"How is the Queen's condition?" In the Kunming Hall, Liu Chengyou grabbed the imperial doctor's wrist forcefully and asked fiercely.
Under the pain, the old doctor's face couldn't help but twitch and twist, but he didn't dare to resist. He just replied nervously: "The saint is just overworked, physically and mentally exhausted, and has a small cold, so he is sick. He just needs to rest a lot." "If you work less and take care of yourself, you can recover!"
Hearing this, Liu Chengyou felt slightly relieved, let go of him, and asked in a confirming manner: "Is it nothing serious?"
"It's nothing serious!" After hesitating for a moment, the imperial doctor gritted his teeth and replied, although this answer was a bit risky.
"Stand back!" Liu Chengyou waved his hand and ordered.
"I excuse myself!" The imperial doctor bowed and left as if he had been granted a general pardon. It was already winter, but there was a small amount of sweat on his forehead.
At this time, Emperor Liu was dressed simply, wearing only a white brocade robe, and his hair was not well taken care of. It was only tied up with a jade hairpin, looking casual. He also came in a hurry after hearing that Dafu fell ill.
Of course, he is also wearing a cotton-padded jacket, which is not so fine and gorgeous, but has excellent warmth-keeping effect. It has been more than ten years since the missionary Ludosun brought back cotton farmers.
In the past ten years, cotton has also experienced great development in the empire. At first, some experimental fields were opened in the Central Plains to cultivate cotton seeds. It took three years. After the initial results were achieved, Begin to promote it to the public.
Compared with the introduction and introduction of free exchanges among the people in the past, this kind of introduction and promotion led by the government has a completely different effect. It can be described as explosive. By the fifth year of Kaibao, in Gyeonggi, Henan, and Hebei regions, A large number of cotton fields were opened.
Just like the promotion of Champa rice in the Jianghuai region, Emperor Liu went on a special inspection during his previous tour, and the results were quite gratifying. Although not too amazing, it still met his psychological expectations.
Food, clothing, coldness and warmth are the basis of people's livelihood, and the problem of keeping out the cold in winter has always been a big problem. Although the world is peaceful now, reports from all over the country are peaceful, peaceful and prosperous, but Emperor Liu also knew in his heart that he could not see In those remote areas, it is not uncommon for people to freeze to death and starve to death every year.
The introduction and development of cotton crops was a great tool for Emperor Liu to help the hungry and cold people all over the world. Now, cotton products have begun to spread, from the government, the army, to the people, and everyone who has used them says that good.
Of course, currently, the cotton industry in the empire is still in its infancy, and there is still great potential and space for development. Cotton seeds still need to be improved, planting techniques need to be improved, and the use of cotton products also needs to be greatly increased. development.
Take the quality of cotton cloth as an example. Compared with the cloth imported from the Western Regions to the empire in the past, the local cloth is indeed much worse. Moreover, because of its rarity, the price on the market is also very high. Various factors have led to, There is still a long and long way to go before we can achieve the goal of making every citizen of the world have a cotton-padded coat.
But no matter what, if you find the right direction, you can see hope. The Uighur cotton farmers who were brought back by Lu Duoxun have now become the cotton supervisors of the imperial court because of their merits in cultivation. They have been rewarded with many farm goods and have contributed to the imperial cotton industry. Working hard to promote and develop things can be said to be a success.
During the war in the Western Regions, some people from the Western Regions who took refuge in China, and many who were good at cotton work, applied for government service and worked hard for the Han Dynasty's cotton work.
Not long ago, Emperor Liu issued a special edict. Those who have made contributions to cotton cultivation and textiles among the officials and citizens will be rewarded heavily. He also informed the world that those who have made great contributions will not hesitate to be rewarded with titles. Yes. Emperor Liu also put a lot of thought into mobilizing the enthusiasm of the government and the people for cotton affairs.
After returning from the tour, in terms of state affairs, the most important order given by Emperor Liu to the prince and the political hall was to promote the planting of cotton and Champa rice.
Both cotton and rice, food and clothing, are the key development goals of Emperor Liu. Within the palace, the use of cotton products is also increasing. Emperor Liu is also taking the lead in cultivating the habit of using cotton among the big men.
"The officials are here!" Da Fu was lying on the couch, looking unhappy and extremely weak. When he saw Liu Chengyou entering, he struggled to get up.
