Shouyang conquered, the whole country of Liang rejoiced, Liang Emperor Xiao Yan was even more overjoyed, he immediately began to reorganize the administrative region, restored the establishment of Yuzhou in the pre-Qi period, and took Shouyang as the state seat; Yuzhou, which was previously governed by Hefei, was changed to South Yuzhou.

As for the new candidates for the assassination of Yuzhou and Southern Yuzhou, Emperor Xiao Yan of Liang no longer dared to have the slightest carelessness, and after some careful weighing and consideration, he finally decided to grant Xiahou Kang the envoy and General Yunlu, and the military governors of Yuzhou Yuanhuai, Nanyu, Huo, Yi, and Ding, and led the history of Yuzhou and Nanyuzhou Assassins, sat in Shouyang, and controlled Huainan in general, guarding the north gate for the Liang.

Shouyang has been suffering from a long period of military famine, the people have been displaced, the population has plummeted, and the fields have been barren. After Xiahou entered the town of Shouyang, he was lightly punished, rewarded farming, reduced forced labor, and encouraged production.

After a simple rest, Ye Wang Yuanshu and Chen Qingzhi, as well as Wei Fang and Wei Xun, took their respective troops and returned to Jiankang together to return to Emperor Liang.

Back in Jiankang, Emperor Liang praised everyone in front of the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty, not only with beautiful words, but also with great rewards.

Wei Fang, like Xiahou Kang, was awarded the title of General Yunlu and led Xunyang Taishou.

And Chen Qingzhi fought a complete turnaround battle this time, not only transferred to the East Palace Zhige, but also was given the title of Guanzhong Marquis - although the Guanzhong Marquis at this time was just borrowing the title of Guanzhong's place name, and the actual Guanzhong land from Hangu in the east to Longguan in the west has nothing to do with it, it is a fictitious title, which only represents honor.

But Chen Qingzhi was born in a cold country, and he was given the title of Marquis, although it was a false title, it was enough to see that Emperor Xiao Yan of Liang valued him.

After the dispersal of the dynasty, Emperor Liang ordered Chen Qingzhi to stay and play with him in the study.

After playing several games in a row, Emperor Liang finally got enough of his chess addiction and put down the chess pieces contentedly.

"Ziyun, it's still interesting to play against you." Emperor Liang breathed a long sigh of relief and said with a smile, "Other people who play chess with me either don't dare to let go, or they just make the chess too obvious, it's just boring." ”

"That's Your Majesty's superb chess skills, and few people can be your opponents."

Emperor Liang didn't answer, looked at Chen Qingzhi meaningfully, and suddenly changed the topic, "Recovering Yuzhou, Xiahou Kang and Yuanshu both mentioned in the statement that you made great contributions, lured the reinforcements of the Wei army, and cut off the idea of Shouyang waiting for help, so you can surrender so quickly." ”

"Xiahou Gong and His Royal Highness King Ye have a good reputation, and this time it is all thanks to the soldiers who fought bravely; Especially in the battle to conquer Lizhi, General Wei Fang personally ventured into the realm and crossed the water to attack, so as to win in danger, avoid heavy casualties of our army, and deal a heavy blow to the Wei army. ”

"Hehe, I know that you have always been humble, no matter what, you are the pillars of my beam." After Emperor Liang said this, his face became calm, he looked at Chen Qingzhi, and asked slowly, "Ziyun, about Xuzhou, I want to hear what you think." ”

"Your Majesty wants to recapture Xuzhou?" Chen Qingzhi was a little surprised, but then regained his composure.

"Before, Xuzhou made you feel wronged because of my rebellious son. But for me, Xuzhou has a pain in the skin, how can I just ignore it? Although Emperor Liang's tone was calm, Chen Qingzhi still felt the murderous aura surging in secret.

"But Shouyang fell, and the Northern Wei Dynasty must take strict precautions against my beam. Although the northern land is currently in turmoil, there will not be too many troops that can be drawn out to fight against my Daliang, but after all, the foundation of the Northern Wei Dynasty is still there, and its strength should not be underestimated. ”

"Then you're against me sending troops?"

