After a year of hard work, the people of Guizhou killed pigs to prepare sacrifices and rejoiced that New Year's Eve was approaching.
After several consecutive years of bumper harvests, they felt that the government had to do a lot of corvee work in recent years, but it was still a good year.
I was born as a commoner, and what I prayed for most was to have enough food and clothing to survive.
It's a bit bitter, but it will pass if you endure it.
The only thing they were worried about was whether their nephews and nephews who had been recruited as soldiers and had just arrived in Hanzhong County were okay.
Are the food and clothing satisfactory?
Are you accustomed to the hardships of Hanzhong Military Camp?
Also, if the clothes, shoes and footwear are damaged, will you mend them yourself?
etc.
Since the autumn grains in all counties and counties in Bashu have been checked into the warehouse this year, soldiers from various tribes in Bashu have rushed to Hanzhong County one after another to station themselves.
The soldiers who had previously been garrisoning in Hanzhong also returned from their rotation and would go with the Prime Minister again next year.
Although there is no news from the court at present, it is claimed that Prime Minister Zhuge Liang will go to Hanzhong to station.
However, in October, the first troops stationed in Hanzhong were personally led by Zhao Yun, the general who conquered the south.
The generals who conquered the south who had been guarding the capital and inside and outside the capital have passed away. Is the time of the Northern Expedition still far away when they wantonly slaughtered the people and kidnapped the wives and daughters of Li concubines to serve as soldiers and soldiers?
As for the Northern Expedition against the Wei Dynasty, who in the imperial court could command the armies except the Prime Minister who came personally?
Zheng Pu, who was walking slowly towards the palace, had already received the transfer order. On the tenth day of the first lunar month after the beginning of spring, he led his army to Hanzhong and stationed in Mianyang County.
Moreover, the number of soldiers and horses he leads now has increased to two battalions.
The bandit Zhang Mu surrendered, and the prime minister granted him the rank of commander of the army, and selected 300 soldiers from among the bandits to join the Xuanwu Army.
The power should be attributed to Jia Zheng Pu's persuasion to surrender and increase the number of households in the country.
The other hundred people were part of Li Qiu.
In August, when Nanzhong rebelled again and all were put down, the imperial court recorded a nephew of Li Hui, the commander-in-chief of Mengmeng, who surrendered to the imperial court as a minister.
Li Hui expressed his gratitude and declined, claiming that he had seen Fu Qian go on a military expedition when he was young, and that his nephew Li Qiu was over fifteen years old, and he admired him very much. He asked the court for permission to allow Li Qiu to lead a hundred people from the Jianning Li family tribe to serve the country in the military expedition!
The prime minister greatly appreciated this act of loyalty to the king and serving the country.
It was also heard that Li Qiu and Fu Qian were quite compatible when they were in Nanzhong, so they sent Li Qiu to Zheng Pu's army and served as a fake Sima.
It is worth mentioning that Zhang Yi, the commander-in-chief of the county, is worth mentioning.
When Zheng Pu returned to Chengdu, he reported his work to the prime minister and even said a few words.
Said: "Pu moved Mianzhu thieves and bandits, old and weak, out of the mountains and forests. They were helped by the captain Zhang Boqi. Seeing that they had the style of a horse governor, we know why the late emperor once said that there is no shortage of talented people in Badi."
The late Emperor Liu Bei lamented that there was no lack of virtuous people in Badi, and naturally he praised Ma Zhong's words, "Although Huang Quan was lost, Hu Du was restored."
Therefore, when the prime minister, who always attached great importance to promoting younger generations, heard about it, he became very interested in Zhang Ni.
After having a detailed understanding of Zhang Ni's resume, past deeds and personality, he wrote with a stroke of a pen and recorded the merits of his diligence and transferred him to the position of General of Yamen, and threw him into Zheng Pu's army, replacing Zhao Guang who was transferred to the position of Cavalry Superintendent and had the title of deputy deputy.
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For this reason, when Zhang Ni was transferred to another position, he also prostrated his thanks to Zheng Pu for his recommendation.
He was born in a poor family and had a generous and heroic temperament. He longed to join the army in conquests and seek meritorious deeds, rather than guarding the relatively peaceful Shu land and greeting the sunrise and sunset on the city wall all day long.
