Since there were no radios, no radars, no reconnaissance aircraft in this era. Therefore, if the Dongnae naval army wanted to intercept the Samhan tribute ship, the only way was to be like the Caribbean pirates of later generations, wandering around the sea all day long in the hope of waiting for the rabbit to catch a few fat sheep. Fortunately, the range of activities of the Samhan Gong ship was not large, and there were many small islands in Ganghwa Bay where the fleet could hide. Therefore, even if you know that the Samhan Gong ship will not depart until late June. When the long-lost westerly wind came to the Bohai Sea in early June, the Donglai Navy anchored in Longkou Port couldn't wait to set sail.

Of course, this operation of the Donglai Navy only claimed to be to return to Changguang Water Village to repair ships. Only a few people involved in the pirate plan, such as Cai Ji, Tai Shici, and Guan Cheng, knew the true purpose of this voyage. As for Duan Kui, Huang Zhen, Guan Tong and others, they were all kept in the dark. What's more, a news from Chang'an later also made them have no time to care about the intention of the navy to go to sea this time.

In the first year of Han Xingping, on the second day of the first month of June, an earthquake occurred in Chang'an, Beijing, and the next day, another earthquake. Although it was ten days later when the news reached Donglai. But Cai Ji still took this opportunity to summon a cadre and others to the Taishou Mansion to discuss how to deal with this matter. Speaking of which, this is the first time since the last time that the leaders of Donglai have gathered to discuss countermeasures. However, the atmosphere was much more pleasant than the last time. It is no wonder that the locust plague has been invading Donglai for more than a month since early May. During this period, although the two counties of Buqi and Changguang were severely affected by the disaster, the spring wheat harvest was lost, and the act of cash-for-work consumed a lot of grain stored by the county government. But compared with the starvation of the surrounding states and counties, Donglai finally saved his vitality in this catastrophe.

As far as the county capital Huangxian itself is concerned, after some "careful planning" by Duan Kui, Guan Tong and others, this time the county government did repair a series of projects such as city walls, docks, and water villages at the lowest cost. Although this move has attracted criticism from "Diao Min" such as Sailuban. However, at this moment, Duan Kui, Huang Zhen, and Guan Tong all had expressions of "I am a capable minister" on their faces.

Of course, Cai Ji didn't have the heart to pull down the skin of these three old foxes at this time. Therefore, after some greetings, she immediately said straight to the point that this earthquake in Beijing was held, and I don't know what countermeasures you have? ”

As soon as Cai Ji's words fell, the expressions of the other three people present changed from "I am a capable minister" to "What are you doing". After a period of silence of eyes and noses, and hearts and minds, in the end, it was Duan Kui who broke the silence and took the lead in sighing, and the earthquake was a curse. It must have been the heavens' dissatisfaction with Li Dao, Guo Yan, Zhang Ji, Fan Chou and other Dong thieves who disturbed the dynasty, so that such a disaster came. ”

"yes. I heard that Li Dao and others were nepotistic in Beijing, and they lost their temper at the slightest disappointment, and they didn't take His Majesty in their eyes at all. With such a tyrannical person in charge of the court, it is no wonder that God does not condemn crimes. Huang Zhen echoed the words.

Cai Ji saw that Duan Kui and the others moved out of the official tone again, and thought that this was really a typical "those who use the knife will die under the knife". It is a mixture of mediocrity and feudal superstition. "谶" is a kind of metaphor or prophecy of the shaman's or priest's system, as a sign or sign of good luck and evil. "Wei" is the "classic", which is a collection of various works of Confucian classics compiled by Confucian scholars. In the later period of the Western Han Dynasty, starting with Dong Zhongshu's great lectures on Fu Rui's disasters and the theology of Confucianism, superstitions began to spread widely. Wang Mang and Liu Xiu both used the theology of Zhiwei to preach that being an emperor is the "mandate of heaven" and the will of God. In particular, Liu Xiu has a deep belief in the Wei Wei, and whether it is the use of people to govern or the importance of decision-making, it must be based on the Wei Wei. It's just that Liu Xiu may not have thought that a hundred years later, there would be people who would stand by and watch his children and grandchildren in the name of God.

However, Cai Ji didn't listen to them talk about Duan Kui and the others today. Therefore, even if she opened her mouth to point out, Li Dao, Guo Yan and others were certainly angry and resentful. But His Majesty and the people of Jingshi were innocent. Now that the Beijing division has experienced droughts, locust plagues, and earthquakes, as the courtiers of the Han Dynasty, can we just stand by and watch.

