Five years as county magistrate, hundreds of millions of kilograms of grain shocked Li Shimin Chapter 177 The dispute over the candidate for the governor of Liaozhou
Chapter 177 The dispute over the candidate for the governor of Liaozhou
Chapter 177: The dispute over the selection of Liaozhou governor
Who will take his place?
Fang Yuan fell into deep contemplation on this issue.
As Zhang San and others left, news of the emperor's decree spread.
In this imperial edict, only four people, Fang Yuan, Li Danqiu, and Xue Bowu, were appointed officials.
Others give verbal praise, or reward some money, etc.
In fact, it's not that they don't grant titles, but that the imperial court only grants titles to important people, and Fang Yuan rewards the rest.
But Fang Yuan is now seriously injured and is in bed, so the promotion and salary increase for others have been postponed for the time being and can only be discussed after Fang Yuan recovers.
As the news of the imperial edict spread, every aristocratic family in Liaozhou City was shocked, knowing that Fang Yuan was going to be promoted to Chang'an as a county magistrate!
Although it sounds like a demotion when a governor becomes a county magistrate, it is an order from Chang'an. The county magistrate is under the control of the emperor. You only need to obey the emperor's orders.
With this status, those second-rank ministers, third-rank ministers, fourth-rank ministers, etc. in Chang'an City, and even the emperor's relatives have to give Chang'an Order a little face.
The most important thing is that the officials can no longer control Fang Yuan’s promotion!
He is not the fourth grade, but he has the privileges and glory that are only available to the fourth grade.
"Master, every aristocratic family in the city wants to congratulate you. Do you want to invite them in?"
Hong Xu came in to report.
The aristocratic families in Liaozhou are not Zhang San and others, and they don’t just want to see Fang Yuan.
They can only enter Fang Yuan's hall and wait until Fang Yuan is sure to see them before they can come in.
"Let them in."
Fang Yuan pondered for a moment and said calmly.
Hong Xu left, and soon Liu Yongshou, Xue Wenbo and others came in.
"Prefect Fang, congratulations!"
"Once you enter the imperial city, you will be able to fish into the sea, and your future will be limitless!"
Liu Yongshou and others congratulated.
They never expected that Fang Yuan would be promoted.
He was promoted from a small county magistrate to the governor of Liaozhou, and less than a year later, he was promoted to the magistrate of Chang'an again.
With such a fast speed, throughout their family, there has never been such a fast promotion speed, setting a record in the Tang Dynasty.
"Thank you."
"Please forgive me for not being able to get up to greet you."
Fang Yuan smiled slightly and said softly.
"It should."
"We understand."
"Prince Fang should pay attention to his health."
Everyone spoke one after another.
Even the small room was almost packed with people.
Not only local aristocratic families such as Liu Yongshou and Xue Wenbo have arrived.
Foreign aristocratic families such as Ye Chengmin and Zhao Yuanzhi also all arrived.
I don’t know if it’s a tacit understanding or if they came together and worked together.
"I heard that you all gathered together yesterday. What did you talk about?"
Fang Yuan said with a half-smile.
The meetings of these aristocratic families are very strict, and people from Fang Yuan cannot eavesdrop on their news.
But with so many aristocratic families meeting together, Fang Yuan can still grasp this information.
Judging from their urine, they probably talked about leaving Liaozhou again.
"At that time we discussed whether to organize people to support you."
"Unexpectedly, I heard the explosion and then won the victory. I was very excited."
"Chief Fang is really a nobleman of our Liaozhou. Having you in Liaozhou is really a blessing to our Liaozhou!"
Liu Yongshou smiled and flattered him.
Except Xue Wenbo turned his head away, everyone else followed suit.
Naturally, after the war is won, they will not admit that they wanted to escape from Liaozhou City before.
After this time, Liaozhou has completely established its reputation on Hedong Road, and Liaozhou City will definitely become better in the future.
What's more important is that Fang Yuan is about to leave, so they can slowly take control of Liaozhou's resources and become theirs.
If you offend Fang Yuan at this time, it would be a great loss if Fang Yuan drives him away as if you are happy to hear about the Pei family.
"Haha, what do you want from me?"
Fang Yuan didn’t believe their lies.
But he did not continue to pursue it.
There is no point in holding on to such a trivial matter.
"No, I mainly want to check on you."
Liu Yongshou and others looked at each other and finally said.
In fact, they all have small thoughts, but there are too many people.
"Since you have nothing to say, I have something to say."
"Please go out first. I need to speak to Governor Fang alone about my words."
Xue Wenbo said hummingly.
After saying that, he walked directly in front of everyone and drove them out.
"You, how can you do this?"
Liu Yongshou was immediately dissatisfied.
But Xue Wenbo didn't care about him and drove everyone out rudely.
