Three Kingdoms

In the office of the Han Hussar General, the communication between Fei Qian and Pang Tong continued.

In Fei Qian's mind, Pang Tong was probably a transitional person between the traditional gentry of the Han Dynasty and the modern concepts he upheld. After all, under Lushan, Fei Qian also secretly poured a lot of private goods into Pang Tong.

And what should I say about Xu Shu, who is also under Lushan Mountain...

Sometimes one's background determines one's horizons. Although this sentence sounds a bit absolute, it does reflect some realities. There is a big difference between Pang Tong and Xu Shu.

For Xu Shu, Guangzong Yaozu comes first, and then everything else. This may be because Xu Shu was originally from a poor family, and he experienced many years of being bullied by aristocratic families... Well, having said that, Xu Shu also killed someone after all. According to the concepts of modern people in later generations, even if murder is justifiable, it is not If you break the law, you can get a lighter reward, but you can't say that you are completely free of responsibility. Is it just this Han law...

So overall, Pang Tong's perspective will be slightly higher, closer to Fei Qian's personal perspective, and then Xu Shu's perspective will be a bit lower, roughly the same.

As for Zao Zhi and Tai Shiming, one is obsessed with farming and doesn't care much about other things. The other is a mortal and his reaction is a little slow. Most of the time, he is an afterthought.

Therefore, Fei Qian would basically discuss it with Pang Tong if there was any major matter, so as not to get too ahead of himself and get into trouble. After all, what Pang Tong can accept can generally be understood by other nobles after thinking about it, but whether they are willing to accept it is another matter.

The laws and systems of the Han Dynasty were simply full of loopholes. It's like wearing a fishing net on the body. It is said that it is worn, but it is indeed worn, but this Hanlu's body is full of holes, large and small, and everything on his body is exposed.

Laws are made by the ruling class, so most laws have a back door that provides the ruling class with this or that escape. Even in later generations, the laws enacted by the so-called capitalist countries that claim to be "the most complete and standardized" actually have the word "money" written in large letters. With money, there is fairness. Without money, there is no human rights. The outline of a backdoor. Very clear.

To whom the law is more "fair" depends on who promulgated the law and who compiled it...

Just like the laws of the Han Dynasty, they were promulgated by the emperor of the Han Dynasty and then compiled according to the surnames of the noble families. Therefore, they must represent the interests of the emperor of the Han Dynasty and the noble families. As for ordinary people, they do not even know the big characters of Yidou, and How is it possible to participate in such an advanced word game?

In the early Western Han Dynasty, Liu Bang made a "Three Chapters", "Those who kill will die, and those who hurt others and steal will not be punished." Yu Xi removed Qin Fa." This was the earliest law of the Western Han Dynasty.

Then, it was obvious that such a crude law could not meet the needs of the ruling class, so it didn't take long for Liu Bang to say that "the three-chapter law is not enough to protect against traitors" and ordered Prime Minister Xiao He to re-enact Han law based on Qin law. Xiao He added three chapters to the Six Codes of the Qin Dynasty: "Hu Code", "Xing Code", and "Station Code", which were combined into nine chapters, called "Nine Chapter Codes".

Later, there were "Bang Zhang Law", "Yue Gong Law", "Chao Law", "Shen Ming Law", "Tongxing Diet Law", as well as "Zuoguan Law" and "Fu Yi Zhi Law", especially during the period of Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty Formulated the famous "Law of Slander"...

In the Eastern Han Dynasty, after Guangwu completely abolished the laws of Wang Mang's period, he restored the old laws of the Western Han Dynasty, vowing to "unravel Wang Mang's complicated laws and restore the light laws of the Han Dynasty." However, in fact, the laws of the Eastern Han Dynasty did not exist at all. The reason for the reduction is that the constant addition of new laws and regulations makes it seem that the regulations are numerous, complex and cumbersome, which has become a drawback. Some regulations have different interpretations in different laws, making it difficult for law enforcement officers to enforce the law even if they want to. .

"So, my lord, you want to revise the law?" Pang Tong took a breath of cold air.

This is a huge project, so big that Pang Tong feels a headache just thinking about it. I finally had three chins, and every time I worked hard, I lost one. If I continued to work on this project, I might not even be able to save the two and a half chins left...

Fei Qian laughed, shook his head, and said, "No..."

