Chapter Eighty-Four: Brotherhood

Fu Qingyun listened quietly, thought for a long time, and said: "Although the Xinshi soldiers and Pinglin soldiers are in the limelight for a while, they can't get rid of their bandit nature after all, and they can't become a big deal. ”

Liu Xuan thought deeply and nodded: "Qingyun is right, this is a group of reckless men who can't eat enough to make trouble. ”

But the Han army also departed from the original intention of the incident. Although it helps the poor and the needy, it does not take the well-being of all people as the foundation, so it is difficult to move forward step by step. Fu Qingyun said.

Liu Xuan said in a panic: "How can you say this?"

Fu Qingyun smiled and said, "Brother Bosheng, foolish brother, do you want to create a peaceful and prosperous world where everyone can live and work in peace and contentment, or do you want a poor world where you can barely make a living?"

"The former, of course. Liu Xuan said.

Fu Qingyun nodded: "Foolish brother ask again, does the surplus money and grain come from poor peasants or rich gentry?

"There is a lot of money and food to be proud of the gentry and wealth, and most of the soldiers come from poor families. Liu Xiu said.

"That's right, let's talk about food first. Fu Qingyun smiled and said: "Whether it is the Xinshi soldiers, the Pinglin soldiers, or the Han army, what they do is to kill the rich gentry and use them to supplement the money and food for the war, but I am afraid that most of these rich gentry and rich men have already been wrapped in money and food, and they have escaped when they heard the wind, and the income is not enough to support the army." ”

The generals should be in unison. Liu Jiadao: "Most of the squires and wealthy businessmen who were killed were from small rich families, and they couldn't leave behind the ancestral business that had been accumulated for generations. And those wealthy families have already fled with their family assets, so that the land is barren and there is no money to collect. ”

Fu Qingyun nodded and said, "Although the Han army appeases the poor and helps the refugees, it is only creating common poverty. Killing the wealthy and wealthy is tantamount to killing chickens and eggs, so that the stable supply of military money, money and food is not possible, and it is also contrary to the original intention of the elder brother to seek the well-being of all the people. ”

Liu Jiu shook his head and said: "We killed the landlords and gentry, distributed the fields to the poor and the refugees, and repaired the houses, so that the people could have their fields and houses. Implement the policy of lightly paying taxes and paying little taxes, and all Han soldiers are exempted from taxes and recuperate with the people. As long as the crops are ripe, the people will be satisfied, and the army will have food. ”

"Brother Bosheng is benevolent and virtuous, and has a heart for the people, which is the blessing of the people. But Brother Bosheng is doing a plan to settle the world and the country, but in this troubled times, it is not a good strategy. Fu Qingyun smiled and said: "Killing the landlords and gentry will definitely destroy local production, resulting in the waste of land, the escape of money and grain, and the loss of capital." Not to mention the unstable foundation of the rebel army, the army may move at any time, and even if it is a bumper harvest, it may cheapen the officials or bandits. ”

Liu Xiu nodded and said, "What Qingyun said is true, but the eldest brother's original intention is good, and he wants to do something for the poor people." ”

"What should we do now?" asked Liu Xuan.

Fu Qingyun said: "According to my younger brother's humble opinion, in this eventful season, if you want to have a sufficient supply of money and grain, the most important thing is local stability, and you must not tamper with the foundation of agricultural production and commercial circulation. First of all, the wealthy gentry must not only not be killed, but also be appeased with a clear-cut banner; second, the wealthy gentry are mostly wise people, and they can let them accept and resettle refugees, open up wasteland, and increase the supply of fertile land. As long as the education is properly organized, not only will the supply of military materials be stable, but also the poor and refugees will be able to get a good home. ”

Liu Xiu couldn't help nodding and said: "As Qingyun said, the gentry and rich Jia have become a big help to the righteous army, supplying grain and grass, rehousing refugees, and the righteous army will be prosperous and lost, and they will naturally twist into a rope." In this way, the army and the people work together, and the righteous army is like duckweed falling from its roots, and it can spread out and flourish. ”

Liu Ji said: "If the purpose of the Han army can be widely publicized, and the rich do not run away with money, I am afraid that they will gain more than killing the rich, and they can also get the support of the poor and the rich." ”

It seems that the foolish brother has only done half right, taking care of the poor and evil the rich. Liu Xuan nodded and said: "The virtuous brother is really a golden and jade good word, and his words are to the point, which makes the foolish brother suddenly open." ”

"How to solve the problem of the source of soldiers?" asked Liu Xiu.