"Definitely! Weichen also agreed with the Northern Expedition, but Weichen judged that if he sent troops again, he would inevitably be resisted by the Northern Wei Dynasty with all his might, and there would be no more opportunities to take advantage of the gap before. Therefore, in the next battle, His Majesty needs to be prepared for a head-to-head confrontation with the Northern Wei Dynasty. ”

"Are you saying that if you want to continue the Northern Expedition, there must be a big war with the Northern Wei Dynasty?"

"Your Majesty, you think, even if the Empress Dowager Hu is absurd and unreasonable, under the internal and external troubles, if she doesn't fight with all her might, what awaits them will only be the end of destruction. The trapped beast is still fighting, but what about the people? ”

After listening to Chen Qingzhi, Emperor Liang kept nodding his head, "It makes sense, it seems that if you want to continue the Northern Expedition, you must be fully prepared." ”

"Food, grass, equipment, salaries, troops, etc., must be prepared for a big war, or even a protracted war, before troops can be sent again."

"Okay, I believe you, so I'll take a year and make adequate preparations."

"Your Majesty Shengming!"

"You also have to be prepared to expand your armaments! In the next battle, I want you to go on the expedition too! ”

When Chen Qingzhi heard this, he hurriedly knelt down and thanked him, "Weichen will do his best to repay Your Majesty!" ”

"Get up." Emperor Liang raised his hand and motioned for Chen Qingzhi to get up, "I heard that although your army is small in number, it is all warriors with one enemy and ten enemies. For the next battle, you need my support for something, but it doesn't hurt to say it. ”

"Thank you Your Majesty for your kindness, then Wechen has the courage to ask Your Majesty to let Wechen freely recruit people who are good at riding and archery from the displaced people in the north and incorporate them into the army."

"Well, it looks like you're trying to expand the cavalry, right?"

"Yes, if the Northern Expedition is to go well, an elite cavalry is indispensable."

"Ziyun, you just let it go, and I will reward you with a lot of money of 5,000 yuan as military funds."

"Wechen thank Your Majesty for your grace!"

Chen Qingzhi bid farewell to Emperor Liang and came out of Taicheng. As soon as he walked out of the city gate, he heard a voice calling to him kindly.

"Brother Xian! Brother Ziyunxian! ”

Chen Qingzhi looked in the direction of the voice, and saw that not far away, Zhu Yi was wearing civilian clothes and was waving and shouting at him.

Chen Qingzhi walked over quickly, Zhu Yi also walked quickly to catch up, after the two met the ceremony, Zhu Yi was full of enthusiasm, and took Chen Qingzhi's hand, "Brother Xian is on the front line, but I am worried about the death of the foolish brother." Fortunately, he returned unharmed, and he also made great achievements, and the foolish brother was also very happy, and he had set up a banquet in Huaiyue Tower to catch the wind and wash the dust for the virtuous brother. ”

"Brother Yan and brother can send someone to inform you, why do you have to wait here in person, it's really frustrating." Chen Qingzhi hurriedly said.

"Brother Xian is now the pillar of my beam, how can Brother Fool not greet him in person!" Zhu Yi picked up Chen Qingzhi and walked towards the car that was already waiting, "You and my brother don't be polite, and I'm not an outsider." ”

After getting into the car, Chen Qingzhi thought about Zhu Yi and said, "Brother Yanhe, I am still wearing court clothes, can you go home first and let me change my clothes......"

Before he finished speaking, Zhu Yi opened a delicate wooden box beside him and took out a white brocade robe from it, which was embroidered with exquisite flowers.

"Come, Brother Xian, I've already prepared civilian clothes for you!" Zhu Yi said proudly, "Jin Taixuan's craftsmanship, Brother Yu specially made it for you, wear it and try it." ”

"Brother Yanhe, this is too precious...... Chen Qingzhi's face was embarrassed, "Besides, I have always been used to wearing plain clothes, and such a brocade robe is really ......"

"Oh, brother, you are also a crown now, how can you still wear plain clothes?" Zhu Yi insisted on persuading, "Wear it a few more times, and you will naturally get used to it." Besides, you must appreciate the foolish brother's thoughts! ”

Seeing Zhu Yi so insisting, Chen Qingzhi had no choice but to change to his body.

"Look!" Zhu Yi looked up and down, "Brother Xian's dress is really a talent!" ”