There are different rules for court meetings in the past dynasties. In the previous dynasty, Daqi Dynasty had a court meeting once every ten days, which was unstoppable. After this dynasty, Emperor Taizu Gao was known for his diligence and changed the court meeting to once every three days, which has caused many officials to complain. However,
At that time, the world was just beginning to settle down, and the demon tribes in the north were looking at it. The Great Wall was being built, the people were appeased, and there were many affairs. Therefore, Emperor Taizu Gao could understand this. However, during the period of Emperor Taizong, after the eldest son of Emperor Gao ascended the throne, in order to show off his ambitions,
Therefore, in the first few years, the court meeting was changed to once every two days. However, as time went by, the courtiers complained constantly, so they relaxed it again and changed it to once every five days. After Emperor Taizong and Emperor Lingzong came to the throne, the time of the court meeting changed again.
, changed to once a day, which shocked the government and the public, and Zhezi flew to the palace like snowflakes.
It's just that Emperor Lingzong had the iron blood of Emperor Gaozu, so he didn't take it seriously. Instead, he killed a few of the courtiers who took the lead to suppress the resentment of the courtiers. However, privately, the courtiers were still dissatisfied with this. With the death of Emperor Lingzong
, as soon as the deposed emperor changed the old system and changed it to a ten-day dynasty, which was so loose, the deposed emperor naturally gained the support of many courtiers. However, as the current emperor raised troops and entered the sacred capital, the time of the dynasty was changed again, following Taizong's example.
The dynasty was changed to a dynasty of five days. In the early years of Tianjian, the world was initially settled. The emperor of this dynasty was not in a famine every dynasty. However, as the situation stabilized, and the emperor of this dynasty was a high-level person, he often retreated. Therefore,
This dynasty's five-day dynasty is actually not actually implemented on many days.
After returning to the divine capital this time, His Majesty the Emperor went out of his way and held court meetings one after another without any changes or cancellations. This month, they were held every day, as if to make up for all the court meetings owed over the years.
, which surprised the courtiers and made them somewhat confused.
However, His Majesty the Emperor has been on the throne for many years, and the courtiers know His Majesty's temperament. Even though court meetings are held so frequently now, no one dares to say anything more.
Many people have vaguely guessed something. After all, there are a lot of rumors in the city of God nowadays. It was first rumored that the heir of the former prince was still alive. Now the rumors are more straightforward and have been confirmed. It is said that the left
The deputy commander of the Wei Dynasty, Chen Chao, was the heir of the former prince.
This news was widely circulated among the people, and it was enough to spread to the mansions of those who were not considered important people, but were still important people in the city of God.
Since they all know the news, His Majesty must also know it. The court meetings have been going on these days. Perhaps it is His Majesty who is showing his attitude to the world.
On Nantong Street in the west city of Shendu, a carriage was driving slowly. The monogram on the carriage indicated that the carriage belonged to the Zhongyong Marquis Mansion.
Zhang Yu, the Zhongyong Hou, was a general in the royal palace. As early as when His Majesty was crowned king, he accompanied him. Later, he became a general in the army with great military exploits. Later, the current emperor conquered the world, and Zhang Yu was named Zhongyong Hou.
, controlled many Xiangjunfu soldiers in Daliang, and together with the entire Zhang family, they turned from being unknown to the leading aristocratic family in the divine capital.
Nowadays, this Zhongyong Hou still holds the military power of the patrol camp in Shendu. This is because not much happened in Shendu in recent years, and his dealings with monks outside the country are all the same.
As a result of the affairs between the Guarding Envoys and the Tianyuyuan, Zhang Yu, the loyal and brave Marquis, was gradually forgotten.
After the court dismissed today, Zhang Yu's carriage slowly left the imperial city, but did not return to the residence of Marquis Zhongyong. Instead, it detoured through a few streets, drove into a remote alley, and stopped in front of a simple and elegant courtyard.
"Master Hou, we're here."
As the tall and muscular coachman spoke softly, a figure walked out of the carriage.
Zhang Yu was born tall and strong. Although his martial arts training is not high, he has not stopped practicing in these years. Therefore, even though he is over fifty years old, he is still strong and strong. There is not a trace of gray hair on his head. Zhang Yu has long since changed out of his official robes.
