Three Kingdoms: I help Liu Bei grow thousands of miles

Before leaving, Lan Tian asked the craftsman to make a few tops in a hurry, and asked Zhang Fei to take them back to relieve his boredom.

Zhuge Liang immediately laughed and said: "This time I come to Wu, it seems that everyone has gained something."

Zhang Fei took the toy, Kong Ming gained fame, and Liu Beixin said that I harvested mushrooms?

Chapter 84 Rice Transplanting

One month after Lan Yuan was born, the season of spring plowing and planting came.

As the first season after relocation, it is very important to have a good start. In Lantian, a small number of people continue to grow millet and wheat, while most people have to learn to grow rice.

Rice was also available in the north at that time, but the output of dry fields was not as high as that of millet, so very little was planted. Even so, people in Lantian also brought rice seeds from the north.

The common people adore Lantian fanatically, but most of them are not familiar with rice farming, so they all wait for the hands-on teaching of the captain of Diannong.

Lantian planned to teach the fifty students first according to the process of planting rice, and then spread out in batches through these people.

In the case of scarce cattle, some new fields of the newly immigrated people have not yet been dug up, which just gives a time difference.

The first is seed selection and seedling cultivation. Migrated farmers are still familiar with seed selection, which is nothing more than full-grained and good-looking seeds, but the treatment of seeds is a science.

The selected rice seeds have to be dried in the sun for a few days. Due to the scarcity of salt and the lack of a disinfectant solution, Lantian can only simply clean the seeds.

The field used for raising seedlings is sown with plant ash, green manure, etc. in advance, and after the seeds are treated, they can be germinated and sown.

During the nursery period, the fifty students continued to spread the knowledge they had learned, while Lan Tian sneaked home to hold his son.

The local people in Linwu also grow rice. Seeing that these newcomers are so time-consuming and laborious, everyone feels very strange, thinking that the people from the north are not as good at planting as we are?

At that time, there was no plastic film, and the seedlings were prone to cold during the cultivation period. Lantian asked people to cover them with thin cloth to block the wind at night, and then removed the cover during the day to absorb the sun.

In ancient times when resources were scarce, everything needed to be done by manpower. Fortunately, there were no entertainment activities to take time away.

The biggest entertainment for ordinary people now is to grow crops, and the most basic need is to have enough food, so even if it is a bit hard, everyone is full of energy.

When the seedlings grow to three to five inches, they have to be transplanted by division. This is the hardest time for growing rice, because you need to bow your waist all day long, and you really face the loess and your back to the sky.

The dry fields in the north are relatively easy, and now each seedling should be transplanted firmly into the paddy field according to the proportion of the gap.

Practice makes perfect in transplanting rice seedlings, and it will get better and better through continuous experience accumulation. During this period of time, Lantian asked them to add lunch at noon, because it was really exhausting.

When transplanting seedlings, the water depth in the field should be controlled, as long as the ground is not exposed, and the newly cultivated land is hard, so deep transplanting can make the seedlings firm.

If the soil becomes soft after a few years, the depth of transplanting should be reduced accordingly, otherwise the seedlings will easily float when they sink due to their own weight.

After transplanting rice seedlings, the men of every household lay down for a few days. After planting this season, they have added another survival skill.

Rice likes high temperature, high humidity, and short sunshine, and is not strict with the soil. Because the newly reclaimed rice fields are close to the Qin River, it is very convenient to divert water for irrigation. The key in the later stage is to weed and insect repellent. Farmers are already familiar with these.

After the [-]th day of Lanyuan, the climate in Linwu has become extremely warm, and the newly planted rice has reached the earing stage. At this time, appropriate topdressing is needed to increase the yield.

In addition to plant ash, farmers brought human and animal manure to irrigate.

When Xinjian moved to live, Lantian not only planned the location and size of the houses for the people, but also forced every household to build dry toilets.

The construction of aqua latrines can both control the spread of diseases and increase fertilizers through dilution when farming.

Looking at the green seedlings, Lan Tian felt full of vitality, giving people hope like Lan Yuan.

"Sir, these seedlings are growing very well. The hard work of several months has not been in vain. I don't know if the yield will be higher than that of corn?" Gao Shun asked beside him.

