Originally, Qin Liang ordered the people to mobilize the people to build a city on the Xishui River, which has been completed long ago. Since there is no need to build a decent city wall, it is just a rammed earth wall, so it will not take long.
The river from Hanguguan to Luoyang is called Gushui; the section where Gushui merges into the north of Luoyang City is also called Qianjin Canal. Hanshui is the river that flows from the northwest into Qianjin Canal, with a large river (Yellow River) flowing above it.
) Heyin on the south bank is not far away.
The city was built on the west bank of the upper reaches of the Han River, so it was named Hanping City.
Xianping City is a place used by the Shaofu Examination Office, but it occupies a large area. In addition to weapons-making workshops, there are also open spaces in the city for Chinese army training.
The city has almost become a military town, but it is not a military fortress because there is no need to build such thick and solid fortifications. If the Yin area of Henan is under military threat, then Luoyang should have basically lost its control over the resources of the surrounding areas.
; At that time, relying solely on a distant military town will obviously not help.
This city is some distance away from Luoyang City, which is densely populated and crowded. The advantage is that it can avoid people's eyes and ears. Because Qin Liang knows that there are most likely enemy spies in Luoyang City.
Its location is relatively remote, but it is connected by water transportation, making it convenient to transport various raw materials, food, clothing and goods. It is really a good place.
In late June, the General's Mansion began to hold banquets again.
After the Battle of Hanzhong, Qin Liang was promoted to general, which he should have done long ago. It was only because of Wang Ling's death that there were no guests at the banquet. Now that nearly nine months have passed, the mourning period for Qin Liang's family has passed, so they held a banquet.
Keep in touch with various families and keep in touch with each other.
In a joyful and relaxed atmosphere, it is still necessary for everyone to drink wine, taste meat, enjoy songs and dances, and talk about anecdotes, at least to increase mutual trust.
Qin Liang did not rashly affect the interests of various families, but he also did not arbitrarily appoint officials and nobility, transfer public weapons and national benefits. After all, he did not rely too much on the noble family in the process of ascending to the throne. At most, he only had the Wang family. During the battle of King Qin, the Linghu family
Invest in shares.
In this case, in the absence of huge financial rewards, it is even more important to maintain feelings and increase mutual trust with each family so that they can be sure that at least there will not be much loss. In this way, the auxiliary government system can maintain the situation and avoid losing control of each place.
layer of control.
After all, although the powerful nobles owned a large number of manors and attached themselves to farmers, everyone had to pay land taxes, and if there was an emergency, they had to provide extra support to the court. This is why the noble nobles who served as officials felt that they were important in the Wei Dynasty.
Bring capital to invest.
Qin Liang can't take too big steps. Otherwise, once he dies, everything will return to the original state in an instant. Not to mention that he will be knocked on the head by dozens of flying pots!
The sound of silk and bamboo orchestras floated in the General's Mansion, and the buzz of people's voices enveloped the courtyard. Guests arrived one after another, and the atmosphere gradually became lively.
Qin Liang's family banquet is different from other places, there will be many female relatives coming. Most of them will not make friends with the male guests, but will take advantage of such an occasion to interact with each other. This place also provides food, drinks, and performances, so why not
Not for?
On the west side of the attic of the front hall, Qin Liang accidentally met his maternal aunt Wang and stopped.
On an occasion like today, my grandma was naturally not in mourning. She was seen wearing a carefully matched plain dress without any gold or silver ornaments.
After exchanging a few words of greetings, Wang's eyes showed that deep and complicated look again, and she spoke quite generously, "Your uncle's family cannot come during the mourning period, so I am here for the banquet, so I can be considered a member of the Wang family.
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Qin Liang said: "I heard from the officials earlier that Lao Jing is here."
Wang suddenly said: "I know people from the Lao family."
Sure enough, the Lao family has followed the Wang family for several generations, and even my maternal aunt, who has been married for many years, knows her.
At this moment, Princess Jinxiang appeared in the corridor. She was alone. When she suddenly saw Qin Liang, her cheeks suddenly turned red. She looked back at the corridor, as if she was waiting for others.
Seeing this, Qin Liang took the initiative to offer his hand to Princess Jinxiang.
Princess Jinxiang had no choice but to come forward and greet Qin Liang and Wang.
Wang actually took on the airs of an elder and lectured: "I have told Zhong Ming before that as a high-ranking official, you should focus on national affairs. Don't pay too much attention to the affairs of your relatives, especially women."
Why is this necessary? Qin Liang had no choice but to respond in agreement. However, Wang's pretending to be an elder made him uncomfortable, and he immediately smiled again, like a disobedient junior.
Sure enough, there was a trace of panic in Wang's eyes. It was obvious that it was difficult for her to maintain her momentum in front of Qin Liang. She looked sideways slightly and used her peripheral vision.
Look at Princess Jinxiang of the clan.
Qin Liang also subconsciously glanced at Princess Jinxiang and couldn't help but said: "My relatives and women are much more important in my heart than national affairs."
Princess Jinxiang's eyes immediately averted, and she almost wanted to write a few big words on her face: It has nothing to do with me.
