Emperor Taizong's Growth Plan

Chapter 330 So Simple and Brutal!
Lushui is called Heishui and Shengshui in ancient books.

The river here is steep and steep, and the river is dangerous, which is a natural boundary.For hundreds of years, the two countries, Yunxia and Xia, have divided the border with this method, making it impossible for the two places to communicate with each other.

Even if a country's national strength is weak and its territory has fallen to the enemy, when it regains strength in the future, as long as it regains a few key points connecting to the opposite bank, the territory will be regained.

But now, with all the four counties including Jiangyang, Dejiang, and Hechi in the southwestern part of the Xia Kingdom included in the territory of Yunguo, and the hearts of the people all attached to them, Lushui has really become an obstacle hindering the connection between the two places.

On the turbulent river, a flat boat keeps ups and downs with the wind and waves.The waves rolled and beat, and the boat shook, as if it had rolled over.However, under the control of the veteran boatman on board, the small boat always managed to maintain the hull with great difficulty.

Looking from above the river bank, the old boatman who is not tall can be seen vaguely on the boat, but he has a bit of pride in fighting the waves, which makes people feel admiration in his heart.

Among the boats, there were a few young men whose aura was different from that of ordinary people, leaning against the boat with pale faces.Occasionally, when waves came, several people held on to the side of the boat tightly, with panicked expressions on their faces, as if they were afraid that the boat would capsize.

At this time, there were several ordinary people in the boat, who were even more stable than these few people.Seeing the pale faces of a few people, he still jokingly said:

"You guys, I'm afraid you are not locals!"

"No, no, if you are a local, you should know what old Xiaotou is capable of!"

"Don't worry, Old Xiaotou has been begging for life on the river for decades, Jiang Longwang won't accept him!"

A young man headed by this group of people, even though his face was not very good-looking at this time, he was still able to hold on and smiled a little, as if he wanted to speak.

But as soon as he opened his mouth, there was another wave coming from the outside of the boat, the hull of the boat kept shaking, everyone exclaimed in unison, and lost interest in talking.

Fortunately, the boat finally crossed Lushui without any danger.

As soon as they landed, the young men on the boat stumbled out, covered their mouths one by one, and immediately fell on the pier. After a burst of vomiting, a pile of dirty things suddenly floated on the water.

The leading man walked off the boat swayingly, and he was able to maintain a bit of demeanor.But when he smelled the indescribable smell of his companion's vomit, he couldn't resist the rolling in his belly, and they both lay down on the side and vomited.

The dark-skinned and strong old Xiaotou standing on the bow immediately smiled lightly and said:
"You officials must be used to it. The wind and waves in this country are too strong, and the boat is bumping. It must be uncomfortable! After vomiting and resting for a while, you will be fine!"

Several people who walked onto the pier were stunned when they heard this, and said in surprise:

"How many of these are officials?"

"Which official?"

"What kind of nonsense is this asking, it can't be the forgetful group of Xia Guo now!"

"Hey, why did this official family get on Lao Xiaotou's boat if he didn't follow the official path?"

Old Xiao tied his head to the boat and said with a smile:
"These officials are kind-hearted. They have chartered my boat today. You can't even cross the river. It was the officials who asked to let you board the boat together. There is no fee for the boat. !"

Hearing this, the eyes of these few people lit up immediately, regardless of the fact that everyone was still lying on the riverside vomiting, they all stepped forward and bowed their hands in thanks:
"Thank you a few adults!"

"After all, it is the adults of our Dayun Kingdom, and they are different from those officials in Xia Kingdom!"

Although these good words were mostly due to the exemption of a few pennies in the shipping fee, it has to be said that most of the prestige and popular support of Xia Guochaotang had already been destroyed by the military chaos, plague and other incidents.

The young man in the lead raised his pale face at this time, looked at the crowd of people, and forced a smile:

"It's just for convenience..."

Having said that, he paused, and couldn't help but look at Old Xiao's head, and defended himself:

"Although the current appearance is unconvincing. However, the responsibility of my group and others, traveling around the country in the past, is not a pampered person! It's just that the river is rolling, the boat is bumping... vomit..."

Old Xiaotou heard the words, seeing that their appearance at this time really disrespected the manners of officials and family members, so he let the people disperse with a wink.The people braved the turbulent river to come to the other side, naturally they had something to do, and after a few more compliments, they gradually dispersed without further delay.

The officials and family members in front of them are indeed as the person said just now, they are not pampered people, but it is difficult to get used to the turbulent river.

However, after resting for a while, although his expression was still a little sluggish, it was finally not as uncomfortable as before.