Fu Qingyun smiled mysteriously and said, "As long as you have food and money, all the refugees in this world are your soldiers." ”

Li Yi clapped his hands and said: "Yes, refugees dig grass roots, peel tree bark to feed their stomachs, as long as there is food, they are not afraid of no soldiers." ”

Chu Wenjing and Song Wantong sat on one side, looking at Fu Qingyun in surprise and talking. They knew that Fu Qingyun was very knowledgeable, but they didn't know that the pros and cons of current affairs were so deep that they could analyze the pros and cons of current affairs so thoroughly.

Liu Xiu immediately drew up a strategy for the Han army to capture the city and pacify the people, and adopted a policy of encompassing and appeasing the local gentry and wealthy merchants. It was Fu Qingyun's strategy that laid the foundation for the "Han Army" to dominate the world in the future.

Unconsciously a week has passed, although Liu Xuan and Liu Xiu are busy in the army, they insist on coming over to greet each day, and they are very affectionate to Fu Qingyun and the others. As soon as he had spare time, he discussed the current situation with Fu Qingyun in person and asked for some advice on how to govern the army and the people.

Fu Qingyun channeled the Void Spiritual Qi to heal his injuries every day, and after a week, his injuries were healed.

Song Wantong has experienced the bandits, although she is still very shy every time she sees Fu Qingyun, she is no longer as restrained as before, deliberately evasive, and has a much more cheerful personality, and often comes to greet and talk to the two.

On this day, Fu Qingyun finished treating Chu Wenjing's injuries, Chu Wenjing shook his arms, twisted his waist again, and said happily: "Qingyun, your healing method is simply amazing, it has only been a week, and my injuries are almost half healed." ”

"It's Senior Brother, you have a good foundation and recover quickly. ”

"Otherwise, every time you cross into the True Qi, I feel the wound itch and feel comfortable, it must be that your internal strength and True Qi are a little different. ”

The two were talking, and suddenly heard the sound of horses' hooves outside the house, and hurriedly went out of the house to take a look, only to see Liu Xuan and Liu Xiu each holding a yellow-maned high-headed horse, vigorous and strong, and the stirrups were shiny.

"Brother Wenjing and Qingyun, we have chosen two healthy horses, and you ride horses to move your muscles and bones, which is good for physical recovery. Liu Xuan said loudly.

"The two generals personally led their horses over, and they really killed their brothers. Chu Wenjing hurriedly came out and saluted with his fists.

"Hey, where is the word, our brothers stand shoulder to shoulder, righteousness is like iron, like a daughter, what's the big deal with holding the horse and the rope. Liu Xuan's short words contained a strong brotherly feeling.

"Come on, get on the horse and try it!" Liu Xiu urged.

The two have never ridden a war horse, but both of them are martial arts practitioners, and they are not afraid of the high head of the horse.

The two were not familiar with the temperament of the war horse, and they were cautious at first, but after a few laps, they gradually let go of the horse's hooves and ran ecstatically in the valley.

Song Wantong also came to the sidelines, saw Fu Qingyun riding a tall horse, and changed into the corset that Liu Xuan prepared for them, and saw that she was even more handsome, and couldn't help but look stupid.

"I haven't seen him for three years, Qingyun is already a bloody man, and he is heroic. Liu Xuan praised.

Liu Xiu nodded and said, "If Zhengjun is also here, the four of us brothers will be more relaxed if we gallop on horseback." ”

Liu Xuan patted Liu Xiu and pointed to Song Wantong who was standing not far away, Song Wantong was staring at Fu Qingyun obsessively, Liu Xuan said: "Listen to Qingyun, Zhengjun likes Wantong's sister, but Wantong seems to have a good impression of him, which makes him embarrassed." ”

Liu Xiu said: "I don't think I have a good feeling, but a deep love." What about Qingyun, what does he think?"

Qingyun said that he just regarded Wantong as his sister-in-law, and there was no love between men and women, but he was afraid of hurting Wantong's heart, so he didn't dare to say it clearly. Liu Xuan said.

