"It seems that you admire this person very much?" After Zhang Qixian retired, Emperor Liu asked Liu Yang, leaving Liu Yang to talk.
Facing Emperor Liu's slightly curious gaze, Liu Yang nodded lightly and admitted, "Yes! Don't you think this person is a rare talent?"
"Does the Han Dynasty lack talents?" Emperor Liu asked.
After hearing the question, Liu Yang was a little surprised, but he thought to himself that there were many great Han talents, but not many of them were worthy of training and could be used smoothly by him.
After thinking for a while, Liu Yang said: "After all, talents are rare!"
"Since you value him so much and he has great political achievements, he can be promoted appropriately. He is a bit of a loser in just one county!" Looking at Liu Yang, Emperor Liu said calmly.
Hearing what Emperor Liu said, Liu Yang hesitated for a moment and responded: "I think it's better to let him have more experience. Although a county is small, it is the foundation. If you promote him rashly, you will only be counterproductive... "
Liu Yang has a somewhat slow temper and often realizes things later, but he is also smart. Even if Emperor Liu didn't say it explicitly, he could feel that Emperor Liu had some objections to him bringing Zhang Qixian to meet the emperor. If you think about it carefully, there is indeed something wrong with it.
Hearing this, Emperor Liu smiled and said: "Over the years, I have seen countless young talents and rising stars. Although there are people I like, they rarely show it. They just sit back and watch the results. You are the prince, so You have to sit still! A wise man like Zhang Qi is already famous enough. What he needs is to settle down and be down-to-earth in politics. Being in the spotlight for a long time may not be a good thing!"
"Yes! My son has learned a lesson!" Liu Yang seemed to have learned something, and stood up to worship. After looking at Emperor Liu and Concubine Gao beside him, he resigned in due course.
When Emperor Liu met with Liu Yang and Zhang Qixian, Concubine Gao just sat quietly and said nothing. It was not until Liu Yang left that she said to Emperor Liu: "The officials are really giving advice to the prince! "
Emperor Liu turned to look at her and smiled slightly: "He has grown up and has his own opinions more and more. Unlike before, I don't know how much he can listen to my words!"
Over the years, as Liu Yang's position has become more and more stable, Concubine Gao has become increasingly quiet in the harem, and is not as active as in the past. After all, not to mention anything else, a prince who has been a prince for more than ten years would normally have a difficult position to shake. Coupled with his own quality, the support of his mother's family, and more importantly, the grandness of the holy family.
Of course, it is not without some hidden worries, that is, the issue of heirs. Among the married princes, apart from Liu Fang, Liu Yang is the only one who has nothing to show for.
Emperor Liu also paid attention to this and felt that this was a problem. Of course, for now, it is still a small problem. Liu Yang is still young after all, and there is only one woman named Murong. Even if you are really unable to have children, you can still choose someone from the emperor's grandson to adopt you, but that is still prone to twists and turns. Although the royal family is relatively quiet now, once it really involves the succession of the throne and the fight for the rightful son, even Liu The emperor would also have a headache.
One thing to say is that although Emperor Liu was powerful, power discords often occurred between the emperor and the prince, but personally, he absolutely did not want any problems to arise in the succession of the throne. Although he had been immersed in power for many years, But on issues concerning our country, we are still very clear-headed and have a firm attitude.
In his early years, when the country was in turmoil and faced internal and external troubles, Emperor Liu was young and childless, so he quietly trained Yong Wang Liu Chengxun and regarded him as the heir to the throne. Later, after the heirs multiplied and the crown prince was established, a lot of effort was put into cultivating the crown prince. A lot of work was also done around Liu Yang to consolidate his status.
Therefore, whether it was Liu Xu, Liu Xi, or Liu Fang, whom he had always loved, their status in Emperor Liu's mind was not as good as Liu Yang. He never trained other sons to replace Liu Yang. If one day, they threatened Liu Yang or even acted inappropriately, then Emperor Liu would never sit idly by.
"What's wrong with the officials? What are you thinking about?" Seeing that Emperor Liu suddenly fell into deep thought, Concubine Gao couldn't help but ask after waiting for a while.
After coming back to his senses and looking at the imperial concubine, Emperor Liu said: "I'm thinking about the grandson Liu Xi gave birth to for us. I haven't seen him for so long. I wonder how well-behaved he looks!"
Hearing Emperor Liu mention this, Concubine Gao's face also showed a little kind light, and she could not help but smile at the corner of her mouth, which quickly disappeared, and said quietly: "I don't know, I am also a grandmother... "
Looking at her slightly resentful expression, Emperor Liu knew that she was feeling sad about her old age again, and he comforted her loudly: "I am also a grandfather. It is natural destiny for people to grow old, so don't worry about it!"
