Jiang Shaili, Song Mei and others in Laiyang City received a letter from Song Qing.

After learning that Jinan Prefecture had been recovered, Zhu Yunfei invited them to go to Jinan Prefecture to plan a major event, but everyone did not consider it at all.

The group got on the carriage and, escorted by guards, traveled day and night to Jinan Mansion.

The journey that originally took ten and a half days took only five days to reach Jinan Prefecture.

"General Zhu, you have done a great job in regaining Jinan Prefecture this time." At the gate of Dusi General Military Office, I saw Zhu Yunfei who came to greet him.

Jiang Shaili was the first to express his congratulations, and Song Mei and others also bowed and bowed.

"It's all thanks to the great help of all the gentlemen. Please come in and say it." Zhu Yunfei, with his hair tied up and a crown, his face like a crown jade, his eyes like stars, handsome and handsome, wearing a white robe, cupped his hands and smiled sideways.

Looking at the tall and tall Zhu Yunfei, Song Yingheng, Zhao Shiji, Zuo Maojia and others, they all secretly admired: "He is really a dragon among men."

After entering the lobby, the guests and hosts were seated. The attendants served refreshments and placed a brazier next to each person's seat to keep them warm.

Zhu Yunfei's thoughtfulness also impressed everyone.

"Gentlemen, this is the list of people recommended for appointment that I have drawn up after discussing with Zeng Junmen. What a pity."

After Zhu Yunfei finished speaking, he sighed and handed the list to Jiang Shaili.

When Jiang Shaili took the list and read it, his heart went up and down for a moment.

"Song Yingheng, the chief envoy to Shandong, Zhao Shiji, the inspector-general of Shandong, Zuo Maojia, the deputy inspector-general of Shandong..."

"Restore Song Mei's position as the right minister of the Ministry of Industry, restore Jiang Cai's official position, propose to be appointed as the prefect of Dongchang Prefecture, and Jiang Po will be appointed as the commander of Laiyang Prefecture..."

"Requesting that Zhao Long, who died in battle, be granted a posthumous official title..."

This list in Zhu Yunfei's hand is a great weapon for the official and gentry families in Laiyang.

Even an honest person like Jiang Shaili looked excited.

Although there is no official position of Jiang Shaili in this list.

However, his demoted son Jiang Cai was recommended, as was his younger son, as well as some famous children of the Jiang family.

All of them have been recommended for office, and some have served as state governors, some as county magistrates, and some as chief ministers.

In short, the list of recommended positions handed over by Zhu Yunfei is a big pie.

Whether it is the Jiang family, the Song family, or the descendants of the Zuo family, Dong family, Zhao family and other Laiyang noble families.

If you are recommended according to this list, you will gain a place in Shandong officialdom.

"General Zhu, although the names on this list are a bit overweight, the general is loyal to the country, and we should give our full support."

Song Mei dreamed of entering the court and regaining her former official position.

Zhu Yunfei, under the guise of Zeng Ying, recommended Song Mei to resume her official position for many reasons, such as when he was fighting against the slave establishment.

He dispersed his family property, encouraged his children to join the army, and led craftsmen to make weapons and other achievements.

Song Mei herself blushed after seeing these kind words.

But such a reason is really not a big deal if it is really necessary to send it to the court and reinstate Song Mei to her official position.

Suppressing her excitement, Song Mei had no doubts about the pie painted by Zhu Yunfei.

"Master Song is right. General Zhu's achievements are obvious to all. Zeng Junmen coordinated the overall situation, supplied military supplies, and made great contributions to regaining the lost land in Shandong."

Zhao Shiji also quickly agreed.

Zuo Maojia, Dong Sizhan and others also expressed their agreement.

"Thank you for your trust and support, sir." Zhu Yunfei cupped his hands with a solemn expression and sighed.

"I received news the day before yesterday that the 9,000 heads I sent to the capital were intercepted by the chief minister Zhou Ge Lao's people in Beitong Prefecture. They also reported to Your Majesty that they had obtained it from defeating the Qing army."

"What's even more annoying is that the officials under Zhou Ge reported to Your Majesty that all the prefectures in Shandong were recaptured by them."

"Gentlemen, we are just making wedding clothes for others, so we are just having fun in vain."

Zhu Yunfei had a wry smile on his face, full of helplessness and depression.

"There is no reason for this. It is simply ridiculous. This refers to a deer turning into a horse. Zhou Yanru deceived the world and stole his reputation. He is actually a traitor to the country."

Jiang Shaili, who had always been honest and upright, got up and shouted angrily.

"My lords, although we are all commoners, we were once officials of the imperial court. How can we be so insulted by everyone?"

"Who is willing to follow me to the capital, beat the drum and state your grievances to His Majesty?"

