In the middle of the night, loud cries came from Houde Hall.
There was a fire in the hall, and Liu Chang was pacing back and forth in the hall while holding the little guy in his arms with a look of helplessness. When he started walking like this, the little guy stopped crying and slept soundly. Liu Chang yawned and looked at
The little guy in his arms gradually fell asleep, and he tiptoed into the inner room. He just secretly put the little guy on the bed, but the little guy just felt something was wrong and immediately started crying again.
"Okay, okay, I won't let it go! I won't let it go!!"
Liu Chang shouted, and continued walking outside with the little guy in his arms, muttering: "Can't Shu just give birth to a child that won't cry like others?"
"Jian, Xiang and the others don't cry. You're the only one crying here every day...Oh, stop crying, stop crying..."
"Can I beg you? Stop crying!!"
"I'm going to beat you if you cry again?"
"OK OK...."
Under the night, Liu Chang wandered back and forth, coaxing in a low voice, and the little guy fell asleep again.
The next day, when Cao Shu woke up, Liu Chang was standing not far away, holding the little guy in his arms. His eyes were bloodshot, but there was a slight smile on his face. Cao Shu was stunned and hurriedly went up
Before that, he took the child from his hand and said, "Your Majesty, you didn't sleep all night? Are you crying?"
"I'm not crying... Do you want to sleep a little longer?"
"Hey, Your Majesty, you can ask your attendant to hold you."
"Why should my son be carried by a servant?"
"When I was away, you were always taking care of me. Now that I am back, you should sleep more and leave the child to me."
Cao Shu looked at Liu Chang with some distress and said, "Your Majesty, please go and sleep for a while first."
After Liu Chang had eaten, he lay weakly on the bed and fell into a deep sleep.
Until noon, Liu Chang vaguely felt something sticking to his face. He slowly opened his eyes and saw a meat ball. Well, it was An crawling on him. At this moment, his legs were on
Liu Chang's face kept kicking, and Liu Chang laughed, grabbed the little guy, stood up, put the little guy in his arms, and got off the bed.
While Cao Shu was busy, Liu Chang held the child in his arms and swaggered out of the house, aiming for Jiaofang Hall.
"Mom~~~"
When Liu Chang walked into the Jiaofang Hall, Queen Lu seemed to be waiting for him. Seeing him holding the child with one hand, Queen Lu frowned and cursed: "Two hands!"
"oh."
"Bring it over."
Empress Lu took the child, put it in her arms, and comforted him gently. Liu Chang looked at him enviously, "Mom, can you take my place after he lies down? You haven't stroked my back for a long time.
, coax me to sleep..."
Empress Lu rolled her eyes at him, "Aren't you afraid of embarrassment?"
"What's so shameful about this? I haven't even been crowned yet!"
Empress Lu ignored him and just coaxed her grandson in her arms. Liu Chang felt that his position was not guaranteed... He sat helplessly in front of Empress Lu and asked his attendants to bring him food, and then he ate heartily.
While eating, he said: "This Zhuzi is really noisy. It was noisy all night last night..."
"Oh, that's really like my father."
"Huh?? I never cry!!"
"You are the one who cries the most."
"Mom, when do you think he can go out with me?"
"What do you want to take him to do? To sneak around?!"
"Well... I am a wise king. How can I do such a thing? I just want to take him to study or something."
After finishing the meal, Liu Chang looked at Empress Lu, who was all thinking about her grandson, with a dazed look in her eyes.
"Mom...time flies by so fast...I've become a father...I never thought about it, it's too fast, too fast."
"What you should be thinking about now is what to do with Cao Shu...what to do with Liu An?"
"You have a child before you get married to Cao Shu... Have you ever thought about what An will do when he grows up? Will he be considered a legitimate eldest son? Or a concubine?"
Liu Chang frowned and said seriously: "Since my mother has given the order, just marry him... As for An, even if he is the eldest son, from now on, he will be my prince of the Tang Dynasty. I must teach him well and let him become a
A qualified successor...he must be better than a mere mediocre person!"
Queen Lu shook her head and said, "You can handle these things yourself."
Liu Chang then asked: "How do you plan to treat Zhao Tuo?"
Speaking of Zhao Tuo, Queen Lu's face became very ugly.
"This guy is talking nonsense and alienating the kings. His crime is punishable by death."
"Ji Bu's speed is really fast."
Liu Chang sighed with emotion, and then said: "Mom, Zhao Tuo cannot be killed."
