expected of a general, if Captain Linghu hadn't captured the city and killed the enemy, the army might not be able to return safely. This merit should be rewarded." !"

After working so hard for so long, this is what I have been waiting for.Linghu Kuang quickly saluted and thanked him.Five hundred leaders plus the contribution of recapturing Huguan and rectifying the rear army are enough for Linghu Kuang to be promoted several ranks in a row. Because of his popularity in the army, Sima Teng made a decision to promote him as General Zhechong and appoint him as General Zhechong. He commanded thousands of soldiers and horses and guarded the Shangdang.

Linghu Kuang's uncle was only a fourth-rank general, this time he was directly promoted to fifth rank, and he was also in charge of the party soldiers, which can be regarded as extremely preferential treatment.Such a reward is enough to make Linghu Kuang tearfully grateful.

Unexpectedly, Linghu Kuang didn't accept the order, but instead said: "Thanks to Liang Ji's plan, Huguan can be settled at once. I am ashamed of my lowly position."

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

Linghu didn't hide the situation, and told the story of plotting against Huguan and luring the enemy to go deep.Then he said: "If there is no Liang Chuan, Shangdang may have fallen into the enemy's hands. Now it is safe and stable, it is really the credit of Liang Chuan."

It's that Liang Zixi again!Sima Teng suppressed the churning thoughts in his chest, and said with a smile: "Liang Lang will naturally be rewarded, but your contribution should not be buried. Shangdang is the throat of Bingzhou, and a good general like you can guard it."

If Linghu Kuang was greedy and concealed his merits, Sima Teng might still have some doubts.But now he has mentioned Liang Feng's achievements one by one, which shows that he is honest and courageous, such a general is the most reassuring.Moreover, the Linghu family is all in Bingzhou, with this important relationship, it is the best candidate for him to guard the Shangdang.

Hearing such praise, Linghu Kuang couldn't help but flushed with excitement: "The final general will definitely live up to the entrustment of General Ningbei!"

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

This is a question that shouldn't be asked, but Linghu Kuang didn't think about it that much, and immediately replied: "It's none other than Liang Yan!"

This answer was too fast.However, Liang Feng is really not a person worthy of flattery, and even his every move does not seem to want to seek an official, but on the contrary, to save people and quell chaos.Such a person, if used well, is enough to stabilize one party.It doesn't work well, but it's also a hassle.Whether to use it or not, Sima Teng really can't decide for a while.

Therefore, after Linghu Kuang resigned, Sima Teng recruited his confidants again, and carefully inquired about the tone of other officials in the prefect's mansion.

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"My lord, Lord Dongying summoned many officials from the prefect's mansion today, will it be detrimental to my lord?"

The other party was inquiring about Liang Feng's reality. Similarly, Liang Feng also placed a lot of eyeliners on his side.This matter is very important, Yiyan will let it go.

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

During these days in the Shangdang, he actually did a lot of things, and it was absolutely impossible to hide them.Even if he hides it firmly, it will only make people suspicious and suspect that his intention to exercise power is wrong.It's better to let it be, and ask the other party casually.Now the prefect's mansion has been carefully selected. Most of the remaining officials have not very clean buttocks. Presumably these people will not be stupid enough to frame him for seeking some official position.

Seeing Liang Feng's confident look, Yi Yan hesitated for a moment before asking, "Dongying seems to be wary of the lord, why did the lord vote for him?"

"Vote for him? No, what I'm looking for now is not a job under the general's mansion, but an official position in the court. Shangdang is a county, and it can no longer fall into the hands of mediocrity."

This is also what Duan Qin's letter mentioned earlier.Although there are Liangxing and several nearby counties, Liang Feng has no official position 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 fault in rights, which is very easy to cause problems.In addition, that small piece of land cannot constitute a real strategic depth, and neither left nor right is a long-term solution.

But this time taking over Lucheng is completely different.As long as he can find the post of Shangdang prefect, the entire Shangdang will be under his control.Although Shangdang is a battleground for military strategists, it is also an important pass in the world, and it is extremely difficult to overcome.With this strong bone, in a short period of time, he can make all the people who covet Shangdang return home without a feather.Similarly, this place will also become a barrier, enough to make his wings plump and accumulate strength.

Shangdang, he is determined to win!

As for whether Sima Teng trusted him or not, it was actually a secondary issue.In the face of a great enemy, will a sane person guard the pass with a mediocre confidant, or will he guard the gate with an upright and capable minister who is not greedy for power?This is not a question worth hesitating at all.

It is precisely because of this that Liang Feng made a lonely attitude of giving up completely, and retreated to advance.As long as he shows a little nostalgia for power, Sima Teng will have doubts and dare not use him!

