Five years of county magistrate, 100 million catties of grain shocked Li Shimin

Chapter 485 Finally succeeded, Fang Yuan was named King of Zhou

Because of Fang Yuan's choice of fiefdom, Li Shimin's originally very resistant mentality changed.

Lingnan Road was too backward, and it was so far away from Chang'an City. Moreover, there were frequent wars there, and the government's management was time-consuming and laborious.

If Lingnan is granted to Fang Yuan as a fiefdom, and if Fang Yuan manages it well, Lingnan will truly become a part of the Tang Dynasty.

"What title do you want?"

After Li Shimin thought for a long time, he finally decided to make Fang Yuan king.

"I am the Duke of Zhou, so please make me King of Zhou."

Fang Yuan thought for a while and said.

He has a special liking for the word Zhou.

"You go back, I will make a decision soon."

Li Shimin already made a decision in his mind.

But I was afraid that I would regret it, so I wanted to delay it for a few days.

"My minister retire."

Fang Yuan didn't know Li Shimin's mood.

I just feel like he doesn’t want to make himself king.

So he left directly without saying anything else.

Three full days passed before Li Shimin finally made a decision.

[Confess Fang Yuan as King of Zhou! 】

As soon as the news came out, the world was shocked. A king with a different surname was born.

People couldn't believe it, but it was true, Fang Yuan had really been crowned king.

However, after learning that Fang Yuan's fiefdom was Lingnan, people's excitement changed.

"Your Majesty is really wise. The king has granted the title, but it is Lingnan. It will be easier for him."

Changsun Wuji laughed happily when he learned about it.

Although he was excited when Du Miaoyan talked to him about the opportunity, he didn't want Fang Yuan to be crowned king.

After all, the relationship with Fang Yuan is very bad. Fang Yuan becoming king will not benefit him. The only benefit is that he breaks the rules and he will have opportunities in the future.

But Fang Yuanfeng was still unhappy.

Now, Fang Yuan's fiefdom is Lingnan, and Changsun Wuji was instantly happy.

Okay, it's such a good place. If Fang Yuan goes to Lingnan, he will definitely be frightened by the situation in Lingnan, and he might end up being killed by the locals.

"Husband, why is Lingnan on the back cover?!"

After Du Miaoyan learned about the situation of the fiefdom, most of the prince's happiness suddenly dissipated.

Lingnan is too desolate. It is a place where prisoners are sent, but the land is in Lingnan. This king's entitlement is very aggrieved.

"Don't get excited, this is what I want."

Fang Yuan calmed her down and smiled.

At the same time, Fang Yuan also called Su Ziqing and others and told them that he requested the fiefdom of Lingnan.

"Husband, why?"

"Lingnan is so desolate and backward!"

Du Miaoyan and others asked in confusion.

To go to Lingnan, it is better to move to Future Island.

It's a long way from Chang'an City to Lingnan, and it takes a month and a half to go back and forth.

As a result, it was different from what I had thought at the beginning, and there was no fun brought by being crowned king at all.

"There are several reasons."

"First, Lingnan is close to the sea and has a good geographical location, which is suitable for overseas development."

"Second, Lingnan is desolate and the people's hearts are not attached to the imperial court. It is suitable for us to truly control Lingnan."

"Third, I like Lingnan. I have extraordinary feelings for Lingnan and want to change Lingnan."

Fang Yuan said in a deep voice.

The first two are for development considerations.

The latter is that Fang Yuan will be a part of Lingnan in later generations.

Returning home in glory is everyone's dream, and Fang Yuan is no exception.

"That said, I think Lingnan is the best place."

Du Miaoyan's eyes lit up and she suddenly felt that Lingnan was good.

Now that they are all crowned kings, they have to consider the issue of independence.

Of course, this independence does not mean breaking away from the Tang Dynasty, but becoming the real king within the fiefdom.

In the Tang Dynasty, the Lingnan area may be the most suitable for development, and there has not been any invasion by foreign enemies.

"Don't tell outsiders, just let them think we are at a disadvantage."

Fang Yuan laughed.

Many people are unhappy with themselves now.

But after knowing that his fiefdom is Lingnan, he should feel less unhappy.

He hasn't left Chang'an City yet, so there is no need to get upset with too many ministers.

After all, he will no longer be in Chang'an City, and he hopes they will speak less ill of him.

Otherwise, the emperor would be worried about himself, which would be somewhat bad.

"I know!"

"What are your plans, husband?"

Du Miaoyan nodded and asked.

"Just leave the rest to me."

Fang Yuan smiled confidently.

Next, Fang Yuan cooperated with the court to prepare for the title of king.

Conferring a king is a major event, second only to the emperor's enthronement and the canonization of a prince. Even marrying a queen is not as grand.

Under the arrangements of the Ministry of Rites, it took a full month to finally work out the processes and procedures.

