Auxiliary soldiers, not government soldiers.
Although the two have the same pronunciation, they are completely different.
The government soldiers were the backbone and backbone of the army during the Sui and Tang Dynasties. They were the capital of the prosperous Tang Dynasty to dominate the world. Only sons of good families could do it.
Every time they fight, they bring their own war horses, armor, bows and arrows, Tang knives and dry food. Therefore, every soldier in the government comes from a well-off family, and there are even some children of aristocratic families.
When you are busy, you plow the fields, and when you are free, you practice.
If you are a disciple of Guanzhong, you still need to go to Beijing every year, and Li Shimin will personally lead the army to practice for a period of time.
The auxiliary troops, as the name suggests, are auxiliary troops.
The main responsibility of the auxiliary soldiers is to perform military chores during combat, such as digging trenches, building forts, transporting grain and grass, and even burying pots to make rice.
If the war is urgent, the auxiliary soldiers can take their swords and arrows and jump into the battlefield.
The Xiang Army in the Song Dynasty was actually an auxiliary army, but over the years the Xiang Army was completely ruined and turned into a refugee shelter for beggars.
Today, there are no auxiliary soldiers in the Northern Song Dynasty, and the auxiliary soldiers have been replaced by civilian men.
But Han Zhen didn't want to do this. Soldiers are soldiers, and farmers are farmers. They must not be confused.
Therefore, he planned to set up an auxiliary military camp, which would also provide salary and train every day.
However, the salary and training intensity are much lower than those of the regular army.
After Shouguang and Changping were captured, Zhen Haijun was directly disbanded.
The elite prisoners of war from the Wuwei Army and the Ganchi Army were selected to join the Qingzhou Army, while the inferior ones were organized into the auxiliary army.
As for the remaining crooked melons and cracked dates, they were released into the countryside and allowed to open up wasteland for farming.
There happened to be two military camps outside the city, the Wuwei Military Camp housed regular troops, and the Zhen Haijun Camp housed auxiliary troops.
"I will obey your orders!"
Zhang He responded with cupped fists and hurried out of the lobby.
Han Zhen turned to look at Zhu Ji and asked with a smile: "How is Mr. Zhu doing these days?"
"Alright."
Zhu Ji looked complicated and said with emotion: "Congratulations to the county magistrate for winning Yidu County."
When I first met Han Zhen, he only occupied a small village and had about ten people under his command.
In just two months, it has grown into a giant bandit.
Although there are only two counties under his rule, Yidu and Linzi, Zhu Ji actually knows in his heart that the entire Qingzhou is in Han Zhen's pocket, but he doesn't want to expose it prematurely yet, so he hasn't taken action yet.
Hearing this, Han Zhen shook his head and said with a smile: "It is not my wish to win Yidu so early."
"Yidu is a county and a city after all, so there are gains and losses."
After Zhu Ji comforted him, he asked, "I wonder what the county magistrate's instructions are when he calls me here this time?"
"I have prepared to use troops against Shouguang and Changping. I believe it will not take long to capture these two counties."
Han Zhen's tone was calm, but full of confidence.
After a slight pause, he continued: "Zhang Wanxian massacred all the wealthy businessmen and officials in these two counties. After taking it, the two counties were in ruins and waiting to be revitalized. I will need your help by then to revive the business in the two counties."
In fact, without intervention, business in the two counties will slowly recover. After all, if there is demand, there will be a market, and if there is a market, there will naturally be business.
But this is too slow and will take several years.
If there is external force to drive it, the time can be greatly reduced.
"In addition, the refined salt markets in Wei, Lai and Deng prefectures also need to be expanded."
Zhu Ji nodded and said: "This matter is not difficult, just leave it to me."
"Um."
Han Zhen smiled with satisfaction and said: "You can rest in the county for the next few days. I have arranged your accommodation for you."
"Good work."
Zhuji thanked him.
Han Zhen ordered: "Help me call in the subordinate officials."
Not long after, a hundred subordinates came into the lobby one after another, filling the spacious lobby to the brim.
