Huan Rong

In the fifth year of Taihe, in late March, Xi Yin and Huan Rong's upper forms were delivered to Jiankang successively.

At that time, Empress Yu was terminally ill, unable to get up from the couch every day, unable to get soup and medicine, and gradually became ignorant of personnel and affairs, hanging on her breath.Doctors tried their best, but they couldn't wake her up.

Sima Yi became more and more absurd and presumptuous. He didn't go to the early court for several days in a row. He heard that Empress Yu was seriously ill. She might not live long. She didn't feel sad at all.

Zhuangzi sings with drums, is an optimistic attitude towards life and death, and sincerely mourns his deceased wife.

No matter how you look at it, Sima Yi's move is nonsense.

Fortunately, Empress Yu has already fallen into a coma, otherwise, she would definitely die of anger on the spot.

When the news came out, the court was in an uproar.There was a lot of discussion in Jiankang City, secretly shaking their heads at the emperor's words and deeds.

If Huan Da Sima proposes to abandon the land at this time, as long as the successor is still the Sima family, everyone from the court to the people will only applaud, and no one will denounce it as a rebellious move.

What is puzzling is that although Gu Shu has repeatedly hinted that he has maintained correspondence with King Langya, there has been no "actual" action for a long time.

On the contrary, knowing that he was on the throne for a short time, Sima Yi not only did not restrain his behavior, but became more unscrupulous and absurd day by day.

According to Huan Rong's words, there is no most absurd, only more absurd.

The atmosphere in the palace became more and more tense. Empress Dowager Chu frequently summoned Prince Langya's son, and several times spread Sima Yao's wise and virtuous words.The gentry in Jiankang City were happy to see the success, and would even push it occasionally.

The only people who are loyal to Sima Yi are probably the nanny who took care of him since he was a child, and one or two wives whose wealth and life are tied to him.As for the others, once Sima Yi is abolished, they have absolutely no intention of "sharing the joys and sorrows" with him, they will scatter in a crowd and find their own way out.

On a rare day, Sima Yi was still drunk, his eyes were black and half awake, and he couldn't even sit up straight.

The officials in the palace have long been numb and have no intention of criticizing the emperor for his actions.When the music stops, immediately play Xi Yin's Biao Shu, and ask the emperor to judge.

"Land exchange? What do you guys think?"

Sima Yi yawned and didn't even look at the civil and martial arts in the hall.He seemed to be hungover, but he was still somewhat lucid in his mind, and understood that the officials from the three provinces were just going through the motions, not asking for his opinion at all.

"I think this is feasible."

An official came out and explained that Youzhou is adjacent to Xuzhou, and Sheyang is adjacent to Yandu, so it is not necessary to redesignate the counties under jurisdiction.

Someone starts, and someone immediately seconded.

A decision had been made early on, so Sima Yi could only nod and stamp his seal, and issue an official document.

Seeing everyone's attitudes, Sima Yi leaned lazily in front of the throne, and said: "It's such a troublesome thing, why don't you just hand over Yandu to Xi Fanghui, and let him send someone to take care of it? It won't be over. The Duke of Fengyang County is now You The governor of the state shouldn't have continued to be in charge of Yandu."

As soon as this remark came out, the hall was silent.

There are smart people in the hall, and Sima Yi knows it is more convenient without telling him, but things cannot be done this way.

Firstly, Yandu relies on Huan Rong for its current development, how could he let go easily; secondly, Xi Fanghui and Huan Rong have a long-standing alliance, let alone take advantage of it.

In the end, Xi Fanghui intends to build Guangling City and consolidate the territory in his hands. The two parties must have exchanged interests in private.If the imperial court pretends to be smart, it will be 100% thankless, and the two will be offended together.

The hall was silent for a long time, and an official came out and said: "Your Majesty, there are often re-divisions of overseas Chinese states, counties, and counties. This proposal was proposed by the envoy Xi Ci. Please consider it at your majesty's discretion."

In other words, Xi Yin is bound to win, and he will definitely not be able to stop it.Rather than offending others, it is better to go along with the flow and agree.After all, among the local bosses, he was the only one who could wrestle with Huan Wen.If you offend him, things may not be cleared up.

Sima Yi yawned again and waved his hands.