After worshiping the heaven and earth and other processes, Fang Yuan officially became the King of Zhou, the only king with a different surname currently alive in the Tang Dynasty.

Seeing Fang Yuan's majestic appearance wearing a python robe, the officials had different expressions and lowered their heads unconsciously.

This is the king. Even the prince does not dare to go too far, second only to the emperor.

Far away in Wuling County.

"My mentor has officially been crowned the king, and Ji Wuneng has come in person to express my gratitude to my mentor once again!"

Zhang Ji has firmly taken the position of magistrate of Wuling County.

Among the resources left by Fang Yuan, he was not as useless as he was in Shandong.

Almost as soon as he took office, he took real power and began to govern a large county like Wuling County.

On this day, Fang Yuan was crowned king. He could not go to congratulate him in person, so he could only kneel down in the county office in the direction of Chang'an City.

In fact, it's not that he can't ask for leave, but Fang Yuan gave him a task to build a road from Wuling County to Lingnan as soon as possible.

Fang Yuan's fiefdom was in Lingnan, so Zhang Ji naturally knew what it meant to build this road, so he didn't dare to neglect it.

It is easy to build roads near Wuling County, just discuss it with local officials.

With Fang Yuan supporting him, no one dared not give him face.

But it was different after entering Lingnan.

The officials in Lingnan agreed, but the officials in Lingnan disagreed.

This made it difficult for Zhang Ji to carry out his work. He could only intercede while explaining the benefits, etc., so as to personally direct the construction of the highway.

There is also the Zhou Palace in Lingnan. Zhang Jiye and Lingnan officials are planning together, hoping to make the Zhou Palace satisfactory to Fang Yuan.

Chang'an City, Fang Mansion.

After Fang Yuan returned to the Fang Mansion dressed in fine clothes and elegant, he couldn't help but slumped down on the stool.

I am so tired. After this ritual, my legs are no longer my own.

The complicated and cumbersome etiquette is really frustrating. I really don’t know why they make it so complicated!

"My lord, you are a thousand years old!"

Du Miaoyan arrived with Su Ziqing and others and said with a smile.

On this day, Du Miaoyan, Su Ziqing, Gao Xiangyu and others were all dressed up.

They are all rare beauties. After dressing up, they look even more stunning and stunning in the world.

"Have a great time today. I will allow the three of you to accompany me tonight!"

Fang Yuan's tired body suddenly became energetic.

They are all beauties, it is impossible not to be moved, and now I am.

But it's still broad daylight, and there are still people at home to entertain, so I can only hold back if I have any thoughts.

"Husband, what are you talking about?"

Du Miaoyan and her three daughters suddenly blushed and wanted to run away.

"I have already mentioned the princess's place, and the etiquette department will issue you uniforms later."

Fang Yuan smiled and changed the topic.Fang Yuan was crowned queen, and the choice of the princess was decided by Fang Yuan.

In addition to the main concubine being the main wife, there can be many side concubines, not just two.

"Husband, would you like to bring Wang Shiyu up?"

Du Miaoyan suddenly asked.

"No, I haven't seen her in a few days."

Fang Yuan shook his head and said.

Wang Shiyu previously said that he would marry her when he came back.

But after she came back, she had a lot of things to do, and the two of them rarely spent time alone.

At the same time, Wang Shiyu didn't mention that matter anymore, and Fang Yuan was too busy to forget it.

The two of them had neither the name nor the reality of being husband and wife, so how could Fang Yuan mention her name?
"I'll ask her what she means later."

Du Miaoyan said in a deep voice.

Wang Shiyu and others are now in Fang Mansion, and they all came to congratulate Fang Yuan.

Later she would ask Wang Shiyu whether he still wanted to marry Fang Yuan and join the Fang family.

Next, Fang Yuan entertained the guests and entertained them until the evening.

On this day, Fang Yuan was also very happy. He drank a lot of wine and was in a daze.

Originally, he wanted to let Du Miaoyan and the three of them serve him together tonight.

But after getting drunk, Fang Yuan lost his mind and fell asleep by himself.

In a daze, Fang Yuan felt someone crawling onto his bed and lying on his body.

The fragrance on her body was different from that of Du Miaoyan and others. Fang Yuan opened his eyes, only to find that the candlelight had been blown out.

The night passed like that.

The next day Fang Yuan got up feeling refreshed and was immediately stunned.

The person sleeping on the other side of him turned out to be Wang Shiyu!
She was sleeping half on her stomach, and her long hair blocked most of the spring light, but the skin she revealed was firm and strong, and her curves were mind-boggling.

"You, are you awake?!"

Wang Shiyu suddenly opened his eyes and saw Fang Yuan looking at him.

In an instant, her face turned red, she pulled the quilt over and shrank into it.

"What happened last night?"

Fang Yuan was a man after all, and he soon showed a manly smile.

