Chapter 21: Preliminary Stability

  After the children have practiced, they can take charge of the village or district head, because Zhang Xiu's subordinates are scarce, and only those who cultivate themselves can manage affairs. These children can also undertake major tasks, which is why he now occupies only one county at a time, slowly developing, fearing Yuan Shao and Gongsun Zan, these two big warlords, is another matter, the most important thing is the lack of talent.

  In this era, the interests of a large family are diametrically opposed to those of the ruling power, making it even more difficult to attract talent than one might imagine. After all, the regime is a theocratic system where everyone has a different status based on their contributions, and faith takes precedence over everything else. As a result, it is impossible for followers to exist in the form of large families, which is fundamentally at odds with the nature of this era!

  It can be said that all the land under Zhang Xu's jurisdiction belongs to this immortal master, and his followers only have the right to use it. This way, it naturally damages the foundation of the big family's survival, and with the identity of a cultivator, there is no need to think about letting people rely on him.

  That's why his path is the most difficult one, a lone battle against the world. He was destined to have no allies to rely on, no great talents to turn to, after all, the talented people at this time were mostly raised by large families.

  However, there are also advantages. These children are his most loyal believers, letting them serve as grassroots officials and having the original devout followers cooperate with him is enough to make him grasp the entire Chang County without a single leak!

  At this time, Bu Wu also started reporting on his work. This was already the fifth day that the children had been arranged to go down. Zhang Xu was very curious about how their work was going, after all, this was the first large-scale use of children to do things, and he was a bit nervous too.

  "Master Xianshi, the little ones in Tongzi Camp are very diligent in doing things, and they have done an excellent job. The five major districts now have basically stabilized their residents, and each district has also made arrangements. Now it's just the final confirmation of the Jiazheng households. Things can be handled so quickly, these children have done a great job!"

  He spoke with extreme admiration, and it can be seen that he was sincerely praising.

  "Oh, it's okay!"

  Zhang Xu nodded, a satisfied smile spreading across his face as he said slowly: "We still need to continue tempering them. The two old stewards you mentioned can continue to instruct them. This county town is of the utmost importance, and the future workshop area and commercial area will all be set up here. It will gradually become our main base, after all, Qinglin Town's development potential is too small!"

  "Yes, Master Xian!"

  He said with reverence and respect.

  "Alright, let's gradually expand the scale of Gongfang Village in Qinglin Town, and slowly merge other agricultural villages into it. In the future, that place will serve as the raw material production area for this seat!"

  After some thought, Zhang Xu said that Qinglin Town is close to the sea and its terrain is also surrounded by mountains, making it extremely hidden and suitable as a supply base. After all, in the future development, various weapons, armor, and farming tools will be in high demand, and now they are barely enough. Moreover, there is still a lot of grain in stock, which is exactly the right time to reform!

  After all, Chang County was originally a large county in Donglai Prefecture, and the land is still extremely fertile. It only needs a large number of oxen to open up the wasteland, and this place will become a new area of good fields, becoming a grain-producing area under Zhang Huai's jurisdiction.

  "Immortal Master, if it's like this, then what about those good fields in Qinglin Town?"

  Bu Wu hesitated for a moment before gritting his teeth and saying.

  "This issue, just relocate some people in as agricultural population, but the workshop area must be strictly sealed off, and all their outings need to be recorded!"

  Zhang Xu thought for a moment, Qinglin Town has developed about 350,000 mu of land over the years, and after two or three years of basic fertilization, it can be considered relatively fertile. It's really a pity to waste it, so he said.

  "Hmm, but this way, it seems that there are fewer people. Alright, for now, let's focus on fully cultivating the land near the county town!"

  After some thought, Zhang Xu made arrangements. Qinglin Town must strengthen the production of raw materials, especially steel and iron smelting, which must be strengthened. The construction of salt fields and shipbuilding and fishing are also needed to be strengthened. After all, the occupied territory has expanded, and the cultivation of troops and militia will increase expenses.

  "It's still underpopulated!"

  Zhang Xu let out a sigh, over 40,000 people, it seemed like a lot, but when the time came, he felt that it was really not enough. Qinglin Town had become a raw material base and needed a large amount of labor. Opening up Chang County's land also required a large number of hands, which made his head ache for a while.

  "Immortal Master, why not open up recruitment for refugees? As long as we do a good job of screening them?"

  Seeing Zhang Xu's slightly embarrassed expression, Bu Wu hastily said.

  "Alright, let Wu Zhong bring back two battalions and Gan Hai take five people out to completely control Chang County. Gradually introduce the refugees and remember that the arrangement work for the refugees must be done well!"

  "Furthermore, I plan to unfold a miracle and then quickly organize the refugees to complete the spring plowing work!"

  It's almost time, the resettlement of the population is almost complete, it's time to show miracles, after all, Chang County has a population of over 10,000, once they become believers, they can unleash great power, and strive to complete the spring plowing work!

  Chang County has just been established, and it can be said that there are a thousand threads and ten thousand strands. In Zhang Xu's heart, there is always a sense of urgency, which is extremely urgent. Otherwise, he would not have taken such a big step forward so adventurously. However, all of this was worth it.

  "In addition, arrangements have been made with the governor's office in Donglai County. The introduction of personnel is an extremely severe challenge and may attract outside attention. General Guan Hai must be coordinated well. News from this place must not be leaked out!"

  After another reminder, Zhang Xu finally allowed Bu Wu to continue his report. Listening to Bu Wu's item-by-item report on the work that had been done, Zhang Xu nodded in satisfaction. Although it was indeed a difficult task, surpassing the system of nearly 1,800 years ago was truly unprecedented progress. The policy of "beat local tyrants and divide land" greatly aroused the enthusiasm of the people of Chang County, and with the guidance of the followers, a preliminary faith system had been established. Although the lines of faith had not yet been established, this was only a matter of time.

  In addition to the people's livelihood stabilization work such as Shi Zhuan, as well as the improvement of grassroots organizational strength, the overall situation in Chang County is still quite good, at least they have acknowledged his rule...