Ancient natural disasters: The whole family traveled through time and was almost wiped out

Chapter 242

But when he returned to his own courtyard, he saw the people from Jingzhao Yin.

"Are you the owner of the house?" the visitor asked.

"Yes." Jiang Yipei replied: "What's the matter?"

The man looked at the clothes of Jiang Yipei and others, and looked at them for a few times before saying, "We are the Jingzhao Yin, and the ownership of the house is now under our control. This house has never been determined, and suddenly someone moved in. We need to register it, and take out the household registration and house deeds."

The attitude of the few people was quite good. After Jiang Yipei showed them the road permit and the house deed, he did not make things difficult for them. Jiang Yipei asked, "I see that no one lives in the house next door. I wonder if it has an owner?"

"It has an owner, but the owner doesn't live here anymore. If you want to rent or buy it, you need to go to Jingzhao Yin with the owner."

Houses with owners can be rented out with negotiation between the two parties, but unowned houses cannot.

"That's great, I... want to rent it!" Jiang Yipei originally wanted to say he wanted to buy it, but later changed his mind. After all, he was a meritorious official. It was not known what official position County Magistrate Chen would give him, but how could he be left without the house?

Now that housing in the capital is so strictly controlled, it is possible that they want to nationalize it and reward the officials after the new emperor registers it - as for the spoils of war, the Dasheng Kingdom will get the lion's share.

After contacting the landlord through the people of Jingzhao Yin, I made an appointment to go to Jingzhao Yin the next day. When we met, I realized that he was an acquaintance!

"Is it... Lord Jiang?" The owner of the house, Tian Zhen, was shocked.

Jiang Yipei stared at the slightly plump middle-aged man in front of him. It took him a while to match his name with a colleague in his memory: "Master Tian?"

Tian Zhen was a Yuwenlang in the Ministry of Revenue. Unlike Jiang Yipei, Tian Zhen was a native of the capital and came from the declining Earl of Yongyi's Mansion. By his generation, the title had come to an end.

But they still lived in the Earl's Mansion. Unexpectedly, there was a house next to their newly bought yard. It was true that a lean camel was bigger than a horse. Even if they were down and out, they still had some wealth.

Tian Zhen is also the only official who does not do much practical work. He just thinks about doing his job well and whether he can find an opportunity to make meritorious service and restore the glory of his ancestors. He has a good relationship with Jiang Yipei. The two people who do practical work usually communicate quite a lot.

"What's the point of renting? I'm just lending it to you to stay temporarily." Tian Zhen said simply, "It's just... Jiang Da... Brother Jiang, why did you come to the capital?"

Of course he knew that Jiang Yipei had resigned. The reason was hard to delve into, but it was a fact that he left the capital and returned to his hometown.

The current Da Sheng is badly damaged. Although the new emperor has taken a series of measures, people are used to being unsettled and it is not peaceful after all. If he remembered correctly, Jiang Yipei's family is from Qingzhou. How could he come all the way to the capital?

Jiang Yipei was under the command of Chen Nuo, and Tian Zhen really didn't know that he originally belonged to Chen Qi's side.

But ever since the capital city was in turmoil and Chen Qi's defeat became obvious, he took his family and began to hide away, and lived a really hard life for more than half a year.

Not until he heard that Chen Qi was dead, Chen Nuo had won a great victory and taken control of the capital, did he dare to return secretly with his family. He originally thought he would have to sleep on the streets, but he didn't expect that with his household registration and travel permit, he could actually get two houses back home!

What a pleasant surprise.

Jiang Yipei smiled and said, "The new emperor ascends the throne, and the whole world celebrates!"

"Oh~ It is confirmed. Let the whole world celebrate. Long live our emperor!!"

Tian Zhen knew that it would be impossible for him to regain his title, let alone become an official. After all, he had abandoned his master and fled for his life, which was a taboo for a monarch. He was a little worried at first, but since the new emperor returned the house that belonged to them to him, it meant that he would not take his life, and he would just live an ordinary life for the rest of his life.

After more than two years of civil war, Tian Zhen has become more open-minded. He believes that promotions and advancement are all fake, and only being alive is real - out of the sixty members of his family who fled the capital, only twenty managed to return home.

"That's embarrassing." Jiang Yipei evaded the question. After some negotiation, he finally rented the large house with three entrances and three exits for 15 taels of silver a month. It was big enough for people from Jiangjia Village to live in.

Fifteen taels of silver a month is really cheap. After all, prices are rising nowadays. Even if Chen Nuo orders to control the situation, the effect is not good. He can only take it step by step.

Uncle Chen brought people to clean up the small courtyard and the big house, and they moved in on the third day. The villagers wanted Jiang Yipei and his family to live in the big house, but Jiang Yipei and his family did not agree. Their family of four felt so free and comfortable living here.

