Han Shizu

Chapter 1587 Between misfortune and fortune
As the only son of Concubine Shu, the Seventh Prince Wu Gong and Liu Hui hurried into the palace as soon as he heard the news, but no matter how fast he walked, even if he was riding a horse, he could not see his mother for the last time. See Concubine Shu off.

"Father, my mother..." Liu Hui rushed over panting, not caring for a moment's rest, seeing Emperor Liu walking out of Shulan Palace in silence, his voice choked up, and he asked nervously.

Liu Hui is almost 20 years old. With the good genes inherited from his mother, coupled with the refined temperament he cultivated since he was a child, he has become more and more personable. Because he has been honed in the Forbidden Army for the past two years, his body has become more masculine, and his skin There are also more healthy colors.

He was not angry because of Liu Hui's late arrival. Looking at this son with a concubine-like air between his brows, Emperor Liu sighed softly, raised his hand and patted him on the back, and said in a low voice, "Go and see Look at your mother, send her for the last time!"

Even though he had a premonition, when the bad news really came, Liu Hui felt as if he had been struck by lightning, his eyes turned red, and he hurriedly walked towards the Shulan Hall. Regardless, he staggered and ran in, and soon, amidst the crying, Liu Hui's heart-piercing mourning also sounded.
Emperor Liu didn't stay in Shulan Hall, he walked back to Chongzheng Hall with heavy steps, his face was gloomy, his body seemed to be covered with a thick cloud that couldn't be dispelled, and the palpitations flashed in his eyes from time to time.

Yan Tuo was trembling, and followed step by step. Seeing that Emperor Liu was in a heavy mood, he hesitated for a while, but carefully comforted him: "Concubine Shu has already gone, please mourn the officials, don't be too sad, it's important to take care of your body!"

"My condolences! My condolences?" Hearing this, Emperor Liu didn't appreciate it, turned his head and scolded angrily, "What do you know about sadness? You don't have a woman, and you don't have a dead woman!"

Startled by Emperor Liu's temper, Yan Tuo shuddered, bowed his head and dared not speak any more, Emperor Liu, who was in a bad mood, didn't know what to say, at this time, it's better to shut up.

However, on the other hand, it's good to let the officials vent, but it's not good to keep it in your heart.Not seeing any relaxation in his footsteps, Emperor Liu stopped suddenly, causing Yan Tuo who was following him almost to stagger.

Emperor Liu raised his eyes, and saw that in this palace, there were still some ribbons and decorations from the Mid-Autumn Festival hanging everywhere in the palace. Still bright and festive.

Seeing the red colors everywhere, Emperor Liu's eyes seemed to be reddened, and he said in a stern tone: "Take all these things away from me!"

"Yes! I will arrange it immediately!" Yan Tuo hurriedly said.

After venting for a while, although Emperor Liu was still in a bad mood, the mood of wanting to eat people finally subsided gradually.

Back at the Chongzheng Palace, Emperor Liu thought of something, and ordered: "Go and find Zhang Dejun for me!"

On the side of the Chongzheng Palace, Ji Guogong and the scholar Xue Juzheng were in office, and the news of Concubine Shu's death spread quickly. In this moment, the huge Bian Palace had already spread, and it was even spreading outside the palace. .

Naturally, Xue Juzheng had also heard about it. Seeing Emperor Liu's expressionless return, Xue Juzheng could not help but carefully comfort him, wishing him condolences.It is also comforting, naturally he is not as rude to the servants around him as Xue Juzheng, but he still expresses his gratitude politely.

"Xue Qing, draw up an imperial edict and announce the news of Concubine Shu's death!" Emperor Liu ordered Xue Juzheng.

"Yes!" Although Xue Juzheng felt that it was a little too grand to issue an edict specially for a concubine in the harem, but at this time he did not dare to have any objections, therefore, he agreed happily and there was no need to be troublesome.

"Also! It is said that your history, Xue Gong, is like a knife. I will write a biography for Concubine Shu in person, and write a Shinto inscription to describe Concubine Shu's character and integrity clearly, so that future generations will know that Concubine Shu was alive. His talent and demeanor!" Emperor Liu said again.

