Han Shizu

Chapter 1209 What happened to Duke Jin's south tour
"Sanlang, sit down!" In the East Palace, Liu Yang introduced Liu Xi who was still in Beijing to his seat, poured him a cup of herbal tea, and said, "It's midsummer, the weather is hot, drink some iced drinks to relieve dryness!"

"Thank you second brother!" Liu Xi sat down with a free and easy expression, and the whole person was in a relaxed state.

"It's been more than half a year since I went on this southern tour. Father and Madam Gao miss me very much. It's good to be back!" Liu Yang said.

"I have paid my respects to my parents!" Liu Xi said with a more serious expression, "Although the scenery in the south is different from that of the Central Plains, it is also unique. If it wasn't for the summer, the weather would be too hot, and my wife would be pregnant. Stay longer!"

"Is the younger brother and sister pregnant?" Liu Yang asked as if he had grasped something important.

"Yes!" Liu Xi was a little embarrassed, and replied, with a smile unconsciously showing on the corner of his mouth: "I was left in Yaohua Palace, waiting for my mother to nudge."

Hearing this, Liu Yang also showed a slightly reserved smile, and said, "Congratulations! In this way, the descendants of the Tian family will become more and more prosperous, which is showing the prosperity of the Han Dynasty!"

"My sister-in-law gave birth to another son. Not long ago, Concubine Hui also gave us a fifteenth younger brother."

"I returned to Beijing for the first time, and I don't know much about the situation. It seems that I have to prepare two gifts for congratulations!" Liu Xi laughed.

After saying that, Liu Xi keenly noticed a little disappointment in Liu Yang's eyes, and when he thought about the topic of discussion, he suddenly realized.He opened his mouth, but didn't say anything after all.

As time went by, the crown princess was sterile and Liu Yang had no children, which also began to be magnified.This is a hidden worry for both the country and the family.And as a brother, Liu Xi couldn't say anything rashly.

"Sanlang went south this time and visited two lakes and two provinces. How is the governance situation? How do you feel? Have you found any problems?" Liu Yang quickly adjusted and talked about serious matters with Liu Xi.

When Liu Xi was asked to go south, he was not only asked to spend his honeymoon. The most important thing was to observe the governance of Zhongnan and understand the local people's conditions.

"I have to say that my father's vision is unmatched by anyone. Although he is good at the Central Plains, he has a clear understanding of the situation in the two lakes and Guangdong!" Speaking of this, Liu Xi became more serious, and flattered from the bottom of his heart. .

Regarding some of the situation that has already been reported to Emperor Liu, Liu Xi put it succinctly: "It has been [-] years since the imperial court took control of the two lakes, and after such a long period of construction, the achievements have been remarkable.

With the benefits of the rivers and lakes, it can become a land of fish and rice. It can be hoped that as long as the development and cultivation continue, the two lakes will surely become the new granary of the imperial court.With a population of less than 150 million in Hunan, there are 23 hectares of registered land, which is rare in Daozhou across the country.

However, as far as I can see, the actual number of acres in Hunan may not only be as many as those registered in the official registers, but in reality, there should be many unregistered farmlands.Moreover, given the size of the two lakes, the land available for development should be doubled! "

Listening to Liu Xi's narration, Liu Yang kept nodding: "It seems that the situation is indeed consistent with the situation reported below, and it is still limited by Dingkou!"

"The imperial court moved people to Hunan several times, and the number of people who moved into Hunan was about 700,000. Coupled with its own growth, it has just reached its current scale and is no longer in the depression of the past.

I had an exchange with Li Shijun, and according to him, the people in Hunan are happy to have children these years, and when this generation grows up, Hunan will develop faster, and the longer it takes, the disadvantage of its population will be gradually resolved.”

"How is Master Li doing? Is Zeng'an okay?" Hearing Liu Xi mention Li Fang, Liu Yang couldn't help asking.

Among the ministers, with whom Liu Yang has the best relationship, there is no one other than Li Fang.It's just that during the years when Li Fang was released, perhaps to avoid suspicion, the two of them didn't have too intensive contacts, and Liu Yang only sent people some gifts during the festivals to show his affection.

