Han Shizu

Chapter 225 Xiaoman and Childbirth

At the end of May, Xiaoman arrived, and in the scattered wheat fields in the states of the Central Plains, the grains of wheat were gradually full and mature, and the summer harvest was about to begin.In contrast, there are patches of millet planted in spring, which are entering the stage of vigorous growth. This is the result of the emperor's several times instructing the imperial court and prefectures and counties to manage agriculture.

There are incentive policies, measures to reduce burdens, and punishment of bad officials and suppression of bandits. After so long, they have finally given some hope to the people who have suffered from chaos and chaos.

On the outskirts of Zhongmu County, the old farmer, wearing a bamboo hat, walked out with his children and grandchildren from the several acres of wheat fields of his family, and then went to the corn fields to see the growth.Looking up at the increasingly scorching sun, feeling the dryness in the air, and then glancing at the dry fields around him, on the old face full of ravines, a trace of concern inevitably appeared in anticipation: "It is difficult to grow awn seeds. what"

This is obviously a farmer with rich farming experience, who has foreseen that there may be problems when planting in summer.According to common sense, after Xiaoman passed, the rainfall increased, but maybe it was affected by the drought in Hebei. It rained all together, and the rainfall was not much.

He sighed heavily, but looked at his family's dozens of acres of fields, and showed a little smile again.Bend your body, call your strong sons and grandchildren, go into the fields, and take care of the millet fields. This season is the time when the crops need to be taken care of.

The price of food in Tokyo has finally dropped, perhaps because the summer harvest is approaching, or the food that is easy to get from Jingnan and Shu is being imported one after another, and the government keeps announcing it.Jingnan's grain was negotiated to obtain more than [-] dendrobiums, which were successively put into the Tokyo market to stabilize grain prices.Of course, except for the "tribute grain" of [-] Dendrobium, the rest had to be purchased by the imperial court at the expense of gold and silver.

As for the grain of Houshu, the road is far away, and it is still on the way, but the quantity is large.After some urgent negotiations, Meng Chang, the Lord of Shu, agreed to exchange the prisoners and spent [-] hu of rice to redeem the defeated soldiers of the Shu army.In addition, another [-] dendrobium grains were approved.Meng Chang has been planting land in Liangchuan for more than ten years, with [-] dendrobium rice grains, without blinking an eye.

Of course, the price is that the Great Han signed a contract with Hou Shu, the two countries ceased fighting to repair the war, resumed normal diplomatic exchanges, and officially recognized that Qin Fengjie's four states belonged to Shu.For food, Liu Chengyou also pinched his nose, hoping that Wang Jun, who was in charge of the negotiation, agreed.Left and right, the signing of the contract is to be torn up, and besides, the four prefectures of Qin and Feng cannot get it back for the time being.

In the Bian Palace, a new Guanjia Hall was added, which was renamed and transformed from the old hall. From its name, it can be seen that it was an act of show to show that the emperor attached importance to farming.

In front of the hall, there is only a vegetable field for the time being, with two rows of eggplants and beans sparsely planted.Liu Chengyou changed into coarse cloth clothes, with a bamboo hat on his head, and took care of it slowly.These are all planted by him under the guidance of the agricultural officials.

On the side, Yang Bin and other ministers stood silently by his side, watching Liu Chengyou put on a show.

"Xiaoman is about to pass, and the summer harvest is approaching. The imperial court wants to urge subordinates in Daozhou and counties to prepare for harvesting grain and rice. I have been struggling for more than half a year for autumn planting and summer harvest. There must be no problems in this joint!" Liu Chengyou squatted down Body, holding a small hoe, while digging weeds, while giving orders to the ministers next to him.

"Yes. Please rest assured, Your Majesty!" Yang Bin watched Liu Chengyou's movements calmly, and replied in a deep voice.

rest assured?If he was really at ease, he would not make such gestures, and he would never leave agriculture in his daily discussions of politics.During this period of time, Liu Chengyou really devoted all his attention to farming.

"The care and management of summer and spring plowing grains must not be relaxed. Officials in all states and counties must make proper arrangements!" Standing up, Liu Chengyou urged again.

After pondering for a while, a little melancholy appeared between Liu Chengyou's brows, and said: "Recently, the rainfall has been light and the weather is unusual. I heard that it is not conducive to summer planting. All states in the Central Plains must also prepare for drought!"

