Han Shizu

Chapter 1520
The breeze is caressing, the green grass is like a cloud, and the inside and outside of Daiyue Town have been rendered a new look by the rich spring.The newly built Zhendian, even if Yanzhou Mansion is dedicated and invested heavily, it is still difficult to handle the reception work of 100,000 people, even if it is reduced to one-tenth, it is still the same.

Therefore, around the brand-new and tidy town, stretches of camps spread out like tofu blocks, and a large number of tents and shacks stood among them, intricate and orderly.

Of course, apart from the accompanying drivers, the tens of thousands of civilians and businessmen who gathered spontaneously did not receive care in terms of food, clothing, housing and transportation. Many people brought their own dry food and slept in the open on the edge of Mount Tai.

On both sides of the royal road leading straight to Mount Tai, the mighty guards stood neatly on the left side of the road, each with a knife on his waist, like a sculpture, without squinting.

In the royal hallway, there are palace people holding brooms, carefully sweeping fallen leaves and dust, doing the work of purifying the dao before the grand ceremony.Accompanied by several officials, Emperor Liu and Empress Fu walked slowly, observing the surroundings.

Zhang Qixian was able to accompany him in case of consultation.However, Emperor Liu seldom asked questions, but remained silent, using his eyes to personally collect all kinds of information and situations.

This made Zhang Qixian feel uneasy. For his work in Yanzhou, he was highly recognized by Prime Minister Zhao Pu. However, judging from the emperor's performance, it seemed that he did not have much kindness. This also made Zhang Qixian wonder whether there was anything that could not be done properly .

Fortunately, King Qin Liu Xu was by his side, and communicated with him in good faith, asking him about the details of the preparations from time to time, which made him feel a little relieved.

The imperial road is not too long, only about thirty li, and two feet wide, which is enough for a Luan to drive through. ups and downs.

On the side of the road, besides the neatly arranged, green and green pagoda tree and pagoda trees, there are also a large number of newly reclaimed farmland extending to both sides, which is full of layers.

Not only has it been reclaimed, but all the wheat has been planted. It is already late spring, and the wheat stalks have dyed the earth into a rich dark green. It looks like it is growing well. Going also makes people feel refreshed.

Probably there was only such a touch of green, which made Emperor Liu feel a little more relaxed. He invited Zhang Qixian, pointed to the wheat field on the left side of the road, and asked, "It took a lot of thought to organize these wheat fields!"

"Returning to Your Majesty, these places were originally wasteland. Although Yanzhou's people are not rich, there are still people who are good at farming. The government paid money, sprouted seedlings, and produced farm tools for farming, and hired thousands of farmers. If the fields on the side are reclaimed, they only need to cultivate according to the requirements of the yamen," Zhang Qixian replied.

"You did a big painting on the land of Daiyue!" Emperor Liu glanced at Zhang Qixian and said, "However, compared with the royal road under my feet, compared with those altars, I am most satisfied. , must belong to these farmlands, these thriving wheat grains! The country is based on agriculture, and the people depend on food, so we should always keep this in mind!"

"Yes!" Zhang Qixian hurriedly responded, finally gaining the positive approval of Emperor Liu.

"How do these farmlands belong?" Emperor Liu asked, thinking of something.

Zhang Qixian said: "The ministers think that it should be assigned to the Shaofu!"

Obviously, the Yanzhou government has considered the special significance of it.Emperor Liu obviously didn't care about these things, he frowned, and gave instructions directly: "No need, should the Shaofu specialize its energy to manage these Xu Tiantu?

I have learned about the surrounding environment, surrounded by mountains and rivers, surrounded by fertile fields, and should be well developed.These fields should also be handed over to the people for cultivation! "

"Yes!"

"I also heard that the Yanzhou government ordered that officials and civilians are not allowed to pass through?" Emperor Liu mentioned another matter.

"It's true!" Unsure of what Emperor Liu was thinking, Zhang Qixian responded cautiously.

"I understand your thoughts!" Emperor Liu didn't take his thoughts into account, and said directly: "This is probably the only time I have come to Mount Tai. After the grand ceremony, let's open the restrictions. After the road is repaired, it will be for people to walk after all, and it will be convenient for the local people. People, that is the best!"

"Your Majesty's love for the people, I am very grateful!" Zhang Qixian opened his mouth and came.

"Okay!" Emperor Liu waved his hand, stopped to think for a while, and said, "The altar of consecration is to the east, go and have a look!"

"Yes!" Zhang Qixian hurriedly arranged for someone to lead the way.

"The grand ceremony is about to come, do you seem to be in a bad mood?" Inside Luanjia, Empress Fu looked at Emperor Liu's brows that were always difficult to relax, and asked softly.

