Chapter 554: Your Majesty will not listen to anyones advice!
Five days passed by in a blink of an eye.
The Autumn Ceremony also begins with much attention.
As soon as the ceremony began, Ying Zheng took the lead in offering sacrifices to Dayu.
Among the Five Emperors, Yu was undoubtedly the one with the most meritorious spirit. He was also the only one who was given the title of "Great" among future generations. This is by no means a false praise. In fact, his achievements have transcended thousands of generations and laid the foundation for Chinese civilization.
The foundation is also.
Dayu controlled the floods to save the people, divided nine states and established a system, set up wells and fields to facilitate farming, established feudal states to make the country clear, established the emperor and hundreds of officials and a standing army to rule the princes...
All this and so on.
In a word, China has entered the national era since Yu the Great.
Ying Zheng's respect for Dayu came from the bottom of his heart.
He also hoped that the system he created would last for thousands of years, or even longer, like Yu's feudal feudal system.
But this time the festival is also a political dialogue.
It was the First Emperor who once again positively declared the purpose of the New Deal to the people of the world.
Moreover, in this grand ceremony, Ying Zheng comprehensively reviewed the misgovernment and tyranny of the Six Kingdoms for the first time: "The six kings were extremely powerful, greedy and violent (ao), led the people to strengthen themselves, acted violently and wantonly, were arrogant despite their power, and several
Move the armored soldiers, communicate with each other in the dark, and coordinate the affairs with each other, and act in a new way.'
It was also the first time that the cause and purpose of Qin's destruction of the Six Kingdoms was put forward directly.
That is, deceit and conspiracy within the interior, and invasion from the outside, will cause disaster. Justice and majesty will punish them, and violence and rebellion will be extinguished, and the rebels will perish.
This is a warning to the people of the Six Kingdoms in Shandong and a warning to the restoration forces. The Six Kingdoms brought about their own destruction, and it was not because of Qin's lack of principles. Then he comprehensively reviewed the virtues and customs of Qin's government, and listed the great peace and order in the world.
various good deeds.
This grand ceremony was very solemn and grand.
The overall intention is clear, but also contains some subtle meaning.
but.
The focus of all the officials is not on the grand festival.
But this time in the selection of people to participate in the grand ceremony, all the young masters were actually included, except for one missing person, the tenth young master.
Come down the whole way.
The eldest son is in charge.
This made many officials look slightly moved, and they couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement in their hearts.
Only Li Si and others frowned slightly.
They noticed something unusual in this memorial text. His Majesty seemed to have completely lost patience with the remnants of the Six Kingdoms, and had completely given up on the idea of maintaining stability. What's more, in this memorial text, he also emphasized the transformation of virtue and customs.
This is contrary to the legal system of the Qin Dynasty.
Li Si looked at the broad back of the First Emperor, a solemn look flashed in his eyes.
He naturally hates the rule of virtue.
However, it is impossible for Da Qin to completely turn to the rule of virtue, so although he is a little puzzled, he does not take it too seriously. It’s just that His Majesty’s words and deeds are not that simple. This autumn festival was held suddenly and so solemnly.
grand.
Maybe it has a deeper meaning.
"What does Your Majesty want?" Li Si was thinking in his mind, but his eyebrows furrowed even more tightly. Turning around, he looked at the uncontrollable joy on the faces of some of the courtiers behind him, and looked slightly dissatisfied.
Suddenly.
He seemed to have thought of something, and his face changed slightly.
Confucianism corrupts the law with literature.
The rule of virtue advocated by Confucianism is not about governing people by law, but advocating governing people by character. If you look at it in the long run, there is probably only one person in the court who can really make your majesty so interested.
It’s the Tenth Young Master!
Only the rule of virtue can absolve him.
Think of this.
Li Si understood instantly.
He looked at the happy-looking officials around him, with a cold look in his eyes. They thought that the Tenth Young Master was doomed this time, but little did they know that His Majesty had never thought of giving up on the Tenth Young Master, and was even willing to make certain choices for the Tenth Young Master.
