Kowloon wins

Chapter 282 Intrigue ([-])

Time is like running water, and it is mid-September in a blink of an eye, but Hongqing’s busyness still shows no signs of abating. Every day, it is always busy from sunrise to dusk, and there is little time for respite. Yes, because the government affairs of a government are really complicated, not to mention that the current autumn harvest needs to be watched closely, and not to mention that the salt transportation will send a pile of official documents from the other side of the yamen from time to time, but it is about to come The arrangements for the slack season also need to be prepared in advance. Hong Qing, who does not want to miss this opportunity to experience, puts all her energy into doing everything with her heart. The excitement of masochism.

Bitterness is bitterness, but Hongqing herself enjoys it, not for anything else, just because such a good opportunity to practice on her own is really too rare, if she misses this time, if she wants to wait until the next time, then But I don’t know if it’s the year of the monkey or the month of the horse. For this reason, Hongqing has devoted herself to her official duties. The results are naturally notable. Not only are the harvests in summer and autumn very good, but the taxes receivable are basically the same. It has been collected, and everything on the other side of the salt road is advancing according to the pace Hongqing pre-planned. What makes Hongqing feel more fulfilled is that the dispute between the two Huaihe people and merchants for water has not been resolved after several dynasties. There are already eyebrows, and the dawn of a solution is just around the corner.

The Yanhe River, the lifeline of salt affairs in the Huaihe River and Huaihe River, is a place where water must be cut off for the government and salt merchants. It is inevitable to build embankments to ensure that the river has enough water, but the problem is the surrounding farmland. Water is also needed, not only for irrigation, but also for flood drainage. In this way, the contradiction between farmers and merchants becomes particularly acute. This is also a headache, but I still can't find a solution that benefits both sides. I can only rely on violence to suppress the peasants' resistance. What are the consequences? Not to mention the great grievances of the people, just every year when there is more rain The Lianghuai area must have been flooded and suffered huge losses. The previous magistrates of Yangzhou have been troubled by this matter. Shang built a grass embankment to protect the Yanhe River. For this reason, Hongqing made a special trip to the Yanhe River several times. In order to find a cure.

Chen Hainan learned from his father, and has been immersed in water control for many years. Although his current official position is not high, his ability to control water is no longer inferior to his father. He has only been in Yangzhou for a few months, and he has found a safe place. The solution is the rolling dam. If the Salt River is to be navigable, the water level must not be lower than one foot three, but if it is higher than this water level, it will be a waste. However, in order to ensure the navigation, the salt merchants are Regardless of the actual situation, the six tributaries on both sides of the Yanhe River were blocked with grass dams, so that the water level of the Yanhe River was usually around two feet. The dispute is here. For this reason, after several explorations, Chen Hainan proposed the concept of rolling dams, that is, each tributary can be built with stone dams, and the height is based on [-] feet. Once the water level is [-] feet higher, It will flow out along the rolling dam. In this way, it can not only ensure the water supply of the Salt River, but also ensure the needs of farmers for irrigation and drainage. It can be said to be the best of both worlds. We went, but there was countless work to do, whether it was mobilizing people or setting a construction schedule, it was a cumbersome thing. Since the autumn harvest, Hongqing has been busy with this matter for half a month. No, it was already dark, and Hong Qing was still discussing some details with Chen Hainan in the study.

"Report to my little prince, Lord Ji is here."

Just when Hong Qing and Chen Hainan were discussing Zhengzhi, they saw Li Minxing strode out from behind the screen, hurried to Hong Qing's side, and lowered his voice to report.

"Well, call it a day."

Hong Qing knew the reason for Ji Huaijin's visit, and without any hesitation, Hong Qing announced it directly.

"Little prince, I will take my leave first, and I will allow the officials to recalculate all the data before reporting it."

Chen Hainan's water control ability and experience may be slightly inferior to his father's, but he is obviously much better than his father when it comes to being an official. In the meeting with Ji Huaijin, before Hong Qing could say anything, he got up and said goodbye.

"Well, then I will trouble Mrs. Chen. Ben Baylor will discuss with you in detail the next morning. Be sure to finalize the embankment plan as soon as possible, so as not to delay the construction schedule."

Seeing that Chen Hainan was so knowledgeable and interesting, Hong Qing took a higher look at him in her heart, but she didn't say anything to praise him, she just gave him a warm instruction.

"Yes, the next official should do his best."

Chen Hainan respectfully accepted the promise, and after saluting, he hurriedly exited the study and went to arrange the recalculation data without mentioning it.

"The next official kowtows to the imperial envoy."

Not long after Chen Hainan left, Ji Huaijin came in from the outside accompanied by Li Minxing. When she saw Hong Qing sitting behind the copywriter, she dared not lose her manners, so she rushed to the front and bowed politely. There are too many visits.

