In front of the Han Palace, a young man was waiting calmly, but judging from his wandering behavior, his heart was not very calm, and he looked into the palace gate from time to time. Until, a figure walked out of the palace gate, and upon seeing it, his face suddenly turned from worry to joy.
This young man was Liu Shaoji, the military envoy of the Pinghai Navy, who had served as the envoy of the Pinghai Navy. Last year, he represented Quanzhang as a tribute to the imperial court. Liu Chengyou appreciated him and awarded him the title of Taizhong doctor.
Of course, those who came out of the palace were Liu Congxiao, who had just paid homage to the emperor, and hurriedly greeted him: "Father!"
Liu Shaoji is both a figure and a nephew to Liu Congxiao. He was the son of Liu Congxiao's younger brother Liu Congyuan, but because Liu Congxiao had no children, he succeeded him. If nothing unexpected happens, Liu Shaoji will be the heir to the Liu family.
"Isn't there an arrangement? Why are you waiting here?" Looking at Liu Shaoji, Liu Congxiao asked.
Liu Shaoji replied: "My son is worried, so he is here!"
Seeing his nervous expression, Liu Congxiao looked relaxed and said, "I'm going to see the emperor and give him a generous gift. What's there to worry about?"
Noticing his father's expression and feeling a little relieved, Liu Shaoji immediately asked: "What's the unknown situation like?"
As for the purpose of Liu Congxiao's audience, Liu Shaoji naturally knew it. Yes, it was to accept the land. He planned to dedicate the land and people of Quan and Zhangzhou under the jurisdiction of the Liu family to the imperial court and rule the Han Dynasty from then on.
The father and son talked as they walked, and Liu Congxiao said: "The emperor did not agree directly, so let me go back to my place first and wait for his reply!"
Hearing this, Liu Shaoji was stunned and a little surprised: "Is it possible that the emperor is not interested in Quan and Zhangzhou?"
"How can you not be tempted? The emperor is a promising king and will do great unification. How can I not be happy if I take the initiative to offer soil?" Liu Congxiao said.
"Then why not accept it?" Liu Shaoji was puzzled.
Looking at his adopted son, Liu Congxiao secretly sighed in his heart, after all, he was still too young, and said: "It's not that I don't accept it, it just needs to be considered! This is also where the emperor is wise and calm. The Quan and Zhang areas are small and surrounded by three directions. The power and the land under the jurisdiction of the imperial court are not bordering after all! If you accept it directly, I am afraid it will cause changes in the situation in the south. For the imperial court that has experienced many wars, it does not want to add complications! "
Listening to his explanation, Liu Shaoji was thoughtful and asked: "If this is the case, then why does my father insist on offering the land?"
This is probably political wisdom. Liu Congxiao did not hesitate to teach future generations, saying: "The general trend of the world has long been in the Han Dynasty. After the major victory in the Northern Liao Expedition, the unified situation is irreversible. Even if there are twists and turns, it does not harm the overall situation.
Since ancient times, the north has been unified, so how can Jiangnan survive alone? For example, the Eastern Wu Dynasty could not resist the Western Jin Dynasty, and the Southern Chen Dynasty could not resist the Yang Sui Dynasty. What's more, the now divided kingdoms in the south of the Yangtze River were actually the opponents of the Han Dynasty, which controlled Sichuan and Shu at the top and Jinghu in the middle?
As for Quanzhang, a small place, it will be annexed by the imperial court sooner or later. How can we still have the extravagant desire of separatism? Since it is a matter of time, it should be done sooner rather than later! Regardless of whether the court accepts it or not, at least let the emperor understand my Liu family’s intentions! "
Liu Congxiao's words can be said to be very insightful and he sees things more thoroughly. It was also during the years after the fall of the Fujian Kingdom and the separatist rule of Quanzhang that I read a lot of books. As for these, it was difficult for Liu Shaoji to understand them all.
After leaving the imperial city and getting into the car, Liu Shaoji couldn't help but speak: "Father, do you really decide to donate your land?"
Hearing the strangeness in his words, he sat upright and looked at him: "Why, you can't bear to leave?"
"After all, Quanzhang is the foundation you founded just now, and you worked hard to manage it, so you can be in good health now. You just dedicated it to the imperial court..." Liu Shaoji said in a complicated tone.
Hearing this, Liu Congxiao smiled at first, then gradually became serious and said: "I belong to the Liu family and have a weak bloodline. In the future, the only people who can inherit the family are your brothers. The two states of Quan and Zhang can be promoted. Assets can bring glory to one's family and make one's family prosperous. However, if one regards it as private property and harbors inappropriate delusions, one will surely suffer disaster in the future.
