One of the passers-by

Everyone from the princes to the common people in Da Chu knew that Emperor Yong'an, the emperor, did not come from the orthodox position.In other words, this is killing brother Shi and younger brother and forcing father to abdicate.

Therefore, after the Supreme Emperor abdicated, he still lived in the Taiji Palace where the emperor lived.However, Emperor Yong'an handled political affairs in the Xiande Hall of the East Palace. This move can be said to be filial and humble to the Supreme Emperor.

And these "certain people" are veterans of the Supreme Emperor's line headed by Pei Ji.

Taking advantage of the remaining prestige of the Supreme Emperor, they wantonly formed cliques in the court for personal gain, and resisted the implementation of Emperor Yong'an's decree both openly and secretly.This situation has been stalemate for more than two years.That's why Emperor Yong'an reduced the vassal kings after succeeding to the throne, and assessed the performance of local officials to judge whether they were promoted or not, in order to eradicate those virtuous veterans who formed cliques for private interests.

After that, they forced the old officials such as King Yanjun and King Yi'an to rebel.

And after this series of decisive killings, the officials in the court were indeed much clearer.Although the old ministers of Xiande headed by Pei Ji are still dissatisfied with the various actions of Emperor Yong'an, but with the lessons learned from King Yan Jun, King Yi'an and others, and the Supreme Emperor's warnings and restraints from time to time, the old officials of Xiande's small actions behind the scenes are much less .

This also means that the new ministers of Emperor Yong'an saw the power of the so-called orthodoxy.So he whispered in Emperor Yong'an's ear to ask the Supreme Emperor to move to the palace, hoping that Emperor Yong'an could officially move into the Taiji Palace as an emperor.

In the eyes of everyone, only in this way can the name be justified and the majesty of the emperor can be displayed.

But who should speak to the Supreme Emperor, and how to persuade the Supreme Emperor...has become a difficult problem for Emperor Yong'an.

As a virtuous, benevolent and filial emperor, Emperor Yong'an, as a son of man, naturally couldn't mention this matter to the Supreme Emperor.Empress Wei made it clear at the beginning of Emperor Yong'an's accession to the throne that she, as a member of the harem, would never interfere in government affairs.As for the new ministers of Qiandi's lineage... It is estimated that as long as the Supreme Emperor does not forget how his eldest son and fourth son died, he absolutely does not want to see these so-called "conglong heros" who step on his son's blood to rise to power.

So the monarchs and ministers discussed for a long time, but finally they set their sights on Duke Wei and Princess Pingyang.

It's just that Wei Guogong and his wife held a neutral attitude when the battle for the reserve was the most intense. Now that the dust has settled, they are even more unwilling to persecute the old father for some trivial matters. Therefore, Princess Pingyang declined this important task with a clear and firm attitude.

In the middle of the dilemma, Fang Xuanyi lamented Xue Yan's ingenuity intentionally or unintentionally, and only said that Xue Yan never tires of food and fine food, if this hot spring village can really be repaired so comfortable and comfortable, it will make people linger, but it is lower than the terrain. In summer, the damp and dark Tai Chi Palace is much better.

So everyone thought that Xue Yan had been involved in the only two visits of the Supreme Emperor to Lishan Mountain since His Majesty ascended the throne.Moreover, Xue Yan is the grandson of the Supreme Emperor, who was very fond of the Supreme Emperor in the past, and now he is also talking to the former son of the Supreme Emperor.If Xue Yan came forward to persuade the Supreme Emperor... as the saying goes, even if the Supreme Emperor disagreed with Xue Yan's persuasion, he would probably not be angry... right.

After the words were finished, Emperor Yong'an was really tempted.In addition, Xue Yan's small treasury was hooked, so he fully supported Xue Yan's move to repair the villa, and even personally ordered the Ministry of Industry to fully cooperate with Xue Yan's request by the palace officials who are supervisors and monks. And so actively promote this cruise tour...

Duke Wei and Princess Pingyang didn't take all the plans of Emperor Yong'an seriously.But because of the majesty of the emperor, it is not easy to refuse again.After all, the husband and wife had already declined Emperor Yong'an once, if Xue Yan was also blocked, Sacred Heart would be in danger, and Xue Yan's future might be delayed.

After all, Emperor Yong'an's succession to the throne is already a fact, he now sits securely on the throne, the reason why he tolerated the old ministers Xiande's jumping around in the court is just to take advantage of it slowly, and he does not want the turmoil in the court to be taken advantage of by foreign enemies.And according to this situation, it will be a matter of time before the old official Xiande loses power, I am afraid that the more the old official Xiande makes things difficult for His Majesty, Emperor Yong'an will put the blame on the Supreme Emperor.At the moment when Emperor Yong'an completely consolidated the power of the court and expelled Xiande's old officials one by one from the court, there was no father-son relationship between him and the Supreme Emperor, only the winner was king and the loser was bandit.

