An ordinary carriage was driving towards the city gate. The carriage looked very ordinary, even a little shabby. The driver was just an old soldier with one arm missing, and there were no people around.
The knights who followed seemed very ordinary among the vehicles coming and going. In front of the gate of Luoyang City, various carriages could be seen, including high-wheel carriages arriving from the Western Regions, and
The back seat is open and the bullock cart moves forward slowly.
Jia Xu was sitting in the carriage, and occasionally looked outside through the curtain. After many years, Luoyang had changed more and more dramatically. He was a little unrecognizable. There were various carriages, donkey carts, even ox carts, and even
There were also pedestrians of all different appearances, even barbarians with yellow hair and blue eyes standing on the roadside, hawking in proficient elegant language. Jia Xu took a sneak peek, and saw that these guys were hawking all kinds of products on the roadside.
Various fruits.
Jia Xu didn't know how they preserved the fruits until this season, but in winter, the temptation of fruits is obviously very strong, attracting the attention of many passers-by. Luoyang is definitely a unique city.
After several generations of continuous construction, this city has become Dahan, or the largest city in the known world of Dahan. Many Western tourists do not even know the name of Dahan, but they know this city called Luoyang.
The number of people in Luoyang has exceeded the total number of some foreign countries. The city continued to be built, but the increase in population far exceeded the city. In the end, Henan Yin Zhugejin still reported to His Majesty, hoping that Luoyang
Liu Xi had no objection to the fact that the city gate of Luoyang could be opened all year round. The Northern Army was stationed outside Luoyang, and there were no other places. Even thieves and bandits could hardly cause trouble around Luoyang.
From now on, all city gates in Luoyang will be open day and night. The curfew system in Luoyang is also a mere fiction. In fact, Luoyang is even more lively at night than during the day. Lanterns everywhere can illuminate Luoyang into a city that never sleeps.
, the number of traders increased. When the city could no longer accommodate them, the roads outside the city became the place for them to do business. Residential houses were built one after another outside Luoyang City. Almost all of Henan Yin was occupied.
The crowd was so crowded that the magistrates of the surrounding counties were a little frightened. They felt that they were about to be annexed by Luoyang!
Jia Xu sat in the carriage, looking at the scenes outside, and sighed. If Luoyang was not dangerous, this would be the most suitable place for him to settle down. It is a good place with everything you need. It's a pity, it's a pity. At this time, Jia Xu
Occasionally, I think of Cui Xu's words. Cui Xu once said that he wanted to tear down the city wall of Luoyang... Only today, Jia Xu just understood what he meant. If Luoyang continues to develop like this, I am afraid that the city wall will become a
Wengcheng...
Just as Jia Xu was thinking about it, the carriage suddenly stopped. Fortunately, the carriage was not moving very fast. Jia Xu only stumbled a bit, which was not serious. Jia Xu was a little suspicious. No, it was not far from the city gate.
More than ten miles? Why was the city wall built so fast? Jia Xu was suspicious, frowning, and listening carefully, she heard the groom say: "Jia Gong...it seems someone is coming to greet..."
Um??
Jia Xu was stunned for a moment and then got out of the carriage.
As soon as Jia Xu got off the carriage, he heard everyone paying homage, "Greetings to Mr. Jia!!" This sound really startled Jia Xu. Jia Xu turned his head and looked ahead. All he saw was the front.
There were many officials standing there, but most of them were young people whom he didn't know at all. These people still bowed and bowed, but did not get up. Then Jia Xu said: "Everyone, please get up."
..."
Everyone then stood up. When they stood up, their eyes were fixed on Jia Xu, with enthusiasm and kindness in their eyes. Jia Xu felt very uncomfortable. He didn't know why these people came, and he didn't even know them.
People, however, he still paid attention in his heart. No matter why these people came, he must stay vigilant. Those who come are not good, and good people will not come. Jia Xu was thinking about it when the handsome young man who led him came forward.
.
"Jia Gong, my subordinate Zhuge Liang, courtesy name Kongming, has been appointed to the post of Da Honglu!"
The young people behind him also introduced each other. They were all young officials in the court. Jia Xu nodded and said with a smile: "So they are disciples of Liu Gong. Yes, yes, they are all Dahonglu. I must
Liu Gong was very happy when he learned about it..." Zhuge Liang was shocked when he heard his words and asked quickly: "Does Gong Jia know my mentor?" Jia Xu nodded and said, "There is some friendship.
"
Zhuge Liang laughed and asked Jia Xu to get on the carriage. Everyone was following him. There were even officials who wanted to drive for him. This made Jia Xu a little frightened. What on earth were these people going to do? To kill?? Jia Xu was thinking.
Thinking about it, he lowered his head and looked senile. Zhuge Liang walked beside him. He could be seen from the car curtain. Jia Xu looked very old, stooped and thin.
Thinking that an old man of this age was still working hard for the Han Dynasty in that bitter and cold place in Xizhou, Zhuge Liang couldn't help but feel a little more admiration in his heart.
The group of people came to the city gate. The soldiers at the city gate naturally knew these high-ranking officials. When they saw that they were escorting the carriage, they dared to conduct interrogation. They immediately let it go and entered Luoyang City. The speed of the carriage also increased.
