Chui Gong Hall has officially become the place where Liu Chengyou meets with ministers and listens to government affairs on a daily basis. He did not make any mistakes, but started directly to grasp the main principles. It's just that when he first succeeded to the throne, everything was as usual. Except for changing the office space, there was no big change from when he was supervising the country.
In the palace, Liu Chengyou met with Wu Xingde and Liu Shenjiao successively. He did some homework beforehand and had some understanding of their resumes. Especially Wu Xingde, he had heard about it when he led troops out of Hedong.
Today's Jiedu, there are many greedy, cruel and cruel people, such as Luzhou Jiedu Chang Si, Tongzhou Jiedu Xue Huairang, including Shi Hongzhao and even Liu Xin who did not stay in Tokyo. A positive political move by the people to seek governance.
They are different from those vulgar warriors who experienced poverty and became rich, then turned to oppress the people even more. Although Wu Xingde was also a martial artist, he did not have the violent spirit of ordinary military ministers. He was born in a poor family. Once he rose to great success and reached the town, he did not get carried away. Instead, because he knew the suffering and hardship of the people, he did more to treat the people under his rule. Treat people kindly, and there is almost no effort to gather them.
In fact, if there were more square towns like Wu Xingde in the world, the people would not suffer as much as this. However, if all the people in the world were as virtuous as Wu, then the emperor might not be able to sit very comfortably.
"Wu Qing, although I am in Tokyo, I have heard about what happened in Heyang. In Heyang, you are lenient on administration and simple on punishment, sympathize with the people's sufferings, return their production, and do not rest, but in more than half a year, Heyang There is already an image of great governance. Xiangshi's moral integrity in the world is like that of Wu Qing, so why worry about the world not being governed?" Liu Chengyou had a gentle attitude towards Wu Xingde, and his tone was full of appreciation and praise.
Of course, the standard of "great governance" in Liu Chengyou's words is pitifully low...
"Your Majesty is making ridiculous compliments, and I am ashamed of myself. I just do nothing to govern and let the people educate themselves. I am really not worthy of praise." Wu Xingde's attitude was one of deference and humility.
"Wu Qing doesn't have to be too humble!" Liu Chengyou waved his hand gently and said solemnly: "With a call from the river, he drove away the northern invaders, protected the emperor, and governed the people. Wu Qing's contribution is seen by me and the court. It is extremely rare. !”
After saying some polite words, Liu Chengyou said without hesitation: "In order to reward you for your merits, I would like to use you to inspect the prince's affairs, make peace with the affairs, and grant you the title of Yucihou as envoy!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Wu Xingde immediately aroused Bain.
In fact, Liu Chengyou's operation has no real benefits and is basically empty. But as far as martial ethics is concerned, if you don't seek profit, you will naturally have a good reputation. Nowadays, there are not many people in the world who can be appointed as envoys.
After chatting with Wu Xingde for a while, he let him go and then summoned Liu Shen for interrogation. I won’t introduce much about Liu Shenjiao. In short, he has a clean character, a high reputation, and has the ability to manage politics. Previously, Liu Chengxun appointed him to the Mintun in Zhengzhou, and he was always a teacher of etiquette.
Liu Chengyou also maintained respect for Liu Shenjiao. Apart from anything else, he should show the most basic respect and preferential treatment for someone who was already over seventy years old. In this era, it is not easy to live such a long life and be active in politics.
Like Wu Xingde, Liu Chengyou said some polite words, but the scene was slightly awkward. In front of such an old man who has such insight into the world, Liu Chengyou's behavior was too immature. However, he was the emperor after all, so Liu Shenjiao still gave him face and agreed.
It was Liu Chengyou who couldn't stand the awkward conversation, so he directly asked what he really cared about: "Liu Qing, how is the situation in Zhengzhou Mintun?"
The spring plowing season has arrived. On the second day after he ascended the throne and the day when the dragon raised its head, Liu Chengyou took time out to go to the outskirts of Tokyo and lay the first hoe.
The imperial court has officially begun to launch civilian villages in various states in the Central Plains. This is something Liu Chengyou is particularly concerned about and urges to promote, but the progress is still slow. There are not enough officials, not enough people, not enough tools. Simply put, there is not enough anything except enough land...
