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Chapter 264: Educating the people of a state; Zen Master Huanglong, full of blood and Raoping! 【Please subscribe】

Chaozhou is still Chaozhou, but it is not Chaozhou.

When Han Yu came to Chaozhou, he carried out drastic reforms in this state.

First, some corrupt officials were severely punished to make the administration clear.

Then all unnecessary taxes and fees were banned, reducing the burden on the people.

In addition, Han Yu also vigorously developed schools. The county government took the initiative and must build village schools in every village and town.

Of course, Chaozhou is close to the sea and has many rivers. Han Yu also ordered people to build dams.

Thanks to Han Yu's unremitting efforts and the joint efforts of Chaozhou people, Chaozhou has become completely new.

yore.

When Han Yu left Chang'an, in front of the Holy Emperor, he not only promised to solve the problem of Chaozhou dragons, but more importantly, he also promised to educate the people in this place.

Looking at it now, it is quite effective.

……

……

Chaozhou, the state capital.

In a side hall, Han Yu was concentrating on reviewing the official documents submitted by the county magistrate of Chaozhou.

This official document describes the situation of each village school in Chaozhou. Not only the number of students enrolled, but also their ages are also recorded in detail...

Not long after, Han Yu's personal servant suddenly walked in and said:
"Sir, the embankment on the south bank of Raoping will be completed soon."

"County Magistrate Chen, I would like to invite you to come and watch the ceremony."

Han Yu looked up from the fold and asked:
"When is the completion date?"

"Three days later." Liang'an replied.

Han Yu thought for a while and then ordered:

"Liang'an, go back and tell County Magistrate Chen that I will go."

"Yes, sir."

Liang An nodded respectfully.

Seeing that Han Yu still had something to do, he decided to leave.

As a result, as soon as I went out, I saw bright clouds on the horizon, and there seemed to be a glow.

Liang'an looked up and suddenly saw a Taoist priest wearing a robe and a jade flute hanging from his waist, coming on a cloud.

"Master!"

"The Heavenly Master is here!"

Seeing this, Liangan shouted hurriedly.

The loud sound also alarmed Han Yu.

I knew in my heart that Xiangzi was coming...

He hurriedly put down the official document in his hand, stood up and left the table and chair. Before he could walk out the door, a fairy light came towards him, and he saw his grandnephew Han Xiangzi suddenly appearing in front of him.

"My child has met his great-uncle!"

Seeing this uncle whom he had not seen for nearly a year, Han Xiangzi raised his hand and said hello.

Seeing this, Han Yu waved his hand:
"Xiangzi, there is no need to be polite in front of me."

Immediately, some complained:

"You said you were visiting the Dragon Palace of the East China Sea. How come it's been almost a year since you've been there?"

"My uncle didn't know something. My grandnephew was delayed for a while by other things, so he came late."

Han Xiangzi explained with a smile.

Naturally, he would not tell Han Yu that he was in the East China Sea and was plotted by the Prince of the East China Sea.

The two chatted for a while, and Han Yu suddenly mentioned the matter and said with emotion to Han Xiangzi:

"Xiangzi, thanks to your blessing, my uncle drove away those dragons. Your Majesty has decreed that Buddha's bones will no longer be brought into Chang'an."

"You are a hero in this matter and should be worshiped by your uncle!"

After saying that, Han Yu bowed directly to Han Xiangzi.

"Uncle, why do you and your grandsons need to be so polite?"

Seeing this scene, Han Xiangzi hurriedly helped Han Yu and smiled.

At that moment, the two came to sit down in the side hall. Han Xiangzi took a sip of tea and said to Han Yu:
"Uncle, from Pindao's point of view, this Chaozhou matter is almost settled. I wonder when you plan to return to Chang'an?"

Han Yu did not give a clear answer, but just said:
"Don't be busy now. Raoping South Dam will be completed in three days. If you are free, we might as well go and take a look."

"Alright."

Han Xiangzi nodded slightly.

The two talked for a while, and the tea in Han Xiangzi's cup was almost gone.

When Liang An saw this, he went up and filled up another glass.

Immediately, he quietly retreated.

Looking at Liang'an's move, Han Xiangzi smiled and said nothing.

At the same time, he secretly used his spiritual power of knowing him well, and saw that this child had a sincere heart, but still mixed with a hint of flattery.

But these are harmless.

As for Han Yu?
Han Xiangzi clearly saw a heart of loyalty, courage and enthusiasm, and a clear and awe-inspiring heart.

Looking back, Han Xiangzi lowered his head and took a sip of tea.

He also asked Han Yu, has anyone come to see him during this period?
The person he asked was naturally Ao Jiao.

Ao Jiao had been in Chang'an for almost a year, and it was time to find out who was behind the scenes that day to stir up trouble and murder his uncle...

"not at all."

Han Yu shook his head and said.

