The governors and kings from all over the country were all heading towards Chang'an. For a time, the entire Han Dynasty was busy, and the roads in various places were unprecedentedly blocked. People often saw many four-horse chariots but five-horse chariots.
The carriage was followed by a large number of knights, and there were soldiers surrounding it. Some people even fought over the issue of order.
The pressure faced by Chang'an is also quite great. When the emperor dies, big figures from all over the country come to pay their respects. When receiving so many people at one time, there must be no mistakes, including the order of their arrival and the place where they settled.
The specifications for enjoying must be carefully researched and arranged. In this era, it is common to kill someone because of a wrong piece of meat. No one should be allowed to feel that they are being looked down upon and humiliated. This is a great challenge to be responsible for this matter.
of officials.
Currently, Han Ying is in charge of the funeral.
This master, who was well versed in poetry and etiquette, and had a very good personal relationship with the Supreme Emperor, recommended Mao Sui to handle this matter. At the same time, several great scholars collaborated with him to handle this matter, including Mao Sui's descendant Mao Sui.
Heng Maochang, as well as the ministers of the DPRK, Jia Yi, Hu Wusheng, etc.
It can be said that in terms of etiquette, the current Confucianism still has an advantage. Huang Lao could have been a leader. However, Sima Ji Zhu was too old, and Wang Gao was exiled due to dereliction of duty. As a result, Huang Lao had no one.
can take on such a heavy responsibility.
Liu Chang returned to his original state, looking carefree. It seemed that the death of his second brother had not affected him at all, but his face was just a little more troubled.
Liu Ying finally followed Liu Chang's idea and was buried in Xiangling. Of course, Liu Ying's last words could not be ignored. Liu Chang was planning to start a large-scale construction project in the Xia Kingdom to build a city in memory of his brother. All the ministers were
I feel a little helpless. But now, it seems that it is not the right time to advise His Majesty. Besides, the Emperor's last words cannot be refuted. The Emperor is also their father, so they can't even object to his last words, right?
Although the officials were reluctant to do so, the edict was passed quickly, and Zhang Buyi immediately began planning to build it in Xia.
And these last words will of course affect the emperor's decision on whether he can enter the temple and his posthumous title.
"Oh, I've heard of you. I'm very virtuous and everyone worships me. Why don't you worship me?"
The ministers breathed a sigh of relief. If Zhang Buyi came forward, they would dare to follow.
"It's okay to use the governor to attack the kings, but you can't hand over such a sharp sword to the local area or the wealthy family."
"Don't forget that the duty of the Yushifu is not to cut down the vassals, but to rectify the administration of officials. When it comes to administration of officials, how can we avoid these county guards?"
Liu Chang murmured several times, "Well, there's no one who doesn't have a good eye, right?"
"Now that there is an assessment law, we have to put an end to the recommendation of county governors, recruit and even prevent them from tampering with the assessment, leaking questions, and falsifying in the assessment. We must curb local governments. First of all, we must not allow them to easily gather talents. Only talents from various places are the core."
Those who attack the Han Dynasty are not enough to shake the foundation of the country."
"As for what you said about the rich families whose disciples and old officials are all over the world. How is this possible? Can such a situation be created by just recommending and conquering?"
If someone else said this to Liu Chang, then Lu Lu would definitely think that this person was laughing at Liu Chang. But if Zhang Buyi said this, then Lu Lu would have nothing to say. This guy must really feel that way.
After Lu Lu left, Liu Chang motioned for Zhang Buyi to sit over. He put his arm around Zhang Buyi's shoulders and said seriously: "I have given you full authority over the construction of tombs in the Xia Kingdom, 伱
Don't waste time, set out today, go to Xia Kingdom, coordinate the manpower from various places, and start construction. It's up to you to decide the location. Anyway, it's good that you understand why this city is built. This is my brother's responsibility.
The last thing you gave me, there can be no mistakes!"
What the hell??
Lu Jia looked at everyone calmly and said seriously: "Emperor Daxing is benevolent, righteous, intelligent, has the virtues of Yao and Shun, and has the talents of Tang and Wu. How is his writing?"
