Big man: I am the Champion Marquis!

Chapter 153 No Taboos
Although Huo Xian felt that his life in Chang'an City was good now, he knew more clearly that he needed to start preparing for his departure. He had almost finished preparing everything, as he had to go out to fight.

While Huo Xian was preparing for the expedition, the soldiers who were supposed to leave also set off one after another. After all, it was in the Western Regions, and it was not easy for the army to travel a long distance, but when the war came, they had to deal with it.

Huo Guang's expression was not very good. He sighed and said, "I was thinking that since you were in Chang'an this year, I should have told you about your sister's choice of a husband. But now that you are gone, I don't know when you will be back."

The ideal situation would naturally be to come back in winter, but that is unlikely.

A year earlier means waiting until the beginning of next spring, and even if you wait until the autumn or winter of next year to come back, that is also possible.

Huo Xian smiled and said, "Uncle, don't worry too much. It's not my place to interfere in my sister's marriage. But uncle, please be careful. If there are those who are bent on climbing up the social ladder, they should be cautious."

Huo Guang naturally understood this truth, as his status was indeed high and he could be considered one of the important officials. But he also understood that some powerful people wanted to marry him, mainly to please Huo Shan.

So this matter does require some caution, but given Huo Guang's usually cautious character, there is no need to worry too much.

In the final analysis, Huo Guang knew about these things and he also knew how to handle them.

When choosing a son-in-law, one would naturally think of using marriage as a means to gain more benefits in the court, but one must also be careful not to affect the status of the Huo family.

With Huo Xian, the champion marquis, there is no need to worry about the Huo family's status. No one knows this better than Huo Guang.

Wei Deng and Wei Buyi were somewhat envious. Although they were born in the Marquis of Changping Mansion and had experienced the experience of being conferred a title at an early age, their own talents were limited. Even though they were still of noble status, they were also diligent in learning riding and shooting.

However, their bravery could only be demonstrated slightly during hunting. Even if they joined the army, it was just a formality to do some unimportant things that anyone could do well.

It was impossible for them to go to war, let alone command a huge army. Even though they were the sons of General Wei Qing, no one was willing to let them join the army, let alone entrust them with important tasks.

Seeing the high-spirited Huo Xian, one would naturally be envious, and even envy his elder brother who was guarding the frontier, after all, he was leading an army alone!

But it seems that it is useless to envy. If you lack the ability, even if you are the son of a general, you can only continue to enjoy yourself in Chang'an.

"Xian'er, you said before that you wanted me to join the army." Wei Deng said jokingly, "Now that there is a real war, you don't even mention letting me be a lieutenant. Even if you wanted me to join the army, you wouldn't even mention it."

Wei Buyi also complained, "You started going to war at the age of seventeen, and this is the third major battle you've fought. You are all from a military family, but we can only wait in Chang'an for you to report back on your victory!"

Wei Deng and Wei Buyi's envy could not be concealed at all. At such a hot-blooded age, who wouldn't want to fight on the battlefield, chase the enemy and defeat the enemy? Who wouldn't want to make great achievements and become famous throughout the world!

Huo Xian said proudly, "Uncle, this trip to the Western Regions is not suitable for you. Next time when we fight the Xiongnu, I will naturally take you with me when the time is right!"

Wei Deng and Wei Buyi obviously did not believe Huo Xian's words. This cousin loved to lie.

They are talking fine now, but when the time comes to fight, they won't admit their mistakes. The emperor's grandson has been deceived many times, and so have these two cousins. The closer the person is, the more likely they are to deceive. This is Huo Xian's style.

After carefully checking the lance and bow, Huo Xian was very satisfied. His armor, weapons and warhorse were all ready and in the best condition. He could be taken to the battlefield at any time.

Huo Xian had naturally completed all the necessary preparations, and calculating the time, he really needed to set off.

Although we only need to travel with a small number of soldiers and troops now, there is no need to march quickly at the moment. We need to save physical strength and horsepower when necessary. We cannot be exhausted before reaching the battlefield.

Seeing Huo Xian in high spirits, Liu Che became angry. "You have only grown up. When I was a child, I could follow you on tour. But now that you have grown up, it is difficult for you to follow me."

"Your Majesty, don't blame me this time." Huo Xian also felt wronged. "I originally wanted to go to the East China Sea, but I didn't know there would be such a war. When I return triumphantly, I will tour the world with Your Majesty!"

Liu Che naturally knew that he really couldn't blame Huo Shan this time. It was just that the Cheshi people were too bad.

Thinking of this, Liu Che became even angrier, "If Cheshi cannot be destroyed this time, I will never give you credit."

"Even if you destroy the Cheshi, I still don't care!" Huo Xian said proudly, "Dayuan or Cheshi, they are nothing. I just want to destroy the Xiongnu. Your Majesty, remember to reward me with the seal of the Grand Marshal and the General of the Cavalry!" Liu Che smiled and said, "If you really destroy the Xiongnu, the seal of the Grand Marshal and the General of the Cavalry will naturally be given to you. You are still a little young and not steady enough, so I will keep it for you first to prevent you from causing trouble!"