Fei Qian wants to make troubles, but the purpose of the troubles is not just to mess around, but to divert the attention of the noble family on the one hand, expand his own influence on the other hand, and at the same time improve the economic strength of Chang'an Zuojin. How is this possible? Now for the so-called "legal justice", you have made it clear that you are going to confront the current emperor and nobles, and then follow Wang Mang's old path?

As the saying goes, enter the village quietly and don't shoot.

"This is the Council of Counselors... er, the Council of Laws and Regulations..." Fei Qian said slowly, "Because the laws, orders, subjects, and regulations are complicated and inconsistent, it is difficult to cure adultery and delinquency, and it is detrimental to loyalty." You can open this courtyard of Shenlu in Longshouyuan and Qinglong Temple, set up Shenlu sacrificial wine, and learn the rules of Shenlu, simplifying the complex and clarifying the rules. Shi Yuan thinks, who is suitable for this position? 』

Hearing what Fei Qian said, Pang Tong also understood a little bit. Fei Qian was not trying to overthrow the Han Code. At most, it was to re-repair it. It was not even a re-repair, it was just a simplification. He thought for a moment and suddenly smiled and said, "See One word, very wonderful, very wonderful! This is the effect of the "three-chapter agreement" on old affairs to stabilize the people's hearts! Well, if that's the case, how about letting Wei Xiufu take up this position for the first time? 』

Wei Duan?

Weishi is a surname from Chang'an, and he has lived in Sanfu for a long time. He uses it as a ritual wine. Well, it seems to be good.

Fei Qian pondered and nodded slightly.

First, it reflects the importance Fei Qian attaches to the local people in Chang'an. How can it not be an important task to deliver the laws of the country?

Although both Fei Qian and Pang Tong knew that this was just a false position and of no use, others didn't know. As the saying goes, if there is no chief of staff, then there is no difference. Fei Qian is already a veteran of Party A. If he really wants to stir things up, is he afraid that it will make Wei Duan want to die?

At the same time, it can control public opinion within a fixed range and find something to do for these idle gentry children in Chang'an. Pang Tong obviously understood this aspect, so he suggested it to Wei Duan. After all, Wei Duan can be said to be the local leader of the Guanzhong gentry. , led by him, it will definitely be easier to gain popularity than others.

Pang Tong was also wondering, and suddenly added, "If this is the case, your lord might as well issue an edict to Taiyuan, Hedong, Hanzhong, Heluo, Sichuan, Shu and other places to recommend one or two village bosses to join the Shenlu Academy?" 』

Pang Tong laughed twice and said, "If Shandong wants to come, you might as well join it!" "The more people there are, the harder it is to get things done, and the more opinions there are, so we just stew in a pot!"

"good! That's it! 』

Fei Qian laughed loudly, and then gave Pang Tong some new wine. The two touched each other lightly, drank together, and then looked at each other and smiled.

After putting down the wine cup, Fei Qian gently knocked on the table and said, "When the Senate is established, we will discuss the crime of corruption first..."

Pang Tong looked sideways at Fei Qian and nodded slowly, indicating that he had taken note of it.

The matter of Fei He is no longer a secret.

Many people were waiting to see Fei Qian's jokes, or some people were waiting when he was dragging Fei into the water.

If Fei Qian is given a light punishment, a lot of people will inevitably jump out, laugh at him, make jokes about Fei Qian, and let children sing them. These are all basic operations. It is even possible to use Fei He as a shield to block the attack. Resist Fei Qian's next step of verification and cleanup work in front.

If the sentence is severe, these people will attack Fei Qian from another aspect, such as saying something ruthless, indifferent between relatives and strangers, cold-blooded cruelty, seeking fame and reputation, etc. Anyway, between Fei Qian and other Fei surnames People, or maybe there is a thorn in the side between Pang and Huang who are closer to Fei Qian. Let’s see, if Fei Qian doesn’t even take care of his own family, will he still take care of you?

Fei Qian had considered this at the beginning, so he did not deal with Fei He directly for the time being, but asked Fei He to wait at home. It's just that Pang Tong thought that Fei Qian would let everyone discuss it at the meeting of the General's Mansion, but he didn't expect that it would be handed over to the Council of Laws and Regulations for handling.

"Now that the pavilion is standing, we will wait for the storm to rise..."

Pang Tong flicked the wine cup with his fingers, and it made a tinkling sound, acting as an accompaniment.

Zhiyin Supervisor and Shenluyuan seem to be two unrelated frameworks, but in fact Pang Tong knew that these were the chess pieces placed on the chessboard by Fei Qian. They were talking about the two people sitting by the stream under Lushan Mountain. Now that we are seeing things unfolding and being realized bit by bit, how can we not make Pang Tong feel emotional?

