The ninth son of the emperor was demoted at the beginning. I have a famous Chinese general.

Chapter 269 Reorganization

"The Emperor of Nanzhao is critically ill and has announced his abdication to the Second Prince. Now the Second Prince of Nanzhao has ascended the throne."

"This second prince is quite intelligent. After ascending the throne, he immediately sent envoys to the imperial court, hoping to become a vassal state of Daqian."

"I think the Second Prince is doing this because he's obviously afraid of our retaliation."

"He's thinking that if Nanzhao becomes a vassal state of Daqian, it will be difficult for us to take action against Nanzhao. And if Nanzhao becomes a vassal state of Daqian, they won't suffer any actual losses. At most, they will pay some silver to the court every year."

Li Jing analyzed.

"General Li is indeed worthy of his name. His analysis is spot-on."

"This Second Prince is quite astute, but does he think that just because he's become a vassal state of Daqian, I won't dare to attack him?"

Ning Quan praised, but then changed the subject.

"Your Highness means... to destroy Nanzhao?"

Li Jing asked.

"No, we shouldn't use military force now. If they know what's good for them..."

"So... send someone to tell Nanzhao that it must pay me the same tribute it pays the imperial court! If it dares not, I will destroy it!"

Ning Quan said in a sinister tone.

Nanzhao’s move was indeed clever, but strength determines everything, and Ning Quan doesn’t care about Daqian at all.

If the disaster had not ended yet and Japan was still using troops, he would really want to take over Nanzhao immediately.

But even so, Ning Quan will not let it off easily. It must pay the price.

"Yes, I understand."

Hearing this, Li Jing nodded.

"I've been thinking about one thing these days. The area we control is too large. It's quite difficult to control such a large area."

"So we need to establish a comprehensive control system to effectively control all territories.

"As for the army, we have a lot of troops now, but the composition is very complex, and the organizational structure is a bit messy, so I want to reorganize the army. What are your opinions?"

Ning Quan looked at Li Jing and others and said lightly.

"I agree with your Highness. We really need to reorganize and integrate our work and establish a comprehensive management system, whether it's civil affairs or the military."

Zhuge Liang said.

"I also think that Your Highness's idea is correct. We really need to reorganize and clarify responsibilities and division of labor."

Li Jing echoed.

"Well, since you all agree with my idea, then everyone should go home and think about it carefully tonight. We will discuss the matter in detail tomorrow."

Ning Quan said.

"Yes!"

The generals clasped their fists and said.

As night falls, the moon is dim and the stars are sparse. A bright full moon hangs in the sky, casting a little light.

In the backyard, Ning Quan, Li Wanyue and others sat together, drinking tea and chatting.

It was already early October, and the weather was getting colder.

There was air conditioning in the mansion, but it was obviously not capable of heating, and it was not yet time to light the stove, so everyone simply put on thick clothes.

"My dear, the military advisor said it will snow this winter. Is that true?"

Li Wanyue put down the cup in her hand and asked curiously.

"Well, that's what the military advisor said."

Ning Quan smiled and nodded.

"Oh, that's good. What the military advisor says is always accurate."

Hearing this, Li Wanyue said happily.

"Of course. The military advisor is a great talent, well-versed in astronomy and geography."

"If he says the disaster is over, then it will be over."

Ning Quan smiled.

"Yes, that's good. We'll have a harvest next year."

"By the way, husband, I want to go shopping with my sister tomorrow and buy her some more clothes."

Li Wanyue said with a smile.

"Well, it happened so suddenly, and we left so hastily. Ruo'er didn't bring anything with her, so we should buy some more things."

"Go ahead and buy whatever you need."

Ning Quan nodded.

"Sister, you don't need to buy too much. Daddy said when he left that my things would be delivered to Xizhou soon."

Hearing this, Sikong Ruo hurriedly said.

"Pinglu is quite far from Xizhou. How long will it take to transport it?"

"Just be obedient, sister. I'll buy more with you. Your husband has money anyway, so you don't have to save for him."

Li Wanyue said half-jokingly.

"Okay then, I'll listen to you, sister."

Sikong Ruo agreed with a smile.

.........

The next morning.

Li Wanyue got up early, and then went out shopping with Sikong Ruo, Jin Xiaozhu and a large group of maids and guards.

Ning Quan went to the front hall and continued to discuss matters with Zhuge Liang and others.

It is certain that the larger the territory, the more difficult it is to manage.

The key point is that Ningquan’s territory extends from Tubo in the southwest to Baishan and Heishui in the northeast. The area is really too large, and the whole area is in the shape of a Chinese character "广".

To control such a large territory, an effective system must be established.

The same goes for the army. Ning Quan's current army includes Han, Khitan, Xiongnu, Shiwei, and even Persians.

How to manage so many soldiers of different races is also a problem.

Ning Quan had an idea in his mind, but he still wanted to hear everyone's opinions and suggestions.

"Everyone, how did you think about it last night? Do you have any good ideas?"

Looking at everyone, Ning Quan asked with a smile.

"Your Highness, I believe we should implement a Protectorate system, with Your Highness appointing Protectorates to oversee the military and political power of all regions."

"This will ensure the unity of political and military orders."

Li Jing pondered for a moment and spoke slowly.

"Your Highness, I also agree with the implementation of the Protectorate system. The Protectorate system has many advantages."

"The biggest drawback of the Protectorate system is that the Protectorate Generals commandeer their own forces. This problem does not exist for us ministers. Each of us is loyal to Your Majesty."

As soon as Li Jing finished speaking, Zhuge Liang immediately agreed.

"Well, General Li and the Prime Minister have good ideas, similar to mine. Implementing the Protectorate General system is indeed the most effective method."

Ning Quan nodded in agreement.

"Your Highness is wise."

Li Jing and others said in unison.

"Well, now that the general direction has been decided, I will tell you my thoughts. I hope you will have any comments or suggestions."

"What I mean is that we establish four protectorates in Tibet, Xiongnu, Khitan, Shiwei, and Ryukyu."

"In the four protectorates, the Protectorate General of Tubo was held by General Yue Fei, the Protectorate General of Xiongnu was held by General Huo Qubing, the Protectorate General of Shiwei and Khitan was held by General Bai Qi, and the Protectorate General of Ryukyu was held by General Zhou Yu."

"You all have seen the abilities of General Yue and the other four. With them in charge, I believe there will be no problems."

"As for the remaining Hexi, Anxi, Beiting, and Hulan, they will continue to be managed in the same way as before and will be directly governed by this king."

"Specifically, Hulan will be in charge of Liu Junshi, Beiting will be in charge of Man Zhubu, Hexi will be in charge of Zhangsun Zhubu, and Anxi will be in charge of the Prime Minister concurrently."

"As for Japan, that's the next step. We'll talk about it later. What do you think?"

Ning Quan repeated his thoughts.

"We have no objection and will obey your Highness's orders."

Zhuge Liang and his companions answered respectfully.