I, Liu Bian, Sanxing Han Dynasty

Chapter 104 How can we do loss-making business?

When the news of Tian Feng's attack came out, Cao Cao had already led his troops to fight against Jiangxia Man.

Facing the Central Field Army, which was much more elite than the county soldiers, the barbarians were no match at all. They could only hide in the mountains and forests and take advantage of the favorable geographical location to delay the fight with the Han army.

Under this situation, Cao Cao also had time to visit the Taiwei.

"Mr. Ma, there are many clan thieves in Jingzhou, and there is more than one Huarong Bei family. Is it true that only the Bei family was involved in the attack on the imperial censor? The official concluded the case hastily because he thought he could not just deal with the Bei family."

Of course, Cao Cao didn't want to blame Huarong Bei for the attack on Shi Yushi. He was more willing to take the opportunity to clear out the powerful people nearby.

A powerful sect thief like Bei Yu, if he doesn't deal with poetry and books, there is no one above him, so even if he is dealt with, there will be no consequences.

But Ma Rixi did not agree with Cao Cao's words. He taught earnestly and sincerely: "Be lenient in politics, maintain tranquility, and promote the general system. The culprit has been brought to justice, and the Jiangxia barbarians have not yet been pacified. It is the time to appease the people, how can we Implicate innocent people? A moral person would never do such a thing."

As a Taiwei, Ma Rixi is now the leader of the war and political affairs in Jingzhou.

However, although Cao Cao's official position was not as good as that of Ma Rixi, he was not afraid of him. He continued to persuade: "Ma Gong, now is the time when the country is in crisis. Tian Yushi just came to Huarong County and found out that Bei's privately made armor. Why? We know how many Huarong counties there are in each county in Jingzhou. Moreover, when the official came, His Highness the Crown Prince specifically asked to pay attention to the clan traitors. Isn't now the best time to deal with the clan traitors?"

Cao Cao knew that Ma Rixi had good relations with Lu Zhi and Cai Yong, both of whom were the prince's teachers, so he thought of using the prince's name to make Ma Rixi change his mind.

But Ma Rixi was still stubborn and insisted on implementing "benevolent government" and said: "Captain Cao doesn't need to say anything. I will write a letter to explain the pros and cons to His Highness."

Cao Cao could not convince Ma Rixi. After leaving, he immediately wrote a memorial.

Cao Cao knew very well that the imperial court's purpose of sending the censor this time was ultimately for money and food. But the way the court can obtain money and food is not just through taxes. For just one Bei family, the total value of his house, land, slaves and maids is more than one million.

Cao Cao's and Ma Rixi's memorials arrived at the Chancellor's desk almost at the same time, and appeared in front of Liu Bian one after another.

Liu Bian sighed after seeing this. If he had known that Ma Rixi was not as tough as he was with Ding Gong and Fan Ling when he was in the court, he should have called him back to the court and directly entrusted the affairs of Jingzhou to Cao Cao.

He thought that when Li Jue and Guo Fan were in power, he sent Ma Rixi to patrol the east with the festival, and Ma Rixi went to Yuan Shu. As a result, Yuan Shu took away the festival and used it to promote his generals.

To be fair, Ma Rixi's political philosophy is actually very reasonable, but it is out of date.

As Xun Yu said, Jiangxia's barbarians are rebelling, and Jingzhou's taxes will definitely be reduced this year.

Of course Liu Bian is not willing to make a loss-making business.

Otherwise, wouldn’t it be true that his previous efforts to think of ways to increase taxes turned into a clown and it was me?

Liu Bian must use the excuse of Tian Feng's attack to make up for what he lost.

Liu Bian pointed to the two memorials: "Everyone is discussing, whose opinion should be listened to?"

Comparing the memorials of the captain of two thousand stones and the captain of ten thousand stones is a statement in itself.

Fan Ling took the lead and said: "The imperial envoy was attacked. It is such a big matter. If we don't go into it deeply, where will the majesty of the Han family be?"

