I, Liu Bian, Sanxing Han Dynasty

Chapter 543 Southern Yangzhou
Compared to the Central Plains region where rebellions and rebellions were in full swing, the painting style of Yangzhou seemed a bit strange.

It cannot be said that there is no chaos, but no one dares to start it.

Logically speaking, Yangzhou, especially the several counties south of the Yangtze River, had many large families but few Confucian scholars, and these people seemed to be the opponents of land measurement.

But in fact, they neither support nor oppose it.

Focusing on a Buddhist system.

"It's not that they don't want to, but that they dare not!" Zhou Yu made a bold conclusion.

General Lu Kang of An Dong heard this and asked, "Why did Gong Jin say that?"

Zhou Yu replied, "They are naturally resistant to measuring the land, but Yangzhou has a small population and they don't lack land. Even though they immigrated from the north last year, it still seems empty compared to the several counties in southern Yangzhou. And those who are most resistant to paying taxes have already fled to the mountains to join the Shanyue people."

"Secondly, last year the imperial army suppressed rebellions in Jiujiang, Danyang and other places, and they crushed them with ease. They are afraid."

After Zhou Yu finished speaking, he bowed to Lu Kang and said, "This is what I thought in my heart. I wonder if it is correct? I hope you can give me some advice."

Lu Kang smiled and was about to speak when he heard a slightly childish voice coming from outside the door - "I know another reason."

Zhou Yu turned around and recognized the man. It was Lu Kang's great-grandson Lu Yi. The latter was only thirteen or fourteen years old, but he looked very smart and often hit the nail on the head when he spoke.

Seeing that Lu Kang seemed to be about to reprimand Lu Yi for being rude, Zhou Yu quickly stopped him and said, "Wait a minute, sir. I have talked with Lu Yi before and know that he is not the kind of person who talks nonsense. Why don't you listen to what he has to say?"

Seeing this, Lu Kang smiled bitterly and said, "I have been too busy with official duties in recent years and have neglected to discipline my children and grandchildren. I am sorry to have embarrassed you, Gongjin."

Zhou Yu smiled and said, "I should be happy that a great man like Yi has appeared among my grandchildren."

Lu Kang replied: "At such a young age, you are already showing off your quick mind. You are still far from being as good as Gongjin!"

Although Lu Kang's words were somewhat self-deprecating, they did contain some truth.

However, Lu Yi disagreed with Lu Kang's attitude. However, he respected Lu Kang after all, so he did not refute him. He just expressed his own point of view: "They are worried that if they are caught for rebellion, the children of the clan will have no hope of official career in the future."

"The various clans in Yangnan are intermarried with each other, and their relationships are constantly cut. Therefore, as long as no one dares to take the lead, there is no need to worry about chaos. Fortunately, the war in Central Plains is going smoothly now, and these clans who are waiting and watching are becoming more cautious."

Zhou Yu was shocked when he heard Lu Yi's words. He wondered if he could say such words when he was Lu Yi's age?

After thinking for a while, his answer was no. It was not that he thought he didn't have the ability, but that General Anton was not with him at the time.

But even Lu Kang couldn't hide his surprise when he heard Lu Yi's words. He even asked, "Did you think of this yourself?"

"Of course!" Lu Yi looked pleased.

Zhou Yu came back to his senses and praised: "This is the son of a unicorn."

Regardless of whether this was Lu Yi's own idea or someone else hinted at Lu Yi, he just praised it. Although Zhou Yu felt that Lu Kang would not put on such a show just to pave the way for his grandson, who knows? Lu Kang is old after all, so he can understand that he is a little anxious.

After being praised, Lu Yi continued, "In fact, I have seen a lot in the past two years. I feel more and more that they want to make a profit but dare not take risks. There is no such good thing in the world."

If Liu Bian were here, he would definitely tell them that before the population migration to the south during the chaotic period of the late Han Dynasty and the Yongjia Migration, the local big families in the south of the Yangtze River were so lacking in fighting capacity.

Lu Kang obviously agreed with Zhou Yu and Lu Yi's views, but he still emphasized: "A wise man can make mistakes even if he makes a thousand plans. When it comes to military and national affairs, we should be cautious first. The current situation seems to be stable, but we must be prepared for a rainy day."

Zhou Yu and Lu Yi both responded in agreement.

Zhou Yu suggested: "Among the several counties in southern Yangzhou, the one with the most spare capacity is Minzhong County. Although transportation is inconvenient in Minzhong, under the general's rule, there is no shortage of food, only soldiers."

Lu Kang sighed and said, "I have already sent a message to Chen Yuanlong, but it is windy at sea now. Even if we take a ship to sail along the coast, it is still risky. If we go by land, there are many inconveniences due to the high mountains and steep ridges. It will probably take some time for the soldiers from Minzhong County to come here."

"It's a pity that I don't have the energy to spare now, otherwise I would definitely try to open up a road to central Fujian."

Zhou Yu had also been to central Fujian, and knew that the fastest way to get there was by sea. If he wanted to travel by land, he would have to use all his strength to move mountains.

……

"Minzhong really lacks a Yugong who can move the mountains like the god sent by God!" Chen Deng couldn't help but sigh.

Since he took office as the governor of Minzhong, he has felt the isolation of Minzhong. In Chen Deng's opinion, sea transportation is actually quite convenient, but it is affected by the season and there is a risk of ships capsizing.

Therefore, when Chen Deng first took office, he appointed local officials to explore the roads, and sometimes he would inspect them personally.

This time, he escorted the county soldiers who were sent to Kuaiji County under the order of General Andong. Fortunately, after leaving Minzhong, he no longer needed to supply food and fodder, otherwise Chen Deng would dare to argue with Lu Andong.

In fact, to this day, after inspecting the terrain of central Fujian, Chen Deng came to the conclusion that the overall situation of central Fujian's difficult external roads would be difficult to change during his tenure.

In central Fujian, there is almost no flat land. Although the mountains are generally not high, there are many mountains connected to each other without even a buffer in between. This meant that Chen Deng's original plan to repair the roads between the mountains could not achieve his original purpose.

In addition, central Fujian has abundant rain, abundant vegetation, and many snakes, insects, rats, and ants. It can be said that the word "Min" in Minzhong vividly reveals the topography and environment of central Fujian.

After Chen Deng became the prefect, he stationed many guard posts and soldiers along the roads. Their biggest responsibility was not to manage the already sparse and scattered population, but to ensure that the already rugged and winding roads would not disappear due to being covered by grass and trees after a rain.

As for the Shanyue people in central Fujian, Chen Deng believed that they were not a big problem. Although there were many mountains in central Fujian and few acres of land that could be reclaimed, there were even fewer people in central Fujian!
Among the county soldiers who set out this time were the Shanyue people recruited by Chen Deng.

By the time they crossed another hill, Chen Deng was already exhausted and gasping for breath, but when he saw that the Shanyue people in the army had almost no reaction, he couldn't help but sigh.

Then, he took a breath and announced loudly: "I will send you here. This time, we are dispatched in response to Lu An Dong's order. You are all heroes. When you return victorious, you will receive another reward!"

When the county soldiers understood Chen Deng's intention, they all thanked the Lord and left in a heroic manner.

(End of this chapter)