A middle-aged man with a broken left hand and a scar on his face said: "I think it is the right thing to choose General Zhao as the emperor. If General Zhao hadn't conquered us all these years, how could we be so stable today?
Life? Look at those foreign businessmen who used to look down upon us Northern Han people because our country was weak. Since General Zhao destroyed Jin in the first battle, he has really shown his majesty. Look at those people who looked down on us in the past.
Our people now dare not look down on us anymore. If anyone dares to offend us, we will send troops to kill him!" After saying this, he excitedly waved his intact right hand, his face glowing red, looking excited.
"It's a pity that my left hand was accidentally chopped off by the enemy during an encounter, and I was discharged from the army due to injury. Otherwise, if I had been leading troops in battles, I might have been a captain." It turns out that he is a retired soldier. No wonder.
I have so much respect for Zhao Kuangyin.
A scholar wearing a green shirt who looked quite poor retorted: "No, no, everything is low-grade, only the scholar is high. Conquering the world depends on military generals, but ruling the world depends on us. Even if Prime Minister Liu is not willing to be
The emperor can also let others serve as political envoys. Judges and even several senior military envoys can be the emperor. Why choose a warrior?" After saying this, his eyes were full of sorrow and anger, and he looked heartbroken.
"Although Chen's family is in decline, he has read the "Art of War" treasured in his family. It once said: 'The military is a major matter for the country, the life and death of the country, and the way of survival must be observed.' Although General Zhao has made great achievements, he has great influence on us in the Northern Han Dynasty.
Although he has contributed a lot, he does not necessarily know the art of governing the country. Besides, "no matter how big a country is, it will be warlike and will perish." General Zhao started his career by fighting. How could he know that after he ascended the throne and proclaimed himself emperor, he would not engage in military warfare and consume the country's power? This is not a blessing to the Northern Han Dynasty.
No, I will go to the Prime Minister's Mansion tomorrow and I will give an audience to Prime Minister Liu. Even if I am punished for this, I will not hesitate to do so!" This man quoted scriptures and became more and more excited as he talked. In the end, he actually had a righteous expression, and it seemed that he really cared about state affairs without any slander.
Prejudice against individuals.
Zhao Kuangyin listened to the side and couldn't help feeling that although this poor man was a bit boastful and biased against soldiers, that was also because he didn't know much about the information. He didn't know that he was not only proficient in military management, but also extremely talented in the art of governing the country.
It was as if he was born with it, and he never made mistakes. Otherwise, how could such a large territory of the Later Jin Dynasty be calmed down in just six months without many riots?
As the saying goes, "If you both listen, you will be enlightened, but if you believe, you will be concealed." Being good at accepting advice is also an important skill for a king. He secretly decided to treat these people preferentially in the future and allow them to hear and speak. This way he can also broaden his own information channels, but he will not
As for becoming narrow-minded.
After hearing what the poor scholar said, an old man was reluctant and retorted excitedly: "Old man, I don't know the truth, but I also know that General Zhao is a good man and a good man with ability; Mr. Liu is also a good man with ability. Since Mr. Liu can
If you trust General Zhao, then you must be right. Could it be that we ordinary people like you are smarter and more discerning than Mr. Liu? Is that right?"
The people around him were already dissatisfied with the scholar, but they couldn't think of anything to refute. After hearing this, they quickly spoke out in support, making the scholar angry until his face turned red, but they couldn't find a reason to refute. Liu He was deeply loved in the Northern Han Dynasty.
If he continued to refute what he had said, wouldn't it mean that Liu He had no ability to understand people? But he couldn't say this without conscience. So he could only remain speechless and finally waved his hands and left.
Seeing that the scholar was so angry that he fainted, he didn't take it seriously but continued to discuss what the notice said.
Zhao Kuangyin didn't feel crowded when he was squeezed in the crowd. Instead, he felt very friendly. He was originally a son of the poor. When he was a child, he also lived in the market. Even after he returned from cultivating immortals, he often hid in the mortal world to experience the ordinary life. However, since the army, his official position and power have increased day by day, and he has been busy with wars.
Instead, we conducted an unannounced private visit.
Today I have indeed gained a lot. Although these common people are at the bottom of society, their thoughts and ideas are the simplest. From their discussions, we can also see the current trend of the people.
Zhao Kuangyin listened for a while and came to a conclusion from the people's discussions: most of the people still supported him or trusted Liu He's vision; while a small number of scholars and aristocratic families were dissatisfied with him.
He is not yet convinced or jealous of his strength.
This is normal. After all, Liu He founded the Northern Han Dynasty and his character and ability were recognized by everyone. No one did not admire him. He was really called the parents of these people. Therefore, the people also got the respect and love of the people; and he, Zhao Kuangyin,
What is your origin? To put it nicely, he comes from a military family, but to put it poorly, he has a weak leg. With Liu He's respect and his own ability, he has risen to a high position in a short period of time and is about to become the emperor. How can he not be called those who think they have blood?
