"The sound of firecrackers eliminates the new year, and the spring breeze brings warmth to Tusu."
The pen rests for a moment, then the pen is lifted and the words are written:
"Thousands of families are always replacing old talismans with new peaches."
After the rice paper was laid flat, Li Jing stood up with the penholder in hand. She was increasingly satisfied with her large block letters, especially the black and white characters, which looked particularly pleasing to the eye.
Immediately, a eunuch came forward and carefully picked up the rice paper. After a quick glance, he immediately chanted loudly.
"The holy emperor wrote [Yuan Day] to give it to the people of the world."
"Firecrackers..."
After the hymn was finished, there was an exclamation of exclamation in the hall, everyone praised him, and finally congratulated him together. lay a foundation
"The majesty of the Holy One is unparalleled, and with his pen, he will definitely bring another blessing to the world."
Li Jing coughed, handed the brush in his hand to the attendant, and then sat back down. At the same time, he ordered: "Keep the original work alive and give it to Zhang Jijiu when he comes back."
These words were spoken loudly, and most of the officials in the palace could hear them. They all felt envious and secretly sighed that the emperor was too kind to Zhang Zifan.
Not only could Enzheng not come to the banquet of hundreds of officials on New Year's Eve, but even these exquisite imperial paintings that symbolized the new year's atmosphere were specially reserved for him.
How can one not feel jealous!
Among your highnesses, only Zuo Pushe Feng Dao seemed satisfied. Being used as a shield by Li Jing yesterday was not without gain. At that time, he asked Li Jing for an auspicious poem and took it home to hang it up.
How can the blessings here be enjoyed by others? lay a foundation
Sitting at the top of the steps of the main hall, he could clearly see the changes in the expressions of the officials below. Li Jing thought about it for a moment and thought that he really couldn't be too partial.
Just as he was about to write some words of blessing or something to give some officials some subsidies, a slightly older voice sounded.
"My Majesty, Ma Yin, wishes to express my blessings to Your Majesty. The twenty-nine states of Southern Chu have been favored by the Tang Dynasty, so that the people can live in peace and the agriculture and mulberry trees can prosper. Previously, Zhu Wen caused trouble in the Central Plains and stained the land of Southern Chu. I could not bear his power and was very angry. The thief used it and reluctantly gave him the title of King of Chu.
But now that your Majesty has wiped out Zhu Liang and stabilized Yu Nei, he is the true co-owner of the world. I no longer have the honor to accept the title of a prince. I hope that your majesty will remove the title so that I can meet the late emperor in the future..."
The peaceful atmosphere in the hall suddenly stagnated. The civil and military officials looked at each other, and then looked at King Chu Ma Yin who was bowing down in the center of the hall.
Then, they each looked at the king of Shu, the king of Wu and Yue and other princes who were sitting in the palace. Their eyes showed their thoughts, but no one said anything.
Although it happened suddenly, Li Jing just played with her chin with one hand and looked at Ma Yin with a playful look, but did not say anything immediately. lay a foundation
This King of Chu, Ma Yin, was a pragmatic man. He had been a local feudal official before. After Zhu Wen became emperor, he professed his title to Liang and received the title of King of Chu. When Li Jingcai had just conquered Chang'an, he invited Chu to join him. He wanted to go to Liang, but Ma Yin politely refused.
Are you like this now because you are afraid of settling old scores?
With this thought in his mind, Li Jing just smiled lightly, then waved his hand and said with a smile: "King Chu, why do you need to do this? Don't discuss these things during the Chinese New Year. The title is just a title, why do you need to do this? I’m confused again and again. As far as I know, Chu Land has always had clear political affairs and people living in peace and harmony in these years... Please get up quickly, don’t give such a big gift, don’t let everyone’s atmosphere cool down. "
During this period, Wang Jian, the king of Shu, and Qian Miao, the king of Wu and Yue, were both a little uneasy. They looked ugly, and they seemed to wonder whether they should resign together with Ma Yin.
Fortunately, with Li Jing's comfort, several princes and kings in the palace felt a little more at ease. After Ma Yin finally stood up, they all raised their glasses and toasted to lighten the atmosphere.
The ministers in the palace didn't know what Li Jing was planning, so they could only talk and laugh in agreement.
Nowadays, there are Jin and Yan in the north that have not yet been pacified. If you are anxious to reduce the feudal vassalage, it is indeed easy to take too big a step and cause trouble. lay a foundation
But after Li Jing put down his glass, he suddenly stood up and smiled with a warm expression.
"However, when the world is finally settled, there are still many unclear things that I am still puzzled about. The kings of Chu, Shu, and Wu and Yue are all ministers of Honggu in the Tang Dynasty, and I am afraid they are very knowledgeable in government affairs and world affairs.
In addition to the renovation of Luoyang, many new things have been added during it. The kings of Chu will return to the vassal land in a hurry and live in Luoyang for a while. After I have solved the unsolved matters, I will return to the fiefdom. What do you think? "
"ah?"
The King of Shu raised his head in surprise, almost spitting out the wine in his mouth, and his face turned red from holding back. But after Li Jing glanced over, he lowered his head in a hurry and tried to cover up.
This kid is holding back his amplified moves!
Several princes and kings looked at each other, but they could only see the helplessness in each other's eyes. lay a foundation
Although Li Jing said it nicely, he actually put them under house arrest in Luoyang City in disguise. It's not up to them to decide whether to return or not.
And I'm afraid, whether I can go back is another question...
After seeing the expressions of several people, Li Jing just laughed and suggested: "If you are so homesick, I can't force you to stay..."
"I would like to be by your Majesty's side and do my best for the Tang Dynasty."
Ma Yin was the first to open his mouth, with a smile on his face, and even drank a large glass of wine in front of his understanding.
What a scourge the old man is!
Several other princes and kings had no choice but to agree with Li Jing's suggestion. lay a foundation
Compared with suddenly forcibly reducing the vassal status in the future, this can at least allow the whole family to have a happy ending. Although the power is gone, at least it is not impossible to have a hereditary marquis in the future and be rich and prosperous for generations.
With such cooperation, of course everyone is happy, the musicians play music, the dancers dance with them, and the hall suddenly becomes lively again.
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After the official banquet was over, Li Jing finally had time for his own family on New Year's Eve.
Today, he used some not-so-glorious means to seize the power of several princes, and he was still in a happy mood. When Li Jing returned to the harem to accompany the girls, he was still in a happy mood.
Although the method is a bit despicable, it is still easier than fighting to the death.
At this moment, Chi Meng was still making Kongming lanterns accompanied by several holy ladies. He was dressed in a bright red plush outfit, which looked more like the New Year. lay a foundation
Although Ba Ge was sitting alone on the other side, pretending to read a book, he still flirted with Li Jing from time to time.
She was indeed satisfied with what happened last night.
Only Li Jing ran on both sides, terrified.
The empress sat quietly beside Li Jing, with a kitten named "Meiguo" lying in her arms. While watching the snow scene, she could touch one from time to time.
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Ji Ruxue was squeezing Li Jing's shoulders from behind, and she could hear the few jokes he told the empress and other daughters from time to time, which made her chuckle all the time.
In leisure time, life is just like this.
But shortly thereafter, an envelope containing a token with the word "xin" was urgently presented to Li Jing. lay a foundation
There are only a few words inside.
"In exchange for Longquan."
