It was the first day of the first lunar month in the first year of Qianyou. It was a festive day. The people of Tokyo welcomed the new year. Although the common people were poor, they also had new clothes. However, the imperial court banned alcohol and suppressed the city, and there was a lot of fun missing in and outside the city. However,
, it is the New Year after all, and people are looking forward to a new atmosphere.
For the Han Dynasty, when the New Year was ushered in, a new chapter was opened, and the first was the canonization ceremony of the crown prince. Colorful ribbons were hung in the Chongyuan Hall, the court was enacted as a guard of honor, and there were "generals holding the hall" in the four corners and all the people in front of the hall.
The able men and women of the army were dressed in uniform, and all civil and military officials were wearing court uniforms. There were also festivals in various states, officials were marching in, and envoys outside were observing the ceremony...
Everything looks decent, but in fact it is neither fish nor fowl, and it feels like being crowned by a monkey. The rituals and music have been broken for so long, and the "quality" of the Han courtiers is just that. Everyone thinks it is good, and they can just entertain themselves.
The ceremony was presided over by Taichang Qing Zhang Zhao. Although the ceremony was simplified, it still lasted for a long time. Fortunately, everything went smoothly. Then Liu Zhiyuan couldn't resist, and the first court meeting in the first year of Qianyou failed to go smoothly.
It was going on. Liu Zhiyuan's body was really unable to bear it, and he almost endured the crown prince's canonization ceremony. The scene of his trembling body being helped back to the harem by the chamberlain caught the eyes of many people.
For the Han Dynasty, the first day of the new year brought many hidden worries and bad omens, which made many courtiers feel uneasy.
In front of the Long Live Hall, Liu Chengyou and a group of ministers were waiting here. His face was serious, and there was no joy on his face for winning the title of crown prince. The ministers on the side all had worried looks on their faces, and they couldn't help but whisper to Liu Zhiyuan.
worries.
"As ministers and ministers, you should set an example for the courtiers, whispering in front of the palace, looking around, disturbing people's hearts, how unbecoming it is!" Suddenly, Yang Bin stood at the front and scolded the ministers.
Liu Chengyou frowned slightly and glanced sideways at Yang Bin. Seeing that his face was normal and extremely strong, he calmly withdrew his gaze.
However, Yang Bin's scolding made all the ministers worried. Who is not a member of the imperial court, how can you, Yang Bin, be so arrogant?
Su Fengji immediately spoke out and said: "As ministers, we are loyal to the emperor. Officials do not hesitate. We are worried. What's wrong with that?"
Then he glanced around the officials and said in a sarcastic tone: "How can it be inappropriate for someone to be arrogant and yell at His Highness loudly?"
It's a pity that I couldn't get a response. They were all smart and tried to beat Yang Feng. Su Fengji was enough.
"You are so presumptuous!" Yang Bing was furious.
"You are so presumptuous!" Su Fengji glared, cupped his hands towards Liu Chengyou, and stared at Yang Bin: "His Royal Highness the Crown Prince didn't even say anything. Although you, Yang Shuxiang, have a high and powerful position, you don't know the superiority and inferiority of others!"
Su Fengji directly revealed Liu Chengyou's tiger skin, which seemed a bit like a villain. This Su Fengji was a good choice if used to antagonize Yang Bin.
Yang Bin opened his mouth and looked at Liu Chengyou subconsciously. All he could see was his handsome and calm profile.
"You two gentlemen, please stop saying a few words." At this time, Su Yugui stood up and once again reconciled with Xini in front of the good old man.
At this time, Mrs. Li walked out, still wearing her attire. She swept around the front of the hall with a solemn expression, her majesty revealed in her eyes: "Why are you so noisy?"
"I'm waiting for you!" A group of people quickly apologized.
"As ministers, you are responsible for military and state affairs. Please step aside to deal with state affairs and calm people's hearts!" Li ordered calmly.
After saying this, all the ministers looked at each other. Su Fengji took the initiative to step forward, lowered his head and asked respectfully: "Empress, I wonder what the situation of the official holy body is like? I ask for an audience."
