Chapter 178 Kill the traitor! The game between the ruler and the minister! The five kingdoms will be
Chapter 178 Killing the traitorous minister! The game between the king and his ministers! The five countries’ policy is in trouble! The whole country is excited!
Back and forth half an hour.
There was still considerable controversy in the court.
After Emperor Yongsheng and Gu Jinnian returned, the court instantly became quiet.
Everyone was also curious about what Gu Jinnian discussed with Emperor Yongsheng.
Moreover, I am also very curious, how should this matter be handled?
On the Dragon Throne.
Emperor Yongsheng spoke out.
"Pass my order."
As Emperor Yongsheng spoke, everyone looked at the emperor on the dragon throne, waiting for the imperial edict.
"This Great Summer Disaster is a trial from God. All the people of Great Xia, whether nobles, officials, or merchants, should unite as one to resist the disaster."
"Appointed Gu Jinnian as the commander-in-chief of the disaster in Daxia. He has all the power in Daxia, including the removal of officials, and the power of life and death. Seeing Gu Jinnian as if I were here in person, a disaster relief office was set up, headed by the Minister of Rites and the Minister of Household, responsible for the internal transportation of supplies.
Fully cooperate with Gu Jinnian."
"Establish a disaster response office, led by the Duke of Zhen, responsible for dispatching soldiers from the military camps in Daxia, and fully cooperate with Gu Jinnian."
"Gu Jinnian's order does not require approval. Everything is urgent. Wherever the order goes, it cannot be stopped. Anyone who violates it will be executed."
"The six ministers, the seven military camps, the prince, and the whole country must fully cooperate."
"No matter what the outcome of this incident is, I will never regret it. However, if anyone has ulterior motives and is beheaded on the spot, or if the disaster is stable and the accounts are settled later, I will never tolerate it."
Emperor Yongsheng opened his mouth and announced an imperial edict to make Gu Jinnian the commander-in-chief of this disaster relief. He was given the highest authority. He also told everyone that this important task was assigned to Gu Jinnian.
As soon as this statement came out, the expressions of all the civil and military officials in the court couldn't help but change.
To be honest, everyone didn't think Emperor Yongsheng's measures were exaggerated. They had guessed before that Emperor Yongsheng would make Gu Jinnian the commander-in-chief.
But what everyone is concerned about is not this, but how Jiangzhong County should solve the problem.
This is what everyone is most concerned about.
Unexpectedly, Emperor Yongsheng directly gave Gu Jinnian such terrifying power, the power of all life and death, and the power to depose officials. The six ministries did their best to cooperate, and all military camps were under Gu Jinnian's control.
Such power cannot be described as terrifying.
But the most important thing is how Jiangzhong County should handle it.
"His Majesty."
"May I ask how the matter in Jiangzhong County should be handled?"
An official spoke up and asked Emperor Yongsheng.
However, when he said this, Emperor Yongsheng's eyes looked slightly unkind.
"Didn't you hear what I just said?"
"Gu Jinnian will handle it entirely."
Emperor Yongsheng spoke up and gave an answer.
As soon as this was said, the civil and military officials of the entire court were completely shocked.
Although they didn't know what Gu Jinnian had done to make Emperor Yongsheng agree directly, the implication of this was that Emperor Yongsheng still chose Gu Jinnian.
Instead of choosing Li Shan.
Suddenly, some voices sounded one after another.
"His Majesty."
"I believe in your majesty's decision, and I also believe in the Marquis' talent. However, the Jiangzhong County matter involves too much. I hope your majesty can explain it to me."
"Otherwise, I will feel uneasy. This matter is related to the survival of the Great Xia Dynasty. Please forgive me for my sins."
Someone spoke, it was an official from the Ministry of Personnel.
Soon, figures one after another stood up, hoping that Emperor Yongsheng would clarify how to stabilize Jiangzhong County.
Their concerns are unfounded.
It’s also reasonable.
"I can issue a military order regarding this matter. If the difficulties in Jiangzhong County cannot be quelled, I will bear all the consequences alone. As for how to stabilize the situation, it involves the foundation of Daxia, so I can't say much."
Gu Jinnian opened his mouth, looking extremely confident and expressing his attitude at the same time.
But once you say this.
He did not get the support of his ministers.
"Master Marquis, I believe you, but this matter involves a thousand words and ten thousand words. It involves the foundation of Daxia. Please forgive me, Lord Marquis."
Someone spoke up, and the words sounded acceptable, just with a little bit of distrust.
But the rest of it doesn't sound so good.
"Master Marquis, it's not that I don't believe you. Please forgive me, Master Marquis. What I say next may be a bit harsh."
