"His Highness of King Yu led his army to destroy Donghu in one fell swoop!"

"No, I heard that the cavalry of the three armies was unstoppable and defeated the Donghu army in just a few days, forcing the Donghu Shanyu to commit suicide!"

"His Royal Highness Yu is really a god of war!"

"Hehe, don't chew around when you are on duty!"

"That's right, look, Captain Yan is here!"

As the Imperial Guard, Yan Keran can be equipped with a third-class black feather armor, green belt tied with ink bun, and his unique facial features and handsome figure make him always peek at the palace maids when walking in the palace, while the guards are afraid of his seriousness.

Although it was a few steps away, Yan Keran had already heard the conversations of several guards on duty. The prohibited conversations on the Forbidden Palace were the regulations of the Imperial Guards. If it were on weekdays, it would be punished. But today Yan Keran had completely ignored it. The victory of destroying Hu had spread throughout the capital a few days ago. All officials and people in the city cheered for the victory. Yan Keran naturally did not want to be too concerned at this time. He led the ten guards to the front hall to the under the Skylark Platform. This was the dividing point between the front hall and the harem. Even the Imperial Guards must not cross the Skylark Platform.

A kite fell head-on not far from the Imperial Guard. Yan Keran followed the kite and looked at the women who were running towards him. He ran closer. Yan Keran could see clearly: A woman in purple clothes in front was holding the hand of a goose-yellow woman, and two maids followed behind them. As the sons of Jingzhao Yin, Yan Keran naturally knew that the people who came from the Holy Seng Zhenglong were Yingpin and Princess Yunxuan, the pearl in the palm of Emperor Liang.

"The Imperial Guard Yan Keran meets His Highness and Empress Yingshuren!"

"Get up, Captain Yan!" Ying Shuren said breathlessly: "We are flying kites. How could we know that the wind changed direction and blow the kites here, which made us chasing them all the way."

"I thanked His Highness the Princess and Empress Yingshuren!" Yan Keran had just stood up and turned to pick up the kite and presented it respectfully. Yun Xuan took the kite and said with gratitude: "Thank you, Captain Yan."

At this time, Yun Xuan was combed with a hanging bun and decorated with two peach blossom hairpins. Her face was particularly rosy because of her running. Her big watery eyes were clear and deep, making Yan Keran feel a little at a loss, "Princess Yan is so serious!"

"I wonder if it has delayed Captain Yan's duty?"

"No, the last general is about to change shifts, so it's not a delay."

"The Chief Yan is the son of Lord Yin Yan of Jingzhao, and he studied under Qingshan Academy. In the harem, I heard from Your Majesty praise you for being young and promising!" Ying Shuren took the kite from Yun Xuan and began to praise him.

"I dare not take it. Thanks to the kindness of Your Majesty and the Empress, I will do my best to encourage you!"

"Person Yan must not be too humble. Since we have said this, the princess happened to have something to do. She was also happy to win the battle in Daliang. When she met Captain Yan, she would ask more questions!" Yingpin winked at Yun Xuan, and the latter understood it. "Yes, my fourth brother won the battle and didn't know when he would return to Beijing?"

"Report to Your Highness, the last general heard that the army had set off half a month ago and should be able to return to Beijing within three days."

"This time, my father must reward the bloody soldiers!" Yun Xuan paused and asked, "Is there any classmates in this army of Captain Yan?"

"Report to your highness, how many people are there? They have all made contributions this time."

"But is the man who was received by his father on his birthday last time?" Yun Xuan was anxious and forgot the steps Ying Shuren ordered and asked directly, which surprised Yan Keran. But before he could think about it, Yun Xuan continued to ask: "I have always admired Qingshan Academy. The disciples of Qingshan Academy must be outstanding in both officialdom and military service, just like Yan Zhengwei. Since that man can be received by his father, he must fight for the country with all his might. I wonder what he will do this time?"

"The man's name is Xuan Shaoning. He is indeed a classmate of the General Mo. The General Mo has always been dating him. He heard that he was extremely brave in this battle to destroy Hu, and he made military contributions to destroy Hu!"

Hearing this, Yun Xuan clasped her hands tightly under her jaw, unable to hide her happiness. She looked like a girl was intoxicated by spring, without any pretentiousness. The natural and simple emotions made Yan Keran feel a little confused for a moment. He could feel the beating inside, which was a feeling that he had never had in many years.

