The spring scenery outside the pavilion is exceptionally bright, but many nobles of the Han Dynasty are not in much mood to appreciate this beautiful scenery at this time. Although their expressions varied, most of them were recalling Emperor Liu's conversation in the Shicai Gongchen Pavilion.
Overall, I benefited a lot, opened my eyes a lot, and was also a lot scared. Emperor Liu's words still had a huge impact on the heroes and nobles present, and shocked them greatly.
Both in content and attitude! This was the first time that he spoke openly about his rise and fall and expressed his views on history in public, in front of many foreign ministers.
Moreover, he ruthlessly tore apart the bright and beautiful coat woven by Emperor Liu himself, the nobility, bureaucrats and all the rentier classes in the world, revealing the bloody truth inside.
Although many people did not agree with Emperor Liu's thoughts and opinions, and even felt aggrieved and depressed, was it because of this? Can this also convince people? So much so that I felt that Emperor Liu’s ideas were weird and childish...
But at the same time, they are also deeply worried about it. When the most powerful and prestigious people in the world act like gangsters, who can stop them? And as "ordinary people", how should they respond?
By now, almost everyone could see that Emperor Liu was really old, his health was really failing, and he could not hold on for many more years. His long reign had entered the final stage and was coming to an end.
However, it is precisely because of this that these nobles and nobles have to seriously consider how to survive this "post-Kaibao era" smoothly and stably. I Emperor Liu has never been a peaceful person. This has nothing to do with his age or physical condition. It would be really stupid to believe what he says without reservation.
At the same time, Emperor Liu in this state is the least easy to mess with and the most dangerous. After all, no one wants to risk their own or even the fate of the entire family to block the colander of Emperor Liu's last days.
Emperor Liu's words today were very straightforward. Although he kept claiming that they were his brothers and sisters and regarded them as the foundation and pillars of the empire, he also showed his suspicion without any restraint. He suspected that they had ulterior motives and was afraid that they would cause harm to the country and abuse the people.
The only good thing is that Emperor Liu has no intention of taking cruel, shocking and painful measures against these people.
There are only two roads in front of us. Strictly speaking, there is only one road. Whether it is to join the army and fight in the border areas, or to colonize and develop in various feudal countries, it is all for external development. If you want to go back to the past, sit and lie down. Internal exploitation and oppression is obviously impossible.
At least it is unlikely while Emperor Liu is still alive. According to Emperor Liu's temperament, now that he has made a choice, he will definitely keep an eye on this matter. If he commits the crime again, he will probably face the most severe and ruthless blow.
Although there have been various "disposal according to law" before, when the matter is not particularly serious, the plot is not particularly serious, and the core members of the honor are involved, both Emperor Liu and the court always have a trace of humaneness in the outcome of the handling. of.
Just like Pingyuan Gongsun Li, his relatives had caused so much trouble in the past, but only his youngest son was severely punished. As for the others, although they were inextricably related, they were just branches and leaves after all.
Today, Emperor Liu once again used Sun Lilai as a negative example, and specifically singled out his beloved son who was blowing sand in the northwest. The warning implication is already very obvious.
Therefore, the nobles are not left with many choices, but at least they are. Smart people all know what to do. Smart people such as Shi Shouxin and Cao Bin have already formed a "strategic" plan in their minds to "base themselves on the country and develop the fiefdom"...
The nobles who listened to the training gathered together in small groups and slowly left, bearing the impact of what Emperor Liu said today, and talking in low voices from time to time.
Yang Ye still walked with Wang Yansheng, but held his hand with less strength, because Yang Ye found that the old man could still walk, even if he was a little lame.
Looking at the old Wang Yansheng, Yang Ye was inevitably touched. He was also in his sixties and not much younger than Wang Yansheng. The close old brothers and colleagues, such as Wang Shenqi and Guo Jinzhe, have all passed away one after another. Those who are still alive are the only ones who have achieved great results, and they all have to do it and cherish it.
However, after Yang Ye glanced around, he couldn't help but asked: "Light
Brother Lie, what on earth are you..."
After hearing the question, Wang Yansheng turned his head and glanced at Yang Ye, met his gaze, and smiled lightly: "When you are deaf, you are deaf, and when you are faint, you are faint. I am over seventy years old, and it is normal for the condition to recur. , Isn’t that considered deceiving the king?”
After hearing what Wang Yansheng said, Yang Ye understood. He frowned and pondered for a long time before asking, "Why is this so?"
Seeing his reaction, Wang Yansheng said quietly: "You are different from me. You are His Majesty's most loyal and trusted general. You are also married to His Majesty. You are trusted and used, so you are as stable as Mount Tai."
I'm different. With my temperament, I can't be restrained or wronged, and I don't want to be used as a negative example like Sun Pingyuan. Naturally, I can only make some mistakes, muddle along, and live in old age! "
As he said that, Wang Yansheng sighed: "Just today, my illness has improved a little. Your Majesty's admonitions are every word, and every word touches my heart! You must have understood, right? Your Majesty is honoring us meritorious officials. Be on guard against those female thieves who bring disaster to the country and the people!
Look at the world today. We conquered the world, but those who enjoy the fruits are those civil servants and bachelors, who wield swords and pens. Their status and treatment are higher than those of tens of millions of soldiers who fought with blood and bossed us around!
We people are supported by the country. No matter how hard our lives are, we have good clothes and food. Why should we bully the emperor and abuse the people? Those who have abused the people more deeply are not the civil servants. In recent years, the court has produced so many bad news, uncovered so many kleptocrats, and killed so many corrupt officials, as well as those high-sounding, male thieves and female prostitutes. Compared to the things our nobles have committed, they are nothing..."
Hearing that Wang Yansheng complained all the time and couldn't stop once he started speaking, Yang Ye quickly tried to dissuade him: "Brother, be careful what you say!"
"Look!" Seeing this, Wang Yansheng chuckled: "Can I stop being stupid? Otherwise, depending on my temper, I don't know where I am now, and I may not even be able to enter the Hall of Meritorious Officials!"
Yang Ye did not agree with Wang Yansheng's words. After all, Yang Ye was a loyal supporter of Emperor Liu, and he had reached the point of foolish loyalty. However, after all, it was an old comrade who had fought hard in the desert and comforted him kindly: "Your Majesty has his own considerations in governing the country and employing people. He has shown you great kindness to us, so what is there to complain about? Even if you don't, you have your own considerations." You should think about yourself and future generations."
In this regard, Wang Yansheng was silent for a moment: "How could I do this if it were not for the sake of future generations? I have been holding on for so many years, not just because I want to live a few more years, but also to let those incompetent children and grandchildren live a happy life for a few more years. Let the title that I worked so hard for can last a little longer...
But now it seems that even this wish seems difficult! "
Hearing what Wang Yansheng said, Yang Ye said: "Brother, are you too pessimistic? If my nephews and nephews are capable, they can give them their full support and make great achievements. Isn't it more practical than simply relying on the glory of the lintel and the blessing of the ancestors?"
Glancing at Yang Ye, Wang Yansheng said: "If my descendants have the talent of your tiger son, can they still have such worries?"
