Those who are qualified to roll call in Chongyuan Hall are all marquis or above, plus some high-level honorary officials have been conferred. It also took an hour to finish the announcement. And the atmosphere in the hall has entered. In a slightly weird atmosphere, the weirdness lies in the strange ups and downs of people's hearts.
Facts have proved that everyone's attention was not on the banquet. The banquet was full of sumptuous dishes. Except for the drinks, no meat dishes were touched. Their eyes were fixed on the two ministers Lu Yin and Shi Xizai who were reading.
The situation at the banquet was like this: A didn't move, B didn't move, C followed suit, and the rest didn't move. The people in the hall were sitting peacefully, and the people outside the hall were also sitting quietly to keep company. Although his stomach was empty, he sat there. Watch the delicious food cool down.
Seeing that the scene was so serious, Emperor Liu broke the news and said with a smile: "Aren't you all hungry? The food and wine have gone cold, but I am very hungry. Let's get going!"
"I'm telling you that everyone inside and outside the palace, as well as the officials at the banquet, should stop sitting around and move their mouths!" Liu Chengyou ordered Yantuo again: "Mingshang Food Bureau will prepare some hot food and warm wine!"
"yes!"
Under the leadership of Emperor Liu, the imperial banquet was back on track again, and the atmosphere became really lively. Regardless of the frustrated or the proud, at this time, only wine can do the talking, or maybe it is hunger in the belly, and the cold food and wine are also enjoyed. Enjoy it with relish.
Ritual music sounded, singing and dancing started, the lights were bright, cups were pushed and cups were exchanged, and there was a roar of people. The banquet in Chongyuan Palace was the prosperous scene of a palace banquet. During this process, many people represented by Huang Quan and Gu Hongzhong The painters, each based on a case, while drinking, observed and recorded the characters and scenes inside and outside the central hall...
Naturally, they have a political mission. If they want to record the grand event of the moment, apart from descriptions in words, there is nothing more intuitive than pictures. And if they want to completely record the grand event of Chongyuan Hall, they need enough information. It is co-written by a painter and requires sufficient pen power and painting skills.
Huang Quan was a famous court painter in Sichuan and Sichuan. He was good at painting people and scenes. Gu Hongzhong was the one who painted "Han Xizai's Night Banquet". He came to Beijing with Li Yu and was assigned to the Hanlin Academy. Now he has It's time for him to display his talents. However, his psychology when painting this picture will of course be different. Looking at the Han court from the perspective of a surrendered minister, we can expect to create another famous painting handed down from generation to generation...
The smell of wine gradually filled the air, and Emperor Liu began to immerse himself in it. First, representatives of various meritorious officials toasted to Emperor Liu to express their gratitude. Then, representatives of civil servants, representatives of military generals, the prince's children, clan members, relatives, various states, and envoys, All surrendered lords, all surrendered ministers...
This group of people alone overwhelmed Emperor Liu. He was restrained at first, but later he became more drunk, and when the mood came, he gradually let go of his airs and behaved much more casually.
Liu Chengyou was in a really happy mood. The scene in the palace came into his mind. At this moment, he no longer speculated on the inner thoughts of his ministers. He just wanted to relax and have a drink.
"Follow me and pay homage to the ministers!" Liu Chengyou greeted Liu Yang as he stood up with his wine glass in hand.
At this time, Liu Yang was like a mascot, smiling and sitting on the dining table. From beginning to end, everyone only drank together and clinked wine glasses when toasting to Emperor Liu. On such an occasion , only Emperor Liu is the only protagonist. As the prince, he is in a really embarrassing situation.
According to the rules, civil and military ministers should also show respect to the prince, but the reality is that they do not. Only a few courtiers such as Dou Yi and Liu Wensou took the initiative. This was the first time since becoming the prince that Liu Yang felt a little uncomfortable. Maybe it's because I'm getting older.
In fact, both father and son, Liu Chengyou and Liu Yang, had to start to adapt to a growing prince. Emperor Liu seemed to be aware of Liu Yang's embarrassing state.
When the emperor and the prince walked down the imperial steps, the atmosphere in the palace became even more lively. On the other side, Concubine Gao glanced at her briefly. She was still feeling depressed and unhappy. Of course, she was not depressed about Emperor Liu's treatment of Liu Yang. He was not caring, but was dissatisfied that his late father, Gao Xingzhou, was not among the twenty-four meritorious officials.
Although he died a little early, according to the existing "standards", Linqing King Gao Xingzhou is definitely qualified. In particular, the same ministers, Fu Yanqing, Zhe Congruan, and Guo Wei are among them, so why was it omitted? Gao Xingzhou, how can Concubine Gao be happy when he thinks of this.
