Ji Han Liu Zhang

Chapter 153: Rule Nanzhong with the people from the south
Faced with the situation that the ratio of Yi to Han population in Yongchang County was nine to one, or maybe ten to one, although Liu Zhang was not happy, he also knew that Nanzhong had been a land of Yi and Yue since the pre-Qin Dynasty, and the Han people had opened up Nanzhong. The time is only one or two hundred years, and it is not easy to be in the current situation, so we cannot be too demanding.

"What is the approximate proportion of Qingqiang and So people among the Soyi people in Yongchang County?" Liu Zhang asked Lu Chang.

Liu Zhang, who had been deeply involved in Nanzhong for a long time, had a certain understanding of Nanzhong. There were many types of barbarians in Nanzhong, but fundamentally they were divided into three types: Qingqiang, Sou people, and Yi people.

Qingqiang, also known as Qingyi Qiang, is a branch of the Qiang Rong people who originated from the northwest prairie. The Qingqiang hunted from the grassland along the Balang Mountain and Qionglai Mountains on the waterline between the Minjiang River and Dadu River, and finally reached Hanjia The Qingyi River Valley in the county was engaged in agriculture in the Qingyi River Valley. This time was probably the same era as the ancient Shu Kingdom, which can be said to have a long history.

Needless to say, the old man is a descendant of the Kaiming clan from ancient Shu.

As for the Yi people, the Yi people are the remaining Yiyue people after excluding the Qingqiang and Sou people in the south. They are subdivided into groups such as Liao, Pu, Bo, Ailao Yi, and Jia Niu Yi. Types, but the customs of this group of Yi people are basically braiding their hair in left knots and moving with their animals. They have certain similarities, so they can be classified into one category.

Among these three types, the Qingqiang live in the Qingyi River Basin in Hanjia County, close to Shu County, the economic and cultural center of Yizhou, and are more likely to receive the influence of the highly civilized Han culture, while the Sou people are descendants of the ancient Shu people.Therefore, Qingqiang and So people are highly civilized and can be considered as the upper half of the Han people.

But the three types of Yi people are different. Firstly, the Yi people are far away from Shu County. Secondly, most of the Yi people are not of Chinese Miao descent. They are completely unreasonable and can be called pure barbarians.

Therefore, Liu Zhang valued the Qingqiang and So people far more than the Yi people. If the semi-civilized Qing Qiang and So people were fully civilized and brought under the rule of the Han people, the Han people would be much stronger in Nanzhong, so he asked The proportion of Qingqiang and old people among the Yi people in Yongchang County, Lvchang has increased.

As the magistrate of Yongchang County, Lu Chang knew every detail of the situation in Yongchang County. He replied in a leisurely manner: "Dear Ming Gong, there are no members of the Qingqiang family in this county. As for the old man, there are some, but there are some." Not many, I estimate there are about 5000 to [-] people. Most of the barbarians controlled by this county are barbarians."

Liu Zhang nodded in surprise. Although this result was not very satisfactory to him, he still agreed. Hanjia County and Yongchang County, where Qingqiang lived, were separated by Yuexi County. It is assumed that Qingqiang could not move to Yongchang. Regarding the boundaries of the counties, the old people live in Yueqi and Yizhou counties. Some will migrate to Yongchang County, but it is estimated that there are not many.

Liu Zhang and Lu Chang chatted for a while about the customs and customs of Yongchang. It was not until the night got a little dark that the private banquet for Lu Chang dispersed.

The next day.

The last person, but also a very important role, Lu Chang, the magistrate of Yongchang County, rushed to Dianchi Lake. Liu Zhang presided over the meeting in the Mingtang of Dianchi County and started his Nanzhong Show.