The headed man squatted on the pier and said:

"If we see this Lushui today, we will know the danger. The roads for the people in the two areas along the river are not smooth. If there is no ferry like you, old boatman, I am afraid that the journey will be hundreds of miles in vain!"

The territory of Jianchang Prefecture and Jiangyang County are mostly mountain peaks and hills, and the detour will take hundreds of miles, which is absolutely true!It is because of this that the people are forced to risk crossing the river.

When Old Xiaotou heard this, he laughed a few times and said:

"I fish for a living and carry my fellow villagers on a daily basis, which is also accumulating virtue! According to the eminent monks, there is merit after death!"

Having said that, Old Xiao changed the subject again, and couldn't help but ask:
"I dare to ask the last question, you are all officials, why don't you take the official way instead of going on a boat!"

The leader stood up straight, cleared his throat, and said seriously:
"I want the old boatman to know that my Majesty, Li Bing, is trusted by His Majesty today, and I have been added as a member of the Ministry of Industry's Dushuiqing Officials, Wailang, to audit and estimate the sale of the Lushui River, and to build bridges to connect Jianchang and Jiangyang. Naturally, it is necessary to examine the hydrology and prepare for the bridge repair..."

[White training card, miraculous work in water control
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Li Bing, a famous water conservancy engineering expert in the Warring States Period.In his last years, King Zhaoxiang of Qin was the governor of Shu County. He presided over the construction of Dujiangyan at the mouth of the Minjiang River, making the land of abundance prosperous for future generations.During his term of office, he excavated dangerous beaches, dredged waterways, built many irrigation and shipping projects, as well as cable bridges, and opened salt wells.

Strength 43, Literature 80, Wisdom 85, Morality 81, Age 37, Domination 55, Politics 70, Charisma 88, Loyalty 100, Ambition 15
...]

The training card that Xiao Cheng had drawn a long time ago brought him three experts in water conservancy engineering, Li Bing, Ximen Bao, and Zheng Guo.Although the various attributes are not outstanding, but the abilities of these three people are used well, they are not necessarily worse than some top talents!

At this time, the old boatman on the boat was also taken aback when he heard this.

Although he didn't understand Yunguo's new official system, Li Bing's official position sounded very bluffing.

After realizing what he said, Lao Xiaotou was overjoyed, put down the things at hand, stepped onto the pier at once, looked at Li Bing, showing surprise, and said:

"The current emperor wants to build a bridge along the Lushui River?"

Li Bing nodded upon hearing this, and said:
"Yes, I came here following His Majesty's will!"

Now the people in the six southwestern counties are dissatisfied with Xia Guochaotang, and the hearts of the people turn to Yun Guo, who helped them.At this moment, it is time to consolidate Yun Kingdom's rule in these counties.

However, the barrier of the Lujiang River cannot make the territory of Yunguo and Jiangyang County closely connected, but it is the biggest restriction.

With a talent like Li Bing in Xiao Cheng's hands, he naturally wanted to make good use of it.Sending him to build a bridge will only make the two places more frequent, and after a long time, Jiangyang County will be able to completely become the territory of Yun Country!

"Great, this is really great!" Old Xiao said with joy on his face.

"Originally, my apprentice and I no longer planned to continue to make a living on the river, and we discussed changing our livelihood. But since I stopped taking the ferry, the villagers have to go around a hundred miles to cross the river. I really can't bear it. , This is the time to return to the old business. If the emperor can build a bridge on Lushui River, it will be much more convenient for the villagers!"

At this moment, Old Xiaotou said quite happily.

Li Bing was even more happy when he heard that, and immediately said:
"Old boatman, if I want to build a bridge, I need someone who is familiar with Lushui's hydrology. You have lived on the river for decades, so you are the best candidate. I wonder if you can help me?"

In fact, Li Bing had this intention before. After all, this old Xiaotou is already the most capable boatman on Lushui.But just thinking that Lao Xiaotou has been relying on ferry boats for a living, it would be a bit bad if he asked him to help him with his future job.

But when he heard that he only continued to ferry because he was worried that his fellow villagers would not be able to cross the river, and did not intend to make a living on it, he quickly expressed his intention to ask him for help.

Hearing the words, Old Xiaotou didn't hesitate at all, nodded decisively, and said with a smile:

"Of course it is good! The eminent monks also said that building bridges and paving roads is also a great merit!"

Hearing this, Li Bing was both happy and admired the benevolence of this veteran boatman, and immediately said:

"I came to Jianchang Mansion on business. Except for some guards sent by His Majesty, there is still no help from my subordinates. I don't know if the old boatman has a son, daughter and nephew? I can hire him as a helper, and I can also find a family background for him in the future! "

At this time Li Bing said this because he felt that the old boatman had a pure heart and wanted to support his family.