Queen Lu looked at him coldly but said nothing.
"Before Zhao Tuo left, he had already settled his affairs. Killing him would not help. Instead, it would make the other foreigners who were watching not dare to come and join him. I am going to take back many foreign kings for my own use, and together we will attack the Xiongnu.
, at this time, it is not appropriate to kill the foreign king who comes to see you."
"Then what do you think we should do?"
"That's what I think... As for Zhao Tuo, we will reward him to appease the foreign kings, but we will not lift the ban on South Vietnam. We will give great rewards to the tribes of South Vietnam to win over their people and divide their tribes.
If you want to obtain supplies, let these tribes personally bring merchants to the Han Dynasty and get rewards from the Han Dynasty."
"I think we can let the fourth brother take charge of the Wu Kingdom and the sixth brother go to South Korea."
"Fourth brother has talent, let him deal with the barbarians in the south..."
Liu Chang talked about his thoughts, and Empress Lu listened carefully, "Let Heng be the King of Wu..." Empress Lu thought deeply and said, "Zhao Tuo will arrange it in Chang'an first, and other things will be done later."
Slow down."
Liu Chang did not say anything more about this matter. He added: "Mom... there is one more thing. I went to many places this time. Many officials heard that I was coming and came to visit them one after another. They did their best to flatter me.
During the conversation with them, I discovered that there are many things that officials in various places oppress the people for the sake of political performance."
"Ever since my mother began to vigorously promote officials in various countries, these people have abused their people's power in order to obtain political achievements. In winter, there are even officials who are forcing people to build roads...taking this as their own political achievements. If this continues, the world
I don’t know how many more Chen Sheng and Wu Guang will appear, but the main reason is that the supervision of them is not enough... I think it is necessary to arrange an angel in each place to be responsible for supervising the local area."
"If the censor cannot suppress the local officials, he can set up another position. He will not interfere in government affairs, but he can supervise many officials including the county governor and report their actions to the temple at all times."
Empress Lu was thoughtful and said, "Okay, I will handle this matter."
Queen Lu raised her head, looked at the son in front of her who was strong and gradually gained the majesty of a king, and said with emotion: "Chief, you have finally grown up."
"Hahaha, that's natural!"
Liu Chang grinned stupidly.
Liu Chang could no longer lie in his mother's arms. He couldn't lie down at all. Even if he could lie down, he would probably hurt his mother... Therefore, now his mother's arms belong to Liu An. Empress Lu
He loved this "concubine" grandson who had no status and loved him very much, even more than his biological son Changsun Xiang.
Maybe it was because of Aiwujiwu, or maybe it was because Liu An did accompany her when Liu Chang was away. Anyway, when Empress Lu coaxed Liu An to sleep, a certain king felt very sad, and his family status was reduced.
one.
When Liu Chang took the little guy back to Houde Hall, Cao Shu was waiting for him.
Liu Chang pondered for a moment and said: "Someday, I will take you to worship Duke Cao."
A trace of sadness flashed in Cao Shu's eyes, and she said: "Okay... Actually, after my father learned about my situation, he was very happy. He called his brother over, scolded him, and asked him why he couldn't follow his sister-in-law.
Learn from it... He always wanted to see my child... but... he couldn't see it."
"He fought everywhere and suffered too many injuries. He endured the pain...until he died, he never cried out in pain."
Liu Chang lowered his head. What Cao Shu said was true. Cao Shen, who was second in merit in founding the Han Dynasty, had fought too many battles in his life. Likewise, he had suffered many injuries. There were almost no intact parts of his body. He was covered in bruises.
It is not easy for him to survive the shocking scars until now.
Naturally, Liu Chang didn't know that Cao Shen in history, tortured by illness, left with him after just a few years of supporting the new emperor. But he persists to this day, probably because of Liu Chang, a "rebel."
”, which made him unable to leave at ease and persisted in fighting to the end.
"Then did he say anything?"
"Before my father died... I told the king... that the king must take off Mao Dun's head and come to worship him."
"He said that he had defeated countless enemies in his life, but he could not defeat the powerful enemy of the Xiongnu... Only when he saw the head of Mao Dun could he rest in peace."
Liu Chang took a deep breath, stretched out his hand, and said solemnly: "I, Liu Chang, swear to God that I will cut off Mao Dun's head to worship my father-in-law! If I can't do it, I will die without a burial place!"
!”
