Chenliu County is only a few dozen miles away from Bianjing City. It is located in the plains of eastern Henan and the upper reaches of the Yellow River Flood Area. Needless to say, the land is fertile and the water conservancy conditions within the territory are also very developed. It is perfect for experiments on improving rice.
However, what Jianchuan values is not only that, but also because it is backed by a large river and the terrain is flat. With only a few repairs and a few villages, tens of thousands of acres of land washed by river sand can be circled and isolated from the world for military training.
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Now, Qi Yinzhang's memorial about the military reform of humble status has been almost written. Jian Chuan was very satisfied after reading it. It only takes a few days to complete the details, and Jian Chuan firmly believes that although there will be twists and turns at this time,
However, under the current general background, it is certain that it can be accomplished, so naturally, preparations must be made in advance. The place where the army will be trained is Chenliu County.
Therefore, County Magistrate Chenliu must be one of our own. There is no doubt about this. Anyone who dares to rob him will be beaten.
On the second day, Jian Chuan and Li Gefei, accompanied by Fang Yan, inspected the 30,000 acres of new land that had been newly transferred and organized.
In front of us is a large field with no weeds. The Huiji River meanders through it, and the dark land shows its fertility.
I have to say that Fang Yan did this very beautifully.
Therefore, Li Gefei sincerely praised: "It is really rare for Brother Fang to achieve such perfect results in just a few days. When I return to Beijing, I must go up to the table to ask for credit for Brother Fang."
Hearing this, although Fang Yan tried his best to be patient and spoke modestly, he still couldn't help but look happy. However, when he looked at Jian Chuan, he found that Jian Chuan's brows were slightly wrinkled and asked, "Do you have any dissatisfaction, Mr. Jian? Anyway, let's talk about it.
Officials should try their best to rectify it."
He seemed to be dissatisfied with what he said, but with Jianchuan's current position of power, there was no need to care about his attitude, so he asked bluntly: "The acres here are all of the best quality. If I expected it to be right,
There should be no such good acres of land in Chenliu County, so I wonder how Mr. Fang compensates the people?"
Fang Yan had already prepared a draft, and when he heard the words, he said bluntly: "Without him, the acres of land exchanged would be barren land and would have to be reclaimed, and the government would be responsible for solving the problems for the people before the first wave of grain production.
of food and clothing.”
Hearing this, even Li Gefei realized that something was wrong, so he asked hesitantly: "By doing this, the people will unnecessarily suffer a lot of losses. I'm afraid it will be very difficult in the future."
This statement is naturally reasonable, and Fang Yan also knows it. However, he does not show the slightest trace of guilt, but says: "For the sake of the world, there must be choices. Could it be that my dear brother has a better way?"
"This, this..." Li Gefei was immediately speechless and could only look at Jian Chuan with a troubled expression.
In just a few words, the good impression I had on Fang Yan yesterday was completely dissipated. I have already seen that once the person in front of me gets involved in official matters, he will immediately abandon his modest appearance and become selfless and fearless. Such a person
People never feel that they are wrong.
It is true that Jian Chuan cannot say that he is wrong. She is implementing a national policy and she is executing it very well and perfectly. Who can say that she is wrong.
Of course, it was true that Jian Chuan didn't like this person, but he could only snort coldly, stop pestering him, and directly ordered: "Among the people who left, each household chooses a man to come and raise seedlings, and the court will distribute them."
Salary.”
This move was what Jian Chuan had planned last night. Now that things have come to this, he can only make some compensation with this.
Unexpectedly, Fang Yan actually retorted: "This is inappropriate. Now that spring plowing is around the corner, these tenants are not enough to work day and night. How can they come here to raise seedlings? Moreover, the official document from the court only requires Chenliu County to allocate acres of land, and there are no other requirements. Therefore,
For the seedling raising, please ask your Excellency to transfer people from other places."
Hearing this, not only Li Gefei was stunned, but Jian Chuan was also stunned. He never expected that this person would dare to reject Jian Chuan's order in person. It should be noted that although Jian Chuan's current actual position is still only a fifth-grade doctor, there is another person.
As for the title of third-grade doctor, Fang Yan is just a sixth-grade county magistrate, but he has such courage.
Just like this, Jian Chuan was so angry that he laughed and said coldly: "So, Mr. Fang requires me to return to Beijing to ask for orders before he can obey his orders?"
Fang Yan couldn't help but said: "Of course, if the imperial court has a decree, all subordinate officials will obey it."
Jian Chuan really couldn't figure out who gave him such courage, so he said no more, waved his hand and ordered: "Okay, this is the decree, I won't go back to Beijing to invite you personally.
, you go."
Hearing this, Li Gefei was suddenly shocked, knowing that Jian Chuan was really angry. But at this moment, Fang Yan said: "There is no official document from the imperial court asking this official to return to Beijing, so I can't comply with the order."
It’s over, Brother Fang, do you really not know or are you pretending not to know? This person in front of you is the Six Gates Envoy. He has always worked as an imperial emissary. Others have no regard for the rules and regulations of the imperial court, but this person in front of you has no regard for them.
I don't care. If you stand up to him like this, you are asking for your own death.
Sure enough, before Li Gefei had figured out how to smooth things over, Jian Chuan waved his hand and ordered: "Come here, capture him, escort him to Beijing, and inform the officials at the same time that before the new magistrate takes office, I will act as the deputy for Chenliu County."
