This time, the envoy who came from Chang'an on the order of the emperor was named Zhao Chongguo. Since Xizhou was officially included in the territory of the Han Dynasty, the emperor's envoys have come several times in the past few years. And Zhao Chongguo is here for the second time.

Zhao Chongguo, who is currently the Shaofu Order, is just forty years old this year. But it was the prime of life. This person was born in the army, and he made great contributions in the war against the Southwest Yi and the Huns. Later, he was transferred to the civil service, entered the court, and with his own ability, he has been until today. It can be described as an experienced minister who can write and fight.

In fact, there are countless people like him in the current Han court. Whether it is an official or a large or small official, or an important person in charge of various departments of the imperial court, there is no mediocre person. In addition to them, there are many people who have cultivated all kinds of talents and handsome people in the imperial court. With countless reserve talents, the Han Empire has never lacked people who do practical things. Therefore, even a capable doer like Zhao Chongguo has always had a string in his heart, and he is extremely serious in his work, lest he accidentally make a slight omission and commit an irreparable mistake, which will be troublesome. After all, the impact on one's own future is small, and if it causes losses to the development of the empire because of this, it is a sinner of history.

However, Zhao Chongguo also has his own capital of inner pride. He has big ambitions in his heart and is not satisfied with his current position. Although Shaofu Ling can be regarded as one of the nine important ministers of the imperial court, it is not the end of his goal. He was always waiting for an opportunity to fulfill his ambitions. However, the years have passed, and it has been difficult to achieve his wish when he unconsciously enters the year of no confusion. Zhao Chongguo sometimes couldn't help but sigh to himself, deeply regretting.

Two years ago, when he first got the opportunity to go to Xizhou, his heart was full of excitement. The distance and hardship of the road did not hinder his excitement at all. As the Shaofu Commander in charge of the agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry and fishery industries of the Han Empire, he knew that the reason why he chose himself to come to Xizhou must be related to the duties he was in charge of. For this, he was fully prepared before arriving. Because, Zhao Chongguo knew deeply that the reason why he had such an opportunity was because Yuan Zhao mentioned his name in a note, so His Majesty the Emperor issued this appointment.

Zhao Chongguo's heart was both excited and uneasy. When he was in the army, he was just an ordinary lieutenant colonel. It is impossible for a character like Yuan Zhao to notice him, let alone have any special origins. And in the past few years when he entered the court and was rapidly promoted, Yuan Zhao was even more out of the war, and there was little intersection. So, he didn't understand why he was able to get this person's favor.

The young government commander, who was fully prepared, really completed the mission very successfully. In detail, I have learned about the geographical distribution of mountains and rivers in Xizhou, the various resources, transportation conditions, and climate change...... After all the circumstances, Zhao Chongguo spent more than half a month to formulate a very detailed and complete development plan. This very professional plan, after Yuan Zhao's review, was praised and affirmed by him.

It was from that time that the development and construction of Xizhou began step by step with the completion of the survey of all the territories. And among them, there is a credit to him Zhao Chongguo.

It's just that this young master who is well versed in the world has never publicized his role in this. The plan of the Western Expedition was led by Yuan Zhao, and in the annals of history, all the merits and glory should be recorded in his name. Even if others make too much of a contribution to it, they can't dominate it. But Zhao Chongguo deeply understands that it doesn't matter whether the world knows his exploits or not. As long as the yuan

Just call to know.

And this time he received the emperor's envoy order, but he was very surprised. Because with the development and construction of Xizhou after it was officially included in the territory of the Han Dynasty, the distant western continent has become a place where countless people flock to it. And if you can go there as the emperor's envoy, it is a great honor. Over the past few years, more than a dozen people who have had the opportunity to go there are all important ministers in the court. And he, Zhao Chongguo, was able to go for the second time, and he would undoubtedly become the envy of countless people.

The situation in Chang'an, although it is now a little confusing, is even a little worrying. But unlike other historical periods, no one is afraid of another Beacon War. Whether it is the government or the public, most people agree in their hearts that the game between the court and the court will stay in a small range of chaos at most.

The overall situation of the world is stable, the people live and work in peace and contentment, the market is prosperous and developing, and all industries are thriving. In such a situation, if anyone tries to provoke another war, he will definitely become the enemy of everyone in the world. The so-called Qianfu refers to the fact that he will die without a problem, and if he doesn't wait to jump up, he will be filmed to death.

Under such circumstances, in the hearts of many people, there is no objection to the intention vaguely revealed by His Majesty the Emperor. There are even many people who secretly rejoice and look forward to the day when the official water will be revealed.

And more people, weighing the pros and cons deep in their hearts, hesitate and entangle, and find it difficult to make their own choices. Among them, Zhao Chongguo is included.

A hundred years of vicissitudes, but in a snap of a finger. In the spring, nine years after the sixth emperor of the Han Dynasty ascended the throne, the world suddenly realized that when the year ended again, the Han Empire had been established for a full hundred years!

In other words, when the twilight of the year is approaching and the New Year's bell rings, this huge empire, which has spanned east and west and is infinitely powerful, will officially usher in its 100th birthday.

