After a series of tedious etiquette training, it was like breaking through many obstacles, and finally arrived in front of the Chongzheng Palace. Those etiquette and rules were indeed cumbersome and complicated for Qin Zaixiong, but similarly, the majesty of the emperor and the royal family also made him
He gained a deeper understanding.
Waiting honestly, Chongzheng Hall is not the most magnificent palace in the Han Palace, but for Qin Zaixiong, it is no different, and it shocks him. After all, the distance view is not as intuitive as the up close view. For Qin Zaixiong, it is new.
Awe.
The ministers of the Han Dynasty came out one after another, and they all glanced at Qin Zaixiong subconsciously, guessing in their hearts that the emperor wanted to use this Yaoman to make some fuss. Facing the scrutinizing eyes of the prime ministers, Qin Zaixiong felt a little uncomfortable, until the ministers
After walking far away, I breathed a sigh of relief.
For Qin Zaixiong, the process of meeting the Emperor of Han seemed a bit too tortuous...
Finally stepping onto the floor of the Chongzheng Hall, the coolness in the hall made Qin Zaixiong's chaotic head sober up. He glanced carefully in the direction of the imperial case. He was indeed high up, and when he saw a bright yellow figure, he suddenly remembered what the officials of the Ministry of Rites taught him not to look directly at the emperor.
, and quickly buried his head.
Deliberately lowering his voice, he bowed somewhat awkwardly: "I, Qin Zaixiong, pay homage to Your Majesty!"
Looking at this Yaoman leader, he not only knelt three times and kowtowed nine times, but also bowed to the ground. He was extremely submissive. However, he was a little nervous and his movements were a little deformed. It is not easy to learn this level in a short time.
"No courtesy, stay safe!" Liu Chengyou said with a gentle attitude, waving his hand: "You are not my subordinate now!"
After listening to the emperor's words, Qin Zaixiong stood up and responded: "Your Majesty, although I am a Yao person, I have always admired Tianwei Wanghua. I also served in Hunan before, but in the land of Huxiang, I have always obeyed the imperial court respectfully.
Under his rule, he will become a vassal of the Han Dynasty!"
Qin Zaixiong expressed his position, and Liu Chengyou showed a little surprise on his face. He sighed secretly in his heart. This person was quite enlightened, and his mood naturally improved a bit. Recalling Zhao Yanjin's report, this person was not an ordinary barbarian chief. Indeed,
There is some insight.
"I listened to Zhou Xingfeng's instructions and defiantly rebelled against the imperial court. I felt that I could not escape the blame for my crimes. Please punish me!" Qin Zaixiong took the initiative.
This was really a smart barbarian chief, and he probably figured it out. If the emperor really wanted to punish him, why would he have to entertain him so warmly for several days? However, this attitude and awareness also made people feel happy.
"I have issued an edict that all officials and people in charge of Hunan's obedient duties will be pardoned and will not be held accountable!" Liu Chengyou said.
Qin Zaixiong immediately bowed and bowed: "Thank you for your tolerance, Your Majesty! Your Majesty's mind is as broad as the world, and I admire you greatly!"
Liu Chengyou couldn't help but laugh, and his hearty laughter echoed in the hall, infecting everyone. Qin Zaixiong also laughed a few times.
"How do you feel about being in Tokyo these days? My capital is quite magnificent, isn't it?" Liu Chengyou asked, looking at Qin Zaixiong, with a hint of pride in his tone.
Upon hearing this, Qin Zaixiong immediately became excited and said with emotion on his face: "I would also like to thank Your Majesty for your warm hospitality! I saw Changsha in Hunan and thought it was the greatest city in the world. When I went north and passed Jiangling and Xiangyang, I felt that Tokyo was nothing more than this.
However, when I arrived in Tokyo, I realized how little I had seen. The prosperity and magnificence of Tokyo far exceeded my imagination. It is simply difficult to describe in words. This is something that even ten cities in Changsha cannot compare with..."
