In the Shulan Palace, after a long time, Liu Chengyou was lucky enough to visit the pregnant Concubine Zhou Shu. The "Empress Zhou" was now nearly eight months pregnant, with a round belly. She looked much richer, but her beauty could not be concealed, except for her fair complexion. There is always a little sadness during the visit, and even when the emperor is lucky, there is also a little resentment in the joy.
The old doctor stretched out her hand and exposed her wrist. After checking her pulse carefully, the old doctor stood up and stepped back, bowing her body and reporting to the imperial concubine: "Concubine Shu, her pulse is normal and the fetus is fine. It's just that she is restless and needs to be soothed." , the old minister will prescribe another prescription for anti-fetus..."
"Stand back!" Liu Chengyou waved his hand.
There was less of a hint of dimness in Madam Zhou's beautiful face. However, seeing the lingering melancholy between her brows, Liu Chengyou couldn't help but sigh and stretched out his hand to caress her gently, wanting to soothe her sadness. Average.
Liu Chengyou can also understand his performance. After all, she is a pregnant woman, and her emotions are always unstable. Perhaps because of personal values and the rules of the palace, she does not show too much excitement. But the deep resentment between women in the palace is still a bit... It's pitiable.
I remember that when she first entered the Han Palace, Lady Zhou was still a romantic girl who longed for love. Now her most lively youth has passed away. She has become accustomed to the life in the Han Palace, but after getting used to it, she gradually became numb, just like other concubines. We can expect the emperor to occasionally give us a little favor, and then start the long and lonely waiting again.
Compared with the Queen and several other concubines, Concubine Zhou Shu was not favored. After Liu Chengyou experienced the initial pleasure of "collecting", she was exhausted. What she was good at and what she liked was not What Liu Chengyou was interested in. And Concubine Zhou Shu could hardly have much advantage based on appearance alone. If she wanted to interest the emperor, uniform beauty was simply not enough.
In addition, Liu Chengyou is also a workaholic, leaving little time for the harem. The queens and the others don't have enough time. What about Concubine Zhou Shu, who was taught by her father to keep a low profile and not argue?
At this time, feeling Liu Chengyou's warm touch, the slightly rough touch was very clear, and Mrs. Zhou's pretty face gradually turned red.
Noticing the blush on his face, Liu Chengyou said in a rare emotional tone: "You also heard what the imperial doctor said just now. You are depressed, which is not good for the fetus in your belly. I see that you are depressed, do you have any?" What is difficult to resolve? If you have any difficulties, talk to me. I rarely come here to smile!"
"Thank you for your concern, I have nothing to do with you. I just feel lonely due to the deep winter sun." After hearing the question, Lady Zhou responded softly.
And, taking advantage of the situation, he gently leaned into Liu Chengyou's arms, raised his head, and showed him a smile. But that smile was obviously a little forced.
Gently hugging Mrs. Zhou's plump waist, Liu Chengyou said warmly: "I know that since you were pregnant, I have cared less about you. However, the world is in a critical moment, and the Han Dynasty is getting more and more popular, so I have to I devote most of my energy to military and national affairs. Please forgive me if I feel wronged to you.
Hey, that's all, I will use those high-sounding words to comfort you. Although I am the emperor, I have a lot of worries. The palace is not a place of peace. It is difficult to give you love. I can only try my best to be calm and stable with you. ....”
Liu Chengyou's words were a bit scummy, he didn't even use sweet words, and even completely broke the last remaining thought in Madam Zhou's heart, but he was honest enough.
Leaning in his arms and smelling the emperor's scent, Mrs. Zhou's eyes seemed to be a little misty, but a smile appeared at the corner of her mouth: "When an official is free, he can still think about me. I am already satisfied. How can I ask for more?" ?”
After hearing what she said, Liu Chengyou kissed her forehead and said, "I will come to see you more in the future!"
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With the beauty in his arms, he couldn't do anything else, but he could still find some peace and quiet. Unfortunately, the two couldn't stay together for long. Zhang Dejun was disappointed when he entered the house: "The official family, Zhao Chengzhi in Chongzheng Hall, seems to have something important to report. !”
Hearing this, he frowned and looked at Mrs. Zhou apologetically. After some comfort from the man, the young lady's mood had improved a bit and she smiled softly: "The official family is busy with state affairs, so please return to the palace. If you have urgent matters, don't delay. Got it!"
Liu Chengyou was not pretentious. He patted her shoulder and stood up to leave. After a few steps, he turned around, looked at Mrs. Zhou and said, "I think it's hard for you to express your sadness, which is not good for raising a baby. This Shulan Palace is also a bit deserted." Yes, I have specially asked your mother and sister to come to the palace and spend more time with you, not only for conversation, but also for the convenience of taking care of you!"
Feeling the emperor's care, Mrs. Zhou finally showed her face and seemed to be in better spirits. She smiled and said, "Thank you, official!"
