Although Han Xuwei did not come to Puyang Pass, he still sent someone to bring orders to Zhao Kuo, asking Zhao Kuo to return to Handan.

Zhao Kuo naturally had no objection to this. In addition to leaving 30,000 troops to guard Hedong County, Zhao Kuo brought the remaining Zhao army's main force and many prisoners and spoils to start a huge army.

Although Zhao Kuo was unable to achieve his ultimate goal of invading Guanzhong because Han Xuwei and others interfered this time, this does not mean that Zhao Kuo has gained nothing.

In fact, Zhao Kuo's gains were still very rich.

During this expedition, Zhao Kuo defeated Bai Qi again.

In the past two battles, Zhao Kuo in Changping was equivalent to a "premonition of the unknown" defeating Bai Qi with his historical knowledge, while the two sides did not fight in the final battle. Therefore, this battle in Yanchi was the true meaning that Zhao Kuo did not rely on any historical knowledge, but defeated Bai Qi entirely by relying on his personal military commander's ability.

This gave Zhao Kuo great confidence and made him believe it correctly - even if there was no "prediction" of the time traveler, this marquis is now a well-deserved No. 1 general in the world! In addition, the capture of Hedong County not only further established Zhao Kuo's position in the political arena of Zhao State, making Zhao Kuo's reputation once again shocked the world, but also made Qin's Hangu Pass defense line lose most of its defense, which made the situation of fighting for hegemony between Zhao and Qin a huge change.

All of this is Zhao Kuo's credit, and no one can deny it! When Zhao Kuo led his army back to Zhiyi, he accidentally met an old acquaintance.

Zhao Kuo looked at Zhou Shaofen who was exhausted in front of him and smiled: "I didn't expect it was Zhou Qing coming."

Zhou Shaofen looked equally in a good mood and said, "There is no way. Zhou is the most experienced among the nobles now. Didn't he have to come on order?"

Unlike Han Xuwei, Zhou Shaofen came with a very formal task this time, which was to establish a new ruling order belonging to Zhao State among the cities of Hedong County and Shang County that Zhao State had just obtained.

Since there were no outsiders present, Zhao Kuo and Zhou Shaofen's conversation was relatively casual and direct.

Under Zhou Shaofen's description, Zhao Kuo finally figured out the truth about the discussion against his palace.

After Zhou Shaofen finished speaking, he showed an apologetic smile: "Honey, I originally wanted to say a few words for you, but Lin Qing..." Zhao Kuo waved his hand and smiled: "This is a trivial matter.

What's more, didn't we discuss it at the beginning?

Zhou Qing, you are responsible for getting along with the scholars, which is of great use. You don’t need to expose your identity in such a small matter."

Zhou Shaofen nodded and said, "Thank you for your understanding.

By the way, what do Jun Hou have any ideas about the appointment of officials from Hedong County and Shang County this time?"

As occupied areas, Hedong County and Shang County must of course send a large number of officials to govern, and these are the opportunities for various political factions in Zhao State to take the opportunity to promote their own personnel. Of course, Zhao Kuo could not miss this opportunity.

Zhao Kuo took out a list from his arms and said, "There are 23 people here, and their important ranks have been marked on it. I believe Zhou Qing will definitely have a proper arrangement."

Zhou Shaofen respectfully took the list, glanced briefly and smiled: "Please rest assured, Zhou must have done this matter beautifully.

By the way, Jun Hou, is the number of twenty-three people smaller?"

Zhao Kuo smiled and said, "There are quite a lot. Don't Zhou Qing need to arrange some of his own people?"

Zhou Shaofen was stunned for a moment, then showed a grateful expression and said, "Thank you for your fulfillment."

Zhao Kuo asked, "By the way, who are the governors of Hedong County and Shang County this time?"

Zhou Shaofen said: "The Qin State ceded only part of Shangjun, so the decision after discussion in Handan was to transfer the Shangjun city that was ceded by Qin State into Jiuyuan County and Yunzhong County of our Great Zhao for management, and then make a new division after the Shangjun is completely occupied in the future.

As for the candidate for the county magistrate of Hedong County, Zhou took the liberty to recommend Zhou's younger brother Zhou Shaoliang to the Empress Dowager, and he has already received the approval from the Empress Dowager."

Zhao Kuo raised his eyebrows in surprise, glanced at Zhou Shaofen, and then laughed: "This is good news."

Judging from the fact that Zhou Shaofen's power was also promoted, the young empress dowager actually did not completely trust Han Xuwei 100%.

Zhou Shaofen rubbed his hands and said with a giggle: "Please don't worry, my younger brother is also a person who knows the situation and will never miss you the big matter!"

Zhao Kuo thought for a while and smiled, "If this is the case, then there is one thing you can talk to Zhou Qing."

Zhou Shaofen hurriedly said, "You are just waiting."

Zhao Kuo said: "The Qin State and I have reached a preliminary agreement. Soon the ginseng trade route between Qin and Zhao will be opened. At that time, this route will inevitably pass through Hedong County. Since Zhou Qing's younger brother is the new county magistrate of Hedong County, there will be a lot of work in the future.

Of course, the Zhou family should definitely get a lot."

Zhou Shaofen's eyes lit up when he heard this and he immediately laughed: "This is the best, I will let him do a confidentiality job."

After everything was negotiated, the smiles of the two became more and more pleasant.

Zhao Kuo coughed and said, "Okay, Zhou Qing, since everything is done, let's go to the final part next."

A moment later, there were extremely fierce quarrels coming from the tent.

The quarrel lasted for half an hour. Then Zhou Shaofen looked as if it was ashen, and a shoe print on his face was extremely embarrassed and rolled out of Zhao Kuo's handsome tent. He said viciously to the entourage waiting and stunned, "What else can I see?"

Let's go, go right now!"

Therefore, the news that "Zhou Shaofen and Zhao Kuo had a big fight because of the disagreement of official positions in Hedong County and Shangjun County was beaten up by Zhao Kuo" was naturally spread to the desks of the ministers and officials of various Zhao countries through many eyewitnesses.

After more than half a month of march, Zhao Kuo finally returned to Handan City with his army.

On this day, Handan City was extremely lively. The roads outside the city were already crowded with people. Countless people from Zhao gathered here excitedly to cheer to this triumphant army.

"Wu Xinjun, Wan Sheng!"

"Big Zhao Wansheng!"

"Big Zhao is the best in the world!"

There were countless young girls standing on the railings and facing each other on the street, staring at Zhao Kuo, who was standing tall on the chariot of the general, with affectionate eyes. His heart was beating straight, longing for the gaze and infatuation from Wu Xinjun.

Looking at the crowded scene, Zhao Kuo couldn't help but smile.

What is human heart?

This is the heart of the people! After a long parade, Zhao Kuo's carriage finally arrived in front of the palace gate of Zhao State.
Chapter completed!