Five years of county magistrate, 100 million catties of grain shocked Li Shimin

Chapter 178

Who will take his place?

Fang Yuan fell into deep contemplation on this question.

As Zhang San and others left, news of the emperor's imperial decree spread.

In this imperial decree, Fang Yuan, Li Danqiu and Xue Bowu were named officials.

Others are verbal rewards, or reward some money and so on.

In fact, it's not that they won't be sealed, but that the court only seals important figures, and Fang Yuan will reward the rest.

But Fang Yuan is seriously injured in bed now, so the other people's promotion and salary increase are left behind for now, we can only talk about it after Fang Yuan recovers.

As the news of the imperial decree spread, all the aristocratic families in Liaozhou City were shocked, knowing that Fang Yuan was going to be promoted to Chang'an as county magistrate!

The assassination of the county magistrate, although it sounds like a demotion, but it is an order of Chang'an, the county, and it is under the control of the emperor, just obey the emperor.

With this status, the second-rank ministers, third-rank ministers, fourth-rank ministers, etc. in Chang'an City, and even the relatives of the emperor have to give Chang'an Ling a little face.

The most important thing is that the Ministry of Officials can no longer control Fang Yuan's promotion!
It's not a fourth-rank, but it has the privileges of a fourth-rank, and the glory is added to it.

"My lord, all the aristocratic families in the city want to congratulate you, do you want to invite them in?"

Hongxu came in to report.

The aristocratic family in Liaozhou is not Zhang San and the others, they don't see Fang Yuan just because they want to.

They can only enter Fang Yuan's hall and wait, Fang Yuan can only come in after seeing them.

"Let them in."

Fang Yuan pondered for a moment, then said calmly.

Hongxu left, and soon Liu Yongshou, Xue Wenbo and others came in.

"Inspector Fang, congratulations!"

"Once you enter the imperial city, you will enter the sea from there, and your future will be limitless!"

Liu Yongshou and others congratulated.

They never expected that Fang Yuan would be promoted.

He was promoted from a small county magistrate to governor of Liaozhou, and in less than a year, he was promoted to Chang'an magistrate again.

With such a fast speed, looking at their family, there is no such a fast promotion speed, which is the highest in the Tang Dynasty.

"Thank you all."

"Forgive me for not being able to stand up to greet you."

Fang Yuan smiled slightly, and said softly.

"Should be."

"We understand."

"Inspector Fang, please pay attention to your body."

Everyone opened their mouths.

The not-so-small room was almost packed with people.

Not only the local families like Liu Yongshou and Xue Wenbo came.

Foreign families like Ye Chengmin and Zhao Yuanzhi were also present.

I don't know if it's a tacit understanding or they came hand in hand, they are quite alike.

"I heard that you all got together yesterday, what did you talk about?"

Fang Yuan said with a half-smile.

The meetings of these aristocratic families are very strict, Fang Yuan's people cannot eavesdrop on their news.

But with so many aristocratic families meeting together, Fang Yuan can still grasp this information.

Based on their pissing nature, it is estimated that they are talking about leaving Liaozhou again.

"At that time we were discussing whether to organize people to support you."

"Unexpectedly, I heard an explosion, and then I won the victory. I was very excited."

"Fang Cishi is really a nobleman of our Liaozhou, Liaozhou is really lucky to have you in Liaozhou!"

Liu Yongshou smiled, flattered and said.

Except for Xue Wenbo who turned his head away, everyone else responded.

Naturally, the war was won, and they would not admit that they wanted to escape Liaozhou City before.

After this time, Liaozhou has completely established its reputation in Hedong Road, and Liaozhou City will definitely become better in the future.

More importantly, Fang Yuan is about to leave, so the resources of Liaozhou can be slowly taken into their hands and become theirs.

If Fang Yuan is offended at this time, Fang Yuan drives away as if he likes to hear about Pei's family, it would be too bad.

"Hehe, why are you looking for this officer?"

Fang Yuan didn't believe their nonsense.

But did not pursue it further.

There's no point in holding on to such a small matter.

"No, I mainly want to see your situation."

Liu Yongshou and others looked at each other, and finally said embarrassingly.

In fact, they all have small thoughts among them, but there are too many people.

"Since you have nothing to say, the old man has something to say."

"Please go out first, the old man's words must be spoken to Governor Fang alone."

Xue Wenbo buzzed.

As he spoke, he walked directly in front of the crowd and drove them out.

"You, how can you do this?"

Liu Yongshou was immediately dissatisfied.

Only Xue Wenbo ignored him and rudely drove everyone out.

Everyone also said that there was nothing wrong just now, they were embarrassed to force them to stay, and were kicked out of Fang Yuan's room in the end.