At this time, Qin Liang accidentally thought, could "relative matters" still mean that He Jun had committed a crime?
But Qin Liang was indeed not implying anything. He was still very relaxed in front of the woman. He just wanted to express his inner thoughts, "In addition to saving lives and fighting for power and profit, if I want to develop the country to the best of my ability, as long as I live long enough, it is not
It’s difficult. But there are some deep things that I feel deeply powerless about. Therefore, love is the most worthy of attention, and it is not a waste to live in this world.”
Qin Liang has never been an optimistic person. His fundamental view of the world is a bit like that of a Taoist believer at this time. He just knew it was impossible, but still wanted to try.
Mrs. Wang deliberately frowned and said, "I'm just your great-aunt, so what I say won't work! It's better to call your uncle and your lord to persuade each other. I'll go see your lord first."
She didn't make any small moves, because Princess Jinxiang was right next to her. After bowing and saying goodbye, Qin Liang called the maid behind him and asked the maid to take her grandaunt to the banquet hall.
Now apart from the maid, only Qin Liang and Princess Jinxiang were left alone.
Princess Jinxiang took the opportunity to glare at him quietly and said softly: "Zhong Ming, don't say such words in front of others."
Qin Liang wanted to explain, but for a moment he didn't know how to explain clearly, so he nodded helplessly.
Princess Jinxiang looked past Qin Liang's face to the maid who was standing in front of her, and said vaguely: "I know some things." She then sighed quietly, "Maybe I shouldn't do it today.
Come!"
As expected, He Jun and his wife soon came from the west corridor. He Jun paused for a moment when he saw the scene here, and then walked over to pay homage. He and Lu both called Qin Liang the general.
.I don’t even want to call Qin Liang uncle.
At this time, Princess Jinxiang bowed her head and said: "We don't know how to repay the general about Boyun. Today we can only thank you again." After saying this, she turned her head slightly and gave He Jun a stern look.
He Jun had no choice but to bow and say: "Thank you, General, for your help."
Last time at the back wall of the He Family Courtyard, Qin Liang thought it must be He Jun! At that time, because she didn't want Princess Jinxiang to die, she almost always had her back or side turned to the back window, so she probably didn't know.
Someone is peeping.
From the look Princess Jinxiang cast on He Jun just now, Qin Liang has already confirmed his judgment.
Mrs. Lu followed her and bowed, but she did not say a word, but accidentally raised her head and glanced at Qin Liang.
Qin Liang returned the gift and said calmly: "Bo Yun broke the law, and His Highness's family was redeemed with a large sum of money. So Your Highness does not have to do this."
Princess Jinxiang said: "Because the He family has enemies, if the general had not spoken uprightly, Tingwei might not be willing to accept the money and let him go."
Qin Liang smiled: "That's true. It's just a trivial matter, not worth mentioning."
Princess Jinxiang didn't want to stay here any longer, so she left. Although there was nothing wrong with her appearance and behavior, her fair cheek skin was still a bit discolored.
Wei Hong, she couldn't lie to herself. Such an occasion was really embarrassing. Qin Liang told them that the banquet hall for female guests was still at the original place, and called a maid to lead them.
He Jun didn't even say goodbye together, but was still by Qin Liang's side. The banquet hall for the men was the front hall on the attic next to it. The main hall was the most spacious. There were also officials from the General's Mansion under the steps, receiving him there.
If He Jun doesn't go to the front hall, what is he still doing here?
Qin Liang is not receiving guests now. He just passed by here and only needs to wait for the banquet to come out. Just like when Shuo Wang paid tribute, he was almost the last person to arrive in the east hall.
They used to be old classmates of Taixue, but they had nothing to say to each other! He Jun's face turned blue and white.
Qin Liang remembered that Lu said that what He Jun cared about the most was his mother, who thought Princess Jinxiang was a pure and pure fairy. He was probably very angry at this moment.
Guests who are invited to a banquet are not searched. Could this man be carrying a weapon and want to stab himself? But He Jun was alone and there were guards everywhere in the general's palace. Qin Liang was not afraid of him at all and just stayed.
He was paying attention. At the beginning, He Jun couldn't even handle a dancing girl, and even got slashed with a sword. With He Jun's own skills, the threat was indeed not great.
But if He Jun really dares to take action, Qin Liang will have to look at him with admiration. Of course, it is unlikely. Qin Liang did not humiliate his father first and then kill him!
He Jun finally said: "Did Zhuo Jing come to see the general?"
Sure enough, He Jun didn't have the confidence to question his mother's affairs. He had no name to care about his elders' affairs, so he could only use Lu to express his dissatisfaction?
Qin Liang said without comment: "Husbands and wives should trust each other."
He Jun actually said "hmm".
At this time, Zhu Deng and Lao Jing suddenly came over, walking in a hurry. Qin Liang immediately stopped.
Lao Jing came forward to pay his respects with a paper letter. He glanced at He Jun again and said urgently: "An urgent letter from the Governor of Yangzhou King! The due report will be sent to the General's Mansion at the same time. Has the General received it?"
Qin Liang reached out and took the letter and said, "No." He then turned around and said, "I have something to do. Tai Yong is outside the front hall, please go to the front hall first."