The Wenhua Hall is located close to the third hall. It was originally used to pile up some debris. Until last spring, Liu Chengyou ordered it to be cleaned up and used for the princes to study. Today, there are already more than 100 students studying in the Wenhua Hall. The four princes are the eldest Liu Xu, the second eldest Liu Yang, the third eldest Liu Xi, and the fourth eldest Liu Fang.
Inside and outside the palace, except for some palace attendants and guards, there were only the master and four disciples, which looked a little deserted. He raised his hand and made a silent gesture to the eunuch who was saluting, and stood under the curtain, observing what was going on inside. Condition.
Zhang Zhaozheng took the book and led the princes to read and study "The Analects of Confucius": "The Master said: 'A gentleman has nothing to eat and nothing to live in, and he has no desire to live in peace. It can be said that he is eager to learn.'"
Liu Chengyou inquired and found out that Zhang Zhao's teachings to the princes were still enlightening, and he mainly taught "The Thousand-Character Classic", "The Classic of Filial Piety", and "The Analects of Confucius". However, in Liu Chengyou's view, there were still too few enlightenment books.
In view of this, Liu Chengyou has ordered the bachelor of the Third Library to compile a book suitable for children's enlightenment, and has made requirements based on the "Three Character Classic" and "Hundred Family Surnames". There is no way, he can only memorize those two books. The first few sentences can only be customized by the learned scholars in the imperial court.
Several princes were quite serious in their studies, but the only one who was distracted and seemed bored was the fourth prince Liu Fang, who showed an active personality even before he could walk.
Looking around, he suddenly spotted Liu Chengyou standing behind him. His dark eyes lit up, but when he saw his father's serious expression, he suddenly became excited, his attitude straightened up immediately, and his body straightened up.
Liu Fang's strange behavior naturally attracted other people's attention and gazes, and the sound of reading stopped.
"Your Majesty!" Zhang Zhao came forward.
Several princes came forward to pay homage in unison.
"No courtesy, Zhang Qing!" Liu Chengyou looked at Zhang Zhao kindly and said, "I'm disturbing your teaching!"
"Your Majesty is serious!"
His eyes fell on his sons. Liu Xu was already seven years old and behaved like a little adult. Liu Yang and Liu Xi were six years old. Although they were young, their natural nobility could already be seen from the two immature children. Tianjia's confidence can be seen on his face.
As for Liu Fang, the youngest but the most energetic, he stepped forward to please Liu Chengyou, hugged Liu Chengyou's thigh, and looked at him helplessly: "Dad, are you here to see us study?"
Facing that cute look with a hint of cleverness, Liu Chengyou still vaguely remembered the scene when the boy used his dragon robe to wipe his nose. Now, he is getting older day by day.
"Yeah!" Touching his head, Liu Chengyou smiled a little: "It's just that when I came here, I saw that you were not paying attention to your studies and were absent-minded!"
Liu Fang curled his lips and said, "I can't even understand what Master Zhang said!"
After he finished speaking, Zhang Zhao's expression suddenly changed. Doesn't this mean that his master didn't know how to teach? He immediately blew his beard in embarrassment.
After all, he is a five-year-old child, and he speaks without restraint. Liu Chengyou educated him: "It doesn't matter if you don't understand. Then learn to read, write, and memorize first. Master Zhang is a learned scholar. What he teaches you are the words of saints. Wait for you." When you grow older, you will naturally understand."
Liu Chengyou's words were of great use to Zhang Zhao.
With a serious look on his face, Liu Chengyou asked Liu Fang: "How much of "The Thousand Character Essay" can you memorize?"
Upon hearing the question, Liu Fang was stunned, let go of Liu Chengyou's thigh, thought for a while, and replied confidently: "I can read."
Faced with his clever answer, Liu Chengyou was amused. He looked at his other three sons and said to Zhang Zhao: "Zhang Qing, let me borrow these students from you first!"
The bright sunshine shines between the palace rooms and shines on the sharp sword, reflecting the dazzling light. Liu Chengyou holds the sword in both hands and can feel the heavy weight in his hands as he dances steadily.
The moves he wielded were all basic drills for the Han Forbidden Army. On one side, four princes, each holding a wooden sword, were practicing under the supervision and guidance of their instructors.
That's right, Liu Chengyou "borrowed" several princes to take them to practice martial arts and strengthen their bodies, and the teacher he found for them was Fen Guogong Yao Yuanfu.
Obviously, it is more interesting to practice martial arts than to study in Wenhua Hall, but as time goes by, boring movement training becomes less comfortable than sitting behind a desk...
