In the 17th year of Jiading in the Song Dynasty, in the autumn of Dingyou, Chui Gong Hall was built.
The hot summer days seem to be receding, but the power of autumn tigers cannot be underestimated. Especially in the main hall, there are many ministers, many people talking and thinking, and there are many people with sweat on their foreheads.
The palace is full of noble ministers, and there are all censors in green clothes. Even the princes and nobles are all missing. They are all for the important matter of establishing a heir apparent for the imperial court.
The prince, the crown prince of the country, is the foundation of the dynasty. It is related to the country, the country and the country of the Song Dynasty. The country is extended, so the civil and military officials of the dynasty, princes and royal relatives all appear on the stage.
Zhao Hong stood in the middle of the squad, holding a wat board, his eyes lowered and his mouth closed, saying nothing.
Before going to court, he had already gotten the news that today's court meeting was about establishing a prince. Even though he was mentally prepared, his little heart still beat violently from time to time.
With the dignity of the prince and the talisman of the emperor's grandson, Shi Miyuan should not be able to "resolutely resist".
The courtiers continued to report, the imperial students sat in silence at intervals, and the government and the public were in an uproar. It seemed that the matter of establishing the crown prince could no longer be delayed by those who obstructed it.
"Today's court meeting is to establish the crown prince. If you have any suggestions, you can speak up and discuss them."
Zhao Kuo's feminine words echoed in the hall, his face turned black and he seemed to have lost a lot of weight.
As expected, it was a matter of establishing a crown prince, and Zhao Hong's heartbeat sped up inexplicably.
"Your Majesty is wise, the establishment of a crown prince is a major national event, the top priority, and it is urgent. Your Majesty should establish a crown prince as early as possible to be prepared for any danger and to bring peace to the world! It can also discourage people with ulterior motives from making trouble and disrupting the imperial court!"
Fan Yingling, the military supervisor, Shang Zuolang, came out and played the prelude.
The reason why he was summoned to the imperial court was to do this.
To put it bluntly, he was doing the matter of "please establish a prince" in accordance with the holy will.
Duke Ji Guo Zhao Hong's beloved concubine Zhou Xiuniang gave birth to Lin'er. The official Zhao Kuo was very excited. He issued an edict to the world, worshiped the ancestral temple, named his grandson Zhao Quan, and granted him the title of General Zuo Qianniuwei.
Under this circumstance, as the only prince in the official family, it seems that it is certain that Zhao Hong, Duke of Ji State, will be appointed as the crown prince.
"Your Majesty, the matter of establishing a prince is indeed a major matter for the court. I believe that the prince can be selected from among the virtuous sons of the clan."
Liang Chengda, who had been promoted to Yushi Zhongcheng and Shi Miyuan's minion, was the first to speak, directly throwing off the rhythm.
The officials in the hall were used to Liang Chengda's crazy words.
Whatever is beneficial to the prince Zhao Hong, no matter what, Liang Cheng will always oppose it, full of fighting spirit, and will never tire of it.
"Your Majesty, I believe that Zhao Guicheng, the heir of King Yi, is virtuous and worthy of inheriting the throne."
Sure enough, Li Zhixiao, the supervisory censor, continued to set the pace on the side road.
Zhao Guicheng's face turned red, and many of the ministers in the palace were frightened.
As the only prince in the official family of the Song Dynasty, Ji Guogong Zhao Hong was directly ignored by Li Zhixiao. He wanted to establish someone else, how bold he was!
And Zhao Guicheng, the heir of King Yi, was only a member of the royal family, not even a prince. What qualifications did he have to enter the palace and be nominated as the crown prince of the Song Dynasty?
"Your Majesty, everyone in Lin'an City knows that Duke Ji is a wise man. He smelted iron, cast cannons, and wrote books. Just as the envoy from the Jin Kingdom said, the Lord also highly praised Duke Ji. This shows that Duke Ji is a wise man. His name is well-known both at home and abroad. Making the prince the crown prince is in line with the people of the world."
Xu Xuan, the young minister of Dali Temple, stood up and spoke out bluntly with his scepter in hand.
