Huan Rong

Youzhou, one of the overseas Chinese states in the Eastern Jin Dynasty, is close to the Yangtze River and located in the territory of Jiangsu in later generations.

At the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty, the Yellow Turban was in chaos, and the Central Plains was full of wars.

In order to escape the war, people began to move south one after another.After the establishment of the Three Kingdoms, the number of people migrating to the south gradually increased.By the time of the Eight Kings Rebellion and the Yongjia Rebellion at the end of the Western Jin Dynasty, the number of people moving south reached its peak.

According to statistics, the number was nearly one million, close to one-eighth of the northern population at that time.

After the establishment of the Eastern Jin Dynasty, in order to unite the northern gentry who traveled south, consolidate the rule of the royal family, and not be suppressed by the gentry surnamed Wu, the imperial court successively established overseas Chinese prefectures, overseas Chinese counties, and overseas Chinese counties to divide the real land, safeguard the interests of the northern gentry, and win over the southern gentry. people.

At first, counties and counties of Qiaozhou were mostly named after the origins of the migrant population.

Later, due to successive years of wars, the Eastern Jin Dynasty repeatedly conquered foreign countries, eliminated the Chenghan regime, and took back a few northern states and counties.In order to avoid confusion, the imperial court issued a decree that all prefectures and counties with the same name should add the north to the original place and the new name to the south.

However, this cannot fundamentally solve the problem.

Due to the establishment of too many overseas Chinese prefectures, confusing place names, and often overlapping counties and counties, the governors of each prefecture had to file lawsuits for taxation every now and then.

Youzhou was merged and established under such circumstances. After several changes, its jurisdiction included most of Yangzhou and two small counties in Xuzhou.Because the new assassin is Huan Rong, he has to join Yandu County.

Whether it will change again in the future depends on Huan Rong's appetite and strength.

After receiving the conferment, Huan Rong checked the map immediately to determine the jurisdiction of Youzhou, especially when he saw Qingshui crossing the border and directly connected to the Yangtze River, his excitement and excitement could not be suppressed.

With a population, waterways, and land, as long as it is properly planned, this is definitely a treasured and blessed land!

With such a boundary, why the imperial court has not been able to collect taxes for many years is not his concern.

Whether there are powerful local tyrants or refugees resisting taxes, with Shi Shao, a super manager, and Zhong Lin, who is proficient in internal affairs, no matter how many difficulties there were before, they can all be easily solved.

What's more, the large population base makes it easier to hunt for treasures.

Huan Rong was looking forward to picking up Xunyou Zhonglin and Gongshu Xiangli before, but this time he could pick up a descendant of a great master.Thinking about the big leak he might have picked up, the golden light in his eyes turned green immediately.

Just two words: hunger and thirst.

Two more words: hungry and thirsty.

The resettlement of refugees has caused many headaches for the prefect, but it is not a problem at all for him.

Taking the facts as an example, other people don't welcome refugees with families and are only happy to recruit young men, but Huan Rong is not.Regardless of the old and weak, women and children, they can find a livelihood in Yandu, and all kinds of people shine.

Moreover, the people who survived the war and fled to the south should not be underestimated, even if they are old or weak.

After reading the account books sent by Shi Shao and thinking about his future plans, Huan Rong's heart felt hot.

Cultivating farmland, forming caravans, recruiting soldiers, building new cities, and building sea ships are listed one by one, and the population is in the middle.Without population, everything is bullshit.

In the past, he could only start from the neighboring counties, but now, with the control of Youzhou, tens of thousands of refugees are at their mercy, how can he not be excited, how can he not be excited?

Troubles in the eyes of others are all gold to him, shining gold!

Thinking of the bright future, Huan Rong laughed out loud at the map, frightened Huan Yi froze at the door, one foot stopped in mid-air, unable to step out no matter what.

"Brother?" Huan Yi tried to make a sound.

Huan Rong was smiling.

"Brother?"

Huan Rong was still smiling.

"Brother!"

Huan Rong turned her head when she heard the sound, and smiled like a greedy cat holding a ten catty carp in its arms.

Huan Yi is not well.