This barbarian is really good at talking. He can't be an An Lushan type of person. Liu Chengyou still has such distracting thoughts in his mind.
"Since Tokyo is so nice, are you willing to live here forever? I can reward you with a house, property, servants..." Liu Chengyou's eyes slowly rolled a few times, and there was a hint of playfulness in Liu Chengyou's tone.
After hearing the question, Qin Zaixiong's rough face suddenly showed a clear tangle, and he bowed his hands and said: "It would be an honor for me to live in Tokyo for a long time. However, as the old saying goes, no merit will be rewarded, and now I am guilty. I have made immeasurable contributions to your Majesty and the imperial court. I have been entertained in the past and have become uneasy. How can I dare to accept your majesty's rewards again? I dare to ask your majesty to give me a chance. I will wait until I have made great achievements for the Han Dynasty and then I will be rewarded by your majesty. I have a clear conscience!"
"Although you grew up in the wilderness, I am very pleased that you have such knowledge and understanding!" His tone was obviously softer, and even his title changed. Liu Chengyou's face at this time showed two words: Appreciation.
Qin Zaixiong also clearly felt the kindness from the emperor and grinned, showing some yellowed teeth.
"You and your subordinates should be under the rule of Chenzhou!" Liu Chengyou asked more seriously.
"Exactly!"
"How many tribes and people are there under Chenzhou?"
"There are countless large and small tribes, there should be tens of thousands..." Without detailed investigation, even if he was one of them, Qin Zaixiong could only give a vague answer, and it was almost as if he had said nothing.
After pondering for a moment, Liu Chengyou asked: "How many Yao people do you have under your command?"
"More than 6,000 men and women!" Qin Zaixiong seemed a little proud. After all, this was a big force.
"How to make a living?"
"The first is picking, the second is fishing and hunting, and the third is farming!" Qin Zaixiong replied almost without thinking.
"I read the history books and found that the Central Plains were often regarded as Jingman and Chuman, and Hunan was regarded as a great disadvantage to harmony. Now that Hunan has been taken over, I want to send officials to educate and govern it as one, without distinction between Han and barbarians. What does Qin Qing think?" Suddenly, Liu Chengyou asked, full of temptation.
Qin Zaixiong was stunned for a moment, and said subconsciously: "If this is the case, then all the tribes in Hunan will definitely admire the Han Dynasty and praise His Majesty for his ocean-like mind!"
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Liu Chengyou seemed a little dissatisfied with his answer. He felt that his words were meaningless except for idle flattery. However, after thinking about it for a moment, Qin Zaixiong suddenly asked Liu Chengyou seriously: "May I ask your majesty, if the imperial court transforms into a state of Chen, what will happen to the five states?" , it seems that how does the court plan to deal with a leader and clan commander like Chen?"
This time, Liu Chengyou was really surprised. He looked at Qin Zaixiong with the same serious eyes, and replied with the same serious tone: "I still said that, treat everyone equally. If you are a patriarch or leader, you can go to Tokyo to study. The skills of governing, the method of controlling the people, and then appointing officials according to their talents. As for the people of various ethnic groups, they can also pass the imperial examination and military merit, and be appointed as generals. Those with skills can also be appointed as officials in the government office after passing the government examination. Like Qin Qing. If you have great bravery and strategic talents, and if you have meritorious service, I will bestow upon you a title!"
Probably feeling Liu Chengyou's sincerity, Qin Zaixiong solemnly responded: "I am willing to lead my subordinates to join the imperial court and follow the arrangements!"
This is really a smart man. He is aware of the emperor's attitude and the court's policy, and he is the first to try it. But no matter what, Liu Chengyou is really satisfied with his attitude. There is such a savage man. Chieftain is really rare.
After thinking about it, Liu Chengyou couldn't help but sigh: "It's a pity that there are too few people like Qin Qing who admire the king and understand the truth!"
Qin Zaixiong was also alert. After hearing this, he couldn't help but ask: "Why does your Majesty sigh like this?"