Fan Ling was so determined not just to agree with Liu Bian. But because the treasury can get most of the proceeds from the confiscation of houses, Sikong has the financial power. This year, the treasury has spent a lot to save the floods in the seven counties, and the situation of making ends meet is even worse than last year.

Lu Zhi, who had spent the longest time with Liu Bian, noticed Liu Bian's thoughts and reminded: "Punishment should not be excessive. Exceeding the limit will easily cause disaster."

These days, people can't help but use swords, but armor is different.

Liu Bian finally decided: "Private possession of armor is a serious crime. Bei's family is not the only thief in Jingzhou. He ordered Shi Tianfeng, the imperial censor, to investigate closely. Anyone who colludes with Bei and makes armor privately should have their property confiscated and all be returned to the state treasury." ."    Tian Feng has an upright temperament and has endured hardships. He will neither involve too much nor let offenders go.

Lu Zhi didn't understand Tian Feng's character, but he didn't try to persuade him.

There was a big move going on in Jingzhou, and Huangfu Song, who was in charge of Jingzhao, was not idle either.

As Jing Zhaoyin, he held both military and political power, and governing the people was also one of his responsibilities. Guanzhong's water conservancy foundation was very good, and it was enough for Huangfu Song to organize manpower to dredge the ditches built by his predecessors.

For Huangfu Song, his focus is still on the military. He must not only guard the three auxiliaries, but also provide necessary assistance to Liangzhou.

In terms of politics, Huangfu Song was not like his uncle Huangfu Gui, but more like Duan Jiong. He believed that those Qiang and Huns who disobeyed management were not trustworthy and had nothing to show mercy to. If they should be killed, they would be killed directly.

Too much killing and too much prestige.

The Qiang and Huns were frightened when they heard Huangfu Song's name. In some Qiang tribes, it could even stop children from crying.

When this reputation is combined with the attraction of Qiang and Huns who are outside the control of the government, it cannot be said that they hit it off, but it can only be said that it is half the result with twice the result.

Huangfu Song was also aware of this problem. He asked Fu Xie about his experience in farming in Hanyang and believed that farming in Sanfu was feasible.

So he wrote a letter to reply to Liu Bian's inquiry.

When the memorial arrived in Luoyang, Liu Bian discussed it with Ding Gong, Lu Zhi and others.

As far as Huangfu Song's petition is concerned, he obviously believed that he could not do the farm work and hoped that the imperial court would send someone to take charge.

Moreover, the three auxiliaries are essentially one body, and the farmland should also be planned together.

This is a statement made for the public good.

Liu Bian was not sure who to send there for the moment. Farming was not accomplished overnight. From the beginning of farming to the collection of taxes, it was a slow process.

Therefore, those responsible for farming must be honest and honest, and must not be eager for quick success.

Don't forget that before the fields have even been cultivated for a few acres, the people who were attracted to cultivate the fields will be squeezed to the point of rebellion.

At the beginning of farming, not only seeds and agricultural tools must be distributed, but also taxes must be exempted for the first one or two years.

Because the people recruited for farming are Qiang and Huns who do not obey management, most of these people do not know how to farm, and they need to be specially sent to teach them.

Moreover, facing the Qiang and Huns, this person must not be weak, but he must not be so strong that he disobeys Huangfu Song's management.

The next day, Situ Ding Palace sent candidates for the field, and the first person on the list was Tao Qian.

Liu Bian thought that Tao Qian had fought with Huangfu Song. Judging from the fact that he looked down on Zhang Wen, who later succeeded Huangfu Song, Huangfu Song should be able to suppress him.

Tao Qian was quite good at governing the local area. Historically, after defeating the Yellow Turbans in Xuzhou, he started to promote farming and restore production.

Liu Bian thought that there would be no problems if he was not allowed to lead the army alone, so he agreed with Tao Qian to be the third auxiliary military commander.

(End of this chapter)