Dividends?
Zhao Ting and Liu Mi couldn't help but be stunned, and then a hint of joy flashed in their eyes.
The two of them thought that after Han Zhen took over Yidu, they would probably confiscate their property. Now seeing what the other party meant, not only would their property not be confiscated, but the previous agreement on dividends was still valid.
"Han Langjun is righteous!"
Liu Mi flattered him a little.
Han Zhen continued to give them reassurance: "Don't worry, you two. I won't touch your family assets. The dividends set previously will still be paid every month. Even if you don't get an official position in the future, you can still rely on this money. Be a wealthy and idle man and live your whole life in a carefree way.”
A librarian once said that you should have many friends and few enemies.
Those rebels who rush to massacre officials and subordinates as soon as they enter the city are destined to fail.
Even if they want to be killed, a group of them need to be recruited in advance.
For example, although he currently occupied Yidu County, Han Zhen had a dark eye on the situation in the county.
There are hundreds of officials and subordinates in the government office. Which officials can be used and which cannot be used.
These all need to be screened with the help of Zhao Ting and Liu Mi.
The second is to stabilize the situation in the county and city. With them here, the high-ranking families and gentry in the city will feel comforted and there will be no chaos.
If the gentry family is not in chaos, the people will not be in chaos.
As for the so-called corrupt and honest officials, it is just a matter of thought.
Just look at it, after today, the two of them will be good officials who are diligent in government, love the people, and conscientious in their work!
Without him, Zhao Ji would not kill the scholar-bureaucrats, but Han Zhen would!
Hearing this, the two of them looked at each other, then bowed together and said, "Thank you, Mr. Han!"
From the moment they personally killed Wu Guinian, they were completely bound to Han Zhen.
Now that the officials are still there and have money, what is the difference between being an official under Han Zhen and being an official under Zhao Ji?
If Han Zhen succeeds, they can still have the power to follow the dragon.
Even if Han Zhen was defeated and died, if the court investigated him, the two of them would be demoted to common people and exiled to remote areas such as Lingnan.
In the Northern Song Dynasty, scholar-bureaucrats were not killed. This was the ancestral precept.
But in fact, Zhao Da and Zhao Er often killed civil servants. It was Song Zhenzong who really started to implement this unwritten agreement.
Song Zhenzong reigned for twenty-five years and only killed one civil servant.
[On the seventh day of the lunar month, I learned that Chu Dezhen of Rongzhou was stealing official silver and abandoning the market. 】
Well, the governor of a state directly stole the official silver of the state government.
In comparison, Zhao Ting conspired with Han Zhen to rob the state granary, which can only be said to be a small witch, and his methods were countless times more euphemistic than this senior's.
This is why, after Liu Mi learned about it, he was even more angry that he ate alone and brought trouble to himself.
After Zhenzong, Renzong succeeded to the throne until today. During this period, the emperors never killed another civil servant.
Let’s take a look at the posthumous title given to Zhao Zhen by the civil servants, Renzong!
Although Zhao Ji is a fatuous person, he still abides by the rules in this regard and follows the ancestral system.
"Han Langjun..."
"Call me the county magistrate from now on."
Liu Mi nodded and asked, "How does the county magistrate plan to deal with the big families in the city?"
Look!
Even without Han Zhen opening his mouth, they had already begun to take the initiative to share his worries.
Han Zhen said: "Who are the big families in the city? Let's pick some important ones."
Liu Mi pondered: "If it's important, there are three families in the city, the Su family, the Wang family, and the Ma family."
"These three families are headed by the Wang family. Their ancestor was Wang Zeng, the wise prime minister of the generation, who was famous for his benevolence and filial piety. Although no one in the family is an official in the court now, the current head of the family, Wang Zhongkai, is a great scholar of Yi Xue and has a high reputation among the scholars in Qingzhou."
"If the county magistrate wants to run the county city with impregnable strength, he cannot do without the support of these three companies."
Han Zhen muttered: "Please help me send invitations to these three families. I will hold a banquet at Zhuo Tower tomorrow night."
"I'll take care of it later, sir."
Liu Mi responded, and then helped make suggestions: "If the county magistrate wants to take down these three families, he can start with the Ma family."