"Maybe not too much difference..." Lan Tian said.

Since it is not a high-yield hybrid rice, it is almost impossible to achieve the terrible yield of future generations. The process of developing hybrid rice is quite complicated, and Lantian has little hope of doing it alone.

"Why don't you still plant millet? You don't have to work hard to teach me, sir." Gao Shun looked puzzled.

Lan Tian smiled slightly, "Cavalry is often used in wars in the northern plains, while the hilly and mountainous areas in the south are suitable for infantry. Just like in war, this kind of crops also need to be adapted to local conditions. The south is mild and rainy, which is more suitable for the growth of water-loving rice. Besides, they are also willing to learn."

"Mr.'s words always have deep meaning." Gao Shunxin said that you taught the craft of survival, and these farmers naturally flocked to him.

"I hope there will be fewer diseases and disasters in the rice." Lan Tian said to himself.

Without the assistance of pesticides, fertilizers, machinery, etc., in ancient times, if you wanted to increase production and harvest, you had to depend on the sky to a large extent. Lantian could only use his own knowledge to let the people get as much benefit as possible.

"Speaking of using troops, General Gan..." Gao Shun hesitated to speak.

"You might as well speak up if you have something to say." Lan Tian asked upon seeing this.

"General Gan's law and order has been good since he became a county captain, but he has been rough with some Yue people who commit crimes. This is somewhat different from the master's policy of promoting national integration and gentleness..." Gao Shun has always been quick to talk, but Gan Ning is quite fond of Lantian. Reuse, he didn't want to speak ill of people behind his back.

"Is it the same for the Han people?" Lan Tian asked again.

Gao Shun nodded, "Well, we treat everyone equally."

"There's nothing wrong with treating people equally. There's nothing wrong with no rules. Although I say I should treat Yue people with kindness, I can't just let it go. Gan Xingba has done a good job of this." Lan Tian affirmed.

"Sir, I understand now. In fact, General Gan not only maintains the law and order in Linwu, but also dredges the river to help the people divert water and build canals. It's a bit of a shame to be a county captain." Gao Shun said.

Lan Tian laughed, "Isn't our General Gao even less talented? As long as you are willing, there will be plenty of opportunities in the future."

"My mission is still to protect the lord, and of course the master and the little master." Gao Shun said solemnly.

Lan Tian looked into the distance and sighed: "The champion is facing the vast sea, with long flat wings and strong wind..."

When Gao Shun was in a trance, Lan Tian continued: "These days, I have some insights from leading people to grow rice. In fact, it can also be used as a reference in the military. If you have time, gather Xingba, and let's discuss and teach a group of generals and students?"

"Can the general teach it? It's all based on military merit..." Gao Shun reminded.

"Promotion is naturally based on military merit, but if you want to make the best use of your talents, you must create opportunities for them as much as possible. Some people are good at setting up the formation, some are good at mobilizing troops, some are good at scouting, and some are good at logistics. As long as someone gives advice, it will be effective. It needs a general like Bo Ping to discover the military affairs, and the source will not be exhausted..." Lan Tian said.

Gao Shun stroked his beard and asked, "Sir, is this method useful?"

Lan Tian nodded and said, "I think I can give it a try."

Gao Shun said: "Then General Gan and I will work together and select [-] soldiers from each battalion as trainees. When the time comes, the master will tell you how to teach."

"I'm happy to do it."

Chapter 85 Xu Shu: I didn't say anything

When Lantian was planting rice in Linwu County, Liu Biao, who was far away in Xiangyang, suddenly thought of Liu Beilai. He asked everyone, "Xuande moved to Guiyang for nearly a year. I don't know how he is doing now?"

The news from the north has already spread back to Xiangyang. Yuan Tan was beheaded in Nanpi, Yuan Xi and Yuan Shangyuan fled to Wuhuan, Zhang Yan of the Black Mountain Army also surrendered, and the whole of Hebei has fallen into the hands of Cao Cao.

Even if Liu Biao was in poor health, he couldn't lie down anymore, because his sons were not as good as Yuan Shao's descendants.

Cai Hao smiled dumbly: "I heard that the Yue people in Guiyang rebelled repeatedly, and Liu Xuande is very busy..."

