Chapter 164 Court Praise, Difficulties and Opportunities
Chapter 164: Court Praise, Difficulties and Opportunities
The number of refugees in Liaozhou will increase every day.
And it almost increased by multiples.
On the first day, there were only more than 200 refugees.
By the next day, the number of refugees had grown to more than 400.
On the third day, the number jumped to more than 800, and they continued to come.
On the fourth day, Fang Yuan received a commendation from the imperial court, asking him to continue to provide disaster relief. This also made Fang Yuan understand why the number of refugees increased exponentially.
"Zun Zhou, this compliment from the imperial court has greatly increased our burden."
Zhang San said with a crying face.
As far as he knows, more refugees are coming this way.
The refugees originally had no direction to flee, but now they are all flocking to Liaozhou.
There are estimated to be hundreds of thousands of them, how can they be accommodated?
Even if it is a mountain, it will be empty?
"In one city and four counties in Liaozhou, who doesn't sell grain?"
Fang Yuan said with a solemn expression.
Indeed, the benefits of the court's praise are not seen, but the disadvantages are revealed.
According to this sudden increase, within ten days, Liaozhou will not have enough food to provide disaster relief.
"Except for the three in Leping County, all the others are for sale, but I don't know if they are really sold for 30%."
Zhang San took out the statistical list, looked through it and said.
These days, there are only two main jobs in one city and four counties in Liaozhou.
One is to purchase food from aristocratic families and merchants, and the other is to provide disaster relief to refugees.
"Send an order to Wang Wenshu and order him to take people to drive those three aristocratic families out of Liaozhou."
"If they still want to stay, they need to provide 50% of the food, free of charge!"
Fang Yuan said coldly.
Liaozhou does not allow a family that does not give him any face.
If you are disobedient, get out of Liaozhou, as far away as possible.
"Yes!"
Zhang Sanying is.
Arrange someone to handle it immediately.
"Zheng Jiu, go call Xue Bowu, let's go out of the city!"
Fang Yuan thought for a while and said in a deep voice.
It has been five days since the refugees appeared.
The number of refugees has reached nearly 2,000, and it’s time for me to show my face.
Look at the situation of the refugees, look at the disaster relief situation of the state officials, look at the order, etc.
"Yes."
Zheng Jiu leaves.
Soon, Xue Bowu arrived.
Fang Yuan set out and brought a group of officials from the state capital with him.
Outside the city gate of Liaozhou, refugees are pouring in in groups.
The refugees who have arrived are building their tents with the help of security guards and state officials.
There are densely packed green tents at the city gate, which are the "houses" of the refugees.
There was a bang.
Liaozhou city gate opens again.
The refugees outside the city immediately stopped what they were doing and looked at the city gate.
Some refugees looked at the bustling Liaozhou City, swallowed, and wanted to rush into Liaozhou City.
But at this moment, Fang Yuan and others walked out slowly wearing official clothes, interrupting their thoughts.
"Fang Yuan, the governor of Liaozhou, along with officials from the state government, came to visit all the folks!"
The city guard captain ordered the soldiers to shout on the city wall.
The voices of dozens of soldiers rang out in unison, and the refugees outside the city could hear them.
"Meet the Governor!"
State officials and security guards who maintained order and helped with work were the first to salute.
"Meet the Governor!"
Seeing this, the refugees also saluted.
Some grateful people immediately fell to their knees on the ground and cried loudly.
"Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu My benefactor, my benefactor, the Governor, is alive."
The sound was so pitiful that many refugees choked and cried.
More refugees knelt down to Fang Yuan, thanking him for his life-saving grace.
"No courtesy, no courtesy for all of you!"
Fang Yuan choked up.
Quickly walked towards the kneeling old woman and helped her up.
The refugees all looked miserable, their clothes had been soaked by the flood, and their bodies exuded a foul smell.
The old woman stood up following Fang Yuan's help, but still held Fang Yuan's hand tightly, tears filled her eyes, and she kept saying words of gratitude.
Fang Yuan spoke politely to the old woman, then separated from her and led everyone to walk on the cement road to watch.
The refugee tents are set up on both sides of the cement road, which is used for normal traffic.