Are noble and talented nobles and nobles extremely jealous? Even if they dare not refute Liu He's wishes openly, they will secretly slander and despise him to vent their anger.
Zhao Kuangyin had already expected this, so he was not too surprised. He listened for another half an hour and felt that he had learned enough information, so he left the crowd and walked towards Liu He's Prime Minister's Mansion. He still had many questions for Liu He to answer for him.
When Zhao Kuangyin arrived at the Prime Minister's Mansion, he was stopped by a servant at the north gate. It turned out that he was dressed too plainly, so he was treated as a commoner and would not be admitted. It wasn't until he reported his name and showed his general badge that he came after hearing the news.
Only after the housekeeper appraised it was it allowed to be released.
Along the way, the housekeeper kept apologizing and saying that the servants were ignorant of Taishan and General Haihan, etc. Then, while guiding him, he also introduced to him the layout of the Prime Minister's Mansion and some recent events under Zhao Kuangyin's inquiry.
Zhao Kuangyin has been to Liu He's residence many times and is very familiar with it. But what he really cares about is the recent developments in the Prime Minister's Mansion. According to the housekeeper, before Liu He officially announced that he would found the country and let Zhao Kuangyin proclaim himself emperor, he had met many people like Minister Wu.
Different official ranks have different rights, but they all have one common characteristic - most of them are veterans who have high reputations and powerful positions and have followed Liu He to start his own business.
I heard that Liu He had communicated with them several times. Most of the ministers left after talking once and there were no big mood swings. However, there were several feudal officials and cabinet elders who seemed to be unable to negotiate with Liu He and came here several times.
He even left angrily after the last conversation a week ago, which was obviously due to disagreements. Since then, Liu He's mood has not been very good. He often sighs and looks sad. After issuing several handwritings a few days ago, apart from going to court on time, he no longer handles government affairs.
There is no unusual behavior.
Zhao Kuangyin had some guesses when he heard this, but he didn't say much before the truth was found out. Instead, he was led by the housekeeper to the outside of Liu He's study. "Master, General Zhao is here." The housekeeper shouted respectfully outside the door.
"Oh? Nephew Zhao Xian is here, let him come in. You can retreat and guard the outside of the house so that no one can hear our conversation." Liu He's somewhat low reply came from the study.
"It's the master." The housekeeper answered and opened the door and guided his hand, "General Zhao, come in." After Zhao Kuangyin entered the room, he closed the door again and stood three feet away to watch the movement outside the study.
After Zhao Kuangyin entered the room, he saw Liu He sitting on a chair. Next to him was a table with three large wooden boxes. Even though Zhao Kuangyin was calm and looked up, he couldn't help being surprised when he saw Liu He's face.
At this time, Liu He's face was slack, his expression was dull, and his eyelids were drooped. It was obvious that he was overly sad and mentally damaged. How could he look like the gentle and shrewd prime minister he usually was?
Zhao Kuangyin couldn't help but walked two steps forward, saluted, and then asked eagerly: "Uncle Liu...how did you become like this?" Yunlong once served as the teacher of the Liu family and had a close relationship with the Liu family. Zhao Kuangyin also got Liu He after joining the army.
He spared no effort to take care of the two families and has a deep relationship, so he has always been like an uncle and a nephew. Now that he saw Liu He looking bad and caring, he couldn't help but asked in surprise.
Liuhe raised his eyes and saw that Zhao Kuangyin's expression did not seem to be fake but was completely genuine. A look of relief flashed in his eyes and he said softly: "My dear nephew, you must have known the news outside at this moment?"
Zhao Kuangyin saw Liu He's wrong answer but could only suppress the anxiety in his heart and answer honestly: "My nephew just found out why you suddenly made this decision, Uncle Liu? Could it be Master...?" He suddenly realized what Yun Long had told him.
He had made his own arrangements regarding his ascension to the throne and proclaimed himself emperor. Liu He had also mentioned before that Yunlong had told him that the Human Emperor would appear in the country. Combined with Liu He's current actions, the answer was already clear.
"That's right." Liu He nodded, "It is indeed Taoist You Longzi's intention. And after many years of observation and testing, I have confirmed that you, Kuang Yinxian nephew, are indeed capable of achieving great things. What you have done has not let me and the Taoist down."
The expectations I have for you. That’s why I made up my mind to make you the emperor." Liu He continued.
Zhao Kuangyin couldn't help but nodded. Only in this way can he explain Liu He's previous actions.
"As for why I am in this state, it is all because I have prepared these great gifts for you." After speaking, Liu He raised his hand and pointed to the wooden boxes placed on the table.
(The first and second updates are posted later. These two chapters are a bit boring, there is no fighting plot, and they are not very easy to write. Fellow Taoists, please bear with it. Thank you to hgdjhk who voted for the monthly vote. Haha)