Such a situation is something Princess Pingyang does not want to see.As the founding princess of the Great Chu Dynasty, Pingyang has made great military exploits and is not afraid of the change of imperial power.As the hostess of the Duke of Wei's mansion, it is understandable that Pingyang does not want to be involved in the grievances and grievances of two generations of emperors for the sake of her family's stability.However, as the daughter of the Supreme Emperor and the younger sister of the current Holy Majesty, Pingyang does not want to see his father and brother turn against each other for the sake of imperial power, and even lose the last trace of affection——

Although it's almost the same now.

Duke Wei and Princess Pingyang are young couples, so they naturally understand Pingyang's state of mind.Therefore, although he was noncommittal about the plan of Emperor Yong'an and his ministers, he also saw Pingyang's embarrassment and never expressed his opposition.

But I didn't expect that Emperor Yong'an's event was imminent, but he didn't explain it to Xue Yan.Could it be that he has another plan?

Princess Pingyang listened to Xue Ji's father and son's speculation, and said with a sneer, "My second elder brother is resolute and decisive in government and state affairs, but he has always been indecisive in handling family affairs. I guess after seeing Yan'er, I am embarrassed to put this Let’s make some plans to announce it.”

That's right, when the uncle urged his nephew to go to his grandfather and persuade his grandfather to give up the palace where he lived... Such words, Emperor Yong'an, who has always been serious about his face, probably couldn't say it.That's why after summoning Xue Yan, Ai Ai didn't say anything during the period, and then let him back in a daze.

Xue Yan smiled when he heard the words, not knowing how to evaluate his uncle who is the emperor.But think about the final fate of the father and son in history... Xue Yan pondered for a moment, then said: "If we only talk about government affairs, I can't be involved in these important national affairs. But if uncle wants to talk to grandfather, it's hard to say My nephew is willing to give it a try. I often hear people say that there are no fathers and sons in Tianjia, but I don’t believe it. It’s just because I’ve been back to Chang’an for so long, whether it’s my parents, uncles, aunts or grandfathers, they all treat me very well. Very good. I also don't want to see the rift between my uncle and my grandfather deepen because of some foreign ministers. This matter... I will invite my grandfather to come over to soak in the hot spring tomorrow, and I will give it a try then."

Duke Wei and Princess Pingyang looked at Xue Yan, who was smiling slightly, and felt a thousand words in his heart. In the end, he sighed, held Xue Yan's hand and said, "Don't embarrass yourself. If you can't, Never mind."

In family affairs, every move involves the direction of the court.How can you do things at will like ordinary people's homes?If you are a little careless, you may be accused by thousands of people, and you will be doomed.

Thinking of this, Princess Pingyang regretted it.He hurriedly said: "Why don't you forget it. Anyway, Your Majesty and the Supreme Emperor are already like this, we—"

"Aniang." Xue Yan interrupted Princess Pingyang with a smile, and said softly: "Let me try first, if it really doesn't work, forget it."

"I'm afraid that if this is not done, someone will know the details in the future, and it will be bad for your reputation." Princess Pingyang frowned, regretting more and more.The old father and elder brother are important, but compared with the only son, they are a place to retreat.

Seeing Princess Pingyang's nervous appearance, Xue Yan smiled and persuaded her: "Don't worry, even if I try to persuade the Supreme Emperor, I will be measured. What's more..."

He is not from this dynasty, and he will always leave in the future.So fame is really nothing to him.

"What's more?" Princess Pingyang stared at Xue Yan with burning eyes, and asked very concerned.

"What's more, in this world, how can we live in the eyes of others? I'm exhausted." Xue Yan still had a smile on his face, but said in a firm tone.

Since he traveled to Dachu, Duke Wei and Princess Pingyang treated him with the best that his biological parents could give him. Emperor Yong'an and Empress Wei also did their elders' righteousness to him. I rarely meet him, but he is also a very kind and kind old man.

People are not plants, how can they be ruthless.By doing this, Xue Yan wanted to repay everyone's kindness.What's more, after spending so much time with the Supreme Emperor, he only felt that although the old man complained a lot about Emperor Yong'an's various actions, he was not in love with power and position, and had the intention of making a comeback.That being the case, Xue Yan was somewhat sure about persuading the Supreme Emperor to move to the palace and live elsewhere.However, in order to facilitate this, two extremely important humanoid props are needed.

