Finally. Zhang Fan's explanation. Let Zeng Xingwu and Liu Xian agree. From the two of them, the expressions that had softened. It's obvious that you can see it. And this. It is the purpose of Zhang Fan's coming here this time. Of course. It's just a small part of the purpose. And that's not all.

After listening to Zhang Fan's explanation. saw the appearance of Zeng Xingwu and Liu Xian. Wang Xilie on the side. Especially Wang Xilie. I was even happier in my heart. He wasn't just glad that the matter was about to be resolved. I'm going to be able to go back to the capital. He was even happier. Zeng Xingwu did not have more contradictions with Zhang Fan. That's what he wants to see the most. After all, he has a very good relationship with Zeng Xingwu. At the age of Zeng Shengwu. He has many more opportunities in the future. He didn't want to see his future ruined just because of such an incident.

Now. Now that the two sides have been reconciled. Then everything is easy to say.

"Alas. Didn't think of anything. So that's what happened. Liu Xian, who has never spoken. Now he said in a very helpless tone. Apparently. Even he didn't say a word just now. But he also knew. This matter is really no wonder Zhang Fan.

"Ugh." And Zeng Xingwu also sighed again. Said. "Let's be honest. What the DPRK and China look like today. There can be a Empress Dowager Li in power. It's a blessing. What Empress Dowager Li has done since she came to power. Never go wrong. Also extremely far-sighted. Even this thing. As a matter of fact. Queen Mother, she didn't do anything wrong. It's just a little too conservative.

"That's fine. But it's clear. Compared to the two of us feeling sorry for ourselves here. but they have not seen it. Now the situation is very good. Alas......"

What the hell were the two of them sighing about? Zhang Fan didn't know it. But so they are. Zhang Fan also had some of the same thoughts in his heart. Truly. It's exactly the same as Zeng Xingwu said. Although the two of them said this with a sigh. But actually. And that's exactly what the two said. This is indeed a blessing.

Empress Dowager Li is not Lu Pheasant. It's not Wu Cong. Be able to sit in this seat. At the same time as the power is in hand. But he is not greedy. Not an abusive person. To know. It's easy to see. But people who can still maintain such a mentality after actually sitting in that position. There are very few of them.

But Empress Dowager Li did it. Even in her current status. He holds the power of the world. But she still hasn't lost her true nature. Sanity is very. Even. She is even more able to make up for her weaknesses. She is good at regulating things between people. Then once such a thing happens in the DPRK and China. She'll make a move. And since Zhu Yijun ascended the throne. Every time I encounter this situation that requires her to take a shot. She can solve it very well.

But she is not good at handling court politics. That's why she has to avoid it. Even. She just gave up on it. Put down the rights of this piece. Let the people below who are proficient in government politics deal with it. Let's say Feng Bao. Let's say Zhang Fan. For example, now is the most important thing for Empress Dowager Li. Zhang Juzheng is right.

And Empress Dowager Li is obviously right to do this. Now. A large and small transaction in the middle. It's all handled by Zhang Juzheng. Although it is said that because of this incident. Anyone who knows Zhang Juzheng can feel it. Since Zhu Yijun ascended the throne. Zhang Juzheng has changed significantly. But anyway. Now Zhang Ju is in power. Everything is working very well in the DPRK and China. Even if he offended a lot of people because of this. I also did a lot of different things. However, it is undeniable that the form of the DPRK and China is now improving.

And these. It's all thanks to Empress Dowager Li. If not for her. I don't know what it will become.

Moreover. The benefits of Empress Dowager Li doing this. And that's not all. It's not just because she appointed Zhang Juzheng that the form of the court and the country has improved. But be aware. Any change. None of them are capable of a peaceful transition. Even the series of reforms that Zhang Juzheng is implementing today. Although by his sake. The impact has been minimized. But it's not entirely out of the question.

Other words. Nowadays, many people are dissatisfied with this matter. It can even be said to be hateful.

But be aware. These causes and effects are all concentrated in today's executors. That is, Zhang Juzheng's body. If one day is said in the future. This change has made it impossible for people to sit back and swallow their breath. There's a good chance it's going to make a mess. And the mess together. It's not just a matter of just suppressing it. You have to give an explanation to those who make trouble. Other words. Give those people a goal.

And Zhang Juzheng. It's obvious. He became a target of the matter. When the time comes. You only need to push everything onto Zhang Juzheng. So come one. The imperial court will not be affected in any way. When Zhu Yijun reaches the age of being able to govern in the future. When Empress Dowager Li returned to power. All of this will be minimized.

