Chapter 954 A gentleman talks about justice, a villain talks about profit (5,000 words long chapter)
Xiang Lang knew that Governor Feng had always been on good terms with the Li family - of course, not the Li family clan in Shu.
It is the former six-room Li family in Shu, the current Li family in Pingxiang, plus the Li family in Longxi.
The relationship between the two Li families and Feng Jishi is well known.
Feng Jishi mentioned two people with the surname Li in succession, and most likely they came from these two families.
In Xiang Lang’s view, the Li family in Pingxiang and the Li family in Longxi have made a lot of contributions to the Han Dynasty over the years.
Now let alone two quotas, even if he takes care of ten or eight extra quotas, he will pretend not to see anything.
It was as if he pretended not to see Ma Su, who was a little secretive, trying to sneak into the examination room without attracting the attention of Feng Jishishi and himself.
It wasn’t until Ma Su’s figure disappeared behind the screen wall that Xiang Lang said:
“After the exam, you should be able to restore your original name, right? I finally don’t have to be ashamed of Ji Chang (i.e. Ma Liang) who was in hell…”
Feng Jishi smiled softly and looked at Xiang Lang with a slightly teasing look:
“I’m afraid Xiang Gong is thinking too much. Ma Youchang is afraid that he won’t be able to restore his original name so soon.”
Xiang Lang was stunned, obviously he did not expect Feng Jishi to say this:
“Junhou…what does this mean?”
Governor Feng did not answer, but turned his head and glanced elsewhere.
Xiang Lang followed his gaze and happened to see the Wu delegation standing in the distance to watch the ceremony.
He had some understanding in his heart, but also some disbelief, so he asked in a low voice:
“Is it possible that the kings and princes have plans for the state of Wu?”
Feng Jishi "tsk":
"Isn't Mr. Xiang joking? The Han Dynasty and the Kingdom of Wu are brothers. They respect each other's throne. How can there be any plan?"
Hearing this, Xiang Lang was startled and looked at Feng Governor with doubtful eyes: Although what you said is true, I always feel that something is wrong.
“The Han Dynasty promised to send Wu’s war horses, so Wu was willing to exchange warships; but now that they have a cavalry army, they still need cavalry generals.”
“Therefore, I want to exchange the method of commanding the cavalry army in exchange for the skill of the Wu people in maneuvering ships. Is it fair?”
Governor Feng said leisurely, "I'll have to send some students over to study, right?"
For the examination and talent selection, Governor Feng can accept people who are not from a school to participate - as long as you have talent.
During the two Han dynasties for hundreds of years, wasn’t this how people were recruited?
But when it came to being sent to the State of Wu to learn shipbuilding or sailing, Governor Feng only believed in his own students.
"It's just that most of those students are young and have little knowledge of world affairs, so I want to send an old and prudent person who is good at changing things to lead them to the Kingdom of Wu."
If nothing else, just because Ma Su comes from the "Jingzhou Ma family", he is also one of the most suitable candidates.
Xiang Lang was overjoyed when he learned of Feng Yong's plan. If he hadn't been in front of a large crowd, he would have almost thanked Feng Governor.
“Young people of a certain generation often thanked their rulers.”
Governor Feng looked at Xiang Lang and said meaningfully:
“Xiang Gong, you know that I have invested countless amounts of money and food for more than ten consecutive years to build Nanxiang College today.”
"The students who come out of the college are all my treasures. If anyone dares to mess up this matter, don't blame me for being ruthless."
For Feng Yong, every student who can graduate from Nanxiang College is a precious talent.
At the same time, they were also the bargaining chips that Feng Yong began to plan for the unification of the world, and to compete with the world's aristocratic families to rebuild the official system.
As long as these students are there, Dahan will have some initiative in talent selection.
Without these students, even if the world is unified, the officials who govern the world will still have to come from aristocratic families that monopolize intellectual resources.
In that case, what is the difference between having the fruits of victory stolen by a noble family?
How can you, the majestic ghost king, work in vain?
The current Governor Feng can be regarded as a very important minister of the Han Dynasty and an important general on the frontier.
He was even the first person under the prime minister of the Han Dynasty to hold a heavy army.
can make him say the word "cruel" to himself, and the meaning is self-evident.
Although Xiang Lang is older,... the matter of high position and power is not about who is older.
The Prime Minister of the Han Dynasty is also more than ten years younger than Xiang Lang?
Thinking of the battle at Jieting, and seeing the look on Feng Jishi's face, Xiang Lang felt a chill in his heart and said quickly:
“Don’t worry, sir, I will definitely make it clear to Youchang when the time comes.”
