Chen Xi did not care about Jiang Bin anymore. He felt that an invisible force was driving the course of history, and it was not his own power that could be changed.

It seems that many things are destined. He cannot do things in violation of historical laws. In his opinion, perhaps only by following the trend of history can one complete a smooth transition and his life will not change much.

Chen Xi followed Wang Shouren to the camp and saw the dragon flag dancing from afar. After approaching, Zhu Houzhao had already taken Lu Wan and other ministers out of the camp gate.

Originally, Zhu Houzhao only had to stay in the camp and wait for the reception of Chen Xi, but now he took the initiative to welcome him, which was the emperor's greatest respect for his ministers.

Chen Xi had to get off the horse very far away and walked forward all the way.

The flags fluttered in the wind, but Chen Xi didn't feel much of agitation. At least he didn't think the meaning of this meeting was so important.

As he met the emperor and his ministers, Zhu Houzhao quickly walked forward. When the emperor and his ministers looked at each other, Zhu Houzhao did not show much excitement, but his face was already smiling.

"I Chenxi, see Your Majesty."

Zhu Houzhao did not stop and wait for Chen Xi to come forward to worship, and walked directly to Chen Xi. In this way, Chen Xi could only bow down and bow his hands to salute.

Zhu Houzhao laughed: "Chen Qing family, you finally came back from the grassland. We have been separated for almost half a year, right? Who would have thought that others were not optimistic about the war? We won, haha."

Zhu Houzhao's joy was beyond words, and he seemed willing to associate himself with Chen Xi. The name no longer uses "I" but "we".

Chen Xi saluted: "I failed to complete the task entrusted by Your Majesty, and killed the rebel leader of the grassland, Batumonk, and even his eldest son Tuluborot was on the run. However, I held a meeting of the Khans's troops on the grassland with His Majesty's power and reselected a new Khan. Now, the new Khan and his Hatun have been brought to His Majesty's tent."

"Is that so interesting."

Zhu Houzhao said with a smile, "But the Chen Qing family, let's not hurry up and talk about the Khan of the Grassland and his Hatun. I really want to know what you have experienced on the Grassland. Why don't we go to the camp and say slowly, tell me how the war happened?"

Obviously, the emperor was not enthusiastic about things outside the battlefield. As for whom he would be the Khan on the grassland, it had nothing to do with him. So when Chen Xi submitted a request to enthrone the Khan, Zhu Houzhao directly delegated power to Chen Xi. The only thing Zhu Houzhao cared about was his own face. This kind of glory can only be obtained on the battlefield. As long as he could win a battle, he could obey Chen Xi's arrangements.

Zhu Houzhao stepped forward and pulled Chen Xi to the camp. Lu Wan quickly reminded: "Your Majesty, this triumphal ceremony has not been completed yet, and the soldiers have not yet met."

"Um?"

Zhu Houzhao was stunned and suddenly realized that he had only seen Chen Xi. This time, the celebration was too shabby, and the grand scene he expected was not shown at all.

Chen Xi also said, "Your Majesty, I have brought the soldiers back to Zhangjiakou. Please give me a visit."

Zhu Houzhao hesitated and stammered: "This... Since the Chen Qing family has brought people, I don't see you, it is indeed not suitable. After all, they fought bloody battles on the front line and made great achievements for the Ming Dynasty... Well, I will let them come and meet again, and then hold a celebration banquet, and I will be the host and invite them to drink!"

In the way Zhu Houzhao spoke, Lu Wan and other court officials were a little dissatisfied, but they did not force it. After all, it was not easy to see the emperor now. Since Zhu Houzhao ascended the throne, the court has been in a state where ministers solve the problems themselves. It has become a normal state for the emperor to only care about the affairs of the court.

Chen Xi asked for instructions: "Your Majesty, have you heard of the Triumph soldiers?"

Zhu Houzhao nodded: "Since that's the case, let's talk about the meritorious soldiers... let them come over. I want to see how powerful the most elite officers and soldiers of the Ming Dynasty are!"

Lu Wan once again reminded: "Your Majesty, the meritorious soldiers are still out now, and you have not returned to the city yet, so you should summon the generals first. As for the soldiers, you can hold a triumphal ceremony when entering the city."

