Huan Rong

The grand occasion of the emperor's return to Beijing was once praised by the people of Jiankang, and the enthusiasm has not dissipated for several months.

Fortunately, witnessing this grand occasion, the Hu merchants in the city were all shocked.Back in the inn, they sat opposite each other, wanting to speak, but they didn't know what to say.

Some Hu merchants couldn't sit still. They found the people in the city and tried to find out what happened to Huan Rong since he came to the throne.I want to figure out why this young emperor is so popular and has such a great prestige.

"Even the Great Chanyu of the Huns back then may not have had such glory."

The Hu merchants had too many doubts, and they weighed heavily on their hearts.If I can't get an answer, I'm afraid I won't even be able to sleep well.

Seeing them like this, the visitor couldn't help laughing.

"It's only natural for officials to win the hearts of the people, which is really strange."

"Officials?" Hu Shang asked in surprise, "Zi Jin, have you sworn allegiance to the Han people?"

Hearing this, everyone in the room had different expressions, and two or three were very dissatisfied.

"So what?" The bald-haired man glanced at the person who asked the question, and said in a bad mood, "Shi Yiqian has great talents and few talents, and his troops were scattered long ago. He escaped into the Mobei Grassland and has not heard news for several years. Our department The leader saw the situation clearly, led the people to submit to Huan Han, how life is going, you have eyes, you can see for yourself!"

Everyone's expressions changed slightly, and someone wanted to speak, but was immediately pulled back by the people around him.

"Don't blame me for speaking badly. As the saying goes, those who know the current affairs are heroes! You and I were both born in Tuoba Xianbei. In the early years, we also dominated the grasslands and moved to the Central Plains. It was a pity that we were defeated by Murong Xianbei because of bad luck. Failed."

Recalling the glory of the tribe's early years, the indoor atmosphere is even more depressing.

"After the death of the great leader, Tuoba Xianbei could never return to the past. The various departments were scattered, some surrendered to Murong Xianbei, and some followed the Di people."

"You don't need me to know what happened to those who surrendered to Murong Xianbei. The bald men followed Shi Yiqian to defect to the Di people. Fu Jian talked nicely, but in the end it was just empty words. Life may not be much better."

Speaking of this, the bald-haired Zijin touched the scar on his cheek, and said with a sneer, "Fu Jian has Wang Meng's assistant, and he once had the momentum to unify the north. It's a pity that Murong Xianbei is a centipede, and Xihe has a Wubao of the Qin family."

"Wang Meng died too early, and the Qin family rose too quickly."

"The kingdoms of Yan and Diqin were broken one after another, and the north was already ruled by the Han people. Our troops surrendered to Huan Han, but the general trend!"

A Hu merchant interrupted: "There are Han people in the north, so why not in the south?"

The bald-haired Zi Jin didn't take it seriously, he waved his hands and said, "Everyone is from the north, you must have been to Chang'an before. Comparing the two cities, have you noticed any differences?"

Everyone looked at each other in blank dismay, several thoughts passed through their minds, and their expressions changed several times.

"After the Qin family entered Chang'an, they indeed issued a lot of government orders. However, compared with Jiankang, it is still clear at a glance which one is better."

The bald-haired Zijin was not polite at all, comparing the two cities and towns, his eloquence was like a river, and he spoke clearly and clearly.

"Last year, there was another snow disaster in the northern region. I heard that there was a great famine in the three states. The Chang'an court sent people to relieve the disaster, but the effect was not great?"

"It's true." A Hu Shang said, "Speaking of natural disasters, there are few in these years?"

"That's right." The bald-haired boy slapped his thigh and said, "Jiankang has a square city, and Chang'an also has it; Jiankang implements benevolent government, and Chang'an is not far behind. However, Jiankang has one advantage, and Chang'an can't catch up with it!"

"What?" Hu Shang suddenly became curious.

"Sea boat!" The bald-haired Zijin didn't give a shit, and gave the answer straight to the point.

"Sea ship?"

"Everyone who is new here, I'm afraid you don't know very well. There is a special shipbuilding workshop in Youzhou, which can build huge sailing ships, which can carry hundreds of people and sail on the sea for several months." The bald-haired Zijin explained.

"hiss--"

Everyone took a deep breath.

"Nowadays, the sea ships are controlled by the brothers of the official family, and they go to sea every season. The size of the fleet continues to grow, and they go as far as the islands on the sea, bringing back food, jewelry, and all kinds of weird things."

"Don't mention anything else, just the gentry like Jiankang, I heard that they sent people to go to sea with the fleet."

Having said that, the bald-haired Zijin paused deliberately, glanced over the crowd, and said in a deep voice: "What can be divided in Chang'an is nothing more than the land and population. The Central Plains has a vast land and resources, and there will be a day when it will be divided. How many fertile fields will there be in disasters?"

"Jiankang is different."

"According to the official practice, there is no need to worry about the land at all. With the fleet and the commercial roads in the Western Regions, there is no need to worry about food, gold and silver."

When the bald-haired Zijin talked about excitement, his eyes seemed to be shining.

