The long embankment embraces the green water, and the birds are chirping.
The northern edge of Guangchengze also has its own world.
There were a lot of worries in the court, so Wang Yan took leave and went to the south to relax.
Construction of the manor has already started, and several family members are responsible for supervising the construction.
The craftsmen from Luoyang were very skilled in craftsmanship and quick in their movements. Wang Yan nodded repeatedly when he saw them.
"The prince feels comfortable hiding here." Under the willow tree by the lake, Wang Yan said happily as he felt the green mountains and green water.
"Situ must have something important to do when he comes here." Shao Xun said with a smile.
Wang Yan shook his head and said: "There is indeed something going on, but it's not a big deal. I'm really tired of staying in Luojing. I want to go south and enjoy the mountains and rivers to refresh my mind."
Theoretically speaking, Wang Yan does not have much real power and can be very free when he wants to be lazy.
However, when he served as Minister Zuopushe, he placed many of his own people at the central and local levels and had many party members. He was also a famous person and had great influence. Therefore, although he rarely directly handled government affairs, the emperor repeatedly asked him to do so.
Q, the gang members often gather at his house, and there are still many things they can interfere with.
Of course, we must not forget that he is the Lieutenant Commander of the Northern Army and the nominal commander-in-chief of the Forbidden Army. In this day and age, this position is very crucial.
"It must be no small matter that can upset Situ."
"It's nothing more than money and food."
After saying this, Wang Yan briefly explained.
Wang Mi's entry into the imperial capital ultimately had a certain negative impact, namely the loss of central authority.
Some states and counties simply used the excuse of local unrest and the inability to collect taxes to reduce the amount of money and grain sent to Beijing, but the court had no good solution.
To be honest, in an era when local farmers were disappearing rapidly, the imperial court relied on the favor of the gentry to collect taxes.
Whatever the nobles are willing to give is that amount. Even if the imperial court sets a target, there are many things that cannot be accomplished.
Does the emperor hate Wang Yan? That is inevitable.
But he couldn't touch Wang Yan. If he did, he wouldn't be able to collect much money or food.
There are only two things Lao Wang, a paper-pasting craftsman, is doing now: one is to use his influence to make the governor, governor, prime minister and even local nobles pay taxes - more or less, you don't want the court to really
Downfall, right?
The second is to use the official position to make deals with local nobles, but in the end they are actually asked to provide money and people.
If this job were to be done by another person, in today's world where the authority of the imperial court is gradually declining, Wang Yan may not be able to do it as well as Wang Yan.
Lao Wall Lamp's other abilities may be mediocre, but his eloquence and his ability to build relationships and sell his face are even better.
The imperial court's fiscal revenue has been greatly affected this year.
No, the Luoyang Chinese Army's battle-damaged personnel were not recruited. Instead, each battalion was asked to tear down the east wall to repair the west wall, and transferred personnel internally to improve the establishment, and overall the number of personnel was reduced.
The Seven Guards Army, which originally had more than 54,000 infantry and cavalry, now has about 47,000 people left: the left and right guards have more than 15,000 each, the left army has nearly 10,000 people, the right army still has 5,000, and the Xiaoqi Army has
Two thousand.
The Yamen Army under Shao Xun's command originally had 5,200 people, but now it only has 5,000. The shortage of 200 people should not be filled at all. There is really no money.
In other words, the Luoyang Central Army now only has more than 52,000 people, and it is indeed difficult to live in peace after hearing that the money and food rations will be reduced.
"Wang Mi just came here and was defeated quickly." After hearing this, Shao Xun said: "If the Huns come to besiege Luoyang again, won't the life of the court be even more difficult?"
"Who says it's not?" Wang Yan sighed and looked at his own manor under construction.
An impulse surged in Old Wall Lamp's heart. Is there any need to protect the imperial court? He was tired of arguing with people every day.
Instead of doing that, it is better to buy more things for yourself as soon as possible and take a step further.
"Situ..." Shao Xun didn't know what Wang Yan was thinking, but a sense of crisis arose in his heart and he quickly said: "The matter has not yet reached the point of being out of control, so don't lose heart."
Unexpectedly, when Wang Yan heard this, his face became even more sad, and he said, "If you don't become a householder, you don't know how expensive firewood and rice are. I'm so exhausted both mentally and physically that I've wanted to give up my job several times."
"What difficulties does Situ have? Anyone who can help me will definitely help." Shao Xun immediately encouraged Wang Yan.
"Now there is a difficult problem..."
"Situ, why don't you tell me."
"The Taifu has moved to Puyang." Wang Yan said.
Shao Xun nodded. He also received the news. Yu Liang told him, and the source of Yu Liang's information was probably Yu Min, the servant.
"We will move to Xingyang soon." Wang Yan continued.
Shao Xun didn't know this news, so he asked: "Why are they moved here and there? Isn't it troublesome for the shogunate to move?"
"The Grand Tutor wants to personally direct the war against the Xiongnu. Xingyang is close and is more convenient." Wang Yan said.
grass!
Shao Xun didn't know how to complain, Master, are you confused?
"Do you really want to fight?" he asked.
"We really have to fight." Wang Yan said without hesitation: "The Xiongnu captured Pingyang and the two counties in Hedong. The court must have some response, right? It doesn't hurt to tell you the specific deployment-"
"General Pei Xian, the governor of Yuzhou, led an army of 20,000 people to the north of Baima to assist the three counties of Ji, Dunqiu and Wei."
