Chapter 495

Allies

Chapter 495 Allies
Chen Zhou's army has always focused on defense, rarely taking the initiative to attack.

As long as it is not the last year of the dynasty, as long as the rewards are still generous, warriors are born with aggressiveness.Therefore, this defensive posture made Chen Zhou's army quite dissatisfied.

This situation did not change until Yang Xuan came to Chenzhou.

Under his leadership, the Chenzhou army continued to attack, from being suppressed by the three major ministries to countering the three major ministries. During this period, his commanders were regarded as gods.

Yang Xuan walked in, and supported Sunan who was in pain and sweating profusely, "Sit down!"

Without the soles of the feet, using the broken joints to support the body, just thinking about it makes the body numb.

This is a warrior!
Yang Xuan supported Sunan to sit down, looked at the neatly tidied yard, then looked at the neatly dressed Sunan, and praised: "What a good wife and mother!"

Only then did Chang wake up, and hurriedly saluted.

"No need to be polite."

A group of people packed the courtyard to the brim, and there were still many people outside who had heard the news.

"When did you get this injury?" Yang Xuan asked kindly.

"It was the year before last. The villain was a scout. When he was sentrying with his brothers, he was hunted down by rangers from the Kibo tribe. The villain fell from his horse. Those Kibo people wanted to capture the villain alive. The villain fought hard and was cut off by a big knife. Feet."

"How many people were killed?" Yang Xuan asked.

"Five people!" Sunan said with his head held high.

Seeing her husband's long-lost spirit, Chang couldn't help wiping away tears quietly.

"It's a warrior!"

Yang Xuan sat beside him and asked, "What's the problem at home?"

Sunan said: "The villain came back with a pension, there is no problem at home."

Chang hesitated to speak, but finally held back.

This is the last dignity of a man, keep it for him!
Yang Xuan got up, "I don't believe that."

He got up and walked to the kitchen.

In the kitchen, Yang Xuan familiarly opened the jar containing grain.

There were some wheat noodles inside, Yang Xuan stretched out his hand to grab a handful, and twisted it a few times.

"It's thick noodles, the cheapest one!"

An official praised: "Your envoy even knows this."

Flattering is a way of survival, Yang Xuan doesn't think he can completely cut off this kind of behavior, so he can only ignore it.

He put the wheat flour back and clapped his hands to get the last bit in.

He came out and asked, "How does the family earn money now?"

Sunan's lips twitched, but he couldn't speak.

Yang Xuan sighed, "Just rely on the lady to make money, right?"

Sunan lowered his head, "The villain is incompetent!"

"Raise your head!" Yang Xuan shouted.

Sunan raised his head, his eyes were already red.

"You lost your feet on the road to defend Chenzhou. How can such a warrior be said to be incompetent?" Yang Xuan said sharply, "A little setback will make you despair? Do you remember what I told you to wait?"

Sunan nodded, "The man will not bow his head until he dies!"

He patted his legs and burst into tears, "My lord, villain... I can't stand up anymore."

Yang Xuan felt a little heavy, "I was negligent, I always thought that with the pension, you should be able to live a good life, but now it seems that what I said is a bit absurd!"

Cao Ying persuaded: "My lord, my pension in Chenzhou is second to none in the whole northern Xinjiang."

After the opening of Chenzhou's trade, taxes and taxes have increased significantly, and Yang Xuan has become much more aggressive in his actions.In addition to the pensions given according to the rules, Chen Zhou also gave a lot.

"But, it's still not enough!"

Yang Xuan took a deep breath, "Today, in front of you, I will set up a few rules."

Everyone fell silent and extended to the outside.

"From now on, soldiers of our Chenzhou Army who have returned home due to injuries will be exempted from all taxes for small businesses!"

Sun De's eyes lit up.

Chang's looked at her husband sadly.

Sunan can't do business with his appearance.

"Those who can't move, the same goes for their family members."

Sunan couldn't help but glance at his wife in ecstasy.

Cao Ying immediately cheered, "Don't underestimate this, everyone is doing business, your family doesn't have to pay taxes, the price can be cheaper, and you can earn more."

"Your Majesty is merciful!" Sun De praised sincerely.

"Second..."

and also?

The crowd fell silent.

"Any business that hires soldiers who return home due to injury will be reviewed by the officials, and the tax of the business will be moderately reduced!"

Sun De had been in business for a while, and he couldn't help but praise: "It is said that they are doing business to make money, but some brothers don't know how to do business, and even lost their capital. It makes you feel like you have seen it yourself!"

"The third."

Is there any more?
Everyone was a little surprised.

"The above rules also apply to wives and children of soldiers who died in the country."

This consideration is very comprehensive.

Han Ji said softly: "Your Majesty is thoughtful and thoughtful, he really is the master of wisdom!"

This old ghost, why does he always talk about Mingzhu, as if he wished that the Lord would rebel immediately... Cao Ying smiled and said: "Yes!"

"Fourth!"

And ah!
Everyone has become numb.

The way he looked at Sun De and Sunan was also different.