Everyone just said that there was nothing wrong, and they were too embarrassed to force themselves to stay, and were eventually kicked out of Fang Yuan's room.
Xue Wenbo closed the door smoothly, returned to Fang Yuan's bed and brought a stool to sit on.
"President Fang, I guess you know that I am a very forthright person, so I will speak out."
"Do you have a candidate for the position of Liaozhou governor? Can you sell me the Fenyin Xue family?"
"You can ask for money. In addition, when you go to Chang'an City, my Fenyin Xue family's branch in Chang'an City can be your ally and help you with anything except rebellion."
Xue Wenbo said directly.
As he spoke, his eyes stared at Fang Yuan.
This time, he and other aristocratic families came here because they actually wanted to be the governor of Liaozhou.
Liaozhou is different now, with the foundation laid by Fang Yuan and the community being developed.
After their publicity some time ago, all the refugees who moved in wanted one.
This is equivalent to them not even starting to sell, but they are already sure that they can sell out and make a profit.
Among them, there are 40,000 to 50,000 refugees in Liaozhou. If we can earn all the money from these people, it will be a great fortune.
Naturally, Liaozhou now has far more than these, there are also cement roads, etc., which will also be the possibility for Liaozhou to become the center of Hedong Road in the future.
The more important thing is naturally the position of Liaozhou governor.
It is equivalent to one person in their family being promoted from county magistrate to governor, which greatly enhances the family's strength.
Because Fang Yuan wiped out thousands of Eastern Turks and guarded Liaozhou in trouble, the imperial court would consider Fang Yuan's meritorious service and recommend him without any hindrance.
"I will take Mr. Xue's words to heart."
"If I choose Mr. Xue, I will definitely tell Mr. Xue."
Fang Yuan did not refuse, but he also did not agree.
I believe that besides Xue Wenbo, there will be others who also want to trade like this.
If you can't find a suitable person to arrange it for you, then it's okay to sell it.
"Okay, then I won't disturb your rest."
Xue Wenbo nodded heavily and stood up to leave.
He understood that he should be the first to make an offer.
It is possible that Fang Yuan has his own candidate, or he makes an estimate, etc.
"Walk slowly."
Fang Yuan nodded.
As soon as Xue Wenbo opened the door, he saw Liu Yongshou and others waiting at the door.
As soon as he saw Xue Wenbo coming in, Liu Yongshou immediately rushed into Fang Yuan's room and closed the door.
Like Xue Wenbo, he also wanted the position of governor of Liaozhou, and he also offered generous rewards.
After Liu Yongshou left, Ye Chengmin came in...
In the end, six people successively offered different conditions to Fang Yuan.
Each has its own asking price, and they are all very generous.
After they left, Fang Yuan thought he could finally be clean.
Unexpectedly, the county magistrates from the four counties also came to report on their work and visit.
Su Chen from Liaoshan County was the first to arrive. After a brief concern, he explained his intention.
"Prefect Fang, His Highness the Crown Prince wants you to be the governor and invites you to become his crown prince's family minister."
Su Chen said truthfully.
"Your Highness the Crown Prince?"
Fang Yuan was surprised.
There is actually a prince in the county you govern?
Not long ago, Sima Yang Sina said that he was the son of the third prince Li Ke.
Now Liaoshan County Magistrate Su Chen said that he is the son of Prince Li Chengqian.
What is the situation? There are actually two princes in a small Liaozhou?
At this moment, Fang Yuan vaguely felt the intensity of the overt and covert struggle between the two princes.
"It is His Royal Highness the Crown Prince."
Su Chen’s respectful response should be.
He is from Prince Li Chengqian.
Prince Li Chengqian arranged to take up a post in Liaozhou.
"Is His Royal Highness forced to do so?"
Fang Yuan pondered for a moment and said.
"Um..."
"No, it's just a discussion."
Su Chen was stunned and looked at Fang Yuan in surprise.
After thinking about it, it seems that Prince Li Chengqian did not force him.
He is just the governor of Liaozhou, and His Highness the Crown Prince does not take him too seriously.
"I understand."
"What is the current situation in Liaoshan County?"
Fang Yuan nodded slightly and asked about the situation in Liaoshan County.
Liaoshan County is the closest county to Liaozhou City, and it will definitely be the most affected.
"The situation in Liaoshan is stable."
"Prefect Fang, how do you reply to His Highness the Crown Prince's message?"
Su Chen was stunned again.
After answering Fang Yuan's words, he asked again.
He had to ask Fang Yuan clearly what he meant and then write a reply to Li Chengqian.
"I'm feeling a little unwell. I'll answer this question later. You should go back first."
Fang Yuan frowned slightly and said calmly.
"But..."
Su Chen still wanted to ask more questions.
