Chapter 240: All the brave generals and warriors are in my grasp
Chaoyangmen Wharf.

A lively scene.

While the people of Changping were praising the singing skills of the Zhejiang generals and soldiers who were ordered to come to Beijing, another group of people were beating drums and gongs loudly.

After all, Hu Zongxian was a veteran official with many years of experience in the government. Even though he was extremely surprised, he remained calm and expressionless.

It was Qi Jiguang.

The commanders in the army have been on the battlefield for a long time, and what they see every day are life-and-death battles. They have never seen such a scene.

Even when suppressing the Japanese invasion in Zhejiang.

The local people would not be as enthusiastic as the people of the capital city seen outside Chaoyang Gate today.

This is the capital city, thousands of miles away from Zhejiang.

Looking at the way the people were dressed, it didn't look like it was specially arranged by the government.

Qi Jiguang was very excited and his face was flushed with smiles.

He had already spotted the young official in the green robe among the crowd.

He has an imposing bearing and stands out among the officials who have made great contributions.

This person must be Yan Shaoting, the tutor Yan whom he had heard of for a long time but had never seen before!
He is indeed an extraordinary man like me, Qi!

Among the three people following Qi Jiguang, Zhu Shitai smiled and whispered, "What the general saw must have been done by Yan Shidu."

Xu Wenbi also spoke up: "We have been in Beijing for many years, but we have never seen such a standard in the court."

Zhang Yuangong followed up and added: "It is well known that the tutor values ​​the general. It was expected that such a grand occasion would happen today."

The three of them echoed and cooperated.

Qi Jiguang's face was already wrinkled from smiling so much.

All generals are like this.

Not to mention the ordinary officers and soldiers.

People like team leader Zhu Yu and soldier Li Yun were smiling like blooming flowers.

But this flower can eat people.

They are all brave men in the Zhejiang army.

Who doesn't have dozens of Japanese lives in his hands?

They are all brave warriors in the army!

It was only at this time that the heads of the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of War finally squeezed over.

He looked at Huang Jin, Yan Shaoting and the three dukes who were already standing with Hu Zongxian and others.

The head of the Ministry of Rites spoke first: "Governor Hu has been summoned back to Beijing with a great victory. We congratulate Governor Hu and the generals!"

Hu Zongxian clasped his fists and nodded.

The head of the Ministry of Rites then changed the subject and said, "According to the law, please ask Governor Hu to order his soldiers to take off their armor and swords and follow me into the city to rest. They will come to the palace to meet Your Majesty tomorrow."

Hu Zongxian couldn't help but frown.

Qi Jiguang also looked at the head of the Ministry of Rites with a deep gaze.

Next to him, another military official also said: "The rules here are that no matter where you win a battle, anyone who is summoned to the capital must take off their armor and swords."

Zhu Shitai was just about to step forward and ask whether he should also take off the armor his ancestor wore when he followed Emperor Chengzu in the northern expedition, and the sword on his waist that his ancestor used to kill the enemies with Emperor Chengzu.

But he was stopped by Xu Wenbi who was beside him.

Zhu Shitai immediately showed anger on his face and glared at Xu Wenbi who stopped him.

Xu Wenbi shook his head silently, then looked at Huang Jin and Yan Shaoting.

really.

When the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of War asked people to take off their armor and swords, Huang Jin and Yan Shaoting couldn't help but glance sideways at the people from the two departments.

Yan Shaoting smiled and said, "Eunuch Huang was ordered by His Majesty to go out of the city today to welcome Governor Hu, General Qi and others. I think there must be a purpose for this."

Huang Jin snorted lightly.

These officials from the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of War still did not forget to suppress the military men as usual.

He immediately pulled out a short shaft from his sleeve.

Slowly unfold.

Huang Jin raised his eyebrows: "Your Majesty's order."

Clattering.

In front of Chaoyangmen Pier, everyone knelt down immediately.

The people from the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of War were quite surprised, but it was also within their expectations.

The emperor allowed Huang Jin to leave the palace and the city today to welcome Hu Zongxian, Qi Jiguang and others who had made great contributions in pacifying the Japanese invasion in the entire Zhejiang Province at Chaoyang Gate. This must have been an oral order from the emperor.

Hu Zongxian and Qi Jiguang knelt on the ground with their fists clasped.