"It seems that the third princess probably encountered trouble in Chang'an, or was delayed by something..." After hearing this, Han Xiangzi thought to himself.

"Liang'an, go to the backyard and make a clean and quiet room for Xiangzi."

After Han Yu and Han Xiangzi chatted for half an hour, they turned around and gave instructions to Liang An.

"Yes, sir." Liang An responded.

After saying that, he turned around and left the side hall.

……

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Chaozhou.

Raoping County, Nanba Canal.

Speaking of which, County Magistrate Chen almost fell asleep on the dam during these ten months.

He is in his thirties this year and has been in official career for almost [-] years.

It's a pity that during his tenure, he has always held official positions as small as sesame seeds.

Three years ago, the former magistrate of Raoping County died of illness, and he, the county magistrate, had the opportunity to replace him.

He was a scholar with some character, and he couldn't stand the flattery in the officialdom, so naturally no one was willing to support him.

Therefore, in the age of forty, his official career was not prosperous, and he only reached the rank of seventh-rank official.

Fortunately, Han Yu has come to Chaozhou now. He is determined to rectify Chaozhou's officialdom and uses people in an eclectic way.

Magistrate Chen could be said to be very fond of Han Yu.

County Magistrate Chen also understood that once he was valued by Han Yu, he would have a new future.

For this reason, Han Yu decided to build a dam in Chaozhou. He made plans based on local conditions and took the lead in organizing brave men from the countryside to build the south dam in Raoping County.

Even during these days of completion, we shared the joys and sorrows with the people, eating and housing together.

"Master, something serious happened!"

Nanba, in a work shed.

County Magistrate Chen, wearing a sackcloth jacket, was filling rocks and loading trucks for the workers on the side. When he was working hard, a follower suddenly ran over and shouted loudly.

"What happened to make you so panicked?"

Seeing this, Magistrate Chen frowned and asked.

at the same time.

The other workers also stopped what they were doing and looked at the follower.

"Sir, the stone pillars of the Nanba beam cannot be knocked down at all."

"After finally laying down two feet, I saw gurgling blood flowing from the ground. It was so oozing that everyone was frightened. Sir, please go over and take a look!"

The attendant explained.

"Is there such a thing?"

Magistrate Chen's face changed, and he suddenly turned pale. After he calmed down a little, he hurriedly urged the man:
"Lead me to have a look!"

After saying that, he followed the entourage without saying a word.

Only the stunned people were left standing there.Among them, an elderly man suddenly let out a long sigh shortly after County Magistrate Chen left:
"Ugh!"

"Before, Zen Master Huanglong of Taoshan Temple said that this river on the south bank of Raoping has a spiritual dragon living here."

"The place where the Nanba pillars were built is only a few hundred feet away from the middle of the river. Maybe the stone pillars happened to be nailed to the spiritual dragon, and then the blood came out."

As soon as these words came out, everyone's expression changed.

Is this too weird?

When a young man heard this, he immediately laughed and said:

"Old man, you are too stupid. That spiritual dragon is a living creature with the ability to fly through the clouds and water. How could it lie there motionless and let you drive a pile!"

As soon as the words fell, someone immediately echoed:
"Brother Dong is right. Since it is a spiritual dragon, it must be a psychic thing. He will not just stay there and let us drive piles!"

"Perhaps, when we are about to build the dam, the spiritual dragon will have already left..."

"Old man, you should stop making alarmist remarks, let alone building the South Dam, which is the will of Duke Changli."

"..."

Being talked back to by the younger generation, the old man was choked on the head and his neck turned red. He wanted to retaliate a few words.

But when the words come to my lips, I don’t know how to speak?
After all, what they said makes sense.

After holding it in for a long time, the old man finally spoke:

"Hmph! What do a bunch of juniors know?"

"Zen Master Huanglong does not support dam construction!"

really.

When he mentioned Zen Master Huanglong, the expressions of those young disciples suddenly became condensed.

This Zen Master Huanglong is a virtuous eminent monk known far and wide.

He has a compassionate heart, saves lives and heals the wounded, and has vast supernatural powers and extraordinary abilities.

In recent years, Chaozhou has been plagued by dragons. If he hadn't protected him, most of the people in Chaozhou would have been lost.

The old man's provocation makes the juniors worthy of being silent.

……

……

The county magistrate spoke to Chen and followed his entourage almost all the way to the place where the pillars were struck.

Before they even arrived, the follower's keen eyes discovered that the silt land below the embankment was already covered with a thick layer of blood.

Before he could, he quickly pointed with his hand and said:
"Master, it's blood!"

County Magistrate Chen looked closely and saw the blood below that dyed the entire river beach red.

There were also a lot of blood clots and a dark-purple blood paste mixed in, which made people feel nauseous.

"This... what the hell is going on here?"

Seeing this situation, County Magistrate Chen panicked for no reason.

"By the way, where are the strong men?"

