Han Shizu

Chapter 1542 The board finally fell

Emperor Liu fell asleep again, not only too lazy to get up, but even too lazy to wake up.Although the window lattice tried its best to block the sunlight, the light that penetrated still brightened the bedroom.

This is the Kunming Hall. Emperor Liu visited this hall again last night.This is also a habit. Whenever Emperor Liu encountered any difficult problems or was in a bad mood, he would come to the queen for comfort.

Although the Emperor Liu's favorite in the harem recently was Concubine Zhou Yi the most, but the Empress's place was the softest harbor in Emperor Liu's heart, a place to talk and sustenance, which was difficult for anyone else to compare.

Probably because he couldn't stand being teased by the bright light, Emperor Liu finally opened his eyes, his head was still a little dizzy, and his eyes felt a little uncomfortable. As far as the eye can see, some halos can be seen, and it feels like a world away.

"Are you awake?" The queen's familiar voice rang in her ears.

In the eyes, Empress Fu was sitting on the side of the couch, wearing a thin summer dress, without any temptation of coquettishness, although her hair was simply coiled up, her every move was dignified.

At the age, state, and stage of Emperor Liu and Empress Fu, the physical and passionate exchanges between the two have long since disappeared, and they have paid more attention to spiritual harmony.Of course, it is very realistic that the empress has indeed lost her youth and beauty. When Emperor Liu really had that impulse, there were too many beauties in the palace who were more attractive to him.

"What time is it?" Emperor Liu shook his head and asked awake.

"It's not too late, it's not yet Si time." Fu Hou said softly.

"You are making fun of me." Hearing this, Emperor Liu smiled wryly, and yawned: "Compared to the beginning, I am really more and more lazy. I'm afraid that the complicated state affairs and the mountain of memorials will overwhelm me!"

He yawned again, and Emperor Liu muttered, "Recently, I feel sleepy from time to time, and I can't wake up from a long sleep. Tell me, is there something wrong with my body?"

"You're talking nonsense again!" Hearing what he said, Empress Fu immediately glared, and said, "I also asked Dr. Sun, and according to what he said, you are worrying too much, exhausting your mind and body, and you are so tired recently, you just need to rest rest."

"You can't trust everything the imperial physician says!" Emperor Liu said as if I knew my body well, "It's been a while since I came back from Mount Tai, and I've rested for a while, but there seems to be no relief. I see that these imperial physicians are still I have scruples in my heart, and I dare not speak out about it, and I dare not boldly investigate it.”

Hearing what Emperor Liu said, Empress Fu stared at him with a pair of eyes, and said leisurely: "In my opinion, this is not a physical illness, but a mental illness!"

Emperor Liu suddenly smiled, and waved his hand lightly: "Why are there so many heart troubles!"

Empress Fu didn't argue with her, instead, she summoned two palace maids carrying basins and washing hands, and said, "Let's wash up first!"

Feeling uncomfortable in his mouth, Emperor Liu did not refuse, brushing his teeth and rinsing his mouth under the service of Gong'e.Empress Fu personally squeezed a face towel and handed it to Emperor Liu. After wiping his face, Emperor Liu's spirit improved.

Some people squeezed towels, some people wore shoes, some people combed their hair, and some people wore clothes. These were the simple daily habits of Emperor Liu.It was probably just a meal, and Emperor Liu needed to use his chopsticks. After all, he was not old enough to be fed to his mouth.

When the husband and wife ate, there was no rule of not talking when eating or sleeping, and Empress Fu finally asked, "What troubles have the officials encountered?"

"Ah?" The chopsticks in Emperor Liu's hand paused, and a small piece of bamboo shoots almost fell on the food table. He raised his eyes to look behind the talisman, and said in a daze: "Now the world is peaceful, the government is stable, and there is no harm inside or outside. I'll take care of it, where's the trouble?"

"Is there nothing going on inside and outside? The Dengwen Drum Case is full of uproar. I live in the deep palace, and I have heard about it!" Empress Fu looked at Emperor Liu playfully: "Furthermore, if you have nothing in your heart, why would you think of coming to Kunming Palace? "

Upon hearing this, Emperor Liu immediately said: "Where is this talking? I am the emperor and you are the empress. Can I come to Kunming Palace to see you if I have nothing to do?"

Probably feeling that it was not convincing enough, Emperor Liu added: "From now on, I will come here often."

Empress Fu's focus was naturally not on Emperor Liu's stingy promise, her eyes stayed on his face for a moment, and she asked, "Have you got a better mood after a night's sleep?"

"It's almost there!" Emperor Li blurted out, and then he reacted, a little "annoyed" and said: "Don't worry too much, what can I do, everything is fine!"

