At the end of September in the sixth year of Jian'an (201), Luoyang.
Yuan Xi inspected Chenliu and returned from Xuchang, Puyang, Chang'an and other counties.
This inspection took more than twenty days and passed through four counties and more than ten counties. Along the way, Yuan Xi visited celebrities, surveyed people's sentiments, visited aristocratic families, and went deep into the people. Among them, he stayed the longest in the hometown of Cao's family in Chenliu, which is really rare.
A total of more than ten famous scholars were inspected and promoted to serve as officials, nearly a hundred opinions and suggestions were collected, and more than 2,000 households were added to the household registration list.
(The Cao family, the former Xiahou family, the tenants and those attached to the Cao family, were born from the aristocratic family), and the aristocratic family donated more than 5,000 soldiers, which can be said to be a fruitful achievement.
There were Gao Gan and Zhang Hong staying in Luoyang, and Gao Rou, Liu Ye and Sima Yi took care of everything in the General's Mansion.
Because of the war that lasted for more than ten years, the ruined Central Plains was recovering at an alarming rate. Yuan Xi was not good at specific affairs, so everything was done by a few people. Only then did Yuan Xi dare to rest assured and go out for inspection boldly.
The next day, Yuan Xi summoned everyone to discuss matters. Gao Rou, Liu Ye, Sima Yi, Jia Xu, Guo Jia, Zhao Yun, Zhang Liao, Tai Shi Ci, Yan Liang, Wen Chou, Chen Qun, Gu Yong, Chen Lin, Yuan Mai, Cui Yan, etc., and Yuan Xi's close relatives were all present.
Yuan Xi was dressed in rich clothes, with a jade pendant hanging from his waist. He was sitting on the main seat in the hall, followed by civil and military generals on both sides.
Everyone was in high spirits and looked uplifted.
"Since Xi's inspection, thanks to the good governance and peace of the people, the government can be harmonious and prosperous, and the people can live and work in peace and contentment. Xi would like to thank you all." Yuan Xi stood up from his position and saluted everyone in the hall.
Everyone dared not even say that, it was their duty to share the Lord's worries.
After everyone sat down again, Gao Rou, after getting instructions from Yuan Xi, said: "Your Majesty, yesterday according to the Central Plains household registration, there were 2,117,000 households in Gunzhou, Sili, Nanyang, Xuzhou and Yuzhou. Yu has a population of 8.16 million. Many people who fled due to the war have returned to their hometowns and been incorporated into the state's household registration. Secondly, since the Central Plains was pacified, the lord has repeatedly ordered to appease the refugees, encourage farmers and mulberry farmers, and implement military and civilian settlements. , Now it is beginning to show results, and the autumn harvest is about to begin in various places. According to reports from the prefects of various counties, there will be abundant rain throughout the Central Plains this year. Coupled with the proper measures taken by the government, it will be a rare bumper year."
Everyone in the hall was very happy when they heard that this year would be a rare harvest year. As long as there was food, many things they wanted to do but couldn't do could be started.
Yuan Xi suppressed everyone's discussion and said with a relaxed expression: "The way to govern is to keep the people at ease. If the people are safe, the army will be safe, and if the army is safe, the Central Plains will be safe. Xin'an in the Central Plains is the time when people need to raise livestock. There is hope for a harvest this autumn. , we still cannot take it lightly and slack off. We prepare for autumn every year, and this is a critical moment. All regions must guard cities and passes, and spread scouts widely to prevent barbarians from going south to plunder autumn grain. In addition, special personnel should be sent to various places , Buy food and grass widely to prepare for emergencies."
"promise."
Gao Rou took a look, her face was full of dust, but she couldn't hide it. Yuan Xi, who was in high spirits, took a look and returned to his class.
"Zhongda, how is the military affairs going?" After Gao Rou returned to his column, Yuan Xi looked at Sima Yi again and asked.
Before Yuan Xi left, Gao Rou and Sima Yi and Liu Ye were in charge of all affairs in the general's palace, but they did not specify the size of their responsibilities. Later, in the process of corresponding with Gao Rou, Gao Rou said that she was not good at military affairs. Willing to specialize in politics.
