Chapter 172 Sichuan-Sichuan Customization, Zhong Mo Report
"Official, the Tang Dynasty envoy Zhong Mo wants to see you!" A respectful voice sounded in the Chongzheng Hall.
"Xuan!" Liu Chengyou was reading the arrangements for local officials in Sichuan and Sichuan at the imperial desk. Hearing this, Liu Chengyou responded casually.
After the chaos in Shu was put down, the land of Sichuan and Shu was still in a mess. However, after the chaos, great rule must be established. The old order was broken and a new rule was about to be established. Measures to rectify the disorder and suppress the bandits and calm the people were in progress in an orderly manner.
The Government Hall decided that the old land of Sichuan and Sichuan should be divided into three roads. North of Jianzhou, including Feng, Cheng, Jie and Ankang Prefectures, Shannan Road was established to govern Hanzhong Prefecture (Xingyuan Prefecture was renamed); To the south of the state, there is the Jiannan Road, which includes the Chengdu Plain and the states in southern Sichuan, and governs the Chengdu Prefecture; to the east of Suizhou and to the west of Kuizhou, including the southeastern Sichuan area, there is the Sichuan East Road, which governs the Yuzhou Prefecture.
It was more in line with Liu Chengyou's idea. After deliberation, it was quickly passed. Liu Chengyou didn't have much opinion on the arrangement of Taoist officials proposed by the Political Affairs Hall. Song Yanwo, Bian Guangfan, and Wang Ming were divided into three chief envoys. , he has settled on the three people he likes, and there are no other big problems.
Needless to say, Song Yanwo was Liu Chengyou's brother-in-law, a relative of the emperor, with both civil and military skills, and was known as a guard. Bian Guangfan, the former prime minister, had reorganized the farmland, resettled millions of people, and had outstanding political achievements. Although Wang Ming was a fallen soldier, Although he was born in a local area, he had served successively in prefectures and counties, he was honest and capable, and he had nearly twenty years of political experience. It was not inappropriate for him to be promoted from Xiangyang Prefecture to Taoist Government.
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The Privy Council also made a plan to guard the troops and horses, and issued a notice that the northern troops and horses entering Shu would gradually withdraw northward. The original Shu soldiers were completely split, and some elites were moved to Tokyo to supplement the imperial army. Some were old and weak and were laid off and returned to their hometowns to work as officials in agriculture; some moved north with their families and settled in the border areas; the rest were organized into local garrison troops.
There is no intention to station a large army in Sichuan and Sichuan. According to the arrangement of the Privy Council, it will be gradually reduced. In the end, 20,000 troops will be left on Jiannan Road. In addition to guarding the basin, they will mainly suppress the barbarians and barbarians in southern Sichuan. There will be 6,000 troops on Shannan Road. Mainly guarding various dangerous passes and important passes; 10,000 people in eastern Sichuan are stationed in key areas of Kui and Chongqing and suppress the security of subordinate states and cities.
The army guarding Shu was mainly composed of the Huaiwei Army, supplemented by some Guanzhong soldiers, and supplemented by recruited Shu soldiers. The two Shu-born Han armies, the Huaiwei Army, were disbanded, and the Huaide Army and their families moved to Longxi to consolidate. Wang Jing recovered three hundred miles of land and established a military envoy, headed by Guo Jin. For generals like Guo Jin who were very murderous, the border area was the best place for them to display their strength, display their strengths, and control the border areas.
As for the three capitals of Sichuan and Sichuan, it is tentatively planned to be held by Wang Quanbin, Wang Renfan, and Cui Yanjin. However, before that, the three of them need to return to Tokyo, and the rewards and punishments of the Sichuan-Shu Rebellion still need to be summarized.
While Liu Chengyou was conducting in-depth and comprehensive consideration on the affairs of Sichuan and Shu, Zhong Mo had already entered the palace. The familiar environment, coupled with the Han emperor who was sitting idle at the imperial court, left a deep impression on him. Zhong Mo moved forward and bowed: "Your Majesty, Zhong Mo, see you!"
Putting down the articles of association in his hand, Liu Chengyou raised his eyes and looked at Zhong Mo. He was well-groomed, with a well-groomed mustache, and the etiquette was in place. He was probably much more sincere than paying homage to Li Jing.
