Nowadays, in the Song Dynasty, or among the armies in the north, there will be an interesting and strange phenomenon first. That is, when the armies in the north began to return some rights to the Ministry of War and the court, there was a very awesome army that had never been on the list of the Ministry of War, and even the court knew nothing about their movements.

And this army is the flower planting army whose number has always remained at 20,000.

The Huajia Army has always had a transcendent position, whether in the entire Song court or in all the armies.

Now that the Hua Family Army is still held tightly by Yan King Ye Qing and cannot be touched by anyone, the Hua Family Army, which already possesses countless glory and military achievements, has become more transcendent because of its particularity.

Whether it is the broken camp that is protecting Yanjing City, the imperial guards in Huangcheng, or the army of various north, they are almost all proud to be able to join the Huahua family army, but to join the Huahua family army... how difficult it is, no less than being promoted from a fifth or sixth rank official to a third rank senior.

The special and transcendent army of the Huahua family were discovered by the Ministry of War, and Zhao Kuo and other officials in the court also discovered this problem under the obscure reminder of the Ministry of War, which was no less than the stability of the Zhao Song royal family.

After going down the court, Zhao Kuo returned to the imperial study room. Queen Han Ying immediately greeted her with a gentle smile. Zhao Kuo, who was full of questions, ignored the queen's tenderness. While shaking her head, she sat down behind the wide desk and murmured to herself: "It's true, if the Ministry of War hadn't reminded in the court today, I wouldn't have noticed that the King of Yan actually held a brave army in his hand."

Han Ying's smile froze. She took the tea handed over by the palace maid with her own hands and placed it virtuously at Zhao Kuo's reach. She had her own principles for the affairs of the court. Under the premise that Zhao Kuo did not ask, she was unwilling to speak out on her own initiative.

What's more, the problem that Zhao Kuo is confused about is related to the King of Yan, which makes Han Ying more cautious on this issue. He just stayed quietly by Zhao Kuo, and could not see what he was thinking in his heart.

However, Zhao Kuo turned his head and smiled at Han Ying, and then explained, "I am not dissatisfied with the King of Yan because the Hua family army has nothing to do with the Ministry of War. After all, what King of Yan does in the north is enough to prove like me and the people in the world that he has no intention of being unjust."

"Imagine how many powerful ministers in the court have covered the sky with their hands, and how many generals with heavy troops will voluntarily return the power in their hands to the court when they have a disobedient heart? Ha... After thinking about it, there may be no one else except the King of Yan. So I am not dissatisfied with the fact that King of Yan is still holding a Hua family army in his hand, but I have never understood it. Whether it is the court or I, at this time, I have never asked the King of Yan to return the military powers of the north to the Ministry of War and I, but the King of Yan has done this now, so is the King of Yan really not nostalgic for power?"

Speaking of this, Zhao Kuo sighed helplessly. The King of Yan had revealed to him a few days ago that he planned to leave Yanjing and go to Liaoyang in the future, but he had already refused.

There are still some problems in the administration of various departments in the north that have not been solved. If they allow them to develop, they may endanger the court. Therefore, all the military powers in the north are in the hands of Ye Qing, which actually reduces some pressure for Zhao Kuo.

After all, the pressure of the officialdoms in various prefectures is much easier to face than the pressure of various armies. Therefore, Zhao Kuo's initial idea was to hope that Ye Qing could hold the military power of various prefectures in the northern region for a few more years. After he and the court completely smoothed out the turmoil in the officialdoms in various prefectures in northern region, the appointment and dismissal of officials, and the dispatch of officials, it would not be too late for the King of Yan to return military power to that time.

But now the King of Yan is obviously eager to return military power, which makes him face the pressure from the local prefectures and government officials, and then the pressure from some contradictions and problems from various armies.

Just like the food and grass problem that needs to be solved urgently, Zhao Kuo has already felt a little pressure, which made him dare not imagine that once Ye Qing completely let go of the military power of various armies in the north, would it immediately cause some chain reaction? Will generals at all levels in the army be dissatisfied with the court because of this? They would think that the court forced the King of Yan to return military power, and the coexistence of various armies and the Ministry of War, including the connection with the Ministry of Revenue, are all seemingly simple problems, but only when it happens, they will find that no problem is a small problem, and even every seemingly small problem is a big problem that can shake the foundation of Song Ting.

The turmoil in the local officialdom made Zhao Kuo deeply realize that it was much harder than he had originally imagined that the court wanted to gain a foothold in the northern territory that Ye Qing had recovered by his own strength.