Especially since he is already in his thirties.
Life is short, and a husband must strive to build his career day and night, so how much time can be wasted?
However, he didn't know something. When Zheng Pu saw that he was sent to the Xuanwu Army by the Prime Minister, he was overjoyed.
When walking with Huo Yi on the road, he made a mistake and said: "Zhang Boqi comes to take up the post, and Shao Xian should encourage him! This man is brave and has great strategies, and he can be compared with Shao Xian! Don't let his achievements be surpassed by him!"
With such comments, Huo Yi immediately became solemn.
As a general, in terms of talent, learning and strategy, he was regarded as the best among the younger generations of the Han Dynasty.
Only a few people such as Zhuge Qiao, Guan, Zhang and Zhao can compare with him.
If asked about anyone who thinks he is inferior in talent and learning, it is only Zheng Pu.
Now, Zheng Pu claims that Zhang Yi is as talented as him. How can he not be surprised?
However, Zheng Pu, who knew he had made a mistake, did not explain too much and exposed the matter with a few perfunctory words, which only aroused Huo Yi's fighting spirit and wanted to compete with Zhang Yi.
Well, it was Emperor Liu Chan's order that the two of them enter the palace together.
Fu Qian, who was about to turn thirteen, requested the emperor's permission to perform the crowning ceremony on the grounds that he would soon be stationed in Hanzhong with the army.
The emperor also took this opportunity to invite those who came to watch the ceremony, all of whom were close to him since they were young, such as Zhuge Qiao, Guan Xing, Zhang Shao, etc. It can be regarded as a practice for those who will go to Hanzhong.
During the crowning ceremony, the emperor named Fu Qian Shaogu and specially ordered Zheng Pu to be the crowning one as a gentleman, and Zhang Shao to be the guest of honor.
As for why he didn't take charge of it personally
It's because Fu Qian is still young and his character is undecided, so he shouldn't be too kind.
In order to avoid being arrogant and unruly after being established.
Although judging from Fu Qian's current temperament, this possibility is unlikely, but it is still possible to take precautions before they happen.
Moreover, the emperor held a banquet and crown ceremony for him in the palace, which was a great favor from his ministers and commended him as a loyal and loyal queen.
Walking to the Yingtian Gate of the palace, there were already imperial guards waiting for you.
The place where I was led was still the small pavilion by the pool. I saw that all the banquet tables had been spread out, the things needed for the crown ceremony were held in the hands of the palace people, and the music was already at the side.
Moreover, Zhuge Qiao, Guan Xing and others arrived earlier than them.
Seeing Zheng Pu and Huo Yi arrive, Zhuge Qiao first smiled and joked, "As a crowned governor, how can Governor Zheng be so late in his evil deeds? He really does not have the style of a good teacher!"
"That's wrong!"
As he stepped forward to salute, Zheng Pu also made a joke and said, "If I hadn't come late, how could I have shown your diligence?"
"Hahaha~~~"
Everyone couldn't help but laugh.
When I was young, Emperor Liu Chan and Empress Zhang came, surrounded by palace people.
After the ceremony, the emperor briefly exchanged greetings with everyone, then let the music play and began the crowning ceremony.
First, he is given a cloth crown, then he is given a leather crown, and finally he is given a knight's crown.
Zheng Pu followed the etiquette process and put various crowns on Fu Qian's head in turn; Fu Qian, who was sitting on the ground, kowtowed in thanks every time he received a crown.
Zhang Shao, who was the guest of honor, was the most tired.
Every time he was crowned, he had to recite a long congratulation loudly.
Finally, Zheng Pu, who had been awarded the title of Bian, solemnly gave him the word "Qian", all of them are together, and they are all together. Take three people to form a group and give you the word "Gongyuan". "Yuan" means far-reaching, so gather them.
Source. I hope that when you act in the future, you will never forget your goodness, and never betray the source of your father’s loyalty. Be careful, be careful, and be careful.”
Well, this name was decided by the emperor himself.
If Zheng Pu came to pick it up, he probably wouldn't be so simple and "elegant".
"Qian, thank you sir for the words!"
Fu Qian kowtowed and bowed, then gave a great ceremony to the emperor and the empress, and bowed to those who crowned them.
