Han Shizu

Chapter 733 This winter is unusual

In Shulan Palace, after a long time, Liu Chengyou was lucky enough to visit the pregnant concubine Zhou Shu. "Empress of the Great Zhou" has been pregnant for nearly eight months now, her belly is round, and she looks a lot richer, but she can't hide her beauty, but there is always a little sadness between her fair face, even if the emperor is lucky, she is in joy There is also a little resentment.

The catkin stretched out her wrist, and the old doctor took the pulse carefully, stood up and backed up, bowed her body, and said to the imperial concubine: "Ms. Concubine Shu's pulse is normal and the fetus is fine, but she is restless and needs to be relieved." , the old minister will prescribe another anti-fetal medicine.”

"Get back!" Liu Chengyou waved his hand.

The waning feeling between Mrs. Zhou's jade face is also less. However, seeing the melancholy condensed between her eyebrows, which seems to be lingering, Liu Chengyou can't help but sigh, and stretch out his hand to stroke her gently, wanting to soothe her melancholy. Average.

Liu Chengyou can also understand his performance. After all, he is a pregnant woman, and his emotions are always unstable. Perhaps because of his personal values ​​and the constraints of the palace rules, he did not show too much excitement.But that kind of deep palace women's resentment is still a bit pitiful.

Back then, when she first entered the Han Palace, Mrs. Zhou was still a romantic girl who longed for love. Now that the most lively youth has passed away, she has gotten used to the life in the Han Palace, but after getting used to it, she gradually became numb, just like other concubines. I can expect the emperor to give me a little favor once in a while, and then start the long and lonely wait again.

Compared with the empress and several other concubines, concubine Zhou Shu was not favored. For her, Liu Chengyou was tired after experiencing the initial pleasure of "collecting".What she is good at and what she likes are not what Liu Chengyou is interested in.But only in terms of appearance, Concubine Zhou Shu could not gain much advantage, and the same beauty was not enough to interest the emperor.

In addition, Liu Chengyou is also a workaholic, and there is not much time left for the harem, and the empress and the others are not enough. What about Concubine Zhou Shu, who was taught by her father to keep a low profile?
At this time, feeling Liu Chengyou's warm touch, the slightly rough touch was very clear, and Mrs. Zhou's pretty face gradually turned red.

Noticing the crimson color on his face, Liu Chengyou said in a rare emotional tone: "You heard what the imperial physician said just now. You are depressed, which is not good for the fetus in the womb. I see that you are sad, do you have any? What is difficult to relieve? If you have any difficulties, tell me. I come here once in a while, just smile!"

"The official family is concerned, and the concubine has nothing to do. I just feel lonely because of the deep winter day!" Hearing the question, Mrs. Zhou replied softly.

And, taking advantage of the situation, she leaned gently into Liu Chengyou's arms, raised her head, and showed him a smile.It's just that smile, obviously a bit forced.

Holding Mrs. Zhou's plump waist lightly, Liu Chengyou said in a warm voice: "I know that since you became pregnant, I have cared less for you. However, the world is at a critical time, and the atmosphere of the big man is getting stronger. I have to I devote most of my energy to military and national affairs. Please forgive me if I wrong you.

Hey, that's all, I will use those high-sounding words to comfort you.Although I am the emperor, I have a lot of worries, and the palace is not a place of peace, and it is difficult to give you love, so I can only try to be as peaceful and stable as possible with you."

What Liu Chengyou said was a bit scumbag, even the sweet words were not perfunctory, and even completely broke the only thought left in Mrs. Zhou's heart, but it was honest enough.

Leaning in his arms, smelling the smell of the emperor, Mrs. Zhou seemed to have a little mist in her eyes, but a smile appeared on the corner of her mouth: "When the officials are free, they can still think of me. I am already satisfied. How dare I ask for more?" ?”

Hearing what she said, Liu Chengyou kissed her on the forehead and said, "I will come and see you more often from now on!"

With a beauty in my arms, I can't do other things, but I can still seek peace.It's a pity that the two didn't cuddle together for long, and Zhang Dejun was disappointed when he entered the room: "Officials, there seems to be something important to report to Zhao Chengzhi in the Chongzheng Palace!"

Wen Yan frowned, and looked at Mrs. Zhou apologetically. After being comforted by the man, the little lady's mood has improved a little, and she smiled softly: "The official family is busy with state affairs, and return to the palace. If there is an urgent matter, don't delay Already!"

Liu Chengyou was not hypocritical, he patted her on the shoulder, got up and wanted to leave, after a few steps, he turned around, looked at Mrs Zhou, and said: "I think your sad face is hard to let go, which is not good for raising a baby, and this Shulan Palace is also a bit deserted Now, I have specially ordered your mother and sister to enter the palace to accompany you more, not only for narration, but also for easy care!"

