The Imperial City Secretary was still very efficient, but after half a day, he returned to the palace to resume his duties.
As he gets older, it is difficult to get enough sleep, so he wakes up early and gets up early. However, on this day, Emperor Liu rarely slept in and did not get up until three o'clock in the morning.
When Wang Jien arrived at the Chui Gong Hall, Emperor Liu was basking in the sun again in front of the hall, drowsy. However, on the small table next to the recliner, there were some symbolic memorials, all of which were admonitions. The general regulations were basically
It is better to send it to the political hall first to prevent Emperor Liu from "missing things".
"That's all?" After reading Wang Jien's report, Emperor Liu glanced at him and asked, with a little regret in his tone.
Wang Jien's report recorded in detail the reactions of the ministers when Emperor Liu was drunk last night. However, if there were any problems in it, they were only the ministers' concern for Emperor Liu.
People with high status know how to behave. In the current atmosphere of the Han Dynasty, there are really not many people who dare to act wildly and disobey officials. From top to bottom, they are cautious in their words and deeds.
"Don't dare to deceive the officials!" Faced with Emperor Liu's question, Wang Jien hesitated for a moment and whispered. In this matter, he was still cautious and did not dare to add fuel to the fire to avoid backlash.
"The prince and the kings are my princes, and the prime ministers are my subordinates. They can't stay to show their concern, which is a manifestation of their loyalty. Where are the others?" Emperor Liu murmured there.
Wang Jien heard this and thought to himself, the others are also your ministers.
However, the bright sunshine probably brought a lot of warmth and light to Emperor Liu, and the anger in his heart also dissipated a lot. After all, he suppressed his thoughts and did not intend to make a fuss about this matter anymore.
Passing the memorial in his hand to his side, Chong Yantuo ordered: "People care about me, so I can't express my feelings in vain. Everyone on the list recorded above will be rewarded. Each person has ten strings. Please express your feelings a little bit!"
"yes!"
"Stay back!" Emperor Liu glanced at Wang Jien and said calmly.
"Please excuse me, little one!"
Wang Jien left respectfully, and Emperor Liu looked at his back habitually, his eyes calm and even indifferent. Wang Jien was indeed a relatively easy-to-use person, and he had always been a sharp knife in Emperor Liu's hand.
However, in recent years, this person's selfishness has become more and more serious, and he has become more and more enjoyable. He had a close relationship with Zhao Pu in the past. Although Emperor Liu finally let it go, Emperor Liu will always remember this matter.
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Unlike Wude Si, who had gone through several rectifications, although Emperor Liu had made some moves against the Imperial City Division and mixed some sand, he had never made a major war. Now, with the change of Emperor Liu's mentality, it is clear that there are more plans for the Imperial City Division.
Got an idea.
It is impossible to depose, but rectification is also necessary, and the Imperial City Division will not be anything special. But the one who is really going to have the effect, and who bears the brunt of it, is precisely the emperor who single-handedly established the Imperial City Division and has been in office for more than 20 years.
City envoy.
Slowly regaining his composure from his meditation, Emperor Liu smiled lightly, picked up a memorial on the small case and looked through it. To his surprise, it was Kou Zhun's remonstrance.
In the final ranking of the previous palace examination, after comprehensive evaluation, Kou Zhun was ranked second in the palace examination, taking the second place. The top spot was taken away by Hu Dan, a scholar from Bohai.
The reason is also very practical. Hu Dan is older, has a greater reputation, has a richer resume, and is equally outstanding in talent and learning. In comparison, Kou Zhun is too young, and being ranked second is already an exceptional promotion. After all, this is It’s been twenty-three years since I started my business
After the Qionglin Banquet, the people registered in Jinke were quickly arranged. Kou Guanzhen was assigned to the Metropolitan Procuratorate as a "trainee censor". This remonstrance was submitted two days ago. Today It was only discovered by Emperor Liu.
Emperor Liu had some impression of "Kou Laoxi", so he was somewhat curious to see what Kou Zhun, who had just entered the court, said in his first speech to Datian.
After browsing for a while, Emperor Liu's relaxed expression disappeared, and his brows even gradually furrowed. Yan Tuo, who was watching on the side, was frightened. He cursed in his heart, what arrogant Yan Guan said, and angered the official. Home.
"Go and call that Kou Zhun for me!"
