Han Dao world

"I can't ask for it." Cai Yan smiled, and quickly ordered people to prepare.Leading Tang Ji to sit down in front of the case, looked carefully at the light, and said with a smile: "Madam looks good. It seems that there is something to do. Although it is hard, you can forget your worries."

"This is your wife's own explanation." Tang Ji joked: "Look at you, your face is dizzy, and your complexion is much better than mine."

Cai Yan touched his face, sighed, and repeated what the queen said just now.

"Ma'am, what does the empress mean?" Cai Yan was very aggrieved. "Although I get along with the emperor day and night, I strictly abide by the etiquette of my ministers and never dare to go beyond the slightest. Could it be that the queen has misunderstood?"

Tang Ji thought for a moment, then smiled softly: "It's not that she misunderstood you, but she thinks it's inevitable, so it's better to go with the flow."

"Ma'am, why do you say that?" Cai Yan was a little anxious. "I fell into the enemy's camp, and lost all my reputation. Your Majesty did not think I was humble, and allowed me to continue my father's unfinished business with the post of Lantai Commander. I am inexplicably grateful, how dare I have such ambitions?"

Tang Ji pressed Cai Yan's hand. "Zhao Ji, don't worry. What I said is unavoidable. I don't refer to you, but to the harem. Just now, I was talking with the emperor outside the imperial tent. I mentioned the ladies of the Xunfu. The queen probably heard it, so Have this heart."

Only then did Cai Yan come to his senses and heaved a sigh of relief. "But I..."

"It's normal for the queen to have such thoughts. You don't have to be nervous. If you have the heart, then go along with the flow and accept her favor. If you don't have the heart, no one can force you."

Cai Yan felt relieved.

"However, I also suggest that you go with you. The emperor Beishou, it is inevitable to deal with the Huns. You can help the emperor by knowing the Xiongnu language, which is impossible for others. It is not easy for them to understand some customs of the Huns. There are very few people who have really come into contact with the Huns and are proficient in the Huns language. The emperor has you alone, which is equivalent to having a historian and a translator at the same time, how convenient it is.”

Cai Yan looked at Tang Ji, hesitant to speak.

"Don't rush to make a decision." Tang Ji smiled and said, "Even if you don't think twice, it is necessary to think again."

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On the 28th of the twelfth lunar month, Yang Biao received the edict and rushed to the camp outside the city with Hu Chuquan.

Liu Xie led them up to the general platform and pointed.

"What does Shan Yu think of my cavalry?"

Hu Chuquan came all the way, a little out of breath, wheezing and wheezing, without thinking too much, followed Liu Xie's finger to look, he held his breath halfway, and there was a burst of gold stars in front of his eyes, and he almost fainted.

Under the platform stood six rows of cavalry, each with about fifty cavalry.

These cavalry are well-armored, holding halberds, swords and bows hanging on their waists, and two huge quiveres hanging on their horses.

The cavalryman's helmet covered his face, so he couldn't see his face, but he could feel the murderous look in his eyes.

The position of three hundred cavalry is not very large, but it is as majestic as a mountain, making people breathless.

"A...Jia Qi?" Hu Chuquan clenched his fists and slapped his chest hard, finally letting his breath go.

"Shanyu is still knowledgeable." Liu Xie grinned. "Is my cavalry worth using?"

Hu Chuquan spat and wanted to curse.

Worthy of use?Your armored cavalry is simply a killer, isn't it?

I've seen people showing off their wealth, but I've never seen you showing off your wealth like this.

There are indeed armored cavalry on the grassland, but firstly, there are not so many of them, and secondly, the equipment is not so refined and complete.Most of the armored cavalry used leather armor, and only powerful generals would be equipped with iron armor, and most of those armors were extremely rough, comparable to the armor worn by these armored cavalry in front of them.

I have heard for a long time that the Hedong Iron Officer is skilled, and today I finally saw it with my own eyes.

"Your Majesty has these armored cavalry, which can run across the grassland for thousands of miles." Hu Chuquan couldn't hide his envy.

"With Shan Yu's words, I feel relieved." Liu Xie said, "The three hundred armored cavalry were built by me with a lot of money, just to help Shan Yu succeed to the throne."

"Your Majesty's grace is immense, and I am so grateful that I can't repay it." Hu Chuquan broke out in a cold sweat from fright.

Whether the three hundred armored knights were prepared for those rebels or for him, he couldn't tell.

"It's easy to say." Liu Xie waved his hand in a calm manner. "Since Shanyu thinks it's useful, please go to Pingyang with me, gather your troops, and go to Meiji to suppress the rebellion."

Before Hu Chuquan could react, Yang Biao became anxious first. "Your Majesty, the New Year is approaching, how could His Majesty not be here?"

Liu Xie looked at Yang Biao. "The Huns were rebellious and could not be put down. How could they worship their ancestors and heaven? If they can behead the traitors and bring them back to their ancestors, what's the point even if it's a few days late?"