He just looked at everyone calmly and reminded: "Although the vassal states must be weakened, now is the time when the Daxing Emperor dies, and it is not the time to cut down the vassals. The kings will soon arrive in Chang'an. In
During this period of time, please do not be confused and avoid any disputes with these people. If someone accidentally gets caught and the rumors from the past are confirmed, then the entire Yushi Mansion will suffer a great disaster."
Liu Chang and several of his confidants were not afraid to discuss these matters at all, because Liu Chang was very open-minded and these confidants also knew their Majesty.
The ministers immediately fell silent. What should I say? To say that Emperor Daxing was a little unworthy of words? Isn't this giving His Majesty eye drops?
"If you can't deal with the princes and kings, then don't you still have the county guards?"
Chao Cuo spoke in a decent manner, but the other officials just looked at each other.
Tao Qing said with some displeasure: "Should we just do nothing?"
Chao Cuo originally wanted to reprimand him, but held back.
Liu Ying and Liu Chang are basically opposites. Liu Chang's achievements are amazing, but his personal morals are a bit worrying. Liu Ying is outstanding in terms of ethics, but his achievements are a bit worrying.
Zhang Buyi did not participate in their argument, but listened quietly. At the end, they came up with four options, namely Emperor Xiaoren, Emperor Xiaogong, Emperor Xiaohui, and Emperor Xiaode. The choice was here.
Choosing one of the four was not an easy task. The ministers argued endlessly but could not reach a consensus. Zhang Buqi waited for a long time, then found an opportunity to leave here and went directly to Houde Hall.
Liu Bo's plan to go out can only be put on hold temporarily.
"I also followed the example of princes and kings recruiting local celebrities and arranging their official titles at will. When they were asked to recommend useful talents in the temple, they recommended their own relatives. Later, they were not allowed to recommend relatives, so they simply recommended each other. Your Majesty abolished the recommendation law, and they
Start recruiting by yourself, instead of recommending to the temple, just arrange it yourself. What a bad situation this will cause? Isn’t this something that needs to be corrected? No princes or kings dare to be so unscrupulous!"
Chao Cuo couldn't bear it anymore and cursed at Zhang Tang: "Get out!"
As soon as the discussion began, Lu Jia made a shocking statement.
The master's father was shocked, yelled and cursed loudly, and was dragged away by the soldiers.
Liu Ci did not go out to play in recent days. He stayed with his mother all day long. He was not happy because his country got a city. If he had a choice, he would rather not have this city.
Liu Chang suddenly asked: "Lu, what do you think?"
Seeing the two of them starting to worry about the fact that they had too many beautiful names to decide for themselves, Lu Lu's expression was very complicated.
"If the dignified head of a county is reduced to being bullied by powerful men, what use will he have?!"
"Chao Gong!! I am not a person who wants to abolish the official position for personal reasons! It's just that this county governor manages the place for the emperor, which is different from the princes and kings. If you want to deal with them, aren't you dealing with your majesty?!"
"How's the text?"
Emperor Wen??
Zhang Buyi looked at the man, "Who are you?"
"Master father Yan!"
Liu Chang waved towards Lu Lu, very satisfied with his answer.
Tao Qing frowned and did not refute.
"How about Emperor Xiaoren?"
Everyone also understood what Chao Cuo meant and agreed to him.
Chao Cuo did not dare to show any joy or expectation.
Chao Cuo narrowed his eyes, "Who said we won't do anything?"
"The Emperor Daxing is kind and loving to his relatives, how can he not call him filial piety?"
When Chao Cuo walked into the study and started to write, Zhang Tang, who had been listening carefully, finally couldn't help but asked: "Teacher, is what you said true? Just recommendation and recruitment can cause many problems."
Such a situation???"
"I thought that there would be a long debate, and I was afraid that I would be beaten to death over the issue of deciding on a posthumous title. There are too many posthumous titles suitable for His Majesty."
"Your Majesty asked them to govern the place, not to use the county as the country."
Zhang Buyi looked at Lu Jia with a somewhat complicated look at this moment. He knew that this person had a good relationship with His Majesty. He also didn’t know whether this person’s suggestion was prompted by His Majesty or whether he was speaking out of his own heart. Lu Jia was among the ministers.
