"Why don't you get married if you have the same surname? Naigong doesn't have a surname, and they all have wives. These Confucian scholars, Naigong must have their butts smashed by them!" In the palace of the concubine, the black butt who had settled in Xianyang City cursed.
Beside them, Lu Wan, Zhong Lifei, Li Shang and others also had angry expressions on their faces. If the law were not harsh, they would really want to lead people into the Doctoral Palace and teach those people a lesson.
Shejian's eyes were full of murderous intent, and he whispered: "They are grudges about the previous enfeoffment, and they took this opportunity to take revenge on the chief concubine." Li Shiqi shook his head, took a sip of wine from the eucalyptus, and sneered. : "No, I have already asked the friends of the Yin Yang family who are familiar with me. The reason why these Confucian scholars are opposed is probably to take advantage of the opportunity."
"They were very dissatisfied before when the emperor abolished the posthumous law and regulated the prefectures and counties. Now the marriage of concubines and elders happens to be contrary to the etiquette system. They use the excuse of maintaining the etiquette system to expand their right to speak and make their own voices heard. If they can Preventing the marriage of eldest concubines and elders will allow Confucianism to gain a firm foothold in Qin." At this point, Li Shiqi turned to Zhao Tuo who was sitting in the chair and smiled: "But just because of this, I think Don't pay attention to the concubine. They are just looking for embarrassment this time." Shejian said solemnly: "Why don't you teach me how to speak, and I will debate with them at the meeting tomorrow." Li Shiqi was startled. He smiled and said: "It doesn't have to be like this when it comes to China. According to my guess, someone will definitely take action tomorrow."
"Sir, that's right." Zhao Tuo calmed down at this moment and saw clearly the relationship behind this matter. Those Confucian scholars were not stupid enough to choose to oppose marriage just to get revenge on themselves. The reason why they did so was definitely for a purpose.
However, in this way, the interests of some people will naturally be harmed, and they will not be allowed to talk about it.
"I want to see how they perform at the meeting tomorrow." A sneer appeared on Zhao Tuo's lips.
He is not worried at all now. Except for allies who may take action. Those Confucian scholars came from Shandong and had only been in Qin for a short time. They had not yet figured out who the current emperor was.
If the emperor could use the so-called etiquette to change the marriage, it would be like the sun rising from the west.
Sitting on the emperor's couch today is the First Emperor! ……along with
The issue of "no marriage with the same surname" spread in Xianyang City. It attracted the attention and discussion of many Qin people.
"The eldest concubine is from the State of Zhao, so why not treat me as the princess of the State of Qin? We are not close relatives. This is such a violation of the rules. It is really unreasonable."
"Of course, the eldest concubine has made so much contribution to the unification of the world by our Qin State. It's natural for him to give birth to the princess. Bullshit, those with the same surname don't get married. These people are really full and have nothing to do."
"I don't care. The eldest concubine has proposed that we expand the enrollment of children in the school so that my son can enter the school. He is my benefactor. He should be a princess!" Most Guizhou heads are people without surnames. For this so-called
The rule of "no marriage between people with the same surname" seems ridiculous. Especially those veterans who had retired from the military were filled with indignation, and some even insulted those Confucian disciples who were spreading propaganda on the spot.
If the Qin State had not banned private fighting, many of those Confucian disciples would have been beaten to death on the spot. Such a scene exceeded the expectations of Zhou Qingchen, Chun Yuyue and others. They originally wanted to arouse public opinion against Princess Zhao Tuoshang, but they didn't know that the common people in Guizhou did not sympathize with them at all.
"The head of Guizhou without a surname knows no etiquette. We don't need to worry about it. The ones who can really have an impact are the officials and ministers. The last time Zhao Tuo proposed counties and counties and opposed the enfeoffment, he must have incurred the resentment of many officials. When the time comes, we will If you open your mouth, someone will definitely follow suit." Chunyu Yue and others remained optimistic.
With such an undercurrent surging, it was time for the court meeting on the second day. Zhao Tuo came to Qin Palace early in the morning.
The main hall is majestic, and all the ministers gather in front of the hall.
"Master." Seeing Zhao Tuo coming, many people saluted and called each other. Although it was difficult to single out people because of the large number of people here, many ministers who were good friends with Zhao Tuo showed goodwill to Zhao Tuo, which was a hint of support.
"Sure enough, not many people who can gain a foothold in the court are fools." Zhao Tuo's heart became clearer. In the distance, seeing many ministers greeting Zhao Tuo one after another, fear appeared on Zhou Qingchen's face, while Chunyu Yue and others had expressionless faces.
"The emperor is kind and courteous. Princess Zhao Tuoshang's matter obviously violates etiquette. We have a chance of winning!" After a while, as the hymn in the palace finished, the ministers stepped into the palace amidst the voices of the visitors and sat down according to their official positions. .
Zhao Tuo sat in front of the west, while the doctors stood at the end of the hall. Diagonally opposite Zhao Tuo is Tingwei Li Si.
Zhao Tuo smiled back at Li Si. Li Si nodded with a smile. Smart people can understand each other without speaking.
At this time, as the emperor sat on the chariot and entered the palace, sat down on the God's couch, the court meeting officially began.
"How is the palace going?" The emperor first asked about the progress of the palace construction in Beiban, Xianyang. The general responsible for the construction of the palace and mausoleums, the Shaofu, immediately reported: "Your Majesty, the Chu Palace has been completed, and the Qi Palace will start construction later this month."
"Yes." The emperor nodded slightly, with a smile on his lips. When the Qi Palace is completed, he will be able to own the Palace of the Seven Kingdoms in Xianyang.
