Chapter 29: The World Does Not Want More People
The army took ten days to return to Luoyang.

Because it was a counterinsurgency operation, it was not very glorious, so the ceremonies of offering sacrifices to the imperial temple and paying homage to the victory that should have been held after a large-scale victory were cancelled.

All the military units were stationed around Luoyang, and meritorious generals were ordered to enter the palace to meet the emperor.

Among them naturally include Li Yuanhui and Liu Xuanji. They are the two with the lowest official positions among these meritorious officials, and the rest are at least generals.

The width of Tianjie was almost as long as a football field. The carriage of General Zhengdong and Prince Wei Murong Ding was at the front, and one hundred and twenty knights in bright armor were carrying ceremonial guards.

Next came the auxiliary general Duan Yihong. General Duan was in his forties and in his prime, so he did not ride in a carriage but chose to ride a horse.

However, his ceremonial guard was twenty people less than that of Murong Ding, who was a prince.

Then came the Prince of Gaoyang, the Governor of Yongzhou, Murong He, the General who Guards the East, the Governor of Qingzhou, Gao Huang, the General who Guards the North, the Governor of Youzhou, Yuchi Liang.
These local generals also had dozens of guards and ceremonial guards.

Finally, there were dozens of Huben Langjiang, Zhecho Langjiang, Yingyang Langjiang, as well as the captain Li Yuanhui and the team leader Liu Xuanji.

Following the team into Luoyang from Dingding Gate and walking along the long Tianjie Street, Liu Xuanji kept marveling at the magnificence and splendor of Luoyang City.

At this time, both sides of Tianjie were filled with Luoyang people, lining the streets to welcome them.

Li Yuanhui was very familiar with Luoyang, but Liu Xuanji, a warrior from the border area, was entering Luoyang City for the first time. To him, the city was simply overwhelmed by the array of beauties.

"Luoyang, a real man should live in a place like this!"

Liu Xuanji looked at the buildings on both sides of the street and sighed constantly.

Li Yuanhui just smiled and introduced the other party to the buildings they passed by and the city scenery from time to time.

We crossed the Luo River and passed through Huangduan Gate and Guangtian Gate and entered the palace directly.

At this time, all the ceremonial guards stayed outside the palace. Murong Ding got off his carriage and walked into the palace with everyone.

In fact, as the emperor's uncle who was highly respected, Murong Ding could have enjoyed the honor of riding in a sedan chair, but he chose to walk, apparently for the sake of not getting old.

After entering the palace, not to mention Liu Xuanji, even Li Yuanhui was amazed.

Although he was a nobleman, he had never been to the palace. He had seen similar palace scenes in many movies and TV series before, but being there in person was another experience.

The main hall was built on a high platform. In front of the hall stood soldiers in neat and orderly rows. As I climbed up the long steps, I felt extremely small.

too big.

After entering the hall, Li Yuanhui knelt and bowed like the people in front of him, and quietly reminded Liu Xuanji to just follow him.

This is also a compulsory course for children of aristocratic families. They know what kind of occasion, what kind of people to face, what kind of food to eat, what kind of clothes to wear, and what kind of etiquette to perform.

These are compulsory courses from an early age.

Liu Xuanji carefully followed Li Yuanhui's steps and did as he was told. Although his inappropriate behavior made the officials standing next to him laugh, he still did it seriously.

A few days ago, he told his subordinates that he might be summoned by the saint. When he heard that his name was on the summoned list, he was very excited. He felt a sense of satisfaction that what he said had actually been done.

And as we entered Luoyang City, including entering the palace and bowing to the emperor, I felt a sense of fear, uneasiness, and excitement in my heart.

This was too strange for him.

Even when he was a scout with a few brothers and encountered hundreds of Turkic cavalry outside the Great Wall a few years ago, he had never been so nervous.

Because that was a battlefield he was familiar with.

He was excited because he felt that he had finally stepped into a world that he had never seen in his dreams.

He didn't want it to be the last time.
After paying homage, Murong Ying waved his hand and the eunuch began to read the imperial edict that had been prepared long ago.

The content is about rewards for meritorious soldiers.

The two great generals, Murong Ding and Duan Yihong, had reached the highest rank, and were rewarded with gold, silver, jewelry and land.

