The Three Kingdoms of Farming and War began with the incorporation of the Baiyue

Jin Zhe traveled thousands of miles to the Northwest and was stunned by the scene before him.

Unlike the cold Northeast, this place is very desolate.

The geological features are very interesting.

He found Zhang's family in Jiuquan County, which was both a railway hub and the starting point of the Silk Road.

Jin Zhe's strategy of coming here this time is to vigorously develop the Northwest through the development of the Silk Road.

Although Jin Lin had started doing this a long time ago, there was no effect. Therefore, Jin Zhe wanted to start with the local big families.

There was a reason why Jin Zhe found the Zhang family as his first stop. The Zhang family had run Jiuquan County in the past and were very familiar with the surrounding area.

So Jin Zhe went to visit the head of the Zhang family and said, "Head of the Zhang family, I have heard that your family has a very high prestige in Jiuquan County and your understanding of this land is unmatched. The purpose of my trip is to restart and prosper the Silk Road and bring new vitality to this ancient land. Although Senior Jin Lin has taken a step ahead, the results are still insufficient. I firmly believe that only by combining the strength and wisdom of the locals can this great cause be accomplished."

Upon hearing this, the head of the Zhang family had a flash of surprise in his eyes, but then he regained his composure and said slowly, "Mr. Jin, you are too serious. Although the Zhang family has lived here for generations, we are well aware that times have changed and the past glory is hard to come by. However, if the Silk Road can be revived, it will undoubtedly be a blessing for Jiuquan County and even the entire Northwest. However, this matter is of great importance and requires careful planning."

Seeing this, Jin Zhe had a plan in mind and continued, "Master Zhang is right. That's why I came here to seek advice. I plan to first repair the ancient road and restore traffic. Secondly, relying on the influence of local prominent families such as the Zhang family, we will attract merchants to come and promote trade. Thirdly, we will develop agriculture and handicrafts to provide a solid material foundation for the Silk Road. Of course, all this is inseparable from the support and cooperation of local forces such as the Zhang family."

After hearing this, the head of the Zhang family nodded slightly, as if he was moved by Jin Zhe's sincerity and plan, and said: "Since Mr. Jin has such great ambitions, the Zhang family will certainly help him. However, this matter still needs to be discussed with several other big families and a joint decision made. Tomorrow, I will call the heads of each family to discuss the plan together. What do you think?"

Jin Zhe was overjoyed when he heard this, and immediately bowed his hands to express his gratitude: "That's great. With Patriarch Zhang taking the lead, this matter will surely be twice as effective with half the effort. Jin Zhe would like to thank you in advance and wait for good news."

After that, the two sides exchanged views on the specific details. It was not until nightfall that Jin Zhe said goodbye to the head of the Zhang family, his heart full of longing and expectation for the future. He knew that although this step was small, it might be the key to opening a new chapter in the Northwest.

After leaving the Zhang family mansion, Jin Zhe did not return to his residence directly, but strolled on the dimly lit streets, with a lot of thoughts in his mind. He recalled the conversation with the head of the Zhang family, and every detail seemed to contain infinite power, pushing him forward. The ancient city in the northwest at night, although not as prosperous as the Central Plains, has its own flavor. The quaint streets and mottled city walls are silently telling the history and changes here.

Jin Zhe knew that to realize his ambition, the power of the Zhang family alone was far from enough. He had to unite more forces to form an unstoppable trend. He thought about how to convince other big families to see the broad prospects of developing the northwest and promoting the prosperity of commerce and trade, as well as the huge benefits behind it. After all, in this era of interests first, only common interests can unite people.

On the way home, Jin Zhe's mind kept on thinking about the future: trade routes extending in all directions, goods in abundance, people living and working in peace and contentment, and a prosperous scene. He believed that as long as everyone worked together, this dream was not out of reach.

After returning to his residence, Jin Zhe immediately ordered his men to prepare the materials needed for the meeting with the major families tomorrow. He wanted to ensure that every detail was perfect so that everyone who heard his plan would be deeply moved. In the dead of night, he was still busy under the lamp. His persistence and belief in the future, like the brightest star in the night sky, guided him in the direction of his progress.

The next morning, the sun shone through the window lattice onto Jin Zhe's desk covered with plan drawings, adding a bit of warmth and hope to this busy day. He walked into the conference hall in a neatly dressed and energetic manner, facing the representatives of major families, his eyes flashing with determination and confidence. Jin Zhe did not have a lengthy opening speech, but went straight to the point, using vivid and powerful language to describe the blueprint in his mind - a vision that can unite people closely and create a brilliant future through joint cooperation and resource sharing.