Han Zhen became interested and asked curiously: "What's so special about this Ma family?"
Ma, this surname is still relatively rare.
He carefully recalled the memories of later generations, and it seemed that there were no celebrities named Ma in the Northern Song Dynasty.
Liu Mi explained: "The county magistrate didn't know that the Ma family was one of the most prominent families when the Song Dynasty was founded. The story of the fortune of his ancestor Ma Ximeng is also quite interesting. Ma Ximeng was originally from the Later Han Dynasty. A recorder under Liu Zhu, the governor of Qingzhou, joined the army and gained Liu Zhu's trust."
"Liu Zhu was a man who expropriated violently. During his several years in office, he plundered almost all the money in Shandong. There were tens of millions of gold and silver treasures, as well as countless houses, shops and fields. Emperor Yin of the Han Dynasty was afraid of Liu Zhu. The forces deceived him into the capital and killed him. However, Liu Zhu had a premonition before going to the capital, so he entrusted all the money to Mahimeng and asked him to hide it. "
"As a result, not long after Liu Zhu died, the Later Han Dynasty was replaced by Guo Wei, and this huge wealth naturally fell into the hands of Mahimeng. Mahimeng was also a sensible person. After Emperor Taizu established the Song Dynasty, he took the initiative He handed over half of his family wealth, which is said to be more than 20 million yuan."
"Emperor Taizu was overjoyed and summoned Mahimeng to the capital, bestowing him with a gold seal and purple ribbon. A few years later, Mahimeng's children and grandchildren successively became Jinshi in high school, with three Jinshi in one subject. It was once a good story. He was rich and powerful, and Taizu With the emperor's friendship, the Ma family became one of the most prominent families in the Song Dynasty."
Han Zhen couldn't help but nodded secretly, this Mahimeng was indeed a smart person.
With Zhao Kuangyin's character, if Mahimeng doesn't make friends, the outcome will probably be miserable.
At the beginning of the Song Dynasty, prices had not yet risen, and more than 20 million yuan was almost equivalent to several years of tax revenue in the Northern Song Dynasty.
At the beginning of the founding of the People's Republic of China, money was needed in all aspects. Such a large sum of money really helped Zhao Kuangyin a lot and solved his urgent need.
With this friendship, the Ma family can be worry-free for a hundred years.
Han Zhen asked: "Then why is your reputation not known now?"
Liu Mi looked a little weird and said: "The sage said: A gentleman's glory will be killed in five generations. During the Zhenzong period, the Ma family was prosperous and declining. In order to seize the family property, Ma Shiyao trapped and killed his nephew. His mother was furious , a complaint was filed with the government. As a result, during the investigation, it was unexpectedly discovered that the Ma family secretly hid a large number of weapons and jade seals. A large number of Ma family members were imprisoned, and tens of millions of family assets were confiscated."
Weapons and jade seals?
Good guy, Han Zhen is very familiar with this set of operating procedures, a standard method of framing someone.
Thinking of this, Han Zhen half-smiled and said, "Is this the work of Song Zhenzong?"
If the Ma family falls, who will benefit the most?
Naturally it was Song Zhenzong.
Without a member of the aristocratic family, the treasury would have tens of millions more income, which would make a lot of money.
"hey-hey."
Liu Mi chuckled, it goes without saying.
Then, he continued: "Since then, the Ma family has been in a state of decline. However, a lean camel is bigger than a horse. Although the Ma family has been low-key in recent years, it is after all a large family that has been entrenched in Qingzhou for hundreds of years. It has a profound foundation and is popular among the people. Very prestigious.”
"I see."
Han Zhen nodded, already understanding what Liu Mi meant.
The Ma family was tricked by Song Zhenzong. Do you feel any resentment in your heart?
At this time, Zhao Ting on the side said: "County Magistrate, now that the armed guards and the Zhenhai Army are out, they are always a hidden danger. Should we recall them..."
Zhao Ting said and made a gesture of wiping his neck.
"No, I have my own arrangements."
Han Zhen waved his hand.
If Zhen Haijun was a homeless beggar, then Wu Weijun was just a handyman, and he didn't take it seriously at all.
