Chapter 1352 Zhang Jiuli leaves the Western Regions

Zhang Jiuli never thought that he would be able to leave Li Xiang again. Although he had always been very good at doing things, he was also watched closely by Li Xiang and would never allow him to hold power alone. This time he could assist Xiao Shougui established the official institutions of the Western Regions, which was considered an important task entrusted to him.

So this guy didn't delay for a minute after receiving the order, and immediately rode out of the city on a fast horse. Speaking of which, he was not young, but such an opportunity was very rare, so he had to seize the time.

Fortunately, the Tang army's march was not too fast, so it took Zhang Jiuli more than ten days to catch up with the later support army, that is, the army led by Qu Tushou.

Although Zhang Jiuli has no official position, is not from a famous family, and is even a criminal, General Qu is not stupid. This man is a popular person around His Highness Taisun. The formulation and implementation of many policies are inseparable from this guy. As an assistant, it would not be an exaggeration to say that he is the think tank of Admiral Tiance's Mansion.

So after Zhang Jiuli arrived at the military camp, he was immediately arranged according to the rank of deputy general. What's more, he was not cooperating with us, he just followed us to the Western Region Protectorate.

"General, you don't have to be so polite. I can ride a horse just like you. It's not like I haven't ridden a horse before. It's no longer the time to be an official. If I am treated like this, I will have to go alone. "

When advancing on the second day, Zhang Jiuli declined the carriage next to him. Such a carriage was definitely not for someone like him. If he were a real official, he would naturally be able to enjoy the blessings of riding in such a carriage.

But Zhang Jiuli knew his situation very well. Although Li Xiang promoted himself and asked him to hold important positions in the Western Regions, the court did not issue an explicit order. In other words, if people from all over the country give you face, you are an official. If you don't As for your face, you will be the one who is ugly at that time, so we cannot treat ourselves as officials from the beginning. Only in this way can we work diligently for His Highness and share the worries of the empire.

"After all, Mr. Zhang is a civil servant. This trip to the Western Region is different from other places. The journey is still very difficult, so I left the carriage with Mr. Zhang. If Mr. Zhang is willing to ride a horse, I will approve it, but if he is tired, , don’t force Mr. Zhang, after all, unlike us big bosses, His Highness still has many things that I hope you can share with me.”

What Qu Tushou said is also true. Ever since this guy came, letters from General Tiance's office have continued, asking him for advice on various matters. Li Xiang was used to it in the past. If If there were no opinions from Zhang Jiuli, Li Xiang would have to worry about analyzing it himself, so naturally it would be better to have someone forward it to see what Zhang Jiuli thinks.

Anyone who has seen this scene, if you still don't know how to behave, then you are probably coming to an end as an official. General Qu also understands this. If the old man is still in his family, then he does not need to care about this. But the official in front of me was begged by my uncle at the expense of his old face, so he had to learn many things in officialdom.

"Then thank you, general. I'm in good health for the time being. Let's ride with the general."

After Zhang Jiuli apologized repeatedly, he followed General Qu. Of course, he couldn't always follow. After all, there were so many documents coming from Chang'an City. When it was time to write down opinions, he had to write down opinions, otherwise His Highness would be unhappy. .

Of course, Zhang Jiuli didn't feel how tired he was at work, which showed that His Highness believed in him. If His Highness didn't believe it, why would he send people all the way to deliver these letters? The cost on the road is not a small number.

At the same time, this matter can also make the people around him see clearly his position with His Highness. This trip to the Western Regions to carry out reforms is not a small matter. It is tantamount to touching the cake of many people. Many people may look at his status. , then it may be disrespectful to him. Once this is the case, it will be difficult to start the work.

But if there are these letters from Chang'an City every day, many people will understand that they are all people in the officialdom, and this person is a confidant of His Highness. If you make it difficult for him, it will be difficult for His Highness. Don't look at it. He doesn't have any official position, but people like this are the most terrifying. If one day he twists his mouth in front of His Highness, your whole family will have no way to survive.

"I heard that Sir has always been by His Highness's side. Now that I am going to the Western Regions, my future is uncertain. I wonder if Sir, can you give me some advice?"

General Qu has always been very polite to Zhang Jiuli. He also knows what this guy is thinking. It is just that he has been around Li Xiang for a long time and wants to see if he has anything to say to him.

"The general comes from a famous family. In the entire Tang Dynasty's bureaucracy, he is also a part of the top level. In the past, it was just because there were too many things, so the general was delayed here. But now His Highness has personally ordered your general, then as long as the general is intact If you complete your duties without loss, you will be indispensable for your contribution in the future."

Seeing people's kindness along the way, Zhang Jiuli couldn't say a word, but some things couldn't be explained too clearly, so he just stopped there. With Zhang Jiuli's answer, Qu Tushou also understood. .

The two discussed some issues with each other on the road, and the day passed very quickly. You must know that although they belong to different positions, they are both knowledgeable and talented people, so from the army to the court, as long as it does not violate taboos, they can The two were still able to have a good chat, and they arrived in Gaochang within a few days.

Because Cheng Chumo had already left for the Western Regions, there were not many troops stationed here. After resting here for two days, nearly 3,000 people were left behind in accordance with the imperial order. The remaining people will continue to the west, taking with them another 10,000 people. Gaochang Army.

The meaning of the imperial court has been very obvious. After Gaochang's army is trained, it will immediately take charge of the entire Western Region for the imperial court, but you do not need it in your country. All the people in your country must be managed by the imperial court. Only in this way can you be sure. Otherwise, will the entire Western Region still belong to the Tang Dynasty in the future? It is possible to become your Gaochang at any time.

Although the imperial court keeps talking about ethnic integration and hopes that all ethnic groups can unite, it is still necessary to control what should be controlled, first the villain and then the gentleman, so as to avoid trouble for the court later. (End of chapter)