"Your Majesty, I've finished reading."
The attendant respectfully put the edict away.
Xiao Yuan nodded: "Everyone is equal."
"Thank you, Your Majesty——"
People stood up one after another and stood on the train.
Xiao Yuan looked around and said: "The founding of the Qin Dynasty was the result of the help of the ministers, the assistance of the civil servants, the dedication of the generals, and the bloody battles of the soldiers! We will reward you based on your merits."
"In the future, I also hope that you will be diligent and diligent in your work and work together to create a glorious and prosperous era for the Qin Dynasty."
"I respectfully follow His Majesty's teachings -" all the ministers said in unison.
"Okay, it's getting late, please retreat." Xiao Yuan waved his hand and dismissed the court.
All the ministers raised their hands and bowed: "Your Majesty -"
Almost everyone was satisfied with this founding ceremony. The military exploits of the generals were not erased, nor were the contributions of the civil servants. Rewards and punishments were absolutely clear.
This is the result of Xiao Yuan's comprehensive study of qualifications, military exploits, political achievements, talents, faults, etc. It can be said that he has been busy with this matter since he moved the capital to Chang'an and has read through countless merit books.
In fact, people like Liu Yuzhi and Peng Shuang are the best to be sure of, because they have a lot of credit, not a single fault, and their qualifications are ridiculous; on the contrary, it is senior generals like Xu Rong and Yang Heng who are brave and good at fighting. He is impressive, but he has had several demerits in the military. This kind of thing requires many considerations, which is very tiring.
All the ministers were smiling happily, saying congratulations to each other in twos and threes, and from time to time some generals laughed heartily.
Ding Rong immediately came to Jiang Yi's side, cupped his hands with a smile on his face and said: "Master Jiang's contribution to founding the country and assisting the government has won His Majesty's favor. He has been granted the position of Counselor and Minister of Government, and the position of Marquis Jing. Congratulations."
"We are all delighted. Master Ding was also promoted to the rank of Shaofu and was granted the title of Viscount." Jiang Yi said with a smile.
"Mr. Jiang, you are very polite. I hope you will take good care of me in the future."
The civil and military ministers all walked together with their colleagues with whom they had good relationships, while Wang Su stayed close to Liu Yuzhi. After all, the prime minister has a long history.
"What does the Prime Minister think of this conferment?"
"Your Majesty has always made clear rewards and punishments, especially in the founding of the country. There are no omissions. What does Mr. Wang want to say?" Liu Yuzhi glanced at him.
"No, it's just that the lower official thinks." Wang Su paused and said, "The military general has awarded more than 200 titles."
"Yes, there are too many arrogant and powerful generals." Liu Yuzhi said: "But our Great Qin has wiped out other countries and conducted too many military wars. The military exploits of these generals are all real."
"Yes, what the Prime Minister said is absolutely true."
There were other generals walking together, their faces full of excitement.
General Zhenwei Chen Guandao said: "Your Majesty, your sage, has never forgotten our military exploits, and I have finally won the title of earl! Do you think this is comparable to the earls of previous princes and kings? This is the earl of Great Qin! The whole world, in total, How many counts there are!"
"That's right! Follow His Majesty in the north and south, and die without regrets!"
"It's a pity that I almost got the title of Uncle Wu. If I hadn't violated military discipline, I might have had a chance." Zhaowu General Cao Yan said.
"With your military exploits, it is already a great favor from the emperor to be awarded the title of Eighth Knight. Don't forget that you have been drunk and caused trouble in the military camp several times."
"Haha, how could I not be self-aware." Cao Yan was happy, but actually he was very satisfied in his heart: "Let's go! Let's drink!"
"No, no, you go ahead. My battle wounds haven't healed yet."
"Look at what a bear you are! When I went south with His Majesty, I was struck down by two swords in my body and still killed the general of the Wu army! Let alone drink some wine."
"roll roll roll"
Xu Rong trotted all the way: "Master Dong, stay, stay."
Hearing the shout, Dong Shu couldn't help but stamp his feet, looking puzzled.
Xu Rong quickly followed and said with a smile: "I am a vulgar martial artist. Although I am not good at poetry and prose, I deeply respect people who read, especially a great scholar like Mr. Dong. If Marquis Wencheng does not give up, I would like to go with him."
Marquis Wencheng is the title of Dong Shu. Hearing this, he said politely: "General, I can go with you. I can't ask for more. Please."
"Master Dong, please."
The two of them chatted casually while walking. Xu Rong's education was not high because he was poor and had no money to study when he was a child. The only reason he could read now was because Xiao Yuan forced them and other generals to learn.
But he doesn't want his children to be as illiterate as him, and he knows more about the importance of reading. If he is literate, he might even be able to become a commander-in-chief!
Therefore, while walking, he got to the point: "Master Dong, I heard that your Majesty is currently working on the Wenhua Garden. I wonder if this is the case."
"It is true." There is nothing to hide, Dong Shu said: "Your Majesty's original intention is to let the princes and princesses go to Wenhua Garden to get to know more friends of the same year, and not to be trapped in the palace all day. Wenhua Garden is also a place for literati Bishop is the best teaching place in Daqin."
When Xu Rong heard this, he immediately became energetic: "Then, are the children of ministers qualified to enter Wenhua Garden?"
"Okay, that's your Majesty's original intention."
"Ah? Mr. Dong must help me with this matter. Mr. Xu will be very grateful."
Officials in small groups chatted about everything, but most of them were related to the granting of titles.
The ministers came out of the palace, some went home, and some went out together to drink and celebrate.
Xiao Yuan returned to his study and continued to deal with government affairs. At the same time, he sent an edict to the governors of various places, asking them to return to the capital to report on their duties.
This is the end of the year.
In the evening, after reviewing the memorial, Xiao Yuan left the study and prepared to go back for dinner.
When I was passing by the garden, I happened to meet my fourth son, Xiao Lin, who fell down while playing and scratched his knee, looking like he was crying.
Zhao Qingman held her in her arms and kept coaxing her: "Why are you so careless? Come on, let me see if I'm injured anywhere."
"Don't cry!" Xiao Yuan's voice came as he stepped closer.
"Ah? Your Majesty." Zhao Qingman was startled at first, and then saluted.
Xiao Yuan signaled that she didn't need to be polite, and looked at Xiao Lin who was crying: "I am a man from Da Qin who bleeds but does not shed tears! It's just a fall. You are already ten years old!"
"Father." The little guy was afraid and aggrieved, holding back tears.
"You are the Prince of Qin, and everyone in the world knows you, how can you be so weak!"
This is not Xiao Yuan's differential treatment. If this were Xiao Yu, he might still be slapped.
Of course, if it was a daughter, Xiao Yuan would definitely hold her in his arms and coax her with distress.
This is between father and son.
When the little guy heard this, he wiped his sleeves hard, sniffed and held back tears.
"Your Majesty." Zhao Qingman whispered, not daring to disobey Xiao Yuan, but he felt sorry for the child and kept guarding him, fearing that the child would be beaten.
She was born to the man she loved, her heart and soul, everything to her, and he was the son of the emperor.
Xiao Yuan didn't say anything else, but changed the subject and said: "Let the chef add another dish."
When Zhao Qingman heard this, he felt happy and said quickly: "I'm here to give you my instructions."
(End of chapter)