Hearing this, Xue Juzheng frowned slightly, asking him, a minister of the Zhu Kingdom, to write a biography for a Concubine Shu with his pen of Spring and Autumn, he seemed to be a little psychologically disturbed.However, looking at Emperor Liu, Xue Juzheng should still be.

"Also!" Emperor Liu noticed Xue Juzheng's reaction, his tone was low, and he said in a special caring tone: "I know the style of you historians. When you write a biography for Concubine Shu, you must have a name and a surname. Write me something like 'Shu Concubine Zhou Shi, I don't know who she is'!"

Hearing this decree, Xue Juzheng felt a little uncomfortable, and wanted to bite the bullet and argue a few words, but under Emperor Liu's extremely oppressive eyes, he could only say helplessly: "I understand!"

Seeing that Xue Juzheng didn't talk too much, Emperor Liu looked away in satisfaction, waved his hand, and signaled him to back away.However, after Xue Juzheng stepped down, he couldn't help scolding: "You are really stubborn, the older you get, the more stubborn you are!"

When I was alone, the grief for Concubine Zhou Shu hit my heart again, that feeling was a little uncomfortable, and it was still difficult to get rid of that sad atmosphere.

Not only because of Concubine Shu's death, but also because he realized that not only he was getting old, but those close to him were also getting old and fading.Among the concubines, Concubine Shu is not the oldest. Over the years, there have been many meritorious officials passing away, which has caused him a lot of grief, but he has never felt so deeply like this time.

The last time that was unforgettable was the last Concubine Shu, the late Concubine Geng Chen, but at that time he was still young, and his mind was more focused on military, political and state affairs. All right.As for the death of Mrs. Huarui, it is an exception, after all, there is no emotional basis.

When Emperor Liu was immersed in his sorrow, Zhang Dejun hurried over from the Imperial City Department. He probably understood the reason why Emperor Liu called him.

"Officials!" Maintaining the humility of a servant, Zhang Dejun also saluted cautiously.

Looking at Zhang Dejun, Emperor Liu asked directly: "How is the investigation on the situation of the Zhou family?"

The crimes involving the royal relatives and relatives have always been secretly monitored and investigated by the Imperial City Department. Before that, Emperor Liu received some reports about the violation of the law and bullying by the Zhou family, especially in the Yangzhou case, which was also implicated. Zhou clan, so Zhang Dejun sent someone to investigate.

Sure enough, Zhang Dejun, who had already prepared the manuscript, reported respectfully: "I would like to report to the officials. After investigation, the members of the Zhou clan in Gyeonggi are still very responsible, and Zhou Fang, the minister of concierge, is still strictly forbidden to run the family. The family style is clean and good. , there is no overstepping.

Those who have acted inappropriately are still some members of the Zhou clan in Yangzhou. They are all from distant branches and remote houses. They are local big clans.

Listening to the report, Emperor Liu's gloomy expression did not change at all. After pondering for a while, he quickly made a decision, saying: "The investigation of the Zhou family should be limited to Yangzhou, and Zhou Fang and the others should not be involved!"

Zhou Fang is the grandson of Zhou Zong, who was adopted to preside over the Zhou family. Although he failed to inherit the title due to the establishment of the system, his property, fame, and political resources were all inherited. The sisters are in the palace, even if Da Zhou falls out of favor, but Xiao Zhou is still there, Zhou's favor will last forever.

Zhang Dejun's thoughts are so clear, of course he understands Emperor Liu's intentions, he is unwilling to go into it, otherwise, if something goes wrong with the Zhou family in Yangzhou, how can the main family in Gyeonggi not be affected.Concubine Zhou Shu's death was unintentionally saved the Zhou family from disaster and turmoil.

After pondering for a while, Emperor Liu ordered someone to summon Lu Mengzheng, who had been appointed as a cabinet scholar, and directly ordered: "You draw up an imperial edict, and bestow the first-class earl of Haiyang on Zhou Fang, the minister of ceremonies!"

Lu Mengzheng hesitated, bowed his hands and asked for instructions: "Your Majesty, in what name?"

"What kind of name?" Emperor Liu didn't understand Lu Mengzheng's hint, and his tone couldn't help being somewhat aggressive, "Concubine Shu gave birth to a pair of children, is this enough reason?"

This is of course angry words, but Lu Mengzheng stopped talking too much, and responded obediently: "Yes!"

(End of this chapter)