Duan Kui and the others were somewhat unable to hang up their old faces when Cai Ji said this. But at this moment, Guan Tong, who had not spoken before, explained for Duan Kui and the others, "Xiao Cai Fujun misunderstood. It's not that we want to sit idly by. It is only because of this that the court is controlled by the remnants of Dong thieves. Even if we pay tribute to the capital division, we will only fall into the hands of thieves in the end. His Majesty and the people of Beijing will not share an extra penny and collect an extra grain because of this. ”

"Xiao Cai Fujun is loyal and righteous, and he is really an example for my generation. But don't be a thief because of a woman's kindness! Huang Zhen hurriedly followed while putting a high hat on Cai Ji, while turning around to oppose the relief of Chang'an.

And Duan Kui directly bowed his hand to Cai Ji and asked Xiao Cai Fujun to go three or four times. ”

In fact, Cai Ji originally just wanted Duan Kui and others to pay some money and food to the imperial court, in order to leave an impression in the eyes of Emperor Han, and at the same time to make a reputation. As soon as she mentioned this matter, Guan Tong, Duan Kui, and Huang Zhen objected in unison. Cai Ji thought to himself that he had known that he should have recruited Tai Shici, who was training outside the city, together. At least Ether Shici's temper will definitely support donating money and food to the imperial court.

But since righteousness can't convince the three old foxes in front of him, let's change the temptation. Thinking of this, Cai Ji immediately waved his hand and said what the monarchs said, and Ji Ji knew. However, we donated grain to the imperial court out of loyalty to His Majesty. How can we give up our loyalty because we are afraid of thieves like Li Dao and Guo Yan? What's more, you didn't see Xuzhou's Tao envoy, Jun didn't send Zhao Yu to Beijing to pay tribute. ”

There is a reason why Cai Ji mentioned Tao Qian sending Zhao Yu to pay tribute. It should be known that at the beginning, Zhao Yu and Wang Lang, famous scholars in Xuzhou, had built a yì Tao Qian and sent envoys to Beijing to pay tribute to show their support for the Han family. Tao Qian readily agreed to the proposal of the two. After receiving the tribute and the concert, the Han Emperor praised and promoted Tao Qian to the general of Xuzhou Mu and Andong; Zhao Yu was promoted to Guangling Taishou; Wang Lang was promoted to the post of Huiji Taishou. Therefore, Cai Ji's implication in mentioning this matter at this moment is to imply that Duan Kui and the others may have an unexpected gain when they go to Jingshi to send charcoal in the snow at this time.

Sure enough, as soon as Cai Ji's words fell, Duan Kui and Huang Zhen both showed hesitation. However, at this time, Guan Tong woke up the two people with a stick, and Xiao Cai Fujun said something wrong. As the saying goes, this time, that time. When Tao Qian paid tribute, there was no famine in the world. But at present, the Central Plains is thousands of miles away, and the granaries of many states and counties have already bottomed out. If Donglai pays tribute to the court at this time, it is undoubtedly announcing to the world that Donglai has surplus grain. Xiao Caifu Junru, as a Taishou, also knew that it was not easy for Donglai to keep this grain stock. If this leads to a military disaster, then what would it be? ”

The reason why Guan Tong is so resolutely opposed to donating money and grain to the imperial court is not that he has no feelings for the Han family. Rather, Guan Tong's loyalty to Yuan Shao was limited to his loyalty to the Han Emperor. Therefore, his every move is based on Yuan Shao's interests. In the eyes of the management system, Yuan Shao, who has the world in mind, and Li Dao, Guo Yan and others who hijacked the Han Emperor and controlled the government, are mortal enemies. No matter what reason Cai Ji paid tribute to Chang'an, he was making enemies. Since he has promised the lord that he will take over Donglai County, he must not allow Donglai County to show favor to other forces.

However, although the purpose of the ruler was narrow, his painstaking persuasion really worked. Not only did Duan Kui and Huang Zhen regain their previous attitude of resolutely opposing tribute. Even Cai Ji himself was a little shaken. Donglai's military strength is still weak, and if it really wants to attract other forces to attack because of food, it will be more than worth the loss. After all, what Donglai needs most at the moment is to cultivate and recuperate, not a false title from the imperial court.

When Guan Tong saw Cai Ji bow his head and think about it and stop talking, he knew that he had been shaken. So he hurriedly found a step and handed it to Cai Jidao, and Xiao Cai Fujun should not be discouraged. As the saying goes, as long as you are loyal, you will have the opportunity to pay tribute to the imperial court in the future. ”

Cai Ji also felt that it made sense when he heard Guan Tong say this. Anyway, Emperor Xian's little white lotus has spent most of his life in exile, and he will indeed have the opportunity to send charcoal to him in the future. Therefore, even if she accepted the steps handed by the management commander, she said with a reluctant expression, and the matter was put on hold for the time being. In the future, if there is a chance, Ji Ding will personally confess to His Majesty. ”

Everyone was relieved to see that Cai Ji had given up the idea of aiding Jingshi. But at this moment, Cai Ji suddenly turned the conversation to Guan Tong and asked, Guan Juncheng said that there was still surplus grain in the county government, but he didn't know how much was left? ”

Although the management system was stunned by Cai Ji's 180-degree turn, he still said according to the truth that he did not hide it from Xiao Cai Fujun, and the grain in the official warehouse at present was less than 30% of previous years. In addition, the harvest in Changguang County is not good, and I am afraid that this winter will be difficult. ”

"Is it too late for the two counties of Changguang to sow seeds at this moment?" Cai Ji asked.

