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Ma Sanping pinched his nose and said to Zhihu, the soldier who had already become cold, and the latter immediately moved the corpses that had been completely cold.

"Mr. There are so many unruly people in the northern part of this place. You must be more careful."

Ma Sanping's words were full of familiar energy. Among the new scholars, he was quite optimistic about Liu Xi, but he never expected that in just two years, Liu Xi had become a prominent marquis, so naturally he had more friendship in his tone.

Of course, Liu Xi also heard the excessive closeness of the other party in his words, but he was still quite surprised. Why did he become the marquis?

Could it be that Ma Sanping came here for this?

If so, a figure flashed out in Liu Xi's mind. The burly and broad back was the King of Zhenxi, who was confronting the Han army.

In this way, we will understand that this marquis was just a means to win over and appease him when the Han army was attacking, and only when the Han army was defeated, the Li Tang court was afraid that he would have to free up his hands to deal with him.

I figured it out in my heart, but Liu Xi pretended to be a little confused again, hurriedly stepped forward and smiled with Ma Sanping, "I didn't expect that when Lan Ling left, I could see my father-in-law today. It was just that the word "marquis in my father-in-law" made Liu Xi confused."

Seeing that Liu Xi gave a very friendly response, Ma Sanping hurriedly smiled and patted his forehead, "Look at my memory, I just saw someone who was not good to the Marquis, so I forgot to read the imperial edict, but the Marquis and the Marquis are..."

"Some outlaws intercepted and killed Lord Shu who came to appoint him, and came to take office with a bold name."

Liu Xi said lightly, Ma Sanping, who had been in the palace for more than ten years, has long been a human being, so how could he not guess the reason? He was just involved in the murder just now, so he could only listen to Liu Xi's words and frowned in anger, "I really don't know how to live or die, I dare to do such a big thing as beheading..."

The words were sharp and full of anger.

On the other hand, Shu Youquan, who was appointed by the Li Tang court, was carried out. From then on, he became a bandit who replaced the imperial court and was killed by the wise and martial marquis.

After saying the previous sentence, Ma Sanping's face seemed to be flipping a book, and suddenly changed into a kind smile. He handed the imperial edict in his hand to Liu Xi, "Marty, it's late at night, and our family is not convenient to disturb us. The imperial edict in his hand can be regarded as completing the errand assigned by the official."

When reading the imperial edict, you need to bathe and burn incense. The ceremony is complicated, and Ma Sanping is familiar with it. How could he not understand that this midnight will only cause trouble.

After Ma Sanping said this, Liu Xi did not refuse and took the imperial edict over, "Thank you very much for your father-in-law."

Shaking his head, Ma Sanping lowered his voice and said in Liu Xi's ear, "Marty, this imperial edict is a gift from the official family, and it is extremely glorious. However, before our family left, Eunuch Zhang specifically instructed that the Marquis should repel the Xiongnu's enemy earlier to repay the holy grace."

As expected, Liu Xi was awarded only to stabilize the north and avoid Li Tang being attacked from both sides.

However, after seeing through many things, it is remembered in your heart, and there is no need to say it out loud.

Liu Xi nodded with a serious face and agreed, "The emperor's kindness is so great. How dare Liu Xi not repay him with death? Don't worry, as long as Liu Xi is here, he will never let the Huns step into the Tang Dynasty city."

Upon hearing this, Ma Sanping felt relieved, and his eyebrows were even more joyful. Obviously, his real purpose in this trip was not to read the imperial edict, but to get Liu Xi's words.

"The Marquis is loyal to serving the country. Our family will definitely report to the government. I think the government will be very happy!"

Of course, Liu Xi said a few more righteous words. Hearing Ma Sanping's eyes brighter, he thought that the purpose of this trip had been fulfilled, and he was extremely happy to think of the reward after returning to Beijing.

"The father-in-law must have worked so hard to come from afar. Liu Xi asked for a good rest. As for the Xiongnu retreating to the enemy, Liu Xi will take the lead tomorrow and take the initiative to attack and fight these barbarians back to the grassland."

"Okay, okay, okay! With the words of the Marquis, our family will feel at ease."

After saying three good things in a row, Ma Sanping was quite satisfied and headed to the inn in the city under the guidance of the scouts.

After Ma Sanping left, Liu Xi turned to Tian Xun'er and said, "It's not too early, so you can go and rest first."

Knowing that Liu Xi had something to discuss, Tian Xun'er and Wu Shuang'er were reluctant to part with each other, they still retreated. Zhang Xiaoquan smiled and scratched his head, "Young Master, Xiaoquan is going to take his leave first. It just so happens that my carriage is outside, so I can also send Saburo back."

Liu Xi nodded slightly, "Yeah, I'll look for you to talk about something tomorrow."

After the few people left, Liu Xi and Lin Yi, Ma Xiu and Xiao Wu beside him waved the imperial edict in their hands, grinned and said with a wry smile, "Let's go, let's take a look at what is written on this rag."

With a rush.

Ma Xiu shook the Qiankun fan, "I still have to ask? I, Ma Jinchao, know that it must be a kind reward for you, but I was named a marquis. If this name is too bad, you and I will go out and pretend not to know each other, so as not to lose my romantic face."

