Not only Emperor Liu, but also the guests at the meeting listened with great interest. Everyone knew that the Han Empire was strong, wealthy and prosperous today, but as for the specific situation, nothing could be more convincing than such a detailed summary statement.
The ministers, especially those headed by Zhao Pu, listened particularly carefully, with grins on their lips and a smile on their faces. This is understandable. After all, the Han Dynasty's current achievements are not only due to Emperor Liu's entrepreneurship, but also to the assistance of these ministers of the Zhuguo. These are mutually reinforcing.
Especially in the past ten years, the one who has been working hard day and night to take care of state affairs is the prince, Zhao Pu. Zhao Pu also knew very well that when future generations mention the Kaibao rule, they will not only remember Emperor Liu, but also him. After all, he is also a veritable "Kaibao Prime Minister", while others can only be called "Kaibao Prime Minister". "Kai Bao Ming Xiang", this is a gap in historical status.
After reciting a thousand words of congratulations, Xue Juzheng was also very tired, and his voice sounded even older later on. After all, he is an old minister who is almost seventy years old. This kind of "manual work" is really difficult for him.
Seeing Xue Juzheng's face full of exhaustion, Emperor Liu chuckled and said: "It's hard for Xue Qing, thank you for your hard work!"
"Your Majesty's words are serious! It is an honor for me to be appointed as the Minister of Ceremonies!" Xue Juzheng bowed his hands and responded unevenly.
Emperor Liu nodded, glanced sideways at Yantuo who was standing next to him, and said, "Why are you so stunned? Why don't you help Duke Ji to the table!"
"Yes!" Yantuo was stunned, quickly reacted, responded, and hurriedly stepped forward to help Xue Juzheng, who could hardly stand, to lean towards the seats where the princes were sitting.
Seeing the trembling appearance, Emperor Liu couldn't help but tilt his head and whispered to Dafu: "This Xue Qing is very old. If you insist on showing off your strength, you can't even be persuaded."
Hearing this, Dafu also covered his lips and whispered: "This is not a good thing for Mr. Xue to hear. On this auspicious day, he is also using this to express his loyalty to the official family!"
Emperor Liu smiled, turned to look at Zhao Pu, who was sitting at the head of the ministers, and said in a relaxed tone: "You guys, it's just a birthday, it's so grand, and there are so many new procedures and rituals, look at Mr. Ji, if Tired him down, let's see how you guys handle it!"
Emperor Liu hadn't joked with anyone for a long time. When this happened suddenly, no one could react for a moment. The air was silent for a while, which made Emperor Liu a little embarrassed.
Obviously, under the long-term pressure of Emperor Liu, the ministers were inevitably depressed. They usually restrained all their emotions in front of Emperor Liu for fear of being disrespectful and disrespectful, let alone in an occasion like the Long Live Hall.
It was King Liu Xi of Jin who was here to do something. Hearing this, he laughed out loud. Laughter is contagious. Although many people have not figured out where the laughter lies, some even think that Emperor Liu is dissatisfied and is blaming Zhao Pu. However, there are still some smart people who laugh along, and the atmosphere in the palace is very I was soon made relaxed and happy.
Zhao Pu stood up with a smile on his face: "Your Majesty, I have thanked Duke Xue for your hard work. I will come to thank you. Today is your Majesty's birthday. Your Majesty does not allow your ministers to congratulate you with gifts, but you come here alone. I feel that the etiquette is not enough, and I feel uneasy."
Zhao Pu acted very calmly. As he spoke, he bowed and said, "Your Majesty, Rong Chen, please say a few pleasant words! On behalf of the ministers and workers of the entire court, I wish your Majesty a long and prosperous life, and I wish the Han Dynasty prosperity and prosperity." Forever!"
After Zhao Pu finished speaking, a group of ministers immediately echoed and followed closely. They probably felt that Zhao Pu's congratulatory speech was directly in place. Others followed suit and spoke in unison, almost making the palace beams tremble. This scene seemed like Not celebrating birthdays, but attending court.
Emperor Liu wanted to make the atmosphere more relaxed and harmonious, but it was obviously still difficult. He was an old emperor, and both old and new ministers only had respect for him. Even at this Jiaqing Festival celebration, under everyone's smiling faces, there is still a kind of suppressed emotion hidden.
Lu Duoxun was also among the congratulatory crowd. Although the conflict between him and Zhao Pu had long been made public, he had to follow the crowd on such an occasion. His position was a few seats away from Zhao Pu. When he lowered his head, he deliberately stared at Zhao Pu's back twice. That look seemed to say: You Zhao Pu, are you trying to coerce the ministers like this? At least you can't represent me, Lu Dosun...
At this time, Emperor Liu was obviously in a very happy mood, and his old face was almost smiling. After Zhao Pu, there were successively representatives from the prince, clan members, ministries, localities, and envoys from various countries, congratulating Emperor Liu.
