Kangxi returned to the Yangxin Hall, took off his court beads and golden dragon gown, stretched out comfortably, and suddenly fell down on the soft couch. Aunt Sumala hurriedly came forward and handed a hot towel and said
"It's only May, and it's already so hot." He then brought a small plate of ice and put it on the table. "If you can overcome it, please use it." Kangxi wiped his sweat and smiled.
She said: "Look at your dress, are you in a hurry to be a bride?" Aunt Sumala blushed and said coquettishly: "Long live the Lord is the master of the world, how can you make fun of your slaves!" After saying that, he stopped walking.
He poured the water into the basin. At this time, Kangxi really felt that the sky was high. Under the squeeze of the government in the past few years, although he often joked and joked, he also knew that it was all for the needs of government affairs.
Now that Obai is captured, all the pent-up depression over the past few years will be released.
At this time, Kangxi was not without things that worried him. The one who worried him the most was Wu Sangui, the king of Pingxi. In order to stabilize Wu Sangui and avoid complications when he captured Obei, Kangxi accepted Wu Ciyou's suggestion and promoted Wu Sangui to the throne.
His son Wu Yingxiong is the crown prince's Taibao. So, what should we do now? Wu Sangui has hundreds of thousands of troops, and he is in Yunnan and Guizhou. He mines mines, boils salt, mints money, makes weapons, hoards food, stores arms, and appoints officials to various provinces without authorization.
What kind of intentions are there? There are also Pingnan King Shang Kexi and Jingnan King Geng Jingzhong who are in Guangdong and Fujian respectively. These two people also have signs of evil intentions. Although the instigation of Junggar in the northwest and the harassment of Taiwan in the southeast can also be considered,
But it can't affect the overall situation yet. If these three kings join forces to cause chaos, they will really be a nuisance, and the world will be shaken by one of them... Thinking of this, Kangxi felt a chill in his heart. He suddenly thought of Hu Gongshan's departure and Cui Gu's death. He paused.
Feeling that the empty palace was terrifyingly gloomy, he hurriedly sat up to collect his thoughts. At this moment, a very familiar voice came from outside the palace: "I'm here to say hello to my master!"
"Little Wei Zi?" Kangxi suddenly woke up and felt a little funny: The world is peaceful and peaceful, why bother yourself? The arrival of Wei Dongting brought back Kangxi's deepening worries, and he hurriedly smiled and said: "Alright?
Come in quickly!" Aunt Sumala came in with tea. Seeing Wei Dongting wearing a yellow mandarin jacket with a solemn look on his face, she smiled and said, "You really look like a minister. If you weren't the master*, how could you be here today?" She turned her head.
Seeing that Kangxi had something serious to discuss with him, he lowered his hands and sat down on the gauze drawer in the East Pavilion.
"Have you met Mr. Wu?" Kangxi asked, "You should have a detailed talk with him and forgive him for walking in the Hanlin Academy for the time being. There is no need to rush to work, I still have confidential business for him to handle. Let me say it again
, I want to make great use of this man, but he can’t do it right now. First, he’s afraid that everyone will be dissatisfied, and second, his nature is too arrogant—what do outsiders say?”
"I haven't seen Mr. Wu yet," Wei Dongting said hurriedly. "According to Long Live's decree, I went back to visit him and told him the emperor's holy will. When people outside heard about Mr. Wu, they were very happy and said,
The gentleman is talented and blessed. He said that Long Live the Lord's merits and talents are as high as those in heaven! It caused a sensation in the three streets and six cities."
"Where is Obai?" Kangxi asked, "What do people say about him?"
"Everyone is said to be killable!" Wei Dongting had already thought about it along the way. He should first set the tone as a basis for a foothold, and then slowly speak up. Then he said: "This person's sin is really unforgivable.
, it’s just that my slave has other ideas and doesn’t know how to explain them.”
Kangxi absentmindedly played with the fasting cards in his arms and said, "But it doesn't matter."
"My slave dared to say that it would be better not to kill him!"
When this sentence came out, not only Wei Dongting himself felt it was abrupt, but Aunt Sumala in the gauze drawer was also startled when she heard it, and she was busy and listened attentively.
"Huh?" Kangxi just put down the fasting card, stood up and walked around twice, then sat down and said, "Go on!"
"After all, Ao Bai is a meritorious minister. Although he has committed an unpardonable crime, he is still a person who can be killed or not. This shows the mercy of the world's sages - he is now a waste, and it is the same whether he is killed or not."
"Um."
"Obai has been in charge of the government for several years, and many people have taken refuge with him. Now many people are worried that the emperor will incite a big prison. I think that by not killing Obai, these people's doubts will be dispelled."
"okay!"
