Dream of the Red Chamber: Start by gaining Zhao Yun's martial prowess, and be ennobled in a sin

Emperor Jingsheng was pleased to see that Jia Jing remained calm and composed, and asked with a smile:

"A few days ago you submitted a memorial proposing to have the troops of the Ba Shang Grand Camp suppress bandits in the Sanfu region surrounding the capital, in order to train the troops. What is the procedure for this?"

"Your Majesty is wise! The troops of the Ba Shang camp have now been initially formed, but to become elite forces, they must undergo actual combat and see bloodshed."

"Therefore, I am thinking of suppressing bandits and training troops in Shuntian, Baoding, Hejian and other places around Shenjing. Firstly, the risks are controllable, and secondly, it is to prepare for dealing with powerful enemies on the border in the future."

"Secondly, it is to proclaim the emperor's authority and deter villains. Thirdly, the stability of the area surrounding the capital is related to the imperial transport, taxation, and trade. In recent years, banditry has frequently occurred in the areas surrounding the capital, so we must take precautions early."

"What does Your Majesty think?"

Although Jia Jing was the military governor of Ba Shang and had the power to organize and control the troops in Ba Shang, he still needed to ask Emperor Jingsheng for permission to mobilize troops to suppress bandits.

Emperor Jingsheng pondered for a moment, then nodded and said:

"If the capital region is secure, then the imperial capital is secure! Only when the internal affairs are at peace can the court better implement new policies and manage Liaodong. Seeing that you have trained such a strong army, how could I possibly refuse!"

"He then specially ordered you to supervise the suppression of bandits in the capital region, command the Balshang camp, and control the local troops in the capital region, allocate provisions, and suppress bandits and train soldiers."

"Your subject obeys!" Jia Jing bowed solemnly.

Wang Ziteng and Niu Jizong, who were standing nearby, were both a little envious.

Wang Ziteng, in particular, had a gloomy face and was filled with resentment:

Despite his young age, Jia Jing is already a marquis of the current dynasty, the military governor of Ba Shang, the general of Zhen Dong, and also holds the additional title of vice minister of the Ministry of War. He is a man of great power and influence.

Now, he has been appointed to oversee the suppression of bandits in the capital region. With so much power bestowed upon him, Your Majesty's favor is excessive!

"Minister Jia, how long do you intend to spend suppressing bandits and training troops? I'm not rushing you, but after the Ba Shang camp is reorganized, I intend to reorganize the Beijing garrison."

"Then troops from various regions will be transferred to the capital for training over a period of time, and the new policies will also be implemented simultaneously. These things will take at least ten years to see results."

"Not to mention the puppet Qing regime in Liaodong and the various troubles from the Northwest Mongols! Alas! These days I'm dealing with state affairs until late at night every day, and I'm increasingly feeling that I'm getting old and my energy is waning!"

"I wonder if I will live to see my Han Dynasty rise to power again!" Emperor Jingsheng sighed, his face weary and his expression somewhat dejected.

Jia Jing composed himself, cupped his hands, and said:

"Your Majesty, I plan to officially begin the bandit suppression and troop training at the beginning of next year, which will last approximately three to six months. I am confident that the bandit problem in the capital region will be completely eradicated, and Your Majesty will be trained into an army of 100,000 elite warriors!"

"Your Majesty must also take care of your health. The entire nation depends on Your Majesty for a moment. Your Majesty's diligence in governing is certainly a good thing, but we hope that for the sake of the people, you will cherish your health!"

"Eunuch Xia, as you serve His Majesty, you should offer him more advice and counsel!"

Hearing Jia Jing's words, Xia Shouzhong's fair face showed worry and helplessness, and he said:

"Lord Jingwu, how could a miscellaneous scholar not know this principle! It's just that His Majesty is diligent in governing and loves the people, never forgetting the affairs of the court and the people for a moment. He gets up at dawn every day and is busy until the early hours of the morning."

"I sleep for less than two or three hours a day, and I review fifty or sixty memorials every day, with four or five thousand words of imperial comments! I also have to discuss government affairs with the Grand Secretaries."

"He even fell ill recently. The imperial physicians said it was due to overwork and accumulated fatigue! They said he must rest properly, and I have been advising him every day, but His Majesty..."

