Jian Chuan believed that his disciples would not betray him, but as a teacher, he always felt that he should do something for his disciples, so even though he knew that handing over the blueprints would greatly reduce Xia Liao's attack on the red cannon.
The development process thus posed a threat to the Song Dynasty, but he was still happy with it and fulfilled his responsibilities as a gentleman to the greatest extent.
Jian Chuan thought of his three mentors, Wang Anshi, Sima Guang, Fan Chunren who passed away the year before, and Empress Dowager Gao. During his growth process, weren't they the ones who secretly protected Jian Chuan today?
Yes, a real man has things to do and things he doesn't do. There are always things that you don't want to do and you have to sit down.
Moreover, Jian Chuan's initiative to hand over the blueprints was also telling Xia and Liao that this was already his biggest concession. As for food and grass, don't even think about it. If you push me too hard, the worst thing is that both jade and stone will be destroyed. Fish and fish will die. Don't believe me. I
Jian Chuan, there's nothing you can't do.
As a result, Xia and Liao compromised. After welcoming the students sent by each, after receiving the blueprints sent from the city, and after confirming that there was nothing fishy about the blueprints, they finally withdrew their troops. They knew that it was over now.
After a long time, Jian Chuan should have arranged the food and grass in the two cities. Even if he forced Jian Chuan, he would not be able to squeeze it out and return it to them. Instead, he would storm the city where Jian Chuan and Su Yun were personally stationed, as well as the red cannons.
The threat is there and it is almost impossible.
Therefore, although withdrawing troops is tantamount to admitting defeat, it is also a helpless move.
After many twists and turns, Jianchuan accumulated enough grain and grass in the next two cities, and more importantly, what can grain and grass do? It can gather more people, expand more cities, sow more fertile fields, and
Better training of troops and horses will allow more soldiers to be recruited.
At the same time, the first wave of officials dispatched by the imperial court finally arrived in Bianjing after going through many difficulties and dangers.
Jianchuan was overjoyed and made an exception to host a banquet. Of course, it was also an inspection. The result was of course very satisfactory. There was no need to doubt the loyalty of these people to the Song Dynasty. After all, they could abandon the stable and normal path of Jiangnan and risk their lives in this war-torn country.
The Central Plains itself is a firm attitude.
Furthermore, they were all carefully selected by Qiu Lanxi and Ge Chunzhu. They were among the best among officials at all levels in terms of ability. They were also quite familiar with Jian Chuan's governing philosophy, so this was a period of running-in between superiors and subordinates.
It was a smooth transition. With the dispatch of these officials, one carrot after another, the political situation and public sentiment in the territory under their jurisdiction soon became clear to the naked eye.
The results are obvious. More and more refugees are pouring into the Song Dynasty. They have created new registers and divided their fields. Not only do they have a place to stay, but they also have a way to make a living. Jianchuan's requirements for them are very simple, 4 words:
In other words, stay safe and keep yourself safe.
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In troubled times, one should use heavy codes, Jian Chuan believed that, and had always done so. In his eyes, there were only two kinds of people, one was those who kept themselves in order, and the other was those who were restless. Obviously, Jian Chuan was not that
Use more food to feed those who are restless, so there are only two ways to deal with it. If the crime is not worthy of death, there is no need to wait for the Qiu Jue. Just verify it and behead it immediately. If the crime is not worthy of death, there is no time.
Give them food and deport them, but those who refuse to do so can be easily dealt with and beheaded.
Under such a heavy code, a miracle that has never happened in the peaceful and prosperous times, if the door is not closed at night, has actually become a reality in the troubled times of the Central Plains. Of course, there are also some male thieves and female prostitutes who appear to be law-abiding on the surface but are actually full of resentment against Jianchuan's heavy code.
, and Jian Chuan has always turned a blind eye to this, and it is not an ideal world. If there are good people, there will be bad people. This is due to human nature, and the existence of laws is to curb the bad nature of human beings.
Therefore, Jian Chuan never cares about what the people think, he only cares about what the people do. It is best to live well and not live well, as long as you can accept the price.
In this way, through such concerted efforts, the Central Plains Song Dynasty has grown in strength, and at the same time, the external environment has gradually stabilized.
After being fooled once by Jian Chuan, Xia and Liao finally admitted that the possibility of solving Jian Chuan's serious problem in a short time was slim, so they finally turned their attention elsewhere, so they dispatched troops for the overall situation. It would take less than half a year.