There is one thing you should keep in mind. Regardless of whether the court accepts it or not, you must be respectful and submissive to the court. Then through the contribution of the land donation, the court should also treat me favorably to keep my family name and ensure that my family continues to prosper. "
Seeing that Liu Congxiao was speaking seriously, Liu Shaoji did not dare to neglect, and immediately raised his hands and said, "You must remember this!"
The description relaxed again, and Liu Congxiao chuckled again: "The Wuyue Kingdom was strong, but the Min Kingdom was much stronger at the time. When the Jianghuai River was at its peak, it was difficult to destroy it. However, since the Qian Mu period, regardless of the Central Plains, How to change, always be respectful and submissive, and serve carefully. The current King of Wuyue is even more thorough.
You know why, but Qian knows that the unification trend is already established. With Wu Yue, it is impossible to resist the general trend. If you go against the current, you will eventually be in danger of destruction! If the king's army goes south in the future and flattens the south of the Yangtze River, how can Wu Yue resist?
Although Quanzhang is small, if I, the Liu clan, are the first to advocate the return of soil to the court, the significance of this is extraordinary! "
When he said this, there was a cunning look on Liu Congxiao's face. The corner of his mouth raised slightly, and he said playfully: "I am curious now. Once the news of the land donation spreads, how will Wu Yue react?"
In the original history, although there was also the matter of Zhangquan offering land, it was nearly twenty years later. Moreover, the Southern Han and Southern Tang Dynasties were destroyed one after another, leaving only the two scraps of Zhangquan and Wuyue in the world. , just to increase Zhao Guangyi's reputation.
However, in Liu Chengyou's era, the context of the times had gone awry. In more than ten years, the overall historical situation had completely collapsed, the unification process accelerated, and a great victory in the Northern Expedition shocked the world. It is not surprising that Liu Congxiao has such initiative.
In the palace, Han Emperor Liu Chengyou was also considering this matter. As for his attitude, it was both gratifying and a headache. He is pleased that Liu Congfu has such an awareness. As for the headache, it is just like what happened in Tang and Guangdong. What he wants now is stability and calmness, without causing trouble. It is best for the world to be peaceful and there will be no trouble in all directions.
However, the reality is that things are constantly changing. Staying with Congxiao, even if his original intention was good, his contribution was really not at the right time.
Of course Liu Chengyou also knows what can be seen from the performance. As the saying goes, it is easy to accept the two states. However, it is an enclave after all. If you want to fully accept the military and administration of the two states and turn it into Han territory in a short period of time, you cannot rely on words. At the same time, the reactions of Southern Tang and Jinling also need to be considered, although their reactions are not important.
In the early years, the Han Dynasty also had an enclave, Lizhou. However, it was backed by Jingnan at that time. The establishment of the Han Dynasty was not far away, but the situation in Quanzhang was not the same. It was a long way away.
On the other hand, considering the dark side, it is just a small place with a spring and a small area. Even if it is not dedicated, will it be difficult for a big man to take it in the future? If it is accepted in full, the feelings of those with vested interests have to be taken into consideration. How can it be more thorough by adding force?
However, Liu Chengyou still recognized Liu Congxiao's smart and current performance, which deserves praise.
As for whether to accept or not, after discussing with Wei Renpu who was summoned, Liu Chengyou decided to keep the status quo for the time being. Summoning a chamberlain, Liu Chengyou ordered: "Aren't there still some of the things I brought back? Tell me to go down and pick a few and give them to Ping Haijun Jiedu Envoy Liu Congxiao!"
After thinking about it for a while, Liu Chengyou said to Wei Renpu: "Wei Qing, although the two prefectures of Quan and Zhang are not accepted for the time being, the court can appoint a few officials to stay with you when you return to the south to take up the post. You can first familiarize yourself with some folk customs and government affairs! Regarding this matter, your Majesty We can make some arrangements!”
"Yes!" Wei Renpu responded, and then hesitantly said: "Your Majesty, these appointed officials are not within the scope of my authority!"
"Oh!" Liu Chengyou looked as usual and said, "Then I will pass it on to you and let the staff arrange it!"
"Yes!" Wei Renpu frowned slightly, his expression a little solemn.
After Wei Renpu retired, Liu Chengyou was still thinking about the matter, with a slight smile on his lips: "If the news of Zhangquan's donation of soil comes out, I wonder what Qian Hongchu, Li Yiyin, and Gao Shaoji in Beijing will think!"
