Ye Yongjia decisively took a recital. This was something that Niu Yuan didn't expect, he thought it would be delayed for a few days, but now he could only deal with it in a hurry.

Liu Zhennian summoned him and asked him if he had any opinions on this matter, and Niu Yuan replied: "The words of the reform of the military department were proposed by the lower officials, but I didn't think that Ye Shilang's will was so resolute, and he wrote the book early." I have always believed that military facts are the foundation of the country, if even the most elite border division is so down, then how can it deter thieves and maintain peace and stability in the world? This is not only about foreign affairs, but also about domestic affairs. ”

Liu Zhennian twisted his eyebrows, and pulled the hilt of the sword around his waist with his left hand.

"It's just a matter of your words, and the lower officials can't be the master......" Niu Yuan was already hinting to him that he should make a decision as soon as possible.

But Liu Zhennian was silent at this time. It was by relying on these warriors that he ascended to the stage, and the border guards were all connected with him, and they were the most important part of the Liu Party. If you cut them off, it is tantamount to stripping the flesh from your body.

But when he opened his eyes and looked at the shocking 'more than 30 defeats' in the book, he hesitated again - such a stubborn disease that penetrated into the bone marrow seemed to have no other way to solve it except by breaking the wrist of a strong man.

Liu Zhennian was a little worried, and finally reluctantly agreed: "Then allow you to carry out this reform." Even so, don't be too impatient, once the court discussion gets out of control, even I can't do anything. ”

Niu Yuan kowtowed and said: "Since ancient times, there has been great resistance to changing the law, and under the grace of Liu Gong's knowledge, he swore to go to the soup and fire, and he must have this awareness!" ”

"It's for the best. Tell me, what did you want to do at the beginning? Liu Zhennian has not yet come out of his depression, and he has no intention of listening to him say these words again.

"When I went to visit the Ministry of War, I was not very appreciative of the reform. His reasoning is nothing more than seeing it below, how can it be asserted? Therefore, only by going to the border pass in person and inspecting the actual situation can we stop the mouths of the ministers. ”

"You're not going to go on your own, are you?"

"No, I already have a candidate in mind," Niu Yuan said, pointing a little to the book, "He, he can take on the important task of patrolling Xuanhua on behalf of a certain person." ”

"Ye Yongjia......" Liu Zhennian's gaze gradually became solemn.

Under Liu Zhennian's order, Zhongshu Province began to discuss the so-called issue of 'sending officials to patrol the border'. Ye Yongjia's move caused an uproar in the government and the opposition, although it was instructed by the prime minister of the dynasty, but everyone's anger could not be calmed down, and they gathered around the meeting hall, and shouted to the provincial ministers, saying that 'patrolling the border is useless, and the state funds are wasted, and Ye Yongjia's evil words confuse the public, and it is not enough to accept it'. Yan Wen received a mountain of letters in just one day, but he didn't care, and said to Hong Lishen and others: "No matter who the book is, it will be handed over to the East Palace for the prince to review." ”

When the prince read the recital handed by the middle book, he smiled with joy, wishing that he would kill each other. After asking the mastermind Lan Yuan, he immediately issued an edict, ordering the officials to stop fighting and listen to the instructions of Zhongshu Province.

Even the crown prince of the prison country has spoken, and everyone has no confidence to make trouble anymore. Under pressure from many parties, he had to temporarily stop and let Yan Wen and others discuss with peace of mind. Approving Ye Yongjia's performance is a sure thing, and the next step is only the size of the patrol, and everyone has not yet reached a consensus. Most of the provincial ministers and the border generals are on the outside of each other, and for the sake of their own safety, even if they can't disobey the prime minister, they must make a stumbling block in it.

Niu Yuan realized everyone's intentions, so he invited the officials of the six ministries to come to discuss on the grounds that it was related to various ministries. Because the household department often had to pay for the military expenses of the border passes, it was naturally unwilling to be angry with the border army, and proposed that a patrol team of more than 30 people should be prepared; And the Ministry of Officials had a close relationship with Ye Yongjia, and then echoed the opinions of the Ministry of Households. Although the opposition is still in the majority, the weight of the speech of the household and the government is like a stone, which can suppress all opposing voices. Yan Wen was irritable with the long meeting, and he could finally slap the table at this time and announce that he would send officials out of Beijing on the next day.

The specific number of people sent to patrol the border is 37 people, namely: one squire of the military department (Ye Yongjia), one director of the military department (Cai Xianqing), two members of the military department, six eunuchs, ten guards, and the rest of the miscellaneous people.

Ye Yongjia knelt down for the holy decree first, and then went to the distance to say goodbye. Niu Yuan sat on the Taishi's chair, bowed, and taught: "Lord Ye's trip this time is a major matter related to the future of the country, and it should not be taken lightly. If you encounter a powerful person, you must not be timid, you must fight on the basis of reason, and you will not hesitate to break your bones. I am of the same heart as you, I hope that Ye Shilang will not disappoint me! Ye Yongjia thanked him, and then withdrew with a group of people.

"How?" Cai Xianqing, who had just led the horse, walked in front of Ye Yongjia, "How do you feel...... Is Bong more supportive than you? ”

Ye Yongjia saw that the entourage was busy packing their luggage, so he walked to the corner wall with Cai Xianqing, and said: "The younger generation entered the house at the right time, and he only said a bunch of empty words, although it was all about encouragement, but it was always uncomfortable. ”

"Probably because you don't trust others," Cai Xianqing comforted, "No matter what, Niu Yuan is also the only one who supports Tinglong to carry out reforms, if you don't unite this force, who else can you rely on." ”

"You're right, but you can't do without it." Ye Yongjia touched the bridle, "If he wants to use this to seek benefits for himself, instead of sincerely seeking change, it will be difficult in the future." If we are constrained by him and do not make a name for ourselves, then the reform can only be superficial. ”

Xianqing nodded. He looked up and saw that it was not too late, and said, "Liu Xiang is urgent, it is better to set off as soon as possible." When you arrive at the border pass, the lower official will accompany you step by step. ”

Ye Yongjia then led the horse out, and seeing that everyone was almost ready, he clapped a few times in front of Niu Yuan's mansion and shouted: "Everyone, it's time to go!" ”

Looking down from the continuous mountains, the defense of Xuanhua City was unobstructed in front of him. Apart from a few scattered forts, the strongest of them was the serpent-like wall, which ran straight or horizontally through the mountain peaks, surrounding the town on three sides. It is connected by high and low, beacon fire, like a natural iron wall.

But the defenders here were not easy. The Yi people in the north have carved out many unknown paths with their blood, climbed the city wall from the spacious flat ground, attacked the officers and soldiers, and Xuanhua, which may be exposed in front of the enemy at any time, has become precarious.

Shi Yiyi, the guard here, was almost powerless, and he moved the official office to a place far away from the battlefield, but he was still thinking about ways to deduct official salaries. Just as he was drinking and having fun in the camp, a soldier suddenly burst in and reported: "General, the imperial court has sent someone." ”

With a hesitant look, Shi Yiyi replied softly: "I'll see you." ”