Chapter 304 Wang Shao Mou Hehuang
Zhao Xing never understood why the Song Dynasty did not move the capital. Bianjing was obviously not a suitable place to be the capital.
The four sides are dangerous and can be defended. A large number of troops and horses are needed to defend the capital, which is too expensive.
In and outside Bianjing City, the chaotic troops and horses accounted for half of the Song Dynasty's troops.
If the capital is moved to Luoyang, there is no need for so many soldiers and horses. Two hundred thousand is enough.
It is not without reason that so many dynasties in ancient times chose Luoyang and Chang'an as their capitals.
However, the Guanzhong Plain was so severely damaged during the Tang Dynasty that it was not suitable as a capital.
Luoyang has recovered a lot in recent years, and it is very suitable to be the capital of the country.
"Do you think you are the only one who has considered it?"
The Supreme Emperor thought that after Zhao Xing ascended the throne, a new official would take office, but he did not expect that Zhao Xing would have the idea of moving the capital.
"When Taizu founded the Song Dynasty, he considered making Luoyang the capital, but he was opposed by the officials. Taizu considered that moving the capital would be a waste of life and money, and because Bianjing was close to the canal, it was convenient to transport materials, so he did not "The capital is being moved."
"Father, don't be angry. Even if I say this, I don't have to move the capital," Zhao Xing said quickly.
The capital must be moved. Even if the Liao Kingdom Xixia is destroyed in the future, the capital must be moved if there is no threat.
There is no danger to defend around the capital. Who knows if an unfilial descendant will appear in the future and be driven straight into the capital and beaten.
However, Zhao Xing was not in a hurry about this matter. He just wanted to see his father's reaction.
Even my father disagreed with this, let alone the officials.
It is estimated that if Zhao Xing proposes to move the capital, none of the officials will support it, and they will teach him the saying of Emperor Taizong when he opposed Taizu's move of the capital: "Morality is not dangerous."
Moving the capital at this time is of little significance. Instead, it will waste lives and money. Even if his father agrees, he will not move.
After the Liao and Xixia are destroyed in the future, it will not be too late to move.
“You really think so?” The Supreme Emperor looked at Zhao Xing with some suspicion.
"Father, don't worry. If you don't agree, I will definitely not move the capital."
Zhao Xing saw that the palace maid had come in with food, and said quickly: "Father, let's eat first."
After eating, Zhao Xing chatted with his father for a while and then left.
"Fu'er is really sensible. He came here specially. He must be worried that His Majesty will not adapt after the Zen throne, so he came here specially to talk to His Majesty." Empress Dowager Cao said with a smile.
"He is sensible, but sometimes he has too many ideas." The Supreme Emperor sighed after hearing this.
"Your Majesty is still thinking about moving the capital? Didn't Fu'er already say it? If you don't agree, won't he propose moving the capital?" Queen Mother Cao said.
"You also said that I don't agree with him not to move the capital, but what will I do after a hundred years?" said the Supreme Emperor.
Empress Dowager Cao thought for a while and said, "Fu'er is filial. As long as His Majesty leaves a will, he will not violate it."
"I hope so." The Supreme Emperor shook his head and said: "I'm really working hard. I thought I could have a good rest after taking the Zen position, but Fu'er didn't worry at all. In a few days, you will accompany me to Luoyang Palace to stay for a while. Out of sight, out of mind." br>
"Your Majesty really wants to agree to Fu'er moving the capital, right?" Queen Mother Cao said in surprise.
The imperial palace built during the period of Wu Zetian in Luoyang is still there. When Emperor Taizu established the Song Dynasty, he wanted to make Luoyang the capital and sent people to repair it.
Although it was abandoned later, Luoyang was also used as a palace.
It’s just that none of the emperors have been there in recent years.
She had been married to the Supreme Emperor for many years, and she knew as soon as she heard that he didn't just want to leave Bianjing and just keep out of sight.
"Oh, let's go and have a look." The Supreme Emperor sighed.
Zhizi Mo Ruofu, although Zhao Xing just promised not to move the capital, now that Zhao Xing has mentioned it, he definitely wants to do it.
He may not move the capital in Zhao Xing, but after his death, Zhao Xing will definitely do so.
