Han Shizu

Chapter 786 Returning to Beijing
"I have learned a lot from reading your 'Journey to the West' in the past few days. Let's go, return to the account, and tell me about the Tibetan forces in the Lanshan River Kuo area!" Under the scorching sun, I felt my scalp itchy. Decisively choose not to compete with the sun, said to Ludoxun.

"Yes!"

In an open space in the camp, there was a lot of noise, which attracted Liu Chengyou's attention, and he went to check, but it was four princes, taking advantage of the time when they stopped to avoid the sun, they were competing in riding skills there, attracting a group of people to watch, The accompanying officials, servants, maids, and sergeants gathered together, and they were all willing to join in the fun.

A road was cleared in the open space, marked with flags and used as a track, leading directly to the outside of the camp. Yong Wang Liu Chengxun stood on the side, rarely letting go of his playfulness, and serving as a referee.And the four princes had several immature foals under their crotches, preparing at the starting point, each confidently waiting for the order. Liu Fang even waved his small hand towards the surroundings, causing a burst of cheers.

However, as Liu Chengyou came pacing, the atmosphere of the dog days was like a bucket of cold water pouring down on the brain, the scene quickly quieted down, and the group of people saluted somewhat awkwardly.

Seeing this scene, Liu Chengyou said: "It's such a hot day, you guys are so excited!"

Liu Chengyou's reaction was obviously not angry, which made everyone breathe a sigh of relief.Liu Chengxun was a little calmer, and said with a smile: "The journey home is dull, so just take it for fun. My uncle asked me to be the referee, and I can't refuse it. Second brother, you are the emperor on horseback, and you also advocate martial arts and military exploits to serve the country. Nephew and the others also follow your teachings. As a prince, set an example and advocate the style of martial arts."

Under Liu Chengyou's gaze, the sons subconsciously puffed up their chests, as if they were knights being inspected. Looking at Liu Chengxun, Liu Chengyou smiled lightly and said, "You referee, why haven't you issued an order yet?"

Soon, following Liu Chengxun's order, the surrounding drums were loud, and the four Liu Xu brothers flew away immediately, and the onlookers cheered endlessly
"The four princes are extremely talented, and they are immediately agile and heroic. They have the demeanor of His Majesty!" Lu Duoxun said with a smile beside him.

"I have heard it said that the people outside the Great Wall are fierce and good at fighting. Gein can ride a sheep at the age of three, shoot a rat at the age of five, ride a horse at the age of eight, and shepherd sheep at the age of nine. He will be a qualified stringer when he grows up. " Liu Chengyou said lightly: "I let them practice martial arts, but I don't want them to become such brave fighters, I just want them to strengthen their bodies and complement each other with civil and military skills!"

But in a short time, the four riders galloped back, almost at the same bridle, chasing after each other, the surrounding cheers became more and more enthusiastic, the four riders worked hard, until the last ten or so feet, they were still indistinguishable.

Of course, the final winner is still the youngest Liu Fang.

"I won! Haha!" With a joyful smile on his face, Liu Fang showed a flamboyant performance, driving his little treasure horse to gallop across the road, like a victorious general, enjoying the attention of everyone.

For the remaining three princes, Liu Xu maintained the demeanor of the eldest brother, looked at Liu Fang with a light smile, and seemed to be happy for his younger brother.Liu Yang was a little unwilling, after all, there was a lot of difference this time.As for Liu Xi, he still looked indifferent, as if he didn't care about winning or losing.

Driving forward, the four sons dismounted to pay their respects. Liu Fang raised his head and looked at Liu Chengyou. There seemed to be one meaning in his bright eyes: Praise me!
Laughed at that small appearance, the dragon sleeves were lightly swayed and held back at the waist, Liu Chengyou said gently: "You all performed well, I plan to give you some rewards!"

"Thanks to the official family!" Hearing this, all the disciples smiled.

Liu Fang walked up on his calf, and asked with a silly smile, "Daddy, what do you want to reward us?"

Probing his small face, Liu Chengyou thought for a while and said, "I'll leave it to you, and find another teacher!"

As soon as the words fell, everyone except Liu Xu showed a little bit of distress.Liu Chengyou glanced at Lu Duoxun beside him, and said, "Lu Duoxun, this place is still thousands of miles away from Tokyo, and it will take some time to return to Beijing. I will entrust the four students to you along the way. !"

Hearing this, Lu Duoxun was a little stunned, and then replied hesitantly: "Your Majesty, I have little talent and learning, how can I dare to be the prince's teacher?"

"Why, Lu Langjun, who has always been full of ambition, confident and proud, dare not teach the four children?" Liu Chengyou teased.