"I am willing to go with Mr. Jiang." Zhao Shiji is about the same age as Jiang Shaili, and now his sons are working under Zhu Yunfei.

The second son Zhao Long died heroically in battle at the foot of Changle City.

Zhao Shiji is already sixty years old this year. His official career is dispensable to him, but he cannot ignore his son's future.

"Song is not talented, so he is willing to go with us." Song Yingheng stood up with emotion.

Song Mei, on the other hand, was a little hesitant at this moment.

This guy is still too young. After all, Song Mei is thirty-five or six years old. Song Mei, who is obsessed with power, obviously needs to weigh the pros and cons.

Once the Dengwen drum is sounded, he will fight to the death with Zhou Yanru, the chief minister of the dynasty.

It would be great if Zhou Yanru could be defeated, but if he could not be defeated, then he would really have to spend the rest of his life in Laiyang, plowing the mountains and forests.

"Report!"

At this moment, there was a sound of horse hooves and shouts outside the door.

Immediately afterwards, Cao Gui, the commander-in-chief of the scout camp, rushed into the lobby holding a roll of yellow silk.

"Reporting to the general, the Qing army defeated the soldiers and horses of the Beijing camp in Beitongzhou and plundered the capital area. The capital is in danger. Your Majesty once again issued an edict to let all troops and horses enter the capital."

"Send it up." Zhu Yunfei stood up suddenly, took the edict, looked at it, frowned and cursed.

"Are the 100,000 people in the capital camp a bunch of fucking trash?"

"The Tatars who were enslaved can only have more than 30,000 people at best, and they are still a tired army."

"Zhou Yanru commanded 100,000 soldiers and horses to sit in Beitongzhou, occupying a reasonable terrain, and was defeated in one battle."

"This man deserves death for his crime."

Zhu Yunfei's unabashed curse not only did not arouse opposition from everyone, but instead won a round of applause.

Song Mei, who was still hesitating just now, immediately stood up as if she had been given a shot of blood.

"General Zhu, I am not very talented, but I would like to serve in front of the army and go to Beijing to plead grievances for the general,"

"What Mr. Song said is true. Although we are not talented, we are willing to be the vanguard and share the country's worries." Jiang Shaili, Zhao Shiji, Song Yingheng and others shouted one after another.

Zhu Yunfei thought for a moment and said in a deep voice: "Mr. Jiang, Zeng Junmen has not arrived yet. If I lead the army north, I will still need someone to take charge of the overall situation."

"I propose that you temporarily act as the Chief Envoy, and Song Yingheng temporarily acts as the Inspector-General, responsible for presiding over the government affairs of the province."

"Zuo Maojia, Dong Sizhan, you two participate in politics as chief secretaries, and assist in official affairs as inspectors and deputy envoys."

"After Zeng Junmen arrives, how about you follow Zeng Junmen's arrangements?"

"We will obey General Zhu's order." Jiang Shuili was selfless in his heart, and he accepted it calmly when he managed the government and brought peace to the people.

Song Yingheng and others were also happy to do so. Although they were temporarily acting on behalf of others, judging from the current situation.

Everyone knew very well that Zhu Yunfei and Zeng Ying would definitely not give up the power of the Shandong Chief Secretary's province.

From now on, as long as they hold on to Zhu Yunfei and Zeng Ying's thighs, it will be a matter of time before they can secure their actual positions.

"Song Mei, Zhao Shiji, you are ready to follow the army. We will lead the army north immediately."

For Zhu Yunfei, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Zhou Yanru, an old man, dared to steal his military exploits, but he was worried that he could not find a suitable street corner to kill him.

Now that he is defeated and the capital is in crisis, isn't this the best opportunity?

As the saying goes, take advantage of his illness and kill him.

Nowadays, Shandong's military affairs are managed by Yang Yan, the acting deputy commander-in-chief, Li Zhifang, the acting prefect, and Li Huajing, the acting Jinan Guard commander.

The soldiers and horses in the city, the money and food in the treasury are all under control.

Without Zhu Yunfei's military order, it would be difficult to implement the imperial edict.

"Instructions are sent to Linqing Pass guards Li Hu and Yang Yuming to lead their troops north immediately and meet us in Cangzhou."

"Yi Yonggui led the navy troops and stayed behind to clear the customs."

"Order Bennadai to assemble the men and horses from the Guiyi Camp and assemble to follow me."

Zhu Yunfei is now in Jinan Prefecture. Although he has recruited 50,000 new soldiers, this army currently has no combat effectiveness.

Even if the equipment is not fully equipped yet, there will definitely be no combat effectiveness in a short period of time.

Zhu Yunfei now has three troops at his disposal.

One is the Denglai Army, currently led by Li Hu, with a strength of 7,000.

One is the dead soldier battalion, led by Yang Yuming, with 2,000 troops.
To be continued...