Compared with staying overnight in the cities along the road, Liu Chengyou stayed in Yedu for three full days. During these three days, Liu Chengyou inspected Yedu, this majestic city in Hebei, both inside and outside.
On the first day, just like the one in Huazhou, they inspected the Imperial Army and the Ye soldiers. This was something that the emperor must do no matter where he went to show that he valued the army. Liu Chengyou had a relatively simple idea, and he planned to strengthen his power and unite people's hearts through repeated exercises like this. Although there are no immediate results, Liu Chengyou believes that love will grow over time. In the long run, there will always be some positive feedback, so Liu Chengyou plans to do such political performances as a long-term career.
On the second day, Liu Chengyou, accompanied by Gao Xingzhou and the left-behind officials in Yedu, inspected the river works in Yedu. Although the imperial court focused on river management in the Central Plains, dredging was still indispensable for the Yongji Canal, the transportation lifeline of Hebei. .
On the third day, Liu Chengyou hosted a banquet in honor of Wei's distinguished officials and nobles, and listened to the discussion to demonstrate his understanding. He also met with the families of farmers, workers, and merchants in Ye, especially the "representatives" of the disaster-stricken households, and gave them kind words to comfort them, so that they could bathe in the glory of the emperor.
It wasn't until the fourth day that the imperial driver set off again to continue his northern tour. Before leaving, Liu Chengyou surrendered the two systems. First, he ordered Gao Xingzhou to stop repairing the Ye Palace to avoid wasting money and food. Although there was not much major work before and after, it fully showed the emperor's attitude of stopping work; second, Gao Xingzhou was given an additional 1,000 food fiefs. In order to reward him for his meritorious service in guarding Yedu, of course, he would be given free food.
Turning westward and entering Xiangzhou, the rest of the journey basically follows the route Liu Chengyou took when he led his army east out of Taihang. Traveling north, I remember and express my feelings all the way.
In Anyang, an altar was set up to commemorate the 100,000 soldiers and civilians who were massacred by the Liao army. Set out to pursue the old traces and talk to Zhe Xiaoniang about the original war against Liao, all the way to Xingzhou.
When he arrived in Xingzhou, he was respectfully welcomed into Longgang, the governor of the state, by Liu Chengyun, the king of Julu County at that time.
"Please punish the officials..." In the back hall of the state government office, they exchanged greetings with the emperor for a while, but Liu Chengyun suddenly stood up, breaking the harmonious atmosphere.
Liu Chengyou sat firmly, glanced at Brother Yang in surprise, and looked at him: "Brother Yun, why did you say this?"
Liu Chengyun looked serious and answered with his head buried: "My appointment is inhumane and my supervision is ineffective. As a result, the Shahe County magistrate and the fish and meat village are tyrannizing one party without knowing it!"
What Liu Chengyun was referring to was a matter in Shahe County. When the emperor passed through the border, he inspected his administration and found that he was responsible for the evil. The county magistrate Peng Mou was independent and independent. He was a local emperor, and the people under his rule were treated as livestock. Many policies promulgated by the imperial court were regarded as nothing.
Although along the way, Liu Chengyou had seen a lot about the state of local autonomy, and as long as he made some achievements in governance, Liu Chengyou would slightly acknowledge it and give encouragement.
However, this complete disregard for the majesty of the central court still angered Liu Chengyou. As a result, it is not difficult to guess that Liu Chengyou directly ordered people to capture the Shahe County magistrate, suppressed his anger, and sent the car to Tokyo, where he was punished by Situo. Although Liu Chengyou calmly wanted to go through the process, with his will, the fate of the Shahe County magistrate would never be better, and it would be difficult for him to survive with the crime he committed.
And this county magistrate was appointed by Liu Chengyun after he took office, and he was from his tribe.
"Brother Yun, please be free!" Regarding Liu Chengyun's accusation, Liu Chengyou's attitude was very calm. He raised his hand and said: "Everyone can make mistakes sometimes. I am like this, but how about you? In Shahe County, I have already sent someone to deal with it. I have nothing to do with Brother Yun. I know your temperament very well. If I hadn’t been deceived by him, I would never have ended up like this..."