It is said that the sword moves lightly, but if you concentrate on wielding it for a long time, your arms will feel sore. By the time Liu Chengyou finished practicing five sets of the "Eighteen Forbidden Forces", there was sweat on his forehead and a burning sensation on his back.
He sheathed the sword and handed it to the chamberlain to put it away. Liu Chengyou took the silk handkerchief and wiped his sweat. He looked at his sons practicing with his hands behind his back. Liu Xu was the oldest and had more strength. Liu Yang moved slowly, but his posture was standard. Liu Xi is more clumsy and obviously trying hard to do well. As for Liu Fang, his movements are lively...
"Mr. Yao, what are the qualifications of my princes?" Liu Chengyou asked after summoning Yao Yuanfu.
"After the Tian family, you are so beautiful!" Of course Yao Yuanfu said good things and responded: "Especially the fourth prince, he is so talented!"
Hearing this, Liu Chengyou also smiled and praised his son. He was obviously more happy than praising himself for making him come: "Then from now on, I have to trouble Mr. Yao to come to the palace and teach them for me!"
"Yes! The veteran will definitely give me all his money to teach me!" Yao Yuanfu responded with a hearty smile.
Yao Yuanfu is already over seventy years old. Although he is not resigned to old age and is still in good health, in the past few years in Kaifeng, it has been seen that rising stars are springing up in the Han army, and it is basically impossible to go to the battlefield again.
Now, the emperor gave him an opportunity to teach the princes how to practice martial arts, and he was naturally happy to do so.
"Okay, let's all stop and rest for a while!" Liu Chengyou stepped forward and asked the princes to stop.
Looking around, everyone was panting and sweating on their cheeks. The servants immediately served tea, and Liu Chengyou said: "From now on, in addition to studying and practicing with Master Zhang in the Wenhua Hall, you will also practice martial arts with Duke Fen. You are not allowed to slack off. , I will take the exams on time!"
"Yes!" The answer was neat.
Liu Chengyou added: "Studying is not easy, but practicing martial arts is even harder!"
"Children are not afraid of hard work!" Liu Xu said.
"I want to be as capable as my father in both civil and military skills!" Liu Yang seemed to be making up his mind.
"Dad asked me to practice martial arts, so I will practice hard!" Liu Xi showed a simple and honest smile.
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"I like practicing martial arts!" Liu Fang looked very interested.
Liu Chengyou had a panoramic view of the reactions of the princes. The curve of his mouth represented his good mood. He sat on the chair beside him and called his sons to his knees.
His face regained some solemnity, and looking at the young faces, Liu Chengyou said: "The Han Dynasty founded the country with force, but now the world has not been pacified, the rebellion is still rampant all over the world, and the homeland of China is still lost. I originally wanted to take twenty years, Cut off riots, fight against foreign aggression, and stabilize the world.
Now, it is almost half the time, but the countries are still there. If I cannot realize the great cause of the dynasty, I will have to rely on you brothers from now on. Therefore, you must study seriously and practice martial arts!"
"Yes!" Although they barely understood what Liu Chengyou said, seeing that his father was serious, they all nodded in confusion.
Liu Fang rolled his eyes, and there seemed to be a tangled look on his face: "Dad, you'd better not settle the world too early."
"Why?" Liu Chengyou became a little interested.
"If that's the case, when I grow up, I won't be able to conquer the world for you!" Liu Fang tilted his head and said.
"Haha! These innocent words are quite interesting!" Liu Chengyou said to Yao Yuanfu, pointing at Liu Fang.
Yao Yuanfu also laughed out loud and said, "Although the fourth prince is young, his ambition is commendable!"
"That's what I said to you!" Liu Chengyou turned his head and said to Liu Fang: "I will definitely give you a chance from now on to conquer the world for me!"
"Official, Captain Li Jun of Qingche is asking for an audience!" At this time, Zhang Dejun, who received the news, stepped forward and reported to Liu Chengyou in a low voice.
"Li Jun."
After reciting a sentence and turning his eyebrows, Liu Chengyou stood up, gave a few more instructions to the princes, and then packed up and headed to Chongzheng Hall.
On the way, Liu Chengyou made an impromptu order to Zhang Dejun: "Pass the imperial edict, select those of suitable age from among the civil and military heirs of the fourth rank or above in Beijing, and enter the palace to attend the Wenhua Hall. The personnel will be responsible for the selection by Zhang Zhao and Yao Yuanfu!"
