The Wenhua Hall, located close to the Third Hall, was originally used to pile up debris. Until last spring, Liu Chengyou ordered that it be cleaned up and used for the princes to study. Up to now, there are four princes studying in Wenhua Hall, the eldest Liu Xu, the second eldest Liu Yang, the third eldest Liu Xi, and the fourth eldest Liu Fang.
Inside and outside the palace, apart from some palace attendants and guards, there were only four disciples of that master, and they looked a little deserted. He raised his hand to make a silent gesture to the eunuch who was saluting, and stood under the curtain, observing the situation inside.
Zhang Zhaozheng took the book and led the princes to read and study the Analects of Confucius: "The Master said: 'A gentleman has nothing to eat and nothing to live in, if he is sensitive to things and careful in his words, he will be righteous and righteous. It can be said that he is eager to learn.'"
Liu Chengyou inquired and found out that Zhang Zhao's teachings to the princes were still enlightening, and he mainly lectured on "The Thousand-Character Classic", "The Classic of Filial Piety", and "The Analects of Confucius". However, in Liu Chengyou's view, there are still too few enlightenment books.
In view of this, Liu Chengyou has ordered the bachelor of the third library to compile a book suitable for children's enlightenment, and has made requirements based on the "Three Character Classic" and "Hundred Family Surnames". There is no way, he can only memorize those two books. The first few sentences can only be customized by the learned scholars in the imperial court.
Several princes were quite serious in their studies, but the only one who was distracted and seemed bored was the fourth prince Liu Fang, who showed an active personality even before he could walk.
Looking around, he suddenly spotted Liu Chengyou standing behind him. His dark eyes lit up, but when he saw his father's serious expression, he suddenly became excited, his attitude immediately straightened up, and his body straightened.
Liu Fang's strange behavior naturally attracted the attention of others, their eyes turned to him, and the sound of reading stopped.
"Your Majesty!" Zhang Zhao came forward.
Several princes came forward to pay homage in unison.
"No courtesy, Zhang Qing!" Liu Chengyou looked at Zhang Zhao kindly and said, "I'm disturbing your teaching!"
"Your Majesty is serious!"
His eyes fell on his sons. Liu Xu was already seven years old. He looked like a little adult and behaved well. Liu Yang and Liu Xi are six years old. Although they are young, they have a natural nobility in their bodies. The confidence of the Tian family can already be seen in their two young faces.
As for Liu Fang, the youngest but the most energetic, he stepped forward to please Liu Chengyou, hugged Liu Chengyou's thigh, and looked at him helplessly: "Dad, are you here to see us study?"
Facing that cute look with a hint of cleverness, Liu Chengyou still vaguely remembered the scene when the boy used his dragon robe to wipe his nose. Now, he is getting older day by day.
"Yes!" After touching his head, Liu Chengyou showed a smile: "It's just that when I came here, I saw that you were not paying attention to your studies and were absent-minded!"
Liu Fang curled his lips and said, "I can't even understand what Master Zhang said!"
After he finished speaking, Zhang Zhao's expression suddenly changed. Doesn't this mean that his master didn't know how to teach? He immediately blew his beard in embarrassment.
After all, he is a five-year-old child who speaks without restraint. Liu Chengyou educated him: "It's okay if you don't understand. Then learn to read, write, and memorize first. Master Zhang is a learned scholar. What he teaches you are the words of saints. Wait for you." When you grow older, you will naturally understand.”
Liu Chengyou's words were of great use to Zhang Zhao.
With a serious look on his face, Liu Chengyou asked Liu Fang: "How many of the Thousand-Character Essay can you memorize?"
Upon hearing the question, Liu Fang was stunned, let go of Liu Chengyou's thigh, thought for a while, and replied confidently: "I can read."
Faced with his clever answer, Liu Chengyou was amused. Looking at his other three sons, Liu Chengyou said to Zhang Zhao: "Zhang Qing, let me borrow these students from you first!"
The bright sunshine shines between the palace rooms and shines on the sharp sword, reflecting dazzling light. Liu Chengyou held the sword in both hands, and he could feel the heavy weight in his hands as he danced it steadily.
The moves he wielded were all basic training moves for the Han Forbidden Army. On one side, four princes, each holding a wooden sword, were practicing under the supervision and guidance of their instructor.
That's right, Liu Chengyou "borrowed" several princes to take them to practice martial arts and strengthen their bodies, and the teacher he found for them was Fen Guogong Yao Yuanfu.
