Han Shizu

Taizong Chapter 7 Kaibao Lao Chen
Early spring is a time not to be careless, especially for the frail elderly. It is not an exaggeration to say that the severe spring cold hits, which can invade the muscles and bite the bones at the slightest, and can be fatal at the worst.

Xiuye ​​Square, Duke Shou's Mansion, Guzhu Garden.In the study room, it was the warmth and fragrance, smoke curled up, accompanied by steaming hot steam, enveloped in the air.

Duke Shou was a lustful man. This was known to almost everyone in the court. No other proof was needed, just look at his more than 40 children.

Even though he is already over [-] years old, there is still no lack of prostitution. This early in the morning, the old prince was already surrounded by several red and pink skeletons.
The room was indeed warm, and Li Shaoyou didn't feel the slightest discomfort even though he was only wearing single clothes. A brocade belt was tied casually around his waist, exposing a large area of ​​his chest. Of course, he was so skinny that his bones were visible.

There are four maids serving beside her. Of course, the focus is not on what they are busy with, but on the vague and bold clothing. Obviously it is this hazy feeling that is fatally attractive to men, including old men in general.

It has to be said that during the six months since the death of Emperor Shizu, Duke Shou still restrained his desires and refrained from sexual intercourse with women for a long time, even after his burial. It was not until the beginning of spring that he allowed himself to be wrapped up in the gentle countryside. .

However, at this time, compared to those beautiful maids with beautiful faces and graceful figures, Li Shaoyou was more interested in the edict that was read out at the enthronement ceremony. He lay on the soft couch and read the transcribed pages with concentration.

Li Shaoyou believes that in the past few days, many people in Luoyang City are studying this edict carefully, intending to see the new emperor's governance philosophy from behind the information, and see if they can get a glimpse of the future direction of the Han Dynasty. , or is there a breakthrough point for flattery?
Compared with the mediocre people who are bustling about for fame and fortune, as a central figure among the upper class of the empire, Li Shaoyou has much higher knowledge and has much more channels and quantity to obtain information.

The results of the research made Li Shaoyou very satisfied, because there were fewer rumors that had been revealed in the palace before: the new emperor wanted to reform the system.This matter had been rumored before, and it was said that His Majesty wanted to correct many of the shortcomings that had occurred during the late reign of the late Emperor.

For veterans of the late emperor like Li Shaoyou, this is naturally unacceptable. Of course, he does not fully support all policies and decisions of Emperor Shizu, but if Liu Yang wants to rush for reform at the beginning of his accession to the throne, it will hurt them too much. I have the heart of an old minister.At the same time, it is not conducive to the harmony and stability of the court, and is also likely to infringe on the interests of Kaibao veterans, the latter of which is of course the most critical.

Fortunately, the emperor stepped back from the brink and the rumors did not come true.After reading the whole article, the focus is on recalling and summarizing the great achievements and achievements of Emperor Sejo. As for the elaboration of his governing philosophy, he briefly mentioned terms such as lenient punishment and simple administration, and resting with the people. At the same time, he clearly put forward his support for Sejo's great policies. The policy remains firm.

As for the specific matters, in addition to the awards to veteran ministers and the changes in authority involving dozens of important court ministers starting from the Prime Minister, this year's imperial examination was postponed to the autumn and the number of people recruited was increased.

Based on the overall evaluation, Xinhuang is still stable!Although I don't know the specific circumstances that caused Liu Yang to change his original tendency, this kind of stability is what wins the hearts of veterans like Li Shaoyou.

Of course, with Li Shaoyou's intelligence, he could guess that it was probably the performance of those ministers some time ago that made Liu Yang feel the pressure. Either way, the emperor really shouldn't be influenced and bewitched by those foreign ministers.
While Li Shaoyou was enjoying the gentle hands of the maid roaming around his body and praising Wang Dan's literary talents, a middle-aged man with a calm demeanor and rigorous behavior walked in. He seemed to be indifferent to the charming atmosphere in the room and did not squint. He only glanced at Li Shaoyou, stepped forward quickly, and worshiped: "Father!"

There are a total of 28 sons of Li Shaoyou who grew up, and half of them stayed in the palace of Duke Shou to grow old. The person in front of him is his seventh son Li Zongkai, who is currently in charge of the affairs of the palace.

Li Zongkai was Li Shaoyou's favorite son. He once thought about making him his heir. When he made this request to Emperor Shizu, he was not only a roundabout way of admonishing and supporting the prince, but he may not have been sincere.

