Chapter 138 Population Issues
Fuzhou, Fujian and Zhejiang Governor's Office.
The Governor of Fujian and Zhejiang Fan Shi Chongku sat in the signing room. After less than two months of taking office, he was already in a headache. The vassal treasury was not only empty, but also owed more than 200,000 yuan. Once the account was checked, it was alleged that they had borrowed money to buy grain to help the victims last year. He didn't understand how big the disaster was in Fujian Province. The court allocated 300,000 stones of grain. The vassal treasury originally had 200,000 taels of silver, but it was not enough to provide relief. He still owed 200,000 taels of relief. This relief was probably allocated to the pockets of these dirty officials.
But now is not the time to settle with them, Fan Shichong can only hold back this breath first. When the troops move, they need money, food and grass, and they have to count on them to recruit people everywhere. After finally moving around, they have gathered 100,000 stones of grain. Before they can start shipping, the news of Xianyou's defeat and Putian city breaking came. What shocked him even more was the report of Admiral Lan Li, and the hungry people have become bandits. [The latest updates are all in search.]
He knew very well that the bandits were terrified. Once the situation was great, not to mention Fujian, the entire Jiangnan would be tragically ravaged. Then, from then on, no official could be able to save his head.
This time, Fan Shichong did not need to summon Fan Shichong, and all the military and political officials in Fuzhou who received the news gathered together. After hearing the news, Fan Shichong cursed hatred, "I know I'm afraid at this time, so what have I done?" After concentrating on his mind, Fan Shichong walked into the hall of the meeting. After the officials greeted him, he said loudly: "I must have read the submission of Admiral Lan Li. The hungry people in southern Fujian have now become bandits. After the Xianyou battle, the strength of the rioters has increased greatly. Once they flee into the Fuzhou plain, it will be difficult for me to protect the heads of the officials present. I think there is no possibility of revenge. The most urgent task is to block Fuqing and Yongfu counties, block the way for the rioters to go north, and then mobilize the army to enter the southern Fujian to fight. What do you think?"
It is naturally better to prevent the rioters from entering the Fuzhou plain and keep their heads. No one has any opinions. Fujian Governor Huang Bingzhong said first: "The Supervisor is thoughtful and the subordinates are willing to be dispatched by the Supervisor."
Changfu Camp, Fuzhou City Guardian Association and other military officers also bowed and said, "Let the Lord Supervisor condemn him."
Seeing that there were no objections to everyone, Fan Shichong said expressionlessly: "General Zhou Shen, you have 1,000 people in Changfu Camp stationed in Fuqing and Changle counties. The governor also allocated the first battalion of the Super League and the Fubiao Battalion to be under your command. You must guard against the front line of Fu and Chang.
General Tang, your troops are more than 1,500. Our governor has also allocated a battalion of supervisors and tutors. You are responsible for entering Yongtai and Yongfu front line and not allowing a rioter to go north.
If the two lines are not lost, the chaotic troops will not be able to go north. As for Jiangxi and Guangdong provinces, our governor will request the emperor to mobilize the Eight Banners to strictly prevent the chaotic troops from rushing across the border. In this way, the chaotic troops can be trapped in a corner of southwest Fujian.
The officials who have no military affairs will do their best to raise food and money, whether they are in charge of defense or extermination, they are all empty talk. You are not for the military and civilians of Fujian, not for the court, but for the heads of their own heads. I hope everyone can work together this time!"
"Respect the order of Supervising Taijun." A group of civil and military officials responded with a loud bang.
Jiayingzhou, Jiaying Prefecture, Pingyuan County, Guangdong.
Pingyuan County is located at the junction of the three provinces of Guangdong, Jiangxi and Fujian. It is a famous place for three non-regards. Because it is not far from the post road from Guangdong to Fujian, it has convenient transportation, so it has always been a green forest hero, a strong man in the martial arts world, various Jianghu gangs, and a favorite place at the entrance of the hall. The "Sticking Pole" also has a fixed place here.
Affected by the hungry riots in Fujian, Pingyuan was also a rare prosperous period during this period. Most of the business travelers from south to north were stranded here. After leaving Guangzhou, Deng and his party also came here to rest.
In the assassination of Yinzhen in Guangzhou, Boss Deng suffered heavy losses. More than half of his subordinates were killed or injured, and his morale was severely frustrated. Boss Deng was even more sad and angry. In the past five years, he has led his brothers to travel around the world and never suffered such a crushing defeat. These people were brought out by him over the years. He lost so much at once. Not only did his strength be greatly reduced, but he could not supplement it in the short term. This made him both angry and ashamed, but he could only be resented. Yinzhen was assassinated and would definitely be careful in the future. With his current strength, he could not avenge the dead brothers. This was the most painful thing for him.
After a few days of rest, the command from the "Sticking Rod" arrived. After seeing it, Boss Deng was immediately excited and immediately summoned a group of leaders.
After the brothers arrived, Boss Deng swept away the decadence of his past few days and said excitedly: "Brothers, our chance to take revenge is here. I want to come to Fujian to quell the rebellion. We can fight him with a good fight. And this time, not only us, but I also invited two gangs of brothers with old love to come and help, and they all cheered me up."
Lu Zi's eyes rolled and hesitated, "Boss, do you mean to join the rebel army in Fujian?"
"Yes!" Boss Deng said confidently; "This time we go together openly and secretly, I don't believe in this evil, and I will fail this time."
Bacha said timidly: "The boss has a way to deal with the musket?" He was scared by the musket last time. He saw so many good brothers fall under the musket with his own eyes, and he didn't even have the chance to get close.
Boss Deng frowned slightly, "I have been thinking about it recently. Have you noticed that the musket is really powerful in place, but once it runs, it is far inferior to the archer. We won't change our way? We have to bite the tough guys?"
Shanghai.
Liuchunyuan, Fujian's hungry riots further expanded, which attracted Yinzhen's high attention. If it really develops into a large-scale bandit, the entire Jiangnan economy will be hit and destroyed. This is something he can't stand. Whether it is the ocean fleet or ocean trade, without a stable and prosperous market as a backing, it will be a castle in the air.
The problem in Fujian is actually basically lies in food. In normal years, it is not a problem at all. This year, it happened to have a severe drought in the north, which consumed a lot of food. Now it is the time when the new grain is not available, where can I get so much food to solve the Fujian problem?
It is already late April. If it lasts for another three or five months, the summer planting season will be missed. Even if the riots are quelled, the food in Fujian will be a big problem. With war and famine, I wonder how many people will die in Fujian this year?
Nowadays, human resources are valuable resources and cannot be easily lost. Last year, there were only more than 23 million households across the country, and it was only over 100 million in full swing. In a few years, there will be large areas of overseas waiting for immigration. Various factories and workshops will also require a large number of people. Where does this person come from?
Where can I get food to solve Fujian's urgent need? Nanyang Sea Trade? Yinzhen quickly rejected this idea. Not to mention how much grain can Nanyang receive, the profit of sea trade is at least about five times. No matter how rich he has, he can't afford it, and time cannot catch up.
Chapter completed!