Pei Xian is the son of Pei Kai and can be regarded as one of the representatives of Pei Zhongjian's area. He is completely different from the descendants of Pei Zheng and Pei Zhen.
"Wang Kan led a section of the imperial army to station in Eastern Yan."
Wang Kan was born in Shouzhang, Dongping. His father, Wang Lie, had a good relationship with Ji Kang.
After Wang Kan became an official, he was promoted to Shangshu Zuopushe and is now a chariot and cavalry general. He and Chenliu Ruanzhan (son of Ruan Xian, the Seven Sages of the Bamboo Forest) are cousins ​​and the son-in-law of Xu Yun, the leader of Cao Weizhong.
He led his army to station in Dongyan, with the same purpose as Pei Xian, and was on guard against Liu Han's peripheral miscellaneous men Wang Mi and Shi Le.
"Cao Wu led his army to garrison Dayang to prepare for Puzi."
Pingbei General Cao Wu was a descendant of the previous dynasty clan.
Dayang was in Hedong County, obviously to guard against the main force of the Huns.
After hearing this, Shao Xun felt confused and asked: "Who sent the three armies of Situ, Pei Xian, Wang Kan and Cao Wu?"
"This road to Pei Yuzhou was pointed out by Taifu and approved by the emperor." Wang Yan said: "Wang Kan, Cao Wu is old and has not led an army for a long time, but he is the general appointed by the emperor."
Fuck!
Is this a case of digging out a few old men from the trash heap and letting them lead the army to confront Sima Yue tit for tat?
It is difficult for Shao Xun to evaluate the character of Emperor Sima Chi.
You can fight, but don't use it as a grudge against military and state affairs. If something happens, it will be the court itself that will suffer the loss.
"What is the imperial court's strategy for using troops?" Shao Xun asked.
"You have to ask the Grand Tutor." Wang Yan chuckled and said: "The prince is using troops to attack everyone, maybe he can get a glimpse of it?"
Shao Xun shook his head, he really didn't know.
The strength and fighting power of the various groups are unknown.
The tactical objectives of the various groups are unknown.
The strategic direction of the commander of the army was unknown.
He even doubted that Sima Yue had no strategic goals at all and was just fighting randomly?
Or maybe there is a strategic goal, but it is unreliable and the execution process is distorted?
He is not the roundworm in Sima Yue's belly, he doesn't know.
But he felt that this idea of ​​using troops was not quite right.
"The Forbidden Army will also go on an expedition this time." Wang Yan said suddenly: "I have thought about it and found that there are really few people. Your Majesty..."
Shao Xun suddenly felt like he had been cheated.
He looked at Wang Yan and his eyes widened.
Wang Yan also looked at him with a smile.
After a while, Shao Xun felt relieved, laughed, and said: "Once I say something, it's hard to chase it back. I keep my word, Situ, don't worry."
As the Earthbound Spirit of Luoyang, helping Luoyang is helping yourself, and it doesn't matter if you think about it.
The growing power of the Xiongnu is not a good thing for him. It is better to curb it and delay its rise than to do nothing.
Moreover, the rear is now relatively stable, so there is no need to worry about going on an expedition.
Alternatively, it would also be good to take the opportunity to ask for a batch of military consumables to replenish the inventory, and then ask for some money and food rewards for the soldiers.
Seeing Shao Xun agreeing so happily, Wang Yan was quite satisfied in his heart.
Marquis Lu Yang is indeed domineering, but he really takes care of things.
In fact, the Emperor and the Grand Tutor also unanimously named him, so Lu Yanghou couldn't escape at all.
It's just that very few people know about this matter. Wang Yan didn't say anything because he wanted to see Shao Xun's attitude in advance.
The result pleased him.
Some people just want to get the benefits and don't want to pay the price.
Some people don't want to chew hard bones, but just want to eat meat.
Some people just want others to die, so they hide behind and take advantage.
No matter how valuable these three types of people are and how difficult it is to deal with, Wang Yan does not want to cooperate with them.
People who are not responsible will not be reliable at critical moments.
"When will we send out troops?" Shao Xun asked.
"No later than mid-September."
"After four months of rest, we have to go to war again. Doesn't Situ feel that the national affairs are becoming more and more critical and the wars are becoming more and more frequent?"
Wang Yan did not answer the question, but only asked: "Whatever you need, just ask me for it. I will assign you to Pei Yuzhou's account to avoid further constraints."
"Okay." You can't be polite at this time, so Shao Xun agreed.
"Is there anything else that I need to come forward for?" Wang Yan asked again.
"No more." Shao Xun said: "Situ Dan can just keep an eye on the sowing of winter wheat. This is a major event and should not be taken lightly. The survival of the people next year will depend on this. The water hammers in my house are open for the people to grind flour without charge.
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After Wang Yan heard this, no matter how thick-skinned or selfish he was, he couldn't help but feel a little moved.
Looking at Shao Xun's serious face, he even felt a little ashamed of himself for a moment - but it was only for a moment.
"What you did is really shameful to many people." Wang Yan sighed.
Shao Xun laughed and said: "I am a soldier, and I have been promoted to a higher position. From now on, I will be well-dressed, well-fed, and enjoy all kinds of stunning beauties. If I don't do something for the people, how can I feel at ease?"
Wang Yan didn't know what to say for a while.
Chapter completed!