But he didn't want Lao Xiaotou to hear the words, he laughed even more, waved his hands and said:
"I used to have a stupid apprentice by my side, but because of a good relationship I formed at the beginning, now the nobleman helped me to find a future, and I became a petty official in the government. Don't worry about it!"

Who would have imagined that the man who was in such a mess by the river back then, who used his family-heirloom sword to ask him not to reveal his whereabouts, was valued by the current Emperor of Dayun Kingdom in just over a year, and he was able to lead the army to fight. Fight to become famous in the world.

This old Xiaotou is the old boatman who rescued Wu Zixu on the Lujiang River.

He let Wu Zixu board the boat and was able to get rid of the pursuers.Afterwards, Wu Zixu's family heirloom sword has been well preserved.This karmic kindness has naturally been rewarded now.

That is to say, Lao Xiaotou has his own standards in dealing with people.Under these circumstances, he didn't wantonly consume this kindness, but just asked his apprentice to enter the government and become a small official.

With the status of an official, and the protection of the kindness with Wu Zixu that has not been exhausted, it is enough to eat and drink for the rest of his life.

Li Bing looked at the old Xiaotou who smiled and said nothing in front of him, and didn't intend to go into details, so naturally he couldn't continue to ask.

But at this moment, there were some guesses in his heart.This is just a few words, obviously there is a story...
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Early spring has arrived, and outside the city, the endless fertile fields are also showing a bit of greenery.

A group of elite soldiers flying the Yunlong flag and the Anguo Xuanwu flag, fully armored and murderous, came to a manor outside the city under the leadership of several local guards.

It is said to be a manor, but it is not an exaggeration to call the building complex covering an area of ​​more than ten miles a village or a walled city!

"General, the rebellious Chu family is right in front!" An officer pointed to the black brick and black tiles in front of the manor, and said to the leading general with a flattering face.

The leading general was riding on a war horse, watching the manor in front of him from afar, with a trace of coldness flashing in his eyes, he waved his whip, and said:

"The Chu family colluded with the party and conspired against the party. The evidence of their crimes is solid. Today, under the order of the prime minister's office, all the people should be imprisoned for questioning. If anyone resists and refuses to obey, he will be killed on the spot!"

Hearing this, the soldiers immediately shook their heads and looked towards the manor ahead with killing intent in their eyes.

"attack!"

The soldiers in front of them now have a heavy task. They need to be responsible for the liquidation of the rebels in Ningping County of Anguo. Naturally, they don't want to delay.

With an order, all the soldiers rushed forward immediately.

Facing the elite cloud army that had just rushed down from the battlefield, and being caught off guard, it was naturally impossible for a manor to resist.In just a moment, the manor in front was broken.

All of a sudden, there was a sound of panic and crying in the manor.

The local guard who had been acting as a guide in the past showed a bit of a domineering appearance at this time, and rushed in behind arrogantly.

Half an hour later, the leading general rode his horse into the manor.

In the manor, there is not much blood and smoke.Only the Chu family members in the manor were pressed firmly to the ground at this moment.

Thousands of people were driven by the soldiers, trembling to the open space.

The leading general waved his hand slightly without opening his mouth, and then some soldiers brought the land deed and slave deed originally hidden in the manor.

A torch found from nowhere was suddenly thrown at these title deeds.

Amidst the anger and roar of the Chu family, several boxes of land deeds and slave deeds were destroyed by the fire in just a moment.

The leading general rode forward and shouted loudly:
"This general, under the order of His Majesty the Dayun Kingdom, and His Highness Wang An agreed, and was ordered to hand over the rebellious party."

"These rebels deceive the imperial court from above, embezzle the fat and anointing of the people from below, and their crimes are unforgivable. Therefore, His Majesty asked this general to come here for three words, fairness, fairness, and fairness!"

"Every household, come to my territory, six acres of land per person!"

The crowd gathered forcibly was silent at first, but after a while, there was a burst of loud cheers.

"Long live Your Majesty!"

"Long live the Great Cloud Kingdom..."

　Because the low-level characters have not been depicted for a long time, I somehow feel that the story is a bit fictitious, so this chapter originally planned to describe the changes after Yun Kingdom occupied the southwest from the perspective of the old boatman.

　　But it was the first time I wrote this kind of plot, and I didn't grasp it well, and the perspective changed as I wrote it.

　　Alas, I can only try to find a plot in the future...

　　
　
(End of this chapter)