The Imperial City Secretary was still very efficient, but he returned to the palace to resume his duties after only half a day.
As he gets older, it is difficult to get enough sleep, so he wakes up early and gets up early. However, on this day, Emperor Liu rarely slept in and did not get up until three o'clock in the morning.
When Wang Jien arrived at the Chui Gong Hall, Emperor Liu was basking in the sun again in front of the hall, drowsy, but there were some memorials symbolically placed on the small eucalyptus next to the recliner, all of which were admonishments, and the general regulations were basically It is better to send it to the political hall first to prevent Emperor Liu from "making a mistake".
"That's all?" After reading Wang Jien's report, Emperor Liu glanced at him and asked, with a hint of regret in his tone.
Wang Jien's report recorded in detail the reactions of the ministers when Emperor Liu was drunk last night. However, if there were any problems, they were only the ministers' concern for Emperor Liu.
People with high status know how to behave, but ordinary people, in the current atmosphere of the Han Dynasty, dare not be wild and disobey officials. From top to bottom, they are cautious in words and deeds.
"Don't dare to deceive the officials!" Faced with Emperor Liu's question, Wang Jien hesitated for a moment and whispered. In this matter, he was still cautious and did not dare to add fuel to the fire to avoid backlash.
"The prince and the kings are my princes, and the prime ministers are my followers. They stayed here to show their care and are a manifestation of their loyalty. Where are the others?" Emperor Liu whispered there.
Wang Jien heard this and thought to himself, the others are also your ministers...
However, the bright sunshine probably brought a lot of warmth and light to Emperor Liu, and the anger in his heart also dissipated a lot. After all, he suppressed his thoughts and did not intend to make a fuss about this matter anymore.
Passing the memorial in his hand to his side, Chong Yantuo ordered: "People care about me, so I can't express my feelings in vain. Everyone on the list recorded above will be rewarded. Each person will receive ten strings, so just express your feelings!"
"yes!"
"Stay back!" Emperor Liu said calmly after glancing at Wang Jien.
"Please excuse me, little one!"
Wang Jien left respectfully, and Emperor Liu looked at his back habitually, his eyes calm, even indifferent. Wang Jien is indeed relatively easy to use, and has always been a sharp knife in Emperor Liu's hands.
However, in recent years, this person's selfishness has become more and more serious, and he has become more and more enjoyable. He had a close relationship with Zhao Pu back then. Although Emperor Liu finally let it go, Emperor Liu will always remember this matter. .
Unlike Wude Si, who had made several rectifications, although Emperor Liu of the Imperial City had made some moves and mixed in some sand, he never made a major move. Now, with the change in Emperor Liu's mentality, he obviously has another idea about the Imperial City Division.
Deposition is impossible, but rectification is also necessary, and the Imperial City Division will not be anything special. But the one who is really going to have the effect is the one who single-handedly established the Imperial City Division and served as the Imperial City Envoy for more than 20 years.
Slowly regaining his composure from his meditation, Emperor Liu smiled indifferently, picked up a memorial on the small eucalyptus and looked through it. To his surprise, it was Kou Zhun's remonstrance.
[In view of the general environment,
In the final ranking of the previous palace examination, after comprehensive evaluation, Kou Zhun was ranked second in the palace examination, taking the second place. The top spot was taken away by Hu Dan, a scholar from Bohai.
The reason is also very practical. Hu Dan is older, has a greater reputation, has a richer resume, and is equally outstanding in talent and learning. In comparison, Kou Zhun is too young. Being ranked second is already an exceptional promotion. After all, It’s been 23 years since Kaibao...
After the Qionglin Banquet, the people registered in Jinke were quickly arranged, and Kou Guanzhen was assigned to the Metropolitan Procuratorate as a "trainee censor". This remonstrance was submitted two days ago and was only found by Emperor Liu today.
Emperor Liu had some impression of "Kou Laoxi", so he was also curious to see what Kou Zhun, who had just entered the court, said in the first remonstrance that Datian heard.
After browsing for a while, Emperor Liu's relaxed expression was no longer there, and his brows even gradually furrowed, which made Yan Tuo tremble with fear. Dark in my heart
Scold, what ignorant official said something arrogant and angered the official.
"Go and call me that Kou Zhun!"
Kou Zhun? Yantuo was stunned for a moment, then quickly reacted and said hurriedly: "Yes!"
