Black Corporation: Joseon - Chapter 103
Episode 103 Hwang Hee, crisis overlapping! (1)
After sending off the tribal leaders, who had received generous gifts in addition to the promised salt, King Sejong looked back at his subjects.
“I guess I can take a breather with this. So let’s speed up! Woouijeong.”
“Yes, Your Highness!”
“You have been appointed as an administrator, so please begin finalizing the appointment immediately. I would like the results to be submitted within three days. “It would be possible with the power I heard from Abama, right?”
Hwang Hee’s face turned pale at Sejong’s words.
That vicious king was already thinking of sending himself to the recorder!
“why? Are you not confident? Then…”
“I will definitely finish it within three days!”
“I’m looking forward to it.”
Hwang Hee returned alone to the Uijeongbu government building and began searching for the seo-kyung dans.
Hwang Hee gritted his teeth as he searched through the books.
“I’m Hwanghee! My name is Hwang Hee! “I am Hwang Hee, whom even King Taejong loved!”
Although he was exiled for a while due to the issue of the deposed crown prince of Yangnyeong, he was trusted enough to release the exile as soon as King Sejong inherited the throne and call him a royal court.
“I will make sure that King Taejong finds out why he acknowledged me! “I will make sure you know why I am Hwanghee!”
Grinding his teeth, Hwang Hee searched around for the seogyeongdans.
“First, take out those who volunteered to join! You have to choose from Tacheon! “We need to find people who are good at their jobs but don’t want to move!”
After searching through hundreds of Seogyeongdans, Hwang Hee first selected one person from Lee Jo.
“This bastard is enough! Lee Jo-jeong and Kim Jong-seo!”
The evaluation of Kim Jong-seo by his superiors and colleagues was as follows.
‘A cow that doesn’t want to leave the barn’
‘A guy who thinks the outside of Hanseong is hell.’
‘He’s good at his job, but he loves Hanseong so much.’
Kim Jong-seo loved Hanseong so much.
Kim Jong-seo was the youngest person to pass the civil service examination (13th place) in the 5th year of King Taejong’s reign (1405) and then walked the path of an orthodox civil servant official.
As his rank rose, he took on various duties both internally and externally, but he was a talented person who never once received a bad evaluation.
Everyone who knows Kim Jong-seo added this to the previous evaluation.
“I really like Hanseong, but he will become a magistrate in at least 10 years, and after that, he will become a prime minister.”
However, as the nickname above suggests, Kim Jong-seo loved Hanseong very much.
The main building is Suncheon, Jeollanam-do, and Kim Jong-seo, who lived in Chungju and Suncheon during his childhood, liked the splendor of the huge city called Hanseong.
Some even say that the reason he worked so hard and meticulously when he took charge of his duties as a local governor was because he wanted to return to Hanseong quickly and because he did not want to go out again.
Even in the history before the intervention of the township, the situation in Liaodong was in disarray due to the ‘civil engineering change’, and even after he was dispatched as a inspector in Pyeongan Province, it was Kim Jong-seo who sent an appeal containing the content that he wanted to return to Hanseong whenever he had the chance.
“This guy would work to death to quickly return to Hanseong, which he loves so much! “This guy is perfect for controlling from the middle!”
Hwang Hee, who favored Kim Jong-seo, selected officials with similar tendencies.
Hwang Hee, who had chosen those he thought were the best, called Ajeon and summoned those he had selected.
“… So you guys are going north with me. If you do it right, the path to success will open before your eyes. First of all, like Kim Jong-seo Jeongrang, most of them are of the 5th grade. However, the moment you become part of the frontier administrative group, your rank goes up. “Then at least it will be the 5th grade Jipyeong, right?”
“That’s right!”
“If you return after working hard for five years in the North, His Majesty the Lord will give you the 4th rank of sergeant if you do well, even if you don’t do well. Then, you will be at least 2 levels higher than you are now. Do you think it will be possible within 5 years even if you work hard just in this Hanseong?”
“….”
“Maybe it will be difficult?”
Those gathered in response to Hwang Hee’s question nodded without realizing it. Except for one person.
“I think it’s possible?”
It was Kim Jong-seo.
Hwang Hee screamed at Kim Jong-seo’s words.
“mind! Even if you die, you have to come with me! “Where are you thinking about getting your ass out!”
“….”
