Zhi Xuan
Chapter 29
It is impossible for Zhi Xuan not to refuse the people who offered to deliver to their door.
Whether developing a territory or building a new army, opening up wasteland and growing food is the most important thing, and there is food to be confident.
To open up a large area of wasteland, in addition to improving tools and grain seeds, Zhi Xuan needed a lot of manpower.To him, every labor force is quite precious.However, how to take these people away still needs a long-term plan.
It is naturally impossible to report to Marquis Xiyuan.
Hundreds of middle-aged laborers, once reported, people will definitely not be able to take them away, and 3000% of them will attract suspicion.If it is not reported, two or [-] people will go out of the city together, and it will be impossible to hide it, and it is impossible not to attract attention.
After careful consideration, Zhixuan ordered the servants to step back, and then ordered the government order to find some trustworthy people to quickly count the common people who intend to leave, including their family members.
"Come and report to me as soon as it's done."
"promise!"
The government order took the order and went down to make arrangements that day.
There are a lot of people around the warehouse, and there are family members from the clan, so it's not easy to make it too obvious.The servants around the magistrate suggested to mark the wooden bowls used by the common people and slaves, and calculate the approximate amount with straw knotted ropes.
Due to the flow of personnel, the number of discrepancies is inevitable.After several days of comparison, as long as the gap is not too large, you can report to Zhixuan.
The government order adopted the servant's suggestion, praised him for being smart, and directly transferred him to work by his side, obviously with the intention of cultivating him.
The waiter was overjoyed, his face flushed with excitement.
"Servant must be careful!"
"Okay, let's do it quickly. If you do this well, you will benefit." The government order sent the servants away, and according to Zhixuan's previous plan, he took out a few bamboo slips from the side room, and according to the above list, I plan to send a group of craftsmen and soldiers to Zhidi first.
A large number of people migrate, food is a must, and houses must be prepared in advance.
There are only about [-] households in Zhidi, and thousands of people will be relocated this time. It is better to arrange slaves and slaves. The soldiers need to build additional military camps, and craftsmen in the fief alone are definitely not enough.
The lands of Feng and Liang were given to Zhixuan only in name, and the rulers of these lands were appointed by the king.Zhi Xuan would not easily transfer the subjects of the two places before he had personally visited the two places and formally took over.
In this way, these craftsmen and slaves who can build houses are extremely important.
"When we arrive at the fief, someone will arrange for it. My son, choose an open space to build a row house, with a wooden wall outside the house. Take the military camp outside the city as an example, the house must be strong."
The government order summoned the craftsman who took the lead and gave them careful instructions.He also selected a few prudent people from the team, and ordered them to lead five to ten people each, and set off with the first batch of soldiers.
"Everything to bring has been arranged in advance. The family will also go together, and there will be large vehicles on the road."
According to Zhixuan's plan, the thousand armored soldiers were divided into two groups, one group led the countrymen, common people and slaves assigned by the monarch to set off first, and the rest guarded Zhixuan and led the extra common people and slaves to set off.
The government order kept Zhi Xuan's orders in mind, and did not dare to be sloppy in doing things.
Since some of the soldiers were still on the way, and the people of the country and the common people had not yet arrived, he could only separate out some people from the camp outside the city, sort out the list, and hand it over to several senior officials who had been in the mansion before, and they would lead them. Set off.
Zhi Xuan had already read the documents of these few doctors, and also talked with them face to face.Regarding their abilities, Zhi Xuan held a positive attitude.Whether it is loyal or not, and whether it can be used with confidence, we need to continue to observe.
There are certain risks in choosing them to lead the team, and it is easy for the clans to connect together on the way.But Zhi Xuan had no other choice.Only by taking the initiative to expose some flaws and making the clan think it is profitable will it be convenient for the next plan.
In addition, arranging for some people to leave first is also to reassure Marquis Nishihara.
Zhi Xuan did not set off for a long time, and the continuously gathering soldiers and the supplies delivered one after another were too conspicuous, it was hard not to worry Xi Yuanhou.Coupled with the common people who mainly come to the door, if it is not handled well, there is no guarantee that Xi Yuanhou will not be upset.
Of course, this is the worst case.
In the situation where there is still room for improvement, Zhi Xuan never wants to go to that step.
After all, he was about to leave the Western Capital City soon, and he had completed 99 steps out of a hundred steps, and he was only one step away from success. He didn't want to fall short.
In order to reassure all parties, Zhixuan deliberately made the government order act more aggressively.As he expected, when the first batch of teams set off, there were movements in the Monarch's Mansion and the various clans.
The clan confirmed that the news was true, and there was no other action.None of them, including the Mies brothers, sent any other spies, nor did they have any intention of contacting the team that set out.
The reason is that Zhi Xuan has not gone to the fief and the new army has not been formally established, so smart people will not be in a hurry.
"The matter has not been accomplished, so sending someone at this time has become a target."
There is no clan head who does not understand this truth.Even if someone in the family couldn't hold back and wanted to do something, they would be held down immediately, and they were not allowed to act rashly.
The clan chose to stand still, but Marquis Xiyuan did not. The day after the team set off, Zhixuan was summoned to the monarch's residence.
Zhi Xuan was well prepared for the question of Marquis Xiyuan, and answered it impeccably.
In addition, every time he answered a question, he had to compliment Xi Yuanhou.The scriptures were quoted in the words, and the affection was so sincere that he almost rushed to hug his thigh with tears in his eyes.
If the scum dad can't bear it, he loses!
It was the first time that Marquis Xiyuan found it difficult to be complimented. Seeing that Zhixuan was still talking, he could only forcefully interrupt him, not wanting to listen any longer.
"Going to Zhidi, my son should be more cautious. The clan is available, but it must be guarded against. Officials are loyal, there is no need to be impatient, and you should take it slowly. Di Rong is like a weed, with a fierce temperament. When there is no food to eat, evil is as complete A pack of wild wolves. When it comes to internal affairs, people in the feudal country can use it, common people can use it, and slaves can also use it. Thousands of soldiers may not be loyal to you, but you can use them with confidence when fighting outside."
Hearing Xi Yuanhou's words, Zhi Xuan couldn't help being surprised.
Although there are provocative elements in the words, they are actually reminding and teaching him.
"Son follows father's instruction." Zhi Xuan said seriously.
Marquis Xi Yuan took the initiative to throw out an olive branch, and he must follow suit.Before the wings are full, he has to learn to walk the tightrope and try to walk as steadily as possible.
Isn't it just thick skinned?
He is good at it.
Seeing Zhi Xuan's reaction, Marquis Xiyuan looked complicated, and said: "You are my son, your temperament and actions are not like mine, but more like your father."
The "big father" in Xiyuanhou's mouth refers to the previous Xiyuanhou, that is, Zhixuan's grandfather.
Before Zhixuan was born, the previous Marquis of Xiyuan had passed away. He had never seen this famous prince galloping on the battlefield with his own eyes. Everything about him came from the records in books and dictation.
When Xi Yuanhou was young, he used strong means to suppress the clan, which was influenced by his father.It's a pity that he didn't have the ability and strength of his father, and he was accidentally plotted against, causing the military power to fall aside, which led to the current situation.
Today's Marquis Xiyuan is particularly talkative. Starting with the previous Marquis Xiyuan, he told Zhixuan a lot about the ancestors of the Yuan clan.
There are successes, and of course there are failures.
If the clan is successfully subdued, the ruler will be mighty, and he will say what he says in the court; if he fails, he may become a puppet, or die young, and only the words in the history books can give him fairness behind him.
The historian is strong, inherited from the family, has held the knife and pen in the past, no matter the merits or demerits, only the facts are recorded.The power is as great as the monarch and the six ministers, and they can't hide the truth.
If the historians of Xiyuan Kingdom were killed because of writing, historians from other countries would flock here.The person who did it and even the family behind him will be spurned by thousands of people, and will be left with a bad reputation for thousands of years.
Such examples abound, not only Xiyuan Country.
The historian records the truth and will not change it arbitrarily because of the strength of a certain country.Even if the history books of a country can be changed, how many vassal states in the world are there?Even if one copy is passed on, the truth will not be covered up.
In this era, etiquette is strictly observed, and there are rules in all aspects, and some aspects can even be called rigid.But it is also this kind of rigidity that leaves a precious legacy to future generations, that is, the strength of character!
Xi Yuanhou's narration was very plain, but Zhi Xuan's heart trembled when he heard it, because of the blood in the straightforward narration, and because of the flashes of swords and swords between the lines.