Kuai Yue also added: "There is not much grain left that Liu Bei brought from Xinye, so the common people should be allowed to grow grain. After all, Zhao Fan will not support [-] idlers."

"Can Zhao Fan suppress Xuande?" Liu Biao was full of doubts.

"Why not? Liu Xuande's soldiers are too many and they are not acclimatized. Dealing with the Yue people's rebellion is a problem. Even his beloved Mrs. Mi can't afford it. I heard that he even went to Changsha to invite a doctor. I think he is already at the end of his skills." Cai Maoleng sneered.

Liu Bei's soldiers are indeed not acclimatized, but they have gradually controlled and adapted. The reason for such publicity is mainly to paralyze the people in Xiangyang.

Kuai Yue said again: "I heard that Taishou Zhao married his widowed sister-in-law to Liu Bei's general Zhao Yun. It may be a friendly intention. My lord, I can ask Mr. Pan to pay more attention."

Thinking of the strong pressure from the north, Liu Biao conceived the idea of ​​transferring Liu Bei back to Xinye, so he tentatively said, "Xuande is from the same clan as me, but it's so difficult if we don't want to, why don't we transfer him back to Xinye to guard against Cao Cao?"

"Brother-in-law, no." Cai Mao hastily stopped him.

It was hard to get this plague god away. Although everyone was given the fertile land in Xinye, in the end there were no farmers to plant the land. Liu Bei abducted all the people before he left, and finally found out that he had been tricked.

"My lord, it's a big taboo to change the order from day to day. Besides, Liu Bei is a hero. The current situation is the best." Kuai Yue said.

Liu Biao then stopped talking, the two wished that Cao Cao would come tomorrow, he was just worried that his children would not die at such a young age like Yuan Tan.

After Liu Cong got engaged to Cai's daughter, the gentry in Jingzhou were all advocating his virtues and campaigning for the abolition of the elders and the replacement of the younger ones. The grown-up eldest son Liu Qi had a hard time.

Although Liu Biao was perfunctory to Cai Mao and others on the surface, he still cared about his eldest son Liu Qi in his heart.

Liu Qi is as handsome as Liu Biao. He is eight feet long, tall and strong, humble and filial, and has always been loved by his father. However, Cai's intervention made the situation complicated.

After all, Jingzhou was not Liu Biao's Jingzhou alone. In order to stabilize the situation, he had to pretend to Cai Mao, Kuai Yue and others. Liu Qi also had many supporters behind him, but these people were not strong enough to fight against Cai, Kuai and other pro-Cao factions.

When Liu Biao was in his twilight years, he had to leave a way out for his children. The obedient eldest son should not end up miserable. When no one was around, he thought of Liu Bei.

Liu Biao called Yiji, his confidant, and said, "Xuande is having a hard time in Guiyang. You will visit him on my behalf. I heard that his wife, Mrs. Mi, has been ill for a long time. You can bring a few doctors there from Xiangyang."

Yi Ji clasped his hands and replied: "There is a man named Zhang Mingji who is rumored to know the art of Qi and Huang, and has been traveling in Xiangyang recently..."

"It's so good, Uncle Ji should pay a lot of money to ask for it, and the friendship between me and Xuande is not in vain." Liu Biao sighed.

"only."

Yiji asked Zhang Ji to go south along the waterway and quietly entered Guiyang. When passing Leishui, he found Guan Yu was supervising the building of ships.

"General Guan is polite." Yi Ji stepped forward to greet him.

Guan Yu was quite surprised to see Yi Ji, so he clasped his fists in return, "Why did Mr. Ji come here? You didn't inform my lord earlier, so I can go to Linxiang to meet you."

"Excuse me, General Guan, why are you building a ship here?" Yi Ji asked plainly.

"This was arranged by the military adviser, Yu just followed orders..."

Zhuge Liang ordered people to keep the secret to the outside world, and he only said it was miserable to the outside world, so Guan Yu would not tell the truth when facing this familiar envoy from Xiangyang.

Yiji nodded, then pointed to the person beside him and said, "This is Zhang Zhongjing from Nanyang. My lord has specially invited you here to treat Mrs. Shijun."