"Now there is no peace at home and peace outside, and Ao Bai's old subordinates are spread all over the world. If there is no danger of killing Ao Bai, then it is not worth it!" Wei Dongting said.
Although Kangxi listened calmly on the surface, he agreed in his heart: Yes, the next step must be considered in dealing with Obai! He patted his hot forehead and said noncommittally: "You tell them to draft the decree first.
, I’ll tell you after seeing it.”
Although he didn't say it clearly, Kangxi's face was like an article. Wei Dongting felt relieved and hurriedly kowtowed and said: "The Holy One's long-term decisions are beyond the reach of the ministers. I will wait for the slaves to prepare the decree first, and the Holy One will make the decision." After that,
Want to get up and retreat.
"Don't be busy," Kangxi hurriedly stopped him, "What do you think should be done about Mr. Wu and Aunt Sumala?" Aunt Sumala, who was hiding behind the gauze drawer, blushed when she heard them discuss this matter.
She was jumping wildly. She was afraid that people would see her eavesdropping, but she really wanted to hear clearly, so she finally listened to every word.
When Kangxi asked about this, Wei Dongting smiled and replied: "Master Shengming, I think they are a perfect match!"
"Yes, I think so too," Kangxi said, "Although Mr. Wu is a few years older, Aunt Sumala has already fallen in love with him."
"Then the emperor will help them accomplish their task!"
"Why are you anxious?" Kangxi said with a smile, "Manchus and Han people do not intermarry! Do you know that?"
Wei Dongting was silent for a long time, and Aunt Sumala held her breath, fearing that her breathing would disturb their conversation. Finally, she heard Wei Dongting say: "I dare to say something. I love you, and I can't be divided between Manchu and Han. It's really not possible, please master."
Bring him to the flag register for you sir!"
"It still doesn't work after raising the flag." Kangxi muttered, "This matter still needs to be considered."
Wei Dongting had always been very harmonious with Wu Ciyou. At this time, he was no less anxious than Lagu Sumala. He hurriedly paused and said: "I am a stupid servant who is not as thoughtful as a saint."
Kangxi suddenly burst out laughing. As he spoke, he turned around and called out to Aunt Sumala in the gauze drawer: "Wan Niang, come out! Why don't you thank Xiao Weizi?"
La Gu Suma had no choice but to walk out slowly. She was wearing a light green palace robe, and her hair style had not been changed. Plus, her face was flushed, as if she were dizzy with beauty, and she looked even more charming. She
After nagging for a long time, I didn't know what to say. I just blessed Kangxi and Wei Dongting twice, then covered my face and fled back to my room in Xinuang Pavilion, where I lay on the couch and started sobbing.
After more than a month of joint trial, Obai's case was finally settled. Jieshu and Yi Bilong were apparently imperial envoys with full power to interrogate, but in fact they had to consult Wei Dongting and Wu Liuyi for their opinions on every detail. On this day
Kangxi was reviewing Jie's book in the Hall of Yangxin, and read the memorial sent by Bilong to determine the death sentence for Aobai. Aobai's crimes were listed in total, and Kangxi read them carefully one by one, and knew that Wei Dongting had conveyed his intention tactfully.
The main purpose of the memorial was to accuse Obai of forming cliques for personal gain, bullying his subordinates and neglecting his superiors, acting arbitrarily, changing the laws of the late emperor without authorization, and encircling the people's land randomly. However, it only briefly touched on the important matter of treason and regicide.
At the end of the memorial, there were words such as "Obai is an old minister of honor. Whether it is rectified or not depends on the emperor's decree." This opened a way out for Aobai. Kangxi read it for a full hour before putting down the memorial and calling
He said: "Zhang Wanqiang!" After listening to Kangxi's summons, Zhang Wanqiang agreed: "I'm here!"
"Get some food!" Kangxi didn't even raise his head. He had a pen in his hand and smeared it with cinnabar. He wanted to draft the edict himself. "There is no need to pass on the meal, just get some fruit."
"Hey!" Zhang Wanqiang agreed and walked out. After a while, he brought a small silver plate with four kinds of dried and fresh fruits: pears, fresh lychees, longans and rose kumquats. The purple, red, yellow and white colors were very beautiful. Kangxi looked at it and said,
He said: "Just leave it alone, you can go down." He thought for a while and wrote:
Ao Bai is an old minister of honor. He has been favored by the country. He served the emperor's posthumous edict and assisted in government affairs. He should be honest and sincere, and serve the country with loyalty. Unexpectedly, Ao Bai formed a clique and monopolized power, disrupted the state affairs, and changed the constitution one after another. He did not use people for personal gain.
