Chapter 169: Bestowed as [Marquis of Champion]! Bestowed as Third Rank Noble Lady!

Inside the Fengtian Hall!

At this moment, the gazes of the civil and military officials also fell on Zhu Biao.

And after hearing Zhu Yuanzhang's words.

Zhu Biao revealed a gentle smile and stood out immediately.

The moment his gaze met Zhu Yuanzhang's, he paused for a moment, thinking for a moment.

Immediately following.

Zhu Biao's expression became serious, and he said immediately: "Since Father Emperor has let your son decide, then your son will not be polite."

"You brat, when have you ever been polite with me?"

Zhu Yuanzhang laughed heartily, the wrinkles on his face smoothing out because of this smile. He waved his large hand, that heroic action fully displaying his imperial demeanor.

This intimate attitude between father and son made the surrounding officials feel emotional. Such a harmonious atmosphere is not something ordinary emperor fathers and sons can possess; this is undoubtedly a special honor that only Zhu Biao can obtain.

"In the past, the reason your son bestowed the title of 【Champion】 upon Zhu Ying!"

Zhu Biao's expression was serious, his gaze slowly sweeping across the officials in the court, slightly serious: "Firstly, it is because his performance on the Liaodong battlefield was bright enough, leading our soldiers to fight bravely, charging at the front, and promoting the military prestige of our Great Ming."

"Secondly, it is because he is young and promising, just like the former Marquis of Champion Huo Qubing, brave and fearless, wise and courageous."

"What your son thinks in his heart is to let our Great Ming also have a Marquis of Champion, in this prosperous age, to display the excellent style of our Great Ming military generals."

Zhu Biao's expression was serious, his words filled with anticipation.

"After this battle, Zhu Ying did not disappoint your son, and even more did not disappoint Father Emperor."

Zhu Biao raised his head slightly, his eyes full of praise: "He is indeed worthy of this title of 【Champion】."

"So..." Zhu Biao paused slightly, took a deep breath, his gaze sweeping across the officials in the court, and then continued with an unquestionable, indisputable tone: "I want to promote the Marquis of Champion's title to 【Marquis of Champion】."

"Our Great Ming must also have a Marquis of Champion."

"I believe that Zhu Ying, promoted to Marquis of Champion, will definitely be able to carry this title."

"And even more be able to inherit the legacy of the former Han Huo Qubing, displaying the military prestige of the Han family."

Zhu Biao's voice fell.

The officials in the court were also shocked.

Marquis of Champion, Marquis of Champion.

A difference of one word.

But it is a world of difference.

If he really gets a title of Marquis, even if it is not a hereditary Marquis title.

Then Zhu Ying is also the person with the fastest title promotion since the founding of Great Ming, under twenty years old, a Marquis?

This is also really like the promotion of the former Marquis of Champion Huo Qubing!

At this moment.

The court was silent.

Everyone knows that in the Warring States period, the name of Wu'an Jun was the lifelong pursuit of military generals.

However!

After the establishment of the Han Dynasty, Huo Qubing emerged, the name of Marquis of Champion shook the world, and the feat of sealing Langjuxu made later military generals yearn for it, becoming their lifelong goal.

The title of Marquis of Champion carries the supreme glory and dream of military generals.

When Zhu Biao bestowed the name Champion upon Zhu Ying in the past, if it were an ordinary military general, perhaps he would really be unable to bear this title, after all, it carries too much weight.

But now Zhu Ying, relying on his brilliant battle contributions, carries this title, which is truly well-deserved.

"Marquis of Champion!"

These three words, spoken from Zhu Biao's mouth, seemed to carry the power of a thousand jun, echoing in the court for a long time.

Although Zhu Ying has not sealed Langjuxu like Huo Qubing, this time he head-on defeated the Mongol iron cavalry that had swept across the world for hundreds of years, which is undoubtedly a great achievement recorded in history.

"Father Emperor, what do you think?"

Zhu Biao bowed slightly, a humble smile on his face, casting his gaze toward Zhu Yuanzhang on the dragon throne.

"What Biao'er said is absolutely true."

Zhu Yuanzhang was full of smiles, his eyes full of praise for Zhu Biao: "Our Great Ming indeed needs a Marquis of Champion."

At this moment.

Zhu Yuanzhang's majestic voice echoed in the Fengtian Hall, expressing his support for Zhu Biao.

"Besides this, Zhu Ying's wife should also be granted grace and promotion to match the title of Marquis of Champion."

