"I have learned a lot from reading your "Journey to the West" these past few days. Let's go back and tell me about the Tibetan forces in the Lanshan Hekuo area!" Liu Chengyou felt his scalp itchy under the cool sun. Decisively choosing not to compete with the sun, he said to Lu Duosun.
"yes!"
In an open space in the camp, there was a lot of noise, which attracted Liu Chengyou's attention. He went to check, but it was four princes who took advantage of the time to stay to avoid the sun. They were competing in riding skills there, attracting a group of people to watch. The accompanying officials, chamberlains, concubines, and sergeants gathered together, and they were all willing to join in the fun.
A road was cleared in the open space, marked with flag wood, as a track, leading directly to the outside of the camp. King Yong Liu Chengxun stood aside, rarely letting go of his playfulness and acting as a referee. And the four princes had several immature horses on their laps. , preparing at the starting point, each confidently waiting for the order, Liu Fang also waved his little hand towards the surroundings, causing a burst of cheers.
However, as Liu Chengyou walked over, the atmosphere in the dog days was like a splash of cold water poured over the head. The scene quickly became quiet, and everyone bowed awkwardly.
Seeing this scene, Liu Chengyou said: "It's such a hot day, you are really in a good mood!"
Liu Chengyou's reaction was obviously not angry, which made everyone feel relieved. Liu Chengxun was a little calmer and said with a smile: "It's a boring journey back home, so I'll just take it for fun. Brother Meng and the others asked me to be the referee, and it's hard for me, the emperor's uncle, to refuse." Second brother, you are the emperor immediately, and you also advocate martial arts and military exploits to serve the country. The emperor's nephews also follow your teachings. As the prince, you should set an example and advocate martial arts..."
Under Liu Chengyou's gaze, the sons subconsciously puffed up their chests, as if they were knights undergoing review. They looked at Liu Chengxun. Liu Chengyou chuckled and said, "You are the referee, why don't you issue an order?"
Soon, following Liu Chengxun's order, the surrounding drums were beating loudly, and the four Liu Xu brothers immediately flew away on horseback. The onlookers cheered...
"The four princes are gifted and talented. They are agile and heroic, and they have the charm of His Majesty!" Lu Duoxun, who was standing by, said with a smile.
"I have heard that the people outside the Great Wall are fierce and good at fighting. They can ride sheep at the age of three, shoot rats at the age of five, ride horses at the age of eight, and herd sheep at the age of nine... In this way, their growth is Qualified string control people." Liu Chengyou said calmly: "I let them practice martial arts, not because I want them to become brave warriors, I just want them to strengthen their bodies and combine civil and military skills!"
In just a moment, the four horses came back at a gallop, almost riding abreast. You chased each other, and the cheers around them became more and more enthusiastic. The four horses worked hard, and until the last dozen or so feet, they were still indistinguishable.
Of course, the final winner was the youngest Liu Fang.
"I won! Haha!" Liu Fang's little face was filled with a joyful smile, and he acted openly, driving his little pony to gallop on the road, like a victorious general, enjoying the attention of everyone.
Among the remaining three princes, Liu Xu maintained his eldest brother's demeanor, looking at Liu Fang with a chuckle, and seemed to be happy for his younger brother. Liu Yang was a little unwilling, after all, there was a big difference this time. As for Liu Xi, he was still the same. He looked indifferent and didn't seem to care about winning or losing.
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Driving the horse forward, the four sons dismounted to pay their respects. Liu Fang raised his head and looked at Liu Chengyou. There seemed to be one meaning in his bright eyes: Praise me!
Everyone laughed at that little appearance. He swung his dragon sleeves gently and tucked them behind his waist. Liu Chengyou said gently: "You all performed well. I plan to give you some rewards!"
"Thank you, official!" Hearing this, all the disciples smiled happily.
Liu Fang stepped forward with his calves and asked with a naive smile: "Dad, what do you want to reward us?"
Touching his hand and pinching his little face, Liu Chengyou thought for a while and said, "I'll give it to you and find another teacher!"
As soon as he said this, everyone except Liu Xu showed a little distress. Liu Chengyou glanced at Lu Duoxun beside him and said: "Lu Duoxun, this place is still a thousand miles away from Tokyo. It will take a long time to return to Beijing." In a few days, I will leave four students to you along the way!"
Hearing this, Lu Duoxun was a little stunned, and then responded hesitantly: "Your Majesty, I have little talent and knowledge. How can I be so virtuous and capable as to dare to be the prince's teacher?"
"Why, Lu Langjun, who has always been ambitious, confident and proud, still dare not teach four children?" Liu Chengyou joked.
"My lack of talent and knowledge may delay your highnesses' studies!" Lu Duoxun said with concern.
