On the eighteenth day of the twelfth lunar month, Pinghai Jiedushi Chen Hongjin and his family finally arrived in Beijing. Emperor Liu was accompanying Zhou Shufei in Qionglin Garden. When he heard about it, he summoned them to entertain him with a royal banquet. Regardless of the hardship of the journey, Chen Hongjin ordered people to bring gifts.
Go quickly.
Chen Hongjin, now forty-nine years old, made a good first impression on Emperor Liu. He had a long and thin face, thick beard, and a very upright demeanor. Looking at his respectful behavior, he unconsciously developed a good impression.
It can also be seen that Chen Hongjin was able to gain the trust and importance of Liu Congxiao, and was finally able to seize the military and political affairs of Zhangquan. This was an extraordinary person. He had his own talent and charisma, and he was in power for less than a year.
, the lives of the people under the rule were not affected at all, and they continued to be protected and nurtured.
When you like a person, you can't help but explain what he does. What you felt was wrong before can now be fully understood. And because of the previous dissatisfaction, you should be relieved.
After that, he felt "guilty" about it, so after a conversation, Emperor Liu's attitude towards Chen Hongjin was very friendly.
The goodwill released by the emperor also gradually calmed down Chen Hongjin's uneasy heart. Chen Hongjin was a character with both civil and military skills. He was good at reading, knowledgeable about military strategies, and had outstanding talents. He could be said to be an elite and influential figure of this era, outstanding.
Once I had the confidence in my mind, I became more and more appropriate when facing the emperor's inquiries. I could answer fluently, and told the situation of Zhangzhou and Quanzhou like a treasure. There was nothing hidden, including government affairs, officials, the army, household registration, land, finance and taxation, and even
Chen Hongjin was afraid that the customs and culture were not detailed enough. When he put these on the table, they were the capital to win the treatment he would enjoy after entering the court. Moreover, they were all things that the emperor was interested in. When he noticed Liu Chengyou's joy in his appearance,
When he was satisfied, Chen Hongjin knew he had made the right decision.
"Fujian can be said to have eight mountains, one water, and one farmland. Its most outstanding areas are Fuzhou and Zhangquan. Qing and Liu Gong managed Zhangquan for eighteen years, brought peace and security to the people, and protected the peace of the area. They have made great contributions!" Listen!
Feeling happy, Liu Chengyou became more and more comfortable, crossed his legs, moved his butt, and said to Chen Hongjin.
Upon hearing the question, Chen Hongjin hurriedly said humbly: "Your Majesty, your majesty is ridiculous. The contribution to the governance of Zhangquan was due to Liu Gong. How dare I dare to praise him in the same breath?"
"Hey!" Liu Chengyou smiled and said, "You don't have to be modest. Even if you follow good governance and make government affairs smooth and people's livelihood stable, it is still an achievement! There are fourteen counties, 112,300 households, and only Zhangquan Two
Prefectures and registered residences are more than what the imperial court gained from Hunan in the past. It is a great achievement for the imperial court to transfer it intact. Over the years, the imperial court has invested a lot of energy in governing Hunan, but it has always been limited by Dingkou.
It’s not enough…”
It can be felt that Emperor Liu's words came from the sincerity. Chen Hongjin laughed twice, rolled his eyes, cupped his hands and said: "This is also the hand of God's false ministers, who carefully manage the government, nurture the people, and treat China."
When the Lord of the Ming Dynasty comes out, he will bow down to you and obey the destiny!"
The core idea of Chen Hongjin's compliments was the insights of many knowledgeable people in the south. Emperor Liu felt very comfortable. He toasted to invite him and said with a smile: "Chong Qing's theory of destiny should be ignored. Please
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"Thank you, Your Majesty!" The emperor took the initiative to propose a toast. Chen Hongjin had a flattered expression on his face and drank the glass in both hands.
Although it was the first time for the monarch and his ministers to meet, they had a very pleasant conversation, and the warm atmosphere seemed to dispel the coldness of the winter. When the conversation started, Emperor Liu said to Chen Hongjin in a calm and peaceful manner: " I treat the world with sincerity and welcome the virtuous with my whole heart. Now that you have returned with your family, you will pay tribute and offer gifts. I am grateful in my heart and will not reciprocate. Please be at ease and don’t worry about others!"
