In late May, it has reached Xiaoman. In the slightly scattered wheat fields in various states in the Central Plains, the wheat grains have gradually become full and mature, and are about to enter the summer harvest period. Different from this, there are patches of spring-planted millet, which are beginning to grow vigorously.
This is the result of the emperor's repeated instructions to the imperial court and prefectures and counties to manage agriculture.
It is an incentive policy, a burden reduction measure, a punishment for bad officials, and a crackdown on banditry. After so long, the people who have endured the pain of chaos and are still suffering have finally seen a little hope.
On the outskirts of Zhongmu County, an old farmer wearing a bamboo hat walked out from his several-acre wheat field with his descendants, and then went to see the growth of the millet. He looked up at the increasingly hot sun, felt the dryness in the air, and glanced again
The dry soil around the eyes, the old face with crisscrossed ravines, and a trace of concern can't help but appear in the hope: "It's hard to grow awns..."
This is obviously a farmer with rich farming experience, who has foreseen that there may be problems during summer planting. According to common sense, rainfall increases after Xiaoman, but perhaps it is affected by the drought in Hebei, and it rains all the time.
It rained, but not much.
He sighed heavily, but looking at his dozens of acres of fields, he smiled cheerfully. He hunched over his body, called his sons and grandsons, got into the fields, and tended the millet fields. This is the season when the crops need careful care.
when.
The price of food in Tokyo has finally dropped, perhaps because the summer harvest is approaching, or because the food easily obtained from Jingnan and Shu are being imported one after another, and the government continues to announce the matter. The food in Jingnan has been discussed for three reasons.
More than 10,000 hu of dendrobium were successively put into the Tokyo market to stabilize grain prices. Of course, except for the 3,000 hu of dendrobium as "tribute grain", the rest had to be purchased by the court at the expense of gold and silver.
As for the food from Hou Shu, it is still being transported over a long distance, but the quantity is large. After some emergency negotiations, Meng Chang, the leader of Shu, agreed to exchange prisoners and spent 10,000 bushels of rice to redeem the defeated soldiers of the Shu army. In addition,
Another 100,000 hu of rice grain was approved. Meng Chang had been planting land in Liangchuan for more than ten years and received 100,000 hu of rice grain without blinking an eye.
Of course, the price was that the Han Dynasty and Hou Shu signed a contract. The two countries ceased war and repaired, resumed normal diplomatic exchanges, and officially recognized the four states of Qin and Fengjie as belonging to the Shu Kingdom. For the sake of food, Liu Chengyou also pinched his nose and was willing to take charge of the negotiations.
Wang Jun agreed. The contract was signed to be torn up. Furthermore, Qin and Feng Sizhou could not get it back for the time being.
In Bian Palace, a new Guanjia Palace was added, which was renamed from the old palace. From its name, we can know that it was a show-off to show that the emperor attached great importance to farming.
In front of the hall, there is just a vegetable field for the time being, with two rows of eggplants and beans planted sparsely. Liu Chengyou put on a pair of coarse cloth clothes, with a bamboo hat on his head, and took care of it slowly. This is all his work as a farmer.
Planted by myself under guidance.
Beside him, Yang Bin and other ministers stood silently beside him, watching Liu Chengyou's show.
"Xiao Man is about to pass and the summer harvest is approaching. The imperial court wants to urge the subordinate Daozhou counties to prepare for harvesting grain and rice. It has been hard work for more than half a year to plant in autumn and harvest in summer. There cannot be any problems with this joint!" Liu Chengyou squatted down.
He held a small hoe and dug weeds while giving instructions to the ministers beside him.
"Yes. Your Majesty, please rest assured!" Yang Yan calmly watched Liu Chengyou's movements and responded in a deep voice.
Are you at ease? If he was really at ease, he would not make such gestures. He would not leave the farm work for a few words when discussing politics on weekdays. During this period of time, Liu Chengyou has really been focusing on farming.
"The care and management of summer planting and spring plowing grain must not be relaxed. Officials in various states and counties must be clearly informed to make proper arrangements and preparations!" Liu Chengyou warned again as he stood up.
After pondering for a while, Liu Chengyou's brows showed a little sadness again, and said: "Recent rainfall has been light and the weather is unusual. I heard that it is not conducive to summer planting. All states in the Central Plains should also be prepared for drought!"