After the ceremony was completed, everyone sat down, laughed and feasted.
There was a lot of drinking and drinking, each recounting the reasons for their long separation, and adding to the fun with dancing, pot throwing, archery, etc., making the time fly by.
However, at the end of the banquet, Empress Zhang, who had rarely spoken out, actually asked Zheng Pu, "Zheng Qing, when I am in the palace on weekdays, I often hear your majesty praising you for your talent and learning, and your extraordinary heart. Today is the perfect time for you to do so.
Yes, how about you solve a few doubts for me?"
Hey, why do you suddenly want to test me?
Hearing this, Zheng Pu was slightly startled, his eyes showing surprise.
Before he could reply, the emperor put his hands on his hands and laughed, "When the queen has doubts, Zheng Qing cannot refuse! If you can't answer, you will be punished with a drink of wine! However, Zheng Qing, don't say that I won't remind you. The queen has been well-educated since she was a child."
, the late emperor also praised it highly! Hahaha~~~~~"
When everyone heard this, they also made happy faces, so that they could wait for Zheng Pu's reply.
Zheng Pu couldn't help but smile bitterly.
Immediately, he bowed his hands on the table in salute and responded respectfully, "If the Queen does not think that this minister is stupid, please ask me."
"good!"
Empress Zhang's bright eyes flashed, and she asked with a smile, "Zheng Qing, Your Majesty once traveled with you, and said that you only know the meaning of benevolence when you see the hardships of Li Shu. What do you think of a benevolent monarch?"
"Returning to the Queen is self-denial and compassion for the people."
As soon as he heard the question, Zheng Pu answered directly, "Xunzi Wangzhi Chapter" says: 'The king is the boat; the common people are the water; the water carries the boat, and the water overturns the boat.' That's why.
, I secretly believe that a benevolent ruler abandons his own desires and shows compassion for the people."
"good!"
Empress Zhang nodded, but added quickly, "What does Zheng Qing think of a wise king?"
"Queen, you know people well and make good use of them."
Again without thinking, Zheng Pu said loudly, "There is a saying in "Huainanzi Military Training": 'If people make the best use of their talents, they should use their strength.' Therefore, I secretly thought that a wise ruler should take advantage of everyone and use them to their best advantage.
His talent is outstanding."
"Great kindness!"
Without waiting for Empress Zhang to ask any more questions, the Emperor held up his palms and praised her, and even raised a cup to invite everyone to have a drink.
However, after putting down the wine cup, he followed Empress Zhang's topic and continued to ask, "Now that the Wei Dynasty is poisoning the people, we should use the king's army to attack it. However, the military affairs are troublesome, and the common people will have to work hard. Although I want to be a benevolent king.
, and how to show sympathy to the people and force evil?"
Putting down the wine cup quickly, Zheng Pu cupped his hand and replied, "Your Majesty, when General Zhenwei occupied Bashu in the past, he had a reputation for benevolence and had few military affairs. However, eight out of ten households were in chaos. Today, although Yizhou is exhausted,
, but the Prime Minister is able to make the people have no complaints. Please consider the reason why, Your Majesty."
This time, the emperor did not praise him again. Instead, he turned his head and asked, "Queen, do you think Zheng Qing's words are acceptable?"
After blinking her eyes, Empress Zhang smiled and said, "Return to your majesty, Zheng Qing is a cunning talker! She should be punished and asked to answer again."
"Of course!"
Suddenly, the emperor laughed heartily, "Zheng Qing actually made a cunning talk! He should be punished! Hahaha~~~~"
"Punishment!"
"Punishment!"
Everyone at the banquet was also smiling with joy and cheering loudly.
It also made Zheng Pu laugh and cry, so he could only fill up his cup and drink it all in one gulp.
He raised his hand and answered again, "The Analects of Confucius says, 'Don't worry about scarcity but worry about inequality; don't worry about poverty but worry about insecurity.' If your Majesty can make the people have no complaints, you should follow the example of the Prime Minister who enforces the law strictly and fairly. Rewards must be done and punishments must be trusted."
!”
"good!"
The emperor, who had succeeded in his fun, nodded repeatedly, thought for a moment, and asked again, "Zheng Qing, I will ask you again, I am Ruo"
At this point, he seemed to have thought about something. The emperor who was holding back his words suddenly smiled and waved his hand, "That's all, I won't be harsh on Zheng Qing. If I ask how to be a wise king, I think Zheng Qing will do it."
