Han Shizu

Chapter 397 Shi Gong Zhenluo: Public Complaints Abound

The situation in Jingnan and Xiangzhou was quickly reported back to Tokyo and reported to the emperor, which surprised even Liu Chengyou. If he hadn't kept his head clear all the time, he would have had the illusion of submission from all over the world.

"The Duke of Qi is really the elder of the country, the pillar of the south sky, loyalty is commendable, loyalty is commendable!" Liu Chengyou narrowed his eyes into a joyful arc, and praised An Shenqi in his mouth.

Fan Zhigong stood in the hall and said: "Duke Qi is strict and clear, he is lenient and simple, he is good at the strategy of strangeness and righteousness, and he is familiar with the law of loneliness and emptiness. Using it to town Xiangzhou is like the Great Wall. Your Majesty can rest in peace!"

Liu Chengyou nodded, and his joy was beyond words: "I heard that his son An Shouzhong is also a young talent, and he is well-known in Xiangzhou. The Duke of Qi intends to let him enter the court as a general. The country is employing people. With this talent, How can I not accept it with a smile?" Liu Chengyou pointed to an official waiting on the side: "Decree to the Privy Council that after An Shouzhong arrives in Tokyo, the military position will be arranged because he can be properly placed!"

"It's good to get the name of An Shouzhong too, Duke Qi's heart is full of sincerity."

"Yes!"

The name of the official who served the order was Wang Zhu, and he looked very gentle. Well, Wang Pu went south to Suzhou to take up his post, and the emperor was surrounded by young people again.

In the third year of Qianyou's reign, the imperial examinations of the Han Dynasty were held regularly, and Zhao Shangjiao, the Minister of Rites, still knew about the tribute examinations. This time, the scale of recruiting talents was unprecedented, and thousands of scholars were selected from various disciplines.And this king's work is a Jinshi and ranks in the forefront, and was very lucky to be "selected" by the emperor, and the official worshiped the right to pick up the relics and served the imperial court.

For the name "Wang Zhu", Liu Chengyou has a vague impression in his mind. Sometimes, the names and experiences of famous ministers and heroes are easy to forget, but the protagonists in some "little stories" can retain their memories for a long time.

The story is probably that Song Taizu Zhao Kuangyin hosted a banquet. Wang Zhu was at the banquet, drinking heavily, missing the old master of the Later Zhou Dynasty, and making loud noises. Zhao Kuangyin was not guilty and ordered someone to help him to rest.Wang Zhu refused, and hid himself in the screen and wept bitterly.A courtier came up to ask Zhao Kuangyin to punish him for his crime of nostalgia for the previous dynasty. Zhao Kuangyin showed his magnanimity and said that a scholar was drunk and knew his temper. It is not surprising.
Later, Wang Zhu died of a sudden illness.

Therefore, among many top-ranked Jinshi, Liu Chengyou chose Wang Zhu, who has "eyes". Now, he no longer needs to only stare at "historical celebrities".
"Your Majesty, how should you respond to the request of King Nanping to provide food and pay?" Fan Zhi asked.

Mentioning this, Liu Chengyou couldn't help being amused, and smiled a little reservedly: "This Gao Baorong's stingy temper comes from his father, and he started to discuss the price with me!"

A faint smile appeared on Fan Zhi's serious face all the year round, and he said, "I have seen the reverence King Nanping has for His Majesty and the court!"

After pondering for a while, Liu Chengyou said: "Send someone to answer Gao Baorong, and say that I have agreed to his request. He will provide food for the army of Tunli for three months, and after that, it will be transported by the three states of Xiang, An, and Ying!"

As he spoke and glanced at Fan Zhi, Liu Chengyou said with emotion in his tone: "Jing Nan is so obedient to the imperial court, it is difficult, and I should understand it, otherwise it will be passed on, so that people in the world will not be too domineering. Ah. In this way, the imperial edict bestowing fifty bolts of Gao Baorong silk is a kindness from me!"

"Yes!"

This time, Liu Chengyou's intention for the arrangement in Jinghu, besides plotting against the Southern Tang Dynasty, is not only about the soldiers and horses, but also the money and food.

This is the first year of Qianyou, after Quemengshu and Pinghezhong, Liu Chengyou once again showed his minions to the outside world.This is also an attempt, and the effect is gratifying. Facts have proved that the current Dahan Center has a much greater influence on the local area than Liu Chengyou imagined.

For a long time, in view of the difficulties and hardships since the founding of the People's Republic of China and the current situation and national conditions, Liu Chengyou has always been cautious and cautious, walking on thin ice.After that, no matter whether he used politics or military, he felt that he could be bolder.
"Your Majesty, the Center has recently received reports from many Xijing officials staying in Taiwan, all of which impeach Xijing staying behind Shi Hongzhao!" Fan Zhi mentioned the matter: "The Political Affairs Hall does not dare to be self-reliant, please give me your Majesty's instruction!"