Governor Feng nodded and then smiled:
“It would be best if you show up to the public.”
Governor Feng felt that he and Ma Youchang could certainly be regarded as good friends!
The friendship between gentlemen is as light as water. Since the other party is unwilling to reveal his real name, he has also been unwilling to take the initiative to come to see him in the past few years.
Then don’t be ignorant and run away to find trouble.
Xiang Lang secretly breathed a sigh of relief when he heard Feng Jishi's words, and couldn't help but have a somewhat complicated look in his eyes.
Before Liangzhou was recaptured, the person who led the governor of Liangzhou from afar was Wei Yan.
Logically speaking, after regaining Liangzhou, Wei Yan is more likely to be appointed governor of Liangzhou than Feng Yong.
Let Feng Yong take over as the governor of Longyou, and Wei Yan be appointed as the governor of Liangzhou. At the time, this was the most appropriate arrangement.
So the Prime Minister’s final decision really surprised many people.
Although many people have no objections on the surface, they may not have murmurs in their hearts.
After all, just because he is too young, Feng Yong cannot convince the public.
Who would have expected that in just a few years, Liangzhou would develop water conservancy projects, reclaim wasteland, build pastures, and open workshops. All livestock would be prosperous, and both Qiang and Hu would be ministers to the people.
Even the examination in Liangzhou was not resisted by the wealthy families, and even the children of the famous families participated.
If Wei Yan had been appointed governor of Liangzhou back then, it would be difficult for Liangzhou to be as prosperous as it is today.
Thinking of this, Xiang Lang felt even more emotional.
Recalling the way Governor Feng looked at the Wu delegation just now, Xiang Lang couldn't help but say:
“Your Majesty has been busy taking exams these days. This envoy from the State of Wu has visited me several times and wants to know about your Majesty...”
Governor Feng gave a toothy smile:
“There’s no rush. It’s not us who are in a hurry anyway.”
Xiang Lang said hesitantly:
"I am afraid that it will damage the goodwill between the two countries, and it will be difficult for Your Majesty and the Prime Minister to explain this."
Feng Yongyong answered, his eyes flickered, and he asked:
“Among the Wu people who disturbed Xiang Gong, who should be blamed most?”
“It’s because of Lu Hao.”
“No one else?”
"Yes, there is also a man named Qin Bo who came to the door and gave two gifts, which are not light."
Hearing this, Governor Feng smiled even more:
“Forget it, Mr. Lu, I don’t want to deal with him, it’s too tiring. But after the exam, Mr. Xiang can inform Qin Bo and say that I can see him.”
After hearing this, Xiang Lang had a puzzled look on his face:
"Lu Zizhang is the person in charge of the Wu mission. The king does not talk to him, but instead talks to Qin Bo? Why is this?"
"Gong Lu is an upright man and a man of great knowledge. I am not knowledgeable enough, so why dare I say anything in front of Gong Lu? How is this different from wielding an ax at the gates of Ban and Ying?"
Feng Jishi coughed and said, "Besides, isn't there Mr. Xiang now? Mr. Xiang is knowledgeable and knowledgeable, so he can have a good chat with Lu Gong for me."
The doubts in Xiang Lang's eyes became more intense: If you are knowledgeable, you are knowledgeable. Why do you want to add a gentleman in front?
But it was doubtful, but Xiang Lang was relieved to hear that Feng Jishi was finally willing to talk formally.
In this matter, although the Han Dynasty is not the one who is anxious, it is not an option to keep delaying it like this.
Feng Jishi is busy with affairs and can avoid seeing him.
But Xiang Lang was sent to Liangzhou by the imperial court. On the surface, he represented the Han Dynasty. He was not working in Liangzhou and was just an idler. He couldn't just say he didn't see him and just see him.
It is quite refreshing for the Wu people to ask for help from the Han people, but it is really annoying to have Wu people come to their door every day to nag about the good things between Han and Wu.
Feng Jishi and Xiang Lang stood on top and whispered to each other, and no one else could hear what they were saying.
But when Lu Hao felt the eyes of the two guys drifting here intentionally or unintentionally, he always felt that something was not quite right.
But he quickly put this feeling aside, because what really frightened him was the scholars filing in.
When the last scholar disappeared from the school gate, then the school door creaked and finally closed with a "bang".
Lu Hao, who had always looked gloomy, actually trembled slightly and his face turned a little pale.
