Han Shizu

Chapter 1688 The Weight of Nanyang
When Liu Chengxun returned to the court this time, Emperor Liu naturally sent a summons. After a little beating, Emperor Liu regained his kindness and kindness, smiled slightly, and said, "Let's talk about the business!"

"I respectfully listen to the oracle!" Hearing this, Liu Chengxun immediately became solemn.

Seeing this, Emperor Liu immediately waved his hand and said softly, "You don't have to be so serious, just relax! It's not a big deal. Over the years, Dahan has become more and more connected with overseas countries, especially with countries in Southeast Asia. , You should know something about such matters!"

Hearing Emperor Liu mention this, Liu Chengxun immediately fell in love, secretly thinking about Emperor Liu's intentions.Recalling some situations about Nanyang in my mind, I organized my words before saying: "I am not very familiar with Nanyang affairs.

However, in the past two years in Jiangning, many overseas businessmen have entered the country to do business, and there are also many local business travelers who organize fleets to go south. From their mouths, they have a first glimpse of the appearance of Nanyang.

Its territory is vast, there are many island countries, and barbarians gather together, but most of them are uncivilized and ignorant of etiquette.However, the local climate is warm, the four seasons are not very distinct, and the products are abundant. Rice is often grown three or even four times a year.This is also one of the reasons why Han merchants actively went south for trade and cultivation!

It is said that in Nanyang, when the seeds are sown, there is no need for much cooking, let alone intensive cultivation, and you can wait for the harvest.Such a precious land has fallen into the hands of a barren land. It is a pity to think about it, and it is also emotional! "

"You're right!" Emperor Liu nodded after listening to his eloquent talk: "Although it belongs to a land outside the culture, it is an out-and-out treasure land, even better than most of the land of the Han Dynasty. Of course, it is uncivilized. It also means disobedience to Wang Hua."

Liu Chengxun immediately echoed and said: "I have also heard about the war against the Three Buddhas. However, Master Wang went south and was invincible. After this lesson, he humbly offered generous gifts and hurriedly asked for peace. This small barbarian country should also be at peace!"

"I don't care whether he sincerely seeks peace, whether he is happy to surrender, or is overwhelmed by military power, it doesn't matter. I only care about whether the majesty of the Han Dynasty to the countries can be maintained, whether the management of Nanyang can continue, and whether the Han merchants and the people Whether the development of Nanyang can last for a long time is a good thing for the country and the people, and it is also the court's century-old plan!" Emperor Liu said firmly.

"I often think that the rise and fall of dynasties in the past dynasties, the reason for the cycle of governance and chaos, firstly lies in the land, especially in the late dynasty, the land contradiction of more people and less land is the fundamental problem of the chaos, coupled with the inevitable land annexation, even more is to exacerbate the conflict.

It has been more than 30 years since the founding of the Han Dynasty, [-] years of recuperation and reunion, and now there are similar signs. Although the imperial court has strictly implemented several times of immigration to the border, it only delays this trend.

However, according to the reports of Wu Desi and other localities, the population of Daozhou in the south today has increased rapidly, almost double that before the reunification, but there is only so much land that can be worked.

In the past, I formulated many policies to restrict land mergers and increase land transaction taxes. The purpose is to let the people of the Han Dynasty have land to grow, food to eat, and people to have enough food and clothing, so naturally they will not resist the rule of the imperial court.

However, these are palliative and improvement methods after all, and whether they can last and how long they can last is also debatable.I am in power, and the top and bottom dare not disobey, and can barely implement it.

But what about me?Can the successor, or even the next generation, resolutely implement it? Even if it can be effectively followed, will it persist with that ability and prestige as time goes by?I am not at ease on this point! "

Speaking of this, Emperor Liu paused and looked at Liu Chengxun's reaction.Regardless of his serious expression, Emperor Liu was very satisfied with his extremely serious listening.

Taking another sip of tea, Emperor Liu continued: "Over the years, I've pondered over this matter repeatedly, intending to find a solution. However, due to my virtue and limited intellect, there is no radical solution.

After thinking about it, in the end, we can only continue to forge ahead and use the sword of the Han Dynasty to fight for more land for the people of the Han Dynasty to survive and cultivate.Let Dahan's land be enough to carry the surge in population.

Regardless of whether it is an expedition to the east or a war to the west, in addition to consolidating the frontier defense, its fundamental purpose is this.However, although the western land is vast, it is densely covered with sand and moraine, the land is barren, the road is far away, and the eastern land is fertile, but it is bitter and cold, difficult and remote.