"To put this matter into perspective, the Marquis is on guard against the civil and military forces of the Manchu Dynasty. In the Marquis' mind, there are spies from other countries or people with ulterior motives among the civil and military forces of the Manchu Dynasty. I completely understand this."
"But speaking more seriously, the Marquis said that one person should bear the responsibility. If a disaster breaks out in Jiangzhong County and it really causes huge trouble, how will the Marquis bear it? Is it possible that the Marquis will kill himself to apologize?"
"What if I really kill myself to apologize? No matter how good the fate of the Marquis is, it cannot compare with the Great Xia Dynasty."
Indeed, when these words are said, many people change their expressions because they are too targeted. This is the truth, but it cannot be said like this.
Obviously, this person was instructed to speak like this.
"presumptuous."
On the dragon throne, Emperor Yongsheng slapped the dragon throne, not trying to hide the anger on his face.
When the country was in crisis, Gu Jinnian stepped forward. For this alone, Gu Jinnian was far superior to the civil and military forces of the Manchu Dynasty.
The matter in Jiangzhong County was indeed a bit tricky, he understood this, but after all, Gu Jinnian was the Marquis of Great Xia, and he had just given Gu Jinnian supreme power.
Furthermore, I have negotiated with Gu Jinnian for so long, and my willingness to agree proves that the plan is feasible. What qualifications do these people have to say anything more?
How can we not make people feel hateful when we say this kind of thing now?
"Your Majesty, please forgive me."
"I just spoke from the perspective of the Great Xia Dynasty. I know that what I said was offensive, and I also know that these words are extremely harsh."
"But what the Great Xia Dynasty is facing today is an unprecedented disaster. As His Highness King Qin said, if I can use my life to put an end to this disaster, I am willing to die immediately."
"The Marquis is brave. This is something everyone in the world knows, and I agree with it. However, the Marquis has a good plan, but he conceals it. In the final analysis, it is just to be wary of the civil and military forces of the Manchu Dynasty."
"His Majesty."
"Master Hou."
"If we have to conceal the civil and military affairs of the entire court in order to do anything in Daxia, then why should we wait? Why don't we wait in the middle of the court, wave the flag and shout in support of the marquis, and the marquis will decide this disaster on his own?"
When the other party spoke out, he still seemed upright.
Moreover, his every word is precise and every sentence makes sense.
This is really the truth. When it comes to the fundamental matters of Daxia, Gu Jinnian is wrong in hiding it.
It is possible to be on guard, but the civil and military forces of the court were all on guard. To be honest, everyone felt a little uncomfortable. His simple words did indeed make many ministers feel a little unhappy.
They had some complaints against Gu Jinnian before, thinking that the emperor doted on Gu Jinnian too much.
Now that he didn't even tell them about such a big thing, he was naturally angry.
"I agree."
"I agree with what Mr. Xu said."
"Your Majesty Xu's words are exactly what I mean."
Suddenly, twenty or thirty people came out, including some military generals. They also came out and agreed with Master Xu's words.
"Although the words are ugly, the loyal words are hard to hear. Your Majesty and ministers also agree with Sir Xu's words."
At this time, even some Confucian officials couldn't help but stand up.
Because this is the truth.
On the dragon throne, Emperor Yongsheng's eyes were neither cold nor angry, but calm.
At this juncture, he suddenly realized that something was very wrong. There was obviously something wrong with the attitude of the civil and military officials in the court.
He didn't feel it before because everyone was discussing things, and what the public said was reasonable and the mother-in-law said it was reasonable. It all sounded reasonable and very good.
But after Gu Jinnian came forward, stabilized the situation, and sorted out a solution, logically speaking, wouldn't it be over if everyone just did it?
To put it bluntly, even if Gu Jinnian's plan failed in the end, so what?
It's better than sitting still and waiting for death, right?
Obviously, someone has surfaced and dares to choose to cause trouble at this juncture. It seems that the things behind it are even bigger.
"Jin Nian."
"I have given you all the power. How to deal with it and how to solve it depends on yourself."
Knowing that something was wrong with the situation, Emperor Yongsheng calmly asked Gu Jinnian to handle it on his own.
Hearing this, the civil and military officials in the Manchu Dynasty were a little confused and didn't quite understand what Emperor Yongsheng meant.
But Gu Jinnian understood what was going on.
In an instant, Gu Jinnian looked at the other party and said calmly.
"Sir Xu, what you said is true?"
Gu Jinnian asked.
The latter said righteously.
"It's natural."
He spoke out with great vehemence.
"good."
"Here comes someone."
The next moment, Gu Jinnian shouted loudly.
At this moment, four imperial guards walked into the hall with serious expressions.
"Master Xu said that if the difficulty can be overcome, I would rather die."