In the Mingtang of Dianchi County, all the virtuous people from Nanzhong have arrived, including Gao Yi, the governor of Yizhou County, Jing Yi, the governor of Zangqi County, Lu Chang, the county magistrate of Yongchang County, and Cuan Xi, the magistrate of Jianling County. The surnames of Zangqi County are Long, Fu and Yin. , the head of the Dong clan; the leaders of the four major surnames in Yizhou County and the two surnames of Huo and Cuan; the chief surnames of Zhuti County such as Zhu, Lu, Lei, Xing, Qiu, Di, Gao and Li, etc., among the entire Nanzhong It can be said that all the dignitaries of the land have gathered here.

After greeting the people below, Liu Zhang motioned to Peng Yi, who was standing beside him, to read out his edict. This was originally Zhang Yi's job, but Zhang Yi was not in Dianchi at the moment, and was sent by Liu Zhang to Jiaozhou to do something that would benefit the country. It was a major event that benefited the people, so Peng Yi, who had always been in charge of document exchanges, read out the decree.

Peng Yi's voice was loud and clear, and he read out Liu Zhang's first order: "Change Yizhou County to Jianning County."

This news did not cause any movement among the people present. This order was very common and easy to understand. Yizhou County was changed to Jianning County. The word "Jianning" had a literal meaning. They probably knew Liu Zhang's thoughts and hoped to Yizhou County is built into a peaceful county.

"The southern part of Yuexi, the eastern part of Yongchang, and the western part of Jianning are divided into Yunnan County, and the parts of Zangda and Jianning south of Panshui are called Xinggu County."

"Zangke, Yuexi, Zhuti, Jianning, Yongchang, Yunnan, and Xinggu, since then seven counties have been established in South China."

Peng Yi finished reading Liu Zhang's second order. Unlike the first order, this order was not controversial, but it quickly caused a commotion among everyone present, especially the chiefs of the Nanzhong clan, who took some actions one after another.

For the big families in Nanzhong, more counties in Nanzhong means more official positions. As the local bosses of Nanzhong, although they have little chance of the high position of county governor, two thousand stones, due to the three mutual laws. , but they naturally refused to give up the positions of county magistrate, county lieutenant, and postal supervisor below the county governor. It can also be said that if these official positions were not given to them, outsiders would not be able to secure these positions.

However, they only made a commotion. Facing Liu Zhang, the Yizhou Shepherd who threatened to punish Nanzhong, they did not dare to let go and speak, so as not to offend Liu Zhang and cause death.

After Peng Yi read out these two orders, he stepped back. There were some words that Liu Zhang needed to speak for himself. Grace and power come from above, and authority should not be given to others.

"Lu Qing." Liu Zhang named Lu Chang, the magistrate of Yongchang County. Lu Chang immediately responded and bowed to Liu Zhang, pretending to be attentive.

Everyone present looked sideways at Lu Chang. As the magistrate of Yongchang County, Lu Chang did not communicate with the traitor Yong family. Instead, he closed the country to calm the people and defend one side when there was no news in Chengdu. It can be said that he has made meritorious deeds. Now, The first one to be called out by Liu Zhang seemed to be heavily rewarded.

They couldn't help but guess what kind of reward Liu Zhang would give Lu Chang. Gold, silver, brocade and silk would definitely be indispensable. Most of them would also give Lu Chang a promotion. As for what position he would be promoted to, some people already had the result in mind. Lu Chang is now As a county magistrate, with a rank of [-] shi, he should be promoted to a position with a rank of [-] shi.

"When Lu Qing was in great turmoil in Nanzhong, roads were cut off, and there was no news from inside and outside, he led his officials to seclusion to calm the people, kept integrity, insisted on loyalty, and did not associate with traitors. I commend him very much."

Liu Zhang loudly read out Lu Chang's achievements and prepared to tell the rewards for Lu Chang. At the same time, he was also prepared to hear the commotion and even excitement of the people below.

"Now I will take you as the prefect of Yongchang to control Yongchang."

