In the fifth month of summer, Emperor Liu lost another old minister. The great scholar of Jixian Palace became an official, and his longevity was Zhang Zhao. Of course, compared to An Shenqi and Li Gu, his grade was obviously much lower, and his influence on the court was also low enough. However, the continued decline of old ministers inevitably caused some sadness to Emperor Liu. For him, there were really fewer and fewer old friends.
Zhang Zhao, whose original name was Zhang Zhaoyuan, was renamed Zhang Zhao because he avoided taboos about Emperor Gaozu. This duke did not play a particularly important role in the Han Dynasty, nor did he establish any meritorious honors. However, after serving as an official for more than 20 years, in an environment where it was difficult to award meritorious generals, he was able to confer titles and titles. Not to mention this person’s way of life.
Zhang Zhao's contribution to the Han Dynasty can be fully described in a few words, and there is nothing worthy of praise. The most outstanding thing is probably that when the Han army approached the Central Plains in the twelfth year of Tianfu, Zhang Zhao, Wang Jingchong and others took the lead in welcoming them, and they got the credit of welcoming them, but he was not the only one to do so.
After that, his main functions in the court were to compile history and teach the princes. However, when it comes to compiling books and writing history, in the early years there were Jia Wei and Su Yugui, in the middle period there were a group of historians headed by Xue Juzheng, and in the later period the three halls were filled with great Confucian scholars, and he also withdrew. As for the lecturer of Wenhua Palace, it can only reflect his knowledge and Emperor Liu's trust.
Compared with those outstanding and dazzling civil and military heroes, Zhang Zhao's official career was mediocre, but he enjoyed a high moral and prestige praised by both the government and the public, mixed with the envied Marquis of Shouzhang.
Most of the time, people's encounters are enviable. Maybe it's because of their high moral character, or just because of their good luck. If they fall into the eyes of Emperor Liu, they will become successful and famous, and they will be blessed for three generations and have a good death.
Perhaps, Zhang Zhao also had some self-awareness. Before his death, he wrote a posthumous memorial, which was submitted by his descendants, saying that he had been an official for three dynasties and had no meritorious deeds. Therefore, he should not be given a posthumous title or a monument.
Of course, Zhang Zhao had this attitude, but Emperor Liu was also generous to the deceased minister. He still issued an edict to give him a generous burial, and wrote a Shinto inscription prepared by Li Fang to honor him.
At the same time, Zhang Zhao was also a famous book collector at that time. He had thousands of volumes of various classics in his home. Except for keeping some for family heirlooms, the rest were donated to the three libraries.
For this reason, Emperor Liu issued another imperial edict, giving the Zhang family 10,000 yuan in money, and at the same time promoted his second son and eldest grandson to official positions, which was a generous favor.
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The midsummer air is filled with annoying dryness. Even though the sun has set in the west, the blazing light has not diminished at all. An overwhelming heat wave cascades over the Han Palace.
The sound of hurried footsteps was particularly clear on the heavy floor in front of the Chui Gong Hall, but the prince Liu Yang and the prime ministers Zhao Pu and Wang Pu came hand in hand, sweating profusely and looking serious.
"I've met your highness! I've met your two gentlemen!" Geng Shuang, the general manager of the palace, hurriedly saluted.
"Is Your Majesty here?" Liu Yang asked directly without any hesitation, and his tone was a bit harsh.
Tongshi was a little intimidated, thinking in his mind that something big must have happened, and immediately replied with a low eyebrow: "Return to your highness, your majesty is going to the Qianyuan Palace!"
"Go to the Qianyuan Hall!" Without any hesitation, Liu Yang turned directly and headed towards the Qianyuan Hall opposite the Chui Gong Hall, with Zhao and Wang following closely behind.
Qianyuan Hall, since its construction, has been the most majestic building in the entire Ziwei City, the entire Luoyang City, and even the entire Han Dynasty. The magnificent palace stands proudly, reaching into the sky, intuitively showing the powerful national power and majesty of the Han Dynasty. luck.
Whenever foreign ministers from foreign countries came to court, they would first see the Qianyuan Palace and then the Luoyang City in Xijing. Over the past ten years, Qianyuan Hall has become the most beautiful scenery in the capital.
This palace makes people admire endlessly, and it has also become a symbol of the imperial power that makes people awe and surrender without reservation. It stands in Ziwei City and is also rooted in the hearts of all Han subjects under the rule of the Han Dynasty.
When Liu Yang and the others rushed to the Qianyuan Hall, they learned from the Su Wei on duty that Emperor Liu was in the Qianyuan Hall, but at the top of the Qianyuan Hall.
When the Qianyuan Hall was first built, a high platform was left on the top of the hall, named Lanyue Platform. This is the highest place in Luoyang City, and it is located in the Palace of Qianyuan. It is the place closest to the sky in Luoyang City, and is used to allow Emperor Liu to communicate more closely with the universe.