How could Brother become like this after the decree of granting the title?

"Brother, is there something wrong?"

"Isn't it right? No." Huan Rong rubbed his sore cheeks, the excitement still not diminishing.

"Really?"

"real."

Huan Yi was very suspicious, stepped into the inner room, looked up and down Huan Rong, and then looked at the map on the table, his face was full of question marks.

"Brother, I was promoted to Inspectorate of Youzhou because of my military exploits." Huan Rong said with a smile, drawing a range on the map with his fingers.

"Now, this land is mine. Brother, if you want, you can ask mother to pass the message to the Queen Mother, and choose officials for brother as soon as possible."

Hearing this, Huan Yi couldn't help feeling a little excited.

"really?"

Huan Rong nodded, and continued: "But elder brother does not have a title, and the taste of selecting officials is only too high."

He has the Duke of Fengyang County, and his initial title is only from the sixth rank.

Huan Yi has no title and is a concubine, and he was known as a fool before, so it is not easy for Da Zhongzheng to pass.No matter how it works, it will not be higher than this grade, or even lower by one or two grades.

"No problem!" Huan Yi didn't care about these things.

What he cares most about is being able to help Huan Rong and protect his brother with the martial arts he has acquired.As for the size of the official position, it has nothing to do with him.

If he really cared, he wouldn't shake his head at the position of son.

"Brother, have you figured it out?"

"Think it over." Huan Yi nodded vigorously, and said solemnly, "I am determined to be with brother, and it doesn't matter if I choose Zhongguan Ling."

The words were not adulterated, Huan Rong was very touched.

The two brothers talked for a long time in the inner room, until the maidservant came to invite them, they still had nothing to say.

"His Royal Highness invites you to have dinner in the back room. There are fresh river fish, and the chef has already prepared them."

"Jiangyu?" Huan Rong raised his eyebrows.

"I saw it earlier." Huan Yi said.

"This fish is not available every year. In previous years, it was the most abundant in March and April, but this year it is early. Each of these fish is as long as an arm. It looks a little strange, but it tastes very delicious."

As Huan Yi said, he drew the shape and size of the fish with his hands.

Listening to Huan Yi's description, Huan Rong suddenly realized, isn't this the famous Yangtze saury in later generations?

The two brothers left the inner room, Huan Yi talked as he walked, from river fish to lake fish, and from lake fish to sea fish, talking endlessly, very excited.

"I heard that there are giant fish in the sea, which attract huge waves every time they come out of the water. Some people say that it is the Kunpeng passed down by the ancestors." Huan Yi looked forward to it, "This time I leave Jiankang, if I have the opportunity to go to sea, I must Try to meet up."

"What about after seeing it?" Kunpeng?This description is more like a whale.

"Of course it's caught and eaten!" Huan Yi said decisively.

Huan Rong: "..."

Foodies are cruel, and the world will not deceive me.

Walking through the wooden corridor, the clogs under my feet clattered.

Huan Yi spoke vigorously, his face flushed.Huan Rong always listened with a smile, adding a sentence or two from time to time to enrich Huan Yi's recipes.

What's wrong with being a foodie?

It is a blessing to be able to eat.

It was rainy in Jiankang, and when the two of them were walking halfway, another drop of rain fell from the sky.

The open space on the right side of the corridor formed a puddle, and several birds with bright feathers flew down one after another. The feathers were colorful and their singing was particularly pleasant.

Huan Rong is not an ornithologist, so he can't recognize their species at all.But he knew that if these little guys continued to stay, they might become the goshawk's dinner.

Sure enough, shortly after the flock of birds flew down, there was a loud eagle cry in the sky.

The black figure swooped down, with both paws down, and the appetizer was there.

"This eagle is really extraordinary." Huan Yi looked eagerly.Seeing the goshawk flying down the corridor and handing the prey to Huan Rong, his face was full of admiration.

"I've often heard that spirit beasts can understand human nature. Could it be the same with birds?"

Huan Rong smiled, neither admitting nor denying it.

Things like crossing gods can happen, and it is not surprising that birds and beasts have spirituality.Especially the one in front of me is really suspected of becoming a spirit.

