Hundreds of households in Liaodong, covering the light with one hand

Chapter 138 That single message

These days, the entire land of Liaodong is in a state of excitement.

Since Wang Qi settled the issue in one battle and eliminated the main force of Hou Jin, the power of the Ming Dynasty in Liaodong suddenly rose. From Shanhaiguan to Liaohe, every Ming soldier knew that Wang Qi would send troops again within half a year to regain the entire Liaodong and all the people. Everyone knows that they can return to the land where their ancestors lived in the near future. Everyone is waiting for Wang Qi's order. Everyone believes that as long as Wang Qi is around, Liaodong will be defeated and Houjin will be defeated!

At the same time, the bureaucracy of Liaodong in the Ming Dynasty, regardless of whether it was an official or a senior official, was gearing up and trying harder, and they all had a desire to make meritorious deeds. It was as if under the leadership of Wang Qi, they had established one after another impossible feats and written Every victory that was originally and possible was a matter of course.

Just follow Wang Qi!

At the same time, the court's actions seemed to be carried out in accordance with Dingyuan Hou's plan.

Starting from the beginning of June, part of the spring grain from the Hubu Yamen, Jizhou Prefecture, Shandong Prefecture, and Henan Prefecture of the Ming Dynasty passed through Shanhaiguan, passed through mules and horses, passed through miners, and was transported to Ningyuan City by getting off the train. A large number of weapons and armor also came from The capital was transported from Henan and the Jiaodong Peninsula to Ningyuan City. The Zhejiang soldiers and horses, the Sichuan and Sichuan soldiers and horses, the Shanshan and Shaanxi soldiers and horses, and even the Shandong soldiers and horses who were originally unwilling to go out to fight were destroyed in the Hou Jin Dynasty. , after hoping to regain Liaodong, they all immediately accelerated their journey. It took only ten days to reach Ningyuan City after half a month's journey.

For a time, the entire Ningyuan City gathered nearly 30% of the combatable soldiers of the entire Ming Dynasty!

If you have merit, who wouldn’t want to come?
  Ningyuan City, General Military Mansion.

Xiong Tingbi was sitting across from Wang Qi drinking tea.

"Marquis Dingyuan, there have been too many soldiers and horses gathered in Ningyuan City recently, especially the Zhejiang soldiers and the Sichuan soldiers. There has been quite a bit of friction between the two sides. The two sides have set up camps on the east and west sides respectively, but there are still some secret grudges and conflicts that make them hostile to each other. Quite deep. In addition, the Shaanxi soldiers' military discipline was too poor, and they often clashed with the local people. Yesterday, they gathered in a fight in the south of the city, occupied people's houses, and injured the village chief who went to persuade them to make peace. Finally, Yuan Yuan rushed over and let them go. We stopped those lawless soldiers. I'm worried that if this continues, people may be uneasy!"

Xiong Tingbi sat opposite Wang Qi, looking worriedly at Wang Qi who was leisurely enjoying tea opposite him.

"I have to say that the black tea from Wuyi Mountain in Fujian really helps people calm down. Sir, you can try it," Wang Qi said half-jokingly, half-seriously.

"Marquis Dingyuan, you are here," Xiong Tingbi said in a helpless tone.

"Zhejiang soldiers, Sichuan soldiers, Shanxi Road, Shaanxi Road, and Shandong Road all gathered in Ningyuan City at once. It is normal to have conflicts. If you want to share the credit, there is no problem." Wang Qi sat back on his chair and expressed his worries about Xiong Tingbi. He didn't seem to care at all.

"Is there any solution?" Xiong Tingbi leaned forward with a serious look on his face.

"If there is a war together, then..." Just as Wang Qi opened his mouth, the footsteps of the guards could be heard outside the door, hurriedly, as if there was something urgent.

The next second, a voice sounded: "Sir, the imperial edict from the capital has arrived, already ten miles outside the city!"

"The imperial edict has arrived? Immediately notify all civil and military officials in the city, as well as the Chinese military honor guard, and go to the city gate to greet them." Xiong Tingbi looked happy and gave two orders. He immediately looked at Wang Qi: "Marquis Dingyuan, hurry up and send someone to the courtyard. Get ready to offer incense on the table!”

