Chapter 10, Who has turned this channel into a lament of blood and tears

"Brother-in-law, please don't be angry," Chen Jiao said to Li Xi. "Just one year, I promise, after one year, I will come back."

She began to run outward, as if a monstrous beast capable of devouring everything was behind her. Li Xi did not stop her, but simply said to a corner of the study, "Follow her and protect her in secret." A shadow flashed by.

No, there isn't. Holding that pair of icy little hands in her palms, Chen Jiao shook her head and asked, "Why does Zhen'er call me Sister Fairy?"

There will definitely be a way. As long as you, brother-in-law, are willing to help me, I believe I can do it. Chen Jiao was quite stubborn. Yes, after a night of contemplation, she realized she could not escape; she could not ignore the lives and deaths of these refugees

After arriving in ancient times, Chen Jiao's interactions were limited to the silent servants and eunuchs in the palace, as well as individuals like Li Xi. Under Li Xi's protection, her world had always been gentle and serene. However, the terrifying nature of evil lies in its ability to ruthlessly tear apart the softest parts of the human heart when one is least aware. At this moment, Chen Jiao's heart is being severely wounded by the unspoken rules of this ancient world, bleeding profusely. Yet, the terrifying nature of evil lies in its ability to ruthlessly tear apart the softest parts of the human heart when one is least aware. At this moment, Chen Jiao's heart is being severely wounded by the unspoken rules of this ancient world, bleeding profusely.

"Husband, is my sister going to be alright?" Zhang Cui, who had been observing from outside the window, asked with concern

Chen Jiao looked at Li Xi with confusion, not understanding what he was saying

The moon in the sky is very round, and the bright moonlight spills onto the earth. Chen Jiao gazes at the timeless moonlight, silently questioning in her heart, why must I come here? Oh heavens, what a cruelty it is to show me all of this! How cruel it is!

Looking at his innocent and adorable appearance, Chen Jiao couldn't help but smile, but when she thought of what Li Xi had said about "Shi En," she felt a wave of sadness. She picked up Zhen Er and found that his body was as light as a feather. Holding this poor child tightly, she buried her head deep into his shoulder

Jiao Jiao, this is your second aunt's medical book. Keep it with you and take a look when you have time. The northern winds are cold, and in case you encounter any minor ailments, it can serve as a precaution. Ti Ying handed her a beautifully crafted small bamboo scroll.

a moment of speechlessness

Recently, Pengcheng has not been very stable. Due to the court's decision to open the Wei Canal and Longshou Canal, the local populace living along the routes of these canals has been displaced and relocated. Consequently, a portion of these displaced individuals has entered Pengcheng, leading to an increasing number of beggars on the streets. For Chen Jiao, the term "refugee" had mostly been a conceptual term and a physical image seen in films and television; this was her first direct encounter with these refugees. The emaciated children, with their skin stretched tightly over their bones, had vacant gazes, and their eyes reflected a desperate longing for food. For Chen Jiao, the term "refugee" had mostly been a conceptual term and a physical image seen in films and television; this was her first direct encounter with these refugees. The emaciated children, with their skin stretched tightly over their bones, had vacant gazes, and their eyes reflected a desperate longing for food

To the east of Beiping?" Li Xi raised an eyebrow and said, "The northern region is desolate, overgrown with weeds, and sparsely populated. However, the court has not yet established any substantial administrative command over this area. It would not be impossible to settle thousands of people here. But are you sure they can survive there?

"Jiao'er, even so, where exactly do you intend to send them?" Li Xi found himself completely at a loss regarding Chen Jiao's stubbornness

Chen Jiao's method is quite simple; it involves sending these thousands of people away from Pengcheng in batches and then resettling them. In this way, the refugees will no longer be associated with the Li family

Always remember: a tree that stands out in the forest will surely be blown down by the wind! Chen Fu, who came to see Chen Jiao off, looked at her radiant appearance and thought of her stubborn character in choosing the good, feeling a wave of concern

Jiao'er, if you want to adopt that child, you may. However, you mentioned wanting to help all the disaster victims; how is that feasible? Have you forgotten what I told you yesterday?

