Chapter 1065 The car is like a river and a horse is like a dragon
Guo Chong and Queen Yuan were sitting in a chariot under a tall canopy umbrella. Eight horses pulled the gorgeous chariot slowly. Surrounded by 500 imperial guards in front of the palace, each with tall horses and large armor
The carriage is magnificent and majestic. Behind the carriage, the two princes Guo Mian and Guo Xu are following closely on horseback. Behind them are the carriages of Concubine Mei and Concubine Rong, as well as the carriages of more than ten other concubines.
Guo Chong sat under the yellow dragon umbrella, looking at the brilliantly lit scene on both sides, looking at the crowds of people kneeling and kowtowing in darkness, and listening to their voices shouting long live, he felt extremely comfortable and content. He knew that although he, the emperor,
He failed to become the emperor of the ages, failed to expand the territory and achieve great achievements, but he still existed like a god in the hearts of the people. As long as the people still respected him, the Guo family's empire would still be there.
It will continue to exist. I am afraid that even the people will disobey the royal family, and that will be the beginning of destruction. Guo Chong still understands the truth that water can carry a boat and also capsize it.
From this, Guo Chong remembered how wise he was behind the scenes during the reform. The court's reform caused harm to the people, but the people hated Fang Dunru and Yan Zhengsu, and he was actually not affected much. From a certain
From this perspective, the deaths of Fang Dunru and Yan Zhengshu made the people release their anger and complain less about the court. From this perspective, the deaths of Fang Dunru and Yan Zhengshu were not without their own consequences.
benefit.
"Your Majesty, this is truly a beautiful time, the night of the Shangyuan Dynasty. The lights are like the sea and the people are like ants. At this time, I wish you great prosperity and eternal prosperity. Your Majesty, you will be healthy and live forever. If not Your Majesty,
Ying Ming, how can we have such a prosperous age?" Empress Yuan was very moved when she saw this scene, and said in Guo Chong's ear.
Guo Chong laughed loudly and said, "When did the Queen learn to say these words? Doesn't the Queen never like to say these words?"
Empress Yuan smiled and said: "This is what I feel in my heart, and it is not an exaggeration."
Guo Chong nodded and said with a smile: "The Queen said it very well. My great Zhou Dynasty will last for eternity and the prosperous age will last forever. That is what I dream of. But it is too difficult to achieve this. I am not confused yet, I know this
Although the scene is rare, there are many embarrassments behind it. I, Dazhou, are currently facing a big dilemma. I cannot indulge in the beautiful scenery of this good time. I have to be more sober and redouble my efforts."
Empress Yuan nodded and said: "The emperor is wise and I admire you. Although it requires extra efforts, tonight the emperor is having fun with the people, so there is no need to think too much about those difficult things. Put aside your worries, enjoy the lanterns and the moon, and be with the people.
Have fun."
Guo Chong smiled and nodded, stopped talking, smiled and waved around. The motorcade moved slowly along the Imperial Road towards Zhuquemen Square.
About half an hour later, the Emperor and Queen's car arrived at Zhuque Gate Square. All officials were waiting at the entrance of the square to pick up the car. When the car arrived, the officials knelt down and saluted loudly, and welcomed Guo Chong's car to the center of Zhuque Square.
The Royal Lamphouse.
From the beginning of the lantern festival, when all the lanterns were lit up, there was still one lantern that was not lit up, and that was the lantern made by the emperor, empress and two noble concubines. Now is the time to unveil these lanterns. The emperor, empress and two concubines
The imperial concubine will light the lanterns they made with her own hands.
Surrounded by the ministers, Guo Chong, Queen Yuan and Concubine Mei Rong entered the royal lamp shed. Someone sent four tinders, and Guo Chong and others
The lanterns were lit up in anticipation of everyone. There was thunderous applause and colorful voices. Hundreds of officials knelt down and worshiped, and thousands of people congratulated and shouted long live.
In fact, the lanterns made by Guo Chong and others are very ordinary. Guo Chong himself lit a Nine Dragon Palace lantern. It was just a giant octagonal revolving lantern hanging high on the flagpole. Nine golden dragons were coiled on the nine surrounding lampposts. Dragon
It neither blinks, nor dances, nor shines, it is just an ordinary decoration. The production of the revolving lantern is quite exquisite. When the eight-sided lampshade rotates, the patterns of flowers, birds and figures on it are exquisite and beautiful.
But overall, it is not even comparable to the lanterns displayed in some officials' homes, and it is even said to be compared with the lanterns of King Kangping and Guo Xu and Guo Mian.
The Queen lit a blessing lamp for a good harvest, which was simple and averagely made. Concubine Mei lit a lamp for abundance every year, and Concubine Rong lit a lamp for prosperity and prosperity. The other one was a huge red carp.
, one is a red peony flower in full bloom. They are both extremely ordinary lanterns.
In this regard, Lin Jue was still somewhat pleased. Judging from the lanterns of the emperor, the queen and the two concubines, the emperor was not extravagant because of this. Guo Chong still knew how to be frugal and did not do a good job in honoring the great success. It was a pity that other officials would
Wrong idea. King Kangping, the two princes and other officials who were accompanying him all felt a little regretful. It cost tens of thousands or even more to create such a luxurious lantern, but it seemed a bit like taking over the host.
Fortunately, Guo Chong did not blame them for this. After the lanterns were lit, Guo Chong stood in front of the lantern shed and spoke to the civil and military officials and countless people outside.
"Today is the Shangyuan Festival, a time for all people to celebrate together. As the old saying goes: After the Shangyuan Festival, spring gradually emerges. After the Shangyuan Festival, spring comes. The plan for the year is spring. The reason why I personally participated in this year's Shangyuan Festival
On the one hand, it is a festive season to celebrate the festival with the people, and on the other hand, it is also to pray for my great week, hoping that this year the weather will be good, the country will be peaceful and the people will be safe. I encourage all my subjects to work hard and work hard for a prosperous great week.
