Liu Chengyou has never mentioned the idea of moving the capital to others, because at the moment, it is neither urgent nor necessary. Only when he is full will he implement the idea of moving the capital now.
Judging from the current situation, Kaifeng is the most suitable city for the Han Dynasty, not only for economic and fiscal considerations, but more importantly, for the rule of the Central Plains and Hebei. Although the Han Dynasty originated in Hedong, as a northern country, the core of its rule was still in the Central Plains and Hebei.
If we want to stabilize these two territories, only Tokyo and Ye can achieve the effect of radiating in all directions, while Luoyang seems to be biased. When it comes to moving to Yedu, there is no need to bother.
As for military considerations, given the current situation in the world that the Han Dynasty is facing, maintaining a huge force in Tokyo at this critical moment of transition from chaos to rule has its advantages, especially in terms of conquering the south and the north. The Khitans in the north do not care about their ability to cross the Yellow River again, and the forces in the south do not pay attention to them. If they really have the strength to advance into the Central Plains, they will not be as bad as the Northern Han Dynasty today.
As for Kaifeng City, up to now, it has not been devastated and destroyed by the Yellow River floods. Liu Chengyou wanted to move the capital, but he was just thinking about the future. Faced with the need to rebuild Kaifeng City, I was a little hesitant about the huge investment required.
However, upon reflection, I found that large-scale reconstruction of Kaifeng is still necessary. First, Kaifeng’s current urban situation is indeed unable to meet its socio-economic development needs. For both of them, there will be no need to move their capitals for a long time to come, at least until the north and south are unified.
Although Liu Chengyou had the ambition to rule the world, he did not defeat the absolute confidence of all countries in a short period of time. It would take at least ten years. And it is impossible for Liu Chengyou to tolerate Kaifeng's increasingly bad urban environment until he unifies the world, even if it is purely for the development needs of the city.
After thinking about it, Kaifeng needs to be rebuilt...
Taking a deep breath, Liu Chengyou seriously thought about this issue in his mind, and initially considered it after the Southern Expedition.
"Mr. Lang is still thinking about Kaifeng?" Zhe Xiaoniang raised her head slightly and looked at Liu Chengyou who stood there in meditation for a long time.
After coming back to his senses, Liu Chengyou said casually: "On the half-month day, I will go north to Fengqiu for hunting. You will accompany me then!"
Hearing this, Miss Zhe immediately became energetic, her bright eyes were shining with excitement, and she responded with a smile: "Thank you, Mr. Sir!"
"At that time, I can take the opportunity to see the elegant style of Fuzhou's proud girl!"
Turning his head to see Zhao Kuangyin standing aside, Liu Chengyou suddenly had an idea and waved to him.
"What are your orders, officer?" Zhao Kuangyin approached and asked politely.
"Well..." Liu Chengyou started to speak and then waved his hand: "Nothing!"
Liu Chengyou had a sudden thought and asked Zhao Kuangyin about moving the capital. Quan took the opportunity to take the exam and take the exam. However, this thought was quickly annihilated. After all, such an uncertain and important matter cannot be said casually. Otherwise, if it spreads, it may send the wrong signal, confuse people's minds, and cause unnecessary political turmoil.
Even if he could be silenced, he thought there was no need to waste unnecessary words on that sudden thought.
Although Zhao Kuangyin was puzzled by Liu Chengyou's strange behavior, he still adhered to the etiquette of a minister, looked calm as usual, and stepped back. The respectful and even submissive attitude was not deliberately flattering, and his behavior was completely calm. This is probably how he served Guo Rong in official history.
As his thoughts flashed, he suddenly saw people in the street, calling for friends and companions, gathering in one direction. There was a lot of movement, which attracted Liu Chengyou's attention.
"Go and ask, what's going on?" Liu Chengyou ordered.
Without waiting for too long, Zhao Kuangyin turned around and reported: "It was Hou Fuyin who sat in court to hear the case in Kaifeng Mansion, which attracted the people nearby and went there after hearing the news."
After thinking about it for a while, he realized that the Kaifeng government office was still nearby. Liu Chengyou couldn't help but wonder: "What kind of case can cause such a sensation?"
Zhao Kuangyin glanced at Liu Chengyou briefly and tried to keep his voice emotionless: "It is said that it is related to Uncle Murong!"
"Oh?" Liu Chengyou became interested immediately, closed his eyes a few times, and thought for a moment: "Go and have a look!"
Kaifeng Mansion is one of the few grand government offices in Kaifeng City. Ordinary people can feel great intimidation just by standing in front of the government office.
It was mid-afternoon, and the yamen opened wide. People nearby gathered in front of the yamen, maintaining solemnity under the maintenance of the yamen guards.
Above the court, Hou Yi, the governor of Kaifeng who was over sixty years old, was sitting in the court hearing the case. Wearing a purple robe and an official robe on his head, there was not much that seemed out of place on Hou Yi, an old warrior, who was dressed up in such a serious manner.
