Daqin Zhentiansi

Chapter 344: The title of the Qin Dynasty, one level higher is one level higher, one step at a time
Yulin Academy.

In the backyard, Zhang Yuan and Master Tao sat opposite each other, with a letter spread out on the table.

"The Four Great Academies..."

Master Tao shook his head and looked at the four words on the letter: "I only know that the Great Qin Imperial City Academy is a gathering place for Confucian and Taoist masters from all over the world, but I have never heard of the names of these four academies."

His gaze fell on the paper and his eyes slowly narrowed.

"However, since you said it was a gift from a noble in the Imperial City, I think he wouldn't harm you."

Mr. Tao moved his eyes away from the paper and looked at Zhang Yuan, a trace of emotion on his face.

"Earning a title with just one battle, back then, we never imagined we would be here today..."

Back in Toyota County, he and Zhang Yuan were prepared to die.

His heart meridian was injured, and it was also the difficult-to-heal wound left by the desperate attempt to cover the retreat.

Over the years, he has been hiding behind Zhang Yuan, pushing Zhang Yuan forward, helping Zhang Yuan with advice, helping Zhang Yuan solve his worries, and watching Zhang Yuan step into a high position step by step.

This sense of accomplishment is hard to describe.

Zhang Yuan nodded slightly.

Whether he was granted a title of nobility or appointed a general, to Master Tao, he was still his comrade-in-arms who had fought side by side with him in the past.

Zhang Yuan is where he is today not only because of his own fighting spirit, but also because of the countless comrades around him who are willing to sacrifice their lives for him.

Count Master Tao, those Black Cavalry soldiers, the brothers in the Wuwei Yamen, the veterans of the Red Fox Caravan, and the cavalrymen in the Red Scale Army who followed him into battle...

People say that one general's success is built on the sacrifice of thousands of soldiers, and this is true.

As Zhang Yuan journeyed, whether he killed people with his own hands or his comrades were injured and killed, the bones could be piled up into a mountain.

The only thing he was thankful for was that he had never acted with regret, had no regrets about his family and country, and had no regrets about his comrades who had been through thick and thin with him.

"I never thought that the court would confer a title on you." Master Tao gently stroked the teacup in front of him, with a gleam in his eyes.

"The title of the Great Qin is promoted one level at a time, and one step at a time is a step to heaven."

"For a true military commander, success is not achieved unless he is granted the title of nobility."

In the army of the Great Qin, the one who commands an army of 100,000 men will surely be made a marquis of military honor.

It can be said that only by becoming a war marquis can one be qualified to participate in a real war and make achievements in it.

Below the rank of War Marquis, in a real national war, they are basically just pawns.

"In fact, some things have traces to follow, but you and I are in the border counties, and many times, our vision is still not enough." Master Tao held his hand.

Back then, Zhou Chang exchanged one city for five cities, and later seized the western and northern borders of Northern Yan. The Qin Dynasty has unknowingly become very radical in recent years.

Just as Mr. Tao said, there are traces of many things, but they are still not at the right level, too far away to see through them.

"Mr. Tao, it's time to leave." Zhang Yuan looked outside the courtyard and spoke softly.

Luyang Prefecture, it’s time to leave.

For so many years, both Zhang Yuan and Master Tao have been quietly lurking in Luyang Prefecture under the pretext of supporting the families of their comrades.

Now, it's time for them to leave.

"Well, I asked Han Xiao to find me a book recommendation, and I'm going to study there too." Master Tao smiled and took out a name card, a bit of pride on his face. "Originally, I thought I could be your classmate."

Imperial City Academy.

The most prestigious academy in Daqin, those who can study there are all outstanding talents, geniuses, and even the descendants of the truly powerful.

Not every member of the royal family could enter the Imperial Academy.

If Han Xiao's current status was not extraordinary and he was a new upstart in the court, and his teacher Zhou Chang was not a favorite of the emperor, they really would not be able to help Master Tao find this recommendation book.

"Go to the Imperial City..."

Zhang Yuan thought that if Master Tao was leaving, he would be heading east.

After all, this time, many comrades from the Wuwei Yamen and the Black Ice Platform are heading towards the eastern border.

If Master Tao goes there, he can represent him, get involved behind the scenes, and gather their strength.

"Although I didn't expect you to be crowned a marquis in one battle, I knew long ago that you would definitely gain a foothold in the imperial court in the future."

"It's not bad that I made arrangements in advance." Master Tao said with a smile.

The expression on his face gradually turned serious.

"When you go to the East, you will be engaged in wars and battles. This won't be difficult for you."

