Liu Chengyou finally treated Wang Jun and Han Tong differently. Han Tong was demoted to Xiangyang, so he would have a chance to rise again. He would need Xiangzhou soldiers to pacify Jinghu one day. But Wang Jun was demoted to Shangzhou. , otherwise, the career basically ends here.
If in the future, Wang Jun can reflect on his mistakes, restrain his anger, and cultivate his moral character, he can still live in peace and contentment for the rest of his life. If he does not want to repent and worsens his mistakes, he may not end well.
In the eyes of people who were ignorant and only cared about superficiality, the dignified commander-in-chief of the Guards Department thought he had offended the emperor and violated the rules of the dynasty, so he was reprimanded and demoted several levels in a row. This was somewhat effective in maintaining the emperor's majesty.
Of course, the reason for Wang Jun's demotion was not only the Mid-Autumn Festival Night Banquet, but also the conflict at the Chongzheng Palace. After all, it was just the introduction. Liu Chengyou had been dissatisfied with Wang Jun for a long time. It can be traced back to the great victory at Jifeng Mountain in the first year of Qianyou, when Wang Jun was appointed as the military governor of Fengxiang. , you will be arrogant when you are in office, and it is difficult to control your arrogance.
With the intention of using his talents, he was transferred to the central government and entrusted with important tasks, but his temper did not change. The conflicts and disputes with the courtiers were probably within Liu Chengyou's expectations and expectations. However, he was corrupt and monopolized, and was domineering. If the system is exceeded, Liu Chengyou will be unhappy.
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He captured Huainan and made him the commander-in-chief. He only loosened the reins a little, and he was like a wild horse, arrogant and arrogant. After a little suppression, he restrained himself. After returning to the court, Liu Chengyou did not think about his mistakes and still used his merits to promote Wang Jun to the rank of commander-in-chief. position, this is the highest military position in the Han Dynasty Forbidden Army.
But even so, Wang Jun was still not satisfied. He felt that the rewards were not worthy of his merits, and complained repeatedly. He promoted himself from the forbidden army to his relatives, although many military positions were rejected by the Ministry of War, and he also served in the Yazhong, suppressing and ostracizing other generals.
That's all. This year, Wang Jun actually found Zhi Gongju He Ning and recommended a group of "virtuous talents" to him. He Ning did not dare to offend Wang Jun face to face. After agreeing, he immediately reported to the emperor. It is conceivable what the result will be. None of the suggestions proposed by Wang Jun were taken.
There was also a reason why Wang Jun made such nonsense and despised civil servants in the Chongyuan Hall. Moreover, what made Liu Chengyou most angry was his statement that "the emperor values civil servants and despises generals", which was simply against his will and touched Liu Chengyou's sensitivity. at.
To put it more seriously, this is not just an idle talk to deceive the emperor, it can be described as "destroying the morale of the army and having evil intentions". Once the anger and dissatisfaction accumulated over the years broke out, Liu Chengyou did not directly order Wang Jun to be executed, which was considered a sign of restraint. .
Of course, there may not be any motive to protect Han Tong, because judging from the situation in the palace, Han Tong's plot was even worse when he took action.
After Liu Chengyou made the decision to reprimand him, the Xuanwei Department, with a clear understanding of the holy will, criticized and publicized Wang Jun's domineering and criminal behavior. Zhao Shanjiao and Tao Gu each wrote an article and sent it to the military, government, and civilians. It emphasizes the depth of Wang Jun's sins and the magnanimity of the emperor.
"Officially, Wang Jun has already left for Shangzhou to take up his post!" It was Zhang Dejun who reported to Liu Chengyou.
"Did he say anything?" Liu Chengyou asked.
"Before Wang Jun boarded the carriage, he said to those who saw him off, 'The birds are not gone, but the good bow is hidden; the cunning rabbit is not dead, but the lackeys are cooked.'" Zhang Dejun glanced at the emperor carefully and responded.
"It seems like what he said!" The hand that turned the pages of the book paused for a moment, and Liu Chengyou smiled faintly.
Zhang Dejun said with some dissatisfaction: "This Wang Jun has always been proud of himself, but this time he was punished and demoted. He did not think about his own mistakes in order to change them, but his resentment increased..."
"Who sent Wang Jun off?" Liu Chengyou interrupted Zhang Dejun and asked.
Zhang Dejun also realized that he had said too much, so he quickly stopped and replied: "The head of the Ministry of War, Shen Shihou, and several of Wang Jun's old staff!"
"I understand, please step back!" Liu Chengyou said.
"yes!"
From beginning to end, Liu Chengyou reviewed the memorial without even raising his head.
The autumn wind was bleak and the waves surged. There were dense yellow willow trees on both sides of the Bianhe River. In a hut by the river, Han Tong was sitting on a wooden post, drinking bitterly. Not many people came to see him off, and they were all taken away by Han Tong. Sent away.
