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Volume 1 Chapter 167 Changes amidst changes and changes again

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    Wang Chong and his group of more than a hundred horses meandered along the ancient roads. Occasionally, their horses stepped on the bluestone slabs and made a ticking sound, which made Wang Chong sigh with emotion again.  (Baidu Search Literature Museum) On the road more than ten miles east of Anle City, the ancient Shu Road from the Han Dynasty still remains, and then disappeared between the mountains and fields.  The road back to Gulin in the north was made by the mules and horses of the caravan.  Wang Chong¡¯s previous Southwest Strategy was aimed at developing the southwest, and the prerequisite for regional development was road construction.  In the southwest, regardless of whether it was the Tang Dynasty or the Song Dynasty, transportation still rested on the legacy of the Qin and Han Dynasties.  After the Qin Dynasty destroyed Bashu, it used the access road as the key to controlling the southwest. Li Bing, the governor of Shu, not only built Dujiangyan, but also built the main road from Chengdu to Bodao, which is Yibin.  When the First Emperor was on the throne, he was even more ambitious and ordered Chang Dai to build a road from Yibin, southward through Weining, Guizhou, into the Yunnan border, and arrived at Qujing, a total length of nearly a thousand miles.  There are high mountains and deep valleys along the way, and roads are mostly cut on cliffs and overhanging rocks. Only a five-foot-wide mountain road can be made. This is the "Five-foot Qin Road".  After the Qin Dynasty, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty took over the ambition of the First Emperor and ordered Sima Xiangru to build the Xiyi Road, leading from Sichuan to Xichang and south to Yunnan.  Tang Meng was then sent to build the Nanyi Road, along the old site of the "Wuchi Road" into Bijie, and then went eastward deep into the hinterland of Guizhou, reaching the bank of the Zangda River, and going straight down to Guangdong and Guangxi.  This Shu Road along the Anle River was a branch of the Nanyi Road in the Han Dynasty.  During the Tang and Song dynasties, the era of frontier expansion had passed, and the southwest became quiet. The Qin and Han roads gradually fell into disrepair. Although they were still the main routes for caravans to travel, no one maintained them, let alone repaired them.  As far as Wang Chong knows, the situation did not change until the Ming Dynasty.  When the Shexiang Guan of the Yongning She family led the She family and the Shuixi'an family, the predecessor of the Luo family ghost country, they built three roads in succession, one from Bijie to the west to Wumeng, and one from Bijie to the east to Longchang, all the way to Guiyang.  There are nine post houses built.  That is, Longchang Jiuyi.  There is another one to the north, together with Bijie, Gulin and Xuyong, which is Linzhou and Gusong at this time.  If these three roads can be built at this time, the process of connecting the southwest with Shu and even the Central Plains will be greatly accelerated. This is why Wang Chong lamented the lack of luxury.  This is just what Wang Chong thinks in his spare time. Whether roads can be built depends on the situation. Even if there is luxury at this time, it is impossible to build these three roads.  but.  In Wang Chong's heart, he still had hopes for road construction.  "By taking Pangan, the road north of Chishui River will be open, but the other road depends on whether Mr. Zong's voice is loud enough." While Wang Chong was thinking to himself.  In the Chui Gong Hall of Bianliang Imperial City, the ministers were quarreling red-faced in front of Zhao Ji. A memorial was spread out in front of Zhao Ji's case. The memorial was a thick stack, densely packed with small regular script, which made Zhao Ji rub his eyes.  "Rediscussing Southwest Affairs", this is the judge of the Border Affairs Department.  Zhi Linzhou Shi Zongze was involved in official affairs with the Border Affairs Division, and Wang Chong of Zhi Xingwen Village jointly signed up.  The memorial summarizes the achievements of the Border Affairs Department in Luzhou in the past year in a concise length, and strongly proves that the country's use of the Southwest is correct.  Then, with a thousand words, he proposed a more ambitious goal.  It is summarized as the Seven Southwest Articles.  The first one is to restructure the southwestern restraint system and comprehensively clean up the chaotic pattern that only followed the old restraint system in the Tang Dynasty, so as to promote the new restraint system.  