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The old man was buried in the grave, and the old man was buried in the grave.

Yuan Feng, Yuan Kui, Cao Song and other top family officials looked at Li Xiang with complicated eyes.

Having seen Li Xiang's many abilities, they knew that Li Xiang's rise was inevitable.

But.

Recently.

The Li family is too popular.

Even, it has a tendency to overshadow the old top families!

The wealthy Zhen family in Jizhou and the wealthy Mi family in Xuzhou have become vassals of the Li family.

Launched the popular palace jade liquor, soap, and even the white sugar that was welcomed by the family as soon as it was produced.

Recruited young and strong guards.

Provided porridge to help the people and a series of other measures.

The Longxi Li family influenced the Han Dynasty with a domineering momentum.

Such a strong move made the Yuan family, the Cao family, the Yang family and other big families uncomfortable.

The reason is still interest. The rise of the Li family is bound to steal their limelight.

They made their profits and gained a powerful competitor.

If this continues, with the momentum of the Li family's development, they may not be able to suppress them!

In the hall, a group of civil and military officials were slightly agitated.

Sikong Yuanfeng glanced at Li Xiang, stood up, and said to Liu Hong:

"Your Majesty, I think the matter of the Imperial Guards going to fight the Xianbei needs to be considered in the long run."

"The Marquis of Longxi is brave and eager to fight. I can understand that."

"However, the Imperial Guards are responsible for guarding the palace. Wang Yue, who assassinated the queen and the eldest prince, has not been caught yet and may attack the palace at any time. The Imperial Guards cannot leave easily!"

"Moreover, if the Imperial Guards really go to war, the Xianbei army of tens of thousands will come in a mighty force. If the Imperial Guards are not a match and anger the Xianbei, the Xianbei will think that the emperor's guards are just so-so, and they may gather heavy troops to attack the Han Dynasty, or even attack the imperial capital. Then my Han Dynasty will be in danger and fall into the flames of war!"

When Yuanfeng's voice fell, a group of civil and military officials suddenly became agitated, and most of them nodded in agreement.

Especially when Yuan's disciples and officials learned of Yuan Feng's attitude, they all said:

"Your Majesty, what Sikong said is not without reason. The Imperial Guards cannot leave without permission!"

"Tens of thousands of Xianbei troops, the Imperial Guards have only been trained for a few months. If they are defeated and completely anger the Xianbei, then my Han Dynasty may face crazy revenge from the Xianbei!"

...

The voices of opposition from many officials resounded.

Li Xiang's face suddenly sank, and a hint of coldness flashed across his face.

Sure enough, these noble families were still targeting the Li family.

Liu Hong, who was sitting on the dragon throne, was trembling with anger.

Cao Zhengchun, who was standing next to Liu Hong, saw Liu Hong's inner shock and anger.

He could not help but stand up with his orchid fingers pinched, and said to Yuan Feng:

"What Sikong said is a bit alarmist, isn't it? Not to mention that Longxi Hou is highly skilled in martial arts and proficient in military tactics, how could the Xianbei easily attack Luoyang?"

"Bingzhou has the important town of Jinyang, and further south is the Yellow River. If they want to rush to Luoyang, they have to pass through the important town of Chang'an. How could the Xianbei easily attack the imperial capital?"

"Besides, the Xianbei are cavalry, so how can they be good at attacking cities? They can still show off their prowess on the grasslands with their proficiency in riding and shooting, but when they come to the Han Dynasty, they lose the power of cavalry, and they don't have the elite armored weapons of the Han Dynasty, that's their dead end!"

"I feel that Longxi Hou is both civil and military, and may not be inferior to Wei Qing and Huo Qubing. Instead, he can lead the emperor's guards, the Imperial Guards, and restore the prestige of the Han Dynasty!"

Cao Zhengchun has a unique voice, and every word he says goes straight into people's hearts.

It makes Liu Hong, who is still angry, eyes brighten.

Yuan Feng and the officials who had just opposed were speechless and stiff-faced.

How could they think so much?

They were just echoing Yuan Feng's words.

Yuan Feng looked at Cao Zhengchun with a somewhat uncomfortable look.

Cao Zhengchun, of course, was familiar to him.

This was the 13th attendant who had just been appointed by Liu Hong. He had not risen for a long time, but he was quite liked by Liu Hong.

And Li Xiang had a favor for Cao Zhengchun!

It was not surprising that Cao Zhengchun stood up to speak for Li Xiang.

However, being refuted inevitably made him embarrassed.

Cao Zhengchun, for Li Xiang, chose to stand opposite the Yuan family!

"Cao Zhengchun said it well. The Xianbei can only show off their power in the grasslands, and how can they attack Luoyang? If they enter the Han Dynasty, it will be the end of the Xianbei!"

Liu Hong laughed and affirmed Cao Zhengchun's words, and his eyes looked at Cao Zhengchun more softly.