Guan Yu saw that Zhang Zhongjing had a good appearance, not like the doctors he had seen in the past, so he said happily, "I am worried about Liu Jingzhou, so I sent my husband to come to the hospital. Let's go to Chen County now."

Yi Ji followed Guan Yu to Chen County and found that Liu Beizhen lived in Chang Shi's mansion.

After exchanging greetings, Liu Bei prepares wine in the front hall to clean up Yi Ji, and at the same time asks Zhao Yun to invite Zhao Fan, and at the same time asks Mi Zhu to take Zhang Ji to make a diagnosis and treatment.

At this time, Zhang Fei followed Zhuge Liang to the south to suppress the rebellion but did not return, only Xu Shu and Guan Yu, the deputy army advisers, accompanied him.

"Bei is far away in Guiyang, and the lord of the government still remembers his illness, which is really touching..." Liu Bei said emotionally on the surface, but in his heart he knew that Xiangyang was always paying attention to him. It seemed that Cai Mao, Kuai Yue and others were not at ease.

"Recently, my lord has been thinking of envoys all the time, but the road is difficult and difficult to meet, so I was sent to take a look. I don't know if there is any shortage here? I can report it when I go back." Yiji said.

Liu Bei was about to shake his head, but Xu Shu rushed to say: "The food brought last year is almost exhausted, if the lord has surplus food, you can bring some..."

Yiji nodded and said, "I will report this matter to my lord. I think there should be no problem."

"Thank you Uncle Ji." Liu Bei cupped his hands in thanks.

Yi Ji asked, "When I came here, I saw General Guan building a ship in Leishui. Dare I ask Master Xu what he means?"

Xu Shu said with a leisurely smile: "The people who moved from Xinye are not acclimatized to the soil and water, and today's farming will definitely be affected. I asked General Guan to build some fishing boats to catch them, so that they can be used as food for the army..."

"Fishing boat? If you are short of food, you should go to Zhao Taishou..." Yi Ji thought that the fishing boat should be that big?

Liu Bei shook his head and said, "There are few people in Guiyang, and Zhao Taishou is also very difficult..."

After a while, Zhao Yun invited Zhao Fan over. Since he married his sister-in-law, he has completely become Liu Bei's man, so he cooperated with Yi Ji to complain.

During the chat, Liu Bei suddenly asked: "How is the eldest son doing now? Jing Sheng is already old, so he should think about the future."

Yi Ji shook his head and sighed: "The eldest son is not liked by the mistress and De Gui. Although the master has the heart, he is powerless. The son lives like a year in Xiangyang City..."

"Yuan Benchu's lesson is right in front of him..." Liu Bei sighed softly.

Yiji looked at Xu Shu and said, "Sir, you are very resourceful. I will ask you a plan on behalf of your son."

Xu Shu hurriedly waved his hands, "Don't you hear that we are not close? How can Shu offer advice for the eldest son..."

"Mr. Shi..." Yi Ji looked at Liu Bei helplessly, but he was also Liu Qi's supporter.

"Yuan Zhi is chivalrous, the eldest son is friendly, loyal and filial, how can he know it and not save him?" Liu Bei immediately persuaded him, and the prefect Zhao Fan also followed suit.

Xu Shu stood up, brushed his beard and said, "Shen Sheng died inside, Chong'er was safe outside..."

"Thank you sir." Yiji got up and thanked.

Xu Shu smiled and said, "I didn't say anything."

Liu Bei also laughed and said, "We can all testify, Yuan Zhi didn't say anything, hahaha..."

Chapter 86 Are seedlings divided into male and female?

After moving to Guiyang, the situation in Jingzhou has been concerned by Zhuge Liang. He, Liu Bei, Xu Shu and others have discussed the issue of Liu Biao's heir many times.

Zhuge Liang was familiar with world affairs in Longzhong. In fact, he valued intelligence very much. He once asserted that Liu Qi would seek help from outside when he lost power.

Liu Biao's confidantes outside are nothing more than Jiangxia Huangzu and Changsha's Liu Pan. Sometimes they are at a loss in the situation, and they will see the sun when they need someone to give advice.

Zhuge Liang once said: "If Liu Qi asks us for advice, just tell the story of Shen Sheng and Chong Er."

That's why Xu Shu said that he didn't say anything.