After finishing speaking, he buried himself in the bowl of porridge.Seeing its appearance, the queen of the talisman smiled lightly, and said calmly: "I won't ask too many questions, just adjust yourself!"

"Hmm," Emperor Liu responded wholeheartedly.

Regarding the matter of the prince seizing the heir, it is of course impossible for Emperor Liu to explain it clearly to the queen, and it is impossible for the husband and wife to sing in harmony and respect each other as guests.

After all, this involves the country, and more importantly, she is the queen and the mother of the prince. On this point, Emperor Liu can't help but pay more attention to it.

Talking about the prince and Liu Yang, the couple can talk about everything, but it is really inconvenient to talk about the topic of fighting between the princes.And the reason why Emperor Liu came to Kunming Hall was because he had been thinking hard for a long time and was in a bad mood. He subconsciously wanted to find a place of peace of mind and have a good sleep.

Naturally, the effect was somewhat. When leaving the Kunming Hall, Emperor Liu's footsteps were calm, his expression was calm, and a slight smile could even be seen at the corner of his mouth.

Although so far, Emperor Liu still hasn't figured it out, and it's still difficult to come up with a proper solution.In his mind, there is still no conclusion, how to grasp the scale and proportion in this aspect, how to arrange for the princes, and how to ensure the smooth transition and succession of the throne.

However, this is not enough to really keep Emperor Liu trapped in it for a long time. As long as Emperor Liu is still there, everything is still under control.

This is the most important point, not to escape from his control, now that the princes are fighting with each other, he has to deal with it, at least, he can't let it go, and he can't continue to give Liu Xu and other princes the illusion.

In particular, it is absolutely not allowed to use such means as in the Dengwen drum disturbance.When one day, it is possible to use all means to fight for the throne, what else can't be done?

With Emperor Liu's character, he obviously didn't want to see such a situation happen, nor would he allow it.If for this reason, it causes party disputes in the imperial court, affects the interests of the country, and damages the country and the country, then it should be attacked all the more.

Emperor Liu's sense of urgency, or to put it simply, is suspicious, also makes him always think in the worst direction, and under the second premise, he can be more vigilant and prepared.

Liu Xu's matter has been suppressed by Emperor Liu. He was investigating secretly. He can sit back and watch the people criticize Li Fang, and even allow the Dengwen drum case to become a topic of discussion among the people in the market. Rumors such as "All the sons seized the heir apparent" spread.

However, the matter was suppressed, but Liu Xu should be dealt with, at least a warning should be given.Even from the perspective of a father, if the child makes a mistake, he must be educated.

This is, a board from Emperor Liu, maybe it won't be so pleasant, and it's not a simple lecture.

After returning to the Chongzheng Palace, Emperor Liu asked about Liu Xu's whereabouts. Originally, he was planning to go to the palace to hint, but he heard that Liu Xu had gone to pay homage to the late Concubine Geng Chen.

Knowing this, Emperor Liu temporarily gave up the idea of ​​summoning Liu Xu, and later that day, he also went to Concubine Geng Chen's tomb in person, rewarded some Yin rituals, and said something.

When returning to the palace, he didn't get entangled with Liu Xu anymore, but called Zhang Dejun specifically to ask how the matter ended, and Zhang Dejun gave an affirmative answer.Specifically, I only know that including some officials under the Imperial City Department, those involved who seem to have no relationship, such as scholars and merchants, all disappeared in the capital.

Until the end of April, after Xijing's imperial government agencies filled up Tokyo one after another, and the imperial court actually returned to Kaifeng and started operating in a stable manner, Emperor Liu ordered a series of personnel adjustments.

Among them, the most eye-catching one is without a doubt the Cabinet Grand Master.After Li Fang resigned, someone had to replace him. This was an important position connecting Emperor Liu and the Political Affairs Hall. Although the real power attribute was lower, the status was high, the authority was not weak, and there were many people staring at him.

As a result, it was no exception. Lu Yin, the prefect of Kaifeng, was promoted to the throne and formally paid homage to the Prime Minister. This is also the first cabinet scholar to join the Ping Zhang Shi.

In fact, if Lu Yin hadn't delayed his career because of his father's funeral and missed some opportunities, he would have been able to become a prime minister a few years earlier. After all, he was already a Daoist official in less than 40 years old.

Of course, it's not too late now. For Lu Yin, who is not yet 50 years old, this step towards the peak of his career is already stable enough and fast enough.

Among the many personnel adjustments this time, the transfer of King Qin finally attracted some people's attention.The errand of the Li Fan Academy was deprived by Emperor Liu, and he was replaced by Dongping Wang Zhao Kuangzan.

For this, Liu Xu accepted it frankly, and did not express any dissatisfaction or resignation. On the contrary, after he had no errands in the Lifan Academy, he settled down in the palace and focused on educating his children.

(End of this chapter)