So from the beginning of his plan to go north and firmly move the capital of the Song Dynasty to Yanjing, he had already made up an idea in his mind, that is, no matter what, he could not have conflicts with the King of Yan Ye Qing, and even no subtle feeling that made people understand between them.

This is also why Zhao Kuo chose to be honest when facing Ye Qing no matter when he faced Ye Qing, and would never give any blank space, so that he and the King of Yan had room for random thoughts.

"Will there be any pressure you don't know? But the King of Yan couldn't speak out, so he chose to return the military power at this time?" Han Ying carefully said with a careful expression in the face of Zhao Kuo's expression that longed for someone to talk to him.

Zhao Kuo shook his head while pondering: "Not to mention being in the north, even in the entire Song Dynasty, what else can there be to make the King of Yan feel pressured? And it also forced him to make such a big concession? This is impossible not to be?"

Han Ying nodded silently. Zhao Kuo's analysis has to be said to be correct, and it is also a fact. With Ye Qing's authority and influence in the court and the north, there is no need to be afraid of anyone or worry about who can put huge pressure on him.

After all, if you look at the process of King Yan step by step to reach such a high position today from the beginning, you will find that King Yan can make the most favorable choices and actions when facing any difficulties and pressures at any time. It is precisely because of King Yan's cunning and wisdom that King Yan can reach such a high position today step by step in the court filled with swords and shadows.

"The King of Yan returned the military power of various armies in the north to the Ministry of War, and then sent the young prince Ye Wuque to the grassland with the little Khan of Mongolia. He had told the emperor before that he did not plan to stay in Yanjing for a long time, and planned to go to Liaoyang Prefecture for retirement in the future. Then... Could it be that there was something in Liaoyang Prefecture that forced the King of Yan to make such a choice?" Han Ying had the unique sensitivity and delicacy of a woman. When talking about these, he couldn't help but think of the Liaoyang Prefecture in Yanjing now.

She naturally knew the past and aftermath of the Liaoyang Prince's Mansion, and also learned some inside stories from the Empress Dowager Li Fengniang that others didn't know, that is, the relationship between King Yan and the former Queen Li Shier of the Jin Kingdom... It seems that he is not so... innocent!

"The Jin Kingdom has been completely destroyed, and neither Yu Songting nor King Yan can pose any threat. The Jin royal family has arrested and won over what they should be won over, and has been handled in an orderly and safe manner by the King of Yan. Isn't the royal family Wanyan Congyi now the prefect of the Yanjing Prefecture? Even the slave of the gods who were loyal to Wanyan Jing back then can no longer become the deputy commander of the imperial guards of the palace? What else can be wrong? The King of Yan would rather give up the military power in the north than go to Liaoyang Prefecture?" Zhao Kuo looked puzzled, and he really couldn't understand.

Looking at Zhao Kuo's frowning, Han Ying looked at him calmly, and suddenly smiled with a pursed lips. Zhao Kuo looked surprised and confused, and asked with his lips squirming, "Did the queen think of what I have ignored?"

Han Ying shook her head with a smile, and when she smiled, she turned into crescent-like eyes, which made Zhao Kuo feel tenderness involuntarily: "Are you laughing at me as stupid?"

"How dare I laugh at the Lord? It's just... I think the Lord is afraid that he is smart but is mistaken for his intelligence." Han Ying put away his smile and said.

"Smartness is wrong by intelligence?" Zhao Kuo thought for a while, but couldn't figure out what he was thinking: "What's the solution?"

Han Ying sighed slightly, and first handed the tea placed next to Zhao Kuo. The tea temperature was just right at this time, and it was not soaked and retained the strong tea aroma. He nodded and said, "Do you still remember how you planned to get along with the King of Yan when you first arrived in Yanjing?"

"Of course, remember to be honest, not leave any blank space, and not give me and the King of Yan a room for random thoughts, so as to avoid suspicion of the monarch and his subjects, and to mislead the court and the country." Zhao Kuo replied without hesitation.

Han Ying nodded again, her bright eyes were full of wisdom, and said, "That's it. Since the Lord can't figure it out now, why not just ask the King of Yan directly? No blank space is left, and no room and opportunity to suspect each other. If the Lord just thinks about it himself, then... if there are other ministers involved, I am afraid that the Lord you are honest with the King of Yan, and if the Lord of Yan is not left, it will be greatly reduced, right?"

As Han Ying finished speaking, Zhao Kuo, who was holding the teacup, understood what Han Ying said. Then he put down the teacup in his hand and held Han Ying's hand, as if he was shaking the clouds and saw the sun, saying, "The queen is still smart, yes, why do I almost forget the original intention of getting along with the King of Yan."