Generally speaking, if it is not a major or important case, Hou Laofu Yin will not go to court in person. As an old man who is as slippery as a loach of a Buddhist official, he is very lazy. Most of the cases accepted by Kaifeng Mansion are It was handed over to the judge of Kaifeng Prefecture. Hou Laofuyin, since he took office, usually seems to be careless and has not done much. However, if you think about it carefully, he has done a lot of practical things. It is not easy for a martial artist from Qiuba to reach this level. of.
Although this case did not involve human life, it was related to powerful and royal family members. Ordinary people really did not dare to try it, so they could only bother Hou Yi to take action in person.
In fact, the matter has been investigated very clearly. It only needs to go to court and it is not complicated. For Murong Yanchao's construction of his Tokyo residence, nearly three hundred craftsmen and laborers were recruited since last winter.
In the early days, workers were usually paid on a daily basis. The problem was that in the later stages, there were cases of deductions, arrears, and even refusal to pay after completion. A group of craftsmen came to ask for help, but were bullied, beaten, and some even injured or disabled.
In the hall, there were at least five ordinary people in simple clothes and rough looks waiting with their heads tremblingly. Standing opposite him was a middle-aged man with a short beard wearing cotton clothes. He was not Murong Yanchao, but the steward of his house, and his attitude was somewhat arrogant.
The case has reached a certain stage of trial.
Hou Yi was shocked. He glared and yelled: "One person is making false accusations. Is there any reason for hundreds of people to make false accusations at the same time? I have already investigated the right and wrong, the cause and effect. You evil slave, Do you still dare to quibble in court?"
Without waiting for the manager to explain, Hou Yi continued: "The same evildoers as you have already confessed. It is clearly you, the evil slave, who took advantage of the humble power of the supervisor to deduct the wages of the hired workers and pocket them for personal gain. After the incident, faced with the challenge He wanted craftsmen, but he had evil intentions and ordered his servants to beat them and drive them away, causing three craftsmen to be seriously injured and disabled..."
Although Hou Yi is old, his mind is very clear, his expressions are clear, his expression is cold and stern, and coupled with the evil aura brought by decades of military service, it is very scary.
Murong Yanchao, the manager, also came from the army. He looked very confident in the hall. Although his arrogance had weakened, he was still very arrogant. He still raised Murong Yanchao: "Master, please don't be fooled by this." The untouchables have been deceived. They are obviously greedy. I have been taught by my master, so how can I deprive him of some money and food? The Lord must be aware of it and summon me to the court for no reason. If the case is wrongly judged and the crime is wrong, I'm just afraid..."
"What are you afraid of!" Hou Yi's old face became calm at this time.
Seeing this, the steward felt proud and pretended to hint: "My master is a majestic uncle!"
"What a wicked slave. You are so arrogant in court. You want to use the emperor's uncle to suppress me. I really don't know the heights of heaven and earth. I am about to punish you for contempt of court!" Hou Yi's color suddenly changed, and his gray hair Xu seemed to be filled with murderous intent: "Come on, hit me!"
After saying that, he took out two red-headed lottery tickets from the lottery box on the hall desk, threw them down, and started with twenty big boards.
The officiant immediately came forward with a stick and knocked him down without hesitation, and then executed the sentence without sparing any effort.
Miserable but satisfying cries of pain echoed in the hall. After the torture was halfway through, Hou Yigang said slowly: "You evil slave, you dare to mention the emperor's uncle. You deceived your master, deceived your superiors and deceived your subordinates, and committed this evil deed." , you dare to make false threats when you make trouble here, you really don’t want to die!"
Hou Yi's trial style is very rough. After a brief questioning and the presentation of the collected evidence, he will directly judge the case. All the wages that were withheld were returned, and the injured craftsmen were each compensated. The funds provided, in addition to the salary of the steward, Murong Yan, had to be exceeded by his master Murong Yan. After all, the emperor was not strict.
As for the officers who committed the crime and those who followed the evildoers, they were all sentenced to exile. This was only a light sentence, and they were subject to death according to the rules of the early Han Dynasty. That is to say, no one was killed, otherwise he would have to pay for it with his life.
The verdict is decided and the crowd is happy.
Zhao Kuangyin watched the entire detention trial process with a calm expression and a thoughtful look on his face. He separated from the crowd and reported to Liu Chengyou who was sitting in a quiet area.
After hearing this, Liu Chengyou showed amusement on his face: "Listen to what you said, this Lord of the Hou Mansion still has some means to judge cases..."
"Yuen Long." Liu Chengyou called.
"What's the official's order?" Zhao Kuangyin asked.
"Tell me, can a small steward really deceive superiors and deceive subordinates to that extent?"
Zhao Kuangyin hesitated and said cautiously: "Perhaps the emperor's uncle was confined to his home and ignored internal and external affairs, so he was deceived."
Hearing his answer, Liu Chengyou smiled. Looking at Zhao Kuangyin's reaction, it was obvious that he had used his brain.
Obviously, there is something else behind this case. Hou Yi and Murong Yanchao may have communicated in advance. However, Liu Chengyou doesn't care too much, as long as the case is handled...