All in all. It can be said that the queen of heaven is a way to kill multiple birds with one stone. It's okay to say that she is selfless. After all, he did this for the sake of the court. For the sake of the Ming Dynasty. But there's nothing wrong with saying she's selfish. She does, after all. The most direct reason. It is so that his children can sit on the throne in the future.

As for why Zeng Xingwu and Liu Xian sighed so much. It's not because they are dissatisfied with Empress Dowager Li for doing this. It's just a sigh. I just didn't have a good time. Who called. The court is like this now. It can be like this. It can already be said to be the best appearance.

"Alas. Don't talk about that. Zhang Fan also sighed. Said. "What the hell will happen in the court. It's not for those of us who are courtiers to worry about. Of course. Let's even think about it. It doesn't matter much. When the time comes, everything will naturally be known.

"Now. Since the two adults believed what the juniors said. Then we won't say anything more. Hurry up and get the things in front of you done. so as not to delay your work. ”

"Yes, yes, yes. What Master Zhang said is extremely true. Wang Xilie heard Zhang Fan say this. Naturally, they nodded in agreement. He came today in the hope that the two sides could clear up the misunderstanding. I decided the reward earlier. In this way. It's early. He could have gone back sooner. Although it's really good here. But no matter what, it's not as comfortable as your own home.

"Let's get down to business, then." Zeng Xingwu also nodded. Said. "This time the battle report. It has already been sent to the DPRK and China before. The actual situation is also the same as what is written in the war report. There are no discrepancies. Although preparations for this big battle have been going on since last year. But it didn't start until this year. There's a reason for that. At the beginning of this year. I got the news here. It is said that the Tusi of Xuzhou is in charge of the barbarians preparing for a rebellion. After hearing the news. I knew it couldn't wait any longer. Let Liu Xian go out after he is ready. It also gave the court a twist and turn. That's the way it is. ”

"These Fanbang foreigners." Zhang Fan listened to Zeng Xingwu's words. Said. "The situation here is chaotic. To talk about the struggle between the imperial court and the servants. It's been more than a hundred years. Although it is a servant during the period, it seems to have an advantage. But at the end of the day. Neither side is very good. And. The reason for this. Although I can't tell the world. But I get it. Neither side can be said to have done the right thing. But these things now. It doesn't matter anymore.

"The battle report sent by General Liu to the imperial court. I've seen it too. I still remember that it said, 'There are more than 60 Kezhai.' 4,600 prisoners. More than 400 miles of land expansion. Ninety-three bronze drums'. When I saw the news at the time. Even the younger generations knew the prestige of General Liu. But for a while, I thought it was fake. Now. The younger generation will not see it that way. This is absolutely true.

"Only. This time I'm here. It was also ordered by the Queen Mother. The main thing is not how much we won. It's about knowing how much we've been hurt here. ”

"This servant. It is really worthy of the reputation of fighting with the imperial court for more than 100 years. Listen to Zhang Fan's question. Liu Xian couldn't help but sigh. "This time. I can lead my army to conquer the servants. The first merit must definitely be recorded on the heads of the three provinces. Then. After the news of the rebellion of the Tusi in Xuzhou came. It is said that there has just been a move on the other side. There is no date yet. If it weren't for the three provinces, they would have made a quick decision. Let me go first. If you give it to the court. This is definitely not the case today.

"This time. It can be said that we took those barbarians by surprise. They didn't expect me to come so soon. At that time they were all preparing for a rebellion. Therefore, all the villages are mobilizing troops and horses. I wasn't too guarded. That's what made me take advantage of the loophole. But even so. The servant is still not easily subservient. Even if it's a surprise on my side. There were also a few fierce battles over there. Fortunately, there is not too much damage here. The 140,000 officers and soldiers I brought with me. No more than 3,000 people died. No more than 10,000 people were injured. And almost all of these 10,000 wounded people are alive now. There was not much damage. Baggage and the like. Because I started preparing last year. So replenish in time. Finally figure it out. It costs a lot of money. If you don't count the grain. Only less than a million taels. The silver was ready last year. And because of that. I was able to send troops without waiting for the approval of the imperial court. ”

"I see." Zhang Fan nodded. Said. "This time it was really good luck. And there is General Liu Lao sitting in the formation. It's a blessing. So. It can indeed be called a great victory. And nothing else. The most pleasing thing is. There will be no worries about life here. That's all that matters. ”