Kingdom of Heaven and Han

Chapter 133 Chen Yuyi

Fancheng and Xiangyang sandwich the Han River, one is in the north of the river and the other is in the south of the river.During the Three Kingdoms period, Guan Yu was so powerful in China, and the Seventh Army was flooded here. At this time, Xiangyang in the south was the capital of Jingxi South Road, and Fancheng was a small town.Although the town is small, it is an important wharf for crossing the Han River, and the riverside is extremely prosperous.

Standing on the ferry, Wang Xiaolie saw that there were no people living in the houses by the river, and sighed: "In this battle, countless families were separated, and many families were destroyed. It is a tragedy through the ages."

Shao Ling who was beside him said: "Yes, this is an important port between the north and the south, so it is so prosperous. After a war, it will be so dilapidated."

The north wind howled, Wang Xiaolie looked at the few boats by the Han River, feeling a little sad for a while.

Although Xiangyang Mansion was breached by Jin soldiers last year, the damage was not much.The Jin soldiers were at the end of their strength when they arrived here, and they quickly retreated after breaking through the city. The city suffered little damage.In addition, many people from the north fled here, and it is the most prosperous place Wang Xiaolie has ever seen.

Crossed the Han River and entered Xiangyang City.

Shao Ling said: "Prefect Li left in a hurry when he heard that Yang was coming to attack. Niu Gao and I defeated Yang Jin on the opposite bank, and when we learned of the prefecture's military order, we immediately entered Xiangyang City. Therefore, this battle has no effect on Xiangyang, and the city is now Prosperity remains the same."

Wang Xiaolie said: "In the past few years, this is the most prosperous city I have seen. The population is at its peak, and the market is also lively."

Gossiping on both sides, they entered Xiangyang government office.

Sitting down in the hall, Shao Ling recruited two people.One is Qiu Yasi, and the other is Zhong Kongmu.After the officials fled, the two are now the highest in status, in charge of all sorts of chores.

Saluting to Wang Xiaolie, the two stood still.

Wang Xiaolie said: "National affairs are difficult, and the market is not peaceful. These days, what is the important matter in Xiangyang City?"

Zhong Kongmu cupped his hands: "From my observation, Xiangyang has been fairly peaceful this year. There are many people who have taken refuge from the north, and the market is quite prosperous. Governor Li is here to rest and recuperate, not to disturb the people's livelihood, and there is nothing urgent."

Looking at the two of them, Wang Xiaolie smiled.Said: "This is the best. These days, I still trouble you to deal with daily affairs and wait for the imperial edict. Before the imperial edict comes, I will temporarily stay in Xiangyang to prevent any trouble."

Zhong Kongmu and Qiu Yasi said yes together.

Order the two to leave.Wang Xiaolie said to Shao Ling: "What I am most afraid of is that these public officials say that there is nothing wrong inside and outside. How can there be nothing in such a big city? The so-called peace means that things are suppressed by these people, and ordinary people suffer."

Shao Ling said: "When I was in Ruzhou, everyone said it was peaceful. The magistrate ordered the public officials to report themselves. What happened? This time Yang Tiansong rebelled. I heard that many public officials joined him, so he was able to grow quickly. Local public officials are mostly powerful. , is it easy to get?"

Wang Xiaolie nodded: "That's true. But we are guest troops, so don't interfere too much in Xiangyang affairs now. You are stationed here, just watch and think more, and don't worry too much. Also, there are several states now, our The army is too small. Yang Jin’s troops you captured a few days ago must be selected in time. Anyone who is strong enough to join the army will be incorporated into the army.”

"There are still many people who are not suitable for the army, so what? By the way, Yang Jin has coerced a lot of people, so he has to deal with them."

Wang Xiaolie said: "Those who are not suitable to join the army and the people who are coerced will all be resettled in Dengzhou. No matter what the court does, there is only our army in this area. With so many troops, there must be a place to eat."

Shao Ling nodded, understanding.Obviously, Dengzhou and Xiangyang are so easy to get, Wang Xiaolie is no longer satisfied with what he used to be.Now that these states are occupied, Wang Xiaolie has no intention of letting them out.It's just that there are few people who can use it by themselves now, and it's not as intense as it was in Ruzhou.

After lunch, Wang Xiaolie walked around the street.Seeing that there were a lot of people and the market was bustling, and there was no chaos, I decided to leave it alone for the time being.During this period of time, my main energy is still in Dengzhou.Only by connecting Ruzhou and Dengzhou, rapidly expanding the army, and having available talents can we truly develop Xiangyang.