Up and down the court, many places in Kyushu have already begun to prepare for the celebration of this prosperous era. The whole world, which is aware of this, is radiating infinite hope and vitality in this spring.

It was in this context that the emperor's envoy team, headed by Zhao Chongguo, the commander of Shaofu, came to Xizhou again with a special mission.

Maybe it's because the population is still sparse, but the breath of spring seems to be particularly obvious in Xizhou. The newly built Xizhou Metropolitan Protectorate is located in the center of the fertile field. Zhao Chongguo has been staying here for the past few days, resting very well, and the fatigue along the way has long disappeared without a trace.

Since he had a brief conversation with Yuan Zhao when he first arrived a few days ago, Zhao Chongguo has not had the opportunity to meet him again. Although he knew that the emperor's edict was a little urgent, he was not in a hurry at all, and in front of Yuan Zhao, he just had to wait for his arrangement with peace of mind. He believes that he has his own sense of proportion, and that he can distinguish between priorities and priorities.

The body is a little lazy after a long journey. Although Zhao Chongguo is energetic, he can't help but feel that the afternoon sun makes people sleepy. In fact, in the past few days, he has not been idle. After a cursory understanding of the various progress of Xizhou's development, he was already greatly surprised in his heart.

It has only been two years since his first mission, but now Xizhou has been turned upside down, and it is not what it used to be. Could it be that Yuan Zhao really has a bit of a skill in turning stone into gold? Or will he drive the power of heaven and earth to his advantage? Otherwise, it is simply impossible to explain that such a huge achievement has been made in such a short period of time with the power of mortals.

A cup of fragrant tea made the mind of the young man sober up a lot. He flipped through the mountains of materials on his desk for a long time, and after covering the papers, he sat still,

No one knew what was going on in his heart.

I don't know how long it took, but the sound of hurried footsteps interrupted his train of thought. The attendant came in and reported that Yuan Gong had returned! If the envoy has time now, he can go and see him.

Zhao Chongguo's heart was shocked. A premonition that he didn't know where it came from, made him realize that maybe a huge opportunity was already in front of him, and it was up to him to see if he could hold it.

Zhao Chongguo put on his formal clothes and flicked away the dust on it. Before leaving the room, he glanced back at the stack of materials one last time. These are all kinds of detailed information about Xizhou, and in a sense, they are all top-secret documents. And the fact that I was able to have the opportunity to understand and read it was obviously at the behest of the supreme power holder in the Western Continent. And this person, it goes without saying that he is Yuan Zhao.

Zhao Chongguo followed his attendants all the way through the wide square of the Xizhou Metropolitan Protectorate. He glanced at the tall memorial tower in the center of the square from a distance. The wind stirred the clouds, obscuring the shadows of the sun, and there was something solemn and cool. A huge stone monument, which has just been made. Someone is directing it to be erected. The tall pulley cranes, the chains and ropes, and the shirtless craftsmen and sergeants shouting slogans and exerting their strength all make those who pass by unconsciously stop and pay attention to plastic surgery.

Zhao Chongguo turned around and made a former military salute to that side. Although it seemed a bit indecent for him to dress up in such a courtesy, he did it anyway. It is a kind of respect and reverence that comes from human nature. He and many others knew that every name engraved on that stone tablet had a heroic legend. Fierce blood and loyal bones, pride forever. These sacrifices will use their heroic souls to protect this land forever, and the people will be happy and healthy for a long time.

The emperor's envoy, who was full of infinite emotion in his heart, finally met the person who created all the miracles on this land again. The sun is shining at night, and the sky is full of sunshine. Yuan Zhao, who had been waiting for a long time, smiled faintly, looked at Zhao Chongguo who came over, he took the initiative to reach out and hold the arm of the old man.

"How's that...... What are you going to get in the next few days? ”

"Yuan Gong, I am ashamed of the country, although I have a little experience, but the more I understand, the more I feel that my talent is shallow...... Yuan Gongtian's talent is beyond anyone's ability! ”

The words asked by Yuan Zhao have no beginning or tail. And Zhao Chongguo's answer was humble and respectful with sincerity. Many of the people who stood nearby did not think of him as humble, but were impressed by his answer.

Yuan Zhao laughed heartily. He knew that the person in front of him was a smart person, and he might have already understood what he meant. And the reason why Zhao Chongguo was selected to take on the big role was also after long-term observation and consideration. Now it seems that he is indeed the most suitable candidate.

When Zhao Chongguo's gaze swept around imperceptibly, he saw several young faces. He knew that those who could follow Yuan Zhao's side must be the people he trusted the most. He didn't pay much attention to the others, only paid extra attention to the face of the heroic and extraordinary general at the front.

Zhao Chongguo knew that Li Ling, who had been named Marquis of Weiyuan, had been designated as a general to guard Xizhou, and if it was expected, it would .......

Sure enough, his hunch was not wrong. Yuan Zhao directly said what Zhao Chongguo had imagined countless times in his heart.

"The follow-up governance of Xizhou, I want to entrust it to Mr. Chongguo, I don't know what to do?"

Zhao Chongguo, who was more than ten years older than Yuan Zhao, didn't say anything, fell to the ground, and wept and wept. Such a selection and appointment is simply unprecedented.