On the first day of the fifth month, the emperor paid no attention to the dynasty and held the funeral of Emperor Gaozu in Zi Palace.
Liu Zhiyuan's coffin has been in the Long Live Hall for three months. If his body had not been stored in the ice room in the palace, it would have rotted to pieces. However, even if the construction of Ruiling Mausoleum is not extravagant and wasteful, it is still far from completion. No time in sight.
Last time, because the country was impoverished and the people were impoverished, Liu Chengyou "tearfully" halted the Ruiling project in the name of "unfilial piety". Until recently, the country has gradually become more peaceful, and it has restarted again, but not many people have invested in it, and the progress of the project is still sluggish. slow.
Xu Taifu of the Imperial Academy, "Zhou Li", "Yi Li", "Gongyang", and "Gu Liang" did not have printed plates for the four classics. He wanted to gather the academic officials to examine them and make them for engraving and pass them on to the world. These canonical texts were recovered , etiquette, ideological moves, Liu Chengyou absolutely refused to accept the truth, and sent people from the three halls to follow him.
In the third year of Xinhai (the third year of the Lunar New Year), Liu Chengyou appointed Zhao Ying, a scholar of Jixian Palace, as the Minister of Household Affairs. He worked with Ping Zhangshi and entered the Political Affairs Hall to fill Su Fengji's vacancy. Originally, Liu Chengyou wanted to replace Wei Renpu, but because of his insufficient qualifications, To put his mind to rest, let him stay in the Privy Council for the time being. With his ability, he will be able to get ahead sooner or later.
As a result, including Dou Zhengu, Li Tao and Feng Dao, the Han Dynasty had four veterans of the previous dynasty. Zhao Ying was also among the prime ministers during the Later Jin Dynasty. She once wrote the "Book of Tang" and had a gentle personality. , the means are weak and easy to control.
Just like the previous annexation of the Forbidden Army, this was a way to digest the legacy of the Later Jin Dynasty. As the Liu family stayed in the Central Plains longer, they were no longer affected by the influence of the former officials. Of course, in the court, the military, political and financial power was still in the hands of Yang Bing et al. Hedong Yuan was in hand.
On the fifth day of Kuichou (the fifth day of the Lunar New Year), Liu Chengyou moved to the Guangzheng Hall, and extended favors and rewards to Yang Bin, Wang Zhang, Su Yugui, Guo Wei, Shang Hongqian, Li Hongxin, Bai Wenke and other founding officials. They were all granted the title of duke, marquis, and crown. To found the country.
This matter was already on Liu Chengyou's mind when he left Luo and granted Shi Hongzhao the title of Duke of Zheng. This was Liu Chengyou's further win-over to the important civil and military ministers, which reunited the hearts of the people in the court and made Liu Chengyou's throne more stable.
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"Your Majesty, Zhengzhou reported that the floods in Yuanwu have receded!" In the palace, Fan Zhi walked to the imperial court and reported in a serious voice.
Hearing this, Liu Chengyou put down the memorial transferred from the Political Affairs Hall and asked with a sullen face: "What's the loss?"
Fan Zhi's voice was a little suppressed as he replied: "More than three hundred people died, more than half of the original military fields were destroyed, and four thousand people were affected!"
At the end of last month, in Yuanwu County, Zhengzhou, the Yellow River burst and flooded the territory. Faced with this sudden flood, the defense put Jing Fan in a critical moment, so he led the Zhengzhou army and civilians to risk his life by blocking the river in order to contain the disaster and avoid its expansion. You know, the imperial court put a lot of effort into the farming in Zhengzhou. If it were destroyed by floods, it would be a despairing loss...
Fortunately, Jing Fan responded in a timely manner and handled it appropriately, thanks to the dredging of rivers and canals in the territory after he took office. In addition, the scale of this breach was not large, otherwise Jing Fan could not have eliminated it in a hurry. Even if In this way, Yuanwu County's losses were also huge.
"Jing Fan is a worthy official and has made meritorious service, so he should be demoted and commended!" Liu Chengyou said seriously after carefully reading the memorial.
"If Jing Zhengzhou had not dealt with it promptly and properly, Zhengzhou's farmland would have been destroyed!" Fan Zhi also echoed with a look of fear.
After thinking for a while, Liu Chengyou ordered: "Let Jingfan comfort Yuan Wu and properly resettle the people affected by the disaster. Instruct the Third Division to support some money and food from Tokyo. Tell Jingfan to grit his teeth and work with the court to survive this period of time!" "
Liu Chengyou's tone now revealed a strong bitterness.
