Water Margin official

Guangji River, also known as Wuzhang River, is one of the "Four Water Transport Rivers" in the Song Dynasty. During the Five Dynasties, in order to strengthen the transportation of materials between Kaifeng, the capital, and the coastal areas in northern Shandong Province, Chai Rong, Shizong of the Later Zhou Dynasty, dredged the Bian River to the north and entered Baigou.

It flows into the Jishui River in the east to connect the Qilu canal.

The river course was expanded to five feet, commonly known as the "Wuzhang River". After the founding of the Song Dynasty, the southeast was not leveled, and it continued to regulate the Qilu waterway, leading to Beijing in the west, crossing the rivers in Bian, and flowing into Kaifeng City in the east to join the Wuzhang River.

, to increase the amount of water.

The river is dredged every year and dams are built along the river to facilitate transportation. In the sixth year of Kaibao's reign, it was renamed Guangji River.

This river starts from the northeast gate of Bianliang Waiguo in the west, flows east to Hecai Town in Jezhou, enters Liangshan Park, and flows down to Jishui River.

At the beginning of the founding of the People's Republic of China, water transportation on the Guangji River was busy. The annual water transportation volume increased from more than 100,000 shi to 6.7 million shi. Millets and silk from the 17 prefectures in Tokyo were all transported from the Guangji River to the capital. When the southeast was established, the Guangji River transported

Only military rations are given to Taikang, Xianping, Weishi and other counties.

However, since Emperor Renzong of the Song Dynasty, the Yellow River has flowed south many times, and the Guangji River has no water to replenish it. The waterway is shallow and the transportation capacity has been greatly reduced. Today, only small boats can travel, but large ships are impassable.

If there is a severe drought, the river will dry up and become unnavigable.

This day is in April, which is the beginning of spring. After a drizzle, the grass is growing and the orioles are flying, and the willows are clinging to the sky.

In the Guangji River waterway, a flat-bottomed flying canopy boat sailed in the direction of Liangshanbo with the wind and the current under the paddle of the boatman.

In the cabin, Zhang Zhengdao had a headache watching the two women bickering with each other.

That night, he took Lu Xiaoyi and drove his carriage into the Wei Mansion quietly, moved the boxes filled with gold and silver to the car, and transported them to a secluded house temporarily rented by Wei Gui.

After the news has passed, prepare to transport it out of Bianliang City.

When Sun Yuan heard that there was so much gold and silver, he also wanted to stay in Bianliang City to guard the money.

Zhang Zhengdao thought about it, this old man has rich experience in the world, and his body and bones have not yet recovered, so he might as well stay and recuperate for a few days.

What's more, with Sun Yuan here, he is naturally not afraid that Lu Xiaoyi and Wei Gui will take advantage of their wealth, divide the gold and silver, and escape far away from the world.

Therefore, Sun Yuan, Lu Xiaoyi, and Wei Gui lived in that secluded house with peace of mind, waiting for Gao Jie and his men to calm down in five or seven days before returning to Yunzhou.

Zhang Zhengdao took advantage of the darkness, took Mrs. Wei, his maid Chunxiang, and Sun Erniang, and the four of them changed to an inn near Fengqiu Gate in the North City and rested for two hours.

After dawn, as soon as the city gate opened, the four people quickly left the city. At the pier in the north of the city, they rented a flat-bottomed flying canopy boat that only one boatman could steer. They went straight to Liangshan Park along the Guangji River.

Go.

Although his trip to Beijing this time was in a hurry and was somewhat inconsistent with his previous plan, Zhang Zhengdao was quite satisfied. Not only did he kidnap a charming and rich woman, adding another 60,000 yuan to his family wealth, but he also indirectly made

After meeting Zhao Gou's uncle, he would have an opportunity to talk to Wei Xiurong, whom he was even more curious about.

Although I didn't see Li Shishi's style, getting to know Zhao Yuannu, who was on par with her, relieved a little of the restlessness in the heart of the official.

"There is still a chance to visit Lin Chong's family in the future, so don't rush it for a while." Zhang Zhengdao thought to himself.

Seeing this beautiful woman bickering with Sun Erniang, Zhang Zhengdao shook his head and smiled bitterly. Three women can sing on the same stage. These two women, hehe, can also make witty remarks, which is comparable to the previous cross talk.