"I'm not as good as my father. If you are, I don't know how much I can achieve." Xi Yuanhou suddenly changed the subject, and his words fell straight on Zhixuan's head like a thunderbolt.
Zhi Xuan didn't raise his head, cold sweat was already breaking out on the back of his neck.
The temperature in the room is not high, but he seems to be sitting on a stove, and he may be swallowed by flames anytime, anywhere.
Marquis Xi Yuan, who had been eloquent all this time, suddenly stopped. He no longer told the history, but looked at Zhi Xuan seriously, waiting patiently for his answer.
Zhi Xuan smiled wryly in the dark, knowing very well in his heart that this time he would not be able to get away with it.
He wasn't sure if there was a knife and axe in ambush outside the door, and if he said something wrong, would he immediately throw a cup as a sign.
"Why didn't you answer?" Xi Yuanhou said in a deep voice.
Zhi Xuan closed his eyes forcefully, then opened them again, the confusion and worry receded, leaving only a piece of determination.
"I don't know Xuan, is the person who asked me the king or my father?"
This sentence is really bold, beyond Xi Yuanhou's expectation, and it is completely different from his previous cautiousness.
"What's the difference?"
"If you are a king, Xuan is terrified. If you are not a son, you would dare to speak falsely. If you are a father, Xuan will not fall into the prestige of his ancestors, and he must do his best."
After saying that, Zhi Xuan raised his head, looked straight at Xi Yuanhou, his back was as straight as a steel knife.
Staring at him for a moment, Marquis Nishihara suddenly laughed, from low to high, even a little crazy.
Hearing the sound, the servants outside the door were quite surprised, but they didn't dare to take a peek, so they could only stand where they were, guessing what made the monarch laugh.
Ever since he was seriously injured by the assassination and was unable to lead the army to fight, Marquis Xiyuan had never smiled like this again, so that many people forgot how high-spirited, bold and hearty he was when he was young.
Zhi Xuan remained silent, waiting for Marquis Xiyuan to stop.
After a long time, Marquis Nishihara finally had enough of laughing.
Laughing made him exhausted, and he was too emotional, he could only put his hands on the table, coughed a few times, and panted heavily.
Zhi Xuan observed carefully and found that one arm of Marquis Xi Yuan was shaking slightly. Obviously, his old injury started to hurt again.
Xi Yuanhou's intuition was extremely keen, and before Zhi Xuan could look back, he was caught straight.
Seeing the fierce light in Xi Yuanhou's eyes clearly, Zhi Xuan couldn't help but gasped, and his spine felt chills.Resisting not to bow his head, he forced himself to look at Xi Yuanhou.
He can't say he fully understands Marquis Nishihara, but he understands human nature.
If you avoid your sight at this time, it is likely to make the other party fall into a rage.
Looking at each other, Zhi Xuan's sweat became more urgent, running down his neck and soaking into his collar.
Xi Yuanhou looked at him deeply, sighed suddenly, and rolled up his sleeves.
What caught Zhi Xuan's eyes was a deformed arm due to fractures.Two ugly scars climbed from the elbows to the shoulders.The shape of the scar is so irregular that it is difficult to determine what weapon caused it.
Marquis Xiyuan had no intention of explaining to him, he only said: "Have you seen it clearly?"
"Your Majesty..." Zhi Xuan's voice became dry.
"If you were the king, would you be like me?"
Zhi Xuan's heart was beating wildly.
Everything today is too unreasonable, the Xiyuanhou in front of him seems to be a different person, completely different from what he knew before.
"Don't try to prevaricate." Xi Yuanhou lowered his sleeves to cover his aching arm.Standing up and bypassing the table, standing in front of Zhixuan, looking down at him, said in a deep voice, "If you were the king, would you be like me?"
"No." This time, Zhi Xuan didn't evade, looked directly at Marquis Xi Yuan, and gave the answer.
"Good!" Marquis Xiyuan laughed again, "Cunning like a fox, just like your father."
Marquis Xiyuan turned around, and the pressure on Zhi Xuan suddenly eased.Looking at the back of the other party, I really want to ask: Is it really okay to say that my own father is cunning?If the previous Xiyuan Hou Quan knew about it, would he be so angry that he wanted to lift the coffin?
Seeing Marquis Xiyuan who was seated again, Zhi Xuan suppressed his doubts and quickly pulled himself together.
Be it acting or true intentions, everything about today is unusual.But it can also be seen that Marquis Nishihara is trying to repair the relationship with him.
What to say?
After fighting wits and courage with the clan for many years, he really can bend and stretch.
After the previous conversation, the superficial relationship between the father and son eased.What the truth is, only each other knows it well.
It was late, and what should be said had been said, Zhi Xuan got up to leave.
Marquis Xiyuan called him to stop and stayed in the mansion for dinner.
"If we go to the fiefdom, we will not see each other for several years." Marquis Xiyuan sighed.
Zhi Xuan didn't take it seriously, but he was kind, thanked Marquis Xiyuan, and stayed for dinner together.
The banquet was very rich, with grilled venison, stewed beef and mutton.In addition, there are some wild animals that Zhi Xuan has never seen before.
Marquis Xiyuan told him that it was tiger meat and crocodile meat.
"The meat is produced in the southeast, and it is rare in China." Xi Yuanhou liked the meat very much, and he ate up a whole pot in one sitting.
Zhi Xuan picked up a piece of meat, and while chewing, thought that this would be a few years in prison.After swallowing it, he picked up the tiger meat in the tripod again, thinking of the sturgeon fish he had eaten before and the rare birds at the Bei'an state banquet, if nothing unexpected happened, he could sit through the prison.
After the meal, Hou Daozhi of Xiyuan sent him ten maidservants, all young and beautiful, with a voice like a yellow warbler, soft waist and limbs, and they seemed to be very good at singing and dancing.
"Thank you, Your Majesty, for the reward."
When someone was presented in front of him, Zhi Xuan naturally couldn't refuse.
Marquis Xiyuan was very satisfied with his knowledge, the father and son tacitly agreed, and never mentioned the clan and the new army.
Leaving the Monarch's Mansion, Zhi Xuan was thinking about his thoughts all the way.Behind the ox cart was the maid who was given to him by the monarch. Along the way, there was a burst of fragrant wind, like flowers blooming, which attracted passers-by on the roadside to stop.
After arriving home, Zhixuan summoned the magistrate and ordered him to take him down and resettle him.
"Don't let them walk around casually." Zhi Xuan said.
"promise!"
The government order has a serious expression, which looks quite scary.
The girls are newcomers, so they dare not make mistakes, so they can only follow the government order honestly and settle down temporarily.
In the next few days, Zhixuan received letters from the clan one after another, mainly asking about the new army, and at the same time testing his current relationship with Marquis Xiyuan.
At the last court meeting, because of the establishment of a new army, the father and son had disagreements. Although they did not tear each other apart, the relationship became tense.Anyone with a discerning eye can see that Marquis Xiyuan and Young Master Xuan are not on good terms.For the clan, this is not a bad thing.The discord between father and son is beneficial to the officials. The establishment of the new army is an example.
After a period of indifference, Marquis Xiyuan summoned Zhi Xuan suddenly, and everyone could not help guessing what the purpose was.
If the father and son get back together, or if it was a scene from the very beginning, Zhi Xuan would not be so easy to get the resources they gave away.
Seeing the worries of the clansmen, Zhi Xuan finally figured out the intention of Marquis Xiyuan.
It turned out to be another big pit!
"Still inexperienced." Zhi Xuan put down the bamboo slips, pinched his forehead, and sighed.
He thought he had seen through Xi Yuanhou's plan, but he didn't expect that everything was just a cover, and the ultimate goal was to put a nail between him and the clan.
Regardless of what the two said in person, as long as he was summoned and rumors that the father and son had a happy conversation, it would definitely attract speculation.
Said that the relationship between the two is not good?
If it's not good, you will keep him for dinner and give him ten beauties?
No arguing!
Thinking of this, Zhi Xuan couldn't help gritting his teeth, and knocked on the table with his fists.
Scumbag, proper scumbag!
He didn't show any mercy when he cheated on his son!
But it's useless to regret it now if you step into the trap.After a lot of brainstorming, Zhi Xuan wrote the reply letter and sent someone to send it out immediately after explaining the government order.
Whether the recipient believes what he says is out of his control.
It doesn't matter if you don't believe it, everyone is exchanging interests, he promises to keep his promise, and the other party can't immediately turn his face and ask for people and materials back.
As for the Marquis of Xiyuan, Zhi Xuan also thought very clearly, if there is no reconciliation, face must be maintained.
If one day he really jumped up and killed his father to usurp the throne, these clans must be the first to shoot him to death.It's just so contradictory, awkward and unreasonable, even if the gods come.
