"The sky is getting dark, do you want to order the camp to be set up?" asked Ma Quanyi, who came to report.
Liu Chengyou looked at the sky and saw that it was indeed near dusk. He was just observing the people's sentiments and inspecting people's livelihood. He did not rush and directly ordered: "Have a rest for the night in Zhongmou. You can make arrangements for it!"
"Yes!" Ma Quanyi didn't talk nonsense and was as capable as ever.
Logically speaking, Shi Hongzhao should do these things, but no one was seen at all. Liu Chengyou raised his eyebrows and asked, "Where is Shi Hongzhao?"
"Zhongmu County heard that the emperor was coming, and the officials and people welcomed him. Prime Minister Shi Du went to the county seat first to prepare for the reception." Ma Quanyi replied.
"I understand, you can go ahead." Liu Chengyou frowned slightly.
In front of Zhongmu County, more than a dozen county government officials and a local forbidden army were stationed, waiting in a polite manner. In addition, more than 300 common people were also waiting at the foot of the Tucheng wall. When the emperor arrived, the soldiers and the people welcomed him, so naturally it was It's an honor, but being forced to come here makes it taste boring. Even if you are happy, you won't be happy.
Shi Hongzhao led a team of troops to the front, with an awe-inspiring majesty. Unfortunately, after waiting for a long time, he saw the Western Patrol team setting up camp on the spot, and the imperial officer beside Liu Chengyou soon came to give him a verbal message: "If I don't enter the city, I will summon the magistrate of Zhongmu County, the Prime Minister, and the Lieutenant to go to the imperial camp to ask questions!"
"I am waiting for the edict."
"Prime Minister, the officials and others have prepared in the city for the Emperor's stay. What does your Majesty mean by this? Is there anything wrong done by the officials and others?" After hearing the call, the magistrate of Zhongmu County came to Shi Hongzhao's side and said, asked quietly.
"How do I know?" Shi Hongzhao's tone was particularly aggressive. He glared at the seventh-rank official and ignored him. He mounted his horse in the stirrups and led his troops back to the camp.
The county magistrate and others did not dare to neglect. They had no horses to ride, so they could only carry their official robes and trot to the imperial camp for an audience. They were very worried. They left behind the team of soldiers and people who were waiting for them, staying awkwardly at the bottom of the city. If they continued to wait, they would not disperse. Appropriate.
When he met Zhong Mou Ling in the camp, Liu Chengyou didn't even look at him. He kept asking a few questions nonchalantly, including the number of county officials, the number of households and households in the county, the state of the treasury, how many fields there were, how fertile they were, and how the spring plowing was progressing. ...
What caught Liu Chengyou's attention a little was that although Zhong Mouling stumbled over his answers, he basically answered them in order without any omissions. It seemed that he had done some homework. He sent a model to check. Although there were some discrepancies, they at least proved it. , Mou Ling is still considered a promising official.
Looking at his official reputation, he has a mediocre reputation among the people and has no outstanding political achievements in other aspects. However, he has worked hard to stabilize the people in the fields. In other words, since Liu Chengyou issued an "Edict to encourage reclamation" to the whole country, Zhong Mou Ling has been very active in doing so. Encourage farmers to teach mulberry trees.
Not to mention anything else, his cleverness in understanding the central policy is worthy of recognition. Nakamou Ling can be regarded as a talented person. However, as a large prefecture in Kinki, Liu Chengyou has never seen such achievements in memorials before. Never mentioned.
Liu Chengyou saw it in person and directly issued an edict to encourage him. Although he did not directly carry out any large-scale promotion, it was enough to make him excited when he was in the eyes of the emperor. If he is a smart enough person, he should be patient, and maybe even more Work hard to get things done.
Rested one night in Zhongmou, and on the next day, continued westward according to the planned itinerary. In order to welcome the emperor in Zhongmou, Liu Chengyou issued an edict again, sending cavalry to the prefectures and counties along the way: The imperial officer will patrol the west, and the officials of various prefectures and counties do not need to meet him. Disturbing the public is strictly prohibited.
Slowly, it took three days for the imperial driver to arrive in Zhengzhou. Regarding the farming affairs of the late Wei King Liu Chengxun in the Central Plains, Liu Chengyou saw too much in the memorial, but what he heard was false and what he saw was belief. So I walked slowly and looked carefully, very carefully.
Liu Chengyou was not disappointed. There were tens of thousands of residents in Zhengzhou, and the court also invested a lot of financial and material resources in the early stage. In addition, Liu Shenjiao was a capable minister.
After entering the territory of Zhengzhou, he saw the fields and green seedlings, which was enough to satisfy Liu Chengyou. Although the farmers still looked hungry and were not living a good life, they were at least stable and the world was a little better. It is really not easy to live a stable life.
