The entire territory of the Qin Empire, including the Yue in the south, is collectively called Southern Border.
Its territory is extremely vast, connecting the Central Plains at the top and the South China Sea at the bottom.
The political center of southern Xinjiang is Panyu.
In the meeting hall, the leaders of various tribes who had received the news had already arrived.
"I heard that it was Emperor Qin who had an imperial edict to convey."
"Yes, I just don't know what Emperor Qin's will is."
"Should we be commended for sending troops to help in southern Xinjiang?"
"That would be great if that's the case."
Everyone was talking, while Meng Ya had various thoughts.
He knows the positioning of Southern Xinjiang better than anyone. As early as many years ago, when the Nanman King led his troops to enter the pass, he tried his best to dissuade him. There was once such a dialogue: among the countries competing for hegemony, Southern Xinjiang cannot intervene. It is better to wait for the mountains and rivers. Unification, whoever wins in the end, we will surrender to.
The Nanman King refused to listen and thought there was oil and water to be fished out. As a result, he died in Chu.
The land in southern Xinjiang will not be recovered sooner or later under the unified dynasty.
Meng Ya's intelligence doesn't stop there. He can quickly see the situation and send troops to destroy ghosts. The trophies he gets are just superficial things. He has already told his wife Bai Zhi that the real purpose is to gain political power. capital.
Otherwise, if Southern Xinjiang is finally recovered, even if he is rewarded, he will not be able to gain a foothold.
Not long after, Fu Qingyi appeared, followed by an attendant, who was holding a tray in his hand.
He is dressed in official uniform and full of style. Although he is just a small agricultural envoy now, his high-ranking official career in the past years makes him look quite majestic as a Qin official.
Everyone in the hall consciously stopped talking and stood on both sides.
Fu Qingyi walked straight to the position directly above, then turned around and stretched out his right hand slightly.
The attendant bent down, raised his hands, and respectfully presented the tray.
Fu Qingyi picked up the edict with gold rim and black background and looked around: "Everyone in Southern Xinjiang accepts the edict~~~"
"Hear the Holy Edict—"
Everyone knelt down and spoke in unison.
Fu Qingyi unfolded the edict and began to read aloud:
"Edict of the Emperor of Qin:
The southern frontier, where Nanzhou is located, governs all the people internally and connects the four seas externally, which is particularly important.
However, since ancient times, the rule of the sage kings depends on the virtuous ministers. Today, Meng Ya, the leader of Baimi, is loyal and honest, virtuous and upright. He is specially awarded the title of Marquis of Nanning and is appointed the Nanzhou Order to take charge of Nanzhou affairs.
Lieutenant General Shi Kai, who was loyal and distinguished in battle, was appointed General of Nanzhou.
Kang Bo, the leader of the Hu tribe, assisted in the affairs of Nanzhou and was appointed Sima of Nanzhou.
Bai Qing, the leader of the Li tribe, was appointed to work in Nanzhou.
A total of more than a dozen officials were appointed in the edict, all of whom were important figures from various tribes in southern Xinjiang.
When everyone kneeling below heard his name, their hearts suddenly accelerated and beat loudly.
Meng Ya was even more like this. He felt like his breathing was getting faster, and he could hardly suppress the excitement in his heart.
He did not expect that the emperor would grant him the title so quickly. The title of Marquis of Nanning was exactly what he had in mind, and he also had the title of Nanzhou Order.
He knew very well what Nanzhou Order represented.
Fu Qingyi continued to read: "Emperors always regard the people's livelihood as the foundation of the country. All the ministers above should work together, and the government and the public will be of one mind, and then the world will be governed."
As soon as the edict was read, Meng Ya kowtowed hurriedly, stuck his butt high, and shouted in a trembling voice: "My lord, please accept the edict and thank me! Long live my emperor, long live long live—"
Shi Kai and others who were kneeling behind also shouted in unison.
With a smile on his face, Fu Qingyi closed the edict and handed it to Meng Ya. He said with a smile: "Congratulations to the leader Meng. No, congratulations to the Marquis of Nanning. I am a clumsy official, but I hope you can forgive me."
"Lord Fu, you are joking. It's hard work." Meng Ya took the edict and stood up, with the same smile on his face.
"Everywhere, this is what a lower official should do." Fu Qingyi was very humble. After all, he was demoted now. As he said this, he also started to greet others and say congratulations.
Everyone bowed their hands in return, chattering in a lively manner, and their faces felt like a spring breeze.
In the past, although the heads of their tribes dominated their respective areas, it was still a kind of clan management. Now that they are appointed to official positions, they are equivalent to being appointed officials of the Great Qin Empire. Their status will feel different, so how can they not be happy? Woolen cloth.
Xiao Yuan thought of all the core and important figures in Southern Xinjiang.
The content of his edict was also very simple, but it made two points clear.
First: The entire southern Xinjiang region has been divided into Nanzhou of Qin State.
Second: You are all ministers of Qin.
It will not be easy to recover southern Xinjiang. It depends on how you deal with this issue.
If troops are used, it is estimated that it will take at least half a year to one or two years, and it is very likely to destroy the place, causing many ethnic minorities to unite to resist.
Obviously, Xiao Yuan adopted political means, which is a smarter way.
Now the core of southern Xinjiang are all Qin officials, which shows that this place has been ruled. So in the future, if anyone still acts disobediently, it will be treason!
The imperial court's dispatch of troops to southern Xinjiang will be to suppress the rebellion, not to attack.
The local people will also say that you are a rebel.
Don't underestimate this issue, it is a top priority.
At the scene, after everyone congratulated each other, Fu Qingyi took another brocade box, handed it to Meng Ya and said: "This is the seal of the Nanzhou Order. As for the official uniforms and official seals of all the gentlemen, the imperial court will send someone to deliver it soon."
"Here comes Mr. Lao Fu." Everyone said one after another.
Meng Ya took the brocade box, opened it, took out the official seal, held it in his hand and looked through it carefully, then hid it in his arms like a treasure, and then said with a smile: "The emperor's kindness is so great, everyone is happy today, Why not have a dinner and a drink to celebrate.”
Then he raised his voice and shouted: "Come here, have a banquet quickly and bring out the good wine and meat!"
"Yes!" His subordinates took the order and left.
At noon that day, Meng Ya, Fu Qingyi and other key figures in southern Xinjiang gathered together to have a drink. Everyone was satisfied with the reward. Naturally, they exchanged cups and cups, and there was endless laughter.
After the banquet, Fu Qingyi burped and returned to his office. He was in a very good mood. He felt that he was still under His Majesty's attention and should be able to go back soon.
Meng Ya was also drunk and was helped home to rest by his subordinates.
Not long after, his wife Bai Zhi hurried over to take care of her, but was pulled into his arms by Meng Ya.
"Oh, you smell of alcohol, don't touch me!" Bai Zhi hit him lightly.
Meng Ya laughed happily: "Madam, today is a day worth celebrating happily."
"Huh? What happened?" Bai Zhi asked curiously.
"His Majesty's imperial edict has come down, naming me Marquis of Nanning."
Meng Ya smiled and said: "To be honest, I had expected the return of Southern Xinjiang. I originally thought that His Majesty would reduce my administrative power when he regained this place. But I didn't expect that His Majesty's mind is unpredictable. also."
"Haha! Now, I am also the Marquis of Nanning and the Order of Nanzhou in the Great Qin Dynasty. Although Ling'er is still in a high position to marry into the royal family, in terms of status, it is reasonable for us, isn't it?"
(End of chapter)