He reached out and grabbed the quilt, wanting to lift it up and take a look at Wang Shiyu.

But Wang Shiyu held on tightly, refusing to show Fang Yuan his hands.

"You go out first, and I'll get dressed."

Wang Shiyu hid under the quilt and whispered.

Fang Yuan tried to pull him away several times but could not pull him away, and in the end it was useless.

It's normal to be shy. Even older men like me are shy, let alone a girl.
Fang Yuan no longer forced himself, found his own clothes on the bed and put them on.

When I got out of bed, I noticed that there was a blush in the middle of the bed.

With a sigh in his heart, Fang Yuan walked out of the room.

"Husband, did you sleep well last night?"

Du Miaoyan came over with a bad smile.

She woke up for a while and came over to find Fang Yuan for breakfast.

But Fang Yuan hadn't woken up yet, so she did some martial arts in the yard.

After seeing Fang Yuan wake up, he restrained his martial arts and walked towards Fang Yuan.

"You did a good job, right?"

"I slept in a daze last night and didn't feel anything."

Fang Yuan pinched Du Miaoyan's face.

But thinking about last night, Fang Yuan didn't feel anything, but it wasn't so real.

Du Miaoyan smiled and did not deny it, taking it as an admission.

Not long after, the door opened again and Wang Shiyu came out.

When she saw Fang Yuan, she blushed again, lowering her head and not daring to look at Fang Yuan.

When she thought of what happened last night, she wanted to find a crack to get in.

She also drank a lot last night, and under Du Miaoyan's instigation, she sent herself to Fang Yuan's bed.

"Husband, Shiyu, let's have breakfast."

Du Miaoyan said with a smile.

He took Fang Yuan and Wang Shiyu to have breakfast.

This was Fang Yuan's first breakfast after being crowned king, and everyone was there.

The weather today is obviously a little different, and everyone looks brighter.

Among them, Princess Xiangcheng was picked up yesterday, returned to the Prince Consort's Mansion last night, and came to Fang Yuan this morning.

Li Ke has left Chang'an City. The pregnancy of Princess Xiangcheng has not been exposed, and there is no need to continue hiding.

Of course, Princess Xiangcheng still had to be taken away before her belly was revealed.

Therefore, Future Island or Lingnan Palace must be suitable for habitation at least before Princess Xiangcheng's belly is revealed.

Wang Shiyu kept her head down as she ate her breakfast, not daring to raise her head, because someone kept looking at her with a half-smile, which made her feel very uncomfortable.

Probably because of what happened last night, everyone feels how they are doing now.

"Ahem, um, Fang Yuan, is it time for the second Silk Road to start?"

Wang Shiyu couldn't bear it anymore, so she could only take the initiative to speak and change the topic.

"We are indeed ready to start. Will you go this time?"

Fang Yuan thought for a while and nodded.

It has been nearly two months since Wang Shiyu came back.

I go there about once every three months, and now I’m almost ready.

The preparation of goods always takes some time, and one month is just right.

"That's for sure, I like trade!"

Wang Shiyu nodded heavily.

She loved trade and going to sea.

The free wind and rough waves are so charming.

"If you like it, then go ahead."

"But this time may be different from last time. They will all arrange their own manpower to go there."

Fang Yuan thought for a while and said.

If you like to do what you like, do it.

But the second Silk Road is destined to be different from the first.

For the first time, there were only Wang Shiyu and his security team, with Wang Shiyu as the leader.

But now, in addition to the two ships that belong to Fang Yuan, there are two more that belong to the emperor and three that belong to various ministers.

Under such circumstances, it is not certain whether Wang Shiyu can still make the final decision. Maybe they all still have their own ideas.

"I would have forgotten this even if you didn't tell me."

"But I have experience and channels, so they should all listen to me."

Wang Shiyu's face slowly became solemn and she said in a deep voice.

Indeed, this time will be different from last time, and it may not be that easy.

But they have experience and have opened up sales in the Western Regions. If they want to sell their own things, they have to listen to themselves.

"Hopefully."

Fang Yuan found it a bit difficult.

But Wang Shiyu wants to go, so go ahead.

If that doesn't work, after the port on the Lingnan side is built, the Lingnan team will be handed over to Wang Shiyu.

"Sir, I have an urgent letter from you. It's unsigned."

Gouzi arrived and presented an unsigned letter to Fang Yuan.

Fang Yuan was a little surprised, but he still took it and opened it.

At first glance, Fang Yuan's face showed joy, but soon he frowned.

Du Miaoyan and others noticed the change in Fang Yuan's expression and looked at Fang Yuan curiously.

"It seems that I also want to go to the Western Regions."

Fang Yuan narrowed his eyes slightly, said in a deep voice.

With that said, he handed the letter to Du Miaoyan who was standing aside to read.

Du Miaoyan's expression was similar to Fang Yuan's, she showed joy at first and then frowned.

(End of this chapter)