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Chapter 302 Zhuge Liang: Your Majesty treats me as a national hero, how can I not serve you with my life!
Liu Xie's happiness was not fake.

Although he had met many civil and military officials since he traveled through time, including many who left their marks in history, such as Zhao Yun, Sima Yi, and Guo Jia, he was still uncontrollably excited at this moment.

Because standing before him was:
The last prime minister of the Han Dynasty in 400 years, a powerful minister who has almost no bad reviews in history, a loyal minister who has been praised for thousands of years even after his failure, a minister who is also enshrined in the Temple of Literature and the Temple of Martial Arts, the minister that all emperors dream of, the brightest star in the history of the Three Kingdoms, the one who occupies one article in the hundreds of Chinese histories - Zhuge Kongming!
"Sir, please stand up quickly!" Liu Xie suppressed his excitement, reached out his hand to help Zhuge Liang up, held on to his arm and said with a happy face: "I have heard of your great name for a long time, and now I finally get to see you. My wish has come true!"

"I have the help of the master, which is like gaining a hand!"

Upon hearing this, Jia Xu and Guo Jia turned their heads away inconspicuously so as not to let anyone see the corners of their mouths twitching.

Especially Jia Xu, he had clearly prepared a more elegant rhetoric for the emperor, but he never expected that after the emperor used it once, he would go back to his arm.

He was already counting in his mind how many arms this was of His Majesty.

When Zhuge Liang heard this for the first time, he felt flattered but also confused by the emperor's enthusiasm and excitement.

He is just a country bumpkin.

Where did this famous name come from?
However, he could also feel that the emperor's excitement was genuine and not just a superficial act.

Putting aside his doubts, Zhuge Liang looked at the hands clinging to his arms, and his heart was deeply moved.

"Your Majesty, I am not afraid of such courtesy."

Liu Xie was about to speak when Jia Xu stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty has just been in the fields and got wet in the rain. Be careful not to catch a cold. You might as well change your clothes first."

Seeing this, Guo Jia immediately cooperated with Jia Xu and said sternly: "Your Majesty, this is a loss of dignity as an emperor."

As the Chief Censor, he had the duty to correct the misbehavior of officials in front of the palace, and also the responsibility to remind the emperor of his misbehavior.

Gao Lan was already very good at reading people's expressions after being influenced by his surroundings. He said, "You may not know, but Your Majesty was in the fields outside the city inspecting the spring ploughing and encouraging the people to reclaim wasteland. He hurried back when he heard that Mr. Kong Ming had entered the palace. Hence, he was covered in mud."

As the three of them sang in unison, Sima Yi could see that the emperor valued Zhuge Liang, and his heart grew heavier.

Zhuge Liang felt a warm feeling in his heart as he looked at Liu Xie, who was covered in mud and looked a little disheveled.

The emperor treats him as a national hero, how could he not serve him with his life?
"It's just some mud and rain, no problem." Liu Xie waved his hand to reject Jia Xu's suggestion and said nonchalantly, "I'm not that weak, and there are no outsiders here, so why should I care about dignity?"

"Yuanbo, please go get me some clean shoes, socks and clothes."

As Liu Xie spoke, he took off his dirty dragon robe and shoes and socks and threw them to Gao Lan.

Gao Lan took the dragon robe, shoes and socks and left.

At this time, the ministers in the hall were greatly moved by Liu Xie's words, and they all turned their eyes to Zhuge Liang.

There are no outsiders, and this sentence is of great significance.

This is not simply because I admire Zhuge Liang.

Needless to say, Guo Jia, Jia Xu and Gao Lan were among the first group of ministers to accompany Liu Xie.
Sima Yi made many great contributions and was considered one of the emperor's confidants.

But Zhuge Liang had just arrived in Yecheng.

He is actually regarded as a confidant by the emperor!

At this time, Sima Yi felt both happy and complicated. He was happy that he was finally regarded as a confidant by the emperor, but he felt complicated because he had worked hard for a long time, but he got it as soon as Zhuge Liang came.

"His Majesty……"

Even though he knew that the emperor's move was meant to win people's hearts, Zhuge Liang's eyes still turned red.

He was just a commoner, but the emperor valued him and treated him with such courtesy. Regardless of whether it was to win people's hearts, it was a great blessing from heaven!

How many people throughout history have been able to receive such an honor?

"Everyone, please sit down."

Liu Xie waved his hand and noticed the change in Zhuge Liang's expression, so he stopped talking and said no more. If he continued, it would seem too deliberate.

There was a stove burning in the Xuanshi room, so it was not cold.

There was no coolness even when I walked barefoot on the ground.

Liu Xie walked to the main seat, asked everyone to sit down, and said, "I went out of the city today to inspect the farming conditions of the people."

"The Jian'an plow is very effective. Using it can greatly increase the speed of land reclamation, and the people all praise it."

Although the curved plow was best used in the south, he asked Zhen's craftsmen to make some changes to the topography and conditions in the north, so it was also applicable in the north.