Now, it is just waiting for the Lord of Bingzhou to make a decision.

Seeing the lord's radiance, Yi Yan closed his mouth.This was actually not what he expected, but this time, he didn't feel angry, but silently accepted the reality.The mere Liang Mansion is still too small for the lord.

After understanding one's true heart, all delusions and longings have become a mirror image, out of reach.Yiyan secretly suppressed everything.This humble thought must not be noticed by the lord.He is not Yan Ji, and he does not want to face the disgusting gaze of the lord.

So, everything is back to square one.If the lord wants to flutter his wings, I can only follow him and turn into a gust of wind to help him soar to the sky.

Just like any official who is loyal to his lord.

Yiyan lowered his eyes, once again hiding all his emotions under that cold face.

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"It seems that this Liang Feng is indeed capable of reassuring the people."

After listening to his subordinates' report, even Sima Teng had to admit it.Without Liang Feng, it would be impossible to quickly reunify the Shangdang, which was destroyed by the chaotic party, if it were someone else.This kind of ability can already be regarded as a capable minister.Worthy of being the number one in the world in terms of political performance, after being able to become Liang Xi, it seems that he still somewhat resembles his ancestor.

Such a person is absolutely capable of taking on important tasks.But if you are not a confidant, can you be of great use?Sima Teng did murmur a little.How could he not know that this Liang Zixi had no intention of doing anything to him.Without this kind of affiliation, what should I do if I use him and don't listen to orders?But if it doesn't need it, Shangdang is still a mess. Can someone else, like Liang Feng, quickly get into shape and clean up a county?

Sima Teng asked himself that he didn't have such a virtuous person in his hands, and the disturbance caused by Prefect Jiang this time made him extremely worried about these confidants.This is not any other county, but Shangdang!Who dares to hand over his throat to a fool?

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

"What did you say? Liu Yuan has returned to Jiuyuan, and the five armies have gathered for rebellion?!" Hearing the news from the messenger, Sima Teng felt that his heart and lungs were about to explode.How dare that Shuzi Sima Ying do this? ! !

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

Suppressing the panic in his heart, Sima Teng ordered loudly: "Please Liang Zixi!"

After a while, Liang Feng came to the main hall, Sima Teng didn't give him time to react, and immediately said: "Zixi, Liu Yuan has returned to Bingzhou!"

as expected.Liang Feng raised his eyebrows slightly: "Please return Dongying to Jinyang at high speed!"

In his words, there was no hesitation, let alone the slightest anxiety, as if a mountain collapsed in front of him, and there would be no panic at all.Such a person is a good minister who can be entrusted to!

In an instant, Sima Teng made up his mind: "I will set off tomorrow, but the chaos in the Shangdang has not been completely eliminated. If the Xiongnu thieves send troops to invade again, it will be enough to ruin Jinyang's major affairs. Therefore, please return this thing. Zixi put it in his hand."

The eunuch Yinxin was pushed back intact.

This is not a temptation.Whether the Xiongnu rebelled or not had a completely different impact on Shangdang.If the Xiongnu did not rebel, Shangdang would be nothing more than a route to send troops.And if the Huns rebel, this place will immediately become the place of the Fourth World War, and there is a danger of being harassed by rebels at any time.Not everyone has the courage to take such a risk.

However, Liang Feng showed no fear on his face, but bowed solemnly: "Mr. Dongying is willing to entrust the Shangdang to the subordinate officials, and the subordinate officials will use their lives to ensure that this place is safe!"

He used the word "life".As if a boulder had fallen from his chest, Sima Teng let out a long breath: "I have heard about the posture of a national scholar, but now I can see it. With Zixi in Shangdang, I feel at ease!"

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

Once again, Liang Feng stepped into the main hall of the prefect's mansion with the prefect's seal letter.

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

Bingzhou is now Shanxi Province, with its governing office (that is, the provincial capital) in Jinyang, and the highest chief executive is the governor, who is equivalent to the governor of the province.However, the Western Jin Dynasty likes to confer kings indiscriminately, so Jinyang is also under the rule of Taiyuan Kingdom.

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

Most of the Taihang Eight Xings lead to Sizhou, which is most of Henan including Luoyang.The two are located in Jizhou, which is the central part of Hebei, and belong to Sima Ying's rule.Youzhou, ruled by Wang Jun, is another part of Hebei including Beijing.Yongzhou includes Shaanxi and Gansu, and is currently in the hands of King Hejian.

Combined with the distribution of the 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 can know the dangerous situation in the Northland at that time.