After the palace meeting, the ministers dispersed, leaving Guo Rong alone with Liu Chengyou. The monarch and his ministers strolled between the palace rooms. Liu Chengyou is half a head taller than Guo Rong, but in terms of image, he is a bit better than Guo Rong.
Of course, the age difference between the two is almost one round, so there is not much comparison. Liu Chengyou is still young, while Guo Rong has grown older and has been in a high position for many years, practicing his energy and nourishing his vision. However, he has the temperament of a middle-aged man with a successful career.
"A good news from Liyang, I can sleep peacefully for a few days!" Liu Chengyou sighed with emotion as he lay on his back feeling the heat of summer.
He didn't mean what he said. The war in Jinghu, from the beginning to the present, has never caused him to have trouble sleeping or eating. He was just casually looking for something to talk about.
"With Murong Yanzhao in charge of the overall situation at the front, many elite soldiers and generals serving at their service, and many sages in the center who can manage the internal and external affairs, your Majesty can sit back and relax from the minor troubles in Hunan!" Guo Rong said with a restrained smile.
Liu Chengyou turned his head, glanced at him, and said with a flash of inspiration: "You must have ignored a few people in your words!"
Guo Rong was speechless when he heard the words, while Liu Chengyou said with a smile: "This mobilization of troops and strategic arrangements are all coordinated by you, Privy Councilor Guo. I know that you are modest and cautious, but I can clearly see your function! "
Guo Rong's expression became a little more serious, he shook his head lightly and responded: "I really don't dare to take credit!"
Liu Chengyou pointed to the south and continued, but there was always something wrong with his tone: "And Mr. Xing, you have done a great job in transporting food and baggage for the army, and taking care of the rear area. You are the only father and son in the whole dynasty who have this pillar." The country is capable!”
Hearing the emperor mention Guo Wei and say this, Guo Rong's heart suddenly tightened. Almost instinctively, he cupped his hands and said: "I and my son would never dare to deserve this honor. As His Majesty's subjects, we are just doing our duty!"
Seeing Guo Rong's serious reaction, Liu Chengyou shrugged his shoulders, his face became more amiable, and his smile was warmer than Xia Yang's: "I'm just expressing my feelings! Speaking of which, Duke Xing has been in charge of Zhongnan for me for three years. Bar!"
"My father went south to serve in the spring of the fifth year of Qianyou's reign!" Guo Rong responded.
"Xing Guogong is the founding official of the country. He is the pillar of the country and has great qualifications. He cannot stay abroad for a long time. After Jinghu is pacified, it is time to recall him to Tokyo! For the former, father and son live in different places. I feel guilty in my heart!" Liu Chengyou Said quietly.
"Your Majesty's words are serious. We are all serving the country, regardless of internal or external conditions!" In agreement with Liu Chengyou, Guo Rong thought more deeply.
The emperor's words cannot be taken seriously. If Guo Wei returns, he will surely occupy the position of Prime Minister and Assistant Minister. Then it is time for his son to be released to the outside world again. Being in the center and in charge of military aircraft, political struggles are inevitable. Guo Rong also sees many things very clearly.
Liu Chengyou didn't mean to clarify the matter, but suddenly mentioned: "Guo Ning is also 18 years old!"
Guo Ning is the fifth daughter of Guo Wei. She is beautiful and has not yet been married. Of course, everyone in the government and the public knows that she was destined by the emperor... Hearing the elegant meaning of the song, Guo Rong responded: "Wu Niang is indeed over eighteen years old!" "
"I am deeply concerned that the Queen Mother is ill and cannot be cured after long-term treatment. Now that she is old, I also plan to bring her into the palace to fight against Xie Chong. Make time to let her enter the palace and meet the Queen Mother at Ciming Hall!" Liu Chengyou gave the order as it should be. With.
Hearing this, Guo Rong relaxed a lot, cupped his hands and said, "Yes!"
After Guo Rong retreated, Liu Chengyou couldn't help but climb on the railing in front of Chongzheng Hall. The intensity of the day was already a bit unbearable, but it could not dispel the slight gloominess in Liu Chengyou's expression. The contemplation between the gods was a bit frightening, and Zhang Dejun, who had served him for many years, did not dare to step forward and disturb him.
It is undeniable that because of the original history, Liu Chengyou has always been wary and wary of the Guo family. Although over the years, his throne has become more stable and his imperial power has become more prosperous, the low-level uneasiness and suspicion at the beginning have long disappeared. Moreover, because of his talents, he was given credit to both of them and was promoted to a noble position. I also admire Guo Rong's talents and personality very much.
