The mission's overseas experience was naturally not limited to Central Asia, but Emperor Liu obviously paid more attention there. After all, it was the ysl world that had a direct conflict of interest with the Han Dynasty.
However, the scene in Chui Gong Hall is mainly about family reunions. Talking too much about international events will inevitably spoil the atmosphere. Even if you want to talk about it, you won't be able to finish it in a while.
After talking about the situation in Persia, Emperor Liu temporarily dropped his interest and asked Liu Yun to come to the palace to explain to him another day. Liu Yun said that he had recorded his travel experiences and knowledge, and planned to compile them into a book and collect it into a volume. He even named it, and called it "Qi Gong's Journey to the West".
Of course, with Emperor Liu's title of king, it naturally became "Journey to the West of King Qi". Emperor Liu was naturally happy when he heard about it. Liu Yun wanted to do something serious. Of course he supported it. He directly stated that after the book was completed, he would personally read it. If it was of high quality, it should be printed by the Xuanwei Department and distributed to the world, so that all scholars in the world would read it. If you need help, the bachelors and compilers in the three halls can be called upon by him.
As the head of the mission, Liu Chengxun naturally had to say a few words. Since he spent most of his time in Nanyang, he focused on explaining the situation of some Nanyang countries. However, Emperor Liu had heard a lot about the situation in Nanyang in the past with the close contacts, but he did not show much interest.
After all, in Emperor Liu's eyes, even if some state power was born in that area in the south, they were still just indigenous people, uncivilized monkeys, and their image status in his heart was worse than that of the barbarians in the country.
The vast area of Nanyang should only be regarded as a supplement to the Han Dynasty, allowing the officials and the people to take whatever they asked for. However, it still takes some effort to ensure this status.
In this regard, Liu Chengxun also put forward some feasible suggestions, such as developing faster ships, establishing a navy with more offensive power, and at the same time establishing academies and even Buddhist and Taoist academies throughout Nanyang to promote Sinology, Chinese characters, and Chinese language , through cultural export, further strengthened the influence of the Han Dynasty on Nanyang.
The Chengxun Academy established in Liangping County was also mentioned, and this was recognized by Emperor Liu. Although the implementation of Sinicization in the barbarian and minority areas of the country has not progressed very fast, it has even caused a violent backlash from party members such as Yulin.
But this national policy is fundamental and must always be adhered to. It seems that implementing it in Nanyang is even more thankless, but the goal is different. After all, from beginning to end, Emperor Liu never thought about actually occupying and controlling Nanyang and establishing direct rule.
Under this premise, the export of cultural ideas will naturally come in whatever way is convenient and useful. In terms of the overall situation, this is to spread the glorious glory of China's civilization. Even those big cannibals know how to spread YSL teachings. How can the big Han be willing to lag behind?
Therefore, Emperor Liu made the final decision and asked Liu Yang and Liu Chengxun to take the lead in formulating a new policy to further develop Nanyang, encourage overseas voyages, and deepen the influence of the Han Dynasty. At the same time, Liu Yun was also stuffed in, which directly cut off his thoughts of being free for a while after his return.
This son, except for things he was interested in, would not move far away without being whipped. Emperor Liu also learned from experience that he had to find something for him. Although Emperor Liu did not object to Liu Yun using his clever mind to delve into some strange and obscene skills, he still hoped that he could use it in something more meaningful.
Emperor Liu's happiness at the return of his brothers and descendants was obviously genuine. After talking cordially for more than half an hour, he left them to deal with the human relationship.
After all, they are all people with families. They all came after hearing the news and are waiting outside. Emperor Liu waved his hand and dispersed, taking a short rest and preparing for the evening banquet.
When he was about to retire, seeing that Emperor Liu was in a good mood, Liu Chengxun raised his voice about Liu Shu. Sure enough, although Emperor Liu still had an expression of resentment, he finally said calmly that he understood.
That night, Emperor Liu held a night banquet in the Zichen Palace. Although it was a temporary preparation, the palace was extremely efficient and the ceremony was equally grand. There were hundreds of people in attendance, and basically all the nobles and ministers with status in the capital attended the banquet. Welcome princes, emperors and grandsons, and share the joy of the emperor.
The night was dark, so rich that it was almost dripping with water, and the cold wind kept blowing, making the palace attendants shrink back. In the Chunlan Hall, the lights were bright and the atmosphere was slightly tense.
"Your Highness, it may hurt a little!" The old doctor's old voice sounded cautious.
"What nonsense, just take medicine!" Liu Shu responded a little irritably.
"Then please bear with me."