"Forget it, Lord Ji, please get up."

Hong Qing has been busy all day today, and at this moment, she is inevitably a little tired. Although she is in good spirits, her voice is full of tiredness.

"Xie Qin sent Sir Long En, I have received a secret report from General Fang. Then Chen Biao will make a big move in the evening. The specific private salt trafficked is not yet sure. However, judging from the amount of salt Liu Banu has received recently, If it is not under 20 catties, in view of this, the next official suggests closing the net here."

Ji Huaijin was obviously very excited, and just after thanking her, she impatiently offered some suggestions.

"Master Ji, don't worry, just sit down and agree, come and serve tea!"

Although Hongqing has been busy with local affairs these days, even the salt transportation envoy seldom goes to the yamen, but it does not mean that Hongqing is indifferent to the salt affairs. In fact, it is the opposite. As for the news reported by Ji Huaijin, Hongqing has already learned about it from different channels, even more detailed than what Ji Huaijin knew. The relevant preparations were made only for the sake of confidentiality, and they were not disclosed to Ji Huaijin. Seeing that Ji Huaijin was so nervous at this moment, Hong Qing couldn't help laughing.

"Master Imperial Envoy, it's not too late. If those thieves get their hands, I'm afraid it will take a long time. If so, the hard work of the past few months will be in vain."

Ji Huaijin was very impatient, he was not in the mood to taste tea, as soon as the guards of the royal palace who were waiting to serve tea had left, he was extremely anxious to speak out again.

"Well, what does Lord Ji plan to do?"

Although she had a strategy in mind, Hong Qing didn't intend to reveal it, she just nodded indifferently and asked a casual question.

"Returning to the imperial envoy, in the past half month, Chen Biao has tested General Fang in many ways. He has played several times with falsehoods, but he has never found a flaw in General Fang. Now, the thieves, the other general should be The trust has increased, and since this is the case, the subordinate officials thought it would be wrong to let General Fang take the thief, and everyone would get all the stolen goods on the spot."

On the one hand, Ji Huaijin is eager to make contributions, and on the other hand, she also wants to give Fang Wansheng, an old friend, a chance to stand out, so she praises Fang Wansheng in words.

"Well, Ben Baylor can trust General Fang's loyalty, but his subordinates have a lot of hidden points of the other side. Once General Fang reveals his flaws, he may be in danger of scaring the snake. We must guard against it. Ben Baylor has already made other arrangements for this matter, and Lord Ji just needs to inform General Fang to let him follow the previous practice, which is considered a great achievement. As for other matters, Ben Baylor has his own arrangements, and Lord Ji can just rest assured. gone."

Regarding Ji Huaijin's suggestion, Hong Qing clearly expressed his disapproval, not because he doubted Fang Wansheng's loyalty and ability, but because he didn't trust the Yan Xun Battalion and even the green battalions in Yangzhou and Huai'an. They have been entrenched in Yangzhou for many years, and they are rich and powerful. I don’t know how many officers and soldiers around Yangzhou have been dragged into the water by him. There is not much left, and I really can't stand the delay. I have to do my best to ensure the success of this mission. Because of this, Hongqing doesn't intend to reveal the whole plan, even Ji Huaijin is now Hongqing's loyalty What my subordinates are afraid of is the leakage of news.

"This..., that's fine, then I'll arrange it right away."

Seeing Hongqing's strict tone, Ji Huaijin didn't dare to ask more questions. After obviously hesitating for a while, she gritted her teeth and agreed.

"Well, Master Ji also passed on Ben Baylor's message, telling General Fang to be careful not to let the wind leak. If this matter comes true, Ben Baylor will definitely not let his great achievements go. Go."

In Hong Qing's plan, Fang Wansheng, who guards the first pass, is a key point, which must not be neglected in the slightest. For this reason, Hong Qing had to give a few more words of advice.

"Yes, the officer knows how to do it."

Hearing Hong Qing's words were so cautious, Ji Huaijin didn't dare to be careless in the slightest, so she respectfully responded, and left immediately.

"Come on!"

After Ji Huaijin left, Hong Qing didn't move a little. After sitting silently behind the copy for a while, she raised her voice and let out a drink.

"The end is here."

Hearing the sound, Li Minxing, who had already been waiting outside the study, didn't dare to delay a bit, hurriedly strode into the room, bowed, and promised loudly.

"Minxing, you go to Xiba yourself, and make sure that everything will be safe in the future."

Hong Qing frowned and thought for a while, and then gave an order with a solemn expression.

"twitter!"

Although Hong Qing didn't specify what the mission was, Li Minxing understood it immediately, and he didn't ask too many questions, so he hurriedly agreed, left the study in a hurry, and went to arrange related matters without mentioning it.

(End of this chapter)