Outside the palace, Tai students and demonstrators were fierce and powerful. In the Chui Gong Hall, everything was peaceful at this time. Emperor Zhao Hong looked calm and was asking about state affairs, detailing everything.
News from the northwest continued to come, and the Mongolian army had not invaded the Song Dynasty for the time being. This made Zhao Hong no longer anxious as before, and he could celebrate the New Year with peace of mind and prepare to go out after the spring.
Sometimes, let go if you can and let professionals do professional things. This is the right way. All she has to do is appear at the right place at the right time.
"Your Majesty, since the implementation of the demarcation law on the two Zhejiang roads, more than 9.6 million acres of hidden farmland and more than 1.2 million acres of abandoned land have been discovered, and more than 15 million yuan in hidden taxes have been recovered. Various good policies, such as the abolition of foot binding, Guan Pu, etc., have been Great results have been achieved. Trade at home and abroad is booming, all kinds of waste are being revitalized, and taxes have been increased by more than 3 million yuan!"
"Your Majesty, we have implemented anti-corruption laws in the two Zhejiang provinces. We have investigated and punished more than 250 illegal officials and more than 2,000 subordinate staff. We have confiscated more than 7 million yuan of corrupt money and all of them have been brought to justice."
Gao Dingzi, the pacification envoy of Liangzhe Road, and Xu Liang, the head of the anti-corruption branch of Liangzhe Road, came forward one after the other.
Zhao Hong nodded slightly, and Gao Dingzi and Xu Liang returned to their shifts.
"Your Majesty, since the implementation of the New Deal in the first year of Xingqing, the taxes on Jiangnan East Road have increased by 6 million yuan this year. Taiping warehouse has 6 million shi of grain, trade is booming, people live and work in peace and contentment, the administration is becoming more and more clear, and there are no hungry people on the road. I am Your Majesty. Congratulations!"
Wang Gang, the envoy of Jiangnan East Road, went out to play, which was extremely solemn.
"good!"
Zhao Hong patted the handle of the chair gently, showing admiration in his eyes.
Jiangnan East Road is a model for a country and deserves its reputation.
"Your Majesty, Sichuan's envoy Cui Yushang reported that since the implementation of the New Deal, Sichuan's taxes this year have increased by 12 million yuan. Hanzhong farmland and Lizhou West Road Guancang have 4 million yuan of grain. The official atmosphere has taken on a new look.
In addition, Jiangnan West Road’s pacification envoy Hu Mengyu reported that since Jiangnan West Road implemented the New Deal at the beginning of last year, taxes this year have increased by 6 million yuan. Daye Iron Works has produced more than 400,000 kilograms of high-quality steel, cast 860 large and small cannons, and thunderous thunder. 130,000 pieces. "
Xue Ji stood up, holding a scepter and chanting, and made a statement for the two feudal officials who had not come to court.
"Your Majesty, the various armies in Sichuan are being organized and trained. Chengdu Fulu has trained 50,000 troops. Lizhou Camp has trained more than 35,000 troops. Lizhou's two armies have trained 50,000 troops. Sichuan's five armies have trained more than 135,000 troops. Now Chengdu has moved 40,000 elite troops to the Lizhou Camp. There are more than 75,000 soldiers in the Lizhou Camp. Now the Mongolian troops are hoarding on the border. Cui Yu, the envoy of Sichuan, and Fan Zhong, the general of Sichuan, are stationed in Lizhou Camp. Camp in case of emergency.”
Xuan Zhen, Minister of the Ministry of War, followed Su Bai.
"Okay! Cui Yuyu and Fan Zhong really did not disappoint me! Hu Mengyu and Gao Dingzi Wang Gang are all state officials, and their talents can be used!"
Zhao Huan nodded slightly, feeling excited.
The 135,000 soldiers in Sichuan alone have become a model for military training in the Song Dynasty.
In one year, Hanzhong's field farming was a great success, and 4 million shi of grain was collected in Shukou, which was enough to cope with a large-scale war. Fan Zhong and Cui Yu, including Chen Longzhi who was in charge of Hanzhong's farming, all made great contributions.