Emperor Jingsheng smiled and interrupted Xia Shouzhong, saying:

"Most of the imperial physicians are exaggerating! I know my own body best!"

"With the world in turmoil and the land in unrest, how can I sleep soundly! What good is it for me to live to be a hundred years old if I cannot make the Han Dynasty strong?"

Upon hearing this, everyone present changed their expressions slightly. The emperor was so diligent and concerned about the country, and they, as his subjects, had failed in their duties!

Jia Jing, naturally aware of Emperor Jingsheng's grand ambitions, solemnly replied:

"Your Majesty's words are not to be agreed with! Your Majesty possesses the countenance of the sun and the moon, and the bearing of a dragon and a phoenix."

"Since ascending the throne, he has been diligent and conscientious, striving for good governance, wise and decisive, working tirelessly day and night, and loving the people. He has the ambition to revitalize our great Han Dynasty, and everyone in the court and the country knows this!"

"He is truly a renowned wise ruler, one of the most celebrated rulers in the history of our Han Dynasty!"

"With Your Majesty alive, the nation is secure! Your Majesty's only wish is that Your Majesty enjoys longevity and happiness, and that in the future you will lead the civil and military officials of our Great Han to eliminate border troubles, implement reforms to strengthen the nation, and establish an unshakeable foundation for our Great Han Dynasty!"

"Your Majesty is the ancestor of the restoration of our Great Han Dynasty. Under Your Majesty's virtuous rule, I am willing to fight for our Great Han on the battlefield, even to die on the battlefield. If my tombstone can be inscribed with 'General Who Conquers the North, Marquis Jia of the Great Han,' then my wish will be fulfilled!"

Jia Jing's face was calm, his eyes were clear, and his expression was resolute.

His words were delivered with conviction and composure, without a trace of flattery or obsequiousness.

First, he praised Emperor Jingsheng highly, and then expressed his willingness to serve him to the death!

Of course, Cao Cao in this world is a loyal subject of the Great Xia Dynasty; otherwise, General Jia Hou, who is in charge of the Northern Expedition, would easily evoke negative associations!

Wang Ziteng looked at the aloof Jia Jing with an incredulous expression. How could this kid be so good at flattery?

This young military general, who had achieved early success, was not only arrogant and conceited, but also full of flattery and sycophancy!

In the short time since he came to occupy the camp, he has already expressed his loyalty three or four times, both openly and secretly.

He wrote military songs and poems, always saying he would do his utmost to repay His Majesty's kindness.

Now, in the blink of an eye, His Majesty is praised for his wisdom, his divine appearance, and his dragon-like bearing. He is even told that he will die on the battlefield. What emperor could resist such flattery?

Capable and eloquent, he never forgets to pledge his loyalty.

If he doesn't get promoted, who will?

Niu Jizong, who was standing to the side, secretly memorized the words Jia Jing had said, preparing to use them in the future.

No wonder I'm only a first-class earl; I still have a lot to learn about how to be an official!

A slight blush appeared on Emperor Jingsheng's originally cold and hard face, and he said with some excitement:

"I know your intentions, my dear minister! I only hope that we, as ruler and subject, can work together to create a prosperous era for the Han Dynasty."

"If you, my dear minister, can truly bring glory to the court and pacify the barbarians, I will gladly bestow upon you a royal title. Together, we, as ruler and minister, will be remembered for generations to come, serving as a model for future rulers and ministers!"

The moment the word "King" was uttered, everyone present was stunned!

I never imagined His Majesty had such high expectations for Jia Jing!

The practice of bestowing titles upon women of the opposite sex in the Han Dynasty was not an empty boast.

Not to mention Emperor Chengzu's dying wish that whoever destroyed the Qing dynasty would be granted a hereditary title of king, there are still non-royal princes in the court today, such as Prince Bei Jing, Shui Rong!

Jia Jing raised his head, looked at Emperor Jingsheng with a firm gaze tinged with emotion, and said loudly:

"I was originally a commoner, but Your Majesty has honored me by selecting me from humble beginnings. Your kindness is as heavy as a mountain. I am willing to be Your Majesty's sword, to wipe out all disloyal subjects!"