Here, we can be regarded as a group of people who highly respect the Supreme Emperor. However, no matter whether it is His Majesty’s instruction or his own ideas, no words can be given to Emperor Daxing. This is the number one posthumous title that my Majesty has already reserved, how can it be
How can I give it to others? Although Emperor Daxing is virtuous and knows how to abdicate his throne, his writing is a bit beyond the pale. Who else can be worthy of this writing except my Majesty?
Zhang Buyu shook his head hastily, "Emperor Daxing is virtuous, and there is no criticism or criticism from his ministers."
"Chao Gong, are you going a little too far?"
Zhang Bujie suddenly understood, and then ordered to the soldier beside him: "Put this man in prison and give him twenty lashes! He will be released when I come back."
"If local talents feel that they are not famous, they will come to Taixue to participate in the assessment of Taixue or participate in the assessment of official positions. If the officials cannot manage the place after arriving, then they should resign!!!"
"But the county guards are appointed by the temple, do we still need to restrict them?"
Liu Chang cannot get involved, this matter still has to be decided by the three ministers and nine ministers.
But Liu Chang was not the only one who was prepared.
"No, gentleness and kindness to the people are called Hui, and filial piety benefits the emperor!"
"Respecting the virtuous and giving way to the good is called Gong! It can be called the emperor of filial piety and respect!"
Although this is a rumor, there is still some truth to it. The princes and kings cannot defeat the Three Dukes in Chang'an. If they are in the local area, they can rely on Emperor Tiangao to compete from afar. However, in this city, the Three Dukes can call on dozens of people at will.
The soldiers can catch them.
"I accept my order!!"
"It is just a possibility, but as long as it is possible, no matter how small the possibility is, we must find ways to correct it. Many diseases must be treated when they first appear. Otherwise, when they are deeply rooted and the disease is terminal, it will not be cured.
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When Zhang Buji walked out of Houde Hall, several doctors at the door hurriedly saluted him to say goodbye, but there was only one person who raised his head high and looked at Zhang Buji with disdain.
Chao Cuo said with a straight face, "Everything I said is right. I won't say anything wrong."
"You are really flattering a villain and don't know your loyalty! Your Majesty has lost his dearest relative. Your Majesty did not come to see you, but you have to wait until now. How can you deserve your Majesty's love?!"
"Chao Gong has always said that he would sacrifice his life for the sake of the world. Why are you so afraid now?"
Tao Qing asked hurriedly, Chao Cuo glanced at him, "I forgot, Tao Jun's family is related to many county guards."
"We haven't discussed it yet. We talked about Xiaoren, Xiaogong, Xiaohui, and Xiaode. I probably have to choose one of these four."
The little princess was sent to the Taiwei, and Liu Chang did not want the little princess to see too much.
The officials who were still reciting the words they had prepared in their hearts and preparing to shine in this decision were suddenly stunned.
Chao Cuo was very disdainful and said, "Just go ahead and submit a letter. Your Majesty will know what is right and what is wrong!"
"Okay, you go ahead and do your work. Don't forget what I told you!"
"I see."
Tao Qing didn't know how to describe it. He pondered for a long time before adding: "Too cautious? In the past, all countries used the method of recommendation to prevent famous scholars and talents from being dusted, and the recruitment of officials was not a matter for the dynasty.
Yes, if you want to abolish these, how can the local talents be famous in the temple? When officials arrive in the local area, how can they govern the local area without their own power? Are they going to be ignored by the local powerful??"
When Zhang Buyi walked into the Houde Hall, Liu Chang was explaining something to Lu Lu. When he saw Zhang Buyi walking in, he hurriedly asked: "How? What word did you mention?"
For Liu Ying's concubines, Liu Chang did not choose to drive them out, but gave them a choice. If they were willing to go home, they could be sent back to their hometown. Of course, if they were willing to stay, they could continue to stay in their palace.
Within the family, many of Liu Ying's descendants have also been granted titles. Except for Liu Xiang, the legitimate son who has already been crowned king, Liu Ying actually has another legitimate son who is also born to Cao Cao, named Liu Chao. He is still young, and Liu
The chief made him the king of Zhangye and granted him Zhangye County in Hexi Province.
It can be regarded as being sealed to his brother's side.
Zhang Bujie suddenly said: "Although Emperor Daxing is virtuous, his time in power is very short. Perhaps there is a more suitable posthumous title."
And this is also a good opportunity to increase your prestige.