Until Qin Boy said something meaningfully in his ear:
“Lu Shangshu, Xiang Gong just came here specifically to say that Feng Junhou promised to provide good horses. Why does Shangshu look unhappy?”
This made Lu Hao suddenly wake up, but he forced a smile:
“It’s just that I’m worried.”
“What worries the minister?”
Lu Hao's eyes fell on the high platform of the school again, but he saw that Feng Yong had already disappeared.
his eyes were a little dull, as if he was answering, but also seemed to be muttering to himself: "Compared with hundreds of talents, thousands of horses, what are they?"
“What is Shangshu talking about?”
"It's nothing. I'm a little tired, so I'll go back first. You can take care of the matter of the war horse."
Lu Hao suddenly let out a long sigh, shook his head, and suddenly turned around and left. His figure seemed to be a little worried.
Qin Bo didn't know why Lu Hao looked like this, but when he heard that the matter was left to him and others, he was overjoyed and his doubts were thrown away for a moment.
These days, Liangzhou has given priority to exams. Even if Lu Mao wanted to see Feng Mingwen, he couldn't get him. Qin Bo didn't dare to act rashly, lest he leak the school affairs.
At this time, I finally heard that the other party agreed to provide a good horse. Isn't this a great opportunity to meet Feng Mingwen?
“Qin Bo wants to see me?”
The ranking of the candidates for the exam has not yet come out, and Governor Feng has an additional invitation in his hand.
"Since he came to Liangzhou, I haven't seen him do anything. I thought he could keep his composure. It seems that he is more anxious than I expected."
It is a good thing for the other party to be anxious. In negotiations, whoever is anxious first will be at a disadvantage.
“Let him in.”
Qin Bo, who was waiting anxiously outside, heard that Feng Jishi had agreed to see him, and his face showed great joy. He quickly adjusted his clothes and then followed his servants into the hall.
Seeing the tall figure at the top, Qin Bo did not take a closer look and quickly saluted:
“Bo has met the king.”
“Get up, there is no need to be so polite about school affairs in Qin, please sit down.”
Hearing Governor Feng reveal his identity, Qin Bo's heart suddenly jumped:
Although the other party has never seen him alone, he made his identity clear as soon as they met, and he may have already investigated a lot of things secretly.
For Qin Bo, how to use the Han Dynasty, to be precise, mainly how to use the Prosperous Hanhui to achieve the status of maintaining the school affairs office in His Majesty's heart is far more important than getting war horses from Liangzhou.
It’s not that the war horse is unimportant, but that the war horse is only part of the purpose of his trip.
So when Governor Feng revealed his true identity, Qin Bo couldn't help but feel a little worried.
With this in mind, he quickly thanked her and sat down carefully.
After the servants served Qin Bo tea, Governor Feng waved his hand and motioned for everyone to go down, and then asked:
“I don’t know if Principal Qin is here, but what’s the important matter?”
“It has something to do with the war horse trade…”
Feng Yong stretched out his arm and put three fingers on the lid of the teacup. He smiled when he heard the words:
"Isn't there a dedicated person in charge of the war horse matter in the governor's office? Why do you bother Principal Qin to come and talk to me personally?"
Thousands of war horses are indeed a big deal for Liangzhou.
However, the details of this transaction were not important enough for Governor Feng to come forward to negotiate in person.
If we say that a horse farm was opened in Longyou back then, the horses bred from the Hequ horse as the female breed could be used for both riding and carrying, which solved the problem of spare horses and training horses for the cavalry.
Then the beginning of mass breeding of mules was a sign that the mobility and logistics problems of the infantry were solved.
As for now, Liangzhou horses are used as the mother breed to start solving the problem of war horses for heavy cavalry and elite cavalry.
To put it bluntly, the Han Dynasty who controlled Liangzhou could not only cultivate horse breeds systematically, but the quality and quantity of the war horses they produced were much more stable than those of Wei.
After all, although the Wei State had Bingzhou and Youzhou, they often had to supplement qualified war horses from the Hu people.
What is advanced knowledge and technology that promotes productivity progress?
This is it! Breeding technology...that is also a piece of knowledge!
Governor Feng has been busy with the Wu envoy these days, but he has done nothing.
Rather, he was deliberately testing Wu people's views on war horses.
After testing, the think tank of Liangzhou Governor’s Office came to a conclusion:
Does the man in the boat, Wu, know a hammer horse? !
The fine war horses produced by Liangzhou horses are not enough for Feng Jishi himself, and it is certainly impossible to sell them to Wu.