All in all, compared to the traditional straight-beam plow, the curved-beam plow is definitely better.

Guo Jia said with emotion: "The Jian'an plow invented by your majesty is a good thing for the country and the people. With this plow, it is easier for the people to farm. This year will definitely be a bumper year."

Agriculture is the foundation of a country, and having enough food is the most important thing in the world. The curved plow can increase the speed of land reclamation, and its importance even exceeds that of the textile machine.

Liu Xie was also in a good mood and said with a smile: "I plan to mobilize all the refugees outside the city and let them cultivate good farmland and open up wasteland."

"This will not only save labor, but also allow the people to live in peace. What do you think?"

Those refugee people were indeed a burden during the winter, but now that they have survived the winter, they have become valuable labor.

If they were all allowed to cultivate fertile land, barring any major natural disasters, this year's grain output would definitely double.

"Your Majesty is wise!" Sima Yi was the first to speak. He patted the emperor's fart out of habit, and then gave his own suggestion: "I think we can distribute Jian'an plows to the people for free, and at the same time promise them that the good land they reclaim will belong to them personally."

"As long as this policy is implemented, not only the refugees, but also ordinary people will actively participate in the reclamation of wasteland."

Sima Yi's move was to mobilize the enthusiasm of the people to reclaim wasteland to the greatest extent. After all, for the people, land is everything.

All the reclaimed land belongs to individuals. You can imagine how crazy and excited the people will be when they learn about this.

Hearing this, Zhuge Liang seemed to want to say something.

But after hesitating for a long time, he still didn't say anything.

Liu Xie noticed his reaction and asked, "What do you think of this? If you have anything to say, please speak up. If it is a suitable suggestion, I will adopt it. There is no need to be shy."

The reason why he wanted to discuss this matter in public was to give Zhuge Liang a chance to perform. He also wanted to see how the 20-year-old Zhuge Liang performed compared to the 27-year-old Zhuge Liang.

Everyone turned their eyes to Zhuge Liang again.

He is just a commoner, but he can directly participate in the discussion of such important national affairs. The emperor really attaches great importance to this person.

"Reporting to Your Majesty." Zhuge Liang saluted Liu Xie with full courtesy like Kong Rong, and said in a serious tone: "The suggestion of Sima Yushi is very good, but I think it still has some shortcomings."

Sima Yi sat up straight after hearing this, looked at him with burning eyes and said, "I wonder if you have any advice for me, Excellency?"

Zhuge Liang's words aroused his competitive spirit.

Because he originally wanted to show off in front of the emperor, but Zhuge Liang said that his suggestions were insufficient, so he wanted to see what insights this countryman could come up with!
"It's not really advice, it's just some poor ideas." Zhuge Liang said modestly, "Distributing Jian'an plows for free and letting the people own the good land they reclaim will certainly greatly increase the enthusiasm of the people to reclaim wasteland, but it is not the best strategy."

"I think that in the form of leasing, the people should borrow Jian'an plows, oxen, and seeds from the court; and the way to repay them is to take a small portion of the good land they have reclaimed as official land."

"This will not only reduce the unnecessary loss caused by the free distribution of Jian'an plows, but also will not reduce the enthusiasm of the people to reclaim wasteland. At the same time, it will allow the people to cultivate the land after reclaiming it, and the court will obtain a large amount of official land..."

Zhuge Liang spoke eloquently, expressing all his thoughts, and then bowed to Liu Xie and said, "I am sorry for my humble opinion, Your Majesty."

There was silence in the Xuanshi Hall.

There was a flash of surprise in the eyes of Guo Jia and Jia Xu. After looking at each other, they both raised their evaluation of Zhuge Liang in their hearts. This man is indeed extraordinary.

Sima Yi was also shocked because the suggestion given by Zhuge Liang was more complete and more brilliant than his own!

"Who is he?"

Sima Yi stared at Zhuge Liang with his teeth clenched.

This guy who appeared out of nowhere in front of him is actually as talented as him.

"Kong Ming is absolutely right."

After listening to Zhuge Liang's advice, Liu Xie smiled and praised it.

The last trace of worry in my heart also dissipated.

He was originally worried that Zhuge Liang was too young and had not yet grown up, but now it seems that he can only say that the prime minister is the prime minister, and he is indeed strong in handling internal affairs.

If the total score of internal affairs is 100 points.

Then Zhuge Liang must be as high as two hundred!

Moreover, Zhuge Liang is only 20 years old at the moment. If he were allowed to come into contact with politics and national affairs six or seven years earlier, he might grow up to be even more terrifying than in history.

Thinking of this, Liu Xie was very excited.

After he was happy, he said to Guo Jia: "Let's implement it according to the strategy proposed by Kong Ming. This matter needs to be done as soon as possible."

"I accept your order."

Guo Jia bowed in response.