When I returned to the state government office, some soldiers came to report that there were people asking to see me outside.

Not long after, a middle-aged man in his 40s and [-]s came in.In front of Wang Xiaolie, he cupped his hands and saluted.Said: "Chen Yuyi, who was in the prison of Chen Liujian in Xiayuan, saw and observed."

Wang Xiaolie thought for a while, but he didn't have much impression of this person.Asked: "I don't know what happened?"

Chen Yuyi said: "Last year, the Jin people violated the west of Beijing, and I brought my family all the way to the south. I arrived in Xiangyang two months ago, and I ran out of money. In winter, the Han River was blocked by boats, so I had to stay here temporarily. Prefect Li took extra care of me. Fortunately, Don’t be hungry. Unexpectedly, a few days ago, a bandit came to the south, and Li Zhifu left when he was in office, but he didn’t say anything. I heard that the observation army broke the bandit and is now stationed in Xiangyang City. I’m here to ask to see you.”

Wang Xiaolie was at a loss.After thinking for a while, he said, "I don't know what's the matter?"

Li Yuyi hesitated for a moment.After a long while, he said: "My family is suffering from cold and hunger, and my mouth is poor. Please observe—"

"Oh—" Wang Xiaolie suddenly realized.It turned out that the autumn wind came to me.When the Jin army went south, I don't know how many officials and civilians fled south. People like Chen Yuyi are very common.It is said that they are officials, and the court should help them.But now Zhao Gou himself is in turmoil, who will take care of them?All relying on savings, running south bit by bit.

Xiangyang is the main road for north-south transportation, and there are actually many officials who fled from the south here.Wang Xiaolie's status is embarrassing now, and he doesn't want to provoke him.Unexpectedly, this Chen Yuyi would take the initiative to come to him, it seems that life is indeed difficult.

Looking at Chen Yuyi, Wang Xiaolie thought and thought.Said: "To tell the truth, I only have one state, thousands of troops, and it is really difficult. But I can't just ignore death. How about this, how about you work in our army and earn some salary?"

Chen Yuyi smiled, with a look of arrogance on his face, and did not speak.

Wang Xiaolie understood that this was clearly a sign of contempt for him.Jianjiu is a small prison official, but he didn't expect to have such arrogance, Wang Xiaolie was very dissatisfied.How can it work if you obviously don't have enough to eat, but don't want to do anything, just want to get money?

After a moment of silence, Wang Xiao said: "In Xiangyang City, there are countless officials like you from the south. Relief one by one, how can our army have so much money? If you want to eat, you have to do something. How can you get something for nothing? Woolen cloth!"

Chen Yuyi thought about it.Said: "It makes sense to say so by observation. I don't know if there is any kind of copying and writing, and earn a few pennies a day to make ends meet. When the weather is warmer, I will go south again."

Wang Xiaolie said: "Of course there are many things in the army. You first tell me about your background and where you are from, and I will see how to arrange it."

Chen Yuyi said: "A native of Xiameizhou, the great-grandfather Chen Gongbu moved to Luoyang, so he was born in Luoyang."

Wang Xiaolie asked: "Chen Gongbu, what is the name?"

Chen Yuyi said: "Ji Xiliang. He used to be a transshipment envoy on West Jing Road, and he was named Minister of the Ministry of Industry after his death."

Wang Xiaolie nodded.I seem to have heard of this Chen Xiliang, but I don't know his life.During his lifetime, he was a transshipment envoy to the west of Beijing, which was not a small official in the Song Dynasty.It's a pity that I am not from a family of officials and eunuchs, so I can't say who the specific person is.

Chen Yuyi said again: "A certain Zhenghe went to the Shejia Division for three years, and was awarded Wen Linlang as a professor in Kaide Mansion. A few years ago, due to mistakes, he was demoted to Chen Liu."

"So it's from Jinshi—" Wang Xiaolie nodded.No wonder he was a little arrogant.Young Scholars were very famous in the Song Dynasty, so naturally they looked down on people from Wang Xiaolie's background.However, in troubled times, when swords and guns talk, he can only ask himself.

After thinking for a while, Wang Xiaolie said: "Since you are a Jinshi, you should not be compared with ordinary people. Just stay with me and be a counselor. Although the salary is not much, it is enough to support the family."

(End of this chapter)