"Jian Chuan, how dare you."
Fang Yan was furious, but Jianchuan was too lazy to pay attention to him. When he turned around, he was captured by the followers of the six doors behind him, and his jaw was twisted off as a routine, making him unable to make a sound.
At this time, Li Gefei had the opportunity to persuade: "Jian Chuan, it's not like that."
Jian Chuan chuckled and said, "My brother Li, can't you see that what he wants most is to be escorted to Beijing by me."
Huh? Li Gefei was confused, but when he saw Fang Yan struggling and resisting, he froze for a moment, with panic in his eyes. It was immediately clear that he was trying to use Jian Chuan's reputation to gain a name.
It is true that Jianchuan is now at the peak of his power, but there are also many people in the court who regard him as a thorn in the flesh. The reason can be summed up. Although Jianchuan is as immovable as a mountain between imperial power and civil rights, the middle and high-level officials in the court know that Jianchuan is the originator of the Confucianism on etiquette.
Human beings are also the main culprit in today's fierce battles.
However, Jianchuan has Empress Dowager Gao and the Prime Minister as guarantees, and no one can or dare to touch him. After all, no one dares to be the first to break the balance in front of him. Therefore, at this moment, the only way to break the situation is to find a way to break the situation.
A rising star supported him in order to compete with Jian Chuan in the court and provide checks and balances.
There are only a handful of people in the world who can see through this situation. Jian Chuan didn't think that Fang Yan could see through it. However, when he refuted Jian Chuan over and over again today, Jian Chuan had already concluded that this person had seen through it. Moreover, after watching him and Fang Yan last night,
Today's completely opposite attitude can also be concluded that Fang Yan must have gone through a drastic decision last night, which is why he deliberately sought trouble today.
He knew in his heart that once he was escorted to the capital for offending Jian Chuan, he would become the center of attention. However, he only had merit and no blame. He could get away with a little maneuvering. Then, what awaited him would be a promotion. He would
As a sharp sword, it is used to check and balance Jian Chuan, and during this period, it is the right thing to achieve success.
However, what frightened him was that Jian Chuan actually saw through it. What was even more frightening was that since Jian Chuan saw through it, he got his wish. Why?
Fang Yan was puzzled, and unexpectedly Jian Chuan gave him the answer: "What? Isn't it strange, why should I find a political opponent for myself? Haha, it doesn't hurt to tell you, because no matter how much you try,
You are not qualified. Your ability is far from enough to be my opponent. I advise you, and this is only one advice. Do your work sincerely and do not become my enemy. Otherwise, you cannot afford the consequences."
Then he said: "After you enter the capital, someone will help you. Later, you will be reused. I want you to serve in the Ministry of Industry. If you can't, you will be of no use to me in the Song Dynasty. I will let you return to the field."
Believe it or not, it's up to you. Just suppress it."
After he was taken away, Li Gefei asked in surprise: "Jian Chuan, what do you mean?"
Jian Chuan waved his hands indifferently and said with a smile: "It doesn't matter, he's just a clown. If he can work in the Ministry of Industry, he will make the best use of his talents. If he can't, I can't tolerate him. Haha, this person has abilities.
However, if you think too highly of yourself and have too much ambition, you will never achieve great things."
In this case, knowing that Jian Chuan knew what he knew, Li Gefei stopped asking and asked, "But now that the county magistrate is gone, what will we do?"
Jian Chuan said even more indifferently: "Didn't I tell you that I'll take it temporarily, just to take advantage of this opportunity to make things easier."
"But by doing this, isn't it just for nothing?"
"Haha, it's time. If we don't let others know the clues, they will have to find it on their own."
"Oh, what do you mean? Can't you say it clearly?"
Jian Chuan smiled and said: "It's easy to say, don't you think I was promoted too quickly and did my job too smoothly?"
Li Gefei: "Even so, you deserve the honor. The White Lotus Rebellion in Shanxi last year and the assassination on New Year's Eve this year were both great achievements. Based on this merit, this reward is a bit light now."
Jian Chuan sighed: "If that's the case, then why doesn't Brother Li think about why the reward for me is so unfair?"
Hearing this, Li Gefei paused for a moment, then considered: "You mean, someone is deliberately suppressing you? Who is it?"
Jian Chuan said nothing, but looked at Li Gefei with a smile in his eyes. Fortunately, Li Gefei was very smart and figured out the key in a moment. He hesitated and said: "Sima Xianggong is your mentor. You will help them more when you gain power. They are
The only one who won't deliberately suppress you is the Empress Dowager. But why would the Empress Dowager suppress you? You are her consort. I really can't figure it out."
Hearing this, Jian Chuan no longer concealed anything, and said openly: "I understand the good intentions of the Empress Dowager. Many things must be left to Your Majesty, and only Your Majesty. You and I can do it."
It lasts a long time, so Brother Li, you also have to be prepared, I am afraid you will have to work as a doctor in the Xingnong Division for many years."
"I don't care, it's just that you are underachieving."
Jian Chuan said even more indifferently: "I'm not addicted to officialdom, so it doesn't matter."
Then he stopped dwelling on this topic and said, "Okay, let's go back. There are still many things to do today."