Han family achievements

Chapter 367 Nothing less than thunder

"Guo Jia is dead?"

Huangfu Jian stood in front of a mansion named Chen and said with some surprise.

Cheng Yu said: "Yes. Cao Cao was very sad. It is said that he fainted from crying several times."

Huangfu Jianchang curled his lips and said: "These people are really good at superficial skills. If I can do it, I will be able to become a marquis and prime minister in the future."

Cheng Yu did not comment on the second young master's frankness. Instead, he said: "There is also news that Lu Bu is very respectful to Cao Cao and always calls him 'Cao Gong'. There is... a saying."

Huangfu Jianchang watched the guards of the Imperial City Mansion ransacking the house in Chen's mansion and casually said, "What do you mean?"

Cheng Yu looked a little uncomfortable and said, "Those who do good things say... they do things like their father."

Huangfu Jian's long brows couldn't help but beat, and he couldn't control it.

He turned his head, opened his mouth slightly, and looked at Cheng Yu in astonishment.

Cheng Yu felt as if he was constipated and nodded with difficulty.

Lu Bu has already killed two foster fathers in a row.

Huangfu Jianchang's mouth twitched. He was about to continue asking when he suddenly heard screams inside. It seemed that someone had escaped and was suddenly hacked to death.

Huangfu Jianchang stopped talking and said: "Let Lao Shi hurry up, we still have to uncover those treasures. We can't let Jia Xu get there first."

Huangfu Jianchang was worried that Jia Xu was being naughty, so he took out the treasures, money and food first and gave them to Cao Cao.

Cheng Yu said: "This is the last family. Those related to Dong Zhuo and other rebellions have almost been cleared out."

Huangfu Jian hummed, touched his chin, and said thoughtfully: "Including Dong Zhuo's, we have made enough this time... Your Majesty should be very satisfied."

Cheng Yu heard Huangfu Jian long mention Liu Bian, and suddenly said: "I don't know where it came from. It was said that it was a secret draft by His Majesty. From Cao Cao down, including Liu Yao, Tian Feng and others, they secretly paid attention to girls from good families. I heard that there are already seventeen of them and they are ready to be sent to Luoyang."

Huangfu Jianchang was shocked and said, "Did they really do this?"

Cheng Yu nodded and said: "It's quite covert, but it can't be hidden from our spies."

Huangfu Jianzhang shook his head helplessly and said: "Your Majesty said before that what goes up and what goes down will lead to results. A look from the superior can cause a huge disaster somewhere. It is indeed true."

Cheng Yu originally wanted to persuade Huangfu Jianchang to join the ranks, but he swallowed his words immediately.

Huangfu Jianchang ignored these, and after cleaning them up, he hurriedly left Xiapi.

Xun You made arrangements in Henan and Xuzhou, and when things were a little more stable, he took Liu Yu with him and set off back to Beijing.

He has been outside for too long. It is the end of the year, and he, the right servant and official Cao Shangshu, cannot stay away for too long.

Xun You took away many people from Yu and Xu states, among which Yingchuan was the largest.

Zhao Yun escorted them and was careful along the way, but he still encountered many bandits. But how could a mere bandit be Zhao Yun's opponent?

Cao Cao and Jia Xu stood on a high ground, looking far away, as if they could still see Liu Yu and Xun You's motorcade.

Jia Xu seemed to see through Cao Cao's thoughts and said, "General, are you worried about the court?"

Cao Cao's face was slumped, with a sad look on his face, he sighed indifferently and said, "Don't worry too much."

Jia Xu glanced at Lu Bu, who was standing not far behind him and had been waiting for a long time, and said: "General, it is better to be still than to move. We have calmed down Dong Zhuo. The court needs to be quiet now."

Cao Cao nodded imperceptibly, and the sadness on his face became even stronger.

Guo Jia's death hit him hard.

Guo Jia told him before leaving that he didn't have to worry about the court, but he didn't worry. He was sad because he lost Guo Jia, and he was a little confused and didn't know what to do next.

Jia Xu did have some suggestions, but he also knew the principle of "talking deeply and talking deeply", so he could only wait for the opportunity.

"Sun Ce escaped?" Cao Cao asked after a long while.

Jia Xu said: "Yes, Yuan Shao was plotting against Wu Commandery. He suddenly led his troops away on the pretext of resisting rebellion."

Cao Cao was not surprised, or in other words, he let him go on purpose and said, "Where is Liu Bei?"

Jia Xu said: "I went to Langya County and handed over to Qingzhou Sima Shijun. Until there is no order from the court, he will still be Xuzhou Mu."

Cao Cao took a deep breath and said, "Let's go meet Liu Yao."

Liu Yao is about to become the shepherd of Yuzhou, and Cao Cao is the general of Yuzhou.

When Cao Cao turned around, Jia Xu couldn't see any sadness on his face, but more of a look of determination.

Jia Xu felt strange in her heart, thinking of the conversation Guo Jia had with him before leaving.