Wearing a coarse cloth gown, he glanced at the groom who had been following him for many years and asked, "Is he here?"
The groom nodded.
Zhang Yu said no more and walked into the courtyard.
The courtyard is simple and elegant, and looks like a Jiangnan courtyard that is rare to see in the city of God. There is a pool in the middle of the courtyard, and there are many koi carps. The layout of the entire courtyard is modeled after the Jiangnan courtyard, and it is not just superficial, but also the entire interior. Zhang
Jade walked through the corridor, looked at a few weeping willows in the yard, and sighed, "It's not Jiangnan after all. These weeping willows don't have much life."
I don’t know when, several figures appeared at the end of the corridor. The leader was an elegant man with a slender figure. Hearing this, he smiled and said, "Marquis Zhongyong is joking. Since it is not Jiangnan, how can we imagine the scenery of Jiangnan?
Besides, this weeping willow is not the alien species in the academy. It is not easy to be in such a situation."
The speaker was none other than Song Ting, Marquis of Huainan, who was enfeoffed at the same time as Zhang Yu. This person came from the Song family of Huainan and was one of the heroes of that war.
Both of them were the right-hand men of the Emperor of Liang in that war, and they were considered powerful in the early years. However, they later broke the law and were stripped of their positions by the Emperor of Liang, but they retained their titles. Song Ting also realized it later.
There has been no trouble in these years, and he has chosen to enjoy his old age peacefully, and no longer interferes with the affairs of the government and the public.
However, Song Ting was known as a Confucian general at the beginning. He once defeated the deposed emperor's 50,000 troops with 8,000 cavalry. If it were not for those old things, I am afraid that the Huainan Marquis would have been sent to the north. Now I am afraid that
He has quite a status in the northern border army.
Zhang Yu looked at the former Pao Ze and slightly cupped his hands, "Brother Song has kept a low profile these years and has become more and more immortal."
Song Ting smiled indifferently and said nothing. A group of familiar faces behind him were already saluting Zhang Yu.
Zhang Yu took a quick look and saw that they were all old brothers. Liu Hu, the former general, and Li Yue, the commander of the Pioneer Battalion...
These are all the generals who were under His Majesty's command when he first launched the army, and now they all have their own positions in the divine capital.
"
We haven’t gotten together for a long time, but I don’t know if there is good wine at Brother Song’s house.”
Zhang Yu looked at everyone and said with a smile, "If there was good wine, I would have to get drunk today."
Li Yue laughed heartily. He was known for his loud voice in his early years. Now he heard Zhang Yu speak and looked at Song Ting with a smile. He said in a loud voice, "Then we have to see if General Song is willing to take out the fine wine he has collected."
Already."
Song Ting led everyone to the central hall and said with a smile, "We are all brothers who can take care of our lives. Song doesn't care about some drinks."
After that, several people sat down one after another. A table of delicacies had been prepared. They drank and ate meat while reminiscing about old times. Before they knew it, half an hour had passed.
Song Ting saw that the words had been spoken and the old friendship was almost over, so he spoke softly, "Brothers, today's banquet is not just about reminiscing about old friendships. We are all old guys who followed His Majesty to conquer the world.
It can be said that only a few of us in this Liang Dynasty sincerely hope for His Majesty’s good. As for those so-called important ministers in the court, who doesn’t have Xiao Jiujiu in their hearts? What a pity, I’ll use it when I conquer the world.
You know, when you are ruling the world, you have to watch from the sidelines."
After hearing this, Liu Hu placed the wine glass heavily on the table, spilling a lot of wine, "General Song is absolutely right. Nowadays, those bastard civil servants in the court only know how to dissent from His Majesty.
I say, these guys should have killed him a long time ago, which means His Majesty is merciful, otherwise it would be their turn to make noises?"
Zhang Yu took a sip of wine and didn't speak in a hurry, just smiled slightly.
Song Ting smiled and said, "The ancients said that governing the world is like cooking fresh food. After all, it is no longer the day for us to shout and kill. It is reasonable for your majesty to be cautious. After all, the world is in your hands for only a dozen years. This dynasty
I don’t know how much I still have my heart for the deposed emperor and the old prince.” .??.
