Shen Tang, Liu Xiangling, the iron-blooded traitor in the Southern Song Dynasty Chapter 302 Entering the palace to face the saint, the difference between reward and punishment
Chapter 302 Entering the palace to face the saint, the difference between reward and punishment
Chapter 302: Entering the palace to meet the saint, the difference between rewards and punishments
In the next few days, Shen Tang did not go to the market again, nor did any other unexpected things happen. Even the You Marshal's Mansion, whom he had offended before, did not make any movement. I don't know whether he was warned or whether he was there. Planning in secret.
Finally, seven or eight days after Shen Tang and others entered Zhongdu, at dawn, palace guards came to greet Shen Tang and others.
"Master Shen, Your Majesty will receive you after the morning court."
Shen Tang nodded and packed his bags. This meeting would also herald the official start of the peace talks!
Because there was no one else, Shen Tang followed the palace guard alone. After walking for about two quarters of an hour, the guard led Shen Tang into the palace from Yuhua Gate, and passed through the palaces. , that is, entering a palace called Jingfu Hall.
"My lord, please stay here later. Someone will come to respond after Your Majesty's morning court meeting." The guard said, and then turned and left.
Shen Tang waited in Jingfu Hall for about half an hour when footsteps came in a hurry.
"Master Shen, follow me quickly, His Majesty is summoning you!" The person who came was naturally Pu Sanzhuo.
Shen Tang nodded and followed Pu Sanzhuo out of the palace gate and walked forward.
"Your Excellency, where did your Majesty summon me?" He looked at Pu Sanzhuo leading him towards the north, which was obviously not the direction of Da'an Palace.
"Your Majesty has left the court and is currently in the Hall of Renzheng."
Shen Tang's heart moved. Logically speaking, summoning envoys from other countries should be in Da'an Palace, together with hundreds of officials. But at this moment, they were going to Renzheng Palace, which was obviously more akin to a private meeting than a formal meeting. However, this was It's no different for Shen Tang, and the effect is even better.
After passing through the Renzheng Gate and the Bell and Drum Tower, the magnificent Renzheng Hall is in front of you. There are soldiers stationed outside the main hall, and on both sides of the hall door, there are servants standing with arches.
Before the two came to the palace gate, an eunuch came up to them and said to Servant Sanzhuo: "My lord, I will just lead the Song Dynasty envoy in."
"Master Shen, you go to see His Majesty. I will wait for your return here," Pusanzhuo said.
Shen Tang nodded slightly, then followed the eunuch into the main hall, passed through the hall, and passed through two layers of flower doors, then entered a room similar to a study.
"Your Majesty, the Song envoy has arrived!"
On a chair, Wan Yanyong sat upright with his eyes lowered. When the eunuch behind him saw Shen Tang entering, he spoke in a low voice.
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Wan Yanyong's eyes opened and fell on Shen Tang. Shen Tang raised his hands and saluted, "Shen Tang, the envoy of the Song Dynasty, comes to see His Majesty the Emperor of the Kingdom of Jin!"
"Song envoy Pingshen!" the eunuch sang and spoke.
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Shen Tang straightened up and looked towards Wan Yanyong.
At this moment, Wan Yanyong was not wearing the robe of the court, but a light yellow casual robe. There was no decoration on his body, but his eyes were somewhat sharp and scrutinizing.
Compared to Zhao Shen, Wan Yanyong's power was obviously greater. Although he did not speak, his silence was enough to make others feel tremendous pressure.
Shen Tang calmed down. Wan Yanyong certainly didn't have the legendary aura of king and domineering in him. However, such a person who controls a country and can turn the world upside down with a wave of his hand is enough to make anyone awe. This is the supreme right. , the blessing brought to him. The emperor was angry and his body was scattered thousands of miles away. Wanyanyong had this strength, courage and courage, so it was not surprising that Shen Tang was in awe.
"Shen Tang?" Wan Yanyong spoke slowly, his voice resounding in Shen Tang's heart and soul, "I have seen many envoys from the Song Dynasty, but you are the most daring one."
"The first is that you don't kneel down when you see me. The second is that you dare to kill people in the streets of Zhongdu. Moreover, you are a member of my Marshal's Mansion. Tell me how I should punish you." Wan Yanyong's words were calm and incomprehensible. Out of joy and anger.
Shen Tang hesitated slightly, and then he bowed his hands and said, "Your Majesty, I think that not only should your Majesty not punish me, but you should reward me..."
"Oh? It's obvious that you made a mistake, but you want me to reward you? Just listen to what you say. If what you say is reasonable, I will be seriously injured. If you talk nonsense, the punishment will be doubled!"
"First, I am a minister of the Song Dynasty, and I practice the principles of the Song Dynasty. Whether it is to me, His Majesty the Song Dynasty, or to you, they are all the same! The reason for this is because, in my heart, the two majesties do not distinguish between high and low. We are all lords of ministers. We respect His Majesty as much as we respect the Holy One of our country."
"The principle of kneeling and worshiping is different from that of the Song Dynasty. One is to worship heaven and earth, and the other is to worship ghosts and gods. Your Majesty is a human king, so it is inconsistent. Therefore, it is inconvenient for me to kneel and worship your Majesty."
Shen Tang's sophistry made Wan Yanyong raise his eyebrows, "According to what you said, is it inappropriate for my subjects and slaves to kneel down and worship?"
But Shen Tang shook his head, "The reason why I cannot kneel down and worship is because of my affection and respect for His Majesty. The same is true for the ministers of your country who kneel down and worship Your Majesty. The customs of the two countries are different, but the meaning expressed is the same. It’s the same, what’s wrong with that?”
"Hahaha……"
Wan Yanyong laughed loudly and said, "Yes, he is indeed the top scholar, and his sharp tongue is hard to distinguish. In this way, this crime will be exposed! Let's talk about the second crime!"
Shen Tang handed over his hand again, "Your Majesty, our two countries are brothers and have diplomatic relations. Although I am an envoy of the Song Dynasty, I am also his Majesty's subordinate. Is this wrong?"
"Well, not bad!" Wan Yanyong nodded.
"As your Majesty's subordinate, I should devote myself to your Majesty. Your Majesty has single-handedly changed the people of the Song and Jin Dynasties so that they can live and work in peace and contentment. Therefore, many people even say that your Majesty was born during the lifetime of Yao and Shun. The benevolence of Yao and Shun has not yet been restored. You see, your majesty’s benevolence has been spread for thousands of miles. Therefore, I respect you, encourage you, and be cautious!”
"However, a thousand-mile embankment was destroyed by an ant nest. Your Majesty's benevolence may be harmed due to the mistakes of some of your subordinates. I am your Majesty's subordinate, so naturally I cannot sit idly by."
"In the bustling city, drivers are driving rampantly, and the people first resent the dandy in power, and secondly resent His Majesty's lack of morality. After all, this Zhongdu is at the feet of the genius and in front of His Majesty. Therefore, in this situation, I should not stand idly by and watch! Punishment The dandies are, firstly, venting their anger for the people, and secondly, they are bringing peace to the people for Your Majesty. Otherwise, how can I dare to use weapons without permission in the Central Capital!"
"Hahaha……"
Wan Yanyong laughed again, "I'll assume that what you said is reasonable. Tell me what reward you want!"
"As a subject, Your Majesty does not care about rewards or punishments, and I am naturally happy. What's more, being able to see Tianyan is already a favor from Your Majesty. How can I covet anything else? Therefore, please forgive me for being presumptuous. Your Majesty has rewards, but I don't. I dare not bear it!"