Compared with the two, the land of Nanyang can be said to be blessed by nature, a land with great potential, and a land of hope for the Han Empire and the people.

In the future, if there is insufficient land in the country, then Nanyang will be the best place for immigrants to eat, and the best way to transfer conflicts and ease the crisis of Han rule!
Even I know that this is still not a cure, but it is the best strategy I can think of.For generations to come, I don't have that extravagant hope, but it is worth working hard to prolong the country.

Therefore, even if it is the fate of the Han Dynasty, the development of Nanyang cannot be stopped, and even more investment is required to encourage and support those business travelers who are not afraid of difficulties and are aggressive! "

"Your Majesty has amazing insight, far-sighted vision, and magnificent stamina. I am very impressed!" Hearing Emperor Liu's big remarks, Liu Chengxun looked dumbfounded. After being slightly shocked, he immediately shot a series of rainbow farts.

Of course, his astonishment was not a lie. Emperor Liu's words revealed too many things, and his focus was profound. There were many things that ordinary people dare not think about.

Even if you dare to think about it, you dare not bring it up, and only Emperor Liu can say it.At the same time, his impression of Nanyang is only in terms of remoteness, wildness, fertileness and so on. Many businessmen and Han people who went to Nanyang have obtained benefits from it, but he never thought that Emperor Liu would see it It is so important that it is actually linked to the Great Han National Games.

Although he echoed in his mouth, praising Emperor Liu for his grand scale and superb knowledge, but from the bottom of his heart, he felt that his exaggerations were exaggerated, and even a little unreliable.

Emperor Liu didn't care about Liu Chengxun's reaction, but continued: "In recent years, there have been frequent disputes between the court and China regarding the development of Nanyang. Some people are dissatisfied with the rise of commercial trade and the improvement of the status of merchants. Some people are dissatisfied with the huge expenditure of the navy.

However, in fact, while the big man has invested heavily, he has also reaped a lot. In recent years, the finances and taxes obtained from overseas trade and reclamation have already accounted for nearly [-]% of the imperial court's finances.

What kind of income is this, even if you have never dealt with finances, you can understand its value after thinking about it! "

Liu Chengxun nodded: "Jiangning Shipbuilding Department's annual income is like water, and Jiangnan Finance is also jealous. It has long been the intention of taking a share!"

"Therefore, regardless of immediate interests or long-term plans, the pace of expansion to Nanyang cannot be stopped. It is the blessed land bestowed by God on the Great Han, and the future of the Great Han is also in Nanyang.

In the future, while consolidating the country, the Great Han will also need to fight for the sea. This is a century-old plan for the country, and it cannot be shaken! "Emperor Liu said resolutely.

Even if there are many doubts in his mind, Liu Chengxun can only express his support.Then, after realizing it, he looked at Emperor Liu who was speaking dryly, and asked for instructions: "I don't know what your majesty wants me to do?"

Upon hearing this, Emperor Liu said casually: "Although I have decided on the Nanyang strategy, there are still many people who hold conservative ideas. It is not good to be complacent. This needs to be further clarified.

I intend to let you represent me, the imperial court, to tour Nanyang, spread the glory of the heavenly dynasty, and also publicize the Han's strategic policy towards Nanyang to internal and external officials and people all over the world.

To put it simply, we must unify our thinking and work hard to go south. I don't want to waste my words with those pedantic people anymore! "

Hearing Emperor Liu's order, Liu Chengxun was unavoidably astonished, and even felt like he was exiling himself. However, seeing Emperor Liu's solemn expression, he felt a little relieved.

There is no need to think too much about this task, and there is no room for rejection at all, so Liu Chengxun got up and bowed to him after only a little chanting, "Your Majesty wants to entrust you with me, so I have nothing to say, just do it yourself! "

"Okay!" Seeing Liu Chengxun's quick answer, Emperor Liu smiled again, and immediately praised: "You are still like this, and you will never disappoint my expectations!"

Liu Chengxun smiled, not mentioning what he thought in his heart, but with a generous expression on his face: "Your Majesty is serious! I enjoy the glory brought by the big man and Your Majesty, so I should do my best and dare not say anything! "

"Well!" Emperor Liu was very satisfied with Liu Chengxun's awareness, and his tone became calm: "You have worked hard back in Beijing, and you have to rest for a while. I have prepared a mission for you. After all the preparations are completed, you can set off. !"

"The minister obeys the imperial edict!"

(End of this chapter)