Seeing his hesitation, Liu Chengyou laughed twice and said: "I will let you be a temporary tutor. On the way back to Beijing, tell them about your experience of traveling westward and what you saw in Hexi. Children all like to listen to stories. You can arrange it nicely.
In addition, I will give you another task. After you return to the court, cooperate with the Xuanwei Department to write a "Hexi Envoy". It should be easy to understand and lifelike. It should be published and released at that time, so that the people all over the world can understand the northwest. Vast homeland!”
"As ordered!" After hearing what the emperor said, Lu Duoxun breathed a sigh of relief and responded respectfully, feeling the burden in his heart instantly lessen.
In the final analysis, his teacher is just a "storyteller" who adds a bit of interest to the princes' journey home, or has the effect of entertaining and educating.
Carefully paying attention to the emperor's unpredictable expression, he couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed in his heart. He just took it seriously, otherwise he wouldn't be so worried about gains and losses. Who doesn't want to be the prince's master, let alone the future? Right now, the improvement in reputation is immeasurable.
However, Lu Duoxun was too young. If the emperor really wanted him to be the teacher of the prince, not to mention others, the old scholar Zhang Zhao who was stranded in Tokyo would dare to "rebel". Although Lu Duoxun was conceited about his talent and learning, he also Not too arrogant, but still somewhat self-aware...
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It was also because he was eager to return home that he started his journey from Huaxian without any troubles and sped up. After staying in Luoyang for a few more days, Xijing under the guard of Wang Yan gave Liu Chengyou a strong sense of order. I feel that during the two years he took office, he rectified many people, but he was not as extreme as Shi Hongzhao and Jingfan during the period. The huge city did not lack vitality.
Industry is becoming more prosperous, business travel is booming, and people's livelihood is becoming more secure. At the same time, Wang Yan has spent great efforts to renovate the city, repair the markets, and improve Luoyang's infrastructure. When Liu Chengyou arrived, projects in progress could still be seen everywhere in the city. Although it was not like A major overhaul like Kaifeng's has caused quite a stir. The key is that the court did not allocate additional money and grain, and it did not tax the people harshly. As for where the money and grain came from, of course it came from merchants, plus part of the tax revenue from the Luoyang area.
During the short stay in Luoyang, Liu Chengyou expressed high praise and encouragement for Wang Yan's political achievements in governing Luoyang. Before leaving, he restored Wang Yan's title to the founding county magistrate, which was his His contribution to the governance of Luo was also the reason why he presented the "Jade Seal of the State".
As a result, Wang Yan was relieved. He was of course unwilling to be demoted because he fought with Wang Jingchong in Jinzhou and surrounded the angels. Now, he was finally restored to the status of a duke. Lusu's growth was second to none. The key is status. and face.
In the early autumn of Kaifeng City, although the climate is still a bit hot, it has become much more comfortable. On the Bian River, boats are coming and going more frequently, the crowds in the streets and markets are getting denser, and the air is faintly filled with the scent of flowers and fruits. , it is intoxicating, and the whole city is full of prosperity.
"I respectfully welcome His Majesty to return to the court!" In front of the imperial city, Prime Minister Li Tao and all his ministers came to pay homage to the palace.
When the emperor returned to the court, Liu Chengyou ordered that the officials did not need to go out of the city to greet him, but the due etiquette should not be abandoned. Under the leadership of Li Tao, the officials simply gathered at the main gate of the imperial city.
"Your Majesty, no courtesy!" Liu Chengyou personally got off the carriage, appeared in front of the ministers, stretched out his hand and said.
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
We hadn’t seen each other for several months, but when we saw each other, we all felt refreshed. Looking at the Kaifeng Palace, Liu Chengyou said with emotion: "I have been on tour in spring, and I can see autumn everywhere when I come back!"
"In the past few months since I have been away, the stable operation of state affairs depends on all the ministers!" Liu Chengyou said, his eyes falling on Li, Fan, Wei, Xue and Guo.
"This is what I should do. I don't dare to take credit!" Li Tao responded.
"Especially Li Qing, who is more than sixty years old, still works tirelessly in government affairs, and has even more gray hair in his hair. It's admirable!" Liu Chengyou said emotionally as he looked at Li Tao.
After saying that, he went back to Luanjia. Li Tao was obviously stunned for a moment when he heard what he said.
"Drive!" As Zhang Dejun sang loudly, the emperor and empress drove slowly into the imperial city.
Li Tao came back to his senses, took his people back to the Yamen, prepared official duties, and waited for the emperor to check. However, the old face couldn't help but look a bit solemn. Of course he remembered his age, he was still less than sixty... .