Cao Shu was shocked and was about to say something, but Liu Chang frowned and reprimanded: "This is an agreement between men, you don't need to say more!"
Cao Shu lowered her head, "Wei."
After Liu Chang swore, his face softened slightly and he asked with a smile: "Shu... look, can I take An out to meet my brothers?"
"Your Majesty, it's so cold outside. An is still young and can't go out."
"Forehead..."
Liu Chang was a little frustrated. He had a son but couldn't show it off to others. So what's the use of having a son?
Cao Shu blinked and said, "Although An can't go out, the king can invite friends to the Houde Hall."
"Hahaha! Yes!!"
Liu Chang laughed, "You don't know, even Zhou Shengzhi doesn't have a son yet! He has been married for so long! Hahaha!"
Liu Chang immediately called his attendant Zhang Qing and asked him to invite his family members and friends to come to the Houde Hall for a banquet.
The first ones to arrive were those Sheren, Zhao Gong, Ji Bu, Luan Bu, Jia Yi, Zhang Buyi, and Chao Cuo. Unknowingly, Liu Chang's Sheren group continued to grow, and it was these Sheren who
None of them are very reliable, and there are all kinds of things. The people arrived at Houde Hall and hurriedly paid homage to Liu Chang.
Liu Chang smiled, helped them up, and made them sit down again.
"Mr. Zhao, long time no see. Are you okay?"
"Your Majesty, I admire the great blessings of your Majesty, and my ministers are strong and strong!"
Zhao Ping smiled and replied. The old man seemed to be in a good mood. He looked around and asked, "Where is An?"
The host looked at him in surprise, who is this An?
Liu Chang smiled and said: "Still sleeping, I'll take him out later!"
Others didn't know, but Zhao Ping did. Liu Chang introduced Chao Cuo, a new member of the family, to him. Zhao Ping smiled and met him. Chao Cuo had a straight face, but he also returned the favor. Zhang Buyu joined Zhao Cuo.
Next to Ping, he asked: "Who is An?"
Zhao Ping snorted coldly and asked, "How did you come back alive?"
"You old man is not dead, how could I die?!"
Liu Chang looked at Ji Bu and said, "Queen Mother, you are so quick to take action... I just came back last night, and I have already informed the Queen Mother of the situation in detail... You are so loyal, I should give you a toast!"
"
Ji Bu ignored Liu Chang's sarcasm and asked calmly: "If I don't say anything, how can the king speak?"
Zhang Buji was furious and was about to curse when Chao Cuo, who was standing by him, cursed: "As a human minister, how can you make decisions for the king?! You traitor! Your Majesty, drive him out!"
Zhao Ping was stunned, his eyes widened, he looked at Chao Cuo in front of him, pointed at him with trembling hands, and was about to speak, but Jia Yi on the side cursed: "Even if there is a punishment, that is what the king should think about, with someone like you
What does it have to do with being a traitor?!"
The two immediately started quarreling.
Zhao Ping was stunned and looked at Zhang Buyi beside him.
For some reason, Zhao Ping suddenly felt that Zhang Buyi was actually pretty good.
At this moment, the wise men arrived.
Zhou Shengzhi led the sages in. They smiled wantonly and did not feel restrained in the palace. They came to meet the king one after another, hugged him, and treated the king as their own relatives. This scene made Chao Cuo very
He was so angry that if Luan Bu hadn't held him back, he would have scolded these little people who have no regard for kings.
"Shengzhi? I thought you couldn't come!"
Liu Chang said in surprise.
Zhou Shengzhi said with a smile: "I went to ask for leave from the captain, and the captain asked me what was going on. I said that the King of Tang had summoned me...the captain invited me out directly, and even lent me a car, asking me to come over quickly!
"
"Hahaha, the king is so famous, who can disrespect him?"
The sages laughed and started talking among themselves.
"Your Majesty, we haven't eaten sheep for a long time..."
"Ahem, it's okay. When the banquet is over, I will go see my uncle and then return to Prince Tang's Mansion!"
Everyone laughed, and the attendants brought food. Everyone ate and drank. At this moment, Liu Chang suddenly looked at Zhang Qing and whispered: "Bring An out!"
Zhang Qing hurriedly walked out. After a while, he came back with a little baby and handed it to Liu Chang. Liu Chang took the child carefully and looked at everyone. At this moment, everyone was shocked and looked at Liu Chang.
Liu Chang and the child in his arms, but Liu Chang said with a smile: "No problem, you continue to eat and play!"
