Father Han Gaozu

Chapter 699
"Father Zhong!"

"Father Zhong!!"

The two Zhuzi stood in front of Liu Chang, bowed their bodies, and touched each other's shoulders. Liu Chang rubbed his forehead. The two Shuzi grew up together and had a good relationship, but the relationship between the two countries affected Regardless of their personal friendship, after all, they are too close to each other, and all kinds of conflicts are prone to occur, and these two Shuzi are well-known iron-headed children in the clan, and they are unwilling to tolerate each other. After the conflict, they have been fighting until now.

"Have you paid homage to Emperor Xiaoren?"

"The worship is over."

"The clothes are also put on."

The two talked one after the other, Liu Chang nodded and motioned them to sit down, and the two carefully knelt down in front of Liu Chang.

"You came a little late, most of the kings have already gone back, and there are still a few who never left."

"Father Zhong, the road is far away, we will go all out when we know the situation."

Liu Ang hurriedly explained.

"I know, I thought you would arrive in half a year, so the Alliance of Kings didn't wait for you."

"The alliance of kings?"

Both of them were a little confused. They were just racing and rushing along the way. The speed and passion were staged along the way, and they didn't know what happened in Chang'an.Liu Chang gently stroked his beard, and said solemnly: "Yes, the kings will meet, I held a meeting with the kings, and all the kings feel that the earth is shaking, the mountains are shaking, and droughts and floods are coming. For the enlightenment, the two princes and kings need to be killed to sacrifice to heaven, so as to obtain the balance of a hundred years."

Liu Ang suddenly jumped up in fright, and shouted with self-knowledge: "Father Zhong, don't want it!!"

Liu Qi glanced at him expressionlessly, "Father Zhong, don't scare this idiot anymore, what did the alliance of kings say?"

Only then did Liu Ang come to his senses, and he didn't dare to blame Liu Chang. He could only stare at Liu Qi indignantly, and sat down again. Liu Chang smiled, "It's very simple. It's about the separation of powers. Worry, the matter of separation of powers is not up to you for the time being, and you have no power to share. The combined population of the people of your two countries is not as large as that of a larger county. Don’t worry about this, someone will explained it to you."

Both of them nodded, and Liu Qichang sighed, "It's just that I couldn't see uncle for the last time."

"Do a good job in the west, and if you do well, it will be enough to please your uncle."

Liu Ang said seriously: "Father Zhong, don't worry! I will definitely manage the country well and not disappoint Uncle!"

"Well said! When are you leaving?"

"Huh? Father Zhong, we just came here."

"Oh, let's pay a visit to relatives in Chang'an. The queen mother and the prince should go and stay for a few days. Go out!"

Liu Chang blasted away the two incompetent Youzis, and then continued to look at the performance table in front of him. Guo Xiang has already surpassed Xiao Xiang, and may be a little worse than Xiao He in terms of versatility, but as far as efficiency is concerned, this great mathematician of the dynasty, who combines mathematics with governing the country, is fundamentally invincible. It took only a few days to come up with a list of appointment and dismissal of local officials.

According to the situation and needs of each place, the officials' performance, ability, status, as well as their domicile, marriage status and other information, a big rotation was carried out for the officials from all over the place, and even marked in advance that they can rotate in the future In other counties, Liu Chang shook his head when he saw it.

What a horrible efficiency, if you can treat state affairs with the attitude of having children on weekdays, why should the big man be unhappy?
Now the old man is drawing up the list of governors in various places, and it probably won't take a few days.

Liu Chang was filled with emotion.

And those two princes and kings are visiting everywhere at the moment, and their first stop is to visit the Queen Mother.

Empress Lu looked at the two little guys who suddenly appeared in front of her, and was stunned for a moment before thinking of them. Now that the family is getting bigger and more people, sometimes, Empress Lu can no longer be like before. I clearly thought of each of my children. Empress Lu treated them well. She let them sit beside her and told her about the situation in the Northwest. The two of them rushed to talk about their achievements. Still have to be more aggressive.