"Did you see it?" Emperor Liu looked up at her.

Fu Hou nodded, and said calmly: "It's not just me, maybe, only a few people can't see it! The servants below are also worried when they think about it. Looking at Zhang Qixian, I'm afraid they are also doubting themselves now!"

"Hehe!" Hearing this, Emperor Liu sneered immediately, and said, "Don't be corrupt, corrupt, or profane, just do what you are supposed to do. Why is he nervous!"

The words were so emphatic that one could stand and talk without back pain. After pondering for a while, Emperor Liu sighed: "A grand ceremony for enshrining Zen, the battle is too big! It is a waste of money and people!"

Hearing what Emperor Liu said, Empress Fu secretly thought that indeed, she looked at the somewhat unhappy Emperor Liu.In fact, she knew in her heart that Emperor Liu had committed the old habit of standing up and down again.

After pondering for a while, Fu Hou said: "Feng Chan is not only your business, but also a major event of the court. This is probably only once in this life. It is understandable to make it more grand. The officials may also want to make the ceremony perfect. , so as not to regret.”

"That's right!" Emperor Liu thought about it again, and smiled after punching the talisman.

The emperor smiled, and the spring that shrouded Mount Tai seemed even more brilliant.Emperor Liu's mood seems to have improved, at least the gloom on his face has dissipated a lot. Perhaps, he just needs a reason, an excuse, and it's best to say it from someone else, and there is no one more suitable than the empress to express comfort.

In Daiyue Town, where the prince stayed, Liu Yang frowned slightly, looking at the old man in brocade clothes who was sitting next to him with white hair dyed his temples.This person is Song Xiong, the governor of Liaodong, who was on the occasion of the Zen ceremony. Regardless of his old age, the veteran came all the way to Mount Tai to watch the ceremony.With its status, it is naturally qualified.

In fact, there are not many military and political officials like him.Of course, the prince Liu Yang and the prime minister Zhao Pu were mainly responsible for the interview when they rushed to the camp.

As for Emperor Liu, he still selectively received some people.Of course, these people are not only here to watch the ceremony, local government affairs, the current situation and difficulties they are facing, and other political issues also need to use this to communicate with the center in person.

Song Xiong has made some achievements in the past few years in Liaodong, and it is easy to make achievements for a place that is waiting to be rebuilt.

After several years of governance, Liaodong has been rebuilt from the ruins of the war. It may not be as good as it was during the Liao Dynasty in all aspects, but the overall environment, whether in politics or people's livelihood, is moving in a stable direction. in development.

Especially on the issue of farming, the achievements have been remarkable. On the Liaohe Plain, production and farming have been completely resumed. In Song Xiong's words, starting from this year, Liaodong has basically eliminated the support of the imperial court for food.Of course, there is a premise, that is, the food and salaries of the Liaodong garrison are calculated separately.

When Song Xiong met Liu Yang, in addition to reporting on the political situation and people's livelihood in Liaodong, the most important thing was to bring a piece of news related to the stability of the Northeast.

"According to Duke Song's opinion, Jurchen and Shiwei people are sure to go to war?" Liu Yang said.

Song Xiong stroked his old beard, and said: "Military news is reported by the horse patrol, and the veteran can only make some guesses from the signs that the Wanyan Department has shown. According to investigations, since the spring of this year, the Wanyan Department has been from In Liaodong, it is easy to get a large amount of food, medicinal materials, shoes and clothing. Roughly, it can be used for half a year by [-] troops. In the case of the Jurchens, it may be able to persist for a longer time.”

"In view of this, the veteran has already ordered to control the transactions with the border market and the Jurchens!" Song Xiong said.

"Why?" Liu Yang asked back.

Song Xiong was a little surprised: "The veteran thought that the priority should be to stabilize the situation in Liaodong at the moment. The Wanyan tribe wanted to provoke troubles and start a war with the Shiwei people, which is not conducive to the stability of Liaodong. Therefore, the veteran believes that the Wanyan tribe should return Certain restrictions should be imposed! And now is the time of His Majesty's ceremony to enshrine Zen."

Liu Yang abruptly interrupted Song Xiong, saying: "Mr. Song should know that the territory under the jurisdiction of Tieli Mansion was originally granted by the imperial court to the Wanyan Department, and he was allowed to take it by himself."

"Old minister understands!" Song Xiong was silent for a while, and then solemnly said: "However, I think that the court should mainly adjust and appease the conflicts among the tribes in the Northeast. Sit back and watch the chaos and attack each other, which is not beneficial to the Northeast. The overall situation will affect the peace of Liaodong, and will also affect the imperial court's control of the Northeast."

(End of this chapter)