"Qing Zhao, this Pan You can be considered your disciple. This spring, Gyeonggi Province will ask him to come to Beijing to report on his duties in person!" Emperor Liu then coldly told Zhao Pu: "Jiannan Road is an important area, and Jiannan Road is stable. It concerns the entire southwest, so you have to explain it to him properly at that time. In addition to being resolute and bold in doing things, you also need to pay attention to methods!"
Emperor Liu had said this, but Zhao Pu still didn't understand what it meant. He sighed silently for Pan You in his heart. His actions had finally brought bad luck to Emperor Liu.
The responsibility of Jiannan Province is both a great trust and a heavy responsibility. If you do a good job and it is as effective as Gyeonggi Province, let bygones be bygones. If something goes wrong, it will be a new matter and an old matter. The two crimes will be punished at the same time.
When Emperor Liu was generous, he could tolerate everything, but when he was petty, he could hold a grudge for a lifetime. Pan You was a man who was smart, capable, self-denying and devoted to public service. He often went to heaven to listen, but the news that reached Emperor Liu's ears was always not good news and did not create a good impression.
Emperor Liu's principle of employing people has always been to use talents before virtue. In the past, there were countless ministers with bad personal ethics, ranging from prime ministers to prime ministers, but Emperor Liu always used them smoothly.
But like Pan You, who always made Emperor Liu feel awkward, Pan You was probably the only one in the Han Dynasty. He is also a model of not fearing the powerful and honest, and he also comes from the south of the Yangtze River. Looking at the reputation of Zheng Qi, the deputy envoy of Henan Province, it is obvious that Pan You's own problems are also huge when he has reached such a point where he is disgusted by the whole world.
It has to be said that this is Emperor Liu. If it were any other emperor, it would be difficult for him to tolerate Pan You's existence for a long time. Although the prince Liu Yang has always been known for his tolerance and tolerance, in fact, he is far behind Emperor Liu in terms of tolerance and mind. A large part of Liu Yang's tolerance is influenced by cultural education. The Tao of Confucius and Mencius subtly requires Restrain him.
Zhao Pu silently sighed for Pan You in his heart, but rationally did not speak to him again, so as not to irritate Emperor Liu. He really felt that Emperor Liu was a little sensitive at this time, especially after the fall just now.
After thinking for a while, Zhao Pu asked for instructions again: "Your Majesty, the overall situation of Gyeonggi Province still needs to be maintained, and the achievements of the reform need to be protected. If Pan You resigns, who will succeed him?"
In recent years, the appointment of various Taoist officials in the Han Dynasty has basically been selected, evaluated, and recommended by the Political Affairs Hall and the Ministry of Civil Affairs. After the candidates were drafted, they were then approved by Emperor Liu. Generally speaking, Liu was concerned about the results of the recommendation. The emperor would not refute it.
However, there are four exceptions, which must be approved by Emperor Liu and personally appointed by Emperor Liu. They are Gyeonggi, Henan, Hebei, and Hedong. This has been throughout Emperor Liu's entire reign, even during the period of decentralization. Changed.
Obviously, no matter how big the territory of the Han Empire was, in Emperor Liu's mind, the most core ruling areas were in these four realms, which were the center, the Central Plains, and China.
Zhao Pu knew the reason and asked for instructions directly. In this regard, Emperor Liu thought for a while and said: "Huiguo Gong Song Yanwo! With his familiarity and prestige in Gyeonggi Province, he should be enough to suppress the local area and ensure the smooth progress of the tax reform!"
Zhao Pu nodded, raised his hands and agreed: "Hui Gong is highly virtuous and worthy of the great responsibility! However, I heard that Hui Guo Gong was not feeling well before, and I wonder if he can withstand the burden of political and secular affairs in the capital!"
Emperor Liu frowned slightly, turned his head to look at Liu Yang, and ordered: "I am inconvenient, please go to Huiguo Duke's Mansion to visit your uncle for me, express your condolences, and check his physical condition. If there is no serious condition, No, let him take office on another day!"
"yes!"
The original agreement to appoint Pan You to the Gyeonggi Province was inherently accidental. Now that Pan You has made such a move in Yangdi, Emperor Liu has returned to the past rhythm. The selection of the four chief officials of the Central Plains still needs to be done. Consider "our own people" whenever possible, especially relatives of the emperor and the country.