"In addition, under the command of Zhongshu, we will issue a notice to the counties along the river to inspect the river defense and do a good job in preventing and controlling floods!" After a pause, Liu Chengyou said again.
"yes!"
He sighed helplessly, Liu Chengyou knew that it might not have much effect. This time it was not that the state and county generals ignored the imperial orders, but the river defense matter, which cost money and food and people, but now there is nothing, just relying on A way to make books to control rivers? Liu Chengyou came up with this system just in the hope that local generals would be more vigilant...
"To add insult to injury, it's a troubled year!" Feeling depressed, Liu Chengyou let out a heavy sigh: "When will this world be at peace?"
During this period of time, the overall situation in the Han Dynasty has been relatively stable, with no wars outside and hidden troubles inside. However, man-made disasters cannot be afforded, and natural disasters continue. In the Central Plains, the war breaks out and floods are rampant. There is another drought in Hebei. Wei Bo, Cheng De Bao, there has been no rain in recent months, fearing a bad harvest.
When the house leaks, it rains all night long, which is probably the case. The weather doesn't agree, so I have no choice. Due to the drought in Hebei, the courtiers have advised Liu Chengyou to pray for rain, but Liu Chengyou excuses himself because he is busy with state affairs. It's not because he doesn't believe that, but But if there is still no rain after praying to heaven, wouldn't it further prove that he, the emperor, has "no virtue" and is not protected by God?
The drought in Hebei was reported in Xuzhou. Famine occurred, internal and external supplies were scarce, and 250 people died of starvation. This was still the result of Jiedushi Wu's moral conduct and active policy of saving the people.
Hearing Jun Tan, Fan Zhi's expression became serious. He glanced at the young emperor, who seemed to be carrying a huge burden on his shoulders that were not generous.
Seeing the worried look on his face, Fan Zhi couldn't help but speak out to comfort him, and his tone was passionate: "Since your Majesty came to the throne, you have been diligent and caring for the people, worked hard to govern, and looked after both the government and the public. You can be said to be extremely wise. Having such a wise master is a blessing to the world. Looking from the sky, How can we not be moved by this? Nothing can show our sage unless it is difficult. As long as your majesty remains determined, the country of Han Dynasty will be indestructible!"
Liu Chengyou couldn't help but laugh, looked at Fan Zhi, and said in a teasing tone: "It's rare for you, Fan She, to say such compliments. I'm quite surprised!"
Fan Zhi's face was calm and he responded solemnly: "What I said is from the bottom of my heart!"
Liu Chengyou had no doubts about his calmness. He sighed leisurely: "I also want to say something from the bottom of my heart to you. The country is in a difficult situation and on the road of progress, it is difficult to find a confidant. Fan Zhi, I hope you can become my confidant!"
Fan Zhi was promoted by Liu Chengyou for only three months. Even if he was reused, Liu Chengyou did not believe that he was loyal enough to him. In this era, talking about loyalty between monarchs and ministers did not make much sense. And Liu Chengyou took over. What I plan to do is to restore "loyalty" to people's hearts.
When Fan Zhi sighed to Liu Chengyou, he couldn't hold back his surprise on his solemn face. But he met Liu Chengyou's gaze and slowly raised his hands: "Thank you for your majesty's trust!"
After his consolation, Liu Chengyou's somewhat depressed mood improved. He turned his attention to another memorial submitted by Fan Zhi and asked: "What's the matter with this memorial? What went wrong again?"
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"Ruzhou reported that the bandit rebellion has been calmed down. Liu Ruzhou and the imperial army entered to suppress the bandits in Ruzhou. They killed more than 200 bandits and gained more than 5,000 people!" Fan Zhi replied.
"Finally there is good news..." Liu Chengyou couldn't help but muttered while looking through the memorial.
Fan Zhize narrated in the side: "The Forbidden Army commanded Li Chongjin and Zhang Yongde, and they used both suppression and appeasement. They used appropriate strategies to force the bandits out of the mountains. Liu Ruzhou followed suit, placed them properly, and turned the bandits into civilians!"
"As expected of a rising star in the Forbidden Army!" Liu Chengyou commented in a relaxed tone.
As he spoke, he sighed again: "Since the founding of the Han Dynasty, all Kinki states have found it difficult to govern in Ruzhou. Liu Gong is truly worthy of his great talent. When he is in Zhengzhou, he will rule Zhengzhou, and when he is in Ruzhou, he will govern Ruzhou. He is a truly good minister!"