Xue Yan has always been a person who thinks and does it.The next day, after breakfast, Xue Yan went to Tangquan Palace to pay his respects to His Majesty. By the way, he mentioned that he wanted to invite the Supreme Emperor and Crown Prince Wei Wang to visit the hot spring village again.

Emperor Yong'an probably also understood Xue Yan's plan, pondered for a long time, and asked: "Just invite the Supreme Emperor, do you have to ask the Crown Prince and Qingniao to follow?"

Xue Yan heard the words, and said vaguely: "The Supreme Emperor is old, and what he likes most is his son and grandson Chenghuan, enjoying the family happiness. Yan'er thinks that the crown prince and Wei Wang are the grandsons of the Supreme Emperor, and they are also the most important people of the Supreme Emperor."

If you want to impress the elderly with family affection, you should always show it well.

Emperor Yong'an remained silent.After pondering for a long time, I finally agreed.However, he replaced the eunuchs serving the prince and King Wei with his own confidantes.Xue Yan also understood Emperor Yong'an's concerns and was happy to see it succeed.

After bidding farewell to Emperor Yong'an, Xue Yan went to the Jiulong Hall of Tangquan Palace to invite the Supreme Emperor to hang out at the hot spring village again.In front of the Supreme Emperor, Xue Yan also specially called the Crown Prince and King Wei. The two young highnesses were also very concerned about the water park in the hot spring village. Hearing Xue Yan's invitation, they immediately followed over happily.

When the Supreme Emperor came to the hot spring village yesterday, he had seen this scene.Probably because old people like the innocence of children, I watched it again today, the same scene with the same people, the Supreme Emperor still enjoys it.Er'er smiled at Xue Yan and said, "Why don't you see your father and Pingyang?"

Xue Yan peeped at the emperor's expression, and said with a smile: "Father and mother are accompanying us in Tangquan Palace. I don't like to hear them talk about government affairs, so I brought the crown prince and King Wei over to play. My grandfather doesn't like to be with us. Do these grandchildren stay together? But we are too noisy?"

The Supreme Emperor waved his hand when he heard the words, and said with a smile: "I'm used to seeing you staying with your parents and mother, but today I suddenly don't see them, so I'm a little curious."

After a pause, he sighed sadly: "How can I think you are noisy. I haven't heard such a clear and clean laughter for a long time. The Tai Chi Palace is always cold and chilling. After staying for a long time, I forgot what a family was supposed to look like."

Hearing this, Xue Yan knew that the Supreme Emperor must have remembered the old things, and he didn't want him to feel too sad when he was old, so he pointed to the prince and Wei Wang who were playing by themselves in the soup pool and said: "When I was repairing the hot spring village, I I just think it’s too boring to just soak in hot springs, not to mention that the springs on Zhuangzi are no better than those in Tangquan Palace, and the water temperature here is not very hot, so I found a new way and came up with many things. It seems that the crown prince and King Wei also like it. It can be seen that this Living at home, you don’t need to be too luxurious, as long as you like it.”

The Supreme Emperor followed Xue Yan's hand to look over, and saw that the crown prince had abandoned his youthful stability and prudence, and was having fun with King Wei. Thinking of how the two grandsons got along in daily life, the Supreme Emperor smiled and said: "Kids like it." It's natural to play around. It's just that the ancestral system in the palace is strict, and His Majesty and Queen are also strict in discipline. The inverted prince is usually stable and mature, and he is not like a child of the right age. In the past two years, you have been with them It’s much better to have fun.”

Xue Yan smiled, and then asked: "The Supreme Emperor also thinks that the Crown Prince and King Wei are more active than usual?"

The Supreme Emperor nodded casually, and said: "A child, it should be like this."

After hearing what the Supreme Emperor said, Xue Yan smiled disapprovingly and said: "I think it's because the atmosphere in the palace is too oppressive. The palace rules and ancestors are so strict, and every move is controlled. Naturally, you have to restrain yourself. Impeachment by the official censor. So people are mature and prudent. There are no such rules in Zhuangzi, so the crown prince and King Wei are much more relaxed."

The Supreme Emperor was thoughtful.

Xue Yan continued: "I heard from Mr. Pei that the Supreme Emperor lives in the Taiji Palace and is very cold and lonely. So I often advise His Majesty to go to the Taiji Palace to pay your respects to show filial piety. But why does my mother always enter the palace to greet you? Hello, are you missing again?"

The Supreme Emperor sighed and stopped talking.