However, Marquis Nishihara's scheme really made him angry.Again and again, not again and again, I am used to cheating my son, so what can I do if I come here at will!
Since the other party strikes first, don't blame him for not talking about martial arts.
It's one thing to save face, it's another to vent your anger on yourself.Simply play with a big one, scrape as much as you can, don't let the scum daddy feel so bad, and vow to never give up!
"Come on!"
After Zhixuan issued an order, the government order acted quickly, the servants of the whole government were mobilized, and the words about the young master Xuan Renshan were widely spread.
Every meal time, steaming food will be delivered from the mansion, and the aroma of the food will be wafted along the way.
After distributing millet rice and hot soup, a few clever servants mixed into the crowd, and while making friends with everyone, they spread the benefits of moving to Zhidi.
"Is it really that good?" a newcomer asked.
"Of course! Young master Xuanying Wu is benevolent, how could you lie to us!" No need for the waiter to answer, the person who came to work earlier gave the answer.
According to word of mouth, the news that he followed Zhixuan to fief the land, opened up wasteland for three years without handing in gifts, and five and a half years of gifts spread quickly.Instigated by servants and ordinary people who were determined to move, more people began to be tempted.
When they returned home that day, many people discussed with their family members and wanted to move the whole family away.
"If you really want to leave, the fields here won't be planted anymore?" Hearing her husband's words, the woman was reluctant.
"Why don't you go?" The man wiped off the sweat from his face, handed the millet to his wife, and said, "The neighbor has a slave, so he won't hire me to farm next year. With those thin fields outside the city, we can't grow them." How much food and taxes have to be paid, how can we feed the whole family?"
The wife opened her pocket, grabbed a handful of millet, and watched the grains slip through her fingers. Without a few grains of sand, she knew it was good millet.
"I've heard people say it. Is it true? If I go, I still have to pay a tax. What should I do?" She is not indifferent, but there are three children and an old man in the family. The situation is not as good as it is now, and the family is afraid that there is no way out.
"No." The man said firmly, "Young Master Xuan Shouxin, let me have enough food every day, as well as millet and linen. It's not wrong to go with him!"
Seeing her husband's promise, the woman stopped talking, turned around and washed the corn into the pot, and let the older children watch the fire. She took a clay pot from the shelf, opened the pot, and took out a few pieces with long chopsticks. pickles.
The smell of millet and rice gradually wafted out, and the woman was about to serve the meal, when suddenly the man grabbed her and stuffed a few pieces of oily meat into her hand.
"I ate meat soup today, so I was lucky. When it is put in corn rice, mothers and children can also taste the meat."
The meat dregs were wrapped in leaves and had been hidden by men all the time. Although they hadn't spoiled, they didn't taste very good.Even so, the woman still felt like a treasure, reluctant to wash it, put it directly into a bowl, put it full of millet and rice, and handed it to the elderly and children.
The old man was not willing to eat, so he gave it to the child.Asked about the source of the meat residue, he repeatedly said that the young master Xuan Renhou asked his son to work hard.
Looking at the family members eating deliciously, the couple looked at each other, and at the same time made up their minds to follow Young Master Xuan to Zhidi!
They don't want to be hungry anymore, at least they want to let the elderly and children have enough to eat.Staying here is an extravagant hope, why not make a desperate effort and follow Young Master Xuan to open up wasteland.
Similar situations occurred in different common people's homes.
After seeing the food and linen brought back by their relatives and hearing the benefits of going to Zhidi, the whole family decided to move out after discussion.
"If nothing else, I will have a lot of strength to open up more wasteland, and if I don't pay taxes for three years, I will always be full!"
The next day, the attendant reported to the government order that there were more than 100 ordinary people who decided to leave with them, including their family members, which was already close to the number that Zhixuan expected.
The government order did not dare to delay, and immediately reported to Zhixuan.
Zhi Xuan immediately proceeded to the second step, sending people out of the city as soon as possible in the name of transporting food and dismantling some of the camps.
"promise!"
The government ordered to go down, and the servants hurriedly acted.
When the common people received the news, they packed their bags immediately after returning home.
"Bring everything you can. Take your children out of the city tomorrow morning and wait near the camp. Remember, if someone asks, just tell me to dig wild vegetables. Don't miss out. There are still a few of you," the man turned to several Children, "You must be obedient!"
The children nodded vigorously and helped their parents pack their luggage together.
With Zhixuan's cart as cover, these luggage could easily be disguised as grain and transported out of the city together.
The next day, just after dawn, human voices appeared in Shurenfang.
Several families opened the gates at the same time, and found that the people on the opposite side were all the same as themselves, carrying or carrying all their family assets with them, so they knew each other's plans.
"Walk together."
The oldest man in the grade took the lead, and the others followed, carefully avoiding the patrolling soldiers, and gathered at the agreed place together.
The magistrate personally brought people over, followed by more than 50 carts, lined up on the long street, with almost no end in sight.
"Don't stand still, load the car!" A servant jumped out of the car, asked the government order, and directed everyone to put the luggage on the car, and the fences on both sides were erected, and a few bags of grain were piled on it, and then covered with straw mats. , even if the camouflage is complete.
Some common people and slaves were also arranged in the car and covered with straw mats and sackcloth, so as to reduce the number of people in the team and avoid attracting attention as much as possible.
"Walk."
The carts were all full, and the government ordered to leave the city.With him in his company, the soldiers guarding the city gate will not block them.Routine inspections will not be as stringent as for passing caravans.
Since it was still early, the convoy passed through the city, and it was difficult to see pedestrians on both sides of the road.When they met the soldiers patrolling the city, they knew it was Gong Zixuan's convoy, and knew that he would send people to deliver supplies, but they didn't attract much attention.
The common people followed behind the team, not nervous at all, but somewhat uncontrollably excited.As long as they leave the city gate, they can join their families, leave the western capital, and head to Zhidi together!
At the same time, Zhi Xuan also made preparations.
He wants to take away 5000 people from the western capital, and it is impossible to keep things hidden.As long as these people don't return to the city today, Marquis Xiyuan and the officials will immediately find out that something is wrong.
Unintentionally facing the anger of Marquis Nishihara, he decided to leave early and leave with the team.
Zhi Xuan was not worried about the small number of manpower and supplies that were not received in time.
The clan headed by Liuqing will not violate the contract if it does not touch the interests of the other party's family.The exchange of interests between the two parties is still going on, and sooner or later people and materials will be sent to Zhidi.
Knowing this, Zhi Xuan devised such a bold plan.
Anyway, it's just a one-shot deal, and if someone takes it out, it's a victory.As for how to finish it, the others have already left, and they don't plan to come back for a few years, so it doesn't matter whether it's finished or not.
The Marquis of Xiyuan turned his anger back, could it be possible to send troops to arrest him?
Obviously impossible.
Want people to go back?
These people have to be willing to go back with them.
The most important thing is that he was tricked by Xi Yuanhou several times, and it is not too much to pay back once now.
Zhi Xuan doesn't care what other people think.
He doesn't want others to think, as long as he thinks it is reasonable!
The mansion order was ordered to take people out of the city, except for Zhi Xuan and a few servants, the whole mansion was empty.The things that should be taken away have been sent out of the city in advance, especially the study room, all emptied, not even a bamboo slip left.
"My lord, the government order has brought people out of the city." A servant walked through the corridor and hurried to Zhi Xuan.
"Is everything going well?" Zhi Xuan asked.
"My lord, everything is going well."
"good."
Zhixuan showed a smile, ordered his servants to follow him, walked out of the house all the way, boarded the bullock cart, and went to see Dr. Sang, who was visiting an old friend.
Behind him, the door of the mansion was closed. On the surface, there was no abnormality, but in fact there was no one in the mansion.
Bullock carts pass through the long street, and the road is lined with low walls built of mud. Behind the walls are workshops of different sizes, which are respectively inhabited by clans, Chinese and common people, hence the name.For example, Su's residence is Sufang, and Mi's residence is Mifang, which is clear and simple.
The people of the country and the common people cannot monopolize a square, and they all live in several households next to each other.There is a clear distinction between each other, insisting that the people of the country are neighbors with the people of the country, and the common people live with the common people, and never live with each other.
This way of living is convenient for Zhi Xuan, allowing him to arrange the layout calmly, allowing a large number of ordinary people to leave the city in advance, without attracting the attention of others.
The ox cart passed through several Shurenfang and Guorenfang, and came to the place that Sang doctor had informed in advance.
The bullock cart stopped, and after confirming the location was correct, Zhi Xuan asked the attendant to come forward and call the door.