Let them continue to attack Shouguang County and attract the attention of Gan Chijun.
How can you allow others to snore and sleep on the side of the couch?
Zhang Wanxian has been dancing around for so long, and it's time for him to come to an end.
After all, two thousand Qingzhou Army elites cannot travel in vain!
Han Zhen stood up and ordered: "You two have to work hard today to appease the people in the city. If any people ask about my soldiers, just say they are Qingzhou Army."
"Your Majesty, take your orders!"
They both agreed.
The three of them walked out of the lobby. Han Zhen suddenly pointed at Du Tou who was kneeling outside the lobby and asked, "How is this person?"
Hearing this, Qu Qingfeng, who was kneeling on the ground, felt his heart tremble and looked at Zhao Ting pleadingly.
Zhao Ting said without squinting: "Although this person is a subordinate, he is alert and very knowledgeable. The key is that he has a strict mouth and can be put to good use."
call!
Qu Qingfeng breathed a sigh of relief, and a trace of gratitude flashed in his eyes.
He knew in his heart that if Zhao Ting had said something bad about him just now, his head would have been on the ground by now.
Han Zhen said: "Get up."
"Thank you, County Magistrate."
Qu Qingfeng quickly stood up and thanked him.
After Zhao Ting and Liu Mi left, Han Zhen asked, "What's your name?"
Qu Qingfeng bowed and replied: "The villain's name is Qu Qingfeng."
Han Zhen asked again: "Do you all know the officials who were beheaded just now?"
"I recognize you." Qu Qingfeng nodded like a chicken pecking at rice.
Han Zhen ordered: "Since I recognize them all, I will give you an errand to take people to raid the homes of those officials. Lao Jiu, you lead a team of soldiers to assist. If there is any obstruction, shoot and kill!"
"The villain takes orders!"
Qu Qingfeng was nervous but also a little excited.
On weekdays, those officials never treated him as a human being, scolding and beating him at every turn.
Now, I can raid their homes.
"Just go."
Han Zhen waved his hand.
Soon, Qu Qingfeng led his dozens of government officials and exited the county government office excitedly.
Lao Jiu led a group of soldiers, following closely behind.
After dealing with the officials in the government office, Han Zhen stepped out of the government office.
Summoning Nie Dong, he ordered: "You will lead the Qingzhou soldiers who have changed the defense, and escort these prisoners of war to the armed guard barracks. They will be well guarded. I will be useful in a few days."
"The last general takes command!"
Nie Dong responded with cupped fists, and was about to turn around and leave when he suddenly thought of something and said, "County magistrate, there is a Juren among the prisoners of war, his name is Shi Wenhui. He has a high status in the dare-chi army and seems to have some talents."
"Some talent? Bring it."
After Han Zhen finished speaking, he walked towards the tea shop opposite the government office.
"Old...Master, please come this way."
As soon as he entered the door, a tea doctor came forward cautiously.
Just now, at the entrance of the government office opposite, more than a dozen heads were chopped off in succession, so he couldn't help but not be afraid.
After coming to the table and sitting down, Han Zhen asked: "Is there any fragrant drink in the store?"
"Yes, yes, there are all kinds of fragrant drinks in the store, including cardamom drink, perilla drink, bamboo leaf drink, mint drink, Erchen drink, osmanthus drink... fragrant grass drink."
Speaking of this, Dr. Tea was no longer afraid. He spoke clearly and spoke the names of more than a dozen fragrant drinks at a very fast speed.
Then, he took the initiative to recommend: "This is my first time here. You can try the perilla drink. It is the signature drink of the store. All the husbands in the government office like it."
Han Zhen said: "Then let's have a drink."
"Master, wait a moment."
After Dr. Cha finished speaking, he retreated as if fleeing.
At this moment, Nie Dong led Shi Wenhui into the teahouse.
As soon as he entered the door, Shi Wenhui dusted off his clothes, bowed and saluted, and at the same time shouted: "Shi Wenhui pays homage to the Lord!"
Lord?
Does this guy think he is Zhuge Liang?
Han Zhen looked him up and down, shook his head and said with a smile: "You guys have read too many dramas. No wonder you are still a candidate after taking exams for more than ten years."