Zhao Hong praised all the virtuous ministers. Some of the ministers in the palace looked embarrassed, but most of them had unchanged expressions and were indifferent.
"Over at Shukou, has Cao You heard that there is a memorial to be submitted?"
On the throne, Zhao Hong was keenly aware of everyone's expressions, and the topic changed immediately.
No wonder he paid so much attention to Shukou. The Mongolian army had been at Lingzhou City for several months, and he had no idea how the battle was going. To say I'm not nervous would be a lie.
Who knows whether Cao Youwan and the others can withstand the Mongol army's offensive?
"Your Majesty, Cao You heard that the Tatar army has captured the Jin Kingdom's Lintaofu Road and Fengxiang Road and many cities. Our Lizhou West Road has been cleared on Jianbi, and the Song Dynasty's border troops are waiting for incoming attacks. .”
Xuan Zhen, Minister of the Ministry of War, played again.
Zhao Hong nodded, but his brows never opened.
Cao Youwen was calm and orderly when faced with the situation, showing his general style. With Wang Jian, Cheng Xin, Ma Zhong and other frontier generals assisting him, it seemed that he had nothing to worry about.
But he was still uneasy.
With 130,000 frontier troops, defending the city is not a problem, but in a decisive battle on the battlefield, can they compete with the 100,000 Mongolian army?
Zhao Hong shook his head secretly. He really didn't have much confidence.
Everything must be attributed to one's own strength.
The strength of the Mongolian army has been proven through war. The strength of the Song Army is only on paper. Confidence in war is forged by victory after victory, not words.
I have tried my best, and as for the outcome, I can only leave it to fate.
"In my world, there is never retreat, only rampage!"
Unconsciously, Zhao Hong remembered his motto.
In life, sometimes what is missing is that little bit of courage.
"What's going on over there in the Kingdom of Jin?"
Zhao Hong's blood boiled and he subconsciously asked.
"Back to your majesty, the memorial of Cao Youwen, the commander of Lizhou West Road, said that the Tatar army was overwhelming, and the Jin people were retreating steadily. They defended Fengxiang Mansion, Jingzhao Mansion, and Tongguan. It is estimated that Lintaofu Road and the northwest border of Jinxia will be It was quickly defeated by the Mongolian army!"
After Xuan Zhen finished speaking, he handed over the memorial.
Zhao Hong opened the memorial and watched it, silently.
Sure enough, just like in history, the Jin people could not stop the Mongolian army and lost their troops and generals. To save Xixia, we need the people of Song Dynasty.
Moreover, the Mongol army attacking the Song-Jin border and invading the Song territory was just a matter of incident.
Zhao Hong's heart couldn't help but twitch again, and his mood to leave for the northwest immediately became urgent.
"Your Majesty, the Tatar army is attacking Jinjing. Could it be said that the Tatars have destroyed Xixia?"
Xuan Zhen said tentatively.
"Absolutely impossible! With ten thousand elite soldiers from our Song Dynasty assisting us, the Tatar army wants to destroy Xixia now. It is a fantasy and ridiculous!"
Zhao Hong shook his head and spoke decisively.
Historically, Xixia endured the hot summer without the Song army to reinforce and defend the country. It's only February now, how can we end summer!
It was only February now, and the Mongolian army seemed to have attacked the Jin Kingdom a little early. It was very likely that they returned without success in Lingzhou City and adopted a siege strategy.
Zhao Hong analyzed it in his mind and felt a lot more relaxed.
Facing the powerful Mongolian cavalry and Genghis Khan, who used his troops like a god, he became worried about gains and losses and couldn't hold his breath. It's a bit funny to think about it.
"Your Majesty, the Tatar army is rampant across the world. They are invincible and invincible. It seems that it is not difficult to destroy Xixia in one year. Your Majesty's decision to use troops against the Tatars does not seem to be a wise move!"
Tang Lin, the speaker, took the opportunity to make a speech.
"Censor of the Tang Dynasty, do you think that the 10,000 reinforcements from the Song Dynasty are just paper? If Genghis Khan wanted to destroy Xixia, he would have to step over the corpses of the 10,000 soldiers from the Song Dynasty. I am afraid that the Tatar army cannot withstand these casualties. !”