The blessings of being together are not so easy to enjoy!

The high-ranking official looked at this and that, and wisely chose to remain silent and not speak, so as not to get angry.

Sun Erniang came from a rough background and had little knowledge. She could not defeat Mrs. Wei. She was always at a disadvantage. She angrily fiddled with the lancet in her hand, raised her head frequently, and stared angrily at the vixen opposite.

Mrs. Wei was pampered all day long, and she had a certain aura of nobility, but she was also very charming, and her every move and smile was full of charm.

Seeing that Sun Erniang was unconvinced and looking at Zhang Zhengdao's restless look, Mrs. Wei rolled her eyes and decided not to quarrel with her.

Opening the package on the side, some jewelry was revealed, and a high-quality southern pearl necklace was taken out.

Mrs. Wei said softly: "Sister, you have good skin. Wearing this necklace will make it even fairer."

After speaking, show the necklace to Sun Erniang.

Sun Erniang said with a "hum", "That's natural. I haven't grown old yet, so naturally my skin is better than some people's."

Mrs. Wei knew that she was mocking her for being old, but she was no longer angry this time. She just held the necklace and wanted to wear it for Sun Erniang.

Seeing that the coquettish fox took the initiative to show her kindness, and seeing that the necklace was really beautiful, Sun Erniang did not resist anymore and asked her to help put it around her neck.

However, as soon as they were brought in, Sun Erniang turned around and asked Zhang Zhengdao: "Husband, do you look good?"

“Good-looking!”

Zhang Zhengdao gave a thumbs up and praised repeatedly.

At this time, it would be foolish to say that it doesn’t look good.

Looking at Mrs. Wei with a smile, Zhang Zhengdao nodded in approval. Who said that "second-hand goods" are not good? They are leftovers from people's food. Only this mature woman will not fight and understands the thoughts of men better.<

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Seeing that Mrs. Wei no longer bickered with Sun Erniang, and the two women gradually became familiar with each other and could chat about some interesting things, Zhang Zhengdao was relieved and began to enjoy a bright future.

"Official, we are just ahead at Liangshan." The boatman is an old man in his fifties who has been sailing on the river all year round and has rich experience.

The reason why Zhang Zhengdao chose his flying canopy was because he was old and would be confident that he could defeat him even if he had evil intentions.

When you go out for a walk, you need to be careful about everything, let alone three women with you.

Zhang Zhengdao got out of the cabin and looked forward, but he saw the same color as the water and sky in front of him, but no view of the other side.

All I can see is a vast expanse of white water, eight hundred miles of spring scenery, and all I can see is a panoramic view.

"Old man, let's sail along the west bank of Liangshanbo and dock at the wharf outside Yuncheng County." Zhang Zhengdao thought of the three men of the Ruan family in Shijie Village and wanted to visit them along the way.

"Official, stand still." The boatman supported the small boat, turned out of the Guangji River, and sailed into the 800-mile water mooring.

After controlling the direction, the flying boat sailed along the west bank of Liangshanbo towards Yuncheng County.

Along the way, Zhang Zhengdao was still worried that Gao Jie would send people to chase him, but the journey was peaceful and nothing happened.

For the sake of safety, Zhang Zhengdao, in addition to supplying supplies at the wharves he passed along the way, stayed on the boat with food and accommodation, just rushing on the road. Although it was hard work, it was better than safety.

Going to the toilet was quite embarrassing. Fortunately, the boatman was familiar with the route and would stop the boat from time to time and everyone would get off the boat to repair.

With two hundred miles of waterway, you can reach Yuncheng County in three or two days by stopping and going.

The boat moved forward, but saw that there were many branches in the harbor, and the boatman did not dare to sail in randomly. He just relied on the river and sailed westward.

The boatman sailed on the Guangji River all year round, so he knew the route well. After about an hour, he moved towards the shore.

A small pier appeared in front of me, but no one was there.

The boatman sighed: "In the past, this pier was very prosperous. Many fishing boats docked here, fishing and picking lotus roots."

"Last year, the imperial court established a certain Xicheng Farming Office and brought all the eight hundred miles of water to the palace. Anyone who entered the lake to fish, collect lotus roots, or cut cattails would be taxed heavily according to the size of the boat.

Anyone who violates the rules and regulations will be punished as a thief." The old man shook his head helplessly and sighed.