As soon as the imperial edict arrives, it is a huge happy event, which means that the imperial court's reward has been received!
  However, Wang Qi, who was sitting opposite, had no joy at all on his face.

"Marquis Dingyuan?" Xiong Tingbi looked confused.

"Logically speaking, when the imperial edict arrives at Shanhaiguan, someone should be sent to inform me to wait! Why do you ask me to wait out of the city to greet you when we are already ten miles outside the city this time?"

For some reason, Wang Qi suddenly felt uneasy in his heart.
  "Hey, why are you so entangled in such a small matter?" Xiong Tingbi laughed and said, "Go and greet the imperial edict!"

Seeing Xiong Tingbi's eager look, Wang Qi touched the warm tea cup in his hand and could only say: "Let's go!"

Not long after, more than ten miles outside Ningyuan City, the official road was already filled with flags and crowds of people. Countless civilians and soldiers had received the news and came here in advance to watch the ceremony.

This time, the person sent by the imperial court to Liaodong to read out the decree, verify the results of the battle, and supervise the army was still an old acquaintance, King Tiqian of the Inner Palace.

"Liaodong Economic Strategy Xiong Tingbi led the Liaodong officials and ministers to respectfully welcome the imperial edict! Respectfully welcome the arrival of the envoy!"

Xiong Tingbi was in front, and Wang Qi was half a step behind. Everyone knelt down to greet Wang Tiqian, who represented the emperor. The originally broad avenue was filled with kneeling people all around.

Wang Tiqian approached the crowd with the support of the young eunuch, with a smile on his face: "My lords, please get up quickly, common people. The great victory in Liaodong is a contribution that we have not made in the Ming Dynasty for more than a hundred years. Before coming, your Majesty specially asked, let On behalf of the Saint, we would like to express our best regards to all of you! The Saint has ordered us to bring you oral instructions. The success of Liaodong cannot be separated from the tens of millions of people of the Ming Dynasty, you and other loyal ministers, and it cannot be separated from the Marquis Dingyuan."

"I dare not take credit for my duties!" Xiong Tingbi led the officials to bow again, and Wang Qi also bowed in obedience.

Seeing everyone standing up, Wang Tiqian stepped forward and greeted everyone one by one. Finally, he stopped in front of Wang Qi and bowed: "I pay my respects to Marquis Dingyuan!"

"My lord, long time no see," Wang Qi had a good impression of Wang Tiqian. After all, when he entered Horqin from the north, his manpower was the reason why Wang Qi led his troops northward, which was the reason for the subsequent story of Huang Taiji's execution.

All in all, there is some affection involved.

"The Emperor has been thinking about you day and night, and has long been looking forward to your return to the capital," Wang Tiqian chuckled, with a hint of temptation on his face.

"When the affairs in Liaodong are over, I will return to Beijing and pay my respects to His Majesty!"

Wang Qi responded with a polite smile on his face.

After a long while, after some concessions, the envoy and the guard of honor finally slowly entered the city. According to the auspicious timing, around Shen hour in the afternoon, the envoy Wang Tiqian came to the courtyard of the government office with a decree and surrounded by people.

After worshiping on the incense table and bowing three times and nine times, it was finally time to read out the edict.

All the officials who participated in the Liaodong war were present, and even those who were covered in bandages on the bed were still carried to the scene. After all, they were awarded the title of the imperial court. This matter can be said to be an honor for generations.

Most of the soldiers from Sichuan and Zhejiang who recently came to Ningyuan City to prepare for the follow-up war are also envious. Most people feel that as long as Wang Qi is here, the other soldiers and horses can achieve the same victory if they were replaced!
  In the courtyard, there are not many people who are qualified to be granted the title here. There are only ten people in total.

"The emperor was entrusted with the destiny of heaven, and the edict said: Ningyuan is a great victory, the country is in danger and the country is in danger, and the people of the world are inspired. The arrogance of the Jin Dynasty is eliminated and the prestige of our court is promoted. The ministers have accomplished extraordinary achievements that have not been seen in a hundred years. The chaos in Liaodong for decades has been settled in one day. , millions of my subjects will work together to wipe out the tigers and wolves, and settle the world."