"These birds look pleasing, so don't catch them." Huan Rong took out the sheepskin and put it on his shoulders, and patted it lightly, signaling the goshawk to land.

"There is fresh mutton in the mansion, I'll have someone bring it to you later."

The goshawk didn't fly down directly, but shook its feathers to shake off the water droplets on the feathers, and then landed on Huan Rong's shoulder, rubbing its wings.Seeing that Huan Rong refused to pick up the "prey", he immediately flew away in anger.

Huan Rong was already used to it, brushing the side of his face with the back of his hand, he didn't care.

Huan Yi was dumbfounded and shocked, and couldn't speak well.

"Ah, ah, brother?"

"what?"

Pass the little bird that is still alive to the servant to see if it can be fed.Seeing Huan Yi hesitate to speak, Huan Rong asked curiously, "What do you want to say?"

"Is this eagle really spiritual?"

"This, I can't say well." Huan Rong smiled and said, "When you meet the person who raised it, brother can ask him face to face."

"Didn't brother raise it?" Huan Yi was surprised.

"No." Huan Rong shook his head and said honestly, "It was given by someone else."

Gudong.

Huan Yi swallowed his saliva.

Such an eagle as a casual gift?

"Can't you?" Huan Rong frowned.

"It's not impossible, it's just that the person who gave the eagle didn't ask for anything?" Huan Yi scratched his head and had several thoughts in his head, but he couldn't organize his words well, let alone express them clearly.

"Brother, there is no need to worry. The other party does have a request, and I can still handle it." Knowing Huan Yi's good intentions, Huan Rong's smile welled up in his eyes.

"Really?" Huan Yi still hesitated.

"Brother, don't worry, I'm not a character who will suffer."

Looking at Huan Rong, Huan Yi was still worried.

Huan Rong's intuition is very accurate, why not Huan Yi.In addition, the latter has a straightforward mind and a "beast-like" intuition.In his opinion, this eagle sender needs to be careful.As for why, I don't know for the time being, but one day I will figure it out.

The two went to the back room, where Princess Nankang and Mrs. Li were there.Surprisingly, Huan Xin and Sima Daofu also sat beside him.

Huan Rong knew exactly what Huan Xin's purpose was.

Huanxi is seriously injured, the son will not last long.

Huan Ji is abolished, and he has no capital to fight for.Huan Yi obviously withdrew from the competition, but Huan Rong, as the county magistrate, didn't bother to fight at all.The remaining two younger ones are not a threat, Huan Xin is eyeing on the position of the eldest son, and is trying every means to achieve his wish.

Getting close to Princess Nankang and flattering Huan Rong from time to time must be for the good reputation of "respecting the mother-in-law and loving brothers".

However, I don't know if he was too impatient or too smart, why didn't he think about how Huan Da Sima would feel if such a reputation spread.

The purpose of keeping him in Jiankang was not to build good relations at home, but to take the opportunity to inquire about news and pave the way for Sima Huan's plan to seize power.

However, Huan Xin was blindfolded by the position of the eldest son, and if he continued like this, sooner or later he would be regarded as a useless son by Huan Da Sima.

Seeing Huan Rong and Huan Yi walking hand in hand, Huan Xin immediately smiled.Although his character is not good, but in terms of appearance, he is indeed superior.

Huan Rong nodded.

As a legitimate son and an official, Huan Rong doesn't need to be too polite when facing Huan Xin's "white body".

When Sima Daofu saw Huan Rong, his expression also changed, and he couldn't help but want to speak.After being glanced at by Princess Nankang, her face turned pale in an instant, her fingers grabbed the sleeves, and her inch-long nails almost broke off.You can see how much effort was put into it.

"Mother."

Huan Rong and Huan Yi saluted and sat down behind the set low tables respectively.

The meal was served quickly, and one of the plates was the river fish mentioned by the servant.

"This is from the palace, just a taste of something new." Princess Nankang smiled at Huan Rong, "The Queen Mother knows that you will leave Jiankang, and she wants to see you. After breakfast tomorrow, come to Taiwan with me city."