The Xuanfu envoy was originally a temporary military and political position, and only the ministers in power could hold this position.  Control the military, money and food along the way or even several routes to deal with major events.  For example, Tong Guan.  Now it is the Sixth Route Military and Political Affairs including Xuanfu, Hedong, Hebei, and Shaanxi.  Zongze and Wang Chong suggested that the Xuanfu Division should be the permanent envoy in charge of the barbarians in the southwest. This division would integrate the transportation division, the pacification division, the punishment and prison division, and the academic promotion division.  In order to implement the policy of converting the barbarians into the Han Dynasty.  Except for the "far barbarians" such as the Mahu Man, Shimen Fan Tribe, Luo Shi Gui Kingdom, and Luo Dian Kingdom, all other vassals and barbarians who requested land from the imperial court were newly granted the title.  The Tang Dynasty titles such as "dudu", "general" and "provincial governor" held by the Yi chieftains were removed, and the titles of the same Xuanfu envoy, Xuanfu deputy envoy, etc. in the Xuanfu envoy department were replaced by hereditary titles such as Xuanfu envoy and Xuanfu envoy.  The military prefectures originally led by each vassal and barbarian were also changed to the inland state and county system, and the errands held by the vassal and barbarian leaders were also changed to magistrates and county affairs. They were only determined by the Jisi and could be hereditary.  The second article is to establish the "Qianzhou Xuanfu Division Road" based on the heavy supervision system of Xuanfu envoys and governors, linking Linzhou, Qinzhou, Zhenzhou, Zizhou, Chunzhou, Chengzhou, Bozhou,  The Zunyi Army, Manzhou, Juzhou, Nanning Prefecture and the Jisi Prefectures led by Qianzhou were all included in this road.  The lord of the feudal lord who was the most powerful in the army of that road was chosen as the Tongxuanfu envoy and the Xuanfu deputy envoy, and his territory was divided into prefectures and counties.  The imperial court set up the Xuanfu Envoy Office in Linzhou to take charge of the military and administration of the road.  The third article is a step further based on the second article. It is recommended that after the establishment of the Qianzhou Xuanfu Department, the Lunan Border Appeasement Department should be abolished to save money and food.  The affairs of the barbarians south of Luzhou were under the unified management of Xuanfusi Road in Qianzhou.  Zongze and Wang Chong believed that using the Xuanfu Division in Guizhou to implement "pacifying the Han with the Han" and "using the Han to control the Ban" was not only effective, but also low cost. According to rough calculations, after the cancellation of the Lunan Border Pacifying Division, the Zizhou Road  He and the Luzhou Army saved at least 600,000 yuan in expenses every year.    The fourth article explains the personnel, money and food rights of Xuanfu Division in Qianzhou, and how the court controls them. The two suggested that they try to change the Border Affairs Division to Qianzhou Xuanfu Division to resolve the disagreement between the Border Affairs Division.  Problems with the court system.  Not only did the imperial court control the personnel power of Xuanfu in Qianzhou, it also had military personnel rights such as the custody of soldiers and horses, and had deep control over the barbarians in the southwest.  The fifth article explains the disadvantages of establishing the Qianzhou Xuanfu Division, that is, improper employment, excessive search, and easy stirring up side troubles.  It is also necessary to set up some prisons, promote academic affairs, and distribute administrative powers. At the same time, the king's laws should be implemented and education should be promoted.  The two suggested setting up a school on Qianzhou Road to attract the upper class of the feudal lords to join the Han Dynasty.  Then he set up a school in the Imperial College, enrolled the children of the barbarian chiefs, allowed them to participate in the imperial examination, and appointed officials with the Southwest Chaoshu method, and they were appointed to various places in the southwest and even Guangnan.  "The heroes of Hua Tufan are loyal ministers of our Han family. The ancestor of He Yi used the imperial examination to recruit the heroes of the world." When Zhao Ji saw this sentence, his heart moved.  Article 6 When it comes to building roads, Zongze suggested building a direct road from Nanning Prefecture to the north to Bozhou, and then building a road west to Linzhou, so as to connect the southwestern vassals into one.  