"Then today, I will lend you the head on your neck for use."
"When someone comes, take off his black gauze hat, push it outside the palace, behead it in public, and then tell the people that this person has evil intentions and intends to interfere with disaster relief."
"Let Division Xuan Deng investigate this person thoroughly. If any problems are found, investigate him to the end."
When Gu Jinnian spoke up, he could tell that someone was causing trouble and delaying time.
There was more than one person, but this Master Xu danced the hardest and most joyfully.
The most hateful people in the world are those who rely on righteousness to satisfy their selfish desires.
Everything he said made sense, and there was nothing wrong with it. There was no fault in it.
Normally, even if the words were ten times worse, Gu Jinnian wouldn't think anything of it. It was reasonable to have political disagreements.
But at this time, when it comes to big matters of right and wrong, if you delay for even one second, countless people will die. Are they still here, whining and procrastinating?
Then Gu Jinnian was not used to it.
"Follow orders."
At that moment, the Royal Forest Army came forward and directly detained Mr. Xu and took off his black gauze hat.
The latter did not panic, but roared angrily.
"Gu Jinnian, you are too domineering. I am just expressing my opinion on this matter. Is it possible that such a big matter must be decided by you alone?"
"Your Majesty, I beg you to wake up. This matter involves the foundation of the country and the foundation of Daxia. If it is handled by Gu Jinnian alone, if any problem occurs, it will be a disaster and the Daxia Dynasty will be destroyed."
When the latter's voice sounded, he was extremely excited. There was no fear or panic, just anger and excitement.
However, on the dragon throne, Emperor Yongsheng ignored this person at all.
Didn't even look at it.
This kind of person deserves to die even more.
"His Majesty."
"Master Xu is only concerned and anxious. Although his words are a bit fierce, in the end he is still protecting the Great Xia Dynasty."
Someone speaks up and stands up to help and say something good.
But on the dragon throne, the voice of Emperor Yongsheng was extremely cold.
"Here comes someone."
"Take off his black gauze hat and behead him in public."
"I want to see who else wants to excuse them?"
Emperor Yongsheng spoke up. He didn't say much, but his attitude was the greatest support.
"Your Majesty, I know I was wrong. Your Majesty, I know I was wrong."
The official who helped to speak was dumbfounded for a moment. He had no idea that he would end up like this just by saying a word of help.
After Emperor Yongsheng finished speaking, no one in the courtiers dared to say more.
Even Prime Minister Li Shan remained silent at this moment.
The emperor has done this, what else do they dare to say?
If anyone dares to disobey Gu Jinnian now, he will definitely be unlucky, even if the prime minister comes, it will be useless.
"Treacherous minister!"
"Gu Jinnian, you are my traitorous minister in Great Xia."
"You are a foolish king, you are a foolish king, Yongsheng. You are a foolish king. Your loyal words are harsh to your ears, you favor treacherous ministers, and you are relatives of the royal family. You have messed up our court and ruined our country. Even if I die today, I will still criticize you two."
"Especially you, Gu Jinnian. Although you are talented, you don't use it for the right path. You are ruthless and reckless. You have created many enemies for our Great Xia Dynasty. You support the eunuchs and suppress the courtiers. You are simply the most treacherous official in my Great Xia Dynasty.
"
"Today, I will use my Confucianism to extinguish my vitality to show that all the Confucian scholars in the world, as a noble sect, will redress my injustice."
Xu Jing, who was dragged out of the hall, roared angrily at this moment. He had no way out and cursed Gu Jinnian and Emperor Yongsheng.
After saying this, Xu Jing cut off his heart and died with his awe-inspiring righteousness.
This method cannot be stopped.
Xu Jing's words spread into the hall, causing everyone to fall silent.
Gu Jinnian's face was calm, and he had no reaction at all to this kind of insult.
Just on the dragon throne.
The voice of Emperor Yongsheng sounded.
"Come here and conduct a thorough investigation of Xu Jing. If no abnormalities are found, the three tribes will be distributed to the border areas. If any abnormality is found, the three Xu Jing tribes will be razed to the ground. If there is any collusion with the enemy, the nine tribes will be razed."
Emperor Yongsheng's voice sounded.
Very indifferent, but just such a sentence made the civil and military officials in the court become even more silent.
Distributed to the frontiers, razed three tribes, and killed nine tribes.
This is almost the greatest power of an emperor, and it is also the worst fate for a person.
Basically, in a dynasty, not many people from the Nine Clans could be implicated. Even if they were involved in corruption or bribery, they would not be punished like this. Confiscating their homes and sending them to the frontiers were already serious crimes.
But this Xu Jing did not do anything bad. Before he died, he would try to trick the nine tribes.
