When Lu Bu fled back to Chang'an, Situ Wang Yun was giving lectures to the emperor in person. Today's lecture was "Mencius". The court servants gathered together, sat down in the hall, and listened to Wang Yun's detailed discussion of a section of "Wan Zhang".
The first section of "Wan Zhang" talks about the discussion between Mencius and Wan Zhang about Emperor Shun. Shun was born unfortunately, with a stubborn father, a stubborn mother, and an arrogant younger brother. His family members abused and persecuted him, but Shun still served him filially.
Gusou did not dare to be disrespectful in the slightest. Shun became famous all over the world for this. However, as Shun was favored by Emperor Yao, his family not only disrespected Shun, but also tried to kill Shun. In the end, Shun faked his death and still loved his family as usual. Wan Zhang asked Mencius about this matter, what kind of emotion did Shun feel when he went to the fields and cried in the sky? Mencius replied, This is because he resents his family and longs for their care! No matter how his family abuses him, he hopes that his family will be harmonious.
It is human nature. Shun could not give up filial piety because of resentment, so he can be said to be a great filial piety.
The emperor listened for a moment and asked Wang Yundao: "Did Situ teach me not to abandon good because of evil?"
When Wang Yun heard this, he stroked his beard and smiled and said: "It is rare for your Majesty to understand this." Then he paused and said slowly: "But what I just said was about ministerial duties and ministerial conduct. I hope your majesty can understand it."
Therefore, we can distinguish who is a loyal minister and who can take on important responsibilities."
When the emperor heard this, he took the initiative to ask a question: "What Situ means is that those who can endure resentment and be loyal to the emperor are loyal ministers, and those who get angry because of resentment are not. But isn't this too contrary to human nature? Master
I have also said that repaying grievances directly is not a contradiction."
Wang Yun showed a look of relief and said carefully: "Your Majesty, you should not be so demanding when dealing with the people. But when you are in the court, it is a different matter. If the country educates all directions, it must lead by example, so that the country can last long. Zhongzong understood this.
Tao, so the selection of talents relies mostly on inspections, and the promotion of filial piety and integrity as officials is precisely to show that the court is righteous. But starting from Emperor Xiaohuan, inspections and promotions were unethical and filial and honest were not obeyed, so there were disputes in the court.
Don’t stop, this is what I want to tell your Majesty. I hope that your Majesty will be able to make amends for his mistakes here after serving the Yuan Dynasty.”
The conversation between the two seemed ordinary, but to the servants who were listening, the intention was very obvious. Situ was attacking the Liang people who were about to besiege Xijing. Although the battle of Jingshui was won, the coach Zhu Jun died, and Lu Bu
Although he took it out from Gaoling, he was defeated again in the Battle of Gaoling. He was extremely unfavorable in public opinion. He could only maintain his reputation by giving lectures to the emperor and resolutely not give in to the Liang people.
After the lecture, the emperor said goodbye to Situ and others, and the servants gradually dispersed. But at this time, a woman suddenly walked out of the side hall. She had a gauze face and wore a complicated and gorgeous palace skirt.
, slowly bowed to Situ and saluted, Wang Yun also returned the salute: "Your Highness Wannian." It turned out to be Princess Wannian, the only sister of the emperor today. Since the death of King Hongnong, only the two of them were left in the bloodline of the late emperor.
Princess Wannian was as fond of literature as the late emperor. Every time the emperor lectured, she would listen in the side hall. However, this time, she did not come just to express gratitude.
At this time, cold soldiers appeared one after another under Chang'an City. Princess Wannian also knew about it. She stepped forward and asked in a low voice: "Dare you ask Situ? There are some things that the emperor dare not ask, but I have to ask. Now that Xijing is besieged, do you
Tell me the truth, what are the chances of winning?"
When Wang Yun heard this, his expression was not flustered. He replied: "No matter what the odds are, the rebels will never harm the Han Dynasty, so why should your Highness worry?"
"Situ's answer means there is no chance of winning." Princess Wannian was silent for a while and persuaded: "What's the point of it? According to the Liang people's opinions, Situ will only be dismissed from office, but if he waits for them to attack
If the city comes, I'm afraid it will be a disaster that will destroy the clan."
Wang Yun was also a little sad when he heard this. He said: "Your Highness, what I did was not for wealth and honor, but for the country. If the traitor army shows weakness now because of its strength, how can the Han Dynasty lose its face? And the traitor army is bound to become even more rampant.
, The destruction of the law and discipline is right before our eyes. If I wait and fight to the end, I can still make the rebel army a little afraid, and say that the loyal ministers in the world cannot be killed. Only then can we save something! In terms of surrender and peace, I can say,
But His Highness and His Majesty, it is absolutely impossible to say."
Princess Wannian saw that Situ spoke so sincerely and was so dedicated to the Han Dynasty. She was speechless for a long time. After a while, Wang Yun said again: "Besides, if Bingzhou is willing to send reinforcements, it will not be a dead end."
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During the late emperor's reign, Princess Wannian went to Taixue several times with him. She was deeply impressed by Chen Chong, who was then a doctor offering wine. She couldn't help but wonder: "But the imperial court sent envoys twice, but they were stopped by the Liang army. Longshou was not there."
After receiving the news, will you really send troops?"
Wang Yun hesitated for a moment, but finally replied: "If it were someone else, I wouldn't dare to say for sure, but Bingzhou Mu is actually a minister of the country. If the country is in trouble, he will go there, sooner or later."