But the first generation of war horses bred by the Han Dynasty, that is, the horses bred from the Hequ horse as the female breed, were picky and incompatible with the Wu people, so there was no problem at all.
At any rate, this is what Governor Feng planned to do.
After understanding the details of the Wu people, Governor Feng's anger when he first heard about the Wu people's request for horses has turned into a calm state of mind.
The Hequ Horse is awesome. It can be used as both a war horse and a pack horse. Its hooves are as big as bowls and its strength is not small. It is very good!
It’s just that the horseshoe is a bit thin and easy to wear...
Feng Jishi had no intention of telling Wu Guo about the little secret of horseshoe.
A two-piece suit is almost enough.
As for arms exports, it is fundamental to reduce allocations.
Horseshoes consume too much iron, so Wu State should not waste precious iron materials on such useless gadgets.
Besides, there is nothing else in Liangzhou but Ma Duo!
Whenever the horses in Jiangdong are not enough, you can buy them again at any time.
It was designed inside and out, and Qin Bo even came to tell Governor Feng about this matter. No wonder Feng Governor showed such a lack of interest.
Although Qin Bo's official position in Wu State is low, he is also a figure who is feared by many powerful officials in Wu State.
But in front of Governor Feng, he did not dare to lose his temper at all.
I saw him smiling and saying:
“Your Majesty, although I don’t understand military matters, I have inquired a lot about war horses these days. These war horses cannot be immediately put into battle when they arrive in Wu.”
"Since I came to Liangzhou, I have not seen the cavalry under the command of the princes. I found that the weapons and equipment of the cavalry are very different from those of the infantry. Raising horses is a big expense, not to mention that the cavalry also has We have to build additional ordnance.”
"I, Da Wu, have been fighting with Wei thieves for many years. The kings and princes are also people who know the military. They know that when the soldiers and horses move, the money and food will be poured out like running water."
“So I, Da Wu, have not had enough money and food in the treasury these past few years!”
Governor Feng picked up the tea cup and took a sip:
“The Qin school affairs, the money and food in the Wu government’s treasury are not yours, it’s your Wu country’s business. If you tell me, I can’t help you!”
“Besides, in the past few years, Liangzhou has been transporting grain from other places to provide relief every year. No matter how poor you are, can you be as poor as Liangzhou?”
“And this time, the war horses I gave to Wu were squeezed out by tightening their belts, but they lost all their capital!”
It is impossible to negotiate prices. When did I, Feng Guiwang, ever do business at a loss?
If you make less money, it is already considered a loss. This is because the two countries are allies.
“You are so humble! Who doesn’t know that you have a good way of making money? I’ve heard that, in the past two years, you have sent troops outside the Great Wall, but you have made a lot of money..."
Um?
Feng Jishi's eyes turned cold and he glanced over, "Are you trying to ridicule me?"
Unexpectedly, I saw the admiration and envy on the other party’s face:
"Zhuge Yuanxun is considered a young leader of our Wu Kingdom. He also pacified Shanyue last year. However, Xizai cannot compare with the king's ability and magnanimity. He recruited more than 100,000 mountain people, but in the end, not even half of the money came into the treasury. ,well!"
When Governor Feng heard that "there are more than 100,000 mountain people", he couldn't help but swallowed a mouthful of saliva and subconsciously asked:
“How much does this cost? Why is there no money in the treasury?”
How many years did it take for Hanzhong to get more than 100,000 barbarians to fill the manors? It was not easy for Hanzhong to prosper again.
In those years, Old Yao Zhuge only collected tolls, sold his membership in the militia, and sold dry food, and he was able to eat half full.
Not to mention the wave of sales after the pacification of the Southern Barbarians, it was simply a round belly.
But Qin Bo slapped his thigh:
"Otherwise, Zhuge Yuanxun is no match for the princes! He organized 40,000 young men into the army, but the remaining 60,000 to 70,000 people were secretly divided among the generals. No money has been put into the treasury.”
Holy shit!
You generals in the Wu army are really happy.
If this kind of thing happened to the Han Dynasty, it would be a trivial matter if the generals in the army were **** by the old monster Zhuge. Whether or not their heads could be saved would be a big deal.
Hearing Qin Bo tell him such things, even belittling Zhuge Ke, Feng's heart moved:
“So the reason why Principal Qin came here is not just for the horse trade, right?”
Qin Bo moved his body and turned towards Feng Jishi as much as possible to show respect:
"Your Majesty is very pleased with me. I have come here just to discuss money matters with you."
(End of this chapter)