Liu Chengyou's words were full of the intention of protecting Liu Chengyun and avoiding responsibility. Liu Chengyun also looked very moved. He lowered his head lower and lowered his head, and said in a choked tone: "The official's words make me feel even more ashamed!"
Noticing Liu Chengyun's somewhat cautious behavior, Liu Chengyou comforted him: "The country laid down by our ancestors needs our determination to protect it. You and I, brothers, are all one family. I trust you and have no reservations. There is no need to be so cautious!"
Hearing this, Liu Chengyun paid his respects again: "When I left Beijing, the words of the officials' earnest instructions were still in my ears. I am really worried about failing the trust of the officials."
It has been almost two years since Liu Chengyun left Xingzhou, and it was Yang Bin who recommended him. Anguojun is a large town in Hebei Province, with jurisdiction over more than ten counties in Xingming Prefecture. Since then, Liu Chengyou has investigated and found that during the time Liu Chengyun was in the town, one word can describe him as mediocre.
He has no outstanding political achievements and outstanding achievements, but he only sits in Longgang. The government orders are all from the Mu family. It advocates "governing by doing nothing", with little government intervention. Therefore, the recovery of people's livelihood in Xingming is improving in a very simple way and at a very fast pace.
Of course, the result of this is that during the previous disaster, hundreds of thousands of people in the two states were basically in a state of "fending for themselves". The government did little and the common people were seriously injured.
Regarding Liu Chengyun's performance in town, Liu Chengyou felt that it was obviously impossible to be satisfied. However, Liu Chengyou had already set extremely low expectations for these Han clan members. After Xuzhou's experience, it was "rare" that this adopted brother and cousin did not act as willfully and cruelly as Liu Xin did.
In comparison, the problems in Shahe County are only minor problems. Chaos in one county is much better than causing turmoil in the entire state. Furthermore, if Liu Chengyun really showed extraordinary military and political talents in the local area and developed the Xingming land into a powerful vassal in Beizhou, and contacted his biological father Liu Chong in Taiyuan, Liu Chengyou would probably have trouble sleeping and eating in Tokyo, and would toss and turn. .
"If you have a town in one place, what's the point of governing the people while being trapped in a square city? If you have free time on weekdays, you should go out more often and observe what's right and wrong, so that you won't be bullied by Xiaoxiao..." No matter Whatever he was thinking in his heart, Liu Chengyou still spoke openly and openly, admonishing Liu Chengyun.
Faced with the emperor's suggestion, Liu Chengyun said respectfully: "In the future, I will visit the people more often and understand the people's sentiments!"
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After a heart-to-heart talk with the emperor until evening, Liu Chengyun returned to his temporary home. The state government residence was naturally freed up for the emperor and concubines to live in.
When he was alone, Liu Chengyun's demeanor changed, which was completely different from the caution and humility he had when he was in front of Liu Chengyou. It was very cold in winter. Hidden under the luxurious fur clothes, his expression was very calm. The charcoal fire rising in the room reflected the face full of contemplation.
It was very mysterious until the family submitted a letter. Playing with a wax pill in his hand, Liu Chengyun frowned slightly and asked, "Where did this thing come from?"
"It was delivered to the door by a man with a Yedi accent. He did not reveal his identity, but he said that he must present it to the king."
"Where is this person?" Liu Chengyun asked.
"People are gone!"
Liu Chengyun suddenly showed dissatisfaction and scolded him sternly. Crush the wax pill, take out a crumpled piece of paper, turn it on and turn on the light. After just a brief glance, his expression changes drastically.
But here, Liu Chengyou had already got under the bed with the concubine Xian, and they were leaning against each other, whispering at night...
"Your Majesty, Wang Jingchong, the Minister of War, has requested to see you. He has something important to report to you!" Zhang Dejun's cautious voice interrupted Liu Chengyou's movements.
It was getting late, so Liu Chengyou subconsciously replied: "No!"
Still Miss Zhe, blushing slightly, pressed Liu Chengyou's hand and persuaded: "Guan family, this person came to visit at night, there must be something important, how can you turn him away?"