Administrative officers, Aobei, all despise me and do whatever they want. Civil and military officials want to get orders out of their own gates. They are on the main roads inside and outside. Kuyi's traitors, Banbulshan, Mulima, Saibende, Asha, Ge
Chuha, Namo, Taibitu, etc. became party members, and everything was agreed upon privately in advance; those who were on good terms with Yi were cited in many ways, and those who were not compatible were immediately expelled. All kinds of evils are difficult to enumerate! I have known for a long time,
However, since Aobai was a minister and was favored by the imperial court, he still hoped that he would change his evil ways and do good, and that he would be able to maintain his fame and honor. However, from a closer look, his crimes were increasing day by day, and he was burdened by the emperor's entrustment, and he committed cruelty and wanton behavior.
Lose the hope of the world!
This section of the crime was very decent, almost to the point of "I have no one" in his eyes. Regarding the plot of regicide, he only used "bullying and contempt for me" to describe it. It mainly said that Obai's crime was that he could not stand up to his ancestors.
Zong Ji Huang Kao, I have failed to live up to the "hope of the world"! After writing this, Kangxi felt that he was not justified in his failure to deal with Bi Long, so he went on to write:
Ji Bilong knew that he was evil and kept silent. He wanted to protect his body and was responsible for the appointment. Since the crime of Ao Bai was obvious, I ordered all the kings and ministers to investigate his affairs publicly. It has been proven that his crime is serious.
They all planned to rectify the law and should have been punished according to the agreement. However, considering that Ao Bai has served for many years and that Huang Kao once relied on him, I can't bear to punish him. I will forgive him for his death. I will be dismissed from his position and will still be detained. If he has no party affairs, he will be exempted.
For this serious crime, the title of Grand Master was removed and later added to the title of Duke.
The rest will be easy to deal with. Kangxi took a breath and wrote through gritted teeth:
Banbulshan, Mulima, Asiha, Gechuha, Sebende, Taibitu, and Nemo were either ministers or bodyguards, but they all attached themselves to power and formed cliques to pursue their own interests.
Those who are treacherous and good at causing harm will not be pardoned and must be punished. The rest are all humble people who are just trying to get lucky. I can't bear to punish them, so I will spare them death and give them a lighter sentence.
At this point in Kangxi's writing, he wrote the two words "I admire this!" in big letters. After he finished writing, he read it carefully again. He felt that although the literary talent was insufficient, the meaning was very clear, so he did not bother to change it, so he picked up a lychee and peeled it off.
, while tasting it, thinking about it.
Wu Ciyou still lives in Yuepeng store. The "shopkeeper" is still He Guizhu. He Guizhu has been promoted to the head of the household department and a serious fifth-rank official. However, this store no longer accepts customers, and only Wu Ciyou, Mingzhu and Muzi live in it.
Xu three people. The patrol yamen sent twelve lieutenants to stand guard at this door every day, which seemed to be a nondescript yamen. One day, Mingzhu saw off his friend and said to Wu Ciyou with a smile: "Brother, this old man Huang is quite elegant.
I brought you something like this. I think my eldest brother must like this thing very much." After saying this, he handed over a scroll.
When Wu Ciyou took it and unfolded it, he found an ink painting with dense cinnabar seals on it. He Guizhu touched it with his hand and was greatly disappointed and said: "What do I think is a rarity? I can't find such a broken painting anywhere."
Here to give you a gift!"
"This painting is worth more than ten thousand gold." Wu Ciyou looked at it for a long time, his eyes suddenly shined, and he said to He Guizhu with a smile: "Thank you for saying every day, 'Chen Zi'ang's horse, Song Huizong's eagle, these are all good things (paintings)"
Son!' This is exactly Song Huizong's eagle!"
Everyone was surprised. When they looked closely at the seal, there was indeed a block of seal text, with the word "Daojun..." vaguely written on it, and the rest was unclear. At the bottom, half a line of "The Fourth Emperor of Chongning..." was written in ink.
The fine characters are quite real, but the name of the book at the end is unknown. Wu Ciyou smiled and said: "You see, this piece of paper is really full of loyal and traitorous people: Yue Shaobao, Qin Hui, Wei Su, Wang Yangming, and Yan Song have all collected this painting.
Son!" Mingzhu didn't quite understand this. She looked dark, not surprised, and said: "Since you like it, sir, then accept it!"
Wu Ciyou played for a long time, slowly rolled up the painting, and said with a smile: "I can't afford it, and I don't have the money to buy these things. Why don't Brother Mingzhu present them to the emperor?"
"The first person named Huang has already been given to the emperor because he said it was a 'plaything to lose one's ambition'. How dare I give it to you again!" Mingzhu replied, "Brother, just put it away."
