Troubled Times Survival Raiders

Perhaps it was because of Shen Yu's intentions that touched the heavens. In the first year of Ming Xuan's reign, there were reports of good harvests from all over the performances about the autumn harvest.Among them, the fine varieties cultivated by Shen Yu have achieved the highest yield per mu.

Wu Junyi was also overjoyed to receive a stalk of rice with six ears and nine ears from various prefectures and counties. Even the auspicious omens of previous years are now so much, isn't it great joy?He first ordered all localities to reduce taxes by one cent—there were more harvests, and the tax cuts were more than last year. He also praised the officials in charge of promoting improved varieties at the court meeting.

The rest of the officials, especially Zhang Qin, Minister of the Ministry of Household Affairs, were equally happy when they were not praised.A bumper harvest means that the treasury can finally be filled temporarily.It pleased him more than any compliment.

After commending these people, Wu Junyi did not forget the biggest hero.

"Bojin, thanks to you this time—" In Wenyuan Pavilion, there were still two familiar people.Wu Junyi had a few harvest memorials in his hand, and he took the initiative to bring the memorials that were strictly forbidden to be shown to Shen Yu, "Shannan East Road, West Road, Huainan Road...these places that were affected by the disaster last year also had a bumper harvest. It's all about you After all, what reward do you want?"

Shen Yu shook her head. "Since the seeds were presented in the name of the farmers before, how can the minister jump out and claim credit for the harvest now?"

"Who dares to say that you are taking the credit?" Wu Junyi's expression turned a little cold, as if anyone who dared to say such a thing would immediately ask someone to drag him out and behead him.

Shen Yu patted his arm comfortingly. "In terms of changing positions, if someone else is like this, even if I don't know how to perform, I will inevitably think so. I don't think it's a big deal, and your majesty doesn't have to worry about it. I... will earn the credit back of."

Maybe it was the last sentence that made a difference, Wu Junyi's face brightened up.

"I remember all your achievements." He said slowly. "I know everything in my mind."

In this case, the Autumn Society Festival is more solemn than in previous years: from the palace to the folk, pigs and sheep are slaughtered everywhere, and kidneys, belly lungs, duck cakes and seasonings are blended together to make social meals for guests.

The autumn society sacrifice is the highlight.Shen Yu also followed to join in the fun.The farmer tied a red ribbon around his waist and beat gongs and drums.A dozen strong boys carried the heaviest pigs and geese to the shrine to offer sacrifices.In the shrine, the old witch presided over the sacrifices, reported the good year, and thanked the gods of the shrine.

After the sacrifice, the old witch distributed the wine and meat to the people. As usual, the rice was scattered in the barren garden, so that the evil spirits in the underworld could also share a bite of the food.

However, Shen Yu felt that this was a bit of a waste, so she gently persuaded: "If you spread it like this, the food will be dirty, and it will be cheap for the birds. In my opinion, it is better to give alms to the abandoned children. After all, you must have enough food in the world before you can think about it." Hades."

Shen Yu is also an official, the most important thing is that he is still a champion, so what he said is naturally very convincing.The farm households listened to him and distributed the communal food to the abandoned children, and they couldn't wait to barbecue pork in front of the shrine and celebrate the harvest with communal wine.

The whole court was full of jubilation. At this time, the envoys from Nanliang Kingdom and Dai Kingdom arrived in Nandu.

According to the Xuanqing Covenant, on the surface, Daqi, Nanliang, and Dai are all brother states.But in fact, when Xianbei people walk on the road, they will still attract the attention of others, and they will be cautious and watchful.Honglu Temple sent people to receive them, and invited the envoys to live in the Sifang Pavilion.

Under the guise of congratulating Wu Junyi on his succession, these envoys had no choice but to order a banquet in the palace to entertain the envoys.

The Jinshen Hall is resplendent with gold and jade green, and at the two ends of the long table are Wu Junyi with a solemn expression, He Liuhun and Helian, the heads of envoys from Nanliang and Dai Kingdom.On both sides of the long table are Daqi's important ministers and other envoys accompanying them.Outside the long table, all the officials were seated in formal attire.

Because the envoys of Xianbei were older and younger, Wu Junyi deliberately arranged a position closer to the new Jinshi in order to show that the men of Daqi were not inferior to Xianbei.

This time was decided after many discussions between the Ministry of Rites and Honglu Temple.Wu Junyi was very dissatisfied, what qualifications does a mere envoy have to sit on an equal footing with him?But Jia Shengde insisted on reasoning, saying that He Liuhun is the prince of Nanliang, and Helian is also an important minister of the country, so they should not be neglected easily.

"Since Daqi and the two countries have become a brotherly state, we must show sincerity. Otherwise, wouldn't it be a joke to spread the word about such a big country?"

The officials of the Ministry of Rites also want to show face to this old prime minister who has gone through two dynasties and is as stable as Mount Tai, so they decided on the current plan.

Wu Junyi lost his temper several times behind his back. "How did the people in the barbarian land become some kind of princes? How many men like Helian have killed me, such people, let me respect them?"

If Wu Junyi was only dissatisfied this time, then the issue of rewards made him furious.

"These envoys are only here to fight the autumn wind. Give them more gold, silver and satin, and let them say a few words in front of Xianbei Khan. Wouldn't it save effort and avoid trouble?"