"Your Majesty, although Zhao Guicheng, the heir of King Yi, is a member of the royal family, he is only the emperor's nephew, not the prince, and has made no achievements. From ancient times to the present, I have never heard of anyone who is said to be a nephew instead of a son. Even though we are ordinary people in the Song Dynasty This is the case for others, let alone the royal family of the Song Dynasty? The prince can only be a prince, not a nephew of the emperor. Your Majesty, be careful, and your Majesty will be wise to this."
Wu Jing, the Yin of Lin'an Prefecture, played the poem calmly and calmly.
"Your Majesty, since ancient times, it is the foundation of the country to establish virtuous people rather than senior officials. The position of crown prince is unusual and has a bearing on the country of the Song Dynasty. I believe that Zhao Guicheng, the heir of King Yi, has a pure character, is kind and thrifty, and can be the crown prince of the Song Dynasty."
The head of Zhao Guicheng, the heir of King Yi, hung lower, and his body seemed to be trembling.
Liang Cheng's fat, black face had an angry look on his face, as if he was worried about the country and the people. He didn't notice at all that Zhao Kuo's brows had wrinkled.
Zhao Kuo glanced at Liang Chengda with disgust, then turned to Zhen Dexiu, the Minister of Rites who had just been transferred back to the center, and his attitude became gentle.
"Zhenqing, what do you mean?"
Zhao Hong couldn't help but feel his heart move.
"Father" brought Zhen Dexiu back to the center, wasn't it just to assist him and overcome obstacles for him?
"Your Majesty, I believe that His Royal Highness King Yi is from a humble background, lacks all manners, and is too young to inherit the throne. Zhao Hong, Duke of Ji, has a pure and good character, benevolence, filial piety and courage, and is well known for his writing, talent and conduct. He can be my crown prince of the Song Dynasty."
Zhen Dexiu, who had just been transferred back to the center of the imperial court, took the matter seriously and bit the bullet.
"Your Majesty, please make Zhao Hong, Duke of Ji, the crown prince, so that your Majesty can share your worries!"
Now that things have happened, his fate and that of his disciple Zhao Hong are tied together. He is riding a tiger and cannot get off, so he can only share the hardships with Zhao Hong.
As Zhao Hong's former teacher and already regarded as Zhao Hong's party, Zhen Dexiu naturally supports his disciples.
"Your Majesty, Duke Ji Guo Zhao Hong has been in the court for a long time. He is familiar with political affairs and knows etiquette, so he can be used for great purposes. He has been named the prince for more than four years. It is appropriate to postulate him as the crown prince of the Song Dynasty to rectify the country and comfort the people of the world. heart of."
The taciturn minister of Dali Temple, Zhu Duanchang, suddenly walked out of his ranks to give advice, surprising all the ministers.
How dare this old guy with his corpse eat nothing like this?
Shi Miyuan glanced at Zhu Duanchang in surprise, then glanced at the kind-looking Zhao Kuo on the throne, and was shocked.
It seems that there are many close friends and veterans in the official family, who can still make a living.
"Your Majesty, the truth is absolutely true! Regardless of the fact that Zhao Hong, Duke of Ji, is your only prince, his writing skills alone are much better than those of Zhao Guicheng, the heir of King Yi. Even if he wants to establish virtuous people, Duke Ji is far behind. Winner! The position of crown prince belongs to none other than Duke Ji Guo, Zhao Hong! Your Majesty, think twice!"
Wei Liaoweng, the Minister of War, also stood up to support Zhao Hong.
As the only prince of the Emperor of the Song Dynasty, there was nothing wrong. If he was not established, how could he be established by someone else?
Many of the ministers in the palace nodded in appreciation.
Zhao Hong, the Duke of Ji, had splendid poems and articles, and he was very impressive in the Department of Arms. In comparison, Zhao Guicheng, the heir of King Yi, did nothing and was really inferior.
At today's court meeting, everyone can see the official's preference for Zhao Hong, Duke of Ji. The emperor's grandson arrived, announced to the world, paid homage to the Ancestral Temple, and established Zhao Hong as the crown prince of the Song Dynasty.
Under such circumstances, it is really unjustifiable not to make Zhao Hong the crown prince.
"Your Majesty, Duke Ji Guo is a prince, and his grandson is the royal family of the Song Dynasty. Zhao Guicheng, the heir of King Yi, is only the nephew of the emperor, not a prince. It is inconsistent with etiquette to establish him as a prince. Your Majesty has made a holy judgment."
