Rebirth of Wu Ba Spring and Autumn

Chapter 291 Family Dinner
After all, Bo Tong only explained one thing that was wrong.

That is, the power of the county guard is too great, and the west is close to the state of Chu. Once someone among them makes trouble, the newly established new county of Wu state is very likely to be taken back by the Chu people.

Or, under the instigation of the Chu people, establish a country on its own, or split into several small countries!

This is exactly what Qingji is worried about.

The lands of Qunshu, Chao, and Zhongli used to be some Fang kingdoms, the vassal kingdoms entrusted by Zhou Tianzi, and now they are still the princes of Wu Guo, with a lot of power.

If they still don't submit to Wu, what can Qing Ji do?
Setting up a county will only increase the risk of the West Land being split, and will not share much pressure for Yang Rui.

"How do you like Zhisu Neishi?"

Qing Ji set his sights on Fan Li again.

As if he had already guessed that Qingji would ask him, Fan Li hurriedly said: "Your Majesty, my minister's opinion coincides with Dianke's. It is not appropriate to set up a county in the West at this time."

The time has not come!

Qingji nodded slightly.

Fan Li had spoken his mind!

As long as the feudal lords in the west have not been resolved, it is inconvenient for the state of Wu to set up a county there, because the lack of security is counterproductive.

It's fine for the lords to take orders directly from Qingji, the king of Wu, how could they obey a county guard?
They are all people who want face!

"good!"

Qingji immediately waved his hands and said, "Then it's not in Xidi Zhijun. Dazai!"

"The old minister is here!"

"It's up to you to select some scholars with outstanding abilities to serve as county magistrates, county lieutenants, county magistrates, and master clerks in the west. The government orders are the same as our old system in Wu."

"promise!"

Ji Zha immediately agreed.

Wu Guo implemented the county system in the west, this is a last resort!

Fortunately, the territory of Wu State is not too large, and it is more than enough to set up counties for local governance.

"Your Majesty, the old minister thinks that the [-] troops stationed in the West Region are really too many, and some of them should be abolished!"

Ji Zha said again: "The current standing army of my country of Wu is more than [-] people. It is acceptable in war, but it seems too bloated at ordinary times."

"Your Majesty, please issue an edict to abolish part of the standing army to make it reasonable!"

Qingji nodded and said, "Zuzao!"

During the period of peaceful development, the state of Wu did not need too many standing troops.

Because Wu's real opponent is only Chu.

But now, Chu State is fighting with the allied forces of the princes in the Central Plains, and has experienced a disastrous defeat in the war with Wu State, and it may not be able to relax for several years.

Therefore, in a short period of time, Wu Guo does not need to worry that the Chu people will counterattack and then encounter a big war.

The garrison force in the west requires at least [-] people, and this does not include the guards in the cities.

Immediately, Qingji began to discuss with a group of ministers and officials.

Wu's standing army numbered [-], not including the [-] soldiers and horses raised by Zhong Wu and Xu, and [-] under Wu Zixu's command were stationed in the west to prepare for any eventuality.

Five thousand people were stationed in Kuaiji County, and five thousand people were stationed in the Jianghuai area.

The remaining [-] people are stationed in the mainland of Wu State to guard the capital to deal with any emergencies at any time.

The right prime minister, Ji Ran, said again: "Your Majesty, I think that my country of Wu should take the new capital Jinling as the center, and connect the official roads in all directions, especially the west and Kuaiji County. The waterway is connected, so that the waterway and land are all unimpeded, and the water transportation is safe!"

"Prelude!"

Ji Ran's idea coincides with Qingji's.

Whether it is Xidi or Kuaiji County, they all belong to the territory that Wu Guo just seized, and the hearts of the people are not attached, after all, Qingji can't be too relieved.

It is natural to build bridges, pave roads, and communicate waterways.

In this way, the connection between the capital city and various places can be greatly strengthened, so that they can communicate with each other.

Once a war breaks out, the standing army stationed in the capital can rush to the front line as soon as possible.

Speaking of Jinling, Qingji suddenly asked, "Dazai, when will I move the capital to Jinling?"

"Reporting to the king, the king can move the capital by August of this year at the latest!"

Ji Zha replied solemnly.

After all, moving the capital is not a trivial matter, it requires everything to be done properly.

Qingji slightly nodded and said, "Good. The widow will officially move the capital to Jinling in October this year. The Dazai will choose an auspicious day, and Dianke Boshun will be responsible for sending envoys to other countries. Please invite envoys from all countries to Jinling to observe the ceremony!"

"promise!"

Ji Zha and Bo Tong immediately agreed.

Qingji gave them enough time to prepare.

Immediately afterwards, Qingji issued an edict to promote Kongqiu, the prefect of Kuaiji County, as the county governor. Sun Wu, Wen Zhong and others who had served in Kuaiji County could also return to the court and proceed to move the capital.

……

Queen Wu's harem.

Qing Ji and his wife and children are holding a family banquet, concubines such as Ji Kou, Zhu Ji, Ji Mi and me, as well as Wu Xi, Wu Hong, Wu Heng and other children are sitting together.

According to etiquette, although there is a rule of not talking when eating or sleeping, Qingji doesn't take it to heart at all.

Eat what you should eat, drink what you should drink, and what you should chat with, of course, is limited to Qingji asking questions, and then others answer.

After all, with Qingji's current majesty, even his own wife and children are in awe.

"Hong'er, come and sit down."

Qingji beckoned to his eldest son Wu Hong.

At this time, Qingji had nine sons, namely: Wu Hong, the eldest son of the concubine, who was born like a dream;

Second son Wu Xi, Zhu Jisheng;

The eldest son (third son) Wu Heng, Ji Kousheng;
The fourth son, Wu Qi, was born to Xiaohu;

The fifth son is Wu Fa, and the little raccoon is born;

Six sons Wu Bang, Sun Lisheng;

Seven sons Wu You, Zhu Jisheng;

Eight sons Wu Zhang, born Ji Kou;

The nine sons are Wu Xun and Teng Yusheng.

Among the nine sons, Qingji's favorite is Wu Hong.

"Father."

Wu Hong quickly came to Qingji's side and sat down.

Seeing Qingji treat Wu Hong like this, the surrounding women including Teng Yu, Sun Li, and several younger brothers couldn't help casting envious and jealous glances.

Even Queen Ji Kou, who was sitting beside her, had an unnatural expression on her face.

The eldest son of a mere concubine is actually looked at by Qingji so differently. Doesn't this make Ji Kou respond?

It's fine if she, the queen, has no heirs, but Ji Kou gave birth to two sons for Qing Ji, and Qing Ji didn't even look at her!
This made Ji Kou look at Qing Ji resentfully.

"Hong'er, how is your studies recently?"

Qingji asked with a smile.

At this time, Wu Hong was already six years old. Qingji had already found an enlightenment teacher for his three-year-old son to preach and learn from his karma, so it was not surprising that Qingji would ask such a question.

Wu Hong got up quickly, bowed towards Qingji in a dignified way and said, "Report to father, the child is dull, and only knows how to write some simple characters and recite a few ancient poems."

"My lord, Hong'er has an excellent memory, and she has even been praised by the master recently."

Rumeng on the side hurriedly said.

"Oh, Hong'er, can you recite "Guanju"?"

(End of this chapter)