These subordinate officials are not fools. After learning that they were going to be transferred to Yidu, they had already guessed it.
At this moment, these subordinates looked at Han Zhen with eyes full of expectation.
Looking around, Han Zhen said seriously: "I have sent troops to Shouguang and Changping. After the victory, there will be six official vacancies in the two counties!"
Uh-huh!
As soon as he finished speaking, I saw all the subordinates in the lobby looking excited and breathing rapidly.
coming!
The opportunity to become an official came.
Although the competition is a bit fierce with one hundred people competing for six spots, it is still an opportunity.
Subordinate officials are not afraid of hardship, they are afraid of not seeing hope.
Now, Han Zhen personally smashed the ceiling for them and opened the passage for them to ascend.
For this, the subordinate officials were extremely grateful.
Sitting behind the hall table, Han Zhen had a panoramic view of the reactions of his subordinates.
He smiled slightly and continued: "Before that, you have to serve under Liu Mi and Liu Tongpan for a period of time, responsible for checking household registrations, determining land and other errands. Do you understand?"
"clear!"
A hundred subordinate officials responded loudly.
They heard the implication of Han Zhen's words. This errand was probably the final assessment.
Thinking of this, the subordinate staff were all very motivated.
Han Zhen ordered: "You have been tired from waiting for the boat and the train. You will be tired after thinking about it. Your accommodation has been arranged, so you should have a good rest. Tomorrow at Mao hour, I will order Mao at the government office."
Hearing this, a subordinate official raised his hands and said, "County Magistrate, I'm not tired. Can I do some errands immediately?"
This sentence is like a pebble thrown into water, causing ripples in circles.
Other subordinate officials also spoke one after another to express that they were not tired.
Seeing this scene, Han Zhen smiled secretly.
roll.
Roll them all up for me!
Han Zhen ordered: "In that case, go to Hucao Dianmao and someone will arrange errands for you."
"I'll take my leave, little one."
After the subordinate officials bowed, they exited the hall one after another. Under the leadership of Zao Li, they went straight to Hu Cao.
They had already done such errands as checking the population, accounting, and determining the land in Linzi County. They were proficient in each business and could quickly get started.
With the help of these subordinate staff, the efficiency will be greatly improved, and it is estimated that the delivery can be completed in ten days and a half.
By then, Shouguang and Changping should also be captured.
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The Ma family, which is usually low-key, is making a big splash today.
The vermilion door was opened, and the high threshold was removed to facilitate the entry and exit of distinguished guests.
Two servants were standing on the ladder, hanging lanterns under the eaves.
In the courtyard, the maids were so busy that their feet did not touch the floor. The floor paved with bluestones was swept clean, and then they poured water on it and cleaned it again.
The hall was wiped spotlessly clean, even more meticulously than the New Year's sweeping day.
In the kitchen, the fat cook is preparing various ingredients.
Fresh fish, chicken, duck, beef and mutton and various seasonal vegetables.
The small courtyard behind the house.
Ma Shuyao was sitting on the soft couch in the bedroom, holding a storybook and reading it with gusto.
From time to time, I twist a piece of preserved fruit and put it in my mouth, which is comfortable and lazy.
At this moment, the little maid shouted from downstairs: "Little lady, little lady."
Putting down the storybook, Ma Shuyao stuck her head out of the window and asked curiously: "What's the matter?"
I saw the little maid downstairs raising her head and replying: "Alang is calling you to go to the study."
"oh."
Ma Shuyao responded, put on her embroidered shoes, and jumped downstairs.
After leaving the small courtyard, the heated scene in front of her made her slightly startled.
Mashu Yao's beautiful eyes were full of doubts and she asked, "What's going on?"
"I heard that there are distinguished guests coming tonight." The little maid explained.
"who?"
Ma Shuyao suddenly became interested and asked.
The little maid shook her head: "I don't know about that."
Along the corridor, passing through a rockery and waterside pavilion, Ma Shuyao came all the way to the study.
After knocking on the door, the little girl opened the door and walked into the study.
Mayanmin smiled kindly and said, "Yuyou is here!"