Xue Wenbo closed the door conveniently, went back to Fang Yuan's bed and moved a stool to sit down.

"Inspector Fang, I think you know that I'm a bold person, so I'll be blunt."

"Do you have a candidate for the position of governor of Liaozhou? Can you sell it to me, the Xue family of Fenyin?"

"You can ask for money. In addition, when you go to Chang'an City, my Fenyin Xue family's branch in Chang'an City can be your ally and help you with anything except rebellion three times."

Xue Wenbo spoke directly.

As he spoke, he fixed his eyes on Fang Yuan.

This time, he and other aristocratic families came here because they wanted the position of Governor of Liaozhou.

Liaozhou is different now, there is the foundation laid by Fang Yuan, and the community is being developed.

Some time ago, after their publicity, the refugees who migrated all wanted a set.

This is equivalent to that they have already confirmed that they can sell all of them before they start selling, and make money properly.

Among them, there are [-] to [-] refugees in Liaozhou. If all these people's money can be earned, it will be a great wealth.

Naturally, what Liaozhou now has is far more than these, as well as cement roads, etc., which will also be the possibility of Liaozhou becoming the center of Hedong Road in the future.

More importantly, of course, is the position of governor of Liaozhou.

It is equivalent to one of their family being promoted from magistrate to governor, which greatly enhances the strength of the family.

Because Fang Yuan wiped out the Eastern Turkic Thousand Riders and defended Liaozhou in a difficult situation, the imperial court would think of Fang Yuan's meritorious service, and the recommendation to him was almost unimpeded.

"Old Xue's words are in my heart."

"If I choose Mr. Xue, I must tell Mr. Xue."

Fang Yuan didn't refuse, but didn't agree either.

I believe that besides Xue Wenbo, there will be other people who want to trade like this.

If you can't find a suitable person to arrange in, then selling it is also possible.

"Okay, then I won't disturb your rest."

Xue Wenbo nodded heavily, got up and said goodbye.

He understood that he should be the first to make an offer.

Fang Yuan has his own candidate, or it is possible to estimate the price and so on.

"Walk slowly."

Fang Yuan nodded.

As soon as Xue Wenbo opened the door, he saw Liu Yongshou and others waiting at the door.

As soon as he saw Xue Wenbo coming in, Liu Yongshou immediately flashed into Fang Yuan's room and closed the door.

Like Xue Wenbo, he also wanted the position of governor of Liaozhou, and he also offered a generous reward.

After Liu Yongshou left, Ye Chengmin came in.
In the end, six people successively offered different conditions to Fang Yuan.

Each has its own price, and they are all very generous.

After they left, Fang Yuan thought he could finally be clean.

Unexpectedly, the magistrates of the four counties also came to report work and visit.

Su Chen from Liaoshan County was the first to arrive, and after a brief care, he explained his intentions.

"Fang Inspector, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince wants your position as Inspector, and invites you to be his Crown Prince's Cheng."

Su Chen said truthfully.

"His Royal Highness?"

Fang Yuan was surprised.

There are still people from the prince in the county he governs?
Not long ago, Sima Yang Sina stated that he was a member of the third prince Li Ke.

Now Su Chen, the magistrate of Liaoshan County, said that he is a man of Prince Li Chengqian.

What's the situation, there are two princes in a small Liaozhou?
At this moment, Fang Yuan vaguely felt the intensity of the open and secret struggle between the two princes.

"It's His Royal Highness the Prince."

Su Chen respectfully said yes.

He is a man of Prince Li Chengqian.

Arranged by Prince Li Chengqian to serve in Liaozhou.

"Is His Royal Highness forcing you?"

Fang Yuan pondered for a moment and said.

"Forehead"

"No, it's just a discussion."

Su Chen was stunned, and looked at Fang Yuan in surprise.

After thinking about it, it seems that Prince Li Chengqian did not force him.

It's just a governor of Liaozhou, and His Royal Highness doesn't take it too seriously.

"I understand."

"What's the current situation in Liaoshan County?"

Fang Yuan nodded slightly, and asked about the situation in Liaoshan County.

Liaoshan County is the closest county to Liaozhou City, and it must be the most affected.

"The situation in Liaoshan is stable."

"Fang Inspector, how do you reply to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince?"

Su Chen was stunned again.

After answering Fang Yuan's words, he asked again.

He had to ask what Fang Yuan meant, and then write back to Li Chengqian.

"I'm feeling unwell, I'll answer this question later, and you should go back first."

Fang Yuan frowned slightly, and said calmly.

"But."

Su Chen still wanted to ask.

But it was interrupted by Fang Yuan stretching out his hand.

Opening his mouth, Su Chen could only sigh and leave.