After waiting for a while, the wooden door opened, and an old man walked out from behind the door.About fifty years old, with totems tattooed on his cheeks and neck, he has a strong body, bulging tendons can still be seen on his arms, and his shoulders are very broad.
Seeing that it was Zhi Xuan who came, the old man couldn't help being surprised, and hurriedly saluted.
"I've seen Young Master Xuan."
Doctor Sang's visit was none other than the witch doctor who awakened Gong Zixuan, a rare witch doctor.
As early as the time of hunting, Zhi Xuan planned to visit the witch doctor, but unfortunately, he was always stumbling by things and never found the opportunity.Before he was about to leave, he suddenly remembered this matter, discussed with Dr. Sang, and after his recommendation, he decided to invite the witch to go to the fief together.
When the three returned to the room, Zhi Xuan cut straight to the point and offered an invitation in person.
"How about the unknown?"
In fact, the witch doctor had already been persuaded before he came to the door.
Doctor Sang told him that medicinal materials can be planted, and when he reaches Zhidi, Gong Zixuan will specially bestow medicinal fields, medicinal servants and medicinal servants, and he is very moved.Before he had time to speak, Zhixuan came to the door.
Young Master Xuan made an invitation in person and promised personally that when he went to Zhidi, everything Dr. Sang said would be fulfilled.
This kind of treatment would never happen again, the witch doctor was grateful for the sincerity of the other party, no longer hesitated, and nodded in agreement on the spot.
Zhi Xuan was very happy with the witch doctor's choice, which saved him from having to adopt the second plan.In any case, voluntariness is very important, and it is always bad to kidnap someone forcibly, let alone a witch.
"In that case, let's leave today." Zhi Xuan said.
"Today?" The witch doctor thought he heard it wrong.
"Today." Zhi Xuan nodded and continued, "Leave the city now."
The witch doctor was sure that Zhi Xuan was not joking, and his mood suddenly became a little delicate.
Although he does not go to court, the news is very well-informed.He has his own channels to obtain information about what happened in the court, and he can find some clues from it.
Zhi Xuan was ordered to guard the border, but he hadn't left for a long time, and now he was leaving suddenly, no matter how he looked at it, something was wrong.Is there something in it that he doesn't know?
The witch doctor began to hesitate, and suddenly realized that his choice was too hasty, and wondered if it was too late to repent.
The answer, of course, is too late!
Since he nodded, there was absolutely no room for regret.
Sensing the hesitation of the witch doctor, Zhi Xuan and Doctor Sang looked at each other, and decided to do it together, one on the left and the other on the arm of the witch doctor, and under the shocked eyes of the waiter, forced the witch doctor out of the door.
Gong Zixuan did it himself, the witch doctor had to go if he went, or he had to go if he didn't go.
Help?
Who to turn to?
If he still wants to live and communicate with heaven, it is best to give up this idea.
The reason why Zhi Xuan is so domineering is also for the development of the territory.
He got inspiration from the craftsmen, knowing that most of the craftsmen in this era are multi-skilled.
If the mulberry doctor can plant medicine, the witch doctor must also be able to.
The two can cultivate better medicinal materials, and they should also be able to select and cultivate good grains.It is not expected that there will be a thousand catties per mu, but an increase of one or two hundred catties on the existing basis can always be found.
Although they are cross-professional, there are also commonalities.Furthermore, whoever stipulated that mulberry doctors and witch doctors cannot be transferred to agronomist, you can try it.
As a result, the witch doctor was forced to ride in an ox cart, and the attendant helped pack the luggage with him.Looking back at the distant home, I really want to cry but have no tears.
In the name of inspecting the military camp, Zhi Xuan was not stopped and left the city very smoothly.
A group of people came to the barracks, and the government order was waiting outside the camp.
"Is everything well arranged?" Zhi Xuan asked without getting out of the car.
"Master, it's a good luck not to disgrace your life!" The government order replied.
When the two were talking, the armored soldiers in the battalion began to line up, forming a lineup under the leadership of the armored commander.Due to the different places of origin and the number of people, the queue is not very neat. It seems that they are doing their own thing and it is difficult to integrate together.
Zhi Xuan had expected this situation, so he sent a group of people away in advance.But now it seems that the effect is not very great.
However, the most important thing now is to leave, before Xi Yuanhou finds out that something is wrong, the farther the better.As for the relationship between the soldiers, you can slowly get used to it on the road.If you really can't get along, you can go to the fief to talk about it.
Thinking of this, Zhi Xuan ordered all the team to assemble, Doctor Sang and the witch doctor changed to another carriage, and he himself boarded the carriage that had been prepared long ago.
Although the bullock cart is stable, its speed is limited.In contrast, the carriage is much faster.
"The staff is ready, set off immediately, and go to Zhidi!"
The soldiers in the battalion are well-trained and can be dispatched at any time.The common people, servants and slaves were in chaos for a while, but they were quickly organized and found their respective positions.
More carts and wheelbarrows were rolled out, and a large number of horses were roped and controlled by soldiers and servants to pull the vehicles forward.
The livestock given by the monarch have been sent away in advance, and there are special personnel to make arrangements.Most of the food was also sent away, and the rest was piled on the cart and transported to the fief with the team.
Zhixuan's car was specially built so that it would not bump like a chariot. The cabin was very spacious and covered with animal skins.
There is a hidden compartment on the car board, and a small table underneath.There are several wooden boxes and bags in the corner of the car, inside are the bamboo slips brought out from the mansion, as well as snacks and dried meat prepared in advance.
This car was carefully crafted by craftsmen, not to mention the Xiyuan Kingdom, even the Central Capital could not find a similar second one.
Sitting in the car, Zhi Xuan could not feel too much bumps, and was very satisfied with the craftsmanship of the craftsman.
The camps outside the city were not wasted either.
Before leaving, Zhi Xuan ordered them to be dismantled quickly, and everything that could be taken away was loaded into the car and taken away.
The slaves strictly obeyed the orders, and did not spare a piece of wood or a handful of fodder when they demolished the camp.When the carts are all full, the camp site is completely emptied and becomes bare.
During this period of time, the family members of the common people came here one after another, and many of them brought freshly picked mushrooms and wild vegetables.
All the personnel arrived, Zhi Xuan gave an order, and the team set off immediately.
On the city wall, the soldiers were dumbfounded when they saw the changes in the camp.After reacting, report to Chief Jia immediately.
Chief Jia knew that part of the camp would be demolished today, and when he heard the report, he didn't take what the soldiers said to heart.When he boarded the city wall, looked over with his own eyes, and found that there was no military camp outside the city, only a piece of bare land was left, he couldn't help being dazed on the spot.
"You just said that Young Master Xuan is going out of the city today?" Chief Jia grabbed the soldier by the collar and dragged him to him.
The soldier was so strangled that he couldn't speak, he could only wave his arms and nodded his head struggling.
The chief armor threw away the soldiers, took another look outside the city, turned around and quickly ran down the city wall.
When Xiyuanhou and Liuqing received the news, their first reactions were stunned and somewhat disbelieving.
Zhixuan's secrecy work is very good. Everyone knows that he will be sealed if he wants to, but they didn't expect it to be so sudden.
He had never moved before, but suddenly moved, which was really unexpected.Even if he wants to leave, he should report to the monarch.Leaving without saying a word is always lacking in etiquette.
Nishihara Hou felt very complicated.
When Zhi Xuan stayed in the city, he hoped that his son would leave.Now that Zhi Xuan was leaving without even saying hello, apart from being a little bit embarrassed, he also vaguely felt that something was wrong.
Soon, Marquis Xiyuan and Liu Qing knew the reason why Zhi Xuan did this.
"A thousand households?!"
On the next day in the court hall, when someone reported the disappearance of the population in the city, Marquis Xiyuan was startled and angry, and almost lost his composure on the spot.
The Doctor Zhong who reported this matter was also very helpless. Faced with the monarch's dark face, he still bite the bullet and continued: "I have ordered people to check the facts. There are a total of [-] households who went out of the city with Young Master Xuan. They are all common people."
If he is not a Chinese, he cannot be recalled for military service.They are not slaves, and they are not in their own fiefdoms, so the interests of the clans are not involved, so they can watch the show from the sidelines.
In this population migration led by Zhixuan, the only one who lost was Xiyuanhou.
Marquis Xiyuan repeatedly set traps, intending to make Zhixuan and his clan confront each other.Zhi Xuan did not confront directly, but used this unique method to fight back, which can be said to be quite beautiful.
