Kingdom of Heaven and Han

Chapter 702
Two days later, Xuanfusi found a house for Ma Kuo, which was located in Anyuanfang not far from the Henan Fuya.Cui Qing brought his soldiers and came to move Ma Kuo himself.

Although he had only been in Luoyang for two or three days, Ma Kuo also knew that Cui Qing was someone close to Wang Xiaolie, and his status was extraordinary.He greeted him personally, and said: "The governor is so busy with his official duties, he is really ashamed to help me with these small things."

Cui Qing smiled and said: "Xuanfu gave special orders, who dares to neglect? Defense, I do these chores every day, and I should come here."

Ma Kuo couldn't say anything more, but Cui Qing was not allowed to work, and he patrolled around with him.

Cui Qing was a native of Hedong, and the imperial army was defeated. Later, he was taken in by Wang Rudai.He has always done things quietly, and no one pays attention to him.It's just that later, when Wang Xiaolie went to the east and west, Cui Qing made a lot of meritorious deeds, but he never claimed credit.Later, Wang Xiaolie took a fancy to him and recruited him to work by his side.

As Wang Xiaolie's personal bodyguard, it is important to keep a low profile.And if you touch secrets, your mouth must be very tight.Cui Qing did a good job in these two aspects. Many of Wang Xiaolie's officers, officers and officials could not feel his presence.But everyone knows that this person should not be underestimated.

After the great victory in Shanzhou, Cui Qing was promoted to governor of Yao County, and his official position was similar to that of other systems.It's just that Wang Xiaolie's subordinates are still used to calling him the governor, and only outsiders like Ma Kuo would call him the governor.

Two big elm trees were planted in front of the gate, thick enough to be hugged by one person, with lush branches and leaves.The cicadas chirping constantly, tearing at Xia Tian.

Watching the soldiers move to salute inside the door, Cui Qing said: "It takes time and effort to repair the ownerless houses in this area. This house is a little smaller, so don't mind the defense. After a few days, the new official house is built, and then move there Enough."

Ma Kuo looked at the house and said, "Excellent. When I was in Rongzhou, there were several thatched huts and a clump of bamboo. Not to mention simple, every time it rains, it rains heavily outside and small in the house. It’s really annoying. This house is not too small, and it’s well-maintained, and it’s much better than it was back then.”

Cui Qing said: "The defense has really suffered all these years."

Ma Kuo sighed and said nothing.

During the change of Miao and Liu, Zhu Shengfei kept Zhao Gou safe inside, while Lu Yihao mobilized troops and horses outside to fight against the thieves, and the two made a lot of contributions.As a privy secretary, I accepted the decree and went to the army of Miao and Liu under the order of the prime minister. What was wrong?It's just that such useless things, including Zhu Shengfei, must be hated by Zhao Gou, and he was demoted afterwards.He even made himself a guilty subject because of fellowship with the thief.Who should I grow up to reason with?

Ma Kuo traveled thousands of miles from Guangxi, so he couldn't bring too many things with him, and he would finish moving in a while.

After entering the house, Ma Kuo said: "The governor has worked hard. Seeing that it is getting late, the governor should drink a glass of thin wine and let me express my heart."

Cui Qingdao: "The defense came from a long way, and has been demoted for many years. I'm afraid there is no money in the pocket. Xuanfu specially ordered me to pay a hundred guan for you to use these days. It will be deducted when the salary is paid next month. Here we are. According to the rules, unlucky officials give gifts to each other, and don't be defensive."

After speaking, he took out a stack of huizi and handed it to Ma Kuo.

Ma Kuo is really short of money.You are not polite, and put away the meeting.

Cui Qing said again: "Defense moved to a new home today, so the family should have a good reunion and celebrate. I'm here, what's the matter? It's getting late, let's go back and defend. Let's go in and clean up. Yes Alright, there are two guards by my side, come over tomorrow and arrange a place for them."

