"I have reminded you more than once in the past!" Facing these sons who were obediently listening to classes like students, Emperor Liu calmed down his emotions for a while and said: "What is a prince? The blood of the imperial family, the heaven and the stomach, the imperial court
The pillars of the country, the cornerstone of the country, the mainstay of the country!
I gave you blood, and I also gave you honor, but at the same time, I also gave you responsibilities and obligations! I taught you to practice literature and martial arts from a young age, and cultivated your talents and knowledge. What do I mean? I hope that when you grow up, you can
Use what you have learned to shoulder your responsibilities to the country and the country!
What is the purpose of asking you to read history and learn about the present? Isn’t it asking you to learn lessons from the past, use stories and examples as examples, and avoid making the same mistakes again?
I also know that it is not easy to be a good prince, but this is a test that you must endure, and you must be aware of it. This is the price that must be paid to enjoy the glory of the heavenly family.
Since ancient times, princes, princes, and grandsons have indulged themselves in pleasure and feasting, often at the end of a dynasty! How many years has it been since the founding of the Han Dynasty? I am not dead yet, so what are you doing?"
As Emperor Liu said these words, all the princes' expressions changed drastically. Emperor Liu had already said the words "I'm not dead yet", how dare he not panic.
No one dared to sit any longer. They stood up in unison, ignoring the grass clippings on their robes, and fell to their knees, pressing their foreheads firmly to the ground.
Seeing this formation, even Liu Xin, who was huddled in Emperor Liu's arms, couldn't help but panic. Although he didn't know where the panic came from, and his face was tight, he couldn't help but want to get out of his loving father's arms and give it to him.
He knelt down, but Emperor Liu held him down.
"It's my sons who are unfilial and have disappointed me. Please calm down and take care of yourself!" After being reprimanded, Liu Yang finally spoke, with a look of shame on his face and almost crying.
With the prince taking the lead, other princes and princes also reacted and quickly agreed. No matter what they thought or felt in their hearts, their attitudes must be corrected.
Seeing the princes lying on the ground and listening to their pleas, Emperor Liu stretched out his hand and gently stroked the thin back of the fourteenth son to comfort him. Emperor Liu's expression remained unchanged, but his tone still softened, and he continued: "You guys should ask yourselves.
, how much of the past teachings do you still remember, and how much do you keep in mind, can you feel no regrets?"
"You know this, please punish me!" This time it was Liu Xu who took the initiative.
Emperor Liu did not answer, and his stern eyes passed over them one by one. It took a long time before he regained his composure. He waved his hands and said: "Everyone, get up! I don't need you to kneel down in front of me to apologize. I only hope that you will apologize to me."
It’s enough if you can listen to my words to a certain extent!”
"My father taught me so earnestly, how dare I forget it!" Liu Yang expressed his stance.
"What are you doing on your knees!" Seeing that they were still kneeling and motionless, Emperor Liu's tone suddenly turned cold again. Emperor Liu was so stern now that even asking people to stand up was extremely stressful.
Remaining nervous, the princes stood up hesitantly, waiting for Emperor Liu to continue his lecture. At this time, they did not dare to sit down. Under the scorching sun, although the lake breeze blew and the umbrella shadow blocked everyone's forehead,
Sweating profusely all the time.
Of course, the purpose of Emperor Liu bringing these princes together to lecture was obviously not just to reprimand them. Seeing them hanging their heads, shaking their bodies, and trembling like quails, Emperor Liu did not feel a trace of pride or satisfaction in his heart.
satisfy.
After pondering for a while, he said: "It has been said since ancient times that one is born in sorrow and dies in happiness! In the final analysis, it still makes your life too comfortable!"
"Please teach me, father, and I will definitely correct myself!" Liu Yang said.
Emperor Liu held Liu Xin in his arms, picked up a stack of memorials from the stone table in the pavilion, raised them, and said, "These are the memorials I have received from various sources in recent months!
Needless to say, the Northeast is also the most unstable place around. I think you have heard about the conflict between Shiwei and Jurchen.
