"Zhao Qing, this Pan You can be regarded as your disciple. This spring, Gyeonggi Province will ask him to come to Beijing to report on his duties in person!" Emperor Liu then coldly told Zhao Pu: "Jiannan Road is an important area. Jiannan Road is stable.
It concerns the entire southwest, so you have to explain it to him at that time. In addition to being vigorous and resolute in doing things, you also need to pay attention to methods and methods!"
Emperor Liu had said this, but Zhao Pu still didn't understand what it meant. He sighed silently for Pan You in his heart. His actions had finally brought bad luck to Emperor Liu.
The responsibility of Jiannan Province is both a great trust and a heavy responsibility. If you do a good job and it is as effective as Gyeonggi Province, then forget about it. If something goes wrong, it will be a new thing and an old thing. The two crimes will be punished at the same time.
When Emperor Liu was magnanimous, he could tolerate hundreds of rivers, but when he was petty, he could hold grudges for a lifetime. Pan You was a smart and capable person, self-denying and dedicated to the public, and he repeatedly went to heaven to hear, but what was passed to Emperor Liu's ears was always nothing.
Good news doesn't make a good impression.
Emperor Liu's principle of employing people has always been to use talents before virtue. In the past, there were countless ministers with bad personal ethics, ranging from prime ministers to prime ministers, but Emperor Liu always used them smoothly.
But like Pan You, who always made Emperor Liu feel awkward. In the Han Dynasty, Pan You was probably the only one. He was also a model of being honest and honest without fear of the powerful. He also came from Jiangnan. Look at Zheng Qi, the deputy envoy of Henan Province.
, What kind of reputation does he have? Obviously, Pan You's own problems are also huge when he is so disgusted by the whole world.
I have to say that this is Emperor Liu. If it were any other emperor, it would be difficult for him to tolerate Pan You's existence for a long time. Although the prince Liu Yang has always been known for being generous and tolerant, in fact, in terms of talent and magnanimity, he is worse than
Emperor Liu was far behind. A large part of Liu Yang's tolerance was influenced by cultural education. The Tao of Confucius and Mencius subtly restrained him.
Zhao Pu silently sighed for Pan You in his heart, but rationally did not speak to him again, so as not to irritate Emperor Liu. He really felt that Emperor Liu was a little sensitive at this time, especially after the fall just now.
After thinking for a while, Zhao Pu asked for instructions again: "Your Majesty, the overall situation of Gyeonggi Province still needs to be maintained, and the achievements of the reform need to be protected. If Pan You resigns, who will succeed him?"
In recent years, the appointment of various Taoist officials in the Han Dynasty has basically been selected, evaluated, and recommended by the Political Affairs Hall and the Ministry of Civil Affairs. After the candidates were drafted, they were then approved by Emperor Liu. Generally speaking, the results of the recommendation were not considered by Liu.
The emperor will not refute it.
But there are four exceptions, which must be approved by Emperor Liu and personally appointed by Emperor Liu. Those are the four provinces of Gyeonggi, Henan, Hebei, and Hedong. This has been throughout Emperor Liu's entire reign, even during the period of decentralization.
Changed.
Obviously, no matter how big the territory of the Han Empire was, in Emperor Liu's mind, the most core ruling area was in these four realms. This was the center, the Central Plains, China.
Zhao Pu knew the reason, so he directly asked for instructions. In this regard, Emperor Liu thought for a moment and said: "Huiguo Gong Song Yanwo! With his familiarity and prestige in Gyeonggi Province, he should be able to suppress the local area and ensure that
Let the tax reform proceed smoothly!"
Zhao Pu nodded, raised his hands and agreed: "Hui Gong is highly virtuous and worthy of the great responsibility! However, I heard that Hui Guo Gong was not feeling well before, so I wonder if he can bear the burden of the political and secular affairs of the capital!"
Emperor Liu frowned slightly, turned his head to look at Liu Yang, and ordered: "I am inconvenient, please go to Huiguo Gong's Mansion to visit your uncle for me, express your condolences, and check his physical condition. If there is no serious condition,
If it’s not in your way, let him take office on another day!”
"yes!"
The original agreement to appoint Pan You to the Gyeonggi Province was inherently accidental. Now that Pan You has made such a move in Yangdi, Emperor Liu has returned to the past rhythm. The selection of the four chief officials of the Central Plains still needs to be done.
