Han Shizu

Chapter 1162 Fan Zhi dies, the emperor does not hesitate

In the winter of the fifth year of Kaibao, when a funeral was held in Luoyang, Xijing, there was also a sensational mourning in Kaifeng, Tokyo, which had a greater impact.Therefore, it was Xingguo Gong Fanzhi who failed to survive this winter.

Over the years, many moral gentlemen who conform to the values ​​of the world have emerged in the Great Han Dynasty, and Fan Zhi is one of the representatives.Integrity, honesty, integrity, is a man of integrity and integrity.

But also being strict with self-discipline, Fan Zhi's reputation is much better and more popular than Yan Guogong Wang Pu. The main reason is that Fan Zhi did not force himself to extend himself to others.

Fan Zhi's achievements were mainly concentrated in the first ten years of the Qianyou period, which was a magnificent era, while Fan Zhi was a prime minister for ten years, accompanying Emperor Liu out of the predicament all the way, rectifying the country, and marching towards peaceful reunification.

Although during this process, the conservative Fan Zhi was not always in love with Emperor Liu, there were many conflicts and more disputes, and he was eventually demoted from the imperial court because of his disagreement with his political ideas, but Fan Zhi's political status and achievements were beyond Liu's. The emperor has always recognized that the title of Duke Xingguo is the most obvious recognition.

Even in the later stages of his political career, he still helped Emperor Liu to clean up the atmosphere in Huaixi and stabilize the two rivers.Now that he is gone, the final conclusion is drawn, and Emperor Liu has also given Fan Zhi a fair and noble posthumous name.

Ask Xue Juzheng to write the Shinto inscription, and write the Minister of Rites Liu Wensou to go to the funeral, and let the prince Liu Yang and the third son of the emperor Liu Xi go to hang the sacrifice on their behalf, posthumously give the title of Taishi and Shangshuling, and posthumously name Wensu .

As if reflecting Fan Zhi's incorruptibility, the majestic Xingguo Mansion is also simple, whether it is the gate or the garden, the layout is stingy, even simple.There are too many people who come to express their condolences, and there is not enough space, and even a long queue is required.

However, even if Fan Zhi practiced frugality, the Fan family could not be considered poor.Fan Zhi is not like Liu Wensou, who even refuses the emperor's reward, coupled with the annual Juelu, with his style of housekeeping, Fan's family can live a prosperous life.Because in Tokyo, there are many officials and nobles, high officials and low officials, there are many relatives, and the most eye-catching ones are the two brothers of the prince.

The mourning hall was set up high and the scene was serious. Liu Yang and Liu Xi respectfully worshiped Fan Zhi's coffin under the eyes of many people, intentionally or unintentionally.Then he looked at Fan Min who was standing in front of the coffin in mourning, and Fan Min returned the salute.

Fan Min, about 30 years old, is the only son of Fan Zhi. He looks simple and steady. He is an official and a doctor. He is a talent in finance. He is both civil and military.Without any accident, the one who attacked the Duke of Xingguo must be this person.

"The dead are gone! My condolences!" Liu Yang said to him, "Your Majesty said that Fan Gong is his good teacher and helpful friend, and he will definitely be welcomed into the Pavilion of Heroes!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Fan Min's sad tone showed gratitude.

The Liu Yang brothers did not stay in Fan's mansion for too long. After worshiping, they returned to the palace to return to their orders.No one dared to make noise above the mourning hall, but outside the mourning hall, there were many discussions.

"Go to one of the 24 ministers of Qianyou!" This is someone sighing, not only regretting the death of the virtuous minister, but also reminiscing about the Qianyou era.

Among the 24 ministers of Qianyou, nine of them were civil servants. Now only Wei Renpu, Xue Juzheng, Li Gu, and Li Shaoyou are left. Half of them have died. It has only been five years.

Most people are nostalgic. As time goes by, people who have come from the previous era always have endless emotions about the past, whether it is glory or regret.And Fan Zhi, an iconic figure representing the last era, is also the most likely to arouse people's sighs.

Of course, there are only a few people who miss the past after all, and most people still look forward.Among the discussions, the most noticeable thing is the comparison with the British public funeral in Xijing.

In this world, there will never be a shortage of people who eat melons. This time, they are curious about which one His Majesty the Emperor values ​​more, Chai Rong or Fan Zhi.

Most people were inclined to Chai Rong because he was more powerful, and Chai Rong just died of a father, so Emperor Liu sent the eldest prince to express his condolences in person.But Fan Zhi himself died, but only the prince and Duke Jin were allowed to visit.