Guan Tong glanced at Cai Ji, shook his head with a wry smile and said It's June now, what else can be planted at this time? ”

"Could it be that Donglai is so empty in the second half of the year that a large field is left to be barren? There is a way that there is no agricultural instability, and it is not good to go on like this. Cai Ji frowned.

"Ahem, this is also a helpless thing." Huang Zhen shook her head helplessly.

However, Cai Ji was not discouraged by Guan Tong and Duan Kui's statement, but reminded the two of them that Dong Mai! We can also grow winter wheat. Sow in September and October, and harvest in April and May of the following year. ”

But as soon as Cai Ji said this, Duan Kui, who was sitting on her left, shook his head unceremoniously and said that this year's rain is scarce, and I am afraid that it will be another dry year. In such a year, it is difficult to survive even if winter wheat is planted. ”

"Just because it's hard to survive doesn't mean you can't survive. What's more, we can't just wait for the rain to rain, and we can bring water from the river to irrigate the fields. Cai Ji said resolutely.

When Huang Zhen heard Cai Ji say this, she thought that she didn't know the geographical situation of Donglai, so she kindly reminded her. "Xiao Cai Fujun doesn't know that in the mountainous area of Donglaiduo, there are not many fields that can be irrigated by river water. Coupled with the current lack of rain, the water level of the river is low, and the canals are dry nine times out of ten. ”

"Huang Gongcao's words are wrong, the water level of the river is low, and we can lead the water ashore." Speaking of this, Cai Ji finally threw out the second theme of today's meeting.

"Guiding the water ashore?"

In the face of everyone's unanimous questioning, Cai Ji clapped his hands and asked people to bring up a bonsai similar to the size of a bookcase. Needless to say, this is the model of the waterwheel that Cai Ji customized to Sailuban before. I saw that there were not only the two waterwheels provided by Cai Ji above, but also the corresponding fields, rivers, farmhouses, hillsides and even terraced fields. At first glance, it looks like a shrunken world, and it's amazing.

Seeing that everyone's eyes were attracted by this delicate bonsai, Cai Ji immediately got up and walked to the bonsai and introduced that this thing is called a dumping car, and the ditch that can lead the river to the shore by stepping on it by manpower can be carried onto the shore. This is a cylinder cart that carries water from the river up the canal to irrigate the fields on this hillside. ”

When everyone heard Cai Ji's introduction, they hurriedly gathered around to carefully observe the two new things she was referring to. And Guan Tong has more knowledge than the other two, but he heard him point to the overturned car and ask Overturned? But Bi Lan's water lifting overturned. ”

"Nope. That's it. Cai Ji said and flicked the pedal of the overturned car with his fingers, only to see that the river in the bonsai was lifted onto the canal by the overturned car after a while.

Seeing this, Huang Zhen on the side clapped her hands again and again and said, wonderful, wonderful. There is such a wonderful thing, not to mention the river bank, I am afraid that even the hillside can carry water. ”

"Huang Gongcao didn't say it." Cai Ji said, and ordered someone to get a kettle. Then the water in the pot was slowly poured into the small river, and the original stagnant water immediately turned into living water, and the cylinder carts by the river turned together. The cart takes the water from the creek and pours it into a bamboo canal all the way to the terraced rice fields on the slope of the bonsai mountain.

After Cai Ji's demonstration, all three people present realized that once the two waterwheels in this bonsai become real objects, it will mean that Donglai will be able to cultivate more fields, plant more wheat, and harvest more grain than the surrounding states and counties. In the current era of continuous disasters and famines, grain is the basis for hegemony, and there is no need to talk about it without food.

Thinking of this kind of waterwheel once used by the lord Yuan Shao, Jizhou will become a land of fish and rice in less than a year. At that time, Mo said that he had defeated Gongsun Zhan. I'm afraid that it will be easy to raise troops to the south. Guan Tong immediately clenched his fists and said excitedly, a good water diverter, we will not be afraid of drought years from now on! ”

"It's still June, and we're two months away from planting winter wheat. If we hurry up and have enough manpower, we will be able to build watermills in all villages in the county within two months. Perhaps even April will be a bumper harvest. Huang Zhen pinched his fingers and said. Of course, this is just Huang Zhen's wishful thinking.

In comparison, it was Duan Kui's expression that was the calmest. But seeing that he was learning from Cai Ji's example, he flicked the overturned car, and poured water on the kettle, and then asked Xiao Cai Fujun, this bonsai is made by Sailuban in the west of the city? ”

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