Zhao Hong said coldly, even a little annoyed.
These guys, 10,000 Song troops are nothing in their eyes, and they don’t even ask. This is simply unreasonable.
"Your Majesty, the matter of changing the boundaries of the club cannot be delayed without delay. I'm afraid it will be put on the agenda."
Zhen Dexiu, the Minister of Household Affairs, stood up quickly and addressed Zhao Hong, who was looking ashen.
He originally opposed the use of troops against the Mongolian army, but now that the other side is attacking the Jin Kingdom, the Song Dynasty will inevitably be poisoned, and he becomes hesitant again.
Besides, looking at Zhao Hong's face, if he doesn't stop him, Tang Lin will probably suffer.
"When the war at Shukou is over, the new policies on the Jiangnan Road, the two Zhejiang Roads, and the Sichuan Road are completely smooth, and the national treasury is sufficient, then we can change the boundaries."
Zhao Hong hesitated and said.
Huizi changed its boundaries every three years. Originally, a new Huizi was to be issued in the second year of Xingqing, but it was pushed to the next year.
The old banknotes are returned to the national treasury and the new banknotes are exchanged and issued in the market. In the final analysis, the national treasury must be sufficient. When these new policies are implemented and stabilized, there will be a balance of 30 to 40 million yuan, and the risk of devaluation will naturally be greatly reduced.
Changing boundaries requires a stable environment. Now that the Northwest War is ahead and about to break out, it is not a good time to change boundaries.
"Your Majesty, the implementation of the New Deal on Liangzhe Road, Sichuan Road and other roads in the Song Dynasty is quite smooth. It is urgent to change the boundary of Huizi. Please also ask Your Majesty to order the change of boundary of Huizi to quell the disadvantages of the people's livelihood."
Liu Bi, the Minister of Household Affairs, was unyielding and also stood up to make a speech.
"I will consider it when the new policies such as Liangzhe Road and Jiangnan West Road are fully implemented. Now is not the right time, and there will be no further discussion!"
Zhao Hong looked at Liu Bi and said decisively.
This guy has good character, but he is also one of the peace ministers who privately prevented him from sending troops. He claims to be a pure man, talks about Huang Lao, and has no regard for people's livelihood. He is in vain to be a minister of the imperial court.
It's better to go back and work on your promising retirement career or write a book.
Liu Bi was so resentful that he returned to his duties.
Zhen Dexiu originally wanted to insist, but when she saw Zhao Hong's unkind expression, she finally held back her words.
The emperor is now in great power and his prestige is more important than anything in the world. Changing boundaries can be slow or urgent, and there are even some insignificant matters, so there is no need to be at odds with the emperor.
The gap between the two of them, teacher and student, is already deep enough.
"Dear gentlemen, Jiangnan Road, Zhejiang Road, Sichuan Road, the new policies are being implemented in an orderly manner. After summer..."
Zhao Hong said a few words, frowned slightly, and said no more.
There seemed to be a noise coming from outside. It was noisy and there seemed to be a lot of people.
The ministers in the court were talking a lot, and Zhao Hong couldn't help but his face darkened.
"Go and take a look, what's so noisy?"
There was too much noise during the court session, which disturbed the court hall. What do these forbidden troops do for food?
Could it be said that this was done intentionally by someone with ulterior motives?
Zhao Hong's eyes swept over the ministers in the hall.
"Your Majesty, there are imperial students and scholars sitting quietly outside the palace gate to petition, asking your Majesty to kill the traitorous ministers and cancel the use of troops."
Soon, the eunuch entered the hall and paid homage to the saint.
"Treacherous minister?"
Zhao Huan's face darkened and he sat up straight.
As expected, it was really done deliberately by someone with ulterior motives.
"Let's make it clear, who is the traitor? Who uses troops against whom?"
Zhao Hong knew it, but kept his composure and asked loudly.
He glanced at the ministers in the palace, and the demons and monsters who were holding him back were probably about to jump out.