"Yes!" Li Tao lowered his hands and bowed, saying deeply: "Your Majesty is concerned about the national economy and people's livelihood, and does not forget the farming season. I admire you!"
Liu Chengyou waved his hand, wiped the stain on his forehead, raised his eyes to the north, and suddenly asked: "How is the drought in Hebei?"
"According to the reports from various states urging farmers, there are signs of worsening!" Dou Zhengu's tone sounded a little heavy: "If there is no change, the harvest this summer and autumn will inevitably fail! If it gets worse, there may even be a food shortage!"
Hearing this, Liu Chengyou's movements obviously stagnated for a moment, and then he sighed sadly: "Hebei has too much time to take care of itself. It seems that we can't rely on food from the north this year!"
During the discussion, the chamberlain hurried to the front of the palace, took a few breaths, and then called: "The official family."
"What's the matter?" Liu Chengyou glanced at him with an unhappy look on his face.
"Cuifang Palace has come to report that Concubine Shu has given birth!" Frightened by Liu Chengyou's gaze, the chamberlain quickly reported.
After saying this, Liu Chengyou looked relieved, and the surrounding ministers all congratulated: "Congratulations, Your Majesty!"
"I'd like you to help all the ministers to implement the farm work!" After saying this, Liu Chengyou quickly returned to the palace to clean up the dust, put on some clothes, and hurried to Cuifang Palace.
Cuifang Hall has become the busiest place in the entire palace in a short period of time. As Concubine Geng gave birth to her son, the inside and outside of the hall fell into a tense and busy situation.
The sun has set in the west, and the dim yellow light shines on the temple, covering it with a layer of brilliance, but under the brilliance, it is depressing and heavy.
In the inner room, Geng's heart-wrenching moans of pain could be heard intermittently. From it, one could feel a sense of exhaustion. It had been more than three hours. For a normal delivery, it was not a long time. But what Geng encountered happened to be something other than that.
Dystocia.
In the palace, Liu Chengyou sat behind the couch with a dull expression on his face, motionless. Even though he appeared calm, he was inevitably anxious in his heart. After all, she was his beloved concubine and his first heir.
After receiving the news, Queen Mother Li, Queen Fu and Imperial Concubine Gao rushed over one after another. They all stayed aside at this moment, with anxious expressions on their faces.
Dafu sat next to Liu Chengyou, listening to Geng's moans of pain from time to time, and she felt frightened. Seeing Liu Chengyou's face with pain, she couldn't help but hold his hand and comforted him softly: "Guan, it will be fine... ....”
"Yeah." Liu Chengyou responded.
After another half an hour, Mrs. Wen, who delivered the baby, stepped out, her face full of exhaustion and her body full of "bloody energy". She reported to Ms. Li and Liu Chengyou in a deep voice that Mr. Geng was weak and her situation was not optimistic.
"Having a child is so troublesome! Could it be that you didn't try your best?" Liu Chengyou slammed the table and finally burst out, his tone was stern, his eyes were fierce, and there was murderous intent.
His reaction immediately filled the palace with awe, and Po Wen couldn't help but tremble.
"Erlang!" Seeing this, Mr. Li stood up and called Liu Chengyou in time.
"The officials are worried. Don't be nervous. Go back to the delivery room and continue assisting with the delivery. You must ensure the safety of Concubine Shu and the prince!" Mrs. Li comforted Po Wen in a gentle voice, showing her kindness and power.
Looking at Liu Chengyou, Li Shi thought for a moment, walked up to him, and said in a comforting tone: "Erlang, you can't help much here. Let's go back to Chuigong Hall for the time being. You still need to handle the important affairs of the government. Here, leave it to me!"
Looking up at Mrs. Li, his mother's gaze made him widen a little. He couldn't control his temper towards Mrs. Li, and turned his head to look at the delivery room. Geng's moans of pain had become weaker, and he seemed to have exhausted all his strength. generally.
Taking a deep breath, Liu Chengyou solemnly bowed to Mrs. Li: "Please give me a kiss, mother."
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After speaking, with a hint of anxiety, Liu Chengyou left slowly.
"You guys should go back to the palace too!" After Liu Chengyou left, Mrs. Li looked at Dafu and Mrs. Gao who were a little confused and ordered.
The two women looked at each other, not daring to say anything, and responded: "Yes!"