The laws of the Han Dynasty are very restrictive to the officials of the Han Dynasty. Although the rebellions in the Han Dynasty were all from the Liu family, starting from Liu Bang, every emperor has been very strict with the people around him. According to the laws of the Han Dynasty, officials of different levels,
There are different numbers of guards. The highest-ranking prime minister has only one hundred and twenty people, and the number becomes smaller as you go down. When you reach the county, no private guards are allowed.
In addition to the number of guards, the number of soldiers and armor is also within the limit. The Han Dynasty is in the transition stage from bronze weapons to iron weapons, and the control of iron is very strict. Generally speaking, except for the emperor's personal guards, there are very few people
Dare to use iron to make weapons. Historical records record that Zhou Yang, the son of Zhou Yafu, saw that his father was old, so he secretly bought 500 armor shields, preparing to use them in mourning when Zhou Yafu died. Unexpectedly, someone reported him, and Emperor Jing immediately forgot about Zhou Yafu
Because of his great achievements, he ordered the imperial officers to interrogate him, and finally Zhou Yafu died in prison.
Zhou Yafu was the son of Zhou Bo, who was the founding hero of the Han Dynasty. He was killed just for five hundred pieces of armor, which shows how strict the emperor of the Han Dynasty was in controlling his generals. However, after the death of Emperor Jing, the emperor's relatives and relatives
There are signs of a resurgence among the marquises of various families. Many people secretly increase the number of guards and build armor. Liu Che, who had just ascended the throne, could only turn a blind eye.
Regarding Su Ren's words, Liu Che was also helpless and almost argued: "How strange is this? The emperor's relatives rely on their power and money to recruit the gangsters and powerful people in Chang'an for their use. One hundred people is not too many!"
Su Ren didn't say anything, just smiled: "Your Majesty, have you ever seen cutting down a tree? Before cutting down a tree, the woodcutter first removes the branches and leaves, then cuts off the roots of the tree, and finally uses a pickaxe to dig out the roots.
, after doing this, even if it takes ten or dozens of years, or even from now on, that big tree will never grow again!"
Liu Che is a smart man. He understood Su Ren's words as soon as he heard them: "What do you mean...?"
"Cut off its branches and leaves, cut off its arms, and identify all the guards and soldiers of each family. Even if they make any changes, it will be in vain if they have no soldiers or armor!"
Dongfang Shuo frowned. He had to admire Su Ren's foresight: "But, isn't it too slow? If those people counterattack, how should we deal with it, especially Princess Guantao, with the Empress Dowager here, not
Easy to handle!”
Su Ren smiled: "To be disrespectful, what your Majesty is most afraid of now is not the Queen Mother, but the relatives of the emperor. The Queen Mother is old, and Your Majesty is only a young man. Even if the Queen Mother can live a hundred years, Your Majesty
As long as you endure it for a few more years, if the power of those royal relatives is consolidated, I am afraid that Your Majesty will be cast in the shadow of those people in the future."
"The attack on Wei Qing this time just gave His Majesty an opportunity to use this opportunity to wipe out all the powerful people in the Sanfu land. First, he cut off the hands and feet of the emperor's relatives, and then cleaned up bit by bit until they were uprooted. Not only can Your Majesty
There is no obstacle at all. Even the emperors of the Han Dynasty in the future will be grateful to Your Majesty."
Liu Che nodded: "Although the method is good, there are many powerful people in Chang'an, so we cannot generalize them. If we don't let them in Chang'an, where can we let them go?"
"Maoling!" Dongfang Shuo suddenly said: "Maoling is His Majesty's palace a hundred years from now. It is currently being built and there is a lack of manpower. We can move those people to Maoling and keep a strict watch on them so that they can atone for their sins!"
"These people are attached to the powerful and do not care about production, but they exploit the people of Chang'an and live a life of luxury. If Your Majesty brings all these people to Maoling to build the Palace of the Underworld for Your Majesty, the people of Chang'an will also applaud. Mr. Dongfang, this place
Good choice!" Su Ren glanced at Dongfang Shuo and admired this guy's wit.
Liu Che thought for a long time: "Although the matter is good, it is also difficult to handle. Since you said that those powerful people are dependent on the powerful, and I want to touch them, they will naturally ask the powerful for help. If the Empress Dowager knows about this matter, I am afraid there is nothing I can do!"
Su Ren smiled and said: "It depends on people. Your Majesty should have confidence. As long as these powerful evil deeds are spread in Chang'an City, even if the Empress Dowager wants to stop them, she has to consider public opinion. Your Majesty must not underestimate the power of the people."
"What's the explanation?" Liu Che knew that Su Ren was a master at using public opinion. Last time, in order to protect himself, he dragged Princess Guantao into the water. If the Empress Dowager hadn't supported her, Princess Guantao's life would never have been easier. This time
Su Ren mentioned public opinion again, and Liu Che knew that this guy's hands were very dark.
"I recommend a person to Your Majesty. As long as His Majesty asks him to do anything, he will definitely do it. Even if he dies, he will not have any complaints against Your Majesty."
"Oh! Is there such a loyal person?"
Su Ren nodded: "Wumuya, I wonder if your Majesty has heard of it?"
Liu Che's heart skipped a beat. This was the Han man's top secret. Not even the outside world, even in the palace, few people knew about it. If he had to count them carefully, he could count them all with one hand. Liu Che wanted to shake his head, but in the end he nodded.
head.
Su Rendao: "This man was assigned to the Bo land with his father. Fast forward more than ten years, the Bo people were subdued by the ministers a few years ago and settled in Shu County. This man's mission has been completed. This man is Wu Mu.
