Why were the ministers so shocked that Zhuge Liang was appointed prime minister by Liu Bei?
This is because the words Xiangguo and Prime Minister sound like there is only one word difference, but in fact they are two different things.
According to the official system of the Han Dynasty established by Taizu Liu Bang, the real head of the hundred officials is not the three princes, let alone the general, but the prime minister.
As for the prime minister, he was originally just the deputy of the prime minister.
Although the prime minister was in the Han Dynasty, he could also handle government affairs for the king, but in essence, the prime minister only played an assisting role.
Under normal circumstances, the prime minister's power depends on the emperor's trust.
But the country is different.
Once someone becomes the Prime Minister, it means that the government affairs of the Han Dynasty should be in charge of him - even the emperor cannot interfere at will!
This can be seen from a famous historical event - Xiao Gui and Cao Sui.
Emperor Hui of the Han Dynasty Liu Ying wanted to make some changes to government affairs, but was directly asked away by Prime Minister Cao Shen.
This is not because Cao Shen is disloyal, but because Cao Shen is using his power reasonably.
There are three ministers and nine ministers in charge, who govern the world's political affairs. They are polite and courteous to all officials, and all the people avoid them. They are called prime ministers of the country!
In fact, the existence of the Prime Minister has already formed a check and balance effect on the imperial power.
Therefore, after Cao Shen's death, later generations of Han kings no longer established the position of prime minister, but instead appointed the position of prime minister.
But whether it is in terms of status or power, the Prime Minister and the Prime Minister are not on the same level.
Because they knew this, the ministers could easily think of a scene that was likely to happen in the future.
Liu Bei was the founding monarch, and he had great prestige. Zhuge Liang was the prime minister or the prime minister, and it made no difference to him.
But Liu Chan is not.
Originally, if Zhuge Liang was still Prime Minister, then even if Zhuge Liang became Liu Chan's assistant minister, whenever Zhuge Liang wanted to handle a major government matter, he would have to ask for Liu Chan's consent.
Only after Liu Chan formally issues the edict can the government affairs be formally implemented.
But the Prime Minister doesn’t need it...
In this way, when Prince Liu Chan succeeds to the throne in the future, he may very well be the second Emperor Hui of the Han Dynasty.
You can know this yourself, how could your Majesty not know it?
The most important thing is that Yin Jian, the traitor to usurp the Han Dynasty, is not far away, but between trusting his biological son and trusting Zhuge Liang, Liu Bei still resolutely chose the latter.
Liu Bei's trust in Zhuge Liang has indeed reached an unimaginable level.
Throughout the ages, which monarch has been able to do this?
Even Zhuge Liang looked at Liu Bei in shock, and his first reaction was to refuse.
Unfortunately, before Zhuge Liang could speak, Liu Bei said softly:
"The emperor's words are as heavy as nine tripods.
Does Kong Ming want me to make a mistake in front of the world?"
Liu Bei's words were filled with unparalleled determination.
And Liu Bei said so, how could Zhuge Liang refuse?
All Zhuge Liang could do was bow deeply to Liu Bei.
Originally, the ministers thought that Liu Bei's reward for Zhuge Liang was heavy enough, but what Liu Bei did next made the ministers even more confused.
While the ministers of the Manchu Dynasty on the high platform had not yet reacted to the shock, Liu Bei turned around and looked at the prince Liu Chan behind him:
"My lord, come forward."
Although Liu Chan was not stupid, his mind was not astute, let alone compared to ministers who had been immersed in officialdom for many years.
So what the ministers saw, he, as the person involved, had not yet seen it.
In Liu Chan's opinion, everyone was making a fuss about giving Zhuge Liang the title of Prime Minister.
Not only was Liu Chan not surprised, he was also sincerely happy for Zhuge Liang.
After hearing Liu Bei's words, Liu Chan, who looked delighted, quickly came forward from behind Liu Bei.
And out of respect for Zhuge Liang in his heart, Liu Chan allowed himself to be slightly behind Zhuge Liang.
Liu Chan's joy was seen in Liu Bei's eyes, which made Liu Bei realize that his prince did not see the deeper meaning of his appointment of Zhuge Liang as prime minister.
Well, it's just normal that he can't see it.
But this child's pure nature never let him down.
This is enough, and he will arrange the rest.
Looking at Liu Chan alone, Liu Bei suddenly felt that there was still something lacking.
After thinking for a while, Liu Bei turned around and looked at the other princes behind him: "Feng'er, Yong'er, Li'er."
After calling the three princes, Liu Bei's eyes indicated that they should behave like Liu Chan.
Although the two princes Liu Yong and Liu Li have been crowned kings, they are not very old.
They didn't understand Liu Bei's intention, but they just obeyed Liu Bei's instructions.
Liu Feng, on the other hand, seemed to be vaguely aware that something unusual would happen soon.
But he couldn't disobey Liu Bei's orders.
So soon after, Liu Bei's four princes all stood behind Zhuge Liang with their backs to the ministers, facing Liu Bei.
After seeing the four princes standing in accordance with his instructions, Liu Bei temporarily handed the Guan Yu Spirit Tablet in his hand to Zhang Fei beside him, and then he took a step forward to face Zhuge Liang directly.
Although the ministers were in a shocked mood, they still watched everything happening on the high platform.
Liu Bei's series of abnormal behaviors made them suspicious again.
Is it possible that Your Majesty wants the four princes to pay homage to Prime Minister Zhuge Liang for his contributions to the Han Dynasty over the years?