'General Cao is a man of iron will. There is no need to try to seduce him, otherwise you will die. ’

Jia Xu stayed with Cao Cao, adhering to his cautious character.

"General Cao, I have something important to report!" Lu Bu raised his hand to Cao Cao with a serious and sincere face.

Since the surrender, the "reuse" that he originally thought did not happen, and Xun You was thrown to Cao Cao, and Cao Cao "abandoned him".

No matter how "filial" Lu Bu behaved, Cao Cao was lukewarm and very distant.

Cao Cao walked past Lu Bu as if he hadn't seen him.

Lu Bu looked at Cao Cao's back, his eyes widened, he was filled with hatred and anger, but he couldn't get angry.

All his troops and horses were taken away by Cao Cao, and except for a few personal soldiers, he had no strength.

Liu Yao, Tian Feng and others are busy discussing the "restoration" of Yuzhou after the war. This is a very complex and arduous task.

But with their continuous efforts, the chaotic Yuzhou has stabilized visibly.

At the same time, the news of 'annihilating Dong Zhuo and regaining Hexu' had already spread throughout Luoyang City.

The atmosphere in Luoyang city quickly became high, and the streets and alleys were full of discussions, and the morale of the people was greatly boosted.

In mid-November of the fifth year of Yonghan, the first snow came belatedly.

Liu Bian, who has always loved snow, walked in Fanglin Garden, stepping on the snow, happily looking at the flowers, plants and trees in Fanglin Garden, and said with a smile to Xun Yu behind him: "Qing family, how do you like the snow scene in my imperial garden?"

Xun Yu already had an old face, but after a year of busy work, he looked even more 'old'. He looked at the snow scene and said with a smile: "This scene is unique. I have never seen it elsewhere. I think it was designed by His Majesty himself. "

Liu Bian smiled even more and said: "I have been polishing it for several years, and it finally looks good."

Xun Yu had no intention of admiring the snow, and glanced at the pavilion not far away. The tea was steaming, and the tea had obviously been boiled for a long time. Standing beside it was a delicate woman he had never seen before.

Xun Yu's expectation that Liu Bian would stop and talk about business did not happen. Liu Bian continued walking and said, "This snow is different every year. I never get tired of it. Does the Qing family have any ideas about writing some songs?" Looking at Liu Bian's side face, he breathed a sigh of relief in his heart and said: "I have few talents and little knowledge, and I'm afraid of making Your Majesty laugh."

The reason why he entered the palace today was not to annihilate Dong Zhuo, but because the 'clearing of land and household registration' had a result.

Under Liu Bian's strong pressure, the states and counties reported a relatively reliable number after repeated revisions.

Xun Yu followed Liu Bian, following suit.

His Majesty in front of him knew his purpose of entering the palace, but he didn't say anything. It was obvious that he already knew, but he was still not satisfied.

Liu Bian came to a plum blossom, reached out and gently folded it, shaking off a lot of snow.

Xun Yu looked at the severed new branches, remained silent for a while, and said: "Your Majesty, I think that the overall situation is reliable."

"Yanzhou has 3.8 million, Jizhou has 1.2 million, Qingzhou has 3 million, Youzhou has 2 million, Sili has 2.2 million, and Bingzhou has only 400,000..."

Liu Bian counted his family treasures, looked back at Xun Yu, and said with a smile: "Qing family, do you believe this data? The combined population of these six states is only 12 million. During the Zhongping period, I, a Han Dynasty, had a thousand households. Ten thousand, the population is about 50 million, and the six richest states only account for one-fifth..."

Just as Xun Yu was about to speak, Liu Bian raised his head slightly and said, "The cultivated land area in the six states is only two million hectares, less than one-third of what it was during the Zhongping period... Qing family, do you want to persuade me to believe it?"

Seeing Liu Bian's insight, Xun Yu felt relieved. He raised his hand and said, "Your Majesty, I am not trying to blame you, nor do I believe it. It's just that if you force me to do something ignorant, I may change. The country is in chaos, and we must work together. It should be gentle and gentle, and should not be too harsh."

"Registration of land and household members". The reason why these figures are available is mostly due to Liu Bian's repeated pressure, forcing the chancellor and the chief officials of local states and counties.

The Chancellery and the imperial court complained about these high-pressure measures, not to mention the local emperors.

Liu Bian did not comment on Xun Yu's words. He looked into Xun Yu's eyes and said: "In Luoyang City, the officials form cliques, either we or the enemy. The big families are married together and are monolithic. The local governors, governors, and counties The wealthy families of the Shou family are all trying their best to increase their strength - taking advantage of plunder, exorbitant taxes, enclosing the land to feed the people, and cultivating private soldiers..."

Xun Yu bowed slightly and did not argue.

This is a fact, a known fact.

The most direct manifestation of the decline of the Han Dynasty and the fall of imperial power was that in addition to the emergence of powerful ministers, local leaders also began to gradually dominate one side and form their own forces. Regarding the orders of the imperial court, they were cautious at the beginning and then selective. The time it takes to accept and finally turn a deaf ear is actually very short.