"Then play it."

There is no objection to the entanglement, and it is already unprecedented to be able to say the previous sentence.

The ministers agreed, and then proposed Huan Rong to submit the table.

"Recommend Huan Yi as Yandu county magistrate?" Sima Yi half-lyed in front of the throne, scanning the officials in the hall, looking increasingly drunk.

"allow."

There are a few things, and the officials have nothing to say.

Sima Yi suddenly sat upright, raised his voice, and threw a thunder, "The queen mother told me the importance of the country the day before yesterday. After thinking about it for two days, I decided to follow the queen mother's words, care for the country, and appoint a prince."

what? !

The thunder exploded, and the officials were astonished, and the shock was beyond words.

Without waiting for everyone to react, Sima Yi continued: "I have three sons, which one do you think is suitable?"

Everyone looked at each other, speechless for a moment.

As the emperor, Sima Yi proposed to establish a prince, which was reasonable and reasonable.

Although there are rumors that the three princes have suspicious backgrounds, the rumors are still rumors. Without conclusive evidence, no one will refute it in front of the emperor, saying that your son is not his own and cannot inherit the throne.

No, there is one.

It's a pity that people are in Gushu, and the distant water cannot save the nearby fire.

At this moment, the civil and military officials of the imperial court coincided with each other, remembering Sima Huan's domineering together, which is a strange thing.

The atmosphere was stagnant for a long time before the courtiers stood up, saying that the establishment of the crown prince was a major matter, and they should not be so hasty.It is necessary to carefully examine the prince's talents and morals before making a decision.

Someone started the conversation, and everyone seconded it one after another. The meaning behind the words was the same: Your Majesty is in the prime of his life, so there is no need to be so anxious, this matter can be discussed slowly.

Of course, the words are not so straightforward, but the meaning is the same.

Sima Yi couldn't compete with everyone, so he couldn't continue.Anger surfaced on his face, he simply flicked his long sleeves, left Wen Wu in the hall, and turned to leave on his own.

He didn't really want to establish a prince, but he wanted to take the opportunity to test and see if there was anyone in the court who was willing to help him.

The result made him extremely disappointed.

No, none at all.

Walking out of the hall, looking at the dark clouds gathered in the sky, Sima Yi staggered twice, and sat down in front of the hall door.Putting his hands behind his back, he laughed loudly amidst the thunder, his madness surpassed that of the past.

"You bully me, unite to bully me!"

With desolation in the laughter, Sima Yi turned his head to look at the gate of the palace, ignoring the distorted expression of the front guard in the palace, staring at Wenwu who walked out of the palace, and laughed wildly again.

Don't let his son be the prince?

Want to support Sima Yao's maidservant son?

it is good!

Really good!

Anyway, I have already decided my way forward, so why not make a big fuss?Huan Wen has long had the intention of treason, so he might as well fulfill him, give him the Zen position to his parents and children, and see how the court will react!

Thinking of this, Sima Yi stood up abruptly, waved away the eunuch who stepped forward to support him, and walked away while laughing.

The world is already chaotic, why not make it more chaotic?

If he is unhappy, no one else can think about it!

盐渎

Huan Rong didn't know that he was also shot while lying down, and was about to be drawn into a sudden power struggle.

After sending the letter to Qin Jing, he buried himself in the books and asked about Shi Shao's recent affairs.Knowing that Yandu's county government and military affairs are on track, this year's tax revenue in the first quarter is half a year higher than last year's, I can't help but smile.

"The saltworks have added more tricks to return to the salt workers, but unfortunately there are no skilled workers. In the short term, the amount of salt produced cannot be greatly increased."

If it's just rough machining, then naturally there is no problem.

The problem is that Yandu mainly produces "snow salt" at present, and the process required is more complicated than before.For the sake of confidentiality, the two most important processes are in the hands of a few craftsmen, and the speed of salt production gradually cannot keep up with the incoming orders.

"The servant heard that snow salt is expensive in the north, but it is often scarce in the extreme south."

After Shi Shao finished these few sentences, he began to look at Huan Rong eagerly.The meaning is obvious, Mr. Ming, if we ship at the current price, we will suffer!

"cough!"

Huan Rong coughed, avoiding Shi Shao's gaze.

