Father Han Gaozu

Chapter 257 The fear of being dominated by Emperor Gao

"Your Majesty, in the current situation, Your Majesty is seriously ill and unable to move. Only Your Majesty can take charge of the affairs of the state, perform the virtues of Duke Zhou, and spread morality and the world. You can respect His Majesty as the Supreme Emperor, and His Majesty ascends the throne as Emperor!"

"The world has admired the rule of the Son of Heaven for a long time. No one is unaware of the virtuous name of the great king! The former emperor was alive, and he left a legacy. The one who will stabilize the world in the future will be my king of Tang!"

"Now that His Majesty is seriously ill, the Great King serves by his side personally, but the affairs of the country cannot be ruled by someone else, so I urge the Great King to become emperor! Save the world!"

When Shusuntong bowed to Liu Changchang, Liu Changgong looked at Xuanshi Hall, thinking that "the terminally ill", "the life is not long", and he needed two or three concubines to serve his brother, and his face suddenly became darker. .

Since Liu Chang's rebellion, Shusun Tong was the first minister who came to see him, and he was also the first minister to ask him to be enthroned as emperor.

Shusuntong had a smile on his face. The minister in charge of etiquette and law was looking for various excuses for Liu Chang to ascend the throne. When he said this from his mouth, he thought that Liu Chang was not a good person. What about the faint!
Uncle Suntong didn't care who the emperor was, he only cared about whether the emperor would need his own school.

Although Liu Ying would not despise Confucianism, she was more inclined towards Huang Lao, not only Liu Ying, but the rest of the princes, under the influence of the teacher, also became loyal disciples of Huang Lao school. If there is an exception, it is only the King of Chu. and Tang Wang.

The teacher of the King of Chu was a Confucian, so he attached great importance to Confucianism, and even his son was sent to Chang'an to study with Bo Fuqiu.

As for King Tang, it's hard to say which school he belongs to, and his school is different under different circumstances.

However, compared to Liu Ying, Liu Chang has no fixed position. Shusun Tong believes that as long as he can show the role of Confucianism, the new emperor will definitely reuse the ideas of Confucianism!

The fact is just as Shusuntong thought, hearing these words of Shusuntong, Liu Chang was not angry, just stroked his chin.

"Uncle and grandson. When my grandfather made my eldest father the supreme emperor, it was because of filial piety. I didn't want to see him salute me. I'm afraid it would be inappropriate to respect my elder brother as the supreme emperor."

"Your Majesty, this is also because of filial piety! Your Majesty is unable to govern the country due to illness! Your Majesty would rather bear a bad name than help His Majesty to govern the country. Isn't such a move considered filial piety?" Shusun Tong said, moved Tears fell, and he said excitedly, "With such a wise king as Your Majesty, why would you worry about the death of a big man?!"

"Presumptuous! I am just a prince! How can I be called Your Majesty?!"

"Your Majesty! This is what the minister said from the bottom of his heart!"

"Okay, get up!"

Liu Chang waved his hand, Uncle Sun Tong got up, thanked His Majesty, and then sat next to Liu Chang, Liu Chang said: "Today there are only a few people to govern the government, I am afraid that many people in the world will be afraid, I know uncles and grandchildren. There are many disciples under the Duke's command, and they have done rites, if they can comfort the heart of the world a little, then the widowers will surely be happy!"

"Don't worry, Your Majesty! I will do it now!"

Shusuntong saluted Liu Chang again and again, and then he left carefully.

Liu Chang couldn't help laughing. No wonder Grandpa liked Shusun Tong so much. This guy is really good.

At this moment, a valet entered and reminded: "Your Majesty... Are you going to a banquet?"

"go."

This banquet was held by Liu Ying, probably to celebrate Liu Chang's rebellion. When Liu Chang arrived, everyone was almost there. When Liu Ying saw him coming, he got up in a hurry, beckoned, and asked him to sit down. In the upper position, Liu Changchang waved his hand and sat directly next to Empress Lu.

Liu Ying's face was full of red, and the past few days were quite moisturizing.

However, with Empress Lu here, he didn't dare to say anything more.

After Chang Liu arrived, Empress Lv hurriedly asked, "How are the performances in the past few days? What's the big deal?"

"It's not a big deal. Zhou Bo went to fight the barbarians. It is said that he beheaded the opponent's generals in the first battle, scaring the barbarian army to flee everywhere."

