Although it was late at night, Xiao Huangmen from the palace quickly found Zhuge Liang.
There is no other reason. Everyone in Chengdu knows that Zhuge Liang is a person who often stays up late at work.
In addition, such a big event happened during the day today. With Zhuge Liang's character of being loyal to the country, it is even more impossible for him to leave the Chancery tonight.
After all, if the evidence of the Yizhou family's crime is sorted out earlier, the turmoil in Chengdu will be more likely to be stabilized as soon as possible.
It's just that although Zhuge Liang often stayed up late for official duties, he was considerate of his subordinates and would not force them to stay and work with him.
It's really ridiculous that Zhuge Liang's original intention of serving the public and caring for his subordinates was turned into evidence of Zhuge Liang's love for monopolizing power under the arrangement of some thoughtful people.
When Zhuge Liang, who was alone at the Chancellor's Desk reviewing numerous evidence, received the edict from the Xiaohuang Sect, a look of surprise appeared on his face for a moment.
Liu Bei rarely summoned him urgently late at night.
Something went wrong, which gave Zhuge Liang a bad premonition.
Under this bad premonition, Zhuge Liang quickly put down the bamboo slips in his hand, and then hurriedly followed the small yellow gate to the palace.
On the way to the palace, Zhuge Liang was wondering why Liu Bei had summoned him urgently.
Thinking of Mi Zhu's physical condition during the day, Zhuge Liang had some inferences in his mind.
But based on Zhuge Liang's understanding of Liu Bei, he knew that that incident alone would not be enough to make Liu Bei like this.
After all kinds of thinking, Zhuge Liang still couldn't guess what made Liu Bei so anxious to see him, so he could only suppress his inner doubts for the time being.
Anyway, once I met Liu Bei, everything became clear.
But when Zhuge Liang saw Liu Bei under the leadership of Xiao Huangmen, the shock on his face became more intense, and he almost blurted out and asked:
"Your Majesty, are you okay?"
After asking this question, due to the worry in his heart, Zhuge Liang temporarily forgot the boundaries between monarch and ministers, and hurriedly approached Liu Bei.
I don’t blame Zhuge Liang for having this reaction, it’s really because Liu Bei’s current condition is not good.
With the passing of Mi Zhu, Liu Bei seemed not to want his bedroom to be too bright.
Under his order, many candles in the dormitory had been extinguished, so his dormitory seemed quite dark at this time.
In addition, under Liu Bei's grief, his long hair under the crown was a little loose, and his whole expression looked very depressed.
Of course, the most important thing is that when Zhuge Liang saw Liu Bei, Liu Bei happened to be drinking a bowl of soup.
Liu Bei's various performances are enough to show that he is currently ill.
This was another important reason why he urgently summoned Zhuge Liang.
When Liu Bei saw Zhuge Liang approaching him with concern, a smile finally appeared on his sad face.
Just thinking of Mi Zhu's departure, Liu Bei was still heartbroken. He put down the decoction in his hand, looked at Zhuge Liang and said sadly:
"Mi Jun is gone."
Although it was just four simple words, Zhuge Liang could tell from Liu Bei's tone and his current expression how uncomfortable Liu Bei was feeling.
I think the reason why Liu Bei was ill had a lot to do with Mi Zhu's departure.
Liu Bei's health has not been good recently, which Liu Bei once told Zhuge Liang.
In addition, in today's world that values friendship, integrity and shame, the violent ups and downs of sadness and anger can directly affect people's physical health.
I don’t know how many talents have died because of these two words in the past.
Since Liu Bei values friendship more than ordinary people, this will only have a greater impact on his health.
Thinking of this, Zhuge Liang's face became more worried.
Zhuge Liang stepped forward and picked up the decoction that Liu Bei had put down. When he handed the decoction to Liu Bei again, he said with concern:
"I hope your majesty will show you your condolences and respect your health."
When he said this, Zhuge Liang was also in a very sad mood.
Although the personal relationship between Mi Zhu and Zhuge Liang was not deep in the past, Zhuge Liang admired Mi Zhu from the bottom of his heart for a pure minister like him.
Therefore, Mi Zhu's departure also made Zhuge Liang feel unhappy.
Faced with Zhuge Liang's advice, Liu Bei coughed a few times and shook his head slightly.
He pushed away the decoction offered by Zhuge Liang, knowing his own body.
He won't die for a while, but similarly, drinking this bowl of soup won't make his body fully recover.
He urgently summoned Zhuge Liang because he had more important things to do.
Liu Bei said to Zhuge Liang: "I have deposed Liu Ba from the position of minister.
Although the main government affairs of the Shangshutai are handled by Qing, the ancestral system cannot be abolished, and Qing also needs a talented person to assist him.
Tomorrow morning, you will plan to recruit Shangshu Ma Liang to succeed you as Shangshu Ling. "
After hearing Liu Bei's order, Zhuge Liang took the lead.
Judging from the current national conditions of the Han Dynasty, although the power of Shangshu Ling is not as strong as it used to be, it is still a very important position.