But he was interrupted by Fang Yuan's hand.
Opening his mouth, Su Chen could only sigh and leave.
Not long after, Zhou Kaile and the others also came over, greeted Fang Yuan one after another and left.
Finally, Yang Sina came again and extended an olive branch on behalf of the third prince Li Ke, and the treatment was even better than that offered by Li Chengqian.
But again, Fang Yuan did not agree, changed the topic, and asked him to go back to work, etc.
Compared with Su Chen, Yang Sinan is obviously more sensible.
After learning that Fang Yuan didn't want to talk, he immediately stopped asking.
After Yang Sina left, it gradually became dark and no one else came.
Fang Yuan fell into deep thought again.
To be honest, this promotion to Chang'an Order did not bring much excitement to Fang Yuan, but instead caused him a lot of worries.
Although the Chang'an Order is at the top of the fifth rank, if Liaozhou develops in another year or two, it can actually be promoted to an intermediate state, and the post of governor will be promoted to the lower rank of the fifth rank.
It is not impossible to take one or two years to settle down, develop Liaozhou and consolidate its own strength.
But there are also disadvantages.
That is, after the next promotion, Liaozhou’s things will still be left to the next person, and it is almost impossible for him to take full control.
From this aspect, it is better to be promoted to Chang'an City, because if you can be an official for a lifetime in Chang'an City, you don't have to move to other places, and you can develop in Liaozhou City for a long time.
This is the advantage among the disadvantages.
So when faced with the promotion, although Fang Yuan was not very excited, he did not refuse. He was already determined to be promoted to Chang'an City.
At this moment, the door was pushed open with a creak.
Zhao Zixuan brought food to Fang Yuan, and Yang Xiulan followed behind.
"This girl Xuan'er is vying to bring you food."
Yang Xiulan explained as soon as she entered the door.
Originally it was Hongxu or Qinggao who delivered food to Fang Yuan.
But Zhao Zixuan insisted strongly and almost lost her temper, but in the end Hong Xu Qing Ao gave in to her.
"Aunt Zhao, what do you think of Liaozhou compared with Langzhou?"
Suddenly an idea flashed in Fang Yuan's mind, and he thought of a person.
"Liaozhou is much better than Langzhou."
"This place is full of life and is much bigger than Langzhou."
Yang Xiulan was stunned for a moment, then thought about it and answered.
It has been nearly a month since she was brought to Liaozhou City by Fang Yuan.
During this time, she did not stay completely in Fang Mansion, but went around with Mrs. Li.
Perhaps in comparison, they have been to more places than Fang Yuan, and they have visited four counties.
"If..."
Fang Yuan was immediately ready to explain the situation.
But at this time, Zhao Zixuan was sitting beside Fang Yuan's bed.
"Brother Yuan, didn't you see someone bringing you food?"
Zhao Zixuan said angrily.
She happily brought food to Fangyan.
But as soon as he entered the door, Fang Yuan's attention was focused on his mother.
Is your relationship with your mother better than yours?
"Oh, sorry, I forgot in the excitement."
"Thank you for bringing me food."
Fang Yuan smiled and comforted.
He knew that Zhao Zixuan was a little naughty, so he just wanted to comfort her a little.
"Yeah, that's right."
"Come, I'll feed you."
Zhao Zixuan smiled, no longer angry.
She picked up the rice bowl and was about to feed Fang Yuan.
"Don't worry, I'll talk to your mother first."
Fang Yuan waved his hand and said.
"No!"
"How about you talk while eating."
Zhao Zixuan said with a straight face.
Fang Yuan's health is not good yet, so he has to pay attention to what he eats and drinks.
Talking about things can slow things down, but eating can't, so she stuffed it directly into Fang Yuan's mouth.
Fang Yuan sighed and could only open his mouth to eat.
Yang Xiulan looked on and covered her mouth with a smile.
The more I look at it, the more I feel that Fang Yuan and his daughter look like a couple.
"Aunt Zhao, the imperial court wants to promote me to the rank of Chang'an Order now, and the position of governor of Liaozhou will be vacant."
"Liaozhou will be promoted to Zhongzhou in less than two years. I think, how about I recommend Uncle Zhao to become the governor of Liaozhou?"
Fang Yuan said in a deep voice.
Zhao Yingcai is Fang Yuan’s noble person.
For Fang Yuan to be where he is today, it can be said that Zhao Yingcai ranks first.
I didn’t think of Zhao Yingcai just now because Zhao Yingcai was too far away from me.
Now when I see Yang Xiulan and her daughter, I immediately remember that there is such a person beside me...
Zhao Yingcai must be qualified. He is the governor himself and has been the governor in Langzhou for several years.
"Is...is this good?!"
Yang Xiulan was immediately shocked.