"This week, Zhou Bo is really powerful. He can fight any battle. It's really a waste for Ruyi to be the prime minister of the country!"

Empress Lu wanted to ask, but Liu Chang said, "Mother, leave these matters to me, you don't have to worry! I can even manage Tang State, but can't I cure this big man?"

Empress Lu glanced at him and asked again, "When will Zhang Cang arrive in Chang'an?"

"How does Auntie know?"

"Haha, it's beyond my expectations that you can sit in the Xuanshi Hall for three days."

"It's enough for Wang Ling to handle the affairs of Tang State. Anyway, there are many ministers who can be prime ministers of the state. I have to get Prime Minister Zhang here. There is a lack of him here. Forget it, forget it, don't talk about this. Now, this is a family banquet, and other things will be discussed later!"

Empress Lu didn't say anything more, everyone ate the meat together, Liu Chang devoured it, and even grabbed the meat in front of An, making An burst into tears, but this fellow laughed and said that he should give the meat to his father. It's filial piety and the like, and the angry Empress Lu is about to start.

Everyone was very happy, probably because they noticed that they were here. Except for Chang Liu, everyone else was a little restrained. Empress Lu was ready to take An back to Changle Palace. Before leaving, she specially instructed Chang Liu: "Lord, I heard that you reused Uncle Sun Tong and rewarded him with a title, as a master, you cannot reward and punish ministers based on your own likes and dislikes."

"If you want to be fair, those who have merit must be rewarded. Those who have sins cannot be forgiven, and you cannot decide such a big thing because of your own likes and dislikes!"

"Uncle Suntong has other intentions when he praises you again. If you can't reward you at will, you are your enemy, and you can't get angry. Learn more about your grandfather's Feng Yong teeth!"

"Don't worry, mom! I'm definitely not the kind of person who avenges private revenge!"

Liu Chang said confidently.

After Empress Lv left, the atmosphere of the banquet was obviously much more relaxed. Empress Cao sat next to Liu Ying, her face was a little lonely, and she didn't know what she was thinking. Ah, now that he is no longer busy with state affairs, I am afraid that he does not understand restraint, so you have to watch him!"

Then Empress Cao smiled and said, "Don't worry, the grown-up king."

"What do you say, the king, or the eldest brother listens to his ears!"

"it is good."

"Come! Xiang! Come!"

Liu Chang held Liu Xiang in his arms and rubbed his head. The change of time at the front end scared the half-year-old boy. The little guy who was still very noisy suddenly became a little silent and did not dare to speak. , Liu Chang is very good at dealing with children. After arguing with him for a while, Liu Xiang dared to speak, and he said in a low voice: "Father Zhong, there are soldiers coming to kill me"

"Huh?? Who dares to murder my Yuzi?!"

"Tomorrow, I'll take you around the palace, and you point out to me who it is, and I'll smash his head!"

Perhaps the tall father Zhong really gave him a great sense of security, and Xiang nodded heavily.

"Xiang, you don't have to be afraid. With Father Zhong here, no one can bully you!"

"If someone bullies you, come and tell Father Zhong, have you seen Father Zhong's arm? No one can stop him with a punch!"

Liu Chang showed off his thick arm, let Liu Xiang hang on his arm, and lifted him directly, Liu Xiang shouted happily.

A smile appeared on Empress Cao's face.

If nothing else, Liu Chang still loves this Youzi very much, and often complains that his Anbu-like father is not like him like Xiang.Every time I go out, I will definitely not forget to buy something for Xiang. Xiang also likes this Zhongfu very much. Strictly speaking, the little guys of the princes and kings all over like this Zhongfu very much, because this Zhongfu is very good. Fun, can tell stories, and is willing to listen to them and help them get ahead.

Including the younger son of the fourth brother, he always wrote letters to Liu Chang. Earlier, Liu Chang gave him a few hounds, and the little guy was very happy.

Then, the children of the brothers began to write frantically to Father Zhong, all wanting gifts.

It is obvious that Liu Fei is the eldest, but those still sons collectively call Liu Chang Da Zhong's father, probably because in their eyes, Liu Chang is tall and strong, and is the biggest Zhong father in a sense.

However, Liu Ying's other sons are not very close to Liu Chang, mainly because their biological mother is always flattering, and uses the child to contact Liu Chang, and wants to use Liu Chang's power to climb up, while Liu Chang I hate this kind of behavior, so I don't get close.

