In the 486th year of the unification of the First Emperor, the remaining winter was coming to an end. On this day, on Shujiazhuang Street, Xia Chun, the director of the local pavilion, held a gong in his hand. As he walked, he knocked and shouted: "Countrymen, countrymen.

, The dynasty has changed! The dynasty has changed!”

The administrative divisions in the Jin Dynasty generally followed the system of the previous dynasty. According to the density of population, there was a pavilion for about ten miles in the place, a pavilion chief, and a township for ten pavilions. There were three elders in the township, a stalwart husband of rank, and one person each for traveling and visiting, to manage the township.

Affairs. Although Xia Chun is the chief of the pavilion, he is just a low-level low-level official and comes from a poor family.

When everyone heard the shouting, they gathered together in surprise and asked: "Chief Xia Ting, what did you say just now? What - a change of dynasty?"

Chief Xia Ting did not answer for now, and when the crowd was almost gathered, he said slowly and loudly with a bit of excitement on his face: "The Wei family is ignorant and incompetent. It has long lost its morals to the world and lost its heart to the people. Sima family

But Deyun

Shenglong. Although our wise and lofty Jin King Sima Xiangguo has passed away, the Jin King's crown prince Sima Baoyan succeeded to the throne. After the crown prince ascended the throne, he became a sage, wise and virtuous. He was better than his father and his ancestors.

Nothing less,

However, Emperor Cao Huan of the Wei Dynasty became even more eccentric. If the King of Jin did not proclaim himself emperor at this time, he would be acting against heaven and harming the people. In order to obey the will of heaven, respond to the people's wishes, and for the sake of the common people in the world, the King of Jin has proclaimed himself the emperor on Wei's behalf.

country

He was named Jin. And Wei Emperor Cao Huan was also willing to give way to talents. Emperor Sima Wu was of high virtue and extremely generous to the Wei family. He named Wei Emperor Cao Huan King of Chenliu, and all the kings of the Wei family were named county princes. Now, you and I have

They are the people of the Jin Dynasty."

Mr. Xia Tingzhang kept talking, obviously because he had been busy working on this matter in recent days. His sentences became more and more proficient, and his emotions became more and more rich, but his voice was a little hoarse from exhaustion.

When people heard that the dynasty had changed, they were all surprised. But after thinking about it, it seemed that it had nothing to do with them. It was just that they were the subjects of the Wei Dynasty before and now they are the subjects of the Jin Dynasty. It was the same as Cao Wei forty-five years ago.

There is no difference in Daihan.

There have been too many dynasty changes in Chinese history, but most of the previous dynasty changes were in the form of large-scale wars. The common people were recruited to fight and divided into Party A, Party B, and Party C. There was no hatred between the soldiers, they only knew that they were fighting.

, fight to the end, no matter which side’s soldiers, which side

The common people, the soldiers who survived, and the common people who managed to survive were all the people of the victorious side. But this time it was different. Sima Yan only passed the political coup of a small group of high-level officials without using a single knife.

Guns evolved peacefully and dynasties changed. The common people were not affected at all.

When Xia Tingzhang said the last sentence, "You and I are already citizens of the Jin Dynasty," he couldn't help but raise his right hand above his head excitedly. At this time, there should have been a scene of people cheering, but the people's reaction was very dull, which made Xia Tingzhang excited.

The director of the pavilion was a little embarrassed. He knocked the gong twice hard, "A bunch of ignorant people."

At this time, he saw Shu An in the crowd and greeted him: "Nephew Shu Xian, the establishment of the Jin Dynasty is the top priority in the world. Look at these people, but they are like wooden chickens. You are a scholar, sir."

And I was once a doctor of Taixue, so you have to guide everyone well."

Shu An was reading poetry and books, and knew that changing dynasties was nothing but a power game for the ruling class. He didn't know what to say, and most of the crowd dispersed. Xia Tingchang quickly found a step to cover up.

Embarrassed: "I should have visited Dr. Shu in person, but I am busy with official duties and have no time to spare. I ask my nephew to report this matter to your Majesty, and then set an example to the rest of the country. I have to go to the next place to announce it, so

Let’s go first.”