Marquis Xi Yuan was so angry that he clenched his fists tightly, but he had nothing to do with Zhi Xuan.
common people voluntarily follow
Whether developing a territory or building a new army, opening up wasteland and growing food is the most important thing, and there is food to be confident.
To open up a large area of wasteland, in addition to improving tools and grain seeds, Zhi Xuan needed a lot of manpower.To him, every labor force is quite precious.However, how to take these people away still needs a long-term plan.
It is naturally impossible to report to Marquis Xiyuan.
Hundreds of middle-aged laborers, once reported, people will definitely not be able to take them away, and 3000% of them will attract suspicion.If it is not reported, two or [-] people will go out of the city together, and it will be impossible to hide it, and it is impossible not to attract attention.
After careful consideration, Zhixuan ordered the servants to step back, and then ordered the government order to find some trustworthy people to quickly count the common people who intend to leave, including their family members.
"Come and report to me as soon as it's done."
"promise!"
The government order took the order and went down to make arrangements that day.
There are a lot of people around the warehouse, and there are family members from the clan, so it's not easy to make it too obvious.The servants around the magistrate suggested to mark the wooden bowls used by the common people and slaves, and calculate the approximate amount with straw knotted ropes.
Due to the flow of personnel, the number of discrepancies is inevitable.After several days of comparison, as long as the gap is not too large, you can report to Zhixuan.
The government order adopted the servant's suggestion, praised him for being smart, and directly transferred him to work by his side, obviously with the intention of cultivating him.
The waiter was overjoyed, his face flushed with excitement.
"Servant must be careful!"
"Okay, let's do it quickly. If you do this well, you will benefit." The government order sent the servants away, and according to Zhixuan's previous plan, he took out a few bamboo slips from the side room, and according to the above list, I plan to send a group of craftsmen and soldiers to Zhidi first.
A large number of people migrate, food is a must, and houses must be prepared in advance.
There are only about [-] households in Zhidi, and thousands of people will be relocated this time. It is better to arrange slaves and slaves. The soldiers need to build additional military camps, and craftsmen in the fief alone are definitely not enough.
The lands of Feng and Liang were given to Zhixuan only in name, and the rulers of these lands were appointed by the king.Zhi Xuan would not easily transfer the subjects of the two places before he had personally visited the two places and formally took over.
In this way, these craftsmen and slaves who can build houses are extremely important.
"When we arrive at the fief, someone will arrange for it. My son, choose an open space to build a row house, with a wooden wall outside the house. Take the military camp outside the city as an example, the house must be strong."
The government order summoned the craftsman who took the lead and gave them careful instructions.He also selected a few prudent people from the team, and ordered them to lead five to ten people each, and set off with the first batch of soldiers.
"Everything to bring has been arranged in advance. The family will also go together, and there will be large vehicles on the road."
According to Zhixuan's plan, the thousand armored soldiers were divided into two groups, one group led the countrymen, common people and slaves assigned by the monarch to set off first, and the rest guarded Zhixuan and led the extra common people and slaves to set off.
The government order kept Zhi Xuan's orders in mind, and did not dare to be sloppy in doing things.
Since some of the soldiers were still on the way, and the people of the country and the common people had not yet arrived, he could only separate out some people from the camp outside the city, sort out the list, and hand it over to several senior officials who had been in the mansion before, and they would lead them. Set off.
Zhi Xuan had already read the documents of these few doctors, and also talked with them face to face.Regarding their abilities, Zhi Xuan held a positive attitude.Whether it is loyal or not, and whether it can be used with confidence, we need to continue to observe.
There are certain risks in choosing them to lead the team, and it is easy for the clans to connect together on the way.But Zhi Xuan had no other choice.Only by taking the initiative to expose some flaws and making the clan think it is profitable will it be convenient for the next plan.
In addition, arranging for some people to leave first is also to reassure Marquis Nishihara.
Zhi Xuan did not set off for a long time, and the continuously gathering soldiers and the supplies delivered one after another were too conspicuous, it was hard not to worry Xi Yuanhou.Coupled with the common people who mainly come to the door, if it is not handled well, there is no guarantee that Xi Yuanhou will not be upset.
Of course, this is the worst case.
In the situation where there is still room for improvement, Zhi Xuan never wants to go to that step.
After all, he was about to leave the Western Capital City soon, and he had completed 99 steps out of a hundred steps, and he was only one step away from success. He didn't want to fall short.
In order to reassure all parties, Zhixuan deliberately made the government order act more aggressively.As he expected, when the first batch of teams set off, there were movements in the Monarch's Mansion and the various clans.
The clan confirmed that the news was true, and there was no other action.None of them, including the Mies brothers, sent any other spies, nor did they have any intention of contacting the team that set out.
The reason is that Zhi Xuan has not gone to the fief and the new army has not been formally established, so smart people will not be in a hurry.
"The matter has not been accomplished, so sending someone at this time has become a target."
There is no clan head who does not understand this truth.Even if someone in the family couldn't hold back and wanted to do something, they would be held down immediately, and they were not allowed to act rashly.
The clan chose to stand still, but Marquis Xiyuan did not. The day after the team set off, Zhixuan was summoned to the monarch's residence.
Zhi Xuan was well prepared for the question of Marquis Xiyuan, and answered it impeccably.
In addition, every time he answered a question, he had to compliment Xi Yuanhou.The scriptures were quoted in the words, and the affection was so sincere that he almost rushed to hug his thigh with tears in his eyes.
If the scum dad can't bear it, he loses!
It was the first time that Marquis Xiyuan found it difficult to be complimented. Seeing that Zhixuan was still talking, he could only forcefully interrupt him, not wanting to listen any longer.
"Going to Zhidi, my son should be more cautious. The clan is available, but it must be guarded against. Officials are loyal, there is no need to be impatient, and you should take it slowly. Di Rong is like a weed, with a fierce temperament. When there is no food to eat, evil is as complete A pack of wild wolves. When it comes to internal affairs, people in the feudal country can use it, common people can use it, and slaves can also use it. Thousands of soldiers may not be loyal to you, but you can use them with confidence when fighting outside."
Hearing Xi Yuanhou's words, Zhi Xuan couldn't help being surprised.
Although there are provocative elements in the words, they are actually reminding and teaching him.
"Son follows father's instruction." Zhi Xuan said seriously.
Marquis Xi Yuan took the initiative to throw out an olive branch, and he must follow suit.Before the wings are full, he has to learn to walk the tightrope and try to walk as steadily as possible.
Isn't it just thick skinned?
He is good at it.
Seeing Zhi Xuan's reaction, Marquis Xiyuan looked complicated, and said: "You are my son, your temperament and actions are not like mine, but more like your father."
The "big father" in Xiyuanhou's mouth refers to the previous Xiyuanhou, that is, Zhixuan's grandfather.
Before Zhixuan was born, the previous Marquis of Xiyuan had passed away. He had never seen this famous prince galloping on the battlefield with his own eyes. Everything about him came from the records in books and dictation.
When Xi Yuanhou was young, he used strong means to suppress the clan, which was influenced by his father.It's a pity that he didn't have the ability and strength of his father, and he was accidentally plotted against, causing the military power to fall aside, which led to the current situation.
Today's Marquis Xiyuan is particularly talkative. Starting with the previous Marquis Xiyuan, he told Zhixuan a lot about the ancestors of the Yuan clan.
There are successes, and of course there are failures.
If the clan is successfully subdued, the ruler will be mighty, and he will say what he says in the court; if he fails, he may become a puppet, or die young, and only the words in the history books can give him fairness behind him.
The historian is strong, inherited from the family, has held the knife and pen in the past, no matter the merits or demerits, only the facts are recorded.The power is as great as the monarch and the six ministers, and they can't hide the truth.
If the historians of Xiyuan Kingdom were killed because of writing, historians from other countries would flock here.The person who did it and even the family behind him will be spurned by thousands of people, and will be left with a bad reputation for thousands of years.
Such examples abound, not only Xiyuan Country.
The historian records the truth and will not change it arbitrarily because of the strength of a certain country.Even if the history books of a country can be changed, how many vassal states in the world are there?Even if one copy is passed on, the truth will not be covered up.
In this era, etiquette is strictly observed, and there are rules in all aspects, and some aspects can even be called rigid.But it is also this kind of rigidity that leaves a precious legacy to future generations, that is, the strength of character!
Xi Yuanhou's narration was very plain, but Zhi Xuan's heart trembled when he heard it, because of the blood in the straightforward narration, and because of the flashes of swords and swords between the lines.
"I'm not as good as my father. If you are, I don't know how much I can achieve." Xi Yuanhou suddenly changed the subject, and his words fell straight on Zhixuan's head like a thunderbolt.