Ge Hong, Shangshu of the Ministry of Personnel, tremblingly walked out of the queue and spoke to Zhao Kao.
Zhao Hong couldn't help being surprised, and then he felt relieved.
Even Ge Hong, an old man, spoke for him. It seems that his writing of books and opinions and threatening public opinion finally worked.
Compared with Zhen Dexiu, Wei Liaoweng and others, although Ge Hong has a weaker character, he still has a conscience after all.
"Your Majesty, Duke Ji Guo Zhao Hong is the leader of our royal family in the Song Dynasty, and no one can surpass him. Duke Ji Guo's articles are the best in the country, and he is also well versed in practical matters and knows the hardships of people's livelihood. Duke Ji Guo can be our crown prince of the Song Dynasty. The world is convinced, Your Majesty is a holy guide!"
Zhao Shimi, Zhi Zongzheng's sex minister and Zongzheng Temple Minister, also stood up to cheer for Zhao Hong.
Zhao Hong secretly exhaled and wiped his sweat quietly.
Even the royal family came out to support him, and his position as prince today is probably secure.
The ministers in the palace came out one after another to express their opinions. Although there were opponents, most people still supported Zhao Hong's ascension to the throne.
Zhao Kuo, who was sitting on the throne, remained calm and glanced at Prime Minister Shi Miyuan and several ruling ministers, his voice soft and soft.
"Dear gentlemen, do you still have any doubts about the appointment of Zhao Hong, Duke of Ji, as our crown prince of the Song Dynasty?"
Shi Miyuan's face remained calm and expressionless. The ruling ministers behind him also lowered their eyes and said nothing.
"Your Majesty, I believe that the Duke of Ji State, Zhao Hong, is withdrawn and upright, likes women and has a promiscuous sound, is dissolute, and likes to associate with scoundrels in the market. He is not suitable to inherit the throne and cannot bear the responsibility of the Song Dynasty."
The white-haired Minister of Justice, Zhao Rushu, a royal family member of the Song Dynasty, ran naked on the road to slander Zhao Hong and opened fire violently.
Zhao Kuo, who was sitting on the throne, frowned again, and a coldness suddenly appeared in his eyes.
"I second the proposal to Minister Zhao!"
Li Zhixiao, the supervisory censor, immediately spoke out and expressed his agreement.
"I second the proposal!"
Another supervisory censor, Moser, was naturally unwilling to lag behind.
Zhao Rushu, Liang Chengda, and Mo Ze were collectively known as the "Three Fiends" by the people of Lin'an. They were Shi Miyuan's closest minions. They repeatedly slandered the courtiers, speculated, plundered and amassed, and did not know how to abide by the rules.
Zhao Hong wanted to be crowned prince, so of course he strongly opposed it.
"Zhao Rushu, you are so bold! You are talking nonsense!"
Zhao Kuo, who was sitting on the throne, became extremely angry and shouted harshly.
"I often meet Duke Ji, but why don't I think he is withdrawn and arrogant? Am I blind? Playing the piano is just a hobby. There is only Zhou around him, so how can he be lustful and debauched? "The Swordsman" is also a melodious song , then the scholars and people of the Song Dynasty like this? If you wait for a sharp mouth to maliciously slander the prince, his heart will be punished, his heart will be punished! "
Zhao Kuo was furious and shouted harshly, which showed the anger in his heart.
"Zhao Rushu, as an important official of the imperial court and the royal family of the Song Dynasty, you are full of nonsense and slander. As a descendant of the royal family of the Song Dynasty, do you still know the word shame?"
Anyone can oppose Zhao Hong's establishment of a crown prince, but Zhao Rushu was from the royal family of the Zhao and Song Dynasties, and his elbows were turned outward. He was really despicable and dirty, which made Zhao Kuo violent.
Long Yan was furious, and Zhao Rushu was at a loss. He immediately knelt on the hall and kowtowed desperately.
"Your Majesty, please calm down! I realize my mistake!"
All the ministers were stunned and despised. Zhao Kuo, the gentle and modest gentleman, has also learned to get angry?
This Zhao Rushu was arrogant at first and respectful at the end. In just a short moment, his attitude changed so much that it made people laugh.