Liu Chengyou naturally paid special attention to Zhengzhou Mintun, which was the largest, was on the right track, and was set as a model by the imperial court.
"When the spring thawed, the old minister and his Zhengzhou officials organized the common people and villagers to make preparations for spring plowing. Before I came to the capital, I had already started planting... After the gatherings, Zhengzhou was organized Now, there are more than 67,000 households..." Liu Shen handed Liu Chengyou a detailed introduction to the situation in Zhengzhou.
Not to mention anything else, apart from Tokyo, Zhengzhou has the largest population.
Thinking of the population, an idea flashed in Liu Chengyou's mind, and he decided to issue an edict to conduct a "census" to find out how many people were still living in Dingkou under the rule of the Han Dynasty. For decades, the Central Plains and Hebei have been in chaos. Although there have been minor improvements, the overall population is still basically experiencing negative growth. However, Liu Chengyou still has no idea how scarce the population is.
Although he had ideas in his mind, Liu Chengyou knew that this matter could not be rushed. The current national conditions were not the time to do this at all, at least until there was a slightly more relaxed internal and external environment.
Liu Chengyou was distracted for a long time. When he came back to his senses, he looked at Liu Shenjiao sitting there. Although he was at ease, Liu Chengyou apologized: "I was thinking about something and got distracted. Please don't take it off, Liu Qing."
"I don't dare!"
"Liu Qing has done a good job in the Zhengzhou Tunnel Affairs, and I am very satisfied. When the emperor appointed Liu Qing to serve, he was indeed right!" Liu Chengyou said.
When Liu Chengxun was mentioned, Liu Shenjiao sighed slightly in his heart. He felt a little pity, but he didn't show it and didn't want to say more. He just said in an old voice: "Old minister, I'm just fulfilling my duty. Without the support of the previous imperial court, it would be difficult to be as organized as it is now!"
"If it were another person, he might not have Liu Qing's capabilities!"
The conversation with Liu Shenjiao was very dull from beginning to end. It was just a normal report of work. The old man's mentality was very peaceful and it was difficult to cause any trouble. Liu Chengyou, on the other hand, is not a person who is good at chatting. Faced with such a Buddhist veteran, The conversation was rather awkward. Liu Shenjiao is not a talkative person either.
But in the end, when Liu Chengyou was about to give him a favor, he took the initiative to ask for it. Not for himself or his descendants, but for the mother and son of Li Congyi, who had been a puppet emperor for some time.
In this life, because Li Congyi did not do any particularly sensitive things, such as issuing an edict to the princes of Jieduqin to fight against the Hedong Army, he surrendered very simply. Although there were twists and turns, he finally saved his life. At first, when all the officials were pressuring her, only Liu Shenjiao showed respect and sympathy to the mother and son, and tried to persuade them to surrender.
As a result, although my life was saved, my life was difficult. As the "deposed emperor", I was always under surveillance, and was often bullied and blackmailed. It was already difficult for Tokyo, but I couldn't live any longer...
Upon hearing this, Liu Chengyou was still a little surprised and looked at Liu Shenjiao with a scrutinizing gaze. It's a pity that the old minister's calm and frank look made it difficult for Liu Chengyou to have any doubts.
As far as Liu Chengyou was concerned, the youngest son of Emperor Mingzong of the Tang Dynasty and the emperor established by the Khitan was really worthless. If you are worried about Li Congyi, you might as well consider whether Guo Wei is a threat...
Therefore, Liu Chengyou said generously: "For three generations, Emperor Mingzong of the Tang Dynasty has been regarded as a rare wise king. His descendants should be treated favorably and have the right to pass on the incense to them."
After speaking, Liu Chengyou directly ordered: "Go on, Xu Guogong, mother and son, Tokyo officials, soldiers and civilians are not to be disturbed, let them live in peace!"
"Your Majesty is broad-minded, kind and generous, and I am admired by the old ministers!" After the instructions were given, Liu Shen expressed his praise to Liu Chengyou for the first time, and his tone was quite sincere.
In response to the compliment, Liu Chengyou's mentality became more peaceful and he waved his hand indifferently.
