Due to the delay in the first half of the journey, even if he traveled lightly after passing Chang'an, it would already be late February by the time Emperor Liu rushed back to Xijing. However, during this period of time, the post cavalry from Emperor Liu's side was dispatched one after another, and a large number of military orders were conveyed to the Han border troops stationed in the north. In order to seize the time, they bypassed the Political Hall and the Privy Council, and were issued directly by the emperor. Order.
Regarding the reaction and handling of this matter, others did not dare to say anything. However, Prince Liu Yang rarely took the initiative to speak to Emperor Liu and pointed out the inappropriateness.
When they were in Chang'an, the father and son had already fully communicated with each other. Liu Yang also knew that Emperor Liu had made up his mind about the Northern Expedition and could not change it easily, and he had no intention of discouraging him. He only pointed out that the Northern Expedition required the joint efforts of the whole country, the mobilization of internal and external forces, and the close cooperation of central officials in order to be successful and to give full play to its full strength.
Therefore, giving orders directly beyond the central government will achieve a certain speed, but it will also easily cause some chaos below, and will also hit the central officials...
It has to be said that as his age, experience, ability and knowledge increased, Liu Yang began to have his own opinions and thoughts on many things, and he also began to dare to give advice to Emperor Liu.
Take this matter as an example. Although it was just a matter of conveying the imperial edict, Emperor Liu was used to being strong and focused on the Northern Expedition. He would not take into account so many things. Even if the central government learned that the emperor had bypassed them and issued the edict directly. Ling didn't dare to say anything more. However, Liu Yang was able to notice these details and take the initiative to speak out. This is growth.
Seeing this, Emperor Liu, instead of being annoyed, expressed his appreciation for Liu Yang. The prince's performance over the years has naturally been in the eyes of Emperor Liu, and he has made progress bit by bit, but perhaps he is too powerful and cannot pretend to be a "loving father", which makes Liu Yang very depressed. Rarely opinionated.
Now, Emperor Liu was naturally happy to see that he had made progress and dared to put forward his own ideas and opinions to himself. As a prince, he naturally has to cater to Emperor Liu's ideas and follow his footsteps in major political affairs, but he must also have his own thoughts and opinions, and cannot be a puppet. Otherwise, over time, he will eventually be lost to everyone. .....
Of course, this change is indeed Liu Yang's growth and a kind of psychological maturity. Liu Yang has been engaged in the profession of prince for more than ten years, and his experience is constantly enriched. Just like walking on a tightrope, he must pay attention to balance and grasp the right degree, which is also the most difficult.
Under the shadow of Emperor Liu, it is impossible to be too positive, let alone passive; it is impossible to be strong, and it is even worse to be weak; it is impossible to be sharp, and it seems undesirable to be deep and obscure...
At least so far, Liu Yang has performed really well, to the point where Emperor Liu can't make mistakes unless he deliberately makes mistakes. Compared with the emperor, the prince is obviously more difficult to do!
After adopting Liu Yang's suggestion, Emperor Liu made timely changes and issued an edict to the Xijing court, mainly the Political Affairs Hall and the Privy Council, directly informing them of the Northern Expedition and asking them to make full preparations. As for war mobilization through the center, once it starts, it is resolute and complete, and the possibility of stopping is reduced again.
On the wide straight road, the camp was advancing at a steady speed. Thousands of guards were closely guarding Luan Jia. The atmosphere was very solemn. Even though Luoyang was approaching, everyone still kept silently as if they were on their way.
The bright spring light penetrated into the car through the swaying gaps in the curtain from time to time. Emperor Liu leaned on a pillow and dozed off. When spring is warm and the flowers are blooming, it is also the season of sleepiness.
"Officials, Wu De envoy wants to see you!" During the march, Yan Tuo reported outside, his voice was very low, as if he was afraid of disturbing Emperor Liu.
But when Emperor Liu heard about it, he still woke up. He opened the curtain and noticed Li Chongju riding his horse outside the imperial chariot. He asked, "Is there something new going on in the north?"
Li Chongju nodded, raised his hands and responded with unusual seriousness: "Your Majesty, the new ruler of Liao Kingdom has been established!"
"So fast!" The remaining confusion dissipated, and Emperor Liu couldn't hide his surprise and ordered: "Get in the car and talk!"
