The bright sun is in the sky, releasing heat wantonly, endlessly, baking the earth. The city of Tokyo seems to have become a lot more impetuous due to the hot weather in midsummer. Kaifeng is the first city in the Central Plains, and it is not easy to live there, especially for the city.
The common people, no matter how unfriendly the weather is, still have to endure the scorching heat and run around busy making a living.
With the gradual peace of the country and good governance by the court, Kaifeng City has ushered in a great development and the city has gradually become prosperous. During this period, as long as the people are willing to work, they can basically find a job to make a living. Of course, there is only a difference in the degree of work and rest.
With the opening of the prohibition on alcohol, there are more and more wine shops in Tokyo. However, almost a year later, the imperial court tightened it again. Although it was not as strict as the prohibition in the early years of Qianyou, it also restricted the use of alcoholic beverages.
Brewing. Among the common people, there are many smart people who can guess why. There is quite a lot of news that the imperial court is preparing for war, and the news of Khitan's southern invasion has also spread for a while.
For the first time, it caused panic among the people in Tokyo. Most of the people living in Tokyo, regardless of whether they were officials or civilians, had experienced the national disaster when the Khitan destroyed the Jin Dynasty in the twelfth year of Tianfu.
However, this panic only caused a sudden wave, and soon subsided. First, there was no movement from the Khitan side for a long time, and if there was any movement, it could not reach the ears of the common people in Shengdou. At most, some barbaric riders could be heard harassing the border guards.
The news of the military defeat; the second one was that the imperial court announced the plan and the government took action to stabilize people's hearts; the third one was that they probably had some confidence in the current Northern Han court and did not believe that the Khitans could invade the Central Plains again.
Up to now, the Khitan invasion to the south has become a rumor. Instead of causing waves, it has become a topic of conversation among the people in Tokyo after dinner.
However, the court's policies are still tight as they should be. For ordinary people, the most personal experience is that the price of wine is getting more and more expensive, and it has given birth to many people engaged in handicrafts.
There are also many merchants who see the opportunity and purchase relevant supplies from the countryside and bring them to Tokyo or several important camps and towns, where they can be sold. Of course, corruption cannot be avoided. After all, there will be no fish if the water is clear. If someone is discovered or prosecuted
, then deal with it severely, otherwise, the current Han Dynasty court would not be able to take care of it in such detail...
However, in the city of Tokyo, tea shops are developing faster than wine shops. Especially in this hot summer, whether it is the government servants on duty, the soldiers on inspection, the street vendors, toothpasteurs, or even the idlers,
When they have nothing to do, they like to drink a bowl of herbal tea, talk about the news, and listen to interesting stories in tea shops in the markets.
In Tokyo, a large green cloth umbrella was erected next to a restaurant to provide shade and sun, and there were several sets of tables and chairs underneath. The restaurant merchants are very smart. With this simple decoration, every time the time comes,
, the restaurant is always full of customers. Bowls of herbal tea are served, paired with market snacks. The price is not expensive. It is still very tempting for hungry, thirsty and tired passers-by. At the same time, it can also increase the popularity of your own restaurant.
At this time, all kinds of men, old and young, crowded together, drinking and chatting. In a slightly shady place on the side, there were several salesmen sitting on the cargo poles, each also ordered a bowl of tea and drank it.
Next, it’s so happy.
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There was a lively discussion on the tea table.
"It's been two months since I've been saying that the Khitans are going to fight against the big men, but there's still no movement at all..." A shirtless, rather muscular young man held a pickled melon in his mouth while talking.
He shouted loudly while chewing, and his tone sounded like he wished the Khitans would go south quickly.
When the people next to him heard this, an older man narrowed his eyes and immediately answered: "You are a young man who doesn't know how to live or die. If you don't cherish this peaceful life, how can you still think about it?"
fight?"
"Or what I said makes sense. Once the Khitans came, everyone had a hard time. Now the young men are just not practical?" A fruit vendor nearby was also on Zhuo Shang. After hearing this, he followed up and was very dissatisfied with the young man.
