The prisoners were sent to Guangchengze at the end of September and were organized on the spot into the First Battalion of the Bingzhou Tuntian Army.
Severe droughts occurred in spring and summer, and Guangchengze was unable to farm, so the campers were gathered together to dredge ditches and expand Pichi.
Two or three small lakes in the northeast of Caiguanpi were connected to form a large reservoir, which can irrigate more than 3,000 hectares of farmland. It suddenly surpassed Shaogongpi and became the largest lake in Guangchengze.
The fields next to the lake have been cleared, about 1,200 hectares, and have just been planted. They will then be handed over to Bingzhou prisoners to take care of.
"The Duke of Luyang County won another battle..." More than ten people were strolling on the long embankment by the lake.
Walking in the front were two women.
The person on the left is petite and has a big belly. From time to time, he reaches out to touch her, with endless tenderness between his brows.
It can be seen that this is probably her first child, and it is very precious. Even before it is born, she has poured endless maternal love into it.
The other person is a little older, has a graceful and noble demeanor, and has the calmness and self-restraint common to those in power. She is obviously used to giving orders and does not allow anyone to disobey her will.
She looked at the pregnant woman with very complicated eyes, one part regretful, two parts disapproving, and seven parts envious.
As you get older, you may still be able to take risks, but...
In short, it is impossible to have children of my own in this life.
"Has the princess seen Shao Lang?" the pregnant woman asked softly.
"I've seen him once or twice." The person who spoke was the Princess of Xiangcheng, Sima Xiuyi. She only heard her say: "The Duke of Luyang County has been to the Wang Family Courtyard and has seen her from a distance."
Not only did I meet him, but I also found that he kept peeking at Song Yi, and that's what happened next.
"how?"
Sima Mao smiled and didn't answer. No matter how bad it was, how could Wang Dun be so bad?
"Xunniang, how did you follow the Luyang County Duke?" Simimao asked curiously.
The large circle on the northern edge of Guangchengze is like a "high-end residential area."
Taiwei, princesses, princes, uncles, ministers, etc. all found land to build houses here, and some even built a manor, raising servants and generals, managing a large group of villagers, and cultivating land.
Princess Xiangcheng's villa is the largest among them, with a total area of ​​more than 300 hectares.
When expanding Pichi, she asked Cheng Yuantan to take part in the work with his family soldiers and villagers, and contributed a lot of effort, on the condition that water could be used to irrigate their own fields after the completion.
"The troubled times have come. I am a woman, and if I don't have a man to protect me, I am nothing more than fish on the chopping board." Lu Xun said naturally: "When the war is in chaos, I will either be betrayed by my generals, or kidnapped by outsiders. Or I will be kidnapped by outsiders.
If I die quietly, there may not be anyone to avenge me. In this case, it is better to find a man to rely on."
Simiao Yao didn't know what to say for a moment.
She recalled the scene when she accompanied Wang Dun to Qingzhou for his appointment.
After Wang Dun escaped, if she had not made a decisive decision and agreed to betroth the maid to the guard sergeant and divide the property equally, God knows what would have happened.
maybe……
Thinking of this, I suddenly felt panicked in my heart.
Things that have always been taken for granted may no longer be taken for granted when troubled times come?
Her eyes accidentally fell on Lu Xun's bulging belly.
The husband escaped. If his son had been with him at the time, the situation would not have been so dangerous.
Lu Xun has a man to rely on and will have children in the future. She will no longer have to worry about anything in her life.
"I received a letter from Lang Jun yesterday and he agreed." Lu Xun said suddenly.
"Huh? What do you agree to?" Simiao Mao was a little surprised to hear such nonsense.
"Lang Jun said that the princess of this pool has contributed a lot." Lu Xun looked at Simimao Bao, his eyes a little complicated: "He recalled the old time when he met the princess in the other courtyard. At that time, he didn't know she was the princess, but he knew that the princess Zhuang Jingsuyong, It is so magnificent that it makes people feel ashamed of themselves. It is also as if they are receiving pure energy from the spiritual source. It is so beautiful that it cannot be compared to anything else, so I dare not look at it more."