As soon as he came in, Ma Shuyao couldn't wait to ask: "Master, who are you going to entertain today?"
"Who else could it be?"
Mayanmin picked up the tea cup and took a sip.
Ma Shuyao nodded with a sudden expression: "I understand."
In the entire Yidu County, the only one who deserves such careful treatment by the Ma family is the county magistrate.
Mayanmin waved to her: "Yuyou, come on, sit down."
Hearing this, Ma Shuyao came to the table and sat down, looking at her grandfather with an obedient expression.
Facing those spiritual eyes, Mayanmin sighed in his heart, and then said with a smile: "Yuyou, I have chosen a good husband for you."
Husband?
Ma Shuyao was stunned at first, her big eyes twitching.
After she regained her composure, she blurted out: "My grandpa chose Han Zhen."
Han Zhen was welcomed at home in such a grand manner today, and now that my grandfather said this, the answer was already obvious.
Speaking of Han Zhen, her mind couldn't help but flash that heroic and domineering figure and that alluring gaze like a tiger.
When I read storybooks before, I always felt that the descriptions of heroes and heroes in the storybooks were too vague and abstract.
But after seeing Han Zhen yesterday, a thought couldn't help but arise in her mind.
The so-called heroes should be like this!
But now, Grandpa suddenly betrothed himself to Han Zhen.
Thinking of this, Ma Shuyao's heart couldn't help but tremble, and her hands and feet also felt a little weak.
Seeing her dull expression, Mayanmin thought she didn't like it, and hurriedly advised: "Youyou, don't worry, I won't harm you. Although she is a concubine, Han Zhen will become a great person, and her achievements will never stop here. Marry him Being a concubine will not insult your identity and talent."
"My grandpa is the one who makes the decision when it comes to marriage. Why do you need to ask me?"
Ma Shuyao lowered her head slightly and bit her lip gently, showing off her girlish attitude.
In the past, she often joked with her grandfather, but now that it was time to talk about marriage, the woman's reserve and shyness suddenly came to the fore.
Mayan Min sighed slightly and said with emotion: "My father actually didn't want you to get married so early. He originally planned to let you spend two more years of carefree life at home and spend more time with your mother. .”
But plans can't keep up with changes.
If a hidden dragon like Han Zhen hesitates for even a moment, others will take the lead.
By then, it will be too late to regret it.
Ma Shuyao shook his head: "It's too early for me to say this. Han Zhen has great ambitions. He can't help but look down on a small family like our Ma family. It just adds to the joke."
Mayanbang couldn't help but joked: "Oh, it's true that women are not allowed to stay in college. Just now, they looked reluctant, but now they are anxious."
Ma Shuyao immediately blushed and said in a disgusted voice: "Master!"
"Okay, okay, I won't say anything anymore."
After joking, Mayanmin suppressed his smile and said confidently: "Don't worry, Youyou, he will agree. No one in our Ma family can refuse the dowry!"
"My grandpa was joking again, where did the concubine's dowry come from?" Mashuyao was shy, but also felt a little disappointed.
In any case, a concubine is a concubine after all, how can it be compared to a real wife.
As a woman, why would Ma Shuyao not want to wear a green wedding dress when she gets married?
From ancient times to the present, the status of concubines has been very low.
When a man takes a concubine, it is like buying a maid. There is neither three books and six betrothals nor ten miles of red makeup.
With only a blue-clothed sedan chair, I hurriedly entered the side door without worshiping heaven, earth, or parents.
Even if the concubine is extremely favored, she will just set up a few banquet tables and invite relatives and friends to have a banquet.
A trace of self-blame flashed in Mayanmin's eyes: "Yuyou, I've wronged you."
He loved this granddaughter from the bottom of his heart.
Ma Shuyao shook her head, but comforted: "Grandma, you don't have to blame yourself. Grandpa and uncle have loved me so much over the years. Now it's time for you to repay the Ma family."
She is extremely intelligent and knows exactly what her grandpa is thinking.
The uncle's qualifications are mediocre, he has no talent in reading, and he has an indecisive temperament. It is difficult for him to be a conservative king.