The reason why the Tenth Young Master did not appear this time.
In fact, retreat is the basis of advancement.
"I'm afraid that all the officials have thought wrong." Li Si whispered: "Although the Tenth Young Master violated the law, what he did was actually beneficial to the Qin Dynasty. What kind of person is Your Majesty, how can you lose the big for the sake of small things? These people
What you did during this period was completely out of consideration for the political affairs of the Qin Dynasty, and it was really stupid."
"But how will His Majesty deal with it in the end?"
"Now most of the courtiers in the court are on the side of the eldest son. If His Majesty acts lightly, even if he proposes the rule of virtue, the courtiers may be dissatisfied."
"wrong."
"His Majesty specifically sought the advice of retired veterans a few days ago."
This is the thought.
Li Si understood everything.
Your Majesty did not pay attention to the chaos caused by the courtiers, and never thought of punishing the Tenth Young Master. It was just that the courtiers were so excited that your Majesty really should give an explanation to the world, so your Majesty gave the courtiers such an explanation openly.
.
Li Si sneered.
Finally he couldn't help but shook his head.
Many officials in the court have not yet realized that the world has changed a long time ago. The Qin Dynasty is not the Xia, Shang and Zhou dynasties of the past. Now His Majesty has all the power and will not pay attention to the suggestions of the courtiers. He wants to rely on words, petitions, and impeachments to influence
When it came to government affairs, His Majesty had to make compromises. These people were destined to make the wrong decision.
The more they impeach.
The less likely it is that Your Majesty will retreat.
How can imperial power be a child's play?
"Since His Majesty has chosen the Tenth Young Master, I can no longer hesitate like this." Li Si secretly made a decision in his heart.
After that, the First Emperor offered sacrifices to Emperor Shun.
This made Li Si more convinced of his idea.
In the mainstream official history, Emperor Shun's character and merits can be regarded as the best among the five emperors.
Firstly, Emperor Shun was the most filial and kind, and Shunshi repeatedly abused his parents and brothers without resisting, which finally influenced his parents and brothers. Secondly, Emperor Shun loved the people, and his laws were peaceful and just. He had many deeds. Thirdly, Emperor Shun was kind and benevolent.
A model of kingship.
"The new policies of the Great Qin Dynasty uphold the law of heaven and obey the people's will at the bottom. They strive to implement the prefectures and counties, and the world has one law, and peace and stability are encouraged. From now on, I will follow the example of Emperor Shun and always govern Wuji----"
All the officials followed and chanted loudly.
Fusu's face flushed, obviously very excited.
The courtiers who had earlier turned to Fusu were also filled with excitement.
What is Emperor Shun?
It is the royal way, it is lenient governance, it is love for the people, it is justice in the law.
How could they not understand the significance of the First Emperor's grand sacrifice to Emperor Shun now?
This time, the eldest son is presiding over the grand ceremony again, and the eldest son has always been tolerant and filial. Now that your majesty is advocating the royal way, he is naturally paving the way for the eldest son to ascend to the throne. Otherwise, why is it like this?
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! Among the princes in the Qin Dynasty, only the eldest prince believed in the kingly way.
This may not be a statement from His Majesty.
Think of this.
Why don't they feel excited and excited?
Once the eldest son comes to power, they will surely rise to prominence.
Recreate the grand scene of the royal realm in the Three Dynasties.
Ying Zheng's voice still echoed in the valley, and the shouts of "The Qin Dynasty will last ten thousand years, Your Majesty will last ten thousand years" have already drowned the mountains and swamps.
The big festival lasted for several hours.
After the First Emperor left, the officials still did not calm down. A bold prediction had emerged in their minds. Perhaps tonight's banquet would be the time when the crown prince was announced.
and......
The Crown Prince of Qin must be the eldest son!
That night.