Obviously, practicing martial arts is more interesting than staying in the Wenhua Palace to study, but as time goes by, boring movement training becomes less comfortable than sitting behind a desk...
They say the sword moves lightly, but if you concentrate on wielding it for a long time, your arms will get sore. By the time Liu Chengyou finished practicing the five sets of "Eighteen Forbidden Forces", there was a thin layer of sweat on his forehead and a burning sensation on his back.
He sheathed the sword and handed it to the chamberlain to put it away. Liu Chengyou took the silk handkerchief and wiped his sweat, looking at his sons practicing with his hands behind his back. Liu Xu is the oldest and more powerful. Liu Yang moves slowly, but his posture is standard. Liu Xi is more clumsy, obviously trying hard to do well. As for Liu Fang, his movements are lively...
"Mr. Yao, what are the qualifications of my princes?" Liu Chengyou asked after summoning Yao Yuanfu.
"After the Tian family, you are so beautiful!" Of course Yao Yuanfu said good things and responded: "Especially the fourth prince, he is so talented!"
Hearing this, Liu Chengyou also smiled and praised his son. He was obviously more happy than praising himself for making him come: "Then from now on, I have to trouble Mr. Yao to come to the palace and teach them for me!"
"Yes! The veteran will definitely teach me everything he can!" Yao Yuanfu responded with a hearty smile.
Yao Yuanfu is already over seventy years old. Although he is not resigned to old age and is still in good health, in the past few years in Kaifeng, he has seen that rising stars are springing up in the Han army, and it is basically impossible to go to the battlefield again.
Now, the emperor gave him an opportunity to teach the princes martial arts, and he was naturally happy to do so.
"Okay, let's all stop and take a rest!" Liu Chengyou stepped forward and asked the princes to stop.
Looking around, everyone was panting and sweating on the backs of their cheeks. The servants immediately served tea, and Liu Chengyou said: "From now on, in addition to studying and studying with Master Zhang in the Wenhua Hall, you will also practice martial arts with Duke Fen. Don't slack off, I will take the exams on schedule!"
"Yes!" The answer was neat.
Liu Chengyou added: "Studying is not easy, but practicing martial arts is even harder!"
"Children are not afraid of hard work!" Liu Xu said.
"I want to be as capable as my father in both civil and military skills!" Liu Yang seemed to be making up his mind.
"Daddy asked me to practice martial arts, so I will practice hard!" Liu Xi showed a simple smile.
"I like practicing martial arts!" Liu Fang looked very interested.
Liu Chengyou had a panoramic view of the reactions of the princes. The curve of his mouth represented his good mood. He sat on the chair beside him and called his sons to his knees.
His face regained some solemnity, and looking at a few young faces, Liu Chengyou said: "The Han Dynasty founded the country with force, but now the world has not been pacified, the rebellion is still rampant all over the world, and China's homeland is still lost. I originally wanted to take twenty years, Cut off riots, fight against foreign aggression, and bring peace to the world.
Now, the time has passed, but the countries are still there. If I cannot realize the great cause of the dynasty, I will have to rely on you brothers from now on. Therefore, you must study seriously and practice martial arts diligently! "
"Yes!" Although they barely understood what Liu Chengyou said, seeing that Nai's father was serious, they all nodded in confusion.
Liu Fang rolled his eyes, and there seemed to be a tangled look on his face: "Dad, you'd better not settle the world too soon."
"Why?" Liu Chengyou became a little interested.
"If that's the case, when I grow up, I won't be able to conquer the world for you!" Liu Fang tilted his head and said.
"Haha! These innocent words are quite interesting!" Liu Chengyou said to Yao Yuanfu, pointing at Liu Fang.
Yao Yuanfu also laughed out loud and said, "Although the Fourth Prince is young, his ambition is commendable!"
"That's what I said to you!" Liu Chengyou turned his head and said to Liu Fang: "I will definitely give you a chance to conquer the world for me from now on!"
"Officials, Captain Li Jun of Qingche wants to see you!" At this time, Zhang Dejun, who received the news, stepped forward and reported to Liu Chengyou in a low voice.
"Li Jun."
After reciting a sentence and turning his eyebrows, Liu Chengyou stood up, gave a few more instructions to the princes, and then packed up and headed to Chongzheng Hall.
On the way, Liu Chengyou made an impromptu order to Zhang Dejun: "Pass the imperial edict, select those of suitable age from the civil and military heirs of the fourth rank or above in Beijing, and enter the palace to serve as attendants in the Wenhua Hall. Zhang Zhao and Yao Yuanfu are responsible for the selection!"
"yes!"
