although emperor guangwu had already created many of his generals and officials marquesses, in 37, after the conquest of the empire was largely complete, he readjusted their marches in accordance with their accomplishments. he also considered what would be the best way to preserve the relationships between him and his generals and to protect their title and position so he therefore resolved to give the generals large marches but not give them official positions in his government. he rewarded them with great wealth and often listened to their advice, but rarely put them in positions of authority. he thereby reduced friction between him and his generals, thus allowing for their relationships to be preserved. in this, he was matched perhaps only by emperor taizu of song (zhao kuangyin).