Chapter 1774
: Protectorate of Central and South Asia
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It can be said that at this time, Liu Ba's plans for the future have gradually begun to emerge, and a basic line has been established.
"Nine is the ultimate number, so let's leave eight. In this case, they must be more motivated..." Wang Lei thought decisively for a moment, and then said seriously.
They can reap the benefits of being fishermen without having to do anything themselves. They can also achieve multiple benefits with one stone. They can reduce the number of nobles, middle rulers, and garbage that wastes land. They can also gain the hearts and minds of the people, consolidate their rule, and increase their population...
It can be said that such an excellent method is considered very excellent, at least in Wang Lei's eyes.
As for the cost and consequences of doing so, neither Wang Lei nor Liu Ba were afraid.
This place is so far away from the Central Plains. Once the information is collected and covered, it will only take two or three years to complete it all. When the Central Plains knows the situation, there may be no king in this place, only the Han Dynasty. loyal officials...
Seeing how excited the other party was, Lu Jun felt a little regretful in his mind. It seemed that he had said something that he shouldn't have said. He didn't like this King Juan style at all...
"That's good, then we need to carefully calculate what will be left behind. With so many nobles, how much space will they be able to free up after they leave?" Liu Ba directly took out an abacus, without any hesitation. He cared about everyone's eyes and gave it up on the spot.
Zhang Ren looked at this scene that was comparable to stolen goods, and finally shook his head, trying to keep his inner peace as much as possible.
"Yuanzheng, in addition to gathering some manpower to build the fortress, we also need to repair the rivers along the way and strengthen water transportation..." Unlike others, Zheng Du's analysis of the general situation allowed him to grasp the situation in an instant. context and thought of some methods.
With such a huge population, in addition to changing management personnel in this way, these people must also be given some jobs, and these jobs must be done on the premise of ensuring that they can survive.
Only by working hard and surviving can one stop thinking about other things. In the process, one can gradually learn and understand Han culture and strengthen the influence of the Han Empire on this place.
Only by doing this and continuing to influence, even if they are unable to continue to radiate this place one day, they can still make this place, the heart of the Han Dynasty, become a Han country.
"Opening up borders and expanding territory." Listening to Zheng Du's explanation, this word appeared in the minds of everyone present, and then they looked at Zheng Du with some admiration.
He is worthy of being one of the spokespersons of the Enlightenment Sect. Through this method, he can not only complete the education of the barbarians, but also complete the success of opening up and expanding the territory. It is indeed amazing.
"But before that, do we have to collect the tributes first? We have been out fighting for so long, so we have to bring something back to our lord." Qin Mi looked up at the sky and waved the ancient book in his hand. Said quite excitedly.
Lu Jun looked at the ancient book, the extremely simple bamboo slips, and could only sigh in his heart.
You can find whatever you need. In just half a day, you can find something like this in Central and South Asia. Does anyone really believe it? "That's right. Since no tribute has been paid for hundreds of years, it is natural for us to collect it on our behalf. When the time comes, we will return these things to the lord and donate some of them to the emperor..." There was a touch of excitement in Zhang Ren's tone, and he was quite serious. 's telling.
To be fair, the war that has lasted for so many years has always been a waste of money. Now that the foreign war can actually recoup the consumption of the previous more than ten years of war at once, what else can we say?
And we can also take this opportunity to thoroughly confirm the names of these countries. When the time comes, we will hold the credentials of these countries, so that the emperor can better understand their beliefs and strength. When the time comes, the treatment of the lord will be good. Some.
"That makes sense, Gongwei." Zhang Song's eyes turned and he said seriously, "Since it has come to this, I wonder what place should be set up to manage the population of this place, promote construction, etc..."
This place is remote enough and far enough away from Chengdu. If you stay here for a long time, as long as you manage it properly, you will not be a local emperor.
The wise men present are all very clear about this, but there is another point that is better, that is, they are all raising families, and they are not willing to completely give up everything in the Han Empire for this reason.
"Leave the development of water conservancy to the Li family. They are absolutely professional in this aspect. As for the rotation issue, let the Li family handle it themselves..." Zhang Ren scanned a person on the edge and finally gave own suggestions.
No one present objected to this suggestion. After all, the descendants of Li Bing and his son are much more useful than most signboards.
"I will stay to develop the economy. If the economy cannot develop, there will be no way to continue to transport food to Yizhou..." Liu Ba looked around at the people around him and finally spoke first.
Even if you want to share profits, you must first make the cake bigger. Only in this way can you share more...
"In terms of military affairs, the Wu family should create a legion. In addition, the Wu family should also assist in the economic development of this place." Zhang Ren glanced at Wu Yi not far away and continued to issue orders.
After all, they are an economically powerful family in Sichuan, and they should be pretty good in terms of economic development.
Wu Yi nodded, indicating that he understood. Anyway, there were many Wu family members, so it would not be a problem to change them every once in a while.
"In addition, two or three farming legions will be left to assist in the development of farming, ensure the minimum supply of the fortress, and guard against accidents and rebellions." Zhang Ren saw Meng Huo and others as he spoke, and then continued, " At that time, General Meng, General Wutu, General Mulu, General Duolan, etc., in addition to staying in Yongchang County to ensure the smooth flow of roads, if there is any emergency, I have to trouble you to rescue..."
When Meng Huo and others heard this, they nodded in response on the spot. Seeing the people around him like this, Wu Tu Gu quickly put down the leg of lamb in his hands and nodded along with everyone.
"In this way, there are more than 30,000 troops stationed in this fortress. The reinforcements that can arrive within half a month are no less than 40,000, which is more than enough to suppress these kingdoms." Zhang Ren recalled the combat effectiveness of these countries. , said rather cautiously.
After explaining this, the remaining people began to prepare to pack their things and set off on their way home.
As for this fortress, as well as its associated population forces, etc., they were uniformly divided and named the Central and South Asia Protectorate. (End of chapter)