Such shameless remarks were actually made by the prime minister of a country, Wu Junyi couldn't believe his ears, but the other officials present nodded in a serious manner

At that moment, Wu Junyi felt extremely desperate.These are the officials of Daqi.He tried his best not to think that this was someone his father had trusted, and said coldly: "Prepare according to the practice of envoys from other countries in the past, and I will talk about the palace banquet after seeing them."

The memories came to an abrupt end, Wu Junyi held the wine glass, and said with a smirk: "The envoys have traveled thousands of miles to congratulate, it's hard work. I wear heavy filial piety, and replace wine with tea. Don't blame everyone."

Most of these envoys can speak Chinese, and their names are transliterated from Xianbei, and the pronunciation is strange.Moreover, the men's hair was disheveled and tied into small braids. In the eyes of Daqi officials, this was an extremely corrupt custom.

Hearing Wu Junyi's words, He Lian stood up first: "His Majesty the Great Qi Emperor..."

The officials of Daqi raised their eyebrows in dissatisfaction.Shen Yu, on the other hand, had heard before that Xianbei people only respect the strong, and He Liuhun, who regards you as a prince, has no right to speak in front of Helian.

This may be an opportunity for them.Shen Yu tapped her robe with her fingers one after another.

"...On behalf of the leader of the Xianbei tribe, Tan Shihuai, the Eagle of the Grassland, I would like to extend my greetings to you." He finished greeting, but the expressions of the people around him changed.

"Bold! How can your Majesty claim me in front of you!" Li Qi blurted out and reprimanded.

The officials of Honglu Temple were also sweating profusely. They had indeed taught these envoys etiquette before, but the other party seemed that the visitors were not kind, and what they taught and what they said was of no use.

"Don't be rude." Wu Junyi lightly stopped Li Qi. "The visitor is a guest, please sit with Master Lian."

But He Lian didn't sit down immediately, but continued to smile and said in blunt Chinese: "Your Majesty also wants to remind you that he made an alliance with your father in the past and became brothers, and now there are still ten years to go." Expect."

Saying this sentence, Wu Junyi himself was already furious without the need for others to react.

But he still maintained his superficial demeanor, "Thank you, my lord envoy, for your reminder, please sit down." It's just that the tone at the end of his speech was unavoidably a little tough.He just kept reminding himself: now is not the time to go to war, wait a few more years until the national treasury is full and the army is strong.

Fortunately, compared to Helian, Prince He Liuhun of Nanliang is much more polite.His Chinese language is also better than He Lian's, "Little Wang He Liuhun was ordered by the king of Nanliang Kingdom to meet His Majesty the Emperor of Daqi, congratulate His Majesty on his enthronement, and wish the friendship between the two countries last forever."

After finishing the routine, Wu Junyi announced the start of the banquet.

The Ministry of Etiquette in Jianning Dynasty was already quite experienced in arranging banquets, but considering the preferences of Emperor Ming Xuan, they replaced it with pure beauties performing dances.

But no matter what, the silk and bamboo orchestra played together, and all the women performing the dance were beauties, with graceful dancing postures and soft manners, which was still a sight to feast the eyes on.

After all, their majesty is still keeping their filial piety, so they only participate in this palace banquet out of necessity, and it should not be too extravagant.

Wu Junyi looked passable, and when he was thinking about how to get rid of these envoys, Helian spoke again.

He was playing with the wine cup in one hand, his eyes looked hazy, but they were actually shining brightly. "These songs and dances are soft and greasy, meaningless. From my point of view, the wrestling of our prairie men is the most vigorous. I don't know if the men in Daqi have the same courage?"

This is setting a trap for them, but this trap is difficult to avoid, and it cannot be avoided.Wu Junyi had already sounded the alarm in his heart, and heard a person answer first: "I wish to ask for my life!"

But he is a young Jinshi.He still knew Xinke Tanhualang and Chen Hongpeng.

"Master Chen is a civil servant, and he specializes in arts. I'd better call a bodyguard." Wu Junyi was a little worried.He had a good impression of Chen Hongpeng, and he didn't want his pretty face to be ruined.

However, Chen Hongpeng's attitude unexpectedly insisted, "I have a little knowledge of martial arts, please do not worry, Your Majesty."

Wu Junyi sighed secretly, showing a gratified expression: "Since this is the case, please invite the envoys of the two countries to also elect a representative to decide the outcome. But as far as it goes, don't hurt anyone."

"Your Majesty is indeed very magnanimous. But this lord looks pretty, just like our Xianbei girl." He Lian laughed and called one of them to stand up.That person is tall, burly and very strong, and looks a head taller than Chen Hongpeng.

The servants quickly cleared up a field big enough for two men to wrestle.The courtiers on Daqi's side did not expect Tanhualang to end in person.Shen Yu was deeply worried about her colleagues.

But Chen Hongpeng's complexion did not change, he walked out of the banquet and saluted beside Wu Junyi.The way he looked at the Xianbei warrior was also cold.

The Xianbei warrior suddenly took off his shirt, revealing his muscular muscles.

"Rude!" "How could you be so rude!"

There was a burst of whispering, and He Lian said: "Our Xianbei men are so informal, but this Daqi lord, isn't he afraid that he won't be able to use this suit?"

"Don't worry, please." Chen Hongpeng said politely and very coldly.

After the warrior Gaba Gaba moved his finger bones, he looked at Chen Hongpeng's small body, which was much thinner than him, and stared at him. After a while, he laughed contemptuously, and his huge body rushed towards him!

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For the description of Qiushe, refer to the Song Dynasty Volume of the General History of Chinese Customs.