This was a further reassurance for Chen Hongjin. Chen Hongjin felt this and stood up without hesitation, bowed his head and replied in a solemn tone: "I thank you!"
"Your Majesty, this journey involves floating on the sea and crossing water. It has traveled thousands of miles. I have been tired all the way. You were summoned by me before you could rest. It was a bit unreasonable! I have ordered people to build a building on the shore of Bian River. This is a mansion where you and your family can move and stay, rest in peace and relieve the fatigue of the journey." Liu Chengyou said to Chen Hongjin with a warm smile on his lips.
"Yes! Your Majesty is so considerate and thoughtful for me, I admire you from my heart!" Chen Hongjin responded. However, there was a little haze between his eyebrows. Before arriving in Kaifeng, he could have sent someone to inquire, but Li Yu sealed the deal on the day of the interview. Even Liu Yuan got the title of Marquis of Nanning. It was his turn. Although the emperor had always been gentle and gentle, if it was just such an arrangement, he would inevitably be disappointed.
However, he did not dare to express what he was holding back in his heart. Perhaps after hearing Chen Hongjin's thoughts, Emperor Liu added: "You are a man of both wisdom and courage, who understands the righteousness deeply, and can be regarded as the pillar of the country. Although you have come back to Tokyo, you still cannot You shouldn’t just go back and recuperate, and I won’t throw it away. You can live in Tokyo temporarily and get familiar with the customs. Soon, I will be employed!”
After hearing this, Chen Hongjin regained some of his energy. As the emperor, he would never agree easily. Perhaps Emperor Liu had other considerations.
After Chen Hongjin retreated, Concubine Zhou Shu, who had been waiting at the side, took the initiative to ask: "Guan family, do you want to cancel the banquet?"
"No need!" Emperor Liu smiled slightly, raised his hand and touched Madam Zhou's smooth cheek, and said, "You can have a few drinks with me!"
"Of course the official is in a good mood, he shouldn't drink too much. He has already overdosed today!" Madam Zhou advised. Her soft voice sounded like the sound of nature to the drunken Emperor Liu, tickling his heart.
"I am indeed happy today!" Liu Chengyou said: "It doesn't hurt to drink two more cups!"
As he spoke, Emperor Liu opened the album presented by Chen Hongjin, pointed to the area of Zhangquanzhou, and said: "Fourteen counties, 110,000 households, 630,000 people, how can this be such a fortune?" , I praise them for their achievements in governing Fujian, but this is not a compliment!"
Emperor Liu's face was full of energy, showing a different kind of charm. Infected by it, Concubine Zhou Shu stopped trying to persuade him and took the initiative to pour him wine. A bright smile appeared between her jade faces, which warmed the heart. She could do it. Yes, I can only be happy with the emperor.
Of course, Liu Chengyou was not a drinker. If he said he would drink two cups, he would drink two cups, and then he would engage in activities to decompress and relax. With the beauty in his arms and his excitement, he did not suppress his physical and mental desires at all, and soon he and Zhou Shufei I went to bed...
Regarding Chen Hongjin, Liu Chengyou made no false claims. After those exchanges, he really felt that this was a useful talent who was not too old and could be used.
On the other hand, Emperor Liu was also unexpectedly pleased with the Fujian region. The maturity of its development far exceeded Emperor Liu's imagination. And through Chen Hongjin's description, he realized that just like Jiangnan and Zhejiang, the Fujian region was in the past It has also made great progress in more than half a century.
It can be said that during the three dynasties of the late Tang Dynasty, under the leadership of the three Wang brothers, the Fujian region ushered in an unprecedented development. Under the leadership of Liu Congxiao, Zhangquan was further developed, with its large population and economic strength. Sheng is the proof.
If this is the case in Zhangquan, what about Fuzhou? If this is the case in Fujian, what about Yuhang in Zhejiang and Zhejiang?
After communicating with Chen Hongjin, Emperor Liu was even more looking forward to the arrival of King Qian Hongchu of Wuyue.