"In the future, among wealthy families, it is inevitable that disciples and old officials will spread all over the world, and the world will respond to your call."
The rumor last time was that Chao Cuo hoped that the Supreme Emperor would die so that he could summon all the princes and kings in the world and kill them all.
"The princes and kings must restrict, and the county guards must also restrict them. Some county guards, in their own counties, are just like princes and kings. They regard the county as the country and arrange their cronies at will. Is it possible that the only ones who can endanger the temple are the princes?
King?"
Zhang Tang was about to ask again, but a servant came in and said to Zhang Tang with a wry smile: "King Xia has come to see you again and refuses to leave."
The internal meeting of the Censor's Mansion broke up unhappy in the end.
Seeing Zhang Buyu's firmness, Lu Jia sighed and was speechless.
The sad atmosphere in the palace made Liu Ci, who was always lively and lively, become much more well-behaved.
Zhang Tang walked out of the house unhappy, and Liu Ci grabbed his hand, pulled him aside, and asked in a low voice: "Everyone in the government and the public said that when the kings come this time, Chao Cuo will give them a cruel blow."
Yes, I know you often accompany Chao Cuo, but do you know how he plans to deal with us princes and kings?"
"Emperor Daxing is a generous man and acts with benevolence. What about the Emperor Ren?"
Tao Qing pursed his lips, "I cannot agree to this matter. I will definitely write a letter to Your Majesty!"
"Oh, deal with His Majesty?"
In the Censor's Mansion, everyone sat down and looked at Chao Cuo quietly.
"The governors and kings from all over the world are coming, and all the mansions are preparing. We, the Censor's Mansion, usually shout the loudest if we want to complete our ideas, but now we are doing nothing. We will inevitably be ridiculed by the villains.
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Since Liu Chang ascended the throne, no county guards and kings from all over the country have come to Chang'an together. Liu Chang has also made preparations in advance and will take advantage of this opportunity to gather everyone to implement something he has wanted to do for a long time.
things, learn about the situation in some places, and meet people who haven’t seen each other for a long time.
Sure enough, after being stabbed in the back, Chao Cuo became more cautious, at least he would not act recklessly.
Zhang Buyi frowned and said with some worry: "Your Majesty is right. This is the truth. All the beautiful titles are not enough to describe Your Majesty. When the time comes, I really don't know how to make a decision."
Chao Cuo lamented: "The power of local governors is too great, especially the method of recommending conquests in the pre-Qin Dynasty. Today, something new has emerged. These people who are recommended and conscripted think that they are the other party's retainers.
They claim to be disciples and former officials, but they are actually disciples of the past. They do not regard themselves as ministers of the Han Dynasty, but first as ministers who recommend and recruit people, and then as ministers of His Majesty. This example has only just been born, but if they sit back and ignore it, it will grow rapidly. "
Liu Chang was quite satisfied, "These four posthumous titles are not bad. My brother has always been virtuous. The ministers couldn't decide for a while. Even if the discussion lasted three days and three nights, it was normal. But I don't know how to judge based on my virtue."
When deciding on a posthumous title for me, the ministers would have to discuss it for how many days. I'm afraid all the good posthumous titles could be used on me! It's hard to decide!"
The ministers immediately began to argue. Considering Liu Ying's character, it was obviously unlikely that he would be given a bad or fair title. If he wanted to be given a posthumous title, he would be given a good one. But what can Liu Ying say? In terms of achievements, it is not obvious.
What is praised is his kindness, filial piety, humility, generosity and other characters, and there are so many posthumous titles that echo these, which makes everyone argue endlessly. The ministers still attach great importance to this link, because it is the only one they can comment on their own king.
When the time comes, he will not be questioned and can freely tell the emperor's strengths and weaknesses.
The two discussed the matter of building the city again, and after talking for a while, Zhang Buyu stood up and said, "I will set off today. While I am away from Chang'an, please take care of yourself and don't be so busy anymore.
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At this moment, Zhang Tang really wanted to scare Liu Ci and tell him something cruel so that he would not dare to go out for a few days.
But after all, he is a serious Legalist, how can he joke about such a big matter?
As a result, he showed a strange smile, stared at Liu Ci with his eyes, and said with a sinister smile:
"My teacher said that we must treat the princes and kings who come here kindly and we must not have any conflicts with you."