Big man: I am the Champion Marquis!

Chapter 234 Thoughts

The emperor is about to go on a tour, and a lot of preliminary work has officially begun, not to mention personnel arrangements and so on.

Instead, Ma Tong and others began to lead the advance troops. They were not only responsible for the outposts and guards along the way, but also brought a number of attendants, all of whom were ready to serve His Majesty.

Huo Xian carefully checked the frame, then ran to find Liu Che, "Your Majesty, I checked the frame, it looks good. Your Majesty, I am not just talking casually, I really did something."

Liu Che was in a good mood and jokingly said, "Someone came to the palace the day before yesterday, and I heard that your concubine also brought a lot of things."

"Women always think too much when they go out." Huo Xian said confidently, "I only need to bring some clothes, but she brought a lot of clothes, and she almost brought all the pots and pans."

Liu Che laughed and scolded, "I brought your commonly used utensils with good intentions, but you still complained about me. You have always been careless. It is better to bring more things when you go out, just in case."

This was Liu Che's true thoughts. If he went out on tour, his caravan would naturally have to carry a lot of supplies, many of which were some of the utensils he used in his daily life.

Liu Che naturally had no objection to Huo Shan bringing his concubine with him, because he would also let Madam Xing go with them.

Huo Xian was full of confidence and said to Liu Che, "Your Majesty, I can drive now. I should be the one driving this time out of the city. After all, I am the Grand Marshal and General of the Cavalry, so I should hold the reins and drive."

Seeing that Huo Xian had not given up, Liu Che said, "You can only ride on a horse, and we can talk about driving after we leave the city."

Liu Che was naturally aware that Huo Shan wanted to drive the car. If he really wanted to take the car, Liu Che would not resist. He had confidence in Huo Shan, even though others did not.

"Your Majesty, it would be meaningless if I couldn't drive when I left the city." Huo Xian said somewhat dissatisfiedly, "I am still very majestic, and the people of Chang'an all want to see me!"

Liu Che was very narcissistic, but sometimes he felt speechless about Huo Shan's narcissism. Huo Shan always had a problem of wanting to be in the limelight, and he wanted to be as glorious as possible!
"Put on armor, ride on horses, and guard me!" Liu Che said with a smile, "When I leave the city, the prime minister will drive the car and the general will ride on the chariot."

Huo Xian was very surprised to hear the emperor say this. Wei Qing and Gongsun He were both going to stay in Chang'an to assist the prince, so letting them drive and accompany him was a somewhat surprising choice.

Although Huo Xian was very surprised, Liu Che had his own thoughts and ideas. He had already prepared for some things, but he had not said them directly before.

Seeing Huo Xian's look of confusion, Liu Che said, "When the time comes, you should wear armor and let the people of Chang'an see how heroic my Grand Marshal Hussar General is!"

Huo Xian rubbed his head, feeling somewhat unconfident. "Your Majesty, many people in Chang'an have seen me. Even when I was wearing armor, many people have seen me."

Madam Xing beside her interrupted and said, "The Champion Marquis often returns victorious, so the people of Chang'an can often see him."

"That's why you don't understand!" Liu Che laughed. "Every time he returned victoriously, he always ran back early. Many times the people didn't even see him. When they saw him, he was usually running around."

There seems to be nothing wrong with what he said. Although others may not know about Huo Xian's style of doing things, Liu Che is naturally very clear about it, and he is not exaggerating.

Huo Xian went on three expeditions and returned early each time. Although there was a grand entry ceremony, it was only for the purpose of escorting Zuo Xian Wang. He basically did not participate in any other activities.

As for the one in normal times, the one dressed in fine clothes and riding a horse, the one who is full of vigor and vitality, the one who dares to ride a horse in Chang'an, the one who is so lively and jumpy, there is no doubt that he must be the Marquis of Guanjun.

Madam Xing also praised him when she heard this, "Your Majesty, now that I understand what you said, my younger brother from my mother's family said last time that he had seen the Marquis of Guanjun from afar, and he was indeed very heroic. He also said that he wanted my younger sister to meet him."

Liu Che was a man who only liked young and beautiful women, so Lady Xing's sister should not be very old, after all, Lady Xing was only about twenty-five years old.

Huo Xian immediately said, "We haven't finished fighting the Xiongnu yet, so it's too early to talk about getting married. Besides, I like heroic women."

Liu Che looked at Huo Xian in surprise, "When did you start liking heroic women? I see that none of your two concubines are heroic."