Would you give such an important position to your husband?
For a moment, Zhao Yingcai was moved and felt even more guilty.
She looked down on Fang Yuan before, but she didn't expect that Fang Yuan would support Zhao Yingcai in return.
Fortunately, I didn't have too much trouble with Fang Yuan before, otherwise we wouldn't be in today's situation, and he might not be able to take care of himself.
"Very good."
"As long as you convince him."
Fang Yuan said solemnly.
Because Zhao Yingcai is a perseverant person and does not accept big gifts from others easily.
When Fang Yuan was in Wuling County, he wanted to help him build cement roads to all counties in Langzhou, but he refused. He only wanted one road.
He would probably refuse such a big gift from the governor of Liaozhou, so Fang Yuan first chatted with Yang Xiulan and then let Yang Xiulan convince him.
"Okay!"
"I'll convince him!"
"Fang Yuan, thank you, Aunt Zhao, thank you!"
Yang Xiulan became choked and said.
This is a great favor, a great favor from heaven.
She is not a little girl who doesn’t understand anything.
It can be said that the Yang family was born in Hongnong and has seen the world.
If your guess is correct, so many people came here today because of the position of Liaozhou governor.
Presumably many people would offer Fang Yuan a price, but Fang Yuan still thought about his husband, and the kindness was so great.
"You're welcome. Uncle Zhao has been kind to me and I have always regarded him as one of my family members."
Fang Yuan smiled and said.
He was born as a refugee and started in Tiankeng.
If it weren’t for Zhao Yingcai’s initial support, I wouldn’t be where I am now.
"Yeah, okay, okay!"
Yang Xiulan is still very grateful.
He wiped the tears from his eyes with his little hand.
"Hehe, brother Yuan, there is no need to treat us as a family."
"If you marry me, we will truly be a family."
Zhao Zixuan smiled and her eyes were slightly red.
She saw Fang Yuan's family in her eyes and felt happy.
"Go aside."
Fang Yuan rolled his eyes at her and said.
I am going to take the meal and eat it myself, but I want to send her out.
But Zhao Zixuan took it back and wanted to feed Fang Yuan herself, her attitude was very tough.
"Then I will write him a letter when I get back tonight?"
Yang Xiulan asked with a smile when she saw the two of them.
She wanted to ask Fang Yuan how to write the letter and when to write it.
There is a man in the family, so she habitually relies on him and also on Fang Yuan.
"No, I'll have someone take you back tomorrow, and you can convince Uncle Zhao face to face."
Fang Yuan pondered for a moment, shook his head and said.
The time it takes to send the letter back is about the same as the time it takes for the person to return.
It would be better to send Yang Xiulan back and let Yang Xiulan convince him face to face.
"Would it waste too much time?"
Yang Xiulan asked.
It takes at least five days to get from Liaozhou to Langzhou, and ten days for the round trip.
"It's okay, the emperor asked me to get in good health before reporting."
Fang Yuan waved his hand and said.
There is no time limit for imperial edicts.
The eunuch who passed the order means no more than three months.
Because the imperial edict was not only for Fang Yuan, the imperial edict was read out at the governor's office.
"Okay."
"Then I'll leave tomorrow!"
Yang Xiulan nodded heavily.
She obeys Fang Yuan’s arrangements.
"Then I won't go back yet."
"Anyway, dad should have moved back to Liaozhou."
Zhao Zixuan said immediately.
She wants to stay with Fang Yuan.
I don’t want to run back and forth, it’s too tiring.
Based on my father's attitude towards my mother, I should agree.
Yang Xiulan did not speak, but looked at Fang Yuan.
"You can go back with me too."
"It is easier for two people to persuade each other to succeed."
"You don't want your father to miss such a good opportunity, right?"
Fang Yuan pondered for a moment and said.
"Oh."
Zhao Zixuan pursed her lips, and finally nodded reluctantly.
Yang Xiulan watched, and the more she watched, the more satisfied she became with Fang Yuan, and the more she wanted to betroth Zhao Zixuan to Fang Yuan.
In this way, Yang Xiulan and her daughter left Liaozhou City at dawn the next day.
As time went by, three days passed in the blink of an eye. Fang Yuan almost recovered and got out of bed.
Under Fang Yuan's leadership, the four city gates of Liaozhou were renovated, expanded in size, etc.
A few days later, Zhao Yingcai wrote a letter, willing to accept Fang Yuan's recommendation.
At this point, Fang Yuan has decided on the candidate for the governor of Liaozhou.
Xue Wenbo and others are still waiting for Fang Yuan's reply.
Soon, Fang Yuan recommended the successor to the imperial court and determined the time of taking office as Chang'an Order.
Fang Yuan is about to go to the imperial capital of Chang'an City.