Not long after, Zhou Kaile and the others also came over, greeted Fang Yuan one after another and left.

In the end, Yang Sina came again and offered an olive branch on behalf of the third prince Li Ke, and the treatment was even better than what Li Chengqian offered.

But again, Fang Yuan didn't agree, changed the topic, asked him to go back to work and so on.

Compared to Su Chen, Yang Sina is clearly acquainted.

After learning that Fang Yuan didn't want to talk, he stopped asking.

After Yang Sina left, the sky gradually darkened, and no one else visited.

Fang Yuan fell into deep thought again.

To be honest, this promotion to Chang'an Ling did not bring much excitement to Fang Yuan, but a lot of troubles instead.

Although the Chang'an Order is at the top of the fifth rank, Liaozhou can actually be promoted to a middle-level prefecture after a year or two of development, and the post of governor will be promoted to the lower rank of the fifth rank.

It is not impossible to spend one or two years to settle, develop Liaozhou well, and consolidate one's own strength.

But there are also disadvantages.

That is, after the next promotion, things in Liaozhou will still be reserved for the next generation, and it is almost impossible for him to take full control.

From this point of view, it is better to be promoted to Chang'an City, because in Chang'an City, you can be an official for a lifetime without moving to other places, and you can develop in Liaozhou City for a long time.

This is the advantage of the disadvantages.

So facing the promotion, although Fang Yuan was not very excited, he didn't refuse, and he was determined to be promoted to Chang'an City in his heart.

At this moment, the door creaked open.

Zhao Zixuan brought food to Fang Yuan, and Yang Xiulan followed behind.

"Xuan'er, this girl, is fighting to bring you food."

Yang Xiulan explained as soon as she entered the door.

Originally, it was Hong Xu or Qing Qiang who delivered the food to Fang Yuan.

But Zhao Zixuan insisted strongly, and almost lost her temper, and finally Hongxu Qingyi let her go.

"Aunt Zhao, how do you think Liaozhou compares with Langzhou?"

Fang Yuan's mind suddenly flashed, and he thought of a person.

"Liaozhou is much better than Langzhou."

"It's full of vitality, and it's much bigger than Langzhou."

Yang Xiulan was taken aback for a moment, then thought for a while and replied.

It has been almost a month since she was brought to Liaozhou City by Fang Yuan.

During this period of time, she didn't stay in Fang Mansion completely, but wandered around with Mrs. Li.

Maybe in comparison, Fang Yuan has been to more places, they have visited all four counties.

"if we assume"

Fang Yuan immediately prepared to explain the situation.

But at this time Zhao Zixuan was sitting beside Fang Yuan's bed.

"Brother Yuan, didn't you see someone bring you food?"

Zhao Zixuan said angrily.

She happily brought the meal to Wang Wang.

But as soon as he entered the door, Fang Yuan's attention was all on his mother.

Is it because the relationship with mother is better than my own?
"Oh, sorry, I forgot in a moment of excitement."

"Thank you for bringing me food."

Fang Yuan smiled and comforted him.

He knew that Zhao Zixuan was a little naughty, so a little comfort would be fine.

"Well, that's right."

"Come on, let me feed you."

Zhao Zixuan giggled, no longer angry.

She picked up the rice bowl and was about to feed Fang Yuan.

"No hurry, I'll talk to your mother first."

Fang Yuan waved his hand and said.

"no!"

"Why don't you talk while you eat."

Zhao Zixuan said with a straight face.

Now Fang Yuan's health is not well yet, he has to pay attention to eating and drinking.

Chatting things can be delayed, but eating is not, she directly stuffed it into Fang Yuan's mouth.

Fang Yuan sighed, he could only open his mouth to eat.

Yang Xiulan on the side watched and covered her mouth with a smile.

The more I look at it, the more I feel that Fang Yuan and his daughter look like a couple.

"Aunt Zhao, now that the imperial court wants to promote me to Chang'an Ling, the post of Inspector of Liaozhou will be vacant."

"Liaozhou will be promoted to Zhongzhou in less than two years. I think, I recommend Uncle Zhao to be the governor of Liaozhou. How about it?"

Fang Yuan said in a deep voice.

Zhao Yingcai is Fang Yuan's nobleman.

For Fang Yuan to be able to have today, it can be said that Zhao Yingcai has the most credit.

I didn't think of Zhao Yingcai just now because Zhao Yingcai was too far away from me.

Seeing Yang Xiulan's mother and daughter now, she immediately remembered that there was such a person by her side. .

Zhao Yingcai must be qualified. He is the governor himself, and he has been the governor of Langzhou for several years.

"Is this good?!"

Yang Xiulan was shocked.

