In March of late spring in the eleventh year of Kaibao's reign, he did not stay in Yanzhou for long. The next day he announced that he would drive back to Beijing and hurriedly fled Daiyue Town. It may not be as vivid as hiding his face and fluttering his sleeves, but Emperor Liu's self-perception was that he was escaping.
I feel ashamed to meet the Yanzhou elders.
Of course, both the nobles who accompanied him and the subjects who were watching the ceremony were still recalling the first grand ceremony since the founding of the People's Republic of China. Apart from feeling that His Majesty the Emperor's return to Beijing was a bit hasty, they had no other strange feelings.
The bureaucrats at all levels who participated in the ceremony before and after the ceremony also took a breather as the ceremony came to an end. For them, this was a test related to their official career, fame and fortune.
The process was very hard and difficult, but the result was obviously good, at least I didn't encounter any major problems, and my merits, resume, and political achievements were all in my pocket.
And it was quickly fulfilled. On the second day of his journey back to Beijing, Emperor Liu summoned Liu Yang and Zhao Pu. After a simple communication with the two, they decided on the level of work and effort in the process of conferring Zen.
Regarding the rewards given to his subordinates. Although Emperor Liu felt a little guilty and unhappy, the fault did not lie with his officials. He had been busy for so long and he should not be stingy with the rewards he deserved.
Either promotion or salary increase benefited hundreds of bureaucrats. Of course, most people still considered salary, and large-scale promotions and official increases were not acceptable to Emperor Liu.
However, basically all of them have added a glorious touch to their resumes, and have more benefits that are worth paying attention to, which may be reflected again in their future official careers.
Several major officials also had their own merits. Emperor Liu felt Zhao Pu's hard work and added 500 yuan to his salary, which was paid from the Shaofu. Zhang Qixian worked even more hard, because being promoted to Yanzhou Prefecture was a leapfrog promotion, and there was no position in the position.
However, there was no shortage of salary and honors, and Emperor Liu also asked Zhao Pu to prepare special commendations.
It is foreseeable that after Zhang Qixian stays in Yanzhou for a few more years and settles down, he will be given a senior official position at the Taoist level, and the future can be expected.
Of course, keeping Zhang Qixian in Yanzhou also has another purpose, which is to clean up the civil affairs of Yanzhou. There is a problem that cannot be concealed. Even if the court has a large amount of support, in the process of preparing for the enshrinement of Zen, the Yanzhou government does not care about the people's strength or financial resources.
There was excessive consumption of material resources. After the ceremony, Daiyue was left in a mess. Zhang Qixian needed to clean up all this.
This is also a political task. After all, Feng Chan cannot be stained, and Emperor Liu's reputation cannot be damaged.
The rest of the people, including King Yong Liu Chengxun and Palace Commander Yang Ye, who were not very involved in the civil and military affairs, also received varying amounts of rewards.
It can be said that for this ceremony, the imperial court invested a lot of money, starting from the complex and meticulous preparations in the early stage, to the large-scale execution in the mid-term, and finally to the generous rewards at the end.
If we really make a detailed statistics and summary, I am afraid that even five million yuan will not be able to stop the expenditure alone. Of course, there will definitely be a report from the finance department, but I don’t know when Liu will be “awakened” by then.
Emperor, how embarrassing it would be.
Moreover, Emperor Liu already believed that he was granted Zen status for his own selfish desires. Such a situation would have been unimaginable ten years ago.
Even Emperor Liu was imagining that if Wang Pu, Shen Yilun and the others used Feng Chan's expenses to borrow money from him, would they be able to refuse resolutely and resolutely?
In late spring, the land of the Central Plains was full of vitality, and the air began to be filled with a touch of heat. However, this small wave of heat did not last long, and was extinguished by a spring rain, which continued for three consecutive days. The heavy rain delayed the trip back to Beijing and had to make a temporary stop in Jeju.
However, during the past few days when he was stationed in Juye County, Jeju, Emperor Liu also received some good news. For example, the local famine has been smoothly transitioned due to the food relief sent by the court. For this reason, Emperor Liu even approached Zhao Kuangyin in a coquettish manner. I drank a few more glasses of wine to show my happiness.
Yes, during the period of Emperor Liu's enthronement, the Han Dynasty was not entirely prosperous. The country was peaceful and the people were safe. There were more or less famines in the Central Plains, Ji, Song, Bo and other prefectures and counties, which were still the effects of last year's disaster. But, they were After suppressing the situation, the imperial court also actively adjusted grains for relief.
Inside, Emperor Liu was playing chess, well, chess with Jin Wang Liu Xi. He looked serious, frowned slightly, and was thinking hard. He was holding a "rook" in his hand and was hesitant. Obviously, the situation on the chess board was not good.
Zhou Yifei's eyes were like water, and she waited on her side gracefully. Her anxious mood was well hidden, but when she looked up at Liu Xi, her eyes seemed to say: You are such a traitor, and you don't know how to spare me.
Liu Xi seemed to have felt it too. He smiled slightly awkwardly and soon became expressionless. He was also thinking about how to make Emperor Liu, who has recently become more and more addicted to chess, think about it next.
The arrival of the prince relieved Emperor Liu's siege, and he put the chess pieces back to their original positions. Naturally, he rushed to the side and ordered Yantuo: "Write down the end game and continue another day!"
Emperor Liu was not embarrassed, and everyone present obeyed. When he saw Liu Yang, Liu Xi hurriedly got up to pay homage, and Concubine Zhou Ying also paid her respects.