After receiving this answer, Princess Wannian felt a little relieved. She saluted Situ again and then retreated to the back of the palace.
Afterwards, Situ took an ox cart to Yongmen to visit Fenwu General Lu Bu. Everywhere he looked, there were injured and injured people lamenting over and over again. Lu Bu was also treating his injuries in the military tent. When he broke out of the siege in Gaoling, he was also wounded several times.
Fortunately, the armor was thick, so it was a trivial matter that did not affect his strength. At this time, he took off his coat and applied some herbs to stop bleeding, and he was fine in a few days.
After excluding outsiders, Wang Yun and Lu Bu said bluntly: "Now there are only 30,000 soldiers in the city. Can you still defend the city?" Lu Bu put on his clothes and spoke very freely: "If you can defend it, you still have to fight.
I know. If you can follow the rules, you can't leave. Don't worry, Situ. If I leave, I will take you with me."
This is not what Wang Yun wants to hear? But he can only breathe in his heart.
After inspecting the troops in the city, it was already night. Lu Bu suggested that it was dark at this time, so he could go up to the city wall and watch the movements of Liang people outside the city. Wang Yun was worried and agreed.
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Climbing the tall Chang'an City Wall always gives people an inexplicable feeling. Chang'an City is more than four feet high and eight feet wide. It has four walls. The longest side is eighteen miles long and the shortest side is more than ten miles long. In Guanzhong,
In this great and ancient land, Chang'an City appears huge and mysterious, and its simple and majestic temperament seems to be the product of ancient mythology. Here, people seem as small as ants, but it is indeed man-made.
Proof of the Chinese civilization's millennium of progress. This makes people feel an instinctive sense of worship, worshiping the ruler of this city, believing that he is indeed the son of God. Together with this, it also makes the name Chang'an produce magic, which makes people's soul
Dreams linger.
Wang Yun and Lu Bu rode horses and walked on the city wall, looking at the dots of fire under the city. They were all bonfires and torches of the Liang people. The Liang people in the north had crossed the Wei River via the Wei Bridge and were camping under the city. However, their large army was obviously
Still behind, fire dragons are meandering towards the north bank of the Weishui River, and the reflection of the Weishui River can be vaguely seen.
Chang'an City is so huge that Wang Yun and Lu Bu walked on the city wall for an hour, from Hengmen in the north to Qingming Gate in the east. They walked less than a quarter of the Chang'an city wall, but the number of people in front of them was even larger.
, they stood at the Qingming Gate and looked to the east, but they could not see the tail of the original fire dragon. Although they could not see the appearance of the cool people in the dark night, Wang Yun could vaguely imagine what it would be like to see this group of people climbing up the city wall as densely as ants.
, and what frightened him even more was that these people were bent on killing themselves.
Fortunately, the Liang people had not encircled the army yet. The accompanying Guanglu doctor Yang Biao suggested that we should take this opportunity to quickly recruit Feng Yi and Song Yi on the left, and Fufeng Wang Hong and Qin Wang on the right. However, when Xiwu was wiped out before, the imperial court had already recruited
If the county soldiers of the third auxiliary are recruited by force now, they may not have much effect, so Wang Yun is not interested.
After walking for a while, around the Fu'anmen Gate, the lights became flickering, and a strong wind came over, blowing away all the light. Before anyone could light them again, Wang Yun raised his head and looked at the sky.
, I saw a blue-white line drawing a trace in the sky. It was relatively short at first, but it quickly lengthened, slowly crossing from the northeast to the southwest. In the brilliant starry sky, this trace of light was as dazzling as a pearl.
, just after a while, it disappeared into the sky.
Wang Yun felt that this period of time was very long, but also felt that this period of time was very short. It took him a long time to come back to his senses, but the torches around him had already been lit. He turned around and asked Yang Biao, "What is the interpretation of today's celestial phenomena?" Yang Biao
He had previously served as Dongguanlang and was responsible for compiling "Han Ji" together with Cai Yong and others. Recording celestial phenomena was also within the scope of his duties, so he was also good at understanding celestial phenomena.
Yang Biao held the parapet with both hands and sighed: "The guest star enters the wing, Zhen, and sweeps Tai Sui. This means that the country will be in turmoil for many years! Are we bound to lose this war?"
As soon as he said this, Wang Yun immediately reprimanded: "Don't talk nonsense, the rebel army is unjust, how can the destiny belong to him and others?" Although he said this, the entourage and Cangtou who followed him were very scared after hearing this.
Some of the maids even covered themselves up and cried. When Wang Yun saw this, he strictly ordered them not to tell the story outside, and said to Lu Bu: "Sir, I will immediately bring gold and silver from the palace to reward the three armies. You can lead the army to defend the city.
Presumably Bingzhou's reinforcements will arrive soon."
Lu Bu said yes, but his eyes dodged, and he was obviously very touched by this.
However, since ancient times, the celestial phenomena manifested by guest stars cannot be concealed, and Yang Biao is not the only one in Chang'an who can interpret celestial phenomena. Since the founder of the Han Dynasty revived the Han Dynasty in response to the words of the Yin Fu Jing, those who are good at predicting celestial phenomena are invincible.
After a while, they all came to the same conclusion as Yang Biao. Soon, the Han Dynasty's destiny was exhausted and the prophecy of impending disaster became popular in Chang'an City.
Others say: Those who succeeded the Han Dynasty must have a high road. Now all Liang people come from Longban. Longban is so high that it cuts off China. I am afraid that the success of the Han Dynasty will be in this disaster.