novelaction Chapter 914 Half a year later, the conflict escalated!
Chapter 914 Half a year later, the conflict escalated!
Suddenly, the cabinet ministers laughed bitterly. His Majesty really didn't do things according to common sense.
Gu Chuntang hesitated for a moment, but finally had to do as he was told.
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The border defense of the Tiger Guards not only put tremendous pressure on the Turks and Western Liang, but also stabilized the people of the Central Plains.
This was the first year after the land was divided. The people were enthusiastic and worked from sunrise to sunset, managing their own land in an orderly manner.
The policy of encouraging childbirth has also been implemented. You can get money by giving birth to a child. Who wouldn’t want that?
According to cabinet statistics, in just three months, the number of newborns in the imperial capital alone increased by several thousand!
If we calculate the entire Daxia, how terrifying it would be?
It can be said that the fines paid from the underworld families were squandered in a short time.
Every morning at the court, money became the main topic of discussion among all officials. Everyone seemed to have a bleeding heart, except Qin Yun, who remained calm.
One sentence to deal with "Take from the people and give back to the people!"
At that time, winter passed and autumn came.
It’s already June!
The spring harvest had already been completed throughout the summer, and almost every household had food reserves and could afford to feed their children.
Therefore, Qin Yun ordered to reduce spending on encouraging childbirth, and the reward was only half of the original amount.
But the people are still grateful.
Outside the city, the golden scene indicates that the autumn harvest is coming.
at the same time!
The exchange between Qin Yun and Biga Khan was already full of tension.
The letter three months ago had infuriated the Turkic Khanate, and the border situation seemed to be heating up due to various frictions.
If the Turks had not been afraid of the Tiger Guards, and had not investigated the situation thoroughly, the Turkish soldiers might have done something out of line.
Another month has passed.
Border conflict escalates!
The Turkic envoy team openly crossed the red line and went to Xiliang. Qin Yun was furious. The Turkic dared to go to Xiliang openly and interfere in Daxia's internal affairs!
He directly ordered the use of force to expel the envoys.
But the two sides were already enemies meeting each other, and they were extremely jealous of each other. Xiao Jian's team and the Turks directly turned into a battle, and in the end there were casualties on both sides.
What followed was a chain reaction of landslides and earthquakes!
The Turks were furious, but Qin Yun remained strong to the end!
During those days, the border was under martial law, the situation was tense, and the armies of both sides almost went into a large-scale war!
The relationship between Bactria and the Turks went from a freezing point to a volcanic eruption.
But in the end there was no fight.
Because Ashina Yuangu was still stable, he wanted to let the Turkic Khanate completely recover from the losses caused by the Civil War and the severe winter before fighting again.
At the same time, Qin Yun also had his own plans.
For long-term planning, he still issued a secret letter, asking the National Guards to do their best to restrain themselves.
Originally, he wanted to attack Wang Min quickly after the spring harvest, take back Xiliang, and leave the Turks helpless, but for various reasons, he could only wait a few more days.
Just like this, the situation is at a stalemate, with continuous gushing and suppression!
September.
Half a year has passed.
At this time, the soldiers on the border were always in armor, the cities were always guarded, and countless legions were on high alert.
Even among the people, word is that His Majesty has reached the point where he can no longer tolerate the Turks, and within two months at most, he will send troops to start a war!
In the Turkic country, preparations are in full swing and troops are being deployed!
In contrast, the Central Plains is slightly more stable.
After half a year of rest and recuperation, Daxia gradually improved and achieved very significant results.
Whether it is population, clothing, food, or public security, everything is back on track.
Only the imperial court had all kinds of intelligence flying around, and most of them came from the border!
"Report, Prime Minister, urgent report from the border!"
"The Turks have mobilized their troops again and are approaching the Shanhaiguan line!"
"Report!"
"Zhang Ren from Xiliang, in the name of martial arts, raised a hundred thousand soldiers and marched ten miles outside Pancheng!"
"Report... A grain cart in Youzhou caught fire, destroying 1,000 dan of grain..."
"..."
Listening to the news, it’s either a big deal or a trivial matter.
In the Taiji Hall, the cabinet ministers were already busy and exhausted, sweating profusely!
The civil and military officials were all standing there, feeling uneasy.
There was a constant buzz of discussion.
"What a troubled time, what a troubled time!"
"Master Chang, how long will it take for His Majesty to arrive?"
"How can we make decisions on these matters if Your Majesty doesn't come?"
"That's right, Lord Chang, you are responsible for protecting the palace, why don't you go and ask again?"
Hearing this, Chang Hong smiled bitterly.
"My Lords, I'm afraid His Majesty will not come now."
"Ah!" All the civil and military officials exclaimed in surprise, their faces looking grim.
Chang Hong changed the subject and said, "Divine Doctor Sun said that Empress Xiao will give birth in the next few days. Your Majesty is accompanying her. After the Empress falls asleep, Your Majesty will handle government affairs at night."
"This is a serious matter. My Lords, please bear with us."
Upon hearing this, the rioting civil and military officials quickly quieted down.
Everyone's face turned serious, and some even changed their expressions to show joy!
"Great, great!"
"Your Majesty has a successor, and Daxia has a successor!"
"Hahaha!"
"Master Du, didn't you just ask why His Majesty hasn't come yet?"
"Go, is this what I mean? The Queen is about to give birth, this is a big deal, a huge deal, it is normal for His Majesty to suspend the court meeting!"
"..."
Xiao Yuxiang calculated the time and found that she was almost ten months pregnant and was about to give birth.
This matter is so serious that it can be said that the whole country is on edge!
That was Qin Yun’s first child, born to Empress Xiao. As long as it was a boy, he would be the crown prince!
"Master Chang, if that's the case, then please don't bother His Majesty."
"He stays up all night reviewing memorials, which is tiring enough. We must not harm the emperor's health. Our cabinet can discuss minor matters, and as for major matters, we will submit memorials later."
Chang Hong nodded: "Okay, my Lords, I will tell His Majesty."
"This is the summer heat-relief soup sent by Empress Murong. Please drink it."
"Yes Yes Yes!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your reward." The ministers bowed to show their respect.
……
September is hot and the heat is unbearable.
The cicadas are chirping and the sun is scorching.
But the climate in the Yangxin Palace was pleasant. In order to reduce the temperature, the entire court tried every possible means, for fear that Xiao Yuxiang would not be able to sleep well.
Under the green loquat leaves, the shadows of the trees are mottled.
Xiao Yuxiang was enjoying the cool air here, her belly was so big that she had difficulty moving.
The palace maids and eunuchs around him were all nervous, always paying attention to possible dangers.
Everyone knows how much His Majesty loves the Queen!
If something happens, even the Golden Immortal cannot save them.
"Your Majesty, why don't you just leave..."
"I'm really fine. At least I won't give birth today." Xiao Yuxiang said embarrassedly. She didn't want to delay state affairs, especially during such a troubled time.
Her fair face became rounder.
For the sake of this child, she had to take a lot of supplements.
But it looks round and smooth, and has a more feminine demeanor, without reducing the beauty at all.