"I have a slight illness, nothing serious! The official family needs to rest and recuperate. I am not in the mood to meet with you at the moment. I will listen to the government later." Li said directly: "The official family has an edict. During the period of recuperation, the prince will supervise the country. All the ministers will return to their own homes. It is my duty to assist the prince, maintain the operation of the government, and manage state affairs well!"
"yes!"
"I will do my best to assist His Highness the Crown Prince!"
Li Shi has said so, and the ministers can only retreat, but they dare not force their way in. As for appeasing people's hearts, these courtiers themselves still need to be comforted.
Liu Chengyou was stopped by Mr. Li and stayed. But when he faced his son, Mr. Li's strong spirit faded away, revealing a hint of fatigue and a little worry.
"Mother, father, he..." Liu Chengyou asked softly.
Li Shi showed a forced smile towards Liu Chengyou, stepped forward, gently smoothed the bright yellow Gonglong robe for him, and warned: "Your father is not hesitant. As the prince, he should be good at managing the affairs of the country, and share the worries and solve problems for the king and father." .Nowadays, the country is in a state of flux and public sentiment is uneasy. Please be more conciliatory with your courtiers and don’t be too tough. Things in the world and human relationships are not that simple.”
"As for the official family, I will take care of it, so don't worry too much..."
After listening to Mr. Li's instructions, Liu Chengyou's already calm mood became even calmer. He bowed respectfully to him: "My son, please retire."
"Go for it!"
After Liu Chengyou left, the kind look on Mrs. Li's face softened again. She summoned several chamberlains and her younger brother Li Ye who were waiting in front of the palace, and ordered coldly and solemnly: "Let me know, please tell me about the official's condition." "Anyone who spreads rumors or gossips in the palace will be severely punished!"
"Your Highness!"
Stepping into the Privy Council as a prince gave me a new feeling. After all, he was a semi-king. The attitude of the Privy Council ministers became more and more respectful, especially when they heard that the emperor was ill. They greeted the first court with courtesy. , Liu Chengyou, as usual, just calmly let them return to their duties and do their jobs.
"Is there any latest news coming from Guanzhong?" Liu Chengyou went directly to Guo Wei and asked.
Guo Wei picked up a military report and handed it to Liu Chengyou: "This is the latest battle report. The cold winter is gradually going away. Shu general Li Tinggui came out of Ziwu Valley and led his army to block Ziwu Town for Zhao Kuangzan, which has curbed the enemy's power. However, it is said that the Shu army will not be able to fight this winter. We have stored a large amount of food and equipment in Xingyuan Mansion. This time, I am afraid that I really have the intention of swallowing up Jingzhao and Fengxiang in one gulp!"
"That depends on whether they have the appetite!" Liu Chengyou touched the case and said coldly.
"What's going on over there in Fengxiang?"
After hearing the question, Guo Wei took a breath and his expression became completely serious: "The Shu army, Qin and Feng, are coming from two directions. They are completely in a pincer attack on Fengxiang, but as long as Chencang is defended, the Shu army is not afraid. However, I am afraid that Fengxiang Jiedu will Hou Yi must have his eyes and ears in the capital. Since he knows that the court is suspicious of him, I am afraid that he will be suspicious of him. If he surrenders to Meng and Shu and leads the Shu army into Fengxiang, the situation in Guanzhong will be completely destroyed!"
Regarding these situations, Liu Chengyou had already had some ideas in his mind, but after hearing his words, he still couldn't help but gasped: "It's really a weapon that avoids rats!"
"Fengxiang absolutely cannot afford to make any mistakes!" Liu Chengyou's tone showed no room for doubt.
He got up and walked to a military map hanging in the center of the courtyard. It marked the current situation of the Guanzhong states, including the Shu army's advance route. Liu Chengyou's eyes were fixed on the westernmost region in the Han Dynasty's territory. . Without Qin, Feng, and Jie, it became four states. Fengxiang stood out alone, facing the front of the Shu army, and it really felt like a precarious place.
At this time, in the Great Han Pass, facing the invasion of Meng and Shu, the situation was much more severe than when Cao Wei faced Zhuge Liang's first Northern Expedition. After all, Longxi was already in the enemy's hands, and the Shu army only needed to capture Fengxiang. March east along the Wei River and cooperate with Ziwu's army to attack Jingzhao.