"Your Highness, it's getting late, it's time to go back to the palace." Yingpin interrupted at the right time, interrupting Yun Xuan's thoughts and interrupting Yan Keran's reverie.

"The last general will send you to the princess, Empress Yingshuren!"

Seeing the two men gradually fade away, Yan Keran's eyes blinked, and a unique feeling that had never been seen in nineteen years spread throughout his body, an indescribable feeling that was both strange and unstoppable.

Four days passed by Princess Yunxuan with her fingers. This day was the day when King Yu led the three armies back to Beijing. Yunxuan could not come to the scene in person and could only run to the Skylark Platform to tiptoe, stretched her neck to look towards the front hall area. Unfortunately, even the Skylark Platform at the highest point in the harem was still covered by layers of glazed tiles. The only thing worthy of gratitude was that the majestic and mighty dance music could be heard in his ears.

What Princess Yunxuan couldn't see was that the Imperial Guards were lined up from Qingxuan Gate, the main gate of the palace, and the red carpet extended to the steps of Chengyuan Palace. Hundreds of palace philosophers played outside Chengyuan Palace. Emperor Liang, with Concubine Jingjia and several princes, civil and military officials, waiting for the army to return in triumph, but the prince was missing.

Emperor Liang was pierced with a golden ninth dragon robe and a twelve crowns on his head. He was tall and heroic. He looked towards the palace gate with great enthusiasm. Although he had been waiting for a stick of incense, his body was not exhausted at all, and his eyes were as hot as if he was looking forward to the beloved in his heart.

King Yu took the lead and followed Yang Zhong and Shen Yongnian. Behind them were He Yunke, Lu Wenxuan, Feng Chu, Gu Hongxuan, and Jiang Xiaoyu. According to the Daliang official system, only military generals of fifth rank and above are qualified to enter the main hall, and the rest of the military generals can only wait in the square outside the imperial city. Among these low-ranking military generals waiting, Xuan Shaoning was standing silently in the corner.

"Sons meet the father and the imperial concubine!"

"I will meet your Majesty and the Imperial Concubine!"

Although there were only a few military generals behind King Yu, they were full of energy and grandeur. Emperor Liang took a few steps to help King Yu who was kneeling on the ground, looking at the son who had been neglected for a long time with kindness. "How about you be hurt? Let me see!" He walked around with King Yu's hand and said happily: "It's good that you're fine! Yun Qi, you have made great contributions this time!"

King Yu was a little uncomfortable and took a step back and replied respectfully: "Leading the army to fight is the duty of his sons, and he dare not take credit for himself. This victory was obtained by the bloodshed of all the soldiers of the army!"

"You are so calm and indifferent, and love your soldiers as much as your son. I appreciate it!" Emperor Liang's answer to King Yu was not surprised at all. "In the battle to destroy Hu, the three armies made outstanding achievements. I will definitely reward the entire army! The regulations start from the two levels, and the rewards on merits will be determined according to King Yu's reply form, and there is no need to hand them over to me directly through the Ministry of War!"

This remark made everyone present think. According to the Daliang military system, soldiers were determined to be the enemy's head, and generals were responsible for the military merits. Each plan was the first level. Those with outstanding contributors were nominated by the main general and submitted to the Ministry of War for deliberation, and then handed over to the Prime Minister to decide. In the end, Emperor Liang criticized Zhu. Today, Emperor Liang directly promoted the military merits of all soldiers across the ranks. This was not without precedent in the previous dynasty, but the latter set a precedent since the founding of the Liang Dynasty. The military merits of all three armies were evaluated by the chief general, and they did not need to be directly presented to the emperor through the Ministry of War and the Prime Minister. This glory was unprecedented!

"Father!"

"I know what you are going to say." Emperor Liang comforted him softly. At the same time, he withdrew his smile and stood up to the officials from all directions and said, "I don't need to say it again. The contribution of King Yu can be written into the history of the country. This battle is so tragic. The 200,000 army has gone, and only 60,000 people have returned!" At this point, Emperor Liang seemed to start to hold tears and his words were choked, "Destroy Hu was the result of the 200,000 good man from Daliang who sacrificed his head and sprinkled his blood! I want the people of the world to know that I will never treat the sons who really sacrificed for my Daliang!" He spoke with a generous tone, and Emperor Liang's face turned red.

