Chapter 1075 - 898, Promoted to Commander
Beijing, Imperial Palace.
In the grand hall of Qianqing Palace, the Emperor was discussing with Yang Chenghua, Wu Jingyi, and others, about the recent fierce battle between the Yuezhou naval forces and the Wokou pirates, when the memorial submitted by Xiao Yeyang was delivered.
The Emperor began reading the memorial in front of the court officials, and upon learning that Xiao Yeyang had recaptured the Dan River, he stood up joyously and exclaimed ’good’ three times in succession.
Seeing this, Yang Chenghua and Wu Jingyi, among others, smilingly asked, "Your Majesty, what brings you such joy?"
The Emperor looked at Yang Chenghua and several others, then sat back on the dragon throne and said, "Yeyang has taken back the Dan River from the hands of the Xiliao people."
Upon hearing this, Wu Jingyi immediately laughed and said, "Your Majesty is wise to have dispatched such a talented military leader as Princely Heir Xiao to Xiliang. In less than a year, he has recaptured the Dan River that was forcibly taken by the Xiliao people, which is indeed a cause for celebration."
Yang Chenghua and the others hurriedly echoed in agreement, praising the Emperor’s sage judgment and keen insight.
Although the Emperor knew that these old foxes at court were flattering him, he was indeed very pleased.
Xiao Yeyang had taken the fall for him, having been demeaned and sent to Xiliang, and the Emperor had always felt somewhat guilty. Now, with the recapture of the Dan River being a great merit, he could rightfully make amends.
"Yeyang also mentioned in his memorial, next year he plans to establish the largest military horse breeding ground in Daxia at the Gan State Guard, to meet the Imperial Court’s needs for horses."