Once magnificent, now brilliant

The next day, the fourth prince Rong Cang handed over the booklet, and was recruited into the palace by the emperor in the afternoon.

"Is this idea your own?" asked the emperor.Probably because of recent worries, the emperor's face, which was always radiant, also showed a bit of haggardness.Supplements are provided daily, but they have not shown much effect. Even the old eunuch who compliments me from time to time can't say something like "the holy one is like thirty".

It's not that the emperor doesn't believe in Rong Cang's knowledge, after all, he has studied with the Taifu, even if he is not outstanding, it will not be too far behind.But he also understands that it is not as simple as it is said to let the rich and noble feel the hearts of the people.Just like a child who has no worries about food and clothing and a rich family, it is difficult to understand his heart and follow suit because of the story of the poor saving money.Most people learn from people who are envious of those who are higher in status and richer than themselves.Therefore, it is much more difficult for a prince to know how to mobilize the fighting spirit of the people than to let them learn the political ways of their ancestors.

Rong Cang knelt on the ground and said: "Father is wise, this method is indeed not what I think."

"Who gave you the idea?" The emperor smiled a little, as if he was not surprised by the answer and was also very satisfied.

"Father, do you still remember Qi Xiang?" Rong Cang asked.

After thinking about it for a while, the emperor remembered, "You mean the concubine of the Qi family?"

"That's right." Rong Cang didn't mean to betray Qi Xiang, but since Qi Xiang had already returned to Beijing, it was only a matter of time before his father wanted to investigate. His health is not good, so he is not suitable to stay in Xifeng, thinking about his friendship with classmates for many years, he insisted on taking him back."

The emperor didn't show any surprise, "I'm afraid this is what Tai Tuo meant, right? I still remember that Tai Tuo frequently praised Qi Xiang's knowledge back then."

"Yes. I don't know where it came from. Beijing has already begun to discuss the possible war, and Qi Xiang can't help but hear about it. Yesterday, Xianzheng went to give Qi Xiang some medicinal materials for nourishing the body. Qi Xiang asked about it." Did he really want to go to war, and he also mentioned that he might have to recruit soldiers. Xianzheng followed his words and asked, "How can the people join the army voluntarily?" Qi Xiang probably said this method as a casual chat. I think it is also a way, if you pass by my house, come and discuss with me."

Rong Cang looked cautious and respectful, "I also think this method is feasible, but Qi Xiang's status is sensitive, so it's inconvenient to mention it in the court, so I didn't mention it in the brochure. It's okay to mention it privately when the father asks about it." The son thought that although this method is good, it does not give the common people some benefits. Even if a man is willing to join the army, the family may not agree. After all, men are required to work hard in farming. But if the tax can be reduced appropriately, the labor can be reduced. burden, so that the people’s families should agree.”

Whether to mention Qi Xiang, how to mention it, and when to mention it, Rong Cang has already discussed with Xian Xuan.

Rong Cang can take the credit for coming up with the idea, but the emperor may not be easy to fool, if asked, it is better to tell the truth.As for the tax cuts that may displease the emperor, Rong Cang decided to take care of himself. First, he could win Qi Xiang's favor in front of the emperor, and second, even if the emperor was really unhappy, he could say a few words at most so that Qi Xiang would not be hurt. Xiang.

——True wisdom is often the wisdom hidden in the heart.

In order to achieve the effect as soon as possible, the state treasury allocated silver taels, and spread the decree quickly, asking local governments to set up theaters and sing war-related dramas in turn, so as to arouse the hearts of the people as much as possible. Any behavior that disturbs singing and listening to dramas will be dealt with according to national law .

Because it is the emperor's will not to publicize, the common people only think that it is the government's work. The common people are very happy to entertain the common people. It is the cheapest way to listen to the show.

On Qixiang's side, Shizhou has already found someone to look at a piece of land. It's on Qingyun Mountain in the suburbs of Beijing. The hillside is not high, it is remote and quiet, and there are few people.

The stele has been erected, but Shi Zhou also dug the tomb in advance.After Qi Xiang arrived, he put the ashes in the graves and filled them with his own hands to express his grief.

Butler Pan burned two pieces of paper in front of the stele, and said to each other, hoping that Aunt Fang and Liang Fu will be alive again, and wish the son a hundred years of Chang'an and good health.

But Shizhou squatted in front of Liang Fu's tombstone, took the paper money from Butler Pan and helped burn it.

While burying his mother, Qi Xiang said: "Mother, everything is fine with me, and I have returned to Beijing now. The master and the Taifu have taken good care of me, so don't worry about me. I let you follow me a lot, and now I can finally be buried in the earth." For your safety, I set up a memorial tablet for you, and I will often go to pay homage to you in the future."

After filling in the mother's side, Qi Xiang turned to fill in Liang Fu's, "You followed me since childhood, I didn't let you live a good life, and let you die because of me, I am sorry for you. Now, those Several people have died, but I am still not satisfied. I always feel that it is not enough, but I don’t know what else to do. I also offered a tablet for you. When I get better, I will ask for a longevity card for you. Maybe it can make up for me. Feel the guilt in your heart."

But Shizhou walked over, patted him on the shoulder, and helped him fill the soil together, "Don't be too sad, your guilt may not be what Liang Fu would like to see."

"It is precisely because he is too pure and kind, and never does evil to others, that I feel more guilty." Qi Xiang said in a hoarse voice.Such a young man, if he hadn't followed him, would have had a different world.

"It's his wish to protect you. If you are immersed in self-blame, you will fail his kindness." Que Shizhou persuaded.

Qi Xiang grabbed the soil on the ground - there were some things that he might not be able to let go of in his life.

