I’m The King

"Never let Zhou Yuan return to Jicheng!" Ji Ling said loudly while looking at Tan Feng, Zhou Yu, and Chun Yuyan in front of them.

Zhou Yuan is different from Ning Zecheng. Ning Zecheng has always been in control of Yan Lingwei. In Yan State, although he has a huge influence, he has few friends. Most courtiers and nobles fear him more than they fear him. Ning Zecheng has always been in control of Yan Lingwei. When Zecheng fell, maybe many people clapped and cheered secretly, but Tan Feng kept Ning Zecheng for so long, but there was almost no turmoil, so you can understand this fact. But Zhou Yuan is very different. This person has served as the Taiwei of the Kingdom of Yan for many years, and his students are all over the world, and most of these people have the power of the army. Like this time, when Zhou Yuan arrived in Langya County, Hu Yanchao sent a team of people to **** It can be seen. The news had just spread back to Jicheng, Jicheng, which was calm on the surface, was surging in the dark.

Zhou Yuan’s return to Jicheng will break the form of Ji Ma’s hard work to manage, and the balanced political situation in Jicheng will be broken. Even a lieutenant lieutenant Zhou Yuan can easily stir up storms in Jicheng. .

Ji Ling didn't want the country of Yan to go back to the previous path, and even more unwilling to have the centralization of power that had just begun and Zhou Yuan's return would cause another storm. Those aristocrats who were seized of power, and those who lost their fief, were afraid that they were looking forward to Zhou Yuan. Come back, so that you can fight back under his banner.

"It's true that Taiwei Zhou can't go back to Jicheng!" Chun Yuyan glanced at the opposite Zhou Yu, "But Taiwei Zhou and Ning Zecheng are different and need to be treated differently. Your Majesty, the current state of Yan needs peace and stability. The less trouble, the better."

Tan Feng nodded, "Chunyu Neishi is right. We succumbed to Zhao Guo and returned the four cities that we had finally taken back to them. We tolerated the lofty domineering, just to let him go with Donghu to bite the dog, Qi Guo But at this time, if we want to take advantage of the fire and rob, we also need to fight back. At this time, what we need most is internal unity, and it is not appropriate to engage in war."

"Zhou Taiwei, what do you say?" Ji Ling's gaze turned to Zhou Yu, who had been silent.

"The minister agrees with the opinions of Master Tan and Internal History of Chunyu." Zhou Yu said simply.

"Well, since you agree, this matter is settled. Tell me, what should Zhou Yuan do?" Ji Ling rubbed his temples. This is still a problem. If you can't make a big fight, it means that It's time to let Zhou Yuan go.

"Let Zhou Yuan Zhou Taiwei return to Fenzhou to take care of the elderly!" Chun Yuyan thought for a moment.

"Fenzhou is his nest. Not long after the imperial court returned, wouldn't it be wrong to let him go to Fenzhou at this time?" Ji Ling was a little dissatisfied, "I'm afraid this argument is wrong."

"My lord, the Fenzhou that was returned to the imperial court is no longer the former Fenzhou. All levels of officials in the whole prefecture are selected and sent by the imperial court. The garrison is also ours. It can be said that the old forces of the imperial court are in ours. It has fallen apart under the blow, but anyone with a little insight knows that the past times are gone forever and want to live a better life. They can only depend on us. Therefore, even if Taiwei Zhou returned to Fenzhou, he I can't disturb any more storms, let's talk about it. I believe that Commander Tan will have a suitable arrangement."

Chun Yuyan turned to look at Tan Feng, Tan Feng smiled, "Compared to my arrangement. I believe Master Zhou Yuzhou can solve a lot of troubles with just one sentence."

All three of them turned their eyes to Zhou Yu. Indeed, apart from being like-minded with them, Zhou Yu also had another identity, that is, he was also a member of the Zhou clan. It can be said that as long as Zhou Yu is there, as long as Zhou Yu gives a promise to the Zhou clan, then the Zhou clan who still has hope will not follow Zhou Yuan to the dark.

If even the Zhou clan members refused to follow Zhou Yuan, then Zhou Yuan who returned to Fenzhou would be like a toothless tiger, so what could he do?

"Zhou Qing's house, this matter, I will trouble you to take a trip, go to Zhou Taiwei, we will not be held accountable for his defeat of Donghu, let him resign from all official posts and return to Fenzhou for retirement. Well, as long as he is safe, I am willing to let him spend the rest of his life in peace." Ji Ling said.

"Yes!" Zhou Yu faintly said: "I will go to see Taiwei Zhou and ask him to go back to Fenzhou directly."

Ok! Ji Ji nodded in satisfaction, "Zhou Qing's family has worked hard. How are you doing with the re-recruitment of the army?"

Zhou Yu owed himself and said: "It will take a long time to recruit new recruits. Therefore, our first step is to issue orders to all states and counties in the world to deploy troops. The county soldiers and state soldiers under their command may not be able to fight. It’s not strong, but it’s much stronger than new recruits. Re-training will save a lot of effort. At present, 30,000 people have been assembled and training has officially started. I believe it will not take long for this army to have a certain level of Combat power."