Liu Xie looked at Zhuge Liang again and said, "I am very aware of Kong Ming's talent and learning. When he first arrived in Yecheng, he was appointed as the Minister of State Affairs. In the future, he will discuss government affairs with Zhongda, Fengxiao, Wenhe and others."

Although Liu Xie knew how talented Zhuge Liang was, that was from the perspective of a historical bystander, and other people did not know.

He is the emperor now. If he just summons someone and entrusts him with a high-ranking position, not to mention the ministers in the court, I am afraid even Guo Jia and Jia Xu would have objections.

You have to eat the food one bite at a time.

Zhuge Liang still needed experience and growth, so he was given the position of Chang Shilang, which had no real power but allowed him to participate in government affairs.

Moreover, this kind of position in the inner court is different from that in the outer court. The emperor can appoint people at will and no one can interfere.

When Zhuge Liang has accumulated enough experience in the future, it will not be too late to send him to the outer court to take charge of the real power.

"My lord, thank you for your kindness!"

Zhuge Liang was greatly shocked and immediately came to the center of the Xuanshi Hall and kowtowed to Liu Xie to express his gratitude.

Chang Shilang, participate in government affairs!

This is equivalent to directly entering the core of the Han Empire. Not only can one be with the emperor all the time, but one can also put forward opinions and ideas on national affairs.

This was his dream position!

This reward was within the expectations of Guo Jia and Jia Xu, but Sima Yi did not think so. Looking at Zhuge Liang kneeling on the ground to express his gratitude, he felt very uncomfortable.

He was honored as a Chang Shi because of his advice and hard work in conquering Bingzhou, but Zhuge Liang started out as a Chang Shi and was able to discuss government affairs with him.

This means that Zhuge Liang will be more valued by the emperor in the future!

"This person will definitely become my formidable enemy!"

Sima Yi put away all his contempt for Zhuge Liang and truly regarded him as an equal opponent.

He must regain the emperor's respect and favor!

Liu Xie nodded and said, "Kong Ming, please get up. There is no need to be so formal in private. It is getting late. Do you have a place to stay?"

When this matter was mentioned, Zhuge Liang's expression froze for a moment, and he shook his head and said, "Your Majesty, I have just arrived in Yecheng, and I have no relatives here... I don't know where to stay yet."

In fact, he was born into the Zhuge family and was not a real country bumpkin. His family was quite wealthy.

But this trip to Yecheng was too hasty, and all his belongings were burned in the thatched cottage by Qingzhu, so he is now penniless.

Where to rest tonight is the problem.

Upon hearing this, Jia Xu took the initiative to say, "Your Majesty, my house is quite large and has many empty rooms, so let Kong Ming stay in my house temporarily."

"No need to bother." Liu Xie shook his head and said, "I will have someone find him a house tomorrow. He can rest in the palace today. There happens to be a bed in the side hall of the Xuanshi Palace."

When everyone heard this, they all showed shock on their faces.

Staying in the palace?!
Is this an honor that a minister who has just entered the court can have?

This is an honor that is only occasionally enjoyed by the pillars of the country throughout the dynasties!

Zhuge Liang was so frightened that he shook his head again and again: "How can this be possible? I have done nothing, how can I deserve such an honor from Your Majesty..."

Liu Xie stepped forward and patted Zhuge Liang on the shoulder, saying nonchalantly: "Don't be alarmed. Feng Xiao even slept with me before."

"It's just that he doesn't sleep well, and he snores when he sleeps. I slept with him once and I won't let him stay overnight again."

Hearing the teasing in Liu Xie's words, Guo Jia held it in for a long time before saying awkwardly, "I...have already gotten rid of my snoring habit."

Liu Xie burst into laughter when he heard this.

Seeing this harmonious scene between the monarch and his subjects, Zhuge Liang's eyes flashed with a trace of longing and deep joy.

As the saying goes, a leopard can be seen through a tube. From Liu Xie's few words, he could see the emperor's unrestrained character and the courage to make decisions with one word.

This is both a good thing and a bad thing.

But in such a chaotic world, it is undoubtedly a blessing for the Han Dynasty to have such an emperor who acts according to his heart. Such an enlightened monarch is also what he pursues.

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your grace."

Zhuge Liang did not refuse again and bowed deeply to express his gratitude.

At this time, he was completely convinced by Liu Xie.

At the same time, a strong fighting spirit was ignited in his heart - he must seize this opportunity, he must make some achievements and not let the emperor down.

In a happy atmosphere.

Sima Yi seemed a little out of place.

He felt like his back teeth were about to break, and his jealousy and envy of Zhuge Liang reached its peak!
He had never received either of the two honors: sleeping with the emperor on his side or staying in the palace.

Guo Jia is fine, he was the first minister to follow the emperor;
But Zhuge Liang was able to stay in the palace as soon as he arrived!

After much hesitation, Sima Yi said shamelessly, "Your Majesty, there are many things to do in the early spring, and we have to prepare to go south to recover the Central Plains. I, your minister, plan to stay in Xuanshi tonight to handle government affairs and share your worries."

(End of this chapter)