Kingdom of Heaven and Han

Chapter 65
There is an old locust tree at the entrance of the village, and there is a well under the locust tree.Next to a stone mill, lying there quietly.Not far away is a ox, grazing leisurely.The tail wags gently to and fro, driving away the flies.

Wang Xiao got off the horse and stood there quietly.Everything in front of me is so familiar, yet it feels unfamiliar, as if it is another world.

Wang Zhongdao: "Eldest sister has not received the news yet. Xiaosheren take a break, I will go in and report."

Wang Xiaohun shook his head: "This is my own home, what else should I report? Come in, there are no outsiders in the village."

Wang Zhong said yes, and ordered a group of soldiers to follow Wang Xiaohun to the village.

Not far into the village, I saw a woman walking towards me from the opposite side. About 20 years old, wearing a Jingchai sarong, walked in a hurry.

Wang Xiaohun felt a little blurry in his eyes.This figure is very familiar, but now it seems a little strange.This is the person who is closest to me in this world, but feels far away in my heart.This time, many things have changed.

Stepping forward, Wang Qingxiu looked at her brother with tears in the corners of her eyes.After stabilizing his emotions, he said, "I've been looking at the village entrance for a day, but I haven't seen you coming. I just went home, but it's here."

Wang Xiaohun said, "It's a little late to leave the city, so I'll make my sister wait for a long time. Let's go home, let's say something sincere."

While they were talking, many people came out of the house and gathered around to talk.Most of these people, Wang Xiaohun, felt familiar, but they didn't know what to say, so they stood there and listened quietly.

After a while, surrounded by everyone, Wang Xiaohun returned to his home.

After Wang Zhong returned home, the convener rebuilt the house, and now it looks brand new.When I entered the room, there were some shadows of my father when he was still there.However, Wang Xiaohun couldn't feel the taste of the past.Many things are really different.

There were people standing inside and outside the hall.There are relatives, there are neighbors nearby, and there are some people who don't know each other at all.After getting the news, they all came to welcome Wang Xiaolie's arrival.At the age of 19, Wang Xiaolie became the prefect. How many people want to curry favor?As for what this Zhizhou means, and how different it is from the officials in the Taiping era, not many people worry about it.

It was getting dark, and Wang Zhong prepared a wine feast in the yard to entertain the guests.It was lively and lively until midnight.

After seeing off the guests, Wang Xiaohun came back and saw her sister still sitting in the living room.He stepped forward to salute, and said, "It's getting dark, and it's time for my sister to rest. It's been a busy day today, so rest early, and there's still a lot to do tomorrow."

Wang Qingxiu said nothing.After a long time, he asked, "Where is Dad's bones?"

Wang Xiaohun sighed: "I keep it there. Tomorrow morning, it will be buried in the ground."

Wang Qingxiu said: "Take it out. Tonight I will keep a vigil for my father. I have raised us for 20 years, and finally I will give my father a ride."

Wang Xiaohun said: "No need. What's the use of staying this night? It's better to be buried tomorrow and to sweep the tomb every year."

Wang Qingxiu did not speak.After a long time, he said: "Dalang, although our Wang family is not a big family, it has been scarce for generations, but it has always been respected in our hometown. Our ancestors strived to make us what we are today. Being a jinshi, he will shine on the lintel. When the Jinren came to the south, Dad gathered together with the King of Soldiers and Diligence, which is worthy of the world. Now there are only the two of us left, so we shouldn’t forget Dad.”

Wang Xiaolie said: "What did my sister say! You don't understand what I mean. Father rebelled against the king of the army, and it was not only father who died in the battle! This time when returning home, in addition to father's bones, there are more than 100 people .These people are Father’s subordinates, so they should be buried together.”

Having said that, Wang Xiaohun was silent for a while.He said again: "Sister, Dad died in battle, and it's not just our father. If there is another world, Dad should take his men and go on the road together."

After listening to Wang Xiaohun's words, Wang Qingxiu thought for a long time and nodded silently.It should be said that what Wang Xiaohun said was right.Of course, he is not wrong, but the perspective of the two people considering the problem is very different.

After a while of silence, Wang Qingxiu asked, "How would you like to go back to Ruzhou this time?"

Wang Xiaohun said: "Protect the environment and the people. The first thing is to pacify the locality. There should be no bandits under the rule of Ruzhou, no matter what the reason is, those who do not obey the orders of the court must be eliminated. The second thing is to let the people Eat well, clothe yourself, and live comfortably.”

