The city of Chang'an is becoming more and more prosperous. Rivers and gurgling water bypass the mountains and then converge outside Chang'an. In addition to the Wei River, there are other tributaries, like jade belts. These rivers irrigate this beautiful plain, Guanzhong Millions of people farmed it.
"Eight waters surround Chang'an, the foundation of eternal emperors!"
Luo Xin sighed, looking at the scene in front of him, he felt very comfortable. His temples were slightly white, and the skin on his face was slightly drooping, but his temperament was still so upright, his waist was always straight, and the wind blew over him The clothes even looked a bit old.
It is indeed relatively old. This official uniform was given by Lu Pheasant back then. He is a nostalgic person, and he is still the prime minister after so many years, so he did not change it.
“Your Majesty, this land and water is the Great Han Dynasty, and it is the foundation of all Xia for all ages.
As long as these rivers still exist, as long as the plains of Guanzhong remain, they can support millions of people. With these millions of people here, Zhuxia will always be prosperous.
The high mountains and green forests must be protected, and the rivers surrounding Chang'an must be dredged in time. When I return, I will promulgate the "Law of the Forest", hoping that future emperors will abide by it. "
Liu Heng was by his side. Compared with when he succeeded to the throne two years ago, he had grown a little taller, but he still looked like a child. He nodded when he heard this.
Then he looked at the farmland in the distance, his face full of curiosity, and asked: "Uncle, what are you bringing Heng'er here for? Is it to farm? As you said, the ancient saint kings would cultivate it themselves, and the world is known for it. Farming is the foundation.”
Luo Xin smiled, squatted down, pointed at the farmers in the distance, and then pointed at the green mountains in the distance and said: "Your Majesty, you are still too young and cannot stand it. When you grow up, I will take care of you again." You come.
You say you want to be a benevolent emperor, then you should take a good look at these.
Look at that farmer, he works hard every day, pays taxes to the big man, and then uses the remaining rations to feed his family. If he can have more leftover, he can take it to the market to sell some money, and then exchange for some things to go home.
In the Han Dynasty, there were tens of thousands of farmers like these. It was only through these people that you could live in luxurious palaces, have silks and satins on your body, and sit safely on the throne of the Emperor of the Han Dynasty.
Is there any palace in this world that has an unstable but solid foundation?
Are there any towering trees in this world that have rotten roots but stand tall in the wind and rain?
Is there any tyranny in this world that is not overthrown even though the people do not support it?
Don't let these people live.
The cost of three meals a day for emperors, nobles, officials, and powerful men may be the wealth of these people's families in a month.
If they are safe, your throne will be safe. If they cannot survive, the Han Dynasty will be like the Qin Dynasty, fighting everywhere and rising up, just like the royal family of the Qin Dynasty, who will die without a burial place.
This is the way of the world!
Changing the world is what the sages teach us.
Chen's family has been working tirelessly to improve farm tools, cultivate better seeds, and find ways to make the land more fertile, but there has been no qualitative change yet.
If you are gifted, let these people live a good life, give them hope, and let them understand that nothing in this world is destined.
Chaju, Chaju must not only be selected from among the clan members and nobles, there are also capable ministers among the common people, so they should not be underestimated.
This is what I expect from you. "
Luo Xin has high expectations for Liu Heng, because after two years of contact, Liu Heng is a very smart child, and his talent alone far exceeds that of Liu Ying.
Liu Heng's little head was a little dizzy, and Luo Xin smiled helplessly, "When you grow up a little bit, I will bring you here again."
Luo's children will all learn how to farm, and Luo Xin wants Liu Heng to learn too. Only by empathizing with others can a person change from the bottom of his heart.
Even Luo Xin did not expect Liu Heng to be so young, but he remembered everything he said in his heart. After the group of people boarded the carriage, Liu Heng took one last look at the farmer who was working hard.
A seed fell in his heart at this moment.
The huge convoy left here, the wind blew again, and the farmland was full of farmers' shadows.
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In the golden autumn, the sky is clear and clear, and a few wisps of breeze blow by, bringing bursts of refreshment, especially in the palace, where the walls are extremely high and continuous, not at noon or at night. , the sun and moon are not visible.
Chang'an City was supervised by Luo Yi, and this huge palace complex was also built by Luo Yi. Adhering to the idea that it could not show imperial power without being magnificent, Luo Yi left a lot of blank space.
With the gradual recovery over the years, coupled with the desire to weaken the powerful people in Shandong, these people were often asked to contribute money and efforts to build palaces.
It can be regarded as a system for harvesting powerful people that matches the mausoleum system.
However, after the death of Lu Fei, Liu Ying stopped the construction and maintenance of these palaces, because he believed that this was ultimately a waste of national power. Even powerful people can make contributions to the Han Dynasty as long as they are directed to the right place.
Luo Xin was noncommittal about this idea. No policy is always right, and you always need to try it.
When Liu Bang was alive, Luo Yi was a frequent visitor to the palace, but with the regency of Lu Fei, the only foreign minister who frequented the palace was Luo Xin.