"I don't dare to accept it either." Wu Ciyou waved his hand and said, "I receive such a heavy gift from others, what can I do in return?"
Mingzhu was not sure what to do, when suddenly the doorman came in and said, "Mr. Ming, Master Suo has invited you back! I also specially invited Mr. Wu, Mr. Wei and all the other gentlemen to come and have a drink." Mingzhu asked: "Brother, let's go together.
Are you going?"
"This is unavoidable." Wu Ciyou could only smile and said, "Brother Ming, take a step first, wait a moment, and we will disturb him together!"
Suo'etu prepared wine in the name of inviting Mingzhu, but in fact he really wanted to make friends with Wu Ciyoutou. However, he learned from Xiong Cilu that Wu Ciyou had received a secret edict from Kangxi and was drafting an extremely confidential strategy for withdrawing from the feudal vassal. He could not casually interact with Bai Bai.
Officials were coming and going. I was waiting impatiently when I saw Mingzhu walking towards me happily, and asked happily: "Are you all here?"
"They will arrive soon!" Mingzhu said casually, bowing to Suo'etu and sitting down, "I'll take the lead first!"
"I said that Mr. Wu will not disgrace me." Suo'etu said happily, "I have been so busy so early in the morning. There are too many things, too many friends, and noisy people. I just want to find Mr. Wu so clear and clear.
The noble man came to chat." He said this with a proud look on his face.
Mingzhu asked hurriedly: "Why are you so busy?"
"There are joys and sorrows!" Suo'etu sighed, first talking about the worries, "Today is the time when the thorns are cut off. Think about the time when she passed away, it was the time when the emperor was punishing the traitors, so how could he spare any time for her?
Cook well. I went to Chongfu Temple early this morning to set up a water and land dojo for her. I must try my best to show the love between husband and wife."
Mingzhu thought silently for a while, and suddenly she was overjoyed, and asked again: "So happy?" Nasuo'etu didn't answer, and mumbled for a while before saying: "You still remember Hesheli, right?"
"Then what do you remember? We haven't seen each other for just a few days - let alone my lord, I have to guess about this happy event!" Mingzhu frowned and thought for a moment, then suddenly became very excited, clapped her hands and said with a smile: "This happiness is bigger than the sky.
! If I don’t guess correctly, I’m willing to punish you a lot. If I guess correctly, I’m willing to make a big fuss!”
Suo'etu was naturally happy, stood up and poured him a large glass of wine and said: "Anyway, I have already finished drinking this glass of wine, please!"
"Excuse me, Mingzhu's eyesight is not wrong anymore, your niece must be the young master who will be chosen to enter the palace!" Seeing Suo'etu nodding with a smile, Mingzhu took the wine and drank it all in one gulp, then said, "Then she will be the queen.
Share!"
Suo'etu couldn't restrain his joy and said with a smile: "It's hard to say this. The Queen Mother issued an edict early this morning - and there is also the granddaughter of Ye Bilong - at the moment the Queen Mother is giving her
Dress up and go into the palace with us!" As Suo'etu said, he couldn't help but pour a glass and drink it, and sighed again, "If my deceased wife were here, how happy she would be to see today! It's tragic to say that she
Half of them were sick, and half of them were frightened to death..."
"Master Suo," Mingzhu said suddenly, "I have a way to bring you double happiness!" Seeing the surprise on Suo'etu's face, he told Suo'etu what he had just secretly planned, and said to Suo'etu: "Look at Wanniang.
How is this person?"
As soon as Suo'etu heard the words, he knew what they meant and said hurriedly: "You don't have to say any more. It's good, but it's just not possible! The Empress Dowager pointed her at the Emperor. I looked at the Emperor's intention and wanted to put Sumala in front of her.
I’m pointing it out to Mr. Wu!”
"You only know one, but you don't know the other." Mingzhu was drunk and in high spirits. She smiled slightly and said, "Wu, I know what Su and Su are thinking, and I also know what the emperor means.
, but Manchus and Han people do not intermarry, and the state-owned Mingdian, Wu, and Su are finally in trouble. Your Excellency is the most famous official today, and he is a Manchu, and he is highly valued by the Empress Dowager. All he needs to do is to enter the palace.
, is there any reason not to allow it?" At this point, Mingzhu paused, and then said: "Mr. Wu will definitely be reused. Why should a man worry about not having a wife? How can he stick to this?"
"I see clearly, this matter can be discussed later!" Before Mingzhu finished speaking, Suo'etu had woken up from a dream, but could not change his words in person, so he stood up and said: "They should be here, I'll just socialize with you first, I
Ask them to clean up another altar of Maotai!" As he said this, he turned back to look for Mrs. (To be continued)