Zhu Houzhao frowned: "What do you mean? Lu Qing's family, do you think I need to be on guard against my own soldiers?"

"this……"

Lu Wan didn't expect Zhu Houzhao to say so directly. Even if the people below do think so, you can't say it in front of Chen Xi!

Chen Xi didn't think so. As he understood, Zhu Houzhao could not think so much. He was a little naughty, but he was generous and basically did not doubt his employing people.

Zhu Houzhao is honest, which is a rare emperor since ancient times.

Seeing Lu Wan's face full of embarrassment, Chen Xi had to stand up and speak, asking for instructions: "Your Majesty, although the Tatars are now defeated, the remnants are still stuck outside. You might as well let the soldiers stay on the periphery and protect Your Majesty's hunting. Let the meritorious generals come to see you first... Please forgive me for your kindness."

Zhu Houzhao nodded: "It's still the Chen Qing family who thinks carefully. It's true that Batumonk and his eldest son are not dead. It's really a huge safety hazard... I'm out hunting, what if they attack?"

After hearing this, Lu Wan and others couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief. They were more careful about Chen Xi than Batumonk. At this time, they were dealing with the relationship between Chen Xi and Zhu Houzhao from the standpoint of "loyalty to the king and the country". As for whether this was appropriate, it was not within their consideration.

Chen Xi asked again: "Your Majesty, since the hidden dangers have not been eliminated, please return to Zhangjiakou Fort earlier after hunting, and try not to spend the night outside the city."

Zhu Houzhao waved his hand: "No need. I came out to hunt and was in a good mood. Wouldn't it be a disappointment to go back like this? Since Chen Qing's family is here, I believe that those Tartars cannot be unaware of their appearance and come out to seek death. Now the north of the pass is also my land. I am hunting in my own place. Do I still need to be wary of thieves in the backyard?"

This kind of demeanor is very emperor-like, but Chen Xi felt that Zhu Houzhao was not clear about the truth, at least he did not know how to judge the situation... Your ministers were all guarding against me. Even if you, the emperor, would still respect the minister's reminder. I mentioned the incident about the coming of the Tatars. You can take the opportunity to go down the steps, why do you have to persist? Wherever you want to go to hunt, you have to stay in a place north of the Passage without defense?

Zhu Houzhao waved his hand: "Send the order, let the meritorious generals come to see you. I will hunt with the Chen Qing family later. Chen Qing family, I want to invite you to see the tigers hunted today..."

Emperor Zhengde was extremely intimate with Chen Xi, just like he was in the Eastern Palace, and he was devoted to admiring Mr. Chen Xi. Although the two were only a few years apart, Zhu Houzhao always treated himself as a junior.

When the younger generation meets the elders, although they will not be humble because of the difference between the king and the minister, the most basic respect can be guaranteed. Zhu Hou treats people with sincerity and fully demonstrates his attitude towards Chen Xi.

After entering the camp, Zhu Houzhao looked like an innocent boy, telling his feat of hunting tigers. Although the stories he told had many fabricated elements, Zhu Houzhao was very interested. As he spoke, he even believed that it was the prey he killed with his own hands.

"...At that time, there were people hunting tigers with me, and that was him, named Jiang Bin, who was the assistant commander of Weizhou Guard. Although he was not very strong, he was brave. I have issued an order to transfer him to my side to do things. Jiang Bin, come and see Shangshu Chen of the Ministry of War..."

Zhu Houzhao actually introduced an ordinary guard to Chen Xi, which was a great honor for Jiang Bin.

Jiang Bin had no experience in power. He could see the legendary invincible Chen Xi just after he emerged. He was very excited and knelt down and kowtowed when he was close to him: "See Your Majesty, see Lord Shen."

"Haha, look at your humble look, you don't look like a tiger-beating warrior? I don't know why you kid had the courage to rush out at that time. If someone else was afraid that his legs would be weak, wouldn't it?"