The Golden Crow has not yet completely disappeared.
All the officials had already been waiting outside Zhangtai Palace. Censor Cui Yiru, Linghu Fan, Jiang Shumao and others had smiling faces.
Cui Yiru said with a smile: "I usually feel that time flies by fast, but today I feel that time flies by so slowly. It's really strange."
Linghu Fan said: "This is not because time passes slowly, but because you, Cui Yushi, have something on your mind. Naturally, you feel that time passes slowly. But I also feel the same way. Your Majesty's grand ceremony today is really enlightening.
And Emperor Shun's filial piety and kindness, his love for the people and his virtuous administration, his kingly and great administration, and his uprightness and peace are also highly praised by the world."
"I am also amazed."
The two looked at each other and smiled, their eyebrows stretched.
They had taken refuge with the eldest young master in their early years. They had been worried for a long time when the tenth young master gained power in the past. Now that the tenth young master has suffered a loss, it will be difficult to restore his reputation and win back his majesty's mind. However, the eldest young master is playing a steady and steady hand, taking advantage of the victory and pursuing the victory, which is already an advantage.
Show all.
This time.
They had the last laugh.
On the other side, Hua Ji, Yang Duanhe and others frowned, and their eyes were filled with lingering thoughts. They didn't want to attend this banquet at all, and now they felt even more tortured waiting outside.
At this time.
There were bursts of footsteps outside.
I saw several carriages driving slowly outside the temple.
All officials fell silent and lost their reputation.
I saw Old Prime Minister Wang, Old Prime Minister Wei and others who had already retired. Their hair and beards were all white, and their bodies were a little skinny, but they were in good spirits and had rosy faces. Several of them raised their eyes and looked at the courtiers around them.
, nodded slightly to indicate.
All the officials saluted.
Then some attendants came forward and carried several veterans to the palace. They did not have to wait, as there were only a few veterans in the palace at the moment.
Enter the palace.
The smile on Wang Wan's face dropped.
He shook his head helplessly.
He had already retired and had long been uninterested in political affairs. If His Majesty had not explicitly ordered them to be present this time, they would definitely not have attended. Moreover, veterans like them should not have appeared in the court. Their presence would not only make them uncomfortable, but also make other courtiers uncomfortable.
A lot of discomfort.
It's just that this time there's really no way to shirk it.
Wei Zhuang sighed softly:
"I don't know how many people laughed at this banquet and how many people were disappointed."
"How could they guess His Majesty's thoughts? What kind of person Your Majesty is, how could he be restricted by them? They thought His Majesty would seek our advice and establish an eldest son. However, they did not know that His Majesty did not consult us at all, but informed us.
"
"His Majesty will never listen to anyone's advice from beginning to end."
"Because he is the First Emperor!"
Wang Wan raised his eyes and glanced at Wei Xiang.
Ning Sheng said:
"Be careful what you say."
"Your Majesty, please don't say too much about your thoughts."
"We have been deeply favored by His Majesty, so we should relieve Your Majesty. Moreover, the current situation in the Qin Dynasty is difficult, and it is time to establish a prince, whether it is the eldest son or the tenth son. No matter who is appointed, the Great Qin court will be completely settled.
"
"This is a good thing for the country and the court."
Wei Xiang nodded.
They actually don't know who His Majesty will appoint.
Your Majesty has never known it.
It is rumored that His Majesty consulted their opinions, but this is not true. His Majesty did send people to bring them to the palace, but he only kept them for a banquet without saying anything during the banquet, and then sent them directly away.
gone back.
But they have worked with His Majesty for so long, so they can naturally guess some of His Majesty's thoughts. Your Majesty will never be controlled by others. If Your Majesty wants to establish eldest sons, there is no need to lift them out. It is completely unnecessary.
And the reason why His Majesty did this.
Just to block the mouths of the courtiers.
If nothing unexpected happens, the crown prince of Great Qin will be the tenth son, Ying Si Nian!