"Yes!" Li Tao lowered his hands and bowed deeply, "Your Majesty is worried about the national economy and the people's livelihood, and never forgets the farming season. I am so grateful to you!"

Liu Chengyou waved his hand, wiped the blemish on his forehead, raised his eyes to the north, and suddenly asked, "How is the drought in Hebei?"

"According to the reports from various prefectures to persuade farmers, there are signs of aggravation!" Dou Zhengu's tone seemed a little heavy: "If there is no change, the summer and autumn grain harvest this year will inevitably fail! If it is more serious, there may even be a food shortage!"

Hearing this, Liu Chengyou's movements obviously froze for a moment, and then he sighed wistfully: "Hebei is too busy to take care of itself, it seems that this year we can't count on the food from the north!"

During the discussion, the servant hurried to the front of the hall, took a few breaths, and then called out: "Official."

"What's the matter?" Liu Chengyou glanced at him, showing displeasure.

"Cuifang Palace is here to report that Concubine Shu has given birth!" Startled by Liu Chengyou's gaze, the servant hastened to report.

After saying this, Liu Chengyou's expression relaxed, and the courtiers around congratulated him in unison: "Congratulations, Your Majesty!"

"Farming matters, I need you all to take care of them!" After a word of advice, Liu Chengyou quickly returned to the hall to clean the dust, changed into a suit of clothes, and hurried to the Cuifang Hall.

Cuifang Hall became the busiest place in the entire palace city in a short period of time. With Concubine Shu Geng's giving birth, the inside and outside of the hall fell into a tense and busy environment.

The sun had already set to the west, and the dim light sprinkled on the hall, covering it with a layer of brilliance, but under the brilliance, it was oppressive and heavy.

In the inner room, Geng's heart-piercing moans of pain could be heard intermittently, from which one could feel a wave of exhaustion, and it had been more than three hours.For normal childbirth, it's not too long, but what happened to Gunn happened to be not.

Dystocia.

In the hall, Liu Chengyou sat behind the couch with a blank face, motionless.Don't look at him calmly, but he is unavoidably anxious.After all, she was his concubine, and after all, he was his first heir.

Upon receiving the news from here, Empress Dowager Li, Empress Fu and Imperial Concubine Gao arrived one after another, and they all stayed aside at the moment, with expressions of anxiety on their faces.

Dafu sat beside Liu Chengyou, listening to Geng's painful groans from time to time, she also felt terrified.Seeing Liu Chengyou's bitter face, he couldn't help but grab his hand and comfort him softly: "Guan, it will be fine."

"Yeah." Liu Chengyou responded.

After more than half an hour, the midwife Wen stepped out, her face full of exhaustion, her body full of blood, and she reported to Li Shi and Liu Chengyou in a deep voice that Geng's body was weak and her condition was not optimistic.

"It's so troublesome to give birth to a child! Could it be that you didn't try your best?" Liu Chengyou slapped the table heavily, and finally broke out, his tone was severe, his eyes were sharp, and there was murderous intent.

With his reaction, the hall was filled with awe, and the woman Wen couldn't help shivering.

"Erlang!" Seeing this scene, Li got up and called Liu Chengyou in time.

"The officials are impatient, don't be nervous, go back to the delivery room, continue to midwife, and ensure the safety of Concubine Shu and the prince!" Li Shi warmly comforted Mrs. Wen, showing her kindness.

Looking at Liu Chengyou, Mrs. Li thought for a while, walked up to him, and said in a relieved tone: "Erlang, you can't be of much help here, so let's go back to the Chuigong Palace for now, you still need to deal with major political affairs. Here, leave it to the old man!"

Looking up at Mrs. Li, his mother's gaze made him widen slightly.To Li Shi, he couldn't control his temper, and turned his head to look at the delivery room. Geng Shi's moans of pain had weakened, as if he had exhausted all his strength.

Taking a deep breath, Liu Chengyou solemnly bowed to Mrs. Li: "Please mother."

Speaking, with a hint of anxiety, Liu Chengyou left slowly.

"You guys go back to the bedroom too!" After Liu Chengyou left, Mrs. Li looked at Dafu and Mrs. Gao who were at a loss, and ordered.

The two women looked at each other, dared not say anything, and replied, "Yes!"

(End of this chapter)