I am a soldier in the border army

Chapter 427: Protector of Anbei! Grassland Geomancy!
Abaoji, who had dealt with the Six Gates before, certainly knew what they were.

He also knew very well why Han Shao asked him to take on this position of deputy admiral.

But does it matter?
Nowadays, everyone in the Wuhuan clan is working as a dog for this prince in order to survive, seek wealth and power. So what if he has a eunuch with incomplete limbs?
What's more, he instigated Hu Ruo Xie, who was then the Left Wise King, to go to this step. Isn't this what he wanted?
Abaoji kowtowed to express his gratitude.

Seeing that Han Shao had no other instructions, he walked out of the palace in small steps backwards.

In the empty hall behind him, Han Shao stared at his back for a while, then slowly withdrew his gaze.

"Lü Yan, do you think my cheap father-in-law will resent me for this?"

Lu Yan walked out of the void with an embarrassed look on his face.

After all, as an outsider, it is not appropriate for him to interfere in such family affairs of the nobles.

However, since Han Shao asked this, Lu Yan hesitated for a moment and then spoke carefully.

"Your Excellency did this out of love for His Highness."

"I think... with your intelligence, you will definitely understand your good intentions."

"I'm already grateful to you, my Lord, so why would I harbor resentment?"

Now that Shi Bi is dead, no one on the grassland dares to address him as "Your Majesty" anymore.

Of course, this prince refers to Hu Ruoye who has just ascended the throne of Khan.

Hearing Lu Yan's words, Han Shao lowered his eyes and looked at his armored general, then smiled playfully.

"You have improved a lot and can speak now."

It is impossible for him to stay in this grassland permanently.

Some means of balancing are essential.

Because of that catastrophe, Wang Tinggui's clan and the slave army have become blood enemies and will only attack and fight each other in the future.

It is impossible to work together again.

Another six-door pacification office was established to check and supervise Hu Ruoye.

In this way, the situation can be maintained for a period of time.

As for whether Hu Ruo Xie would feel resentful because of this, as Lu Yan said, he is a smart man and would probably... not dare to do so.

In response to Han Shao's praise, Lu Yan hurriedly said.

"I am a dull general, but I am just relying on the fact that I have been with you for a long time and have learned a lot from you."

Han Shao was amused by this and laughed.

After he finished laughing, he asked.

"When will the three thousand heavily armored infantrymen drawn from home arrive?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Yan responded.

"The journey north is long, and there are snowstorms blocking the way... I'm afraid it will take at least ten days."

This was also assisted by the large number of Karasuma war horses captured in this battle.

Otherwise, this time is estimated to be quadrupled.

Ten days……

That means I can come here just in time to celebrate the New Year.

Han Shao sighed somewhat ashamedly.

"This is my fault for causing my soldiers to travel so hard and exhaust themselves with my orders."

"When they arrive, give them a generous reward."

Han Shao never did stupid things like wanting the horse to run and not eat grass at the same time.

Those little tricks that are not worthy of being shown on the stage may work once or twice, but after a while people’s hearts have been dispersed and it will be difficult to clean up after that.

To put it in a cold-blooded way, only when you have given enough friendship, you will be able to be ruthless in the future with a clear conscience.

When Lu Yan heard this, his expression was moved.

"Your Excellency's tolerance and kindness to our brothers are rare in history. I would like to thank you in advance on behalf of our brothers!"

But after saying this, Lu Yan paused for a moment and then hesitated again.

"My Lord...Would it be inappropriate for us to leave only a few people in Dragon City?"

Including the three thousand heavy armored soldiers drawn from home and the two thousand elite cavalry prepared to stay behind, the total number was no more than five thousand.

For such a small number of people to control Longcheng and the vast grassland, it is just a drop in the bucket and will not have much effect.

But Han Shao shook his head and laughed when he heard this.

"enough."

These 5,000 armored cavalry have greater symbolic significance than practical significance.

Deterring the Wuhuan tribe is secondary, as long as it is used to deter other barbarians outside the Youbei grassland.

What if some barbarians from outside the territory see that the Wuhuan tribe has declined to such an extent and really want to come and pick the peaches?

It is entirely possible to use these 5,000 armored cavalry as the backbone and gather the elite cavalry of Wuhuan as the vassal army.

If we advance, we can attack; if we retreat, we just need to defend this Dragon City.

Wait until the army returns to support us tomorrow, and then we will clear the land and destroy the enemies.

Han Shao gave a brief explanation, but emphasized the tactics used by the famous generals of the previous Tang Dynasty to sweep across the world.

After Lu Yan's expression gradually became clear, Han Shao suddenly said.

"Lü Yan, do you feel wronged for always being by my side?"

When Lu Yan heard this suddenly, he panicked.

Just as he was about to say something, Han Shao frowned and interrupted him with a wave of his hand.

"Why are you panicking? You are the closest person to me. Although we are master and servant in name, I only remember the brotherhood of living and dying together in the past."

"This is just a nonsense question, and you should answer it nonsense!"

