Xiao Yu is not too old. He is a middle-aged man in his forties. His appearance is not much similar to that of his sister, Queen Xiao. After all, he is just the younger brother of the most beautiful woman in the world, not the most beautiful woman in the world.
A handsome man.
But after so many generations of improvements, the descendants of the Xiao family in Nanliang are not ugly, and they are very in line with the aesthetics of today's officialdom. They are majestic and restrained, and are very masculine.
Xiao Yu married the daughter of the Dugu family and was considered a brother-in-law with Li Yuan. He was trusted by Li Yuan, but he was also a staunch party member of the King of Qin. This made Li Yuan very angry and he was demoted from the capital several times.
Of course, now that Li Yuan is dead, Li Shimin's army was defeated and fled, Li Jiancheng was also crowned at Tongguan, and all the princes and cronies like the King of Qin in the court have disappeared.
In the past few years, a series of fierce political battles took place in Chang'an City. Both Xiao Yu and Changsun Shunde suffered from this kind of party struggle. Looking back now, those life-and-death fights at that time were so ridiculous.
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What if the King of Qin wins? What if the Prince wins?
Before the world was settled, they were vying for the position of crown prince, and there were so many people getting involved... Now it seems that the people of Kansai have made a big joke.
In any case, Xiao Yu was a great nobleman, and as the old saying goes, dynasties may change, but powerful families will endure forever.
The treatment given to Xiao Yu illustrates this point very well.
His official position was demoted to the rank of Minister of Zhongshu, temporarily in charge of all affairs of Zhongshu. Cen Wenwen was again appointed as Minister of Zhongshu, for balance or supervision.
Yan Shigu was transferred to serve as a regular attendant of Sanqi and an advisor.
It goes without saying that the old people were promoted to official positions, and the new people were gradually integrated in. There were too many talents in Chang'an. If you just picked them a little, they would be a big group. Therefore, more and more new faces would appear in front of Li Po.
Instead, the old people have to worry about being squeezed out.
Is this kind of metabolism an unstoppable trend? For example, after Li Yuan went south, the people of Jin were squeezed out. This is a good example. When we got to Li Po, it was inevitable.
It's just that although Li Po's ancestral home is Guanxi, he did start his family in Jin, and most of his close friends and relatives are from Jin. This is completely different from Li Yuan.
Therefore, his approach is destined to be different from Li Yuan. Even if the Kansai people gain the upper hand? But is it a delusion to want to suppress the Jin people like Li Yuan did? After all, His Highness the King of Han is not a person who does not miss old feelings.
Nowadays, there are still many high-ranking positions lacking under Li Po's rule, such as Shi Zhong, the highest official in Men Xia Province, and the two deputy positions in Men Xia Province, Shangshu Ling and Shangshu Zuishu She.
This undoubtedly gives great motivation to many ambitious and capable people, and thus efficiency is greatly improved.
For example, for the ceremony of offering sacrifices to heaven, in the midst of intensive preparations, everything has been decided soon, and the auspicious day chosen will be ten days later, which is very close.
What was presented to Li Po today were some of the reign names that the ministers had discussed. Under each reign name? There was also its origin, who recommended it, etc. Anyway, it was very detailed, probably because he was afraid that His Highness the King of Han would not accept it.
Satisfied, he acted arbitrarily again.
The ministers arrived one after another and sat down quietly to wait for the advisors of the King of Han. Perhaps this would be the last time for such a neat little court meeting before the ceremony to worship the heaven.
Li Po patiently flipped through it, and after screening, only nine year numbers were presented to him. Why is it nine? Nine is the most numerous number. People in the world care about this, and this number can be seen in many places.
Li Po also felt a little dizzy when he looked at them. Unlike the country names, the era names seemed to be chosen well, and their origins were written clearly. Each one had a deep or shallow connotation.
Just when Li Po gradually gave up on careful selection and was about to irresponsibly choose an era name recommended by the person who had followed him the longest based on the recommender.
The last era name caught his eye.
Yuan Zhen...the beginning of the righteous way and the existence of principles...Xiao Yu.
This is really...why isn't it Zhenguan? A smile instantly appeared on Li Po's face. When he raised his head and looked at the people in the palace, the hearts of those who knew the temper of King Han became excited, because in their eyes, that smile overflowed.
What comes is full of malice.
Li Po's voice was rich and clear, "It seems... this year will undoubtedly be the first year of Yuan Zhen. If anyone has any objections, please report it as soon as possible, otherwise everyone will become Yuan Zhen's ministers."
The atmosphere soon relaxed. Most people stroked their long or short beards and smiled, looking very pleased. Some people breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, it was Yuan Zhen, one of the nine reign titles.
, not some other weird thing.
His Highness the King of Han's words are still so... light and gentle, so wise that people don't know how to praise him.
Especially Xiao Yu, whose heart skipped a beat, using the reign name to win over people's hearts? Can't do it? If that's true... the great sages of the Han Dynasty and Li Yuan... are far behind.