Of course, how could Emperor Liu forget Gao Xingzhou? However, with Gao Huaide on the list, Gao Xingzhou would inevitably be removed. Emperor Liu's consideration was that simple. Just like if Chai Rong was still surnamed Guo, then Guo Wei He will definitely not be selected as an ordinary person. Emperor Liu is taking things like status more and more seriously.
On the other hand, are the so-called twenty-four meritorious officials determined entirely based on merit and seniority?
Definitely not!
Why are there nine civil servants? Why are people like Li Shaoyou and Wu Xingde who are obviously unconvinced among them? Why are there 24 people who have been granted the title, but only 18 are still alive, and there are still several old or old people left. decline?
If we examine these issues carefully, we will find that Emperor Liu is still the same Emperor Liu...
After all, Concubine Gao is a woman, and there are some things that she cannot see clearly. However, she is not a political idiot. At least she knows that Emperor Liu cannot be offended, and what Emperor Liu has decided cannot be challenged.
When he looked at his son, his plump breasts seemed to be trembling with an uncontrollable anger. Liu Xi did not have the burden of Liu Yang. He was drinking happily. Together with Liu Fang, the two brothers were arm in arm. Happy, and also tried to seduce his sister Liu Jian to drink...
Perhaps Concubine Gao's gaze was too penetrating. Liu Xi felt something. He turned around and noticed his mother's gaze. He shrank his neck and hurriedly took Liu Fang to toast to his relatives and elders.
Today, several older princes can be considered important supporting roles. Emperor Liu has knighted them. Liu Xu is the Duke of Qin, Liu Xi is the Duke of Jin, and Liu Fang is the Duke of Zhao. Obviously, he has also done a good job for these sons. More opportunities for training. As for the rest, except for Liu Min and the King of Wei, even the fifth son Liu Yun who attracted Liu Chengyou's attention did not show any sign.
Emperor Liu, on his side, condescended to those who were frustrated, such as Han Tong, saying that he was still the pillar of the army.
For example, if Wang Pu was not sent to the local area for training and stayed in the central government, perhaps Wang Pu would have a different status. For him, Emperor Liu mainly encouraged him, and he was about to be reused. The future Han Dynasty Hall was his.
For example, Li Chongju, as a military envoy, is in charge of the eyes and ears of the world. He has a humble but powerful position and has been in this position for ten years. Considering Emperor Liu's suspicion, how could he have stayed for so long if he hadn't done such a good job. Just like His name was ordinary, and he was a minister who abided by the rules. Emperor Liu felt that the title of Duke of Wuxiang County was a bit unfair to him, but Li Chongju expressed to Liu Chengyou that the reward given to him was too heavy and not worthy of it.
There was also Wang Quanbin, who probably knew the depression in his heart. Emperor Liu said very directly that he should be careful not to be impatient, protect his body, and wait for good opportunities.
In the palace, there was another group, namely the surrendered ministers represented by Meng Chang and Li Yu. These people were arranged together, and the atmosphere was very strange. The title of King Nanping was reduced to Nanping Gong, and his title was also changed from Gao Baorong to Nanping Gong. Gao Jichong, a young man who was only twenty years old, had nothing to do about it. Fortunately, the title and property he inherited were enough for him to enjoy a lifetime of wealth.
Meng Chang's Duke Zhao was also recaptured and given to Liu Fang, who was changed to Duke Guangping; Li Yu's Duke Peng didn't enjoy it for long and became Duke Guang'an; and Duke Li Congyi of Xi was directly demoted to Marquis of Jincheng. Seriously speaking, he He can't even be called a king who subjugated his country. Now there is no need to be too generous to win people's hearts.
There was also a former lord of the world, the young emperor of Jin Dynasty, Shi Chonggui. During the first peace negotiation between Han and Liao Dynasties, he was released in an attempt to disturb the public. As a result, Emperor Liu generously sent people to greet him and named him Huaiguo. My Lord, you are waiting for wealth and glory, and you have been raised to this day. Speaking of it, only Shi Chonggui may have the most complicated mood. Watching his former minister become the true master of the world, telling his true destiny, and being aloof...
Of course, after experiencing so many hardships, Shi Chonggui, who is almost fifty years old, has no unnecessary thoughts. It is a great blessing to be able to be the Yong'an Duke of the Han Dynasty safely.
For these people, Emperor Liu also toasted to them in a gentle manner. And, interestingly, Liu Yuan, who was renamed Yongle Marquis, was particularly respectful and happy, and he was the most proactive. Liu Yuan was active The reason is also simple. Everyone is a descendant, and their title is higher than his. If he doesn't take the initiative, he will be compared...
In the constant exchange of wine and wine, Emperor Liu got drunk for a rare moment, intoxicated by the magnificent mountains and mountains he had built, and the infinite scenery...