Han Shizu

Chapter 734

The north wind was blowing, bringing waves of cold waves, which seemed to seal the city of Kaifeng in ice, and the three consecutive days of heavy snow came to an end. The inside and outside of the city were covered with a thick layer of white, which was a bit dazzling.

In the city, in the streets, in front of the buildings, and on the eaves, the people of Kaifeng endured the cold weather and cleaned up the snow, as if they wanted to sweep away the cold surrounding them.

The Kaifeng city in the winter of the eighth year of Qianyou was not colder than in previous years, but it was a little more sad. There was a tinge of blood in the paleness, and the atmosphere of the whole city was oppressive, just like the gloomy sky.

The restaurants and restaurants in the various cities are still lively, and the strong wine and hot food are still enjoyed by the working people.It's just that compared to usual, there are more restraints in chatting, and some taboo things are tactfully kept silent, so as not to be reported by others.

There are bloody lessons first, and latecomers should always pay attention to their own heads, and chop off with a knife, but it will be settled once and for all, and there will be no grievances to sue.

"How's the atmosphere in the Tokyo market these days?" In the Long Live Hall, Liu Chengyou looked grave, and greeted Li Chongju who was below.

"After the previous rectification, the folk atmosphere has changed drastically, and there is no one in the market who dares to talk or speculate!" Li Chongju said.

Gently nodded, under the white terror, no one dared to commit crimes against the wind, it is conceivable that Kaifeng will be much "cleaner" in the future.At the same time, Liu Chengyou couldn't help but feel that it's no wonder that the monarchs prefer the policy of ignoring the people. For the court, the honest and lowly people are the most suitable objects of rule. They care more about their own livelihood than discussing politics and talking about the world. I care more about firewood, rice, oil and salt, and my parents are short-sighted.

As for what the emperor was doing and who died in the court, it didn't matter much to them.It's the same with this turmoil. Those who really "discuss current affairs" among the market and set off public opinion are those who have some status, some property, and some knowledge.

But these people, the bad influence brought about is to confuse the foolish people at the bottom of Tokyo. Listening to the wind is like rain, and watching the excitement is a kind of nature, and so are the foolish people, so that the arrangement of "Death of the Hero" is more ambiguous. There are many stories and legends, and it is also easy to attract people.

In any era, freedom of public opinion has a bottom line, and in the era of centralized monarchy, there is no need to mention the word "freedom".As an emperor who has completely completed evolution (assimilation), facing this kind of challenge to his authority and reputation, he will only brutally suppress it without mercy, without any wavering or discomfort.

"Let's end this matter here!" Liu Chengyou thought for a while, and then ordered: "In addition, this turmoil is not small, and Wu Desi still needs to secretly investigate whether there are secret operations by the enemy country or people with ulterior motives stirring up trouble !"

"Yes!"

In response, Li Chongju took out a memorial and presented it: "Your Majesty, this is the investigation of the Gyeonggi Inspectorate. Several bureaucrats used this to frame innocent people and steal private property."

In this regard, Liu Chengyou seemed very calm. Whenever there is turmoil, there will always be people who take the opportunity to make trouble and use power for personal gain. This is probably because of human nature.From Liu Chengyou's point of view, this kind of thing is also normal, and it basically can't cause any disturbance in his heart. He is so high above that he doesn't even bother to pay more attention.

"These treacherous officials are even more hateful because of fate!" However, the attitude had to be corrected, and Liu Chengyou said calmly and angrily: "As soon as the evidence of the crime is found, hand it over to Kaifeng Mansion, and let Li Gu investigate and deal with it!"

At the end of November, Li Gu officially returned to Beijing to take over the affairs of Kaifeng Mansion.

"Yes!"

"In addition, Duke Dai's condition has worsened!" Li Chongju said again in a slightly lower voice, cautious.

Sure enough, after saying this, Liu Chengyou's expression became gloomy, and water almost condensed on his face.Since this winter, the great man has passed away too many important heroes. Judging from Li Chongju's words, Liu Chengyou has a faint feeling that it is the turn of Dai Guogong again.

Who is the Duke of Dai, the grandfather of the Concubine Zhexian, the former privy envoy, and the vassal of Leizhen, even if he does not mention the status of his relatives, his own achievements to the Han court are worthy of special mention, and Liu Chengyou also received it from the heart. respect.

"I know!" Sighing, Liu Chengyou said.

After pondering for a while, Liu Chengyou turned his head towards Zhang Dejun: "Notify the imperial medical office, send the imperial physician to live in the Daigong's mansion, check it from time to time, and must do his best to treat the Daigong!"

"Little understand!"

This time, Liu Chengyou's emotions were not as excited as before, and he did not issue strict orders to the imperial doctors to threaten his life.Birth, old age, sickness and death are the normal state of human beings and the principles of nature. If you try your best, it will be difficult to undo it, so there is no need to force it too much.

Of course, Liu Chengyou may not have gotten used to the sadness of this winter.