In Shanyang and Monan, due to the imperial court's naturalization policy, the tribes in northern Saibei also had a lot of grievances and frequent resistance! As for Longxi, it has never been truly stable for more than ten years, with thieves breeding, horse bandits running rampant, party items, and Tubo!
As for southern Sichuan, Yunnan, central Guizhou, Guangdong, Guangxi, Annan and other places, barbarians are densely populated. In which year did I not receive reports of repeated unrest from the barbarians!
These are the peaceful and prosperous times of He Qing Haiyan that many courtiers talk about!"
"Liu Shu, tell me, what did you gain from these reports?" Emperor Liu asked Liu Shu directly.
Being among the princes and being trained together, Liu Shu was actually not as nervous as he showed. Anyway, no matter how Emperor Liu trains him, he just needs to listen honestly and he won't lose a piece of meat.
However, when faced with Emperor Liu's targeted roll call, Liu Shu's heart suddenly skipped a beat, and he was stunned for a moment, but he did not dare not to speak. After hesitating for a moment, he cupped his hands and said cautiously: "The barbarians have repeatedly rebelled, and the big man is uncertain about surrender.
The borders are not stable and need to be rectified!"
"Ha! If you can express this opinion, it seems that you are not completely out of fun yet!"
There was a smile on Emperor Liu's lips, but Liu Shu never thought it was a compliment, so he just showed a smile that was no better than crying: "My little knowledge makes dad laugh!"
"Why are you laughing but not laughing? Tell me how to deal with this situation and situation?" Emperor Liu asked again.
In this regard, Liu Shu was a little depressed. Why did he ask himself about such a military policy involving border tranquility? Of course, such people did not dare to say it out loud.
After thinking about it, I gave a suggestion that was almost nonsense: "I think the court should rectify the situation and punish those barbarians who disobey the king and destroy the peace of the world!"
"After all these years, the imperial court has never stopped rectifying things!" Emperor Liu said calmly: "But how has it ever gotten a moment of peace?"
"I'm sorry for my stupidity, but please give me some advice!" This kind of conversation made Liu Shu panicked and his face turned red. He simply pretended to be arrogant and ready for you to preach.
Seeing this, Emperor Liu finally let him go and said leisurely: "In recent years, in order to consolidate the borders, from south to north, from west to east, the imperial court has arranged more than 200,000 border troops to guard the border.
However, the construction of the royal road has never been completely realized. In my opinion, the reason for the unrest on all sides is that the imperial court is majestic and moral, and has not been able to spread it.
I have heard a lot about the suffering of the garrison soldiers, and every time I think about it, hundreds of thousands of soldiers and civilians are guarding the border to consolidate the country, but you princes are enjoying the comfort in the capital. Is this appropriate?"
When Emperor Liu said these words, even Liu Shu realized the meaning behind them, hesitated for a moment, and said with a grimace: "Could it be that dad wants your son to go to the defense and level the border?"
Glancing at him, Emperor Liu asked: "I ask you to go to Jingbian to pacify the people and convert the barbarians. Do you have the ability?"
Even with Liu Shu's thick skin, he couldn't help but blush and hesitate. He wanted to refute, but in the end he didn't dare to say it.
Looking at the princes, Emperor Liu said calmly: "However, if I want to polish you, there seems to be no other better way than guarding the border and letting you suffer the humiliation of the border!"
After a pause, Emperor Liu's eyes fell on Liu Xu, Liu Xi, and Liu Fang, and he said forcefully: "You three are all brothers and have experienced a lot of training. You should set an example for all brothers and fulfill your responsibilities.
Let you take the lead in guarding the border! The edict will be issued shortly. Liu Xu will go to the Northeast, Liu Xi will go to Monan, and Liu Fang will go to Hexi! You go back and make preparations. In autumn, everyone will go to their respective posts!"
"As for the others, every one of them should be trained by me in the army!" Emperor Liu said.
"Do you have any objections?" Emperor Liu asked again calmly.
Who dares to have objections to this? However, everyone has different expressions on Emperor Liu's decision, accompanied by various thoughts and considerations.
"Dad, if you want to guard the border, my son is willing to go!" Someone who was more proactive was Wei Wang Liu Min.
Looking at him, Emperor Liu responded: "You? Marry a wife and have children first..."