Especially before Liu Ying got married, he came in and out of Changle Palace and Weiyang Palace at will.
It has been more than twenty years now.
Luo Xin is more familiar with this place than Emperor Liu Heng and Queen Mother Zhang Yan.
Groups of palace maids and eunuchs came and went quietly. As it took longer and longer to build the Chang'an Palace, the palace gradually became tainted with turbidity.
Especially the owner of this palace is a child. The real owner of the Han Empire, the regent prime minister, cannot live in the harem, so many intrigues are brewing secretly.
Weiyang Palace.
This place used to be the center of world politics in the era of Empress Dowager Lu, but now Zhang Yan certainly does not have such power. Luo Xin, who works in Changle Palace, is the most powerful person in the world.
However, since the emperor did not live in Changle Palace, but in Weiyang Palace, compared with the coldness and loneliness of Changle Palace, Weiyang Palace was a grand scene.
Even though the Han Dynasty and the imperial palace strictly practiced frugality, the Han Dynasty believed in governing the world with filial piety, no matter how frugal it was, it would not make the Queen Mother's life miserable.
Therefore, the Queen Mother's palace is always illuminated by colorful candles, and the light in the palace is extremely bright, without the sense of darkness in ordinary palaces.
The people in the palace were like butterflies flying among the flowers, coming in and out frequently, but they did not make the slightest sound. Although their thin clothes were wide, they only swayed slightly. Even when they walked past, there was not even the slightest movement between the sleeves. I never felt the breeze.
Zhang Yan was dressing up in the mirror while being attended by the palace attendants. She looked at her beautiful face in the mirror and sighed slightly. She was in the prime of her life, but she was trapped in the palace every day.
When the maid saw this, she said softly: "Your Majesty, yesterday the Marquis' Mansion sent a letter, saying it was not urgent and asked the maid to deliver it to you this morning."
The monarch naturally left Zhang Buyi behind. Although Zhang Yan did not get the power of regent, the Zhang family was not as powerful as the Lu family.
But as the mother-in-law of the current emperor, the Zhang family still has an extraordinary status. Among the founding heroes, the Zhang family is the first among the nobles outside the Luo family.
After all, the current situation in the world is very clear. The Prime Minister is powerful, but his age is there after all. Luo Xin's child is still young and it is impossible to take over the position of Prime Minister.
The remaining descendants of the Luo family are all in Zhaocheng, including the descendants of the Yinghou. Basically, they have never been to Chang'an, and it is not known whether they will become officials.
Although His Majesty in the palace is still young, as the saying goes: three years old, you look older, seven years old, you look older. From now on, His Majesty is as benevolent as Emperor Xiaohui.
When the Prime Minister passes away, won't Zhang continue to hold great power?
This is what many people think. Even Luo Xin thinks this idea is okay, but based on historical experience, people who think this way usually end up overturning.
The Zhang family was the top noble in South Korea in the past. In terms of status alone, it was more noble than the Lu family, which was just a branch of the Qi family. In today's Han Dynasty, it is second only to the Luo family.
But except for the Luo family, family heritage has never been related to blood. There are countless descendants of Bangzhou nobles in the world. The real heritage has always been knowledge, family tradition, collection of books, etc., and these things of the Zhang family have been Destroyed.
Except for the fifth generation Xianghan who can be used as a show off, the Zhang family is no different from other Chehou families.
Someone from the palace quietly came in, "Queen Mother, the Prime Minister has arrived at Changle Palace and sent someone to pick up Your Majesty to teach."
Zhang Yan then said: "Send brother's letter and send Heng'er to Dacheng to spend time with him. Don't delay Heng'er."
Luo Xinduan was sitting in a special office space in Changle Palace, silently handling government affairs, "Prime Minister, His Majesty is here."
Luo Xinyan put down what he was doing and turned around to enter another side hall, where Liu Heng was sitting quietly.
His little face is very childish, and he has inherited the advantages of his parents. He has a delicate and handsome appearance, red lips, white teeth, and bright eyes. Even if he is born into an ordinary family, he will be a lovable child.
A smile appeared in Luo Xin's eyes. Probably every teacher likes smart students.
What does a regent who doesn't want to think about rebellion do?
Many people think that being in charge of state affairs is enough, but this is actually too biased.
Whether the regent wanted to remain in power or preserve his name after his death, the most important thing was his relationship with the emperor.
Ji Zhao, Luo Su, and Luo Cheng all attach great importance to this point. The image of a strict father is absolutely unacceptable. Men are naturally repulsive to other men. If a harsh image is added to this, it will definitely give rise to a rebellious mentality. regarded as a threat.
In particular, the regent is completely different from the ordinary imperial master. The regent can really threaten the emperor, so what the emperor feels is not for his own good, but that the sword is sharp.
When teaching the emperor, we must pay attention to methods.
With these thoughts in mind, Luo Xin walked into the palace, and Liu Heng said crisply: "Uncle is fine."
(End of chapter)
