Chapter 436: Taking the platform at the top of Qianyuan
In the fifth month of summer, Emperor Liu lost another old minister, a scholar from Jixian Palace became an official, and Zhang Zhao was the Marquis of Longevity. Of course, compared to An Shenqi and Li Gu, his grade was obviously much lower, and his influence on the court was also low enough. However, , the old ministers continued to wither away, which inevitably caused Emperor Liu to feel a little sad. For him, there were really fewer and fewer old friends.
Zhang Zhao, whose original name was Zhang Zhaoyuan, was renamed Zhang Zhao to avoid tabooing about the great ancestor. This prince did not play a particularly important role in the Han Dynasty, nor did he establish any meritorious honors. However, after more than 20 years as an official in the Han Dynasty, it was difficult to be named a general with meritorious deeds. In such a big environment, to be able to confer nobility and title to a marquis must also be said about this person's way of life.
Zhang Zhao's contribution to the Han Dynasty can be described in just a few words, and there is nothing worthy of praise. The most outstanding one is probably when the Han army approached the Central Plains in the twelfth year of Tianfu, Zhang Zhao, Wang Jingchong and others took the lead in welcoming them. He was the one who made the most of his welcome, but he was not the only one to do so.
Later, his function in the court was mainly to compile history and teach the princes. However, in terms of compiling history, there were Jia Wei and Su Yugui in the early years, and a group of historians headed by Xue Juzheng in the middle period. In the later period, the three halls were filled with great Confucian scholars, and He also withdrew. As for the lecturer of Wenhua Palace, it could only reflect his knowledge and Emperor Liu's trust.
Compared with those outstanding and dazzling civil and military heroes, Zhang Zhao's official career was mediocre, but he enjoyed a high moral and prestige praised by both the government and the public, mixed with the envied Marquis of Shouzhang.
The encounters between people are often enviable. Perhaps it is because of their advanced age and moral integrity, or perhaps they are just good friends. If they fall into the eyes of Emperor Liu, they will become successful and famous, and they will be blessed for three generations and have a good death.
Perhaps, Zhang Zhao also had some self-awareness. Before his death, he wrote a posthumous memorial, which was submitted by his descendants, saying that he had been an official for three dynasties and had no meritorious deeds. Therefore, he should not be given a posthumous title or a monument.
Of course, Zhang Zhao had this attitude, but Emperor Liu was also generous to the deceased ministers. He still issued an edict to give him a grand burial, and wrote a Shinto inscription prepared by Li Fang to express his condolences.
At the same time, Zhang Zhao was also a famous book collector at that time. He had thousands of volumes of various classics in his home. Except for keeping some for family heirlooms, the rest were donated to the three libraries.
For this reason, Emperor Liu issued another imperial edict, bestowing 10,000 yuan on the Zhang family, and at the same time promoted his second son and eldest grandson to official positions, which was considered a generous favor.
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The air in midsummer is filled with annoying dryness. Even though the sun has set in the west, the blazing light has not diminished at all. An overwhelming heat wave cascades over the Han Palace.
The sound of rapid footsteps was very clear on the heavy floor in front of Chui Gong Hall, but Prince Liu Yang, Prime Minister Zhao Pu, and Wang Pu came hand in hand, sweating profusely and looking serious.
"I've met your highness! I've met your two gentlemen!" Geng Shuang, the general manager of the palace, hurriedly saluted.
"Is Your Majesty here?" Liu Yang asked directly without any hesitation, and his tone was a bit harsh.
Tongshi was a little intimidated, thinking in his mind that something big must have happened, and immediately replied with a low eyebrow: "Back to Your Highness, Your Majesty is going to the Qianyuan Palace!"
"Go to the Qianyuan Hall!" Without any hesitation, Liu Yang turned directly and headed towards the Qianyuan Hall, which is directly opposite the Chui Gong Hall, followed closely by Zhao and Wang.
Qianyuan Palace, since its construction, has been the most majestic building in the entire Ziwei City, the entire Luoyang City, and even the entire Han Dynasty. The magnificent palace stands proudly, reaching into the sky, intuitively showing the powerful national power and majesty of the Han Dynasty.
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Whenever foreign ministers from foreign countries came to court, they would first see the Qianyuan Palace and then the Luoyang City of Xijing. Over the past ten years, the Qianyuan Palace has become the most beautiful scenery in the capital.
This palace makes people admire endlessly, and it has also become a symbol of the imperial power that makes people awe and surrender without reservation. It stands in Ziwei City and is also rooted in the hearts of all Han subjects under the rule of the Han Dynasty.
When Liu Yang and the others rushed to the Qianyuan Hall, they learned from the Su Wei on duty that Emperor Liu was in the Qianyuan Hall, but at the top of the Qianyuan Hall.