He thinks he is righteous, but what he doesn't know is that this kind of person is the most stupid and hateful person.
When you step into the court, you are not alone.
It's a group of people behind him.
After hearing Emperor Yongsheng's order, Gu Jinnian felt a little upset in his heart, but the waves eventually calmed down.
Not long after, the person who spoke out for Xu Jing was also beheaded in public.
In the main hall, there was completely no sound.
In extraordinary times, extraordinary measures are used.
Gu Jinnian knew that the execution of Xu Jing would inevitably cause some controversy. If Jiangzhong County did not make a decision, there would be some infamy.
But these are not the things that Gu Jinnian has to deal with right now. Solving the disaster is the only way to go.
"Officials obey orders."
With the deterrence measures over, Gu Jinnian did not waste any time.
"Please give me your instructions, Lord Marquis."
The next moment, all the officials raised their hands and bowed to Gu Jinnian.
"The disaster of the Great Xia, the policies of the six countries were determined."
"The Ministry of War immediately controlled the soldiers and stabilized the country. The Daxia Dynasty entered the war stage. A curfew was implemented throughout the country. People were not allowed to leave the government unless transporting grain, grass, oil, salt and other necessities."
"The princes will lead troops to guard the borders. The four major borders will be strictly guarded. Always pay attention to the movements of the Huns. If any abnormalities are found, give a strong warning. If the Huns insist on going their own way, the prince will decide to fight."
Gu Jinnian spoke up, this was the first order.
If civil strife breaks out in Daxia, King Ning will be in crisis, but the Xiongnu Kingdom will also be a huge hidden danger. Three hundred thousand Xiongnu troops died in a tragic incident, and the Xiongnu Kingdom will naturally not forget it.
The Fuluo Dynasty should not dare to offend, after all, the Fuluo Dynasty does not have the capital to declare war with Daxia.
As for the Great Jin Dynasty, with the presence of the Zhongzhou Dynasty, the Great Jin Dynasty does need to weigh one or two. After all, Daxia is really in civil strife. The Great Jin Dynasty, the Fuluo Dynasty, and the Xiongnu Kingdom will join forces.
It may not be possible to crush the Great Xia Dynasty. At worst, we will not provide disaster relief, and we will just waste it on you. It is undoubtedly a wishful thinking to occupy the whole territory of the Great Xia Dynasty.
Moreover, in such a catastrophic time, the people at the top and bottom are united. To put it harshly, the worst case scenario is that the fish will die and the net will be broken.
Naturally, the Jin Dynasty did not want to be held back. If it dared to start a war, it had to be prepared to kill the enemy and destroy the net. It would kill a thousand enemies and suffer eight hundred losses for itself. The Central Continent Dynasty would enjoy the benefits of the fishermen.
Therefore, the biggest hidden danger is that the Xiongnu Kingdom may not necessarily be under the instruction of the Fuluo Dynasty and the Dajin Dynasty. It is very likely that the Xiongnu Kingdom will invade on its own.
When there were twelve cities on the border, the Huns were the ones who made their own decisions, but after the Jin Dynasty and Fuluo Dynasty found out, they chose to remain silent.
After the Xiongnu conquered the twelve cities, they began to act like a good old man and jumped out to value peace.
If it happened once, it will definitely happen a second time.
"Respectfully obey the order of the Marquis."
The Minister of the Ministry of War spoke up and took the order.
"The Ministry of Punishment shall strictly control all illegal activities in Daxia, control public opinion, post notices, and imprison those who make random comments about the disaster. Those who cause panic will be sentenced to serious crimes. If any abnormality is found, they will be beheaded and displayed to the public.
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Gu Jinnian issued the second national policy for disaster relief. In this extraordinary period, it is inevitable to control speech. This does not mean that everyone is not allowed to speak, but that he is afraid that people with malicious intentions will spread rumors and cause trouble.
Spreading rumors will only cost you a lot of time if you refute them, and this is ancient times. Basically, the information that people can obtain can only be obtained through official documents, such as official newspapers, etc. There are some, but the illiteracy rate among Daxia people is as high as 60%.
This is because Daxia respected Confucianism and Taoism. The illiteracy rate in the Xiongnu Kingdom was as high as 90%. The illiteracy rate in the Jin Dynasty was almost 75%. The Fuluo Dynasty was a little better, about 50%. After all, the Fuluo Dynasty had few people.
"Respectfully obey the order of the Marquis."
The Minister of Punishment also accepted the order.
"The Ministry of Civil Affairs strictly controls the crime of official laziness, and sets up twelve inspectors to go to various disasters, investigate secretly, and collect the behavior of officials in various places. If any official is lazy and lazy, he will be skinned and stuffed with straw, cut into pieces with thousands of knives, and quartered by five horses."