Zhu Biao spoke again: "Your son proposes to bestow upon Zhu Ying's wife the title of Third Rank Noble Lady, and bestow servants, gold, silver, jade, etc., to display the vastness of Imperial grace."

"Granted." Zhu Yuanzhang waved his large hand, his movements decisive and crisp, without the slightest hesitation, directly agreeing to Zhu Biao's proposal.

It was also at this moment.

The civil and military officials also echoed one after another: "Your Majesty is wise, the Crown Prince is wise!"

Promoted to Marquis of Champion, although not directly granted a hereditary Marquis title.

But.

This hereditary Marquis title is just a matter of time.

This time Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and agreed, and the battle contribution was brilliant, who would dare to oppose it?

And at this moment!

"Your Majesty, Crown Prince."

Fu Youde stepped out and reported loudly.

"What proposal does Fu Qing have?" Zhu Yuanzhang lowered his head slightly, looking at Fu Youde.

"The name of the Mongol iron cavalry being unparalleled in the world has been broken by our Great Ming. Your subject believes that it should be announced to the world, letting the people of our Great Ming know the results of this great victory in the Northern Expedition."

Fu Youde's eyes were bright, his expression passionate: "This will definitely inspire the people, improve the people's recognition of Great Ming, and shape the backbone of our Great Ming Han family."

"Great Ming iron cavalry, the best in the world!"

As a general.

Fu Youde knew very well what this battle result could bring to Great Ming.

As soon as these words fell.

As the Minister of War, Tang Duo thought for a moment, then stepped forward and said immediately: "I second the Duke of Ying's proposal!"

"In the past, the recovery of Liaodong convinced the people, displaying the vast grace of the Emperor and the Crown Prince, making our Great Ming's foundation stable and the people's hearts united."

"This time, defeating the Mongol iron cavalry further displays the military virtue of our Great Ming."

"Through this battle, we can tell the people of the world that our Great Ming's military virtue is abundant, can protect the people of the world, no longer suffer from the bullying of foreign tribes, and can wash away the shame of the former foreign iron cavalry entering the Central Plains, killing several birds with one stone."

Tang Duo's words were earnest, his tone firm, standing with his hands folded, expressing his views to Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao.

Hearing this.

Zhu Yuanzhang squinted his eyes slightly, his aged face carrying a bit of contemplation, as if weighing the pros and cons.

Although neither Fu Youde nor Tang Duo stated it clearly.

But if it were really announced to the world, there would be two ways for Zhu Yuanzhang to announce it.

One.

Directly announce the battle result of defeating the Northern Yuan iron cavalry.

Two.

Completely announce the battle result of Zhu Ying leading the army to defeat the Northern Yuan iron cavalry.

The significance of this is naturally different.

"What Fu Qing and Tang Qing said is reasonable."

Zhu Yuanzhang spoke slowly, glanced at Fu Youde and Tang Duo, and then looked at Zhu Biao, "What does the Crown Prince think?"

He handed the decision-making power to Zhu Biao.

After all, this time announcing to the world, the name of the Great Ming iron cavalry will resound in all directions, and it is still stepping on the "corpses" of the Mongol iron cavalry.

At the same time.

If it is completely announced.

This will also make Zhu Ying's fame even greater.

For a subject to have too much fame is not a good thing for an emperor.

However, thinking that the future belongs to Zhu Biao, Zhu Yuanzhang still handed the decision-making power to Zhu Biao.

"Father Emperor, your son thinks that such a great victory should be known to the world."

Zhu Biao's expression was solemn, his tone firm: "Just as the Duke of Ying and Minister Tang said."

"This time, announce the battle result of defeating the Northern Yuan Mongol iron cavalry."

"Firstly, it can inspire the people of our Great Ming to recognize the orthodoxy of our Great Ming, making the people proud to be citizens of Great Ming."

"Secondly, your son believes that our Great Ming indeed needs a young military general to rectify our Great Ming army and inspire the combat power and fighting spirit of our Great Ming army."

"The Marquis of Champion, having carried this title and made this contribution, should let the people of the world know this achievement."

"I believe that with the announcement of the Marquis of Champion's achievements, it will definitely inspire the people of our Great Ming and will inspire countless young people to serve Great Ming."

"And the soldiers in the army, knowing that the Marquis of Champion is young and promising with brilliant battle results, will definitely be even braver."

"Killing several birds with one stone."

Zhu Biao's expression was serious, his voice resonant, echoing in the court.

Hearing Zhu Biao's words.