Again, for these women who have been with him for more than twenty years, Emperor Liu may no longer be obsessed with their bodies, but the depth of his feelings cannot be shaken by some pink skeletons.
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"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Inside the palace, Zhao Kuangyin looked honored and held the cup carefully while Emperor Liu poured the wine for him himself.
As the years passed and Zhao Kuangyin became older, he became more cautious when facing Emperor Liu. In the past, he would have been honored to be received alone by the emperor, but now, he just felt inexplicably under great pressure.
Especially this time, he led the army in Liaodong, achieved brilliant results, and established great achievements. Even though he was serving the imperial edict alone and speaking on the throne, he did not dare to be complacent. Without him, in four words, he has great achievements and shocked the master. Although he is far from that level, Zhao Da has a strong political awareness and knows how to hide his secrets.
"Why is Zhao Qing so restrained?" What made Zhao Kuangyin cautious was Emperor Liu's half-smiling gaze, looking at him with a smile like a spring breeze.
Zhao Kuangyin responded: "Your Majesty is so kind to you. I am so honored that I feel so frightened!"
"Haha!" Emperor Liu couldn't help but shook his head and pointed at him: "Why are you so polite? You and I have known each other for more than 20 years, there is no need to be like this!"
But the more Emperor Liu said this, the more cautious Zhao Kuangyin became. Seeing this, Emperor Liu didn't take it seriously and said, "I'm calling you here for two things. One is to invite you to drink and talk!"
With that said, Emperor Liu raised a glass to invite him, and the emperor and his ministers drank together. After drinking, he looked at him and said, "Hey guys, look at this list!"
Emperor Liu took out a thicker memorial: "This is a list of meritorious officers and men of the Eastern Route Army drafted by the officials. I want to hear your opinion!"
Taking it with both hands, Zhao Kuangyin paused for a moment, then respectfully presented it back and said: "Your Majesty, the reward for officers and soldiers has been decided by the court. How can I have any objections?"
"have a look!"
Under the gaze of Emperor Liu, Zhao Kuangyin had no choice but to open the list and read it. However, he soon discovered a problem. It was obvious that many generals at all levels were listed on it, but he and Gao Huaide were the only ones who could not see a trace.
Emperor Liu took a sip of wine and said quietly: "The brilliant achievements of the Eastern Route Army are all due to your and Gao Huaide's good command. They should take the lead. Zhao Qing thinks, how should I reward you?"
Upon hearing this, Zhao Kuangyin felt a sudden increase in pressure. At his current status, his title has basically reached its peak, and it is difficult to move up the position. Therefore, Zhao Kuangyin does not have too many extravagant aspirations. Generally speaking, it is just a generous gift of money and silk, an increase in official salary, and some honorary titles. .
But the key point is that the emperor summoned him alone to talk about this matter, which forced Zhao Kuangyin to think more. Could it be that he really did something wrong that aroused the emperor's suspicion?
Emperor Liu looked at Zhao Kuangyin and saw the change in his expression, which was also interesting. Finally, Zhao Kuangyin said respectfully: "I am satisfied with your majesty's trust, entrusting the army, establishing meritorious deeds, and leaving my name in history. I have nothing more to ask for!"
"How can we not reward meritorious service? Otherwise, if the news spreads, people in the world will say that I treated the meritorious officials harshly!" Emperor Liu said with a smile.
"Your Majesty said something serious!" Zhao Kuangyin always felt that chatting with Emperor Liu felt heavy in his heart.
His expression became calmer, and Emperor Liu suddenly changed the subject: "Is there a young lady who has not yet left the cabinet under Zhao Qing's knees?"
Zhao Kuangyin was slightly taken aback and responded: "To be honest with your Majesty, I have nine children, but half of them died in infancy, and now only two sons and three daughters are still alive. The eldest daughter is the eldest, and the second and three daughters are still young!"
Emperor Liu said directly: "I intend to marry Zhao Qing!"
Hearing this, Zhao Kuangyin immediately became energetic, met Emperor Liu's gaze, and immediately responded: "I thank you, Your Majesty!"
He also understood that this might be the biggest reward for his achievements in Liaodong. After all, being able to marry into the royal family was definitely a good thing for the Zhao family.
After his mood calmed down, Zhao Kuangyin couldn't help but carefully asked: "I wonder which highness my little girl is honored to serve?"
Emperor Liu smiled slightly: "The prince has never had a concubine!"