"You should know about Fu Yantong from Xuzhou!"
Of course he nodded in response: "That's right! He has traveled across the five states for decades and is very powerful. When I was in Chenzhou, I also had contacts with Xuzhou."
"My prime minister invited Fu Yantong to stay in Tokyo for a while and named him King Qin. However, although I sincerely expressed my sincerity, Fu Yantong seemed to be suspicious of the imperial court and was unwilling to leave!" Liu Chengyou seemed to take it seriously. He looked at Qin Zaixiong with pity and admiration: "In view of this, I feel that it is very rare for a hero like Qin Qing to be loyal and good!"
After hearing the praise, Qin Zaixiong couldn't help but take the initiative and said: "Your Majesty, I am willing to go to Xuzhou to persuade Fu Yantong on your behalf!"
"That's not necessary!" Liu Chengyou tapped the imperial case lightly and said leisurely: "What I am considering now is the admission and treatment of Chenzhou!"
Changing his posture slightly and staring at Qin Zaixiong, Liu Chengyou asked: "I learned a lot from my conversation with Qin Qing. If we want to govern Chen and the five states, we need people like you who are sensible and sensible. Nowadays, the great Han Dynasty, The civil and military divisions are implemented, each performing his own duties. I wonder if Qin Qin wants to control the civil and political administration, or to control the military and military?"
Qin Zaixiong was moved by the wise appearance of the Emperor of the Han Dynasty, and even considered his opinion. At the same time, he was also very considerate. After thinking about it, Qin Zaixiong said: "Your Majesty, I don't know much about literacy, and I only have military skills, but I am still willing to lead the army." , Contribute to His Majesty’s battlefield!”
"Okay!" Liu Chengyou nodded directly: "I agree, but before that, I still need you to return to Chenzhou and cooperate with the court officials to reorganize the households of the Han barbarians in Chenzhou!"
"Yes!" Qin Zaixiong did not hesitate and was very respectful.
After receiving Qin Zaixiong, it was already evening and dusk was falling. Liu Chengyou simply stayed with Qin Zaixiong to have a meal with him. At this time, Qin Zaixiong discovered that the emperor's meal was not as good as what he had eaten and drank in Tokyo. He felt that this was probably the Mingjun in the rumors. Let's show it. When a wise king appears in the heaven, all the tribes in the four directions can only bow their heads and be loyal, otherwise they will suffer disaster. Qin Zaixiong still understands this simple truth, which dispels some doubts in his heart.
In fact, Liu Chengyou really has no idea of resolving the governance of the Chen and Qi barbarians once and for all. He will not naively think that if the policy continues, the Southern barbarians will be safe.
When it comes to ethnic issues, they are never so easy to solve. Liu Chengyou knew very well that all he wanted was for the Chu barbarians to return to rule and return to the Han system to further weaken their independence. That was enough.
As for completely eliminating the influence of barbarian chiefs and leaders, Liu Chengyou had no such delusions at all. Even the prefectures and counties in Zhongyuan suffered from the abuses of clans and township parties. How could he expect a group of barbarians to fully accept the rule of the imperial court?
Take Qin Zaixiong as an example. He sacrificed all his people and accepted the rule of the imperial court. Then he became a general of the Han Dynasty and received a noble title. This would only make his reputation higher. From now on, in the five states of Chenxu, it is conceivable that Liu Chengyou saw the rise of a large "Qin family" very clearly, but he would not stop it, and would even encourage it.
But there is a saying that Liu Chengyou’s Chenzhou policy will greatly promote the integration of ethnic groups and the development of cultural exchanges.
Of course, after all, Hunan has its own special characteristics, with good sinicization and the rise of culture since the mid-Tang Dynasty, so the resistance to the imperial court will not be that great.
Once Lingnan and Southwest are obtained, it will be another kind of disposal policy. In many cases, based on comprehensive factors, the restraint policy is the most appropriate method.