Shu An returned home and told his father about the incident. Shu Boguang had expected this day before he resigned, so he was not surprised when he heard about it. Shu An returned to his house and said to his wife: "Now, Sima Zhao

His son Sima Yan has replaced Cao Wei and established the Jin Dynasty, and you and I are already subjects of the Jin Dynasty."

But Mrs. Zhou said calmly: "Oh, I am a woman who only recognizes her husband and does not know the monarch." After saying that, she looked at her husband with a smile and said, "There are big things in the country, and big things are going to happen in our family."

"My family?" Shu An was confused, "What big thing could happen?"

"You said that we are now the subjects of Dajin. I'm afraid, Dajin will add two more minor subjects."

Shu An didn't understand Zhou's words for a moment, "Why are we adding two more people?" At this moment, he saw Zhou's hand touching her belly, and he suddenly woke up and said ecstatically, "You mean you are pregnant? And there are two of them?"

Mrs. Zhou said with a smile and anger: "What two? One from my family and one from the Han family."

"Oh? You mean Brother Han's family also has one?"

Mrs. Zhou happily responded: "Yes."

It turns out that since the last time Shu An and his wife sent clothes to Han Ning and his wife, the two new daughters-in-law have increased their interactions and left a good impression on each other. Mrs. Liu admires Mrs. Zhou for her kindness, and Mrs. Zhou admires Mrs. Liu for being poor and disciplined. They often

Let's do some female work together and chat. Naturally, the two women do not hide such private matters from each other.

The Shu and Han families were immersed in joy, of course, not because of the change of dynasty.

In May, Jiangnan has entered the rainy season. Although Ruyin is not Jiangnan, it has abundant rainfall. It rained just the night before yesterday, and on the morning of the sixth day of the lunar month, the rain cleared. Seven-colored clouds appeared in the eastern sky.

The sun was hiding behind the seven-colored clouds, shining a colorful light on the sky above Ruyin County. Dr. Shu, Shu An, and Xie Yi stood in the courtyard, looking at the seven-colored clouds that were like the morning glow but even more strange.

Shu An is young, and compared with the two old people, his face is obviously uneasy and excited. Early in the morning, Xie Yi heated up hot water. After Shu An invited the midwife, Grandma Wang, he has been pacing back and forth in the hospital.

Bu. The strange seven-colored clouds did not reduce his anxiety.

A clear cry of "Wow" in the room reached the ears of the three people in the hospital. Shu An's excitement reached its peak, knowing that the baby had been successfully born. He was filled with surprises and ran into the house in a few steps, stroking the little life.

, while comforting his weak wife.

The midwife came out with a smile on her face: "Congratulations, Dr. Shu, it's your little grandson."

Dr. Shu was also happy from ear to ear, and quickly took out the wedding money and gave it to the midwife: "Thank you for your hard work, mother-in-law."

Granny Wang said: "Let me just say that your Shu family's ancestors have done good deeds and God will never see your family die. Now that a strange light has appeared today, it must have moved God. This child must have some background."

"No, no, the strange sign coming from the sky is just a coincidence. How can it have any origin?" Dr. Shu told Xie Yi again, "My mother-in-law has been busy for most of the day. Quickly prepare food and wine to entertain her."

While eating, Granny Wang explained to Shu An some postpartum care for women, as well as precautions for taking care of children. Since there were no older women in the Shu family, there was a lack of experience in this area, so Granny Wang explained in as much detail as possible.

Before the meal was finished, I heard Han Ning shouting outside the door: "Brother Shu, Brother Shu, has Sister Zun given birth? Is Grandma Wang here?"

Han Ning was a frequent visitor to the Shu family, and he used to come and go casually. But today, a red cloth was hung in front of the door of the Shu family. He knew that a woman from the Shu family must be giving birth and could not enter at will.

Shu An hurriedly came out and said with a smile, "It's Brother Han. The bitch gave birth, and Granny Wang is still here."

"Oh, Sister-in-law is in trouble, so I won't come in." Han Ning stood outside the door, "Sister-in-law is giving birth to a boy or a girl?"

"boy."

Han Ning smiled and said, "Congratulations. It's a coincidence that my sister-in-law is in the grass, and my wife wants to join in the fun. This morning, the two of us were watching the seven-colored clouds in the sky. I didn't want my wife to suddenly feel abdominal pain and think she was about to give birth.