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded slightly, but a deep meaning flashed in his eyes that was hard to detect, his old eyes staring at Zhu Biao: "Crown Prince, have you thought clearly? This matter is not small!"

Regarding this!

Zhu Biao's expression was firm, without any hesitation, nodding heavily: "Your son has thought clearly."

As the Crown Prince of the country, Zhu Biao naturally keeps his word.

Looking at Zhu Biao's firm appearance, it seems that he has recognized Zhu Ying's contribution and wants to completely lift Zhu Ying up to become the leader of the new military generals of Great Ming in the future.

"Zhu Ying."

"Fame."

"I don't know if Biao'er's choice this time is right or wrong."

Zhu Yuanzhang thought to himself.

But just hesitated for a moment.

Might as well, and said no more.

After all, the future world belongs to Zhu Biao, and Zhu Ying is also a subject that Zhu Biao values in the future.

This time, truly lifting Zhu Ying up and letting him have fame that resounds throughout the world, the decision for all this still lies with Zhu Biao.

"Since so, pass on my edict."

Zhu Yuanzhang spoke immediately, carrying unquestionable majesty.

Hearing this, the civil and military officials all looked at Zhu Yuanzhang in the high position respectfully, with indescribable feelings.

In the eyes of these officials, there was calmness, indifference, but also many hidden worries.

"Announce to the world the great victory that the Northern Yuan iron cavalry was annihilated by our Great Ming's Marquis of Champion Zhu Ying leading the cavalry!"

"Let the people of our Great Ming know the victory of the great victory and inspire the people."

Zhu Yuanzhang's voice was resonant, echoing in the hall.

Filled with majesty.

"Your Majesty is wise."

With the imperial edict issued, the officials shouted in unison.

With this edict set, the Hall Academician recording the imperial words on the side of the court immediately picked up a pen, dipped it in ink, and quickly recorded Zhu Yuanzhang's edict.

But today's court, after the court session ended, the precursor to the issuance of this edict will definitely not subside so easily.

After this edict spreads, it will definitely cause a stormy sea and shock the entire Great Ming.

"Reporting to Your Majesty, what is inside this box is the head of the Northern Yuan Grand General Guili Chi personally beheaded by the Marquis of Champion."

At this time.

The urgent report soldier in the hall was finally able to speak, pointing respectfully to the boxes held by the two urgent report soldiers behind him: "This sword is Guili Chi's personal sword."

The two urgent report soldiers holding the boxes also respectfully held the boxes with both hands, not daring to breathe.

"Northern Yuan Grand General, Guili Chi."

Zhu Yuanzhang looked over, his gaze as calm as water, without any ripples: "Find a place to bury it!"

His tone was flat, obviously this Guili Chi was not enough to make him think more.

Just a mere Northern Yuan Grand General.

Compared to the former Nahachu, he was even worse.

With the settlement of this great victory.

The court session continued.

Time passed quietly.

The court session finally dispersed.

Outside the Fengtian Hall!

The civil and military officials in the court walked out in groups of three or two, leaving the palace.

However, many officials were not calm.

Their faces carried various complex expressions, some solemn, some whispering to each other.

"Minister Tang, what is your view on this imperial edict announced to the world?"

Lv Ben took small steps, quickly walked to Tang Duo, and asked with a seemingly gentle smile on his face.

"The holy will of the Emperor and the Crown Prince, as a subject, naturally agrees."

Tang Duo bowed slightly and replied with a smile: "Although our Great Ming has been founded for more than twenty years, the people of Great Ming are ultimately somewhat afraid of the Mongols and the Yuan court."

"The Mongol iron cavalry, unparalleled in the world, in the past they also broke through our Huaxia's national gate with iron cavalry."

"But this great victory in the Northern Expedition, defeating the Northern Yuan iron cavalry, the significance of this is naturally self-evident."

"Once this announcement is issued, it will be enough to inspire the people, completely wash away the fear of the Yuan court, and increase the people's recognition of Great Ming."

"This is naturally a good thing."

Tang Duo said while nodding slightly.

His words carried the meaning of pretending to be confused while knowing the truth.

Being able to become one of the six ministers is enough to prove his ability and deep thoughts.

Even as fellow officials in the same hall, they naturally guard against each other, how could they easily reveal their true thoughts.

And regarding Tang Duo's answer, Lv Ben smiled slightly and did not show any impatience: "Minister Tang, you know that what I am asking is not this."

Hearing this.

The smile on Tang Duo's face did not change, and he said meaningfully: "Minister Lv wants to talk about the Marquis of Champion, right?"