Liu Bian did not mean to embarrass him, and said: "Generally speaking, there are more people and less land now. The Qing family believes that resettling the refugees and dividing the land, although it is not possible for everyone to have land for the time being, 70% to 80% of it should not be done." Is it difficult?”

Xun Yu pondered for a moment and said, "It's not difficult."

Liu Bian raised his eyebrows and said with some surprise: "The Qing family said it's not difficult?"

Xun Yu raised his hand and said seriously, "Your Majesty, judging from the memorials from various states and counties, the land is sufficient."

Liu Bian thought about it carefully and said, "Where is Qing Zhuang?"

In addition to being keen on enclosing land, local officials, aristocratic families, and those with high reputations also tended to support young people, gathering and hiding a large number of young people as private servants and soldiers.

Xun Yu said: "Shang Shutai has decided to impose restrictions on tenancy and rent to ensure that the people have a harvest that can at least satisfy their hunger."

Liu Bian's expression moved slightly, and he said with a smile: "Come, sit down and talk to the Qing family."

Most of the income of the wealthy families comes from renting. Once the rent is restricted, it will be a heavy blow to the wealthy families.

Liu Bian walked to the small pavilion not far away, sat down and picked up the teapot.

Xun Yu sat down opposite Liu Bian and glanced at the strange woman.

The woman sat down respectfully, while Liu Bian silently played with the tea set next to her.

Liu Bian poured a cup of tea for Xun Yu and said: "I have seen the governance of the Qing family this year. Generally speaking, it takes the overall situation into consideration and protects people's livelihood. The measures are appropriate, moderate and orderly, without ups and downs, and the northern states are stable." Upward, I am very satisfied."

After hearing Liu Bian's words, Xun Yu quietly let out a long sigh of relief.

Facing His Majesty in front of him, Xun Yu was always under great pressure. Not to mention him, the incompetent prime minister Yang Biao did not get recognition either.

"Drink tea,"

Liu Bian put down the teapot, with a relaxed expression, and said: "The officials, the ministers of Hucao, will not be replaced. You will continue to hold the post."

Xun Yu knew that this was a 'reward', so he picked up the teacup, bowed and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty."

Liu Bian took a sip of tea and waved his hand.

Pan Yin understood, gave the people around him a look, and quietly retreated.

After they left, Liu Bian hugged the tea cup and said with a smile: "As for the change of Yuan Dynasty next year, Jian'an, um, not bad. Regarding the establishment of a crown prince, I prefer Liu Shao, but I don't want to establish it for the time being, as long as the Qing family knows."

Xun Yu was slightly startled and then said: "I understand."

Saying 'I understand', Xun Yu felt secretly nervous.

It stands to reason that His Majesty has finally relented on the issue of establishing a crown prince that has been turbulent for many years, and the dust has finally settled. This is a huge reassurance for the government and the opposition.

But Xun Yu understood very well that his majesty had given him such a huge 'benefit', and as prime minister, he had to make a relatively huge 'response' on behalf of the court.

Liu Bian turned the tea cup in his hand, stared at Xun Yu, and continued to smile: "Yuzhou Mu, Liu Yao, let Liu Yao, Xuzhou Mu also give it to Liu Bei. I have approved the memorial to the Chancellor, and I will not implement it immediately." New Deal', with stability as the top priority."

Xun Yu bowed again, feeling as if a stone had fallen from his heart.

Liu Bian took a sip of tea and said, "It's okay not to have troops in the next two years."

Xun Yu's scalp felt a little tight. This 'benefit' was given too much!

Seeing that Xun Yu didn't speak, Liu Bian laughed again and said, "Don't be so nervous, Qing family, I don't have any excessive demands."

Xun Yu did not dare to raise his head and said, "I respectfully request your Majesty's instructions."

Liu Bian put down his tea cup, pretending to ponder for a while, and said: "First, the merger of counties and counties must be accelerated, there are too many counties. Second, the Baojia system must be implemented, and there is no room for perfunctory work. Third, the abolition of counties and counties cannot be delayed. Fourth, there is no need to delay. , the reform of taxation must be implemented clearly. Fifth, the separation of military and political affairs must be further promoted. Sixth, "household registration and land clearing" must continue. Seventh, land division must be implemented as soon as possible. Eighth, for some stubborn families Large households were forcibly moved to Jiangdong. Ninth, reclamation continued. Tenth..."

Xun Yu felt that his breathing was not smooth when he heard Liu Bian's neither salty nor bland words.

There are only a few here, but in the blink of an eye there are ten!

Some of them may seem neither light nor heavy, but when implemented, every resistance is extremely great!

Xun Yu bowed and listened to every word, thinking about how to bargain.

He knew very well the temperament of His Majesty in front of him, and he was a person who could be 'negotiated', as long as he found the right direction.

Liu Bian talked a lot, then changed his subject and said: "Qing family, there are too many officials in Yingchuan, please suppress them."

To Xun Yu, these words were nothing short of thunder.

(End of this chapter)