Han Shizu

Chapter 1868
"Zhao Qing, Pan You can be regarded as your disciple. This spring, Gyeonggi Province asked him to come to Beijing to report on his duties!" Emperor Liu said to Zhao Pu coldly: "Jiannan Dao is an important place. Jiannan is stable. It concerns the entire Southwest, and at that time, you have to explain it to him, in addition to being vigorous and bold, you also need to pay attention to methods!"

Emperor Liu said so, Zhao Pu didn't understand what it meant, and he silently sighed for Pan You, his actions, after all, touched Emperor Liu's bad luck.

The mission of Jiannan Province is not only a heavy trust, but also a heavy burden. If you do a good job, it will be as effective as Gyeonggi Province, so let the past be ignored. If something goes wrong, it will be new and old, and the two crimes will be punished
When Emperor Liu was magnanimous, he could tolerate Baichuan, but when he was narrow-minded, he could bear grudges for a lifetime.Pan You is also considered a shrewd and capable person, self-denying and devoted to public affairs, and has been heard by the heavens many times, but the news that reaches the ears of Emperor Liu is not always good news, and it does not bring a good impression.

Emperor Liu's principle of employing people has always been to use talents and virtues, and talents come before virtues. In the past, there were countless ministers with personal virtues and deficiencies, ranging from prime ministers, but Emperor Liu has always used them smoothly.

But like Pan You, who always made Emperor Liu feel awkward, in Dahan, Pan You was probably the only one.It is also a model of not fearing the powerful and being honest and honest, and it also comes from the south of the Yangtze River. Looking at Zheng Qi, the deputy envoy of Henan Province, what kind of reputation he is, it is obvious that Pan You himself has a big problem when he is so disgusted by the world.

It has to be said that it was 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 generosity and tolerance, in fact, he is far behind Emperor Liu in terms of capacity and mind. A large part of Liu Yang's tolerance is influenced by cultural education. bound him.

Zhao Pu sighed silently for Pan You in his heart, but rationally did not speak to him, 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: "Your Majesty, the overall situation of Gyeonggi still needs to be maintained, and the achievements of reforms still need to be protected. If Pan Youru resigns, who should succeed him?"

In recent years, in the appointment of chief officials of the Han Dynasty, the selection, evaluation, and recommendation by the political affairs hall and the official department were basically carried out. After the candidates were drawn up, they were approved by Emperor Liu. The emperor will not refute.

But there are four exceptions, which must be approved by Emperor Liu and appointed by Emperor Liu himself. There are four provinces of Gyeonggi, Henan, Hebei, and Hedong. 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 behind it, so he directly asked for instructions.Regarding this, Emperor Liu pondered for a while, and said one person: "Gong Hui, Song Yanwo! With his familiarity and prestige with Gyeonggi Province, he should be enough to suppress the local area and ensure the smooth progress of the tax reform!"

Zhao Pu nodded, clasped his hands and said in agreement: "Mr. Hui is highly respected and worthy of a great responsibility! However, I heard that Mr. Hui was not in good health before, so I wonder if he can bear the burden of political and mundane affairs in Gyeonggi!"

Emperor Liu frowned slightly, turned his head to look at Liu Yang, and said: "I am not physically handicapped, please go to Huiguo Gongfu for me to visit your uncle, give condolences, and see his physical condition. If there is any obstacle, let him choose another day to take office!"

"Yes!"

At the beginning, agreeing to use Pan You as the Gyeonggi Province was a matter of chance. Now that Pan You made such a move in Yangdi, Emperor Liu has returned to the rhythm of the past. Consider "our own people" as much as possible, especially the royal relatives.

Song Yanwo, Huiguo Gong, was obviously among the relatives of the emperor, who had both prestige and ability, and at the same time, he was more reassuring to Emperor Liu.In the past 30 years, Song Yanwo did not have too prominent and eye-catching achievements, but Emperor Liu has always put him in a key position.