Liu Chang and Liu Ying were very drunk, supported each other, sang songs, and staggered away, saying that they wanted to play in the garden for fun.

Cao Shu sat beside Empress Cao, "Sister."

Empress Cao didn't look at her sister's face, and her reaction was a little cold.

"Big sister, why are you doing this to me?"

"What did i do wrong?"

"You did nothing wrong"

Empress Cao said calmly.

Cao Shu didn't understand very much. She lowered her head and said seriously: "When I was very young, you took me to play. Whatever I want, you will find a way to get my grandfather away, while grandma is busy. As for things at home, you cook for me, do laundry for me. You never made me suffer a little bit."

"My father and mother are gone. My elder brother was sent to be an official. Here, I am a blood relative like you."

"Why are you doing this to me?"

"Because I am the queen. But the wife of your most powerful prince."

"Father Zhong, starting today, you don't have to be the prime minister anymore."

Liu Chang looked at Chen Ping who was sitting in front of him seriously, and said decisively.

Chen Ping's eyes widened, his expression blank, why was the first thing after the new emperor came to power, was to dismiss me?How many pots has the old man carried for you over the years? !
King Tang, who has always been fair and never influenced his own judgment with personal likes and dislikes, made the biggest decision after taking power, to remove Chen Ping's position.

Chen Ping took a deep breath and said, "Wei."

"Father Zhong, don't be angry, it's not because of an affair, Zhang Xiang is going to come, the widow has to make room for him, so I can only dismiss you!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for saying that, I'm really not too angry."

"If that's the case, then the minister will return to his hometown, and I hope the king will take care of himself."

Chen Ping got up slowly and was about to salute him to say goodbye. Liu Chang hurriedly grabbed him, "No, Father Zhong, the world still needs you, you can't leave!"

"Then what exactly does the king want me to do??"

Chen Ping is also angry at this moment. In these years, although he has not stated clearly, he has helped Liu Chang a lot. As a result, this fellow has the power in his hand, and the first thing he will do is to dismiss himself.Apparently this is it.

However, Liu Chang pulled him with a smile and said seriously: "Father Zhong, I dismissed three of the previous Jiuqings. Among them, there is really no one to take the position of the young mansion, so I can only let you coming."

The so-called Shaofu can be understood as the emperor's steward, who manages the royal family's private wealth and life affairs. This position cannot be said to be unimportant, but compared to the aspect, it is still not enough.The prime minister at this moment is not the kind of later generations. To say the most basic, after the Son of Heaven has reviewed the playlist, the prime minister has to see if he can do it. If he thinks he can't, he can refute it and return it to the Son of Heaven directly.

In name, when the ministers encounter problems or implement policies, they must pass the state minister.

Among the three princes and Jiuqing, Jiuqing is like an official of the prime minister of the state. The prime minister is responsible for everything, and has great power. Just like Cao Can’s moment, Cao Can dared to beat the angel and reprimanded Liu Ying. This is not unreasonable, after all, Xiao He He dared to do so, he dared to openly contradict Liu Bang, and Liu Bang could only endure it. He couldn't bear it, so he let him taste Tingwei's three-day trip.However, this is because Liu Bang has such prestige. If you change Liu Ying, it will be a big problem.

From Xiangguo to Shaofu, Chen Ping's face suddenly turned ugly.

Liu Chang smiled and pressed Chen Ping down, let him sit down, and then said in a low voice, "I have already found an official for you!"

"The younger brother of Zhang Budo who is on the reserve, Chao Cuo in Tang State. Your son Chen Mai"

Liu Chang said a long list of names, and then said: "There are many young talents, there is a young man in Tang State, his father was a robber, so he was sent to Tang State, but he worked hard and was young. Serving as a subordinate officer in Tang Guotingwei. I have ordered that these young talents be recommended everywhere, and let them all serve as your subordinate officers!"

Chen Ping squinted his eyes, "Your Majesty wants to change the position of the young mansion?"

"That's right. In the future, the young mansion will have the ability to assist the emperor in handling the world's major affairs. I will entrust it to you, and you will decide everything. Even the prime minister cannot interfere!"

"The young mansion was originally doing business in the palace. It just so happened that in the future, the world's memorials will be sent to the young mansion.