"It's not that I'm smart..." Before Han Ying finished speaking, a familiar voice came from outside the imperial study room.

Li Fengniang walked in slowly, with a bit of bland face on her charming face. As she grew older, Li Fengniang, who originally looked charming, now she is more elegant and luxurious and cold. Her temperament is becoming more and more like a princess in the Yan Prince's Mansion: Bai Chun.

Zhao Kuo and Han Ying hurriedly stood up and saluted. At the same time, they shouted that they had seen their mother and then Han Ying gave up the seat that he had just approached Zhao Kuo to Li Fengniang. He was well-behaved and politely stood beside Li Fengniang. The palace maid who followed Li Fengniang in also put down the fresh fruit in her hand and quietly withdrew from the imperial study room.

"Ye Qing has no intention. If he said there was...." Li Fengniang looked at Zhao Kuo and Han Ying, and then continued: "The King of Yan still hopes that you can get in touch with the entire court's political affairs earlier, instead of having someone to share the burden for you. Although there are many ministers in the court who share your worries, this country... is yours after all. Whether it is local officials or military affairs, it should be something you, the emperor of the Song Dynasty, should have to worry about. If Ye Qing kept holding the military power in the north, how could my Song Dynasty have the majesty of the country? Wouldn't it be a joke if outsiders see this?"

Han Ying and Zhao Kuo looked at each other quickly in a tacit understanding. It seemed that the mother had been listening outside for a long time.

Unlike when he first entered the palace, Han Ying would be cautious in front of Li Fengniang and dare not speak silently.

The main reason is that Li Fengniang is no longer as strong as before, and Han Ying's every move since entering the palace made Li Fengniang extremely satisfied and could not make any mistakes at all, so the relationship between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law became more and more harmonious.

"My mother means that the reason why King Yan is like this is because he takes into account the majesty of the court." Han Ying took the lead and said: "The country cannot be without a king for a day, but no one can share the country with the king. Although the king of Yan has always been..." When he said this, Han Ying pondered the wording again. I believe that after Zhao Kuo understood the meaning, he skipped over some sensitive topics and continued: "In short, the King of Yan did this to maintain and consolidate the majesty of the emperor and the court in the north, so that the northern part can become the real territory of our Song Dynasty, rather than losing territory or homeland."

Li Fengniang nodded with satisfaction with a smile, and a light flashed in Zhao's eyes. In fact, when Li Fengniang said it, he had already realized it, but after hearing Han Ying say this, it was also verified his guess.

"As for the army of the Hua family that Ye Qing still holds in his hand, there is nothing we can do about it. The Jin Dynasty has fallen, and it is logical that the world is peaceful, so he doesn't have to do so anymore. But then again, the Hua family of the Hua family has fought in the south and north over the years, and has followed Ye Qing to participate in wars of all sizes. So to say that you don't like to hear, the Hua family of the Hua family is more suitable than the army of the court, Ye Qing's private army."

Li Fengniang was obviously more daring to say and do than Han Ying. After pausing, she continued: "The reason why we did not return part of the military power of the Hua Family Army to the Ministry of War is because of the transcendent status of the Hua Family Army in the Song Dynasty. After all, the label they labeled was the word King of Yan. If they were handed back to the court, it would completely trigger some unexpected turmoil, including the army of various northeastern areas. In addition, the army is still active on the grassland, so Ye Qing did not hand over this army to the Ministry of War. Of course, it will not return it to the Ministry of War in the future, but will guard Liaoyang with him."

"Mother..." Zhao Kuo was originally happy and his relaxed expression suddenly became a little shocked when he looked at Li Fengniang and asked, "The King of Yan has decided to go to Liaoyang Prefecture, and you... agree?"

"I talked to him today and will not leave for the time being. He is now unable to escape because of Mongolia. So no matter what, you still have time, and he will do his best to help you stabilize the government of the prefectures in the northern region or the morale of the army. As for the future..." Li Fengniang's eyes became a little dim and said, "Now you have not completely taken the entire Song Dynasty on your shoulders. When you completely took the Song Dynasty on your shoulders in the future, it is unlikely that you will be as honest as you are now, and leave no blank space. Therefore, in order to avoid the possibility of suspicion between the monarch and the ministers in the future, the King of Yan naturally has to stay away from the capital."

"Mother, you know that your son will not change, let alone the King of Yan..." Zhao Kuo's mood was a little complicated, but he couldn't say some words. In his opinion, because of that relationship, no matter what, he would not be able to target the King of Yan in the future. Otherwise, how could he be worthy of the Queen of Yan in front of him, and the regaining many territories and expanding the entire northern land under his territory.