Empress Dowager Cao asked him to leave a legacy, but based on his understanding of Zhao Xing, Zhao Xing might not obey it when that day comes.
If Zhao Xing violates his decree and moves the capital, he will definitely be accused of being unfilial.
The Supreme Emperor did not want to do this. He planned to go to Luoyang himself to see if Luoyang was not suitable. He would also be able to make Zhao Xing give up at that time.
What a pity for the parents in the world.
…………Zhao Xing didn’t know his father’s plan, so he left Xingming Palace and went to Longtuge to take a nap.
After waking up, Sanshui came to report that Wang Shao was here.
“Let him wait outside.”
Wang Shao came back to attend Zhao Xing's enthronement ceremony.
Zhao Xing originally did not want officials from various places to come to Bianjing to observe the ceremony, but his father did not agree.
The new king's succession to the throne will naturally be grand, and it is necessary to send officials from various places to watch the ceremony.
Zhao Xing could not defeat his father and had no choice but to agree. However, he insisted not to grant the seal to the officials who came to watch the ceremony, but only to the officials in Bianjing.
He specifically ordered that this time Yin Feng would not be granted any actual duties.
Although Zhao Xing was very reluctant to support hundreds of officials for nothing, he had to do so.
At this time, he had just ascended the throne, and with the civil strife in Xixia, Liao Kingdom, he might have to mobilize troops next. This was not the time to cause extraneous problems.
Zhao Xing’s plan is to stabilize the internal situation first and solve external hidden dangers, and then turn the gun around and completely solve the internal problems.
If these officials were still ignorant at that time, don’t blame him for being cruel.
Zhao Xing washed his face and came outside. Wang Shao, who had been waiting for a long time, quickly saluted and said: "I pay homage to your Majesty!"
"No courtesy."
Zhao Xing came to the Imperial Case and sat down, and asked someone to give Wang Shao a seat.
Looking at Wang Shao, he said, "Thank you Zichun for your hard work."
Wang Shao was not from a high background and his skin was already dark.
But within just two years, Wang Shao looked darker than before, and his skin became rougher.
One glance showed that he was serving in the northwest and did not stay in the city to enjoy himself.
"Thank you for your hard work!" Wang Shao bowed.
Hard work is certain. Not only are the conditions in the northwest backward, but the wind and sand are also strong.
But with Zhao Xing's words, he felt that his hard work during this period was worth it.
“Sit down and talk.”
Zhao Xing waved his hand, asked Wang Shao to take a seat, and asked: "Tell me about the situation in Hehuang land."
"Yes!"
After Wang Shao considered it for a while, he asked Hehuang The situation of the land was explained in detail.
There are two forces in the Hehuang land, one is the Qiang people, and the other is the Tubo people.
However, the two forces are not unified, but have formed several tribes.
Although there have been minor frictions between the Qiang tribes and the Tubo tribes over the years, no major war has broken out.
After all, the neighbors are Song Dynasty and Xixia. They are also worried that if they fight, they will be taken advantage of.
After talking about the situation in Hehuang, Wang Shao also talked about the trade with the Tubo and Qiang people in Hehuang.
After Sheng Wei went to the northwest, he had already conducted trade with the Tubo and Qiang tribes in the Hehuang land.
Because Shengwei can provide salt and iron, it is very popular among various ministries.
Through the caravan, Wang Shao also collected more information about various ministries.
"Your Majesty, the Liao Dynasty is currently in civil strife, Xixia is sending troops to the plateau, and the Song Dynasty is building the Great Wall in the north. The Hehuang ministries are ready to take action. This is a God-given opportunity." Wang Shao said.
"Zichun means to launch troops against Hehuang now?" Zhao Xing asked.
"No." Wang Shao smiled and said: "The Tubo and Qiang people in Hehuang want to unify and monopolize Hehuang. But they are divided into several tribes internally, and it is difficult to unify their opinions. What I mean is , Provide more weapons to the largest tribes on the Tubo and Qiang sides."
"Do you want to increase the strength of the largest tribes on the Tubo and Qiang sides, stimulate their ambitions, and send troops to annex other tribes?" said.
"Your Majesty is wise. This is indeed what I plan to do."
(End of Chapter)