The Founding of the Red Chamber

After the Western Man King withdrew his troops, the three cities outside the pass entered a peaceful and peaceful period.In such years, there is naturally some sadness, reconstruction after the war, pension after the war, and monuments for the dead soldiers after the war.

This is Lin Jing's proposal. Lin Jing is a very contradictory person, he is violent yet kind, cold and soft. Of course, some people say that he is buying people's hearts and so on.However, as long as they were soldiers who participated in the battle in Hanzhou City, no one thought that erecting monuments for those who died in the war was an act of buying people's hearts.Tu Xiaosi said, "Ah Jing's suggestion is really good."

When Governor Shi heard about this, he let out a long sigh, and said to his staff, "This man Lin Jing, seeing that he sold his military exploits first, he really doesn't seem like a loyal person."

The aide said, "Great traitor and great loyalty."

Governor Shi took a deep look at the staff, and the staff said, "I heard that the pensions for the soldiers who died in the two cities of Hanjin and Hanjin have already been distributed first."

Governor Shi was surprised, "The compensation money from the court hasn't arrived yet."

"The specifics of how they got the money, I don't know. However, the subordinates think that Hanjin Ercheng has consumed a lot of war in the past few months. The silver from the sale of military exploits."

Governor Shi was silent for a while, then Fang said, "That's why I can't see through Lin Jing. I wouldn't be surprised if he focused on making his own money. After all, what he committed in the imperial capital Son, His Majesty will not let him return the court even if he has made great military achievements. However, it is difficult to distinguish right from wrong in this person's actions, and it is very difficult to figure out."

The aide said, "Those who are the first to send war money to the fallen soldiers have selfish intentions, but they can no longer be regarded as ordinary evil. According to my subordinates, this Master Lin has a deep scheming mind and a big heart. It's hard to compare with idlers. If you don't worry, you don't want to let some young master go to Mr. Lin to find a job."

Governor Shi frowned. It was not that he was reluctant to let his son be a subordinate. Lin Jing was born in a wealthy family, and now holds a high position, and he is not at a disadvantage in fighting barbarians.Nowadays, many local gentry's sons have defected, even if he, Shi's son, went there, he did not mean to be disgraceful.After all, even if Governor Shi is at Lin Jing's age, he still has seniority in a position beyond the fifth rank.Governor Shi was thinking about which son to send.The eldest son and the second son are officials outside, and now only the third and fourth sons are by his side. The third son will prepare for the spring next year, but the fourth son does not need the spring, but he is very useless. If he goes, Lin Jing's temper is notoriously bad. Materials.

Governor Shi was worried that there was no suitable son to contact Lin Jing, so he heard someone talking outside with a smile. Governor Shi asked, "Who is outside?"

Someone outside replied, "It's a child."

It turned out to be the fourth son, and Governor Shi let the fourth son in. However, the concubine Xinna of Governor Shi also came in with the fourth son, but the concubine's expression was not hesitant, and there was a little shameful anger.Governor Shi glanced at his son's cheeky smile again, suddenly became angry, and asked his fourth son, "What are you doing here?"

"Father, I'm thinking, it's almost Chinese New Year, and I just happened to send New Year's goods back to my hometown. I will pay my respects to my grandparents on my behalf, and I will spend the New Year with the old people in my hometown to show my filial piety." In his mouth, there was such an annoying greasiness.

I don't know how to be relieved to hear this remark about leaving other fathers behind.Governor Shi frowned greatly. Thinking of last year's purchase of new year's goods, this bastard embezzled [-] silver from the officials.As soon as Governor Shi heard this, he knew that his fourth son was going to be greedy for his money. Governor Shi was not reluctant to give money to his son, but this rebellious son had a criminal record. I have something to tell you, I will go to Hanjin Second City in a few days to erect a monument for the fallen soldiers, you go with me and learn some human relations."

Shi Silang originally thought he was following his father to show off, but he didn't expect that his father sent him to Lin Jing directly, and, look at what his father and Lin Jing said, "This kid It's very useless, Ah Jing, you can beat as much as you want, and scold as much as you want, don't be polite. Even if you beat him to death, you don't have to pay for it."

At that time, Shi Shilang almost doubted whether his father was a descendant, and whether the word "success" was hung in front of his father.

