Chapter 420 Emperor Liu: The prince owes discipline
This open-air royal banquet had just officially begun, with Emperor Liu scolding the two princes Liu Yun and Liu Shu. However, everyone knew that it was not just those two princes who were scolded.
The speaker was intentional, and the listener was also intentional. The atmosphere during the banquet relaxed slightly, but then quickly turned serious and depressing.
Emperor Liu didn't stop talking, stared at Liu Shu and continued to scold: "I heard that you are very picky on weekdays. You are picky about what to eat, what to drink, what to wear, what to wear, what to wear, what to do, and what to do. Not only that, you also need to have fun.
Characteristics, otherwise it will be difficult to arouse your interest. The expenses of the house are huge, often thousands of dollars a month. I am very curious, how can the salary Lumi given to you by the court support such luxury? Huh? Can you explain it to me?
Confused?"
"Chen, Chen..." Hearing this question, Liu Shu's face turned a little pale, and he lowered his head, hesitating as he didn't know what to say. He was already at an age when his voice was changing, and his voice became even more stagnant.
After so many years, Liu Shu has been taught a lesson by Emperor Liu more than once or twice, but he is not a fool. Naturally, he can feel the difference this time, and he is nervous for the first time. He was more afraid than when Emperor Liu ordered someone to whip him.
Among the princes, the most greedy and enjoyment-loving one is Liu Shu. He grew up in a honey jar. Even though the education in the palace was very strict for the princes, he couldn't bear to have a doting mother.
After opening the palace, he was freed from the constraints of the palace walls and became more like a wild horse running freely in the world outside the palace.
When it comes to money, Liu Shu is really not short of money. In addition to the annual salary and the manor and land rewarded by Emperor Liu, Concubine Fu Hui in the palace also gave her a lot of money. Behind the scenes, there was also the supply of the Fu family. For Fu
He also accepted all the wishes of his children and never refused them, treating them only as favors between relatives.
"I also heard that the chamber pots you use are made of gold and inlaid with pearls and jade!" Emperor Liu looked at Liu Shu coldly, but his tone was very relaxed and frightening: "This can be considered an anecdote.
Yes, but when I listen to it, I feel it sounds very familiar!"
"As I get older, my memory fades! Dear gentlemen, is there anyone who can help me clear up my doubts?" After saying that, Emperor Liu looked around again and asked.
No one dared to comment on this question. The air was quiet for a while, except for the north wind, which was still whining. The sound of the wind was low and suppressed, and it seemed to be restrained and did not dare to be too presumptuous.
"Why, with so many people here, no one can clear up this doubt?" Emperor Liu said with a smile.
It is impossible to not know it at all. At least people like Liu Xu, Wei Renpu and others are absolutely aware of it, but they dare not say it.
Seeing that the atmosphere was a bit awkward, the seventh prince, Wu Gong Liu Hui, hesitated for a moment, stood up and said, "I may try to speak."
"Oh?" Emperor Liu looked at Liu Hui with a serious face and waved his hand: "Speak!"
"I once heard that Meng Chang, a minister who surrendered to Shu, once had a 'Seven Treasures Drowning Vessel', which was also decorated with rare pearls and jade. After Shu was settled, the general once presented this plaything to him!" Liu Hui glanced sideways at the somewhat distracted Liu.
Dawn, replied in a deep voice.
"With so many ministers and veterans, are they not as knowledgeable as a child with a yellow mouth?" Emperor Liu smiled and continued: "Liu Hui, it seems that your knowledge has indeed increased over the years!"
"It's all because of your Majesty's teachings!" Liu Hui breathed a sigh of relief and responded respectfully.
"Then you should also know how I disposed of the Seven Treasures Drowning Weapon back then, and tell the princes about it!" Emperor Liu said.
Liu Hui: "Your Majesty, because Meng Chang was arrogant, extravagant, lustful and greedy for pleasure, which led to the destruction of the country, he specially ordered the palace officials to hold his 'Seven Treasures Drowning Device' and break it at the palace gate as a warning to the officials!"
"Well said!" Emperor Liu nodded, his eyes still wandering around the banquet: "But you missed one point, and this is a warning to myself, so I can use this as a lesson and not to make the same mistake!"
"It's just that after so many years, looking back, I realize that I didn't do it!" Emperor Liu's voice turned cold, his tone became stern, and he stared at Liu Shu again: "Tell me, what do you think?"
"Son... I have done something wrong, please punish me!" Liu Shu couldn't stand it any longer and hurriedly asked for punishment.
"Why, please ask me to punish you so that you can be forgiven for the mistakes you have made, and everything can be revealed. After a few years of silence, you will return to your old ways?" Emperor Liu said coldly: "Kneel down!"
With a plop, Liu Shu's legs went weak, he knelt down, kowtowed and explained: "I never meant this, I really know I was wrong!"