As for Liu Xi, who also knew the relationship and relationship between the two, he said: "Li Shijun is a virtuous minister, diligent in governing and educating the people, and at the same time has outstanding literary talents. Hunan has a strong cultural atmosphere and has produced many talented scholars. As far as I have heard, those people are also happy to submit to Li Shijun.

Several political leaders in Hunan, from Duke Zan to Duke Bian, and then to Duke Li, have carried out policies in the same line, emphasizing agriculture and supporting the people, so their official reputation in Sanxiang is very good."

Hearing this, Liu Yang showed a little smile.

Liu Xi continued: "I stayed in Hunan for a whole month and visited the prefectures and counties. Under the governance of several envoys, the people's livelihood can be said to be stable and prosperous, and the public security situation is also good.

What is particularly prominent is that the integration and coexistence between Han and barbarians has also made great progress.In the past, no matter from the classics or local newspapers, the most unstable people in Hunan were the Manyao tribe in the west, who gathered together almost every year to disturb the towns.

Nowadays, such situations are rare, and even if they happen, they are quickly extinguished.Among them, in addition to the strong suppression and suppression by generals such as Pan and Li and the garrison in the early years, it also lies in the court's appeasement policy.

Some Yaoman leaders headed by Qin Zaixiong, Marquis of Hongjiang, were dedicated and dedicated to leading the Chuman to naturalize one after another after surrendering.Today, among the registered population in Hunan, the number of naturalized Yao and Miao people already exceeds [-].I have personally inspected it, and most of them have their own land, woodland, and houses, and their hearts belong to the Han, and their children also learn Mandarin more.”

"Although the Xiang people are called barbarians, they can still be educated. This is the effect of attacking the mind!" Liu Yang couldn't help but sighed: "If there is such a result, it means that the established policy of the imperial court is correct!"

This is natural. Moreover, it cannot be said that the policies led by Emperor Liu will be wrong.
"So it seems that the political and public conditions in Hunan are all good?" Looking at Liu Xi, Liu Yang asked. Obviously, he felt that Liu Xi was only picking out good things to talk about.

"Of course not!" Liu Xi shook his head naturally, and said, "In the early years, for the rapid recovery of Hunan, the imperial court gave favors and reduced taxes. However, since the recovery, the burden on the people has also increased. !"

"Huh?" Liu Yang was slightly stunned, and immediately frowned: "Reducing the burden on the people and nurturing the people is the main purpose of Kaibao's policy. What's wrong with it?"

Liu Xi said: "Over the past few years, Hunan has built too many projects of various types. There are many large-scale projects and constant small-scale projects. Given Hunan's population, it has naturally caused excessive corvee labor. Although the government has compensated, the squeeze on people's power is still a bit serious. .”

"Master Li is not a person who doesn't consider people's feelings and abuses people's power!" Liu Yang said.

Liu Xi replied: "There are still too few people! Li Gong also responded to the imperial court's policy. Roads, dams, ditches, reservoirs, these facilities are also related to people's livelihood, and even the safety of the people has to invest a lot of manpower. Although It’s a bit bitter, but Hunan hasn’t had any floods or droughts for many years.”

Only then did Liu Yang show a comprehension expression, and pondered: "It seems that a book must be made for Hunan, and the use of people's power should be restrained!"

"Li Gong is a well-measured person, so there is no trouble, but the people are indeed tired. Throughout the year, in addition to farming for a living, paying taxes, there are also village soldiers training at certain times, and a lot of labor is added. , It’s really hard work,” Liu Xi said.

"In addition!" Liu Xi continued: "There are many silver pits in the southern states. Over the years, the annual silver production has exceeded 90,000 taels. Guaranteed, this point should be adjusted!"

Liu Yang was obviously also interested, and murmured: "This is indeed worthy of attention, and the population that develops mines should also be assigned to more suitable people!"

After regaining his senses, Liu Yang looked at Liu Xi calmly. Facts have proved that this third brother is lazy on the outside, but beautiful on the inside.

"It seems that you did see a lot during this trip to the south! You should prepare a memorial to describe what you have seen and heard in detail!" Liu Yang said.

Liu Xi nodded happily: "I'll write it when I get home, and I'll give it to my second brother as well!"

"Okay! Let's talk about the situation in Lingnan."

(End of this chapter)