Man's speech.
Then a bunch of people echoed the criticism. Seeing that they had aroused public anger, the man quickly explained: "I'm worried about my husband. I don't know when there will be a war in the north. I want to go to Qizhou to sell some medicinal materials, but I'm afraid of a war.
.”
As he said that, he looked around and groaned: "I tell you guys, even if we fight, can we still reach Tokyo? The imperial court has strong troops now, but it still can't stop the Khitans in Hebei? What are you afraid of here?"
Seeing his unconcerned look, someone immediately retorted: "Even if we can't defeat Tokyo, if the war doesn't go well, the imperial court will increase labor, increase taxes and levy grain..."
Seeing these people speaking more and more boldly, the owner of the tea shop hurriedly stepped forward, raised his hands and said happily: "Everyone, don't talk about state affairs, don't talk about state affairs!"
As he said this, he glanced at the two city guardsmen who were walking slowly in the distance. Everyone noticed them and immediately changed the subject.
However, someone took the opportunity to say: "I think this person who doesn't know the heights of heaven and earth will only become honest after going to Kaifeng Prison..."
The hot weather in Tokyo seems to be teasing Han Emperor Liu Chengyou's inner boredom, and several bowls of "iced snow pear soup" can't control it. In the past two months, Liu Chengyou has been focusing on the affairs of the north and the south, working hard, even the harem.
I rarely go there.
In the hall, Liu Chengyou was wearing a light thin robe, leaning sideways on the armrest of the throne. Zhang Dejun held a round fan to blow him some air. Although the movement was not loud, he carefully controlled the intensity and rhythm, which made him sweat profusely.
Seeing his hard work and perseverance, Liu Chengyou waved his hand and asked him to go down and rest, and arranged for someone to bring some ice cubes from the icehouse.
"It's midsummer now, and even we can't stand the scorching heat. How much worse than the Hulu?" Wei Renpu and Zheng Ren, who were playing in front of Liu Chengyou's palace, said: "It is even more unlikely that the Khitan people will go south in the near future. Come to think of it, they really have to wait until autumn.
It’s high time!”
"What your Majesty said is true!" Wei Renpu said: "According to the news from the north, although the Khitan Lord intends to invade the south, the timing is not good, and the Hulu nobles are still not subdued by him. And from the lower Khitan tribes
Observation by the people shows that the Khitan has also been fighting for years, and the people are exhausted and the soldiers are exhausted. No matter whether they are nobles or ordinary herdsmen, they have no fighting spirit and are unwilling to invade the south at this time."
Hearing this, Liu Chengyou's expression showed a rare hint of arrogance: "Today's big men are not comparable to Shi Jin. If you follow the Khitan Lord for a while, you will get benefits."
Deputy Privy Envoy Zheng Renjie said: "Even though the government was in chaos and the people's livelihood was exhausted, the Jin Dynasty still caused great damage to the Khitan army commanded by Yelu Deguang. What's more, our dynasty has never been weak to the outside world since he came to the throne. However, if they come south, our Han army will fight fiercely and kill them. The Khitan barbarians are also human beings. They know pain and fear. They have already suffered heavy losses in Hebei. Even if the Khitan master wants to go his own way, he will overcome difficulties and subdue them. Disharmonious, it still takes time!”
Hearing this, he nodded and acknowledged Zheng Renjie's words. Liu Chengyou thought for a while and said: "Our army can prepare for war, so we can wait until autumn!"
"yes!"
Liu Chengyou knew that it was time to cool down. During this period, the court was spending money like water, which was a big test for a man whose family was far from rich. Xue Juzheng, the deputy envoy in charge of the Third Division, had already reported to Liu Chengyou spoke up several times and was so distressed that even Wang Zhang, who had been relegated to the second line, stepped forward.
The resettlement of relocated households, the manufacture of ordnance, and the transportation of grain and grass... were so expensive that it made Liu Chengyou feel sick.
"The King of Yan once again went to court to ask for support from the imperial court..."