Crowned the New Han Dynasty

Chapter 1021 Grain and Fields

"Learn from the screening method?" When Chen Zhi heard this, he understood the meaning in his heart, but he said deliberately, "If these refugees come, there is no way to screen them. Firstly, it is not necessary. Secondly, It’s impossible to organize so many people, and many of the refugees are illiterate at all, so how to screen them?”

"The general is asking questions knowingly and wants to test me." Sun Xiu laughed and pointed out directly, "The method of reference and screening mentioned below does not mean that everyone who migrates must be screened, but that each person who migrates must be screened. After this screening method was implemented, the pattern of reputation spread also created a scene that encouraged refugees to actively vote."

Chen Zhi was noncommittal and said casually: "From what Mr. Sun said, it seems that he is quite familiar with the impact of the screening method."

Sun Xiu had been waiting for these words for a long time. Hearing the words, he smiled, flapped his feather fan lightly, and said: "The screening method is very wonderful. It can be seen that the general has not perfected it yet, leaving a lot of room for it. Even so, But it has already demonstrated enough value and significance, attracting many children from poor families to join us, making the officials under the General's Mansion even more motivated, because they can see the road to promotion in the future."

As he spoke, he pointed to the door: "For example, Wang Gou just now. If this person were in the court, he would have no chance to get ahead. Even in Wang Jun's army, he would have no future. He might defect to the barbarians. It is a method, but it carries great risks. Not to mention the exclusion of the Han people by the Hu people, let’s just say that the situation in the grassland is changing rapidly. It is difficult to say whether it can survive tomorrow. In contrast, under the general’s command, as long as the wealth is If you are innocent and can pass the screening method, you can become an official, hold power, and show your talents. How clear!"

Sun Xiu couldn't help but feel a little excited. He couldn't be said to be from a wealthy family, so he naturally felt the same way: "Because of this, the screening method only spread a little bit, and it was smelled by scholars from poor families. Over the past few days, many people have come to seek refuge. This is to rely on the reputation effect to attract corresponding people. When faced with refugees, they can also follow suit and lure them with their reputation. This is better than robbery and more popular among the people."

Speaking of this, he couldn't help but sigh with emotion: "It's really hard for people from poor families. Once you learn a skill, you have nowhere to put it to use. All you want is a good background. It's a pity. Is there any place that can satisfy this desire?"

Chen Zhi nodded and did not mention screening and poor families. He just said: "Mr. Sun's intention is to imitate the attraction of screening methods to children from poor families, and also create some reputation to attract those refugees. Mr. Na Yi thinks Come on, what kind of reputation can attract them? In other words, what kind of systems and things need to be established to derive fame?"

Sun Xiu said without thinking: "Only food and fields!"

Chen Zhi motioned for him to continue speaking.

Sun Xiu said: "If the refugees flee their ancestral land, they will simply be unable to survive. They are looking for a way to survive, but their roots are in the land. Without land for cultivation, there will be no food production. Therefore, wherever there is food, the refugees will flee." In other words, if you want the refugees to stay, transform into good people, and organize households, you need to have land for them to cultivate. As long as they have a reputation in these two aspects, the refugees will not be afraid of the long journey, difficulties and obstacles, and I won’t be afraid of Youzhou’s name of bitter cold and come here from thousands of miles away!”

"Grain and fields, if so." Chen Zhi had had such an idea for a long time, but lacked the manpower to carry it out. Seeing that Sun Xiu had seen the problem thoroughly, the idea came to his mind, but he did not show it. Ask Sun Xiu for advice.

Sun Xiu said: "The general has already made up his mind, why bother letting me show my shame? When I came here, I heard people talk about Daijun's agricultural method. Not only did it have guidance from a wonderful book like "The Essentials of Qi Min" written by the general, , the method of fielding and fielding is more strictly implemented. What is even more amazing is the newly introduced sweet potato. Although this plant is afraid of moisture, it is easy to grow and easy to plant. Although it does not taste good, it can be swallowed and is used to relieve the refugees. The best!" "I strictly prohibit the disclosure of sweet potatoes, but I didn't expect you to know about it. You seem to be very careful." When Chen Zhi spoke, he narrowed his eyes and his tone was calm, but there was a cold and stern air. .

Even though Sun Xiu had already had words and plans, he felt a chill in his back. He secretly thought that the majesty of the general who conquered the north was even greater than that of the prince of the clan. He was indeed a hero who could conquer Youzhou and dominate the north!

This also strengthened his thoughts. Seeing Sun Xiu cupping his fists and saluting, he knelt down immediately and said in a sincere tone: "This matter is indeed a secret, because I like to decipher things, pay attention, follow the vines, and only then discovered that it should be a secret." Not to report it, but unwilling to hide it, the general is a hero who is rare to see in a century, and I am willing to serve you. After knowing the sweet potato, I have thought about the key points and the way to promote it..."

Seeing that Sun Xiu wanted to explain, Chen Zhi waved his hand and ignored it. He just asked: "The original intention of sweet potato is to expand production, but there are still defects, so we need to find a piece of land to improve and try. Now we have gained a lot, and we have leftovers." The method of hiding is that after a large number of plantings in the coming year, it will not be concealed. People around you will even come to steal it and go back to plant it. You said that you are using this thing to build a reputation and attract homeless people, but I am afraid it will not last long."

Sun Xiu was overjoyed when he heard this and knew that Chen Zhi had agreed to his request, so he immediately changed his title and said: "What my lord said is very true, so the key lies in these first few years. One year to spread the name of the virtuous, and three years to accept the refugees, you can save money." If you have enough power, you also need a farming system..."

Next, this religious figure, who was originally a counselor of chaos in history, gave a eloquent discussion and expounded his views on agricultural reform and development, which was quite insightful.

After hearing this, Chen Zhi pondered for a moment and said: "What you said is very useful, but it is a bit stingy to limit it to farming. Besides, there are many big families in Youzhou, many clans and families, and there are many tenant farmers under their command. I want them to It’s not easy to introduce new crops..."

"This is another thing I want to say," Sun Xiu smiled slightly, showing his white teeth. "First, we will use wasteland to resettle the refugees and conduct government affairs; use the refugees as government tenants, provide crops and loan cattle, and collect grain for the government." Rent, when the time is right, when the general takes action against the big families in Youzhou, he can first force the big families to open up tenant farming, just like what Daijun did, but the big families in Youzhou are different from the Daijun ethnic group, and they are as deeply rooted as the Lu family and the ancestor family. If they are unwilling to submit, they will have an excuse to carry out military affairs and family affairs, and decide them in one fell swoop. Only then can the new law be implemented without any hindrance or worries."

As soon as he said this, Chen Zhi suddenly fell silent, looked at Sun Xiu, narrowed his eyes and said: "A big family is the foundation of the place. Shi Le has occupied Jizhou. As a Jie man, he has to make concessions again and again in order to get help from the noble family. How can I go against the grain?"

Sun Xiu said: "Looking at the general's actions, he is clearly preparing, so how could he not take action?"

(End of this chapter)