During these days, Liu Chengyou took time alone to meet with all the countries, ethnic groups and forces that came to Tokyo to participate in the ceremony. The Qingyuan Army of Liao State, Wuyue, Nanyue, including Quan and Zhang, and the Dingnan Army of Xia and Sui , the Guiyi Army in Guasha, as well as Yanzhou, Liangzhou, Uygur, Tubo, Dali and other foreign races, um, there are also the Goryeo envoys who came from the sea. Basically, the countries and forces inside and outside the surrounding area are involved with the Han Dynasty , we all had exchanges with each other, it was like a unified establishment of diplomatic relations.
As for why the Southern Tang Dynasty was left at the end, there is obviously another deeper meaning.
"Without any courtesy!" Liu Chengyou raised a formulaic smile at the corner of his mouth, stretched out his hand, and said: "Zhong Shangshu, we haven't seen each other for almost six years!"
"Your Majesty has a keen memory!" Zhong Mo stood up and responded respectfully: "I returned to Jinling in the summer of the fifth year of Qianyou's reign. It has indeed been almost six years ago!"
"I would also like to congratulate Zhong Shangshu. After returning to Jinling, he was highly valued and rose to prominence, full of glory!" Liu Chengyou said.
"I will always remember your majesty's kindness and kindness. I will remember it forever. When I am in Jinling, I burn incense and bathe during festivals, pray to the north, and bless your majesty and the Han Dynasty. I dare not forget your majesty's kindness to me. ....." Zhong Mo made a heartfelt confession.
Listening to his words, Liu Chengyou laughed very happily and said bluntly: "With a loyal and good minister like Zhong Qing, why should I worry about the injustice in the south of the Yangtze River?"
In these years, while serving as a high-ranking official in the Southern Tang Dynasty, his heart was towards the Han Dynasty, and he sent a large amount of internal information to the north every year. The Northern Han Dynasty knew the military and political situation of the Southern Tang Dynasty well. In addition to the espionage network built over ten years, Zhong Mo deserves the most credit.
Moreover, immersed in the atmosphere of Jinling, Zhong Mo also gathered a group of like-minded relatives and friends under the name of "Poetry Club" and became a capitulation faction under the peace negotiation faction. As the world situation became clearer, the national power declined. As time goes by, its influence is expanding day by day.
It can be said with certainty that as long as the Han army conquers Jinling, Zhong Mo and others will be enough to organize a new ruling order. Of course, this may not be what Liu Chengyou wants. You can refer to the reasons for the Shu rebellion...
The words of the Han Emperor were full of ambitions for the territory south of the Yangtze River. After hearing this, Zhong Mo did not feel uncomfortable at all and immediately said: "Your Majesty has planned to conquer the south?"
"It's a matter of time!" Liu Chengyou didn't hide it, and raised his hand slightly arrogantly: "Since Sichuan and Sichuan are at peace, we just need to recuperate and gather food and weapons. How can the small country in the south of the Yangtze River be as sharp as the soldiers?"
"The people of the south of the Yangtze River have been longing for the king's master for several years. If they can do this, I will go to Jinling and wait eagerly for the king's master to cross the river!" Zhong Mo said with a righteous face.
Waving his hand, Liu Chengyou said: "I have received a secret report. At the turn of winter and spring, Jinling is experiencing turmoil, but not much! I am free. As someone who knows the matter, you can tell me and just listen to the story. !”
"Yes!" Zhong Mo bowed.
"Sit down and talk!" Seeing that he was still standing respectfully, Liu Chengyou said again.
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
After sitting down, Zhong Mo recounted the political turmoil that occurred in the Southern Tang Dynasty last month: "On December 14 last year, Duke Li Jingsui of Jin was assassinated in Hongzhou. The news reached Jinling, and the whole hall was shocked and suspicious. The king was extremely sad. , almost fainted, and at the same time as mourning, he also ordered a thorough investigation. And soon the object of suspicion was placed on the prince Li Hongji, and his close relatives were arrested. After interrogation, they found out that he had secretly given the intention to kill his uncle.
When the king heard about it, he was furious and imprisoned him in the East Palace. After the evidence was confirmed, he sacrificed him in the Gaozong Temple. Because of his cruelty and rebelliousness, he deposed him as the crown prince and locked him up in his old residence..."
"Li Jing didn't report the matter of deposing the crown prince to the court, so he just took matters into his own hands!" Liu Chengyou muttered, seeming to be considering whether this excuse was suitable for attacking the Tang Dynasty.