As soon as the words were finished, everyone had not yet come back to their senses. Cai Quan took the lead and stepped out of the queue and knelt down and shouted loudly: "Your Majesty, the old minister, I, the man of Daliang, thanked the Lord for his kindness!" This shout completely awakened everyone present. King Xiang and King Ling followed suit. Soon, all officials were afraid of falling behind others and followed suit. For a moment, no one opposed it, which was beyond the expectations of King Yu. Emperor Liang looked at Cai Xiang with appreciation, and then said warmly: "King Yu, don't let me down the will of the whole army!" King Yu replied firmly and loudly, "My son is sure to be unfair!"

"Okay, come here!" Emperor Liang announced: "Zi Yu Wang Yunqi, went to the battlefield in person, commanded as if he were determined, and destroyed Hu in one fell swoop, and achieved the unparalleled merits of this dynasty. I am determined to award five imperial pearls!"

One by one, King Yu had not yet fully recovered from his previous shock, and a new reward came: all the princes in the Liang Dynasty except the prince were divided into two ranks - the prince and the prince. The princes of the high rank were determined by the number of imperial pearls, three pearls, five pearls and seven pearls. In the Liang Dynasty, only King Xiang was the prince of the Five Pearls.

Hearing this reward, King Xiang and Concubine Jingjia's faces turned blue, and King Yu was even more stunned. Emperor Liang repeatedly tolerated "Yun Qi, thank you for your kindness". King Yu knelt down again for three times. Emperor Liang helped up his son and strung up the golden silk with his own hands. Five South Night Beads decorated with Houyu were hung between King Yu's neck. The sun shone on the surface of the South Night Bead, reflecting colorful light, which was extremely dazzling to King Xiang's eyes.

"My son...my son thanked my father!"

"Yun Qi, your mother has served me for many years and has not been promoted. My mother is noble by her son. Today I enthrone Du Fu as a virtuous concubine!"

Before King Yu could thank him again, "This is not enough for the reward I give you!" Emperor Liang smiled mysteriously and ordered: "The ceremony of celebration is just beginning!"

"The celebration ceremony begins!"

"The celebration ceremony begins!"

"The celebration ceremony begins!"

...........

Chuanmenlang's voice came from Chengyuan Palace to Qingxuanmen Square, the imperial city. Amid all the low-level generals' vague expectations, an eunuch came out of the palace with yellow silk and announced with a festive expression: "The emperor's emperor's priest's decree: The three armies went to Donghu to fight bloody battles, wiped out Donghu, expanded their territory, and had outstanding military achievements. All soldiers will be promoted according to the level of promotion!"

As soon as the words came to the ground, all the generals immediately became excited and knelt down and thanked the emperor for their kindness. They all smiled happily. This was an honor that had never been seen in this dynasty and the glory that every soldier dreamed of!

As the music in the palace began to vaguely spread, the eunuch announced: "Please go back with all the generals!"

Just as Xuan Shaoning left Qingxuan Gate, he called him and saw the Royal Guard Commander Yan Keran.

"Shaoning, I have been on duty just now. I have seen you for a long time. I have resisted not saying hello to you. I have no scruples now. Shaoning, really congratulations! The promotion to the higher level is the first case in this dynasty!"

"This is exchanged for 160,000 brothers with their lives!" Xuan Shaoning couldn't say he was unhappy, but he always felt unspeakable guilt, guilt that he was the one who survived.

Although Yan Keran had not experienced the military formation, he felt the mood of his classmates very much. "I can understand, especially when those brothers who fought side by side fell by their side, that kind of helplessness is really hard to understand. However, their sacrifices are worth it, and you don't have to bear it. I have heard that you are brave and resourceful in combat, breaking through the city, and then rushing into the inner city first. You can be the example of my Daliang man!"

"Ke Ran..."

"Okay, I'll get together again after the title is over!" Yan Keran smiled mysteriously, "When I come to my mansion, my father and mother just want to see you!"

"this........"

"You can't refuse me, I made a 'military order' in front of my father!"
Chapter completed!