"Erlang, do you know what is the most admirable thing about you?" Dafu's eyes became very gentle and he said softly: "In my opinion, it is not those great achievements that are admired by the world and will be recorded in history forever, but that you can always be able to Stay awake. Although there are times when you act too hastily and insist on your own way, in critical moments, you are always wise and calm.
After more than twenty years, the government and the public have been singing praises to you and worshiping you as a god. However, they have not indulged in the boasting and flattery. Instead, they always look back and never forget to reflect on themselves. For an emperor like you, this is It’s so rare…”
"Aren't you trying to flatter me?" Emperor Liu chuckled after hearing what he said.
"Although it is meant as a compliment, it is also true to the truth!" Da Fu said.
"It's not that I'm calm and rational, but that I'm a suspicious person!" Emperor Liu laughed at himself, and spoke his mind without hesitation in front of Fuhou: "Be suspicious of others, but also suspicious of yourself! When others are conservative, I am radical, and when others are excited, , I'm afraid!
It is something that only sages and sages could do. After taking off my dragon robe, I am just a mortal. After so many years, I have made many mistakes and regretted many things. Right now, I am just a little confused... ..”
"You must not be confused! Otherwise, how can the country, the country, the country, and the people of the world depend on each other?" Da Fu advised.
"I bear the responsibility for the country, the country, and the country, but all the people in the world do not live for me!" Emperor Liu shook his head.
After talking to Da Fu, Emperor Liu's mood improved significantly. He felt more energetic, sat up, leaned on a pillow, and motioned Da Fu to get on the bed.
The couple cuddled together, and Emperor Liu said leisurely: "Counting from the first year of Qianyou, I have been in office for twenty-three years. For such a long time, people may have become bored!"
After hearing this, Da Fu sat up suddenly and turned his head to look at Emperor Liu: "Why do you say this?"
"With a weaker emperor, those nobles, generals, ministers, and even the palace servants who serve them will be much more comfortable, and the family, country, and world will not have so much trouble!" Emperor Liu said with a chuckle. : "Leaving aside the people of Li, the ministers in the imperial court see me every day and greet me all the time. Aren't they bored?"
"If your words are spread, how will the palace and the imperial court be at peace?" Dafu shook his head gently and looked at Emperor Liu and said.
"I'm just telling you, you can't spread the word!" Emperor Liu.
"Erlang, you have been burdened so much this year that your mind and body are exhausted!" Dafu said warmly, leaning gently on Emperor Liu.
"Perhaps he is really tired!" Emperor Liu said with a little regret in his tone: "In the past, I often told the ministers that if they wanted to imitate Zhenguan, I would compare myself to Tang Taizong! When Tang Taizong was in power, there were only two emperors. Thirteen years..."
Seeing that Emperor Liu's mood was waning, Da Fu said: "You also said that you want to surpass the Han Dynasty. Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty has been in power for more than fifty years, and Erlang has been in power for less than half of that!"
Emperor Liu immediately said: "I have no intention of being older than anyone else in the throne. So what if Liu Che has been in power for more than fifty years? He is old and ignorant, and has put the country in danger. Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty has been in power for a long time. There was an Anshi Rebellion." , the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty has turned into ashes. In the past two years, I have really felt a lack of energy and a sense of powerlessness. You have also advised me, but this laziness is always inevitable... "
Only in front of the Queen would Emperor Liu say this from the bottom of his heart. Da Fu's face changed after hearing what he said, but he did not have a deep conversation with her after all. She just comforted him with her gentleness and virtuousness. ...
They have been married for more than 20 years, and Da Fu knows Emperor Liu very well. Although Da Fu has repeatedly shown her strength in the past years, she also divides things into different things. In fact, most of the time, Da Fu is careful to please Emperor Liu.
After all, Emperor Liu is the emperor, the king of the world, and the head of the family. Even if she respects him and dotes on her, she never dares to be arrogant. Most of the concessions between husband and wife are made by the queen.
As Emperor Liu grew older, Dafu was no longer as brave as before. He dared to say anything and gave advice on all opinions. More importantly, he still had to obey his temper.
Just like tonight, it had been a long time since the husband and wife spoke from the bottom of their hearts to each other. As for Emperor Liu's description of physical and mental exhaustion, she would not take it seriously if the emperor had slacked off for a long time.
This is just because Emperor Liu has been under more pressure this year and has accumulated a lot of negative emotions in his heart. He just vents his bitterness and vents it.
