Han Shizu

Chapter 1046 Outside the East Water Gate
In the southeast of Tokyo Guocheng, at the downstream of Bian River, the majestic and open East Water Gate stands in a majestic posture, straddling Bianliang. Basically, the money, food and materials transported from southeast to north to Kaifeng enter Kaifeng through this gate.

The 15 years of Qianyou has come to an end, winter is about to pass, and the most severe cold period has basically passed. Whether it is the Han court or the people of Tokyo, they are all preparing to bid farewell to the magnificent 15 years of Qianyou and welcome the new year. Looking ahead A brand new era.

From top to bottom, everyone is immersed in an atmosphere of joy, and Tokyo is also immersed in a relaxed atmosphere.Maybe there are still many poor people in Tokyo, and maybe there are still many Guizhou heads whose livelihoods are still difficult, but at this time, even the most numb and willing to be cattle and horses, while struggling for food and clothing, driven by the will of the country , can't help showing a little smile, celebrating with the country.

The emperor has issued an edict that the National Day Ceremony will be held on the seventh day of February next year, presided over by Prime Minister Wei Renpu, supplemented by relevant departments, and all procedures and matters related to the ceremony are already being implemented.Moreover, the specification this time is even more grand than the previous ten-year grand ceremony of Emperor Liu. As far as the preliminary preparations are concerned, the situation presented is extraordinary.

Not only the feudal officials and generals from all walks of life, but also the heroes since the founding of the Han Dynasty, the nobles and ministers who have been adopted, and those who are qualified are also invited to gather in Tokyo.From Emperor Liu’s imperial edict, it can be seen that this is not only a celebration, celebration, and reward for the domination of the world, but also a summary of the past 15 years of governance, and at the same time, it is also a collective effort for how to govern this huge and unified new Han Empire .

Therefore, it is conceivable that the grand ceremony after the new year will be the first class since the founding of the People's Republic of China, regardless of its size, scale or significance, and it is destined to be a grand event.During this period of time, bureaucrats and generals from all over the country have begun to arrive in Beijing, and there are more on the way.

The reason why Liu Chengyou set the grand ceremony on the seventh day of February instead of New Year's Day or Shangyuan Festival is to give the officials more time. Of course, the seventh day of February next year is also an auspicious day.

Outside the east water gate, the wind was piercing and the water was still cool, but in the bleak north wind, a high-standard guard of honor had been waiting for a long time.Not only the specifications of the guard of honor, but the rank of the waiting staff is higher, Yong Wang Liu Chengxun and the third prince Liu Xi.

During this period of time, His Royal Highness King Yong was almost being used as a ceremonial envoy, but Liu Chengxun also enjoyed this kind of errand that represented both the royal family and the imperial court. In addition, he was also Qian Hongchu's brother-in-law.The guests Lao Liu Chengxun dispatched to greet him this time are naturally of good status, they are the Wuyue King Qian Hongchu and his party that Emperor Liu Chengyou misses so much.

After more than a month of journey, overcoming the difficulties of going north in winter, and stopping and going due to the weather, until now, I finally arrived in Tokyo.As for Liu Xi, Concubine Gao couldn't get used to his leisure and ease in the Feilong stables, so she asked Emperor Liu again, so Liu Chengyou wrote an order to let Liu Xi and his third uncle participate in the matter of welcoming the King of Wuyue, and also followed him See the world.

However, in addition to several officials and a guard of honor, there was also a little princess, Liu Jian, the second daughter of Emperor Liu, who was Liu Xi's younger sister.She is almost ten years old now, she has inherited the genes of her parents, she looks good, but as the second daughter of the emperor, she has an older sister, so Liu Jian is naturally not as favored as the eldest princess, and she is not so eye-catching.

Among the empresses and concubines, in terms of temperament, only Concubine Gao is probably the only one. However, none of the sons and daughters she gave birth to resemble her in character.Needless to say Liu Xi, as for Liu Jian, she is also quiet, never crying or fussing since she was a child, very well-behaved, and has a low sense of presence, even with the fierceness of Concubine Gao, she can't bear to berate or scold her.

Mainly because of her children, Concubine Gao Guifei has been feeling depressed all these years.Among the princes, Liu Yang, Liu Fang, and even Liu Xu are not as favored as they are. The princess Liu Chengyou cherishes Liu Jia the most, and Liu Jia was born to Concubine Fu Hui, and it seems that it is only because she was born a month earlier than Liu Jian.

Of course, what really depressed Concubine Gao was her son's lack of "competence". Even though she was active enough to cultivate him into a talent, Liu Xi was always calm and calm, I was never in a hurry even to walk, it just showed a trend when I was young, and as I got older, I became more and more lazy.