Consider "our own people" whenever possible, especially relatives of the emperor and the country.
Song Yanwo, Duke of Huiguo, was obviously one of the emperor's relatives, with both prestige and ability, and at the same time, he was more reassuring to Emperor Liu. In the past thirty years, Song Yanwo did not have any outstanding achievements, but Emperor Liu
Always put him in a key place.
Even if Song Yanwo cannot make the trip, Emperor Liu will most likely choose his successor from among his relatives. Of course, it is basically a foregone conclusion that Song Yanwo will be appointed to Gyeonggi Province again.
Regardless of how Song Yanwo's health was, Emperor Liu opened his mouth and the prince personally came to invite him. There was no room for him to refuse. To put it in extreme terms, he would have to go to Yingchang even if he was carrying the coffin. With this in mind, Song Yanwo realized
Yanwo still exists.
"Zhao Qing retreats, the prince stays!" After explaining the matter, Emperor Liu issued an order to expel Zhao Pu.
When Zhao Pu heard this, he was relieved. Of course, there was nothing strange on his face. He just stood up naturally and bowed his body and saluted: "Your Majesty, take care. I will retire, old minister!"
Only the father and son were left in the palace. After another period of silence, Emperor Liu asked feebly: "Do you know why I agreed to the Zhengshitang's request to unify the royal family's properties under the imperial tax system?"
Faced with this question that had a bit of a school test, Liu Yang thought for a while and analyzed it carefully: "Firstly, public opinion is raging, everyone is paying attention to this matter, and they will take action when the time comes. This shows that dad treats everyone equally, and also
The resentment caused by the tax reform can be slightly appeased to ensure that the reform continues to be promoted in an orderly manner."
Emperor Liu smiled faintly at Liu Yang's answer, and then said: "It's all bullshit!"
Liu Yang never expected that Emperor Liu would give such an evaluation to his answer, with a face full of astonishment. Looking at him, Emperor Liu said with some sadness: "You have twenty-three brothers and sisters, including the emperor's grandson.
There are more than thirty people, and if the clan members are included, the number will double.
The Han Dynasty is only four generations old. The treatment given by the court to the clan is very generous. The money and food provided by the court every year are already quite large. It is still in the early days of the founding of the country. The country is strong and the court has enough money and food resources to support it. However,
What about after the fifth or sixth generation?
The size of the clan will only gradually grow and multiply. If such treatment is maintained, how much will it cost the court to support in the future? You can calculate it yourself!
My intention in doing this is also very simple. I don't want the royal children to end up becoming blood-sucking leechworms that live on the bodies of big men! I have treated my children well enough in the past. This is my love and care. This is understandable.
It is natural for my descendants to enjoy the blessings of the country I have built.
But now, my mind has changed. Fuyin can be given, but it is not unlimited. It was my neglect before. Now, something must change. In the future, not only will it not increase, but on the contrary, if it does not contribute to the country, it will gradually increase.
Generations were reduced, and so were titles. The Han’s title and salary system also needed to be unified, and the royal family was no exception!
I will issue an edict on this matter later, so you can make preparations first!"
Hearing Emperor Liu's explanation, Liu Yang was stunned for a long time, and finally bowed respectfully: "Your Majesty is so public-minded, I admire you very much!"
From the perspective of the country, Emperor Liu's consideration can be said to be well-intentioned. Liu Yang, who has been in power for many years, naturally felt deeply about it. And if Emperor Liu's wishes are followed, then the Han's system of titles and salaries will be further improved.
At least apparent fairness is further guaranteed.
"As for the issue of the majesty of the Tian family that Liu Shu clamored about, it is also nonsense!" Emperor Liu said lightly: "As long as the imperial power is stable, how can all these troubles and thoughts be considered Tao?"
"There is one more thing, I wonder if you understand it!" Emperor Liu continued: "According to the investigation of the Imperial City Department, there are a lot of lands under the name of the Duke of Chu, which were transferred to the Duke of Chu by certain people recently.
his.
My stupid son, I don’t know if he has any idea in his heart, or he is tempted by the interests of the land, and is willing to be used by others, to be the leader!" Mentioning Liu Shu, Emperor Liu showed a sad expression and sighed: "
The feeling of cutting flesh is painful, but cutting your own flesh is even more painful."