It was the first day of the first lunar month in the first year of Qianyou. It was a festive day. The people of Tokyo welcomed the new year. Although the common people were poor, they also had clean clothes. However, the imperial court banned alcohol and suppressed the city. There was a lot less fun in and outside the city. However, it is the New Year after all, and people are looking forward to a new atmosphere.
For the Han Dynasty, when we entered the new year and opened a new chapter, the first thing was the canonization ceremony of the prince. In the Chongyuan Hall, there are colorful ribbons, and there are guards of honor in the hall. There are "generals holding the hall" at the four corners, and all the military athletes in front of the hall are standing in class. All civil and military officials are wearing imperial uniforms. There are also governors, Jinzou officials, The foreign envoy observed the ceremony...
Everything seems to be decent, but in fact it is neither fish nor fowl, and it feels like being crowned by a monkey. The etiquette and music have been broken for so long, and the "quality" of the Han courtiers is just that. Everyone thinks it is good, and they can just entertain themselves.
The ceremony was presided over by Taichang Qing Zhang Zhao. Although the ceremony was simplified, it still lasted for a long time. Fortunately, everything went smoothly. Then Liu Zhiyuan couldn't resist anymore, and the first court meeting in the first year of Qianyou failed to go smoothly. Liu Zhiyuan's body really couldn't bear it, and he almost managed to hold on to the crown prince's canonization ceremony. The scene of his trembling body being carried back to the harem by his chamberlain caught the eyes of many people.
For the Han Dynasty, the first day of the new year brought many hidden worries and bad omens, which made many courtiers feel uneasy.
In front of the Long Live Hall, Liu Chengyou and a group of ministers were waiting here. His face was serious, and there was no sign of joy on his face that he had obtained the position of crown prince. The ministers nearby all had worried looks on their faces, and they couldn't help but whisper, expressing their concern for Liu Zhiyuan.
"As ministers and ministers, you should set an example for the courtiers. It is unethical to discuss secretly in front of the palace, look around and disturb people's hearts, how unbecoming it is!" Suddenly, Yang Bin stood at the front and yelled at the ministers.
Liu Chengyou frowned slightly and glanced sideways at Yang Bin, seeing that his face was normal and extremely strong. He looked back calmly.
However, Yang Bin's scolding made all the ministers surprised. Who is not a member of the imperial court, how can you, Yang Bin, be so arrogant?
Su Fengji immediately spoke out and said, "As ministers, we are loyal to the emperor. The officials do not hesitate. We are worried. What's wrong with that?"
Then he scanned the circle of officials and said in a sarcastic tone: "How can it be inappropriate for someone to be arrogant and yell at His Highness?"
It's a pity that they didn't get a response. They were all smart enough to beat Yang Feng, and Su Fengji was enough.
"You are so presumptuous!" Yang Bing was furious.
"You're so presumptuous!" Su Fengji glared, cupped his hands towards Liu Chengyou, and stared at Yang Bin: "His Royal Highness the Crown Prince didn't even say anything. Although you, Yang Shuxiang, have a high and powerful position, you don't know the superiority of others!"
Su Fengji directly wore Liu Chengyou's tiger skin, which was a bit like a villain's triumph. This Su Fengji is a good choice if used to antagonize Yang Bin.
Yang Bin opened his mouth and looked at Liu Chengyou subconsciously. All he could see was his handsome and calm profile.
"Boss, please stop saying a few words." At this time, Su Yugui stood up and once again made peace with Xini in front of the good old man.
At this time, Mrs. Li walked out, still wearing her attire. She swept around the front of the hall with a solemn expression, her majesty revealed in her eyes: "Why are you so noisy?"
"I'm waiting for you!" A group of people quickly apologized.
"As ministers, you are responsible for military and national affairs. Please step back and deal with state affairs and calm people's hearts!" Li ordered calmly.
After saying this, all the ministers looked at each other. Su Fengji took the initiative to step forward, lowered his head and asked respectfully: "Empress, I wonder what the situation of the official holy body is like? I request an audience."