However, Shi Wenhui was not annoyed at all and said seriously: "My lord, what you said is wrong. I failed the exam many times because of my lack of talent and lack of knowledge. Throughout ancient and modern times, there are great sages who have failed many times. Not to mention Li Bai and Zhang Ji, it is Su Shi My father, Su Laoquan, also failed several times and became disheartened."
"I have been wandering for half my life. I have not met the Lord of the Ming Dynasty, so I have to succumb to the thief. Today I am lucky enough to see the Lord of the Ming Dynasty, and I know that the Lord of the Ming Dynasty has arrived. I am not a person who is greedy for life and afraid of death. If I can't show my ambition, I won't be able to rest in peace even if I die."
"Since my lord has the ambition to conquer the world, he must have the mind to embrace all rivers. He will definitely not turn away talented people just because of his background."
Tsk!
After all, he is a scholar, and he can be flattered by flattery.
Han Zhen said with great interest: "Since you claim to have a talent for managing the world, then I will test you in the school."
Shi Wenhui said confidently: "My lord, please speak."
"I have taken Yidu County into my hands, what next?"
After pondering for a moment, Shi Wenhui replied: "The forces in the county and city seem to be complicated, but in fact there are traces to be followed. They are nothing more than officials, military, and civilians. The lord and his subordinates are all masters of tigers and wolves, and just now he used thunderous means to surrender. Officials, now only the people are left."
"The people are the people. But the people are ignorant and have difficulty distinguishing between good and evil, so we need to start with the gentry. If we can subdue the gentry, the people will blindly follow them."
There is something there, but I don’t know if there is much.
Han Zhen pointed to the opposite side and ordered: "Sit down!"
"Thank you, my lord!"
Shi Wenhui's eyes flashed with joy, and he sat down opposite Han Zhen.
Han Zhen asked: "Are you from Shouguang County?"
"Exactly!"
Shi Wenhui nodded.
Han Zhen said with a half-smile, "Isn't Zhang Wanxian treating you well?"
Shi Wenhui said truthfully: "I don't dare to hide it, my lord. Zhang Wanxian treats me well. I have a rich mansion, maids and concubines, and I have never been missing."
"Since Zhang Wanxian treats you well, and now he is eager to switch to me, isn't he a villain?"
"My Lord, I don't know. Zhang Wanxian is not a wise master."
Shi Wenhui sighed slightly and continued: "At the beginning of the uprising, Zhang Wanxian was quite wise. He made rules and made clear rewards and punishments. He ate and lived with the soldiers of the Ganchi Army. We all accepted our suggestions humbly. But since the capture of Shouguang County After that, he exposed his true nature and went his own way, massacring all the officials and gentry in the county, causing the people to panic. He also indulged in wine and sex, and was drunk and dreaming all day long."
"I warned him several times, but he became impatient and found an excuse to send me out. How can such a short-sighted person be a wise master? Even if I am not captured, I plan to leave."
Hearing this, Han Zhen felt no emotion in his heart.
Because what Zhang Wanxian did is just a microcosm of many peasant uprisings throughout the ages.
What hinders the success of the peasant uprising has never been identity, but a vision that spans classes.
Unlike later generations in ancient times, in the information age, the ways of receiving information and knowledge are fast and diverse.
The ancients, especially the lower-class farmers, may have visited the farthest place in their lives, which was a county town more than ten miles away.
Every day when I open my eyes, I plow the fields and worry about filling my stomach.
For such a person, after the incident, he was suddenly exposed to the extravagant, extravagant and extravagant life of the upper class, and it was difficult not to indulge in it.
Throughout history, the peasant uprising at the bottom was successful, and only two people, Liu Bang and Zhu Chongba, established a unified state power.
These two people have one thing in common.
That is, in the early stages of the uprising, noble people came to help and helped them improve their horizons.
Liu Bang's nobleman was Zhang Liang, while Zhu Chongba's nobleman was Queen Ma.
Zhang Liang is a serious Korean aristocrat. What scene has he not seen before?
It was under his persuasion that Liu Bang woke up from his drunkenness and made the move to return the army to Ba Shang.
(End of chapter)