"Minister Tang naturally understands."

Lv Ben leaned slightly closer to Tang Duo, lowered his voice, and said gloomily: "The future court, the future court, the future army, is no longer dominated by Huaixi!"

"It seems Minister Lv has ideas in his heart." Tang Duo smiled, his eyes revealing the light of insight, seeing through but not pointing out.

"This inquiry is actually to want to know more about the Marquis of Champion. Minister Tang is in charge of the Ministry of War, so he should know more."

"I wonder if Minister Tang is willing to tell me?"

Lv Ben's expression became slightly serious, carrying a deep meaning, and asked in a low voice.

And Tang Duo looked at Lv Ben, shook his head lightly, with a helpless smile on his face: "Minister Lv! I am already old, and I won't be an official for many more years. Minister Lv doesn't need to go through me to know these things."

"This great victory in the Northern Expedition, the Ministry of War still has many things to do, so I will take my leave first."

Saying this.

Tang Duo bowed to Lv Ben, with a faint smile on his face, and walked away with big strides.

Looking at Tang Duo's back, Lv Ben did not call out to keep him.

Although Tang Duo did not answer anything, the meaning between the two in their conversation was already very clear.

"Zhu Ying, Marquis of Champion."

"With such support from the Crown Prince, as long as he is won over, Yunwen can get an arm in the army. Absolutely must not waste the opportunity."

"And, this Zhu Ying's relationship with Huaixi is not good."

"Obviously, he is a natural object for Yunwen to win over."

Lv Ben thought to himself, a firmness flashing in his eyes, obviously having ideas.

Of course.

At this moment, it was not just Lv Ben who had ideas.

As the court session dispersed, the officials also discussed the great victory of the Northern Expedition defeating the Yuan cavalry.

And regarding Zhu Ying, who will become famous throughout the world following the imperial edict, this is naturally in their consideration.

Everyone knows clearly that the name of Marquis of Champion declares a unique position in the army.

After this announcement, it will push Zhu Ying's prestige to an unimaginable level.

It can be said that as long as Zhu Ying does not rebel in the future, this prestige is a death-free gold medal belonging to Zhu Ying.

Inside the Wenyuan Pavilion! 【183】 "Biao'er, have you really thought clearly?"

"Biao'er, have you truly thought this through?"

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Zhu Biao with a serious face, his eyes revealing concern and worry: "This seal has been stamped, and after it is sent to the Ministry of Rites, there will be no room for regret."

During the conversation.

Under the peripheral vision.

Spread out on the table is the imperial edict that Zhu Yuanzhang decided to announce to the world in the court earlier.

At this moment, just need to stamp the seal and send it to the Ministry of Rites, and it can be announced to the world.

Looking at Zhu Yuanzhang's serious appearance, Zhu Biao revealed a confident smile and walked forward directly.

Without the slightest hesitation.

Zhu Biao decisively picked up the jade seal from the box where the jade seal was placed, and held the jade seal in his hand without any scruples.

The Crown Prince holding the jade seal?

And still in front of the Emperor.

If this were given to an emperor prone to suspicion, there would definitely be thoughts.

But for Zhu Yuanzhang and his son, it simply does not exist.

Zhu Biao held the jade seal steadily with both hands, and stamped the seal forcefully on this imperial edict.

With a "thud," the seal was stamped directly, and the imperial edict was completed.

Seeing this, Zhu Yuanzhang couldn't help but shake his head and smile bitterly: "You brat, you really are..."

In his words, there was a trace of helplessness, but also trust and doting on Zhu Biao.

"Father, since I chose to give Zhu Ying the infinite glory of the Marquis of Champion, then I am not afraid that he will be out of control."

Zhu Biao said with a smile.

His voice paused.

Zhu Biao's eyes revealed a strange trust: "From what he has shown so far, I believe I will not misjudge the person."

"You gave him the title of Champion, which is the most noble pursuit for a military general, and now with the announcement to further promote his name, this is giving him fame that will spread throughout the world."

Zhu Yuanzhang sighed slightly, the wrinkles on his face seeming to deepen a few points: "Biao'er, human hearts are unpredictable, people will change."

"I am really worried that you will raise an uncontrollable military general."

Zhu Yuanzhang's tone was full of worry. As an emperor, he knew deeply the hidden dangers that could be brought by a subject having too much power.

"Father, don't think too much."

Zhu Biao smiled and comforted Zhu Yuanzhang, his smile carrying confidence: "My way of using people is to use them without suspicion, and not to use those I suspect."