As soon as the words were spoken, just as Liu Zhang had expected, the hall instantly burst into flames like firewood. 'How could he be the governor of Yongchang? 'This is the voice coming from the hearts of many Nanzhong clan leaders present. These people couldn't believe what they heard, but they didn't dare to ask the people around them, so they looked around, trying to learn the truth from others' eyes. Without exception, in the eyes of others, what they heard was confirmed.

However, despite being certified, the patriarchs of this group of big clans still looked surprised and hesitant, and they were not convinced of what Liu Zhang just said, although they heard clearly that Liu Zhang appointed Lu Chang as the prefect of Yongchang.

In the minds of the chiefs of the Nanzhong clan, regarding Liu Zhang’s order, not to mention Liu Zhang’s appointment of Lu Chang, the county magistrate, as the prefect, the reward for Lu Chang’s contribution can be regarded as an excessive reward, but as long as Liu Zhang was happy and rewarded Lu Chang with a prefect, so they would not be so surprised.

It's just that the word "Yongchang" in front of the prefect made it difficult for these clan leaders to believe their ears, so they all looked like "I heard you right". You know, Lu Chang is from Yongchang, how can he serve as the prefect of Yongchang? This is illegal and against the rules.

Lu Chang, who was present to receive the reward, was also shocked. He even forgot about his scruples and raised his head to look at Liu Zhang who was sitting at the top with a look of disbelief. He just made eye contact with Liu Zhang who was smiling slightly. , he woke up immediately and buried his head. His heart was like a mess. He neither accepted Liu Zhang's reward nor refused Liu Zhang.

"Lu Qing." Seeing that Lu Chang was silent, Liu Zhang reminded him softly. Although Liu Zhang's voice was soft, it sounded in Lu Chang's ears like a bell, shaking his soul.

After all, as the county magistrate of a county, Lu Chang had some composure. After taking a few deep breaths to calm down, Lu Chang spoke: "Ming Gong, the court has a system. According to the three mutual laws, the in-law's family cannot serve as the governor of the marriage partner, let alone Let alone Chang, who was born in Yongchang, how could he serve as the governor of Yongchang County? Chang thanked Duke Ming for his kindness, but he still asked Duke Ming to take back his life."

In Lu Chang's heart, he wanted the official position of governor of a county, and he also wanted to be an official in this county.Therefore, Liu Zhang appointed him as the prefect of Yongchang County, which was a matter of great joy to him. Therefore, Lu Chang felt a little regretful after saying his words of rejection, but the court system could not be overcome. In addition, he is a minister and cannot watch his master make mistakes.

"The imperial court has a system and three mutual laws. It is not appropriate for Lu Qing to be appointed as the prefect of Yongchang." Liu Zhang nodded, as if he recognized Lu Chang's refusal and gave up the idea of ​​appointing Lu Chang as the prefect of Yongchang.

But then Liu Zhang shook his head and changed his tone: "But the law is impermanent, and the Tao is impermanent. If officials are appointed blindly according to the Three Mutual Laws, as in the past, the native place and the family of in-laws must be avoided, there will be a taboo change. Mi, choose difficult issues, such as Youzhou and Jizhou, where there is a long-term shortage that cannot be filled."

"This is also the reason why Yongchang County has not had a county governor in office for many years, so the envoy has the position of county chief and the important responsibility of county governor. However, although Lu Qing holds the authority of the county governor, after all, his name is not justified and he cannot be like a county governor. Let the people of Yongchang know that they have a unified command."

Speaking of this, Liu Zhang's eyes were firm and he spoke unshakable words: "Zhang is a clan relative and has been granted the title of envoy of the Supervisory Army. He leads Yizhou as a shepherd. In addition, the court is in trouble and the country is in dust. This is a time of crisis. Therefore, what happened in the state , I have to do it cheaply, do it first and repay later.”

"Now I have decided to appoint you as the prefect of Yongchang, so that the people of Yongchang will know that they have a subordinate, and I will also order Lu Qing to be honest and responsible for the affairs of Yongchang County. Secondly, I will order Lu Qing to return home in rich clothes."

