"What's the matter?" On the recliner, Emperor Liu put down the book in his hand and asked, showing his face with traces of time.
Upon entering, Yantuo immediately bowed and said respectfully: "His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has arrived in Beijing. He learned that the official family is in Qionglin Garden and would like to come to pay his respects!"
"He's back!" Hearing this, Emperor Liu raised a smile and ordered: "If you are tired from traveling, there is no need for him to run back and forth. Let him enter the palace and visit the Queen Mother and the Empress first. I will return tomorrow. Palace, let’s pass on the message!”
"yes!"
Early the next morning, the imperial chariot set off back to the palace, but Emperor Liu also led a group of people to ride around the outskirts of Kaifeng. Autumn is already here, and the air is filled with the fragrance of grains and fruits. People in the countryside are busy harvesting grains and threshing millet.
It has been reported that the Central Plains will be ripe this year. When he saw this scene of harvest with his own eyes, Emperor Liu felt happy, and the depression caused by the flood in Qizhou was relieved a lot. He returned with a relaxed mood. When he returned to the Han Palace, it was already noon, and Prince Liu Yang came to see him immediately.
"I see your Majesty!" In the Long Live Hall, Liu Yang bowed politely.
"Get up!" Looking at his prince, Emperor Liu showed a rare gentle smile: "Have you eaten? If not, just eat with me!"
"Yes!" Liu Yang naturally would not refuse.
For the emperor, it was a simple meal, with four dishes and one soup, three meat and two vegetarian dishes. The father and son sat down, and Liu Chengyou looked at Liu Yang: "How do you feel about this western tour?"
Hearing this, Liu Yang, who had not yet moved his chopsticks, immediately stood up and sat upright, his green and slightly faded face tightened, and he solemnly responded: "I walked all the way to Fengxiang Mansion. What I saw was that the government was well-organized and people-friendly, prosperous, and the officials were fulfilling their duties." , the people are happy with their business, the states and counties are at peace, the rivers are clear and the seas are flowing, it is a state of governance!"
In response to his answer, Emperor Liu was noncommittal, but asked: "I heard that you dealt with some officials and promoted a few young talents?"
As soon as I said this, Liu Yang became more cautious, looked at Liu Chengyou carefully, and then said: "The sun and the moon are bright, but there are still shadows. In the world, there will inevitably be traitors. It is also true that the court has judicial supervision." In order to investigate the evil and lawless, on the way to the west, I encountered injustice, so I was angry and dealt with it. As for the people who were plucked, the officials can strictly assess them, distinguish their strengths and weaknesses, and then make arrangements... .”
Seeing his nervous look, Emperor Liu smiled: "Everything should be done according to the court rules and regulations. You are the prince, so I have made your own judgment. I have no objection!"
Hearing this, Liu Yang couldn't help but breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Thank you dad for your trust!"
"How is the situation of land and fields in various places?" Liu Chengyou asked again.
Emperor Liu always attached great importance to the issue of land annexation, and Liu Yang also understood this matter. After thinking for a while, he said: "Looking at it, although the population has become increasingly abundant in recent years, there is still plenty of land. Households in various states own their own land. According to local officials, since the imperial court promulgated the transaction tax regulations, the number of private land sales has also increased. A big reduction. Moreover, ordinary people's livelihood depends on a piece of land and they cannot easily trade..."
"Have you visited Hezhong Mansion? How is the situation?" Liu Chengyou asked.
Liu Yang said: "Because of the famine, there were indeed many powerful landowners who took the opportunity to buy land from the people. There were many who bribed officials, hid their land registrations, and evaded taxes. Seven of the officials I dealt with were in office. In the river.”
"You see, after so many years of implementation of the imperial court's laws and regulations, things like this still happen in the river. In a small river, there are so many loopholes in the law, and even blatantly break the law and deceive the imperial court, and the world How big? It can be seen that this world is not just what you see!" Liu Chengyou said.
Upon seeing this, Liu Yang immediately said: "I don't know enough!"
"But on the bright side, I am happy when I should be happy, and I am happy when I should be happy. The ministers also said that the Han Dynasty has already set out to rule the world, and I believe it. It is better not for everyone to agree and hide it from me!" Emperor Liu smiled again.
Liu Yang said: "How dare the ministers deceive you? With my father's wisdom, how can I deceive you?"
In response to Liu Yang's compliment, Emperor Liu seemed very calm and said, "Do you know that the imperial system has been fully implemented, so why are there still so many illegal and perverting of the law at the top and bottom?"
After hearing the question, Liu Yang thought for a while and then said: "Is it because of the officials who implemented the appointment?"