Although the refugee camps on both sides are somewhat far apart, you can still smell the stench.
Occasionally, you can see some feces, which is very disgusting.
"Zhang San, please order people to build some huts in the distance."
"It's disgusting that they urinate and defecate everywhere like this."
Fang Yuan frowned and said in a deep voice.
Refugees bring many problems.
The expenditure on food alone is not included.
These situations before us also have a great impact on the environment.
In the event of death, a plague may occur.
The states and counties are unwilling to accept them, which shows that there will be many problems.
"Yes!"
"I'll ask someone to take them to the Guzhang River to clean themselves and then come back."
Zhang Sanying is.
He also thinks it's disgusting here.
"Also, pay attention to the issue of order."
"The more people there are, the bigger the problem will be. Except for family members, men and women are not allowed to live together!"
Fang Yuan said in a deep voice.
Each tent can accommodate seven or eight people.
At the beginning, there were few people, and it was no problem for one or two people to live in one room.
But the number of refugees is increasing too fast, and the construction of tents will soon run out of steam.
"Okay."
Zhang San continued to respond.
Everyone continues to observe the situation here.
suddenly,
There was a noise near the city gate.
Fang Yuan and others looked back and found that three refugees broke into the city gate and were stopped by the city guards.
"Let me go, let me go, I want to go to the city, I want to go to the city!"
The stopped refugees made a loud noise, which attracted more refugees to move.
The refugees who had started working stopped their work and looked towards the city gate.
"Zun Zun, shall we retreat?"
Zhang San said worriedly.
Other officials are also extremely worried.
There are too many refugees here. If there is a riot, they will be trampled to pieces.
"No need."
Fang Yuan shook his head and said calmly.
Sure enough, this kind of thing still happens.
If there are too many refugees, anything will happen.
Just like the forest is big, there are all kinds of birds.
Fang Yuantiao showed up today to solve similar problems.
Now that a problem has arisen, just solve it.
At this time, there were not many refugees, and they were not very hungry, so they could understand the truth.
It is far easier to establish rules at this time than to wait for more refugees to come.
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"Set up a stage and escort them here!"
Fang Yuan ordered.
Zheng Jiu immediately hurried to execute the order.
"Let me go, I want to go to the city!"
"Folks, take action, we will be saved once we enter the city!"
"There are delicious food and sheltered houses in the city, so we don't have to be homeless anymore!"
The detained refugees roared loudly.
Their words attracted more refugees, and more refugees were ready to move.
But still no one moved. They still had sense and knew that Fang Yuan was here. They also knew that the city gate could be closed at any time.
This place is one mile away from the city gate, and the time they spent running to the city gate was enough to close the door more than a dozen times.
Soon, a high platform was successfully built.
The three refugees were tied up and pressed on top.
Fang Yuan walked onto the high platform under the eyes of everyone.
"Let me go, I want to go to the city!"
"What right do you have to arrest us? We have not broken the law!"
The three of them were detained, but they still refused to accept it.
"If the three of them break into Liaozhou City, do you know what you will face?"
Fang Yuan ignored them.
Instead, speak out to all refugees.
The scene was very quiet, so Fang Yuan’s voice spread widely.
Nearly two thousand refugees present could hear Fang Yuan’s words.
But they were puzzled by Fang Yuan's words and didn't know what they were facing.
"If the three of them break into Liaozhou City, then Liaozhou City will close its gates and no more disaster relief will be provided. No one will care whether you are alive or dead."
Fang Yuan said loudly again.
The stern expression is intimidating.
As soon as the words fell, the refugees on the scene changed into an uproar.
Their faces couldn't help showing a look of fear.
If Liaozhou City does not provide disaster relief, what will they eat? Can they still survive?
"It's not just them!"
"If any of you break into the city, the city gates will be closed and no disaster relief will be provided!"
Fang Yuan continued.
I don't care at all about their panic.
"You, you obviously don't want to rescue us or give us delicious food!"
"We just want to go to the city, we just want to go to the city, not live here like pigs and dogs!"
The three refugees being held in custody loudly retorted.
Their words once again aroused the sympathy of the refugees present.
They don't want to live here, and they don't want to live like pigs and dogs.
