Han Shizu

Chapter 1732 Emperor Liu's Response
In the early spring night, it was as cold as water. After visiting Concubine Gao, Emperor Liu came out of the Yaohua Palace and strolled through the palace in Tokyo.In the quiet and straight corridor, two beautiful palace maids are carrying palace lanterns, leading the way gracefully, and the soft lights reflect figures.

Emperor Liu walked like a car, his movements were natural, and he looked relaxed. His attention was not on the magnificent palace buildings around him. He was tired of looking at these things for a long time. Of course, he couldn't see anything at night.

Yan Tuo and Zhang Dejun, the two most powerful and famous eunuchs in the Han court, followed Emperor Liu step by step.Zhang Dejun has changed his name. After the death of his adoptive father, he resumed his original surname Wang, renewed his family tree, and even found an ancestor for himself, the Taiyuan Wang family.

Moreover, the name change to Zhang Dejun was also made on the table, asking Emperor Liu to give him a name. Considering the years of love between master and servant and Zhang Dejun's contributions, Emperor Liu bestowed the name of succession.However, Zhang Dejun made another statement later, sincerely expressing that his honor today is entirely due to the favor of the official family, so he changed his name to Ji'en.

Therefore, the name of the Imperial City Envoy is now Wang Ji'en, and when others call him wrong, he will get angry and even curse and reprimand him.Of course, Emperor Liu still habitually called him Zhang Dejun, and he had another attitude towards this. In Wang Jien's words, no matter what his surname was, he was a loyal servant of the government.

Regarding Wang Jien's performance of "loyalty and respect", although Emperor Liu felt a little ridiculous, he still felt good in his heart, this eunuch was always so caring.At the same time, there is always a feeling of deja vu to the name "Wang Jien".

At this time, wandering in the night, slowly walking towards the Chongzheng Hall, Emperor Liu listened to Wang Jien's report with his hands behind his back with great interest.

"The prince has worked really hard these past few years. It's not easy. He is busy with political affairs on weekdays and rarely has time to spare. Going out for a stroll has turned into observing the people's sentiments!" Emperor Liu said softly with a smile on his lips.

Judging from Emperor Liu's attitude, he was obviously very satisfied with the prince's performance of being close to the people.At least, Liu Yang is practicing his will and following his teachings. After all, Emperor Liu has said more than once that he cannot govern the country in memorials, the emperor cannot be trapped in the palace, and his vision cannot be restricted by the palace walls and the court. Walk around and have a look.

Seeing that Emperor Liu was in a good mood, Wang Ji'en also complimented: "His Royal Highness has been diligent in government and caring for the people for more than ten years. It is really admirable to inspect it personally and get the teachings of the officials."

Hearing this, Emperor Liu immediately said: "What you have done is worthy of recognition. I am getting older now, and I can't walk anymore. It's good if he can go out for me to see more, and he will be a filial piety!"

"The official's body is healthy, and he can travel thousands of miles of rivers and mountains. Why do he say he is old?" Yan Tuo refused to lag behind Wang Ji'en, and also started the mode of flattery.

Emperor Liu smiled, waved his hands and said: "You don't have to show your clever words in front of me. How can I not know my body?"

After saying this, Yan Tuo couldn't help showing embarrassment.However, compliments and flattery cannot be short-lived. He has served Emperor Liu for so many years, and he also knows that if he follows Emperor Liu and says that he is old, then he will definitely not be happy in his heart. It is his instinct to seek advantages and avoid disadvantages, which is more important Yan Tuo understood it very well.

"You pick some supplements from the palace, send them to the prince, and bring them greetings for me, and let him pay more attention to his health!" Emperor Liu turned his head and ordered to Yantuo.

"Yes!"

"Go now!" Regardless of whether it was late or not, Emperor Liu demanded.

Although he really wanted to continue to serve Emperor Liu, especially when Wang Jien was there, but Yan Tuo dared to disobey Emperor Liu's order, saluted and reluctantly left.

Similarly, for Wang Ji'en, Yan Tuo's departure was equivalent to the loss of an eye-catching person, so as not to affect him being alone with the officials. He was in a good mood, and there was even a little imperceptible smile on the corner of his mouth.