Wang Xiaoxiu shook her head slightly: "It's easier said than done? You're not at home, and you don't know what's going on at home. Since Jin Bing left, I don't know how many strong people are around. There used to be merchant ships in the Ru River, but now it's deserted. Where is it, who dares to walk around!"

Wang Xiaohun smiled and said, "Sister, I am now the governor of Ruzhou, not a commoner. With a thousand soldiers under my command, there is no need to be afraid of anyone around Ruzhou! Don't worry, by the end of the year, I will make Ruzhou calm down!"

Hearing this, Wang Qingxiu couldn't help laughing: "I forgot, you are now Zhizhou. The court is also strange, you are not yet 20 years old, how come you are Zhizhou? This official is a bit casual."

Wang Xiaohun said: "What time is it now? If you have soldiers in your hands, if you occupy a place, if you don't go against the imperial court, you will be appointed an official. Whether the official position can really be firmly established depends on your ability."

Wang Qingxiu thought for a while and asked carefully, "Darang, then do you think you——can you sit still?"

Wang Xiaohun said: "If I am willing to bring troops back, I will definitely be able to sit firmly. Now, among Wanluo, only Taiwei Zhai has stronger troops than me. As long as I don't make a fool of myself, this official can continue."

Where did Wang Qingxiu know about this?He nodded slightly and sat there thinking about his thoughts.When my brother came back, it was a good thing for the family to reunite.But now is not the past, my younger brother has become the governor of Ruzhou again, and there are many more things.Father served as an official for many years before his death, but it was only a pass sentence.Wang Xiaochun led the army for a few months and became a Zhizhou, and Wang Qingxiu couldn't help but murmured in her heart.Now this officer is not the same as before.

After being silent for a long time, Wang Qingxiu said: "In the past, court officials had to avoid being an official, and they could not be an official in their hometown. Now you are the governor of Ruzhou, I don't know what to do. In your opinion, I should go to the state city to follow By your side, or stay in the village?"

Wang Xiaohun said: "Let's stay in the village. This is our hometown, and someone must take care of it. Besides, you will have a lot of trouble when you arrive in the prefecture."

Wang Qingxiu nodded: "That's fine. I'm a quiet person, and I feel upset when I go to the state city. Also, if I stay in the village, what should I do to make a living, you should make a rule first. If you want to expand your family I will do it myself. If you don’t want it, you have to make it clear.”

Wang Xiaohun said: "No need. As long as you can live in peace and have enough for the family, don't do business. Also, there are only two of us in the family, so don't buy the land. Now there are some, they are all sold, keep some. The garden is fine."

Wang Qingxiu was shocked: "How can we make it without land? For us rural people, the most important thing is land. You are a Zhizhou—by the way, now you are a Zhizhou, where does your annual salary come from? Is it inconvenient for the imperial court?"

Wang Xiaohun smiled bitterly: "Sister, now the official family can't even be sure where to live, where is the money to be paid? This official is not like before, there is no money in hand. However, the official seal is still there. in hand."

Wang Qingxiu nodded.She understands this.The court has no money to pay, so give an official position to see the official's own ability.The money and grain of a state are all told by the state, and there is no need for the court to send money.

After thinking about it, Wang Qingxiu said: "Since you have money, of course you have to buy land and build a village. Otherwise, what's the use of money?"

Wang Xiaohun said: "Of course money is useful. Don't you need money for what you eat and wear every day? But don't buy land and houses, don't hire slaves—"

Wang Qingxiu was taken aback again: "Don't even hire servants? What about people like Wang Zhong? How can I keep up with the business of everyone? If you don't talk about a woman, even a big man can't do anything."

Wang Xiaohun said: "I will send people here, you don't have to worry. I don't hire slaves, don't occupy land, save a lot of trouble. Sister, my family's women and nobles are all my officials. If I can't continue to be an official, I will buy it. No amount of industries can survive.”

Wang Qingxiu understands a little, and a little not.Being an official and making money, what's the use of asking for money if you don't buy property?According to what Wang Xiaohun said, this official is a bit strange.What is meant by wealth and honor in this official?If the family owns the property, will it still be taken away?

Wang Xiaohun couldn't explain it.In the past few years, the whole world seems to have changed, and many people have not yet adapted.

(End of this chapter)