However, everything is subject to failure. After so many years of development, the Guo family has become more and more prominent in the Han Dynasty. It belongs to the top family and is not weaker than those relatives' families. In terms of hard power, it is probably better than them. .
Only the Privy Council, although since the founding of the People's Republic of China, has experienced four people: Yang Bin, Guo Wei, Zhe Congruan, and Guo Rong, for most of the time, the people in power were the Guo family and his son.
As for the forces in the army, although Liu Chengyou has made adjustments and balances several times, there are still many generals with the "Guo family" label who are reused. Not to mention Guo Rong. During the Huainan War, he single-handedly challenged Huaidong and established his reputation in one battle.
Li Chongjin and Zhang Yongde. Li Chongjin had been a senior general of the Forbidden Army for a long time, and now he controls the horse army on the right side of Long Jie. Zhang Yongde was promoted to Yuhou, the capital of the Wujie Army, because he had been on duty in front of the emperor for many years and had many meritorious services. As for the other generals who were influenced by the promotion of Guo and his son, they are even more numerous. For example, in the Huainan War, the cavalry general Guo Chong, who had made great achievements, had served under Guo Wei for many years and is now also in the cavalry army.
Take this southern expedition as an example. Shi Yanchao and Guo Wei had an old relationship. Du Hanhui was a surrendered general from the previous dynasty, and he also had good relations with him in the early years of the founding of the People's Republic of China. As for Pan Mei, he is now considered independent, but at first, he was basically Guo Rong's retainer, and he was recommended to Liu Chengyou by Guo Rong. No matter how much time passes, Pan Mei will always remember that kindness with her temperament.
Judging from the supervision report of the Wude Division, even though Guo Wei had been away from the center for three years, all the generals in the Southern Expedition, from Murong Yanzhao down, respected Guo Wei very much. Although it is not ruled out that there were some people who acted on the occasion, this reputation was still enough to arouse Liu Chengyou pays attention.
Moreover, these are all the results of the Guo family and his son not deliberately managing the relationship between the military and the military, and even deliberately concealing it.
Liu Chengyou reflected on why such a situation occurred. First of all, there was the problem of him as the emperor. At least on the surface, Liu Chengyou was too fond and trusting of the Guo family and his son.
Of those prominent ministers and generals who were prominent at the founding of the country, how many are left in the court today? Guo Wei is basically the only one left, with two dukes in one family, father and son inheriting the privy council, nephews-in-law, relatives, and old friends all over the military and government.
However, it is undeniable that the "Guo family" generals appointed by Liu Chengyou did have their talents. Liu Chengyou had to feel lucky that he had rectified the Forbidden Army early enough and his control over it was constantly strengthening. Most of the young generals and rising stars grew up under his care and became the backbone of the Han Forbidden Army today. Otherwise, Guo Wei's identity as the "last Yuan minister" may not be preserved.
Even so, considering Guo's influence between the military and the government, Liu Chengyou had to use some means and make some adjustments. Changes are needed for the country, the king, and the Guo family.
However, Liu Chengyou needs to think carefully about how to adjust. He can analyze his power, but he cannot suppress it unnecessarily. Just like operating under the knife, performing an operation is a delicate job.
If Liu Chengyou accepts the Guo family's wife, then the Guo family's reputation in the government and the public will continue to rise to a higher level, and perhaps it will also become a sign of prosperity and decline.
The relatives of the Fu, Gao, and Zhe tribes had considerable influence both inside and outside the military and political affairs, but in fact, their influence on the ruling core of the imperial court was not as great as imagined. This is not the case with the Guo family. You can tell just by looking at the generals of the Forbidden Army who can be named.
In fact, for Liu Chengyou, if Guo Wei died at this time, many problems would be solved and worries would be eliminated.
Only Guo Wei has the prestige to integrate Guo's son, nephew, son-in-law and old friends. Guo Rong has that ability, but if Guo Wei dies, he has no room to display it.
In this way, the Guo family may still be the top family member of the Han Dynasty, but the influence will not be so terrible, because many people give Guo Wei face.
Should we let Guo Wei die? Liu Chengyou's expression showed a cold and stern look, but it quickly disappeared and revealed a wry smile.
The former still wants to marry someone else's daughter, but in his heart he is looking forward to the death of his father-in-law. It is so immoral...
