As the sun set over the western mountains, Liu Chengxun and others came out of the fields. They were dripping wet and covered in filth. In less than two hours, he personally harvested an acre of wheat. Although the efficiency is not high, there is a satisfied smile between the handsome faces.
The county officials came after hearing the news and saw that it was His Highness King Yong who was inspecting the fields. While paying homage nervously, the county magistrate hurriedly called on the Yazhong Cheng, the bookkeeper and other officials to go to the fields together and cooperate with practical actions.
"Who would have thought that harvesting some wheat would be more tiring than carrying a sword and practicing a bow! Your Highness, why are you doing this?" Walking on the ridge of the field, Murong Chengtai had a look of displeasure on his face, beating his waist and legs and slapping the ears on his body. Chuchenchen said to Liu Chengxun: "I would rather go to the battlefield and fight against the Shu army than pick up this cutting knife again!"
Liu Chengxun took the water bag from the guard, took a sip, took a breath, and said: "If you don't care about the land, how can you know the hardships of the common people? How many of those who pity the people and the farmers have ever worked in the fields?"
Looking at Murong Chengtai, Liu Chengxun once again said seriously to him: "You are full of impetuousness, which is really not advisable. My brother sent you to Guanzhong to temper you, you still need to calm down!"
"Your Highness, you are becoming more and more like that old scholar Li Song!" Murong Chengtai said.
"Presumptuous!" Liu Chengxun suddenly became angry and pointed at him: "How dare you speak so arrogantly and be rude to the master!"
Seeing that Liu Chengxun seemed really angry, Murong Chengtai smiled sarcastically and waved his hands: "I don't dare anymore, stop talking!"
Looking around, he found that several officials, including the county magistrate, were still in the field, but their eyes looked towards him from time to time. Liu Chengxun ordered someone to call the county magistrate to him.
The county magistrate is middle-aged, with a thin body and sleeves rolled up on his forearms. He stepped forward with a smile on his face, bowed head to face, and complimented: "Your Highness does not hesitate to be noble, dedicated to his land, and considerate of his subordinates. He is worthy of the style of a virtuous king, and your subordinates will admire him!"
"The county magistrate is exempt from the courtesy!" Liu Chengxun smiled gently, pointed to the fields and said: "When the summer harvest comes, the government should take care of the fields and relieve the people's worries. I don't need you to cut the knife, but it is for the country and the country. As a scholar and citizen, I hope you can fulfill your duties!"
"Your Highness is wise and will definitely obey the teachings. Fuyang has no regrets!" said the county magistrate.
"It's too late, I'm going back to Chang'an alone!" Liu Chengxun said, mounted his horse, and said condescendingly: "I won't send you off!"
The county magistrate and his subordinates looked at the figure of Liu Chengxun who was retreating among the guards, and couldn't help but sigh: "Although His Highness King Yong is young, he has already shown his virtuous character!"
Chang'an, Jingzhao Mansion.
"His Royal Highness is back!" The guards returned to their duties. Liu Chengxun went straight to the second hall of the Yamen. Li Song, who was handling official business, immediately came up to him: "Quick, serve tea to His Highness!"
Noticing that Liu Chengxun's body was covered in dust and his brocade clothes were in a state of disarray, Li Song was very surprised: "Your Highness, what's going on?"
Liu Chengxun smiled slightly, sat down immediately, and responded: "I saw farmers cutting wheat with knives, and I was curious. After going to the field to experience it, I realized that even though I only bend down to cut the stalks, it is no easier than holding a plow to sow!"
Hearing this, Li Song breathed a sigh of relief, thinking that Liu Chengxun had encountered something unexpected. However, he soon showed a look of appreciation towards Liu Chengxun and said with a smile: "Your Highness has a heart for the peasants. If this word spreads, he will be praised by others!"
After all, this was not taught by Li Song.
Liu Chengxun waved his hand: "I have no intention of doing anything to gain fame. It's just that when I was in Tokyo, I often heard the emperor say that farming is the foundation, so I got interested! It's not easy for the people to farm and harvest!"
"Your Highness has such a pure heart!" Li Song sighed, stroking his beard.
"By the way, Tutor, I have something and I want to hear your thoughts!" Liu Chengxun looked at Li Song.
"Your Highness, please speak." Li Song was slightly curious.
After hesitating for a moment, Liu Chengxun told Murong Chengtai about going to Fengxiang.
Li Song's expression returned to seriousness: "Did His Highness have this idea?"