"The prince is out on patrol today, and you have investigated all the dirty things you have observed?" With a smile on his face, Emperor Liu asked with a touch of majesty in his words.

It is Wang Jien's instinct to observe the appearance, and when he saw this, he immediately paid a little bit of caution, saying: "The subordinates have been watching, and they will definitely not let go of those law-breaking thieves!"

However, Emperor Liu's focus is obviously not on this aspect, but he said leisurely: "What are the responsibilities of the Imperial City Secretary?"

Hearing this, Wang Jien's heart almost rose to his throat, lowered his eyelids, and respectfully said: "Open your eyes and ears for His Majesty, spy out ministers, and prick public opinion."

"You remember it very clearly!" Emperor Liu said indifferently, "Then why, the matter reported just now has never been reported before? Isn't this the voice of the market, the public opinion in Tokyo? These things require the prince to go out in person Only by wandering around can you notice, then what are you people from the Imperial City Department doing?"

Emperor Liu's words were plain, but to Wang Jien, it was a great shock, his fair face flushed with blush, he didn't try to refute, and directly pleaded guilty: "It's a small dereliction of duty, please forgive me from the officials! "

"Hehe!" Emperor Liu chuckled and said, "Since you have neglected your duties, you should be punished. How do you think I should punish you?"

Wang Jien became more nervous, but still gritted his teeth, and said solemnly: "But according to the official's handling, the little one will never complain!"

"Of course I don't dare to complain. If I don't accept it in my heart, how will I know?" Emperor Liu asked.

Hearing this, Wang Ji'en immediately expressed determination: "Young man, I am wholeheartedly devoted to the officials, and I am willing to express my heart and mind to show my sincerity!"

Emperor Liu smiled: "You don't have to say it so tragically, it's not like that."

"The little one would rather die than let the officials down!" Wang Ji'en's voice choked up, and he was on the verge of tears.

Waving his hand, Emperor Liu said slowly, "Looks like last time, your Imperial City Division's rectification was not in place."

Affected by Wude Division's change last year, Huangcheng Division failed to please, and was ordered by Emperor Liu to purge, but Wang Jien had previously left the rectification work to himself.

But now, Emperor Liu has seized the handle again, and it is obviously impossible to get through it easily.Before Wang Jien recovered from his worries, Emperor Liu said again: "I will arrange a deputy for you to help you rectify your life!"

This is to be mixed with sand, Wang Jien suddenly had such an idea in his heart, although 1 people were not happy, but he didn't dare to hesitate in his attitude, he cupped his hands and said: "Thank you, the officials, for their concern, and I will definitely cooperate with all my strength!"

"Listen, this is insincere if you think about it!" Emperor Liu laughed.

"Small dare not!"

"What do you think of the servant Zhang Bin?" Emperor Liu said indifferently.

"Very good!" Wang Jien replied very simply.

Of course, his mind was spinning rapidly, thinking about the origin of this person.Zhang Bin is one of the four permanent servants of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, in charge of some trouble-saving functions. Although he is not as good as Yan Tuo and Wang Jien, he can be regarded as a great eunuch in the palace. The key is that he can often see Emperor Liu.

As far as Wang Jien is concerned, he is more concerned about his relationship with Zhang Bin. After thinking about it, he found that there was no deep communication in the past, and there were no conflicts, but it was within the acceptable range.

Of course, it would be best not to have this transfer appointment, but Emperor Liu made the decision, and Wang Jien didn't dare to disobey it.What really worries him is that the officials seem to have the intention of restraining the Imperial City Secretary, and that's all. Does the sign revealed behind it mean that the officials no longer trust him as much as before?

Thinking about it carefully, Wang Jien was a little worried about his gains and losses, and his uneasiness was palpable, even in front of Emperor Liu, he couldn't help but lose his mind.

Emperor Liu ignored him and continued, "You should continue to collect these things about the people in Tokyo. I'd like to hear them too."

Suppressing the uneasiness in his heart, Wang Jien hurriedly said: "Yes!"

"Also, I will keep an eye on the malpractices that the crown prince has observed and follow-up matters, and I am also very curious about how it will develop." Emperor Liu said indifferently: "Liu Jichang, as the prefect of the government, he has been too comfortable in the past year. After this incident, you can also see if it is of any use to people.”

(End of this chapter)