Wang Jun was dissatisfied with his being demoted, while Han Tong was aggrieved, but he couldn't get the answer. After all, he made a mistake. He only regretted that he was not clear-headed and failed to distinguish the situation.
"You are not on duty at the Ministry of War, why are you here? I told you that you don't need to send me off!" Han Tong looked at his son Han Hui, who was coming on horseback.
Han Hui was the only son of Han Tong and was always loved by his father. Although he was an ordinary-looking young man in his twenties, he had a good demeanor. When he entered the dormitory, he bowed and said: "My father is traveling far away. How can I not give him a gift as a son?"
"Furthermore, I am here on your Majesty's order to see my father off!" Han Hui said, weighing the small jar of wine in his hand: "This is the royal wine given by Your Majesty!"
Hearing this, Han Tong's eyes flashed with excitement, and he bowed in the direction of the imperial city: "It seems that your Majesty is still thinking of me!"
"Quickly, open the package and serve it to your father!" Han Tong poured out the wine in his glass and said to his son.
Han Hui seemed extremely calm and orderly. He poured Han Tong's wine, filled it up for himself, and raised his glass: "Father is going to Xiangzhou, so don't take it seriously. My son is in Tokyo. He prayed that day and night and is in good health!"
After drinking a glass of wine and continuing to fill it up, Han Tong looked at his beloved son. He was more and more satisfied with his calmness and generosity, and said: "You work well in the Ministry of War. Wei Renpu is the prime minister. His talents are praised by the whole court and he is deeply loved by your majesty." Trust me, it’s a rare opportunity to work and gain experience by his side!”
"As for me, you don't have to worry. If you make a mistake, you will be demoted. Xiangzhou is a good place, and Xing Guogong is also a good boss. My life is much easier than that of Wang Jun!" Han Tong laughed.
The emperor's wine seemed to have the effect of dispelling his depression, and Han Tong looked cheerful at this time.
"Your Majesty, if you have something to say, please bring it to me?" Han Tong asked expectantly after drinking another glass of wine.
Han Hui shook his head and responded: "Only the chamberlain and provincial palace chamberlain will bring His Majesty's oral instructions and a jar of royal wine. Apart from that, there is nothing else to say!"
Hearing the answer, Han Tong couldn't help but feel a little disappointed.
When Han Hui saw this, he chuckled and said, "However, although His Majesty did not speak directly, what he said was already lost in the wine!"
With a frown on his face, Han Tong immediately said: "Speak directly if you have something to say, don't imitate those rotten Confucians who hide it and pretend to be profound!"
Facing his father's lesson, Han Hui felt helpless and said: "My father is your Majesty's former general and a minister of Long, and I also know my father's temperament. Although he made a big mistake this time, your Majesty still means to protect me.
From my point of view, His Majesty demoted you to Xiangzhou this time. One of the reasons is to punish you for your crimes, to uphold the ceremonial system, to serve as a police officer, and to eliminate latecomers. The other reason is to allow your father to reflect in Xiangzhou.
Thirdly, in the future, the imperial court must take Jinghu, and my father is in Xiangzhou. The imperial court will not use this principle. As long as he fights hard and performs meritorious service, he will be able to return to the capital."
Hearing what Aizi said, Han Tong's eyes became brighter and brighter, and his sorrow completely disappeared. After thinking about it for a while, he suddenly felt that it made sense. Looking at Han Hui, Han Tong couldn't help but said: "My son is so smart and smart, why didn't he take the exam?
Number one scholar?"
"How can it be so easy to be number one?" Han Hui looked very surprised and said: "Look at Hanoi Lu Lang, the Ministry of Rites, and the Hanlin scholars all praised him, but the winner is still Dong Lang. He is not good at poetry, but only Dong Lang.
Some clever people may be able to win Jinshi because of their father's grace!"
"It doesn't matter! As long as you can do things!" Han Tong seemed to be more open-minded and said: "You and your Majesty, what your Majesty likes is also a man of practical ability. He only knows how to recite poems and compose poems, but he doesn't know how to govern, control the people, and lead the army. If you want to come,
What’s the use!”
"Father is right!" Han Hui agreed lightly.
"Come, drink this jar of wine with me, and then I'll be on my way!"
"Father, please!" Han Hui continued to pour wine for Han Tong.
Soon, Han Tong got into the car with a drunken look on his face, looked back at Kaifeng City, warned Han Hui again, and turned around to get into the car.
Han Tong is going to Xiangzhou here, and there are three carriages carrying his concubine and Xinruan, five troops, and several servants, giving alms and heading south.
On the left side of the road, Han Hui bowed and bowed. When he was far away, he straightened up, mounted his horse and returned to the city, always calmly.
Han Tong's son was known as "Tutu'er" because of his wisdom and strategy.