Zhi Xuan didn't raise his head, cold sweat was already breaking out on the back of his neck.
The temperature in the room is not high, but he seems to be sitting on a stove, and he may be swallowed by flames anytime, anywhere.
Marquis Xi Yuan, who had been eloquent all this time, suddenly stopped. He no longer told the history, but looked at Zhi Xuan seriously, waiting patiently for his answer.
Zhi Xuan smiled wryly in the dark, knowing very well in his heart that this time he would not be able to get away with it.
He wasn't sure if there was a knife and axe in ambush outside the door, and if he said something wrong, would he immediately throw a cup as a sign.
"Why didn't you answer?" Xi Yuanhou said in a deep voice.
Zhi Xuan closed his eyes forcefully, then opened them again, the confusion and worry receded, leaving only a piece of determination.
"I don't know Xuan, is the person who asked me the king or my father?"
This sentence is really bold, beyond Xi Yuanhou's expectation, and it is completely different from his previous cautiousness.
"What's the difference?"
"If you are a king, Xuan is terrified. If you are not a son, you would dare to speak falsely. If you are a father, Xuan will not fall into the prestige of his ancestors, and he must do his best."
After saying that, Zhi Xuan raised his head, looked straight at Xi Yuanhou, his back was as straight as a steel knife.
Staring at him for a moment, Marquis Nishihara suddenly laughed, from low to high, even a little crazy.
Hearing the sound, the servants outside the door were quite surprised, but they didn't dare to take a peek, so they could only stand where they were, guessing what made the monarch laugh.
Ever since he was seriously injured by the assassination and was unable to lead the army to fight, Marquis Xiyuan had never smiled like this again, so that many people forgot how high-spirited, bold and hearty he was when he was young.
Zhi Xuan remained silent, waiting for Marquis Xiyuan to stop.
After a long time, Marquis Nishihara finally had enough of laughing.
Laughing made him exhausted, and he was too emotional, he could only put his hands on the table, coughed a few times, and panted heavily.
Zhi Xuan observed carefully and found that one arm of Marquis Xi Yuan was shaking slightly. Obviously, his old injury started to hurt again.
Xi Yuanhou's intuition was extremely keen, and before Zhi Xuan could look back, he was caught straight.
Seeing the fierce light in Xi Yuanhou's eyes clearly, Zhi Xuan couldn't help but gasped, and his spine felt chills.Resisting not to bow his head, he forced himself to look at Xi Yuanhou.
He can't say he fully understands Marquis Nishihara, but he understands human nature.
If you avoid your sight at this time, it is likely to make the other party fall into a rage.
Looking at each other, Zhi Xuan's sweat became more urgent, running down his neck and soaking into his collar.
Xi Yuanhou looked at him deeply, sighed suddenly, and rolled up his sleeves.
What caught Zhi Xuan's eyes was a deformed arm due to fractures.Two ugly scars climbed from the elbows to the shoulders.The shape of the scar is so irregular that it is difficult to determine what weapon caused it.
Marquis Xiyuan had no intention of explaining to him, he only said: "Have you seen it clearly?"
"Your Majesty..." Zhi Xuan's voice became dry.
"If you were the king, would you be like me?"
Zhi Xuan's heart was beating wildly.
Everything today is too unreasonable, the Xiyuanhou in front of him seems to be a different person, completely different from what he knew before.
"Don't try to prevaricate." Xi Yuanhou lowered his sleeves to cover his aching arm.Standing up and bypassing the table, standing in front of Zhixuan, looking down at him, said in a deep voice, "If you were the king, would you be like me?"
"No." This time, Zhi Xuan didn't evade, looked directly at Marquis Xi Yuan, and gave the answer.
"Good!" Marquis Xiyuan laughed again, "Cunning like a fox, just like your father."
Marquis Xiyuan turned around, and the pressure on Zhi Xuan suddenly eased.Looking at the back of the other party, I really want to ask: Is it really okay to say that my own father is cunning?If the previous Xiyuan Hou Quan knew about it, would he be so angry that he wanted to lift the coffin?
Seeing Marquis Xiyuan who was seated again, Zhi Xuan suppressed his doubts and quickly pulled himself together.
Be it acting or true intentions, everything about today is unusual.But it can also be seen that Marquis Nishihara is trying to repair the relationship with him.
What to say?
After fighting wits and courage with the clan for many years, he really can bend and stretch.
After the previous conversation, the superficial relationship between the father and son eased.What the truth is, only each other knows it well.
It was late, and what should be said had been said, Zhi Xuan got up to leave.
Marquis Xiyuan called him to stop and stayed in the mansion for dinner.
"If we go to the fiefdom, we will not see each other for several years." Marquis Xiyuan sighed.
Zhi Xuan didn't take it seriously, but he was kind, thanked Marquis Xiyuan, and stayed for dinner together.
The banquet was very rich, with grilled venison, stewed beef and mutton.In addition, there are some wild animals that Zhi Xuan has never seen before.
Marquis Xiyuan told him that it was tiger meat and crocodile meat.
"The meat is produced in the southeast, and it is rare in China." Xi Yuanhou liked the meat very much, and he ate up a whole pot in one sitting.
Zhi Xuan picked up a piece of meat, and while chewing, thought that this would be a few years in prison.After swallowing it, he picked up the tiger meat in the tripod again, thinking of the sturgeon fish he had eaten before and the rare birds at the Bei'an state banquet, if nothing unexpected happened, he could sit through the prison.
After the meal, Hou Daozhi of Xiyuan sent him ten maidservants, all young and beautiful, with a voice like a yellow warbler, soft waist and limbs, and they seemed to be very good at singing and dancing.
"Thank you, Your Majesty, for the reward."
When someone was presented in front of him, Zhi Xuan naturally couldn't refuse.
Marquis Xiyuan was very satisfied with his knowledge, the father and son tacitly agreed, and never mentioned the clan and the new army.
Leaving the Monarch's Mansion, Zhi Xuan was thinking about his thoughts all the way.Behind the ox cart was the maid who was given to him by the monarch. Along the way, there was a burst of fragrant wind, like flowers blooming, which attracted passers-by on the roadside to stop.
After arriving home, Zhixuan summoned the magistrate and ordered him to take him down and resettle him.
"Don't let them walk around casually." Zhi Xuan said.
"promise!"
The government order has a serious expression, which looks quite scary.
The girls are newcomers, so they dare not make mistakes, so they can only follow the government order honestly and settle down temporarily.
In the next few days, Zhixuan received letters from the clan one after another, mainly asking about the new army, and at the same time testing his current relationship with Marquis Xiyuan.
At the last court meeting, because of the establishment of a new army, the father and son had disagreements. Although they did not tear each other apart, the relationship became tense.Anyone with a discerning eye can see that Marquis Xiyuan and Young Master Xuan are not on good terms.For the clan, this is not a bad thing.The discord between father and son is beneficial to the officials. The establishment of the new army is an example.
After a period of indifference, Marquis Xiyuan summoned Zhi Xuan suddenly, and everyone could not help guessing what the purpose was.
If the father and son get back together, or if it was a scene from the very beginning, Zhi Xuan would not be so easy to get the resources they gave away.
Seeing the worries of the clansmen, Zhi Xuan finally figured out the intention of Marquis Xiyuan.
It turned out to be another big pit!
"Still inexperienced." Zhi Xuan put down the bamboo slips, pinched his forehead, and sighed.
He thought he had seen through Xi Yuanhou's plan, but he didn't expect that everything was just a cover, and the ultimate goal was to put a nail between him and the clan.
Regardless of what the two said in person, as long as he was summoned and rumors that the father and son had a happy conversation, it would definitely attract speculation.
Said that the relationship between the two is not good?
If it's not good, you will keep him for dinner and give him ten beauties?
No arguing!
Thinking of this, Zhi Xuan couldn't help gritting his teeth, and knocked on the table with his fists.
Scumbag, proper scumbag!
He didn't show any mercy when he cheated on his son!
But it's useless to regret it now if you step into the trap.After a lot of brainstorming, Zhi Xuan wrote the reply letter and sent someone to send it out immediately after explaining the government order.
Whether the recipient believes what he says is out of his control.
It doesn't matter if you don't believe it, everyone is exchanging interests, he promises to keep his promise, and the other party can't immediately turn his face and ask for people and materials back.
As for the Marquis of Xiyuan, Zhi Xuan also thought very clearly, if there is no reconciliation, face must be maintained.
If one day he really jumped up and killed his father to usurp the throne, these clans must be the first to shoot him to death.It's just so contradictory, awkward and unreasonable, even if the gods come.