Song Yanwo, Duke of Huiguo, was obviously one of the emperor's relatives, with both prestige and ability, and at the same time, he was more reassuring to Emperor Liu. In the past thirty years, Song Yanwo did not have any outstanding achievements, but Emperor Liu always placed him in key places.
Even if Song Yanwo is unable to make the trip, Emperor Liu will most likely choose his successor from among his relatives. Of course, it is basically a foregone conclusion that Song Yeon-wo will be appointed to Gyeonggi Province again.
No matter what Song Yanwo's health was like, Emperor Liu spoke up, and the prince personally came to invite him. There was no room for him to refuse. To put it in extreme terms, he had to go to Yingchang even if he was carrying the coffin. With this realization, Song Yanwo Yanwo still exists.
"Zhao Qing retreats, the prince stays!" After explaining the matter, Emperor Liu gave Zhao Pu an order to expel him.
When Zhao Pu heard this, he was relieved. Of course, there was nothing strange on his face. He just stood up naturally and bowed his body and saluted: "Your Majesty, take care. I will retire, old minister!"
Only the father and son were left in the palace. After another period of silence, Emperor Liu asked feebly: "Do you know why I agreed to the Zhengshitang's request to unify the royal family's properties under the imperial tax system?"
Faced with this question that had a bit of a school test, Liu Yang thought for a while and analyzed it carefully: "Firstly, public opinion is raging, everyone is paying attention to this matter, and they will take action when the time comes. This shows that dad treats everyone equally, and also It can slightly appease the resentment caused by the tax reform and ensure that the reform continues to be promoted in an orderly manner."
Emperor Liu smiled faintly at Liu Yang's answer, and then said: "It's all bullshit!"
Liu Yang never expected that Emperor Liu would give such an evaluation to his answer, with a look of astonishment on his face. Looking at him, Emperor Liu said with some sadness: "There are twenty-three of you brothers and sisters, including the emperor's grandson, there are more than thirty people. If you add the clan children, the number will double.
The Han Dynasty is only four generations old, and the treatment given by the imperial court to the clan is very generous. The imperial court supports and pays a lot of money and food every year. It is still considered the early days of the founding of the country, the country is strong, and the court has enough money and food resources to support it, but what about after the fifth and sixth generations?
The size of the clan will only gradually grow and double. If such treatment is maintained, how much will the imperial court's support cost in the future? You can calculate it yourself!
My intention in doing this is also very simple. I don't want the royal children to end up becoming blood-sucking leechworms that live on the body of a big man! I have treated my children well enough in the past. This is my love and care. This is understandable. It is natural for my descendants to enjoy the blessings of the country I have built.
But now, my mind has changed. Fuyin can be given, but it is not unlimited. It was my neglect before, but now, something must change. In the future, not only will it not increase, but on the contrary, if there is no contribution to the country, it will be reduced from generation to generation, and the same goes for the title. The Han's hierarchy of titles and salaries also needs to be unified, and the royal family is no exception!
I will issue an edict on this matter later, so you can prepare first! "
After hearing Emperor Liu's explanation, Liu Yang was stunned for a long time, and finally bowed respectfully: "Your Majesty is so public-minded, I admire you greatly!"
From the perspective of the country, Emperor Liu's consideration was very well-intentioned. Liu Yang, who had been in power for many years, naturally felt deeply about it. And if it is as Emperor Liu wishes, then the Han's rank and salary system will be further improved, at least on the surface fairness will be further guaranteed.
"As for the issue of the majesty of the Tian family that Liu Shu clamored about, it is also nonsense!" Emperor Liu said lightly: "As long as the imperial power is stable, how can all these troubles and thoughts be considered Tao?"
"There is one more thing, I wonder if you understand it!" Emperor Liu continued: "According to the investigation of the Imperial City Department, there is a lot of land under the name of the Duke of Chu, and it was only recently transferred by certain people. his.
My stupid son, I don’t know if he has any idea in his heart, or he is tempted by the interests of the land, and is willing to be used by others, to be the leader! "When Liu Shu was mentioned, Emperor Liu showed a sad expression and sighed: "The taste of cutting meat is painful, and cutting the flesh on one's own body is even more painful."
(End of chapter)
