When he woke up after drinking the next day, Mi Zixia found that he was lying on Ji Yuan's bed again.
Although this was not the first time he spent the night here, this time was different: he was completely drunk and could not remember what he said or did after being "too drunk" last night. Things that “shouldn’t” happen.
This feeling of losing control made him very panicked, so he quickly got up, cleaned up briefly, and quickly slipped back to his mansion.
Ji Yuan got up early and went to court, moving very gently for fear of waking Mi Zixia who was still sleeping.
But the first thing he did after going to court was to order people to inspect the household registration list and tax situation of the northern border residents. After all, there was something that could make his Mi Zixia still worried about him even after he was drunk. It must be dealt with cleanly.
What's more, the things he is worried about are precisely things that are worried about him and the king of a country. How can he not take it seriously?
The ministers in the court couldn't help but express their admiration for Wei Linggong's ability to directly address political affairs and care about people's livelihood early in the morning without any minister's request. This made them feel grateful that they finally had such a " "Mingjun" and be inspired.
Originally, such an "investigation" was not that difficult to do, but if the "facts" deviated from the desired "results," it would be very difficult.
The officer in charge of inspection encountered this difficult situation:
The fields of border residents that were once designated as "military exercise areas" have all been harvested! The houses are empty, with only a few old people who can't walk, and babies who are "waiting for feeding" still picking up the remaining rice in the fields that have been ruined and burned. More birds have already taken away the remaining rice here. After the grains have been pecked out, only some "super birds" such as large scavenging vultures are left, just waiting to come and work.
Out of ten households and nine empty houses, who can I turn to for fingerprints?
The roster became an empty form that could never be filled.
And taxes are even more outrageous! In order to make up the amount, the officers and soldiers in charge of collecting taxes in the north resorted to fraud and filled the grain bags covered with grain with bricks and stones to make up the amount!
With the true inspection results, the inspector returned to Beijing to report to Wei Linggong.
When he saw such a result, Ji Yuan was shocked, his face turned gloomy, and he ordered all officials responsible for tax collection in the north to be executed.
As soon as this decree was issued, the northern officials who knew that their lives were in danger, as soon as they heard the news, immediately took off their official clothes, disguised themselves as common people, mingled with the refugees, and also escaped from the Wei territory together to march towards the Jin Kingdom. Run over.
In ancient battlefields, those who could win more people would prosper the country.
The Jin State suddenly gained such a large population, and was naturally happy. They settled corresponding lands one after another, gave them identities, and properly "accepted" this "gift" from the Wei State.
Now, the northern border, where no one is willing to safely garrison, has become a de facto "vacant area". The Jin people had no intention of expanding their territory, but since this place is "out of control", it is inevitable that they have to "take care of it" from time to time. Over time, , the junction of Jin and Wei in the north actually "naturally" pushed Jin's national border more than 20 miles to the south.
When Jun Boyu learned of this situation, he was heartbroken and asked that his old man lead troops to govern the northern border, restore the land, add permanent residents, and stabilize the border defense.
Although he was a warmhearted person, when he arrived at Ji Yuan, he became a different version. Some people said that this was Jun Boyu denying General Zuo's record and looking for "evidence".
In this way, Jun Boyu's "loyalty" became "treacherous" in Ji Yuan's eyes, and he naturally refused to agree.
However, the problem in the northern border must still be solved: it is not only related to the national economy, people's livelihood and fiscal revenue of Weiguo internally, but also related to the "international reputation" and status externally.
Mi Zixia heard all these sounds and felt anxious in her heart.
He knew that no matter whether he tried hard or not, these things were inseparable from him.
"Let me go! If I ruin Guodu, I'll give you the good stuff."
Mi Zixia's request this time was to stabilize the border, which meant that he would be stationed there for a long time.
This is not what Ji Yuan wants.
"No! It's bitterly cold in the north, and your body is like this, so I can't help you!"
"Because of the bitter cold in the north, if we don't take the lead, how do you expect your Majesty to be willing to go? Others, can you rest assured?"
Mi Zixia still insisted.
"You can always find one or two! Everyone can get it, but you can't! I can't live without you. Don't say more!"
Ji Yuan was equally insistent.
"Why don't you just allow Dr. Yun Boyu to go? His loyalty can be judged by heaven and earth, and he will definitely fulfill his mission!"
Mi Zixia recommended Jun Boyu without any hesitation, which made Ji Yuan fall in love with him even more:
"Do you know that all the ministers have spoken highly of the fact that Jun Boyu strongly recommends that he go to the north?"
"I know! However, if you are upright, you are not afraid of the falling shadow. Whether you are connected to him or to me, there is only one word of 'loyalty'. For the great cause of defending the country, why do you have time to care about your personal reputation? I think With his wealth and trust, it proves that Jun Boyu is a true and loyal minister, and he can be trusted!"
With such a big heart and magnanimity, Ji Yuan felt that his vision was right.
"Okay! It's as you said. However, I need you to write this letter of recommendation in person in court tomorrow!"
Mi Zixia knew that this was Ji Yuan giving him an opportunity to "make it public", so he understood it and readily accepted the order:
"Here!"
Such a combination of loyal ministers has blocked the "Youyou's Mouth" where "small talk" occurred in private. No one can tell any rumors and gossips such as "Mi, sudden disagreement".
After seeing off Jun Boyu, Ji Yuanchang breathed a sigh of relief, looked at Mi Zixia beside him, and finally felt relieved.
One wave has not subsided, and another wave has arisen.
Before their "hearts" could reach their chests, they were so excited that they were startled again by the advice from the ministers asking Wei Linggong to marry a wife.
"This is the foundation of the country! Having an early child is not just for being single, but for the purpose of establishing a national heir apparent!"
Faced with the turbulent public sentiment, Wei Linggong had no way to dodge and had to agree with the ministers to find candidates.
After careful selection by the ministers, a princess named Nanzi from the Song Dynasty became the best candidate, and the "Song-Wei Marriage" was finally promoted.
The person responsible for sending Nanzi off to the wedding was none other than Xiang Xu.
As the official princess of the Song Dynasty, marriage with the Wei Kingdom is not necessary, and since its territory is smaller than the Song Kingdom, it can be regarded as a "marriage". Therefore, the chariots, horses, and dowry must not be missing, otherwise they will be lost. The face of the king of Song Dynasty.
Nanzi cried goodbye to his parents and came north to defend the country. He didn't eat or drink along the way. If Xiang Xu hadn't comforted him along the way, he would have almost escaped from the marriage halfway back.