Xue Yan was well aware of the Taishanghuang's scruples, but at this time he didn't know it, and said innocently: "So I thought, if the Taishanghuang is not the Taishanghuang, but Yan'er's grandfather, it will be fine if he doesn't live in Taiji Palace At that time, A Niang and I will greet you whenever we want, and we will greet you at any time. There is no need for such cumbersome notifications. If the Supreme Emperor is very quiet and wants to stay in our house for a while, you can also immediately Just come, and you don’t have to worry about the eyes and guesses of outsiders. Just like the grandparents of ordinary people’s families, how comfortable and carefree.”

When the Supreme Emperor heard Xue Yan's childish words, he felt a thump in his heart.After pondering for a long time, he frowned and asked Xue Yan, "Did His Majesty ask you to be a lobbyist?"

After a pause, he said sarcastically and dejectedly: "Why, he finally couldn't help it? My son has robbed me of the throne, and now I don't even want to live in the Tai Chi Palace?"

How embarrassing are the words of the Supreme Emperor.Even the crown prince and king Wei who were playing in the soup pool were stunned.Fortunately, Xue Yan had already prepared for it. Those serving in the hall today are all loyal and cautious people.Therefore, although everyone was terrified in their hearts, they didn't show it on their faces. They still waited on the side with lowered eyebrows and narrowed their eyes, or they devoted themselves to serving the crown prince and playing with King Wei.

Xue Yan's purpose was revealed by the Supreme Emperor, but he still smiled calmly and said: "Don't worry too much, Your Majesty didn't mean that. It's just that I thought so myself, so I told my grandfather that. If my grandfather is really upset Me, that's all because of my imprudent words. You can just scold me or beat me up, but don't be angry with yourself. "

The Supreme Emperor looked at Xue Yan's cheeky smile and smirk, and the anger in his heart subsided slightly, but he still asked forcefully: "Then why did you say that suddenly? With your temperament, it's not someone who provoked you, you would think of these things?"

Xue Yan didn't know what kind of image he was, in the eyes of the Supreme Emperor, who was innocent and ignorant of the city's schemes.However, when he heard what the Supreme Emperor said, he still smiled and replied: "I know that my grandfather loves my grandson, but I can't wrong others for nothing. I really didn't teach me to say this. And to be honest, this The words can only be spoken by myself. Your Majesty will not speak, the Queen will not speak, and even A Niang will not speak. They will feel that they have no way to speak, and they are afraid of making you angry."

The Supreme Emperor sneered, squinted at Xue Yan and said, "Then how can you speak?"

"Because my grandson only regards you as my grandfather, not the supreme emperor." Xue Yan said straightforwardly: "Grandson is also afraid of making you angry by saying this. But compared with these trivial things, grandson is more worried your body."

The Supreme Emperor was even more astonished when he heard the words.

Xue Yan began to present the facts and reasoned, and said slowly: "Don't talk about anything else, just talk about the terrain of the Taiji Palace. When the palace city was built in the previous dynasty, they only considered the location of the Taiji Palace in the middle of Chang'an, but forgot about the location of the Taiji Palace. The palace is low-lying. Chang’an is very rainy every summer. As a result, Taiji Palace is even hotter and more humid, which is not suitable for living. Even a man as powerful as His Majesty feels uncomfortable every summer, wishing he could live in Tangquan Gong Jieshu, but also afraid of mobilizing the teachers and mobilizing the crowd, and spending money in the inner treasury, I dare not act rashly, so I can only endure it. Not to mention my grandfather."

"...Even if there is enough money and silver, it is enough to support His Majesty to go to Tangquan Palace every year to escape the summer heat. However, Tangquan Palace is sixty miles away from Chang'an. My grandfather is already old and his health is not as good as before. I can't travel like this every summer. Come on. I can't bear the pain my grandfather has to endure every year. Besides... I'll tell you something disrespectful in private. If the Taiji Palace is like this, it's just a palace, and it's still a very uncomfortable palace to live in. Otherwise, the former emperors would not have used Luoyang as their eastern capital and built a palace for pleasure."

As Xue Yan spoke, he got up and went around the Taishanghuang's back, and began to massage the Taishanghuang's shoulders.Following Xue Yan's kneading, the Taishanghuang's somewhat stiff arms gradually relaxed.

Xue Yan continued: "... Uncle doesn't live in Taiji Palace, he still handles political affairs in Xiande Palace. But grandfather, he locked himself in such an empty Taiji Palace day and night, with no people at all, I don't see anyone. It's so boring to drink alone all day long."