"I just said it casually. I still like pretty girls." Huo Xian said frankly, "Your Majesty, I don't plan to marry now. I won't marry someone from a wealthy family. It will cause trouble if I marry her."

Liu Che waved his hands impatiently, "It's up to you. You don't listen to what I say, and you don't accept the arrangements. You can arrange it however you want. You are the same as your grandfather. I made plans for you out of kindness, but you don't appreciate it at all."

Huo Qubing was a difficult person in his past, and Huo Shan is the same now. When it comes to finding wives for them, they always make excuses and have no intention of starting a proper family.

But there was nothing to worry about. After all, Huo Xian already had children, so he would not marry. Maybe he had had enough fun in a few years, so he wanted to settle down.

Mrs. Xing felt very sorry, and she actually had a sense of urgency. According to the emperor's previous practice, he would start to "fall in love with someone else" within two years. The emperor's passion was always intense but not long-lasting.

Without any children, and without any marquis or ministers in her family, if she really fell out of favor, she would be completely finished. If she could win over the Marquis of Guanjun, she would have a guarantee for the future.

Huo Xian said seriously, "Your Majesty, give me the military orders and military tokens later. I'm going to go and see the Northern Army. I also have to meet Cao Zong. The army is about to set out. I won't feel at ease if I don't go and see these things."

Liu Che smiled and said, "Okay, I'll give you the military token and the military order in a moment. Just arrange it, but don't run away at this time."

Huo Shan wanted to personally inquire about some things, which did not surprise Liu Che. He knew Huo Shan's character, usually he liked to be lazy and enjoy himself, but he would not delay serious matters.

As for worrying about Huo Xian running away, it was not that he was worried that he would run away in anger again at this time, but that he was worried that he would personally inspect the route, which was something he could do.

"Then we have to let people see it. I am worried about Ma Tong and the others. They have never led troops." Huo Xian complained, "I know that your majesty deliberately promoted them, but I haven't seen their real ability."

Huo Xian's shocking words are not surprising at all. No matter how shocking his words are, they will not surprise people. It is not surprising that he directly said that he looked down on Ma Tong and others. He is not afraid of offending people.

Liu Che smiled and said, "These guys do have some abilities. Don't look down on this one or think that that one is incompetent. They are really not as good as you, but they are not all good-for-nothings." Huo Xian just smiled at this, neither denying nor admitting it, as if she agreed with the emperor's statement.

Huo Guang and others standing nearby didn't know what to say. Huo Xian had always been arrogant. His military achievements had been increasing in recent years, so it was normal for him to look down on others, as if there were few people in the world who were worthy of his attention.

But even if they wanted to refute, they had no confidence to do so, because Huo Xian's military achievements were so outstanding. In front of this champion marquis with outstanding military achievements, no one else could speak louder.

Offending people, the young and hot-tempered Champion Marquis had offended people more than once or twice. Under normal circumstances, even the powerful and wealthy had to be respected and yielded to. Unless it was a life-and-death feud, who would bother with him for no reason?
Not to mention Ma Tong and other attendants who had no titles, Huo Shan also did not hide his attitude towards Li Guangli, a marquis with outstanding abilities, and Li Ling, a descendant of a famous family.

Seeing Huo Xian's expression, Liu Che could only helplessly say, "You will be with the Crown Prince at that time. Do you understand what I mean?"

Huo Xian was stunned for a moment, then asked tentatively, "I am wearing armor, but Your Highness the Crown Prince does not need to wear armor, right?"

"I just said you were smart, but now you're confused again?" Liu Che scolded with a smile, "This time when I go on tour, I have to let the prince guard Chang'an. I have to let the people of Chang'an and the people of the world see that you have to consider the prince's majesty!"

This may be true, but it would be strange if everyone believed it. The emperor probably had no intention of changing the crown prince, nor did he have any reason to do so. Everyone knew this.

But everyone also knew that although the emperor was training the prince, he was reluctant to truly give up power, and he suppressed him when he should have over the years.

Huo Xian nodded repeatedly and said, "Since your majesty said so, I naturally understand. I will find a few more people in the army and make sure everything is arranged!"

Liu Che looked at Huo Xian and asked the crucial question, "These past few days you have either been to the Queen's or to the General's Mansion. Have they given you any advice?"

"I don't think the idea is suitable." Huo Xian said mysteriously, "Her Majesty the Queen and the General are too steady in their approach. It's not what I should do at all. I won't adopt it!"

