As we walked, the rustling sound continued to remind us that the scenery was just right today, the autumn sun was bright, shining on Emperor Liu and Liu Min. The father and son each sat on a chair, with their legs spread apart, and a sharpening knife in front of them. Stone is carefully polishing the arrowhead.
"It's done! Add some water!" Emperor Liu wiped the sweat from his forehead and ordered Yan Tuo, who was waiting on him.
Yan Tuo hurriedly added water. Emperor Liu adjusted his movements and continued to polish hard. After a while, the arrow was washed, revealing its new appearance, sharp and shiny, as if shining with cold light, showing the style of a sharp weapon for killing prey.
"Polishing arrowheads requires both patience and physical strength!" Looking at the six men who rolled up their sleeves and were full of enthusiasm but seemed a little impatient, Emperor Liu said: "Don't be anxious. The more anxious you are, the more likely you are to do twice the result with twice the result!"
Hearing this, Liu Min stopped, shook his arm, picked up the arrow cluster again, and tried to calm down. Seeing this, Emperor Liu curled his lips and couldn't help but said: "Why, you really have nothing to say to me?"
Lifting his eyes, Liu Min looked at Emperor Liu. His green and tender face showed a little helplessness. He was a little reserved and replied: "I don't know what to say!"
The alienation between father and son does not seem to be resolved so easily. Of course, Emperor Liu can also feel that although this son is arrogant and introverted, he is not that kind of dull person. He just has too much awe when facing himself. .Therefore, Emperor Liu couldn't help but ask himself, could it be that he was too powerful? Now, he calls himself a loving father...
"How do you communicate with your sister-in-law on weekdays? It's not like you have nothing to say..." Emperor Liu was dissatisfied with his answer.
Liu Min hesitated for a moment and replied: "Just some trivial things at home!"
"Why, do you still think that the reason for letting you accompany me is to talk about military affairs and the well-being of the people with a yellow-tongued kid like you?" Emperor Liu suddenly laughed.
Liu Min was stunned for a moment, then realized what he was doing, smiled slightly at Emperor Liu, and subconsciously relaxed a lot.
Emperor Liu was about to continue to enlighten his son, but the guards came to report that the prince had arrived. He summoned Liu Yang to pay homage, and Liu Min also stood up to pay respects.
Although they are direct brothers, Liu Yang and Liu Min are also a little unfamiliar, but Liu Yang's attitude is very kind: "Liu Lang, there is no need to be polite!"
"Thank you, Your Highness!"
Liu Yang came, obviously knowing something. Emperor Liu was probably tired, so he put down his work and stood up, saying to Liu Min: "Keep polishing, sharpen the arrows, and we will go hunting later!"
"Yes!" Of course Liu Min obeyed.
He returned to the palace tent with Liu Yang and motioned for him to sit down. Emperor Liu asked, "What's the matter?"
"Today, the Ministry of Punishment received a memorial from Han Qingxiong, saying that he committed murder and violated the law. He knew that his crime was serious and he did not dare to ask for life. He was willing to submit to the law and be punished. However, there are three ways to be unfilial and he has no offspring. He is unwilling to bear the reputation of being unfilial. He begs for mercy and allows him to be Han Wuning. After leaving behind a line of inheritance, he went to die..." Liu Yang reported.
"Haha!" Upon hearing this, Emperor Liu was slightly surprised, stroking his beard and said: "This is the third choice, which is a bit unexpected!"
"What do you think?" Emperor Liu asked Liu Yang.
Liu Yang thought for a while and responded: "Since you pity him, you can agree to it. This is also considered a gesture within the legal principles and shows the kindness of the king and father. As long as it is finally dealt with in accordance with the law, others can't criticize him!"
Obviously, Emperor Liu had exchanged some thoughts on this matter with Liu Yang, and Liu Yang also understood Emperor Liu's considerations to some extent.
After hearing this, Emperor Liu said: "If I agree, what should I do if I still can't conceive and can't plant a seed? Wait for him for half a year, one year, three years, or five years? If I open this hole, if we meet again in the future,
Do we have to deal with this in all situations like this? If you can delay the death of your honorable minister, what about the concubine Li?"