"... What does my grandfather think of this hot spring village? Is it novel and comfortable? Although it is not as luxurious and exquisite as the decoration in the palace, it is rare to be free and easy. My grandson thinks that this person must learn to enjoy life in this world. It's all empty talk, and it's true that I can enjoy it in my lifetime. Does grandfather think Yan'er is right?"

The overlord remained silent.

Xue Yan looked at the Supreme Emperor like a gourd with its mouth sawn, and didn't utter a word, but his eyes kept flickering, and his heart was obviously struggling violently.There is something in my heart.Looking up at the prince, King Wei and the palace eunuchs who were waiting on the side winked, and everyone withdrew with a tacit understanding.

Immediately, only Taishanghuang and Xue Yan were left in the bustling water park.

Seeing that the Supreme Emperor was still unconscious, he stared blankly at the warm water in the pool.Xue Yan pondered secretly for a while, gritted his teeth and said loudly: "I know that my grandfather has always been depressed because of some old things. But forgive my grandson for saying something disrespectful. No matter what happened before, now my grandfather is only surrounded by His Majesty Now that there is a son, there is nothing to be difficult between father and son. Does my grandfather want to be so depressed for the rest of his life, punishing himself and punishing His Majesty, and then telling future generations to say that His Majesty is an unfilial son? My grandfather doesn't want to have children and grandchildren like the elders of ordinary people's families Under Cheng Huan's knees, are you happy in your old age and enjoying the family happiness?" "...Even though my grandfather doesn't think so, my grandson still wants to be filial to my grandfather. If you live in Tai Chi Palace, every time I go to see you You still have to hand over the sign to see me seriously, if you want to see me, you have to avoid a lot of taboos and worry a lot...do you have the heart?"

Xue Yan's words were like the sharpest sword, piercing straight into the Taishanghuang's chest, so that the Taishanghuang almost couldn't breathe.He really didn't know how courageous his lost grandson was, to put such bloody words in front of him.Is he really not afraid that he will reprimand him for a crime of unfilial piety in his anger?

The Supreme Emperor looked fierce, like a tiger that had been stabbed in the wound, and stared at Xue Yan sharply.Try to get the answer you want from his look.

Staring at the huge pressure, Xue Yan looked calm, looked back at the Supreme Emperor's scrutiny frankly, and said: "Grandson knows that grandson is a junior, so he shouldn't say such a thing. But if grandson doesn't say it, No one told my grandfather about it. I would rather my grandfather get angry at me and beat me up after hearing these words, and I don’t want my grandfather to live in the Taiji Palace alone and use the Taiji Palace as a cage to imprison yourself. Ignore me, ignore the crown prince, ignore King Wei, and ignore A Niang..."

"...Grandfather, in fact, the world is so big. Apart from the Taiji Palace, there are many scenery in Chang'an City. Yan'er is willing to serve his grandfather, Cheng Huan, and accompany his grandfather to see many scenery...Grandfather is willing to accompany Yan'er and A Niang you?"

After hearing this, the Supreme Emperor saw Xue Yan squatting in front of him with a hopeful look on his face, and his heart softened suddenly.Thinking about Xue Yan's words and sentences just now, although they are harsh, they are loyal words...

As if the breath held in his heart was suddenly pierced by an awl, the Taishang suddenly showed a slumped state, a beam of sunlight penetrated the glass and fell on the pale temples, showing more and more the Taishang's weather-beaten and wrinkled face.He looked at the cold spring with some helplessness. The slides and boats on the water were already empty, but the water temperature was even more bleak.

The Supreme Emperor suddenly felt that it was too quiet here.The lively scene with the sound of children laughing just now is more attractive to watch.Just like his deserted Taiji Palace, the hustle and bustle of the day has long since disappeared.Comparing it now, it will only make it look even more desolate...

The Supreme Emperor sighed, waved his hands, and said weakly, "I'm a little tired and don't like to walk around. I'll just stay at your village tonight."

Xue Yan was startled when he heard the words, and immediately smiled in response.

The Supreme Emperor was silent for a long time, and then asked: "Yan'er is very good at repairing Zhuangzi, I wonder how you repair the palace?"

Xue Yan was startled again.Only the Supreme Emperor continued: "I am old and I don't like to make troubles anymore. I thought, for a while, I will live in your Zhuangzi. Go and tell Your Majesty that I am tired of living in Taiji Palace and want to Live in another place. As for where to live, he will arrange it. After that, you will be responsible for the repair project. When the repair of my new palace is completed, I will return to Chang'an."

Before saying a word, the Supreme Emperor smiled and said: "By the way, during this period of time, let the prince and King Wei come to live. In addition to your father and your mother, I also enjoy what Yan'er said, the usual The family happiness of the common people."