August is the harvest season, and Shao Shude is also harvesting what he deserves.
The first is Shannan West Road.
This vassal town was originally relatively large, with fifteen states. During the pre-Tang Dynasty, when saints ran away, they usually ran to Shannan West Road first, and then waited to see the situation in the capital. If it improved, there was no need to continue running to Shuzhong. If not,
If it gets better or even gets worse, it will be transferred to Chengdu.
Later, due to the establishment of a series of chaotic vassal towns, such as Wudingjun, Longjian Town, Fengxiang Town (Xin), etc., Shannan West Road was divided, leaving only Liang (Xingyuan Prefecture), Ji, Bi, Kai, Tong, and Ba
, Peng, Qu, Guo, Wen, and Fu eleven states. Due to the long-term separation of Wen and Fu states, they even only controlled Jiuzhou.
After the Western Expeditionary Army went south, after half a year of hard fighting, they had basically taken over the entire Shannan West Road. Even Lizhou in Longjian Town and the enclave of Wen and Fu Erzhou were captured through fighting and pulling.
Now the troops are divided into three routes, one goes south to Jianzhou via Lizhou to share the pressure of Zhao Jian in Longzhou; the other goes from Bazhou and Pengzhou to attack Langzhou to remove the flank threat; the third route is a partial division, heading south to harass, confuse and contain
enemy.
The main reason for the difficult march in the mountains and rivers of Sanchuan and the fact that the battle was so smooth was that the Xia army's morale had not been exhausted and their combat effectiveness was strong. The second reason was that the vassal towns on the Shannan West Road of the Imperial Dynasty were divided a little bit cleverly.
The two places separated by Daba Mountain in Hanzhong and Sichuanbei Mountain were put together and turned into a vassal town. This kind of administrative division is really wonderful.
The factors that hindered the army, such as passes, plank roads, and paths that Shao Shude was originally worried about, were actually solved without any bloodshed: he surrendered on the orders of the Jiedushi.
Some goods that were unwilling to surrender were also wiped out one by one. Moreover, this kind of sweeping was a low-cost cleanup. The Jiedushi envoys all ordered to surrender, which would definitely have an impact on people's hearts, and not everyone was resisting.
After the eldest son has made such great achievements, it is basically a matter of course for him to be promoted to the crown prince and heir apparent.
The second biggest gain is Wei Bo’s progress.
There is nothing more to say. After beating them a few times, they are now hiding at home. It is impossible to harvest all the food in the wild. As time goes by, there will inevitably be problems with the military supply.
Half of the state soldiers on Huaihai Road went north to attack Cangjing Town. Although the two sides won each other's victories, they greatly curbed the Cangzhou soldiers' southward plundering, which was very important.
Prince Le'an is still walking slowly on the road, isn't he just worried about being attacked by Lu Yanwei?
The third biggest gain is that the government is becoming increasingly stable.
The civil and military officials have gone through the running-in period, and their cooperation has become more proficient. All kinds of affairs are handled in an orderly manner and with high efficiency. In fact, this is inevitable, because their running-in time is not more than a month. After all, Shao Shude has controlled the government for a long time.
He also felt a sense of emotion at the same time.
When dynasties changed in history, many dynasties still appointed old officials, or even old ministers who had lost their country. But these ministers who had lost their country showed different abilities in the new dynasty, with increased enthusiasm and a stronger sense of responsibility.
, the specific manifestation in government affairs is that the efficiency, accuracy and perfection are greatly improved.
To put it bluntly, their old backers and interest chains have been broken, or the environment that constrained them no longer exists, and they need to earn performance.
Under such circumstances, Shao Shude ordered preparations for his first tour after ascending to the throne, making the people of the world feel more deeply that the dynasty had changed.
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On August 15th, the Mid-Autumn Festival, Shao Shude held a small banquet in Taoguang Garden of Ziwei City to entertain all the ministers and privy envoys.
"It's been more than a month. No matter how far you are, you should have received the news. Are you going to start a rebellion without opening your eyes?" Shao Shude said in a joking tone.