Shi Silang was in Longcheng, he was a rich dude, how could he be willing to be his subordinate, but his father was determined. Originally, Shi Silang planned to find a reason to leave, or he was by this General Ah Jing's side, This boy is not as old as he is, even for his father's face, he must be confessed.Shi Silang was thinking about good things, so his father told him privately, without saying anything, he told his fourth son that Lin Jing was born in the Duke's mansion, and then killed his father today.Shi Silang's face turned pale immediately, his voice trembled, "This, this, this, this is that bold guy from Lin Guogong's mansion."

"Yes. Anyway, you should have better eyesight, so don't find out by yourself. Otherwise, anyway, he has already slaughtered my own father. You, a dude of Zonglunfu, may not be ranked among the people he slaughtered. ten."

Shi Shilang wondered if his father wanted to kill him.

Fortunately, Lin Jing was not a difficult person to get along with, so he gave Shi Silang a share of the matter and sent him away.

Lin Jing is checking the news sent from various places. These news are not first-class intelligence, but Lin Jingsheng loves to inquire and listen to anecdotes from various places. His subordinates know his temperament. If he comes from afar, he will talk about local affairs. please him.Some of them couldn't come back, so they wrote some local things in their letters.

Lin Jing watched it every day with great interest. For example, this year's heavy snowfall in the south of the Yangtze River. If Lin Jing didn't think his own food was too little or too much, he would have thought of sending some food to the south of the Yangtze River, and he would definitely make a lot of money.

Thinking of this, Lin Jing couldn't help feeling worried about the country and the people, thinking that if there was another snowstorm in the south of the Yangtze River, next year, many people would be displaced.When Tu Xiaosan came in, seeing Lin Jing sighing, he thought he had something to worry about.

Lin Jingfang and Tu Xiaosan told about Jiangnan's affairs, and Tu Xiaosan knew that brother Ah Jing of his family was kind-hearted, and said, "It's going to snow today, and there's nothing we can do about it."

Lin Jing said, "I was wondering if I should inform the imperial court. If the imperial court can make preparations in advance, even if there is a disaster, it will save some people from starving to death."

Tu Xiaosan said, "There is no reason for the magistrates not to report to the imperial court such a blizzard in the south of the Yangtze River."

Lin Jing thought about it, then smiled, "That's right. We already know that we are so far away, and the court probably got the letter earlier than us."

It is true that the imperial court got the letter earlier, and also prepared grain and rice seeds for disaster relief, but no one expected that the natural disaster in the south of the Yangtze River was so fierce this time.For example, last year, Mrs. Wang's family came here with the old and the young because Wang Du's army was outside the pass.But in the spring of the next year, many disaster victims dragged half their lives to seek a living outside the customs.

One must know that the outside of the pass has always been a place where soldiers and bandits run rampant. No matter how many people, as long as there is a way to survive, they will not come outside the pass.It can be seen that the disaster in the south of the Yangtze River is serious.

The Dragon City where Governor Shi is located really can't accommodate so many victims. The key is that these people have to make a living when they come.Knowing Governor Shi's embarrassment, Lin Jing asked Shi Silang to go home and tell his father, just let the disaster victims come to Jinzhou City as much as they want, but the Governor's Mansion must also allow the disaster victims to open up wasteland.

Governor Shi saw that his son was discussing things with him in an orderly manner. His appearance, not to mention how capable he was, was like heaven and earth compared to before. It is a bit exaggerated to say that he has been reborn, but he is already doing things seriously.Governor Shi felt relieved and asked his son a lot of things. Shi Silang said, "General Ah Jing means that there are few people outside the pass, especially in Jinzhou City. No one can afford the relief from the government, so it is better to let them open up wasteland. Those who are not willing to open up wasteland, and those who are in good health, can also join the army. merit."

Governor Shi asked, "Conscription again?"

"Last year, we fought against the barbarians and lost tens of thousands of soldiers. How can we make up for it?"

Governor Shi felt relieved, "That's true."

Shi Silang said, "General Jing said, please also tell my father to tell the court that the pensions and silver taels for the soldiers who died in the war last year have not been allocated, and the food and payment for this spring cannot be delayed any longer."

Governor Shi said, "Now that there is a catastrophe in the south of the Yangtze River, there is no rush for the imperial court to provide relief. Don't think about the money for now. Let me remind you about the food and salaries this spring."

As a result, Governor Shi's book was handed over to the court like a stone sinking into the sea. Not to mention the spring payment, even the Longcheng Weapons Workshop was in a situation where it was about to stop working because the court had no money to allocate.

