Empress Wu walked over step by step, followed closely by Taiping.
Step by step, Empress Wu didn't look sideways, and kept walking forward firmly. Empress Wu didn't care at all about the glances she received. She just passed through a group of men.
Fourth Master tapped Tongtong's hand twice: "There's no rush."
Tongtong nodded and looked away.
The word "not in a hurry" refers to myself, but it may point to Empress Wu's shortcomings.
Empress Wu was afraid that she wouldn't be able to buy time. Many of her mistakes were not because she didn't know they were wrong, but because she didn't have much time to take her time.
Take the position first, and then adjust after taking the position. This is what she is thinking at the moment.
In fact, the shadows of Li Shimin and Li Zhi can be seen in Empress Wu. Is Li Shimin's means of ascending to the throne bright? But does this prevent Li Shimin from being a wise king?
By the same token, does Empress Wu care about the means of ascending to the throne? No. As long as she ascends to the throne, it will not delay me from being a wise king.
Just like Tongtong, there are too many shadows of Fourth Master in Tongtong. Whatever the Fourth Master taught, it is almost the same. Compared with the half-true and half-false emperors in the history books, of course, you can see it,
What is accessible is more real.
Compete with empathy, and the Empress Wu should do the same.
Because of this mentality, Empress Wu was particularly calm. In her opinion, this is what an emperor is like.
When passing Tongtong, Empress Wu whispered: "Follow me."
Tongtong stood on the other side of Empress Wu, with six children, and now she and Taiping were able to follow her. Li Hong was blocked from the news, and he only knew that he was grounded. The children went to the mountains to see their uncle, but they never
He didn't dare to say anything. Li Dan said he was ill and would not leave the house. It was impossible for Li Xian to be released, as Li Xian was 'dead' again.
Now, apart from myself and Taiping, there is no one left.
All the civil and military officials were outside. Except for the ceremonial officer, there were only three of them, mother and daughter.
To offer sacrifices to heaven and earth, there are main sacrifices and sub-offerings. Generally speaking, sub-offerings are the errand of the prince.
Empress Wu looked at Tongtong and whispered: "Come here."
But there was no arrangement for me in advance! Since you brought Taiping with you, you naturally arranged the Taiping Asia Festival.
Lin Yutong took a step back, but Taiping refused to step forward.
Empress Wu turned around and looked at Taiping sternly. Taiping then stepped up step by step, and Yaxian finished.
Overall, this was an imperfect political show. Empress Wu was dissatisfied, but the only good thing was that she forced Li Tang's clan to rebel.
This kind of heaven-sacrifice ceremony arranges a very important link, that is - offering auspiciousness.
Luo's previous book-writing scheme didn't go well, it doesn't matter, let's keep up the good work! The stone carvings are man-made. But you can't say that the auspiciousness in various places is man-made.
For example, there was an earthquake in Xinfeng County, Yongzhou, and the land was squeezed together. This squeeze created an extra hill.
Someone from the Ministry of Etiquette brought the book up and read it loudly. Is this a mountain bag? Is it a mound? No! This is Qingshan Mountain!
As soon as the fold was closed, someone from the Imperial College stood up: "How can this be Qingshan? This is a tumor on the ground, a bad omen, a disaster!" He knelt down and said, "This is the Queen Mother's sole control.
Great power leads to disasters from heaven. If the Queen of Heaven does not return to the harem, God will definitely punish her!"
As soon as he finished speaking, he knocked his head hard on the ground, and blood came out instantly. He didn't want to live anymore!
The guards came forward and held him down.
Just ask Empress Wu if she is embarrassed at this moment! This stupid Confucian scholar committed suicide by himself.
Before Empress Wu spoke, Lin Yutong scolded, "I think I am very knowledgeable, but in my opinion, I have read the books of sages in vain! Earthquakes are the way of nature, and the principles of nature are the same as the wind and rain.
That's right! First, there were ministers who used changes in the sky to convey auspiciousness, which was an act of flattery. Later, there were Confucian scholars like you who used natural disasters to convey good and bad luck, thinking they were loyal. But in my opinion, you have nothing to do with that flattering person.
It’s different! Officials from all over the country report disasters according to the truth. This is the blessing of heaven! If there is nothing in the world, what is the use of the court?"
"That's right!" Empress Wu immediately accepted the words, "To offer sacrifices to heaven today is to tell heaven that the sky is big and the earth is big, but it is not as big as the living people! There is a report in Yongzhou, and there is an earthquake in Xinfeng County. If it moves, it can gather mountains. If you look at it this way
Come, the people will surely have their houses collapsed and their livelihoods will be difficult. It is also the twelfth month of winter, and the government should do its duty to provide relief to the victims. A decree was drawn up to provide disaster relief in Yongzhou to atone for its sins. Xinfeng County will be exempted from taxes for five years!
Magistrate Xinfeng..." After speaking, he raised his hand and pointed, "This Confucian scholar who boldly speaks out, come forward!"
This man's head was dizzy, but he didn't want Empress Wu to say, "Do it as magistrate! I have heard many remonstrances, and there is no shortage of remonstrances in the court. Your words are no longer new to me."
...If I punish you, you may not be convinced! Then become a county magistrate and see how well your majestic man can manage a county! In three years, I will see the results! If
If you do well, I will make you governor; if you do poorly, you will be punished for both crimes. Do you hear me clearly?"
It doesn't matter whether it is clear or not. This is not meant for this person. It is meant for so many civil and military ministers and for everyone in the world.
Lin Yutong thought to himself: This is Empress Wu's ability. The situation suddenly changes from an unfavorable situation to a favorable situation in just a blink of an eye.