Zhu Houzhao said with a smile. Someone had already brought the tiger over. Zhu Houzhao pointed and said, "It was this white-headed tiger with white eyes. At that time, I didn't expect that I would see such a ferocious beast in such a place. I am still the king of beasts. Haha, I am still the heroic. How about eating tiger meat and drinking tiger bone soup with Chen Qing's family at night?"

Chen Xi's face did not change much, and he saluted slightly to express his gratitude to Zhu Houzhao for his gift.

While speaking, someone came over again. This time it was Qian Ning and others. Zhu Houzhao did not express contempt for these people. After all, he knew that he had to rely on these people to protect him now.

"Let's go inside and talk. I've just set up camp. If I hadn't known that Mr. Chen, you're coming, I might have hunted for a while. How about Mr. Chen and I go hunting with me after seeing the meritorious soldiers?"

After Zhu Houzhao finished speaking, she suddenly found that Jiang Bin was still kneeling. She raised her hand and said, "Get up, kneeling on the ground doesn't bother you, and you're here to serve me."

Zhu Houzhao was able to distinguish between relatives and distant people at this time, and was very intimate with Chen Xi, and was somewhat wary of the guards, while Jiang Bin, who had just met less than two hours ago, had a lot of trust.

Jiang Bin stood up and followed Zhu Houzhao with his waist bent. He was able to serve Zhu Houzhao closely, which made many people present look jealous and resentful.

But these people had no choice. After all, this was the guard appointed by Zhu Houzhao. At this moment, Zhu Houzhao was still talking to Chen Xi. It would be difficult for others to go over and interrupt, let alone questioning whether it is appropriate for Zhu Houzhao to keep Jiang Bin by her side.

"...I'll go back to the city early tomorrow morning. I plan to stay in Zhangjiakou for a few more days and arrange the northwest defense. From then on, the nine sides will no longer focus on defense. I think so. It's the norm to make it a normal for troops to patrol on the grassland, and even establish a garrison on the grassland. What does Mr. Chen think?"

Zhu Houzhao suggested excitedly.

You should know that Zhu Houzhao was addicted to eating, drinking and having fun at such a young age, but because of the assistance of a wise minister like Chen Xi, he actually achieved the achievements of a celebrity for all ages. At this moment, he actually learned from the wise kings of all ages and began to guide the country, just as all these achievements were achieved by him.

In Zhu Houzhao's earnest gaze, Chen Xi did not want to undermine Zhu Houzhao's self-confidence. Moreover, Zhu Houzhao said that the idea of ​​patrolling the grassland and increasing the idea of ​​the garrison was actually possible. Although Chen Xi also felt that this idea was almost empty talk.

Chen Xi saluted respectfully: "Your Majesty has a good idea. You might as well wait until you return to the capital before discussing it slowly."

Zhu Houzhao smiled and said, "That's right, when we go back, our monarch and ministers plan well and must come up with a perfect plan. Of course, we don't have to hurry up and do things. I also want to listen to opinions from all parties. After all, a monarch needs to adopt the strengths of a hundred schools of thought and cannot be limited to one corner."

Chen Xi could only respond to what Zhu Houzhao said with a smile. He knew very well that he was talking lively now. If he really wanted to go back to Beijing, Zhu Houzhao would probably hide in the leopard room again. It would be difficult for the ministers to meet him, let alone discuss the matter.

But for a powerful minister, the emperor ignored the government and it was a good thing. Chen Xi thought to himself: "It is simply unrealistic to expect the people in power in this era to take the initiative to stand up and change society. Although from a certain perspective, it is indeed inappropriate to bypass the emperor and do things, but for the prosperity of the Ming Dynasty and for China to stand on the top of the world earlier, I have to do some unconventional means."

Zhu Houzhao seemed very excited. After entering the imperial tent, she stretched out her hand and said, "Mr. Chen, sit down and talk. It's been a long time since we saw each other. Especially this war has been full of twists and turns. I really want to hear your story... How did this war win? I have always been very strange. Are the Tartars so unbearable? But why did they act so bravely in Zhangjiakou Fort?"

"The Tartars are several times more troops than Mr. Chen's command, and their morale is high. Why did they encounter an unprecedented defeat in Yuxi River? Even the Khan Court was thrown to Mr. Chen? Could it be that you have the blessing of God and the means to turn the world around?"