"It is not just appearance; behavior and speech matter as well," Chen Qian reminded.

What does my brother-in-law think about the area east of North Beijing? Chen Jiao mentioned the location she had in mind

You know what, forget it, if you really want to do it, I will help you. In the end, Li Xi could not bear to refuse her, even though he still considered his sister's idea to be fanciful and was absolutely against it from his perspective. However, thinking that he had never done anything for this sister before, and this was her first genuine request for him to do something, he could only acquiesce to her wishes

What? Chen Jiao did not understand why her sympathy had turned into treason.

"Just take good care of yourself," Li Xi said irritably. He simply could not argue with his sister and had no choice but to let her go, though he was quite unwilling in his heart.

Are you suggesting that their household registration be changed from agricultural to commercial? This is impossible. The court will not approve it. Moreover, there are no merchants who can employ so many people to work.

In the fragrant air of spring flowers and grass, Chen Jiao bid farewell to the city that had truly allowed her to integrate into this world, along with the family she had come to recognize in it. However, for her, this was also a way to protect them

"Wait a moment, Jiao Jiao, do you know that our dynasty has a system of registered households?" Li Xi shook his head, not in agreement, "No matter where they settle, they need to report the number of households and population to the authorities. How could so many people settle down without alerting the government, as you mentioned on mhetushucom.com?"

Chen Jiao once again recalled the pleading eyes of the little girls when she went to the East Market to buy and sell slaves. That kind of despair remained vivid in her heart, even months later, as if it were just yesterday. Therefore, when she discovered that human traffickers were attempting to entice people to sign contracts for their own enslavement, she stepped forward to stop them and offered some food to those unfortunate souls. However, as the number of refugees continued to increase, more and more people gathered by the coal yard, waiting for their share. Zhuang Xin, who had been following Chen Jiao closely and acting as her bodyguard, reported this situation to Li Xi. Yet, as the number of refugees continued to grow, more and more people gathered by the coal yard, waiting for their share. Zhuang Xin, who had been following Chen Jiao closely and acting as her bodyguard, reported this situation to Li Xi.

It turns out to be a poor child whose father died early, mother went missing, and who fled here with neighbors during the disaster

"But, but I cannot," Chen Jiao shouted at Li Xi. She needed a way to vent her feelings; she was too panicked. "I cannot take the blood of others for granted."

Therefore, as long as they are no longer self-sufficient farmers, this system will have no effect on them. Chen Jiao naturally understood the household registration system implemented by the Han Dynasty to strictly control the movement of the population.

Li Xi's worries were no less than hers. He let out a long sigh and said, "She will be fine. We have all gone through this, haven't we?"

"Jiao Jiao, many times, we cannot do anything." Li Xi felt heartache for Chen Jiao's expression of awakening from a grand dream, for the innocence he had shattered with his own hands

After a night of contemplation, Chen Jiao suddenly realized that in this world where human life is regarded as worthless, her identity as a former empress was a deadly weapon for herself and those around her. Therefore, distancing herself from the Han Dynasty, away from Chang'an, to Liaodong, a place still beyond the reach of Han influence, became her decision

No, Zhen'er. No

The King of Chu has always been praised for his love for the people as if they were his own children. Why then does he turn a blind eye to the refugees under his rule? Have you ever considered this? He does this to avoid suspicion. The refugees have been displaced due to the court; if they find peace because of the King of Chu or anyone else, what will the refugees think? What will the court think? There are things the King of Chu cannot do, and you certainly cannot do them, understand?" Li Xi, unwilling to see Chen Jiao become increasingly entangled in this matter, could only do his utmost to awaken her, "You provide them with food every day, and now a large number of refugees have gathered here, which is already inappropriate. As for finding ways for them to become self-sufficient, that is even more inappropriate. " There are things the King of Chu cannot do, and you certainly cannot do them, understand?" Li Xi, unwilling to see Chen Jiao become increasingly entangled in this matter, could only do his utmost to awaken her, "You provide them with food every day, and now a large number of refugees have gathered here, which is already inappropriate. As for finding ways for them to become self-sufficient, that is even more inappropriate.

It's alright! Her voice was somewhat choked.

Sister Fairy, Zhen'er is very dirty. Do not ... ...

