Han Shizu

Chapter 1118 The death of Duke Wei
In early autumn, the sky is high and the clouds are light, and the blue sky is like washing.In front of the Duke of Wei's mansion, there was a lot of ostentation, the emperor Lu Boyi stood upright, obviously it was Emperor Liu coming to visit Duke of Wei, Murong Yanzhao.

"Didn't you be fine a few days ago, why are you so sick?" Emperor Liu sat on the side of the sick bed, looking at Murong Yanzhao, who was hard to get sick, with a very serious tone.

Today's Murong Yanzhao is only 54 years old. However, he looks haggard and skinny. Judging from his appearance, it is not an exaggeration to say that he is already in his seventies or eighties.

Wrinkled face, pale complexion, thin cheeks, Murong Yanzhao has completely lost the demeanor of the past, and now, he is just an old man on the verge of death.If it were anyone, it would be hard to believe that the well-known Duke of Wei is now in such a weak state.

This is already the third time in the past two years that Liu Chengyou visited Murong Yanzhao in person. The depth of honor and favor can be seen.As for Emperor Liu, the first two times he was able to greet him with the support of his family, but now, he is powerless.

"My minister is just like a dead tree and stump, decaying and irreversible!" Murong Yanzhao could see it, and the emperor's arrival also made him regain some vitality, and his voice was as old as his appearance, and said: "I have been lying on the sick bed for a few years. , Suffering and tormenting, this time, I feel that my time is approaching, and I can no longer be loyal to His Majesty and serve the court, and please forgive me."

As he said that, the sickness on Murong Yanzhao's face became more intense, and even coughing seemed weak.Seeing this, Liu Chengyou hurriedly said: "Treat yourself if you are sick, why bother to say such unlucky words!"

Most of the time, Emperor Liu is used to being hypocritical. However, in a few moments, facing a few people, he still confesses his heart.The concern for Murong Yanzhao obviously belongs to the latter.

Sensing Emperor Liu's "affection", Murong Yanzhao showed a pale smile again, and said, "Your Majesty, I'm afraid that I really can't make it through this time! People are mortal, so there is nothing to be afraid of! I originally wanted to dictate Posthumous note, farewell to Your Majesty, I am honored to be here today.”

"Okay, Qing, don't say any more, it's better to recover from illness!" For some reason, seeing Murong Yanzhao like this, his eyes became a little hot, and his tone was slightly choked up.

"If you don't talk about it, I'm afraid I won't have another chance." Murong Yanzhao said, with a look of nostalgia in his eyes: "In the first half of my life, although I was famous, I was only confined to the countryside and did nothing. For 36 years, I was fortunate enough to be a brief guide for His Majesty. In this life, the most fortunate thing I feel, and the thing I dare not forget the most, is still being conscripted into the living room by His Majesty back then.

Although the minister is rough and brave, he dare not be called the hero of the general, but he is trusted by His Majesty, and he does not despise him.

In the past 20 years, although he has made few achievements, he has been honored as a meritorious minister of Qianyou, and he is deeply impressed, but he also feels that His Majesty treats his ministers too much and is ashamed."

The more Murong Yanzhao spoke, the more emotional he became, but the pronunciation became more difficult.Liu Chengyou held his hand directly, and said solemnly: "How can I not know about Qing's heart, don't need to say too much, I understand!"

Seeing this, Murong Yanzhao smiled, and finally said: "Your Majesty, the minister's funeral affairs must be kept simple. The descendants of the minister can use them according to their ability. Don't give me too much preferential treatment because of my small achievements."

Because of Murong Yanzhao's health, the monarch and his ministers did not talk for too long, and soon Emperor Liu left.

Walking out of the ward, Liu Chengyou felt very heavy, and even rubbed his eyes subconsciously.Murong Yanzhao also has many sons, but most of them were born after the founding of the country. Except for the eldest son, Murong Deye, who has grown up and has become the governor of Bozhou, the others are all young.

At this time, the one who serves the decoction at home and who can make the decision is the second son Murong Defeng, who is only now.Before leaving, Liu Chengyou patted Murong Defeng on the shoulder, and said softly, "I'm so good at taking care of your father!"

"Yes!" Murong Defeng's tone was also choked with sobs. Of course he knew that his father's death was not long, because Murong Yanzhao had even explained the funeral.

When leaving the Duke of Wei's mansion, Emperor Liu, who seldom showed any expressions of joy or anger, also rarely showed sentimental feelings.Seeing that the emperor was in a bad mood, the attendants were also more cautious.