Moreover, the one currently guarding Chencang for the Han Dynasty is not Hao Zhao.
"Your Highness, Hou Yi is a veteran of the imperial dynasty. Although he did something strange out of suspicion, judging from his reactions, it may not be possible to say that he really wants to surrender to Meng Shu." Guo Wei began to say while Liu Chengyou was thinking.
"Privilege Guo just expresses his views directly!" Liu Chengyou still didn't look away from the map.
Guo Wei continued: "If Hou Yi really wanted to surrender, he would have led the Shu army to the east, and he would never have resisted the Shu army before. Moreover, he was already in his sixtieth year, the most powerful official in the country, and he left his hometown. What's the benefit of leaving a big country and going to a small and narrow country like Shu? "After all, it's hard to tolerate a small carp in a hoof." Looking at the root cause, it is still Hou Yi who is wary of the court. He only needs to be comforted by the court and tell him sincerely that he wants to come. And I don’t want to rebel.”
Hearing this, Liu Chengyou sneered and said: "Please surrender to Meng Shu, send your subordinates to the west with military registration and food rolls. This must be a fact! Such behavior is clearly rebellious, and the Privy Council does not need to speak for it."
During this period of time, the focus of the Han court has been on the situation in Guanzhong, especially on the Fengxiang side. The little moves made by Jiedushi Hou Yi have also been reported one after another. Or maybe he deliberately let the court detect it. Carry your own weight.
Hearing what Liu Chengyou said and feeling his tough attitude, Guo Wei sighed in his heart. He was still too young. He handed over his hand and was about to say more. But he saw Liu Chengyou raising his hand: "Even so, I still want to tolerate him. I will report to the official and give him What does the Privy Council think of the iron certificates written in the Dan book, the promotion of officials, and the promotion of titles?"
Hearing this, Guo Wei was stunned. He noticed Liu Chengyou's cold face and couldn't help but said: "Your Highness is broad-minded, I admire you!"
"Gu then arranged for someone to go to Fengxiang and tell Hou Yi that the court was willing to confide in him. It depends on whether he is willing to accept this goodwill!" Liu Chengyou said.
Guo Wei's eyebrows relaxed, but he responded confidently: "As long as Hou Yi is not too stupid, he will naturally know how to choose!"
That look of determination seemed like someone had accepted a bribe.
"Hasn't the matter of sending troops been decided yet?" Liu Chengyou asked.
The dispatch of troops to Guanzhong has been discussed for more than ten days, but the Shu army has not made any substantial attack before, and the Han court's progress is slower.
Guo Wei's face also showed some dissatisfaction: "It is planned to send 5,000 troops from the army directly to the east and west squadrons. However, the choice of the general is still to be discussed."
"There are so many generals in the Guards Department, why can't we find one who can be used? If we delay it any longer, the Shu soldiers will come to Chang'an!" The anger in Liu Chengyou's chest suddenly rose.
In fact, Liu Chengyou also heard about it, and it was because the generals were fighting with each other. Shi Hongzhao wanted to use his man, Yang Bin... Yang Bin actually dared to reach into the Forbidden Army openly and openly!
Facing Liu Chengyou's anger, Guo Wei sighed.
"Tomorrow, we will gather the civil and military forces to recommend generals and be sure to select them!" Liu Chengyou ordered.
After mentioning this matter, with his hands on his waist, Liu Chengyou stared at the Western Frontier for a while, and suddenly said: "Control Shi Kuangyi, the governor of Zhangyi Army, and let him lead the Jingyuan army south to Longzhou to threaten He Jianshe from the flanks. Army, support Fengxiang!"
After hearing this, Guo Wei also studied it and looked at Liu Chengyou: "This is a good idea!"
"According to His Highness's wishes, the Jingyuan army marching south may not only threaten the Shu army!" Guo Wei added.
Liu Chengyou clenched his fists and said coldly: "If there is no strong military force to confront each other, I am afraid that Hou Yi will not be able to be honest with the court."