"The Ministry of Civil Affairs will notify all officials this time that if they can stabilize the disaster situation, all their achievements will be recorded in a volume. As long as they can save the people and solve the disaster situation, they can go to the capital to receive rewards. Those who have meritorious service will be awarded titles and promotions, regardless of rank.
Officials from non-disaster areas can also initiate fund-raising trips, provide disaster relief assistance, and receive rewards."
This is the third national policy.
He must increase the enthusiasm of the officials. The court is not afraid. If the prince and others enter the court, these officials will inevitably work hard to fight for power.
But the situation is different for officials in various places. The sky is high and the emperor is far away. In a disaster-stricken place, if you don't harm the victims, it's not bad to be honest. As for rescuing the disaster-stricken areas wholeheartedly, how many of them can do it?
Therefore, Gu Jinnian used the most direct and simple method. Under the heavy reward, there must be a brave man.
As a general principle, officials should act for the people and should not care about rewards. But this is only a general principle. After all, people have desires, and if they have desires, they should satisfy their desires.
Again, the main thing is to solve the disaster, and other things will be discussed later.
This is also one of the cores of mind science.
The unity of knowledge and action, knowing what to do, just do it around the core, regardless of the impact of doing so, solve the problem, deal with the problem, make meritorious deeds, and put the rest aside.
To put it simply, be decisive in doing things, and a man should not be constrained by small details.
"Take orders."
The Minister of the Ministry of Personnel paused slightly, but he still accepted the order. The reason for his pause was not as important as other issues, but because what Gu Jinnian promised now, the court would not be able to provide in the future.
However, he also understood in his heart that if he did not improve the enthusiasm of officials, Daxia would be destroyed. The future affairs would be discussed later. After stabilization, it would probably drag on for ten or twenty years.
"Go to the Ministry of Works to build dragon boats and treasure ships, recruit craftsmen, and use all the stored spiritual crystals in Daxia to devote themselves to disaster relief at all costs."
This is the fourth national policy, but Gu Jinnian said it very simply and casually.
After everyone heard this, they didn't think anything. The Ministry of Industry's building of dragon boats and treasure ships was not the main point. The main point was to use all the spiritual crystals in Daxia. This was somewhat inappropriate, but when they thought of Xu Jing's fate, no one dared to mention it.
But in fact, Wang Qixin, Minister of Industry, and Emperor Yongsheng understood what Gu Jinnian meant.
Take advantage of this opportunity to build a dragon boat and treasure ship, so that you won't have to worry about suspicion from other countries.
There were not many treasure ships and dragon boats built by the Ministry of Industry in the past. This was not a technical issue, nor a craftsman issue, nor was the cost issue the biggest obstacle. The biggest obstacle was actually the suspicion of other countries.
After all, why did you suddenly build so many dragon boats and treasure ships?
Then spies will be sent to investigate.
After all, this kind of thing cannot be contained by paper. Sooner or later, someone will discover it and it will cause new troubles.
But things are different now. Taking advantage of this disaster, they frantically built treasure ships and dragon boats. For all countries, the Great Xia Dynasty was in a hurry and sought medical treatment, taking out all the stored spiritual crystals and consuming them.
And it makes sense. The country is about to die, so what are you going to do with the spiritual crystals?
And during the disaster, I would like to announce by the way that the Daxia Dynasty accidentally discovered several spiritual crystal mines. At this time, everyone in the world is paying attention to the disaster in Daxia. Who would pay attention to the fact that Daxia has two more spiritual crystal mines?
Normally I would be shocked, but at that time I wouldn’t pay much attention.
In this way, these dragon boats and treasure ships can be used without arousing suspicion. No one knows how much spiritual crystals are stored in Daxia, but a big country must not store too few.
It's been almost half a year.
In addition, several spiritual crystal mines have been discovered, so one year is not too much, right?
When the disaster was over, the imperial court issued an imperial edict, saying that in order to quickly restore the trade economy, dragon boats and treasure ships would be used. When countries looked at it, they would subconsciously feel that the Great Xia Dynasty was trying to break a pot and completely abandon dragon boats and treasure ships as strategic materials.
It's like taking the fire out of the cauldron.
After waiting for a year, it was discovered that the Daxia Dragon Boat Treasure Ship was still operating, and then it was announced that the Daxia Dynasty had discovered more spiritual crystal mines.
Didn’t this national destiny dragon ball just become an excuse for the Great Xia Dynasty?
After the disaster resistance is over, it is reasonable to receive rewards from heaven and earth, right?
As long as it lasts two years, countries will finally realize that something is wrong and come over quickly to investigate. This investigation process will also take half a year, right?
