My strength increases by one percent every day; I can destroy stars with my bare hands.

After settling his family in, Li Xuancang seemed to be deep in thought.

"Lord Du, would you be willing to serve as the garrison commander of Ganquan County?"

The governor of Ganquan County wielded immense power, and the profits he reaped each year were unimaginable.

Li Xuancang is about to join the war and will subsequently serve as the garrison commander of Yuzhou, and will no longer be able to serve as the garrison commander of Ganquan County.

Li Xuancang was preparing to recommend Du Tianfeng to succeed him and continue to control Ganquan County.

High returns also mean high risks. Ganquan County is adjacent to the grasslands and may be invaded by the grasslands at any time, making this location very dangerous.

Upon hearing this, Du Tianfeng's face flushed red, and he became somewhat agitated.

He would be more than willing to serve as the garrison commander of Ganquan County, and the Du family would fully support him.

Despite the numerous dangers, he was willing to risk his life.

"Xuan Cang, I am naturally willing to take the position of garrison commander, but the imperial court may not agree."

The marriage alliance between Li Xuancang and the Du family is common knowledge. Now, Li Xuancang is about to be ennobled and appointed as the garrison commander of Yuzhou.

The Du family has a deep foundation. If Du Tianfeng were to be appointed as the garrison commander of Ganquan County, everyone would be wary, and neither the court nor the emperor would agree.

"If the court and the emperor need something from us, they will agree."

Li Xuancang was not worried that the court and the emperor would refuse; the threat of the rebels was imminent, and they had to compromise.

"In that case, I will send a message back to the family and ask them to lend a hand."

Du Tianfeng was in high spirits and full of ambition, determined to get his family's help in seizing the position of garrison commander.

A day after Du Tianfeng arrived, Liu Jin and his entourage traveled a long way to Ganquan County.

Time was of the essence, and in order to arrive as soon as possible, they worked day and night, changing horses but not people, and everyone was exhausted.

Liu Jin immediately read out the imperial edict.

"By the mandate of Heaven, the Emperor decrees:"

Li Xuancang, the garrison commander of Ganquan County, possesses the righteous spirit of heaven and earth, and has the great talent of a statesman. He is capable of securing the country with his martial prowess and is loyal enough to save the nation from collapse.

I am greatly pleased, and the whole world is convinced.

I hereby bestow upon you the title of Marquis of Wu'an, with a fief of 30,000 households, and grant you a certificate of merit in the form of a red inscription and an iron certificate, which shall be hereditary and perpetual, to forever guard the mountains and rivers.

You are hereby appointed as the garrison commander of Yuzhou, in charge of all military affairs in Yuzhou. All matters concerning provisions, weapons, and military campaigns shall be decided by you. You shall act as you see fit, acting first and reporting later.

I hereby bestow upon you a pair of "Zhenyue" black iron tiger tallies. You may select your own deputy generals and staff, establish your own government and headquarters, and set up the Wu'an Marquis's headquarters in Yuzhou. You may participate in the promotion and demotion of officials in Yuzhou and the allocation of funds and provisions.

So be it!

After the imperial edict was read, it was largely consistent with what Du Tianfeng had said.

Immediately afterwards, Liu Jin took out another imperial edict and began to read out the rewards bestowed upon Li Xuancang.

He was granted a mansion in the capital called "Marquis Wu'an Mansion," covering an area of ​​100 acres, with nine courtyards and nine exits, decorated with dragons and phoenixes, and equipped with a spirit-gathering array, making its spiritual energy ten times richer than that outside.

He bestowed upon Yuzhou a garrison headquarters, which included a martial arts training ground, an alchemy workshop, a weapons room, and a spirit beast garden...

In addition, three separate residences in Jiangnan were granted for rest and relaxation.

He bestowed upon them thirty high-grade spirit stones and two thousand mid-grade spirit stones.

Three Rejuvenation Pills, ten Breakthrough Pills, one hundred jars of Spirit Gathering Liquid, three catties of Thousand-Year Mysterious Ice Marrow, and one hundred taels of Nine Yang Crimson Fire Gold Crystal.

A complete set of the mid-grade Earth-level cultivation technique "Tai Xu Zhen Mo Lu" and its accompanying martial arts manual "Tian Gang Fu Mo Thirty-Six Forms".