Although he has two sons under his knees, they are both useless.
After a hundred years, the Ma family will no longer have anyone to carry the cauldron.
Therefore, after discovering that Han Zhen was a hidden dragon, he decided to put the treasure on himself.
In the future, if Han Zhen succeeds, she will be able to protect the Ma family's prosperity for a hundred years with her status.
Mayanmin sighed: "If you were a man, why would I need to do this?"
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evening.
After a busy day, Han Zhen rode back to his mansion on his war horse.
After bathing and changing into a brocade robe, Han Zhen rode to Ma's house.
Mayundi led two servants and waited outside the gate early.
Seeing Han Zhen's arrival, Ma Yundi bowed and said, "It's a great honor that the Chief of County Meng is here today, and the humble house is in full bloom."
"Ma Lang-kun, you're welcome."
Han Zhen turned over and dismounted, smiled and cupped his hands.
Mayundi stretched out his hand to invite: "County magistrate, please come quickly, my father has prepared some wine."
"Um."
Han Zhen nodded, handed the reins to the servant, and stepped into the door.
At this time, it was getting late, and colorful lanterns were lit in the Ma family's courtyard.
Under the leadership of Mayundi, the two walked through the pavilions and waterside pavilions and came to the hall.
Mayanmin immediately stepped forward to greet him.
Han Zhen said politely, "Excuse me, Mr. Ma."
"The fact that the county magistrate is here has given me enough face, so why bother?" Mayanmin's attitude was very low.
In fact, in his heart, Han Zhen was no longer a rebel, but a dragon capable of soaring into the clouds and mists.
After a while of greetings, Han Zhen was invited to sit down at the host's seat.
The next moment, the maids brought plates of exquisite dishes to the table.
While the maid was setting up the food and drinks, Mayanmin said with a smile, "I have a granddaughter who admires the county magistrate very much. She has been begging me to see the magistrate."
Han Zhen had vaguely guessed something, and said calmly: "In that case, call him out for a meeting."
Mayanmin immediately ordered: "Go and summon Youyou."
Not long after, a girl with bright eyes and white teeth walked into the hall.
After seeing the girl clearly, Han Zhen couldn't help but raise his eyebrows.
It was one of the two women on the second floor of the foot shop yesterday.
With a smile on her lips, Ma Shuyao made a Wanfu salute gracefully: "Ma Shuyao has met the county magistrate."
Han Zhen looked at the other person up and down. His facial features were exquisite, his temperament was sweet, and there was a childish look between his brows.
She is a rare beauty.
In terms of appearance alone, she is one of the most beautiful women Han Zhen has ever seen.
But when he saw the double bun on top of Ma Shuyao's head, he couldn't help but be slightly startled.
Underage?
For a moment, Han Zhen felt bored.
He really has no interest in this little brat. He is too young to have any interest at all.
Besides, at this age, the bones in the body have not grown, and there are no measures to avoid luck at this time. If she accidentally gets pregnant, it is very likely that one will die and two will die.
At that time, it will really be a sin.
Sensing the change in Han Zhen's eyes, Mayanmin's heart suddenly skipped a beat.
Is Han Zhen's vision so high?
Don't you even like Yuyou's appearance?
Thinking of this, Mayanmin asked tentatively: "County magistrate, how is this granddaughter of Lao Zhuo?"
"The beauty of the clouds and the charm of the moon are reflected in the beautiful appearance and wisdom in the heart."
Han Zhen searched hard and tried to come up with a few idioms.
Hearing Han Zhen's praise, a hint of shyness flashed in Ma Shuyao's eyes.
Seeing this scene, Mayanmin simply stopped pretending and said, "The county magistrate has just arrived in the county, and he has no one around him. I want to betroth Youyou to the county magistrate as my concubine, what do you think?"
Han Zhen shook his head and said: "My lady is still young, it's too early to say this."
The feeling is that Youyou is too young!
Mayanmin hurriedly explained: "The county magistrate doesn't know something. In a few months, hairpin ceremony can be performed!"
(End of chapter)