"Your Majesty...your Majesty...is this?"
"Oh, this is my son, his name is Liu An!"
"Pfft~~"
Zhou Shengzhi spat out all the wine in his mouth. Lu Lu looked at Liu Chang blankly and didn't notice that he was sprayed all over.
Houde Hall suddenly fell silent.
After a moment of silence, the sages rushed to Liu Chang's side, "The king's son?!"
"When did your Majesty have a son?"
"let me see!"
"Call Father Zhong!"
"You stepped on me!"
"You are not a close relative, get away!"
Everyone gathered around Liu Chang, who proudly held the little guy in his arms, "Hahaha, no need to make a fuss, it's just a child! You will have it too!"
Lu Lu asked hurriedly: "Your Majesty, who is his mother?"
"Ahem, Cao Shu."
"Oh~~~"
Everyone suddenly understood and looked at the king with a smile, "Then the king is really awesome. He only had a child after being alone once?"
"What do you know! There are only a few but a strong one!"
Liu Chang smiled, and everyone came to hug the child. Liu An, who kissed him, looked disgusted.
"Hahaha, we have Yuko! Your Majesty, let's take him out to play?!"
"Let's wait a few more years..."
Xiahou Zao looked a little worried, and he hurriedly asked: "Your Majesty... This child also has Cao Shen's blood... What should we do if he gets the bad habits of Cao Shen in the future?"
When Liu Chang heard this, he was also a little worried, "Yes... I'm afraid of contracting the bad habits of the Cao family!"
Luan Bu's face twitched and he reminded: "Your Majesty... I don't think you need to worry about this problem."
"Why??"
Looking at Liu Chang who had no self-awareness at all, Luan Bu hesitated for a moment, but still couldn't tell the truth. The king's bad habits were enough for him to learn, and Cao Shen might be better off.
He said: "I heard that many sons are like their fathers."
"Hahaha, then I don't have to worry!"
Liu Chang raised his head and laughed.
It wasn't until Liu An started to cry that Liu Chang asked Zhang Qing to send the little guy back to his mother. He led the sages out of the palace. He first went to see Marquis Jiancheng, although he did not meet Marquis Jiancheng.
I met Zhou Bo, and then I visited Zhou Bo. Although I still didn’t meet Zhou Bo, when I came back, I came back with a full load.
In the Tang Palace, everyone was eating meat, and Liu Chang was finally satisfied.
"I think Jiancheng Hou's family has raised a lot of sheep this year. He is very lucky to raise so many sheep... I can go to his house more and help him more in the future."
Lu Zhong hesitated slightly, looked at the piles of mutton in front of the group of sages, and said: "Your Majesty... If you are so helpful, I guess you won't be able to help after four times... You only helped six at once."
Only, there are only about twenty of them in my family..."
"What's so difficult about this? Wouldn't it be nice if you asked your father to raise a few more sheep?"
Zhou Shengzhi asked rhetorically.
"Let me tell you, you are now a soldier of the Confederate Army. You will be more polite to us in the future, otherwise I will go to the court to sue you now! The soldiers stealing sheep will be enough for you to build a city for thirty years!"
"How about I take you to visit the Southern Army now?"
"Okay, the king has just come back, why are you making a fuss!"
Zhou Yafu said loudly.
Zhou Shengzhi raised his head and patted him on the head, "Adults are talking, little ones, please don't interrupt!"
Everyone ate and drank, played music, sang and danced with swords. Finally, they went out drunkenly, arm-in-arm, and walked majestically on the streets. After a year, the sages finally gathered together.
, when they were walking on the street, the patrolling soldiers finally remembered the fear of being dominated by the wise men.
The crowd sang loudly and walked together on the streets of Chang'an, regardless of the frightened eyes of pedestrians.
Liu Chang really enjoyed this atmosphere.
Because he knows that such time is running out.
Liu Chang was already fourteen when he left Chang'an, but now, a year and a half later, he is almost sixteen.
In any case, he can no longer stay in Chang'an.
It's time for him to leave.
ps: In the past few days, because I was accompanying my grandma while typing, the updates were very slow... My grandma has been paralyzed for three years, and she is too old to withstand surgery and treatment... Two days ago
I don’t eat or drink. To be honest, I have already prepared myself mentally. I finally started to eat today... I breathed a sigh of relief. Lao Lang has not been in good condition these days, but I still insist on writing.