In the early stage, the two were still scrambling to talk, but then, it became Liu Qi's meritorious service, and Liu Ang sat quietly in embarrassment.

Empress Lu chuckled, "So, the development of the Northwest and Northwest countries is pretty good."

"At the beginning, I heard people say that there were almost no cities, no roads, few people, and no cultivated land. Unexpectedly, you two managed to take care of that side. Yes, especially you, you have some Talent, Qi develops rapidly through contacts with Shendu, which is within my expectation, not unexpected. You are not connected to Shendu, and you can make Beiting develop and become an important cotton supply place today. We Very pleased."

Liu Ang was overjoyed and hurriedly thanked him.

"Well, I can't help but reward you for making such a contribution. Later, you can go to Wang Tianqi and ask him to send you a batch of supplies. You can use some others with confidence."

"only!!"

Liu Ang proudly looked at Liu Qi who was at the side, and Liu Qi looked at the old lady expectantly, even this fool has a reward, so I can't let it go, right?
The old lady was a little angry, and stared at him, "What are you looking at?! You are the most accomplished person in the clan all day long, do you still need me, an old woman, to help you?!"

"Grandson will definitely do his best."

The two walked out of Changle Palace, and Liu Ang was very happy, "The aunt seems to be a little different. She used to be scary, but now she is more gentle and kind, and she rewards me like this!"

Liu Qi also nodded, "Let's go, go to the Prince's Mansion."

Back then, Liu Xiang, Liu Ang, Liu Qi, Liu Xian, and Liu An were playing around wantonly in Chang'an, and they were known as the Five Unworthy Kings. Now, these five people have grown into qualified talents. During the crusade against the Outer Qiang, Liu An was in Chang'an, Liu Ang and Liu Qi ruled the northwest, and Liu Xian was moving stones in the barren land. Everyone has a bright future.

When they came to the prince's mansion, they were stopped by a stick just as they entered.

"The two second fathers!! I don't know where the sheriff is?"

Standing in front of them was a little doll whose appearance looked quite familiar.

The two were taken aback, and Liu Ang replied with a smile: "I am the governor of Beiting, this is the governor of Xiting, what's the matter with you?"

Liu Ci was taken aback for a moment, and he looked at the clothes of the two in front of him again, Xi Ting?Beiting? ?
He woke up suddenly, "So it's the two brothers!!"

"The widow is Xia Wang Liu Ci! Greetings to the two elder brothers!"

Liu Qi and Liu Ang were taken aback for a moment, and Liu Qi asked, "Are you Zhongfu's fourth son?"

"It's actually the third son. But the eldest brother said that the fourth is the fourth. I am very excited to see the two elder brothers today. I really want to host a banquet to entertain the two elder brothers, but the two elder brothers don't know something. , my Xia country is that."

When Liu Ci began to talk about the miserable situation of his own family, he spoke affectionately and pitifully.

The two princes and kings were completely dumbfounded.

Liu Ang pursed her lips, "I became the queen of Beiting, and this is the first time I meet someone asking for help."

"Being able to ask for assistance from our two countries, it can be seen that you are indeed desperate."

"Well, I'll send you eighty sheep."

"Give it!! No nonsense!!"

Liu An spoke loudly, Liu Ci immediately shrank his neck, Liu An excitedly walked towards the two brothers, the two also hurried forward, the three of them finally met, their eyes were a little red.

For people in this era, it is so difficult to meet each other. It is even more difficult for old friends to get together again than to reach the sky, so they are very serious about parting and seeing each other, "You are finally here! I've been thinking about when you'll be able to come and see me."

At this moment, Liu An revealed his true feelings, and Liu Ang couldn't help but said, "I thought you would act like a prince and let us go to see you."

"It's still the same as before. It's not like a certain person. After becoming a king, he has already forgotten the past friendship."

Liu Qi was rather annoyed, "You were the one who opposed me first and drove me away."

"Why did your people appear here?? The tribe has already surrendered to me, and you took them back to your side halfway, what is this?!"

"You don't have to face poisonous people, I need people more than you!"

The two started arguing immediately, Liu An shook his head, and grabbed the other's hand with one hand, "Okay, don't argue, let's go into the house!"

