Why were the ministers so shocked that Zhuge Liang was appointed prime minister by Liu Bei?
This is because Xiangguo and Prime Minister sound like there is only one word difference between them, but they are actually two different things.
According to the official system of the Han Dynasty established by Taizu Liu Bang, the real head of the hundred officials is not the three princes, let alone the general, but the prime minister.
As for the prime minister, he was originally just the deputy of the prime minister.
Although the prime minister was in the Han Dynasty, he could also handle government affairs for the king, but in essence, the prime minister only played an assisting role.
Under normal circumstances, the prime minister's power depends on the emperor's trust.
But Xiangguo is different.
Once someone becomes the prime minister, it means that the government affairs of the Han Dynasty should be in charge of him - even the emperor cannot interfere at will!
This can be seen from a famous historical event - Xiao Gui and Cao Sui.
Emperor Hui of the Han Dynasty Liu Ying wanted to make some changes to government affairs, but was directly asked away by Prime Minister Cao Shen.
This is not that Cao Shen is disloyal, but that Cao Shen is using his power reasonably.
The three ministers and nine ministers govern the affairs of the world. They are polite and courteous, and all the people avoid the way. They are called prime ministers of the country!
In fact, the existence of the Prime Minister has already formed a check and balance effect on the imperial power.
Therefore, after Cao Shen's death, later generations of Han kings no longer established the position of prime minister, but instead appointed the position of prime minister.
But whether it is in terms of status or power, the Prime Minister and the Prime Minister are not on the same level.
Because they knew this, the ministers could easily think of a scene that was likely to happen in the future.
Liu Bei was the founding monarch, and he had great prestige. It made no difference to Zhuge Liang whether he was prime minister or prime minister.
But not Liu Chan.
Originally, if Zhuge Liang was still the prime minister, then even if Zhuge Liang became Liu Chan's assistant minister, whenever Zhuge Liang wanted to handle a major government matter, he would have to ask for Liu Chan's consent.
Only after Liu Chan formally issues the edict can the government affairs be officially implemented.
But the prime minister does not need it.
In this way, when Prince Liu Chan succeeds to the throne in the future, he may very well be the second Emperor Hui of the Han Dynasty.
You can know this yourself, how could your Majesty not know this?
The most important thing is that Yin Jian, the traitor to usurp the Han Dynasty, is not far away, but between trusting his biological son and trusting Zhuge Liang, Liu Bei still resolutely chose the latter.
Liu Bei's trust in Zhuge Liang has indeed reached an unimaginable level.
Throughout the ages, which monarch has been able to do this?
Even Zhuge Liang looked at Liu Bei in shock, and his first reaction was to refuse.
Unfortunately, before Zhuge Liang could speak, Liu Bei said softly:
“The emperor’s words are as heavy as nine tripods.
Does Kong Ming want me to make a mistake in front of the world? "
Liu Bei's words were filled with unparalleled determination.
And Liu Bei said so, how could Zhuge Liang refuse.
All Zhuge Liang could do was bow deeply to Liu Bei.
Originally, the ministers thought that Liu Bei's reward for Zhuge Liang was heavy enough, but what Liu Bei did next made the ministers even more confused.
While the ministers of the Manchu Dynasty on the high platform had not yet recovered from the shock, Liu Bei turned around and looked at the prince Liu Chan behind him:
"My lord, come forward."
Although Liu Chan is not stupid, his mind is not astute, let alone as compared to ministers who have been immersed in officialdom for many years.
So what the ministers saw, he, as the person involved, had not yet seen it.
In Liu Chan's opinion, everyone was making a fuss about giving Zhuge Liang the title of Prime Minister.
Not only was Liu Chan not surprised, he was also sincerely happy for Zhuge Liang.
After hearing Liu Bei's words, Liu Chan, who looked delighted, quickly stepped forward from behind Liu Bei.
Because of his respect for Zhuge Liang in his heart, Liu Chan allowed himself to be slightly behind Zhuge Liang.
Liu Chan's joy was seen in Liu Bei's eyes, which made Liu Bei realize that his prince did not see the deeper meaning of his appointment of Zhuge Liang as prime minister.
Well, it’s just normal that he can’t see it.
But this child's pure nature never let him down.
This is enough, he will arrange the rest.
Looking at Liu Chan alone, Liu Bei suddenly felt that there was still something lacking.
After thinking for a while, Liu Bei turned around and looked at the other princes behind him: "Feng'er, Yong'er, Li'er."
After calling the three princes, Liu Bei's eyes indicated that they should behave like Liu Chan.
Although the two princes Liu Yong and Liu Li have been crowned kings, they are not very old.
They didn't understand Liu Bei's intention, but they just followed Liu Bei's instructions.
Liu Feng, on the other hand, seemed to be vaguely aware that something unusual would happen soon.
But he couldn't disobey Liu Bei's orders.
So soon after, Liu Bei's four princes all stood behind Zhuge Liang with their backs to the ministers, facing Liu Bei.
After seeing the four princes standing in accordance with his instructions, Liu Bei temporarily handed the Guan Yu Spirit Tablet in his hand to Zhang Fei beside him, and then he took a step forward to face Zhuge Liang directly.
Although the ministers were in a shocked mood, they still watched everything happening on the high platform.
Liu Bei's series of abnormal behaviors made them suspicious again.
Is it possible that His Majesty wants the four princes to pay homage to Prime Minister Zhuge Liang for his contributions to the Han Dynasty over the years?
It can only be said that what the ministers thought was too simple.
"The Prime Minister's Government Affairs.