Answer, it is to persuade me to follow the example of the late emperor."
"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your consideration."
After a while, the banquet was over and everyone went back.
After Empress Zhang left, she did not return to the confinement with the emperor. Instead, she and Zhang Shao returned to the Zhang Mansion together.
In the main hall, Mrs. Xiahou had been waiting for a long time. When she saw Empress Zhang arriving, without waiting for her to say anything, she stepped forward, holding her hand and urging her, "Is the Zheng family a good person?"
"Mom, Zheng Qing is a beautiful woman!"
Queen Zhang's eyes lit up with joy, "With both talent and appearance, I will be a good match for my sister."
Immediately, Mr. Xiahou breathed a sigh of relief and smiled happily, "That's so good! That's so good!"
However, after a while, she frowned again in distress, "It's just that I heard that the Zheng family son has a stubborn temperament and will retaliate for his anger. I wonder if the rumors are wrong?"
"Mom, I don't know about this."
Shaking her head slightly, Empress Zhang said, "But His Majesty often praises Zheng Qing, and the Prime Minister is also very talented. And didn't the eldest brother claim that Zheng Qing is an upright person?"
"Well, Wenrong Letters certainly asserts that."
Just as he was talking, there was a sound of joy, and the conversation between the two of them was planned.
"Hey, sister is back home!"
I saw sweat on the forehead of the little girl of the Zhang family, holding a long sword in her hand, walking quickly from the courtyard, her face full of joy.
Although she is only eleven years old, her height is similar to that of Empress Zhang.
When he arrived, he saw Mrs. Xiahou looking at him with a happy face, and couldn't help but ask again, "Mom, why are you paying so much attention to me?"
Empress Zhang took out the silk and gently wiped her sweat, and asked with a crooked look, "My sister, do you know the man who wrote the new calligraphy calligraphy, Mr. Shifang Zheng?"
"Shifang Zheng Lang? I've heard of it."
"Eldest brother and Your Majesty both intend to make him the Zhang family's son-in-law."
"Ah~~~~"
With a cry of surprise, the sword in his hand fell to the ground.
Of course, Zheng Pu, who had returned to the army to pack his bags and prepare to go north to Hanzhong, didn't know about this.
The fifth year of Jianxing, 227 AD, spring and February.
Prime Minister Zhuge Liang led his troops to the north and stationed in Hanzhong, and before leaving, he sent an evacuation to Emperor Liu Chan.
He urged the emperor to be close to his virtuous ministers, stay away from villains, and embody the spirit of the late emperor. He himself vowed to conquer the Central Plains in the north, drive out the traitors, revive the Han Dynasty, and restore the old capital.
Spring March arrives.
He patrolled the camp to govern the army and lectured on martial arts, urged the soldiers and civilians to farm and accumulate grain, and supervised the ordnance department to repair weapons and weapons. He had no time to spare for half a day.
They also sent large numbers of spies into Guanzhong and Longyou to inquire about the situation of the rebel Wei army and find out which Qiang and Hu tribes could instigate rebellion, which could be used to disperse the rebel forces.
What made all the generals in Hanzhong look at him was that when the prime minister visited various places, he actually asked Zheng Pu to accompany him.
With such treatment, neither Ma Di, who often discussed military strategies with the prime minister day and night, nor Guan Xing, who had extraordinary talents at a young age, nor Zhuge Qiao, who had a special status, had any honor.
Therefore, at a young age, Zheng Pu suddenly became the person among the generals and generals who speculated the most in private.
Zheng Pu himself felt a little bit emotional when he was so honored.
He truly fulfilled the duties of a scribe for once: drafting and rewriting documents.
However, the post of ministerial staff of the prime minister's office that he currently holds concurrently had already been transferred to the position of chief administrator when he led the army to Hanzhong at the beginning of the year.
Moreover, the Prime Minister asked him to accompany him, not to show his profound honor, but because he hoped to teach him through words and deeds so that he could gain more experience and grow up.
It was because he and Zhang Bao had discussed sending troops in the past.
Well, Ni Wei has been in trouble since the beginning of spring this year.