At Hwang Hee’s words, Kim Jong Seo closed his mouth with an expression full of dissatisfaction.
Hwang Hee, who glared at Kim Jong-seo, continued explaining to others.
“And there is one most important point. According to our current plan, the area to be acquired this time is about one and a half times the size of Hamgil Island.”
“It’s spacious…”
“Haa…”
The officials who were brought in by Hwang Hee’s words all sighed.
“They know one thing and don’t know the other. “How many Jurchens do you think there are in such a large area?”
“huh?”
When the officials’ ears perked up at Hwang Hee’s words, Kim Jong-seo struck the candle.
“But at least won’t the movement of the people to the people continue? Then wouldn’t the workload be a lot? Just go to Hanseong….”
“You’re going with me even if you die!”
“Resign…”
“Are you going to submit your resignation? Just place a bet! “I will report this to His Majesty the Lord and have it lodged in the records office!”
“….”
Kim Jong-seo’s mouth closed again at Hwang Hee’s warning.
Hwang Hee, who covered Kim Jong-seo’s mouth, continued speaking.
“Like that guy said, there will definitely be a social democratic policy, so it won’t be a lot of work. But think carefully. It is said that the land of the frontier is large, but is it as large as the eight provinces of Joseon? Do you want to work here in Hanseong, being overwhelmed by the work coming from all eight provinces of Joseon, or do you want to handle only the work of one province, although it is a little bigger?”
Everyone except Kim Jong-seo responded in unison to Hwang Hee’s words.
“I’m going north!”
“I…”
“Even if you die, you’re going to the North with me!”
Kim Jong-seo became tearful due to Hwang Hee’s scolding.
After receiving responses from those selected in the first round that they would join in, Hwang Hee moved on to the next step.
“Well, you can’t do everything from start to finish, right? Then you need to select people to work under you. How many people would be good? Of course, there is a saying that more is better, but if there are too many, it is certain that approval will not come out, so choose an appropriate number.”
At Hwang Hui’s command, the officials began calculating in their heads what the appropriate number would be.
At that moment, Kim Jong-seo opened his mouth.
“In the case of this group, there are 5 people as Hyeongam or Chalbang of the 6th grade who will manage the village to be formed in the settlement area, 10 people to assist them, and 5 people to analyze administrative issues that will come up in the settlement area. There are 20 people in total.
ah! About 20 doctors are also needed to prevent disease outbreaks and epidemics, especially smallpox. Among them, there should be at least five medical women.
In the case of the military team, most of the work will be handled by the military that will advance into the frontier, so about 6 people will be enough, and the joint team will be about 8 people. As for the criminal department, the military will be largely responsible for security issues, so about six people would be appropriate.”
Hwang Hee looked at Kim Jong-seo, who immediately started pouring out words, and gave him a puzzled look.
Kim Jong-seo continued his explanation, perhaps aware of Hwang Hee’s gaze.
“In the case of Yejo, in anticipation of an unexpected encounter with a famous country, about four people, including an interpreter, would be appropriate.
The biggest problem is that it is necessary to prepare a new land register while resolving land disputes between the Jurchen tribe and immigrants as well as organizing the family register of those who will come as civilians.
Although the tax exemption policy will continue for the time being to promote private citizens, the problem of financial expenditures such as the construction of various facilities must be resolved, so 48 people is the best, but it is certain that it is unreasonable given the current situation.
So, 30 people would be the best, and 24 people would last for at least 5 years.”
Everyone, including Hwang Hee, blinked at Kim Jong-seo’s answer that came out in an instant.
The first to come to his senses was Hwang Hee.
‘also! If you’re in need, it works! I want to return to Hanseong as quickly as possible, so I’ll do it right away! ‘You chose the right one!’
After coming to their senses, the officials reviewed Kim Jong-seo’s plan.
Everyone nodded right away, as they were all recognized for their skills.
“I think Kim Jong-seo and Jeong-rang’s opinion is the best.”
“okay? Then, first, select candidates 1.5 times the number of candidates and bring them the Seogyeong Danja. If you want to be comfortable, you’ll have to choose the right one. The period is one day. “Move now!”
“ancient!”
At Hwang Hee’s words, the officials scattered. Hwang Hee muttered to herself as she watched the officials disappearing into the Sixty-Joy Office.
“We select candidates, go through screening for a day, and form a team, which is completed in a day or two. If that happens, the Lord Sang will have nothing to say.”