"Last year, when the government was on a hunting trip, the fleet went south to search for high-yield grain. When they encountered a rebellion in Zhuya Prefecture, with a few hundred crew members, they not only quelled the chaos, but also captured the leader of the bandit alive. Knowing that there were barbarians sneaking into the island, they simply Stop the boat and dock, contact the Jiaozhou and Ningzhou assassins, and wipe out the two bandits near the border."

Border bandits?

Guessing the true identity of the bandits, Hu Shang swallowed at the same time.

"That's why, don't look at Chang'an's strong troops and even bigger territory. In a real fight, it's hard to say who will win."

The bald-haired Zijin turned back to the topic and continued to answer Hu Shang's previous question, "You asked just now why the officials are so popular among the people. I don't know about others. Today's day!"

"As long as those of us surrendered barbarians have military exploits, we can also be registered as white registers, settle down in the city, and send our children to the academy."

"College?" Hu Shang said with disbelief on his face, "Study like Han people?"

The bald-haired Zijin laughed, and briefly explained the courses of the academy.

"It's not just about studying, you can also learn other skills. More importantly, if you succeed in your studies, you will have a way to advance in the future."

"This is all official benevolence!"

"The eldest son and the second son of the leader of my department are both in the academy. I went out with the army before, beheaded the tenth rank, and barely became a corps leader. When there is a big war again, earn more credits, and after being promoted to the team leader, I can send my son to school !"

The bald-haired Zijin became more and more excited as he spoke, his cheeks flushed.

His ideas and practices are nothing but a microcosm of surrendering to the various ministries.

Compared with the later Tuoba Xianbei, the Qiang and Jie tribes and a few miscellaneous Hus have better integrated into the city by virtue of their advantages, settling down and buying properties, and leaving the grazing life.

Get used to the present day, no one wants to go back to the past.

If there is an attack from a foreign enemy, the speed of the Hu people to pick up their swords and guns will never be slower than that of the Han people.

"You say, why is such an official family unpopular?"

After the bald-haired Zijin finished speaking, he glanced at the people in the room again, and said earnestly: "Everyone travels all over the country for the same purpose of family members. There is a better way in front of us. How should I choose? Is it up to others to say?"

After leaving the last few words, the bald-haired Zijin stood up and said goodbye.

Before going out, he seemed to think of something again, and said: "One more thing, the official family has the Tiger Talisman of the Tuoba tribe in their hands, and the official family's brothers have Tuoba Xianbei bloodlines."

what? !

Everyone was startled, and wanted to ask more questions, but the bald-haired Zijin refused to say more, opened the door directly, and walked away.

He has already said what he should say, and for the sake of being Tuoba Xianbei, there is a lot of news revealed.Whether these people can understand the hints in his words, and what choice they will make in the end, is not up to him, it depends on God's will.

In any case, the leader's order has been completed, so he should be in charge of the next dispatch, right?

In Taicheng, Huan Rong didn't have time to rest, and he was promoted to court the next day after his return.

With Xi Yin in charge and Jia Bing and Zhong Lin in power, there would be no trouble at all.

But the majestic king of Yang Yiguo has been away for two years, even if it is to patrol the territory and expand the territory by the way, it is not a big deal.Especially since Huan Rong ascended the throne not long ago, when he returns this time, he must shoulder the responsibility of the emperor, perform well, and give the officials a reassurance.

In fact, witnessing the grand occasion of the return of the royal family, all the officials knew that the emperor was what the people wanted, and it was not because of a sudden brain twitch that he made a big mistake, the emperor's throne was as stable as a rock.

Therefore, Huan Rong is willing to give face to the officials and shoulder the image of the hero, and the people will not be unreasonable and try to sweep the emperor's face, which will make Huan Rong unhappy.

Both parties had a tacit understanding, and the first court meeting after Yu Jia's return ended in a "harmonious, stable and happy" atmosphere.

"It's been a long time since I went hunting, everyone has worked hard."

"Your Majesty patrols the world, expands the borders and expands the land, and the ministers are only doing what they are supposed to do, so I dare not take this praise!"

Hello, hello, everyone, really good!

Huan Rong was very satisfied, as were all civil and military officials.

What's more, all the gentlemen who accompanied him this time were counted as one, and they were all entrusted with important tasks to serve as officials in Bianzhou.As long as you make some achievements and return to court in the future, you will be able to reach a higher level, and the family will also benefit from it.

With such benefits, how can everyone not give the emperor a good face.

Feeling depressed, probably only Da Zhongzheng.

Without him, the elected officials of all dynasties must be judged by Zhongzheng.What the emperor did this time was certainly an expedient move, but it also essentially challenged the nine-rank Zhongzheng system.

Changing to the past will definitely arouse the "vigilance" of the court.

But counting with your fingers, all the gentlemen who accompanied him were from the noble family, and the officials of the Manchu Dynasty could be counted as those with vested interests.Now that he has benefited, he naturally turns a blind eye to the emperor's unruly behavior.

How about otherwise?

Say it's against the rules and call everyone back?

