Zhenguan Wenzong System

Chapter 242

Fang Xuanling went to look for Li Shimin only after he made up his mind to have a good rest after lunch.

It is a lie to say that Li Shimin is not diligent for two consecutive months of saving food and clothing and dealing with a lot of government affairs.Quite often, these courtiers feel a little guilty. After all, the emperor's hard work means that they are not capable enough.Otherwise, it would be nice to give Li Shimin some time to drink tea and flirt.The incident happened one after another, and there was no intention of letting anyone rest at all.

Especially Li Shimin's hardcore, they feel sorry for Li Shimin, so many things can be solved by themselves as much as possible.Even if it can't be solved, I still think about how to give Li Shimin a little breathing time.Just like today.

When Fang Xuanling arrived, Li Shimin had just woken up.Although sleepy-eyed, he still held a book of memorials and looked at it slowly.Even Fang Xuanling didn't bother him when he came in.

"Your Majesty, there is an urgent matter here, please take a look at it." Fang Xuanling's face was also a little dark at the moment, the matter was more serious, and he had a headache.

Hearing that the voice was Fang Xuanling, Li Shimin put down the memorial in his hand and said: "What happened, please tell me." He said, but his voice was still a little weak.Obviously just woke up, this mental head has not fully awakened.Of course, it has something to do with working hard day and night during this period.

Fang Xuanling frowned when he heard it, but the current matter had to be resolved.There is no way, at this time, even if you don't say it, you can't do it.

"Your Majesty, before talking about this matter, please call the heads of the three provinces and six ministries, as well as Si Nong Siqing and Luo Yan, and then read this document. It was made by Si Nong Temple today, and it contains The soil was randomly collected from seven places in Chang'an County for verification." As he spoke, he asked the servant to submit the documents.

Li Shimin did not read the document immediately after he got it, but asked Fang Xuanling: "What? Luo Yan also returned to Beijing? Although I haven't read it yet, what you said must be related to farming. However, Luo Yan What can Yan Minglai do? Although he is knowledgeable, he is not even familiar with farming, right? "

"Your Majesty really made a mistake this time. It was Luo Yan Xingye who came back from Lantian County and told me about this matter. I didn't believe it, so I asked Sinong Temple to send people to check it. If it wasn't for Luo Yan, I'm afraid there is really no way to remedy this matter." Fang Xuanling said truthfully, but he didn't tell everything, and Li Shimin had to read the document himself to know.

With the seven results and Fang Xuanling's conclusion, it took Li Shimin only half a quarter to finish reading.

Seeing the sadness on his face, he said in a hoarse voice: "God did not bless me in Tang Dynasty, and made my life difficult in Li Duo. This drought has not passed yet, and the plague of locusts has come again. If this continues, how will the people in Guanzhong live. "While speaking, even the corners of his eyes were wet.As an emperor, he still believed in the destiny, what he didn't say was: Is it really a punishment from heaven?
For a moment, the servants and maidservants in the hall knelt down one after another, even Fang Xuanling was silent, just bowed to Li Shimin.

After a long time, Li Shimin sighed and said: "Okay, let's all get up. When they all come, let's see what they can do. The people in Guanzhong can't continue to suffer, or there will definitely be big troubles."

When people came from the palace, Luo Yan was still sleeping soundly on his bed.Tired, really tired.The Ma Luoyan who was stored at the gate of the city was brought back by someone.As for himself, it was the first time in his life that he was served by the servants to take a bath, and he fell asleep while still in the tub.The servant girls blushed and wiped his body dry before helping him to lie on the bed.

Such movements did not wake him up, so one can imagine how deep his sleep was.

Luo Yan was woken up by a servant.The emperor called, such a major event cannot tolerate people's negligence.I would rather be scolded by my master afterwards than let the master neglect the emperor.Otherwise, it would be a big crime.

Hearing in a daze that it was someone from the palace, Luo Yan knew what it was.Although I still want to strengthen my energy, how much energy can I have just after waking up?Even if he rubbed his face with cold water, he barely opened his blurred eyes.Almost being carried to the carriage by the servants, Luo Yan didn't let go of the slightest chance to rest.

When he reached the palace gate, he became more energetic, followed the guards all the way, and arrived in front of the palace in a short time.

At this time, half an hour had passed since Li Shimin called for someone. Except for Luo Yan, everyone else had arrived at this time.When Luo Yan walked into the hall in a daze, he suddenly found that all the highest-ranking officials of the Tang Dynasty were here.Although it was not the first time Luo Yan had seen such a scene, it was indeed the first time he had experienced this dignified atmosphere, and unconsciously, he was stunned.

And the ministers in the palace also looked at Luo Yan with some astonishment at this moment.

Just now Li Shimin let them read the document, and they knew what was going on in their hearts.But Li Shimin and Fang Xuanling did not say that this matter had anything to do with Luo Yan.When Luo Yan came in, these people couldn't help thinking: "Why is there such a thing everywhere? And once it appears, basically nothing good will happen." Invisibly, Luo Yan was crowned with as many titles as a pupil of the God of Death.I don't know how he will cry when he understands.