"Also, try to hide the illness of the daigong from Qiuhua Palace as much as possible. Concubine Zhe is pregnant, so don't affect her pregnancy!" Liu Chengyou instructed Zhang Dejun again.

"Yes!"

However, the development of affairs often follows Murphy's Law. On that night, Liu Chengyou received the news that Dai Guogong Zhe Congruan's condition deteriorated, the high fever persisted, and he vomited blood and fainted.
In the morning of the next day, Liu Chengyou got up late. During this period of time, he basically let go of the government affairs to the Zhengshitang, and issued an edict that the Chongzheng Palace would assist in the management of the government affairs.Originally, the Chongzheng Palace was just taking shelter of the emperor and serving as a counselor for maintenance.However, from December of the eighth year of Qianyou, the system of the two halls of the Han Dynasty "Chongzheng-Guangzheng" working together was formally established.

This is the embodiment of the imperial power and the power of the prime minister, and the further the imperial power grows, the power of the prime minister is suppressed and weakened in essence.Although state affairs were still dominated by the Guangzheng Palace, the Chongzheng Palace also had the power to speak out, and those bachelors, Lang officials, especially the bachelor Chengzhi, had truly become lowly and powerful positions.

It was very cold in the morning and winter, and standing in front of the slightly empty and cold Long Live Hall added a bit of chill.Wearing a fox robe on his body, Liu Chengyou stood quietly in the cold wind, his simply combed hair kept blowing, looking at the bleak palaces, imperial steps, and towers, a little lost in thought.

A drop of dew fell and hit Liu Chengyou's forehead. The soaking coolness made him shiver.Seeing Zhang Dejun at the side, he was startled, and hurriedly took out a silk handkerchief to wipe it for him, but was blocked by Liu Chengyou.

Brushing it with his hands, Liu Chengyou looked down at the water stains in his hands, and suddenly asked, "What day is today?"

Zhang Dejun said: "Go back to the official's house, December 12th in the summer calendar."

"This winter is finally coming to an end!" Liu Chengyou sighed faintly, full of melancholy.

At this time, there was a rush of footsteps, and Liu Chengyou could almost feel the panting breath.Looking back, he saw Concubine Zhe walking with her stomach full of worry, and the two maids beside her anxiously followed, trying to help her, but they couldn't keep up.

Seeing her expression and behavior, Liu Chengyou's heart skipped a beat. He immediately went up to meet her, supported her, and said, "The rain and snow are still wet, and the ground is slippery. Why are you walking in such a hurry? What makes you so anxious? "

Wen Wen asked, Zhe Niang held Liu Chengyou's hand, with a little dissatisfaction in her heroic appearance, she directly asked Liu Chengyou: "Grandfather's illness, do the officials still want to hide it from me?"

Hearing his words, Liu Chengyou immediately turned his head and glared at Zhang Dejun. Zhang Dejun's expression was rather funny, with innocence mixed with fear, and then he bowed his head and bowed his head.

Liu Chengyou also didn't care about it, how could he leak the news, there is no impenetrable wall in this palace.Looking at Zhe Niang who looked anxious, Liu Chengyou could only try his best to comfort him: "You are pregnant, and I am afraid that you will be so worried and anxious that you will hurt your body!"

"Officials, I want to go out of the palace to visit my grandfather!" Looking at Liu Chengyou, Zhe Niang bit her lips lightly, and said seriously, her clear eyes were full of determination.

This is the first time Zhe Niangzi has acted so aggressively towards Liu Chengyou. Seeing this, Liu Chengyou embraced her, stroked her back, and sighed: "Forget it, call Liu Fang and Liu Yun, and I will go with you!"

In fact, Liu Chengyou had thought about going out of the palace to visit Zhe Congruan a long time ago, the only reason for him to hold back was a strange feeling.He felt that he was lucky to be close to the minister's residence, just like setting a "flag", and he was afraid that if he went, it would be over
Back then, there was already a similar situation. The Zhang of the State and Linqing Wang Gao Xingzhou were like this.But at this moment, it's time to put away those distracting thoughts, because Zhe Congruan is really seriously ill, and if the two can't even see each other for the last time, Mrs. Zhe will probably blame him too.

When Liu Chengyou brought his concubine Zhe Concubine and his son to the Duke's Mansion, when he saw Zhe Congruan, he was also shocked by his sickness and weakness. His description was haggard, his face was pale, his hair was gray in a bun, and he looked like he was about to die.

As for Zhe Congruan, he was indeed on his deathbed, unable to even speak, but when he saw the emperor arriving with his granddaughter, mother and son, his cloudy eyes brightened a little.

Liu Chengyou stood aside, Zhe Niang's face was full of sadness, and she was holding her grandfather's rough and thin hand.His mouth trembled a few times, as if he wanted to tell something, but he couldn't say anything. Then, under the gaze of everyone, he slowly closed his eyes, with a smile on the corner of his mouth, and walked peacefully.

The cry of mourning immediately resounded in the house
(End of this chapter)