Yuan Xi gradually took over, and Sima Yi assisted him. Liu Ye was still responsible for the shadow guard, related matters and confidential documents.
"I inform you, my lord, that there are now more than 290,000 elite soldiers in various places, excluding county and state soldiers, and a total of 16 armies, divided into three armies: left, center and right. According to the lord's instructions, the general's office has decided that Wang Ling will be in charge of the merger of the states and stationed in Taiyuan, Jin Yang, to strictly guard against the Xiongnu tribes; Tian Chou was in charge of Youzhou and stationed in Jicheng, and strictly guarded against the three northern tribes Wuhuan and Xianbei; Guoyuan was in charge of Qingzhou and was stationed in Linzi to develop Qingzhou's salt and iron production; Tian Feng was in charge of Jizhou and was stationed in Yecheng to develop agriculture and industry and commerce, guarding the Yuan family's base camp, Zhong Yao stationed in Chen to take charge of Gunzhou, recruiting refugees to resume production, and stabilizing grain prices. Chen Deng stationed in Tancheng to control Xuzhou, guarding against Cao Ren, Sun Ce, and Liu Bei, and Jushou stationed in Runan to control Yuzhou and annihilate Xuzhou Bandits, and to gather the old forces of the Yuan family, Zhang He was stationed in Shouchun to control Huainan to guard against Sun Ce, Liu Bei, and Cao Ren. Zhang Xiu was stationed in Xuchang to frighten the remaining forces of the Cao family. Xu Huang was stationed in Wancheng, Nanyang, to guard against Liu Biao in the south and provide support. Chang'an Ju Yi, Ju Yi was stationed in Chang'an to control Guanzhong to guard against new affiliated forces such as Ma Chao and Yan Xing. Huangfu Li was stationed in Anding to control the throat of Yongliang, and was stationed in Anyi to control Hedong to ensure the third passage from Bingzhou into Guanzhong. As for the Sili area in Luoyang, the lord personally guards the area, ranging from tens of thousands to more than 10,000. As for other areas, it is left to the lord to decide. In addition, the wounded and veterans of each department will be properly placed, either for teaching in schools, or In the army, or in the various pavilions." Sima Yi came out of the queue and spoke loudly.
Really, he is a good example of dedication and dedication, and he has to do the same when working under Yuan Xi.
"Well, this is a good thing. Regarding the placement of veterans and wounded soldiers, this will be done in the future. The soldiers fought bloody battles for us on the front line, and we should treat them well instead of despising them. From now on, all those who are soldiers will Taxes will be halved, and their children will go to school in various counties for free. If there are children of meritorious officials who died in the war, the governor's office will be responsible for their studies, food and accommodation," Yuan Xi said.
"My lord (general) has high righteousness, and I admire him in my heart." The generals in the hall were the most excited. Yuan Xi's move undoubtedly solved the worries of many soldiers.
Immediately afterwards, Gu Yong came out again and said: "My lord, the military camps in the four states of the Central Plains have begun to take shape. The more than 20,000 military camps have been properly settled, and the necessary cattle, farm tools, etc. are all ready. If nothing else happens, we should be able to harvest the first batch of new grain during the autumn harvest."
Gu Yong, also known as Yuantan, was an old minister of Yuan Xi's Qingzhou and the younger brother of Gu Tan from the Gu family in Jiangdong. He was met by Yuan Xi in Qingzhou. Later, Yuan Xi transferred him to his side and gave him important responsibilities.
Feeling that what he had learned could be put to use, he worked diligently on government affairs and took care of the farming affairs properly.
Yuan Xi looked at Gu Yong. He had lost a lot of weight, but he was full of energy. He was secretly happy, so he nodded and said: "With Yuan Tan here, I will naturally feel relieved. I am giving you a favor. The food that the field army has received this year , everything is at their own disposal, and there is no need to hand it over to the governor's office."
"Representative of my subordinates, more than 20,000 troops stationed in the field, thank you, lord." Gu Yong was surprised for a moment before he reacted.
