Countless princes entered Chang'an City, especially the princes and princes from Guandong, which attracted great attention from the people of Chang'an.
The kings and princes of the Han Dynasty now have increasingly different positions in the Han Dynasty.
No matter which class you are in, it all comes down to the competition of talents in the end. The rise of scholars is a gathering of the world's powerful forces.
This resulted in an endless stream of talents among the governors and prime ministers, which profoundly affected the positions of the kings and princes.
The kings and princes had kingdoms and states to inherit, which were remnants of feudalism from the previous era. This was an advantage but also a shackle.
Because during the Zhou Dynasty, it was not uncommon for vassal states to become powerful and eventually annex the suzerain state, so the court kept a close eye on these semi-independent princely and vassal states.
But in this era of great land annexation, the shackles placed on their heads by the royal family were too heavy.
The governor, governor, prime minister, and Xiu Yi were all watching to see if any of these princes had expanded overseas. If they did, they would report it, which would be a great achievement.
On the contrary, powerful people in counties and counties can annex land without any scruples. Although the nature of the land is different, the land of princes is "own" and the land of powerful people is "bought", but who will care about it when it is actually used? ?
Many princes came to Chang'an to complain.
“Your Majesty, the number of private armies in the subject country is not as large as that of the powerful servants. The land of the powerful people in the counties is several times greater than that in the subject country. The powerful people have even built fortresses on the land. It is like a country within a country.
Chen is a prince conferred by the imperial court.
Chen's ancestors followed Emperor Gao to found the country, followed Emperor Xiaowu to conquer the Xiongnu, put an end to the rebellion, and rectify the country.
As a result, I was oppressed to this point by a mere local tyrant who colluded with the county governor. I am really ashamed and find it difficult to face my ancestors.
Even when I wake up from my dreams at midnight, I often want to commit suicide to thank the world.
I hate it! "
Looking at the princes who were kneeling in the palace and crying continuously, Liu She and Huo Guang were a little dumbfounded. The country's princes wouldn't be in such misery!
Of course, it would not be so miserable. The value of guarding the princes is to quell the unrest and prevent the spread of peasant uprisings that arose across the country in the late Qin Dynasty.
It has only been thirty years since Jingnan, and not all the second generation of Jingnan princes have died yet. How could their combat effectiveness be degraded so quickly?
But only children who can cry can eat sweets. How can we get benefits from the court without making ourselves miserable?
Besides, what he said is not wrong. There is indeed this trend now. Using the powerful of the future to defeat the powerful of the present is called taking precautions before they happen. Is there nothing wrong with it?
After recovering from their shock, Huo Guang and Liu She's faces immediately darkened. Who was kneeling in front of them?
They are the descendants of the founding officials of the Han Dynasty, the descendants of the heroes who contributed to the Jingnan War, and those who still retain titles and princely states 150 years after the founding of the country are those who have made great contributions to the Han Dynasty.
Emperor Gao and Emperor Xiaoxuan both made oaths. One said "the country will be in eternal peace" and the other said "the country will be forever peaceful". Even if Emperor Gao's oath was not taken seriously, Emperor Xiaoxuan was close to me and must fulfill his oath. !
In other words, in the Han Dynasty, when a powerful man faced off against a feudal lord, the identity carried by both parties determined the outcome.
Thinking of this, Liu She said sternly: "Don't worry, sir, I will reassign Xiuyi Zhizhi from the court to lead the palace guards to investigate. There are many powerful people who are illegal, and I didn't expect that they would bully the princes!
What kind of tigers, leopards and wolves are these? They are simply more ferocious than the worst beasts. With such a family entrenched in the county, can the people in the county still live in peace?
I'm angry!
What does the Sheriff do for food?
Why is such a thing not reported?
Is he colluding with a powerful family? "
Liu She was really a qualified leader. After a few words, he began to expand his thinking, from the conflict between powerful families and the noble families, to whether officials in counties were lawless.
The princes were overjoyed when they heard this, and couldn't help but feel proud, knowing that their enemy was now dead.
Dare to go against the Liehou family?
After suddenly becoming rich, I don’t know how much I weigh!
No matter how dilapidated the princes' families are, we still have political privileges, the quota to recommend officials, the right to enter the palace on time to meet the saints, and the achievements of our ancestors who have struggled for 150 years.
As long as the imperial power is at its peak, overthrowing a powerful family that is entrenched in a local area is just a matter of making a fuss. How can you, a powerful family in a mere county, fight with our noble family?
Do you really think we are local bumpkins like you?
If it were a wealthy family from Chang'an, I would be a little scared.
Thinking of these princes, he quickly thanked them and then left the palace with a brisk pace.
Looking at the figures walking out of the palace, and recalling the kings and princes he had met over the past few days, Liu She asked with some confusion: "General, is it really that powerful now?
All the kings and princes who entered the palace were denounced by the powerful.
Forget it for others, why are the Lanling Xiao family, Zhang family, Lu family, and Han family also denounced it?
No powerful person would dare to provoke these powerful princes without opening their eyes, right?
Even I have to respect these families. These are all families who share the same dynasty. "
The Guochao Tongxiu family of the Han Dynasty did not mean that they would not eliminate the country, but that once the country was eliminated, once there was any happy event, they would look for descendants to restore the country. This is called Guochao Tongxiu.
There are only a few people who can get this kind of treatment, and they are all those who contributed the most to the founding of the Han Dynasty.
Liu She was still very smart, and then he heard Huo Guang say faintly: "Whether it's true or not, what does it matter?
The Han Dynasty has never been powerful when it comes to ruling the world, but the powerful have continued to grow in power over the years. If there is really no other way, then we can only let it go.