"I have a minor illness, but it's nothing serious! The official family needs to rest and recuperate. I am not in the mood to meet with you at the moment. I will listen to the government later." Li said directly: "The official family has an edict. During the period of recuperation, the prince will supervise the country. All the ministers will return to their own homes. I am responsible for assisting the prince, maintaining the running of the government, and managing state affairs well!"
"yes!"
"I will do my best to assist His Highness the Crown Prince!"
Li Shi has said so, and the ministers can only retreat, but they dare not force their way in. As for appeasing people's hearts, these courtiers themselves still need to be comforted.
Liu Chengyou was stopped by Mr. Li and stayed. But when facing her son, Li's divine strength faded away, revealing a hint of fatigue and a little worry.
"Mother, father, he..." Liu Chengyou asked softly.
Li Shi showed a forced smile towards Liu Chengyou, stepped forward, gently smoothed the bright yellow Gonglong robe for him, and warned: "Your father is not hesitant. As the prince, he should be good at managing the affairs of the country, and share the worries and solve problems for the king and father." . Nowadays, the power of the country is frequently in decline and public sentiment is uneasy. Please be more conciliatory with your courtiers and don’t be too tough. Things in the world and human relationships are not that simple.”
"As for the official family, I will take care of it, so don't worry too much..."
After listening to Li's instructions, Liu Chengyou's already calm mood became even calmer. He saluted respectfully and said, "My son, I take my leave."
"Go!"
After Liu Chengyou left, the kind look on Mrs. Li's face softened again. She summoned several chamberlains and her younger brother Li Ye who were waiting in front of the palace, and ordered coldly and solemnly: "Let me know, please tell me about the official's condition." , but those who spread rumors and gossip in the palace will be severely punished!"
"Your Highness!"
Stepping into the Privy Council as a prince gave me a new feeling. After all, he was a semi-king. The attitude of the ministers in the Privy Council became more and more respectful, especially when they heard that the emperor was ill. Facing the respectful greetings from the first hospital, Liu Chengyou, as usual, just calmly let them go back to their duties and do their work.
"Is there any latest news from Guanzhong?" Liu Chengyou went directly to Guo Wei and asked.
Guo Wei picked up a military report and handed it to Liu Chengyou: "This is the latest battle report. The cold winter is gradually going away. Shu general Li Tinggui came out of Ziwu Valley and led his army to block Ziwu Town for Zhao Kuangzan. The enemy's power has been contained. However, it is said that the Shu army will not be able to fight this winter. We have stored a large amount of food and equipment in Xingyuan Mansion, and this time, I am afraid that we really have the intention of swallowing up Jingzhao and Fengxiang in one go!"
"That depends on whether they have the appetite!" Liu Chengyou said coldly as he touched the case.
"What's going on over there in Fengxiang?"
After hearing the question, Guo Wei took a breath and his expression became completely serious: "The Shu army, Qin and Feng, came from two directions, and they were completely in a pincer attack on Fengxiang, but as long as Chencang is defended, the Shu army is not afraid. However, I am afraid that Fengxiang Jiedu will Hou Yi, there must be eyes and ears in the capital. Since he knows that the court is suspicious of him, I am afraid that he will be suspicious. If he surrenders to Meng and Shu, and leads the Shu army into Fengxiang, the situation in Guanzhong will be completely destroyed!"
Regarding these situations, Liu Chengyou had already had some ideas in his mind, but after hearing his words, he still couldn't help but gasp: "It's really a weapon that avoids rats!"
"Fengxiang will definitely not allow any mistakes!" Liu Chengyou's tone showed no room for doubt.
He stood up and walked to a military map hanging in the center of the courtyard. It marked the current situation of the Guanzhong states, including the Shu army's advance route. Liu Chengyou's eyes were fixed on the westernmost region in the Han Dynasty's territory. Without Qin, Feng, Jie, Cheng Sizhou, Fengxiang stood out alone, facing the front of the Shu army, and it really felt like a precarious situation.
At this time, in the Great Han Pass, facing Meng Shu's intrusion, the situation was much more severe than when Cao Wei faced Zhuge Liang's first Northern Expedition. After all, Longxi was already in the hands of the enemy, and the Shu army only needed to capture Fengxiang. March east along the Wei River and cooperate with Ziwu's army to attack Jingzhao.