However, Marquis Nishihara's scheme really made him angry.Again and again, not again and again, I am used to cheating my son, so what can I do if I come here at will!
Since the other party strikes first, don't blame him for not talking about martial arts.
It's one thing to save face, it's another to vent your anger on yourself.Simply play with a big one, scrape as much as you can, don't let the scum daddy feel so bad, and vow to never give up!
"Come on!"
After Zhixuan issued an order, the government order acted quickly, the servants of the whole government were mobilized, and the words about the young master Xuan Renshan were widely spread.
Every meal time, steaming food will be delivered from the mansion, and the aroma of the food will be wafted along the way.
After distributing millet rice and hot soup, a few clever servants mixed into the crowd, and while making friends with everyone, they spread the benefits of moving to Zhidi.
"Is it really that good?" a newcomer asked.
"Of course! Young master Xuanying Wu is benevolent, how could you lie to us!" No need for the waiter to answer, the person who came to work earlier gave the answer.
According to word of mouth, the news that he followed Zhixuan to fief the land, opened up wasteland for three years without handing in gifts, and five and a half years of gifts spread quickly.Instigated by servants and ordinary people who were determined to move, more people began to be tempted.
When they returned home that day, many people discussed with their family members and wanted to move the whole family away.
"If you really want to leave, the fields here won't be planted anymore?" Hearing her husband's words, the woman was reluctant.
"Why don't you go?" The man wiped off the sweat from his face, handed the millet to his wife, and said, "The neighbor has a slave, so he won't hire me to farm next year. With those thin fields outside the city, we can't grow them." How much food and taxes have to be paid, how can we feed the whole family?"
The wife opened her pocket, grabbed a handful of millet, and watched the grains slip through her fingers. Without a few grains of sand, she knew it was good millet.
"I've heard people say it. Is it true? If I go, I still have to pay a tax. What should I do?" She is not indifferent, but there are three children and an old man in the family. The situation is not as good as it is now, and the family is afraid that there is no way out.
"No." The man said firmly, "Young Master Xuan Shouxin, let me have enough food every day, as well as millet and linen. It's not wrong to go with him!"
Seeing her husband's promise, the woman stopped talking, turned around and washed the corn into the pot, and let the older children watch the fire. She took a clay pot from the shelf, opened the pot, and took out a few pieces with long chopsticks. pickles.
The smell of millet and rice gradually wafted out, and the woman was about to serve the meal, when suddenly the man grabbed her and stuffed a few pieces of oily meat into her hand.
"I ate meat soup today, so I was lucky. When it is put in corn rice, mothers and children can also taste the meat."
The meat dregs were wrapped in leaves and had been hidden by men all the time. Although they hadn't spoiled, they didn't taste very good.Even so, the woman still felt like a treasure, reluctant to wash it, put it directly into a bowl, put it full of millet and rice, and handed it to the elderly and children.
The old man was not willing to eat, so he gave it to the child.Asked about the source of the meat residue, he repeatedly said that the young master Xuan Renhou asked his son to work hard.
Looking at the family members eating deliciously, the couple looked at each other, and at the same time made up their minds to follow Young Master Xuan to Zhidi!
They don't want to be hungry anymore, at least they want to let the elderly and children have enough to eat.Staying here is an extravagant hope, why not make a desperate effort and follow Young Master Xuan to open up wasteland.
Similar situations occurred in different common people's homes.
After seeing the food and linen brought back by their relatives and hearing the benefits of going to Zhidi, the whole family decided to move out after discussion.
"If nothing else, I will have a lot of strength to open up more wasteland, and if I don't pay taxes for three years, I will always be full!"
The next day, the attendant reported to the government order that there were more than 100 ordinary people who decided to leave with them, including their family members, which was already close to the number that Zhixuan expected.
The government order did not dare to delay, and immediately reported to Zhixuan.
Zhi Xuan immediately proceeded to the second step, sending people out of the city as soon as possible in the name of transporting food and dismantling some of the camps.
"promise!"
The government ordered to go down, and the servants hurriedly acted.
When the common people received the news, they packed their bags immediately after returning home.
"Bring everything you can. Take your children out of the city tomorrow morning and wait near the camp. Remember, if someone asks, just tell me to dig wild vegetables. Don't miss out. There are still a few of you," the man turned to several Children, "You must be obedient!"
The children nodded vigorously and helped their parents pack their luggage together.
With Zhixuan's cart as cover, these luggage could easily be disguised as grain and transported out of the city together.
The next day, just after dawn, human voices appeared in Shurenfang.
Several families opened the gates at the same time, and found that the people on the opposite side were all the same as themselves, carrying or carrying all their family assets with them, so they knew each other's plans.
"Walk together."
The oldest man in the grade took the lead, and the others followed, carefully avoiding the patrolling soldiers, and gathered at the agreed place together.
The magistrate personally brought people over, followed by more than 50 carts, lined up on the long street, with almost no end in sight.
"Don't stand still, load the car!" A servant jumped out of the car, asked the government order, and directed everyone to put the luggage on the car, and the fences on both sides were erected, and a few bags of grain were piled on it, and then covered with straw mats. , even if the camouflage is complete.
Some common people and slaves were also arranged in the car and covered with straw mats and sackcloth, so as to reduce the number of people in the team and avoid attracting attention as much as possible.
"Walk."
The carts were all full, and the government ordered to leave the city.With him in his company, the soldiers guarding the city gate will not block them.Routine inspections will not be as stringent as for passing caravans.
Since it was still early, the convoy passed through the city, and it was difficult to see pedestrians on both sides of the road.When they met the soldiers patrolling the city, they knew it was Gong Zixuan's convoy, and knew that he would send people to deliver supplies, but they didn't attract much attention.
The common people followed behind the team, not nervous at all, but somewhat uncontrollably excited.As long as they leave the city gate, they can join their families, leave the western capital, and head to Zhidi together!
At the same time, Zhi Xuan also made preparations.
He wants to take away 5000 people from the western capital, and it is impossible to keep things hidden.As long as these people don't return to the city today, Marquis Xiyuan and the officials will immediately find out that something is wrong.
Unintentionally facing the anger of Marquis Nishihara, he decided to leave early and leave with the team.
Zhi Xuan was not worried about the small number of manpower and supplies that were not received in time.
The clan headed by Liuqing will not violate the contract if it does not touch the interests of the other party's family.The exchange of interests between the two parties is still going on, and sooner or later people and materials will be sent to Zhidi.
Knowing this, Zhi Xuan devised such a bold plan.
Anyway, it's just a one-shot deal, and if someone takes it out, it's a victory.As for how to finish it, the others have already left, and they don't plan to come back for a few years, so it doesn't matter whether it's finished or not.
The Marquis of Xiyuan turned his anger back, could it be possible to send troops to arrest him?
Obviously impossible.
Want people to go back?
These people have to be willing to go back with them.
The most important thing is that he was tricked by Xi Yuanhou several times, and it is not too much to pay back once now.
Zhi Xuan doesn't care what other people think.
He doesn't want others to think, as long as he thinks it is reasonable!
The mansion order was ordered to take people out of the city, except for Zhi Xuan and a few servants, the whole mansion was empty.The things that should be taken away have been sent out of the city in advance, especially the study room, all emptied, not even a bamboo slip left.
"My lord, the government order has brought people out of the city." A servant walked through the corridor and hurried to Zhi Xuan.
"Is everything going well?" Zhi Xuan asked.
"My lord, everything is going well."
"good."
Zhixuan showed a smile, ordered his servants to follow him, walked out of the house all the way, boarded the bullock cart, and went to see Dr. Sang, who was visiting an old friend.
Behind him, the door of the mansion was closed. On the surface, there was no abnormality, but in fact there was no one in the mansion.
Bullock carts pass through the long street, and the road is lined with low walls built of mud. Behind the walls are workshops of different sizes, which are respectively inhabited by clans, Chinese and common people, hence the name.For example, Su's residence is Sufang, and Mi's residence is Mifang, which is clear and simple.
The people of the country and the common people cannot monopolize a square, and they all live in several households next to each other.There is a clear distinction between each other, insisting that the people of the country are neighbors with the people of the country, and the common people live with the common people, and never live with each other.
This way of living is convenient for Zhi Xuan, allowing him to arrange the layout calmly, allowing a large number of ordinary people to leave the city in advance, without attracting the attention of others.
The ox cart passed through several Shurenfang and Guorenfang, and came to the place that Sang doctor had informed in advance.
The bullock cart stopped, and after confirming the location was correct, Zhi Xuan asked the attendant to come forward and call the door.