"Is it possible that the Lord will blame you for this?"

As soon as these words came out, Lu Yan's nose felt sore and his eyes turned slightly red.

He knelt down and kowtowed.

"Lü Yan is a humble man, but fortunately he has gained your trust and support, and is now where he is today."

"It is my great fortune to be able to always be by your side, so how can I feel wronged?"

If it weren't for Han Shao, he would have died in last year's disastrous defeat and his body would have been buried on the grassland.

How can one talk about having the cultivation and status he has today?

Not to mention having the good fortune to marry the noble lady Chen from Zhuo County?
Seeing Lu Yan's reaction, Han Shao's brows gradually relaxed.

After staring at Lu Yan for a while, he suddenly laughed and scolded.

"What are you crying for? Look at what you have accomplished!"

"stand up!"

As he spoke, he waved the sleeves of his brocade robe, and vast magical power swept across.

It was not until Lu Yan stood up that he said with some regret.

"A true man should hold a three-foot sword when he is born, accomplish extraordinary feats, and make a name for himself in the world."

"You follow me around all day long, when will you be able to achieve real success? When will you be able to let the world know your name, Lu Yan?"

After being scolded by Han Shao, Lu Yan looked innocent and argued in a low voice.

"But... I just want to stay by your side, and I have never thought of making any achievements or becoming famous..."

Once these unambitious words were spoken, Han Shao was immediately blocked from speaking.

Han Shao, who had suffered a great defeat at the hands of his trusted and beloved general, looked gloomy and said angrily.

"Do you want to carry the title of an armored general for the rest of your life?"

Lu Yan muttered confidently.

"If anyone else wants to put on armor for you, they are not qualified, right?"

Oh, you are honored?

Han Shao was so angry that he laughed.

I simply didn't bother to beat around the bush with him and snorted coldly.

"I'm telling you straight, when I return south, I'll leave these five thousand armored cavalry to you!"

"You have to take good care of this grassland inside and out!"

"If you have any requests, just tell me. Don't bother talking nonsense!"

Han Shao, who hadn't swore for a long time, was obviously getting a little angry.

The tone is unquestionable.

Lu Yan couldn't help but shrink his neck.

However, as he had already gotten used to staying by Han Shao's side, he still felt somewhat unwilling.

"But I have never commanded an army alone!"

What he couldn't understand was that there were so many veterans in the Zhenliao Army who were skilled in battle, and they were obviously more suitable for this kind of thing, so how could it be his turn?
Han Shao glared at him fiercely when he heard this.

"Idiot! I don't trust others!"

Hearing Han Shao's words, Lu Yan was stunned for a long while, and then he suddenly woke up as if from a dream.

"Your Excellency is worried that... someone will harm Madam and Young Marquis?"

Seeing Lu Yan's sweaty and cautious appearance, Han Shao glanced at him unhappily.

"I don't want to gamble."

The Zhen Liao Army was too deeply involved with Gongsun of Liaodong.

He did not doubt his friendship with Gongsun Xinyi.

Nor does he worry that his future father-in-law might make a mistake.

He was only afraid that those guys from the Gongsun clan would do stupid things for the so-called family interests.

At that time, not only would it ruin the harmonious situation that he and Gongsun Du had worked so hard to build, but it would also ruin his own plans on the grassland.

So it is better to take precautions against some things. Having said this, Han Shao looked at Lu Yan and sighed.

"There are not many people I can completely trust."

"You, Lu Yan, have been with me the longest and are the closest to me."

"I can only feel at ease if I leave this matter to you."

In fact, if we really want to protect the safety of Wuhuan and Ya mother and son, having Fahai, a seventh-level Arhat, is enough.

But what Han Shao wanted was to nip everything in the bud.

After all, once this kind of thing is done, whether it succeeds or not, the impact will be there.

It's embarrassing and the consequences are hard to clean up.

Faced with Han Shao's almost heartfelt trust, Lu Yan was so moved that he had nothing to say.

However, Lu Yan, who had never led an army alone, did not have the confidence at all.

It would really turn out to be a joke, damaging your reputation and delaying your important plans.

If he accidentally killed these five thousand armored cavalrymen, just for this reason alone, he would have no face to live in this world and would be guilty of a thousand deaths.

Han Shao saw through Lu Yan's concerns at a glance and comforted him gently.

“There is a first time for everything. Have confidence in yourself.”

"I also believe in your ability, Lu Yan."

This is true.

Han Shao never doubted Lu Yan's ability.

It's just that he is used to staying by Han Shao's side, and Han Shao is also used to his presence.

Therefore, I have never had the opportunity to be independent.

In fact, in terms of what they have learned from themselves, Li Jing and the other three have not gained as much as this guy.

He was involved in military marches, government affairs, and even the Six Gates, an organization that specializes in dealing with secret and dirty work.

I can't say that I understand it completely, but I am definitely not unfamiliar with it.

Putting him in Dragon City to hone his skills will help him put what he has seen and learned to good use.

His future achievements, although not surpassing Li Jing's, will definitely not be much weaker than Li Jing's.