Kou Zhun? Yantuo was stunned for a moment, then quickly reacted and said hurriedly: "Yes!"
During the Jiaqing Festival holiday, most of the imperial ministries and departments, except for the necessary personnel who were on duty, were on vacation. However, Jinshi like Kou Zhun, who had just been admitted to the official position, naturally had to perform better and stay in the government office. , study with their senior colleagues. Holidays are a luxury for them.
Of course, the chamberlain sent by Yantuo arrived at the Metropolitan Procuratorate and summoned Kou Zhun, and found him easily. Kou Zhun was not surprised or surprised by Emperor Liu's summons. His face was calm, he straightened his clothes, and followed him into the palace. Those colleagues who entered the Metropolitan Procuratorate at the same time as him were envious and jealous.
For some ministers, meeting Emperor Liu was a terrifying thing, but for these young officials who had not yet been baptized in the big dye vat of the imperial court, it was extremely lucky.
Emperor Liu was well versed in the art of lying down. When Kou Zhun hurriedly arrived in front of the emperor, he was still huddled in the chaise longue, with only a canopy propped up above his head. No matter how beautiful the spring scenery was, he couldn't stand the constant blowing.
"My little minister Kou Zhun, please see your majesty!" Kou Zhun looked at Emperor Liu carefully and bowed respectfully.
This was the first time that Kou Zhun met Emperor Liu. Whether it was the palace examination or the Qionglin banquet, Emperor Liu did not show up. As for the Jiaqing birthday banquet last night, he was not qualified to attend the palace.
Emperor Liu seemed to have woken up and looked at Kou Zhun with sleepy eyes. Perhaps due to the influence of "historical fame", Emperor Liu always felt that although Kou Zhun was young at this time, he already had a resolute temperament. , as if the whole body has edges and corners.
"No courtesy!" After a long time, Emperor Liu spoke.
Perhaps because of his naturally strong psychology, Kou Zhun always remained calm in the face of Emperor Liu's scrutiny, but when he heard the word "no courtesy", Emperor Liu still noticed the slight relaxation of his body.
Picking up the memorial casually, Emperor Liu asked: "With your intelligence, you should know the reason why I summoned you! Is this remonstrance written in your handwriting?"
Kou Zhun's face was serious and he cupped his hands and said: "Yes!"
"You are so high-spirited! You have just entered the official position, and you are already busy making suggestions for the court!" Emperor Liu smiled.
Kou Zhun responded: "I am working hard to serve the country, and I am unwilling to do nothing! Even if someone speaks lightly, I must be loyal and outspoken. I dare not eat the emperor's salary in vain, let alone deceive your majesty!"
"Haha!" Emperor Liu laughed out loud and said: "There are nearly two hundred scholars in this department, but you are the only one who dares to give me advice on the draft. You are indeed extraordinary. I remember that the last one was Wang Yucheng. You are
Are you learning from him?"
Hearing this, Kou Zhun was silent for a moment, and then solemnly responded: "Your Majesty, in terms of academic articles, I am far inferior to Wang Yushi!"
Wang Yucheng has become very famous in academic circles in recent years. When he was "assigned" by Emperor Liu to study at home, he wrote countless articles that reflected social reality and cared about people's livelihood, and thus launched a poetry innovation movement.
Over the years, there have been some achievements.
Because of his upright temperament and his courage to speak out and remonstrate, he offended many people. Although he once annoyed Emperor Liu because he was too staunch, Emperor Liu still wanted to use him. He even arranged for Wang Yucheng to serve as the Imperial Inspector in the Metropolitan Procuratorate.
History, fourth grade title.
Emperor Liu compared Kou Zhun with Wang Yuchen. Considering the current situation of the two of them, he was already exalting Kou Zhun. However, Kou Zhun's words were somewhat meaningful.
Emperor Liu naturally felt it and said softly: "You seem to have only said half a sentence. Your knowledge and articles are not as good as those of Wang Yucheng. It seems that you are full of confidence in other abilities!"
"I dare not be proud, I only wish to fulfill my duties!" Kou Zhun said.
It has to be said that Kou Zhun still brought some freshness to Emperor Liu, but that was all. After a few casual words, Emperor Liu's expression became serious and said: "You mentioned in the memorial that it is difficult for the imperial court to immigrate to the real border.
Someone is trying to resist, but the words are unclear. I am a little curious as to who is holding back the imperial court!"