Asking Luo Yan to sit down, Li Shimin didn't care if Luo Yan didn't read the document, and said: "You already know the matter. What should I do, please share your ideas." Some fragility was revealed in the tired voice, but the crowd couldn't help it .It's not easy being the boss, especially when times are tough.Whoever said that the boss has always been strong, it was all supported by others, and now that his confidant is by his side, Li Shimin will not deliberately pretend too much.

The officials of the Ministry of Rites have always had a fixed routine for this, and Li Xiaogong immediately said: "Your Majesty, the drought and locust plagues are coming one after another, so it is necessary to choose an auspicious day to worship the heavens. No matter how you say it, there is nothing wrong with praying to the gods." Li Xiaogong's specialty It's a war, and he doesn't know much about the government. Now that he is a minister of the Ministry of Rites, everything has been established, so he can only make such suggestions.

Changsun Wuji, who was in charge of the household department, said without locking his hands at this time: "Because of the drought a while ago, His Majesty's internal treasury has been exhausted, and a lot of money and food have been sent out from the treasuries of various places. If there is a locust plague, things will not be obtained. Solve it, the treasury will be completely empty." This is not alarmist talk, the Gyeonggi area is an important area for grain production at this time, and there is no harvest after the locust plague, so the imperial court will provide relief.Not only that, but there will also be tax exemptions for the coming year, and the sum of these is definitely not a small sum.

Relatively speechless, he could only pin his hopes on Si Nong Siqing at this time.

Although this Minister of Si Nong had a high status, he was good at persuading Nong Sang after all, but he was still a bit reluctant to deal with natural disasters.Seeing that everyone was looking at him, he could only stand up and tell what he had learned. "After I went back, I checked in detail the methods of controlling locust plagues in the past. First, verify the affected population, then reduce or exempt land rent to save food, distribute farm tools and seeds for replanting, and give relief." After finishing speaking, he wiped his forehead. sweating.

"What I want is an effective preventive method, not the post-disaster remedial measures you mentioned." It was also urgent, Li Shimin shouted angrily, and then gasped for breath.

In fact, everyone knows that there is really no good way to prevent the locust plague for them today.But since this is Si Nong Siqing, I always pin my hopes on him.Seeing that there was absolutely no hope at this moment, Li Shimin was naturally a little distraught under disappointment, and it was understandable for him to curse out loud.

Si Nong Siqing was so frightened that he begged for mercy repeatedly.Of course, Li Shimin, who was angry, would not say such stupid things as pulling him out and chopping him up.Chop this one up and replace it with another one, Chaoyang has no choice.

Sighing, Li Shimin said helplessly: "Okay, you can go down and make preparations for disaster relief first."

Just when these people were about to kneel and thank and go back, they suddenly heard Luo Yan say: "Your Majesty, why do you do this? The locust plague is not impossible to prevent, the key depends on whether your majesty can make up his mind. If your majesty can do it, this locust plague Although it is impossible to completely avoid it, it is still possible to minimize the loss as much as possible." A familiar voice sounded, and the important officials who were about to get up and leave sat back on their chairs.

Luo Yan's voice sounded like a fairy to Li Shimin's ears.At this moment, he hurriedly stood up, regardless of his status as a monarch and minister, hurriedly walked to his side and asked: "What method, come in and talk about it quickly. As long as it can prevent and control the locust disaster, there is no resolution I can't make." Pulling Luo Yan, Li Shimin's actions seemed to be begging.

After stepping back a little, distanced himself from Li Shimin, and bowed down, Luo Yan opened his mouth and said, "Actually, it's nothing, it's nothing more than killing locusts."

Luo Yan said it easily, but in the ears of others, it was like a thunderbolt.No one expected that Luo Yan would have the courage to talk about killing locusts.

Immediately someone jumped out to object: "This is not acceptable. The locust plague is a punishment from the heavens. How can we go against the heavens. If we offend the heavens because of this, it will be impossible to atone for our sins. No, this is absolutely impossible. No way." Then even acquaintances like Zhangsun Wuji and Fang Du began to object with one voice.

Although Li Shimin didn't speak, the astonishment and shock in his eyes were no less than others.

Luo Yan was not in a hurry to refute.After these people had finished speaking, he smiled and said to the bigwigs in front of him: "In the past, after severe droughts and floods, plagues and locusts are most likely to be caused. If you are familiar with scriptures and history, you all know this. This year's The locust plague is no exception. Don’t you guys have anything to say? Locusts are nothing more than food-eating insects. Where did the disaster come from? If it’s really a punishment from the heavens, why don’t you come here like a thunderbolt?”

After finishing speaking, he bowed to Li Shimin and said, "If your majesty agrees, then he will order the extermination of locusts in all parts of the capital, and I will send the report later. If you don't agree, then just pretend that I didn't agree."

After finishing speaking, he looked at Li Shimin expressionlessly.

(End of this chapter)