"promise."

Huan Rong promised, but his heart beat a little.

During the Yuanzheng meeting, Sima Yi's actions made the Empress Dowager Chu vigilant, and with all the incidents during the offering of prisoners before the imperial court, there was a real disturbance in Taicheng, and the summoning of Huan Rong naturally failed.

In order to prevent Sima Yi from messing around again, Empress Dowager Chu issued a strict order that no matter when and where, the emperor should not leave people.He couldn't trust the people around Sima Yi, so he simply sent his confidant eunuchs from Changle Palace to stay around for twelve hours.

Sima Yi was "guarded" and was not allowed to be free at all times.Under the depression, he became more and more distraught, and actually slept with the imperial concubine on the dragon bed, took a lot of cold food powder, yawned continuously in the early morning, and no longer had the majesty of the emperor.

In contrast, Empress Dowager Chu pulled herself together and summoned Prince Langya and the young master many times, and revealed the news that she intended to marry Chu's daughter into the palace.

There are three daughters in the Chu family's direct branch, and two daughters are concubines, who have been married successively.The youngest daughter is the only heir, she is only eight years old this year, she is not too different from Huan Rong, and is about the same age as Sima Yao and Sima Daozi.

There is no shortage of smart people in Jiankang City.

Empress Dowager Chu's actions quickly attracted the attention of the court.The strange thing is that there was no voice of opposition. Whether it was Huan Da Sima or Wang Xie's family, they seemed to be happy to see the success.

After the court meeting, Sima Huan did not return to Gushu, but was still stationed outside the city.During this period, Sima Yu, king of Langya, was invited many times to have a face-to-face talk.

Sima Yu was the elder of the Jin family, the Empress Dowager Chu and Princess Nankang would both call him uncle, he was also the prime minister of the current dynasty, and a contemporary celebrity. Huan Wen's excuse for inviting someone was quite sufficient, and Sima Yu couldn't shirk it.

After a few times, words of sympathy between King Langya and Sima Huan began to appear in the city.

After hearing the news, Huan Rong pondered for a long time, and finally came to the conclusion that Empress Dowager Chu and Sima Huan had their eyes on King Shanglangya's family.It's just that Empress Dowager Chu was interested in Sima Yao and wanted to support the younger one; Da Sima Huan went the opposite way and wanted to push Sima Yu to the top.

Thinking about it carefully, it is not difficult to understand that Sima Yao is young. After ascending to the throne, Empress Dowager Chu will naturally be in charge of the court, which is quite unfavorable to Sima Huan.

Sima Yu is over half a century old and has a peaceful personality, even a bit cowardly. Huan Da Sima can imitate Cao Pi and play the "Zen of the Son of Heaven".It can not only preserve the reputation but also get benefits, no matter from which point of view, it is much more cost-effective than direct rebellion.

As for whether to lie to one's ears or steal the bell... as long as the throne is firmly established, history books can still be written elsewhere.

Both sides have their own plans and are wrestling secretly.

The only thing in common is that Sima Yi is destined to become an outcast and lose the throne sooner or later.Whether his life can be saved is still hard to say.

From a historical point of view, the Huan Da Sima Bureau had the upper hand, but the Jiankang gentry won in the end.The Empress Dowager Chu has no shortage of skills, but the Jin Dynasty is weak. From the beginning to the end, she played a role like a background board.

Thinking about this clearly, Huan Rong suddenly lost interest and lost interest in meeting the Empress Dowager Chu.

"Guaer?" Princess Nankang couldn't help frowning seeing Huan Rong distracted.

"Mum, my son has lost his mind." Huan Rong blushed as he recalled his thoughts of flying away.

"Are you worried about overseas Chinese?" When mentioning the conferment of Huan Rong, Princess Nankang felt angry.It's fine if you don't give it a good place, but what's the matter with Youzhou?

Huan Rong shook his head and said, "Mum, don't worry, I can handle it properly."

"Okay." Princess Nankang was not at ease anymore, there were "outsiders" present, it was not good to talk to Huan Rong, so she only gave a few simple instructions, and then began to eat with chopsticks.