In terms of status and power, Shangshu Ling can be equivalent to deputy prime minister.
For such a position, it is definitely necessary to find a talented person to take over as soon as possible.
In terms of qualifications, achievements, and reputation, Ma Liang is currently the best candidate among the Han Dynasty to succeed Shangshu Ling.
After deciding this matter, Liu Bei then said to Zhuge Liang: "In addition to drafting this edict, you can draft another edict in memory of Lord Mi.
He also ordered Yang Yi, the general of Zuo Zhonglang, to serve as an envoy to hold the festival, and gave Mi Jun the hussar general Sikong's seal ribbon as a posthumous gift. Mi Jun was given the posthumous title of Wenxiang.
When it was time for the burial, he ordered Shi Shi to send tigers and soldiers to play and drum, and the hussar generals and the Sikong honor guard were sent to bury Jun Mi.
Everyone in Chengdu who is three or younger must come in person on that day.
In addition, it is stated in the edict that according to Lord Mi's dying wishes, the death and funeral will not interfere with national events, so the Mi clan does not need to mourn for Lord Mi. "
After hearing Liu Bei's order, Zhuge Liang still accepted it.
Considering Mi Zhu's achievements during his lifetime and Liu Bei's affection for him, it is reasonable for him to be posthumously named Sikong, one of the three princes. After all, Mi Zhu was one of the Nine Qings during his lifetime.
Even though it is a posthumous title, according to the etiquette of the world, all the honors given to an ancestor posthumously are as if the ancestor was alive and can be enjoyed by the clan members of the ancestor.
In other words, from now on, if others want to address Mi Zhu respectfully, they must treat him as Sikong.
Moreover, Mi Zhu's family will also have its first three sons, which is extremely beneficial to the development of a family.
If it is reasonable to pursue Mi Zhu as Sikong, then from the posthumous title Liu Bei gave Mi Zhu and the funeral arrangements, we can see how deep Liu Bei's feelings for Mi Zhu were.
The two characters Wenxiang are an excellent posthumous title for ministers.
Moreover, according to the ritual system of the Han Dynasty, it is not easy for ordinary ministers to receive posthumous titles, not to mention that they usually can only receive single-character posthumous titles.
But now Mi Zhu has received a two-character posthumous title, which represents a great honor, and can also get a funeral ceremony that is obviously beyond the standard. Liu Bei can be said to have paid all the tributes to Mi Zhu after his death.
As for not letting the Mi clan mourn Mi Zhu, Zhuge Liang knew that Liu Bei did it for Mi Yang and Liangzhou.
After giving these two important instructions in succession, Liu Bei couldn't help coughing a few more times.
His expression became paler.
Seeing this scene, Zhuge Liang hurriedly stepped forward to pat Liu Bei's back and calm his breathing. Under Zhuge Liang's service, Liu Bei's breathing gradually stabilized.
Seeing Zhuge Liang taking care of him like a nephew, Liu Bei's face was pale, but he still had a look of relief.
It's just that state affairs are important, and he has to give Zhuge Liang the most important thing next.
Liu Bei held Zhuge Liang's hand and whispered to him: "You have also seen that my body is no longer as strong as it was when I was young.
It's just that state affairs are of paramount importance, and I can't let go of the great opportunity Mr. Mi has given his life to gain for me today. "
Speaking of which, Liu Bei picked up an edict from the imperial eucalyptus in front of him, and handed the edict he had just written with his own hands into Zhuge Liang's hands.
Then he said in a cautious tone: "This edict was written by me myself. The content of the edict is that I want the prince to attend the court and exercise his ability to handle political affairs.
During the period when the prince is in charge of the government, all government affairs in the court will be decided by you. I hope you will not disappoint my expectations. "
When he heard Liu Bei's solemn words, tears appeared in Zhuge Liang's eyes.
Zhuge Liang knew why Liu Bei gave him the power to assist the government in advance. It was not as stated in Liu Bei's edict. He wanted to train Liu Chan's political ability in advance.
But Liu Bei realized that his body might not be able to cope with the complicated government affairs that would follow.
He needs some time to take good care of himself.
There was a hint of apology in Liu Bei's solemn tone, as if he felt it was wrong to overwork Zhuge Liang so much.
After realizing the complicated emotions in Liu Bei's heart, Zhuge Liang felt very sad.
But how could Zhuge Liang not understand Liu Bei's helplessness?
The old ministers of Yuan Cong are either dead or away from home, and the second generation of Yuan Cong still needs time to grow up.
Now there is no shortage of corresponding political talents in the entire Han Dynasty, but how many people can Liu Bei completely trust?
Don't forget, what Liu Ba did today broke Liu Bei's heart and sounded a wake-up call for him.
This is true for the clan members of the Han Dynasty, let alone others.
In this case, Zhuge Liang is the only one Liu Bei can entrust to both the government and the public.
Facing Liu Bei's somewhat apologetic look, Zhuge Liang temporarily relieved his sadness.