I hurriedly helped her into the house, and then ran to invite Granny Wang, but in vain. Granny Wang's family said that she was invited by you this morning, so I hurried over to find her."

Shu An was surprised and said: "Is there such a coincidence? Brother Han, wait a moment, I will call Granny Wang for you."

Granny Wang hadn't finished her meal yet, but she had already heard their conversation. She quickly put down her bowls and chopsticks and hurriedly followed Han Ning to Han's house.

Shu An thought about it. There were only Han Ning and his wife in the Han family, and there were no helpers. There were a lot of things to prepare for giving birth. How could Han Ning do it alone? But it was not convenient for him to go there, so he said to Xie Yi: "

Uncle Xie, I want to trouble you with something..."

Before Shu An could finish speaking, Xie Yi smiled: "You are thinking that the Han family has no helpers and it is inconvenient for you to go, so you want me to go and help the Han family, right?"

"Extremely yes."

"I'm old, but I'm in good health and can still boil hot water and so on. It's the best place for me to go."

"In this case, there is Old Man Lao."

In the evening, the same seven-colored clouds as in the morning appeared in the western sky. Xie Yi returned.

Shu An asked: "How was it? Did it go well?"

Xie Yidao: "Liu's delivery went smoothly. It's a baby girl. Mother and daughter are safe. Dalang is relieved."

"Oh, that's good."

Shu An went into the house and told his wife about the situation of the Han family.

Zhou said: "Our two families were pregnant at the same time, and they both gave birth to a boy and a girl on the same day with colorful clouds. These two children - maybe they will be a good match in the future."

"Given how Han and his wife are, it would be great to have children and in-laws. However, please don't talk nonsense about this kind of thing."

"This is our secret, and we won't tell anyone else."

The two people were talking and then looked down at their son. The boy cried loudly and had fair skin. The biggest difference was that there was a cyan birthmark on the top of his forehead, which was very cute. The couple could never get enough of this child.

Because there is no mother, Shu An has to do all the things to take care of the confinement child. In the past month, Shu An has been busy washing diapers and emptying toilets. The weather is hot, and she wipes the bodies of mother and son. Fortunately, she doesn't have to cook.

Xie Yi took care of all the worries.

According to custom, on the day when a child is one month old, a full moon banquet will be held, and relatives and friends will come to congratulate him. So on the day before the full moon, Shu An went to Ruyin City to buy wine and meat.

Entering the city from the south gate, I walked into a butcher shop to buy meat, but unexpectedly the meat was sold out. I went to several butcher shops and the same thing happened.

Shu An was very puzzled and thought: How could it be possible? Shujiazhuang is not far from Ruyin City. He got up so early again. It was just after Chen hour. How could the meat be sold so fast?

He walked sadly towards Beicheng. On the way, he met many people from all directions carrying burdens or carts, carrying meat, wine, chickens and fish, vegetables and fruits, all heading towards the same street.

Shu An walked through the street and saw an old man's house in the north of the street. It had a red door. The traffic in front of the door occupied the whole street. Those with carts and burdens were busy.

One after another, people brought wine, meat, vegetables and fruits into the red door. Shu An thought to himself that this must be a happy event for a wealthy family in Ruyin City. He continued walking north and reached the North City. Unexpectedly,

There was no meat in the three butcher shops in Beicheng. Until he reached the last butcher shop in Ruyin City, as expected, the boss said the same thing: "There is no meat."

Shu An was extremely angry and asked the boss: "What kind of world is it now? The Jin Dynasty has just been established. Are the lives of the people of Jin Dynasty so good that they don't have enough meat to sell every day?"

The butcher shop owner smiled and said: "It doesn't matter whether the world's surname is Sima or Cao, it's the same to us. The poor in Ruyin are still poor, and the rich are still rich. Those who eat meat are always the ones who can't afford it, all year round.

Can’t buy it once.”

"Oh? So if that's the case, why did I arrive at Nancheng from Chenshi today, walk from Nancheng to Beicheng, and visit more than a dozen butcher shops, but I couldn't buy a pound of meat?"

"Hmph, let alone today, I guarantee you won't be able to buy meat in Ruyin City for three days."
To be continued...