When a dynasty changes and a new king ascends the throne, of course he must announce it to the world.
This is not just about sitting in the capital and issuing an imperial edict, but also about sending messengers and traveling quickly to various states to spread the message. In some important state capitals, ministers even have to come forward to personally grant official seals, declare themselves, and wear official uniforms.
, and then take back these things from the previous dynasty.
Local prefectures and counties should inform local officials and people to try to let as many people know that Tang Zuo has ended and Xia Ding has been established. Of course, it is impossible for everyone to know. Many people in history have experienced the replacement of five generations without knowing it at all.
I don't bother to care about which dynasty I live in or who the emperor is.
"Your Majesty's army is so majestic, of course no one dares to rebel." Chen Cheng smiled and said: "There are more than a hundred states in seven states, and the people are in peace and order. It has been in chaos for so long, and I have to eat enough to support myself before rebelling."
"If someone rebels, just send troops to suppress it. What a big deal." Yang Yue said disdainfully.
"Your Majesty has hundreds of thousands of people, and he kills the generals like an overwhelming force. It is true that no one dares to resist." Zhang Guibian also said with a smile.
A bunch of rough guys who only know how to fight and kill! Pei Shu's expression did not change, and he smiled secretly in his heart.
Before His Majesty ascended the throne, he had already taken over all the power of governor and military power in the world. It was a trial at that time. If someone rebelled, he would rebel. Why wait until now?
"I'm at ease in Guanxi and Henan." Shao Shude said: "The southern vassals don't have the strength to go north. They can't connect with outsiders, and there are some small groups inside, so they can only lurk."
Speaking of the southern vassals, Zhao Guangfeng suddenly said: "Your Majesty, a messenger arrived from Beizhou today. Wang Rong, the envoy of Yanchengde Jiedu, sent a delegation to come to Luoyang to profess his vassal status and seek canonization."
"Every one of them refused to give up and came to test me." Shao Shude said: "Wang Rong is not really surrendering. Everyone knows that I am going to attack Hebei. He would not be so stupid. Could it be that he came to ask for the iron book of elixirs?"
Everyone laughed.
Ma Yin of Hunan Province was finally granted the title of Prince of Changsha County and Military Envoy of Wu'an Army. Seeing the grim look on the envoy's face, he seemed to be confused about what to say after returning.
Shao Shude didn't care about him. Ma Yin didn't have the guts to go north anyway - but it's hard to say.
When that time comes, I have an excuse to eliminate it.
Zhao Kuangning was granted the title of Military Envoy of Jingnan and Duke of Jingguo. Zhao Kuangming was not dissatisfied. It seemed that he didn't care much about these titles which were only for one generation and had no land. What they wanted was lining, which was the Military Envoy of Jingnan.
The envoys from other vassal towns are still on the way and will reward them when they arrive.
In addition, Shao Shude also specially summoned Wu Guangzan, the Bohai envoy, and revealed that he wanted to canonize the Bohai King as the Bohai County King. Wu Guangzan did not dare to make the decision, so he could only send people back to the country to report.
The first month after he became the emperor was indeed quite busy. He issued countless books and reviewed memorials every day and almost vomited. I don't know how those famous "Liver Emperors" in history persisted.
"The situation in the world is under my control." Shao Shude said: "But many vassal towns are still unwilling to give up and will not let up. Especially Hedong is the most stubborn, and they still have to be wiped out one by one."
In fact, Shao Shude had planned to send an envoy to Jinyang to confer Li Keyong as the Prince of Daxia - the King of Jin was impossible because it was too easy to associate with him, but the King of Wu was still possible.
But he was worried that Li Keyong would not accept it, which would lose his face and make it unsightly. After thinking about it repeatedly, he felt that the time was not yet ripe, so he gave up.
As for Hedong, we still have to fight, and then we can win over him after the fight is over.