"Today's happiness cannot be repaid without Qiang cooking!" Pang Tong said categorically, with a serious look on his face, as if the discussion just now was all gossip and now he is talking about political affairs.

Fei Qian laughed and immediately ordered his servants to prepare first.

Back then, under Lushan Mountain, we would often cook on the table, around a copper cauldron, and chat while cooking.

"Send someone again to invite Zijing and Zijian to come!" ” Fei Qian simply continued to order, “Prepare some sweet rose wine, so you can enjoy it tonight!” 』

Pang Tong put his hands on his hands and laughed, repeatedly saying good things.

For a moment, laughter jumped over the wall of the General Office, and then gradually drifted with the sound of the wind...

……(?▽?)/ヾ(^▽^ヾ)……

Some places are full of laughter, and some places are full of sadness.

If there is still some residual heat in Chang'an, then in Taiyuan, it is already a bit windy, frosty and cold, especially around the Wang family's residence in Taiyuan, which seems to have entered the cold winter early.

The palace of the Wang family in Taiyuan used to be where the family was at its peak. The natural architectural system occupied a large area and was extraordinary. But now, it is no longer grand.

The front door of the Wang family's residence seemed to have not been opened for a long time. The red paint on the original front door was cracked, revealing the dark brown wood grain inside. It seems that no one has cleaned up the moss on the steps, and there are still a few weeds growing tenaciously from the cracks in the stones, showing the stubbornness of life and setting off the current misery of the Wang family mansion.

The Wang family of Taiyuan was dominant in Jinzhong at that time, suppressing the Wen, Bao, Guo and other noble families. They could even command the Shangdang remotely and order the Wen family head and others.

Now, without waiting for thirty years, people from the east of Hedong have already moved to the west of Hexi.

Wang Yun jumped on the city wall of Chang'an and died. However, Li Guo was cruel and did not spare his family just because Wang Yun died. After taking control of Chang'an, Wang Yun's family was slaughtered.

Naturally, the old man of the Wang family was deeply hit by such bad news. He passed away soon after with heartbroken heartache. Then Wang Yun's second son, Wang Chen, was also in pain and sorrow. He was infected with wind and cold and could not survive for long. , wither and fall.

Originally there was only one grandson Wang Hei left in the Wang family, so there was some hope. However, he was entrusted to an inhumane person and was plotted against him. Sadly, the Wang family pavilion completely collapsed. Now only a few old women, widows, and Wang are left. The last remaining granddaughter of Yun's bloodline is guarding the last property, which is the dilapidated Wang family's mansion. Naturally, it is impossible to take care of the appearance of the Wang family's mansion, which is as bright and beautiful as in the past.

For example, the Wang family's mansion now has a title in the countryside, which is "extreme household". The whole family has no male offspring, no descendants to speak of, and naturally no hope for the future.

In addition, Wang Ling, a branch of the Wang family, has become a bit more mature and holds an important position under the Qiusi. Therefore, some of the vines and other things that originally clung to Wang Yun's house in Taiyuan have now basically turned their heads to Wang Ling. Basically, He cut off the connection with this place. If Wang Ling hadn't sent some people to send some food, clothing and other things during the cold and heat seasons of the year, I'm afraid the women and children who remained in the Wang family's mansion would have long ago Can't go down anymore.

No matter how well Wang Ling took care of them, allowing the women and children in Wang Yun's room to have enough food and clothing, that was all.

This place is like a pool of stagnant water without any ripples. It will gradually dry up under the wind and sun. In the end, only a messy and broken skeleton will be left, which will be turned into ashes under the rasp of time.

Many people think that Wang Yun's body is already like a dead person, just for a long time. In fact, not only outsiders think so, but also Wang Chen's widow, Fang, thinks so.

Fang is Wang Yun's second son and Wang Chen's wife. She was only thirty years old at the moment. If placed in future generations, she would still be a gorgeous age. But now she looks haggard and withered like an old woman.

The Fang family only gave birth to one daughter, named Ying, who is still alive today. In the entire huge Wang family mansion, now only the Fang family's personal maids for many years and the last three old slaves of the Wang family are left, which are the last members of Wang Yun's room.