Wang Xiaolie's subordinates are assigned personal soldiers according to their official positions.These soldiers are under unified management, and the government distributes salaries to serve officials.It is not like before, where the court sends money and the officials hire themselves.

These personal soldiers are clearly doing various chores for officials, and some are similar to servants.But someone above them is in charge, and someone sends money, so they will naturally obey the orders from above.The reason for this is mainly to prevent officials from cultivating their own power.

After explaining everything clearly, Cui Qing took his soldiers and left.Ma Kuo went straight to the intersection before turning around.

Sitting down in the main hall of the house, Ma Kuo watched the crabapple flowers in the yard wither and bear small fruits.Under the crabapple tree, several peonies are growing lushly, a large piece of green.The sweet-scented osmanthus tree in the west has not yet bloomed, and a kitten is playing among the branches.

The wife and her son were busy, tidying up here and arranging there, very busy.

Sighing, Ma Kuo said, "For many years, there has never been such a day."

The lady came out from the inside and said: "This house is very spacious, and new furniture has been added. It is really wonderful! We have moved to a new house, and we should celebrate tonight. It just so happened that Cui Jieshi sent money, and you Go out and buy some groceries."

Ma Kuo said, "I've lived for decades, and I don't know how to buy vegetables."

The lady turned her head and shouted to her son: "Da Lang, you take the money and go out to buy some vegetables! Don't be stingy, buy more meat and wine!"

The son came out of the house and readily agreed.Walking up to Ma Kuo, he looked at his father without speaking.

Ma Kuo smiled, took out the money from Cui Qing, and handed it to his wife.Said: "Women still have to manage the money at home, what's the use of me holding it?"

Madam took the money and ordered some.Said: "A whole hundred guan! Under Wang Xuanfu's rule, huizi are as useful as copper coins, not like other places. I heard people say that you can also deposit huizi in the bank with interest!"

While talking, he took out five pennies, a small stack, and handed it to his son.

Da Lang took the money and said with a smile: "Five strings of money, I'll have a good meal tonight! Mom, I won't return the leftover money to you. When I move to Luoyang, my family needs money for a lot of things."

The lady said: "I won't pay it back, I won't pay it back. In the past few years, you have been wandering north and south with your father, and you have also suffered. When you arrive in Luoyang, you should settle down and live."

Da Lang agreed and ran out happily.

Ma Kuo has two sons and three daughters.Dalang is married and has children, and Erlang is 15 years old.Among the daughters, the eldest sister and the second sister are married, and only the second sister is only 13 years old and still lives at home.

This big family lives on Ma Kuo's salary.In the past few years, Ma Kuo, as a criminal officer, had a meager income and lived a very difficult life.After living freely, he only worked as an official in Wu Min's tent for a few months, and the economy did not improve much.To get a hundred coins today is a matter of time.

The madam collected the money and asked Ma Kuo, "How much salary do you have for a month as an official here?"

Ma Kuo said: "I really asked people, about 220 yuan a month. But here in Xuanfu, everything is paid in real money, there is no discount, and there will be no silk. More importantly, all Distributed with enough money, unlike the pros and cons, who have always only discounted six hundred cash."

The lady was overjoyed when she heard this.Said: "More than 200 yuan a month, all of which are sufficient money and real money, but the family can't run out. It is said that the salaries of officials under Wang Xuanfu's rule are the highest. It is really not a lie! I hope this day can be stable, don't Running around!"

Ma Kuo nodded, feeling boundless in his heart.If you sacrifice yourself for the country, you are naturally determined.But if possible, who would not want to live a life of security and prosperity.Literally, Wang Xiao's money is not more than the imperial salary.But if you send real money or cash, without any discount, the money you get will be much worse.Especially for lower-level officials, their salaries are already low, and their expenses are more expensive. In Wang Xiaolie's place, their income has more than doubled.

(End of this chapter)