Until a group of emperor's grandsons also organized themselves to the foot of Danqi, knelt down together, saluted Emperor Liu and Dafu, and neatly said the congratulatory messages prepared by the adults. These crisp childish voices also added to the longevity hall. A touch of warmth.
Today, Emperor Liu's grandsons and grandsons, including men and women, total more than twenty people, and this time it is rare for them to gather together. Although they were all half-grown children, the eldest Liu Wenyuan was only fifteen years old, the sight of the children and grandchildren still made Emperor Liu particularly happy and happy. In his eyes, these children were also the future of the Han Empire.
"Get up!" To his grandchildren, Emperor Liu naturally didn't have to put on airs. He raised his hands to them with a smile, and then said to Liu Xu's eldest son Liu Wenyuan and Liu Xi's eldest son Liu Wenhai: "Wenyuan, you are the oldest, Wenhai, you are the oldest." Since you are familiar with the palace, you can take your younger brothers and sisters to play. You can have fun and there is no need to worry about the etiquette and rules of the palace today!"
"yes!"
The emperor's grandsons ran away happily, and the Long Live Hall suddenly seemed to be a lot quieter. Of course, the musicians on the side of the hall were still playing soothing music calmly and skillfully.
Probably because of the atmosphere, Emperor Liu stood up slowly and walked slowly to the imperial steps, which were not too high. His movement made the palace really quiet. Everyone lowered their heads subconsciously and did not dare to look casually. Waiting quietly for Emperor Liu to speak.
Emperor Liu looked down from a high position and looked around. Seeing the familiar scene of the ministers bowing their heads, there was not much in his heart, he was just brewing his own emotions.
After a while, he said leisurely: "Here, I first want to thank you all, not because you came to wish me a birthday, but because you have accompanied me all the way here, weathering the wind and rain all the way, and overcoming thorns and thorns all the way. It is because of you. The Prime Minister of the Han Dynasty has just created the glory of the Han Dynasty. You are all the heroes of the Han Dynasty and the world.
I ascended the throne at the age of eighteen, and it has been thirty-two years, thirty-two years of spring and autumn, and thirty-two years of ups and downs. I still remember that it was in this palace that the late Emperor entrusted me with a critical responsibilities. At the beginning of my succession to the throne, the country was beset with internal and external difficulties, the country was poor and the people were scarce, and the situation was extremely difficult. At that time, I was walking on thin ice, forgetting to eat and sleep, and did not dare to slack off, for fear of betraying the late Emperor. Entrusted me, now that I think about it, I feel a lot of emotion.
Fortunately, with the unremitting support of loyal people such as Qing, the Han Dynasty was able to survive, and overcame difficulties and obstacles along the way to create the peaceful world it is today.
Thirty-two years is really too long. In the long years, some people have grown old, some have passed away, and the court has also changed its appearance. But in my eyes, there is no distinction between old and new. There is only the difference between loyalty and treachery.
Some people say that in the Han Empire, one group of people conquered the world, and another group of people ruled the world. This statement is a bit general, but it also has some truth.
However, I will remember the heroes who conquered the world, and I will also never forget the capable ministers who ruled the world. The world will not forget, and history will not forget! "
Emperor Liu's words were a bit hypocritical, half from the heart and half purely polite. However, the ministers present, especially the distinguished veterans, reacted particularly positively, with faces full of emotion and even tears. If it weren't for Afraid of interrupting Emperor Liu's speech, he was afraid that he would rush out to show his loyalty to Emperor Liu.
As he spoke, Emperor Liu already had a wine glass in his hand, walked a few steps, and continued: "I was very moved by what Duke Ji announced just now, not because of the parts that eulogize people's virtues, but because of the achievements in development and construction of the Han Dynasty listed in it. I listened to What we arrived at was the prosperous age when the Han Dynasty opened treasures, and what we saw was the well-being of all people in the world. With this, we feel that the hard work of more than thirty years was not in vain.
I once said that it would take fifteen years to bring peace to the world, and fifteen years to rule the world. Now, I can hold my head high and say that my original goal has been achieved.
However, looking back, I am also old. Half a hundred years old, my beard and hair are also half gray. However, although I am old, my ambition is still there. I will continue to walk on, and the big man will also continue to walk on. I wonder if the ambitions of all of you are still there? Do you remain true to your original intentions? "
As soon as Emperor Liu finished speaking, the whole palace was in a state of shock. The prince's relatives, noble ministers and ministers all bowed down one after another, saying that they were unswervingly determined to follow His Majesty to the death...
"I won't say any more. Thousands of words are all in this drink!" Emperor Liu raised his head a little higher, and then drank the wine in the glass very boldly. Of course, if the wine glass was bigger, it would add a bit more heroism. .
Soon, the palace banquet in the name of celebrating the birthday officially began. There is a high-end stage inside and outside the Long Live Hall, which is bright and colorful. Emperor Liu and his ministers are the protagonists of this stage. In a harmonious and harmonious atmosphere, everyone is acting...