Within a short period of time, the other 14 so-called princes were eliminated, and each occupied a large area of land. After that, they had no power left, so they could only close their doors and work hard to govern.
All these were within Jian Chuan's expectations, but only one thing exceeded Jian Chuan's expectation. A man named Yang Ye even shocked Jian Chuan.
Originally, according to Jian Chuan's prediction, the land of the Central Plains should stabilize in 3 minutes, with Xia and Liao each occupying the east and west, and Jian Chuan mediating in the middle. Unexpectedly, the Liao Kingdom occupied the eastern part of the Central Plains as scheduled, but Xixia encountered difficulties in the process of occupying the western part of the Central Plains.
This resistance came from this Taoist named Yang Ye, who claimed to be the Dragon and Tiger Celestial Master. He was good at business, good at bewitching, good at governing the people, and even better at military affairs. Watching him march and govern, in a daze, Jian Chuan was really
I thought Zhang Fengxian was reborn.
Therefore, this is a talent that is not weaker than Zhang Fengxian. Under Xixia's repeated pressure, he managed to defend the territory from Lizhou to Shu, and in the end, Li Qianshun suffered a severe defeat.
He did not hesitate to withdraw his troops and stopped continuing to attack.
So, the Central Plains has 4 points. On the surface, the Liao Kingdom is the strongest, followed by Xixia and Xishu. The Song Dynasty is at the bottom. Of course, this is just the surface. In fact, everyone knows that no matter whether the politics is clear and the people live in peace,
In terms of military strength, Jian Chuan's strength can stabilize one of the three parties. Therefore, no one dares to take the lead in attacking Jian Chuan before they are absolutely sure. The so-called Xia Liao Alliance has long been a waste of paper.
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Years passed, and the war subsided. Although there were occasional frictions, it was nothing serious. And because officials sent from the south of the Yangtze River gathered in Bianjing in batches, Jianchuan became a lot more leisurely after winter entered, and finally had some time.
Return to Shangyin Academy to give lectures.
But now, the Shangyin Academy is far from the cheerful atmosphere it once was. With the departure of more than a dozen fellow apprentices, the sorrow of separation was not obvious at first, because it was so busy at that time that there was not much time.
I think, but as the days become more and more stable, and there are fewer and fewer places for them to support, the sorrow of separation becomes more and more intense. Naturally, there are also worries. Although the information from the six doors is introduced to Shangyin Academy from time to time,
But the remaining disciples still couldn't help but worry about the situation of their fellow apprentices.
Seeing this, Jian Chuan suddenly became furious, summoned his disciples to curse, and then assigned a arduous task. He said to all the disciples: "Look at all of you, you are such a loser. What can I do?"
That’s how I taught you idiots and cowards. My brothers and sisters have been kidnapped for such a long time. I still haven’t figured out a way to rescue your brothers and sisters. What’s the use of your big heads?
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After being scolded by Jian Chuan, the disciples not only did not get angry, but their eyes shone brightly, and they all asked in surprise: "Sir, do you have a solution?
Of course, Jian Chuan had a way. He had left at the beginning, but he never said it. The reason why he didn't say it was mainly because the time had not come yet. Now, as the situation stabilizes, Jian Chuan's next step is
The step plan is about to begin, and it's time to bring the disciples back.
Therefore, Jian Chuan wrote three letters and gave them to three waves of disciples respectively, asking them to go to the three countries to deliver the message and bring back the disciples and their families in the three countries.
The disciples were still wondering where Jian Chuan had such confidence. It was not until they opened the letter and read through the contents that they suddenly showed shock. Then they gave Jian Chuan a thumbs up in admiration and sincerely praised: "Mr.
He is truly a man of God.”
Isn't he a god? Jian Chuan actually wants to sell arms to three countries, including red cannons, muskets, shells, explosives, ammunition, and so on.
As long as you want to buy these things, if you ask for money, I will sell them to you. The price is fair and honest. These three groups have all brought samples and will show them to you in front of you. After the display, I will not be afraid of you.
I won’t buy it because I know you are afraid that the other two parties will buy it, and you are even more afraid that Jian Chuan will not sell it.
Regarding Xia and Liao, Jianchuan only had one additional condition, which was to allow Shangyin Academy to take back his disciples and their families.