"Will there really be such a day?" Liu Yang murmured to himself with a serious expression. He finally came to his senses, looked at Emperor Liu and asked, "Dad, are you worried?"
Also, the Han Empire is so powerful now, full of martial virtues, and the people are prosperous and the country is prosperous. Even if it faces some financial difficulties, it can be adjusted back as long as it is given enough time to rest.
Under such circumstances, it was indeed difficult for Liu Yang to consider the future and the decline of the Han Dynasty. The profoundness of Emperor Liu's remarks even gave him the illusion that the Han Dynasty was dangerous. Could it be that the prosperity in front of him and the prosperous national destiny were all an illusion?
His thoughts were a little confused for a while, and he couldn't think of a reason. He could only look at Emperor Liu with a slight confusion, hoping to get an explanation or comfort.
Faced with Liu Yang's question, Emperor Liu calmly asked: "On weekdays, you also read books and history. Do you think there is an ever-lasting imperial dynasty?"
This question really stopped Liu Yang. He sat there with his intuition a little stiff. He lowered his head and hesitated for a while. When he raised his head, there was a little bitterness on his face and he said: "Isn't it too early to talk about this now? ?”
"I understand what you are thinking. With how powerful the Han Dynasty is now, talking about the future is indeed a bit vague and even unfounded. At least on the surface, such a situation is a bit far away from us. People in the world, including ministers, nobles, and ministers, No one will think about this, and no one dares to think like this!" Emperor Liu said to Liu Yang:
"Only you and I can examine the position we are in! Even these worries on my part seem a bit pointless! My reign can ensure peace in the world. You will succeed to the throne in the future, and with the help of internal and external generals, you can also Make the world peaceful, but where are the kings from another generation, and where are your descendants?"
Regarding Emperor Liu's words, Liu Yang didn't know how to answer for a while. Firstly, his mind was a little confused, and secondly, he always felt that Emperor Liu's worries were a bit inexplicable. At the same time, his mood became heavier and heavier by Emperor Liu.
Noticing his expression, Emperor Liu continued: "Although I and my fellow heroes conquered this world with one sword, but if we really want the great Han Dynasty to last for eternity, I will not have such extravagant hopes! The matter of descendants, I don’t care that much about how the kings of future generations behave!
Let’s not talk about the distant future, let’s talk about the present. Even if I am in office, I still cannot guarantee that the Han Dynasty will always remain strong, the national power will not decline, and no one will dare to rebel against the imperial court and cause chaos! "
Hearing what Emperor Liu said, Liu Yang finally couldn't stand it anymore and said with some excitement: "With father in charge, who in the world dares to cause chaos?"
Liu Yang obviously didn't believe it, or he was too confident in Emperor Liu. Of course, with the power and prestige of Emperor Liu at this time, he could indeed have the effect of sitting in China and keeping evil spirits away and hiding in hiding.
But Emperor Liu's mentality was always so suspicious and over-cautious. Raising his hand slightly to stop Liu Yang, Emperor Liu said: "Perhaps saying this is a bit worrying, or even completely unnecessary, but to tell you the truth, in this prosperous age where everyone praises and praises, what I have seen has already It’s full of hidden dangers!”
After saying this, Liu Yang felt even more horrified and looked at Emperor Liu with some surprise. However, this topic became more and more serious. The power of the Han Dynasty was rising day by day, just like a raging fire, burning fiercely, but Emperor Liu's worries were like a pour of cold water, seeming to extinguish it...
"Dad, that's not it!" Liu Yang was really hard to understand.
"Talking about the problem just now, do you know what, in my opinion, is the biggest problem of the Han Dynasty today?" Emperor Liu asked.
Shaking his head, Liu Yang stopped thinking and listened decisively.
Emperor Liu sighed: "The Han Dynasty is too huge now. In terms of the vast territory and the number of territories, it can be said that it has directly caught up with the prosperous Tang Dynasty and far exceeded the previous Han Dynasty. However, this was in less than thirty years. Among the things he did was to level down the separatist regimes and unify the world.
That's all. Everyone praises the glory of the empire's rise, but when it comes to the newly attached people, the expanded territory, and the consolidation work, the court is far from doing enough.
The territory has been secured, but how many are well managed? How many benefits can be brought to the court and benefits to the people? In fact, the only thing is continuous blood supply and continuous aid to the border areas!
You just said that the imperial court's contribution to the military and political affairs of the border states has only felt a bit burdensome in recent years, but over time, this is likely to become a bottomless pit that swallows up national power. And once something goes wrong in the country, the situation may deteriorate unpredictably, and this is something I can't fully control!