It’s so difficult here. I only have one bowl of porridge every day, and I have to sleep in a tent.
"What about after entering the city?"
"After entering the city, will you rob the people in the city of food and houses?"
Fang Yuan asked rhetorically.
The three refugees being held were instantly silenced.
The same was true for the people below the high platform, with a look of shame on their faces.
They are not the common people of Liaozhou City. What will happen if they have no money after entering?
"Think about the places you have traveled before. Is there any place willing to give you food?"
"Liaozhou provides disaster relief to you without asking for gratitude, but you still want to break into the city. It's so chilling."
Fang Yuan said sadly.
Fortunately, the refugees at this time can still listen.
The refugees who arrive in a few days may not be able to listen.
The refugees showed shameful expressions and no longer wanted to break in.
"Then, will you keep us here forever?"
The three refugees being held still refused to accept it.
They want to go to the city and don't want to live like pigs and dogs outside the city.
As for whether we will rob other people's things after entering, we will talk about it after entering.
When the other refugees heard this, they were filled with sadness, tears streaming down their cheeks, and their faces full of dejection.
Their homes have been flooded, and they don’t know when the water will recede before they can go back.
Maybe I can never go back...
"Taking this opportunity, I tell you that Liaozhou City will not keep you here forever!"
"Starting today, Liaozhou City will select two hundred people to work in the city every day."
"Those who are selected to go to the city can stay in the city and earn a living and settle down by working!"
Fang Yuan continued.
This time, the refugees were in an uproar again.
Their tearful eyes burst with infinite hope.
Everyone was very excited, as if they were suddenly full of hope for life.
There are two hundred people every day, and they can be selected quickly.
They can still settle down!
"But, keep order!"
"If something like this happens today, Liaozhou will no longer welcome you!"
Fang Yuan's expression changed in the blink of an eye, and he said in a deep voice.
Then he took a step forward and kicked a refugee down.
The refugee who was kicked made a sound and then fell to the ground.
Fortunately, the platform was not high, so his life was not in danger, but he was also injured.
The pain was so painful that he screamed repeatedly and couldn't stand up.
The refugees were in an uproar.
They were all frightened by this scene.
In the panic of the refugees, the other two were also kicked off by Fang Yuan.
One of the refugees broke his leg because he was tied up.
"If you want to make a living in the city, you should regulate yourself and others well."
"If there is a crime or illegal trespassing, not only will we no longer provide disaster relief, we will no longer select people to go in."
Fang Yuan said coldly.
The conditions have been stated, and Tianzao has also been left behind.
I believe that most people will follow it, and those who don’t will probably be asked to follow it.
At any time, people tend to move in a direction that is beneficial to themselves.
It is about their future, I believe not many people dare to disobey.
"I will obey the order of the Governor!"
Among the refugees, someone suddenly shouted loudly.
Fang Yuan looked over and didn't see who it was yet. More refugees also shouted loudly.
"I will obey the order of the Governor!"
Shoutings rang out among the refugees.
Fang Yuan's plan was finally realized and he stepped down the ladder.
"Zun Zhou, will this have any negative impact?"
"I'm afraid someone will bring me to the court."
Zhang San approached Fang Yuan in panic.
He pointed at the three screaming refugees on the ground and whispered.
Although this kind of bullying of refugees can serve as a deterrent, it may leave consequences.
"It's a piece of cake!"
"The next step is to trouble you to keep an eye on the selectors!"
Fang Yuan glanced at them and said casually.
What he cares more about now is the selection of two hundred people every day.
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The population of Liaozhou City is too small and there are very few talents. This is an opportunity.
From the moment Fang Yuan decided to provide disaster relief, he decided to absorb talents from these refugees.
There may be few talents, but among thousands of people you can always select talents.
There are other new forces that can be slowly absorbed into one city and three counties in Liaozhou to serve as the population.
Liaozhou, which was originally lower state, will become Zhongzhou or even upper state if used properly.
Of course, the premise is that this disaster relief can pass smoothly.
"Yes!"
Zhang San’s deep voice should be.
He is one of the few who knows Fang Yuan's plan.
He strongly supports Fang Yuan's desire to introduce more people.