Facing Li Song's gaze, Liu Chengxun responded softly: "To be honest, Taifu, yes. I have heard about it since I was a child, but now, I am over 18 years old, but I have never experienced military service. Now. The world is not at peace, so if you are interested, go to the front of the army to have a look, experience it, and increase your knowledge!"
"No!" Li Song answered firmly, and looked at Liu Chengxun seriously: "Not to mention the fierce war and danger, Your Highness should know that your Majesty, with your intention of sitting in Chang'an, administering the government and appeasing the people, is the job of Jingzhao Mansion. . But if you leave your post without permission and go to work in front of the army without obeying the emperor's order, this is a taboo matter. Even if your majesty loves your highness, you should not do this, and I hope your highness will forgive you."
After listening to Li Songzhi's opinion, Liu Chengxun became a little depressed, nodded, and sighed: "It is precisely because of this concern that I did not listen to Brother Murong's encouragement!"
Li Song looked at Liu Chengxun, thought for a while, and said to him: "As the old saying goes, 'there is no closeness without a close relationship', your highness, I have to remind you of one thing!"
"As the master, I have nothing to say to anyone!" Liu Chengxun's attitude was very humble.
Li Song said: "Mr. Murong is domineering, unscrupulous in his actions, unobtrusive in his words, and has a very dandy style. Your Highness is not allowed to keep close contact with him! He was demoted to Guanzhong this time because he acted arbitrarily in Tokyo."
Hearing what Li Song said, Liu Chengxun frowned and said, "I know that the Taifu doesn't like Brother Murong. He behaves a little arbitrarily, but he has no evil intentions. He is just honest and wants to be happy!"
"Because of this, he is more likely to get into trouble!" Upon seeing this, Li Song thought about it and suggested to Liu Chengxun: "Don't put him in Fengxiang. If you add him to the army to hone his skills and get rid of his frivolity, it will also be useful to him." It's good, I thought. His Majesty sent him to the west with this intention. Murong Chengtai himself couldn't hold back and was eager to try. He can just follow his heart."
Liu Chengxun spread his hands: "How should I explain to Uncle Murong?"
Obviously, Murong Yanchao had already warned him in advance about his beloved son coming to the west.
"Murong Mansion's love for his son is understandable, but doting on him is not a good thing. Chang'an is no better than Tokyo. Murong Chengtai has been bound here for a long time. With his character and style, he will definitely commit trouble sooner or later!" Li Song said.
After thinking about it, and then thinking about how Murong Chengtai behaved by his side, he was really presumptuous without realizing it. He saluted Li Song and said, "Tomorrow, I will discuss it with my brother-in-law. After all, he is responsible for the military duties of the Yongxing Army." !”
"Your Highness is wise!" Li Song showed a cowardly expression.
"Your Highness!" At this time, a chamberlain appeared in front of the hall and called carefully.
"What's the matter?" Liu Chengxun asked.
"When the lady heard that His Highness has returned, she has already prepared a meal for the young one to come and treat!" said the chamberlain.
Liu Chengxun waved his hand, with a sweet smile on his face. Although it was a political marriage, after contacting her, Liu Chengxun was very satisfied with the young lady the emperor chose for him. Princess Wu Yue was well-behaved and smart, and won his heart very much. The young couple also respected each other as guests, and their relationship gradually deepened.
He looked at Li Song and asked, "Have you had your meal, Master, with me?"
"No!" Pointing to a stack of official documents on the desk, Li Song also smiled and said, "There are still some official documents that need to be processed!"
"Then I'll go first!"
With that said, Liu Chengxun walked out of the hall briskly, with Li Song behind him, sitting on the desk and breathing a sigh of relief. He was very satisfied with King Yong as his disciple. He was kind-hearted, able to listen to advice, and was quite virtuous.
I think of him, Li Song, who was brilliant in his early years, and his position as prime minister was also in trouble. He was captured by the Khitans and established by the Han Dynasty. Because he offended the prime minister Su Fengji and was jealous of him, he was almost framed and his family was ruined.
Fortunately, God still took pity on him and gave him a chance to retain his wealth and reputation, and at the same time, he could cultivate a virtuous king who would shine among the counties of the Han Dynasty...
Of course, the only worry is that if King Yong behaves too wisely, will it arouse the fear of the Emperor of Tokyo?
Probably not! Li Song didn't dare to think too much about things like this, which would only increase his worries.
The next day, Song Yanwo, the prince-in-law and the envoy of the Yongxing Army, sent someone to escort a batch of military rations to Fengxiang, and wrote a letter asking Fengxiang to arrange a position for Zhao Hui, and he would listen to the army.
