Not only Emperor Liu, but also the guests at the meeting listened with great interest. Everyone knew that the Han Empire was strong, wealthy and prosperous today, but as for the specific situation, nothing could be more convincing than such a detailed summary statement.
The ministers, especially those headed by Zhao Pu, listened particularly carefully, grinning with smiles on their faces, and their faces were shining. This is understandable. After all, the great Han Dynasty has achieved today's achievements, among which Emperor Liu started his own business.
Their contribution is also due to the efforts of these ministers of the Zhu Kingdom. They are complementary to each other.
Especially in the past ten years, the one who has really been working hard and working hard on state affairs is the prince, but he Zhao Pu. Zhao Pu also knows it very well. When future generations mention the Kaibao rule, in addition to remembering Emperor Liu, they will also remember
After all, he is also a veritable "Prime Minister of Kaibao", while others can only be called "Prime Minister of Kaibao". This is a gap in historical status.
After reciting a thousand words of congratulations, Xue Juzheng was also very tired, and his voice sounded even older in the back. After all, he was an old minister who was almost seventy years old. This kind of "physical work" was really difficult for him.
Seeing Xue Juzheng's face full of exhaustion, Emperor Liu chuckled and said: "It's hard for Xue Qing, thank you for your hard work!"
"Your Majesty's words are serious! It is an honor for me to be appointed as the Minister of Ceremonies!" Xue Juzheng bowed his hands and responded unevenly.
Emperor Liu nodded, glanced sideways at Yantuo who was standing next to him, and said, "Why are you so stunned? Why don't you help Duke Ji to the table!"
"Yes!" Yantuo was stunned, quickly reacted, responded, and hurriedly stepped forward to help Xue Juzheng, who could hardly stand, to lean towards the seats where the princes were sitting.
Seeing the trembling look, Emperor Liu couldn't help but tilt his head and whispered to Dafu: "This Xue Qing is very old. If you insist on showing off your strength, you can't even be persuaded."
Hearing this, Dafu also covered his lips and whispered: "This is not a good thing for Mr. Xue to hear. On this auspicious day, he is also using this to express his loyalty to the official family!"
Emperor Liu smiled, turned to look at Zhao Pu, who was sitting at the head of the ministers, and said in a relaxed tone: "You guys, it's just a birthday, it's so grand, and there are so many new procedures and rituals, look at Mr. Ji, if
Tired him up, let's see how you handle it!"
Emperor Liu hadn't joked with anyone for a long time. When this happened suddenly, no one could react for a moment. The air was silent for a while, which made Emperor Liu a little embarrassed.
Obviously, under the long-term pressure of Emperor Liu, the ministers were inevitably depressed. They usually restrained all their emotions in front of Emperor Liu, for fear of being disrespectful and disrespectful, let alone an occasion like the Long Live Hall.
It was King Liu Xi of the Jin Dynasty who was about to come. Hearing this, he laughed out loud. Laughter is contagious, although many people have not figured out where the laughter lies. Some even think that Emperor Liu is not satisfied and is blaming Zhao Pu.
, However, there were still some smart people who laughed along, and the atmosphere in the hall soon became relaxed and happy.
Zhao Pu stood up with a smile on his face: "Your Majesty, I have thanked Duke Xue for your hard work. I will come to thank you. Today is your Majesty's birthday. Your Majesty does not allow your ministers to send gifts, but I came alone. I feel that the etiquette is not enough, and I feel uneasy."
Zhao Pu acted very calm. As he spoke, he bowed and said, "Your Majesty, Rong Chen, please say a few pleasant words! On behalf of all the ministers and workers in the court, I wish your Majesty a long life and longevity, and I wish the Han Dynasty prosperity. The country is forever solid!"
After Zhao Pu finished speaking, a group of ministers immediately echoed and followed closely. Probably because they felt that Zhao Pu's congratulatory speech was directly in place, others also followed suit, and their voices became unified, almost making the palace beams tremble. This scene seemed like Not celebrating birthdays, but attending court.
Emperor Liu wanted to make the atmosphere more relaxed and harmonious, but it was obviously still difficult. He was an old emperor, and all his officials, old and new, only had respect for him. Even at this Jiaqing Festival celebration, everyone was filled with excitement Underneath the smiling face, there is still a kind of emotion that can be called repressed.
Lu Duoxun was also among the congratulatory crowd. Although the conflict between him and Zhao Pu had long been made public, he had to follow the crowd on such an occasion. He was seated a few seats away from Zhao Pu. When he lowered his head, he stared at Zhao Pu deliberately. Looking at Zhao Pu's back, that look seemed to say: You Zhao Pu, are you trying to coerce the ministers like this? At least you can't represent me, Lu Dosun...
At this time, Emperor Liu was obviously in a very happy mood, and his old face was almost full of smiles. After Zhao Pu, princes, clan relatives, ministries, localities, and representatives of envoys from various countries came to congratulate Emperor Liu.