After discussing with Tu Xiaosan, Lin Jing asked Tu Xiaosan to bring Shi Silang to the Governor's Mansion for discussion. The court is in trouble now, and as His Majesty's ministers, they have to share the court's worries.Moreover, Hanjin Second City is in urgent need of weapons. In this way, they will pay the money to let the weapons workshop continue to start, and make their customized weapons first.

As long as the weapon workshop can start, Governor Shi will be thankful.Governor Shi and his staff said, "Last year, I despised Lin Jingming for selling his military merits at a price. Now, it seems so wise."

The aide said, "No one expected that the situation in Jiangnan this year would be so precarious."

The catastrophe in the south of the Yangtze River not only delayed the transfer of money from various places, but also increased taxes by [-]% due to the catastrophe in the south of the Yangtze River.Such a heavy tax made Lin Jing feel a bit reluctant.The main reason is that this year the imperial court did not allocate the food and salaries that should be given to the army, and Lin Jing and the others paid for the weapons themselves.With such support, this year's tax will increase by another [-]%... Tu Xiaosan said, "Now the grain and grass in the army are supplied by our private treasury. I originally thought that we could borrow some grain tax to subsidize it during the summer harvest, and the imperial court will also levy more." , how long can we hold on?"

Lin Jing said, "If we are rich, that's fine. In the current situation, if the barbarians come to attack the city again, it is impossible to expect to have the supplies from last year's court. Thirty percent of the extra levy will be replaced by wheat bran and sorghum."

Tu Xiaosan had passed through a disaster year, he said, "Actually, in a disaster year, let alone wheat bran sorghum, even tree bark and grass roots can survive."

Lin Jing nodded, he is not a cruel person, and he is very sympathetic to the victims of the disaster in the south of the Yangtze River. But in the current situation, Lin Jing can't wait for others before himself. His subordinates need to eat and drink these days, so he can't be unprepared.However, Lin Jing said, "Let Shiro go back and discuss this matter quietly with the governor. If it is feasible, it might not be possible to promote it elsewhere."

Seeing Lin Jing's sad face, Tu Xiaosan knew that he was in a bad mood, so he turned away from the matter of the victims in the south of the Yangtze River, and said, "Governor Shi insisted on leaving Shiro with you last year. Such great use."

The corners of Lin Jing's lips curled up slightly, "Si Lang is quite capable in his work."

Tu Xiaosan said, "The main reason is that you have a quick mind, not those who are dead."

Shi Silang can change his old appearance with Lin Jing, one is because of Lin Jing's fierce reputation, Shi Silang really didn't dare to provoke him; The reason is that Lin Jing is here today, Lin Jing has a lot of things, and he is merciless in employing people.Ishi Shiro has an errand, and, the same thing, he has never been in contact with before.In the final analysis, although this person is a bit of a dandy, he is not a mixed person, so when he came to Lin Jing, he seemed to be a different person, becoming more intelligent and capable.

Shi Silang personally went to talk to his father about this idea, and Shi Silang said, "I am under General Jing, and you know, father, that we have a good life outside the customs. But if the levy is [-]%, the army's food and salary for one spring will be divided." I haven't seen it in the text. It depends on the yamen and the big households to borrow some grain and grass for the time being. They are all waiting for the summer grain to fill this hole. The imperial court will also increase the grain tax. How can they afford it. These wheat bran and sorghum things cannot be eaten in ordinary years, but I I heard from those Jiangnan people who escaped from the disaster, don’t talk about wheat bran and sorghum now, the bark and grass roots of the disaster-stricken area have been stripped to wrap their stomachs. I asked the old farmer for advice. Although these are difficult to swallow, they are ground and mixed with flour. Or in the rice, people can live.”

Governor Shi is not a pedantic person if he can rise from the position of first-rank governor. After thinking about it, there is no better way. Governor Shi said, "This is the only way to do it now."

In short, with Shi Shiro, the communication here in the Governor's Mansion is extremely convenient.

It is really not easy for the customs to raise these grain taxes in quantity.Especially Lin Jing, who has always been cunning, was willing to pay taxes according to the court's requirements, and he didn't bother with the court about the fact that this year's payment has not yet arrived, which made Governor Shi treat him differently.

However, the food tax in the three cities outside the customs is probably just a drop in the bucket for the imperial court.

In July, it was heard that the war in the south of the Yangtze River had resumed.