"Your Majesty, I respectfully request your order."

Huang Jin glanced at the officials of the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of War, and said in a loud voice: "You Japanese bandits have been invading the southeast for a long time. Now the governor of Zhejiang Province is capable, the general is prudent, and the officers and soldiers are brave. They have pacified the Japanese invasion in the entire province and have made great contributions to the court.

The imperial decree promoted Hu Zongxian, the Governor-General of Zhejiang and the Governor of Zhejiang, and gave him the title of Minister of War.

The imperial decree promoted Qi Jiguang, the lieutenant general of the three prefectures of Taizhou, to the position of deputy commander of the Zhejiang Dao Military Command and deputy commander-in-chief of Zhejiang.

The imperial decree states that all officers and soldiers who have made contributions in suppressing the Japanese in Zhejiang Province will be promoted three levels and retained in their original positions.

In front of Chaoyangmen Wharf.

Following Huang Jin's announcement of the decree, everyone behind Hu Zongxian and Qi Jiguang cheered in unison.

Even Xu Wenbi, Zhu Shitai and Zhang Yuangong were all excited.

Although they will all inherit their family titles in the future, this kind of official position that they have fought for on the battlefield is more of an honor.

As for the other soldiers who followed the emperor's order to enter the capital, they were even more excited. Although the emperor's order was to keep them in their original positions, it was because there were already so many soldiers and positions, and it was impossible to recruit new soldiers.

But being promoted three levels means that most people have an official status recognized by the court, and the military pay and food they can receive in the future will also increase.

Once there is an opportunity to be transferred elsewhere, you will be appointed according to your official rank.

When the heads of the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of War were extremely surprised.

Yan Shaoting smiled slightly.

The slap in the face came too quickly.

Just now they were still following the usual practice and trying to suppress Hu Zongxian, Qi Jiguang and others.

But in the blink of an eye.

Hu Zongxian was given the title of Minister of War and instantly became the immediate superior of all those present in the Ministry of War.

As for Qi Jiguang.

The title of Deputy Commander of the Zhejiang Provincial Military Commission was considered a job title.

And the most important thing is his deputy general of Zhejiang.

This is a real shortcoming.

This time.

The old Taoist priest was really generous for once.

But Huang Jin had not finished speaking.

He put away the short axle in his hand, glanced at the people from the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of War, smiled and said lightly: "Your Majesty also said that the soldiers worked hard on the front line, fighting bloody battles for the court and the bandits, and they are allowed to enter the city wearing armor and carrying swords."

This statement came out.

The officials from the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of War, who had originally asked Qi Jiguang and his men to take off their armor and swords, suddenly looked as ugly as if they had eaten shit.

Huang Jin said, "Your Majesty also said that a celebration banquet will be held in the Wanshou Palace in the Western Garden today for Minister Hu, General Qi and the meritorious soldiers! You are allowed to enter the palace wearing armor and carrying swords, and before the banquet, you will practice the battle formation for the emperor to review!"

Hu Zongxian immediately looked up at Huang Jin, who was conveying the emperor's oral instructions, as if to confirm whether the oral instructions were true.

Qi Jiguang's face flushed red.

Not only did the emperor allow them to enter the city wearing armor and carrying swords, he also required them to continue wearing armor and carrying swords into the palace.

You also have to practice battle formations in front of the Saint!
What a privilege!
Xu Wenbi and the other two behind him looked as if they were drunk, dizzy and spinning around.

And what about the people from the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of War present?
She had already lowered her head in shame, wishing she could find a crack in the ground to crawl into.

Hu Zongxian is mature after all.

He led Qi Jiguang to bow and clasp his hands, then spoke in a deep voice.

"I would like to thank Your Majesty for your kindness!"

After the two of them, all the soldiers who had come to Beijing from Zhejiang Province in response to imperial orders shouted in unison.

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your kindness!"

The sound penetrated the sky, passed over the city wall, and entered the city, attracting countless people to look up.

Yan Shaoting also stepped forward and said, "Practicing battle formations in front of the emperor requires physical strength. The banquets in the palace have always had many rules. The ministers, the generals, and all the brothers in the army, you can taste the victory banquet prepared by the people of Changping in the capital today!"

As Yan Shaoting spoke.

The people of Changping also gave way.

Right at the Chaoyangmen Wharf, large tables were already filled with wine and food.