If you find that there is a problem, confirm that there is a problem, and then come over to discuss it, whether it is sanctions or sharing, does the negotiation process take time?
Another year has passed.
In three years, with the help of Daxia dragon boats and treasure ships, the economic size will surpass that of the Dajin Dynasty several times.
It is even possible to reach the level of the Middle-earth Dynasty.
At that time, even if the Central Continent Dynasty came to cause trouble, could the Great Xia Dynasty directly sell inferior treasure ships and dragon boats to other countries?
Are you unwilling? Then I will sell it to the Jin Dynasty and Fuluo Dynasty, both of which are members of the Donghuang family. I will sell it to them and jointly resist the Central Continent Dynasty, okay?
Is your Central Continent dynasty dissatisfied? Do you want to declare war? If the three dynasties of the Eastern Wasteland work together, you may not be able to win.
Gu Jinnian's seemingly inconspicuous decision was actually an unparalleled political means. Emperor Yongsheng really felt that his nephew was extraordinary this time.
It doesn't matter that he is both civil and military, but his political methods are so powerful. Damn, he is worthy of the blood of the Li family, fierce.
"Let's go to the Ministry of Industry to purchase large quantities of spiritual crystals from outside. We will spend a lot of money to buy them. We will do whatever it takes to ensure that trade can be resumed after the disaster is over, and the purchase approval will be left to me."
Emperor Yongsheng spoke and interjected.
As soon as he said this, Gu Jinnian couldn't help but sigh inwardly, what a good old uncle.
Purchasing spiritual crystals externally will more stabilize the operation of the Daxia Dragon Boat Treasure Ship in the later period and ensure that others will not doubt it.
And although it is said that it will be purchased with a lot of money, whether to buy it or not is not a matter of a word from Emperor Yongsheng?
Buying a little in the early stage was just a pretense, making the countries really think that the Daxia Dynasty was starting to mess up. At the same time, the countries could not find out how many spiritual crystals the Daxia Dynasty actually bought.
This method is also clever.
"I accept the decree."
Wang Qixin, the minister of the Ministry of Industry, has a very good family background and does not look weird when he speaks.
Gu Jinnian's voice continued to sound.
"Go to the Ministry of Household Affairs to raise funds for disaster relief, budget the grain and grass needed, calculate the cost, and spend it from the treasury first. If it is not enough, borrow money from major commercial banks, which can provide low interest rates, and then collect grain taxes half a year in advance to ensure the stability of the treasury."
This is the fifth policy. The treasury currently still has silver coins, but these coins are definitely not enough for disaster relief.
I can’t afford it just by buying food.
What's more, there are various places where money needs to be spent, especially the Ministry of Industry to build dragon boats and treasure ships, which is also a terrible expense.
So Gu Jinnian's idea is to borrow money from businessmen, give them low interest rates, collect grain taxes for half a year in advance, and raise various donations. Otherwise, all this talk is useless, and everyone will not feel at ease without money.
"Respectfully obey the order of the Marquis."
He Yan gave an answer, but in his heart he thought Gu Jinnian was a bit ideal.
Everything is a drop in the bucket. Jiangzhong County is not settled yet, so it is almost impossible to borrow a large amount of silver from merchants.
This is the fifth national policy.
"The Ministry of Rites drafts an edict to inform the world, inspire the people, and enhance the prestige of the country."
"Disasters in various places will be reported to the public once every seven days. The number of dead, the number of injured, and the disaster relief situation will be reported to the territory of Daxia one by one. We will exchange the aspirations of the people with sincerity."
This is the last national policy.
The disaster situation should be made public, and there should be no fraud at all. It should be as it is.
Although doing this will be used by some people with good intentions and will make the people panic, only in this way can the people truly see that Daxia is doing its best to fight the disaster.
The more something is hidden, the more likely it will be counterproductive. Taking it out openly will also tell the major forces the determination of the Daxia Dynasty.
Anyone who dares to mess around will definitely die.
"Respectfully obey the order of the Marquis."
Yang Kai spoke up and immediately agreed.
Five national policies were determined.
Gu Jinnian looked at the prince and others.
"Prince, princes, if there is nothing important, as soon as the time comes, please lead your troops to the disaster area as soon as possible. If there is any situation, you can solve it yourself. If there is something important and extremely involved, we will send a military report.
, it is up to me to decide.”
Gu Jinnian looked at the prince and others and asked them to leave early.
The sooner they go, the sooner they can start processing.
"Respectfully obey the order of the Marquis."
At this moment, the prince spoke up. He bowed to Gu Jinnian, and then looked at Emperor Yongsheng.
"Father."
"My son, please leave first and prepare your luggage."
The prince spoke out and acted very generously without any hesitation.
"good."
"Listen to me, don't embarrass me."
