Chapter 23 From Zhengzhou Station to Luoyang Station
Although he said something like, "I trust Liu Gong's vision", behind the scenes, Liu Chengyou still cautiously summoned Fan Zhi to consult Jing Fan. Coincidentally, Fan Zhi really knew Jing Fan. There is no need for Liu Chengyou to send a special letter to Tokyo to inquire.
During the Later Tang Dynasty, Jing Fan was promoted through the Ming Dynasty Imperial Examination and became an official for more than ten years. He moved from place to place and served as an official. Every time he served, his politics were clear and he was dignified. However, in this era of "prosperous martial arts", even though He has talent, and like most literati, his talent cannot be put to use, and this king is too strong in politics and as a person. He has offended many people along the way. He is already over forty years old, and he is still hanging around in Tokyo. Holding the official position of Qiucao Lang.
"From what you say, Jing Fan is quite capable." Liu Chengyou clasped his hands together, looked at Fan Zhi and said, his expression slightly relaxed.
When Liu examined the case, Fan Zhi said one after another that this person was talented. After hearing this, Liu Chengyou lost all doubts in his mind.
Fan Zhi's expression was dull, but he changed his tone with an objective attitude and said: "Jing Fan is upright, diligent, honest, unyielding, and indeed capable. However, from what I can see, this person is good at the overall situation and understands the general situation. Traditional drama management is not his specialty."
"What do you mean, Jingfan is not suitable for entrusting the military administration of Zhengzhou?" Liu Chengyou asked.
Fan Zhi shook his head: "I didn't mean that. I just wanted to inform you of what I know so that your Majesty can refer to it."
Liu Chengyou nodded slowly, and Liu Chengyou said: "It is difficult to govern today because there is a lack of strong talents to govern the prefectures and counties. If the officials are clear and clear, the territory is solemn, and the people's hearts are stable, I will not worry about complicated matters. Is it difficult to govern? Zhengzhou has already laid the foundation laid by Liu Gong. If we can get this scene and eliminate the officials, then it will be completely governed!"
When Liu Chengyou said this, it basically meant that Liu Chengyou wanted to use Jing Fan's heart. In fact, listening to Fan Zhi's description, what moved Liu Chengyou the most was the word "qianggan".
However, after pondering for a while, Liu Chengyou still ordered: "Send me an edict to Tokyo and order Jing Fanxi to come to the imperial camp. I will personally receive him!"
"Yes!" After hearing Liu Chengyou's last words, Fan Zhi's expression clearly showed a hint of approval.
Since we attach great importance to Zhengzhou, how can we not be cautious about its defense mission and hastily appoint it based only on the recommendation of my son-in-law. It's just that I have a bias in my heart.
After putting down one thing on his mind, Liu Chengyou saw that he was sitting beside the case and began to write the edict.
When it comes to strong talents, this type of character can be considered one. Although this person is Shen Yi at this time, he is actually fierce and impatient, and he is serious and strong in dealing with politics. When he was in the central government, he had different opinions and dared to disagree with Yang. There was an argument and conflict head-on. If Liu Chengyou hadn't come back to protect him, he would have been demoted to nowhere.
Talents must meet a wise master before they can display their talents. Liu Chengyou is not shameless, but he also considers himself a wise master.
After issuing the edict, Liu Chengyou took advantage of the excitement of the conversation to serve tea and food and discuss the current problems with him. Taking Zhengzhou as an example, although under Liu Shenjiao's previous governance, the overall situation was relatively stable, the official administration was seriously It’s not Qingming. How can one achieve perfection with just an old minister?
The government of the world has been in ruins for so long that everyone has become accustomed to it, and the standards for "great governance" have been set extremely low. Basically, as long as there is no turmoil and few bandits, that's pretty much it... .
Fan Zhi's advice to Liu Chengyou is that if you want to eliminate all evils, everything must be controlled by system and law. However, if you want the court to re-establish a system to manage the world, you must first have the authority and strength. 2. Where did he come from? At the end of the conversation, he turned his attention to the Forbidden Army...
The military system, the official system, and the legal system all need to be reformed. Even though there is a long way to go, it does not prevent Liu Chengyou from making early preparations to judge the punishment and clarify the law based on the standard. Liu Chengyou directly gave him a task after returning to Tokyo. He summoned the bachelors from the three halls and presided over the re-compilation of a set of criminal laws of the Han Dynasty. For this important task, Fan Zhi responded to the edict with enthusiasm.
"Official family." Seeing Liu Chengyou strolling over, the attendants serving the queen quickly saluted, feeling a little nervous.
The night was getting late, and Liu Chengyou rarely stayed up late. He was already diligent enough in Tokyo, and he had been hard enough in the past few days since his western tour. There was no need to continue to suffer on himself.