I think this year's field army did not gain much because they missed the spring plowing. Even if they were divided, it would not be much. Yuan Xi's move seemed to give up tens of thousands of shi of food.
In fact, it is a good deal to accept the military morale of the more than 20,000 people stationed in the field.
Chen Qun and Cui Yan also went out to report on the affairs of officials and schools in counties and counties. Yuan Xi answered them one by one. Yuan Xi approved some of the other matters reported by the large and small officials, and asked them to reconsider some, but only made decisions based on the actual situation. And asked Chen Lin to record it and then issue the document.
The discussion started from Chen Shi and ended at Shen Shi, lasting five or six hours. From political affairs to military affairs, no matter how big or small, all matters were discussed. The atmosphere was warm and the monarch and his ministers were harmonious.
At the first moment of Shen Shi, Yuan Xi saw that everything was in place.
Then he said: "I have ordered people to prepare a banquet. All the commanders and above in the army, as well as all the officials from the two mansions are present. Today the emperor and his ministers are enjoying themselves."
Everyone agreed to the promise, all beaming with joy.
From now on, Yuan Xi officially calls himself an orphan.
Yuan Xi is now.
The general, the lord of the Nine Provinces, and the Marquis of Linzi.
The banquet was in a lively atmosphere, and everyone left after enjoying themselves until the moon rose above the willow branches. Firstly, it is a reward for everyone's hard work in the past three months. Secondly, it is an act to unite people's hearts and appease everyone. Now, the ingredients under Yuan Xi's account are complicated.
They all come from all sides and different forces. Yuan Xi must do his best to bring these people together, work hard and work together.
The next day, Yuan Xi sent Zhu Gongdao to send a message to Yuan Mai, ordering him to attend the court meeting four days later.
Waiting for the emperor to register the general as a marquis! Yuan Xi gave his brother a promotion, and strengthened the Yuan family's power.
Three thousand imperial guards from Changtun, Guanhai, and Zhoucang were neatly arranged on both sides of the palace, although they were as still as green pines.
But the momentum was like a torrent.
In front of the majestic palace gate, the three important ministers, headed by Yuan Xi, led hundreds of officials and slowly walked towards the main hall.
Among the three princes today, Yang Biao is the Taiwei, but his power is no longer as great as before.
Another Situ Shi, Sun Rui, was cowardly and humble by nature, and was completely obedient to Yuan Xi. Therefore, the current affairs of the Luoyang government are all controlled by General Yuan Xi, both military and political.
Yuan Mai lowered his head and followed the officials in an orderly manner. When he reached the front of the palace, he raised his head and happened to meet Gao Rou's eyes in front of him, and saw Gao Rou's forehead with a smile. , eyes full of encouragement.
Yuan Mai didn't leave any trace and smiled at him.
Then he followed the others, took off the sword from his waist, took off his boots, and walked into the palace.
Inside the broad main hall, the hall is several feet high, with huge wooden pillars, carved clouds and dragons on the pillars, ground stone paving, and cantilevered beams on the ridge top. It is majestic and majestic.
I saw hundreds of officials wearing court clothes and sitting in different ranks. Liu Xie, who was only twenty years old, sat firmly on the throne with a black crown and a crown. It's quite a bit imposing.
After performing the complicated ceremony of worshiping the king, Liu Xie straightened his body slightly, with a slightly majestic look on his expressionless face.
He said sternly to the ministers below him: "Last time, the Cao family's rebels rebelled against Shouchun. I wanted to personally raise troops to conquer it, but I was dissuaded by the ministers, saying that Cao Ren did not cultivate virtue and brought trouble to the world. He was already the target of public criticism. . There is no need for me to personally drive a boat to conquer, so I ordered Yuan Aiqing to take command of Pingnan. It is really hard for Yuan Aiqing to suppress the rebels in this southern expedition. Now that the Cao thief has abandoned Shouchun and escaped, he will surely perish himself soon."
After he finished speaking, he saw Yuan Xi, who said softly and expressionlessly: "This is a matter within my duty."
For a moment, there was no sound in the entire hall. Liu Xie pretended to talk a lot, but with a hot face and a cold butt, Yuan Xi dismissed it with one sentence. For a moment, the atmosphere in the hall was extremely awkward.