He was bestowed with one "Cleaving Abyss Dragon Soul Spear," a mid-grade Earth-level divine weapon, and one set of "Black Tortoise Undying Armor," a low-grade Earth-level armor.

A magnificent purple-gold chariot, drawn by four demonic beasts called "Treading Cloud Hou," travels ten thousand miles a day.

He was granted special privileges, including the right to enter the court without hastening his departure, to wear a sword and shoes in the palace, and to pay homage without using his name.

He was allowed to maintain a private army of three thousand men as personal guards for the Marquis's residence.

They could submit secret memorials to the imperial court every month without going through the cabinet.

All descendants of Marquis Wu'an were exempt from taxes, corvée labor, and military service for five generations.

Unless a descendant commits treason or other grave crime, their title shall not be stripped; it shall be hereditary and perpetual, and they shall live and die with the nation.

Liu Jin's shrill voice echoed through the military camp, each reward making everyone's blood boil with excitement, wishing they were Li Xuancang.

To get Li Xuancang to fight, the emperor went to great lengths, taking many treasures from Li's private treasury since the national treasury couldn't provide them.

The emperor knew perfectly well that only by stopping the rebels could he remain the supreme ruler.

If Lingyang Prefecture falls, he will only become a prisoner.

His children will all be killed, and all his resources and treasures will become spoils of war for the rebels.

Rather than waiting for that day to come, it would be better to use it to win over Li Xuancang and send him to the battlefield.

After reading the imperial edict, Liu Jin's tired face was full of smiles.

"Congratulations, Lord Marquis."

Li Xuancang received the imperial edict and declared loudly, "Your Majesty's great kindness will surely be repaid with my life."

From then on, he became a true regional governor, second only to the emperor.

"My lord, the situation at the front is critical. I urge you to send troops as soon as possible."

Liu Jin did not forget to urge Li Xuancang.

Li Xuancang did not respond, but instead asked, "Eunuch Liu, who will guard Ganquan County after I leave?"

Liu Jin thought Li Xuancang wanted to refuse to send troops, and looked anxious.

"My lord, what do you mean?"

He asked tentatively.

"The grasslands are eyeing Ganquan County covetously, and it cannot be left unguarded. I believe that Commandant Du Tianfeng is capable enough and skilled in military administration to serve as the garrison commander of Ganquan County."

Upon hearing this, Liu Jin immediately understood and felt a great sense of relief.

As long as Li Xuancang doesn't make excuses, other requests are not a problem.

"What you say is absolutely right, my lord. I will certainly convey your words to His Majesty the Emperor. I believe His Majesty will not refuse."

Liu Jin knew that these were the conditions set by Li Xuancang, and he had already subtly agreed on behalf of the emperor.

"Then I'll have to trouble Eunuch Liu. I will send out troops tomorrow."

After getting everything he wanted, Li Xuancang also made a promise to Liu Jin.

Liu Jin was overjoyed to finally hear the answer he wanted.

"In that case, I will not disturb the Marquis's military affairs any longer. I will return to the capital and report to His Majesty the Emperor."

Liu Jin had no time to rest and wanted to return to the capital immediately.

After Liu Jin and the others left, Zhang Tianlong, Ouyang De, Nangong Zhan and the others all came to Li Xuancang's side, looking excited, and congratulated him.

"Greetings, Your Excellency..."

The crowd bowed deeply to him, their faces beaming with enthusiastic smiles.

They were all Li Xuancang's confidants, and as Li Xuancang's status rose, their status also rose accordingly.

Get up!

Li Xuancang was also somewhat excited.

After everyone stood up, Li Xuancang immediately made arrangements.

"Zhang Tianlong, Ouyang Meng, Nangong Zhan."

"Your subordinate is here."

The three immediately stepped forward.

"You will lead three hundred personal guards and, together with Lord Du, escort my family to the capital and provide protection."

Even with the Du family's protection, Li Xuancang still arranged for people to protect him.

Zhang Tianlong, who was at the Tongxuan Realm, was also assigned by him to protect his family.

"Your subordinate obeys."

The group showed no dissatisfaction with Li Xuancang's arrangements; on the contrary, their eyes were filled with determination.

Li Xuancang entrusted them with protecting their most cherished family members, which was a sign of his trust in them.

They secretly resolved to protect the Marquis's family.