Liu Xiu sighed: "The matter between men and women is really like a mess, and I am really worried that his two brothers will be estranged because of their feelings." ”

Chu Wenjing and Fu Qingyun slowly rode over and dismounted together. Liu Xiu asked, "Qingyun, how do you feel?"

Chu Wenjing said happily: "It's very good, I didn't expect this horse to be so obedient." ”

Fu Qingyun said excitedly: "I've only seen it before, but I've never ridden it myself, it's really exciting." ”

Liu Xiu said: "Your internal injuries have not healed, and the eldest brother said that you should ride horses and move, so as not to suffocate your qi and blood." ”

"Thank you two brothers for your love. Fu Qingyun hugged his fists.

Song Wantong came over, stroked the healthy horse beside Fu Qingyun, and said enviously: "This horse is really obedient, let it run, let it stop." ”

Liu Xuan laughed and said: "Of course, this is a war horse snatched from the Mang army, I am not surprised when I hear the drums and gongs, and I am not afraid of swords and guns, this kind of horse is only a dozen horses in my Han army." ”

"How do you make that?" Chu Wenjing said in fear.

Liu Xuan said: "We are brothers, a few horses are nothing." When Wang Mang, the old thief, is taken down on that day, it will be the emperor's old dragon's bed, and they can also sleep together. ”

Fu Qingyun laughed and said: "It's very good, it's just that our brother has occupied the bed, and the eldest brother's queen is in a hurry." ”

Several people crossed their arms and laughed when they heard this.

"General!" Li Tong and Li Yi brothers trotted over excitedly and reported: "The Zhengdao League brought the 'Hongyi Regiment' and a group of martial arts heroes to worship together, and they are waiting in the military tent. ”

"What, Zhengdao Alliance!" Liu Xuan couldn't believe his ears, and his joy was overflowing.

Liu Xiu took Chu Wenjing and Fu Qingyun's hands, and said excitedly: "Let's go, let's go to meet the martial arts masters of the Zhengdao Alliance together." ”

Fu Qingyun shook his head, embarrassed: "Two brothers, if I don't deal with the disciples of the Taihe Sect with Senior Brother and Taihemen, I won't go." ”

"Since the two elder brothers don't deal with Taihemen, it's okay if you don't see them!" Liu Xuan waved his hand to General Li and said, "Let's just say that we are busy with military affairs, and it is inconvenient to withdraw." ”

"General, I'm afraid it's not appropriate. Li Daodao: "Listen to their tone, they are coming to visit several rebels on behalf of the Righteous Dao Alliance. If that family is favored by them, it will be supported by the manpower and material resources of the Righteous Path Alliance. ”

"Yes, General!" Li Yi also persuaded: "The strength of the several major sects of the Zhengdao Alliance is strong, especially the Taihe Sect, and the disciples under the sect are all strong in martial arts. If we get the support of the Righteous Path Alliance, our Han army will be like a tiger with wings. ”

Liu Xuan hesitated for a while, looked at Fu Qingyun and said, "I think it's better to forget it, I think that Taihemen is definitely not a good thing." ”

"How can the younger brother be so kind to the two brothers. Fu Qingyun said gratefully: "Although the younger brother has a grudge with Taihemen, the two elder brothers must not waste food because of choking, which will ruin the elder brother's reckless cause." ”

Chu Wenjing also said: "The Zhengdao Alliance is the overlord of today's martial arts, and its strength is strong, and the general must be treated well." ”

"Okay!" Liu Xiu nodded and said, "Then I'll go to the meeting with my eldest brother." ”

After Liu Xuan and Liu Xiu left, Chu Wenjing said: "Jianghu martial arts have always ignored worldly disputes, and the Zhengdao Alliance has moved which tendon to meddle in the affairs of the righteous army." ”

Fu Qingyun muttered: "I'm afraid it's all for the 'Great Demon King Sutra'." The Jinwu Sect Cui Fa has a huge power, and with the backing of the imperial court, the Zhengdao Alliance has no choice but to overthrow Wang Mang's regime with the help of the righteous army, and they have the opportunity to get the 'Great Demon King Sutra'. ”

"It should be. Chu Wen nodded to the head.