"As far as I know, the Tokugawa Army led by Qin Mu won't suffer much losses due to the ambush and raid strategy adopted in this battle, and should be able to withdraw some of its strength to deal with it. Moreover, I suspect that the Sisluo people are behind the turmoil in Meishan and Longdong counties. I guess the Sisluo people want to take the opportunity to occupy Meishan and Longdong counties." Zhao Yan's slow analysis immediately aroused the discussion of all the ministers.

Originally, Zhao Yan's performance today was enough to shock everyone here, and his speech was justified, which made many people here nod and said yes.

You should know that once the Xisluo people controlled Meishan and Longdong County, the consequences would be unimaginable. It is equivalent to the Xisluo people's claws extending into the hinterland of the Great Qin Empire, cutting off the empire and several northwest counties, especially with Tokugawa County and Northwest County, which can also threaten the center of the Great Qin Empire at any time. This is something that the court will never accept.

"What should you do according to your opinion?" Zhao Youxiao couldn't help but become interested in the words of his son who didn't usually feel good.

"Give Qin Mu a name to quell the riots in Meishan and Longdong prefectures and restore normal local order." Zhao Yan's voice was very dull.

"Oh? What's the name for him?" Zhao Youxiao asked with his eyes fixed on Zhao Yan.

"Can he be appointed as the military and political governor of the Northwest County, and it is also a reward for his defeat of the Huns invasion this time."

Facing his father's aggressive gaze, Zhao Yan did not mean to retreat at all. He wanted to win his father's attention with his deafening remarks, otherwise he would lose the original intention of exposing his true face this time. Now that his father is old, he needs a powerful person to support him as the 195th Lord. This person has been discussed by his staff many times. This must be Qin Mu.

These two short sentences were like a shocking thunder, which immediately caused huge waves among the ministers. "Military and Political Military Control Commissioner", this is an extraordinary position, and its real power far exceeds that of the county heads of the same level. In fact, it is equivalent to a small emperor in a place.

The head of the county can only manage the daily administrative affairs of one county and cannot form a regular army. There is no decisive power over the personnel rights at the next level and military power must be approved by the court before it can be implemented. That is to say, there is no right to appoint officials above the seventh rank, nor the right to form an army (Qin Mu is just a special case in special circumstances).

The military and political military governors are very different. They can not only form an army on their own, but also have absolute disposal rights for personnel, administration and military in the county. They do not need to submit them to the court for approval, but only need to report them to the court afterwards.

As of now, the entire Emperor Qin State has only two military and political governors, one is Sanjiang County and the other is Tiannan County.

Sanjiang County was during the Sanjiang Incident more than 40 years ago. Lin Yizhi, the contemporary head of the Lin family, who was the head of Sanjiang County, was re-elected as the head of Sanjiang County for twenty years. The Lin family's power in Sanjiang County was already deeply rooted. At that time, the court also noticed this situation and wanted to use the rotation of officials to transfer Lin Yizhi to the capital. However, when Lin Yizhi refused, the court then revoked Lin Yizhi's position as the head of the county, and Lin Yizhi incited the rebellion of his subordinate prefectures and declared the independence of Sanjiang County.

At that time, the empire was busy fighting against the Sithro Empire, the Kaman Empire, and the Pure Kingdom in the north of the empire, and was unable to suppress the rebellion of the Lin family. The Machikhanate in the south also took advantage of the situation and sent troops to invade Wuhu County in the south of the empire. The entire empire situation was in danger.

Finally, in order to avoid the division of the Qin Empire, the court and Lin Yizhi secretly reached an agreement, and Sanjiang County abolished its independence and still belonged to the imperial territory. Obeying the imperial rule and management, the Central Committee of the Empire appointed Lin Yizhi as the military and political governor of Sanjiang County, commanding all military and political affairs in the county.

Five years later, in order to resist the increasingly powerful military pressure of the Lin family, the empire appointed Lang Dunming, the leader of Tiannan County, as the military and political governor of Tiannan County. He hoped to restrain the Lin family in Sanjiang through Tiannan County. This did play a role in restraining the Lin family at that time. However, as the strength of the Lang family gradually increased, the empire's control over Tiannan gradually weakened, and now there is no real control.

Today, Zhao Yan proposed to establish the military and political governor of the Northwest County. No wonder the ministers responded so fiercely. This is a disaster for raising a tiger.

The first thing that comes out to express opposition is that he is already the Minister of Personnel ** Star. "Your Majesty, I think it is absolutely not possible. The local military and political governors have too much power, and it is difficult for the court to control it. Once the power is granted by the unmanned person, the court will suffer too much loss."

"I also agree with Lord Zhao's opinion. The geographical location of the northwest is very important. We must never allow another Lin family to appear, otherwise it will become another major concern for the court. Please think twice, Your Majesty."