Chen Xi then realized that Zhu Houzhao had no idea about the details of the war that day. The problem was that Yansui had already sorted out the situation and reported it.

"It seems that people who are monarchs only care about the results, and as for what the process is, it doesn't make any sense to them."

When Chen Xi thought of this, he said seriously: "It's a long story. Today, Your Majesty summoned the meritorious soldiers and carried out the matter of asking for rewards on merit. Please complete the matter of asking for rewards."

Zhu Houzhao nodded. He didn't care about anything like military merit rewards. He hoped to let Chen Xi tell him everything that happened after the war and relieve his long-term confusion. But now Shen Xi proposed to ask for rewards on merit, so he could only nod and agree.

For Lu Wan, Wang Chang and others next to him, they felt that Chen Xi was inappropriate to do this.

As a minister, you should not take the initiative to ask for credit for your soldiers. In the end, the army is fighting bravely to fight against the enemy to serve the king. How can you, as a commander of the army, be usurping?

Are these people your subordinates or your Majesty’s subjects?

Chen Xi didn't think so, because he knew one thing clearly, that is, if he didn't mention it, he would expect Zhu Houzhao to say it. Maybe when he had to wait for an emperor who was unreliable to do things, many things were realistic only if he took the initiative to do it.

The emperor was not in charge of the matter, so he, as a minister, could not stand by. As for what others thought, he didn't care so much.

...

...

When Hu Songyue and other generals arrived, Chen Xi finally finished the list of credits. In addition, Zhu Houzhao also asked about some things.

Although Chen Xi did not tell the details, since he had time, he had to answer some questions raised by the emperor. In this way, Zhu Houzhao knew the general situation of the war that day. However, there were many untrue stories about Chen Xi, and it cannot be said that he had planned this military operation long ago. He had to say that he would eventually survive by chance.

Zhu Houzhao had already blamed himself for the mistake of dispatching troops. When he found that Chen Xi's face was not so good-looking, he stopped asking more questions, so as not to be blamed by Chen Xi for being foolish and incompetent.

Finally, Hu Songyue and other generals arrived at the camp where the imperial carriage was located.

Zhu Houzhao was about to go out to greet him, but Xiao Tiaozi went over and said in his ear. Then Zhu Houzhao nodded and sat down again.

As an emperor, in order to show respect for meritorious soldiers, you can go out to welcome them, but you also have to distinguish between people and occasions.

Just now, when Chen Xi came, Zhu Houzhao went out to welcome him, which showed absolute courtesy. But now, even if Zhu Houzhao didn't come out to greet him personally, he could still show this courtesy. In terms of courtesy, the difference between Chen Xi and his subordinates must be distinguished.

After the news of the news, more than a dozen generals including Hu Songyue, Liu Xu, Ma Jiu, Jing Yue entered the imperial tent. Although they were still wearing armor at this time, their swords and waist swords had been removed.

When they entered the camp, they saw the boy wearing yellow robe. Most people were not sure whether he was really the emperor for a while.

If you kneel wrong, things will be very important.

Xiao Tiaozi said loudly: "Your Majesty has an order, and all the generals will meet you."

Hu Songyue and others then confirmed that the emperor was right in front of them, so they knelt down on one knee and bowed with fists. After all, they had practiced in advance. They were familiar with it and said respectfully: "I will meet your Majesty."

Zhu Houzhao laughed: "Okay, when you see the generals' demeanor, you will know that they are different. There are only one million soldiers on the nine sides who can kill the Tartars without leaving any armor. I feel so relieved."

Suddenly seeing so many generals, Zhu Houzhao was obviously not mentally prepared, and what he said was a temporary thought. However, Zhu Houzhao had experienced different occasions and was not surprised to change and could speak out. Fortunately, these people in front of him were not scholars. When they heard the emperor's words, they would not care what the king said. As long as they roughly heard that they were praising themselves, a huge sense of honor arose.

"Serve Your Majesty and be loyal to the Ming Dynasty!"

These generals shouted together according to the previous preview.
To be continued...