When the Qianyuan Hall was first built, a high platform was left on the top of the hall, named Lanyue Platform. This is the highest place in Luoyang City, and it is located in the Qianyuan Hall. It is the place closest to the sky in Luoyang City.
, used to allow Emperor Liu to communicate more closely with the universe.
Of course, Emperor Liu rarely visited it in person since it was completed. The nearly 100-meter-high building was troublesome to get up and down. At the same time, he had to worry about safety issues. After all, it was very cold at high places.
This time, Emperor Liu came out of excitement and came to Qianyuan in person. After Liu Yang and the others learned about it, they did not hesitate at all and hurriedly climbed up the stairs from the corridor behind the palace.
Such a height, such weather, coupled with the various twists and turns on the way to the palace, as well as Zhao and Wang's seemingly old bodies, it took nearly two quarters of an hour to reach the building under the platform.
After being notified and receiving Emperor Liu's permission, the three of them just climbed the last step. Speaking of which, they had known about such a place for a long time, but this was the first time for both Liu Yang and the two prime ministers to come here.
Climbing Qianyuan, especially walking on foot to reach the platform, is considered taboo. From the beginning of its construction, it has been given a mysterious and sacred brilliance.
Therefore, they looked at the surrounding environment with a bit of curiosity. However, when they saw Emperor Liu standing in front of the stage facing the wind, they quickly calmed down and bowed from behind to salute.
The setting sun was still shining, and the sky and the earth were still like a hot furnace, but on this platform, it was extremely cool, and the strong wind blew wildly, making Emperor Liu's dragon robe whistle.
Liu Yang couldn't help but look outside the stage, and intuitively seemed to see another world. He felt that the sky was high and far away, and the scenery was infinite. Of course, this high and dangerous position still made people feel a bit of panic and worry.
Maybe it's because it's too high, or maybe it's because this is the top of Qianyuan.
Seeing that Emperor Liu was a little close to the platform railing, although there were Yantuo and Aries guarding him, Liu Yang still said with concern: "This is a high place, your majesty, please move away from the dangerous railing!"
Hearing Liu Yang's concerned words, Emperor Liu smiled slightly and replied: "Moving is a small matter, but where do you get such a broad field of vision, how do you get a panoramic view of the world and embrace the universe?"
Emperor Liu's words were very pretentious, and he was not satisfied with his words. His voice seemed to be scattered under the influence of the wind. He called the three people to come closer, pointed to the outside of the tower, raised his voice, and said: "I have left the palace many times and traveled around Luoyang. However, if you look at it,
The scenic spot is the best here!”
From the perspective of Emperor Liu, the entire city of Luoyang was unobstructed. Those who viewed the scenery from then on did have a unique experience. People's hearts and minds seemed to become broader, and their realm seemed to be sublimated.
Standing next to the dangerous railing, feeling the emotionless blowing of the summer wind, although the balcony looks very solid, it always gives people a feeling of fear.
Especially Zhao Pu, who has never been to higher places and experienced the dangers of Mount Huashan, but on this palace platform filled with the crystallization of human wisdom, he only felt terrified.
Zhao Pu was not afraid of heights, but he felt his legs were a little weak at this moment. Especially since Emperor Liu was standing there looking at the wind and the scenery with a leisurely expression, he felt even more frightened.
If something unexpected happens... Such unthinkable thoughts linger uncontrollably in my mind.
However, seeing Emperor Liu's free and easy expression, Zhao Pu couldn't help but lick it and praised: "It's such a dangerous building. When Chen and others climbed up, they were frightened and uneasy and didn't know why. His Majesty leaned on the railing and looked at it, but it was as if he was walking on flat ground.
Just like looking at the garden scenery, such courage and boldness, such boldness and pride are admirable!"
Zhao Pu's words were broken up by Xia Feng, and combined with his demeanor and subtle movements of his body, his emotions were expressed so well that they seemed real.
Hearing this, Emperor Liu couldn't help but feel happy, waved his hand, and joked: "Zhao Qing, I haven't heard you say such compliments for a long time. When I heard this, I still found it refreshing and even more impressive.
Such joy..."
"Your Majesty is joking! I'm ashamed!" Zhao Pu's face turned red, slightly embarrassed, either out of embarrassment or out of breath.
It was indeed not a suitable place to talk in the wind vent of this building, especially seeing the state of Zhao Pu and Wang Pu, so Emperor Liu accepted Liu Yang's invitation and moved inside to listen to the performance.
In the middle, there is another altar with a shrine and sacrificial vessels. The burning incense was put in by Emperor Liu himself.
There was a row of small yellow cat cases, and fruits, snacks and drinks were also prepared. Emperor Liu came up, as if he was really here to invite the gods and have a drink and communicate with the gods of heaven and earth.
"Tell me! What happened? I need you three to come together in such a hurry to see me!" Emperor Liu asked softly after sitting down, looking at Liu Yang and the others, and noticing their tired bodies.