It can only be said that what the ministers thought was too simple.
"The Prime Minister's Government Affairs.
As for the four of you brothers, some are already adults and some are about to be.
You are the princes of the Han Dynasty, and you all have to serve the foundation of your ancestors.
I hope that when you work with the Prime Minister in the future, you can treat the Prime Minister like a father.
Remember! Remember!”
As soon as Liu Bei said this, the whole audience was agitated.
Except for Mi Yang, everyone who heard Liu Bei's words couldn't believe it.
Liu Bei actually wants the four princes Liu Chan and Liu Chan to treat Zhuge Liang like their father!
this?
Even though no loud noise was heard considering the occasion, the Han ministers had already begun to look at each other and look left and right.
Xu Ci almost broke his back molar!
They really didn't expect that Liu Bei would let the four princes of the Han Dynasty regard Zhuge Liang as their second father in public.
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! In the history of China, it is not unheard of for an emperor to call a minister "father".
For example, King Wu of Zhou.
Judging from this story, it is not a big deal for several princes to call a minister "father".
But the current scene cannot be compared with the case of King Wu of Zhou.
Because King Wu of Zhou called Jiang Ziya "Father Zhong", the main reason was that he respected Jiang Ziya's character and talent, which was an emotionally spontaneous behavior.
But now Liu Bei, as king and father, asked the four princes to call Zhuge Liang "Father Zhong" by way of instructions.
What's the scene like today?
It attracted thousands of people and was bound to go down in history. Coupled with Liu Bei's special status, it can be said that Liu Bei's instructions were no different from a formal edict.
Under the influence of this edict, the four princes called Zhuge Liang "Father Zhong", not only because of their personal emotions, but also because they were bound by the etiquette and laws of the world.
As long as the four princes are Liu Bei's descendants, they will treat Zhuge Liang as their true father.
Otherwise, according to the rules of etiquette in the world, the first one would not spare them.
It can be said that after Liu Bei's words came out, the four princes Liu Chan and Zhuge Liang had an everlasting father-son relationship.
How can such a fact not make people feel dumbfounded?
Especially among the four princes, Liu Chan is the next emperor of the Han Dynasty!
Among the four princes, Liu Chan did not notice any differences as always. Liu Yong and Liu Li did not understand the internal relationship very well and would only obey Liu Bei's words and act.
Without much hesitation, the three princes Liu Chan bowed deeply to Zhuge Liang in front of them in the eyes of all the ministers:
"Father!"
As soon as the three princes said these words, they announced the conclusion of a special relationship between them and Zhuge Liang.
But there was still one prince who had not moved, and that prince was none other than Liu Feng, who had long been unhappy with Zhuge Liang and had a domineering temperament.
Does Liu Feng want to recognize Zhuge Liang as his father?
That was definitely something he didn't want to do. Because of this, he hesitated under Liu Bei's gaze.
But after seeing his hesitation, Liu Bei's eyes suddenly became sharp.
It seemed that he was aware of Liu Bei's gaze. In order not to make Liu Bei angry and not to damage Liu Bei's prestige in front of the world, even if he was unwilling in every way, Liu Feng finally bowed deeply to Zhuge Liang:
"Father!"
These two words can be said to be the two words that Liu Feng was most reluctant to say in his life.
But he didn't want to go back, and today he could no longer disobey Zhuge Liang.
Liu Bei felt relieved after seeing that Liu Feng did not do anything stupid after all.
What Liu Feng didn't know was that Liu Bei's move was essentially to protect him.
The relationship between father and son has always been mutual.
I have to say that everything Liu Bei did today was too sudden and he did not discuss it with anyone.
Because it was so sudden, Zhuge Liang was able to react only after all the four princes of Liu Chan called Zhuge Liang "xiangfu".
We can't blame Zhuge Liang for reacting slowly. Which minister in his current position wouldn't be temporarily distracted?
Moreover, even if he does not lose his mind, as a minister, he cannot change anything.
Liu Bei made it clear today that he wanted to use his power as an emperor to pave the way for the future of the Han Dynasty.
Looking at the four princes who called themselves "father-in-law", and then at Liu Bei, whose face was filled with expectation, Zhuge Liang recalled what Liu Bei said to him when he was in Longzhong:
"Sir, this time I went out with Bei. He was completely naked, and he didn't give me any generous gifts.
But I have a sincere heart.
After today, I will never doubt you or let you down!"
Thinking of these words, Zhuge Liang's face was already covered with tears.
For decades, Liu Bei has never lived up to the promise he made that day.
If you are lucky enough to have such a master in your life, what else do you want?
Zhuge Liang reached out to brush away the tears from his face, and then quickly stepped forward to help the four princes Liu Chan and Liu Shan up in front of the ministers.
After completing this move, Zhuge Liang turned to look at Liu Bei.
Unlike Zhuge Liang, Liu Bei was smiling at this moment, and he was smiling happily.
Looking at the lord in front of him, whom he had known for decades, Zhuge Liang raised his hands above his head, bowed to Liu Bei and said:
"If you don't bear any responsibility in this life, you will be the king and your ministers in the next life!"
Liu Bei originally thought that Zhuge Liang would express his gratitude to him, but he did not expect that Zhuge Liang would say this with deep feelings.
And isn’t this sentence Liu Bei’s desire?
Liu Bei's eyes were also moist.
He stepped forward and helped Zhuge Liang up with his own hands, then patted Zhuge Liang's hand and said:
"Just do what you want!"
This chapter has been completed!