Liu Che laughed loudly and pointed at Huo Xian with his hand, "You, you still can't figure out who treats you well and who really cares about you. Don't be too impulsive when doing things, and be cautious when necessary."

Not to mention Madam Xing, even Huo Guang, Jin Midi and others felt that the emperor's vision was extremely sharp most of the time, and anyone in front of him could be seen through at a glance.

However, there are rare cases where one may make mistakes, especially when it comes to the champion, where one may make mistakes repeatedly.

Not to mention the whole world and Chang'an, that would be too exaggerated. However, few of the emperor's close ministers, or the civil and military officials in the court, thought that the Marquis of Guanjun was completely innocent. He was indeed a playboy, but he was scheming.

But the emperor just doesn't think so. In the emperor's eyes, Marquis Guanjun may be as naive and simple as ever, and doesn't know how to hide his thoughts at all.

Huo Xian naturally would not feel embarrassed. It was naturally the best thing that the emperor had a good impression of him and trusted him. It could save a lot of trouble and avoid some disturbances.

After chatting with Liu Che about some things, Huo Shan naturally had to do serious work. The pressure on him this time was not small, and was no less than the pressure of leading troops to fight before.

After getting the military token and other documents, Huo Xian left Jianzhang Palace on horseback, as he still had a lot of things to do.

Cao Zong saw Huo Xian and immediately complained, "My Lord, it is so difficult to see you. You are not in a hurry for such a big thing. If you don't come again, I will impeach you."

Huo Xian said with disdain, "That means you are not calm enough and need more experience! I will go and complain to His Majesty later. After all, you are now the rear general, ranking below the senior minister, and in charge of the imperial guards. Why are you still so rash in doing things?"

Cao Zong really didn't know what to say. His good friend was still as shameless as ever, and still liked to be the first to complain.

"I came here to discuss the tour with you. Ma Tong and others have already led the army ahead. How did you arrange it?" Huo Xian said, "This is no small matter. There can't be any mistakes."

Cao Zong naturally understood this, and his pressure was no less than Huo Xian's, which was why he had been looking for someone before. The emperor's tour was a big event, and although it seemed to be arranged by Huo Xian, the specific execution was still done by Cao Zong and others.

"I ordered two lieutenants to accompany us, both of them are elite cavalry." Cao Zong said solemnly, "Although there are also close ministers and guards from the palace, the majority of them are still soldiers from my Southern Army."

Naturally, there was no problem with this arrangement. Ma Tong and others led the emperor's guards, close ministers, etc. These people were responsible for matters around the emperor, but some peripheral security and so on were the responsibility of the Southern Army soldiers.

Huo Xian smiled and nodded, then asked jokingly, "Is it enough to just be a lieutenant? Didn't you arrange for a lieutenant general to go over and take a look?"

Although Huo Xian was joking, Cao Zong did not dare to be careless. "Two lieutenants leading the troops are not enough? Isn't what the Zhonglang Jiang said a bit too much?"

Today, the Lieutenant General is in charge of the Royal Guards and is under the jurisdiction of the Guanglu Xun. Although his rank is lower than that of a regular general, he is still a step into the general's threshold and is higher than the lieutenant, which means he is also an important official in the army. When Zhao Anguo was not on the expedition, he was only the Lieutenant General of the Imperial Guards.

Cao Zong became serious, "I will immediately arrange for the General of the Central Army to inspect!"

Huo Xian smiled and said, "This is the best arrangement. Remember not only to report to me, but also to report to His Majesty in person. Don't say that I don't think of you when there is a benefit. There is no harm in being more careful about some things, so as not to annoy others!"

Patting Cao Zong on the shoulder, Huo Xian continued, "Don't worry about how the people at the Palace Attendant report and arrange things. Just see it with your own eyes and remember it in your heart. If you are dissatisfied, please mention it to His Majesty in person."

Cao Zong naturally understood what he meant. He originally thought that as long as he did his job well and did not make any mistakes, he would be successful. But now, looking at how to please His Majesty, the Marquis of Guanjun is still the best.

After all, he is a good friend, so he will definitely lend a hand. But don't think that Cao Zong's position is secure.

In history, Cao Zong was involved in a witchcraft scandal, and the emperor's son was forced to death. Naturally, he would not have any psychological barriers to killing a grandson.

In fact, Cao Zong and Crown Prince Liu Ju are very close now. After all, Cao Zong's mother and Liu Ju are siblings, and Cao Zong is Liu Ju's nephew!
(End of this chapter)