Zhong Moze said: "The close relatives of the children are killing each other. The king is in grief and grief, so he fails to take into account the etiquette!"
"I heard that Li Jingsui was quite famous, had a gentle temperament, and took the initiative to retreat. How could Li Hongji dare to kill his uncle?" Liu Chengyou asked.
Zhong Mo sighed: "I think that because of his high reputation and popular support, he was shown as a threat, which is the reason for this disaster. I think Li Hongji is a jealous man, strong and narrow-minded, short-sighted and short-sighted, so he had the cruel intention to kill his uncle." Heart, and do it brazenly!"
"Li Hongji's reputation is not small!" Liu Chengyou said playfully: "In these years, haven't you been tinkering with leading the northern expedition to regain his homeland?"
"You don't know the heavens, but you are all talking nonsense!" Zhong Mo shook his head and said: "However, Li Hongji is indeed one of the few people in the clan who knows how to fight, and he also has a certain prestige in the army. He was deposed and resisted Jiangnan. The attitude of the army is a big blow!"
Nodding, Liu Chengyou suddenly asked with great interest: "If Li Hongji is deposed, who will Li Jing be his heir?"
Zhong Mo responded: "From Li Hongji on down, all the princes of the country died young, and the oldest one was only Chu Gong Li Congjia. However, I look at his people, their weapons are light and their ambitions are unrestrained. No one has the virtue of a king, and there are few honorable officials." Your talent is not enough to bear the weight of the country, let alone become the enemy of the Han Dynasty!"
Liu Chengyou smiled a little, knowing that Zhong Mo was talking about the "eternal Ci Emperor".
"Hmph!" After snorting twice, Liu Chengyou said calmly: "Even if it's Li Hongji, what can he do? Can he turn the world around?"
"Your Majesty is extremely arrogant, and what he said is right! The general trend of the world is beyond human power, let alone a short talent?" Zhong Mo complimented.
Paying attention to the emperor's dull expression, Zhong Mo continued to describe the subsequent situation: "After this great change, the ruler of the country was so sad, so sad, and in poor health that he could not even have a banquet. He took refuge in the palace and entrusted all state affairs to Feng Yansi. Brothers and other ministers."
"I heard that Han Xizai was dismissed from office?" Liu Chengyou chuckled.
"Exactly!" Zhong Mo reported: "Feng Yansi and others impeached Han Xizai because he had frequent contacts with the deposed prince. The king accepted the impeachment letter and dismissed him from office, retaining only his salary. Now, Jinling's state affairs are all under investigation. Because of the Feng brothers, Han Xizai's reform policy was greatly rectified and abolished. Xu Xuan, Mao Wenxi and other ministers were suppressed, resulting in political turmoil and people's livelihood unrest..."
"This Han Xizai is so pitiful and pathetic!" Liu Chengyou expressed emotion from the perspective of an outsider.
"Han Gong seems to have lost his heart and ambition after being hit by this. Before I left Jinling, I heard that he lived in the mansion all day long, feasting and having fun, playing and singing every night..." Zhong Mo said.
Smiling, Liu Chengyou looked at Zhong Mo and said to him: "I have gained a lot from what Zhong Qing said. I also understand your loyalty to me and the great man. I can stay in Tokyo for a few more days. Let’s go back and do as we always have after returning south! I will definitely live up to my expectations in the future!”
"Yes!" Zhong Mo looked happy, stood up and prostrated.
"In addition, I ordered people to prepare some supplements. You can take them back with you and give them to Li Jing as a return gift from me!" Liu Chengyou said. Well, a few supplements can be exchanged for a car and ship full of gold and silver. This transaction is worth it.
"By the way, I would like to express my condolences to him. I hope he takes care of himself!" After a pause, Liu Chengyou said playfully: "I hope I can see him again in my lifetime..."
"As you command!"
After thinking for a while, Liu Chengyou's expression suddenly became serious and he said leisurely: "Does Zhong Qing know about the Sichuan-Sichuan Rebellion?"
"I heard something!" Zhong Mo was a little puzzled.
Liu Chengyou said: "I heard that you contacted some Jinling nobles and officials who were Xianghan. This is a good thing. However, I hope you can think more about the Sichuan-Sichuan Rebellion and regard it as my warning... ..."