Eat without speaking and sleep without speaking.

Huan Rong had a good appetite, paired it with broiled river fish, and ate most of the bucket of rice.

Huan Yi uses one bowl less than him.

Huan Xin hadn't learned the skill of counting rice grains yet, after eating a bowl, seeing Huan Rong and Huanyi eating half of the bucket, he couldn't help but froze on the spot.

After dinner, Huan Xin wanted to make friends with Huan Rong, but was sent away by Princess Nankang.Sima Daofu hesitated to speak, but was pulled back by the servants behind him, but he didn't dare to speak easily.

Thinking about it, she still didn't give up on Wang Xianzhi.

When the army of the Northern Expedition returned, Wang Xianzhi made a lot of contributions. People talked about abandoning his pen and joining the army, and he was about to be promoted to an official position soon.

Sima Daofu could bear it until today, even Huan Rong found it inconceivable.

Huan Xin and Sima Daofu left one after another, and Huan Yi was also sent away. Only Mrs. Li sat quietly on one side, and Princess Nankang said: "Guaer, no matter what the queen mother promises, you can't enter Taicheng tomorrow." Agree easily."

Hearing this, Huan Rong's heart skipped a beat.

"Mom, I don't understand."

Princess Nankang did not answer directly, but said: "A few days ago at the court meeting, there was a sorcerer who divination for you. The hexagram is not bad, but too good. If it spreads, it will not be a good thing for you."

I don't know what Hu Qian thought about, concealing the hexagram from Queen Mother Chu, but telling Princess Nankang in private.

Back in the mansion, Princess Nankang couldn't sleep all night, except for the rebels who invaded Taicheng, she has never been so worried in the past few years.

"Hexagrams?"

Thinking of the strange gaze during the court meeting, Huan Rong seemed to realize something.

"What is the content of the hexagram, can Grandma tell me?"

Princess Nankang shook her head and said, "Knowing now is not beneficial to you."

Huan Rong couldn't help frowning.

"Gua'er, Mom won't harm you."

Princess Nankang motioned for Huan Rong to approach, pressed his shoulder with one hand, and pressed her fingers hard, leaving a few dents on the silk robe.

"Starting from today, you have to beware of that old slave, and people in the Jin family should not trust him."

"Jin family?" Huan Rong was stunned.

"You have to remember, no matter the Sima family or the Huan family, they can be used and formed alliances, but they must never be entrusted with sincerity."

Princess Nankang stared into Huan Rong's eyes, and said in a deep voice: "There will be changes in Taicheng, I don't know how long I can protect you. In troubled times, no one can stay in a corner. Remember to look at people with your eyes and your heart, and never act emotionally. lead to disaster."

"promise!"

Huan Rong knew his mother's character well, and understood that these words must have deep meaning.However, his mother didn't want to explain the reason, so it was not easy for him to ask.

"My son will always remember my mother's teachings, and never dare to forget."

"it is good."

Princess Nankang nodded, suddenly pulled Huan Rong into her arms, bit her lower lip hard, her eyes were reddish, her voice was extremely low, with a trace of imperceptible hoarseness.

"Gua'er, if one day you want to confront the Sima family, don't take care of your mother, and never be soft!"

Against Sima?

Huan Rong's pupils shrank slightly, and he wanted to raise his head, but was held down by Princess Nankang, so he could only maintain the original posture.

After an unknown amount of time, Princess Nankang finally calmed down.

"Go, have a good rest tonight, follow me into Taicheng tomorrow."

Huan Rong stood up and looked at Princess Nankang worriedly.

"Aunt..."

"I'm fine, let's go."

"promise."

Knowing that his mother didn't want him to stay longer, Huan Rong could only retreat outside.

When the door was closed, Mrs. Li leaned closer, wiped away the tears from the corners of Princess Nankang's eyes, and said softly: "Young Lord, a talented man, will surely become a great success in the future. No matter what choice sister makes, my concubine will accompany her."

She is a homeless person.

When Princess Nankang is born, she will be born.Princess Nankang died, and she accompanied her into the underworld.

Even if it is obsession, she is willing.