While Lu Duoxun was criticizing Zhao Pu, Zhang Dejun was targeting Wang Yinwu, and Emperor Liu was assessing the conflicts among his ministers, Zhao Pu, whom Lu Duoxun was thinking about, was still busy with the matter of conferring Zen status.
The grand ceremony was set for March 10th, and as the date approached, everything was unfolding in an orderly manner, but the atmosphere gradually became serious and tense. When things came to an end, it became more hectic than before.
As the chief director of the ceremony, Zhao Pu obviously bears the greatest pressure. At the same time, this is also the first time in so many years that he has been so deeply involved in an event.
In the past, it is not that we have not focused on certain things, affairs, and policies, but this is the first time that we have paid attention to every specific detail. Obviously, perfection is also Zhao Pu's goal.
Different from the previous ceremonies of the Han Dynasty such as court gatherings, worshiping heaven, and worshiping ancestors, those ceremonies have long formed a set of inherent processes and patterns. Everyone from top to bottom, including those who can participate, are very skilled. Even if there are changes, they are just Normal small range adjustments.
Feng Chan is not the case. This is the first time since the founding of the country that he has no experience at all. Even if he can find those words in historical books for reference, the picture painted by the words cannot be presented truly and more perfectly. Easy now.
Without rehearsal, the scene was so big and had to be presented perfectly. There is no specific standard for this perfection. Considering Zhao Pu's ability to coordinate affairs, it was also a huge challenge in this regard.
Dusk has fallen and the spring night is slightly cold, but the prime minister's residence is still brightly lit. Zhao Pu sat down behind the big case, his posture still upright and upright. A few candlelights could only illuminate half of his face, and obvious fatigue could be seen on half of his face.
Seven or eight staff members of the "Fengchan Committee" are below, two or three people are sitting, and four or five people are standing, listening quietly to Zhao Pu's instructions. Zhao Pu also took the trouble and solemnly to sort out the process of conferring Zen with everyone, perfecting every link and digging into every detail.
"All newly arrived ministers and envoys must be notified in place. Not only must they be informed of the regulations, but they must also make it clear that no matter who they are, they must follow the regulations and must obey orders..."
"Inform Yang Dianshuai that starting from tomorrow, the road to Lai Dai will be blocked and outsiders will be prohibited. At the same time, martial law will be imposed on the Fengchan route to prevent idlers from gathering around and affecting the preparation and unfolding of the ceremony!"
"During the ceremony, all personnel, objects, and buildings involved will be inspected again. The guards and honor guards on duty can enter their posts and be on standby!"
"The ceremony band, the motorcade, continue to practice! And those Buddhists from Taoism, I would like to emphasize again that you must follow the regulations. This is not a place where they are transcendent..."
"How is the construction of toilet pits? How is the cleaning of livestock excrement in the roads and fields? This stench is all over the sky and must be solved as soon as possible!"
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Things were not detailed. Zhao Pu took everything into account one by one, and made arrangements one by one, while his subordinates wrote as fast as the wind, burying their heads and recording desperately.
Even on the grand ceremony day, everyone’s standing position was drawn and asked to be conveyed. Of course, in the entire plan, those fixed positions and responsibilities are not a problem.
The difficulty is that the whole process is dynamic. Emperor Liu first had to drive to the altar to worship, then climb the mountain, and then go down the mountain south to Liang Fu. The setbacks and troubles were far beyond those of ordinary sacrifices.
Fortunately, these processes need to be carried out over three days and are not required to be completed within one day. This also gives some room for adjustment, but even so, overall, it is still urgent.
"The grand ceremony is approaching, and we don't have much time left. All matters must be thoroughly implemented! We still need everyone to work together to complete the grand ceremony.
The truth remains the same, you can be busy, but you must not be messy, especially during His Majesty's ceremony! The imperial court has invested heavily in the ceremony, and His Majesty is paying close attention to it. You have been busy for a long time. When things come to a close, there is no room for any mistakes, lest all the previous efforts be wasted.
If this errand is done well, you will all be meritorious ministers. If it is not done well, then I will personally apologize to His Majesty..."