Feeling the emperor's care, Mrs. Zhou finally showed her face, her spirit seemed to be a little better, and she responded with a smile: "Thank you, the official family!"

After Liu Chengyou left, the beauty's pale jade lips were slightly pursed, and she was a little lost in thought. She slowly put her hands on her protruding belly and stroked it carefully. The corners of her mouth gradually evoked a smile, and she seemed much calmer.No matter what, it's always a good thing to be pregnant, regardless of gender, you will have sustenance in the palace in the future, so you won't be so lonely
On Liu Chengyou's side, he went back to Chongzheng Hall, found Zhao Wei and immediately asked, "What happened, it has been reported to Shulan Hall!"

Zhao Wei looked a little heavy, and said respectfully: "Your Majesty, Zizhou has reported that Duke Jing died of illness during the funeral!"

"What!" Liu Chengyou raised his eyebrows, almost didn't stand up directly, his tone was a little anxious: "What's going on?"

"Jing Gong has been overworked in government affairs for many years, and his body has chronic diseases. This time, when his father died, he returned east in a hurry to take care of the funeral. He was very mournful, exhausted physically and mentally, and he suffered from severe winter. He finally fell ill!" Zhao said. Hu said.

"What is the local government doing? Jing Fan fell ill, why didn't he seek medical treatment?" Liu Chengyou's tone was already a little angry.

Zhao Wei explained: "Zizhou reported that Duke Jing was ill, and a famous doctor was dispatched urgently. Zhizhou also came to visit him in person. However, Duke Jing's condition was very serious.

Hearing what he said, Liu Chengyou couldn't help closing his eyes, took a deep breath, and a lot of complicated thoughts emerged in his mind. A few days ago, he even mentioned Jing Fan, and hearing the news again, it was actually bad news.

With a little sentimentality on his face, Liu Chengyou's low tone was a little unsteady: "Why is the sky so ruthless, I lost a good minister of the country!"

"Your Majesty, my condolences!" Zhao Xi comforted in a low voice.

Slowed down, Liu Chengyou raised his finger: "Zhao Wei, record!"

"Yes!"

Liu Chengyou sighed and ordered: "Three days after the abolition of the dynasty, pursue the Duke of Jingfan Changshan County, eat five hundred, increase the rank of Shang Shuling, and use his eldest son to inherit the title. Write the government office of Zizhou, build a temple and erect a monument in his hometown, and assist Take care of the funeral. In addition, the Imperial Academy will write an inscription on Shinto for him, remembering his meritorious deeds and character!"

The cold winter wind continuously infiltrated through the gaps in the palace, and drilled into Liu Chengyou's heart, making him feel cold.Hearing the news of the funeral, Liu Chengyou was really sad in his heart. Unfortunately, many veterans have passed away over the years, but only Jing Fan made him feel this degree of sadness.

Even when his father-in-law Gao Xingzhou passed away, he was never so sad.However, to Liu Chengyou's surprise, Jing Fan's death was just the beginning. Since November 11, the successive funeral reports made him overwhelmed.

On November 11, Taiyuan Prefecture reported that Zheng Renjiao, the Duke of Taigu County who was recuperating in his hometown, died of illness.

On November 11, He Ning, Shangshu of the Ministry of Rites, died of illness, and his son dedicated his posthumous work "Suspected Prison Collection".

On November 11, Zhao Hui, Duke of Shan State, died of illness in Luoyang.

On November 11, in Luoyang, Shi Kuangyi, Duke of Jing, died of illness.

On December 12, Luoyang played, and Liu Ci, the Duke of Guangping County, died of illness.

Reports of funerals spread frequently, and the entire month of November was basically spent in the "abolition of the dynasty" and Liu Chengyou's bestowal.Even, if it wasn't for these heroes and veterans, Liu Chengyou would have suspected that someone was assassinating his heroes.These people, before being adopted, were all important figures in the Han Dynasty, and they died collectively
As a result, rumors spread everywhere, and some even directly speculated that the emperor wanted to kill the heroes. Regarding this, Liu Chengyou, who was in a bad mood, directly ordered a rectification operation in Tokyo City.

The officers of Wu Desi and Kaifeng Mansion went out together and arrested more than [-] people.In recent years, the imperial court has relaxed a lot of control over public opinion and speech, which made many people lose their sense of awe and dare to talk about anything.

But this time, it was rare for Liu Chengyou to be violent. Those who were arrested, after being screened, had malicious speculations and comments, and they were all beheaded for the crime of deceiving the emperor.All of a sudden, more than 100 heads fell to the ground, making the people of Tokyo feel the tyranny and darkness of the centralized monarchy.

Compared with Tokyo, the situation in Luoyang is even more serious. In order to stop the rumors, Wang Yan, who stayed behind in Xijing, also took a ruthless hand, killing more than 200 people, killing first and then playing, and after that, he was clean.
(End of this chapter)