(Gongsun Mulin, Gongsun Muxue's older brother and Su Mulige's uncle, was formerly the Grand Secretary of Longyuan Pavilion in Zhaoyang State, the military advisor to Mulige's rebel army, and the prefect of Yuheng County.)
"uncle?"
Hua Qingcheng looked surprised. She really didn't expect that the person Mu Lige recommended was actually his uncle.
Mu Lige, who had seen Hua Qingcheng's shocked expression, raised the corners of his mouth slightly and chuckled, "Qingqing, he is my uncle Gongsun Mulin, the former Grand Secretary of Longyuan Pavilion in Zhaoyang State and now the military advisor of the rebel army."
"It's my uncle. Please take a seat."
Hua Qingcheng stood up, nodded and smiled at the visitor, then returned to her seat and raised her hand to gesture for the visitor to sit down. Her attitude was neither overly enthusiastic nor distant, striking a perfect balance.
"Your Highness the Crown Princess is honored." Gongsun Mulin bowed to Hua Qingcheng, then walked forward slowly and took a seat in the VIP seat.
It turned out that even after Lengyue Nation signed the agreement to cede the city, Mu Lige had already taken precautionary measures, considering the management of the new city. To this end, he specifically sent Qiongtian south to send a message, temporarily transferring Gongsun Mulin, who was serving as the military advisor of the 100,000-man rebel army in the southeastern part of Laifeng Nation, to the northeast to take over the administrative management of the new city.
Firstly, it could make Gongsun Mulin's identity clear and pave the way for the subsequent eastern expedition; secondly, it could transfer part of the army to the north, which would not only enhance the military strength of Yuheng County, but also alleviate his financial pressure.
After all, maintaining an army of 100,000 is a significant expense. His wife's space was rich in food, and optimizing and integrating their troops would not only enhance their strength but also rationalize their resources. The savings in food expenses could be invested in armaments, ensuring the soldiers' safety and improving overall combat effectiveness.
"Lord Gongsun, I never thought that we would have the chance to cooperate in this way." Tianji, standing aside, smiled and bowed to Gongsun Mulin.
If it weren't for Gongsun Mulin's help, Tianji would have been killed. Tianji was filled with gratitude and respect for Gongsun Mulin. He had once planned to join Gongsun Mulin once he had settled his wife and daughter, and then work together to overthrow the rule of Su Mutianjun, the current emperor of Zhaoyang, and avenge their deceased relatives.
"General Tian, you are too kind. How can shallow water hold a dragon? With your great talent and vision, you will surely soar to the sky one day." Gongsun Mulin nodded to Tianji, then smiled at Hua Qingcheng and said, "I came here this time because, firstly, I was asked by Li Ge to do so, and secondly, I also want to see the beauty of the person who could win Li Ge's heart."
Hua Qingcheng glanced sideways at Mu Lige, a faint smile playing on her lips. Then, she asked Gongsun Mulin, "Have I disappointed my uncle?"
"Haha!" Gongsun Mulin laughed heartily. "Her Highness the Crown Princess is not only stunningly beautiful, but also possesses both wisdom and courage. She possesses such a calm demeanor at such a young age. She is truly someone who will accomplish great things. Li Ge has a good eye."
After some pleasantries, Hua Qingcheng turned the topic to the management of Yuheng County.
"Now, Yuheng County has General Tian as its lieutenant, protecting the local people and the territory of Laifeng State. This reassures me. However, since the original inhabitants of Yuheng County all belonged to Lengyue State, they are still unaccustomed to their new status and even have some resistance. This is not conducive to the court's management of Yuheng County's government and the implementation of its policies. I wonder if Lord Gongsun has any good suggestions?"
Although Gongsun Mulin is Mu Lige's uncle, Hua Qingcheng also wants to see how capable the incoming governor of Yuheng County is.
Gongsun Mulin didn't directly answer Hua Qingcheng's question. After a moment's thought, he solemnly asked, "May I ask, Your Highness, how much power does the governor of Yuheng County have?"
Hua Qingcheng waved her sleeves and said proudly, "I have full authority over the entire Yuheng County. As long as Lord Gongsun is truly committed to the well-being of the people of Yuheng County and the interests of Laifeng Nation, you can do whatever you want."
Gongsun Mulin nodded and said, "That's very good. Your Highness, in my opinion, as ordinary people, what they care most about is whether they and their families can have enough food and clothing. After solving the problem of food and clothing, they will definitely think about how to make their lives better. As for the specific ruler, they don't care that much."
Hua Qingcheng curled her lips slightly and said with a smile to Gongsun Mulin, who was avant-garde in his thinking, "That's quite interesting. Lord Gongsun, please continue."
"If Your Highness wishes to win the hearts of the people, the first step is naturally to dispel the hostility of the people of Yuheng County. This can be achieved by implementing policies that benefit the people. As long as the people can truly enjoy the benefits and truly feel the advantages of being citizens of Laifeng Country, this resistance will gradually disappear."
"Secondly, we must provide comfort to the families of the soldiers who died in the battle of Youzhou. To some extent, this is also a crucial point. Because compared to ordinary people, this group of people is the most difficult to conquer. Of course, simply providing them with compensation will not be enough; we must use both kindness and force. This is human nature. We must let them know that Her Highness is only merciful in sparing their lives. After all, the army their wives serve in is invading the territory of Laifeng Kingdom."
"Third, we must vigorously develop Yuheng County's economy. On the one hand, we must encourage agricultural production, and on the other hand, we must be inclusive and promote trade. When the people of Yuheng County see their increasingly prosperous homeland, they will not only not object to becoming citizens of Laifeng Country, but will even be proud of it."
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