Emperor Yongsheng took a deep breath. His son rushed to the disaster area. It was impossible to say that there was no danger at all.
As a father, how could he not feel sorry for his offspring at all?
But when the country is in crisis, he must do this.
"My son, please retire."
The prince left, and then King Qin, King Wei, King Jin and others spoke one after another and left the hall one by one, extremely determined.
They left without saying a word.
And in the main hall
The voice of Emperor Yongsheng sounded again.
"Daxia disaster relief begins immediately."
"Except for Jinnian, everyone loves you to retire from the court."
Emperor Yongsheng spoke up, and after saying this, all the ministers shouted long live long live long live long live long live.
Then one by one they started to do things in an orderly manner.
Soon, Emperor Yongsheng and Gu Jinnian were the only two people left in the main hall.
"Jinnian, when do you plan to leave?"
After only Gu Jinnian was left in the hall, Emperor Yongsheng asked directly.
"Let the household department go to transport the grain first. My nephew plans to leave in five days."
"The matter of the dragon boat and treasure ship must be dealt with first."
Gu Jinnian said that he actually wanted to rush to Jiangzhong County as soon as possible, but the problem was that the dragon boat and treasure ship were more important.
Essential for disaster relief.
He must first carve the ancient formation before he can leave.
"It's going to be hard on you during this period."
Emperor Yongsheng stepped down from the dragon throne and patted Gu Jinnian on the shoulder.
"Those who are officials should serve the people first."
Gu Jinnian spoke calmly and did not feel it was hard.
"Well, it would be great if all officials in Daxia could be like you."
Emperor Yongsheng opened his mouth and said this.
As soon as these words came out, Gu Jinnian understood instantly.
"Uncle, something is really wrong with some people in the court today."
"Please forgive my nephew for speaking bluntly, Li Shan has a big problem."
Gu Jinnian spoke up and expressed his concerns.
"I have known for a long time that Li Shan has a problem."
"He is a minister of Jiande, I have always known that."
"Jinnian, remember, this kind of people are not scary. The enemies that surface are never scary. The scary ones are the enemies hiding under the water. I can catch them all in one fell swoop this time during the Great Xia disaster."
"As long as the disaster situation is determined, if King Ning dares to rebel, I will personally conquer King Ning, kill him, and then reorganize the court. After completing what I should do, I can go to see Taizu with peace of mind."
Emperor Yongsheng said that he had known something was wrong with Li Shan for a long time, but it would be very involved for the great Xia Prime Minister to touch him. More importantly, knowing that Li Shan had a problem would not be scary.
He just wanted to see if those people were of the same mind as Li Shan.
It is naturally better for the emperor to kill a prime minister or a group of officials than to kill a group of officials.
Once and for all.
"Since uncle understands, my nephew won't say more."
Gu Jinnian nodded. Li Shan, this guy, had already shown his flaws when negotiating peace. Now, under the disaster of Great Xia, Li Shan still dares to do this.
Obviously, Li Shan has completely shown off his cards, and the internal game in Daxia will also begin from this.
This is a good thing.
Determine the disaster yourself.
The interior was controlled by Emperor Yongsheng, with one monarch and one minister, stabilizing the internal and external affairs. Disasters and civil strife were determined. With this opportunity, the Great Xia Dynasty swept away all obstacles.
Soon, Gu Jinnian walked out of the hall.
"Jin Nian."
At this time, Emperor Yongsheng spoke and looked at Gu Jinnian.
Gu Jinnian turned around.
Emperor Yongsheng's eyes were gentle.
“It’s been a hard journey.”
Emperor Yongsheng opened his mouth and said this.
After hearing this, Gu Jinnian did not respond, but bowed to Emperor Yongsheng and then left.
Inside the palace.
Gu Jinnian's figure looked lonely, and the golden sun slowly rose at this moment.
Lengthening Gu Jinnian's figure.
Outside the palace, officials were also dealing with urgent political matters.
This great summer disaster.
It cannot be solved by one person, but requires everyone in the Daxia Dynasty to fight against the disaster.
Gu Jinnian went to the Ministry of Industry and left with some things.
Then he went to the back hill of Daxia Academy and started carving formations.
at this time.
Inside the Prime Minister's Mansion.
Li Shan was sitting alone in the courtyard. He made himself a pot of tea and looked calmly.
This time when Daxia was fighting against the disaster, as the prime minister of the dynasty, he had nothing to do, so he knew that he had been exposed.
But Li Shan was not panicked at all, because he had long known that Emperor Yongsheng suspected him.
Emperor Yongsheng made himself the prime minister, and he understood his purpose.
An advantage of an exposed enemy is that it can become a bait. In fact, the king and his ministers are always playing games with each other.
