Do You Know?: Rule the World.

Chapter 73: My Huaer must be a widow
Han Zhang and Xue Pu looked at each other, both seeing disbelief in each other's eyes.
In their opinion, Zhao Han has always been cautious and steady, so why would he speak so wildly today?

Not to mention that most of the Western Xia cavalry grew up on horseback.

At present, the Great Zhou lacks good horses, and even the war horses in the imperial guards are mostly poor horses.

It is almost impossible to train a cavalry that can rival the Western Xia in just one year.

However, Duke Yingguo Zhang Fu was filled with excitement. He clenched his fists and asked loudly, "Are you serious?!"

"Hmph, you ignorant little brat."

Chai Jin snorted coldly, his face still full of disdain.

Zhao Zhen frowned slightly, staring at Zhao Han with a deep gaze, and said slowly: "Military and national affairs are not a joke."

"Mr. Zhao, I consider that you are new to the court and full of youthful energy, so I will not take your outrageous words seriously."

Sheng Hong and his colleague changed positions unnoticeably, moved to the outside, and reminded anxiously.

"Brother Han, why don't you kneel down and thank me..."

"The government is giving you a way out. Don't try to be so stubborn anymore."

Zhao Han's expression remained calm. After glancing at him lightly, he raised his eyes and looked straight at Zhao Zhen sitting on the dragon throne.

"Your Majesty, I am not joking!"

"I am willing to guarantee with my own life that within a year, I will train a cavalry for the imperial court!"

Sheng Hong: “…”

Zhang Fu stared at Zhao Han with a scorching gaze, and his vigorous voice was filled with excitement.

"Sir, since he's so confident, why not let him give it a try? It'll only take a year anyway!"

"If we can truly train a strong cavalry, our soldiers around the border will finally be able to stand up straight!"

This veteran who had spent half his life in the military had not seen such a promising young man in the court for a long time.

Ningyuan Marquis Gu Yankai, who had been silent until then, stepped out and said, "Your Majesty, I think we can let Zhao Shidu have a try!"

Gu Tingye praised Zhao Han to the skies in front of him, saying that he was a man of both literary and martial talents, and possessed both moral integrity and talent...

He had already seen the literary talent, as for the martial arts...

Gu Yan opened his eyes and narrowed them slightly. He wanted to see if this boy was really as Erlang said.

Zhao Zhen unconsciously gripped the armrests of the dragon throne.

If Zhao Han fails to fulfill his bold words one year later, there will probably be a commotion in the court.

But if he succeeds, it will not only reverse the decline of the Great Zhou against the Western Xia, but also deter the restless nephews and nieces in the royal family.

It will also allow people all over the world to see the courage of the new monarch!

Thinking of this, Zhao Zhen felt a little excited.

He looked at the old general who was wearing a purple robe, a curved-foot hat, a golden belt around his waist, his hair was gray but his posture was as straight as a pine tree.

General Gan’s name was Gan Yuanzhong. He had rich experience and had been in charge of military power for many years. Even Zhang Fu had to respectfully call him “old brother” when he met him.

"What is Mr. Gan's opinion?"

Gan Yuanzhong slowly stepped out of the group, his gaze lingering on Zhao Han before he saluted and said, "I have heard about the events in Liangzhe a long time ago. Zhao Shidu is indeed an extraordinary person."

As soon as these words were spoken, the ministers who advocated peace did not wait for an opportunity to refute.

Zhao Zhen slowly stood up from the dragon throne and said in a deep voice, "Okay, I'll grant you one year."

"If you fail to complete it by then, I will not let you off lightly."

"Hanlin Attendant Zhao Han is hereby specially appointed and dispatched to the Palace Guards to oversee the Cavalry Department's training and review of cavalry. He will continue to serve as Hanlin Attendant and is authorized to submit special reports."

The post of Palace Guard Commander-in-Chief was to command the elite imperial guards and allocate armor and horses.

The Cavalry Instructor was responsible for cavalry training and tactical reform. As for retaining his status as a Hanlin tutor, it made it easier for him to report directly to the emperor without any constraints.