Seeing Liu Shu, who had always been at odds with him, being scolded by Emperor Liu in front of a large audience, Liu Hui felt an inexplicable sense of joy in his heart. If the atmosphere wasn't wrong, he might have laughed out loud.
However, the gloating mentality was quickly dispelled. Emperor Liu turned to Liu Hui and asked: "I also heard that your Duke Wu's mansion has been extremely lively in the past period of time! There are many guests and banquets.
There are scholars who talk and laugh, there are no white men when we come and go, we sing in the wind and make fun of the moon, it’s very carefree!”
Liu Hui's handsome face was filled with a burst of astonishment. Under Emperor Liu's gaze, his hands had nowhere to rest, and he no longer needed to speak. He knelt down on the ground consciously: "Please punish me, Your Majesty!"
He knelt down, but he couldn't help but feel aggrieved. He had already been taught a lesson for this matter before, and he had restrained himself a lot recently. He often went to the palace to pay greetings and take care of the sick Concubine Zhou Shu. He never thought that Emperor Liu would return to the past again.
I mentioned it again, in front of so many people.
The atmosphere at the banquet was getting colder, and it could no longer be relieved by a little charcoal fire or hot wine. Although Emperor Liu had been reprimanding several princes, these Han princes were still lingering in their hearts with all kinds of tastes, and it was difficult to let go.
"My brothers are still young, and it is inevitable that they will be willful and reckless. Now that you are aware of your mistakes, you can just give more training and admonitions. I sincerely ask your majesty to be lenient, calm down your anger, and take care of your health!" At this time, Qin King Liu Xu, who had been silent all the time, felt that he was not good enough.
It was time to continue sitting, so he stood up and comforted her.
Looking at his eldest son, Emperor Liu's expression softened. So far, if he hadn't been nitpicking, Liu Xu would not have been able to find any problems in cultivating himself, running the family, and running the government.
"I tell you, youth is not an excuse to make mistakes, nor is it a reason to be lenient!" Emperor Liu pointed out seriously: "At this age, you brothers have already been able to share the worries of me and the court and make contributions to the best of your ability!
Liu Min is only twenty-eight years old, and he is already able to go into battle, risk life and death, and fight for the country! As for them, they are not even aware of their duties as sons and ministers, and they should be taught a lesson!"
"What your Majesty said is true!" Emperor Liu said so, and Liu Xu could only agree.
"Haha..." After pondering for a while, Emperor Liu suddenly laughed softly, but the laughter gave people a sense of desolation. He looked at the ministers: "I now have fifteen sons under my knees. In the past,
People often praise me in my ears, saying that each of them is a dragon or a phoenix, a hero in the world. I am also a father, and I am happy to hear these compliments.
But I don’t know clearly in my heart that there are many heroes in this world, how can they all come from the heavenly family? I make laws and regulations inside and outside the court, and I also educate the prince’s children. I often feel proud of myself because of my achievements in learning.
Now it seems that I am just deceiving myself and others!”
Hearing what Emperor Liu said, the princes present all lowered their heads subconsciously. Liu Yun, Liu Hui, and Liu Shu, who seemed to be singled out, all looked ashamed.
Of course, it is inevitable to feel dissatisfied. After all, it is Tianhuang Guwei, and his past growth experience was also accompanied by honors and compliments. Most of them were somewhat self-centered, and Emperor Liu could not repent in a few words.
"My son, I have disappointed His Majesty!"
After waving his hands, Emperor Liu breathed a sigh of relief, finally stopped scolding the princes, turned around and said to King Xu Liu Chengyun beside him: "Brother Yun!"
"I'm here! Your Majesty, please give me your orders!" When Liu Chengyun heard the voice, he stood up quickly, as if he had been pricked by a needle, and bowed his waist to answer the order.
"In my opinion, the newly opened princes need to be strictly educated. You are Zongzheng and the emperor's uncle, so you should pay more attention! From now on, all princes' annual salary will be reduced by half, and Zongzheng will choose upright officials.
Enter each government and continue to discipline them, especially, keep an eye on their money bags!" Emperor Liu said calmly.
"yes!"
After giving the instructions, Emperor Liu looked at the other princes again. At this time, everyone was like a wooden statue, sitting there quietly, unwilling to move, but daring to move.
Obviously, it was impossible for Emperor Liu to call so many people here and watch him teach the prince a lesson in the cold wind. After the prince had finished training, whose turn would it be next?
"Why are you all stunned?" Emperor Liu regained his smile and looked at everyone in surprise: "The wine is getting cold! Come on, drink, eat meat, and get moving!"
As Emperor Liu spoke, he raised his glass and stood up, walked a few steps on the cold grass, and said to Liu Hui and Liu Shu, who were still kneeling, "What are you still kneeling for? Do you think the ground is not cold enough? Get up."
, take your seat!"
"Yes!" The two brothers quickly thanked them.
Facts have proved that Emperor Liu loved and cared for his sons after all.