Hearing that more than 30,000 people have been assembled, Ji Ling's brows stretched a little, "Taipei Zhou is really quick and resolute. By the way, you talked to me a few days ago about the lofty way of training soldiers. This person is training soldiers. There is really a unique secret. Within a few years, we have had such a strong army. If we can get his training method, we will surely be able to get twice the result with half the effort."

Zhou Yu bowed and said, "My lord, the lofty way of training soldiers is not a secret. After I observed his army, I stayed in my heart. I thought it would be difficult to get it right, but it was beyond my expectation. Besides, it was in the hands of the Liaoxi County soldiers, that is, Zhang Shouyue's commander, Lu Hong, who got this set of training tips, and Gao Yuan didn't treat him as a treasure at all."

"Lu Hong has an extraordinary relationship with him. It's not surprising that Lu Hong can get it, but did you get the full copy from Lu Hong? Don't have any key points hidden inside!"

Zhou Yu shook his head, "I got it from Lu Hong. It was written by Gao Yuan. It's not bad at all. I have seen it. It is true that everything is fine and everything is taken care of. Nothing is missing."

Tan Feng on one side said with a smile: "The king is too worried. Taiwei Zhou is also a master of warfare. If there is any missing, Taiwei Zhou can understand it."

Ji Ling said excitedly: "In this way, it won't take long for us to have an army as powerful as the Zhengdong Army?"

Zhou Yu took a breath and was a little embarrassed: "My lord, there is a very difficult problem here. The high salary of the army is so high, we are afraid we can't afford it."

Ji Ling said strangely: "My Dayan's financial resources are not as high as a small one. He can afford it, but we can't afford it?"

"That being said, the number of Gaoyuan's troops is small, and his territory is small, and all aspects that need to be taken care of are also small. The area controlled by Dayan is much larger than his territory, and the daily cost is much larger. Nature is not the same. If we compare with absolute wealth, we naturally have a lot more, but if we really want to put it in everyone's head, we really can't compare to him."

"Not only that, the centralized system of counties and counties has just begun, and my Dayan has been turbulent over the past few years, which has greatly affected my income. The treasury is extremely empty, and military expenditures are somewhat stretched according to previous standards. Let alone follow his standards." Chun Yuyan nodded.

Ji Ling sat up straight, "How much is the salary of a high-level soldier?"

Zhou Yu was silent for a moment and said a number. Ji Ling took a breath. An ordinary soldier under Gao Yuan's monthly salary exceeded that of a general officer in the Yan army. The military expenditure spent must be an astronomical figure.

"There is no other way?" He looked at the three ministers.

The three of them shook their heads, "At least for now, the imperial court really can't come up with the money, but if the time is longer, as the national power gradually recovers, the advantages of centralization will gradually appear, and it will be relieved."

"The Qin soldier's salary is extremely low. Why do we have such a strong combat power? Can we not imitate Qin?" Ji Ling proposed another possibility.

"My lord, our domestic situation is unstable, but we can't learn from Qin. If we really are like Qin, I'm afraid that the country will be in chaos." Tan Feng said solemnly: "We must learn from Qin's control. The law of the army, I am afraid that painting a tiger will not become a square dog. This matter can only be described slowly."

Ji Ma was silent for a while, and then suddenly grinned, "Lieutenant Zhou, we will pay our soldiers according to the high-level soldier salary standard."

Zhou Yu was surprised, "My lord, where do we get the money?"

"Money will come naturally." Ji Ling said: "The first is to increase revenue and reduce expenditure, Tan Feng, Chun Yuyan, you two, let me figure out a solution. The first is to increase revenue and reduce expenditure and eliminate redundant officials. There are only a few people in the Zhengdong Mansion, and they manage such a large area in an orderly manner. In contrast, there are too many officials here."

"Secondly, Commander Tan, this is up to you, so many corrupt officials, they always have to make them pay the price, find out the true evidence, and then copy their homes."

"In this way, even if the income is not too much, it can still afford this 30,000 troops. As long as these 30,000 people are trained to be as elite as the Eastern Army, they can protect themselves. In the future, it will naturally get better."

"Understood. The subordinates will take care of this matter!" Tan Feng bowed.

Zhou Yu and Chunyuyan looked at each other ~www.wuxiaspot.com~ This must be, not only Jicheng, but I am afraid that there will be another **** storm within the entire Dayan, but the two of them now have nothing to do, Ji Although Ling's solution was bloody, it was the fastest solution to the problem. And those who are about to fall under the butcher knife, it can also be said that they will not be wronged, these people would have died more than guilty.

A day later, at the gate of Jicheng City, Zhou Yu looked at Tan Feng who was coming to see him off, and he pondered for a while, and said: "Tan Feng, the king has ordered this matter, must be carefully considered, and the means of action should not be too intense. Leaving a little bit of leeway may minimize the adverse effects."

Tan Feng shuanglang smiled, "But don't worry, go ahead. I have a sense of measure. Taiwei Zhou will definitely not give you a good face. This time you go, but you are going to be a man with your tail clipped."

"It's okay. I am not only his junior, but also the one he helped to support. Even if I feel wronged, that is what I deserve. After solving the matter, I went directly to the border, Jicheng. Wan Xinbing, but you have to keep an eye on them. They are the hope for the rise of our Yan Nation."

"Well, the five thousand veterans who returned from Donghu can also play a role. I will take time to urge them to train." Tan Feng nodded, "Good luck."

"Take care!" (To be continued...)