Chen Ping glanced at Liu Chang, "Your Majesty is racking his brains in order not to deal with government affairs."

"Ahem, it's not that the widow is afraid of doing things, it's just that the ministers today are mostly old. If you don't hurry up to train a successor, I'm afraid that there will be no one available in the future. Young people who do great things, as a backup!"

Chen Ping was stunned for a moment. According to what Liu Chang said, the position of this young mansion is really very important. It even has to be the most trusted confidant of the emperor. Chen Ping looked at Liu Chang suspiciously. "Your Majesty trusts me so much? Shouldn't such a position be given to Zhang Xiang or Luan Bu?"

"No, it's you, Father Zhong!"

"In the whole temple, the person I trust the most is Father Zhong you."

"Oh? Why is that?"

"Because Father Zhong is the smartest person I know."

"Only stupid people think about how to deceive me and how to benefit themselves. Father Zhong would not do that. Father Zhong has foresight and is sensible. Moreover, I believe that the affairs of state are left to Father Zhong to handle. The world's traitors and evil officials can't hide from your eyes, and they can't escape from your means at all, no one can deceive you."

"Father Zhong, I am willing to entrust state affairs to you, can you help me?"

Liu Chang looked at Chen Ping seriously.

Chen Ping narrowed his eyes, "Your Majesty really thinks that the ministers have no such talent at all."

Liu Chang was very eager, and was about to speak when Chen Ping said proudly: "Since the king begged so much, how could he not help?"

"Hahaha! Good, Father Zhong! It's really great! Don't worry, when you die, I will definitely choose the best posthumous title for you!"

Chen Ping's face darkened, "This will not bother the king, and the minister will go to the Shaofu to take over."

Liu Chang is not procrastinating like Liu Ying. He does whatever comes to his mind without hesitation at all. The matter of the Shaofu is something he has only recently thought of. Select a group of confidants, the younger the better, and let them help me to review the playlist. Their status is not high, but their power is great, and they only obey themselves. When necessary, they can be sent out as officials, and at other times. Just come and help yourself handle state affairs, how wonderful!

On the one hand, it saves oneself from suffering, and on the other hand, it can prevent the decision-making power of state affairs from falling back into the hands of the ministers.

At the court meeting held the next day, Liu Ying simply did not come, only Liu Chang was there, and Liu Chang did not hesitate to sit directly in Liu Ying's position.

The ministers lowered their heads, not daring to speak.

"The widow is going to abolish the decree that people need to show when entering and exiting the customs. In the future, the people of the world will be able to freely enter and leave all places. What do the ministers think?"

"Your Majesty!"

Liu Jing got up in a hurry and said solemnly: "If this is the case, thieves cannot be prevented in various places, and the household registration will be confused."

"fart!"

"It takes half an hour to get in and out of a city. My country, Tang, has been abolished long ago, and I haven't seen any chaos!"

"You always talk about resting with the people, do you know what resting with the people is? It's not about not mobilizing corvée and letting the people stay at home and doing nothing, but to make the people feel at ease. This has overwhelmed the people. Now, what if the people don’t show their testimonials and go out freely? Thieves? What does the pavilion of my big man eat?”

Liu Changchang waved his hand and said, "This matter is decided like this!"

"Also, the widow decided to reduce the tax and dismiss the tax! Half of the land tax!"

"Your Majesty!!! There is not much food in the treasury!! How can we reduce it any more?!"

"What's wrong?! Now that the Huns have been defeated, they can't threaten the big man in a short period of time. What are you afraid of lowering taxes? Can you starve you? Have you been anywhere?! You old dog!"

"Besides Tang, how many people do you think are hungry? Let the people go hungry, your treasury is piled up like a mountain of grain, what's the use?! Are you waiting for Chen Sheng and Wu Guang to snatch your grain? !"

"You old gangsters!"

"Do you know how Kuai Che died?!"

Liu Chang roared loudly.

At this moment, the ministers once again remembered the fear of being dominated by Emperor Gao. After staying with Liu Ying for a long time, they all forgot about the emperor who once fought in the temple.Compared to Liu Bang, Liu Chang was already very restrained, at least, he didn't do anything, just swearing and abusing loudly.

Historian's hands trembled, not knowing how to record.

At the same time, Tang Wang rebelled. Oh, the fact that Tang Wang supported his brother also spread to all parts of the world.

(End of this chapter)