At this moment, Liu Xi's attention was not on the reception, but took his younger sister, pointing outside the East Water Gate, and introduced her to her.Liu Po ​​rarely had the opportunity to go out of the palace, so he was also a little excited, listening with gusto, looking around with cool eyes, very curious about these scenes that were different from those in the palace, and asked questions from time to time.
It's still cold, even if you wear thick clothes, your body temperature will dissipate quickly.When her hands felt cold, Liu Xi lowered her body, took Liu Jian's little hand along the hem of her clothes and reached her chest, warming her hands with her own skin.If it wasn't for Liu Jian's refusal, he would have taken off his robe and put it on for her. If he brought his sister out, if he froze or caught a cold, it would be difficult to explain when he went back.

Sitting in a pavilion, Liu Chengxun watched this scene silently, feeling a little emotional in his heart, after all, they are brothers and sisters with sincere feelings.Even though they are still young, in the royal family, it is rare to have this kind of family affection.

In the eyes, a little reminiscence flashed.Liu Chengxun couldn't help recalling the events of the year, from Yedu to Jinyang, although he was still young at that time, the three brothers of the Liu family were also brothers and sisters.

Only later, their family followed Liu Zhiyuan, followed the tide of the times, got involved in the turmoil of history, and became the most noble family in the world.Unfortunate for the elder brother, he died young. As for the emperor brother Liu Chengyou, he was also in awe of the subsequent changes, the past is gone forever.
Even now, Liu Chengxun respects and fears Emperor Liu.

"Uncle Three!"

When Liu Xi brought Liu Jian closer and called out, Liu Chengxun came back to his senses, pinched Liu Jian's ruddy little face with a short body, and couldn't help showing a gentle smile: "Is it fun outside the palace?"

"Hmm!" Liu Po ​​looked a little shy, lowered his head, and responded softly.This shy reaction made Liu Chengxun even more joyful. Now he also has three sons, but no daughter.

Looking at Liu Xi, putting away his smile, Liu Chengxun asked him: "It is said that you, Saburo, are indifferent, and it is true, you have no respect at all!"

Hearing this, Liu Xi chuckled and said, "Daddy Left and Right just let me come and see it, just bring a pair of eyes. Besides, the King of Wuyue has not yet arrived, so why be tense? When the King of Wuyue arrives, the etiquette Just in place!"

Listening to him smiling and talking slowly, Liu Chengxun became a little interested, and couldn't help asking: "Do you know why your majesty let our uncle and nephew receive King Wuyue with such a standard? Let me, the prince, you, the prince, blow this cold wind? You know, when he was invited to come north, the imperial court only sent a minister to welcome him."

Liu Chengxun had some intention of taking the school exam, but Liu Xi still showed that casual expression and said: "King Wuyue came to Beijing with a heavy gift, so naturally he should be treated with enough courtesy to make him feel at ease."

After looking at him for a while, Liu Chengxun seemed a little surprised, and said, "Tell me, why is it so important?"

Liu Xi also replied in surprise: "Third uncle used this to test me? Now in the court, I am afraid that anyone with a little knowledge knows that when King Wuyue goes north, he will come to offer land!"

Liu Chengxun smiled slightly and continued to ask: "Why?"

Looking at the emperor's uncle, Liu Xi replied: "The imperial court has sent troops to Pingnan, and has taken all of Liangjiang and Lingnan. The world is tending to be unified, but it has not yet been unified. In the southeast half, only Wu and Yue are left to stand on their own. Four years ago, they offered soil. With Chen Hongjin presenting Zhangquan and the king of Wuyue coming here this time, as long as he is smart enough, he will know what to do, and we will join hands in the great cause of unification."

After listening to his analysis, Liu Chengxun couldn't help but praise: "That's right!"

After thinking about it, Liu Chengxun looked at Liu Xi's eyes again, and said with a little curiosity: "Although it is a commonplace talk, but at your age, it is not uncommon to be able to explain this matter so clearly. If you Dao and Brother Huang will be happy with this knowledge!"

"I'm just talking casually. Daddy knows all about the world's major events. There's no need for me to bother you with my humble opinions." Liu Xi said leisurely.

When Liu Xi said these words, Liu Chengxun couldn't help but feel some emotion in his heart. None of the older princes in the royal family is really mediocre.Even the most unambitious third prince, Liu Xi, has received the same education and training for so many years, and has seen a lot of things with Emperor Liu, how can he be treated by ordinary people.
(End of this chapter)