"If you don't be afraid of ten thousand, just be afraid of something. If you, the king and his minister can still be honest and not leave any blank space, it is of course the best. If something happens now we cannot predict. Fortunately, there is still Yuguan between you, so that you can have a buffering room for any choice, right?" Li Fengniang's eyes were kind and easy-going, as if she was talking about a very ordinary thing.

Han Ying, who was standing by, was now the queen of the Song Dynasty, but on this issue, she always maintained a cautious attitude.

From ancient times to the present, the changes and development of every dynasty, the royal family has had more or less inhumane scandals in the river of history. Even in the Song Dynasty, the same was true. Even if it was tacit, no one would move such things to the table.

Now the Song court is becoming more prosperous and prosperous, but as Zhao Kuo grows older, his control over the court becomes more and more stable. Even if Zhao Kuo, who can be completely "independent" at that time, will not vent his anger on the royal family's ugly behavior, it does not mean that the officials in the court will not participate in it because of this and will be happy to see it.

Therefore, Li Fengniang did not agree with Ye Qing's long-term considerations, but after Ye Qing's further explanation today, and with more expectations and longer-term responsibilities for the several prefectures headed by the Liao Palace, Li Fengniang could not understand Ye Qing's current choice at this time.

Zhao Kuoda sincerely admired Ye Qing, and now he knew even more about how important it was to Ye Qing's absolute need after the Song court moved to Yanjing. When he was still looking forward to the stability of the court in the future and the harmony between him and Ye Qing and his ministers, Ye Qing had already begun to make plans and plans for the future that was not longer.

This made Zhao Kuo feel a little empty. He felt that as he grew older and his control over the court became more and more stable, he seemed to be moving towards the direction of being alone.

"My son wants to talk to the King of Yan again, but the Queen of Mother feels..." Zhao Kuo frowned. The King of Yan's choice obviously made him unacceptable for a while, especially after his Queen of Mother's words, which almost means that this matter will not change.

"Of course." Li Fengniang said happily: "The harmony between the king and the minister will help the prosper of the Song Dynasty. My mother naturally hopes that my Song Dynasty can go further under your rule, just as the King of Yan said back then, restore the prosperous scene of the Han and Tang Dynasties."

"Thank you, my mother." Zhao Qianyan thanked.

Li Fengniang let out a long sigh, looked at Zhao Kuo and Han Ying standing quietly beside her, and then said: "Give everything to do, let alone time, and the King of Yan is not leaving his hands alone. Although he didn't tell me directly, I could still feel that although the country was completely destroyed, the number of prefectures headed by Liaoyang Prefecture seems to have Ye Qing's unfulfilled wishes. I don't know if it is related to Mongolia."

Li Fengniang's last words made Zhao Kuo stunned, as if reminding Zhao Kuo something, but then, Zhao Kuo seemed to realize something, his face became more and more joyful, and he looked at Li Fengniang and said, "Thank you, my son, my mother, please remind me!"

Li Fengniang nodded with relief: "I am tired, so I'm going back to rest."

As Li Fengniang left, Zhao Kuo waved his fist with some excitement, looked at Han Ying with an inexplicable look on his face, and said excitedly: "Yes, I just thought that King Yan would leave Yanjing in the future, but I forgot that Gucheng and Wuque had entered the court without realizing it. Gucheng is now the commander of the imperial guards, and I will definitely be relied on by me in the future. Those generals under the King of Yan who are good at fighting will, no matter what, will they help Gucheng for the sake of King Yan's face?"

Han Ying also realized something in an instant and nodded hard to express her recognition of Zhao Kuo's understanding.

"There is still Wuque. Only now can I understand the good intentions of King Yan. Let Wuque go to the grassland alone. This is to make Wuque show his ability to enter the court. So... If Wuque can show his performance in Mongolia, I will be equivalent to having Gucheng and Wuque's two right-hand men. At that time, even if King Yan goes to Liaoyang Prefecture, if Gucheng and Wuque help me, the impact of King Yan leaving Yanjing will be almost negligible!" Zhao Kuo turned his head and grabbed Han Ying's hand and said excitedly.

"I am also happy for the emperor. In this way, the reason why King Yan decided to go to Liaoyang Prefecture was that he had made a complete plan for the emperor." Han Ying was sincerely happy for Zhao Kuo, and of course, it was because there was no slight unreasonable speculation between the king and his subjects.
Chapter completed!