Han Shizu

Chapter 1051 Brother-in-law's report

"In the past, when we talked about Central Sichuan, we often described it as the land of abundance and fertile fields. I have indeed felt this way in the past few years in Chengdu. However, in my opinion, there are three main benefits in Central Sichuan. The first is salt, the second is tea, The three silkworms! In the past few years, the officials and others governing Shu and supporting the people's livelihood are mostly related to these three things!" In the Chongzheng Palace, Song Yanwo, who had driven thousands of miles back to Tokyo, asked Emperor Liu Talk eloquently:

"Zhang Meifei is not only capable of dispatching supplies and supplying military needs, but also has the ability to manage money. During the Meng and Shu period, extravagant things were done, and armaments were strengthened. In addition to increasing taxes, they paid more attention to salt and tea, which made a lot of profits. However, the salt households and tea farmers in the territory have a difficult life and many grievances.

After Zhang Mei's rectification, the abolition of harsh laws, punishment of unscrupulous ink officials, crackdown on illegal profiteers, increase of purchase prices, and setting reasonable bids, until now, the sales of salt and tea have taken on a new look, everything is on the right track, and public grievances have disappeared , and feel the kindness of the court, and the hearts of the people.

In the past, the inequality between the rich and the poor was particularly prominent in Sichuan, and the contradictions were sharp. After the chaos in Shu, the powerful and powerful moved out, and the landless people were granted land because of this, and the poor families had hope of livelihood.What I and Zhao Pu have done is to enforce discipline, to be strict with officials, and to be lenient with the people. Although I dare not boast, I dare say that I have lived up to your majesty's entrustment."

Looking at his confident brother-in-law, Liu Chengyou praised in his heart that he is almost forty, and he is still so personable and charming.He chuckled softly and said, "I have also heard about the accomplishments of my brother-in-law, Zhao Pu, Zhang Mei and other ministers. It is all thanks to you that within four years, the central government of Sichuan has been brought into order and the hearts of the people are attached to it! "

"Your Majesty praises it, but I don't dare to be a minister. This is all under the guidance of Your Majesty and the court, and follow the rules!" Song Yanwo said modestly.

Seeing this, Liu Chengyou waved his hands, chuckled lightly and said, "We are all one family, brother-in-law doesn't have to be so restrained!"

Apparently, although Song Yanwo maintained his demeanor in front of Liu Chengyou, in fact, he was still very careful, behaved very reservedly, and dared not really treat Emperor Liu as his brother-in-law.Among foreign relatives, Song Yanwo is the best when it comes to political wisdom.

After the pacification of Mengshu, there were mainly five heroes who governed Shu, Song Yanwo, Zhao Pu, Zhang Mei, Bian Guangfan, and Wang Ming. Song Yanwo was the chief envoy of Jiannan Road, and Zhang Mei was in charge of the entire Sichuan and Shu finance. Zhao Pu used the post of governor to coordinate everything. It can be said that it was the cooperation of these three people that achieved better results than expected in a short period of time.

Up to now, the tax revenue sent to the imperial court by the Sichuan and Shu regions every year has reached 5 million coins, which is not a small gap compared with the highest income during Meng Chang’s period. After all the hard work and tossing, and counting the urgent collection of taxes and exorbitant taxes, you can know how difficult it is to achieve the current achievement after four years.

Liu Chengyou pondered for a while, and asked: "In your opinion, may the imperial court's two taxes on Sichuan and Sichuan be increased?"

Hearing this, Song Yanwo showed a look of surprise, but noticed Emperor Liu's serious expression, thought for a while and said: "Your Majesty, I am sorry to say that the current situation in Sichuan and Sichuan has tended to be stable and good, but the people of Sichuan and Sichuan The burden it bears is not easy, and following this trend, if it takes a certain period of time to recover and there are no disasters, the court can gradually adjust it, but at this time, I do not recommend increasing the tax amount, so as not to cause trouble!"

Seeing this, Liu Chengyou also quickly put away that expectant expression, and said: "Guanchuanshu is in good condition, let me try to say, since brother-in-law thinks it's not suitable, forget it there!"

Hearing what Liu Chengyou said, Song Yanwo couldn't help asking curiously: "Dare to ask Your Majesty, is it possible that the imperial court has financial difficulties?"

"Disasters in the north, unification of wars, rewards in the south, great rewards for heroes, plus adjustments to national policies, the big man will need to spend a lot of money in the future!" Liu Chengyou sighed.

However, Song Yanwo raised a question, saying: "Jiangnan and Zhejiang are rich and rich. Since the imperial court took it, can't it make up for it?"

Liu Chengyou smiled and said: "Wealth is true, and the harvest is also quite rich, but after all, we can't just use it. Under the governance of Li and Qian, there are many disadvantages. Guizhi, let's plan for the future!"

Well, the former Emperor Liu was still thinking about reducing the burden on the people of Li, and this time he started to raise taxes on central Shu again.Of course, this is not contradictory. The southern Daozhou has been in peace for many years and has a profound heritage. Sichuan, Shu, and Jiangsu and Zhejiang are both rich and prosperous, and some parts have made some sacrifices for the whole. Sufficient money and food.

"Forget it, let's talk about Sichuan and Shu affairs!" Liu Chengyou said again in a relaxed tone: "Brother-in-law is returning to Beijing this time, and I intend to keep you in the court. Who do you think can succeed the Sichuan and Shu affairs?" ?”

Hearing this, Song Yanwo was a little surprised. Over the years, in order to strengthen the imperial court's influence and control over the local area, the appointment of officials like this has always been discussed and appointed by the central government, and has never been influenced by the local area. In addition, the emperor's opinion is firm, how can it be Ask him what he thinks.It is also Song Yanwo who has been an official outside the country all year round, and he is not familiar with Emperor Liu. He has no close relationship with his relatives on the surface, and he doesn't know that well.

The understanding of Emperor Liu can only be judged through one's own observation and even some rumors.Being a relative of the emperor is not easy. While enjoying wealth and glory, you also need to bear more pressure and be careful.Therefore, it may not be a bad thing for those relatives who have been adopted to enjoy life with peace of mind.

However, since Emperor Liu asked the question at this time, Song Yanwo still decided to answer, and gave an affirmative answer: "Your Majesty, I think the most suitable person is Zhao Pu! Zhao Zeping is a great talent in governing the country, with amazing abilities and good at practical work." , the minister is also ashamed of himself. It is easy to govern the world, let alone govern Sichuan and Sichuan!"

"You have a very high opinion of Zhao Pu!" Seeing Song Yanwo's praise of Zhao Pu, Liu Chengyou smiled, thinking that this was also to please himself. After all, Zhao Pu was released from his side. After he was pacified from Chengdu, Zhao Pu also played the most important role in the appeasement and governance of Sichuan and Sichuan.

"I'm just telling the truth!" Song Yanwo said calmly.

Then, he reported to Emperor Liu: "In recent years, Zhao Zeping has sent envoys to contact the Tubo tribes in western Sichuan and strengthen communication. Now it has gradually achieved results, and several business routes leading to Tubo have been re-opened."

Hearing this, Emperor Liu raised his eyebrows slightly. This seems to be the "Tea Horse Road"?

Noticing Liu Chengyou's demeanor, Song Yanwo continued: "Tubo is split and fighting against each other. According to Zhao Zeping's plan, if this situation continues to develop, through trade, infiltration, buying, and soliciting, the southwestern territory of the Great Han Dynasty can achieve a lot of development."

(End of this chapter)