What kind of safekeeping is that? It's nothing more than the sense of accomplishment of having the seal of Grand Marshal and General of Cavalry hanging around your waist.

Since he himself could not fight in battles or command thousands of troops, he asked his disciple to do it. Although he was a little bit inferior, it was still a little consolation, because he had trained his disciple himself.

Huo Xian asked, "I'm going to issue an order. I must open a government office before the battle. There must be some proof!"

Liu Che was also determined and asked directly, "I have the imperial edict, the tiger seal, the seal of the Marquis of Champion, and the seal of the General of Cavalry. Isn't that enough?"

This made Huo Xian speechless. He held many official positions and seals. Moreover, he now had the emperor's edict and tiger seal, which were enough to mobilize troops and generals. The seal of the Grand Marshal and the General of Cavalry was just the icing on the cake.

"Li Guangli is no longer suitable to be the General of Ershi, he should be the General of Cheshi." Huo Xian proposed, "Gongsun Ao should be changed to General of Kangju, Zhao Anguo to General of Qiuci, and if Lu Bode wants to come to the rescue, he should also be made a general."

Liu Che naturally agreed. There was a difference between these generals appointed during wartime and Huo Xian, the permanent Grand Marshal and General of Cavalry.

Huo Xian continued, "During this battle, I want to promote a few people and give them some experience to prepare for the future battle against the Xiongnu."

Liu Che looked at the young eunuch and said, "Let the general enter the palace."

Defeating the Cheshi was naturally an extremely important matter, but in Liu Che's eyes, defeating the Huns was the most critical matter.

"Li Guangli is okay. If he gets some experience, he can help you attract the Xiongnu in the front." Liu Che said, "Although he is a bit mediocre, as long as he is not reckless and greedy, he can still be used."

Huo Xian also knew this, and it could even be said that Li Guangli was better than Gongsun Ao and Zhao Po Nu. If it was just about commanding tens of thousands of troops, Li Guangli would still be very useful as long as he took steady steps.

"This man is too utilitarian. If he is not restrained, he will dare to steal the credit." Huo Xian said, "This man cares less about his soldiers than I do. In order to gain military merit, he can ignore the casualties of his men and does not care about the future."

Liu Che said disdainfully, "Born in a family of entertainers, how can you have foresight!"

Be it Li Guangli or Li Yannian, in Liu Che's eyes, they are both short-sighted people who will act aggressively when they are in power. This is why the Li family seems to be rising rapidly, but now only Li Guangli is left to hold on.

It is said that it takes three generations to produce an aristocrat, and this is true to a certain extent. Coming from such a humble background, Li Guangli and others sometimes did become eager for quick success and sometimes lost their minds.

Huo Xian smiled and said to Liu Che, "Your Majesty, if there is a chance this time, I plan to let Li Guangli do something. I am just worried about the selection of generals. I can't fight the Huns alone!"

It wasn't just Huo Shan who was worried. Liu Che was actually very worried too. At first glance, Huo Shan had trained well, but he still lacked someone to assist him. Liu Che also felt it was unreliable to let Li Guangli help Huo Shan share the pressure.

Liu Che thought about it and said, "If it really doesn't work, I will find a reason to depose Gongsun He and let him make up for his crime with meritorious service."

Gongsun He was born in a military family, and had a lot of experience in leading troops in battle. In recent years, he has been the prime minister, and he has great power. If things don't work out, he can be deposed and sent back to the army.

Huo Xian complained, "Your Majesty, don't tell me about this decision, or I'll be so embarrassed! How am I going to tell my great aunt when I meet her?"

Liu Che glanced at Huo Xian and said, "How many times have you visited your great aunt?"

"It's not that I'm unfilial. My great aunt treats me well." Huo Xian said, "It's just that Gongsun Jingsheng is not good enough. My cousin really doesn't know how to restrain himself. Relying on his status as a great aunt and uncle, he is now domineering. It is said that if the nobles Wei and Huo really get into trouble one day, it will definitely not be me or my cousin of the Wei family, but the Gongsun family!"

Liu Che pointed at Huo Xian and said, "You are so outspoken! How unpleasant it would be if these words were spread out!"

Although it seemed like he was scolding Huo Shan, Liu Che was happy in his heart. Everyone was talking about Wei and Huo, but in Liu Che's opinion, some people were just making far-fetched claims. Wei Qing was a cautious person who would not form a clique, and Huo Shan was even simpler in mind.

The so-called Wei Huo was nothing more than the emperor secretly planning and fanning the flames. This was his best weapon to control the Han army!
Just look at Huo Xian, this kid has been the same all these years, whether he was a child or now, he says everything he should and shouldn't say, and he can't hide his thoughts. Even though he is now the Grand Marshal and the General of the Cavalry, some people think that this Champion Marquis has always been supporting the Crown Prince.

But Liu Che knew clearly that the Grand Marshal and General of Cavalry he trained was only his Grand Marshal and General of Cavalry and could not be used by anyone else!
(End of this chapter)