Became a feudal lord in the late Northern Song Dynasty

Chapter 283 White Fish
Several hours passed in a flash.

The dozen or so craftsmen in the pitiful army did not dare to stop for a moment. Han Shizhong pointed at them and kept asking them to make the swords look old and sharp.

In the past, this kind of demand that both wanted and wanted would have caused the craftsmen to curse, but now the Party A who keeps changing the requirements is the military commander. Who dares to say anything, so we have to bite the bullet and change according to his requirements.

The blade of the sword should be simple, showing a kind of refinement in its simplicity, and it should also look worn, but still sharp when used.

This damn requirement is no less difficult than making a colorful black.

It was difficult for Han Shizhong to do it, and it was also difficult for Gao Feng to do it.

There are a lot of big fish in the Yellow River, and most of the fishermen recruited here have lived on the banks of the Yellow River for generations, so they are good at catching fish in the water.

But if they were limited to catching a big fish within an hour, it would not be difficult for everyone. Finally, everyone recommended a dozen of the most experienced senior fishermen. Gao Feng had people dispatch warships and send the senior fishermen directly to the middle of the river to catch them. fish.

"In one hour, the person who catches the biggest fish will be rewarded with five hundred guans!"

Hearing this, the muttering fishermen immediately beamed with joy and hurriedly thought of ways to catch fish.

Liu Ling shook his head.

but the corresponding
"During the Song Dynasty, there was a shortage of food and soldiers. Whenever there was a war, local officials at all levels either had to go up or send people to ask the court for instructions, otherwise they would not be able to direct and mobilize manpower, or they would simply not be able to move."

The boat swayed, and when the aroma of fish soup wafted over, Liu Ling felt nauseated. He waved his hand slightly to take away the food and asked, "Why haven't you reached the shore yet?"

"Perhaps the wind direction has changed and the undercurrent is strong."

In the past, Wei Wu exhausted all his troops in Hebei and failed to defeat Liu Sun; the Wei people in the north gathered all their armored cavalry and powerful soldiers and failed to go south of the Yangtze River; but during the Sui dynasty, they were able to destroy Chen with their troops from the northern Central Plains, and all the troops were defeated. To conquer the world, this is the right time, right place, and right people. "

Ma Kuo sat opposite Liu Ling. He was not affected by the boat. He took a good sip of fish soup and said with a smile: "Your Majesty and the generals in the army are mostly from the North. Even the soldiers who were originally from the Song Army are all from the north." Soldiers from Shaanxi and Lianghe areas.

"I will not imitate the Song people."

"The Sui Dynasty was no more than a second generation."

This measure was strongly recommended by Emperor Taizong of the Song Dynasty when he was in power.

"But there have been eight generations of officials in the Song Dynasty," Ma Kuo replied: "The current situation of the Han Dynasty is like a burning fire cooking oil. It is a sign of extreme prosperity, but when you reach the top, you actually start to go down."

Liu Ling frowned slightly. He could vaguely guess what Ma Kuo wanted to say, but he really needed someone by his side to continue admonishing him, so he nodded and motioned for Ma Kuo to continue.

Many policies of the Song Dynasty actually effectively suppressed the possibility of martial men revolting the country, especially the local measures to assign official positions such as Xuanfu Envoy and Lufu Envoy, etc., which directly disintegrated local power, even if local officials wanted to There is nothing to be done about causing chaos.

"At the end of the Tang Dynasty, feudal vassals and towns were fighting each other and attacking, warriors were rampant, and chaos was the norm. All of them in your majesty's hands were powerful and elite. Now it is indeed the best way for your majesty to lead them to conquer in person, but it is also because Your Majesty is now in the prime of spring and autumn
But the great Han Dynasty must be passed down to future generations, these proud soldiers and brave generals."

There is no denying that these measures are effective.

The sky is approaching evening, and the setting sun is gradually setting. The afterglow dyes the water surface golden and sparkles. Occasionally, you can see a fish slipping across the water surface and bringing up a bubble.

The local organization in the Song Dynasty was extremely poor. Even those who dared to temporarily mobilize manpower from various places would most likely be criticized by Taiwanese admonishers afterwards.

Liu Ling replied: "If you use this method to govern the country, the country will die sooner or later."

"The warriors will cause chaos in the country." "If future generations fail to live up to expectations, it is common for dynasties to change and the country to rise and fall." Liu Ling shook his head, "I only care about my generation, how can I care about future generations?"

"Your Majesty is willing to do so."

"The success or failure of the country I conquered with my own hands is up to me, as well as the gains and losses." Liu Ling stood up. He had already seen the blurry scene on the shore. He pressed his hands on the railing with a smile on his face.

Ma Kuo said something right. Liu Ling was used to the life in the north. Even if he went south to Yongxing Military Road and rode horses for several days in a row, he could bear it. But just sitting on the boat for one day would not be enough. In fact, the days are like years.

There were many boats on the shore, with vague figures on them. The sun was setting on the horizon, and the mist was gradually rising on the shore. At this time, the ships were finally about to arrive at the ferry. A small boat was immediately sent to the shore. After a while, a man The military envoy boarded the ship to pay a visit.

"My lord, pay homage to Your Majesty, long live, long live, long live!"

Liu Ling was originally puzzled that the news spread so quickly, but when he looked up and saw a dragon banner hanging above the ship he was on, he immediately understood.

The generals under his command are not fools either. They can know some information even if they are just looking for clues, and they can guess the whole story in just a few clicks.

"Are both Han Shizhong and Gao Feng here?"

"Your Majesty, the commander-in-chief and Gao Dutong are all waiting on the shore!"

At this moment, someone boarded the boat again from the stern. Qu Duan then walked up to Liu Ling with a fisherman with a smile on his face, and then bowed to the latter.

"I congratulate Your Majesty. Congratulations to Your Majesty. You are so happy to have a big white fish. It is a good omen for the King of Zhou!"

"Why hasn't the fish been delivered yet?"

Gao Feng stood on the shore and craned his neck to search desperately for the fishing boat, but the sky was already dark, and only the sound of wind and waves could be heard by the river, and he could only see the fleet of the King of Han approaching the shore.

To be honest, he was a little panicked now. After all, there was such a big noise in the afternoon. Han Shizhong had a "Red Sky Sword" at least, but Gao Feng might have to go to see His Majesty empty-handed.

"Where's your fish?"

Han Shizhong came to Gao Feng excitedly. The two had already agreed to hide a sword in the belly of the fish, and then...
When the fish was presented, the cook opened the belly of the fish, and His Majesty was delighted with the sword of the former Emperor Gaozu, and everyone was very happy.

"Where's the fish?"

"No one has come back, I still want to ask what should I do?"

Han Shizhong frowned and stared at the water for a moment. Seeing that the fleet was almost docked, he had to pull Gao Feng and said a few words in his ear. Gao Feng then nodded with a sad face.

On the boat, Liu Ling had already changed into a black uniform and was sitting in the cabin talking to the fisherman. When the fisherman said that he went to the river to catch fish at night on the order of General Gao, Liu Ling suddenly frowned and rubbed the finger in his hand. , nodded slightly and said: "Thank you for your hard work, husband. When you get off the boat, I will reward you with five hundred coins. Go home and live a good life."

"I thank you, Your Majesty, and the Emperor! Long live, long live, long live!"

The old fisherman was overjoyed and thanked him again and again.

After he left, how could Liu Ling not guess what the two guys on the shore were thinking about? After a moment, his eyes darkened.

"Nonsense."

(End of this chapter)