Then he talked about Emperor Liu's attitude. You must know that Fan Zhi was in Beijing, and Emperor Liu was unlucky.Some people compare it with Wang Pu, the Duke of Yan. You must know that before Wang Pu died of illness, Emperor Liu visited him personally and expressed his condolences.

But this time, although he was also treated with honor and honor, he stayed in the palace and didn't say anything.This naturally aroused the speculation of the troublemakers, so Fan Zhi's status was lowered by another one.
Of course, there was a reason why Emperor Liu didn't go to Fan's Mansion in person, and the very direct reason was that he was also ill, which was similar to the cause of the Empress's Dafu. , also suffered a certain backlash.

For so many years, it is not that Emperor Liu has never been sick, such as colds, headaches, and brain fever, but this time, it is considered a serious illness, and it is difficult to recover from it.But it's not surprising that this illness came, after all, Emperor Liu suffered too much in the early years.

Emperor Liu, who was rarely seriously ill, suddenly became ill. This is a major event. In order to stabilize the court and avoid people's hearts fluttering, the news was blocked by Emperor Liu. Only a few people knew about it. Many concubines are not clear.

Don't look at the crown prince and the princes of the Zhengshitang supervising the state affairs, but that is when Emperor Liu is watching from behind. Once Emperor Liu suddenly has a problem, it is difficult to avoid twists and turns.

Dafu's illness did not improve quickly, so it was Concubine Gao who served and took care of him in front of the imperial couch.

When Liu Yang and Liu Xi came to return to their lives, Emperor Liu was leaning on a round pillow, and Concubine Gao personally served the medicine, spoonful by spoonful, mouthful by mouthful.It can be clearly seen that Emperor Liu appeared to be much weaker, and he did not deliberately try to be brave, showing his spirited appearance.

"It's a pity! I didn't get to see Fan Zhi for the last time and send him off!" After listening to the report, Emperor Liu sighed.

After pondering for a while, Emperor Liu ordered again: "On the day of the funeral, attend on my behalf!"

"Yes!"

"Where's Liu Fang?" Emperor Liu asked.

Liu Yang replied: "The Ministry of War checks the military registration, and the fourth brother is busy with it!"

"En!" After answering, Emperor Liu said: "Fan Zhi's knee, let Fan Min be the son!"

"Exactly!" Liu Yang replied: "Mr. Fan's heirs are really weak. The only son, Fan Min, and the only grandson, Fan Yisun, are eight years old!"

"In this way, the bloodline is considered weak!" Emperor Liu sighed.

Liu Xi said: "Fan Gong still has two servants, Fan Xi and Fan Gao!"

Hearing this, Emperor Liu still thought about it, and said to Liu Yang: "For the descendants of the Fan family, you should investigate it. If it is suitable and can be promoted, then promote it."

"Yes!"

"Retire!" Emperor Liu waved his hand.

The two brothers resigned, and Emperor Liu seemed to be a little weaker again, looking very tired.Concubine Gao Guifei thought that he was saddened by Fan Zhi's death, so she persuaded him: "Everyone is mortal, so the officials don't need to be too sentimental, you should take care of your health!"

Looking at Concubine Gao, she can be said to be in her mid-mature, her style is still there, but aging is still irreversible.Emperor Liu said: "How can I not know, these years, too many people have left, and I'm used to it."

"What I feel deeply is that I am also old, and this disease also comes suddenly without warning. If one day, I will also"

Not daring to let Emperor Liu finish his sentence, Concubine Gao interrupted him very seriously: "Don't say that, the officials, you are in the prime of life, and the imperial physician also said that you are overburdened, as long as you take good care of yourself, there will be no big problems. in the way."

As she spoke, Concubine Gao continued to pour the soup into Emperor Liu's mouth.He said that in his mouth, but Emperor Liu still obediently took the medicine, even if it didn't taste good.

This time, Emperor Liu felt it again. After all, he was not the energetic young man who could stay up all night. He was nearly forty years old, and he really couldn't stand the excessive toss.

"This five-year treasure opening is not going well!" After holding back for a while, Emperor Liu uttered a sentence, as if venting.

Hearing this, Concubine Gao Gui couldn't help but suggest: "Why don't you hold a happy event to bring bad luck?"

"Liu Xi is almost nineteen, and he can indeed get married!" Emperor Liu looked at Gao.

"The officials are wise!" The imperial concubine smiled.

"Do you have a fancy candidate?" Emperor Liu asked.

"The little lady of Princess Yongning's family is also in her [-]th year, and she is not yet married. Look, do you want to get closer?" Gao Guifei said.

Hearing this, Emperor Liu frowned slightly, his age and status were suitable, but this belonged to close relatives, but Emperor Liu could not use this reason to refuse.

After thinking about it, he sighed and said, "You can discuss it with your sister. If they agree, I have no objection."

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