Sima Mao was a little surprised and even a little embarrassed.
She seemed to have just finished her quarrel with Wang Dun and was sitting by the pond sulking.
When Shao Xun passed by, she turned her head and glanced, then continued to look at the pond.
Did he also think I was too serious or even harsh? But he was really angry at the time...
"Mr. Lang said that this pond can be called 'Princess Pi'." Mrs. Lu lowered her head, gently caressed her belly, and said in a muffled voice: "Princess can send some soldiers to help control the new captives. Lang Jun said No troops will be sent. In exchange, the fields in the princess's courtyard can be cultivated by the soldiers, without the princess having to send any troops."
Sima Maoyao didn't pay attention to the last sentence at all. When he heard the three words "Princess Pei", his mind became confused.
Lu Xun glanced at Sima Xiuqiu secretly, and sighed inwardly: Why does Mr. Lang please these women one after another?
"Is Mr. Lu Yang still in Yiyang?" Sima Xiuyi came back to his senses and asked casually.
After many autumn rains, the water in the pond has gradually risen.
Her eyes fell on the rippling blue lake, feeling much more intimate.
For the first time, she felt that this Pichi was so beautiful and the scenery was so wonderful.
It is still late autumn, and if we wait until the turn of spring and summer, Gongzhupi will definitely become a scenic spot in Guangchengze.
"Yes. The Huns are going south, and Lang Jun can't leave." Lu sighed and said.
Sima Mao was stunned for a moment and said: "Luo Jing's rumor is that the Huns will not come this year. Is it false?"
"I believe Lang Jun." Lu said seriously: "He is fighting, but those people in Luoyang are not fighting."
Sima Xiu was speechless.
"Will Luoyang be destroyed?" she asked.
Lu shook her head.
Sima Maoyuan's mood became even more complicated.
If the city of Luoyang is defeated, will the Xiongnu follow the trend and come to Guangchengze? No one can guarantee it.
She felt that it was time to go back to Luoyang and enter the palace to meet the emperor and empress.
The senior officials in the court and Situ's staff seemed to be unreliable. Wouldn't it be unfair if they were caught off guard by the Huns?
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On the second day of October, Luoyang was peaceful and even a little joyful.
When Sima Maobao entered the city, he was quite surprised and a little uncomfortable.
Yes, Guangchengze has beautiful mountains and clear waters and pleasant scenery, but it is too desolate and has nothing.
It may feel fresh at first, but as time goes by, it becomes boring.
Of course, she has gradually become accustomed to this kind of boredom, maybe she is really old...
After entering the palace, the emperor met with Sima Xiuyi in Zhaoyang Palace.
As soon as the two met, they felt a little sad.
"Sister, I haven't walked around the palace for a long time." Emperor Sima Chi said.
Sima Maoyao stared at the emperor's slightly haggard face, his eyes were red, and he sighed: "Your Majesty also knows about the affairs of my sister's family, and it is really impossible to tell outsiders. Now that I live in Guangcheng Villa, I am much more lazy. "
The emperor sighed.
The two brothers and sisters have found themselves in such an unpleasant situation. What can they do?
After a long time, Sima Chi was the first to break the silence: "Sister, where did you hear that the Huns wanted to invade Luoyang?"
Sima Maoyuan hesitated for a moment and said, "I learned about it from the family members of the Luyang County government."
"Oh?" Sima Chi was a little surprised.
Why did Ajie get involved with Shao Xun? Could it be...
But I think it’s impossible.
Although his sister had a bad temper and was even a bit unruly and willful when she was young, she had never been seen treating a man other than her husband in a pretentious manner.
She probably just made good friends with Shao Xun's wives and heard some news.
"Will Liu Xuanming come?" Sima Chi said this with a hint of reminiscence.