"Otherwise, governing the country is based on etiquette, and etiquette cannot be discarded."

"Xun Wenruo said the day before yesterday that governing the country with benevolence, holding the three-foot law and whipping all the people is like carving a boat to seek a sword, which is definitely not kingly. Did Da Honglu forget? How can the country be governed like this?

Yang Biao was about to say more, but the emperor said again: "If Dahonghe has a heart, he might as well think about how to settle down and educate the Xiongnu. If there is a big victory in this expedition, there will be tens of thousands of captives. Should they stay in Xihe for grazing, or introduce them to the east of the river?" Farming, can Da Honglu care about it?"

Yang Biao sighed and said, "Your Majesty, the place where soldiers live and die, how can your majesty's ten thousand chariots be ignored? I dare you to ask your majesty to discuss with the minister, and then move after making a decision."

"Didn't I discuss it with the Minister? Da Honglu suggested sending the Northern Army to Taiyuan the day before yesterday, and I agreed."

"Your Majesty, you didn't say you would send troops before the year, right?" Yang Biao wanted to cry but had no tears. "Your Majesty has a sudden idea. How can we prepare food, grass and supplies in time? The new year is approaching, how can the soldiers set off with peace of mind?"

Liu Xie sighed lightly.

"Da Honglu, there are tens of thousands of soldiers in the army, how many of them are from Hedong? The court is in distress, and they can't even pay their salaries. How will they live this year? Murderous intentions are born in your heart. Instead of this, it is better to lead the army to fight against the rebellion. This is the New Year, Anyi is uneasy, blood is flowing like a river, wouldn't changing the Yuan become a joke?"

Cold sweat broke out on Yang Biao's forehead, and he didn't dare to say any more.

The meaning of the emperor is very clear, if he is not allowed to go to Meiji to suppress the rebellion, he will kill people in Anyi.

Anyi also rebelled, but he was let off by Shi Sunrui, so that the emperor is now so stretched that he can't even pay his salary.

Liu Xie turned around and waved.

Someone came over and presented two sets of vests, human armor, bows and arrows, and swords.

"This is my New Year's gift to Shan Yu, and I hope Shan Yu will not be too cheap."

Liu Xie picked up the saber and pulled it halfway with a "swish". The sun shone on the bright blade, and Hu Chuquan's eyes were suddenly illuminated.

Hu Chuquan subconsciously raised his hand to cover his eyes, and it took him a while to get used to the light in front of him.

"Good knife!" Hu Chuquan praised.

This knife is not only exquisitely decorated, the blade is bright and cold, and it also has exquisite patterns.

One can tell at a glance that it is the famous Bailian Baodao of the Han Dynasty.

Liu Xie smiled slightly. "If it's not a good sword, why cut off the heads of the rebellious ministers and thieves?"

Chapter 247

Hu Chuquan was attracted by the treasured sword and watched it with relish.

Yang Biao felt his scalp go numb.

The emperor's murderous intent is very strong, if he is not allowed to go to Meiji, if he is really killing in Hedong, this new year will be too unlucky.

The more Yang Biao thought about it, the more uneasy he became. He found an excuse, left the imperial camp, and went straight to the prefect's mansion.

When he passed the Anyi County Temple, he stopped to take a look.

There were two cars parked in front of the door, and a few old men stood beside the car, chatting together.

Seeing Yang Biao approaching, they stopped and bowed in salute.Before Yang Biao walked away, they resumed their lazy appearance, leaning against the car and chatting.

Yang Biao was in no mood to pay attention to them, turned and left, and heard a few words from a distance.

"Who is that old man? Looks like an official."

"I don't know them, they are all beggars."

The attendant beside Yang Biao was immediately annoyed, and turned around to find an explanation, but Yang Biao stopped him.

Yang Biao looked down at his clothes.

The imperial court has not paid a salary for several years, and he has no money to buy new official uniforms, so he wears ordinary clothes when he is not working.He had just been moved to Dahonghe recently, and he couldn't wear the official uniform of the former Taiwei.

"I look like a beggar?"

The servant's face flushed with anger. "These slaves in the east of the river, who have eyes but no eyes, should be killed."

Yang Biao looked at the attendants. "You think so?"

The attendant was startled, and immediately said: "Mr. Yang, I am not the only one who thinks this way, many people think so."

Yang Biao sighed, turned and left, and walked faster.

When he came to the prefect's mansion, Yang Biao went straight into the atrium.Xun Yu was sending the two of them to the hall, when he saw that Yang Biao's expression was not right, he signaled his subordinates not to bring anyone in for the time being, and personally led Yang Biao to the hall.

"Mr. Yang, what's the matter?"

"The Son of Heaven wants to conquest Meiji himself, do you know?"