What he has to do now is to reassure Liu Bei and take good care of his health.
So in the face of Liu Bei's entrustment, Zhuge Liang took a step back slightly with the edict in hand, and paid homage to Liu Bei with tears in his eyes:
"If I don't try my best, I will die!"
From the day he followed Liu Bei, he, like Mi Zhu and others, had entrusted his whole life to Liu Bei's great cause.
Listening to Zhuge Liang's solemn promise in front of him, Liu Bei felt more at ease.
He has experienced many betrayals in his life, but what God cares about is that there are some people who will always be loyal to him until death.
But Liu Bei still had something to tell Zhuge Liang.
"After the corresponding criminal evidence is sorted out, you must remember not to be lenient. The clan will follow the clan.
Everything today is not a good situation created by Mi Jun alone. If Yun Chang and others have spirits in heaven, they also hope that those little sinners will get what they deserve. "
When saying these words, Liu Bei's tone was full of coldness.
Liu Bei knew that the reason why Guan Yu, Mi Zhu, Sun Qian, Jian Yong and others left before him was because they all had hidden wounds in their bodies.
It can be said that they used their own lives to help themselves to the throne of the emperor.
In this case, Liu Bei did not want those Yizhou families who deserved their sins to survive in this world, whether it was for the comfort of the big man or the spirits of his comrades in heaven.
After hearing Liu Bei's instructions, Zhuge Liang nodded solemnly.
Facing Xiaoxiao, he has always been tolerant and does not lack iron and blood tactics.
Seeing that Liu Bei had given all the instructions, Zhuge Liang did not want to disturb Liu Bei's rest, so he took the initiative to resign to Liu Bei.
After getting Liu Bei's permission, Zhuge Liang turned around and walked out of the palace.
From time to time, a breeze broke into Liu Bei's dormitory. Under the illumination of the lights in the palace, Zhuge Liang's figure on the ground seemed to be swaying.
However, although the lights in the palace were dim at this time, in Liu Bei's eyes, Zhuge Liang's swaying figure seemed to be shining.
Liu Bei, who had this illusion, unconsciously stopped Zhuge Liang.
Upon hearing Liu Bei's call, Zhuge Liang quickly turned around and looked at Liu Bei with surprised eyes.
Does your Majesty have anything else to give you?
After Liu Bei saw the tears hanging from the corners of Zhuge Liang's eyes, he smiled slightly.
Feeling very tired, he forced himself to sit upright under Zhuge Liang's gaze, and then said warmly to Zhuge Liang:
"I'm still here, please don't worry."
"It's dark and the road is dangerous, please go slowly."
After listening to Liu Bei's two words with special meaning, Zhuge Liang felt calm in his heart.
Although the man in his eyes has gray hair, he has always been the backbone of the big man.
With him around, I felt at ease.
Zhuge Liang bowed deeply to Liu Bei in the dim light, then turned around and exited Liu Bei's bedroom resolutely.
I also want to reassure him.
Seeing Zhuge Liang's firm departure, Liu Bei also had a reassuring smile on his lips.
Perhaps Liu Bei's bedroom is dimly lit tonight, but fortunately, tonight's bedroom is where Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang gather together.
The dim light could not conceal the brilliance exuded by this pair of monarchs and ministers, which attracted countless people in later generations.
...
When the sun shone in Chengdu on the second day, Zhuge Liang followed Liu Bei's instructions last night and announced Liu Bei's three edicts in time.
Among those three edicts, although the other two were surprising, their impact was far less than the one in which Liu Bei asked the prince to take charge of the government and Zhuge Liang to assist in the government.
Such a big incident just happened yesterday, and the city of Chengdu was already in a state of turmoil.
Now that Liu Bei's edict came out again, the people's hearts in Chengdu became even more volatile.
After all, although Liu Bei deliberately concealed his illness, at this juncture, Liu Bei suddenly handed over all political power to Zhuge Liang and the incompetent prince. This really cannot be imagined.
Perhaps many people cannot guess the truth of the matter, but this does not prevent them from diverging their thinking and making random guesses.
For a time, various shocking rumors circulated in the streets of Chengdu.
Some of those rumors originated spontaneously, while others were spread deliberately.
A centipede insect is dead but not stiff. Moreover, many Yizhou aristocratic families are still alive and well at this time.
Then their secret counterattack is bound to be brewing.
Sitting back and waiting for death has never been their style.
As various rumors spread, people in Chengdu became increasingly turbulent.
And after dawn, this turmoil is rapidly radiating towards the entire Han Dynasty at a speed that is unimaginable to ordinary people.
Yesterday, people only thought that the Han Dynasty was about to face a fierce storm, but some knowledgeable people have keenly seen that what the Han Dynasty will face next is actually a major earthquake that can affect the country.
Including Zhuge Liang.
But whether it is a storm or a big earthquake, will Zhuge Liang be afraid?
He is Wolong!
Just today, under Zhuge Liang's arrangement, a messenger quickly drove out of Chengdu and rushed towards Liangzhou.