This time the war was not as good as before, as soon as the Jiangnan garrison took action, the mob organized by the Cao Gang like the Peng family immediately disappeared in smoke.In this Jiangnan war, the Jiangnan army was defeated again and again. At the same time, the name of Duan Tianyu, the leader of the rebel army, spread throughout the court and the public.Then, within two months, the rebel army attacked the land of Huguang. After looting and looting, they settled in Huguang and headed north all the way.

When Lin Jing heard about the destruction of Taiyuan City, his hands and feet were cold. His eldest sister and brother-in-law's family were stationed in Jinzhong!

Xiao Niuzi saw that Lin Jing's face was pale, and his eyes were straight. He was so frightened that he hurried over to pinch Lin Jing. Lin Jing opened Xiao Niuzi's hand and said, "I didn't go over to pinch someone. Take that Duan Tianyu's hand." All the information has been sorted out, and I want it today. Let’s inquire about the Taiyuan war.”

Xiao Niuzi thought that Lin Jing was worried about his family in the imperial capital, so he hurried to prepare.

When Tu Xiaosan returned home in the evening, it was already dark, and Lin Jing was still busy under the lamp.Tu Xiaosan heard Xiao Niuzi talk about the rebels, Tu Xiaosan was also shocked, "Have you passed Taiyuan City?"

Xiao Niuzi nodded, and Tu Xiaosan said to Xiao Niuzi, "Go and rest, Ah Jing is here with me."

Xiao Niuzi said to Tu Xiaosan, "At other times, I always have some snacks in the afternoon, and I didn't even drink my saliva today." Then they withdrew.

Tu Xiaosan first persuaded Lin Jing to have dinner together. Lin Jing was not in the mood to eat and drink when he was worried. On the contrary, the more important it was, the more regular his diet and daily life became.Lin Jing got up from the couch and felt his eyes darkened, but fortunately Tu Xiaosan supported him, Lin Jing said, "I've been sitting for too long."

Tu Xiaosan said, "I'm hungry too."

The two had dinner together, Tu Xiaosan said, "How about I take the soldiers to Taiyuan City to have a look."

"No, we can't lead troops to Taiyuan City at this time. We need to help the imperial capital first. Otherwise, once the imperial capital falls, we will be completely passive." Lin Jing remained extremely calm.

Tu Xiaosan gave him a piece of vegetables with chopsticks, "When will the troops be ordered to go to battle?"

"It will be the day after tomorrow at the earliest. This matter cannot go beyond the Governor's Mansion. I have ordered Xiao Niuzi to start the deployment of food and grass." Lin Jing said, "I will go with you and let Xiao Si and Xiao Niuzi station in Jinzhou City."

The two had eaten and discussed the generals who would accompany the army this time, and Fang fell asleep until late at night.

Governor Shi will naturally not object to the rescue of the imperial capital, on the contrary, he will go with him.Lin Jing said, "Once the Governor-General goes with him, who will take charge of the affairs of the city?"

Governor Shi said, "Temporary entrustment has nothing to do with Governor Li."

Lin Jing agreed to go with him, but, in front of the troops of Jinhan and Han Prefectures, Lin Jing was not a person who deliberately boasted about the army brought by Governor Shi, and Governor Bi Deshi was still somewhat shameless.Fortunately, compared with the elites of Erzhou, Lin Jingtu and Xiaosan all brought some newly recruited soldiers. Although these people are stronger than Governor Shi's army, they are not out of line.

Just because he had seen the troops of Jinhan and Hanzhou with his own eyes, Governor Shi became more cautious, thinking that he should listen to Lin Jing when he was fighting.At this time, it is not the time to play tricks and fight for face. If the imperial capital cannot be saved, Governor Shi does not know what to do in the future.

When it came time to actually confront Duan Tianyu, Governor Shi was even more grateful for the wise decision.

Tu Xiaosan is already a rare hero. Moreover, the soldiers of Hanjin Second City have all fought against barbarians. Their equipment is checked by Lin Jing. Nothing cheap.Duan Tianyu's bravery and violence are rare in the world.Even Lin Jing, watching the battle between the two armies from a distance, couldn't help but say, "He's really a born genius."

Governor Shi's eyes were good, and because of his good eyesight, Governor Shi's heart was so anxious that he seemed to be rolling in a boiling oil pan, and said, "It's about this time, Ah Jing, don't grow up with other people's ambitions. I'm so majestic."

Lin Jing said, "Don't worry, no matter how powerful Duan is, he won't be able to hold us back."