"By the way, have you met the young lady of Zhao Kuangyin's family?" Emperor Liu asked, his mood already improving after telling her story.
"I met Zhao Jingong two days ago. Although she is not a stunning beauty, she has a good upbringing, knows books and is courteous. She will be a virtuous woman!" After hearing this, Dafu also showed a look of satisfaction on his face: "I agree with you. The Crown Princess also talked about it, and she was very sincere and accepted it happily..."
This is the thoughtfulness of Dafu. Emperor Liu will not care about the feelings and thoughts of a prince. There is still room for violation of his wishes, and Liu Yang's opinions are not considered.
"Whether a virtuous person is virtuous or not, you can't tell in a short period of time!" Emperor Liu said calmly: "However, if Liu Yang can't even manage a small family, how can he rule the world?"
Emperor Liu's strength was always revealed inadvertently: "Since you have met me, the matter has been completely settled. After the next period of time is busy, choose a date and arrange the wedding. In addition, Liu Yun’s marriage was also discussed with Concubine Xian and decided together!”
"Yes! I will take care of this matter personally!" Dafu responded. The prince's marriage is also her responsibility as a queen.
...
The continuous activities after the emperor returned to Beijing did not exhaust the enthusiasm of the people of Xijing. It was still early, and the city of Luoyang was already filled with smoke and firecrackers. The ups and downs of Kaibao's eight years were completely over.
The palace is also ordinary, shrouded in a festive atmosphere, with palace lanterns everywhere, colorful satin fluttering, and beauty everywhere. The palace people still entered the palace to clean the palace, but with a little more joy. On the occasion of the New Year, all those on duty were rewarded with a certain amount of money and food according to their rank.
As usual, everyone in the imperial court is basically on holiday. Except for a few people on duty, most people are happily returning home to celebrate the New Year and visit relatives and friends.
For the bureaucrats of the Han Dynasty, Emperor Liu has actually given them a lot of favors since the Kaibao Year. It is completely different from the early days where they were working as messengers and had few holidays, maybe even all year round. However, with the improvement of the resting system, the resting time has been continuously increased, especially from the beginning of the first lunar month to around the Lantern Festival every year, it is even more relaxed.
But this year is obviously different. After experiencing the vigorous Kaibao Northern Expedition, the aftermath matters need to be dealt with urgently, and there is no room for delay. There are too many things that need to be arranged in time.
Therefore, although it is the New Year, after a night of celebrations, most people still have to drag their exhausted bodies back to the government office to handle official business the next day, especially those in important ministries such as the Political Hall, the Privy Council, the Financial Department, and the Ministry of War. Officials.
And as Empress Fu understood, what was wrong with Emperor Liu was just a temporary upset. After finding a listener to talk about it, he vented his anger. The next day, it was as if nothing had happened, with a smile on his face and his spirits restored. , no haze color visible.
"I will see you, Your Majesty!" Although they were exhausted, the ministers of the Political Affairs Hall still showed a very energetic look when they paid homage to the emperor.
"Everyone is exempt from the courtesy!" Emperor Liu raised his hand and said to the ministers who maintained a posture of awe.
As the center of power of the Han Dynasty, there was no mystery at all for Emperor Liu. He looked around, entered the inner room, lifted his robes and sat down, stretched out his hands to Zhao Pu, Song Qi, and Li Ye and said: "Sit down! Sit down and say !”
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
"It's only the second day of the Lunar New Year. I see that all the officials in the Political Affairs Hall are here. Why bother working so hard during the festival!" Emperor Liu said a little insincerely.
Zhao Pu responded: "Nowadays, the affairs of the imperial court are heavy, and state affairs are urgent. Therefore, all ministers and ministers do not want to leave their posts! If the state affairs are not managed well, even if it is a holiday, it will be difficult for the ministers to feel at ease!"
Emperor Liu smiled and was very satisfied with Zhao Pu's attitude. Moreover, it was known without any investigation that Zhao Pu must have exerted some pressure on his subordinate officials.
"Thank you for your hard work! After you have been busy for a while, I will give you a big holiday!" Emperor Liu said: "I have ordered some goods to be sent to the palace and will be delivered to you at that time. It is my best wishes. !”
"Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty!" Hearing this, Zhao Pu and others immediately thanked him.
Seeing Emperor Liu's easy-going and friendly behavior, Zhao Pu felt a little more relaxed. He was naturally aware of the change in Emperor Liu's mood at yesterday's banquet.