He knew this, but the biggest buyer was Qin's Wubao, followed by Jingkou, and the third was Taiyuan Wang's.The contracts between the three parties are all set in advance, and I have also obtained other benefits from the market salt, so it is not easy to increase the price in the short term.

Furthermore, just earning less, not no earning.

Salt is a necessity in people's lives, and it is not appropriate to raise the price too high.

Even in this troubled world, Huan Rong still has a bottom line in his heart.

You can make money, but you can't violate your conscience.

Qin Jing and Xi Yin buy salt for their own use, and even if they sell it, the price will not be raised higher, and there is a tacit understanding between them.The Taiyuan Wang family wanted to raise the price, but Huan Rong also opened a salt shop in Jiankang.If the price difference is too large, Jiankang people will not buy it easily.

Taiyuan Wang's face?

It doesn't work for this.

As a result, Jiankang's salt price fluctuated slightly, but it did not exceed the reasonable range.

"The price of salt cannot be raised again." Huan Rong said seriously.

"Jingde, anyone who comes to Yandu City for salt, needs to explain to them in advance that if they sell snow salt to ordinary people, the price must not be too high. Once it is found that someone has violated the contract and violated the contract, they will never sell it with them. "

If you dare not keep the promise, you will be blocked directly!

Moreover, the profit from salt is only the foundation. When he finds sugarcane and tries to make sucrose, it will be the real huge profit.It has nothing to do with the national capital, the price can be set as high as he likes, and it is difficult not to make money.

"promise!"

Shi Shao sternly agreed, and Xun You and Zhong Lin exchanged glances, becoming more and more sure that their choice was right.

Huan Yi listened to it for a long while, most of the time was spent in mind wandering.When Huan Rong finished reading the account book, he almost fell asleep on the spot.

Sending Shi Shao and the others away, Huan Rong turned his head, looked at it funny for a while, wanted to wake him up, but changed his mind halfway.Rolling his eyeballs, he ordered the maidservants to serve freshly made honey cakes, and sent them directly to Huan Yi's nose.

one two Three……

Huan Rong counted silently in his heart, before counting to ten, Huan Yi had already opened his eyes.

"Brother?" Huan Yi looked at the honey cake and then at Huan Rong, with a sleepy expression on his face.

Huan Rong couldn't hold it back, and put the lacquer plate in Huan Yi's hand, laughing so hard that he was out of breath.

After getting along with the ancients for a long time, the laughter keeps decreasing.

Need to reflect.

"Brother is awake?" Huan Rong said, wiping away tears from laughter, "This is the cook's new honey cake, with pickled sweet-scented osmanthus in it, brother, try to see if it suits your appetite."

Huan Yi picked up a piece and brought it to his mouth, the outer layer was crispy and the inner layer was soft, the honey melted into the cake, it was actually better than the pastries used in daily life.

"What do you think brother?"

Huan Yi puffed up one cheek and gave a thumbs up.

This is what he learned from Huan Rong, and now he is able to use what he has learned.

"Brother, as long as you like it." Huan Rong also picked up a piece of honey cake, brought it to his mouth and took a bite.Although it is sweet, it is not to the extent of overwhelming, and the taste is really good.

"I'm leaving for Youzhou the day after tomorrow. Zhong Ren will stay in Yandu to assist Brother, and Jingde will stay until April." After a pause, Huan Rong said in a low voice, "Brother, I'm embarrassing you."

Hearing these words, Huan Yi stopped moving.

"What are you talking about, brother!" Huan Yi frowned, "I left Jiankang for brother. If I can't be around to protect, it's good to help!"

"Brother, I promise, I will be able to go to Youzhou in June, at most July."

"Don't worry, be on the safe side." Huan Yi waved his hand and said, "Yandu is very good, and there are fresh sea fish. I just have a good time to eat. When my brother builds a sea boat, I will go to sea by boat and serve my mother." Look for corals, and by the way, find big fish in the sea!"

When mentioning big fish, Huan Yi's eyes lit up.

Huan Rong couldn't help being happy again, and the heavy atmosphere was swept away.

"Okay, I promise my brother that I will build a ship that can ride the wind and waves, and realize my brother's wish."

"Agreed?"