It is always sad when old ministers wither and old people pass away.As for Liu Chengyou, the last time he was so emotionally unbearable was when King Pu of Yan State passed away.

However, for Wang Pu, Emperor Liu is more of a respect.Murong Yanzhao was not the case. He was a general who followed Emperor Liu from Hedong. Leaving aside his outstanding contributions, his close relationship and affection are very comparable.

When Zhang Yanwei, Marquis of Anding, committed suicide two years ago, Emperor Liu felt a little sad, let alone Murong Yanzhao.Although Emperor Liu has always acted indifferently and appeared indifferent, but this is also divided.

Since resigning from the Ministry of War, Murong Yanzhao has been ill for several years, with ups and downs, and even critical illness a few times, but this time, Emperor Liu knew that he really couldn't make it through, and he would witness another hero, The death of a generation of heroes.

Back in Miyagi, Emperor Liu's mood became more and more serious, and his sad mood was beyond words.Returning to the Long Live Hall, the waiter brought a basin of clean water: "Officials, please wash your hands!"

Seeing this, Liu Chengyou was not that interested, and said casually: "My hands are not dirty!"

The servant replied: "When an official visits a patient, he should cleanse himself of any bad luck."

As soon as his words fell, Emperor Liu became furious. He overturned the basin of clear water with one hand, then stared at the servant, and directed to Yan Tuo, "Pull it down, hit twenty sticks!"

This time, the servant was frightened, and he didn't even know where the emperor's anger came from, so he hurriedly kowtowed and begged for mercy.Seeing Yan Tuo at the side, he commanded people to take him out very skillfully, and ordered the court staff.His expression was tense, but his heart was happy. The servants around the emperor also had competition. The person who was punished had been too active in front of Emperor Liu in the past two years. How could he not be envied by Yan Tuo.

Liu Chengyou sat behind the case, and he was not interested in reading the memorials on the case.Yan Tuo led the people to put away the overturned water basin and clean up the spilled water. Be very careful in your movements and shapes. Warning enough.

Of course, all the palace people were also surprised, after all, Emperor Liu hadn't been this irritable and angry for a long time.

Until the Queen's Talisman arrived, she could understand the scene of the Long Live Hall at a glance.Keeping dignified, he sat down with him. Seeing Emperor Liu's distressed expression, Da Fu touched him gently and asked, "Is Duke Wei seriously ill?"

"Yeah!" Emperor Liu couldn't be angry with the queen, and he didn't resist her actions, so he responded, "I'm afraid it won't last long!"

"Alas!" Hearing this, Dafu couldn't help but sighed, and said, "Tomorrow, I'll go to Yanxia Temple to pray for Duke Wei!"

"Birth, old age, sickness and death, how can we obtain the principles of nature?" Liu Chengyou said, but raised his eyes to look at the big talisman. After all, it was her intention. After thinking about it, she said: "You have a heart!"

"Just look at the officials, don't be too sentimental!" Dafu comforted.

After thinking for a while, Liu Chengyou asked: "Liu Yang's marriage is only for the little lady of Murong's family, what do you think?"

Naturally, Dafu would not have any objections to this, and agreed: "The officials are the ones to decide!"

In fact, as he got older, the prince's marriage also affected the hearts of both inside and outside the court, the government and the public, and the big talisman was mentioned several times.After all, Qin Gong Liu Xu has been married for two years, and Bai's belly is also swollen. In a few months, Emperor Liu's eldest grandson will be born.
In fact, it was difficult to choose a candidate for the crown princess. Emperor Liu had intended to marry the Murong family before, but he had such trivial concerns.Now, if Murong Yanzhao died of illness, then the emperor would have less obstacles to recruit Murong's daughter. After all, Murong Yanzhao's [-]% of its prestige is due to Murong Yanzhao's influence.

Murong Yanzhao's condition deteriorated faster than Emperor Liu imagined, and he died suddenly that very night within a few days.Apparently, the personal visit from the emperor is both an honor, and it is also easy to be "backlashed". If the life is not hard enough, it will be killed
Because of the psychological preparation, Emperor Liu was much calmer about Murong Yanzhao's death, and felt extremely honored about what happened behind him.

Three days after the imperial court was abolished, he presented Zhongshu Ling and the king of Linzi County as gifts, and personally wrote the Shinto inscription for him. This was the first time he had ever done so.

The death of Murong Yanzhao, coupled with the death of Prince Baoguo Wang Jing in the winter of the second year of Kaibao, the 24 heroes of Qianyou, also began to wither.

(End of this chapter)