But since there are guarding princes who are willing to assist the court, naturally they can only sacrifice the powerful. "
Liu She was stunned when he heard this and realized that this was a matter of stance, not a matter of right or wrong!
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What is the grand scene of a dynasty?
What is the power of the emperor?
What is court prestige?
In Changle Palace, looking at the tribute lists piled as high as a mountain, Huo Guang was quite excited and said to Liu She proudly: "Your Majesty.
When did the Yin Shang Dynasty decline?
It started when the Zhou people at the foot of Qishan Mountain lost their king and prince in Chaoge. It started when the Zhou people united with the princes and no longer respected the Yin and Shang Dynasties.
When did Bang Zhou decline?
It started when the princes were unwilling to meet the emperor, and it started when the princes gradually began to ignore the role of the emperor.
When Emperor Xiaoxuan first came to the throne, he did not even dare to let the princes come to worship.
What about now?
Your Majesty, you issue a decree when the sun rises, and the princes must complete it before the sun sets.
The princes want to see His Majesty, just like students who want to listen to the teacher's instructions.
The kings wanted to continue their wealth and were trembling in front of His Majesty.
Even though the King of Dayuandong and the King of Lingnan, who are five thousand miles away, are coming to Chang'an, they respectfully offer their loyalty to you.
The princes and dignitaries who came to Chang'an blocked the roads in and out of the city gate, and countless rare treasures filled the treasury and there was no room for it.
All families are willing to offer their daughters in order to achieve the goal of entering the heavenly family.
This is what Chen and Emperor Xiaoxuan have been working tirelessly for thirty years.
Today, I finally saw this scene. "
Huo Guang's impassioned words made Liu She swayed. What he would inherit would be a renaissance situation second only to that of Emperor Wen. Can he keep the foundation of his ancestors?
He stopped his excitement slightly and forced himself to say: "This is all the credit of Emperor Xiaoxuan and your Majesty. I am just sitting back and enjoying the success. I am really a little ashamed."
"Don't worry, Your Majesty. In the past, Emperor Xiaowen was so heroic that King Luo Wen also served as regent. After King Luo Wen returned to power, Emperor Xiaowen established his achievements.
You are still so young and will definitely accomplish a lot in the future. "
After Huo Guang finished speaking, he turned his gaze to the tomb of King Su in Chang'an. His eyes seemed to be able to travel through space. There was not only the human body of King Su who ascended to heaven, but also King Luowen!
A man of one hundred and fifty years, who wouldn’t want to become the second King Luo Wen!
Who wouldn't want to live in glory and wealth, hold the world's most important affairs in his hands, and be full of sorrow and honor after death without being liquidated? His name will be left in history, and his spirit of loyalty will be passed down through the ages. He deserves to enjoy the Liu family's ancestral temple, and receive the incense of the dynasty every year. Who wouldn't want that?
But after a hundred and fifty years, only I, Huo Guang, have this chance!
As long as I return to power during my lifetime, my reputation, Huo Guang, will always follow King Luo Wen in the Han Dynasty. Thinking of this, Huo Guang couldn't help but tremble with excitement.
Liu She had not yet been crowned and should not have returned to power so early, but Huo Guang couldn't wait any longer. He wanted to let the princes stay for a while when they came to Beijing this time.
Within one year, all the grand ceremonies celebrating the birth of the royal children, the post-election ceremony, the emperor's wedding, the post-wedding crowning, and the return ceremony will be held!
The princes would never have imagined that they just came to attend a celebration ceremony and could not go back.
But the advantage is probably that he doesn't have to travel back and forth. Huo Guang thinks that the princes and dignitaries have to thank him.
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Liu She returned to the harem. With the official birth of the prince and the increasing number of pregnancies, the empress dowager became a little more relaxed about safety.
When Liu She entered the garden, all he saw was enchanting and beautiful, with spring orchids and autumn chrysanthemums each having their own specialties. Among them, many women's bellies were bulging, and he couldn't help but feel a sense of pleasure.
After more than a year of experience and comparison, Liu She was quite dissatisfied with the young woman that Huo Guang and his mother had found before. The experience given by the two parties was really very different. He believed that this was the reason why he had no heirs before.
With these thoughts in his mind, Liu She walked quickly with a smile on his face and got among the girls, causing a burst of exclamations and laughter.
"It would be great if the general could always assist me. I have only spent fifty years in my life running the country. It's really too tiring, so why don't you make a beautiful woman smile?"
Thinking back to the kings and princes he saw in the palace, and then looking at the beauties in front of him, Liu She's ambitions that had just been aroused by Huo Guang completely calmed down, "It is enough to defend the inheritance of our ancestors."
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Until one hundred and fifty years after its establishment, the Han Dynasty still had strong vitality. The author believes that the root cause lies in the double insurance of the central and local governments. In the Han Dynasty, the central government implemented the prime minister system. The prime minister had great power and could even check and balance the imperial power. During the Huo Guang period, the Great Sima General could replace the Prime Minister. This system prevented the court's policies from going to extremes.
When the violent emperor Liu Dan destroyed the central system, the Jingnan princes, that is, the local double insurance set up by the Han Dynasty, came into play and quickly corrected the mistakes of the central court. The Han Dynasty seemed to be back on track.
However, when the author read the historical materials of the 11th and 12th years of Lingjue, I came to a new conclusion. Emperor Xuan of the Han Dynasty restored the prime minister system in the central government that could check and balance the imperial power. In particular, his appointment of Huo Guang to assist the government further strengthened the power of the prime minister. , but in local areas, secondary insurance is on the verge of expiration! ——"The Rise and Fall of the Han Dynasty"
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