A descendant of Ya came to Chang'an with Wei Chen, but he didn't have the chance to stay in Wei Chen's house temporarily. Your Majesty has an important matter to entrust to you today, and Wei Chen thinks this person is suitable!"
Dongfang Shuo didn't know the secret, so he naturally didn't dare to interrupt. Listening to Su Ren and Liu Che talking about the most secret things, Dongfang Shuo felt excited. Since the emperor didn't kick him out, it meant that he was the emperor's confidant from now on.
"But it was Leng Jun who made great achievements in rescuing Wei Qing this time?"
Su Ren shook his head: "Although he is not Leng Jun, he also participated in the rescue of Wei Qing. This person's name is Su Kai. Your Majesty, please ask someone to check the files. This person's father Su Dingding is among them. Back then, Wei Chen dealt with those bandits in Yuanshan
At that time, thanks to Su Kai's great help, the trade routes in the Qiang land were established. I guarantee with my head that Su Kai is absolutely loyal to your majesty. I have tried to win over you many times but to no avail!"
"Hahaha..." Liu Che laughed: "You want to win over my people. Do you want to test whether my sword is sharp?"
Su Ren waved his hands repeatedly: "Su Kai is highly skilled in martial arts, has firm beliefs, and is single-minded. He only wants to restore his identity as Wumuya. Your Majesty can use it with confidence!"
"Okay! You bring Su Kai into the palace tomorrow. I want to see him! If it is as you say, I will leave this matter to him. If you do it well, I will reward you heavily!"
"No!" Su Ren saluted quickly: "Your Majesty, if this matter is completed, Maoling will also need someone to settle down. If these powerful and rebellious people cannot be settled properly, there may be trouble. I ask your Majesty to send profitable personnel to Maoling in advance.
Prepare."
"I am willing to go!" Dongfang Shuo took the opportunity to come forward. Although this matter is difficult, it is also the time to express his determination. If this matter is done well, it will definitely have a place in Liu Che's heart.
Liu Che was in a happy mood and nodded immediately: "You are all my humerus. If this is done, I will be rewarded heavily!"
It was already ten minutes after returning home. Su Ren first went to the guards' yard to see the injured guards, and then asked Liu Gao to send people tomorrow to collect the bones of the guards who died in the battle. These people were brought by him from Shu County.
He had gone through all kinds of dangerous mountains and rivers, but he did not expect to die in the gutter. They were all Su Ren's cronies. Su Ren comforted them with kind words and gave everyone generous rewards.
Leng Jun, Huo Jin, and Su Kai were also injured, but fortunately they were not serious. Holding an arm, Huo Jin complained: "Brother, more than a dozen brothers died to save Wei Qing this time. He was the emperor's brother-in-law. The emperor is
No expression at all?"
"Sit down, you have no place to speak here!" Leng Jun glared at Hawking and asked Su Ren, "How is brother Wei Qing?"
"It's nothing serious, just some skin injuries. His Majesty has sent a doctor to take care of him. He will be fine!"
Sima Xiangru said puzzledly: "Wei Qing is a good person, and he agrees with us, but we have not known each other for a long time. Why do you care so much about this person?"
Su Ren did not explain, and could not explain. He vaguely talked about other things and covered up Sima Xiangru's question. After things were settled and dinner was over, everyone went back to rest. Su Ren asked Su Kai
He stayed. Su Kai was the least injured this time. He did not participate in the fight and was only scratched on the neck by an arrow while running away.
Su Kai's neck was wrapped with a thick bandage, which made it difficult to walk. When he turned around, his whole body turned around. Su Ren smiled: "Are you not used to it?"
Su Kai nodded: "It wasn't a serious injury in the first place, it was just like breaking my neck."
"Very good, it looks good like this! Come with me to the palace tomorrow, just like this, let His Majesty see how loyal you are."
"Enter the palace? What are you doing?"
Su Rendao: "Don't you always want to return to Ebony Cliff? Taking this opportunity, I mentioned it to His Majesty. Your Majesty is very happy and asked me to take you into the palace tomorrow. He wants to see you!"
"Your Majesty knows about me?" Su Kai was obviously excited.
Su Ren nodded: "Okay, let's go rest and follow me to the palace tomorrow!"
Su Kai didn't sleep that night, tossing and turning. He didn't say anything to Thirteenth Niang, and Thirteenth Niang didn't ask anything. Seeing her husband's happy look, Thirteenth Niang guessed something. Early the next morning
, got up early, found a new piece of clothing for Su Kai, put it on himself, looked around, felt there was nothing wrong, and nodded.
"This is the time you have dreamed of, I am happy for you!"
Su Kai was stunned, then stretched out his hand to hold Thirteen Niang in his arms: "Well! Both generations of our father and son have been looking forward to this moment. From now on, I will no longer be a lonely ghost!"
The couple had dinner together and played with their daughter for a while. Huang Shisan called out from behind the door, and Su Kai opened the door to face the rising sun and walked out with a high head.
Today's morning court ended earlier than usual. As soon as Liu Che returned to the announcement room, the chamberlain reported Su Ren to ask for an audience. Liu Che immediately asked Su Ren to come in and saw a short young man with tears streaming down his face behind Su Ren. Liu Che
He believed Su Ren's words. He was crying like this before he saw him. It would be strange to say that he was not loyal to him. Without waiting for Su Kai to salute, Liu Che came down personally for the first time and helped Su Kai up: "You father and son have suffered!
"
Su Kai could no longer suppress his emotions and lay on the ground crying. (To be continued)