"Children of soldiers who died in battle, as well as children of disabled soldiers who returned home, are given priority in attending Chenzhou schools..."

Sun De couldn't help raising his hand, Yang Xuan nodded, and he dared to say: "Master, the cost of studying is not small!"

"Enough!" An old man scolded: "Since ancient times, who doesn't spend money on studying? County schools in various places in Chenzhou have become popular nowadays. Any child who can enter can become a small official after reading, and those who are capable can even do it on their own. work.

No one else can enter such a place even if they break their heads, so the Lord gives priority to you and other children. This is a great kindness! "

Yes!

Sun De lowered his head in shame!

After Yang Xuan waited for everyone to quiet down, he said, "Tuition is free!"

Sun De raised his head, his eyes sparkled with splendor.

"Make you wise!"

Sunan looked at his son with tears in his eyes, "Kneel down and thank the envoy!"

He has always been worried that becoming a useless person will drag his son down, but after Shijun said today, his son will be able to study in the county school as long as he is more motivated, and he will either be a small official or a talent who is competing to be hired everywhere.

There is a back road!

Sun De had already knelt down first, and said with tears in his eyes, "I am willing to die for your envoy!"

Over there, Mrs. Chang pushed the ignorant Su Dalang down excitedly, "Quickly kowtow to the envoy!"

She herself knelt down and kowtowed reverently.

"Thank you envoy."

The old man sighed: "Since ancient times, there has never been such a person who loves the people like a son, so that the king is so kind, the old man also thought, let the children and grandchildren of the family join the army when they return home!"

Han Ji first asked a small official to go to work, and then said softly to Cao Ying, "Old Cao."

"Ok!"

"What the Shijun said today won the hearts of the soldiers and civilians in Chenzhou. If one day the Shijun encounters a big event, he only needs to raise the Yang character flag, and these people will spontaneously gather under the banner and follow the Langjun to fight everywhere. , everything is going to be beneficial! This is... the foundation!"

Old dog!

It's becoming more and more unscrupulous!

Cao Ying was overjoyed, her eyelids twitched wildly, "Mr. Lang is loyal!"

Yes to Datang!

Not against the false emperor!
But how can ordinary people hear this trick.

"You didn't mention Your Majesty!" Han Ji said sadly.

special!
Cao Ying wanted to curse!
"Golden Ge and Iron Horse, keep moving forward!" Han Ji looked at Yang Xuan almost intoxicated, "Following such a lord, I will definitely not be lonely in my life!"

This is a lunatic!
Cao Ying sneered.

However, a few words popped up deep in my heart.

--Yes!Why does this future make me look forward to it so much!
He whispered: "Send the news to the army!"

Han Ji said indifferently: "The old man has already sent someone there before."

Old dog!

Cao Ying became more and more depressed.

Yang Xuan went over to pick up Su Dalang, and asked with a smile, "Do you want to study?"

Chang stood up, "Da Lang has always wanted to study..."

"I don't want to!" Su Dalang yelled.

Chang's gritted her teeth and stared at him.

Yang Xuan smiled and said, "Then what do you want to do in the future?"

Su Dalang said: "I want to join the army!"

"it is good!"

Yang Xuan smiled and patted his face.

Afterwards, Yang Xuan went to inspect the mountain gate where Xuanxue was under construction.

Seeing those professors doing chores and disciples doing chores, Yang Xuan couldn't help sighing, "Is this metaphysics?"

"Why not?"

An Ziyu appeared, and the ruler in his hand turned more and more quickly, looking bad-tempered.

After complaining, Yang Xuan said with a smile: "Money and food can help make up for it."

When Ning Yayun came, she declined politely, "It's not convenient for you, Zitai."

"My own money!" Yang Xuan felt that Ning Yayun was really magnanimous, and it was different from Zhong Hui who pretended to be free and easy.

"it is good!"

Yang Xuan: "..."

He has no shortage of money, but it depends on how he spends it.

"Teacher, we have to worship gods in metaphysics, right?"

"That's right, our gods have been enshrined for thousands of years." Ning Yayun smiled and said, "Zitai seems to have never worshiped before."

You have worshiped the gods enshrined in my Xuanxue, and you are my Xuanxue's person from now on!
An Ziyu coughed dryly, "That's right! I haven't worshiped before, so I can't be considered a student of metaphysics."

An Ziyu!
Ning Yayun smiled and cast a glance.

An Ziyu turned the ruler between her fingers and sneered.

"A-Ning is my student of metaphysics!"

Enough is enough.

Yang Xuan smiled, "It's not a big deal, but I came here today to ask, how do you want to go after metaphysics?"

Ning Yayun had obviously thought about it a long time ago, "It's bitter cold in the northern border, but people are tough. When the mountain gate is repaired, I'm going to recruit some disciples."

"Where's the money and grain?" Yang Xuan asked.

An Ziyu's body froze.

The bodies of those professors and disciples froze.

As long as there is a body, you have to eat and drink.

It costs money and food every day.

According to a certain metaphysical patriarch, the meaning of human life is to make dung!