It slowed down, and Zhuge Liang asked: "Jia Gong, do you want to go to the palace, or do you want to rest for a few days?" Jia Xu coughed and said, "I have been walking for a few months, and I am a little tired.
Just take a day off..."
Zhuge Liang naturally had no objection, and immediately took Jia Xu to a courtyard. This courtyard was usually used to welcome envoys and guests, but now there is nothing wrong with letting Jia Xu stay for a few days.
, entered the courtyard, Zhuge Liang personally supported Jia Xu, entered the house, and arranged everything. Then everyone left, but Zhuge Liang stayed. The two of them sat in the guest room, neither speaking.
"Jia Gong... you are tired..." Zhuge Liang was the first to speak. Jia Xu shook his head and said: "It doesn't count as being tired. It's just that at my age, oh, I really can't stand such fatigue. I
I won’t hide it from you. Recently, my health has been getting worse and worse. I have no one to support me and I can’t even walk. Sometimes, I always forget things..." Jia Xu said, and Zhuge Liang was stunned for a moment, a little worried.
asked:
"I know a famous doctor. Can I invite him to see Mr. Jia?"
"Okay... let me rest for a few days and then I'll go take a look..."
"Master Jia, we didn't think it through when we invited you to Luoyang from Xizhou, and it really made you suffer. However, now there is a vacancy in the position of agriculture minister, and there is no one in the temple who can fill it, except Jia Gong.
Mr. Jia, there is no more suitable candidate. I know everything about Mr. Jia. He is a great and capable minister..." Zhuge Liang praised him, but Jia Xu's expression was really weird. This guy is
Are you praising me or mocking me??
Jia Xu said helplessly: "It's too much praise, it's too much praise. At my age, I don't know if I can do it well..."
"Don't be self-effacing, Mr. Jia! I have read Xizhou's detailed report. I really admire Mr. Jia's talents. Therefore, I am also reporting to your majesty, requesting your majesty to invite Mr. Jia back!!" Zhuge Liang said with a smile.
Jia Xu suddenly raised his head and stared at Zhuge Liang in front of him.
What a fool!! It’s you!!!
I just said that I was staying well in Xizhou. Why did I suddenly receive a letter from the emperor and return to Luoyang? It turns out it was you. I have no enmity with you, so why do you treat me like this?! Jia Xu
He was very angry, but he didn't dare to show it, because from Zhuge Liang's words, he already understood that this person was definitely the confidant of the emperor today. Jia Xu showed a kind face and said with a smile: "Then I really thank you Lang
You’re the king…”
"Jia Gong, don't be polite!"
"Hehehe..."
"Master Jia, I still have many things I want to ask. Unfortunately, I have to go to Jingnan according to your majesty's order. I have never governed the place. Mr. Jia has been in Xizhou all year round. I wonder if you have any advice? I hope Jia Gong can give me some advice."
"Teach me!" Zhuge Liang asked sincerely, his eyes full of enthusiasm. Jia Xu took a deep breath and asked with a smile: "Are you going to Jingnan? It's a good place...Okay, I will teach you,
You have to listen carefully..."
"Thank you very much, Mr. Jia. I hope you can give me some advice!"
"When it comes to governing a place, the most important thing to deal with is the local big families. This is also true in Jingnan. However, most officials, after arriving at the place, will severely punish the local big families to gain the support of the people and use their wealth to
Distributing it to the people will bring about great local governance... Do you think so too?" Jia Xu asked, Zhuge Liang nodded doubtfully and said: "Most of the famous ministers are like this, I think so too, what's the matter?
Isn’t it right?”
"Of course it's not right. Think about it, if the powerful clans can be used well, it will definitely be more useful than eradicating them. After you arrive at the place, you can borrow their power to govern the place. It is best to get familiar with them and get along with them.
They are as close as brothers. In this way, with their help, you will definitely be able to manage the place. Whether it is farming, mulberry trees, Chidao, water conservancy, etc., isn't it much easier for them to come forward than to do it yourself? "
Jia Xu asked back, and Zhuge Liang nodded thoughtfully and said, "After I go there, I will go see if there is such a big family that I can make friends with."
"Well, very good. In addition, these people must be reused. Also, after you arrive at the place, you must get rid of the local prefects, county magistrates and other officials. It is best to replace them with your confidants..."
"Why is this?"
"Think about it, His Majesty sent you there just because the local officials are useless, and he hopes you can change the situation there. If you don't want to interfere with your confidants, will they obey you if you issue various orders? No.
Yes, at least you won't cooperate fully, but if you let your confidants serve as officials in various places, your decrees will be fully implemented. In this way, it will be of great benefit to the local area... What a pity...
", Jia Xu said a few words, but did not speak.
Zhuge Liang asked in confusion: "What's a pity?"
"If you go all out to install cronies, I'm afraid it will arouse the fear of the officials in the court... or it may not be feasible."
Zhuge Liang smiled and said, "It doesn't matter."
"Well, you are very good and courageous. In addition, you must not be polite to the original local officials. They will not obey you if you are blindly gentle. It is best to scare them so that they dare not
Against you!!"
Zhuge Liang listened for a long time, until Jia Xu finished speaking, he stood up, bowed to Jia Xu, and said, "Thank you so much, Mr. Jia!! I know what to do!!"
Jia Xu smiled, looked at Zhuge Liang, and nodded approvingly.