Liu Chengyou glanced at Shiyu. This was Da Fu's concubine, who was granted the title of Shiyu. She was good-looking, and her breasts were OK and firm enough. Unfortunately, Liu Chengyou was not interested in her at the moment.
"Where is the queen?" Liu Chengyou asked.
When Liu Chengyou looked at her, the female maid was happy and nervous, but after he turned his attention away, her eyes could not hide her disappointment. After hearing the question, she immediately calmed down and replied: "The saint is taking a bath. Do you want my poor concubine to report?"
"It seems that I came at an unlucky time." Liu Chengyou sighed, but he rushed in naturally.
The room with its layers of curtains was already shrouded in white steam and filled with mist. There was an alluring aroma in the moist air, and a graceful figure was playing in the water.
Without letting the maid inform him, and ordered him to take off his robe, Liu Chengyou made a sudden attack while naked. A crisp exclamation soon sounded inside, and after a burst of ear-piercing noise, there was a snap. The sound of popping is like water hitting by midstream...
Liu Chengyou also wanted to bring Dafu and Gao Huaijin with him on his Western Tour. What's the matter? In addition to decorating the scene to show his favor, of course there are also physiological needs. Since he ascended the throne, Liu Chengyou has been under a lot of pressure, both physically and mentally, so these few days on the tour During the day, Liu Chengyou planned to take turns to relieve his pressure with the help of his concubines.
Furthermore, adding support to the royal family is also an important responsibility of Liu Chengyou. Previously, Liu Chengyou was actually a bit neglectful of the harem...
After passing Zhengzhou, it was basically difficult for Liu Chengyou to maintain a mysterious and good-looking face, although his face rarely looked good. Facts have proved that the situation in Zhongmou and even Zhengzhou was just an exception in the entire Han Dynasty. Corrupt officials and government officials were corrupt. This is a true portrayal of rampant officials leading to the depletion of people's livelihood.
The edicts issued by Liu Chengyou before did not seem to have much effect on the county and town levels. Harsh government still exists, miscellaneous taxes are collected as usual, and things that bully the people often exist. The reclamation matter does not deliberately cause harm, after all, the court has repeatedly There are strict orders, and if farmers don’t grow food, how can they squeeze it? However, it will be difficult for other people to implement active policies and measures to encourage farmers. If officials do this, how can the people live in peace?
In fact, most of the local county and town generals are held by military personnel, who are promoted by military merit, or entrusted to private positions by officials such as governors and observers. The rest are either related to central ministers, and there are still many local tycoons and landlords who rely on them. Using bribery and other means to obtain positions. Those who are truly appointed by the imperial court according to their talents are really rare...
Logically speaking, when the emperor is out on patrol, even if the territory is in bad condition, you can just fake it and create an image. However, the local officials seem to be indifferent. In the final analysis, the imperial power is still weak. For the local officials, the emperor The majesty is too weak, I can't tell when it will be changed again?
The result was that, along the way, all the officials who were negligent and lawless were exempted. Some of the officials who were greedy and cruel were even ordered to have their heads removed by Liu Chengyou. No matter who they were or who their backers were, they would not be merciful. Yu Jia passed. In this place, it can be said that the official life is not good, there is a flood of sorrow, but the people's morale is greatly improved.
From Zhengzhou to Luoyang, during the 200-mile journey, there was not a single prefecture, county or town where there were no officials to regulate it for Liu Chengyou.
The land of the two capitals was originally under the direct jurisdiction of the imperial court. How could the officials and the people govern like this? How about those Jiedufang towns that still control the local military and political power? This is why Liu Chengyou is sitting on pins and needles, like awns thorns on his back, like a fish in his throat...
After some severe punishments, Liu Chengyou was relieved, but the problem arose again. After removing so many officials, who would succeed him, how could he find so many people to fill the vacancies in a short period of time. There will be no shortage of officials in the world. Man, this is true, but how can any cat or dog be a political party?
In fact, in a short period of time, Liu Chengyou could only be temporarily replaced by local "cats and dogs".
The selection of candidates for the imperial examination suddenly flooded Liu Chengyou's head. In this world, we must really rely on literati to rule, relying on literati selected by the imperial court. At the same time, Liu Chengyou secretly decided in his heart that after returning to the imperial court, he would have to raise the people he currently has in the court. Some of the civil servants who are not serving as civil servants will be sent to serve in local areas.
It is said that corrupt scholars are incompetent, but given the current national conditions, Liu Chengyou does not need local civil servants to have any amazing political talents. He only wants stability and does not disturb the people. Even if he governs by doing nothing and lets the people support themselves , which is better than a group of warriors disrupting the government.