Li Xiang looked at Cao Zhengchun and nodded in appreciation.

It was not wrong to put Cao Zhengchun in the palace.

At this time, Liu Hong looked at Li Xiang again and said:

"There are many cities in our Han Dynasty, so we don't have to worry too much about foreign invasions. I also want you to lead troops to the border to resist the Xianbei."

"However, the palace is equally important, especially since Wang Yue is still away. Do you have the confidence to take care of both the palace and the border?"

Hearing Liu Hong's question, Li Xiang said without hesitation:

"Your Majesty, the Imperial Guard has a total of more than 11,000 people. I only need 8,000 Imperial Guards to attack the two Xianbei tribes, and I can leave 3,000 Imperial Guards to guard the palace. In addition, I recommend Li Siye, the commander of the Imperial Guard, to serve as the Lieutenant General of the Imperial Guard and command the Imperial Guard!"

"Li Siye is my cousin and a member of the Li family's side branch. He is seven feet tall, extremely strong, and extremely brave. He can guard the palace!"

"I have fought with Wang Yue before. With Li Siye and 3,000 Imperial Guards guarding the palace, I guarantee that Wang Yue will never step into the palace!"

Li Xiang's powerful voice resounded throughout the hall.

Everyone was stunned when they heard what Li Xiang said.

What did Li Xiang say?

Li Xiang only needs 8,000 imperial guards to attack two Xianbei cavalry!

You know, that's tens of thousands of Xianbei cavalry!

In recent decades, the Xianbei tribe has dominated the grasslands and their combat power has soared.

Fighting on the grasslands, nomadic cavalry is even more powerful.

Li Xiang dared to fight against tens of thousands of Xianbei cavalry with only 8,000 imperial guards.

In fact, the word Li Xiang said was to attack, not to meet.

These two are different concepts.

"This... Li Xiang, are you really confident that you can attack two Xianbei cavalry with 8,000 imperial guards? You don't need me to mobilize troops from other places?"

Liu Hong was also a little shocked by Li Xiang's tone.

"I have confidence that 8,000 imperial guards are enough!"

Li Xiang said without hesitation.

Li Xiang did not intend to ask Liu Hong for other troops.

The reason is that, first, Li Xiang looked down on the quality of other troops. Second, this battle was his first battle to establish the prestige of the Longxi Li family.

In this battle, he not only had to fight well, but also had to have a good record.

Liu Hong mobilized soldiers from other places, who knows if they would be old, weak, sick, disabled, or relatives.

As the Han Dynasty entered its last years, not only did the national strength weaken, but even the army was seriously corrupt.

Li Xiang was still afraid that the other side would drag him down.

Sometimes the combat effectiveness of an army is not the more the better.

The quality of soldiers is not the number, and there is no doubt that the elite is the king!

A small number of people and rich results can better show the achievements!

Eight thousand elite imperial guards are enough!

In Chengde Palace.

As Li Xiang refused Liu Hong to mobilize soldiers from other places and said that 8,000 elite imperial guards were enough, all the civil and military officials were shocked. Liu Hong, who was sitting on the dragon throne, was excited by Li Xiang's confidence. He slapped the table and said loudly:

"Okay, since Longxi Hou is confident that 8,000 imperial guards can attack two Xianbei cavalry, I will fulfill your wish!"

"I will appoint you as the General of the Northern Expedition, lead the imperial guards to resist the Xianbei army, and go out immediately!"

"In addition, Li Siye will be appointed as the Lieutenant General of the Imperial Guards, command the Imperial Guards, and guard the palace!"

Liu Hong's decision was loud, and all the civil and military officials held their breath and looked at Li Xiang with complicated eyes.

Li Xiang bowed his hands, his face serious, and said loudly:

"I thank your majesty for the reward, and I will live up to your trust, resist the Xianbei, and enhance the prestige of our Han Dynasty!"

...

The court meeting was dispersed.

Soon.

The two Xianbei tribes sent a large army to invade the border of the Han Dynasty. The news that Li Xiang was appointed as the General of the Northern Expedition and would lead 8,000 imperial guards to the north to resist spread in Luoyang.

Upon hearing this news, the people of Luoyang were excited.

The reason is that Li Xiang was born as a descendant of Li Guang, the flying general of the Li family in Longxi, and a descendant of a famous general.

In addition, Li Xiang's martial arts, archery, and military training all reminded the people of Luoyang that Li Xiang has the talent to be a famous general.

For decades, foreign races have invaded again and again, but the Han Dynasty has not had a famous general to reproduce the glory of Wei Qing and Huo Qubing. Does Li Xiang have hope?

The people of Luoyang were excited and talked about it, but they were looking forward to Li Xiang's performance in the north!

Will Li Xiang disappoint them?

Or, will Li Xiang perform as they expect?