"Hiss!" Soon, the sound of Liu Shu gasping for breath could be heard in the hall, and he said angrily: "What kind of medicine are you talking about? Why does it hurt so much!"
"Your Highness!"
Before the imperial doctor had time to plead guilty, Concubine Fu Hui, who was sitting nearby, scolded: "Liu Shu, the imperial doctor healed your injuries. It's fine if you don't say thank you. How can you blame him?"
After being scolded by his mother, Liu Shu moaned softly, turned away and did not answer. Seeing this, Concubine Fu Hui became even more angry. Holding back her anger, she still asked the imperial doctor with concern: "How is his leg? Don't worry!"
The imperial doctor cupped his hands and responded: "Back to your Majesty, Your Highness has been kneeling for a long time and injured his knee. However, the situation is not particularly serious. I will prescribe a prescription. As long as you take good care of yourself and take medicine, you will be able to recover in a few days. In addition, in recent days, It’s better to do less activities!”
"Thank you, doctor!" Concubine Hui heard this and breathed a sigh of relief.
"Don't dare! Don't dare!" the imperial doctor responded quickly.
Concubine Fu Hui waved her hand to let the servants relax, and offered some silver as a reward. In this regard, the imperial doctor did not refuse. In this case, refusal would be an offense.
After the imperial doctor left, Concubine Fu Hui walked to the couch and looked at Liu Shu, who was still grinning. Her eyes fell on his bruised knees and sighed: "The official is too strict, so he is not afraid of destroying you." These legs? Are you the same? Don’t you know how to find a soft cushion to cushion them? "
Hearing this, Liu Shu sneered: "Mother, everyone always says that I'm ridiculous and my actions are dissolute. How can I be so ridiculous when I say this? I've already been charged with more crimes. Do I need to add another crime of deceiving the emperor?" ? Dad asked me to kneel down, how dare I compromise?"
Being choked by Liu Shu, Concubine Fu Hui couldn't help but be surprised. When she realized it, her eyes showed a little distress, and then she said angrily: "You still have the nerve to say it! If you weren't so willful, how could you be like this?
Do you know what the officials said about you before? You are said to be a piece of rotten wood that cannot be carved out of wood. You have thrown away the royal family’s face and made everyone in the world laugh at you!
You are almost full and already a husband and a father, why are you still so ignorant of the importance?"
Listening to Concubine Fu Hui's nagging, Liu Shu was really impatient and couldn't help but interrupt her: "Mom, there is no need to do these sermons! If these words were useful, what would I be like now? If I could listen, or would I?" Am I Liu Shu?"
"You are so stubborn and unteachable!"
"I'm afraid those old and rotten scholars at the Wenhua Palace thought of me the same way!"
"You!" Concubine Fu Hui was completely angry. She raised her finger and pointed at Liu Shu. Her plump chest was heaving. She was so short of breath that she was speechless, and her eyes even filled with tears.
Seeing his mother's anger, Liu Shu's momentum gradually weakened. No matter how stupid he was, he was still facing his biological mother, and he couldn't see her crying.
After hesitating for a moment, Liu Shu lowered his head and said, "Mom, I know I'm wrong! If you get angry because of me, then your son will be charged with the crime of unfilial piety! Now, it's useless no matter how you scold me, If you feel that a few scoldings can calm dad down, then go ahead."
As Liu Shu finished speaking, the dispute between mother and son finally came to an end. Looking at her somewhat depressed son, Concubine Fu Hui finally softened her heart and sat on the edge of the couch, asking, "What are you going to do?"
Liu Shu was dumbfounded and didn't answer. After a while, he said: "Just let it be dealt with! Isn't dad always like this? The former killed a consort and forced a princess to death, only one prince was missing. Among the brothers, there are also Is there anyone more suitable for surgery than me?"
"Shut up!" Hearing Liu Shu's bastard words, Concubine Fu Hui became furious. At the same time, a trace of fear appeared on her face: "Although the officials are angry with you, they can really kill you! Liu Xuan is confused. , Do you want to be as confused as her?"
Facing his mother's concerned gaze, Liu Shu showed a helpless smile: "Mom, what I said was angry! Don't take it seriously! I am kneeling now, and my face is completely humiliated. I will be imprisoned for another year at most. That’s it for half a year, wasn’t it always like this in the past?”
"But I think the officials are really angry!" Fu Huifei couldn't help but worry: "How about I go and beg for mercy again?"
"Mom! You've annoyed me with what you said! If you go to beg for mercy again, won't you just be in trouble?" Liu Shu immediately dissuaded him: "Let's take a look at the situation."
(End of chapter)