"That's right!" Liu Chengyou showed a look of satisfaction, and then said: "No matter how perfect the system is, it still needs people to implement it. However, people's hearts are unpredictable and different. As long as there are some problems in the employment of people, there will be good strategies. Policies can turn into bad policies, and good governance can also turn into bad governance.
The system is dead, but people are alive! To govern a country well, you must first use people. If you use the right people, the country will be peaceful and the people are safe. If you use the wrong people, you will suffer the consequences! "
Liu Yang was stunned for a moment after hearing what Emperor Liu said, and then he digested it for a while before he responded: "My son has been taught a lesson!"
In his heart, he secretly wondered whether Emperor Liu really had objections to those officials he promoted. He raised his eyes to look at Liu Chengyou, then lowered his eyes slightly, staring blankly at the dishes.
Liu Chengyou continued: "I will give you another task!"
"Please show me!"
"Observe people! Whether they are officials, relatives, or even traffickers and pawns, you should observe them more from now on and submit an observation note to me every month!" Liu Chengyou ordered.
"yes!"
"You have to remember that you don't need to be smart enough, and you don't need to be versatile, but you must be accurate in judging people, know how to recognize people, and employ people. In this way, things can be done well and the country can be in peace!" Liu Chengyou continued.
"Thank you dad for your teaching!"
"I heard that you met an interesting thing and met a wonderful person in Luoyang?" Emperor Liu's tone became relaxed again.
Hearing this, Liu Yang also showed a smile on his face and said: "I never thought that this matter would also reach my father's ears. When my son was in Luoyang, a scholar named Zhang Qixian stopped him and offered advice on painting the land. , in order to make progress. Chen Shiyan said: Peaceful Party items; Enriching the people; Feudalism; Advocating filial piety; Promoting talents; Taixue; Homeland; Selecting good officials; Punishing with caution; Punishing rape. The son thought this person was interesting, so he treated him to a meal meal."
Liu Chengyou was also happy: "This is indeed a wonderful man, and he is brave enough to dare to stop you, the prince, from driving. What do you think of his advice?"
Liu Yang said: "I feel that this person does have certain insights, and the ten strategies he mentioned do have merit. Although there are many empty talk, there are some things that the imperial court has been implementing for many years, and there are some things that the imperial court is about to implement. Do......"
"It's good that you have your own understanding and are not fooled by his rhetoric!" Emperor Liu nodded and said: "However, he is not a mediocre person who has such courage and insight. Since this person is blocking the way to draw the land and offering advice, I think it is the right thing to do. How did you arrange for him to seek an official position? Have you ever given him an official position?"
Liu Yang shook his head: "My son gave him ten thousand dollars to help him continue his studies and participate in the scientific examination in two years' time!"
Emperor Liu chuckled and said: "I have a consistent policy, and I got to know you as the prince, and I also made a meal. This man is not at a loss!"
Hearing this, Liu Yang couldn't help but feel happy: "I just think that if this person gets a high school diploma, it will be more beneficial to his official career!"
"Okay, let's not mention this Qi Xian. Show me the notes you wrote on the Western Tour later!" Liu Chengyou ordered.
"yes!"
For a long time, Emperor Liu has been like a homework teacher for the training of his sons, constantly assigning homework and asking them to complete it. Liu Yang is also used to it. When he goes on a patrol, he thinks and summarizes what he sees, hears, feels, and thinks.
"By the way, you have been in Luoyang for a while. What do you think of this city?" Emperor Liu suddenly asked.
Liu Yang thought for a while and replied: "The thousand-year-old ancient capital has a profound heritage. In terms of prosperity, it may be second only to Kaifeng."
"Someone suggested that I move the capital. What do you think?" Liu Chengyou asked again.
Regarding this, Liu Yang immediately became cautious, looked at Liu Chengyou, and then said: "I heard from my father that there are three important things for a city: to be in the middle of the world, to have smooth water transportation, to be strong and strong..."
"Then you agree to move the capital?" Liu Chengyou asked.
Liu Yang was silent for a moment and replied: "I thought that Luoyang might have three benefits, but it is old and close to the Yellow River, so it is not enough to bear the weight of the capital. Moreover, Tokyo, the capital of the world, has been there for a long time, so moving it rashly will involve a lot of trouble. ..."
Emperor Liu had the idea of moving the capital more than once, but it was never implemented. There were many people in the court who understood this idea, and naturally there were people who wanted to please the emperor. However, more people chose to remain silent. Silence is an attitude.
As for Liu Yang, he only talked about some issues about moving the capital, and did not blindly cater to himself under his power. Emperor Liu was still satisfied with this point.
So, he waved his hand and said: "That's all, let's not talk about this. Let's eat first. The dishes are almost cold..."