Shao Shude had a vague feeling that the "stubborn diseases" in Hedong that had plagued the courts of the Five Dynasties for decades were not unreasonably difficult for him.
How could my uncle treat his nephews in Hedong badly?
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The day of departure is getting closer and closer, and the palace is busy.
When the emperor goes on patrol, he doesn't just ride on a horse.
In fact, a lot of people including chamberlains, palace servants, concubines, princes, officials, etc. have to follow.
"All matters in the capital are left to the lady." Shao Shu took the Queen Zhe's hand and said.
Zhe Fang Ai's novelty of becoming a queen had not yet worn off, so she immediately said: "In an official family, you cannot call me 'Ms.' in front of outsiders."
"I just like the serious look of the queen." Shao Shude said with a smile.
After he went on tour, the prince should have overseen the country, but his eldest son Shao Chengjie was still "wandering" on the west road of Shannan, so the queen had to come to the court to handle the affairs.
In principle, all matters, big or small, are handled by the Prime Minister of the Political Affairs Hall, and there is no need for the Queen to come forward to make a decision. She only needs Zhu Bixia to agree or disagree. She can even write the magical three words "I understand" without expressing her attitude.
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In terms of security, Wei Weiqing Murong Fu was in charge of more than 8,000 people, enough to defend the entire city of Luoyang.
There are 8,000 cavalrymen of Chishui Army in Dongdu Garden.
Henan Prefecture also has more than 4,000 state troops and more than 10,000 Yi Congjun troops.
As long as foreign enemies did not penetrate the Heyang Tianxiong Army's defenses, Luoyang would be fine.
"The official's eastward tour is a long one. How about I arrange for the six concubines, De Fei, Xian Fei, Feng Zhaoyi, Ye Li Zhaorong, Chen Xiurong and Zhang Chongyuan, to accompany me and serve me?" asked Zhe Fang Ai.
"Jiang Jieyu, come too." Shao Shude said.
"Okay." Zhe Fangxiao immediately wrote it down.
Shao Shude lay down comfortably. He liked to see the queen jealous to death, but pretending to be generous. He still remembered that the last time he went home, the queen directly took over the milk supply...
"The Shangfu Bureau has just received several sets of new dragon robes, made of furs donated by the Bohai Kingdom. It is a long way to go, and I heard that the sea breeze in Denglai Prefecture is strong, and the winter wind and snow are extremely strong..." Zhe Fang Hao is like a
Like a nagging wife, she reminds me of some things to pay attention to.
When she said it later, she laughed first. The emperor is the most extravagant person in the world. Everything he can think of, others have thought of it for him. What he hasn't thought of, others can think of it for him. Some things really don't need to be done.
Worry too much.
As for the route of the eastward patrol, it is basically determined.
Starting from Luoyang, passing through Zheng, Bian, Cao, Pu, Yun, Qi, Zi, Qing, Laijiuzhou, and arriving in Dengzhou.
On the way back, we will go south, pass through Yanzhou, Xuzhou and Suzhou, and arrive near Huai River.
Tens of thousands of people from the Longxiang, Tujiang and Yinan armies escorted the whole process.
The Second Province, the Sixth Ministry, the Nine Temples, the Secretariat Province, the Hanlin Academy, the Internal Affairs Ministry, the Yushitai and other institutions each selected a number of officials to accompany them.
Shao Shude sometimes wondered if it would be exciting for him to take a large group of forbidden troops, civil and military officials, concubines and children to a place, and then suddenly announce the construction of a capital here...
Well, he is not Emperor Xiaowen of the Northern Wei Dynasty, so he is not that ruthless. But with only two capitals at present, it is indeed not enough.
Try to secure more territory, and then build the southern capital and the northern capital. After the patrol, you can live there for a while, or even work for some time.
On the tenth day of the ninth month of the first year of Jianji, when it was still dark and bright, the upper east gate of Luoyang opened wide, and a large group of cavalry swarmed out, then dismounted and stood on both sides of the post road.
Daxia Sage Shao Shude began his first tour after ascending to the throne.