However, although he has many children, Li Shaoyou is not too worried. He has always been rational and lived a clear life.Arrangements for the funeral have already been made. The eldest son Li Zongrui will inherit the title, and the seventh son Li Zongkai will inherit the family affairs. The other children will each receive a share of property and land. If they want to join the army or become an official, they will also be given basic support. The rest can only be relied on them. By myself.

Li Shaoyou never thought about asking for a bowl of water to be balanced, because he knew that it would be unfair. He was not the emperor of the ancestors, and he had enough family wealth to divide the princes among themselves. But just like that, he still caused a lot of dissatisfaction.

As for the descendants of the Li family, if they are dissatisfied, they can withdraw from the Li family, sever ties, and destroy the family tree. This is what Li Shaoyou said personally. This consistent attitude and approach has a good effect.In the eyes of the descendants of the Li family, the old man was so cruel that he would not be recognized by any of his relatives.

In the room, he put down the edict and asked Li Zongkai casually: "What's the matter?"

"Your Majesty has come to visit my father!" Li Zongkai said in a deep voice.Hearing this, Li Shaoyou immediately lined up the maids, sat up, and asked, "Where are the people?"

"Already at the gate!"

"You lead all the brothers to greet us!" Li Shaoyou immediately ordered, then got up again, barefooted, ran to the bed behind the hall curtain and lay down on the bed in a few steps, and shouted to several maids: "Tie me up with the quilt. , pack up, and get out of here!"

I was in a hurry, but fortunately the maids were pretty quick. After cleaning up for a while, I heard the noise coming from the corridor outside the house.Hearing the sound, Li Shaoyou immediately held his breath and concentrated, his eyes showed concentration, and then gradually became distracted, and his whole aura also weakened, trying to look like a patient.

Well, Duke Shou has been ill for a long time. In the past two months, except for showing up at the coronation ceremony, he has basically stayed in the palace and lived in seclusion.

Naturally, the Holy Emperor came here to visit the old minister. Of course, Liu Yang should not be the evil star of Emperor Shizu.
Only Li Zongkai was lucky enough to accompany Liu Yang inside. Others, including the attendants and guards, were waiting in front of the door.When he saw the bright yellow body, Li Shaoyou's eyes widened immediately, he struggled to get up, and said feebly: "Your Majesty, you are so lucky. I am so far away from you, but you still beg for forgiveness!"

Upon seeing this, Liu Yang immediately stepped forward, gently held Li Shaoyou down, and softly comforted him: "Shou Gong is not feeling well, so please don't follow this custom!"

"The etiquette cannot be discarded!" Li Shaoyou still struggled.

Liu Yang looked at him seriously: "Shou Gong is both a hero and an elder. If there is no need for this, let's talk on the couch!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Seeing Liu Yang's insistence, Li Shaoyou "grudgingly" agreed.

At this time, Li Zongkai brought a stool and asked the emperor to sit down. Liu Yang took up his robe and sat down. He glanced at the situation in the room and then asked: "How is Shougong's health?"

Li Shaoyou coughed a few times and said: "Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty! It's just that the disease is very urgent, and I don't like to take medicine, and I don't believe in those quack doctors, so I can only rest in bed!"

"This is not okay!" Hearing what Li Shaoyou said, Liu Yang's expression suddenly became serious: "You must hide your illness and avoid medical treatment! Otherwise, whether it hurts your body or your life, it will be a huge loss to the court, and I won't allow it!"

Li Shaoyou sighed quietly: "It is inevitable for people to get sick as they age. To be honest with you, your majesty, sometimes I would rather die than suffer from this disease!"

Hearing what Li Shaoyou said, a playful look flashed in his eyes. Liu Yang chuckled and said, "If Lord Shougong doesn't believe in doctors, I will take your pulse today and make a diagnosis. How about one or two?"

Li Shaoyou was slightly surprised: "Your Majesty also knows the art of Xinglin?"

"I am afraid that what I know is more than many people imagine!" Liu Yang said with a smile, and then his expression became serious, and his hand was stretched out to diagnose the pulse: "Shou Gong, please stretch out your hand!"

Hearing this, Li Shaoyou and Liu Yang looked at each other for a while, their mouths twitched, and they stretched out their right hands that were still stained with powder. However, their old eyes regained their clarity, and they observed Liu Yang silently, thinking about the emperor's situation in his heart. The real intention of Ji Jia Xing.

(End of this chapter)