"For you, it's the power struggles within the Imperial City that are the silent and dangerous ones."

According to what he said, although Zhang Yuan was in Luyang Prefecture, he actually had some connections in the imperial city.

For example, he had connections with the masters in the Gongfeng Hall and the Imperial Household Department, as well as Xiao Lou, Marquis Changning, and even King Linglan.

Such connections need to be maintained and used at critical moments. To maintain personal connections, one must frequently interact with others and leverage their power.

Master Tao went to the imperial city to make plans.

Zhang Yuan looked up and saw Qin Yuqing coming over with tea and snacks.

"My Lord, whether my Yulin can earn me an imperial title in the future depends on you."

Qin Yuqing's eyes were full of smiles.

Master Tao looked at Zhang Yuan proudly: "Yuqing has agreed to go to the imperial city with me."

Seeing the two of them like this, Zhang Yuan felt that he couldn't stay in this small courtyard anymore.

……

Although the imperial edict has arrived in Luyang Prefecture, the transfer will have to wait until the training is completed.

Two thousand black cavalry, three thousand warriors, including the additional soldiers, totaling more than eight thousand people, were all training at the former Red Scale Army base outside Luyang Prefecture.

Now that we have plenty of money and supplies, we can naturally train well.

Zhang Yuan actually doesn't care much about the training.

Whether it is Cao Xuan or Wang Xinglei, including the military officers of the Wuwei Yamen, they are all good at training soldiers.

Especially some soldiers who retired from the Red Scale Army, they didn't need any training at all and were already able to form military formations.

While the army was being trained, Zhang Yuan went to the Chilin Army to meet Yuchi Feng.

"Back then, the Marquis said that after a hundred battles, the brothers could retire. Now, alas..."

Standing side by side with Zhang Yuan outside the Chilin Army tent, Yuchi Feng sighed softly.

Zhang Yuan nodded without saying anything.

It is impossible to retire from the army while in service.

The Northwestern Territory overwhelmed Northern Yan and Liangyuan Territory, and the Red Scale Army had made outstanding military achievements. Now that the war has basically subsided, a part of the Red Scale Cavalry will also be sent to the Eastern Territory.

In the Red Scale Army, Marquis Jingyun died in battle, Yellow Lion left due to injury, and Bai Shaoting was about to lead the army to the East. Of the four famous generals back then, only Black Bear and Blue Wolf were left.

But think about it, there are always talented people in every generation, and it is unknown whether there will be even more famous generals in the Red Scale Army in the future.

"I heard you were going to school. This isn't really a punishment."

"When you're in a border county, you don't need to interact much with civil officials, but as you rise in rank, you'll always have to deal with them. Reading more books will be beneficial."

Yuchi Feng looked at Zhang Yuan, then grinned and said, "As I said before, as long as Brother Zhang calls, the brothers of the Red Scale Army will definitely respond."

"If you feel uncomfortable somewhere else, come back."

Although Zhang Yuan was not from the Red Scale Army, his relationship with the Red Scale Army was so deep that no outsider could compare.

Everyone in the Red Scale Army treated him as one of their own.

When returning from the Chilin Army camp, Zhang Yuan went to Fengtian County, talked to Yu Lin at his grave, and then went to the city to meet Zhao Changming.

"Brother Zhao, Red Fox Trading Company will be handed over to you from now on."

Zhang Yuan looked at Zhao Changming and spoke softly.

Hearing his words, Zhang Changming was stunned for a moment, and after a long time, he nodded slightly.

Some things don’t need to be said.

Zhang Yuan, who has already become a war marquis, basically no longer needs the Red Fox Caravan.

These old brothers can no longer keep up with his pace.

Moreover, Zhang Yuan is a war marquis, and it would be beneath his status for him to control the caravan.

"Brother Zhang, this is the contract Princess Yuruo signed on your behalf. From now on, the Red Fox Caravan will be merged into the Yuyuan Trading Company, and you will hold half of the company's shares, specializing in Liangyuan Territory business."

Zhao Changming's words left Zhang Yuan stunned. After a long time, he nodded slightly.

This girl Ying Yuruo is quite good at making decisions for him...

……

Zhang Yuan returned to Dingjia Lane. When he arrived at the courtyard, he saw Huang Laoliu holding a piece of gold marrow, his eyes blurred and he was almost drooling.

Huang Laoliu shamelessly snatched this piece of golden marrow from Zhang Yuan.

"Ahem, I'm just figuring out how to use the golden marrow to refine your sword."

After putting the golden marrow into his pocket, Huang Laoliu stood up and looked at Zhang Yuan.

"I know the four major academies."

(End of this chapter)