As Hwang Hee, satisfied with her conclusion, was nodding her head, the door burst open and Maeng Sa-seong came running in.
“Hey, Captain Hwang! “How can this be!”
“What do you mean?”
In response to Hwang Hee’s question, Maeng Sa-seong shouted.
“You’re giving a bribe to the chief minister! “This makes sense!”
“It’s not a bribe! It shows my resolve! “By the way, how did you know?”
“I found the officer who recorded last night’s news and found out… No! That’s the problem now! What are you going to do to me if I get out of the daejeon! It won’t be long before Yeonguijeong becomes an envoy to the Ming! Then I will be the only one left among the monks!”
“The Vice Admiral will be back soon and my vacancy will be filled right away, so what are you worried about?”
“This person is real!”
Maeng Sa-seong got angry right before he grabbed her by the collar, but Hwang Hee did not back down.
“Do you feel sorry for the captain? I too am desperate! I have been recognized for my abilities since the reign of King Taejong. Do you know what I hear most from the Lord Sang these days? This is an opportunity for my abilities to be recognized! Otherwise, my life has been denied!”
“Huh…”
Hearing Hwang Hee’s words, Maeng Sa-seong sat on the chair with a dejected expression. This was because he also understood Hwang Hee’s feelings to some extent.
Eventually, after a while, Maeng Sa-seong had to admit the reality.
“Please be considerate.”
“Thank you.”
Two days later, Hwang Hee compiled a list of officials to accompany him and submitted it to King Sejong.
“It’s okay. “Go ahead.”
“yes.”
“And be considerate. “If you lose your respect, you will be very heartbroken.”
Hearing King Sejong’s words, Hwang Hee bowed deeply.
“I am devastated!”
“ah! I forgot. “For the members of the administrative unit heading to the North this time, learn how to shoot a mounted gun at the training center until departure.”
“You mean the Fuhrer?”
In response to Hwang Hee’s question, King Sejong explained the reason.
“Aren’t the Jurchen people famous for their cunning? Just in case, shouldn’t we at least prepare for self-defense? “This is all done for the safety of the officers and members.”
‘No, wouldn’t it be the end if even civil servants had to listen to the President?’
Hwang Hee bowed her back, suppressing what she wanted to say as above.
“I am truly devastated by Your Majesty’s concern for the gods!”
In this way, Hwang Hee and the officials had to learn how to use a horseback gun and how to manage shooting at a training center two days before departure.
* * *
As comrades became comrades, the soldiers who would pioneer the Jurchen region gathered in Hanseong and held a departure ceremony.
At the departure ceremony, King Sejong reminded the soldiers of the gravity of this event.
“I know full well that moving in winter is not easy! But this is the 100th anniversary of our Joseon Dynasty! Don’t forget that the future of our Joseon dynasty rests on your shoulders! Then, I wish you good luck!”
In response to King Sejong’s sermon, the soldiers raised their arms and shouted for a lifetime.
“Your Majesty the Lord, live forever! A thousand years! “A thousand years!”
After completing the ceremony, the soldiers passed through Heunginjimun and headed north.
* * *
Pioneering the Duman River area proceeded quite easily. Most of the Jurchen tribe leaders obediently kept their previous promises and obeyed.
There were tribes that broke their promises and resisted with force, but those tribes were annihilated by the overwhelming firepower of the Joseon army.
While the Joseon army was gradually expanding its territory at the front, officials led by Hwang Hui were rapidly adjusting administrative districts at the rear.
Farmland was distributed among the noble Jurchen people and the peasants who came to the common people, administrative districts were assigned, and local officials were appointed.
“I think it would be a good idea to appoint the people we brought with us to important points and appoint tribal leaders as leaders in other areas.”
Hwang Hee nodded to Kim Jong-seo’s suggestion.
“That would be best.”
“So we will first appoint our local governors here, here, and here, and in other regions… and as local governors…”
Before we knew it, we were identifying the regions that the local officials dispatched from Joseon would directly govern and the appropriate local officials for those regions. Seeing Kim Jong-seo doing this, Hwang Hee kept nodding her head and liking it.
‘As expected, I want to return to Hanseong as quickly as possible, so I’m handling it properly! ‘You chose well!’
While things were going smoothly, a major accident occurred in Hanseong.