No matter how noble the metaphysics is, you have to earn money to eat and make dung!
But how to earn this money?
According to Ning Yayun's plan, it is to practice things.

This is suffering for the students of metaphysics.

Wouldn't it be good for everyone to talk freely about metaphysics?
Do you have to smear your fingers with Yangchun water and go about your daily business before giving up?
Yang Xuan spoke.

What about money and food?
Money and food is currently a difficult point.

It is impossible for Chenzhou officials to pay. This is against the rules and will be impeached.

Well, it's private!
Ning Yayun smiled and stroked her beard.

But An Ziyu said, "Zitai, isn't it easy to give Chenzhou treasury?"

Official money cannot be used for private use.

This is the iron law!

Of course, Northern Xinjiang is better.Northern Xinjiang collects its own taxes and recruits its own warriors. That is to say, Northern Xinjiang is an independent kingdom.

But the rules are the rules, unless Northern Xinjiang doesn't piss off the Chang'an household department, you have to be more scrupulous.

Yang Xuan shook his head, "Of course it's not the official's money and food, but mine."

An Ziyu's heart relaxed, then tightened again.

Ning Yayun smiled and said, "Let's not mention this matter for now."

Yang Xuan also smiled and said: "So, that's fine!"

He inspected the construction site and then left.

"Deal!" An Ziyu said with a cold face.

The professors gathered in a semi-finished hall, and their noses were filled with the smell of wood.

"What will we rely on for food in the future?" An Ziyu asked this question.

"The Imperial Academy has relied on the Ministry of Households to provide money and food for many years. Now that we have left Chang'an in despair, who will pay in the future?" Zhong Hui also had a headache.

"Let's do it!" someone said.

"Can you do things every day?" The ruler between An Ziyu's fingers turned faster and faster, making a whistling sound.

"Yes!" Zhong Hui scratched his head, "We have a lot of people, and the northern border is not like Chang'an. There are many rich and powerful people, and a ritual event is full of money. Here, a ritual event can at most Let me wait for a few days to eat."

"What about in a few days?" Zhuang Xin of the wine soldier department patted the wine gourd, "I can't even afford wine now!"

"Ahem!" Ning Yayun coughed dryly, "Don't panic."

A group of clubs have lived a stable life for many years, guaranteed harvest in drought and flood, and have no worries about food and clothing. After they were cut off, they were helpless.

"How about farming?" a professor suggested.

Everyone's faces were ashen.

"Let's take the hoe with the hand of the stag tail. It's not a big problem. You can farm all day long. How can you cultivate? How can you talk about metaphysics? The first thing you say is, hey! Today's dung can be watered?"

Depressed!

An Ziyu said: "Zitai mentioned this earlier, he said, he is rich!"

Zhong Hui coughed dryly, "Zitai is a sincere person!"

"Yes!"

Ning Yayun smiled wryly, "You thought he was the boy back then? He is now the governor of Northern Xinjiang and a famous general of the Tang Dynasty. He opened his mouth. What does it mean? You have to think about it carefully."

An Ziyu said: "Zitai is the governor of Chenzhou, he paid the money privately, so what will we have to do with him in the future?"

"Allies!" Chung would blurt out.

"So..." An Ziyu was also a little melancholy, and was a little disappointed to find that the handsome and simple boy in the past was gone, and now Yang Xuan was a little strange, "Eat people's hands are soft, and people's hands are short. After taking his money and food, the future He needs help with something, shall we go?"

"Even if there is no money and food, we have to go if he has something to do!" Zhong Hui felt that they were thinking too much.

"That's love!" An Ziyu said bitterly, "Love is love, and if you give money and food, it becomes a transaction. Do you understand?"

Everyone looked at each other.

In the hall, silence fell.

……

In the envoy's room, Han Ji and Cao Ying were drinking tea, and Yang Xuan was reading documents.

Han Ji put down his teacup and said, "What you said earlier, did you mean to win over metaphysics?"

Yang Xuan didn't hide his intentions, "There are many masters in metaphysics, this is one of them, and there is another one, the priests in Chenzhou are a bit messy, local, foreign, messy."

Cao Ying said with a smile: "People's hearts have been taken away by those passing gods."

"Yes, therefore, I want to win over metaphysics, but having more masters is second. The most important thing is that I need a religion with an orderly inheritance to appease people's hearts."

Gather people's hearts... Han Ji added silently.

Cao Ying said: "If you accept the money from Mr. Lang, you will become an ally in the future. According to the lazy nature of metaphysics, I'm afraid I won't."

Yang Xuan smiled, "It's hard to say!"

The two drank tea and chatted, and soon got up to leave.

A small official came in.

"My lord, please see the head teacher of metaphysics."

"Please!"

Ning Yayun came freely.

Yang Xuan stepped out of the guard room, but stopped outside the guard room.

Han Ji and Cao Ying stood on both sides.

Ning Yayun stepped forward and cupped her hands.

Yang Xuan looked at him.

"Meet the envoy!"

(End of this chapter)