It's a pity that Gu Jinnian appeared.
Li Shan knew his future fate very well because of Gu Jinnian.
If Gu Jinnian had not been in Daxia, Emperor Yongsheng would not have killed him, but because of Gu Jinnian's arrival, Emperor Yongsheng had already begun to murder him.
Thinking of this, Li Shan drank a cup of tea and then spoke slowly.
"Send the message."
"Gu Jinnian has a plan to solve the problem in Jiangzhong County."
"Although I don't know what Gu Jinnian's plan is, we must take this matter seriously and tell the Da Jin Dynasty that if we want to use Da Jin Longmi as a measure, we must stop Gu Jinnian."
"Furthermore, let Prince Ning prepare to take action as soon as possible and stop being indecisive."
Li Shan spoke up and conveyed the news.
"Do you mean to prevent Gu Jinnian from being killed?"
In the darkness, a voice sounded and asked.
"madness."
"Gu Jinnian's current strength is unfathomable, and he has the luck of Buddhism and the blessing of destiny. It is simply a fool's dream to stop him."
"You just need to interfere with his disaster relief."
"The disaster in Jiangzhong County is the root of everything. If Gu Jinnian determines the disaster in Jiangzhong County, I will be at a disadvantage."
"If Gu Jinnian cannot control the difficulties in Jiangzhong County, the advantage lies with me."
"Understand?"
Li Shan's voice sounded.
Jiangzhong County is the most critical place.
The future changes of Daxia will all have huge changes due to Jiangzhong County.
It's chaos.
Still not messy.
Let’s see how Gu Jinnian handles the crisis in Jiangzhong County.
"Follow orders."
The latter made a sound and then disappeared into the darkness.
in this way.
In the blink of an eye, it's the next day.
This day.
An imperial edict was announced from the palace.
In an instant, the whole country was in an uproar.
Most people did not expect that the Great Xia Dynasty would encounter such a natural disaster for no reason.
Severe drought, earthquake, snow disaster, fire.
However, the Daxia Dynasty chose to hide the matter of flints for no other reason. After all, the seventeen flints have not landed yet, so there is no need to talk about it first.
When news of the incident spread, the whole country was in an uproar.
However, the Ministry of Rites prepared an edict and issued five edicts in succession to inform the world and set the people's minds.
Five imperial edicts were promulgated.
It has indeed stabilized the hearts of some people, but as the court suspected, rumors spread instantly, causing a lot of panic in various places, and the price of grain and rice also increased a bit.
Logically speaking, the imperial court could hold its troops back first, store grain, and then announce it to the world.
But Gu Jinnian insisted on going his own way and insisted on announcing the situation, which made the civil and military officials in the court extremely confused.
But no matter what, Gu Jinnian is the commander-in-chief of this disaster.
What he said is what everyone must do.
Noon.
The prince, the king of Qin, the king of Wei, and the king of Jin all arrived at the disaster area.
Arrive as quickly as possible.
Soon, various urgent military reports were sent towards the Great Xia Dynasty as quickly as possible.
On the second day.
Several military reports were delivered to Gu Jinnian.
Received the military report.
Gu Jinnian stopped carving the formation.
After reading all.
Gu Jinnian's brows instantly furrowed.
These four military reports all express the same meaning in one sentence.
The disaster is much more serious than imagined.
And it's getting worse.
There was an earthquake in Longxi County, causing heavy casualties and making the people panic. The prince led 300,000 troops, which was far from enough. An additional 200,000 troops were needed, plus various medicines.
The fire in Donglin County was even more terrible. The fire was almost unstoppable. The most terrifying thing was not the fire, but the volcanic ash, which affected the surrounding area for 500 miles. A large number of rain charms were needed to wash away the volcanic ash with rainwater.
Nanyue County is relatively good. The only trouble is that the operation is extremely troublesome, the rescue is particularly difficult, and a large amount of food is required.
But the most troublesome thing is Jiangzhong County.
Some people are already making trouble.
Gu Jinnian dealt with it one by one.
Then accelerate the engraving formation.
in this way.
Until the fifth day.
In these five days, Gu Jinnian stayed awake and carved ten thousand formations, and his expression was extremely haggard.
The engraving of the 10,000 ancient spirit-gathering formations has been completed.
Gu Jinnian did not take any rest, and secretly sent these engraved formation jade plates to the palace, after completing the handover with Emperor Yongsheng.
Sit on the jade chariot.
Lead one hundred thousand troops.
He took his sixth uncle Gu Ningya with him and headed straight to Jiangzhong County.
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Chapter 177, updated at 2.30 a.m. on 8/7, 2022. To read the novel, please visit the Qidian Chinese website, which supports genuine reading.