Han Shizu

Chapter 1159 Cotton rice, later disease

"His Majesty!"

"How's the Queen's condition?" Inside the Kunming Palace, Liu Chengyou grabbed the imperial physician's wrist and asked viciously.

Under the pain, the old doctor's face could not help but twitched and twisted, but he didn't dare to resist, but hurriedly replied nervously: "The saint is just overworked, physically and mentally exhausted, and also has a little cold, so he has this disease, just need to rest more , less work, supplemented by recuperation, you can recover!"

Hearing this, Liu Chengyou relaxed slightly, let go of him, and asked in a confirming manner: "Is there any serious problem?"

"It's nothing serious!" After hesitating for a while, the imperial physician still gritted his teeth and replied, although this answer was a bit risky.

"Get back!" Liu Chengyou ordered, waving his hand.

"Your Excellency, leave!" As if he had received an amnesty, the imperial doctor bowed away, it was already winter, but there was fine sweat on his forehead.

At this time, Emperor Liu was dressed simply, only in a white brocade gown, and his hair was unkempt, only tied up with a jade hairpin, looking casual. Wen Dafu had also fallen ill and came in a hurry.

Of course, there is also a cotton jacket on his body, which is not so delicate and gorgeous, but it has an excellent effect of keeping warm.It has been more than ten years since Ludo Xun sent back to the cotton farmers.

In the past ten years, cotton has also ushered in a great development in the empire.At the beginning, some experimental fields were opened up in the Central Plains to cultivate cotton seeds. It took three years. After initial results, it began to be popularized among the people.

This kind of introduction and promotion led by the government, compared with the introduction of free exchanges among the people in the past, has a different effect, which can be described as explosive.By the fifth year of Kaibao, a large number of cotton fields had been opened up in Gyeonggi, Henan, and Hebei.

Just like the promotion of Champa rice in the Jianghuai area, Emperor Liu went on a tour last time and specially inspected it, and the results were quite gratifying.Although it was not too amazing, it still met the psychological expectations.

Food and clothing are the basis of people's livelihood, and the problem of keeping out the cold in winter has always been a big problem.Regardless of the fact that the world is peaceful now, reports from all over the world are peaceful and prosperous, but Emperor Liu also knows in his heart that in places he can't see, in those remote villages, it is by no means uncommon for people to die of freezing and starvation every year.

The introduction and development of cotton crops is a great weapon for Emperor Liu to help the hungry and cold people all over the world.Up to now, cotton products have also begun to spread, from the government, the army, to the people, and those who have used them all say they are good.

Of course, as far as the current situation is concerned, the cotton industry in the empire is still only in its infancy, and there is still great potential and room for development.Cotton seeds still need to be improved, planting techniques need to be improved, and the use of cotton products needs to be greatly developed.

As far as the quality of cotton cloth is concerned, compared with the cloth brought to the empire from the Western Regions in the past, the local cloth is indeed much worse.Moreover, because of its rarity, the price on the market is also very high. Various factors have led to a long and long way to go to achieve the goal of making cotton clothes available to everyone in the world.

But no matter what, if you find the right direction, you can see hope.The Uighur cotton farmers who were brought back by Lu Duoxun at the beginning have become the cotton supervisors of the imperial court because of their merits in nurturing.

During the war in the Western Regions, some people from the Western Regions who took refuge in China, and many who were good at cotton work, applied to the government to do their best for the cotton work of the Han Dynasty.

Not long ago, Emperor Liu issued a special edict that those who made contributions to cotton planting and weaving among the officials and the people would be rewarded heavily, and told the world that if there were great contributors, they would not hesitate to report them with titles.Emperor Liu also spent a lot of thought on mobilizing the enthusiasm of the officials and the people for cotton.

After returning from the tour, in terms of state affairs, the most important order given by Emperor Liu to the prince and the Zhengshitang was also to promote the planting of cotton and Champa rice.

Both cotton and rice, one food and one clothing, are the key development goals of Emperor Liu.In the palace, the use of cotton products is also increasing. Emperor Liu is also doing it himself, taking the lead in cultivating the habit of using cotton among the big men.

"The official is here!" Dafu was lying on the couch, his complexion was not very good, and he was extremely weak. When he saw Liu Chengyou who entered, he struggled to get up.