Moreover, the one currently guarding Chencang for the Han Dynasty is not Hao Zhao.
"Your Highness, Hou Yi is a veteran of the imperial court. Although he did something strange because of suspicion, judging from his reactions, it is not possible to say that he really wants to surrender to Meng Shu." Guo Wei began to say while Liu Chengyou was thinking.
"Privilege Guo just expresses his opinion directly!" Liu Chengyou still didn't look away from the map.
Guo Wei continued: "If Hou Yi really wanted to surrender, he would have led the Shu army to the east long ago, and he would never have resisted the Shu army before. Moreover, he was already in his sixties, and he was the most powerful minister in the country. He left his hometown and left his hometown. What's the benefit of leaving a big country and going to a small and narrow country like Shu? "After all, it's hard to tolerate a small carp in a hoof." Looking at the root of the matter, it is still Hou Yi who is wary of the court. He only needs to be comforted by the court and tell him sincerely that he wants to come. And I don’t want to rebel.”
Hearing this, Liu Chengyou sneered and said: "Please surrender to Meng Shu and send your subordinates to the west with military registration and food rolls. This must be a fact! Such behavior is clearly rebellious, and the Privy Council does not need to speak for it."
Since this period of time, the focus of the Han court has been on the situation in Guanzhong, especially on Fengxiang's side, and the small actions made by Jiedushi Hou Yi have also been reported one after another. Or maybe he just let the imperial court detect him on purpose to show his self-respect.
Hearing what Liu Chengyou said and feeling his tough attitude, Guo Wei sighed in his heart. He was still too young. He handed over his hand and was about to say more. But he saw Liu Chengyou raising his hand: "Even so, I still want to tolerate him. I went to the official family and gave him an iron certificate of alchemy, added him to the official position, and promoted him to the nobility. What does the Privy Council think?"
Hearing this, Guo Wei was stunned. He noticed Liu Chengyou's cold face and couldn't help but bowed: "Your Highness is broad-minded, I admire you!"
"I will arrange for someone to go to Fengxiang and tell Hou Yi that the court is willing to confide in him. It depends on whether he is willing to accept this goodwill!" Liu Chengyou said.
Guo Wei's eyebrows relaxed, but he responded confidently: "As long as Hou Yi is not too stupid, he will naturally know how to choose!"
That look of determination seemed like someone had accepted a bribe.
"Hasn't the matter of sending troops been decided yet?" Liu Chengyou asked.
The dispatch of troops to Guanzhong has been discussed for more than ten days, but the Shu army has not made any substantial attack before, and the Han court's progress is slower.
Guo Wei also showed some dissatisfaction on his face: "It is planned to send out five thousand troops, drawn from the hall and the east and west armies. However, the choice of the general is still to be discussed."
"There are so many generals in the Guards Department, can't we find one who can be used? If we delay it any longer, the Shu soldiers will come to Chang'an!" The anger in Liu Chengyou's chest suddenly rose.
In fact, Liu Chengyou also heard about it, and it was because the generals were fighting with each other. Shi Hongzhao wanted to use his man, Yang Fang... Yang Fang actually dared to reach into the Forbidden Army openly and openly!
Facing Liu Chengyou's anger, Guo Wei sighed.
"Tomorrow, we will gather the civil and military forces to recommend generals and be sure to select them!" Liu Chengyou ordered.
Having mentioned this matter, with his hands on his waist, Liu Chengyou stared at the Western Frontier for a while, and suddenly said: "Control Shi Kuangyi, the governor of Zhangyi Army, and let him lead the Jingyuan army south to Longzhou to threaten He Jianshe from the flanks. Army, support Fengxiang!"
After Guo Wei heard this, he also studied it and looked at Liu Chengyou: "This is a good idea!"
"According to His Highness's wishes, the Jingyuan army marching south may not only threaten the Shu army!" Guo Wei added.
Liu Chengyou clenched his fists and said in a cold voice: "If there is no military force to confront each other, I am afraid that Hou Yi will not be able to be honest with the court."