However, on this day, someone dropped a huge boulder into this pool of stagnant water. Not only did it cause the pool to tremble continuously, it also caused the mosquitoes and flies attached to the pool to desperately absorb the last bit of moisture from the pool. The maggots also felt the change and began to buzz and circle...

In the main street of Wang's residence, a group of people came in a hurry, and then rushed straight to the door of the palace, knocking on the door, ignoring the dust and rust that had fallen from the door that had not been moved for a long time.

He knocked on the door and called for a while, but there was no sound and no one responded.

The visitor couldn't help but be shocked, and immediately reacted, patted himself on the forehead, and then hurriedly walked along the street and turned towards the corner door of Wang's mansion...

Not long after knocking this time, an old slave came to open the door.

The visitor didn't say much. The first sentence he asked was whether Fang was in the house. Seeing the frightened look on the old slave's face, he felt that he was being rude, so he slowed down his tone, coughed a few times, and said that he was here to congratulate him. For a moment, I was so anxious that I lost my etiquette and asked the old slave to send a message so that I could explain it to Fang.

The old slave hesitated for a moment, with a somewhat frightened look on his face, but still tremblingly asked the visitor to wait, and then turned around to report.

"Tsk tsk, I remember back then..."

At this time, people who came to the palace discovered that the Wang family's mansion had broken eaves and broken tiles, and weeds were growing everywhere. There was only one commonly used path left in the courtyard that had not been encroached by the grass, and the rest was no longer suitable for use.

The originally carved and painted wing was in dilapidated condition, not to mention the hole in the window lintel, but the accumulation of dust on it and the spider webs in the corners were enough to make people feel uncomfortable.

"Tsk tsk tsk...I remember those days..."

The visitor sighed again, but there was not much sadness in his tone, but there was a hint of gloating about watching someone else's building collapse.

After a while, the old servant of the Wang family turned around and said that Mrs. Fang was waiting for guests in the main hall.

The visitor couldn't help but frown, obviously feeling a little unhappy that Mrs. Fang didn't come out to greet her in person, but soon put on a smile again, but this smile looked like dried orange peel. Madam Fang, when she saw the coffin placed in the main hall and the underworld weapon vaguely exposed in the back, her face suddenly changed somewhat.

The visitor couldn't help but secretly cry out for bad luck, so he simply didn't enter the hall. He stood in the corridor and said directly: "I'd like to let Mrs. Fang know about it. I'm so happy, so happy!" Today, Zi Nian remembers Wang Situ Zhongyong and specializes in the title of Marquis of Anleting! The edict has arrived in Hedong and will arrive soon! 』

Fang's eyes were like a walking corpse, slowly fluctuating, and then suddenly his eyes widened, and his eye sockets were almost cracked. A sound like sand and gravel was squeezed out of his throat, "This...this statement...take it seriously." ? 』

When the visitor saw Mrs. Fang in such a state, he felt disgusted in his heart and almost wanted to jump away, but he held it back, rolled his eyes a few times, managed to put on a smile, and said, "Aha!" What did the lady in a certain dormitory do? What a joy! This...Mrs. Fang clearly knows that now that the angel is coming and the palace is in ruins, it is really not suitable to receive gifts... It's not as good as, haha, if Mrs. Fang doesn't give up, I have a separate courtyard, which is quite elegant..."

Fang's bulging eyes retracted little by little, and he smiled hoarsely, just like an old crow hoarsely, "I don't dare bother you... Since you are the legacy of the family master, you should be granted the title here!" Is there any reason to fall into a guest branch? 』

The visitor shook his face and laughed, "That's a good intention!" If the angel is evil, then the edict will not be issued, wouldn't it... Mrs. Fang, don't make a mistake! 』

"I have my own sense of propriety...and thank you for telling me...here comes someone!" see a visitor out! Mrs. Fang stood up tremblingly, "I'm old and handicapped, so I'll send you away not far away!" 』

The visitor rolled his lips, shook his sleeves, and laughed dryly. Although he obviously wanted to say something else, Mrs. Fang had already turned around and returned. She wanted to catch up, but she felt that there was something in the hall. The coffin was so disgusting that he snorted and left in frustration.

Fang gritted her teeth and walked to a place to avoid people. She could no longer hold back the emotions that surged in her heart. She shook her body a few times and stumbled to the ground. She opened her mouth like a wounded wild dog, but she could only let out a thin sound. There was a small wailing sound, and the tear glands that had been cried dry long ago could not secrete any liquid. They just grabbed the ground with their heads, and after a long time they uttered a sad cry, "Husband..."