"Specially granted the Jin Dynasty title of Liaodong Administrator Xiong Tingbi as the Governor of Liaodong, a first-grade Guanglu doctor, a high-ranking Zhuguo, a prince's young master, a minister of the Ministry of War, a bachelor of Dongge University, a bachelor of Wenhua Palace, and a cabinet minister."

"Specially appoint Yuan Chonghuan as the Inspector-General of Liaodong, the Right Minister of the Ministry of War, and the Censor of the Right Capital"

"Lu Xiang is specially promoted to Liaodong Military Preparation Road, Jizhou Magistrate, and concurrently the Left Minister of the Ministry of War."

"The second treasure of Qin was granted the title of Tongzhi, the commander of Liaodong, and he was awarded the title of general of Fengguo to control the men and horses of the guards in Guangning."

As soon as the decree was issued, it was the beginning of the rise of the distinguished ministers and noble sects in Liaodong. Starting from Wang Qi's fame, countless people were envious of Liaodong's military exploits, which was why they came.

The battle in Liaodong was a disaster.

"I thank you for your kindness!" Xiong Tingbi led everyone in bowing again.

Under the ardent eyes of everyone, Wang Tiqian finally received the last decree.

Everyone inside and outside the entire courtyard held their breath. Everyone knew that Wang Qi had achieved his first victory in this battle, and everyone knew that the imperial court would definitely give him an official title. But what official position and what position would it be? It was only at this moment that the revelation began.
  "General Liaodong, Dingyuan Marquis Wang Qi listens to the order!"

Wang Qi took a step forward and knelt on the ground.

"The emperor is destined to be blessed by heaven, and the edict says: Grant Wang Qi." Wang Tigan moved his throat, which was dry and coughing, and breathed out gently: "I am the Duke of Lang, and I live in a town of 3,000 households. I am hereditary and will never be demoted. He is a Guanglu doctor of the first rank, with honors and decorations from the first rank to Zhuguo, plus the left governor of the Fifth Military Governor's Mansion, and a bachelor of the Wuying Palace. He can participate in all military and state affairs, and is specially allowed to serve in the cabinet."

really!

Everyone present knew in their hearts that they were indeed granted the title of Duke. Although it was a small country, it was a top-notch city. After all, except for the founding fathers, no one directly granted the title of Duke to the great powers such as Qin and Wei during the First World War.

"Your Majesty, Wang Qi accepts the edict and expresses gratitude!" Wang Qi took the edict and stood up slowly.

"Congratulations to Duke Lang!"

"Congratulations to Duke Lang!"

Inside and outside the courtyard, countless soldiers and civilians shouted loudly to congratulate Wang Qi.

The only thing is that princes have never been sought, and only three battles are needed to determine the country.

From then on, it was Wang Qi, Duke of Lang Kingdom.

Just when everyone stood up to congratulate Wang Qi, they saw Wang Tiqian moving non-stop and took out a bright yellow memorial from his sleeve.

He held it up in front of everyone. At this time, Wang Tiqian looked embarrassed and hesitant. He completely lost his momentum and just said softly to Wang Qi: "Mr. Lang, please accept this edict in person!"

And an edict?

Everyone was confused, and the soldiers and civilians inside and outside the courtyard were also surprised. Could it be that the emperor still offered a reward?

But why did he write a separate memorial?

After a few breaths, Wang Qi was seen expressionless as he stepped forward to take the memorial with both hands, and then opened it directly in front of everyone.

"After Wang Qi, the Duke of Lang Kingdom, heard the decree, he immediately returned to the capital. All major affairs of the government and the public, the military and the country, were all decided by your return to the capital to discuss. The remaining matters in Liaodong will be handled by others. I am eagerly looking forward to your return. I am eagerly looking forward to your return."

Snapped!
  Wang Qi moved his hands to close the imperial edict, and the temperature around his body suddenly turned cold.

At this time, there was a silence in the courtyard. Everyone looked at Wang Qi, wondering what was written in the imperial edict.

(End of this chapter)