Lin Jing's words are correct, but Duan Tianyu can still retreat calmly under Lin Yi and Tu Xiaosan's joint attack. Duan Tianyu, but he didn't want to be killed by Duan Tianyu's remnant soldiers, Xu Shangfei was seriously injured and retreated.Duan Tianyu plundered all the way and retreated to Huguang.

Fortunately, Duan Tianyu finally retreated, and the imperial capital was saved. Next, apart from rebuilding after the war, there will be rewards for meritorious service.Tu Xiaosan went all the way to help the imperial capital, so he was naturally among the rewards.Lin Jing has always been reluctant to come to the imperial capital as a disciple, but at this time, he must enter the imperial capital to receive the reward.Lin Jing was outside the city and did not enter the city.

Chen Qibao also knew that Lin Jing hadn't entered the city, so he was rewarded with an imperial meal, but he didn't say anything in the end.

Lin Yi had no objection to this, but the Yue family was very sad, thinking that someone would give something to his brother-in-law, but Lin Yi refused.On the other hand, Lin Ze, as expected of growing up with his uncle, was very clever, and sneaked out of the city to visit his uncle with his father on his back and the things his mother had packed.

Lin Jing and his little nephew hadn't seen each other for several years. He was very happy to see that Lin Ze was already a handsome young man with delicate features. He touched Lin Ze's head and said straightly, "Ah Ze has grown so tall."

Lin Ze saluted and greeted his uncle, and the uncle and nephew started talking. Lin Ze was mainly worried about his uncle, and Lin Ze said, "Outside the pass, I heard that the gangsters are rampant, and the family members are very worried."

"Just don't worry, I can bring troops here to help the imperial capital, so I won't be afraid of any bandits." Lin Jing asked Lin Ze, "How is your mother? How is Erlang Saburo? How are the second old lady A Teng and the old lady?"

Lin Ze said, "It's all good. Brother A Teng also wanted to come here, but now he has a military post on his body. Besides, if the two of us come together, it would be too conspicuous. I came first, and my mother often remembered Uncle, Uncle, why don’t you ask my father?” The uncle even asked Mr. Shu, but he didn’t ask his father, Lin Ze is a dutiful son, so he wanted to explain something for his father.

Lin Jing said, "I've seen your father's heroic appearance in battle, so I don't have anything to ask. You are filial, but your father's temper, knowing that you came out to see me secretly, will be angry and punish you."

"That's a matter of going back." He is the eldest son, and he is very considerate of his elders. Lin Ze said, "My father usually doesn't talk about it, but he pays close attention to any news about you, uncle."

Lin Ze whispered, "This time my uncle rushed to help the imperial capital and made great contributions to the court. Why don't you take the opportunity to ask for your sins, and then contact some ministers who are good friends with our family and say something nice in front of His Majesty, so that the past can be revealed. However, Uncle can come back."

"What crime please?" Lin Jing stared back and asked, "Don't say I'm not guilty, even if the Duke of Xiangyang is alive, I will kill him 1000 or [-] times."

Lin Jing also knew that his nephew was kind, and sighed, "I don't know your father's temperament, but he also knows me. You can bow your head to other things, but I will never bow to this matter. It's not suitable for the confinement of the imperial capital, even if I'm outside, I miss him in my heart, and he also cares about me, that's all."

Lin Jing left Lin Jing to eat together in his tent, and when it was getting late, Lin Jing sent Lin Ze back to the city. Lin Ze was quite reluctant to part with him. When he was a child, he spent most of his time with his uncle.Lin Ze's eyes were reddish, and he said, "I don't know when we will see each other after this farewell."

Lin Jing didn't take it seriously, "It's really stubborn. Although I can't come back, you can't go north. If you have time, just go to Hanzhou City. Although it is not as prosperous as the imperial capital, there are also mountains and rivers. Pride and ambition."

Lin Ze nodded.

Lin Jing said, "Your eldest uncle heard that the injury is not serious. Tomorrow I'm thinking about going to Jinzhong to visit him. You go back and tell A Teng that you don't want him to come here."

Lin Ze also agreed, and said, "Uncle, you might as well wait for me, I'm going to see uncle too."

"Let's see if you will be beaten when you go back tonight. Maybe your father beats you up in anger. You can go anywhere."

Facts have proved that although Lin Ze suffered a few blows, he was a hundred times stronger than Lin Jing, but he just couldn't ride a horse, so he took a car with Lin Jing and went all the way to Jinzhong.