The only worry is that more and more refugees will come to Liaozhou and they will not be able to support them.
It’s all the fault of the imperial court, what kind of praise can you get?
As a result, all the refugees flocked to Liaozhou, which put great pressure on them.
"I'll leave this to you!"
Fang Yuan nodded solemnly.
With Zhang San here, he feels relieved.
Afterwards, Fang Yuan took Yang Sina and others back.
"Listen up, today we will choose fifty literate people, fifty prostitutes, and a hundred strong people!"
"There's no need to rush, there's no need to crowd. If you can't choose today, there will be ones you can choose tomorrow. Everyone is queuing up to register their status!"
"Don't cheat. We will check during the selection. If there is a problem during the check, your turn will be postponed for ten days!"
Zhang San ordered people to bring in some tables.
He takes one seat and the others take one.
People came in droves to quickly register their status.
"Sir, if only I are chosen, what will happen to my wife and children?"
A refugee asked.
When the other refugees heard this, they immediately pricked up their ears to listen.
Most of them fled with their families.
"If we can confirm the relationship, we can bring the whole family in!"
Zhang San pondered for a moment and announced to everyone.
When everyone heard this, they were immediately excited, and the whole family hugged each other excitedly.
"Remember, these are the favors the Governor has shown you, so please remember the kindness of the Governor!"
Zhang San patted the table and said seriously.
"The Governor is kind!"
"The governor is the great master Qingtian!"
All the refugees are grateful.
Some even knelt on the ground to thank Fang Yuan.
Seeing this, Zhang San nodded with satisfaction and immediately registered their information.
During the process of registering information, Zhang San asked many questions.
For example, when it comes to building toilets, they need to pay attention to hygiene, etc.
Also, special emphasis is placed on setting an example for future victims and informing them to follow the rules.
......
Fang Yuan returned to the city.
My mood gradually became heavy.
In just five days, two thousand people have already arrived.
Just standing on the high platform, I could see many refugees pouring in.
I believe it will be four thousand tomorrow, eight thousand the day after tomorrow, and then over ten thousand...
There are so many people, it’s really overwhelming!
"Go and notify the aristocratic families and business owners in the city to come for a meeting!"
Fang Yuan said in a deep voice.
When we returned to the Governor's Mansion, the bosses of various aristocratic families and trading firms had also arrived.
"President Fang, aren't you worried that Liaozhou won't be able to hold on?"
Ye Chengmin frowned and asked.
They already know the praise from the imperial court.
As a result, more and more refugees are coming here.
We were also checking their information and found out these things.
Liaozhou City is not completely closed, and there will be time periods for entry and exit.
After finishing speaking, Ji Rufeng and others also looked at Fang Yuan with worries in their eyes.
They have invested a lot of money and energy in Liaozhou, and it is not like there are problems in Liaozhou.
"Don't worry, I'm more worried about this problem than you are."
Fang Yuan smiled calmly.
The confident look makes them relax a little.
"Chief Ye, Mr. Liu, what is the current price of workers in your community?"
Fang Yuan looked at the two people and asked.
Their community has been built to the fourth floor and is under rapid construction.
"Thirty dollars a month."
Liu Yongshou immediately said with dissatisfaction.
It was Fang Yuan who raised the wages in Liaozhou.
"I have seen your community and the speed is a little slow."
"Why don't we select some people from the refugees and come over, provide them with food and accommodation, and give them ten dollars for the first three months?"
Fang Yuan thought for a while and said.
Liaozhou needs to absorb more people.
But you don’t just come in casually, you also have to provide them with jobs.
Refugees without jobs will still be refugees when they come in, and they will only affect the development of Liaozhou City.
"Ten dollars?"
"It's not impossible."
"But we only need two hundred people at most."
Liu Yongshou and Ye Chengmin looked at each other and immediately became interested.
They also guessed that Fang Yuan called them here this time because he wanted to give them some manpower.
I originally wanted to refuse because they were short of manpower.
But the wages were so low that I was immediately willing to accept some of them.
"That's okay."
"What about you?"
Fang Yuan nodded with satisfaction.
Then he looked at Ji Rufeng and the others.
Mainly factories, factories can recruit more people.