When things come to this point, all the other auspicious things that have been prepared are useless. This time, the preparation for offering sacrifices to heaven can be described as solemn and solemn in its conclusion.
Empress Wu returned and began to think about the arrangements for the country.
Zhen Guo stayed behind closed doors in his mansion for two years, and finally cultivated watercress. In the past, a plant of watercress weighed half a catty, but now it weighs about three pounds. Watercress is an indispensable dish throughout the winter.
If people see it on their dining tables every day, they will think about the good things that govern the country every day.
In addition, there are methods of fertilization, pest control, and breeding, all of which are gradually flowing out from the Zhenguo Mansion. She does not publicize it, or even take the initiative to teach it, but her village is indeed open and anyone can see it.
, anyone can learn it.
She did not report credit to the court, she just did her own thing. But this did not claim credit, but it made her more prestige than before.
What to do next?
Shut back to the house?
No!
Since it can't be turned off, it still has to be used. If it can be used, how can it be used?
Suddenly I remembered that the prince-in-law made a mistake yesterday, and it really meant that except Zhenguo, no one else could handle it.
Therefore, Empress Wu left Tongtong alone and said, "Zhengguo, there is something urgent that needs to be done by you. This matter is extremely important and cannot be done by others."
Tongtong stopped and called, "Say."
"I don't know if the consort has told you that a murder occurred in Guangzhou, involving an official. Lu Yuanrui, the governor of Guangzhou, was killed by the Kunlun people!"
ah?
Empress Wu nodded, "You and the Consort, I can see what you mean when it comes to the governance of the Western Regions. Do you hope that the Tang Dynasty will be tolerant towards people of all races? Is this true?"
yes!
"I think you and the consort are right! Whether in Chang'an or in Shendu, the situation has improved now. In the past, Hu Ji was the lowest among prostitutes. If someone married a Hu girl,
Their children are all inferior to others. Today, this situation has become much better. This is inseparable from the efforts made by the prince-in-law at Sibin Temple! However, in addition to the two capitals, this phenomenon is still very serious. Especially in
There are many merchants in coastal areas, and incidents caused by psychological contempt have been particularly prominent in the past two years. Just like this time, a governor was killed by a Kunlun man. What was the reason? It was nothing more than Guangzhou
Lining the South China Sea, merchant ships from the Kunlun Kingdom come every year to trade with the Tang Dynasty. This is a good thing! However, the local officials are greedy and often extort money from fishing and merchant ships. There are many informers among the people, but the governor Lu Yuanrui has no
Punishing local officials and subordinates instead punished other businessmen. As a result, the anger of the Hu people in Guangzhou was aroused. Among them was a Kunlun man who hid a sharp knife in his sleeve. He only said that he had trouble with Lu Yuanrui! Lu
Yuan Rui was unprepared, and not only was he killed, but also his subordinates and entourage, more than ten people, were killed together. After killing the person, the man escaped, got on the boat and went straight into the sea, never to be seen again," she said.
Then he sighed, "It is certainly wrong to kill people and officials. But first of all, it must be the local officials who are wrong. They are the ones who aroused the anger of the Hu people."
Lin Yutong asked, "When was this case?"
Empress Wu said: "It's been almost a year! You also know that the case requires procedures! It was sent back from Guangzhou, and it took half a year to come back. The case was first handled locally, and then reported to the Ministry of Punishments.
It was already two months ago. Isn't this the end of the year? It's the end of the year. When the Prince Consort was discussing matters in the three provincial councils, he proposed to allocate manpower from the six departments. At the end of the year, cross-check the handling of events this year. Each prime minister should bear his own responsibility.
It was a mess. The prince-in-law mainly conducted a spot check on the Ministry of Punishment, and finally pulled out such a case from the Ministry of Punishment. He felt that the handling of the Punishment Department was too light, so he wrote a note and sent it up yesterday..."
Yesterday? Haha, you really know how to choose the time.
Tongtong remained silent, listening to Empress Wu continue to say, "He believes that Guangzhou is the place of foreign trade, and government administration is particularly important. Not only government administration, but also the people's understanding must change. Only if the local government pays attention to it, will other places be indiscriminate.
Shang Dynasty will not be discriminated against in Guangzhou, and the foreign policy of the Tang Dynasty will be long-term. After reading it, I think it makes sense. As you know, I am busy now, and it depends on the prince-in-law and all the princes. The prince-in-law should have gone there
It's okay to deal with it, but the court can't do without him for the time being! Then you can only make this trip, don't be anxious, and come back after handling the matter. In addition, as a personal envoy, you should also inspect the place for me.
Walk more and see more! One is to comfort, the other is to supervise."
This matter is really not a trivial matter! Lin Yutong didn't stutter at all, "Okay! I'll just pack it up and set off the day after tomorrow."
Empress Wu was stunned for a moment, then smiled, "Let's go! Be careful along the way and bring more people. I will send you a handwriting later and give you the right to do things conveniently."
yes!
After walking for a long time, Empress Wu was still stunned. She turned to look at Shangguan Wan'er and said, "The thoughts of the country are quite different from those nowadays!" The world is huge, but it is actually not as big as the affairs in the court today. But she
You just throw away the affairs of the emperor, but you take the affairs of the barbarians as a big deal. What do you think?
What can you think? Fourth Master said in his heart that Tongtong's thoughts are more affected by later generations. In her heart, the saying "diplomacy is no small matter" has always been there. Once she touches it, she will not hesitate to go.
Execute without compromise.
Tongtong came back and stared at Fourth Master.
The Fourth Master laughed and said, "Let's go out and take a look! Along the canal of this period, all the way to the south, this opportunity is rare, so you must cherish it!"