He elaborated in detail how to optimize trade routes and promote commodity circulation, which can not only enhance economic vitality, but also drive employment and improve people's livelihood; at the same time, he proposed to establish a fair and reasonable benefit distribution mechanism to ensure that every family involved can benefit from it and achieve a win-win situation. Jin Zhe's words were full of sincerity and wisdom, which made everyone present feel unprecedented encouragement and expectation.

At the end of the meeting, although it was late, the hall was filled with an unprecedented warm atmosphere. Representatives of major families expressed their willingness to work together to achieve this grand goal. Jin Zhe knew that this was only the first step of a long journey, but he also firmly believed that as long as everyone had a common goal and worked together, there would be no difficulties that could not be overcome and no distance that could not be reached.

In the following days, Jin Zhe led the team to shuttle between various families, coordinate resources, resolve differences, and turn dreams into reality step by step. And the power that can bring people together is also best interpreted and demonstrated in this process.

The first month of the third year of Kaiyuan.

This is the ninth Spring Festival that Jin Zhe has spent outside, and he seems to have gradually adapted to this wandering life.

He is already twenty-three years old this year and has not yet married.

Unlike the eldest prince Jin Lin, Jin Zhe has received a lot of help from the Xie family of Yangzhou over the years. He was supposed to marry a daughter of the Xie family to consolidate the relationship between the two sides.

However, this matter was quickly stopped by his father, Emperor Jin Mao, for a simple reason. In his father's eyes, he had finally ended the influence of the nobles, so how could he train another group? Jin Zhe didn't understand these things. He only knew that if he wanted to complete the task better and surpass his elder brother Jin Lin, he could only rely on the power of the nobles.

Even his advisers such as Hua Xin thought so.

On this day, Jin Zhe discussed with Hua Xin the plan to set up a border city in Jiuquan.

“Your Highness, Jiuquan is located in a fortress, connecting the Western Regions and the Central Plains. If we can set up a border market there, it will not only promote the prosperity of trade, but also strengthen our dynasty’s control over the border. At the same time, it will attract merchants from all walks of life and indirectly weaken the power of those aristocratic families who secretly support the enemy country.” Hua Xin held a feather fan in his hand, his eyes sparkling, and his words revealed extraordinary strategy.

Jin Zhe nodded in agreement, with a gleam in his eyes: "Mr. Hua is right. If this plan succeeds, it will not only enhance the country's strength, but also let my father see my ability to govern the country, rather than just relying on the support of the nobles. However, how to balance the interests of all parties in the process and ensure the smooth implementation of the plan will require more of your attention."

"Your Highness, rest assured. I will do my best. However, setting up a border market is no trivial matter. It requires careful planning and careful step-by-step planning. First, we need to obtain the support of important officials in the court, especially the cooperation of the Ministry of War and the Ministry of Revenue. Secondly, we need to select loyal, reliable and capable officials to manage the city to prevent corruption. Thirdly, we need to establish good diplomatic relations with countries in the Western Regions to ensure that trade routes are unimpeded." Hua Xin analyzed clearly.

After hearing this, Jin Zhe's mind suddenly became clear. He stood up, walked to the window, and looked at the bustling city outside the window. A sense of pride surged in his heart: "Mr. Hua, if you and I work together, we will surely bring new life to the border of the Great Jin Dynasty and let the world see that I, Jin Zhe, do not have to rely on the gentry to succeed!"

Hua Xin smiled slightly, cupped his hands and said: "Your Highness is ambitious, Hua is willing to serve you and go through the difficult times together."

So, the two continued to discuss the details in depth, from market planning to tax policies, to security guarantees, striving for perfection in every link, vowing to write a glorious chapter in the border city of Jiuquan, which would be an important step for Jin Zhe to emerge in the court.

As the discussion deepened, Jin Zhe's eyes became more determined. He proposed: "We should not only work hard on material construction, but also pay attention to the will of the people. Establish institutions, encourage farming, and let the people see tangible benefits. Only in this way can we truly stabilize the border and attract more talents to gather here."