The operas from various places have been sung for several days, and the response is getting weaker and weaker. There are only a few plays back and forth.Ordinary people are not the wives of high-ranking officials and noble families. They have nothing to do. They can invite a troupe to listen to them for several days.They all still have work to do, and it is impossible to guard a stage that can only sing a few plays all day long.

The booklets were delivered to Beijing like snowflakes. The gratifying situation of the first two days made the emperor very confident, but then the situation became more and more unsatisfactory, and the emperor frowned again.

The fourth prince was summoned into the palace again, and the emperor said: "The generals going out to battle and the battle at Wenbingpo, which are being sung now, have been sung too much and the common people are not interested. What do you think should be done?"

Rong Cang thought for a while and said, "Should we let them sing "The Female General Joins the Army" and "Crossing the Boat on the Four Rivers"?"

This time it wasn't that Rong Cang didn't want to come up with an idea, but that he didn't know either.There are only a few plays back and forth. Even if the common people don’t listen to them often on weekdays, they will have a lot of fun during the New Year’s Eve. After listening to one play, it’s really not that new. Even if you listen to it more, what you care about is the singing. It's not the story itself.

The emperor looked disappointed.As far as the situation of the previous two days is concerned, this method is obviously useful, but the play is wrong.But how to solve it is also a problem.

After thinking for a moment, the emperor said: "I heard that Qi Xiang had some problems with Jun Yu before? How is it now?"

Rong Cang didn't understand why he turned to Qi Xiang and Bai Junyu again while he was talking about drama, but he still replied seriously: "That was just because I was young and ignorant back then, how could I hold grudges? No quarrel."

"You don't think Qi Xiang is a grudge?"

Speaking of this, Rong Cang understood what his father meant after a little thought—the Qi family was ordered to be disposed of by his father, and now his father intends to use Qi Xiang, so he wants to see if Qi Xiang can be used by him .

Rong Cang naturally wanted to seize this good opportunity to speak for Qi Xiang, so he quickly replied: "Qi Xiang has always been calm and introspective, not a paranoid person. The Taifu also praised him very much before. In this regard, learning is second to none, and character is even more rare. I haven't seen how Qi Xiang and Jun Yu get along with each other now, but I went to visit the Taifu to ask for advice, and I heard the Taifu mentioned that the two get along well. I also sent things to Qi Xiang twice, so it can be seen that the past has been put aside."

The emperor nodded in satisfaction, "That's good, he has grown up in the past few years, and he must understand the principles better than before."

"Exactly."

The emperor put the annoying book aside, and said: "Then you go to Qi Xiang's and ask him what to do in this situation. After all, he came up with the idea of ​​singing an opera, and now it's okay for him to think of a regulation." Too much."

"Yes. But father, if Qi Xiang has no idea, please don't blame him. After all, what he said was just chatting with Xianxuan. I don't know if I used it to offer advice." He will not forget the place where Xiang was picked clean.

The emperor smiled and said: "It's natural, don't worry."

"Thank you, Father!"

In the afternoon, Rong Cang asked Bai Junyu to go to Qi Xiang's courtyard together.

Originally, Rong Cang wanted Xian Xing to accompany him, but among them, Xian Xing had the closest relationship with Qi Xiang.But Xianxuan went to the theater with the Taifu, and Rong Cang didn't want to disturb the old man's interest, so he called Bai Junyu to come.

Qi Xiang just came back from the outside with a scarf on her face.

Exempting the ceremony, Rong Cang asked, "Where have you been?"

Qi Xiang pulled down the scarf, but still didn't take it off. After sitting down, she replied, "Er Mian ordered some clothes for me, and I went to try them on today."

There are a few inappropriate things that need to be corrected, and they will be sent together when they are corrected, so there is no need for him to make another trip.

Rong Cang said ashamedly: "I was negligent. I have some good materials there. I will send them to you later."

Qi Xiang declined and said: "No need, His Highness's things are regulated, and it is inconvenient for me to use them."

Rong Cang should be scrupulous after thinking about it, but he couldn't help himself, "Don't worry, I will give you what you can use."

Qi Xiang thought about what will happen next, and didn't care too much about it, and asked, "I don't know why His Highness came here?"

Bai Junyu sat across from Qi Xiang, brushing his scarf from time to time, without saying a word.

Rong Cang was not in vain, and informed Qi Xiang of the current situation.

Qi Xiang was not surprised, "Indeed, if you listen to too many good plays, that's it. Why don't you write a new play."

"New drama?" Rong Cang never thought of this idea at all.

Qi Xiang nodded, "New dramas can be created based on the current situation. The content should not be too complicated. The important thing is to bring out the hearts of the people. There are many Koreans and Chinese, and there is always someone who can write a suitable story. When the time comes, it will be adapted into a script, and then It will be sung by the music department in the palace to imitate the music, and it will be completed in a few days. If it is sent to teach, the singers will have some understanding, and they will not be too slow to learn. At that time, the common people will be able to listen to it a few times for freshness. I am also more willing to understand the content, and my xinxing will naturally rise."

Rong Cang was excited, got up and said, "That's it!"

Qi Xiang said with a smile: "Looking at your highness, I don't think I need to keep a meal. You go back and prepare the booklet and hand it over. You can also think about new drama stories when you are free, and share your worries for the emperor."

Rong Cang couldn't wait to go back and pick up his pen, but he felt that it was unethical to leave after listening, so he patted Bai Junyu on the shoulder and said, "Xi Ze, stay and accompany Wen Jing for me. I invite you to dinner!"

Bai Junyu, who was left behind, was not annoyed. When he and Qi Xiang were the only ones left, he stretched out his hand and tore off Qi Xiang's neckerchief, saying, "What are you wearing this for? It's pretty good."

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