On the streets of Luoyang, a carriage was speeding along, and Liu Jin sat inside, lost in thought.
The Western Liang rebellion was coming, lasting for several years, and most of the imperial court's attention and energy would be focused there.
Thinking of this, Liu Jin's face showed a smile, but he did not relax too much.
After I arrive in Bing Province, I'm afraid it will take a lot of time to develop and build a strong army.
Especially these Xiongnu and Xianbei often raid the borders, harassing the people and plundering wealth and grain.
If I don't find a way to solve these hidden dangers, the people of the three commanderies will probably flee in panic, and there will be no way to develop.
Even controlling the three commanderies would not have much effect.
His eyes showed determination; he would eradicate these Xiongnu and Xianbei sooner or later, and he had to win beautifully to increase his prestige in the north.
The carriage quickly arrived at the inn where they were staying!
Liu Jin stepped out and had just entered the inn.
Guan Yu, Zhao Teng, and Min Chun quickly came to greet him.
When they saw the golden seal and purple ribbon on Liu Jin's waist, their eyes were filled with fervent admiration.
They clasped their hands and bowed!
"Greetings, Marquis."
Liu Jin smiled faintly, waved his hand, and politely said!
"There is no need for such politeness, everyone. My Become a marquis and a general is all thanks to your brave fighting and strategizing, which brought about this lifetime of wealth."
Everyone nodded in agreement, not intending to be overly polite with their Marquis.
After they were seated in the inn, Liu Jin got straight to the point and said!
"All the imperial court's awards have been issued. I have been appointed Defender General of the Xiongnu, stationed in Cloud Middle Commandery, Yanmen Commandery, and Shangrang Commandery."
"Besides that, I also need to return to my old home in Zhuo Commandery to visit the elders of the clan, recruit some clan members, and also pick up Aunt Zhao."
"I'm afraid we won't be returning to Zhuo Commandery for several years, so we cannot stay in Luoyang for long. We must handle things quickly and proceed to the three commanderies to take up our posts."
Everyone nodded upon hearing this, agreeing that they indeed needed to make plans and handle things properly.
Min Chun hesitated for a moment, then stepped forward and asked!
"Marquis, in that case, what about the marriage with the Yin Family?"
"Two days ago, I sent the betrothal gifts, and your marriage with Miss Yin is completely settled. As for when the wedding will take place, that is for the Marquis to decide."
Liu Jin frowned upon hearing this; the marriage indeed posed some trouble.
The most important thing was that his hometown was in Zhuo Commandery, and his relatives, friends, and clan members were all there, so it was naturally impossible to get married in Luoyang.
If he went back and forth, it would probably take a lot of time.
He was already pressed for time and did not have the leisure to spend all of it on the wedding.
After pondering for a moment, he immediately asked!
"In that case, ask Yin Wei if it's feasible to bring Miss Yin back to Zhuo Commandery for the wedding."
"Inform him that I am pressed for time and will soon be heading to the three commanderies to take up my post. If he truly wishes to form a bond with me, he will naturally not obstruct this matter."
Min Chun nodded upon hearing this and immediately said!
"Marquis, rest assured, I will go and handle this matter now."
Liu Jin looked at the others beside him and said!
"Is there anything else? Handle it quickly these few days and be ready to leave Luoyang at any time."
After saying this, he paused, then spoke to Guan Yu!
"Yun Chang, you can leave Luoyang first now. Gather the thousand cavalrymen who were previously dispersed and wait on the other side of the Yellow River."
"When I leave Luoyang and cross the Yellow River, I will meet with you and return to Zhuo Commandery together."
Guan Yu clasped his hands, bowed, and accepted the order. He led several men on horseback, left the inn, and galloped towards the outskirts of Luoyang.
After arranging all matters, Liu Jin immediately stepped forward, preparing to return to his room.
Just then, a guard from outside the inn hurried in to report!
"Reporting to the Marquis, someone outside claims to be your nephew."
Liu Jin was stunned upon hearing this. After thinking for a moment, he remembered that young boy Guo Huai. He and Guo Huai's father indeed called each other brothers, so it made sense for him to be called his nephew.
So he walked out of the inn, and sure enough, it was that boy Guo Huai. When Guo Huai saw him come out, he quickly waved and excitedly shouted!
"Liu Shu, Liu Shu!"
Liu Jin smiled faintly, walked over, patted Guo Huai's little head, and asked in confusion!
"You little rascal, aren't you studying in Luoyang? How did you end up here with me?"
Guo Huai pouted his small mouth upon hearing this, just about to speak.
A middle-aged man standing nearby smiled and respectfully said!
"I am Guo Yun, Guo Huai's clan uncle. Greetings, Marquis."
Liu Jin nodded slightly. He had already seen this middle-aged man before he came.
However, the man wore a bronze seal and black ribbon at his waist, indicating he was an official of a thousand shi.
Guo Yun's voice continued!
"The Marquis may not know, but Guo Huai was originally recommended by the clan to study under the renowned scholar Zheng Xuan. However, this boy was too mischievous and spoke without restraint, displeasing Zheng Xuan, who then expelled him."
"So, he informed his father of this matter. Guo Yun was furious upon learning of it and vowed to bring Guo Huai back to personally discipline him."
"We came here to take Guo Huai away from Luoyang and to bid farewell to the Marquis before leaving."
Liu Jin chuckled upon hearing this, looking at Guo Huai, who was lowering his head to the side, like a child who had done something wrong.
However, the slight curl of his lips had completely betrayed him.
He muttered to himself, 'You little rascal, you really are something. That was a famous scholar and great Confucian; others would beg to be his disciple, but in your eyes, you completely messed it up.'
However, he didn't say much. Anyway, this boy's trajectory was still following history, and he had even given him a copy of Spring and Autumn Annals. As long as nothing unexpected happened, he would certainly become a famous general.
Looking at the secretly smiling Guo Huai, he said with a serious expression!
"Guo boy, after you go back, listen to your father well. Don't be greedy for play, be ignorant, and waste your precious youth!"
Guo Huai nodded upon hearing this, his face showing a determined expression, and slowly said!
"Liu Shu, don't worry. After I go back, I will definitely tell my father my true thoughts. Then I can follow you to learn martial arts, fight on the battlefield, and achieve great deeds."
Liu Jin just smiled upon hearing this and didn't pay too much attention to the matter.
Guo Huai was still young. Even if he wanted to fight alongside him on the battlefield, he would probably be held back by his father to study for a few more years and gain knowledge before considering letting him learn military arts.
So, after a brief chat, Guo Huai waved goodbye and, led by his clan uncle, took a carriage towards the outskirts of Luoyang.