A big man is like a gluttonous giant. He knows no restraint and constantly devours and expands, so that he becomes puffy and bloated. Being greedy often leaves more than he can chew, which is accompanied by various problems.
People often ignore minor illnesses, but in such a huge country?
In the past, I didn't have so many worries and emotions, because I was immersed in the glorious glory and was proud of my martial arts prosperity. However, after this Northern Expedition, the country fell into embarrassment. Even if it was only temporary, it was enough to wake me up!
Gu Xi, this is just a matter of disdain. The country is so big, and the problems don't stop there. You have also participated in the improvement measures that Zhao Pu has been brewing during this period, so you should know that they are complicated!
The so-called prosperity and decline, but recently I feel more and more deeply, and even feel fear..."
This time, Emperor Liu told Liu Yang what he had thought and learned for more than half a year, which can be said to be a heart-to-heart. Liu Yang was not really stupid, so how could he not be touched.
Looking at Emperor Liu's slightly weathered face, and noticing the white color between his temples and beard, he stood up and said solemnly: "My father is a big man, and he has put so much thought and effort into it. I feel both admiration and shame for him!"
"One day, this position will be yours!" Hearing this, Emperor Liu couldn't help but smile, patted the dragon couch, and said to him: "At that time, you will be the one to worry about it, but you also have to think about it. , when you sit in this position, how will you face these problems, how will you solve them, and how will you protect this country!"
Of course Liu Yang could feel the deep expectations and trust in the words of the emperor's father. Because of this, he did not agree hastily, but said with a serious expression as if he was swearing: "The only way is to go all out! "
"Okay, here are you and me, father and son, no need to be so serious!" Emperor Liu said in a more relaxed tone, "Sit down and talk!"
"yes!"
In a few words, a sense of mission and responsibility slowly filled his mind. Liu Yang also regained some confidence. He looked at Emperor Liu and asked: "Since dad has already considered these things and is even deeply worried about it, we should have a strategy." This is the right measure!”
"Isn't it what we are doing now to eliminate troops and stop fighting externally, shrink the front line, recuperate internally, and restore national strength?" Emperor Liu said calmly: "We are also worried about this matter when we pacify the barbarians in the west!"
Liu Yang seemed to have caught up with Emperor Liu's thoughts, and immediately said: "However, you also said just now that this is only a temporary measure, and if you want to seek peace with this, it may not last long!
Furthermore, the territory of the Han Dynasty is still so huge. How to consolidate it, how to strengthen the control and influence of the imperial court, how to manage the government and prevent chaos, what are your considerations? "
Faced with Liu Yang's questions, Emperor Liu smiled again, with obvious relief in his smile. It was obvious that Liu Yang had been thinking about these seriously.
Without answering directly, Emperor Liu asked: "In your opinion, what is the biggest difficulty for the imperial court to rule these borderlands?"
Liu Yang thought for a while and then replied: "Since we are on the border, it is naturally remote and desolate, with long roads and poor communication. It is difficult to convey information from superiors to subordinates and report information to subordinates in a timely manner. Moreover, the situations in different places are different and difficult to deal with. This may be the reason. The biggest problem!”
"That's right!" Emperor Liu gave an affirmative answer, and then asked: "In view of this, how should we solve it?"
"Build roads and improve traffic?" Liu Yang blurted out.
Upon hearing this, Emperor Liu smiled and said: "Building roads and building bridges is a basic matter. However, how much manpower does the court need to expend to open the road? Even if it is opened, how effective will it be? Take the Yunnan-Guizhou region as an example. Even if the imperial court vigorously opens the main road and reports local problems to the capital, it will take a long time. It will only be improved, but the fundamental problem will still be difficult to solve!"
Liu Yang's brows furrowed again, he thought for a while, then raised his hands to Emperor Liu and said, "What can you do?"
"If there is a method that can convey information across thousands of miles, then the imperial court will be able to respond to the situation in a timely manner, and it can also strengthen its control over foreign countries. No worries..." Emperor Liu sighed lightly.
Liu Yang was completely stunned by this: "How can this be done? If so, wouldn't it be a magical method?"
"What surpasses this era is probably the magical method!" Listening to his words, Emperor Liu sighed with emotion, and his eyes seemed a little blurry at this time.
Soon, Emperor Liu came back to his senses, and Emperor Liu pondered, as if he was planning something. After a while, he looked at Liu Yang solemnly: "If I send all your brothers to the border areas of the Han Dynasty, they will take over the affairs of the imperial court. Guard the place, keep the people safe inside, and fight off the troops outside, what do you think?"
Upon hearing this, Liu Yang was stunned for a moment, then quickly reacted and said: "You mean enfeoffment?"
