It's the 20th year of Kaibao, the sixth month of summer, the eighth day of the lunar month.
The morning light was first revealed, and the sky was still hazy. In front of the Chongyuan Palace, the nobles, civil and military officials in Tokyo were slowly climbing up the hall through the corridors, unloading their shoes and entering the palace.
Everything is in order, and the atmosphere is solemn and solemn. Those who can participate in the great court meeting are all officials of fifth rank or above or remonstrating ministers such as censors, Suppliers, and Buques. For most upper-class dignitaries, this is a rare event in a year.
Get up so early.
The court meeting system is still one of the most serious systems in the imperial court. However, after so many years, it has only remained a formality. To this day, no officials believe that anything practical can be negotiated through the court meeting.
However, during every court meeting, something important must happen. This is also the consensus of almost everyone in the court. So what is the so-called event today? This question inevitably arises in everyone's mind.
Many people couldn't help but cast their eyes on the important ministers in the front, trying to glean something from their reactions. Of course, it was just a useless effort. Each and every one of them was not cunning, cunning, and profound.
In the Chongyuan Hall, several rows of palace lanterns illuminated the hall brightly. The chamberlains lowered their hands and served respectfully on both sides. All the officials took their seats in order of rank. After all, it was not the Qianyuan Hall in Xijing. Such a well-attended court meeting had never been larger.
The Chongyuan Hall we passed also seemed a bit "crowded".
As people get closer, the relationship seems to get closer, and it is easier to talk. Some reserved discussions naturally sound in the palace. Before the emperor arrives, there is still room for them to discuss and connect.
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"This court meeting happened suddenly, which is quite unusual!" A few officials at the end of the hall couldn't help but whisper when they saw the formation.
"Yes! It's neither a festival nor a grand ceremony. Your Majesty has not been in court for two months. I don't know what's going on?"
"Could it be something happening in Hexi?"
"I don't think so. Although the Hexi incident shocked the government and the public, with His Majesty's handling style, action has already been taken whether in the temple or in the northwest, and relevant ministries have already sent officials to investigate. Such
Under such circumstances, why bother bringing it up to the High Court to discuss..."
"That makes sense. I just received the notification yesterday evening. It seems a bit hasty!"
"Even Duke Rong, who has been in the hospital for a long time and has no interest in government affairs, has come out!" One person looked at Zhao Kuangyin, who was ranked first, with a little inquiry in his eyes.
"I'm afraid something big is going on!"
The imperial court is always like this. Whenever there is some disturbance, it is inevitable that there will be a lot of discussion and gossip. But most people can only stop there. The people below are all speculating. How can those ministers who hold great power not speculate.
And their eyes and ears are usually clearer, they are better informed, and their sense of smell is sharper, but even so, this situation and scene seem to be covered with a layer of fog, making it difficult to discern.
In the past, whenever there was a major dynasty, we would prepare in advance and sort out the relevant issues, and even the procedures were fixed. But this time, it was obviously different.
With too much discussion, the voices inevitably became louder and louder, and the atmosphere in the Chongyuan Hall, where the elite gathered, was almost the same as that in the teahouses and wine shops in Tokyo.
Seeing this, Zhao Pu, who was sitting at the head of the ministers' table with his eyes closed to rest, opened his eyes, looked around, and coughed twice. The cough was short and powerful, full of penetration, as if he had special energy. , suddenly changed the atmosphere in the palace. Gradually, the discussion stopped. Everyone was calm and focused, not daring to say more, quietly waiting for Emperor Liu's words.
This wait, which lasted for about two-quarters of an hour, inevitably aroused some surprises. It was not that these ministers were impatient, but that a strange feeling lingered in their hearts. In such a formal and serious occasion, Emperor Liu rarely It will make all the courtiers in the palace wait so dryly.
Until Yantuo sang "Your Majesty has arrived" in his high-pitched voice, everyone stood up and bowed solemnly. At this moment, everyone's little thoughts seemed to have stopped.
Emperor Liu came together with Prince Liu Yang. He was dressed in a simple dragon robe. He made a grand appearance in the eyes of everyone who were either respectful or fearful. His expression was calm as usual. There was nothing unusual about him, but it still made people dare not look at him. .