After Liu Chengyou left, the beauty's pale jade lips pursed slightly, she was a little lost in thought. She slowly lowered her hand to her bulging belly and stroked it carefully. A smile gradually appeared at the corner of her mouth, and she looked much more calm. No matter what, , it is always a good thing to be pregnant, no matter whether it is a man or a woman, you will have someone to rely on in the palace from now on, so you will not be so lonely...
On Liu Chengyou's side, he returned to Chongzheng Hall, found Zhao Yao and asked, "What happened? It has been reported to Shulan Hall!"
Zhao Yao looked a little heavy-faced and said respectfully: "Your Majesty, Zizhou has reported that Duke Jing passed away during the mourning period!"
"What!" Liu Chengyou raised his eyebrows and almost stood up. His tone was a little anxious: "What's going on?"
"Jinggong has been overworked in government affairs for many years and has been suffering from chronic health problems. This time when his father died, he hurried back east to take care of the funeral. He was overwhelmed with grief. He was exhausted physically and mentally. Coupled with the cold winter, he finally fell ill!" Zhao Say.
"What are the local officials doing? Jing Fan fell ill, why didn't he seek medical treatment?" Liu Chengyou's tone was filled with anger.
Zhao Huo explained: "Zizhou reported that Jinggong was ill, and a famous doctor was sent urgently, and the magistrate of the state came to visit him personally. However, Jinggong's condition became very serious, and it took a turn for the worse. It was difficult to treat with medicine and stone, and he died within seven days... .”
Hearing what he said, Liu Chengyou couldn't help but close his eyes and took a deep breath. Many complicated thoughts came to his mind. A few days ago, Jing Fan was mentioned, but when he heard the news again, it turned out to be bad news.
There was a little sadness on his face, and Liu Chengyou's low tone was a little unstable: "Why is God so ruthless? I lost a good minister of my country!"
"Your Majesty, my condolences!" Zhao Yao comforted him in a low voice.
After a while, Liu Chengyou raised his finger and said, "Zhao Yao, record it!"
"yes!"
Liu Chengyou lamented and ordered: "Three days after the abolition of the dynasty, he pursued the Duke of Jing Fan in Changshan County, gave him five hundred houses, increased the title of minister, and succeeded him in the title with his eldest son. He went to the Zizhou government and built a temple and a monument in his hometown. To deal with the affairs of the deceased. In addition, he wrote a Shinto inscription in the Hanlin Academy to record his merits and conduct!"
The cold winter wind kept seeping through the gaps in the palace and penetrated into Liu Chengyou's heart, making him feel cold. Hearing the funeral news, Liu Chengyou felt really sad. Unfortunately, many veterans have died over the years, but only It was Jingfan who made him feel this level of sadness.
Even when his father-in-law Gao Xingzhou passed away, he had never been so sentimental. However, what surprised Liu Chengyou was that Jing Fan's death was just the beginning. Since November 2, he has been overwhelmed by the successive funeral reports. .
On November 8, Taiyuan Prefecture reported that Taigu County Duke Zheng Renhui, who was recuperating in his hometown, died of illness.
On November 15, He Ning, the Minister of Rites, died of illness, and his son dedicated his posthumous work "The Collection of Doubtful Prisons".
On November 20, Luoyang reported that Shaanxi Duke Zhao Hui died of illness.
On November 24, Luoyang reported that Kuang Yi, the Duke of Jing State, died of illness.
On December 3, Luoyang reported that Liu Ci, the Duke of Guangping County, died of illness.
Funeral reports circulated frequently, and the entire month of November was basically spent in the "abolition of the dynasty" and the posthumous blessings of Liu Chengyou. Even if it were not for these veteran heroes and there were previous signs, Liu Chengyou would have doubted whether someone was plotting against his heroes. .These people, all of whom were important figures in the Han Dynasty before returning home, died en masse...
As a result, rumors spread widely, and there was even direct speculation that the emperor wanted to kill the hero. In response to this, Liu Chengyou, who was in a bad mood, directly ordered a rectification operation in Tokyo City.
Wude Division and Kaifeng Prefecture officers came out and arrested more than 200 people. In recent years, the imperial court has relaxed a lot of control over public opinion and speech, causing many people to lose their sense of awe and dare to talk about anything.
But this time, Liu Chengyou rarely acted violently. After screening the people he arrested, but they had malicious speculations and comments, they were all executed for the crime of deceiving the emperor. Suddenly, more than a hundred heads rolled to the ground, making Tokyo The people felt the authoritarianism and darkness of the centralized monarchy.
Compared with Tokyo, the situation in Luoyang was more serious. In order to stop the rumors, Wang Yan, who stayed behind in Xijing, also acted cruelly and killed more than two hundred people. He killed first and then reported it. After that, he was clean... ...