After waiting for a while, the wooden door opened, and an old man walked out from behind the door.About fifty years old, with totems tattooed on his cheeks and neck, he has a strong body, bulging tendons can still be seen on his arms, and his shoulders are very broad.
Seeing that it was Zhi Xuan who came, the old man couldn't help being surprised, and hurriedly saluted.
"I've seen Young Master Xuan."
Doctor Sang's visit was none other than the witch doctor who awakened Gong Zixuan, a rare witch doctor.
As early as the time of hunting, Zhi Xuan planned to visit the witch doctor, but unfortunately, he was always stumbling by things and never found the opportunity.Before he was about to leave, he suddenly remembered this matter, discussed with Dr. Sang, and after his recommendation, he decided to invite the witch to go to the fief together.
When the three returned to the room, Zhi Xuan cut straight to the point and offered an invitation in person.
"How about the unknown?"
In fact, the witch doctor had already been persuaded before he came to the door.
Doctor Sang told him that medicinal materials can be planted, and when he reaches Zhidi, Gong Zixuan will specially bestow medicinal fields, medicinal servants and medicinal servants, and he is very moved.Before he had time to speak, Zhixuan came to the door.
Young Master Xuan made an invitation in person and promised personally that when he went to Zhidi, everything Dr. Sang said would be fulfilled.
This kind of treatment would never happen again, the witch doctor was grateful for the sincerity of the other party, no longer hesitated, and nodded in agreement on the spot.
Zhi Xuan was very happy with the witch doctor's choice, which saved him from having to adopt the second plan.In any case, voluntariness is very important, and it is always bad to kidnap someone forcibly, let alone a witch.
"In that case, let's leave today." Zhi Xuan said.
"Today?" The witch doctor thought he heard it wrong.
"Today." Zhi Xuan nodded and continued, "Leave the city now."
The witch doctor was sure that Zhi Xuan was not joking, and his mood suddenly became a little delicate.
Although he does not go to court, the news is very well-informed.He has his own channels to obtain information about what happened in the court, and he can find some clues from it.
Zhi Xuan was ordered to guard the border, but he hadn't left for a long time, and now he was leaving suddenly, no matter how he looked at it, something was wrong.Is there something in it that he doesn't know?
The witch doctor began to hesitate, and suddenly realized that his choice was too hasty, and wondered if it was too late to repent.
The answer, of course, is too late!
Since he nodded, there was absolutely no room for regret.
Sensing the hesitation of the witch doctor, Zhi Xuan and Doctor Sang looked at each other, and decided to do it together, one on the left and the other on the arm of the witch doctor, and under the shocked eyes of the waiter, forced the witch doctor out of the door.
Gong Zixuan did it himself, the witch doctor had to go if he went, or he had to go if he didn't go.
Help?
Who to turn to?
If he still wants to live and communicate with heaven, it is best to give up this idea.
The reason why Zhi Xuan is so domineering is also for the development of the territory.
He got inspiration from the craftsmen, knowing that most of the craftsmen in this era are multi-skilled.
If the mulberry doctor can plant medicine, the witch doctor must also be able to.
The two can cultivate better medicinal materials, and they should also be able to select and cultivate good grains.It is not expected that there will be a thousand catties per mu, but an increase of one or two hundred catties on the existing basis can always be found.
Although they are cross-professional, there are also commonalities.Furthermore, whoever stipulated that mulberry doctors and witch doctors cannot be transferred to agronomist, you can try it.
As a result, the witch doctor was forced to ride in an ox cart, and the attendant helped pack the luggage with him.Looking back at the distant home, I really want to cry but have no tears.
In the name of inspecting the military camp, Zhi Xuan was not stopped and left the city very smoothly.
A group of people came to the barracks, and the government order was waiting outside the camp.
"Is everything well arranged?" Zhi Xuan asked without getting out of the car.
"Master, it's a good luck not to disgrace your life!" The government order replied.
When the two were talking, the armored soldiers in the battalion began to line up, forming a lineup under the leadership of the armored commander.Due to the different places of origin and the number of people, the queue is not very neat. It seems that they are doing their own thing and it is difficult to integrate together.
Zhi Xuan had expected this situation, so he sent a group of people away in advance.But now it seems that the effect is not very great.
However, the most important thing now is to leave, before Xi Yuanhou finds out that something is wrong, the farther the better.As for the relationship between the soldiers, you can slowly get used to it on the road.If you really can't get along, you can go to the fief to talk about it.
Thinking of this, Zhi Xuan ordered all the team to assemble, Doctor Sang and the witch doctor changed to another carriage, and he himself boarded the carriage that had been prepared long ago.
Although the bullock cart is stable, its speed is limited.In contrast, the carriage is much faster.
"The staff is ready, set off immediately, and go to Zhidi!"
The soldiers in the battalion are well-trained and can be dispatched at any time.The common people, servants and slaves were in chaos for a while, but they were quickly organized and found their respective positions.
More carts and wheelbarrows were rolled out, and a large number of horses were roped and controlled by soldiers and servants to pull the vehicles forward.
The livestock given by the monarch have been sent away in advance, and there are special personnel to make arrangements.Most of the food was also sent away, and the rest was piled on the cart and transported to the fief with the team.
Zhixuan's car was specially built so that it would not bump like a chariot. The cabin was very spacious and covered with animal skins.
There is a hidden compartment on the car board, and a small table underneath.There are several wooden boxes and bags in the corner of the car, inside are the bamboo slips brought out from the mansion, as well as snacks and dried meat prepared in advance.
This car was carefully crafted by craftsmen, not to mention the Xiyuan Kingdom, even the Central Capital could not find a similar second one.
Sitting in the car, Zhi Xuan could not feel too much bumps, and was very satisfied with the craftsmanship of the craftsman.
The camps outside the city were not wasted either.
Before leaving, Zhi Xuan ordered them to be dismantled quickly, and everything that could be taken away was loaded into the car and taken away.
The slaves strictly obeyed the orders, and did not spare a piece of wood or a handful of fodder when they demolished the camp.When the carts are all full, the camp site is completely emptied and becomes bare.
During this period of time, the family members of the common people came here one after another, and many of them brought freshly picked mushrooms and wild vegetables.
All the personnel arrived, Zhi Xuan gave an order, and the team set off immediately.
On the city wall, the soldiers were dumbfounded when they saw the changes in the camp.After reacting, report to Chief Jia immediately.
Chief Jia knew that part of the camp would be demolished today, and when he heard the report, he didn't take what the soldiers said to heart.When he boarded the city wall, looked over with his own eyes, and found that there was no military camp outside the city, only a piece of bare land was left, he couldn't help being dazed on the spot.
"You just said that Young Master Xuan is going out of the city today?" Chief Jia grabbed the soldier by the collar and dragged him to him.
The soldier was so strangled that he couldn't speak, he could only wave his arms and nodded his head struggling.
The chief armor threw away the soldiers, took another look outside the city, turned around and quickly ran down the city wall.
When Xiyuanhou and Liuqing received the news, their first reactions were stunned and somewhat disbelieving.
Zhixuan's secrecy work is very good. Everyone knows that he will be sealed if he wants to, but they didn't expect it to be so sudden.
He had never moved before, but suddenly moved, which was really unexpected.Even if he wants to leave, he should report to the monarch.Leaving without saying a word is always lacking in etiquette.
Nishihara Hou felt very complicated.
When Zhi Xuan stayed in the city, he hoped that his son would leave.Now that Zhi Xuan was leaving without even saying hello, apart from being a little bit embarrassed, he also vaguely felt that something was wrong.
Soon, Marquis Xiyuan and Liu Qing knew the reason why Zhi Xuan did this.
"A thousand households?!"
On the next day in the court hall, when someone reported the disappearance of the population in the city, Marquis Xiyuan was startled and angry, and almost lost his composure on the spot.
The Doctor Zhong who reported this matter was also very helpless. Faced with the monarch's dark face, he still bite the bullet and continued: "I have ordered people to check the facts. There are a total of [-] households who went out of the city with Young Master Xuan. They are all common people."
If he is not a Chinese, he cannot be recalled for military service.They are not slaves, and they are not in their own fiefdoms, so the interests of the clans are not involved, so they can watch the show from the sidelines.
In this population migration led by Zhixuan, the only one who lost was Xiyuanhou.
Marquis Xiyuan repeatedly set traps, intending to make Zhixuan and his clan confront each other.Zhi Xuan did not confront directly, but used this unique method to fight back, which can be said to be quite beautiful.
Marquis Xi Yuan was so angry that he clenched his fists tightly, but he had nothing to do with Zhi Xuan.
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