At the end of summer and the beginning of autumn, the climate had not changed significantly, and Emperor Liu failed to sit still in Xijing. He issued an edict and embarked on a patrol again with great fanfare. This time, the target was north, out of the fortress.
When it comes to patrolling, everyone inside and outside the palace, as well as the government and the public, is quite familiar with it. Under the emperor's order, all preparations were made quickly and properly. The scale of the patrol was not the largest, with only more than 10,000 people in the camp. In addition to the escorting guards,
Apart from the Forbidden Army, there were not many other followers.
Among the ministers accompanying him, Zhao Kuangyin and Li Ye were both there. He originally wanted to bring Chai Rong with him, but his health was not good again, so he stayed in Xijing to recuperate.
As for bringing Li Ye, on the one hand, it is necessary to bring along the Prime Minister of the Political Affairs Hall, so that he can consult and handle some affairs at any time. On the other hand, it is to save Zhao Pu trouble. If Emperor Liu is not here, it is almost conceivable that the political affairs hall will be afraid.
There will be no peace either.
Among the concubines, only Concubine Gao Gui, Concubine Zhe Xian, Concubine Guo Ning and Concubine Yelu accompanied her. Empress Fu's body and bones needed to be recuperated, and Emperor Liu could not bear the toil and torment she had to endure.
All the princes, except Duke Liu Xu of Qin and Duke Liu Xi of Jin, all accompanied him, including the crown prince Liu Yang. Speaking of which, this was the first time Liu Yang went on a tour with Emperor Liu since he was crowned prince.
In the past, when Emperor Liu was away, he always stayed behind in the capital.
The purpose of bringing Liu Yang was also very simple. Emperor Liu did not want Liu Yang to become a sitting prince and be trapped in the capital for a long time because of his status. It was still necessary to go out to see the great rivers and mountains of the Han Dynasty and understand the political situation and the people's conditions.
In particular, we should have a thorough understanding of the situation in northern Xinjiang.
This time, Emperor Liu did not set up a supervisory authority, but he was not too worried about the stability of the capital. There was a big talisman in the palace, and Zhao Pu and Song Qi were in charge of the outer court to handle national affairs. In addition, Wei Renpu, Liu Chengxun and other important ministers,
The clan's gaze was enough to reassure Emperor Liu.
The royal driver set out from Luoyang, crossed the river to the north, and passed through Heyang to the east of the river. This was the first time for him to take this route, and he had never walked it before on previous patrols.
Because I was traveling far away, the car I was riding in had been specially modified, with more emphasis on comfort, shock absorption, and bump prevention. It was not as spacious as when traveling in the Central Plains, but it was still a six-horse ride.
The weather was still hot, so Emperor Liu stayed there wearing only a single coat, leaning on a pillow and casually reading memorials. This was not a good habit.
The one riding with him was Concubine Gao. She was also in a thin skirt and gauze, and was vaguely elegant. Although Concubine Gao was old, she had rich experience in seducing people and knew Liu better than those young beauties.
The emperor's heart.
There is no problem at all in describing today's Concubine Gao as "a young lady, still charming". Coupled with the slightly closed environment and the hot climate, love and desire seem to be brewing silently...
..
Unfortunately, Emperor Liu's attention seemed to be focused on those memorials, which made Concubine Gao a little depressed. The movements of her hands also reflected her mood, as she waved the fan in her hand vigorously.
Feeling the change in the wind, Emperor Liu finally raised his head and looked at Concubine Gao. A little sweat appeared on the beautiful woman's skin, exuding the smell of female hormones.
Emperor Liu said: "If you are tired, stop fanning. It's not that hot!"
Concubine Gao said insincerely: "I'm disturbing the official's reading of the memorial!"
Emperor Liu smiled slightly, and upon seeing this, Concubine Gao said with a little resentment, "What's so important that the officials can't release the documents while they're on the road?"
"Liu Xi wrote a memorial about his experiences and experiences during his southern tour. It took a lot of effort and contained a lot of content. I haven't finished reading it." Emperor Liu said: "It records some situations in the cities of Huguang and mentions the three cities of Jiangling, Changsha and Panyu. If
It’s not that the south is safer and the enemy is in the north. I really want to see it with my own eyes..."
Listening to her son's memorial, Concubine Gao's face showed a hint of unnaturalness and a sense of difficulty. Should Emperor Liu continue to read it?