"You should lie down!" Liu Chengyou hurriedly stopped her, looked at her haggard face, and said very distressedly: "The imperial doctor told you to rest, so you can recuperate, recover with peace of mind, don't bother your mind and body anymore!"

"During this time, you have really worked hard!" As he spoke, Liu Chengyou held the hand of the big talisman, and said, "You used to persuade me before, why didn't you cherish your body?"

"You can't, there is another problem!"

Emperor Liu was not a talkative person in Japan, but at this moment, when he spoke, he was chattering.When the big talisman heard it, his graceful and jade face could not help revealing a bit of rosiness, and replied in a low voice: "I see!"

Her obedient posture also made it difficult for Emperor Liu to "blame" her anymore.

"It's my fault for worrying the officials!" Da Fu said.

After tidying up the quilt for Dafu and covering his body tightly, Liu Chengyou said: "You and I are one, why do you need to say such things. During this period, state affairs are all handled by Liu Yang and the princes. I have plenty of time, so I can Take it out and spend more time with you!"

"I'm physically handicapped, so it's hard to serve me, so let's take a look at other palaces and pavilions!" Da Fu said.

"I am now at a time when my heart is pure and my desires are low!" Liu Chengyou said.

"During this time, Liu Yang has done a good job. I have read some of the memorials he has approved. Although we can't cover all major and trivial matters, they are prudent and prudent, like a king. In the future, the country and society will be handed over to him. I can rest assured!" Emperor Liu muttered beside the couch.

Hearing this, Da Fu glanced at Emperor Liu unexpectedly, only to see his serious face.However, she is not an ordinary court lady. She is very politically wise, and her words are very conservative, saying: "Liu Yang is still young, and there are still many shortcomings. Everything needs experience and follow-up. As a father, you need the help of Chaowen Wu to learn and grow, so don't expect too much from him."

"As a crown prince, I have to shoulder a huge burden. How can I not think deeply about my expectations! At the age of eighteen, I am not too young. At my age, I have already led the army to attack and rule the country!" Liu Chengyou said .

Probably because he felt that his tone was a bit harsh, he paid attention to the expression of the big talisman, and then turned softly: "Don't worry, I have trained him for so many years, and one day, he will become a talent. Now, doesn't he just behave Well done!"

"King Fu is about to have his [-]th birthday!" Emperor Liu changed the subject again.

"Remember, Lao Guan!" Da Fu said in a grateful tone.

"At that time, I will also prepare a gift, so go!" Liu Chengyou said.

"Next year, I plan to take another tour of the south, to see the two lakes, and maybe to Lingnan. The south is hot and humid, and the environment is harsh. You are not feeling well, and you are more concerned about water and soil. It is inconvenient to travel far, so I will stay in Tokyo by then. Well, preside over the harem and take care of Liu Yang," Liu Chengyou said.

The big talisman was a little surprised that Emperor Liu planned to go on tour again, but feeling his firm intentions, he didn't try to dissuade him too much, he just said: "It's good to go out and relax!"

This time, if the trip is made, it may be a real relief. Ever since the Queen Mother passed away, Emperor Liu has been in a bad mood.

The husband and wife chatted for a long time, and Emperor Liu just accompanied Dafu and personally served her with medicines until she was sleepy before leaving and returning to the Long Live Hall.

It's another year of cold winter, and before I know it, the five years of Kaibao will be over again.In the early years, Emperor Liu often felt that time passed quickly, but now he felt that it passed too fast, day after day, year after year.

Five years after returning to Kaibao, there seemed to be only two things, the half-way tour, and the funeral of the queen mother.What's more, it is difficult to leave too deep a memory in Emperor Liu's mind.

It has to be said that although he is not too old, Emperor Liu has a sense of twilight from time to time.The more he experienced, the more Emperor Liu realized that it is really not easy to be a wise emperor. It is too difficult to maintain enthusiasm and concentrate for a long time without slacking off.
In mid-winter and October, a happy event happened in the Kaifeng Han Palace. The "pure-minded" Emperor Liu had No. 14 sons, named Liu Xin, and his mother Shunfei Yeluling.

(End of this chapter)