Did such an important position be given to her husband?
For a moment, Zhao Yingcai was moved and felt even more guilty.

In the past, she looked down on Fang Yuan, but now Fang Yuan is nurturing Zhao Yingcai.

Fortunately, he didn't make too much noise with Fang Yuan before, otherwise he wouldn't be in today's situation, and he might not take care of himself.

"very good."

"As long as you convince him."

Fang Yuan said solemnly.

Because Zhao Yingcai is a person with his own persistence, and he doesn't accept big gifts from others easily.

When Fang Yuan was in Wuling County, he wanted to help him build cement roads in various counties of Langzhou, but he refused, only one road.

For a gift as big as the governor of Liaozhou, he probably would reject it, so Fang Yuan talked to Yang Xiulan first, and then asked Yang Xiulan to convince him.

"it is good!"

"I'm going to convince him!"

"Fang Yuan, thank you, Aunt Zhao thank you!"

Yang Xiulan became choked up and said.

This is a great kindness, a great kindness.

She is not a little girl who knows nothing.

It can be considered that he was born in the Hongnong Yang family and has seen the world.

If you guessed right, so many people came here all day today because of the position of governor of Liaozhou.

Presumably many people will offer Fang Yuan a price, but Fang Yuan still thinks about his husband, this kindness is so great.

"You're welcome, Uncle Zhao has been kind to me, and I've always treated him like a family."

Fang Yuan smiled and said.

He was born as a refugee and started in Tiankeng.

If it weren't for Zhao Yingcai's support at the beginning, he wouldn't be where he is now.

"Yeah, good, good!"

Yang Xiulan is still very grateful.

The little hand wiped the tears from the corners of his eyes.

"Hee hee, Brother Yuan, don't treat them as a family."

"If you marry me, we will truly be a family."

Zhao Zixuan giggled, her eyes were also reddish.

She sees Fang Yuan's own family, and is happy in her heart.

"Go aside."

Fang Yuan rolled her eyes and said.

He was going to take the meal and eat by himself, so he wanted to send her out.

But Zhao Zixuan took it back and wanted to feed Fang Yuan herself, her attitude was very tough.

"Then I'll write to him when I get back tonight?"

Seeing the appearance of the two, Yang Xiulan asked with a smile.

How and when to write the letter, she wanted to ask Fang Yuan.

There is a man in the family, she habitually relies on the man, and also relies on Fang Yuan.

"No, I'll have someone send you back tomorrow, and you can convince Uncle Zhao face to face."

Fang Yuan pondered for a moment, shook his head and said.

The time to write a letter and send it back is about the same as the time for people to go back.

Then it's better to send Yang Xiulan back and let Yang Xiulan convince him face to face.

"Will it take too much time?"

Yang Xiulan asked.

It will take at least five days from Liaozhou to Langzhou, and ten days to go back and forth.

"It's okay, the emperor asked me to improve my health before reporting."

Fang Yuan waved his hand and said.

Decree has no time limit.

The decree eunuch means no more than three months.

Because the imperial decree is not only for Fang Yuan, so the imperial decree was read out by the governor's office.

"Ok."

"Then I'll leave tomorrow!"

Yang Xiulan nodded heavily.

She obeyed Fang Yuan's arrangement.

"Then I won't go back."

"Anyway, Dad should have moved back to Liaozhou."

Zhao Zixuan said immediately.

She wanted to stay with Fang Yuan.

I don't want to run back and forth, it's too tiring.

With the attitude of father to mother, he should agree.

Yang Xiulan didn't speak, but looked at Fang Yuan.

"You go back too."

"Two people are more likely to succeed in persuasion."

"You don't want your father to miss such a good opportunity, do you?"

Fang Yuan pondered for a moment and said.

"Oh."

Zhao Zixuan pursed her lips, and finally nodded reluctantly.

Yang Xiulan watched, the more she watched, the more she was satisfied with Fang Yuan, the more she wanted to betroth Zhao Zixuan to Fang Yuan.

In this way, Yang Xiulan's mother and daughter left Liaozhou City at dawn the next day.

As time passed, three days passed in a blink of an eye, Fang Yuan recovered almost and got off the bed.

Under Fang Yuan's leadership, the four city gates of Liaozhou were rebuilt, and its scale was expanded.

A few days later, Zhao Yingcai wrote a letter, willing to accept Fang Yuan's recommendation.

So far, Fang Yuan has confirmed the candidate for the governor of Liaozhou.

And Xue Wenbo and others are still waiting for Fang Yuan's reply.

Soon, Fang Yuan recommended a successor to the imperial court and confirmed the time for taking office as Chang'an Order.

The imperial capital Chang'an City, Fang Yuan is about to go.

(End of this chapter)