"What's the matter?" He asked to watch. Emperor Liu was serious about Liu Yang's purpose of coming.
With keen eyesight, he captured the situation at the scene. Liu Yang was very cooperative and said, "There are several matters for which I need your opinion!"
"Is there anything else that you and Zhao Pu can't deal with?" Emperor Liu expressed surprise and said, "Tell me about it!"
Liu Yang said: "Just now, the crown prince of Goryeo, Wang Wan, asked to see him. He said that the king of Goryeo, Wang Zhao, wanted to come to Beijing with his own son to pay tribute!"
"Oh?" Emperor Liu became somewhat interested, his eyes revealed a brief thought, and then he smiled softly: "This Wang Zhao has been in office for more than 20 years. In the past many years, whether he was close to the imperial court or alienated, he has lived peacefully on the peninsula. , why are you thinking about moving away and coming to Beijing in person now?"
"According to Wang Min, Wang Zhao admires His Majesty, longs to see the face of heaven, and wants to listen to the emperor's teachings in person!" Liu Yang also smiled softly, seeming to find it interesting.
After thinking for a while, Emperor Liu asked: "How is the chaos in Goryeo?"
Liu Yang replied: "I have inquired, and it is said that after these two years of anxiety, the rebels have long since died. Not long ago, Xu Xi divided the rebels, and the rebels fought among themselves and killed each other. This was decided by the Goryeo officials and soldiers. In Goryeo, Although there are lingering chaos, the overall situation has been decided!"
After listening to what Liu Yang said, Emperor Liu sighed: "This Xu Xi decided to return to the country in the first place, so he made a contribution. The rebellion has been established, which is probably the reason why Wang Zhao came to Beijing, but his purpose is to submit to me.
Or show off your power?"
There was obvious ridicule in Emperor Liu's tone, and Liu Yang said seriously: "Since Goryeo was defeated by the king's army in the eighth year of Kaibao, Goryeo has been in constant turmoil. After these years of internal strife, its vitality has been greatly reduced.
Now that the chaos is over and the country is in a state of exhaustion, Wang Zhao would not have the courage to demonstrate to the court. In view of his son, Wang Zhao still expressed his surrender to the court, hoping to ask for his father's forgiveness and personally
Coming to Beijing also shows your sincerity in the future!
The chaos in Goryeo was largely driven by the imperial court, and the monarchs and ministers of Goryeo knew this very well. If the imperial court did not let go, it would be difficult for them to rest in peace!"
Emperor Liu nodded and agreed with Liu Yang's analysis. Without thinking too much, he waved his hand and said: "The visitor is a guest. Let the Ministry of Rites prepare for the reception. As for the rest, we will wait until Wang Zhao arrives!"
"yes!"
"What else?"
Generally speaking, except for special or major events, Liu Yang will choose to sort out the matters and report them together.
Liu Yangze continued: "In the past two days, Er has received many memorials, all of which stated two things that were beyond the ability of Er and Duke Zhao to decide on their own! First, the officials believed that after the Zen ceremony, the imperial court should grant amnesty to the world and release prisoners.
, to show the mighty grace of heaven!”
"I have stated more than once that I will never grant amnesty!" Upon hearing this, Emperor Liu interrupted him rudely and said forcefully: "Are those criminals who are serving their sentences worthy of mercy from the imperial court? Go and spread the word. If anyone thinks that the prisoners are
If you can't bear the suffering, then ask someone to replace you. If anyone is willing to take the prisoner's place and go to the mines or the frontier to serve his sentence, I will grant it to him!"
Liu Yang was not surprised by Emperor Liu's firm attitude. However, such a reaction still surprised him, and he also had a strange look on his face.
Of course, Emperor Liu's order must still be conveyed faithfully, but it may not be very friendly to those officials who petition for orders.
Emperor Liu was still a little upset and continued: "These people, if they have time to pity those criminals, why don't they care about the good people who are suffering from famine?"
"Yes! I will definitely convey the instructions in place!" Seeing this, Liu Yang immediately expressed his stance, sighing slightly in his heart.
After Emperor Liu's words spread, I am afraid that the voices within the imperial court on certain matters will fall silent again, and those who want to use Emperor Liu's conferment of Zen to dissuade some policies will be disappointed again. And, it is certain that in the future,
As long as Emperor Liu is still in power, no one will speak for the prisoners unless they feel uncomfortable and want to scold them.
"What's one more thing?"
Liu Yang quickly put away his thoughts and reported: "If we follow the precedent, many officials believe that after being granted Zen status, the Yuan Dynasty should be changed to adapt to the new times!"
Regarding this proposal, Emperor Liu did not directly express his position, but fell into serious thinking, and his expression gradually became serious. After thinking for a while, Emperor Liu said leisurely: "Do you still remember the original intention of changing Yuan Kaibao?"
Without waiting for Liu Yang to answer, Emperor Liu said to himself: "To put it bluntly, it is Li Longji's Kaiyuan Tianbao rule that will catch up or even surpass him in the future, and create a prosperous Kaiyuan era for the Han Dynasty. Do you think this goal has been achieved now?
?
Since the end of the Tang Dynasty, the world has been in chaos for hundreds of years. How long did it take for the Han Dynasty to establish a country, and how long did it take for the world to turn from chaos to order? If you don't hold a Zen ceremony, it means that the prosperous age has come and you can enjoy peace!"
"I understand!" After listening to Emperor Liu's words, Liu Yang raised his hands and expressed. Obviously, this proposal to change the Yuan Dynasty was rejected again.