It was precisely because of all these considerations that Han Shao chose him with confidence.

In other words, if Lu Yan was really a mediocre person who was useless, how could Han Shao disregard the grassland situation that he had worked so hard to establish and the lives and property of 5,000 men simply for his own selfish desires?
Seeing that Han Shao had said this, no matter how reluctant Lu Yan was to leave Han Shao and how unconfident he was, he had to grit his teeth and agree.

"Here."

"Your Excellency, please return south without any worries!"

"If Lu Yan is not up to the task and has ruined the plan, there is no need for you to punish me. I will cut off my own head and place it before you!"

Well--

Determination is good.

But there is no need to risk your life at every turn.

Han Shao wanted to say, "I allow you to make mistakes," but he was afraid of dampening the spirit of this fellow.

After a brief thought, he nodded.

"good."

"Go to each camp and select people first, then think carefully about what you want to ask for, and then tell me when you've made up your mind."

After saying that, Han Shao said again.

"Also, there's no need to worry about things at home."

"I will ask your wife's sister to visit more often. I will definitely not let her down."

There is no need to say much about Lu Yan's wife's background.

He and Chen Wenjun were from the same Chen family in Zhuo County.

In fact, Lu Yan is qualified to call Han Shao brother-in-law.

But Lu Yan has always been cautious and careful, always keeping a strict sense of propriety and never overstepping the mark.

At this moment, hearing Han Shao call her "sister-in-law" and seeing that she had made such a careful arrangement, she suddenly felt warm in her heart and no longer had any worries.

"Thank you for your consideration."

"I will never avenge myself!"

Han Shao waved his hand.

"Okay, we are brothers-in-law, so there's no need to waste time talking."

Han Shao, who was preparing to return to Champion City after finishing his work before the New Year, did have a lot of things to do.

Since Lu Yan had agreed to this matter, he didn't plan to say anything more.

"By the way, please invite the two wise men from the Mohist School."

"I still have something to tell them."

Upon hearing this, Lu Yan quickly responded.

"Here."

"I will go and invite you personally!"

……

Most of the successful people in this world have extraordinary energy.

Han Shao probably enjoyed all the blessings in his previous life while lying down, so he is destined to work hard in this life.

After dealing with one thing after another in the past two days, if it weren't for my strong cultivation support, I would have quit long ago.

When the two Mohist sages who came with the clerks hurried over, Han Shao, who finally had some free time, was standing with his hands behind his back looking at the grassland geomancy map hanging in a corner of the palace.

Then he picked up the pen and wrote the four words "Anbei Duhu" in one of the areas.

After finishing writing, I asked a question even though I knew the answer.

"coming?"

The two Mohist sages hurried forward to pay their respects.

"Greetings, my Lord."

Han Shao chuckled.

"I have been busy these past two days and neglected the two sages. This is my fault."

Han Shao said this, and the two Mohist sages braved the wind and snow and traveled thousands of miles to the grassland.

But after they arrived, they were not summoned for two days.

It would be a lie to say that I don't have any resentment at all.

But seeing Han Shao admit his mistake immediately after a disagreement, the two sages' resentment disappeared immediately, and they even felt a little flustered and ashamed.

"It is normal for a noble prince to have many things to do."

"It's not a neglect! Yes! Not at all!"

A man who receives favors from others should be grateful for what he has received.

Now, the Mohist Academy that Han Shao had promised them in Guanjun City has begun construction.

Even disciples and children were recruited one after another.

They were so excited by his promise that they didn't even dare to show any resentment.

Han Shao's chuckle turned into laughter when he heard this.

Then he said to the two Mohist sages.

"Are you curious about why I asked you to travel thousands of miles to this wild and cold grassland?"

When they came, Han Shao only asked them to come but did not tell them what to do.

But even though they were confused, they still spoke the truth.

"Your Excellency, please give me your instructions. As long as it does not violate the principles of the Mohist school, we will do our best to help you spread the teachings."

That's really beautifully said.

Who says these technical people are unsophisticated?
Han Shao laughed and waved at the two of them.

"Come."

Such a casual attitude would certainly be considered rude considering one's age.

But in terms of cultivation and status, it is an expression of closeness.

The two Mohist sages hurried forward and looked at Han Shao's grassland geomancy map with puzzled expressions.

Han Shao was not in a hurry and smiled faintly.

"What do the two sages think of this vast grassland?"

how is it?

What else?

Barren, cold, wild...

Apart from this, they could not think of any other adjectives.

Throughout the ages, if there hadn't been these impoverished barbarians in this area who coveted the wealth of the Middle-earth and frequently went south to harass the border, no one would have even taken a second look at this place.

When I was hesitating about how to respond, Han Shao suddenly said.

"If I were to tell you that the chance for your Mohist School to become a prominent school of thought in the future lies here, would you think I'm crazy?"

After saying this, the two sages looked at each other in silence.

The look in Han Shao's eyes clearly said.

My Lord, you are indeed crazy.

……

(End of this chapter)