"Don't read it!" Emperor Liu simply put down the memorial, twisted his body, turned in a small circle, and lay his head directly on Concubine Gao's plump thighs...
Staring "confusedly" at his plump and drooping chest, Emperor Liu said with emotion: "This son of yours! He is obviously a smart and clever person. It's like letting him tour the south. He has gained something from everything he observes.
Able to get to the point and very insightful.
However, since he was a child, he has always been cautious in everything. Among the princes, there is no one more mature than him! I don’t know how he developed this obscure character. There are no signs. Could it be that you go and take care of it?
Too strict?"
Concubine Gao was still very happy when she heard Emperor Liu praising Liu Xi, but when she heard what happened later, she became unhappy and said: "He is also your son, and you take the lead in educating him. How can I really control him?
"
Emperor Liu said: "That lazy style is nothing like mine. I asked him to do some things for the court and do some errands, but he always refused. It seems that your words as a mother may be more useful than mine.
..."
"I can't afford to be said like this by an official! You are the emperor, he is a minister, and he is really ordered to do so. How can he refuse? In my opinion, you were too tolerant to him at the beginning, and that's how you developed what you are today.
Temper!" Concubine Gao couldn't help complaining.
As she spoke, Concubine Gao suddenly frowned and said, "What do you think the officials mean, am I that fierce in the eyes of you father and son?"
"What's going on?" Emperor Liu quickly changed his words: "Even if it's a tigress, I love her very much!"
These words made Concubine Gao even more annoyed, but sensing Emperor Liu's joking tone, she was not a messy person. She moved her body to let Emperor Liu lie down more comfortably, and said with concern: "Are you going to let Liu Xi do anything?"
Job?"
"Don't worry, I won't let him raise horses again..." Emperor Liu closed his eyes and said leisurely: "We have to find a position for him to temper his temperament. Isn't he lazy? Don't give him a chance.
Keep him busy!"
The two emperors and concubines chatted, but the ambiguous atmosphere did not continue to increase. They were an old couple. Emperor Liu had no intention of having a car accident, and just chatted with Concubine Gao. This was also very important to Concubine Gao.
It’s rare, so there’s nothing to be dissatisfied about.
"To report to the officials, Luodu has arranged to report that we have arrived at Gaoping. Do you want to stop and rest?" Zhang Dejun, the envoy of the imperial city, came to ask for instructions.
Emperor Liu was really used to Zhang Dejun. He took him with him wherever he went. During the camp, he served with Yantuo in front of the emperor.
Upon hearing this, Emperor Liu did not hesitate at all and directly gave instructions: "Instruct Luo Yanxuan to cross Gaoping and go north to camp at the foot of Yangtou Mountain!"
"yes!"
Luo Yanxuan, the Marquis of Jingyang, was responsible for the deployment of this camp. As one of the important generals who surrendered to Emperor Liu in the early days, after the founding of the People's Republic of China, he served as the imperial guard internally and led the border troops to guard the outside. He also experienced large and small wars and had many achievements. He was both decisive and decisive. A general who was measured and well-respected by Emperor Liu.
"Officials who pass through the county town but don't enter will not be welcomed, or are they worried about disturbing the place?" asked Concubine Gao.
"There are reasons for this!" Emperor Liu replied, but he shook his head: "Fortunately for the emperor, it is impossible for tens of thousands of people to fight without disturbing the place. The reason why they came to Sheep Head The mountain is still to remember the beginning.
In the year of the founding of the People's Republic of China, I led the Longqi Army to the south, captured Luzhou, gathered heroes, and directed my troops towards Zezhou. When I continued to go south, I encountered a strong enemy. Yelu Deguang sent Geng Chongmei to lead thousands of troops northward. At that time, the battle broke out at Yangtou Mountain. One line.
It was the first tough battle I encountered since I took charge of the army. Although it was not a large scale, it was indeed the beginning of a real rise. It is still fresh in my memory. Without the complete victory of that battle, which united the soldiers' hearts and boosted their morale, I am afraid that I would not have the courage later. Raising troops eastward from Taihang, let alone pursuing the Khitan army alone..."
"In this way, it is indeed very meaningful and worthy of commemoration!" After hearing Emperor Liu talk about this past event, Concubine Gao naturally followed up.
"I wonder if the battlefield at that time is still there today, and the place where the general's body was buried is still used as a memorial..." Emperor Liu said.