Even if Song Yanwo couldn't make the trip, the other alternative successors, Emperor Liu's choice, would most likely be chosen from relatives and nobles.Of course, it is basically a foregone conclusion that Song Yanwo will be appointed to Gyeonggi Province again.

Regardless of Song Yanwo's condition, Emperor Liu opened his mouth, and the crown prince came to invite him in person. There was no room for him to refuse. To put it to the extreme, he had to go to Yingchang even if he carried the coffin. Yanwo is still there.

"Zhao Qing retreats, the crown prince stays!" After explaining the matter, Emperor Liu issued an order to expel Zhao Pu.

Hearing this, Zhao Pu was relieved, of course there was nothing strange on his face, he just got up naturally and bowed to him: "Your Majesty, take care, the old minister will leave!"

There were only father and son left in the palace, and after another silence, Emperor Liu asked feebly, "Do you know why I agreed to the request of the Political Affairs Hall to bring the imperial family's property under the administration of the court's tax system?"

Faced with this question that was meant to be a school test, Liu Yang thought about it for a while, and analyzed it seriously: "One, the public opinion is raging, and everyone is paying attention to this matter. It can slightly appease the resentment caused by the tax reform and ensure that the reform will continue to be promoted in an orderly manner.”

To Liu Yang's answer, Emperor Liu smiled faintly, and then said: "It's all bullshit!"

Liu Yang never expected that Emperor Liu would give such an evaluation to his answer, his face was full of astonishment.Looking at him, Emperor Liu said with some regret: "You have 23 brothers and sisters, counting the emperor's grandson, there are more than [-] people, if you add the clan's children, the number will double.

Up to now, the great Han Dynasty has only four generations. The treatment given to the clan by the imperial court can be said to be generous.Now it is still in the early days of the founding of the country, the national power is strong, and the imperial court has enough money and grain to support it, but what about after five or six generations?
The size of the clan will only gradually grow and multiply. If you maintain this kind of treatment, how much will the imperial court pay in the future? You can calculate it yourself!
My intention for doing this is also very simple. I don't want the children of the royal family to end up as leeches living on the body of a big man and sucking blood!In the past, I treated my children well enough. This is my love and care. This is understandable. It is only natural that my children and grandchildren enjoy the blessings of the country I have built.

But now, my thinking has changed. Fuyin can be given, but it is not unlimited.It was my negligence before, but now, something must be changed. Not only will it not increase in the future, but on the contrary, if it does not contribute to the country, it will be reduced from generation to generation, and the title is the same.The juelu system of the Han Dynasty also needs to be unified, and the royal family is no exception!
I will send an imperial edict to promulgate this matter later, you can make preparations first! "

Hearing Emperor Liu's explanation, Liu Yang was stunned for a long time, and finally gave a respectful salute: "Your Majesty's sincerity, I admire you very much!"

From the perspective of the country, Emperor Liu's considerations can be said to be well-intentioned. Liu Yang, who has been in power for many years, is naturally deeply touched.And if it is as Emperor Liu intends, then the Juelu system of the Han Dynasty will be further improved, at least the fairness on the surface will be further guaranteed.

"As for the majesty of the Tian family that Liu Shu is clamoring about, it's also nonsense!" Emperor Liu said lightly, "As long as the imperial power is stable, what's the point of all these disturbances and all those thoughts?"

"There is one more thing, I don't know if you understand!" Emperor Liu continued: "According to the investigation of the Imperial City Department, there are quite a few lands under the name of the Duke of Chu, all of which were recently transferred to us by some people. his.

This stupid son of mine, I don't know whether he has any idea in his heart, or he is lured by the little land interest, and is willing to be used by others, and be the first bird! "When Liu Shu was mentioned, Emperor Liu showed a sad expression, and sighed: "The taste of cutting flesh is painful, and cutting the flesh of oneself is even more tormenting."

(End of this chapter)