Wang Shouren was still in Ningxia and did not leave because Wang Tingxiang and Zhang Cong kept inviting him to stay.
After all, after the chaos, with such an army here, no matter what you do, you will feel more at ease.
So Wang Shouren had the opportunity to witness the vigorous clearing of fields in Ningxia Town. In the hundred years since Emperor Taizu ordered farming in various places, the Ming Dynasty has never seen such a scene today.
In fact, it is necessary to keep Wang Shouren. With the development of military settlements to this day, the relationship between this system and everyone in society is complicated. Now that the court wants to break through and start over, how can there be less contradictions in it?
Zhang Cong discussed with Wang Tingxiang, "The official read the records of the previous dynasty. In the first year of Yongle, the imperial court ordered each military station to appoint a member of the "Tuntian Commander" in the Central Committee of each guard, and a member of the "Tuntian Thousand Households" in each station to manage the farming. . Because of its excellent effect, in the second year of Yongle, the imperial court ordered the military guards in various places to appoint one member of each hundred households to "garrison" those with more than 100 troops and less than 100 troops.
The reasoning behind this is similar to what His Majesty calls "responsibility to the individual" today. Now that Ningxia Town needs to re-divide the farmland, this method can be restored and the command and control of the farmland capital should be set up. "
Wang Tingxiang stroked his beard and nodded, "In fact, in the past, among the guards, there were all commanders, commanders, and generals. One person was in charge of the secretary, one was in charge of the training, and one was in charge of the farming. In terms of priorities, at this time we should It is best to have the four guards command and directly manage the farming affairs."
"Yes, he will issue orders for farming. If there is a shortage of cattle or farm tools in the guard station, he will also upload them. If there is no obstruction, Ningxia's farming will definitely improve."
This method was used during the Yongle period, so there is no big problem in borrowing it. From the Wei, to the Qianhu Office, and then to the Hundred Household Office, there is always an officer who asks about this matter, so re-measurement can always be done.
Of course, the imperial decree had arrived, and Qiu Yue, the commander of Yuan Shuofang, was promoted to the post of commander of the capital and served as the chief military officer of Ningxia. Therefore, this matter could not go beyond Qiu Yue.
It's just... Qiu Yue is still nervous now.
Outside the town, on a grassland.
Wang Shouren looked at the sweet potato in his hand. This thing also came with the imperial edict.
The emperor himself gave him two pieces, and a letter of explanation.
This is for Wang Shouren. In fact, people who know how to cultivate and plant it have already set off from the capital alone to Shuofang Town, of course, carrying the seeds.
After knowing that Qiu Yue was coming to see him, Wang Shouren ordered people to steam it according to the method mentioned in the imperial edict, removing the red skin and exposing the yellow flesh, and waited for Qiu Yue to come.
General Qiu is tall, with thick limbs and a Chinese-shaped face. In fact, he is forty-four years old, and his beard looks very rough.
So he is older than Wang Shouren.
But the military generals of the Ming Dynasty were not as good as the civil servants. Wang Shouren was the son of the number one scholar and a Jinshi, which was much higher than Qiu Yue.
Moreover, he has a good mind. Although he has only been in contact with him for three years, in Qiu Yue's heart, Mr. Wang is the kind of person who can read and has many ideas.
He came on horseback, and when he got close, he got off the horse cleanly, and then went to Wang Shouren to pay homage, "General Qiu Yue, pay your respects to the department."
"I've been waiting for you for a long time. Have you been delayed for a while?"
"Yes, Governor Wang and Yushi Zhang sent people to talk about some farming matters."
Wang Shouren said: "Yes, you will be the commander-in-chief guarding a town from now on. Your Majesty also wants you to enter the capital, so there can be no delay. When will you set off?"
"The day after tomorrow, I still want to settle down."
"Don't you understand why His Majesty summoned you to the capital?"
"Yes, please give me some advice."