During the Jiaqing holiday, most of the imperial ministries and departments were on holiday, except for the necessary personnel who were on duty in the office. However, a Jinshi like Kou Zhun, who was admitted to the official position for the first time, naturally had to perform more, stay in the yamen, and learn from his senior colleagues. Vacations are a luxury for them.
Of course, the chamberlain sent by Yantuo arrived at the Metropolitan Procuratorate and summoned Kou Zhun, and found him easily. Kou Zhun was not surprised or surprised by Emperor Liu's summons. His face was calm, he straightened his clothes, and followed him into the palace. Those colleagues who entered the Metropolitan Procuratorate at the same time as him were envious and jealous.
For some ministers, meeting Emperor Liu was a terrifying thing, but for these young officials who had not yet been baptized in the big dye vat of the imperial court, it was extremely lucky.
Emperor Liu was well versed in the art of lying down. When Kou Zhun hurriedly arrived in front of the emperor, he was still huddled in the recliner, with only a canopy propped above his head. No matter how beautiful the spring scenery was, he couldn't stand the constant blowing.
"My little minister Kou Zhun, see your majesty!" Glancing at Emperor Liu carefully, Kou Zhun bowed respectfully.
This was the first time that Kou Zhun met Emperor Liu. Whether it was the palace examination or the Qionglin banquet, Emperor Liu did not show up. As for the Jiaqing birthday banquet last night, he was not qualified to attend the palace.
Emperor Liu seemed to have woken up and looked at Kou Zhun with sleepy eyes. Perhaps influenced by his "historical fame", Emperor Liu always felt that although Kou Zhun was young at this time, he already had a resolute temperament. , as if there are edges and corners all over the body.
"No courtesy!" After a long time, Emperor Liu spoke.
Perhaps due to his naturally strong psychology, Kou Zhun always remained calm in the face of Emperor Liu's scrutiny, but when he heard the word "no courtesy", Emperor Liu still noticed the slight relaxation of his body.
Picking up the memorial casually, Emperor Liu asked: "With your intelligence, you should know the reason why I summoned you! Is this remonstrance written in your handwriting?"
Kou Zhun's face was serious, he cupped his hands and said, "Yes!"
"You are so high-spirited! You have just entered the official position, and you are already busy making suggestions for the court!" Emperor Liu smiled.
Kou Zhun responded: "I am working hard to serve the country, and I am unwilling to do nothing! Even if someone speaks lightly, I must be loyal and outspoken. I dare not eat the emperor's salary in vain, let alone deceive your majesty!"
"Haha!" Emperor Liu laughed out loud and said: "There are nearly two hundred scholars in this department, but you are the only one who dares to give me advice on the proposed memorial. You are indeed extraordinary. I remember that the last one was Wang Yucheng, and you are Are you learning from him?"
Hearing this, Kou Zhun was silent for a moment, and then solemnly responded: "Your Majesty, in terms of knowledge and articles, I am far inferior to Wang Yushi!"
Wang Yucheng has become very famous in academic circles in recent years. When he was "assigned" by Emperor Liu to study at home, he wrote countless articles that reflected social reality and cared about people's livelihood and suffering, and thus launched a poetry innovation movement. Over the years, there have been some achievements.
Because of his upright temperament and his courage to speak out and make suggestions, he offended many people. Although he once annoyed Emperor Liu because he was too strong-willed, Emperor Liu still wanted to use him. Even Wang Yucheng was placed in the Ducha Yuan as the censor of the Ducha, with the rank of fourth grade.
Emperor Liu compared Kou Zhun with Wang Yuchen. Considering the current situation of the two of them, he was already exalting Kou Zhun. However, Kou Zhun's words were somewhat meaningful.
Emperor Liu naturally felt it and said softly: "You seem to have only said half a sentence. Your knowledge and articles are not as good as those of Wang Yucheng. It seems that you are full of confidence in other abilities!"
"I dare not be proud, I only wish to fulfill my duties!" Kou Zhun said.
I have to say that Kou Zhun still brought some freshness to Emperor Liu, but that was all. After chatting for a while, Emperor Liu's expression became serious and he said: "You mentioned in the memorial that the imperial court had real difficulties in immigrating to China because of someone's instigation and resistance, but you didn't say it clearly. I'm a little curious as to who is talking about it. The imperial court’s hindrance!”