Faced with Emperor Liu's question, Liu Yang was silent for a while, then cupped his hands and said: "After all, Marquis Han Wuning has made contributions to the country, and it is still necessary to show sympathy to the heroes!"
Looking at Liu Yang deeply, Emperor Liu said leisurely: "With your attitude, I'm afraid all the heroes and nobles of the Han Dynasty will like you as the crown prince!"
Hearing this, Liu Yang tensed up, subconsciously raised his eyes to look at Emperor Liu, cupped his hands and said: "There is no absolute law in the world, and legal principles still need to be supplemented by reason. This time, you are kind and gracious. It is one of the few exceptions and does not apply."
All situations!”
Emperor Liu withdrew his gaze from Liu Yang and spoke to him. He did not continue his explanation. He thought for a while and asked: "How did the Ministry of Punishment approve the punishment of Luoyang Prefecture?"
Liu Yang immediately replied: "It will be handled according to the national laws and regulations, and it still needs to be handed over to Dali Temple for review!"
Emperor Liu thought for a while and said: "In this way, the legal process may as well continue. Han Qingxiong's request is also agreed, but he is only given three months. The winter decision this year will be postponed!
In addition, if a posthumous son is born within three months, the son will be demoted to the third rank and inherited; if a daughter is born, or nothing is achieved at all, then Han Qingxiong will handle it according to law and the title will be taken back!"
Hearing what Emperor Liu said, Liu Yang couldn't help but be surprised. Compared with the previous two choices, such a decision was much more uncertain. In just three months, there was no telling, the only one in the Han family would be
I will lose my title...
"Also, please warn me in advance, keep a low profile and don't make any noise, and don't do it too ugly!" Emperor Liu said sternly again.
Obviously, if the Han family found dozens of women and went to prison to save Han Qingxiong's seed, in that case, Han Qingxiong would become a romantic ghost, and Emperor Liu would be unhappy.
"Yes!" When Emperor Liu made his decision, Liu Yang had no room to refute.
Noticing his thoughtful expression, Emperor Liu looked at him and chuckled: "Do you know why I decided like this? Just two words, price! Han Qingxiong killed someone, and he had to pay the price with blood, both in terms of law, emotion and reason.
.I agree with extrajudicial mercy, and he must pay the price for his choice, it’s that simple!”
Liu Yang still didn't understand it properly, but he was thoughtful and praised, "Your Majesty is wise!"
"This matter is settled like this and can be handed over to the responsible person for handling!" Emperor Liu raised his hand to Liu Yangyang and said: "Don't invest your energy in it anymore. Next, the most important thing is still the war in Dali. You
Pay more attention!”
"Winter is coming soon. I have experienced the hardships of fighting in winter several times, and it is always difficult. Although the climate in Dali is unique compared to the north and Jiangnan, but since it is winter, those plateaus and wet forests,
The canyon is definitely not easy to deal with!
During the Southern Expedition, Dali's army has never been our army's biggest enemy, but the terrain and climate are. When Wang Quanbin attacked Yangjumei City, didn't a large number of soldiers freeze to death and fell to death while climbing Cangshan Mountain? Although the battle is now going well, but
Fighting in winter, we still can’t relax!”
"Yes!" After hearing Emperor Liu's words, Liu Yang responded solemnly.
After the explanation, Emperor Liu thought for a while and raised his eyes to ask Liu Yang for his opinion: "Zhao Kuangyin has been in charge of the Ministry of War for a long time. When the Southern Expedition is over, it is time to change his position. Which position do you think is more suitable?"
Upon hearing the question, Liu Yang raised his hands and said without thinking, "I should listen to your opinion when it comes to appointment by the Ministry of Yamen. I don't have any objections!"
In the former, Emperor Liu asked about the arrangements for Zhao Pu after his return, and Liu Yang expressed his opinion. This time, he chose not to express his opinion and obeyed orders. As he said, it was up to Emperor Liu himself to appoint important ministers.
