Chapter 1085: Family Outing, Riverside in the Southern Suburbs
Chapter 1085: Family outing, by the river in the southern suburbs
In the next few days, Shen Tang will clear away the backlog of official duties!
However, in the next few days, Shen Tang still couldn't get free time! March is the season for planting crops, and persuading farmers is one of the most important things for a landowner.
Food was the first priority for the people, especially in the feudal society that was based on agriculture. From the emperor to the common people, everyone attached great importance to agriculture! There was even a Da Sinong who specialized in managing agricultural affairs! Moreover, Da Sinong was one of the Nine Qings, with a very high status. high!
The imperial court would also offer sacrifices to heaven at corresponding seasons to pray for good weather!
In addition to their own needs to patrol the countryside and encourage farmers to cultivate mulberry trees, local officials will also send professional agricultural envoys to each county, and each township is responsible for supervising agricultural planting!
In addition, related to encouraging farmers is the construction of water conservancy! The irrigation system in ancient times was not developed, so it basically relied on the sky. This is why most cities were built on the side of water veins! The water conditions Keeping it from flooding and being used by the people is also one of the most important responsibilities of local officials!
After a flood occurred in Chengdu Prefecture last year, Shen Tang ordered the reinforcement of dams at critical locations and the dredging of rivers.
In addition, ditches are led from the main river to the surrounding areas to irrigate farmland!
Shen Tang led the corresponding officials to personally inspect the counties, supervise the agricultural work, and sent orders to the officials in each county to provide convenience to the people. If necessary, the local government should do its best to assist the people.
"My husband is back!"
Finally, after nearly half a month, the inspection of the last county was completed, and Shen Tang returned home exhausted.
Seeing Shen Tang's tanned face and his clothes still stained with mud, Xiang Ling felt a little resentful and even a little distressed!
"Zhu'er, go and prepare hot water and help your husband freshen up!"
While greeting, he helped Shen Tang to sit down in the hall, and poured hot tea for Shen Tang himself!
"Husband, you are already the chief official of a palace, so why do you have to do these things yourself! Moreover, my husband knows a lot about farming. Isn't this just a show?"
Xiangling felt distressed and wiped the sweat from Shen Tang's face with a fragrant handkerchief.
In fact, the Xiangling girls did not interfere with Shen Tang's official affairs. However, seeing their husbands so busy and losing weight, they couldn't help but complain a little.
Shen Tang held Xiang Ling in his arms and said, "Madam, please stop moving now! Husband, this is just a show, but a show also has its own meaning! At least, my move can make other officials cautious and make them cautious. The people see the determination of the government! If everyone in the court would put on a show for similar things, I think the people would be much better off..."
Xiangling pouted and said, "Humph, I don't understand what your husband is saying. I just feel sorry for your hard work! Look, how many free days has your husband had since the Chinese New Year?
This time it’s only been a month and a half, and I’ve lost weight! In this huge Chengdu mansion, you can’t count on your husband alone!”
"Hahaha..." Seeing his wife's little daughter-like appearance, Shen Tang couldn't help but laugh happily. Only in front of him could Xiang Ling be so coquettish!
"My husband has been gone for half a month, but he has hurt my wife. How can I compensate my husband tonight!"
Xiang Ling was so ashamed when she heard this, her pink fist dropped lightly on Shen Tang's body a few times, but she felt a bit hot and expectant again!
"Master, the hot water is ready! Let's wash up first!"
Zhu'er walked in, and Xiangling quickly stood up from Shen Tang's arms, "Husband, go quickly, I'm going to see how Mu Yu and the others are preparing their food!"
The huge bathtub was filled with water vapor, and Shen Tang lay comfortably in it, feeling that all the fatigue in his body was gone! The gentle hands of several little girls pressed on his body, which made Shen Tang a little excited, but , Xiangling and others were still waiting for him to eat, so Shen Tang pointedly kissed several little girls on their fragrant lips before giving up!
"Husband, come quickly!"
Before entering the hall, Mu Yu came out and said, "The food and drinks are ready, just waiting for your husband!"
Shen Tang stepped in, and there were all the women in the hall! Zhao Ling's eyes were fixed on Shen Tang, full of friendship! Wanyan Yue's face was also full of joy, this family, when Shen Tang was not around, even though it was The sisters are harmonious, but they always feel that something is missing. Only when Shen Tang comes back does it feel more like home.
Surrounded by several girls, Shen Tang took the main seat, and the girls also sat down together!
The table full of wine and food was sumptuous and exquisite. You could tell at a glance that the women had made it themselves. Shen Tang had been running around for days. Although it was not possible to share meals and sleep in the open air, it was still extremely hard. Now, facing the delicacies cooked by his lovely wives, Naturally, feast on it!
After paying off a few mouthfuls, the girls all turned their attention to Shen Tang! Someone was pouring wine and some were serving dishes, and Shen Tang was having a great time eating!
"If you have nothing to do tomorrow, my husband will take you out for a spring outing!"
Shen Tang drank another glass of wine and said to the girls with a smile.
"real?"
Several little girls almost jumped for joy!
"My husband has just returned and worked hard. It's better to rest for a few days first!"
Mu Yu said softly.
Shen Tang laughed loudly, "Don't worry, madam, it's the best rest if your husband is with you! It's settled, we will all go on a family trip tomorrow!"
After hearing Shen Tang's words, Mu Yu said nothing more.
"Then where shall we go!"
Yuner asked excitedly.
"I have to ask you, Sister Xiangling. Although I am in charge of the entire Chengdu Mansion, Xiangling has the final say in our family affairs!"
Shen Tang joked.
Xiangling thought for a while, "Let's go to the southern suburbs of the river! Although it's a little remote, there are very few people and the scenery is beautiful! We can play all day long and rest in the wild at night, and we can also let our husband help us fish. , let’s come back the day after tomorrow!”
"good!"
Xiangling's proposal was deemed to have gained everyone's approval!
"After dinner, prepare the things you need to bring tomorrow, and we will set off early tomorrow morning!"
Thinking of the trip tomorrow, everyone's thoughts about eating have faded away! After a few simple bites, everyone went back to organize their things!
There was no talk all night. Early the next morning, at dawn, Shen Tang was woken up from the bed by Xiang Ling and Zhu Er. After washing, he directly brought the prepared food to the carriage. The group of people was Hao. He walked out of the house in a mighty manner and headed towards the South City Gate.
This time the whole family was mobilized, and there were a lot of people! There were nine Xiang Ling and her group of girls, plus a group of guards, a total of twenty or thirty people!
Three carriages filed forward, and Shen Chou and Lei Zheng, with a group of guards, followed on horseback to the left and right of the carriage!