Liu Xie glanced around lightly and glanced at all the officials who were bowing their heads in silence. His face turned red, and then he smiled to himself and said: "Yuan Qing has worked hard and made great achievements. I will reward the meritorious ministers he has shown to you a few days ago. Jiangshan Sheji, all the ministers are fully supporting me, I can rest assured! If you have meritorious officers and soldiers in each department, please do your service to Yuan Aiqing and reward him with rewards."
Yuan Xi remained the same and said calmly: "I obey your order!"
Then he closed his eyes and said nothing, and there was a moment of silence again. Liu Xie looked at Yuan Xi, who was indifferent to him, and couldn't help but pinch his hands hidden in his sleeves.
He then smiled and said: "Ai Qing, the high minister announced yesterday that in this southern expedition, Ai Qing's younger brother Yuan Mai has made outstanding achievements. Why don't you announce it and let me see it?"
Yuan Xi and Liu Xie were good friends when they were young, but now they are strangers. The political entanglement is so cruel and ruthless.
Until this moment, Yuan Xi, who had always been proud and indifferent, smiled for the first time.
But it was difficult to notice, and in a flash, Yuan Xi stood up, cupped his hands and said: "I obey the order." Then he turned around and winked gently at the small yellow door next to the hall.
"Xuan——Yuan Mai comes to the hall!" Xiaohuangmen's shrill voice could be heard throughout the empty hall. After hearing the words, Yuan Mai, who was standing beside the hall, straightened his clothes, stepped into the hall, and knelt down three times. Nine knocks to pay homage to the emperor.
Liu Xie smiled stiffly, and then said softly: "Qing Pingshen speaks."
After Yuan Mai got up, Liu Xie looked at him carefully for a long time, and then said with a smile: "Sure enough, he looks extraordinary. I heard that you followed the general to suppress the rebels. He first offered suggestions to protect the people's livelihood in Jianghuai, and then used plans to kill the rebel general Le. Come in. As expected, the whole family is loyal and loyal, and you are worthy of being Yuan Aiqing’s younger brother!”
Hearing this, Yuan Mai just said cautiously: "I am really afraid that I can be praised by your majesty. The victory in the battle of Huaibei and the expulsion of the traitor Cao Ren all depend on your majesty's great blessings. Your majesty is wise and powerful. Although our dynasty currently has a small It is difficult, but the foundation is deep. As long as your Majesty, as always, is friendly to wise ministers, distant and villainous, understands secrets, and cultivates virtuous governance, then the resurgence of the Han Dynasty will be just around the corner."
Wear it a thousand times, but flattery never wears it. Although Liu Xie has gone through ups and downs, he is still only a twenty-year-old young man. Just now he was treated coldly by Yuan Xi, and suddenly he was flattered by Yuan Xi. A wave of flattery was blown to the sky, and he felt a little proud!
After a long while, Liu Xie was heard preaching: "I have told you that Yuan Mainan conquered the rebellion and made outstanding achievements. He was named General of the Han Dynasty, with a gold seal and purple ribbon, and a city of two thousand Dan. The city belongs to Tinghou."
As soon as he finished speaking, he saw Yuan Mai wanted to bow his head and thank him, but when he heard a slight cough, Yuan Xi suddenly stood up, bowed to Liu Xie, and said calmly: "Your Majesty, the way of the saints since ancient times has been meritorious. Those who are guilty will be rewarded, and those who are guilty will be punished. Merits are uncertain, rewards and punishments are unfair, and it is not the work of a wise king. Your Majesty has inherited the leadership of the Han Dynasty, and you should be clear about it. Now Yuan buys the merits and proposes two strategies. He will kill Le Jin, but your Majesty treats him as Tinghou If you treat me like this, I'm afraid the world will be unhappy with you. I hope your majesty will think about it."
Except for a few of his confidants present, everyone else, including Liu Xie, was indifferent to Yuan Xi's words. Especially Liu Xie. This Yuan Xi is forcing the palace.
After four hundred years of Han Dynasty, the world has fallen to this point, and everyone feels sad.