"A word is settled!"

The two brothers clapped hands and smiled at each other.

No one thought about what this decision would bring.What's more, she never expected what kind of changes will happen in this world when Huan Yi goes to sea by boat.

In the fifth year of Taihe, at the beginning of April, Huan Yi was selected as the official letter of Yandu county magistrate and delivered to Yandu.

Huan Rong settled one concern and was ready to leave for his post.

Before leaving, I repeatedly told Huan Yi to be careful in everything, and to be more careful when encountering letters from my aunt, and to discuss matters with Xun You and Shi Shao if you are unsure.

"I know, Brother, don't worry." Huan Yi nodded vigorously.

"Also, bro's homework can't be missed." Huan Rong said seriously, "It's okay if you can't read and write, I'll leave Anan behind, let him read for bro every day, bro just memorize."

Huan Yi's mouth was bitter, and he scratched the back of his neck, meeting Huan Rong's serious expression, he could only nod in the end.

The little boy Anan patted his chest vigorously, and vowed: "Your Majesty, don't worry, this servant will read for Mr. Silang every day!"

When Huan Rong was studying in Kuaiji, Ah Nan was by his side all the time, and he knew a lot of characters.Huan Rong accompanied the army in the Northern Expedition, and Shi Shao found that he was clever and wanted to teach him. Although he was not yet able to keep accounts independently, it was not a problem to read a few books for Huan Yi.

Hearing this, Huan Rong nodded in satisfaction, Huan Yi's mouth was even more bitter.

The horse-drawn carriage drove out of the county government office, and the people in the city lined the road to see him off.

The little ladies rolled up their sleeves and sang, like wild flowers with dewdrops scattered all over the ground. It is not an exaggeration to say that the fragrant wind guides the way.

"May you have a smooth journey!"

Huan Rong pushed open the car window and saw the little girl who threw flowers at him when he entered the city. He thought it was a coincidence and couldn't help waving to her.

This action caused a commotion in the crowd, the young ladies near the girl were all pink and pink, and almost joined forces to stop the carriage and not allow Huan Rong to leave the city.

Seeing this, Huan Rong had no choice but to walk up to the shaft of the chariot, with flowers on his head, facing the silk handkerchief hairpins flying one after another, he put on a chic posture, chanted a song of defense, and begged the little ladies to get out of the way.

The misfortune was caused by him himself, so he has to persevere even if he is a flower basket!

After the convoy left the city, the crowd still followed closely, and it took a long time before they stopped.

Huan Yi stepped forward on his horse, looked at Huan Rong who was "picking flowers" in the carriage, and couldn't help saying: "My brother is very handsome, I am very envious."

Huan Rong turned his head, with a slightly unkind expression.

If it wasn't Huan Yi who spoke, he would definitely release a humanoid weapon, use local materials, and make a "flower basket" on the spot.

Naihe is the one who speaks, so in the end, he can only think about it.

After sending it ten miles outside the city, Huan Yi stopped.

Huan Rong waved his hand in the car and said loudly, "Brother, take care!"

Holding the whip, Huan Yi said loudly, "Don't worry brother, don't miss me, and have a good trip!"

A gust of wind blew by, and the convoy set foot on the official road and headed westward, getting farther and farther away from Yandu City.

Huan Yi stopped for a long time, and when he could no longer see the convoy, he turned his horse's head and said to the people accompanying him, "Go back."

Adi handed over Yandu to him, and he will keep it safe for Adi.Who dares to think that he is stupid and easy to deceive, and wants to seize the opportunity to seize the effort of brother, he will not give up with him!

Huan Rong and his party left Yandu, passed Sheyang, Huai'en, Fuling and other counties, and entered Linhuai County in Youzhou.

Linhuai County was first established in the Western Han Dynasty, and it has jurisdiction over 29 counties including Gaoshan, Xuyi, and Tangyi.When Wang Mang usurped the Han Dynasty, it was changed to Linping County. After the establishment of the Eastern Han Dynasty, it was changed to Linhuai State, and then the state was abolished and merged into Donghai County.

In the first year of Taikang in the Western Jin Dynasty, Linhuai was re-established as a county, leading ten counties including Gaoshan, Xuyi, and Gaoyou.