Hua Xin nodded in agreement and added: "Your Highness is right. Education is the foundation of a prosperous country, and farming is the foundation of people's livelihood. We can learn from the advanced farming technology of the Central Plains, and at the same time introduce a teaching system that emphasizes both Confucian classics and practical skills, so as to cultivate talents for governing the country and enrich the people."

The two also discussed how to attract merchants and promote trade circulation. They planned to make Jiuquan Border City a place where merchants would gather by reducing or exempting some tariffs and establishing a fair trading platform, thereby driving economic prosperity in the entire region.

When talking about security, Jin Zhe frowned and said after thinking for a moment: "In a border area, safety is the most important thing. In addition to strengthening military deployment, we also need to establish an effective intelligence network to ensure that we are fully aware of the surrounding movements. At the same time, we can recruit local warriors to form a loyal and reliable patrol team to maintain law and order and protect the peace of the people."

Hua Xin heard this, and a hint of approval flashed in his eyes. He knew that if these measures could be successfully implemented, they would not only win the hearts of the people for Jin Zhe, but also gain him more say in the court in the future. So, he bowed again, with a bit of respect in his tone: "Your Highness has thought deeply, and I admire you. I would like to use this plan as a cornerstone to build a brilliant future for Jiuquan Border City."

Outside the window, the afterglow of the setting sun shines on the busy market. Jin Zhe and Hua Xin cast long shadows on the window frame, as if foreshadowing that they are about to embark on a new journey full of challenges and hope.

Jin Zhe smiled slightly, his eyes flashing with infinite longing for the future. "Mr. Hua, you are too kind. The real glory requires the joint efforts of you, me and all my colleagues to achieve. In my opinion, in addition to strengthening patrols, we also need to develop the economy and improve people's livelihood. Jiuquan is located in the border, but it is also an important node on the Silk Road. If we can make full use of its geographical location and promote trade, it will not only enhance the self-sufficiency of the border city, but also attract merchants from all over the world, making Jiuquan a prosperous place."

Hua Xin nodded in agreement and added: "Your Highness is right. Economic development and public security stability complement each other. Perhaps, we can also consider introducing some advanced farming techniques and handicrafts to improve the living standards of local people, while encouraging innovation and injecting more vitality into Jiuquan Border City. In addition, cultural education cannot be neglected. Only by enlightening the people can we achieve long-term development."

As the two talked, night fell quietly. Under the stars, Jiuquan Border City gradually immersed in a quiet and peaceful atmosphere. Jin Zhe and Hua Xin smiled at each other, their hearts full of firm belief in the future. They knew that there might be thorns on this road, but as long as there is light in their hearts, the road under their feet will not be dark. With wisdom and courage, they will work together to write a new chapter for Jiuquan Border City, so that this ancient land will glow with unprecedented vitality and brilliance.

As the night deepened, the occasional distant barking of dogs and the mumbling of children on both sides of the streets and alleys added a bit of life to this quiet night. Jin Zhe and Hua Xin strolled on the stone road, and every step they took seemed to be stepping on the veins of history, feeling the unique rhythm and rhythm of this ancient city. They began to conceive a series of specific reform measures: from building water conservancy projects and improving farmland irrigation systems to establishing workshops and promoting the prosperity and development of handicrafts and commerce; from establishing schools and popularizing education to encouraging cultural exchanges and introducing advanced foreign knowledge and technology. Each plan contains their deep expectations and beautiful vision for the future of Jiuquan Border City.

They know that the road to reform is long and difficult, but as long as they persevere and advance in small steps, they will eventually be able to rejuvenate this land. They plan how to inspire the enthusiasm of the people, so that everyone can become the master of promoting urban development and jointly weave a brilliant dream belonging to Jiuquan Border City.

On such a night, the two not only had a vision for the future, but also a heavy sense of responsibility. They decided not only to make the economy of Jiuquan Bianshi prosperous, but also to inherit and carry forward the cultural heritage here, making it a bridge connecting the past and the future, so that future generations can also find a sense of belonging and pride in this land.

So, they continued to move forward, and under the shining of the stars, their backs gradually lengthened, as if foreshadowing the broad prospects and infinite possibilities that Jiuquan Bianshi will soon usher in. They believed that as long as there is love in their hearts and light in their eyes, the future of Jiuquan Bianshi will be even more brilliant.

Jin Zhe's great vision was gradually realized, and his sense of accomplishment became deeper and deeper.

He seemed to have foreseen the future, returning to Luoyang, ascending the throne, and then the whole world would change for his ideal. (End of this chapter)