Episode 82 The Empress's Vinegar Jar

"Death Pension Files?"

"What do you mean by a bereavement pension?"

"What do you mean by death?"

"What do you call a file?"

On the Qing army's position in the south of Suzhou County, in the trenches, the officers were counting down the family situation of each of their subordinates, where they lived, who else was in the family, and what their surnames were...... It doesn't matter if it's a soldier or an officer, .

This kind of activity has been vigorously carried out in the entire Qing army for some time, and the focus is on the Central Plains Corps. The Central Plains Corps now has a strength of about 2 million, of which the original 400,000 Eight Banner Divisions were urgently transferred to the south after the war to converge, and there are still 400,000 Eight Banner Divisions. In this way, the ratio of the Eight Banner Divisions of the Central Plains Corps has reached a considerable height, and the ratio with the Han army has reached 2:3.

The soldiers of the Eighth Banner Division were mainly middle- and lower-class Manchu people, and the officers were middle- and upper-class Manchu people. Because they are Manchus, although they are also ordinary people, because of the long-term "policy tilt", the economic conditions are generally better than those of the Han people. Therefore, the education level of the soldiers of the Eight Banners Division was also much higher than that of the Han Army, and there was almost no illiteracy.

Comparatively speaking, the education level of the soldiers of the Han army division was very low, with an illiteracy rate of tens of percent, and their backgrounds were poorer and more ignorant. This so-called "death pension file" was registered, and in the Eighth Banner Division, many officers and even soldiers could see at a glance what was going on. This is not at all the court's kindness, wanting to comfort the family after the death of a soldier, but to accurately grasp the family situation of each soldier, once the battle surrenders or mutinies, the family members in the rear will be immediately retaliated.

On the contrary, in the Han military division, many soldiers did not even understand the meaning of the words "killed", "pension", and "archive".

Every officer was tasked with counting the family information of his soldiers. As officers, most of them could guess what was going on, but everyone had to continue to deceive the soldiers below.

"To be killed, is to be killed!"

"Pension, that is, after you die, the court will send a sum of money to your family!"

"The file is to record the situation in your family and report it to the court! With such millions of soldiers, how can the imperial court know where each of you lives, and what are your parents' names? Write it down and send money to your parents when you go back! ”

"Come on, come on, you have to remember! If you don't remember, you can't! ”

In each trench, the junior officers took notebooks to record the situation of the soldiers under their command. Some of the soldiers believed, some did not. The big-headed soldiers, who have always been oppressed, couldn't believe that the court would be so good for a while, they were unlucky to love guns, and the court would give money to their families.

At the same time, a rumor with a nose and eyes began to circulate in various trenches: the imperial court did not want to send money to our family at all, but wanted to pinch our family in the palm of their hands, so that we would not dare to surrender on the battlefield......

As a result, in many units that have already begun to be counted, many soldiers have quietly registered fake addresses and names. The officer hierarchy soon found out about the situation. There is a stipulation at the top that if you go back and take the counted address and name and can't find anyone or match the number, and this situation reaches a certain percentage, the commander of the unit will be dealt with by military law. Therefore, all units and officers at all levels were under great pressure to publicize the "bereavement policy" of the imperial court to the soldiers in a unified voice, and severely suppressed all those who talked nonsense. Each division shot several times a day.

Big loudspeakers were set up over various positions and barracks to broadcast the "special programs" of the Daqing Radio Station. A large number of high-ranking officials and scholars were invited to the radio, and the high-ranking officials patted their chests and assured and foamed at the mouth to introduce how good this policy was and what every detail of this policy was...... Scholars have been foaming at the mouth of the body to prove how advanced this "policy of compensating the dead of the whole army" is, how many countries in the world have practiced it for many years, and how useful it is in enhancing combat effectiveness...... Soldiers don't have to worry about such things that benefit the country and the people and are meritorious for a long time, our Qing Dynasty is just in line with international standards.

……

Xiang Xiaoqiang had already gone to the fortress to interview Zhu Yourong, and told her that Yonggui had lobbied for the Fourteen Gege, and was ordered by Guangwu to bring her property to the Fourteen Gege.

Zhu Yourong immediately asked Fourteen Gege what his reaction and emotions were? After receiving Xiang Xiaoqiang's affirmative reply, she seemed a little relieved.

However, looking at Zhu Yourong to Xiaoqiang, no matter how you look at it, it seems that there is something on your mind.

"After all, Princess Liaoyang still has a heart for me," Zhu Yourong sighed and said lightly, "Being able to tell us about this matter right away shows that she already regards herself as Princess Daming." Princess Liaoyang is not a fool, how Beiqing treated her, and how Daming treated her, is already here. Even if he is forever noble, even if Su Qin is reincarnated and Zhang Yi is reborn, what is the use. ”

Xiang Xiaoqiang smiled:

"It's not just about thinking about it. After all, Princess Liaoyang has a special background, and what Yonggui said makes sense...... Even if there is no sentence in Princess Liaoyang's heart, at least it is to the point. As long as the factors that Yonggui said still exist, Princess Liaoyang will always have concerns in her heart. Your Majesty, you still have to take a good look at Princess Liaoyang. …… By the way, in your name, assign a fast boat to Princess Liaoyang to Europe. Guangwu returns the property to her, and you help her transport it back, at least offsetting most of Guangwu's favors. ”

Zhu Yourong lowered his head, his breathing gradually became a little short, and his face was a little red.

Suddenly, she raised her head and said:

"Stand up, help Princess Liaoyang find a colt, what do you think?"

Xiang Xiaoqiang's head "boomed", and he didn't slow down for a long time.

He let out an indifferent "ah", slowly picked up the teacup and drank water, and his breathing began to become short.