Gao Huang, the General Zhendong and the Governor of Qingzhou, was promoted from a county duke to a county duke.

General Pang Lingxun, the general of Zhenxi, was demoted from a county marquis to a county duke.

Yuchi Liang, the General of Zhenbei and the Governor of Youzhou, was promoted from a county marquis to a county duke.
Basically, those who had titles were promoted to a higher rank, and those who did not have titles were given titles. Li Yuanhui's title was the same as Zheng Yan's estimate, Marquis of Ye County, and he was given the title of Tiger Guard General.

Liu Xuanji was a son of Qingyuan County and a lieutenant of Congyi.

After the edict of reward, the next step is accountability.

The Minister of Punishment Liu Wenmian, the Minister of Dali Temple Zheng Yan, the Chief Censor Pei Hongde, and the Minister of Imperial Clan Affairs Murong Huaidao were responsible for the major case of Yang Xun's treason.

Track down the remnants.

The emperor's cold voice made all the ministers shudder.

"Yang Xun called for 100,000 people to follow him, which made us realize that the world does not want too many people. If there are too many people, they will gather together and become thieves. If we don't punish them all, there will be no way to punish them in the future."

The translation is that there can't be too many people in the world, because if there are too many, they will gather together and cause chaos.
Li Yuanhui was a little angry when he heard this. What the hell is this saying that people in the world don't want more? If they don't kill them all, they won't be able to warn future generations. How can ordinary people follow Yang Xun to rebel when they are living well?

But he didn't dare to say anything. He felt cold all over as his anger surged in his heart. This guy was a murderer without blinking an eye.
, an emperor who does not take human life seriously.

Li Yuanhui was a somewhat cowardly person who was afraid of death.

He can't risk his life for others.

He just wanted to live well and avoid the impending chaos in the world. He didn't even care whether the Li family ruled the world or not.

As long as he can live well, that's enough.

At least that's what he thinks now.

After the court meeting, everyone went back to their homes and there was no need to gather at the army. Liu Xuanji felt a little embarrassed at this time. Where should they go?
Li Yuanhui, who had been thinking of making friends, invited him: "Brother Liu, why don't you stay at my house for a few days? I will take you around Luoyang tomorrow. The South Market and the North Market are very lively."

Liu Xuanji was also a straightforward person, so he agreed immediately and waited at the palace gate with Li Yuanhui for a while.

Seeing the voice of a middle-aged man in an official robe coming out not far away, Li Yuanhui's thoughts suddenly became confused.

Li Yuanhui inherited the original owner's memory, which naturally included some of his emotional consciousness. So he naturally respected and feared Li Yuan.

"I've seen Aye."

"Um"

Seeing his son at the palace gate, Li Yuan put away his smile and tried to look more serious.

"You're doing well, but don't get complacent."

"Yes, Aye."

Li Yuanhui agreed with a little excitement. In fact, he was thinking of his father in his previous life, a rural teacher in Northeast China who loved fishing.

Li Yuanhui realized that his emotions were a little off and quickly put aside his distracting thoughts and introduced:

"Father, this is Liu Xuanji, a native of Zhuo County, Youzhou. He once worked with me to kill Yang Xun."

Liu Xuanji also hurriedly saluted.

"Liu Xuanji, meet Lord Li."

Li Yuan was smart enough to see that his son wanted to make friends. Although Liu Xuanji was of humble origin, he had a good appearance, a sturdy figure, and a strong demeanor. Therefore, he replied enthusiastically:

".Are you from Zhuo County, Youzhou? You have a handsome appearance and are a real warrior. You must be unfamiliar with Luoyang since you just arrived there. It's just right for you to stay at my humble home for a few days."

"Thank you, Mr. Li. I don't deserve your praise."

Old Liu was deeply moved by Li Yuan's words, and thought to himself that Mr. Li was as kind as his father.

This was the Duke of Longxi County, the current head of the Longxi Li family and one of the nine ministers of the imperial court. He did not show any disdain when speaking to a warrior from a humble family in the border area. Instead, he was quite approachable.

Isn't it said that those aristocratic families are all high and mighty? Not necessarily. Isn't this easy to talk to?

I'm able to stay at the Duke of Longxi's house for a few days. Won't I brag about this for the whole year when I go back?
(End of this chapter)