When Liu Chengxun returned to the court this time, Emperor Liu naturally sent a summons. After a little beating, Emperor Liu regained his kindness, smiled slightly, and said: "Let's talk about business!"
"I respectfully listen to the holy edict!" Hearing this, Liu Chengxun suddenly became solemn.
Seeing this, Emperor Liu immediately waved his hand and said softly: "Don't be so serious, relax! It's not a big deal. In recent years, the Han Dynasty has become increasingly close to overseas, especially the exchanges with Southeast Asian countries, which have become more frequent.
, you should know something about such matters!"
Hearing Emperor Liu mention this, Liu Chengxun immediately became concerned, and secretly pondered Emperor Liu's intentions. He recalled some situations about Nanyang in his mind, organized his words, and then said: "I am not very familiar with Nanyang affairs.
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However, during the two years in Jiangning, many overseas businessmen came to do business, and there were also many local business travelers who organized fleets to go south. From their mouths, they got a first glimpse of what Nanyang looked like.
Its territory is vast, with many island countries and a mixture of barbarians. However, it is mostly a barbaric land that is still uncivilized and does not know etiquette. However, the local climate is warm, the four seasons are not clear, and the products are abundant. Rice is often grown three or even four times a year.
Well done. This is one of the reasons why the merchants of the Han Dynasty enthusiastically went south for trade and colonization!
It is said that in Nanyang, seeds can be sown without much preparation, let alone intensive cultivation, and they can wait for harvest. It is a pity and sigh to think that such a precious land has fallen into the hands of a barbaric land!
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"You are right!" After listening to his eloquent talk, Emperor Liu nodded and said: "Although it is a land outside of civilization, it is an out-and-out treasure land, even better than most of the land in the Han Dynasty. Of course, without civilization,
It also means that you don’t accept Wang Hua.”
Liu Chengxun immediately echoed: "I have also heard about the war at Sri Buddha Qi. However, the king's army went south and was invincible. After this lesson, with humble words and generous courtesy, and in a hurry to make peace, that small barbarian country should also be at peace!"
"I don't care whether he sincerely seeks peace, whether he is willing to surrender, or whether he is subdued by military force. It doesn't matter. I only care about whether the Han Dynasty can maintain its majesty over other countries, whether it can continue to manage Nanyang, and whether the Han Dynasty merchants and people can maintain it.
Whether the exploration of Nanyang can last long, it is a good thing that benefits the country and the people, and it is also a century-old plan of the imperial court!" Emperor Liu said resolutely.
"I often think about the rise and fall of dynasties in the past. The reason for the cycle of chaos is land. Especially in the late dynasty, the land conflict of more people and less land is the fundamental problem of chaos. Coupled with the inevitable land annexation, it is even more
It aggravates the conflict.
The Han Dynasty had been a country for more than thirty years and had spent thirty years of recuperation and health gatherings. Now there are similar signs. Although the imperial court strictly implemented immigration to the border several times, it only delayed this trend.
However, according to reports from the Wude Division and other places, the population of southern Daozhou has surged, almost double what it was before unification, but there is only so much land for work.
In the past, I have formulated many policies to restrict land annexation and increase taxes on land transactions. The purpose is to allow the people of the Han Dynasty to have land to grow, food to eat, and enough food and clothing for the people, so they will naturally not resist the rule of the imperial court.
However, after all, these are temporary solutions and improvements, and whether they can be sustained and how long they can last is also debatable. When I am in office, my superiors and subordinates dare not disobey them and can reluctantly implement them.
But what happens after me? Can the king who succeeds me, or even the king who has separated the generation, resolutely implement it? Even if he can actually follow it, will he still have the ability and prestige to stick to it despite the changing times? I don’t feel at ease about this.
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Having said this, Emperor Liu paused and looked at Liu Chengxun's reaction. Not to mention his serious expression, Emperor Liu was very satisfied with his extremely serious listening attitude.
Taking another sip of tea, Emperor Liu continued: "Over the years, I have repeatedly thought about this matter, intending to find a solution. However, due to my limited ability and limited ability, I have not been able to find a radical solution.
After much deliberation, in the end, we can only continue to forge ahead and use the sword of the Han Dynasty to fight for more land for the Han people to survive and cultivate. Let the land of the Han Dynasty be enough to support the surge in population.
Regardless of the eastward expedition or the westward expedition, in addition to consolidating border defenses, the fundamental purpose is this. However, although the western land is vast, it is densely covered with sand and moraines, and the land is mostly barren and the roads are far away. The eastern land is fertile, but it is actually bitter, cold, difficult and remote.