Emperor Yuan of the Eastern Jin Dynasty crossed south and set up overseas Chinese prefectures such as You, Yan, and Qing.Linhuai was divided into Youzhou, and the ten counties under its jurisdiction were reduced to six counties, and a large number of refugees from the north were recruited.

Youzhou Prefecture is located in Huainan County, bordering Linhuai.Even though the government office has been dilapidated, Huan Rong still intends to take a look at the former Youzhou Inspector who usually lives in Linhuai County.

When they reached the junction of the two counties, the private soldiers who explored the road rode their horses and reported: "My lord, there are cavalry blocking the way ahead."

Huan Rong opened the car door in surprise, and asked, "Do you know who is coming?"

If it was an ambush attack, the private soldiers should not be given a chance to turn around.If not... A thought flashed in Huan Rong's mind, and his eyes widened instantly.

No way?

Wouldn't it be so coincidental?

Just as he was thinking that it was impossible, there was a sudden cry of an eagle above his head.

In the blink of an eye, the goshawk flew into the carriage, folded its wings, honked at Huan Rong, and stretched out its right leg.

Looking at the bamboo tube on the eagle's leg, Huan Rong felt a little speechless.

Sometimes, intuition is too accurate and worrying.

After taking out the silk cloth from the bamboo tube and confirming what he thought in his heart, Huan Rong's expression changed slightly, a burst of surprise flashed through his eyes, and then he became serious.

It was indeed Qin Jing who came.

He sent a message before, hoping to meet Qin Jing face to face for a while.I didn't expect the other party to come so quickly.

and……

Holding the silk cloth, Huan Rong frowned.

Linhuai is located on the border between the two countries and has encountered wars many times.Before Qin Jing traveled with the caravan, there is nothing wrong with entering the border.Now leading a cavalry can still come and go freely, without any hindrance, the border guards have not issued any alarm, what does this mean?

Huan Rong didn't dare to think deeply, but he couldn't help thinking deeply.

In connection with Qin's plan to become king, he unconsciously clenched his fingers and kneaded the silk cloth into a ball.

"How many people are here?"

"Return to the envoy, no more than two."

That is less than 20 people?

Inexplicably, Huan Rong heaved a sigh of relief.

"Please come here."

"promise!"

The private soldier galloped out, Huan Rong leaned sideways to the wall of the chariot, closed his eyes, and squeezed his forehead with one hand.

Zhong Lin happened to be in the car, seeing Huan Rong's performance, she couldn't help asking, "May I know who is coming?"

"I know." Huan Rong opened his eyes, "It's a servant of the Qin Clan's Wubao."

Qin's servants?

Zhong Lin's expression changed several times, and she soon thought of something with Huan Rong, even more deeply than him.

Huan Rong didn't say much, and knocked on the wall of the car with one hand, took out the wooden box containing the letter from the hidden compartment, bit his cheek, cheered himself up, and waited for Qin Jing to arrive.

In less than a moment, there was a burst of sand and dust in front of him, followed by the sound of rumbling horseshoes.

More than a dozen black-armored knights rode their horses and galloped, like sharp arrows, shooting towards them.

Even though he knew that the other party was not hostile, he still felt evil.The private soldiers and health servants in the convoy tensed up, and Dian Kui and Qian Shi took two steps to block the car.

Cai Yun really wanted to move forward and show off in front of Huan Rong.It's a pity that he was squeezed away by Dian Kui, so he didn't get a chance at all.

When he got close, the knight pulled the reins sharply.

Amidst the neighing of the steeds, the crowd rode out.The knight on the horse took off his helmet, and two strands of forehead hair fell to the end of his eyes, making his eyebrows like black ink and his eyes like cold stars.

"Brother Rong." The knight got off his horse and walked to the front of the carriage. It was Qin Jing who came here specially from Pengcheng.

Huan Rong jumped out of the carriage, bowed in salute, and said with a smile, "Long time no see, how is Brother Qin? I thought it would take time, but I didn't expect to meet you here."

While speaking, his eyes glanced at the cavalry following Qin Jing, implying something.

The four eyes met, and a look of surprise flashed in Qin Jing's eyes.Not seeing him for several months, Brother Rong seems to have changed a lot.