After Zhao Pu finished speaking, he looked at the staff with extremely aggressive eyes, and everyone's already uncomfortable expressions became more serious. This is not the first time Zhao Pu has said similar words, but each time he is more straightforward and more severe. Although Zhao Pu was under pressure, he also passed on this pressure to all the officials in charge of the ceremony, and they were suffering together.
A group of people listened to the instructions and exited in an orderly manner. Another group of people came in and received instructions. The cycle continued. Then Zhao Pu gave special explanations to some key links and responsible officials.
Through such frequent and trivial interviews and arrangements, and indulging in work, it seems that anxiety can be relieved. The night was getting late, and a tired staff member respectfully bid farewell to the beleaguered prime minister. Without a moment's rest, the general officer reported that Wang Chune, the commander of Qin Tian Jian, had arrived.
No adjustments were made, and he was immediately ordered to be summoned. Wang Chune was also a celebrity in the Han Dynasty. He was a technical bureaucrat who was good at astrology and horoscope science. He had some mysterious aura about him and was regarded by many people as a heavenly master.
Of course, Emperor Liu valued this person because of his actual role and contribution. Over the years, Wang Chune's greatest contribution to the Han Dynasty was the improvement of the imperial calendar. Up to now, the Han Dynasty's "Yingtian Calendar" has been published in the fourth edition, and it has become more complete and accurate, all of which were written by Wang Chune. Researched and compiled under the leadership of the author.
The calendar may not be that eye-catching, but it is indispensable to people's livelihood. It not only plays a role in recording time, but also guides people's daily life and involves all aspects of people's livelihood.
Therefore, Emperor Liu always attached great importance to it, and Wang Chune also took advantage of this and stayed in the position of Qin Tianjian for twenty years. Although the position has not been promoted, the various benefits outside the position are extremely generous, and he has completed many research results in astronomy.
After serving as Qintian Supervisor for twenty years, there are probably only a few cases of this kind of situation in the Han Dynasty. Those that can be cited can only be found in yamen such as Taiyuan Hospital and Sanguan. Of course , and only such highly professional jobs can have such a stable job phenomenon.
This time, as the Qin Tianjian, Wang Chuna was naturally involved in the Fengchan Taishan, and his opinions were also consulted in many early preparations.
It was late at night, Zhao Pu summoned him, and naturally the matter involved Feng Chan. After ordering people to serve tea, Zhao Pu did not leave the water and asked directly and seriously: "My lord, are you sure that the weather will be good on the 10th to 12th?"
The specific date for the ceremony was finally determined after listening to the opinions of Qin Tianjian. This is also particularly important, and weather is an issue that deserves the most attention.
You know, there was only a light rain two days ago. They say spring rain is as precious as oil, but for Zhao Pu, he would rather have no clouds or rain for half a month.
Facing Zhao Pu's questioning again, Wang Chunne showed no trace of impatience on his face, but perhaps because of this repeated confirmation, he was no longer able to guarantee anything.
Under Zhao Pu's scrutinizing eyes, Wang Chune pondered for a moment and said: "My lord, according to the observation and calculation of the old man and his staff, there should be no danger on the day of the ceremony!"
That hesitation was obviously caught by Zhao Pu. His face twitched. Looking at the old man, he finally did not criticize him too harshly like other officials.
Although all he wanted was a definite answer to cheer him up and strengthen his confidence, perhaps it was this concern that made Wang Chune less confident. This answer is becoming more and more conservative.
"The judgments of the prince and the Qintian supervisors have always been accurate, and there are very few mistakes. I still believe the truth!" After pondering for a while, he did not say harsh words, but said softly and comfortingly: "It's so late, I'm calling you, I'm sorry. I hope you’ll bear with me!”
"Your Majesty's words are serious!" Wang Chu said in response.
There was no time to talk nonsense, and Wang Chune left soon, seemingly unwilling to deal with the prime minister. As for Zhao Pu, he had no choice but to rely on the judgment of the professionals at Qin Tian Jian. There would be no problem.
On the tenth day of March in the twelfth year of Kaibao, the ceremony for Emperor Liu to be enshrined in Zen officially began, starting with the enshrinement of the Yang of Mount Tai.