Compared with the two, the land of Nanyang is uniquely endowed with great potential, and it is also the place of hope for the Han Empire and its people.
In the future, if there is insufficient land in the country, then Nanyang is the best place for immigrants to eat, and it is the best way to transfer conflicts and ease the crisis of Han rule!
Even I know that this is still not a permanent solution, but it is the best strategy I can think of. I don't have that extravagant hope for thousands of generations, but if it can prolong the country, it is still worth the effort.
Therefore, even if it is for the national destiny of the Han Dynasty, the development of Nanyang cannot be stopped, and we must even increase investment to encourage and support those business travelers who are not afraid of hardships and are enterprising!"
"Your Majesty has extraordinary knowledge, far-reaching vision, and magnificence. I am deeply impressed by him!" Hearing Emperor Liu speak such a grand statement, Liu Chengxun looked dumbfounded. After being slightly shocked, he immediately shot out a string of rainbow farts.
Of course, his surprise was not fake. Emperor Liu's words really revealed too many things, and his focus was also profound. Many things were things that ordinary people would not dare to think about.
Even if he dared to think about it, he did not dare to bring it up. Only Emperor Liu could say it. At the same time, his impression of Nanyang was only limited to words such as remoteness, wilderness, and fertile land. Many Han people who traveled to Nanyang for business learned from it.
It was not a bandit's benefit, but he never expected that Emperor Liu would take it so seriously and even link it to the national destiny of the Han Dynasty.
Although he echoed his words and praised Emperor Liu for his far-reaching vision and extraordinary knowledge, from a real point of view, he felt that his exaggeration was exaggerated and even a bit unreliable.
Emperor Liu ignored Liu Chengxun's reaction and continued: "In recent years, there have been frequent disputes between the DPRK and China regarding the expansion of Nanyang. Some people are dissatisfied with the rise of commercial trade and the improvement of the status of merchants, while some are jealous of those adventurers.
Some people are dissatisfied with the huge expenditure of the Navy.
However, in fact, while the Han Dynasty invested heavily, it also reaped rich rewards. In recent years, the fiscal revenue obtained from overseas trade and reclamation has accounted for nearly 10% of the imperial government's finances.
What kind of income is this? Even if you have never managed finances, you will understand its value if you think about it!"
Liu Chengxun nodded: "The annual income of Jiangning Shipping Department is flowing like water. Jiangnan Finance is also jealous and has long wanted to get a share of the pie!"
"Therefore, regardless of immediate benefits or long-term plans, the pace of expansion to Nanyang cannot be stopped. It is a blessed land given to the Han Dynasty by God, and the future of the Han Dynasty also lies in Nanyang.
In the future, while consolidating the country, the Han Dynasty will need to fight for the sea. This is a century-old plan for the country and cannot be shaken!" Emperor Liu said resolutely.
Even though he had many doubts in his heart, Liu Chengxun could only express his support. Then, after reacting, he looked at Emperor Liu who was a little dry-mouthed and asked for instructions: "I wonder what your Majesty wants me to do?"
Upon hearing this, Emperor Liu said in an understated tone: "Although I have decided on the Nanyang strategy, there are still many people who hold conservative ideas. It is unacceptable to be complacent. This needs to be further clarified.
I intend for you to represent me and the imperial court to patrol Nanyang, spread the glory of the Celestial Empire, and promote the Han’s strategic policies towards Nanyang to officials at home and abroad and the people of the world.
To put it simply, we need to unify our thoughts and work together to move south. I don’t want to waste words with those pedantic people anymore!”
After hearing Emperor Liu's order, Liu Chengxun was inevitably shocked, and even felt as if he was being exiled. However, seeing Emperor Liu's solemn expression, he felt a little relieved.
There is no need to think too much about this task, and there is no room for rejection. Therefore, with only a brief chant, Liu Chengxun stood up, bowed and bowed: "Your Majesty has entrusted me with this important task. I have nothing to say, and I will do it myself!"
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"Okay!" Seeing Liu Chengxun's neat answer, Emperor Liu smiled again and immediately praised: "You are still like this, and you will never let me down!"
Liu Chengxun smiled, not mentioning what he was thinking in his heart, but he looked generous: "Your Majesty said something serious! I am enjoying the supreme glory brought by the great man and your Majesty, and I should do my best and dare not say anything!
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"Well!" Emperor Liu was still very satisfied with Liu Chengxun's awakening, and his tone became calmer: "You have worked hard back in Beijing and have a rest for a while. I have prepared a mission for you. When all preparations are completed, we can set off.