Although it was a tour to the west, it was just a quick tour. To say that Liu Chengyou was serious was only in a relative sense. His move to be close to the people was only to meet with the wise men in the village and the small officials in the town. At most, it was only in the relationship between Da Fu and Gao Huaijin. Accompanied by him, I personally walked around the countryside like a show.
As for private visits incognito, investigating crimes and punishing rapes, there is no such thing.
Zhengzhou City was the city that Liu Chengyou entered for the first time along the way. In the state government office, the emperor and his concubines paid homage to Zhengzhou civil and military officials who were guarded by Liu Shenjiao. Liu Chengyou also practiced well and gave some words of comfort and encouragement. A warning scene.
"Old minister, see you, Your Majesty!" At night, Zhengzhou Binyi Station was temporarily transformed into Xingzai Zhong. Hearing the summons, Liu Shenjiao cautiously bowed to Liu Chengyou.
"Liu Qing, no courtesy!" Liu Chengyou stood up and helped him up personally: "Give me a seat."
The friendly attitude made the old minister a little flattered: "Thank you, Your Majesty."
Liu Chengyou's attitude towards Liu Xianjiao was obviously better than when he was received in Luoyang that day. At least when he was in Luoyang, Liu Chengyou was obviously still putting on airs, and his every move highlighted the majesty of his emperor.
Now, he doesn't need to be so deliberate.
"When I was in Tokyo, I often read in my autobiography that Zhengzhou was returned to rule and the soldiers and the people were in peace..." After sitting down and saying a few polite words, Liu Chengyou sighed lightly: "However, since the westward patrol into Zhengzhou, After personally experiencing it, I discovered that the situation in Zhengzhou was actually more stable than what was described in the memorial. This is all due to Liu Qing's care!"
"Standing in his position and planning his own affairs are what an old minister should do. It's just that the old minister is old and feeble. Fortunately, he didn't live up to the trust of the court." Liu Shenjiao answered calmly.
These tired ministers always made Liu Chengyou feel a little "slick" in their words and deeds. However, compared to that day in Luoyang, Liu Shenjiao's attitude towards Liu Chengyou was slightly more friendly. After all, after living so long, the officialdom After many years of ups and downs, there is always something clear about people and things. Although Liu Chengyou has not taken any big actions since he came to the throne, his administrative methods in the past month or so are enough to prove that he will be a promising king.
The emperor is promising, which is always good news for those ambitious ministers.
I haven't consulted for long on Zhengzhou matters. What I should know, overtly or covertly, is what Liu Chengyou has already understood clearly. You know, among all the cities in the Central Plains Daozhou, except for Tokyo, Liu Chengyou knows the situation in Zhengzhou best.
"I have summoned Mr. Liu to discuss something!" Liu Chengyou said in a consultative tone.
"Your Majesty, please speak." Liu Shenjiao was a little surprised.
Without being verbose, Liu Chengyou explained directly: "Ruzhou is a major state in Kinki, but there are many troubles and disadvantages. The political affairs have been abolished and the people are uneasy. It is said to be difficult to govern. So far, there is still no candidate for the governor. I have thought hard about the candidate and have gone through several dynasties. In this place, only Mr. Liu can take on the responsibility. I wonder if Mr. Liu would like to go to Ruzhou?"
After listening to Liu Chengyou's explanation of his purpose, Liu Shenjiao's face remained calm. He thought for a while, looked up, and saw Liu Chengyou staring directly at him. He took a deep breath and said, "I am willing to go."
In fact, despite Liu Chengyou's deliberation tone, did he really give this veteran a choice?
"It's just that thank you for your hard work, Mr. Liu..."
"Although Ruzhou is said to be difficult to govern, I hope that with Liu Gong's power, he can eliminate all the troubles and disadvantages when he takes office. But Zhengzhou is more important than Ruzhou. I don't know who can take over and continue his administration after Liu Gong retires. I , I would like to hear Mr. Liu’s opinion.” Liu Chengyou asked again, indicating that he was planning to sell it to Liu Shen again.
"Your Majesty and the court can decide for themselves."
"I don't want people to take political leave to happen." Liu Chengyou said.
After Liu Chengyou said so, Liu Shenjiao thought about it seriously for a while and said softly: "Qiu Cao, Lang Jingfan, is in charge of Zhengzhou affairs!"
"Okay, I will issue the order tomorrow and let him be the defense envoy of Zhengzhou!" Liu Chengyou said immediately.
Liu Shenjiao was stunned: "Your Majesty, have you heard of this person?"
"No!" Liu Chengyou waved his hand grandly: "The candidates recommended by Mr. Liu are certainly qualified for the job!"