In fact, other people also have rewards. Wang Tingxiang himself was promoted at a super speed, and it is not appropriate to be promoted for the time being, and Shaanxi itself needs him. The same is true for Wang Shouren. As for Zhang Cong, he was an imperial envoy and the emperor would reward him after he returned to Beijing.
So many people wanted to see Qiu Yue by name. Very unusual.
Qiu Yue is a rough old man. He grew up in a guard house. He relied on his bravery and good luck to get to where he is today. He went to the capital in the second year of Zhengde.
But the emperor... I have never seen him before.
And he still had to be summoned alone.
Apart from other things, he didn't even know what the rules in the palace were.
And I heard that Emperor Zhengde was very powerful, and he was also strict in his majesty...
The pressure this matter brought to him was greater than letting him fight in a war.
"There's no rush." Wang Shouren pointed to the sweet potato meat placed in front of him, "Try it."
"What is this thing?"
"Sweet potatoes mentioned in the edict."
"oh?"
Qiu Yue really wants to try this.
The peeled sweet potatoes are also in the shape of long strips, but they are a bit mushy, um... like something special. But it smells delicious.
Qiu Yue pinched a piece of the entrance, and his eyes suddenly lit up, "It's sweet."
"It is said that it was brought back from overseas. It was originally called sweet potato, but Your Majesty has always called it sweet potato. I tried planting it in the capital this spring, and I can get ten stones from half an acre. Even if I don't know how to grow it."
"Half an acre and ten stones?!" Qiu Yue was shocked, "Then if we plant this kind of thing instead, wouldn't there be enough space for the granary?"
"It's not that powerful. According to the Holy Spirit, this food cannot be used as a staple food. It is said that eating too much will cause stomach acid."
Qiu Yue was noncommittal. He had lived a hard life when he was a child. What else do you want if your stomach is sour or not? It's sweet, soft, and you can eat it when you're hungry. What else do you want?
"But after all, sweet potatoes are very important. From this, I will tell you about your entry into the capital."
"yes."
Wang Shouren stood up and put his hands behind his back. The wind on the grassland made the long scarf on his head fly wildly. "Your Majesty is a man of great talent and strategy. His plan is not only to defeat the Tatars. He also puts pragmatism first in his actions, so he issued the decree." You were transferred to the capital because of the position you hold - the commander-in-chief of Ningxia Town. Regardless of whether the status has been reduced, Ningxia Town is an important town in the northwest. Your Majesty has handed over this place to you, does it mean that you can meet with me? That's it.
Secondly, Ningxia Town was the first border town to carry out Qingtun. It was King An and the imperial envoy. So many things happened, and the source was the cleanup of military camps. Therefore, this matter is particularly important. Shouldn't Your Majesty also tell you about it? Third..."
Wang Shouren turned around and made a 'three' sign, "Think again about the sweet potatoes you have eaten. Your Majesty did say that sweet potatoes have some shortcomings, but you and I both know that in ordinary people's homes, a full belly is a luxury. As long as you are full after eating sweet potatoes, what do those flaws mean? And this time His Majesty cleans up the military villages and promotes sweet potatoes to store grain and revitalize border towns. What is the purpose of this? "
Qiu Yue has not read many books.
Wang Shouren told him directly, "Your Majesty compares himself with Han Wu and Tang Zong. During the Han and Tang Dynasties, the Han dynasty's civil and martial arts were far superior to today's. Therefore, in a few years, your Majesty will definitely use troops against Mongolia in the north and Hami in the northwest. You have repeatedly To achieve meritorious service, this is the most important thing your Majesty wants."
The wind seems to be getting stronger.
"When you have time, you can read more. After reading, you will know what kind of era we are in."
Qiu Yue is a warrior, and his blood boiled with excitement when he heard this, "So, in a few years, I, the Ming Dynasty cavalry, will be able to ride on the grassland!"
The image of the emperor became taller in his heart, which actually made him more nervous.