"I don't have enough talent and knowledge, I'm afraid it will delay your Highness's studies!" Lu Duoxun said worriedly.

Seeing his hesitation, Liu Chengyou laughed and said: "I'll let you be a temporary tutor. On the way back to Beijing, tell them about your experience of traveling west and what you saw in Hexi. Children like to listen to stories. You can arrange it well.

In addition, I will give you another task. After you return to the court, cooperate with the Xuanwei Department to write a book "Hexi Envoys". The vast homeland! "

"Obey!" Hearing what the emperor said, Lu Duoxun heaved a sigh of relief, and respectfully replied, the burden in his heart was instantly relieved.

His teacher, in the final analysis, is just a "storyteller", adding a bit of fun to the princes' journey home, or taking the effect of entertaining and teaching.

Carefully paying attention to the emperor's inscrutable expression, he couldn't help feeling a little ashamed.He was talented just now, but he took it seriously, otherwise he wouldn't be so concerned about gains and losses. Whoever wants to be the master of the prince, let alone the future, just mentioning the present, the improvement of reputation is immeasurable.

However, Lu Duoxun was too young. If the emperor really regarded him as the prince's teacher, not to mention other people, the old pedant Zhang Zhao who was stranded in Tokyo would dare to "rebel".Although Ludoxun is conceited about his talent and learning, he is not too pretentious, and still has a certain degree of self-knowledge
It is also eager to return, starting from Hua County, the journey of Yujia has no more disturbances, and the speed has been accelerated.It was also in Luoyang, after staying for a few more days, Xijing under Wang Yan's guard gave Liu Chengyou a strong sense of order. Extreme, the huge city is not lacking in vitality.

The industry is booming, business travel is booming, and people's livelihood is getting better.At the same time, Wang Yan spent a lot of effort to renovate the city, repair the market, and improve Luoyang's infrastructure. When Liu Chengyou arrived, there were still projects in progress everywhere in the city.Although it is not as big a repair as Kaifeng, the movement is not small, the key is that the imperial court did not allocate additional money and food, nor did it impose harshly on the people.As for where the money and food come from, of course it comes from the merchants, plus a part of the taxation in the Luoyang area.

During his short stay in Luoyang, Liu Chengyou expressed his high appreciation and encouragement for Wang Yan's achievements in governing Luoyang.Before leaving, he restored Wang Yan's title to the county magistrate of the founding of the country, not only for his achievements in governing Luo, but also for the original "Jade Seal of Chuanguo".

Therefore, Wang Yan was relieved. He was naturally unwilling to be resigned and demoted because he fought Wang Jingchong in Jinzhou and surrounded the angels.Now, finally restored to Duke, Lusu's growth is second, the key is status and face.

In the early autumn of Kaifeng City, although the climate is still a bit hot, it has become much more comfortable. On the Bian River, boats and boats are coming and going more frequently. The crowds between the streets and markets are getting denser. , It is intoxicating, and the whole city is full of prosperity.

"Your Majesty is waiting to welcome you back to court!" In front of the imperial city, Prime Minister Li Tao and his ministers greeted him at the palace.

When the emperor returned to the court, Liu Chengyou ordered that the officials did not need to go out of the city to greet him, but the due etiquette should not be discarded. Under the leadership of Li Tao, the officials simply gathered at the main gate of the imperial city.

"Excuse me, gentlemen!" Liu Chengyou said as he got off the Luanjia and appeared in front of the ministers.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

I haven't seen each other for a few months, but as soon as I meet each other, everyone feels a new look.Looking at the Kaifeng palace, Liu Chengyou said with emotion: "Since I went on tour in spring, I have seen autumn everywhere when I come back!"

"During the few months when I was away, the stable operation of the state affairs all depended on the ministers!" Liu Chengyou said, his eyes fell on Li, Fan, Wei, Xue and Guo.

"It's what I should do, I dare not take credit for it!" Li Tao replied.

"Especially Li Qing, who is over sixty years old and still unremitting in government affairs, and has even more gray hair in his hair, which is admirable!" Looking at Li Tao, Liu Chengyou said emotionally.

After finishing speaking, he went back to Dengluanjia, listening to his words, Li Tao was obviously stunned for a while.

"Let's drive!" With Zhang Dejun singing loudly, the empress and empress drove slowly into the imperial city.

Li Tao came back to his senses, took the people back to the Yamen, prepared for official business, and waited for the emperor to check.However, the old man's face is unavoidably solemn. Of course he remembers his age, which is still less than sixty.
(End of this chapter)