Zhu Yourong observed him and said slowly:

"It's ...... What do you think? Isn't Princess Liaoyang worried about being 'hidden by our birds'? …… It doesn't matter, let's choose the best colt for her, a young, handsome, promising colt...... And we need to allow her to work as an intelligence agent for a long time after the war, and to use her expertise...... The concubine I am talking about is also in a high position in the Ming intelligence agency, so that Princess Liaoyang will be very relieved, even if she herself quits public office, she can become his career helper behind her husband and do a career......"

Xiang Xiaoqiang was pleasantly surprised in his heart, and a thought of disbelief jumped into his mind:

…… Could it be that the "horse" in Zhu Yourong's mouth is me? …… God, you won't care for me like that, will you!

Zhu Yourong continued to say slowly:

"Hmm...... The current deputy director of the Fourth Bureau of the East Factory...... Well, his name is Cai Hanzhi, who is less than thirty-five years old this year, and he is also dignified...... is only nine years older than Princess Liaoyang, and she is a good match...... It is said that this person is very talented, very capable, and has a great future in the East Factory..., and it is not impossible for him to become the director of the bureau and even the factory supervisor one day...... Moreover, the fourth bureau of Dongchang happens to be on the right side, and Princess Liaoyang has a long-term Japanese background, and the cooperation between the two will be like fish and water in the future...... Quite right, what do you think? What do you think of this Cai Hanzhi as Princess Liaoyang's concubine? ”

……

Xiang Xiaoqiang's surprise just arose, but at this moment, he fell to the bottom again.

His face slowly turned a little pale, he took a deep breath, and said something vaguely.

"Right?" Zhu Yourong stared at him and said softly, "I didn't hear it." ”

"You...... Have you asked the princess herself if there is ...... What are you...... It's an arranged marriage......"

Zhu Yourong said quietly:

"I haven't asked yet. But don't ask. Princess Liaoyang has a noble status and simple communication, and she only goes back and forth between the headquarters and her home every day, and has no other interactions...... It's impossible for her to fall in love with someone...... The princess is not young anymore, and we help her find a person she likes, which is also the best care for her...... Right, are you right? ”

"No, it'......s not," Xiang Xiaoqiang muttered, and suddenly, he made up his mind, took a deep breath, and said loudly, "No, as far as I know, Princess Liaoyang has fallen in love with a certain man in the headquarters. And that man, love her as much as I love you. The matter of finding a colt for Princess Liaoyang will never be mentioned again! ”

Zhu Yourong didn't say a word, just stared at him.

Xiang Xiaoqiang also looked at her, suddenly hugged her, and forcibly pressed her, no matter how Zhu Yourong struggled, he just kissed her deeply. Wei Zijin at the door looked at the gradual wrongness, and felt that Lord Xiang had the intention of raping His Majesty, so he immediately ran over to rescue him.

But just when she ran to her, she let go of Zhu Yourong to Xiaoqiang, and just whispered:

"I love you. However, I love her too. ”

Zhu Yourong bit his lip and shed tears, and he couldn't tell whether it was humiliation or vinegar in his tears.

"Smack!" She slapped and slapped Xiaoqiang.

Xiang Xiaoqiang covered his hot cheeks, and still whispered:

"No way, I said, my love for her is as deep as my love for you. I can give my life for any of you. ”

Zhu Yourong cried and shouted:

"And Xuanxuan, right? For the sake of Xuanxuan, you are also willing to give your life, right? ”

Xiang Xiaoqiang was shocked, raised his head suddenly, and quickly guessed in his mind what was going on, who stabbed Zhu Yourong for this.

Zhu Yourong sobbed and stretched out her hand, and Wei Zijin hurriedly gave her a handkerchief. Zhu Yourong wiped his tears and sobbed silently, crying very sadly.

Xiang Xiaoqiang wanted to say something, but Zhu Yourong shook his head and pointed to the door with tears:

"Alright...... You can step down ......"

Xiang Xiaoqiang was startled and glanced at Wei Zijin. Wei Zijin looked at Xiang Xiaoqiang sympathetically and nodded slightly, meaning: Your Majesty is indeed saying it to you.

Xiang Xiaoqiang was unwilling, and wanted to come over to comfort her, but Zhu Yourong stood up, sobbed softly, and walked into the inner room while shaking his head, leaving only Xiang Xiaoqiang with a back and a closed bedroom door.

Wei Zijin looked at Xiang Xiaoqiang, sighed softly, didn't say anything, just bowed slightly, and said softly:

"Sir, please."

Xiang Xiaoqiang stood up with a "whew", looked at Wei Zijin, and whispered:

"Miss Wei...... Ask for advice...... What the hell is going on? Has anyone seen Your Majesty? What did you say to Your Majesty? ”

Wei Zijin stared at him for a moment, then lowered his head and shook his head.

Xiang Xiaoqiang knew that this Wei Zijin was loyal to Zhu Yourong like a dog, and it was basically useless to open the gap from her, so he didn't bother much and walked away.

……

As soon as he returned to Wuwang Villa, he saw Xiuxiu looking at him with a strange expression.

"What's wrong?" He asked.

Xiuxiu approached him and whispered:

"Xuanxuan is here, anxious to see you, I said you went to the fortress, she is waiting here."

"Oh?" Xiang Xiaoqiang's eyes rolled, "What's the matter?" ”

"She didn't say anything, and I didn't ask much."

Xiang Xiaoqiang nodded, and followed Xiuxiu to Zheng Yuxuan's small building.

After Xiuxiu withdrew, Zheng Yuxuan stood up, pounced on Xiang Xiaoqiang, and cried:

"Xiaoqiang...... Can you forgive me...... I'm at my cousin's...... Messed up ......"