This road does not need to be paid by the court. Instead, it is opened with salt and collected mules and horses from Yunnan and Guizhou. The Xuanfu Division divides the road sections according to the salt and horse leads of each vassal.  Three to five years later, the West Road from Shu to Guangnan became smooth.  Article 7 only talks about Luo's Ghost Kingdom. Zongze believes that if the imperial court moves to impose border controls in the east of Luo's Ghost Kingdom, the Wuman will be wary, so it is best to treat it with gentleness.  "One is old and the other is young. But the material is that he is a little greedy." Zhao Ji reluctantly finished reading it, and when he was dizzy, he had this emotion.  Although the southwest is barren, there are not many threats, it is far less important than the northwest, and the interests and reputation are not as prominent as Shuo Yanyun, but after all, it is opening up territory.  If it can be taken down without any cost or much trouble, it can be taken down.  He was happy to see it succeed. Which emperor wouldn't want to follow the example of Qin Emperor and Han Dynasty?  It was just a strategy proposed by Zongze and Wang Chong, and it was too relevant, especially the Chongli Jisi, and the establishment of a separate Xuanfu Envoy Department.  It was a major change to the old imperial system. No wonder the chief officials and ministers argued endlessly, but only Wang Fu insisted.  Wang Fu naturally insisted on setting up this division, opening up a new road, and opening up an area of ??at least five thousand miles. The imperial court must reward him with a deputy prime minister.  From this memorial.  Zhao Ji thought of Tang Ke's previous comments, and Zongze and Wang Chong's response was really wonderful.  The two people's positions are very clear. Their ambition is not to join the Luo Kingdom, but to integrate the barbarians to the east of the Luo Kingdom.  With the court firmly in control, Tang Ke's impeachment suddenly seemed pointless and ridiculous.  But Cai Jing was right. Zongze and Wang Chong relied on the Border Affairs Department to act wantonly.  It also breaks the court's rules, especially now.  He was about to look north, and the southwest should not cause too much trouble Zhao Ji hesitated for a moment. In the southwest, there were too many constraints and not much benefit, but if you put some effort, you can get it, and the risk is not too big.  In the northwest and even the north, although there are few constraints, he can almost act arbitrarily, and the benefits are large, but there is still no hope. How should he choose between these places?  Suddenly, an urgent report came from the chamberlain: "The Yintai Si came to the memorial hall to report urgently! Qiang and Fan rebellion broke out in Weizhou, Maozhou, Chengdu, and Zhou Xu, the governor of Shu, was frustrated! The transfer envoy on Lizhou Road, the military commander on Chengdu Road, and others  Impeach Zhou Xu for waiting for chaos and rashly marching in the army!" The debate stopped abruptly, and all the ministers turned their attention to Zhao Ji. Cai Jing let out a sigh of relief, while Wang Fu darkened his face.  The situation is very clear. The land of Shu is already in chaos. How can we allow Zongze and Wang Chong to stir up trouble in Luzhou again?  No longer having to face a choice, Zhao Ji said with relief: "This matter is of great importance. Please consider it from a long-term perspective. I would like to trouble the prime minister to plan for the chaos in Shu." Cai Jing said in a deep voice: "What Zongze and Wang Chong said can be discussed from a long-term perspective, but  The two of them are taking advantage of their power, but they must not be ignored! It is a time of chaos in Shu, and they must be severely punished to prevent further border chaos! The old minister believes that they should be dismissed and replaced by mature and responsible people to take charge of border affairs and Luzhou affairs.  Fu was in a hurry. The Border Affairs Department almost relied on the old and the young to work. Cai Jing's move was to cut off the roots of his Border Affairs Department.  Thinking of the private message sent by Wang Chong from Zongze, Wang Fu came to his senses in a hurry and raised his voice: "During the chaos in Yanzhou before, the Shu soldiers were no longer available. Now there is chaos in Maozhou, Weizhou, which is just a foot away from Chengdu. He is so anxious.  There are no troops available. Luzhou Fangzheng, the Border Affairs Secretary, gathered the Yi and Tibetan soldiers in the southwest to teach and teach them. As for the affairs in the southwest, we will wait for the rebellion to be settled. " Cai Jing was about to object, but Zhao Ji was about to object.  He raised his eyebrows.  