"Zhao Rushu will be deprived of his official position, demoted to the rank of minister of punishment, and fined one year's salary. Li Zhixiao and Mo Ze will be deprived of their official positions, deprived of their salaries, and removed from the ancestral officials!"
In addition to being public officials, Li Zhixiao and Mo Ze were also in charge of court sacrifices. Zhao Kuo was so angry that he had both of their officials masturbated.
"Your Majesty, please calm down! I realize my mistake!"
Li Zhixiao and Mo Ze knelt down together, and together with Zhao Rushu, kowtowed and begged for mercy.
Zhen Dexiu looked at the ugly people in the palace and snorted coldly.
If he was truly a loyal minister of the country, how could he be begging for mercy like a dog, kneeling on the ground and begging like a dog?
There is no need to take action himself, the emperor has already reached the end of his endurance.
He glanced at Shi Miyuan in the main hall, his eyes lowered and calm, as if nothing had happened.
He is indeed a cunning old fox!
"Three trees and three evils", two of Shi Miyuan's minions were eliminated at once. The emperor's move was clearly to scare the monkeys and stand up for Zhao Hong.
"Drag him out of the palace!"
Zhao Kuo's face was livid, and he waved his hand. The Imperial Army came forward, picked up Li Zhixiao and Mo Ze, and dragged them out of the palace.
"Your Majesty, I am wronged!"
"Your Majesty, have mercy!"
Li Zhixiao and Mo Ze begged loudly, their pleading eyes intentionally or unintentionally glanced in the direction of Shi Miyuan.
"Wait!"
Shi Miyuan finally spoke and walked out of the train.
The Imperial Guards dragging Li Zhixiao and Li Zhixiao immediately stopped and looked at the emperor on the throne.
"Your Majesty, I think Li Zhixiao and Li Zhixiao are not guilty of this, so I can..."
Shi Miyuan held the scepter in his hand and bowed. Halfway through his words, he was interrupted by Zhao Kuo, who looked ashen.
"Don't say anything, Prime Minister, I have made up my mind!"
Zhao Hong threw something loudly to the ground, which made Shi Miyuan frown. He bowed respectfully to Zhihu and wanted to play again.
"Shi Miyuan, you are so brave! Does this Song Dynasty court belong to me, the Emperor of the Song Dynasty, or to you, Shi Miyuan? Do you dare to disobey His Majesty's decree?"
Zhen Dexiu was so angry that he yelled at Shi Miyuan and stopped him from playing again.
Shi Miyuan controlled the government and even dared to challenge the will of the Emperor of the Song Dynasty. If he ignored it, he would be punished.
"Xiang Shi, you have such great official authority. Do you still think of me, the Emperor of the Song Dynasty?"
There was unspeakable sarcasm in Wei Liaoweng's words.
The emperor's eloquent words, but Shi Miyuan actually contradicted him in front of the palace, and the imperial army actually listened to his orders. It is simply unreasonable and shocking to think about it!
He glanced at Xia Zhen, the commander of the palace front department who was as fat as a bucket. He stood in the middle of the squad with his eyes lowered, pretending to be deaf and dumb, as if everything had happened by fate.
Wei Liaowen snorted bitterly and turned his head.
Among all the ministers in the palace, some looked at Shi Miyuan angrily, while others dared not express their anger. However, Shi Miyuan's party members Liang Chengda, Xue Ji and others lowered their eyes and remained silent.
Emperor Long Yan was furious, and he might have lost his yarn if he wasn't careful. They are not Shi Miyuan who dare to point fingers at the emperor.
"As the prime minister of the current dynasty, it is the duty of our ministers to speak out and give advice. My two ministers are making too much of a fuss."
Shi Miyuan calmly replied coldly and bowed to Zhao Hongsu who was sitting on the throne.
"Your Majesty's holy will has been decided. I have nothing to say. I obey your decree."
Shi Miyuan returned to his duties, leaving Zhao Rushu with a white beard kneeling in the main hall, his face pale and trembling.
"What are you waiting for? Drag him out!"
Zhen Dexiu's face was livid, he glanced at Zhao Rushu with disdain, and waved his hand angrily.
The imperial guards did not dare to delay any longer and quickly dragged Li Zhixiao and Mo Ze out of the hall, who were so frightened that they remained silent.