It was definitely because the head was caught by the door, and I was full!

Ever since, Huan Rong's move to challenge the rules was directly ignored without causing any disturbance.Da Zhongzheng's depression can only be held in his heart.Since the Jin Dynasty, the first batch of officials who have not been judged by Da Zhongzheng served in the local area, paving the way for future policy changes.

This matter is being suppressed by the DPRK and China, but it does not mean that there will be no discussion behind it.

In Taicheng, Princess Nankang specifically asked Huan Rong whether this was a sudden intention or he had planned it long ago.

"Mother, don't worry, my son is not a reckless person."

By saying this, Huan Rong was telling his mother that this time was only a special case, and he would only circumvent the rules if necessary.If the conditions are not ripe, he will not recklessly challenge the Nine-Rank Zhongzheng System.

After all, this is a rule since the Wei and Jin Dynasties, involving too many aspects.Without sufficient conditions, it must not be easily shaken.

Once it is moved lightly, it is likely that the purpose will not be achieved, and the foundation of the court will be damaged.

"Bianzhou is indeed short of people, not to mention the urgency is about the same. The gentlemen who accompany you are all talented, and Xie Shizhong and Wang Shizhong nod, and they are in a hurry. Da Zhongzheng is dissatisfied, and the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty do not raise objections. What a disturbance."

Princess Nankang breathed a sigh of relief, and said, "It's best not to do similar things in the future. Azi came to the throne not long ago, and the families in Wuyi Lane and Qingxili are now supporting her. It's hard to say what will happen in the future."

"Don't worry, mother, I know the severity." Huan Rong smiled, "By the way, yesterday my mother said that Ah Feng should wear Yuanfu, isn't it too early?"

"It's not too early." Princess Nankang shook her head and said, "After Yuan Zhen and Yuan Jin died, he was the only one left in the direct branch of the Yuan family in Chen County. According to the rules, it is not too early to wear Yuan clothes at the age of 12."

Compared with Sima Yao who was ten years old in Yuanfu, 12 years old is indeed not too early.

"Since that's the case, it's according to Grandma's wishes." Huan Rong pondered for a moment, then said, "Does Ah Feng know about this?"

"I know." Princess Nankang looked at Mrs. Li, who nodded slightly, and ordered her servant to fetch a wooden box, which was full of essays written by Yuan Feng.

"In ancient times, there was a young minister named Gan Luo. From my concubine's point of view, Ah Feng is extremely intelligent, no less than his ancestors."

Mrs. Li said while sending the wooden box to Huan Rong.

The years seem to have stopped on her body, her beautiful face is just like in the past, every frown and smile is full of tenderness.No matter how hard-hearted, in the face of such a beautiful woman, his heart will be throbbed and he will not feel absent-minded.

Huan Rong opened the wooden box, took out an article and read it carefully.

The papermaking technology in Youzhou and Yangzhou continued to develop, and paper was gradually adopted in folk writing.Local government offices also began to use paper documents.The academy is even more ahead of the crowd. As early as half a year ago, students used new paper for calligraphy and composition.

Yuan Feng was obsessed with the Legalists, he also dabbled in the Military School and Confucianism, he could memorize Lao Zhuang, but he was not very interested.

After reading all the articles, Huan Rong finally understood that the so-called academic master really cannot be judged by ordinary people's eyes.

No wonder his mother wanted to arrange Yuanfu for him. With such an IQ and EQ, he really couldn't accept it.

"One more thing," Princess Nankang smiled slightly, and said in a deep voice, "while you were on a hunting tour, Huanxi was seriously ill. My aunt wrote a letter a month ago, saying that he would not last for two months."

"Aunt's meaning?" Huan Rong asked.

"Huan Ji has gone, and he will be buried according to the county official ceremony. Huan Xi will eventually be the son of the county official. If there is a day, he will be buried according to the county official ceremony."

In theory, Huan Rong ascended the throne and established a system, Huan Xi, Huan Ji, etc. should all be crowned kings.However, Huan Rong didn't make an order, and no one in the court mentioned it.Huan Ji was still the county magistrate until his death, no matter how unwilling Huan Xi was, he could only be a county magistrate in the end.

"If there is someone in the court, just say what I mean." Princess Nankang said coldly.

"Aunt..."

"Don't say any more, do as I want." Princess Nankang said forcefully, "As for Huan Xin, if he wants to seek Taoism, let him go. I will write letters to my aunt, and choose a site outside the city to build a Taoist temple, so that he can become an immortal. go."

Whether Huan Xin sincerely asked for immortality or pretended to ask, Princess Nankang believed that he really wanted to ascend to immortality.

Huan Ji had no sons, but Huan Xi and Huan Xin did!

Huan Rong has no intention of getting married, and the heir must be chosen among his brothers, nephews and nephews.If Huanxi Huanxin is made king, there will definitely be a lot of trouble in the future.Instead of leaving hidden dangers, it is better to strangle them from the source.

She doesn't care what the world thinks.

For the sake of Huan Rong, Princess Nankang is willing to bear this notoriety.