At that time, Liu Cong traveled to Luoyang, Yueguang, and Zhang Hua all thought highly of him, so he became famous in the capital.
Later, Wang Ji of Taiyuan brought him to visit.
At that time, he was still the king of Yuzhang, so he asked two people to compose Yuefu songs.
Liu Cong wrote "Ode to Shengde", which is actually quite good and has quite a solid foundation.
Before leaving, I also gave Liu Congzhe bow and Yinyan as gifts.
Overall, he had a very good impression of Liu Cong. But Liu Xuanming actually wanted to be the vanguard and lead the army to attack Luoyang. It was really a trick of fate.
"Among Liu Yuanhai's disciples, only the fourth son, Liu Congshan, will lead the army. He will definitely come." Sima Mao said.
"Why is sister so sure?" Sima Chi looked into her sister's eyes and asked.
"Your Majesty, don't doubt what the concubine Lu of Luyang County has said. It is absolutely true." Sima Xiu said anxiously.
For such a big event, wouldn't it be better to believe that it exists than to believe that it doesn't exist? Why does the emperor look so indifferent?
"Sister, between you and the Duke of Luyang County..." Sima Chi hesitated for a moment, unable to ask.
Sima Mao shook his head and said seriously: "Your Majesty is a great gentleman, why do you talk like a woman?"
Sima Chi smiled sarcastically.
This sister is the only one who dares to criticize the emperor to his face. Judging from her calm look, she probably has nothing to do with Shao Xun.
That's fine too.
At least she knew Shao Xun's family members, and it was always good to have a channel to communicate with them.
"Sister, don't be angry." Sima Chi said quickly: "I have actually heard about what I just mentioned. But in this situation, the military and political affairs are all in the hands of Donghai, and there is really nothing we can do."
"Can't your Majesty send a decree?" Sima Xiuyi said in surprise: "The King of Donghai also doesn't want Luoyang to suffer. On this occasion, we may work together."
There was nothing wrong with what Princess Xiangcheng said, but Sima Chi didn't like to hear it.
He hesitated for a while, then suddenly asked: "If I write a decree, can my sister take it out for me?"
Sima Maoyao was subconsciously excited.
Words such as secret edict and clothing edict came into her mind instantly. She didn't want to get involved in this matter and shook her head resolutely.
"How about you tell me something?" Sima Chi's words were a bit humble.
Sima Mao said nothing.
"Sister, please help me pass the message." Sima Chi saw that she didn't say goodbye and left. He knew there was something going on, so he secretly said that it was Sister A who was much more reliable than outsiders, so he said, "I was misunderstood by traitors in the past. Many people in Yang County have prejudices, but now they realize it."
Sima Maobao waited for a long time and saw nothing, and asked in confusion: "That's all?"
"That's all." Sima Chi smiled and said, "Sister, just send the message, Shao Qing will understand."
Sima Mao nodded slightly, and then asked: "The Huns invaded..."
"Sister, I don't know something." Sima Chi explained: "A few days ago, Pei Zhongyu from Hedong entered the court and stated the matter. The Taiwei, Situ, and Pushe all knew about it, but I don't know what they will do. .”
This is a bit pitiful to say.
The majestic emperor was raised like a caged bird and could not decide anything. No wonder he was not very interested in the Xiongnu invasion.
Simiao Mao sighed and silently stood up to say goodbye.
After Princess Xiangcheng left, Sima Chi's face suddenly darkened.
Shao Xun is really powerful, even my sister can be controlled by him.
However, for now, this isn't a bad thing.
Ajie is the wife of Wang Dun, the governor of Yangzhou, and the sister-in-law of Taiwei Wang Yan. She has a special status.
If she enters the palace, she will not arouse any suspicion, and she is a very suitable candidate to carry the message.
For the time being, let’s talk to Shao Xunxu about it.
They may not be unable to cooperate in dealing with Sima Yue. As for what will happen after the cooperation is completed, we will talk about it later.
Chapter completed!