"Furthermore."

"Marquis of Champion. It was originally carrying endless fame."

"This announcement to the world is just icing on the cake for this fame."

"The impact is not big."

Zhu Biao smiled, very firm in his judgment.

"This time, because of this announcement, after the court session, those officials will definitely explode after going back."

"Such a special honor, except for your father-in-law and your uncles Xu Da and Tang He, I have never given it to anyone."

"Announcing to the world to commend battle contributions, this is not something that can be compared to promotion and title."

"This is giving him a death-free gold medal."

"I hope he will not fail your good intentions in the future, Biao'er."

Zhu Yuanzhang sighed again, full of emotion, but let Zhu Biao go.

In fact!

If it weren't for Zhu Biao speaking and agreeing to this proposal of announcement, Zhu Yuanzhang would definitely not have approved the report of Fu Youde and Tang Duo.

Even if he really wanted to announce the matter of head-on defeating the Northern Yuan iron cavalry to the world, to rectify the prestige of Great Ming and make the people of the world more identify with Great Ming, he would not have added Zhu Ying to the announcement.

After all, Zhu Yuanzhang is also a person with no small amount of suspicion, and he has always been guarding against his subjects.

"Father, now that the Northern Expedition has won a great victory and severely damaged the Northern Yuan, this is a happy thing, don't think too much."

Zhu Biao smiled and persuaded Zhu Yuanzhang, trying to let him put down the worries in his heart: "The Northern Yuan's one hundred thousand iron cavalry has been defeated, perhaps within half a year, the Northern Expedition can achieve success."

"If we can take down the Yuan Emperor, then that will be a contribution of a prosperous age."

Zhu Biao's eyes flashed with excited light.

"Hehe, you brat just knows how to coax me into being happy."

Zhu Yuanzhang finally revealed a smile: "This generation's Yuan Emperor is famously greedy for life and afraid of death. If our Great Ming's Northern Expedition army really reached the foot of the Yuan capital, he would definitely flee back to the northern frontier grassland."

Zhu Yuanzhang's laughter was full of mockery for the Yuan Emperor. It can be seen that the current Northern Yuan Emperor was not regarded as an opponent by Zhu Yuanzhang at all.

"Isn't this your goal, Father?"

Zhu Biao smiled and said, his eyes revealing wisdom: "Let the Northern Yuan return to being nomadic, no longer guarding the city."

"In this way, the threat to our Great Ming will be reduced too much."

"The Yuan Emperor, if he can really be taken down in the future, that would be even better. If he cannot be taken down, disintegrating the Northern Yuan and driving them back to the northern frontier is also a success of the Northern Expedition."

Zhu Biao analyzed the situation clearly, and his father's thoughts were naturally easy for him to see through.

"By the way." Zhu Yuanzhang came back to his senses, looked at Zhu Biao, and asked with concern in his eyes: "Where has the seventeenth reached?"

"Your son let the Jin Wuwei personally escort the seventeenth brother to the northern frontier. Now I think he has traveled nearly half the way. After all, it is not the strength of an urgent report traveling day and night."

Zhu Biao replied immediately, obviously very concerned about Zhu Quan's enfeoffment.

"The seventeenth, I hope he can learn something in this Northern Expedition battle, and just happen to go to the fourth to learn some experience in governing the vassal state."

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded slightly, and said thoughtfully: "However, Liaodong Prefecture also needs a vassal king to go and guard it."

"Which brother do you think should go and guard it?"

Zhu Yuanzhang asked, his gaze looking at Zhu Biao again, seeking his opinion.

"The vassal king was determined by you, Father, and since this is your layout, Father, your son dare not disrupt your layout." Zhu Biao shook his head with a smile.

"Let the fifteenth go. Enfeoff him as the Prince of Liao and transfer him to Liaodong Prefecture to govern." Zhu Yuanzhang thought for a moment, his gaze firm, and said immediately.

"Good." Zhu Biao nodded, without the slightest intention of opposition.

"Alright, you don't need to think too much about this matter."

Zhu Yuanzhang waved his hand slightly, the expression on his face softened a lot: "Zhu Ying's wife and children have been in Ying Tian for nearly ten days, you haven't summoned them yet, right?"

"Now that Zhu Ying has made such a great battle contribution, it is time to summon and encourage them."

Zhu Yuanzhang said with a smile, and handed the imperial edict stamped by Zhu Biao on the table to Zhu Biao.

(End of chapter) ===== CHAPTER 170 =====