"Such a comprehensive arrangement, it seems the government is serious about this."

"Yes, but I think it's too uncertain to expect it to happen in just a year. If it can last three to five years, it would be more credible."

"Congratulations, Lord Sheng, on having such an ambitious son-in-law! You're truly blessed!" "..."

Listening to the whispers of several court officials, Sheng Hong forced a smile on his face, but his forehead was already covered with fine beads of sweat.

Inside the palace, Zhao Han's expression remained unchanged as he spoke in a clear voice, "Your Highness, I, Zhao Han, bow down to thank you for your grace. I will repay your kindness with my whole life."

"I dare to ask for your clarification on two matters."

Zhao Zhen narrowed his eyes slightly: "Just tell me."

"I request Your Majesty to grant me the position of Supervisor of Horse Administration in Shaanxi and Hebei, and to allow me to submit monthly reports on horse purchases and trade with foreign tribes."

"The Imperial Guards are facing serious vacancies. I request that, in addition to the four armies of Bongri, Tianwu, Longwei, and Shenwei, I be allowed to select strong men from the various garrison troops in the capital to establish a new Cavalry Battalion, with a tentative quota of 3,000."

Zhang Fu glanced sideways at Zhao Han and thought to himself: Purchasing horses and recruiting soldiers are both crucial moves. It seems that this Hanlin tutor has made sufficient preparations.

Zhao Zhen raised his eyebrows slightly, "Qiaoqi Battalion... I approve."

"All necessary provisions and wages shall be drawn from the inner treasury!"

Zhao Han immediately bowed and said, "I thank you, Your Majesty!"

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Jiying Lane, Sheng Mansion.

As soon as he returned home, Sheng Hong didn't even have time to change out of his court clothes and rushed straight to Shou'an Hall.

Seeing this, Wang Ruofu thought something big had happened and immediately followed.

Inside Shou'an Hall, the scent of sandalwood wafts through the air.

The old lady was leaning on the couch with her eyes closed, resting, when she suddenly heard a sound of hurried footsteps.

Before she opened her eyes, Sheng Hong strode over, his forehead covered with sweat. He picked up the teacup on the table and drank the tea in one gulp.

"Mother, something terrible has happened!"

"Brother Han has caused a terrible disaster in the court today!"

Wang Ruofu, who had just chased to the door, felt her legs go weak after hearing this. Fortunately, Mother Liu was quick to catch her.

"Sir, what did you say?!" Wang Ruofu staggered forward.

The old lady frowned and looked at Sheng Hong, "Sit down and explain yourself clearly. What's the point of making such a fuss?"

Sheng Hong nodded, took a deep breath, and told the old lady and Wang Ruofu everything Zhao Han said and did in the court today.

"This is truly a catastrophic disaster!"

"If he loses his head next year, my Hua'er will be a widow."

"Why is my Hua'er so miserable..." Wang Ruofu said in a daze, and suddenly her eyes went dark and she almost slipped off the chair to the ground.

Sheng Hong covered his chest, his face pale.

"My son winked at him several times in the court, almost pulling his sleeve, but he refused to listen and insisted on taking on this task."

The old lady's eyes flickered slightly, and she quickly grasped the key point. She asked in a deep voice, "Let me ask you, has the emperor ever asked for his head in front of the court officials?"

Sheng Hong thought about it carefully and shook his head repeatedly.

"No, I didn't. I just remember the official said he would not let me off easily."

The old lady heard this, with a meaningful smile on her face, rolled up her sleeves, and said slowly: "That's it."

"Brother Han has always been steady. When have you ever seen him speak out of turn?"

"This must be something he has thought about carefully. You two can put your minds at ease."

Wang Ruofu was still worried, stretching her neck and asking gently, "Does mother trust Han'er so much? What if he..."

"Look back now." The old lady said, and continued to close her eyes and rest.

After Shenghong and Wang Ruofu looked at each other, they had to leave Shou'an Hall in a restless mood.

(End of this chapter)