The three of them walked into the inner room together, and Liu Qi was still complaining: "You are your own people on three sides. If I am strong, you can live a stable life. Why do you want to fight with me? What do you want so many people for? Rebellion?!"

When they walked into the inner room, Liu Qi's voice stopped abruptly.

Because there was still a person sitting in the inner room, staring at Liu Qi uncertainly at this moment, with a chill in his eyes.

Liu Qi only felt his legs go limp.

"Father. You are not gone. You are here. You are here."

The person sitting in the inner room is Liu Qi's father, Liu Heng.

Liu Qi originally thought that Father had left Chang'an long ago. After all, Wu Guo always had unfinished business, even if he didn't leave, how could he appear in the Prince's Mansion?
He couldn't figure it out, but Liu Heng said coldly: "It's been a long time since I haven't seen you, but I've lost my temper. What about accusing my brother of rebellion? Are you planning to bring someone to seek rebellion for the country?"

"I dare not."

Liu Qi hurriedly knelt down on the ground.

"Apologize to Xiao!"

"only!!"

Liu Qi quickly looked at Liu Ang, "It's my fault, I shouldn't have sent people to rob the tribe, I shouldn't have been rude to you, please forgive me."

He spoke very calmly, without even the slightest bit of grievance or grief. Liu Ang smiled wryly and looked at Liu Heng, "Father Zhong, we're just joking around, it's not a big deal."

"The two countries are at odds, this is a big deal!"

"The two of you are so at odds, what about the people at the bottom? All these years I have only focused on governing the country of Wu, and I have neglected to discipline you, making you so stubborn"

Liu Heng is a very serious person. Even when he doesn't say anything, he looks quite serious, making people dare not despise him. Only when he is patrolling places, he will behave very kindly. Everyone says that Wu Wang is quite strange. He usually treats those in high positions very indifferent and serious, but he treats those in low positions very gentle and kind. People dare to say that, in respect of a big man with personality, Wu Guo's style will not make everyone feel inappropriate, on the contrary, he will respect him more and have the name of king of benevolence.

And Liu Qi failed to inherit this point of his father, he only learned to be serious, usually with a straight face, which is quite bluffing.

Liu An had no choice but to come forward and persuade: "Father Zhong, we all grew up together since we were young, don't worry, even if there is a misunderstanding, as long as we explain clearly, there will be no conflicts."

Liu Heng snorted coldly, and glared at Liu Qi, "I'm already a father, but I still have such a temper, come see me later!!"

After speaking, Liu Heng left here.

Liu Qi wiped off his sweat, "I never thought that it would be like this to see my father again after so many years, how could my father be here?"

Liu An shook his head, "Come to me to discuss some important matters. This matter cannot be disclosed to the public at present, but you will know soon."

"Is it a good thing?"

Liu An smiled wryly, "It's a good thing, but it's not necessarily a good thing when I think of the fine clothes and carriages I've hoarded. Generally speaking, it's probably a good thing."

Liu Ang was confused, what was it all about.

When the three of them met, they were very enthusiastic. After closing the door, they started talking freely. Liu Qi never dared to quarrel with Liu Ang anymore.

"Have you heard about the alliance of kings? It's going to be reformed, and many ministers are very dissatisfied. You didn't know that you were originally a Taiwei, but suddenly you were reduced to a county lieutenant? Come, let me talk to you."

The three chatted in the mansion.

After Liu Heng left here, he came to Zhang Cang's mansion again.

At this moment, Zhang Cang has just drawn up a list of several governors, and he is stretching out his legs, letting the concubine at home rub them for him, while he is leaning on the pillow with a face of enjoyment, drinking tea happily, and in a few days, I can enjoy a vacation of up to three months. I haven't taken a vacation for a long time. I am busy all day long. Moreover, I will have a powerful helper at that time. I will leave the matter to him, and I will just lie down and rest. This is so good, this beautiful life.

Just when Zhang Cang was looking forward to this wonderful life, a servant came over suddenly, "Patriarch, the king of Wu came to pay a visit."