Xun Yu looked puzzled. "Isn't this just decided the day before yesterday? Mr. Yang, you also suggested that the Northern Army enter Taiyuan..."

"Your Majesty will set off before the year."

Xun Yu was stunned, thought for a while, and then said: "It seems that the Son of Heaven has discovered the opportunity to fight."

Yang Biao looked at Xun Yu in surprise. "Wen Ruo, the new year is approaching, the emperor, the ancestor worship, and the suburban ceremonies are all indispensable. At this time, we will go to war..."

Xun Yu looked at Yang Biao, and the corners of his mouth trembled.

"Duke Yang, the Xiongnu's rebellion will not only threaten the safety of Hedong, but it may also echo Jizhou. If it cannot be defeated as soon as possible, the entire Bingzhou will be ruled, and the imperial court will only have Hedong. How many years can it last?"

Yang Biao stared at Xun Yu, was silent for a while, nodded, and got up to leave.

"Wen Ruo, I understand. Extraordinary things must be treated by extraordinary people. We are all old, and whether the big man can be prosperous again depends on your younger generations."

"Mr. Yang's words, forgive me for not agreeing." Xun Yu stretched out his hand to stop Yang Biao. "Mr. Yang raised his voice, and everyone responded. It is comparable to the efforts of your son Dezu for several months. Although the younger generation is motivated, they cannot do without the advice of the old minister. To tell you the truth, Mr. Yang, I am going to ask you for advice."

"Are you asking me for advice?" Yang Biao laughed at himself, "Aren't you afraid of being misled by me?"

Xun Yu laughed and pulled Yang Biao back to his seat. "Mr. Yang, practicing the kingly way is not my responsibility alone, but the long-cherished wish of the entire Confucian school. But everyone in the Confucian school should do their part. The Hongnong Yang family passed down the scriptures to the family, and the four generations of important ministers, how can it be?" Can you stay out of it?"

"Okay, tell me." Yang Biao laughed. "What can stop you, Wang Zuozhi?"

Xun Yu put away his smile.

The Son of Heaven handed over Hadong to him, and specified that everyone in the [-] households could live and work in peace and contentment, which was hard for him.

It is actually not difficult for everyone to live and work in peace and contentment, as long as the taxes are light and the corvees are light.

Although the loss of household registration in Hedong is not as serious as it appears on the books, there is no doubt that there is surplus arable land.Not to mention the re-registration of the Baibo army, even if tens of thousands of Huns were captured after a year, Hedong would be able to accommodate them.

But it is difficult to support the imperial court, especially tens of thousands of troops.

The output of the land is limited. If the tax revenue is low, it will not be able to support the court and the army.With too much income, it is impossible to talk about living and working in peace and contentment.

Because of this matter, Xun Yu couldn't eat well or sleep well these days.

In desperation, he had to ask Yang Biao for advice.

Yang Biao rolled his eyes. "Has Liu Ba been here?"

Xun Yu's eyes flashed. "Did Yang ask him for something?"

"I'm not looking for him. I just think that you should have discussed it with him before you came to me. If you have an idea, but you can't make up your mind, you will discuss it with me."

Xun Yu clapped his hands and smiled. "Mr. Yang is wise."

"Hmph! This little trick of yours is all left over from our back then." Yang Biao curled his lips. "Tell me about your plans."

Xun Yu smiled. "Does Yang Gong still remember Zhao Qing and his son?"

"of course I remember."

"After Zhao Qing and his son, more than a thousand households successively came to donate food and join the army. In fact, most of them have no experience in fighting, but there are many young and strong. If they can stay and train, they will be able to do so in less than three years. Tens of thousands of elite soldiers."

Yang Biao's heart skipped a beat. "Are you going to turn the Baibo army into a military base?"

"Does Yang Gong think it's feasible?"

Yang Biao didn't speak, but there was excitement in his eyes.

Xun Yu's plan is good, if it can be implemented, Hedong will have at least [-] to [-] stable troops, and it will not require capital from the court.

Even better, this plan does not touch the roots of the Hedong clan, will not trigger group resistance, and resettles the common people who have lost their land.

For the generals of the Baibo Army, as long as they can get enough land, a little bit of hard work is acceptable.

Compared with occupying mountains and falling grass, this kind of life is much more stable.

"If it's a military settlement, how much rent will you charge?"

"Since it is an army station, it naturally does not collect rent or tax. But for the convenience of transfer, the military rations need to be stored in a centralized manner, which is tentatively set at tithe."

Yang Biao sneered: "So, you still hope to take the household registration from the Hedong family?"

Xun Yu smiled but did not answer.

The imperial court’s fixed land rent was tithe, but ordinary people actually paid much more than the tithe, so most of them barely survived.Once there is any natural or man-made disaster, there is no other way but to sell the land.

The proportion of the general's food collection is set at one tithe, and there is no extra charge. Ordinary people can accept it and welcome it.