As for the four of you brothers, some are already adults, and some are about to become adults.
You are the princes of the Han Dynasty, and you all have to serve the foundation of your ancestors.
I hope that when you work with the Prime Minister in the future, you can treat the Prime Minister like a father.
Remember! Remember! "
As soon as Liu Bei said these words, the whole audience was agitated up and down the high platform.
Except for Mi Yang, everyone who heard Liu Bei's words felt unbelievable.
Liu Bei actually wants the four princes Liu Chan and Liu Chan to treat Zhuge Liang as their father from now on!
this?
Even though no loud noise was heard considering the occasion, the Han ministers had already begun to look at each other and look left and right.
Xu Ci almost broke his back molars!
They really didn't expect that Liu Bei would let the four princes of the Han Dynasty regard Zhuge Liang as their second father in public.
In the history of China, it is not uncommon for an emperor to call a minister "father".
For example, King Wu of Zhou.
Judging from this story, having several princes call a minister "Father" is nothing.
But the current scene cannot be compared with the case of King Wu of Zhou.
Because King Wu of Zhou called Jiang Ziya "Father Zhong", the main reason was that he respected Jiang Ziya's character and talent, which was an emotionally spontaneous behavior.
But now Liu Bei, as king and father, asked the four princes to call Zhuge Liang "Father Zhong" by way of instructions.
What's the scene today?
It attracted thousands of people and was bound to go down in history. Coupled with Liu Bei's special status, it can be said that Liu Bei's instructions were no different from a formal edict.
Under the influence of this edict, the four princes called Zhuge Liang "Second Father", not just for personal emotions, but also to be bound by the etiquette and laws of the world.
As long as the four princes are Liu Bei's descendants, they will treat Zhuge Liang as their true father.
Otherwise, according to the rules of etiquette in the world, the first one would not spare them.
It can be said that after Liu Bei's words came out, the four princes Liu Chan and Zhuge Liang had an everlasting father-son relationship.
How can such a fact not make people feel dumbfounded?
Especially among the four princes, Liu Chan is the next emperor of the Han Dynasty!
Among the four princes, Liu Chan did not notice any differences as always. Liu Yong and Liu Li did not understand the relationship between them and would only obey Liu Bei's words and act.
Without much hesitation, the three princes Liu Chan bowed deeply to Zhuge Liang in front of them in front of the ministers:
"Father!"
As soon as the three princes said these words, they announced the conclusion of a special relationship between them and Zhuge Liang.
But there is still one prince who has not moved. That prince is Liu Feng, who has long been unhappy with Zhuge Liang and has a arrogant temperament.
Does Liu Feng want to recognize Zhuge Liang as his father?
That was definitely something he didn't want to do. Because of this, he hesitated under Liu Bei's gaze.
But after seeing his hesitation, Liu Bei's eyes suddenly became sharp.
It seemed that he was aware of Liu Bei's gaze. In order not to make Liu Bei angry and not to damage Liu Bei's prestige in front of the world, Liu Feng finally bowed deeply to Zhuge Liang even though he was unwilling in every way:
"Father!"
These two words can be said to be the two words that Liu Feng was most reluctant to say in his life.
But he didn't want to go back. Today, he could no longer disobey Zhuge Liang.
Liu Bei felt relieved after seeing that Liu Feng did not do anything stupid after all.
What Liu Feng didn't know was that Liu Bei's move was essentially protecting him.
The relationship between father and son has always been mutual.
I have to say that everything Liu Bei did today was too sudden and he did not discuss it with anyone.
Because it was so sudden, Zhuge Liang was able to react only after all the four princes of Liu Chan called Zhuge Liang "xiangfu".
We can't blame Zhuge Liang for reacting slowly. Which minister in his current position wouldn't be temporarily distracted?
Moreover, even if he does not lose his mind, as a minister, he cannot change anything.
Liu Bei made it clear today that he wanted to use his power as an emperor to pave the way for the future of the Han Dynasty.
Looking at the four princes who called themselves "father-in-law", and then at Liu Bei, whose face was full of expectation, Zhuge Liang recalled what Liu Bei said to him when he was in Longzhong:
"Sir, this time I went out with Bei. He was completely naked, and he didn't give me any generous gifts.
But Bei Zi has a sincerity.
After today, I will never doubt you or let you down! "
Thinking of these words, Zhuge Liang's face was already covered with tears.
For decades, Liu Bei has never lived up to the promise he made that day.
If you are lucky enough to have such a master in your life, what else do you want?
Zhuge Liang reached out to brush away the tears from his face, and then quickly stepped forward to help the four princes Liu Chan and Liu Shan up in front of the ministers.
After completing this move, Zhuge Liang turned to look at Liu Bei.
Unlike Zhuge Liang, Liu Bei was smiling at this moment, and he was smiling happily.
Looking at the lord in front of him, whom he had known for decades, Zhuge Liang raised his hands above his head, bowed to Liu Bei and said:
"If you don't bear any responsibility in this life, you will be the king and your ministers in the next life!"
Liu Bei originally thought that Zhuge Liang would express his gratitude to him, but he did not expect that Zhuge Liang would say this with deep feelings.
And isn't this sentence Liu Bei's desire?
Liu Bei's eyes were also moist.
He stepped forward and helped Zhuge Liang up with his own hands, then patted Zhuge Liang's hand and said:
"Sure as you wish!"
Chapter 1, Chapter 2 Early morning.
This chapter is 3,000 words, and the next chapter is 4,000 words.
I got sick and my coding speed slowed down a lot.