"You'd better lie down!" Liu Chengyou quickly stopped her, looking at her haggard face, he said with great distress: "The imperial doctor asked you to recuperate, so you can recuperate and recover peacefully, and don't worry about it anymore!"
"I've really worked hard on you during this period!" As he said that, Liu Chengyou held Da Fu's hand and said, "You often advised me before, why don't you take care of your body?"
"You can't make another problem!"
Emperor Liu was not usually a talkative person, but at this moment, his words seemed to be nagging. When Da Fu heard this, his graceful and jade face could not help but reveal a bit of ruddy color, and he responded in a low voice: "I understand. !”
Her obedient attitude also made it difficult for Emperor Liu to "blame" her anymore.
"It's my fault for worrying the officials!" Da Fu said.
Liu Chengyou made up the quilt for Dafu and covered his body tightly. Liu Chengyou said: "You and I are one husband and wife, why do you need to say such things? During this period, the state affairs are left to Liu Yang and the other princes to take care of. I have plenty of time, so I can Take it out and spend more time with you!"
"I am physically inconvenient and can't serve you well, so I'd better visit other palaces more often!" Da Fu said.
"I am now at a time when my heart is pure and my desires are low!" Liu Chengyou said.
"During this period, Liu Yang has done a good job. I have read some of the memorials he approved. Although the major and trivial matters cannot be comprehensive, they are prudent and prudent, and he has the image of a king. In the future, the country and the country will be handed over to him. I can rest assured!" Emperor Liu muttered beside the couch.
Hearing this, Da Fu glanced at Emperor Liu unexpectedly and saw that he looked serious. However, she was not an ordinary palace woman. She was very politically intelligent and her words were very conservative. She said: "Liu Yang is still here." You are still young and have many shortcomings. You still need experience in everything. You still need to learn and grow with your father, and you need the help of the civil and military forces in the court. Don't have too high expectations for him... .”
"Since you are a prince, you have to shoulder a huge responsibility. How can you not think deeply about your expectations! Being eighteen is not too young. When I was this age, I had already led the army to attack and governed the country!" Liu Chengyou said .
Probably because he felt that his tone was a bit harsh, he paid attention to Da Fu's expression, and then said softly: "Don't worry, I have trained him for so many years. One day, he will become a talented person. Now, won't he just show his performance?" Not bad!"
"Prince Fu is approaching his sixtieth birthday!" Emperor Liu changed the subject again.
"Remember, Mr. Laoguan!" Da Fu said in a grateful tone.
"At that time, I will also prepare a gift and go there in person!" Liu Chengyou said.
"Next year, I plan to take time to tour the south again, visit the two lakes, and maybe go to Lingnan. The south is hot and humid, and the environment is harsh. If you are not feeling well, and you are worried about the water and soil, and it is inconvenient to travel far, I will stay in Tokyo then. Well, I will preside over the harem and take care of Liu Yang..." Liu Chengyou said.
Da Fu was a little surprised that Emperor Liu planned to go on patrol again. However, feeling that he was determined, he did not dissuade him too much and just said: "It's good to go out and relax!"
This time, if the trip takes place, it may be just to relax. Emperor Liu has been in a bad mood since the death of the Queen Mother.
The couple chatted for a long time, and Emperor Liu stayed with Dafu and personally helped her take medicine until she was tired, then left and returned to the Long Live Hall.
It's another cold winter, and before you know it, the five years of Kaibao are coming to an end. In his early years, Emperor Liu often felt that time flies by, but now he feels that it passes too fast, day after day, year after year. Year.
Five years after returning to Kaibao, it seemed that there were only two things, the half-return of the tour, and the mourning of the Queen Mother. More than that, it was difficult to leave a deep memory in Emperor Liu's mind.
It has to be said that although he is not too old, Emperor Liu already feels like he is in his twilight years. The more he has experienced, the more Emperor Liu understands that it is not easy to be a wise king and holy master. If you want to maintain enthusiasm for a long time , it’s so difficult to concentrate without slacking off...
In the middle of October in winter, a happy event happened in the Han Palace in Kaifeng. The "pure-hearted" Emperor Liu gave birth to his fourteenth son, named Liu Xin, and his mother was his concubine Yelu Ling.