County Magistrate Chen looked around and saw no one, so he subconsciously asked his entourage.

When the attendant heard this, he looked to the left and right. Where was there any human figure?
In this regard, he couldn't help but mutter:
"It's strange. When I left just now, those people were still here. How come they disappeared in the blink of an eye?"

"Did you get scared away?"

After coming back to his senses, the entourage saw the thin blood mist rising in the air, and immediately advised Magistrate Chen:

"Master, it's better for us to leave first, otherwise the blood mist will get bigger soon, which will be bad."

Seeing this, County Magistrate Chen nodded slightly and said:

"It's time to leave. The matter is serious and I have to go to the state capital in person to see Duke Chang Li."

At that moment, the two of them did not dare to stay here for a long time and left in a hurry.

County Magistrate Chen left the work shed, mounted his horse and headed straight for the state capital.

As for the follower, he had obeyed his order and advised the villagers to go home quickly.

In fact.

Without Magistrate Chen's orders, these common people had long thought of leaving when they saw that the situation was not good.

That night, the incident of bloody water on the pillars of Raoping Nanba spread all over the county town, making people panic.

Overnight, a lot of rumors emerged.

It is said that under the South Dam, there is a cave of the spiritual dragon. This thing is nostalgic and refuses to leave. I am willing to suffer the pain of nailing the stake.

Some people also say that the entire Raoping County was built on the back of a giant turtle to build a dam. When the big pillar was lowered, the turtle shell was pierced, which caused a sudden burst of blood and water.

Of course, some people say that building dams on the Nanjiang River has ruined the local feng shui and cut off the river's veins. The blood flowing from the ground is a warning sign.

……

In short, there are many rumors.

But no one can tell, what is the reason for the blood and water flowing out of this land?

……

Raoping County is still more than two hundred miles away from the state capital.

County Magistrate Chen came all the way on horseback and ran all night. At dawn, he arrived at the state government office.

As soon as he arrived at the government office, he couldn't wait to see Han Yu.

At that time, Han Yu was having his meal after getting up early.

Liang'an serves beside him.

Soon, the official from the state government came in and said to Han Yu:
"Sir, Magistrate Chen of Raoping County would like to see you!"

"The inauguration ceremony of the Raoping Nanba will take two days, but why does County Magistrate Chen have time to come to the government office?"

Hearing this, Han Xiangzi wondered.

Immediately afterwards, he gave instructions to the officer:
"Let him wait for a moment, I will be here shortly."

"Yes, my lord." The officer responded and then respectfully retreated.

After a hundred breaths, Han Yu put down his bowls and chopsticks and prepared to go to the front hall of the state government office to meet Magistrate Chen.

Seeing this, Liang'an hurriedly advised:

"Master, it's still early. Can you have another bowl of porridge?"

"No need, then County Magistrate Chen must have something important to do when he comes here."

Han Yu waved his hand and said.

After saying that, he left directly.

Liang'an had no choice but to follow him.

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State capital, front hall.

County Magistrate Chen, who had been running around all night, suddenly felt unbearably hungry when he arrived here. When he was about to go out to find something to eat, he saw an old man with gray temples and a pale face walking in.

"Greetings to Duke Changli!"

Upon seeing this person, County Magistrate Chen quickly knelt down and saluted.

Han Yu didn't expect that County Magistrate Chen came to the state capital wearing only shorts. He was stunned for a moment and then waved his hands.

"Chen... County Magistrate Chen, there is no need to be polite."

As soon as he sat down, he heard County Magistrate Chen's stomach growling.

Looking at Magistrate Chen's tired appearance, Han Yu knew in his heart that he must have stayed up all night to get here.

Thinking of this, Han Yu said to Liang An:
"Go to the kitchen and bring a breakfast to Magistrate Chen."

"Yes, sir."

Liang'an had no doubt that he was there and quickly agreed.

"This official made Duke Changli laugh."

In this room, when County Magistrate Chen saw this, he looked bitter and said.

Han Yu shook his head:

"No problem."

Immediately afterwards, he asked: "Magistrate Chen rushed here overnight. I wonder what big event happened in your Raoping County?"

"Mr. Changli, this matter is strange to say, so I'll allow you to report it carefully."

"Yesterday evening, my official..."

At that moment, County Magistrate Chen told Han Yu everything about what happened yesterday evening.

Han Yu was also surprised when he learned that blood was pouring out of the water below the Nan Dam for no apparent reason.

"This is the first time I have heard of such rumors..."

Han Yu gently stroked his beard and spoke slowly.

After the words fell, Magistrate Chen immediately stood up, cupped his hands toward Han Yu and said:
"Seeing that only a few pillars of the South Dam were left to sink into the river, it was about to be completed. At this critical moment, this happened. In my humble position and desperation, I had no choice but to come to the state capital overnight and ask Duke Changli to make a decision!"

(End of this chapter)