Liu Zhang moved out the sign of the Han clan clan, and the emperor's court was no longer useful. My rules are the rules of Yizhou, so that Lu Chang can calmly accept the position of Yongchang prefect.

When Lu Chang heard this, his heart was touched, and his eyes could not help but sparkle. Regarding Liu Zhang's behavior of disregarding the court system and appointing him as the prefect of Yongchang, he choked with sobs and said: "Chang accepts the order and thanks Ming Gong."

'Mr. Lu Fu. Lu Chang called out this title to himself in his heart. He had been the county magistrate for many years. In the absence of a county guard, he was in charge of all matters of Yongchang County. Sometimes he thought about being called Mr. Lu Fu one day.

It was just that Lu Chang thought at that time that he had little hope of serving as a county guard in his life. He was from Nanzhong and had no connections in the court, so there was no way out. He was in Yongchang like a fish in water, but in Yongchang, he At most, he sat in the position of the county magistrate. The Three Mutual Methods were like a low ceiling, which made him breathless. He had no idea about the position of the county magistrate and could only settle down as a county magistrate. The position of Prime Minister.

But now, Liu Zhang praised his meritorious service and promoted him to the position of county governor. He was also the county governor of Yongchang in his own county, allowing him to return home in rich clothes. What a favor it was.

Lu Chang thanked Liu Zhang and went down, expressing his most loyal gratitude to Liu Zhang. At the same time, he secretly made up his mind that in this life, his wealth and life would be placed in the hands of the Ming Gong.

"Rule Nanzhong with people from the south, Zhuge Wuhou, your plan is very good, but unfortunately, it is mine now." Liu Zhang looked at Lu Chang who was kneeling down and silently recited the strategy he got from Zhuge Wuhou.

Historically, after Zhuge Wuhou pacified Nanzhong, he appointed Li Hui, a native of Jianning, as the commander-in-chief of Xijiang and the prefect of Jianning.He also promoted Lu Kai, the son of Lu Chang in front of him, from a meritorious officer to the governor of Yunnan. The Yunnan County was separated from Yongchang and was considered Lu Kai's own county.These operations of Zhuge Wuhou broke the old three mutual laws and the domicile avoidance system of local governors since the Eastern Han Dynasty.

Zhuge Wuhou was an extraordinary person and had extraordinary behavior.

After using Zhuge Wuhou's plan in advance, Liu Zhang, who felt uneasy, apologized in the direction of Xiangyang in his heart. He thought that Zhuge Wuhou should have fled from Xuzhou Langya to Xiangyang for refuge when Cao Cao attacked Xuzhou for the second time.

After Lu Chang thanked Liu Zhang, he retreated into the banquet and expressed that Lu Chang's appointment as the prefect of Yongchang County had come to a successful conclusion.

But this matter did not calm down as it seemed. All the patriarchs of the Nanzhong clan present were in a state of shock. They couldn't help but look at Liu Zhang's unreasonable behavior and claiming that Lu Chang was the prefect of Yongchang. A dazzling official career path has arrived.

They were from Nanzhong, and their level of Confucianism was not as good as that of the Central Plains scholars. Their family background was pretty good in Nanzhong, but compared to the Yingchuan wealthy families and the Central Plains aristocratic families, their family backgrounds could only be considered small Kalami.

So in this case, they usually have no chance to get ahead in the court. In their hometown in Nanzhong, there are three mutual laws. They can only do the work of county officials. But now Liu Zhang in front of him has let go of the three mutual laws on them. The restraint showed them a clear path, and the group of people couldn't help but look at Liu Zhang with eager eyes.

　I would like to inform all readers that the title of the novel has been changed and the word "Three Kingdoms" has been added. I would like to express my gratitude to my editor Lu Ming (●''●)
　　
　
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