Zuodu Censor Gao Panlong also had no choice but to leave the line and express his objection. He was originally unwilling to offend Qin Mu, who is now in the prime of his life, but this matter involving the safety of the empire had to come forward to give advice.

"Yes, now there is a lesson from the Lin family. We cannot relax our carelessness. Although Qin Mu has made great contributions, we can give praise from other aspects. This position of Jiedu is of great importance and should be carefully engaged."

The chief minister Ye Xianggao said in disagreement that the military and political governors had too much power, which was very unfavorable to the court, so Ye Xianggao also disagreed with the advice of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince. Ye Xianggao's words were quite substantial, and many people immediately followed him to oppose.

"Since the war ten years ago, the northwest region has not been so eye-catching. The imperial court's instructions are slanderous and useless. The local county magistrates basically do not listen to the imperial court's orders. When there is something to do, they come to the court to support them. When they come to the capital to meet the saints, they aim at the court one by one. Now they have no choice but to face the saints. There is no difference between such a northwest and no one."

"There are also the Husbands who enter and exit freely in the northwest region. We seem to turn a blind eye and avoid talking. Now Qin Mu defeated foreign enemies for the empire and recovered lost territory. Some people have doubted his loyalty. This is really a bit funny. Is it true that the empire will be willing to let the Husbands or the Sithro people occupy several counties in the northwest?"

Zhao Yan did not care about the feelings of the ministers present, and unscrupulously mocked the opponents in a mocking tone.

The court in the northwest has always been a heart-wrenching problem for the emperor today. If Emperor Tianqi, who had just become the emperor at that time, had not been young and energetic, would have launched a war against the Huhun tribe, resulting in the defeat of millions of troops in the northwest by the Huhun tribes, and the millions of troops were left in the end, with less than 200,000 people left, and the situation in the northwest would not have been as uncontrolled by the empire as it is now.

Unexpectedly, Zhao Yan exposed the scar without any scruples. Many ministers here all looked at the emperor, but His Majesty seemed to be a little unwilling to care. In fact, Zhao Youxiao was also angry, but in the face of such a severe situation, the court could not come up with a good solution. Although what Zhao Yan said was a bit harsh, it was very reasonable. If you think about it carefully, it was not unacceptable.

Seeing that the ministers were unable to accept their opinions, even the father was silent, Zhao Yan increased his tone again, "Isn't what I said? A few years ago, except Tokugawa County and Lishan County were actually controlled by the empire, which of the other five counties was truly in our hands? The trade routes in the north of the empire were blocked, and domestic goods could not be exported. Many merchants went bankrupt, and the prices of goods imported from the outside increased several times. The people complained, and I believe everyone had some feelings."

"It was finally difficult for Qin Mu to defeat the Huhuns, and a new atmosphere appeared in the northwest. You can see what the situation is in Tokugawa and Northwest County under Qin Mu's jurisdiction? And what the situation is in Meishan County and Longdong County? The entire northwest situation is in danger now, but we are still here hesitating for whether Qin Mu is suitable for serving as the military and political military governor of the Northwest. If we fail to make a decision, we will regret it if the two counties of Meishan and Longdong are in the hands of the chaos or the Xisluo people seize it. Father, you must see the situation clearly."

Zhao Yan's words not only aroused waves in the hearts of the ministers, but also resonated in Zhao Youxiao's heart. Yes, a few years ago, the northwest fell, and almost all the ministers were taboo about the word "Northwest", and no one was concerned about the court discussion, fearing that they would be sent to the northwest to serve. Once upon a time, the northwest became popular. The remote area that was once unwilling to be concerned about in the past is now afraid that others will be authoritarian. It is really unpleasant.

It seems that all His Highness and others are planning for themselves and have never thought about my country. Thinking of this, Zhao Youxiao felt a sense of depressedness in his heart. Looking at His Highness, a group of ministers who were originally quite pleasing to the eyes, he suddenly felt that it was unspeakable and disgusting.

"Your Majesty, I think that the Crown Prince is right. If you stop, you will suffer from chaos. What else do you have to worry about the loyalty of Lord Qin Mu?" Wei Zhongxian said in a list.

"Your Majesty, I agree with the Crown Prince's opinion."

Li Shaoqin, the dean of the Emperor's School, also agreed. You must know that Qin Mu is now his son-in-law, and of course he has supported him infinitely. What's more, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is the first to stand up to support Qin Mu. He just needs to discuss it. What a great thing.

"I also support the Crown Prince's opinion. The talent and achievements of Lord Qin Mu are enough to serve as the military and political governor of the Northwest."

"I also support His Highness the Crown Prince's opinion."
Chapter completed!