After saying that, he removed the curtains, and Li Chongju quickly boarded the carriage. Without him having to bow respectfully, Emperor Liu sat closer and asked seriously: "Who will succeed, Yelv Bishe or Yelv Xian!"
When asked, Li Chongju, who had always been calm and serious, couldn't help showing an unexpected expression at this time, and responded: "It's Yelvxian! On the fifth day of this month, King Yelvxian of Qi made a blood oath with the clan, nobles, and ministers of the Liao Kingdom. Succession in front of the coffin!"
"No one objects? No internal fighting? No trouble?" Emperor Liu asked several times.
Although he knew Emperor Liu's expectations, Li Chongju still shook his head and said: "Yeluxian seems to have reached a consensus with the upper echelons of the Liao Kingdom. Although there were fights, they did not lead to civil strife in the end, and Yelvxian succeeded to the throne smoothly!"
"Hiss..." Emperor Liu couldn't help but take a breath, not hiding his disappointment. Then he frowned deeply and asked urgently: "Have you figured out what happened? In the past two days, Didn't you report that there were undercurrents in Beijing and endless fighting? Why did the situation settle down so quickly?"
Emperor Liu's tone already contained a bit of anger, and Li Chongju couldn't help but lower his head a little, and responded in a deep voice: "Returning to Your Majesty, the key lies in the Liaonan Academy King Yelv Xiezhen, Yelvxian has the support of this person! "
"Yelü Xiezhen..." Emperor Liu muttered with a gloomy face.
Li Chongju reported: "Yelü Xiezhen returned to the court for funeral. That night, Yelv Xian came to pay homage in person. He waited in front of the mansion for two hours before he could see him. What they said during the meeting was not found out, but what happened next , at the court meeting where the new emperor was elected in the Liao Dynasty, Yelv Xiezhen showed her support for Yelvxian's succession!
Yelu Xiezhen is the most famous commander-in-chief of the Liao Kingdom at the moment. After he expressed his stance, the aristocratic ministers who were vacillating in the military and political affairs of the Liao Kingdom also turned to support Yelu Xian!
Among the Han ministers, Han Kuangsi, Gao Xun, Han Deshu and others also expressed their support for Yelvxian! At the same time, Yelv Xianshi, Xiao Siwen and other civil and military ministers who held real power protected him. Forced by the general situation, Yelvxian was able to inherit the throne! "
After hearing this, Emperor Liu's anger calmed down a little, but he still felt something was wrong and said, "Can Yelvjing's brothers agree? What about Yelvbishe? Didn't he do anything?"
In this regard, Li Chongju showed a puzzled expression and sighed: "This is what is puzzling! At the beginning, there were not many people in the Liao court who supported him, and King Yelu Dilie of Anping even worked hard for it. , however, Yelu Bishe seemed to have no ambition to seek the throne, and focused on taking care of Yelujing's funeral.
Later, the ministers recommended Yelvxian, but he did not resist at all, but took the lead in surrendering to the new master, and the overall situation was decided! "
"It's useless!" After hearing such a result, Emperor Liu finally couldn't hold it in anymore and cursed with an angry attitude: "What is this Yelu Bishe thinking? He can just watch his father and brother's inheritance be destroyed. Are the collateral factions seizing the throne without any action or resistance? Are the emperor's positions just handed over to others? Are his knees so weak?"
Seeing Emperor Liu's indignant look, Li Chongju didn't know what to say. He lowered his head and waited for him to finish venting, and then said: "Your Majesty, a new king of the Liao Kingdom has been established, and he has succeeded to the throne with the support of all his ministers. The old and new Liao Kingdom has changed. If there is civil strife, I’m afraid the chances are slim!”
Emperor Liu calmed down a little and said, "Where is their Taiping King? Isn't it said that he is jumping up and down, extremely active?"
"After Yelvxian succeeded to the throne, he was granted the title of King of Zhao to win over him!"
“Where is Yelu Dilie?”
"Be granted the title of King of Wei, Shizhong, Taiwei, and Military Envoy of the Baoguo Army!" Li Chongju said: "In addition, many ministers of the Liao Kingdom were promoted to officials, nobles, and property rewards. Yelu Bishe was also promoted to the King of Beiyuan. , Assistant to the Government..."
"This Yelvxian is very skillful and courageous!" Finally, Emperor Liu said with emotion: "Not only can he gather people's hearts and get the support of so many people, but he can also be so generous to a direct competitor for the throne. It's rare. ah!"