Of course, Emperor Liu rarely visited it in person since it was completed. The nearly 100-meter-high building was troublesome to get up and down. At the same time, he had to worry about safety issues. After all, it was very cold at high places.
This time, Emperor Liu came to Qianyuan in person. After Liu Yang and the others learned about it, they didn't hesitate at all and hurriedly climbed up the corridors at the back of the palace.
Such a height, such weather, coupled with the various twists and turns on the way to the palace, as well as the aged bodies of Zhao and Wang, it took nearly two quarters of an hour to reach the building under the platform.
After being notified and receiving Emperor Liu's permission, the three of them just climbed the last step. Speaking of which, I have known about such a place for a long time, but this is the first time for Liu Yang and the two prime ministers to come here.
Climbing Qianyuan, especially walking on foot to reach the platform, is also considered taboo. From the beginning of its construction, it has been given a mysterious and sacred brilliance.
Therefore, they looked at the surrounding environment with a bit of curiosity. However, when they saw Emperor Liu standing in front of the stage facing the wind, they quickly calmed down and bowed from behind.
The setting sun was still shining, and the sky and the earth were still like a hot furnace, but on this platform, it was extremely cool, and the strong wind blew wildly, making Emperor Liu's dragon robe whistle.
Liu Yang couldn't help but look outside the stage, and intuitively seemed to see another world. He felt that the sky was high and far away, and the scenery was infinite. Of course, this high and dangerous position still made people feel a bit of panic and worry.
Maybe it's because it's too high, or maybe it's because this is the top of Qianyuan.
Seeing that Emperor Liu was a little close to the platform railing, even though Yan Tuo and Aries were guarding him, Liu Yang still said with concern: "This is a high place, your Majesty, please move away from the dangerous railing!"
Hearing Liu Yang's concerned words, Emperor Liu smiled slightly and replied: "Moving is a small matter, but where do you get this broad field of vision, how do you get a panoramic view of the world, and embrace the universe?"
Emperor Liu's words were very pretentious, and he was not satisfied with his words. His voice seemed to be scattered under the influence of the wind. He called the three people to come closer, pointed to the outside of the tower, raised his voice, and said: "I have left the palace many times and traveled around Luoyang. However, if you look at it, The scenic spot is the best here!”
From the perspective of Emperor Liu, the entire city of Luoyang was unobstructed. Those who viewed the scenery from this point on had indeed a unique experience. People's minds and minds seemed to have become broader, and their realm seemed to be sublimated.
Standing on the edge of the dangerous railing, feeling the emotionless blowing of the summer wind, although the balcony looks very solid, it always gives people a feeling of fear.
Especially Zhao Pu, who has never been to higher places and experienced the dangers of Mount Huashan, but on this palace platform filled with the crystallization of human wisdom, he only felt terrified.
Zhao Pu was not afraid of heights, but he felt his legs were a little weak at this moment. Especially since Emperor Liu was standing there looking at the wind and looking at the scenery with a leisurely expression, he felt even more frightened.
If something unexpected happens... Such unthinkable thoughts linger uncontrollably in my mind.
However, seeing Emperor Liu's free and easy expression, Zhao Pu couldn't help but lick it, and praised in his mouth: "It's such a dangerous building. When Chen and others climbed up, they were frightened and uneasy and didn't know why. Your Majesty leaned on the railing and looked at it, but it was as if he was walking on flat ground. Just like looking at the garden scenery, such courage and boldness, such boldness and pride are admirable!"
Zhao Pu's words were broken up by Xia Feng, and combined with his demeanor and subtle movements of his body, his emotions were expressed so well that they seemed real.
After hearing this, Emperor Liu couldn't help but feel happy, waved his hand, and joked: "Zhao Qing, I haven't heard you say these compliments for a long time. When I heard this, I still found it refreshing and even more exciting. Such joy..."
"Your Majesty is joking! I'm ashamed!" Zhao Pu's face turned red, slightly embarrassed, either out of embarrassment or out of breath.
In the wind vent of this building, it was really not a suitable place for conversation, especially seeing the state of Zhao Pu and Wang Pu, Emperor Liu accepted Liu Yang's invitation and moved inside to listen to the performance.
In the middle, there is another altar with a shrine and sacrificial vessels. The burning incense was put in by Emperor Liu himself.
There was a row of small yellow cat cases, and fruits, snacks and drinks were also prepared. Emperor Liu came up, as if he was really here to invite the gods and have a drink and communicate with the gods of heaven and earth.
"Tell me! What happened? I need you three to come together in such a hurry to see me!" Emperor Liu asked softly after sitting down, looking at Liu Yang and the others, and noticing their tired bodies.