"King Wu is here??"

Zhang Cang was overjoyed, got up hastily, and went out to greet him with a smile.

"Meet Prime Minister Zhang."

Liu Heng possessed himself and made a prostration. See you.

Zhang Cang hurriedly helped him up with a smile, "Please don't be too polite. In the future, we will need to help more."

Liu Heng raised his head, looking very serious, Zhang Cang invited him into the inner room, and the two sat down, Liu Heng didn't even exchange pleasantries as usual, but directly stated the reason why he came to Zhang Cang, "Master Zhang certainly knows that His Majesty is planning to use me as the censor. I live outside and don't know much about the situation in the temple. I know that Prime Minister Zhang is busy with work and it is inconvenient to disturb me. I just want to get something from you. A few memos from different places, and look at the situation in different places."

"Why bother?"

Zhang Cang narrowed his eyes, suddenly an idea came to his mind, and he became more enthusiastic.

"Just looking at the data, you can't have an intuitive understanding of the various places. How about this? I've been busy these days, and many state affairs have been delayed. If you want to understand, why not help me deal with these things Well, if you deal with these things, you will naturally be able to understand the situation in the place.”

Liu Heng frowned, "I haven't taken office yet, and besides, this censor is not qualified to handle government affairs. Is there something wrong with that?"

"What's wrong with this? Then Chao Cuo often comes to handle government affairs. Besides, it's only been a few days since you took office. If you don't know in advance, how can you succeed Chao Cuo? This is also for the sake of the great man. .”

"Your Majesty, I will send someone to inform you."

Only then did Liu Heng nod his head, "Okay, I'll trouble you then, please lend you a car to deliver the things to my lodging place."

"it is good!!!"

Zhang Cang was overjoyed. After being a tool person for so long, he never expected that he would meet such a tool person. He is not talkative, capable, and resolute. He doesn't need to be so busy in the future!

Zhang Cang immediately sent someone to send the piles of memorials back to Liu Heng's residence.

Liu Heng is currently living in a mansion given to him by Liu Chang.

That night, Liu Qi came here alone, and the servants at the door knew him, so they let him go to the inner room with a smile.

The candles in the inner room were flickering, and Liu Qi carefully sat aside, looking at his father.

I haven't seen him for many years, but my father's temples are already gray and gray, and his demeanor is more restrained, as calm as old water.

Liu Qi saw a lot of memorials placed in front of Liu Heng, just looking at them gave people a headache, but Father dealt with them calmly.

"Your mother is worried about you."

"I'd love to see you."

Liu Qi felt sore, "I also miss my mother very much."

"But you have more important things. The great man governs the country with filial piety, but sometimes, you have to give up the opportunity to be filial, so that the world can get the opportunity to be filial."

Liu Heng was still writing something, without raising his head, but chatting with his son as usual.

"You have done a good job in Xiting Kingdom, but I am not satisfied. You have treated the people too badly. They all said that the people know the power but don't understand reason. How conceited these educated people are, they put themselves in a daze. People know right and wrong, they know who treats them well and who treats them evil, blindly using strong laws, even if they respect you on the surface, but in their hearts, they don't know how much they will curse you The way of governing the country is to follow kindness and prestige, to love the common people, to punish traitors with a sharp sword, and to distinguish between likes and hates."

"Father, I understand. I will change it when I get back. The main thing is that my place is full of barbarians."

"Oh, in the territory of my great Han, all the people of His Majesty, how can there be any barbarians?! You treat them as barbarians, and of course they report to you in the way of barbarians. As a king, you don't even treat them as your subjects. Absurd!!"

Liu Qi lowered his head abruptly.

"Govern the place well, making them afraid is easy, but it is difficult to make them support. Don't always think about taking shortcuts. Only returning to the heart is a century-old strategy. Don't be so high above, either read a few more books or compare People understand benevolence, righteousness and morality better."

"only."

"Father, why do you look familiar to me with the memorial table you have dealt with?"

"Well, it's the Shangzou of your Xiting Kingdom."

"what???"

(End of this chapter)