Since I traveled through time, I have been surrounded by a large family wherever I go. When I lived in Lao Jiang's house, everyone had a yard, but once I went outside, it was really miserable.

After successfully checking in, Jiang Yipei took everyone to visit the ancient night market.

The curfew system of Dasheng was completely destroyed after more than two years of war. In the end, Chen Nuo did not restore the previous curfew system, but extended the curfew time appropriately. The curfew used to be at 7 o'clock, but now it is 9 o'clock, and he also strengthened control over public security.

So, after finishing their dinner, the group walked on the bright street, listening to the occasional hawkers' cries.

It was the first time for the people of Jiangjia Village to go shopping at night. They were happy even if they didn’t want to buy anything. The only thing they were worried about was the children. They pulled the children and told them to follow the adults: “Don’t run around. Follow the adults. Watch out for the beetle swatter who might take you away.”

……

After Jiang Yipei had recuperated for a few days, Chen Nuo sent someone to invite him into the palace.

After Eunuch Cheng led Jiang Yipei to the carriage, he followed beside the carriage and said, "His Majesty missed you very much and had sent people to wait at the city gate a long time ago. Originally, he wanted to summon you as soon as you arrived in Beijing, but he also thought that you were tired from the journey and didn't want to be tired. Today, he estimated that you have recovered, so he sent me to summon you to the palace as soon as possible."

Eunuch Cheng is a loyal man who has taken care of Chen Nuo since he was a child. He is a person Chen Nuo trusts very much. The fact that he was allowed to come in person to invite Jiang Yipei shows how much Chen Nuo values ​​him. As for what Eunuch Cheng meant by all the words he said, Jiang Yipei did not want to guess the deeper meaning.

The reason for cooperating with Chen Nuo was, firstly, for the whole family to live a good life, and secondly, because his character was indeed suitable for being a wise ruler. During the two years of war, Jiang Yipei also witnessed his ruthlessness and kindness.

Jiangnan did not want to start the rebellion so early at first, because although the situation in Dasheng was bad, it was not that bad. Jiangnan wanted to wait and recover the country after the chaos. But Chen Nuo did not agree. He felt that it would be easiest to wait until the people could no longer survive before becoming the savior. But by doing so, what was the difference between him and the old emperor, Chen Qi and others?

Chen Nuo summoned Jiang Yipei to the Qinzheng Hall where government affairs were handled. His desk was filled with memorials. His eye sockets were deep and his dark circles could not be hidden. Although he was happy to see Jiang Yipei come in, he could not muster any energy at all. He was really too tired.

"Brother Jiang!" Chen Nuo called him as before. Seeing that he didn't respond, he felt a little aggrieved: "I go to court every day to review memorials, but I gave you a long vacation of more than a month. That's enough! You've rested long enough, come back to court quickly! Look at how many memorials I have..."

Jiang Yipei said quickly: "Your Majesty, there will be ministers to help you with your worries!"

There is no point in this class, Emperor!

Stay away from all work!

Chen Nuo came over and said, "Those old ministers are used to playing it safe, and they are not efficient enough! They have to discuss several rounds before a small matter can be decided! Brother Jiang, really, come back and help me! Can you bear to see me die in the pile of memorials without even holding the succession ceremony?"

Jiang Yipei: “…”

Brother, you are the emperor now, please be mindful of your status when speaking!

He cupped his hands and said politely: "Your Majesty, you are being too serious. If the old ministers are not capable, just promote the young ones, mark the roads, and let them execute them according to the standards."

"Then who will draw these lines? I'm just one person, how much can I take care of?" Chen Nuo looked at him.

Look at him.

To see him!

Jiang Yipei: “…”

He realized that the talk about "no people" was all fake. Even though the emperor had a large number of employees under him, it did not stop him from still wanting him to work for him.

With such a huge family business, who would complain about having too many workers?

Jiang Yipei's expression was about to crack: "Chen - Your Majesty, why do you have to keep staring at me? I really have limited abilities! I can't be your high official! Besides - I was injured during the two years of war, and I need to recuperate!"

"Don't give me that." Chen Nuo didn't buy it. "We eat and live together, how could I not know if you are injured?"

Over the past two years, Chen Nuo has become more confident in Jiang Yipei's character. He is capable and kind-hearted, and he really wants to work for the people. He does not have so many conflicts of interest in his heart, and his circle is really pure. With him around, many policies can be implemented quickly.

The country is fortunate to have you!

Even the people in Jiangnan are not as good as him, because there are many conflicts of interest between the families in Jiangnan, and sometimes they get entangled and hesitant.