"Yes. So Qiu Yue, you have a bright future." Wang Shouren decided to remind him, "In the future, you may lead more than just the Four Guards, so you must not limit yourself to the present. Especially, don't imitate Jiang Han and Yang Ying. . I believe that one day, the imperial court will have 200,000 troops marching north to conquer Mongolia, and by then you will have a place."
If you can see the possibilities in the future, you will not be tempted by the small profits in front of you.
"Don't believe it. I promise you that even if no one else recommends you, I will still ask your Majesty to make you a general in our army!"
Qiu Yue became even more excited after hearing this, "I will thank Butang for the reward!"
After finishing speaking, Wang Shouren turned around and took another bite of sweet potatoes, then muttered, "With such a high yield, it would be even better if it could be fed to horses."
Actually, it is possible.
Sweet potato stems and leaves are rich in nutrients and can be used as excellent feed for livestock and, of course, horses.
"By the way, train these four guards well. You know, His Majesty likes it."
A wanton and confident smile appeared on Qiu Yue's lips. When it came to knowledge and reading, he was indeed not confident, but when it came to military training, he had some confidence. So no need to say more, just two simple words, " clear."
He sometimes felt that Wang Shouren was a bit 'merciful' in his treatment of his soldiers.
Maybe it was because of their different backgrounds. After all, Wang Shouren was a civil servant, and he couldn't really dance with a gun or a stick. But he, Qiu Yue, was different. He was a soldier killing the enemy instead of strolling in the garden and listening to ditties. If he couldn't bear the hardship, he would go and find other jobs.
It's the first time he has become the commander-in-chief and is responsible for guarding a town alone. Even if he is a new officer who has only one thing to worry about when he takes office, Qiu Yue is very motivated now.
On the morning of the next day, Wang Tingxiang summoned the imperial envoys, the general soldiers, the commanders of the four guard posts and more than ten thousand households to gather at the general military mansion. They specially invited Qiu Yue, who was a new official. Since they were going to establish a thousand households in the field, it was best not to make such personnel appointments beyond the town commander.
In addition, because Wang Shouren's status is too high, he is also included in the invitation.
Above the main seat, the two kings sat on the left and right. Below them, Zhang Cong and Qiu Yue were on one side, followed by the commander of the guard and Qian Hu.
After everyone gathered together, Wang Tingxiang said: "Everything has been settled in Anni's uprising. I was ordered by the emperor to assist the imperial envoys in cleaning up the military camps. After the imperial court abolished it, there were only four guards left in Ningxia Town. The chief soldier of the town was Qiu Yue Qiu Qian. Prior to this, the Imperial Envoy has arranged the land distribution matters one by one. Today, I have called you here to hear how the progress is going. At present, the Imperial Envoy, you can't talk nonsense. It should be noted that the cleanup of military settlements is the most important matter to the Emperor. , you all must not believe that Jinyiwei Nansi is not in Ningxia Town. Moreover, I will not allow you to deceive me wantonly, so I must tell you the details today!"
After finishing speaking, none of the four guards commanders had anything to say.
In this case, Wang Tingxiang asked by name, "Commander Pei, how are you doing there?"
Pei Ji, the new commander of the Ningxia Guard, was in his thirties. After being called upon, he stood up with a somewhat uncomfortable expression and reported, "I am reporting to Zhongcheng that the Ningxia Guard under the control of the last general was being obstructed by someone secretly. Determine the boundaries and destroy the boundary posts.”
"Have you found out who it is?"
He was speechless.
Either it doesn't exist, or it shouldn't be checked.
But Wang Tingxiang is also a ruthless fool to a certain extent, "Find out! You don't dare to kill! I will kill you!"
Wang Shouren said in his heart that it was indeed the case. What Wang Tingxiang did was to dig into the emperor's heart, even going beyond the imperial envoy.
So the people who are still showing up at this time, aren't they just for him to kill so that he can accumulate merit?
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