Does that mean I can say a few words on the country's title? Using Li Yuan's country title is too...unseemly, and has never been seen since ancient times.
Of course, this was just a fleeting thought in his mind. As a child of the Xiao family who had served as an official for many years, he naturally understood that the first thing he should do now was not to anger the new master, but to let the new master know how to use him Xiao Yu
It is very appropriate to come to Zhuzhongshu.
He was not allowed to think too much, everyone had already started the flattering mode, and everyone agreed with King Han's wise decision according to their rank, and Xiao Yu was no exception.
Yun Dingxing also participated this time. When he flattered his master, he always spared no effort. As for whether it was too much or not, he didn't care, and he couldn't control his mouth.
As usual, everyone looked at him with suspicion, and except for those who were well-mannered, they all responded with contempt.
Today, when He Chou is in charge of Taichang Temple, Yun Dingxing has been promoted to the post of minister of the Ministry of Industry. Xiao Yu, Changsun Shunde and others naturally know that this toady Yun Dingxing has returned to Chang'an.
They were not surprised at all when they saw him standing up to flatter the King of Han. They just secretly speculated that the King of Han could use this person as his confidant. Is it magnanimous or does he just like to listen to good words?
If it's the latter, is it possible to win over Pei Ji and Pei Xuanzhen? That guy's talents are only mediocre, but when it comes to speaking melodiously, Yun Dingxing is like a beggar meeting a noble. There is no comparison.
There were too many people at this gathering, so there was only one topic on the agenda, and that was the upcoming Heaven Sacrifice Ceremony. This event was hosted by Taichang Temple, co-organized by the Ministry of Revenue and the Ministry of Personnel, and other ministries and agencies worked together to ensure success.
It's so grand, I just want it to be solemn and solemn, without making any mistakes.
The great ceremony of offering sacrifices to heaven is not about having fun with the people. It is a faithful embodiment of the concept of imperial power being granted by heaven, and it is also a necessary means for the imperial power to maintain its legitimacy.
This is a solemn exchange between man and God. Even if God cannot hear it, the emperor's subjects must hear the emperor's voice.
The purpose of this Umrah meeting is actually to make the final preparations for the big gift. Officials from various departments make a series of commitments and suggestions here to ensure that everything is done without leakage.
After experiencing this period of torture, he was finally about to see the real chapter. Li Po was looking forward to it, but he couldn't help but think back to the man on the high platform in Zhuo County.
Standing high, being watched by all, and the three armies shouting at the same time, as long as the blood is still flowing, the ambitious seven-foot man will almost always have a feeling of being a man and a real man.
Liu Bang and others only saw the First Emperor's motorcade honor guard, and they had the idea of taking his place. If Yang Guang was seen by them, wouldn't they immediately rebel?
But having said that, some of the things Yang Guang did are indeed difficult to be surpassed. In such an era of cold weapons, who can use more than a year to form an army of millions and use the method of personal conquest to attack neighboring countries?
Country, damn lost...
No matter what others think, Li Po asked himself that he would never have such a glorious moment in his life.
More than an hour later, the ministers left one after another. As they left, there was news of the great victory in the northwest. As news of the capture of Tongguan and Qu Tutong's contribution to Qinzhou came one after another, the nobles of Kansai would become more and more aware of
By now, the foundation of the new regime has become more solid.
Their hesitation will gradually disappear. Military victory also means that a new dynasty is gradually coming. At such a time, people with foresight will make wise decisions, while people without foresight will follow the trend...
It was getting late, and Su Dan, who was left at the end, left with heavy steps. The King of Han gave him some more time, but he still saw no hope of completing the mission.
Although Kansai has not experienced too many wars in these years, wars are indispensable every year. Recruiting soldiers, collecting taxes, and levying labor are just as much as during the Daye years.
Li Yuan was willing to take the corvee lightly and rest with the people, but due to the setbacks in the war in the past two years, he didn't care so much. For example, when Li Shimin led his troops to attack Longmen a few years ago, he was very reluctant to stay in Hancheng.
Sakon was sent to work, showing a compassionate heart.
But look what he did after his defeat. As he fled westward, he didn't miss a single thing about the rotten place.
Therefore, the chaos in household registration and land management in Kansai began during the Daye period and continued to Li Yuan. The piles of confusing accounts could fill up the Tai Chi Hall.
If you want to sort it out in a short time, it is simply delusional. This is a relatively large project. Half a year is enough, one year may be better, and ten years is not too much.
Su Dan wants to cry but has no tears... I have once again tasted the power of King Han. You have made me unhappy, and I will not fight or kill you, but you will definitely not be happy in the next period of time.
Already.
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After Su Dan had left, Li Po did not delay any longer and returned to Liangyi Hall.
As for whether Su Dan was crying or laughing, he didn't bother to care. This guy looked like a treacherous minister and was used to forming cliques. If he didn't beat him frequently, he might one day get his head under his knife.