Chen Nuo grabbed Jiang Yipei's hand and said, "Brother Jiang! I promise you, when our Dasheng is through this most difficult time, I will make you Marquis Xiaoyao, give you a fiefdom, and let you live freely."

Jiang Yipei wanted to break free, but he couldn't. How could a civil official like him compete with a martial emperor!

Really are--

I am not attracted by Chen Nuo's conditions at all, thank you!

Once he agreed, his hard career as an official would begin. First he would have to go through hardships, then his life would be stable, and then he would strive for a well-off life!

In short, agreeing means the beginning of the game. Once the game starts, the decision to stop it is no longer in your hands.

The scariest thing is that once you start, you may not want to end it.

You've worked so hard and finally achieved some results. Aren't you afraid that once you leave, the new person in charge will destroy your foundation?

Ah, so annoying!

Jiang Yipei shook his hands.

Seeing that the negotiation failed, Chen Nuo did not force him and let him go back.

Jiang Yipei thought that this matter would be over until he received the first, second, third and Nth summons from His Majesty the Emperor -

Chen Nuo never forced him hard every time, nor did he say things like "I will kill you if you don't agree". He just persuaded him kindly. Jiang Yipei refused repeatedly, but he didn't get angry. He sent him home kindly. However, he summoned him again after half a day, a day, or two days, which made Jiang Yipei very annoyed!

If he wasn't the emperor now, living in the palace, and guarded by imperial guards, Jiang Yipei would really curse -

You are a scabby guy!

He seems easy to talk to, but in fact he won’t give up until he achieves his goal!

Jiang Yipei dared to assert that if he left the capital at this time, Chen Nuo would definitely send someone to persuade him, stop him, and force him to come back!

What?

So worried!

finally--

The day before the emperor ascended the throne, Jiang Yipei closed his eyes and was only willing to accept the position of Left Vice Minister of Works - his previous superior, the Left Vice Minister of Works, had died, and he took over the position, while the Right Vice Minister of Works and the Minister of Works were still there, still in their original positions.

Although no official decree had been issued yet, the news spread like wildfire to the ears of various officials.

Since then, the name Jiang Yipei has become famous throughout the government and the country.

It really is the case that the latecomers are better than the last!

A fifth-rank official who resigned due to a mistake suddenly jumped several levels to become a third-rank official. What kind of incense was burned at his ancestral grave? Please share with me!

Of course, some people were indignant, but they dared not show anything. After all, everyone in the court knew that His Majesty had summoned him every day during this period.

Before fully understanding the character of the new emperor, officials had to restrain themselves even if they felt sick to their stomachs. After all, many officials were old ministers of the previous dynasty and had no feelings for the new monarch. If the emperor wanted to chop them off, it would be easier than drinking a sip of water!

Who doesn’t feel insecure?

How dare I create trouble for myself?

Later, they learned from insiders that he had accompanied Chen Nuo in the expedition, and the generals in the military camp all knew that the relationship between His Majesty and him was so good that they didn't seem like a monarch and his subject. They spoke very casually, and sometimes His Majesty would even apologize to him when he said something wrong!

Ah this——

From then on, no one dared to criticize him, and even the Minister of Works would ask him for advice when he was unsure about something.

Chen Nuo's coronation ceremony was not very grand. It was kept simple in accordance with ancestral rules. After all, in today's environment, the emperor should set an example and not waste money.

Worshiping the fields and ancestral temples is the act of enthroning.

Chen Nuo's mother, Princess Qin, was named Queen Dowager, and his wife was named Queen.

He has two sons and one daughter, all of whom are the queen's legitimate children. The eldest son is twelve years old, the second daughter is eight years old, and the youngest son is three years old.

Chen Nuo did not take a concubine, so the harem was empty. It was unknown whether it would be filled with new people in the future.

Next came the enthronement of ministers. Jiang Yipei was granted the title of Left Vice Minister of the Ministry of Revenue, and was given the title of Marquis - Xiaoyao Marquis, and was awarded a mansion. His wife Jiang Suying was granted the title of a third-rank lady of imperial edict. His mother Yang was also granted the title of a third-rank lady of imperial edict, and was awarded a phoenix coronet and a bridal robe (which was still owed and had not been issued yet). His daughter Jiang Xiaomi was made a county princess, and enjoyed the fief of Luoshui County in Qingzhou.

In other words, all the taxes paid by Luoshui County belong to Jiang Xiaomi!

Frog Fun——

Who can stand this!

Jiang Xiaomi knelt straight up suddenly. What? After kneeling for two hours, her knees hurt? Her waist hurt? Not happening! Not happening at all!

She needs to think carefully about how to increase the income of the entire county!

If the county’s income is high, the taxes will be high!

High taxes = Jiang Xiaomi’s own income is high!