Ma Xiu's poor-mouthed nature was used again, which made Lin Yi and Xiao Wu laugh. Liu Xi could only pretend to be angry and glar at him.

Of course, the latter has long been used to it and is unheard of.

After entering the study, Liu Xi took the thin golden silk wrapped around the imperial edict and untied it. After spreading it out, he took a look and threw it into Ma Xiu's hand, "It seems that he will disappoint you."

After Ma Xiu, who had received the imperial edict, swept over and smacked his lips, "Zhenbei Hou, Zhenbei Hou, it does sound loud..."

But soon, Ma Xiu's cynical face changed drastically. Lin Yi, who was watching the imperial edict together, also frowned slowly. He subconsciously touched his waist. After he felt empty, he remembered that his wine gourd had been taken away by Lu Ruier, so he rubbed his face with both hands, "Yu Sheng, this decree is clearly a marquis, but it has surrendered your right to be in the north. It seems that Emperor Tang has been wary of you."

Xiao Wu also said in a buzzing voice, "For a long time, generals have not recognized soldiers and soldiers, and now the soldiers in Yangqu City are all fighting power in other cities, and are loyal to Yu Sheng. Such defense is extremely unfavorable."

This imperial edict named Liu Xi the Marquis of Zhenbei, but it proposed a reform of the military system, and ordered 70% of the northern part of Yangqu, Xiapi, Yecheng, Tongguan, Qianzhou, Yundu City and Hanzhou to rotate the guards.

And it is called changing troops but not changing generals, which is called increasing the combat power of soldiers and improving the skills of commanders to train troops.

More importantly, the Marquis' Mansion is located in Qianzhou.

"This Emperor Tang is also a good plan. He gave you a sweet date on the surface, but he actually knocked you a scoundrel in secret."

Holding the Qiankun fan in his hand, Ma Xiu shook it a few times, closed it again, and then shook it open again. Compared with Liu Xi, who was silent, he had more dissatisfaction.

Of course, Ma Xiu also saw Liu Xi's appearance later, and immediately curled his lips, "Look at Yusheng, you are like this, have you already had some good ideas?"

Liu Xi, who was thinking about being tragic, patted his forehead with his hand, "Once the emperor becomes suspicious, the minister will not end up being a good end. You and I understand that Emperor Tang just hasn't made any move at this moment. If the Han army retreats, I think it's not far from my time of danger."

Lin Yi hugged his body in the soft wooden chair on the side. "Since ancient times, the cunning rabbit has been cooked by the lackeys, and the birds have been kept with good bows. Moreover, the most unkind royal heavenly heir is the most unkind. In their eyes, even if it is just suspicion, it has become the reason to kill you."

Ma Xiu nodded, shook the folding fan in his hand vigorously, and then closed it again, paced back and forth for a few steps, a trace of depression flashed across his face, "In this way, it is indeed the Li Tang court who is wary of Yusheng..."

This depression is a dilemma.

If the Li Tang court really broke up with Liu Xi and confronted him with swords and guns, how should he face Princess Shurou and how should he express the long-standing passionate love hidden in his heart.

Liu Xi naturally saw this expression and couldn't help but sigh secretly. Such a situation would inevitably lead to the worst situation in the future. But then, Ma Xiu became the person Liu Xi felt the most sorry for.

But now, it is useless to say more.

After getting up, Liu Xi stretched, "Since the court wants me to be the Marquis of Zhenbei, I have to take on this responsibility. As for the military's defense change, I will make a good arrangement, but this matter is too complicated and I have to plan carefully."

For such things, the only way is to use one word.

After the war between the Han and Tang dynasties, the situation changed day by day. No one can tell what the specific appearance will be. Since this is the case, it is better to use static to control it.

The northern land is his Liu Xi's world, and the Emperor of Tang is beyond reach. Whether to rise up or continue to surrender depends on the final situation.

I just hope that Ma Xiu's marriage will be ruined.

After hearing these words, Ma Xiu, who felt all kinds of feelings in his heart, could only sigh slightly. To this day, he did not dare to think about future events.

He shook the Qiankun fan and slapped it randomly. Later, Ma Xiu closed the Qiankun fan again and inserted it into his waist, "What are you going to do with Yusheng?"

It seems that Ma Xiu turned the topic apart and could dispel the boredom in his heart.

After walking forward a few steps, Liu Xi put his hands behind his back, "Since the Huns gave Emperor Tang a headache and Liu Xi was benefactorized by the great emperor, the next thing he did was naturally to repel the invading Huns."

Lin Yi on the seat heard this and looked at Liu Xi with contempt, "You are very comfortable as a gentleman. You never care about it when you leave your apprentice aside. Now you have to rely on your apprentice to openly repair the plank road and secretly travel through Chencang. I said you want to waste time with the Li Tang court."

After being seen through by Lin Yi at first sight, Liu Xi couldn't help but smile embarrassedly, then shrugged and walked out, "What Brother Mengjue preached is that I did not do what a good teacher does, so I will check my apprentice's homework now."

Outside the house, the night was as dark as ink, and the north wind roared like a beast.

Ma Xiu and Lin Yi looked at each other, then smiled and shook their heads, followed Xiao Wu, and chased Liu Xi with great strides.
Chapter completed!