, work hard for your food and clothing. I will also work hard, and the officials of the court will also work hard. As long as everyone works together, we, the Great Zhou Dynasty, will surely dominate the world and never decline."
All the officials shouted one after another: "Your Majesty, your Majesty, and your ministers will work hard to govern and work together. Our Great Zhou Dynasty will last for eternity and will be prosperous forever."
Guo Chong laughed, waved his hand and said, "That's all. You don't have to be restrained today. I'm also having fun with the people. Let's enjoy the lanterns and guess riddles and have fun. All my dear friends, accompany me to enjoy the lanterns."
The ministers agreed in unison, and gathered around Guo Chong to enjoy the lanterns along the lantern sheds in the center of the square. The beautiful lanterns were pleasing to the eye, and Guo Chong was in a good mood. When he was amazed, he turned his head to the side.
Guo Mian spoke.
"Guo Mian, you usually like to dance and write. Why don't you write a poem for today's grand occasion? Let me listen to it."
Guo Mian hurriedly bowed and said: "My father has an edict, how dare I disobey it. But there are a lot of great Confucian scholars, so I really don't dare to show my shame. If I don't do it well, won't I lose my father's face?"
Lin Jue listened and thought to himself: Guo Mian has really changed recently. How could he be so humble if he were usual? If he were asked to write lyrics, he would roll up his sleeves immediately. It seems that under the guidance of Prince Liang, Guo Mian
The changes are not small. Guo Bing played a huge role behind the scenes. If Guo Mian could restrain his frivolous and playboy spirit, he would still be a good person.
But I heard Guo Chong laugh and say: "It's your face that's embarrassing, what does it have to do with me? I heard that you have been studying poetry and books recently and have made progress in your studies. Today is the time to test your talent. How can you refuse? Is it possible?"
Are you afraid of showing off your embarrassment or is there no reason? Come on!"
In fact, Guo Mian had already been eager to give it a try. Hearing this, he bowed and said, "In that case, I just have to obey my orders."
Guo Mian looked at the crowds of people with lanterns around him and paced in thought. Everyone's eyes were focused on him. Some people wanted him to make a fool of himself, some wanted him to show his face, and they all had different expectations. Finally, Guo Mian opened his mouth and chanted in a sweet voice.
"The wind is blowing the wax, the dew is in the oven, and the light of the flower market is shining. Osmanthus flowers are flowing on the tiles. The clouds are scattered, and Geng Geng Su'e wants to get down. The clothes are elegant. Look at the Chu girl, with a slim waist. The flute and drum are noisy, the figures are jagged, full of beauty
The road smells of musk deer.
Because I miss the capital at night, I look at the thousands of gates like day, laughing and wandering. The car and the car. Where they meet, there are dark dust and horses. The time is like this. I can only see it, the old love fades away. The clear leaks move, and the cover flies.
Come back and stop dancing and singing."
After reciting one word, everyone was shocked. Guo Mian likes to write and write, which is known to everyone. But in fact, his poetry level is average, which is also the consensus in the scribes circle. Just because he is a prince, no one points it out to his face. But
Today's poem really amazed everyone. They didn't expect that the eldest prince's poetry level had skyrocketed, and he could actually write such a good poem. And he did it right away, with a leisurely mood.
"Oh, this song is great. 'The flutes and drums are noisy, the figures are scattered, and the road is filled with the scent of musk deer.' It is extremely subtle and fits the current moment. What a good sentence, what a sentence. This poem can be regarded as the first sentence of the new year."
"Yes, yes. Although it is said to be in the upper reaches of the world, there is still a lot of meaning in the lower part of the poem. This poem is not to mention the first good poem after the New Year, but it is worthy of being ranked among my top ten poems in the Great Zhou Dynasty.
If the King of Jin is so proficient in poetry and prose, even I would sigh that he is not as good as him."
A group of Hanlin scholars and officials began to praise one after another. Of course, there was some flattery in it, but more of it was sincere praise. Because the level of this poem was so high that it was beyond the reach of many people. Guo Mian's poems could reach this level.
Such a height also made them marvel at how successful King Jin was in studying and how diligent he was.
Guo Mian seemed to be relieved, and with a proud smile on his face, he turned to look at Liang Wang Guo Bing who was standing aside. Guo Bing smiled while stroking his beard, and the two looked at each other in a playful manner. Lin Jue saw all this.
In his eyes, Lin Jue was just surprised by how amazing Yu Guomian's poem was, but he soon realized that this matter was not simple. He suddenly remembered what the little princess said to him that day. The little princess said, his father, the king
Recently, for some unknown reason, I have fallen in love with poetry and articles. I have kept a lot of scholars in my house, writing poems and lyrics, and they never tire of it. Lin Jue laughed it off at the time. Although the style of poetry in the Zhou Dynasty was popular, my father-in-law did not like it. He said
He fell in love with writing and writing, and his only purpose was to show it to others, so that others would think that he no longer had any distracting thoughts and could start enjoying life with peace of mind.
But now it seems that Lin Jue understands that his view at that time was wrong, and it should have another purpose. Guo Mian cannot write the poem tonight on the night of Shangyuan, and it is most likely that he prepared it in advance
As long as Guo Chong opens his mouth, Guo Mian can recite the poems he prepared in advance and win Guo Chong's favor. Even if Guo Chong doesn't mention the lyrics, he is afraid that Prince Liang himself will bring it up soon.
Bing is still old-fashioned, his methods are not drastic, but he works hard in the dark, and the results are visible today.