"I'm afraid these are some commonplace questions again!" Liu Chengyou asked lightly, with a look of indifference.

Since Shi Hongzhao was released to Luoyang, with his forceful and non-speaking style, he concocted bureaucrats, honored ministers, tyrants, and wealthy businessmen in Xijing into what can be described as "desperate to death".During his duty, there were always voices of impeachment and slander, which came continuously. If there was no report from Xijing for a month, Tokyo would not be used to it.

However, because of the black-bellied emperor Liu Chengyou, he was very satisfied with Shi Hongzhao's work in Luoyang.There are so many honored ministers and rich men in Xijing who have sucked the blood of the great man, and it is time for a villain like Shi Hongzhao to grind them.

Therefore, Liu Chengyou was not surprised to hear that Fan Zhi brought up the impeachment of Shi Hongzhao again, it was just normal.

However, Fan Zhi obviously had other ideas, reminding him: "Your Majesty, this situation is a bit special!"

"Huh?" Sure enough, it caught Liu Chengyou's attention: "What's going on? Tell me!"

"Because His Majesty inspected the country's land and Dingkou edict, Shi Hongzhao ordered his officials, officers, soldiers, and servants to conduct a comprehensive investigation in Luoyang. This was originally ordered by the edict, but the officials below acted too willfully. There are many ministers who bought land and set up manors in Xijing, but many of them have not been registered. Shi Hongzhao is still registered, and he will be verified according to the map, and all those who are not in the register will be confiscated."

"In this way, there are countless people who lost their homes and land in Xijing. People's grievances accumulated from this, and hatred arose. Some people gathered money to join forces to hire rangers to assassinate them. They were captured and killed by Shi Hongzhao. Later, troops were sent to Xijing City The mastermind was hunted down, dozens of people were arrested, tortured and interrogated, without verification, and without reporting to Tokyo, they all abandoned the market!"

"Your Majesty, at present in Xijing, scholars, people, officials and businessmen are all angry because of Shi's administration, and the voice of resentment is enough to convey the truth."

After listening to Fan Zhi's report, Liu Chengyou couldn't help but become more serious. He frowned and said, "Duke Zheng acted according to the imperial court's order. What's wrong with him? Where did the people complain?"

As he said that, he glanced at Fan Zhi: "The land is the foundation of the people, and they rely on food and clothing. Why didn't those who connect the fields and fields register with the government early? Don't I know the reason? In recent years, Xijing has recruited people to cultivate and reclaim land. , the place where military merits are rewarded, has it ever been invaded? Who is Fan Qing referring to when he speaks of people's resentment and anger?"

Although it was not aimed at Fan Zhi, the emperor's repeated questions fell into Fan Zhi's ears, which made the always calm and serious minister feel uneasy.

Seeing Liu Chengyou's face was cold and hard, still wanting to maintain Shi Hongzhao's appearance, he couldn't help sighing silently: "Your Majesty."

Without waiting for his words to come out, Liu Chengyou said again: "However, Zheng Guogong is a warrior who has always been tough. He acted too aggressively and handled it improperly, which is also wrong. Arbitrary arrests and blatant killings are suspected of taking human life, which is even more wrong!"

After this statement, Liu Chengyou looked at Fan Zhi: "Fan Qing thinks, how should we deal with this matter?"

The Son of Heaven’s question obviously showed signs of changing his mind, but Fan Zhi remained calm and cautious: “Duke Zheng Guo was in Luo, and he used to use harsh punishments and strict laws to rule the government. , when I went to the market, I was in a hurry, talking in private, not daring to raise my voice, and there was not even a trace of laughter in Baiershifang. When Zheng Gong was in office, the people in Xijing could not live in peace, the merchants could not work happily, and there was a lot of anger. Especially This time, the handling was too inappropriate.”

It was not that Shi Hongzhao was blamed. Fan Zhi thought of something and changed his words: "However, these situations are all based on memorials and rumors. His Majesty still needs to send someone to verify the truth. After all, staying in Xijing is a national duty. The Duke is also the founding father of the country, how to deal with it, I ask His Majesty to order it!"

After hearing Fan Zhi's words, Liu Chengyou took a deep breath and asked, "How long has Shi Hongzhao been working in Xijing?"

"It's four months away, that's three years!" Fan Zhi replied.

"Then let him move. The Zhengshitang can discuss what position he should move, whether to transfer back to Tokyo, or move to another town!" Liu Chengyou directly ordered.

In fact, Liu Chengyou has long wanted to transfer Shi Hongzhao away, and if he is allowed to suppress it, Luoyang may be abolished
"Yes!"

Before Fan Zhi resigned, Liu Chengyou suddenly asked in a flat tone: "Whoever was confiscated by Zheng Guogong, is there your Fan family?"

(End of this chapter)