Until a group of the emperor's grandsons also organized themselves to the foot of Danqi, knelt down together, saluted Emperor Liu and Da Fu, and neatly said the congratulatory messages prepared by the adults. These crisp childish voices also added to the longevity hall. A touch of warmth.
Today, Emperor Liu's grandsons and grandsons, including men and women, number more than 20, and it is rare that they gather together this time. Although they are all half-grown children, the eldest Liu Wenyuan is only fifteen years old, these children and grandchildren The sight of the full hall still made Emperor Liu particularly happy and happy. In his eyes, these children were also the future of the Han Empire.
"Get up!" To his grandchildren, Emperor Liu naturally didn't have to put on airs. He raised his hands to them with a smile, and then said to Liu Xu's eldest son Liu Wenyuan and Liu Xi's eldest son Liu Wenhai: "Wenyuan, you are the oldest, Wenhai, you are the oldest." Since you are familiar with the palace, you can take your younger brothers and sisters to play. You can have a great time, and you don’t have to worry about the etiquette and rules of the palace today!"
"yes!"
The emperor's grandsons ran away happily, and the Long Live Hall suddenly seemed to be much quieter. Of course, the musicians on the side of the hall were still playing soothing music calmly and skillfully.
Probably because of the atmosphere, Emperor Liu stood up slowly and walked slowly to the imperial steps, which were not too high. His movement made the palace really quiet. Everyone lowered their heads subconsciously and did not dare to look casually. Waiting quietly for Emperor Liu to speak.
Emperor Liu looked down from a high position and looked around. Seeing the familiar scene of the ministers bowing their heads, there was not much in his heart, he was just brewing his own emotions.
After a while, he said leisurely: "Here, I first want to thank you all, not because you came to wish me a birthday, but because you have accompanied me all the way here, weathering the wind and rain all the way, and overcoming the thorns and thorns all the way. It is because of you. It was the Prime Minister of the Han Dynasty who made the Han Dynasty's current glory possible. You are all the heroes of the Han Dynasty and the world's heroes.
It has been thirty-two years since I ascended the throne at the age of eighteen, thirty-two years of spring and autumn, and thirty-two years of wind and rain. I still remember that it was in this palace that the late Emperor entrusted me with a huge responsibility at the beginning of my succession to the throne.
, internal and external difficulties, the country was poor and the people were scarce, the situation was extremely difficult. At that time, I was walking on thin ice, forgetting to sleep and eat, and did not dare to slack off, for fear of betraying the trust of the late emperor. Now that I think about it, I feel a lot of emotion.
Fortunately, with the unremitting support of loyal people such as Qing, the Han Dynasty was able to survive and overcome difficulties and obstacles along the way to create the peaceful world it is today.
Thirty-two years is really too long. In the long years, some people have grown old, some have passed away, and the court has also changed its appearance. But in my eyes, there is no distinction between old and new.
There is only the difference between loyalty and treachery.
Some people say that in the Han Empire, one group of people conquered the world, and another group of people ruled the world. This statement is a bit general, but it also has some truth.
However, I will remember the heroes who conquered the world, and I will also never forget the capable ministers who ruled the world. The world will not forget, and Qingshi will not forget!"
Emperor Liu's words were somewhat hypocritical, half from the bottom of his heart and half purely polite. However, the ministers present, especially those distinguished veterans, reacted particularly positively, with faces full of emotion and even tears. If it weren't for
Afraid of interrupting Emperor Liu's speech, I was afraid that I would rush out to show my loyalty to Emperor Liu.
As he spoke, Emperor Liu already had a wine glass in his hand, walked a few steps, and continued: "I was very moved by what Duke Ji announced just now, not because of the praises, but because of the achievements in development and construction of the Han Dynasty listed in it. I listened to
What we arrived at was the prosperous age when the Han Dynasty opened treasures, and what we saw was the well-being of all people in the world. With this, we feel that the hard work of more than thirty years was not in vain.
I once said that it would take fifteen years to bring peace to the world, and fifteen years to rule the world. Now, I can hold my head high and say that my original goal has been achieved.
However, looking back, I am also old. I have lived half a century, and my beard and hair are also half gray. However, although I am old, my ambition is still there. I will continue to walk, and the big man will continue to walk, but I don’t know.
Dear ministers here, do you still have the ambition? Have you not changed your original intention?"
As soon as Emperor Liu said these words, the whole palace was in a stir. The princes, relatives, noble ministers all prostrated themselves, saying that they had lost their ambition and vowed to follow His Majesty to the death...
"I won't say any more. Thousands of words are all in this drink!" Emperor Liu raised his head a little higher, and then drank the wine in the glass very boldly. Of course, if the wine glass was bigger, it would add a bit more heroism.
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Soon, the palace banquet in the name of celebrating the birthday officially began. Inside and outside the Long Live Hall was a high-end stage, which was bright and colorful. Emperor Liu and his ministers were the protagonists of this stage, creating a harmonious and harmonious atmosphere.