Wang Fu had already reported the matter of gathering Tibetan soldiers to teach them, saying that the vassals were commendable for their loyalty, and that Zongze and Wang Chong worked hard and asked them to take credit, but Cai Jing stopped him.  It is already known to everyone that the Shu army is useless. The Western Army was used to put down the Yanzhou rebellion, but it left a lot of unfair funeral affairs. Tong Guan has been complaining, giving him a headache.  Since we can do without the Western Army and use barbarians to control barbarians, why not?  He quickly said: "This strategy can be used." Cai Jing snorted secretly, butHe gave up and said: "Since Zhou Xu has been impeached by everyone, regardless of right or wrong, he is no longer useful. He should appoint a capable minister to take over as the governor of Shu." Xu Guangning, who had been silent in the debate before, said: "Sun Xisou is good"  Everyone agreed. Sun Xisou was in charge of the civil affairs of the grain road when he put down the rebellion in Yanzhou. He had rich experience and sufficient qualifications.  Wang Fu glanced at Xu Guangning, wondering what his intention was.  Sun Xisou got along well with Zongze and Wang Chong, and they strongly supported the Border Affairs Division. If this person was transferred and Luzhou was replaced, it would be difficult to say what the future of the Border Affairs Division's Luzhou Fang would be.  Cai Jing pondered for a moment, nodded and said: "The old minister also recommended Sun Xisou." Xu Guangning secretly thought that this was also a favor to Wang Chong. The turmoil caused by Zongze and Wang Chong was too big, so it was better not to continue to interfere with the southwestern barbarian affairs.  It would be better to earn some more military merit and jump out of this whirlpool.  As for himself, Xu Guangning looked at Wang Fu and Cai Jing and said in his heart that I have no intention of clinging to you. Tang Ke didn't impeach anyone. You are the culprit of the trouble. I just pulled the reins to make the horse run slower.  Zhao Ji waved his sleeves impatiently: "That's it. As soon as the matter is settled, the free minister will discuss it with the ministers." Wang Chong returned to Linzhou and learned about the Qiangfan rebellion in Maozhou, Weizhou. However, unlike Zongze,  Not only did he get official news, Li Yinyue also brought news about his father Li Muqing.  "The newspapers should have arrived in Bianliang" Zongze said in a serious tone. This was really a disaster from heaven. Just as he was about to take action, something happened in Chengdu.  With this chaos, the imperial court would not allow Luzhou to have any more troubles.  Wang Chong said: "We haven't received the imperial order yet." He smiled again and said: "What's more, the chaos in Weizhou and Maozhou is a minor problem. As long as we send out three thousand capable officers and soldiers and advance step by step, the chaos will subside.  Zongze frowned and heard Wang Chong say again: "As long as the final result is good, even if the minister or even the officials are not happy, they will hold their noses and admit it." Zongze found it difficult to accept: "This is to deceive the emperor.  " Wang Chong said something rebellious: "Who among the ministers in the dynasty would not deceive the emperor? Why did Tong Xiang deceive the emperor back then?  Dare to correct the decree and fail to pass this order. This is not deceiving the emperor. What else is deceiving the emperor?  Zongze was silent for a long time, nodded slowly, and then sighed: "It's a pity that time is running out, and it's hard to find the reason. How can we get Sun Yao to nod to send troops?" "If I am not mistaken, the small Wuman tribe in the west of Zizhou has already  There was chaos, the Qiang and Fan rebels, Sun Yat-Sen asked all the fortresses to step up inspections, and the chaos started" Wang Chong made a gesture of fighting with his palms together.  "The Tibetan soldiers who were taught last time couldn't bear it anymore and took the initiative" Zongze murmured to himself and suddenly opened his eyes: "Shou Zheng, are you going to kill Pang Gan!?" Wang Chong smiled and said nothing, Zongze shook his head and smiled bitterly:  "Poor Pang Gan, he doesn't know that he is a pig or sheep in captivity." Wang Chong said again: "But if you do this, you will definitely be held accountable by the court for not practicing law. According to the judgment, it is better to avoid it for the time being. The reason for this responsibility  The kid is carrying it." Zongze snorted, "You think so highly of yourself that you can take on this responsibility?" Wang Chong scratched his head, feeling moved and speechless.
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