The prince was half a step behind and followed steadily, but his expression seemed a little more solemn.
After boarding Danqi, taking his seat, and accepting the homage of all the officials, Emperor Liu glanced around a little, his eyes lingering on Zhao Pu and Lu Duoxun for a moment, and then he waved his hand and stood down without paying any courtesy.
This court meeting was held in a calm manner, but some things were discussed, such as improving the status of public security and law enforcement officials and classifying and classifying the world's police officers.
This is a matter of course. The Han Dynasty has always implemented a system of dividing officials and officials. There is also a huge gap between officials and officials. There are tens of thousands of officials in the world, but there are only a handful of officials who are officially authorized by the imperial court. And this proportion is constantly growing.
Taking a county as an example, the only people with real official status are the county magistrate, county seat, county captain, and chief registrar. As for the rest, they all belong to low-level miscellaneous officials. However, it is these officials who really do things, and the officials are also the entire The largest and most basic group in the Dahan management system.
Regarding the promotion of the status and treatment of "officials", the imperial court has been debating for many years, but there has been no result. There are many people who support it, but even more people who oppose it.
Most people look at the problem from a class standpoint and resolutely oppose the merger of officials and officials, and want to maintain the dignity and status of officials. Others consider financial issues. This improvement will be comprehensive. If passed , the imperial court will spend a huge amount of money on raising officials every year.
This decision to enhance the status of arresters can be regarded as a formal opening, and it is also caused by many factors. After all, arresters are also violent institutions of the country. In order to maintain public order and fight against crime, they are the main force. It deserves attention.
In the past, many military officers were assigned to the local public security system after retiring. This resulted in a situation where people who had the title of officer in the military, but after being transferred to the local government, ended up in low-level roles, even if Their responsibilities and powers are actually quite large. This gap makes many people uncomfortable and they complain a lot, even to the heavens.
On the other hand, taking into account the deteriorating public security situation across the country as a result of Hexi Eucalyptus, the imperial court has decided to carry out a public security crackdown in various places. In order to make the arresters work hard, this is also to give them a sweetener first to increase their enthusiasm.
Obviously, this is another adjustment to the structure of the official system of the Han Dynasty. It is conceivable that further improvements will be made in the future. As for the results and the impact, it remains to be tested.
This is always the case in court meetings. It is not a place for discussion. Rather than discussing state affairs, it is more like an announcement ceremony and a process. All courtiers have long been accustomed to this. Almost everyone knows that national affairs need to be discussed.
At that time, they were all in Zhengshi Hall and Chongzheng Hall.
And this time the court obviously did not just inform the decision. After the matter of arresting officials was decided, Chongzheng Hall quickly became quiet, and the atmosphere became serious and gradually depressed.
Emperor Liu sat high on the throne and calmly looked down at the ministers. After a long time, he finally said: "It's been a long time since I came to the imperial court, and I haven't seen so many ministers for a long time. Some of you may not have seen me for a long time. Such a rare opportunity is not available."
Do you have something to say or something to report?"
After saying this, many people looked at each other in confusion. Even the officials at the back showed hesitation. This posture did not look like they wanted to listen to their advice.
"I supervise Wang Yucheng, the censor, and I have something to report!" At this time, the "strong man" stood up, and the whole court looked at him sideways.
But when they saw it was Wang Yuchen, many people put away their surprised expressions. After the "Nursery Rhymes", almost everyone got to know this bold and forthright young remonstrator.
Although there were many officials and admonishers in the court, and there were also many people who acted like Wang Yucheng, few of them had good results. The key is to look at Emperor Liu's mood and understanding. Emperor Liu always had a pair of "
"Wise Eyes", some people he regarded as honest advice and direct advice, while others he regarded as direct invitations to favor.
After "Nursery Rhymes", Wang Yucheng was left out for more than half a year, living at home studying knowledge, writing poems and poems. However, half a year later, Emperor Liu remembered this man again, issued an edict, reinstated him in his post, and promoted him.
Got an official position.
At this time, seeing Wang Yuchen jumping out again, most people were a little curious as to what this "iron-headed boy" would say on this occasion.