In the sixth year of the Yuan Guang era, in spring, the Wei Canal and the Longshou Canal were opened

Understood, understood. Tang Seng and the others! Chen https://www.hetushucomcom Jiao has discovered that she is somewhat unable to tolerate their incessant chatter. Since they left the Li residence, she has been continuously repeating these words. By now, they must have traveled about ten to twenty miles from the city, yet they are still going on.

Jiao Jiao, listen carefully. Gather the refugees and take care of their clothing, food, housing, and transportation. This should not be the responsibility of any individual. These matters fall under the jurisdiction of the court. Even the feudal lords, if they interfere too much in this matter, will be seen as engaging in favoritism, attempting to win people's hearts, and committing an act of treason. Do you understand

Jiao'er! Be more rational! Li Xi was utterly at a loss with her stubbornness

From the moment Zhen'er was born, he had no father. The uncles said he was gone even before Zhen'er was in his mother's womb. His mother was originally with Zhen'er, but one day she also disappeared. I asked the aunt, and they were always crying. Everyone said the emperor wanted to build a large canal, so the uncles had to leave the village. They said Zhen'er could not stay in the village alone and had to go with them. So we came here. Although Zhen'er was dressed in rags, he evidently had good upbringing and answered questions in an orderly manner. Everyone said the emperor wanted to build a large canal, so the uncles had to leave the village. They said Zhen'er could not stay in the village alone and had to go with them. So we came here. Although Zhen'er was dressed in rags, he evidently had good upbringing and answered questions in an orderly manner

I have not forgotten; as long as the court does not find out, it will be fine, will it not?" Chen Jiao's eyes were red, a result of her sleepless night.

If I could give them something to do? I know that a place producing too many displaced persons is detrimental to the promotion and achievements of officials. As long as you are willing to assist me, there will be absolutely no issues with their household registration. Chen Jiao revealed her trump card, which she had pondered over all night.

You may speak. Li Xi did not believe that Chen Jiao could come up with any good solutions, and only hoped that she would give up soon.

Child, how did you end up here? Where are your parents? Chen Jiao collected her thoughts and bent down to inquire about the child

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I understand, thank you, Second Aunt. Chen Jiao leaned against Ti Ying, feeling her motherly care.

Forget it, you must be careful all the way! Li Xi lowered the curtain of the carriage and gave a few more detailed instructions to the driver, Zhuang Xin, before reluctantly watching them set off on their journey

"Brother-in-law, I am leaving. You and my sister must take care of yourselves." Chen Jiao was worried about the refugees and felt she had to accompany them on their journey to the Northeast to find peace of mind. Today marked the departure of the last group of refugees, and she left Pengcheng accompanied by Zhuang Xin

What is Tang Seng? Of course, they would not know about "Journey to the West," and everyone looked at Chen Jiao with confusion

This group of refugees mostly comes from the same place. Due to the law of collective punishment implemented during the Han Dynasty, when one person from a household fled, ten households would typically follow. The people from the same hometown and village are very familiar with each other. Li Xi secretly invited a few of the more reasonable individuals among them, explaining the ins and outs of the situation in detail, along with their current plans. These individuals were well-respected in their community, very reasonable, and had some knowledge of the imperial edicts. Since becoming refugees, they had been quite worried about the future. Now that they learned there was a way to survive, they were naturally very willing to cooperate.

"Sister Fairy, were you crying just now?" Zhen'er timidly reached out her small hand and gently touched Chen Jiao's face

"Is it because of this that we should turn a blind eye to the lives and deaths of so many people?" Chen Jiao felt her voice was unusually hoarse, as if she was seeing the world clearly for the first time. Human life seemed so cheap, merely a natural sacrifice in the struggle for power.

On this night, Chen Jiao realized for the first time that this place was so different from the world she had once lived in. There was indeed a distinction in the value of human lives. Should she allow that poor child, Zhen'er, to fade away like those innocent lives, becoming one of the bloodstains obscured in the annals of future history

"It is possible. As long as I am given half a year, I can achieve it." Chen Jiao firmly believed this. With the fertility of Beidahuang, as long as there are no unforeseen circumstances, it can certainly sustain these people. "Once their household registration is transferred to the merchants, they can leave under the legitimate guise of itinerant traders, right?"