Hu Zongxian looked at Yan Shaoting with a smile.

Only Yan Shaoting could arrange such a scene.

Then he looked at Huang Jin again.

After all, the emperor had given an oral order to hold a banquet in the palace.

Huang Jin also knew about this and waved his hand, saying, "The palace has been busy with preparations. It's still some time before noon. Minister Hu, General Qi and the soldiers have been traveling a long way, so they should fill their stomachs first."

While speaking, Huang Jin swallowed his saliva.

The food cooked by these women in Changping is really delicious.

Anyway, the master is in the Wanshou Palace and there is no rush.

It’s better to eat first and then return to the palace.

After Hu Zongxian got Huang Jin's answer, he looked at Qi Jiguang.

Qi Jiguang had been on his way to Beijing and was already starving.

He waved his hand.

Xu Wenbi, Zhu Shitai, Zhang Yuangong and others immediately spread their legs and rushed to the tables like hungry wolves with Zhu Yu, Li Yun and other brothers in the camp.

No need to greet anyone.

These rough men in the army have already started eating the meals prepared by the people of Changping.

But I don’t dare drink too much.

Qi Jiguang walked around and made it clear that they would have to practice battle formations in front of the emperor when they entered the palace, so he only allowed everyone to have three drinks.

Wait until all the soldiers sit down and start eating.

Only then did Yan Shaoting walk up to Hu Zongxian and Qi Jiguang.

He saluted and said, "Congratulations to Minister Hu and General Qi for their promotions upon arrival in Beijing. I would also like to thank the Minister and General Qi for pacifying the Japanese invasion in Zhejiang Province!"

Hu Zongxian just smiled and returned the greeting.

Qi Jiguang, on the other hand, kept looking at Yan Shaoting, whom he had been looking forward to meeting for a long time.

He had a lot to say.

But over there, Huang Jin waved his hands again and again: "Minister Hu, General Qi, let's go and have something to eat. I'm not saying this nonsense, the cooking skills of us Changping people are the best in the capital!"

As he spoke, he pulled the two of them to an empty table.

Then he pulled Yan Shaoting to sit down.

The heads of the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of War were left standing there, and no one greeted them.

And they didn't have the nerve to go to the table of Yan Shaoting and others and ask if they could sit down and eat together.

That's it.

It took everyone nearly half an hour to eat and drink their fill at Chaoyangmen Wharf.

Then, under the leadership of Huang Jin, a large group of people headed towards the West Garden.

Longevity Palace.

In front of the palace gate.

After Jiajing finished his morning prayers this morning, he changed into a brand new Taoist robe.

Then he listened to Lu Fang's report on what happened outside Chaoyang Gate.

The old Taoist priest did not comment on the fact that the people of Changping held a banquet at Chaoyangmen Wharf and treated Hu Zongxian, Qi Jiguang and others leniently.

Some even appreciate this approach.

Only when the soldiers feel that the court has never treated them unfairly, will they be willing to fight for the court on the battlefield in the future.

This is the truth.

Is it hard to understand?
“Oh my…”

"It has been a long time since Xiyuan has been as lively as it is today."

Jiajing stood outside the palace gate, his hands on his waist, and asked with a smile on his face.

Lv Fang, who was waiting on the side, nodded with a smile: "It's good to have a lively atmosphere. The master hasn't been so happy for a long time."

As for Yan Song, Gao Gong, Yuan Wei and others, as well as the six ministers of the six ministries and the five temple junior officials, they could only stare silently in the direction of the entrance to the palace from the Western Garden.

While Jiajing and Lu Fang, the master and servant, were talking.

A young eunuch was already calling out the names of the people over there.

Then Hu Zongxian and Qi Jiguang took the lead and led a group of soldiers to the Wanshou Palace.

On both sides of them were Huang Jin, Yan Shaoting and others.

Full of wine and food.

The soldiers led by Qi Jiguang were all wearing armor and carrying swords, with their heads held high and their ranks in neat order and their formation majestic.

The armor they wore was for fighting against the Japanese pirates, and the swords they carried were for killing the Japanese pirates.

What comes to your face is the breath of a battlefield.

Jiajing, standing in front of the palace gate, suddenly looked tense.

Then his face was filled with joy.

"The most powerful warrior in the world."

"Today is all within my grasp!"

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