The palace is filled with beauties and treasures from all over the world, which is really a great enjoyment and can bring him a strong sense of pleasure.
Then at the court meeting, some state affairs were dealt with. The group of Confucian scholars standing at the end of the hall couldn't help it.
Chunyu Yue urged his servant Zhou Qingchen to speak. But Zhou Qingchen couldn't help but feel afraid when he thought of the scene where the ministers greeted Zhao Tuo before, and how Wang Wan, the left prime minister, did not support them.
He should have spoken out, but he didn't dare to speak at this moment. Chun Yuyue, who was standing behind him, couldn't help but look angry when he saw this.
This week Pushe retreated in the face of battle, and he was indeed a dog with a broken crest. Chunyu Yue relied on the tone in his chest and stood up to report: "I, Chunyu Yue, have been ignorant to speak to Your Majesty. It is said in etiquette that surnames are used to distinguish marriages. If they have the same surname, marriages will be blocked for hundreds of generations, so as to determine the human relations in the world."
"Today I heard about the incident of Princess Zhao Tuoshang, the eldest concubine. Zhao Tuo, the eldest concubine, comes from the clan of Zhao State and is a descendant of the Zhao family with the surname Ying. And your majesty's eldest princess is also a descendant of the surname Ying. Both of these two Since we have the same surname, if we follow the etiquette and rules, intermarriage is not allowed. Your Majesty, please follow the etiquette and law and prevent his marriage, only if your Majesty allows it!" As soon as these words came out, all the ministers and officials looked at him with amusement. Looking at the Confucian doctor who spoke.
This guy is really brave. Zhao Tuo, who was the protagonist of this matter, looked calm, but the emperor's face on the emperor's couch suddenly turned cold.
He asked indifferently: "You said, no marriage with the same surname?" Chunyu Yue cupped his hands and said: "Not getting married with the same surname is an ancient ritual system. Qin is a country of etiquette. Since ancient times, it has been a good marriage alliance with countries with different surnames. There are Qin, Jin, Qin The Chu people have been married for several generations, but the marriage between Qin and Zhao has never been good. This is clear proof. Your Majesty, please follow the etiquette." After Chunyu Yue finished speaking, Qi Bibi also brought a few bold doctors to join in. : "The ancients said that if a man and a woman have the same surname, their life will be different. If they marry with the same surname, it is really taboo. Your Majesty, please check it out!" There was a dead silence in the palace, and many people had a look of surprise on their faces.
They didn't expect these Confucian scholars and doctors to be so bold. If a man and a woman have the same surname, they will not be born together.
Although this sentence is indeed an old saying and many people have heard it, but to dare to say it in public in this hall is simply amazing.
Zhao Tuo narrowed his eyes and clenched the hands in his sleeves into fists. On the emperor's couch, the emperor was not angry, only a cold light flashed in his eyes.
At his current stage, he can't express his emotions or anger. He said indifferently: "What do you think about this matter?" As Qin Shihuang finished speaking, someone in the palace had been preparing for a long time, stood up, and yelled: "This is ridiculous!" Everyone looked at it intently. , seeing that it was Tingwei Li Si, he became furious and yelled at Dr. Dianwei.
"We are speaking according to etiquette and law, how can Tingwei talk about absurdity!" Chunyu Yue cocked his head, not afraid of Li Si, and confronted him tit for tat.
Zhao Tuo had already suspected Li Si's move and was not surprised. But when he saw Chun Yuyue showing such courage and daring to argue with Li Si, he couldn't help but shake his head secretly.
"Historically, it was Chunyu Yue who dared to scold Zhou Qingchen for flattery in front of the emperor and let the emperor continue to do feudal things. In the end, it was Chunyu Yue who triggered the burning of books across the country. This man is really bold and stubborn." Seeing Chunyu Yue come forward to respond , Li Si asked: "Etiquette? I think what you said is the method of learning from the ancestors of the kings. You often cite the good governance of the three generations to prove it, right?"
"This is the case. It is unheard of to say that things can last long without following the ancient methods. Only by learning the methods of the previous kings can the country be long-lasting. If you modify the ancient system without authorization, you may suffer disaster." Chunyu Yue raised his head and spoke, There is something in the words, which is an insinuation of what happened in the previous county.
This made Zhao Tuo even more speechless. He quietly glanced at the emperor on the couch and saw his expressionless face, which made his heart tremble.
If it had been an emperor with poor concentration, he might have been furious on the spot. Li Si continued to ask: "Since it is the method of learning from the ancestors and guiding the good governance of three generations. Then I would like to ask which dynasty the etiquette of non-marriage with the same surname was made? Is it Xia? Is it Shang? Or is it Zhou?" Chunyu Yue frowned. Wrinkled, he still replied: "It is the Duke of Zhou who makes rituals and teaches the princes of the world."
"Haha, it turns out that it is the etiquette of the Zhou Dynasty. To us, this is indeed the ancient king. But since you talk about the good governance of the three generations, why don't the people of the Zhou Dynasty learn from the methods of Xia and Shang!" At this point At the place, Li Si said loudly: "I once heard that Xia and Shang did not mind the marriage of the same surname, until the Zhou people did not follow the methods of the previous kings and changed the politics of Xia and Shang. For thousands of years since ancient times, the two dynasties of Xia and Shang have If there are intermarriages with the same surname, why are there any differences?”
"Since you say that the rule of the country should be based on the methods of the ancestors, why don't you follow the marriage system of Xia and Shang, but instead follow the Zhou etiquette that has been modified from the methods of the ancestors and not followed the ancients?"
"Xia Shangguye?"
"Zhou Guye?"