My sister is as beautiful as a fairy. In the past, everyone said my mother was the most beautiful person in the village, but my sister is even more beautiful. Moreover, like a fairy, she gave food to Zhen'er and the uncles. The uncle also said that my sister must be a reincarnation of a celestial being to have such a kind heart. Zhen'er shook his head and said, "I made a bet with Xiao San from Hu Bo's family, saying that I would be the first person to talk to my sister tomorrow. So I sneaked out, and unexpectedly ran into you here. As expected, no one got here earlier than me"

I am very rational, truly. "Chen Jiao quietly looked at them, "Brother-in-law, could you please let me finish speaking? After you hear my suggestion, if you find it inappropriate, then I will listen to you.

Brother-in-law, Uncle Chen, Second Aunt, Uncle Chen Er, take care!

I understand. Chen Jiao certainly knows what Chen Fu is worried about, "My sister told me that I must always wear a veil in the future, haven't I already agreed to that?"

Zhang Cui rested her head on her husband's shoulder, remaining silent.

The weather is clear, the sun is shining brightly, and the sounds of birds and the fragrance of flowers indicate that spring has arrived everywhere. However, the Li family in Pengcheng is shrouded in a cloud of gloom. In the hall, Li Xi looks frustrated as he gazes at Chen Jiao, while Zhang Cui anxiously watches the two individuals who are like bulls ready to fight.

I know that giving a man a fish is not as good as teaching him to fish. After hearing this, Chen Jiao quickly said, I am already thinking of ways to enable them to sustain themselves.

Jiao Jiao!" Li Xifu held Chen Jiao's shoulder, "You cannot do this anymore. This is a betrayal of the city, do you understand?"

Jiao Jiao, have you been frequently giving food to those beggars in the city lately?" Li Xi quietly looked at the anxious Chen Jiao in front of her. After seeing her nod slightly, she continued, "The number of vagrants is increasing, and as the weather warms up, the profits from the coal business are becoming thinner. It is impossible to support so many people.

The carriage began to move, and Chen Jiao lifted the curtain, gazing at Li Xi and others who stood by the roadside to bid her farewell. A wave of sentiment washed over her, as she had already regarded them as her family in this world. Now, with their separation, it was naturally difficult for her.

How could Zhen'er not have parents? Then how did Zhen'er come here

"Jiao'er, do not risk your life," Zhang Cui could not help but speak up, "How easy is it to deceive the court? There are thousands of people involved now"

After dinner, Li Xi specifically called Chen Jiao to the study.

You..." Li Xi had a look of helplessness on his face

The markets of the Han Dynasty were closed at night. Therefore, as darkness fell, there were few pedestrians, apart from the homeless; even the beggars were driven to a place in the east of the city. Chen Jiao ran frantically to the pharmacy, and when she stopped, in the stillness, the only sound she could hear was her own breathing. Looking at the desolate street and thinking of those ragged people, she felt a wave of confusion. Chen Jiao ran frantically to the pharmacy, and when she stopped, in the stillness, the only sound she could hear was her own breathing. Looking at the desolate street and thinking of those ragged people, she felt a wave of confusion.

Thus, under Li Xi's arrangement, these thousands of refugees were divided into hundreds of groups and quietly departed from Pengcheng, heading towards the vast northeastern wilderness east of Youbeiping. During this process, all of the Li family's manpower was mobilized to conceal the comings and goings of these individuals

Thank you, brother-in-law. Chen Jiao was extremely happy; after persuading Li Xi, her confidence grew significantly, for she knew in her heart that Li Xi was much more measured in his actions than she was. As long as he was truly willing to intervene, it could definitely be accomplished

Sister Fairy, are you crying

"Sister Fairy, Sister Fairy." A tender voice rang in her ear, pulling her back from her confusion into reality. A child, about seven or eight years old, appeared in her line of sight, his small body trembling slightly.

"Zhen'er is about to go to the coal shop to wait for Sister Fairy. Zhen'er has no parents," said the little boy who referred to himself as Zhen'er.

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