Li Yue said in a muffled voice, "That's what you say, but we all followed His Majesty to conquer the world. Seeing His Majesty feel aggrieved, we still feel uncomfortable in our hearts. If we had known that the world would be so difficult, we might as well be in the palace."
Wouldn't it be happier to follow His Majesty here for the rest of your life, drinking wine, eating meat, hunting and herding horses?"
As soon as he said this, several people nodded.
"That's not right. Since our brothers have helped His Majesty conquer the world, we naturally have to defend it. If we don't share His Majesty's worries, who can His Majesty rely on?"
Song Ting suddenly asked, "Have you heard of the rumors in the Divine Capital now?"
Li Yue frowned and said, "Are you talking about the fact that the former prince still has his heirs alive?"
Song Ting nodded slightly, glanced at everyone, and said, "I have received definite information. That person is Chen Chao, the current deputy commander of Zuowei. His biological mother is the sister of the original empress, but she is not a sibling. Later,
After being married by the first prince, and then having him, the deposed emperor is the eldest brother of the Chen Dynasty, and the Chen Dynasty is now the only surviving bloodline of the first prince."
"really?"
Liu Hu looked shocked, "Has His Majesty been deceived before? He has been promoted a lot these days. He is the only one who has the right to carry a sword."
Song Ting frowned slightly, shook his head and said, "Your Majesty is so wise, how could he be deceived? I just think that your Majesty is thinking about the old relationship and feels that he owes the former prince a lineage, so he takes care of him like this. It's just that your Majesty would think so, but he would do this
Do you think so? Your Majesty’s benevolence and righteousness may not mean that everyone in the world is benevolent and righteous, let alone, this is a dispute between the world.”
After hearing this, everyone was silent.
Song Ting continued, "There is another matter. This person was inexplicably appointed as the governor of Tianqing County. There is something fishy about it. I am afraid that he has thought about ousting His Majesty from the throne."
"I've been holding back for a long time. I'm afraid it's all because of him and those behind him. Now I'm afraid I'm going to do something."
Li Yue asked, "In this case, wouldn't it be enough for His Majesty to issue a decree to kill him?"
Zhang Yu, who had been silent for a long time, sighed and said, "How can it be so simple? He just made great achievements in the northern border. In addition, Wan Liuhui won the championship before. Even if His Majesty is alert and wants to use the knife, how can he explain it to the world? Besides, what's more?"
What's more, those people behind him will definitely take the opportunity to do something. When the time comes, the world will be in chaos, which is what they want to see."
Song Ting said sternly, "We are all old men who follow Your Majesty to conquer the world. Since Your Majesty is inconvenient to do something, shouldn't we do nothing?"
"Yes, we have to share your Majesty's worries."
Liu Hu slapped the table and said, "General Song, tell me what to do, and I'll just follow the general and do it together!"
Song Ting glanced at Zhang Yu and asked, "What do you think, Brother Zhang?"
Zhang Yu smiled and said, "Listen to Brother Song."
Song Ting nodded, "Since Your Majesty can't give orders or take action, we'll take care of him..."
Song Ting made a move.
Several people present nodded slowly.
Seeing that everyone had expressed their stance, Song Ting waved to someone to bring him a map of the city of God, and said softly, "Except for the two guards on the left and right, all the major patrol offices in the city of God are under your control. We only need to bring them in."
The helping hand blocks...and then..."
Song Ting took a deep breath, "This person has a good relationship with Song Lian, the commander of Zuowei, so we must hold off Zuowei. As for the fact that Right Wei has always been at odds with Zuowei, we can make an issue here. As for the rest, I have already arranged
It's safe, and when the time comes, keep it so that he can disappear from this world quietly."
Zhang Yu asked, "This person's martial arts training is not low. Can Brother Song be absolutely sure?"
Song Ting nodded, looking confident, "I have already contacted the people, there will be no problems."
Zhang Yu smiled and said, "Since Brother Song has made arrangements, then the matter has been settled as such, and we will do something for His Majesty later."
This chapter has been completed!