Han Shizu

Chapter 794 Imperial City Division

In the high autumn of August, the imperial garden of the Han Palace has been dyed with a rich color, and the air is filled with the refreshing fragrance of sweet-scented osmanthus, but the cool breeze is rustling, which makes people feel a little melancholy.

After the Mid-Autumn Festival, the Han Palace returned to its former peace. After a period of running-in, the Great Han Center also quickly got rid of the short-term shock, and continued to govern the country stably under the leadership of the new leadership team.

The daily life of Emperor Liu Chengyou of the Han Dynasty gradually became dull. Compared with the past, he intentionally loosened his control over domestic government affairs and delegated most of his power to the Political Affairs Hall. .

As a result, Liu Chengyou was freed from those complicated and trivial government affairs, and gradually relaxed a lot.During his ten-year hard-working career in governing the country, he really felt tired, and even felt a little bit. He is still young, but if this continues, sooner or later he will become sick from overwork and die from exhaustion.

That's why there was such an adjustment. At the beginning of the country, for the stability of the emperor and the stability of the country, he had to personally observe everything and do it himself.But with the stable development of the Han Dynasty to the current level, Liu Chengyou finally decided to make a change. There is no need to make himself so tired when he is the emperor.

This is also one of the reasons why he wanted to dismiss Li Tao and adjust the powers of the Political Affairs Hall and other ministries. With Li Tao's background in the Ministry of Officials and the Political Affairs Hall for many years, Liu Chengyou would feel uneasy if the political power was completely delegated to him.

This is a change in Liu Chengyou's thinking, and it also reveals a message that the emperor is tired, and even this is a sign of slack.However, no matter how it is adjusted, there is one basic bottom line that must be adhered to, that is, the throne cannot be shaken, and the imperial power cannot be desecrated. Once he feels threatened and the affairs are out of control, he will strike again without hesitation.This also requires a premise that the actual control of the country cannot be weakened, and the most basic power comes from military power.

In this way, more time and energy were not wasted, and were used by Liu Chengyou on the construction of the army, national strategy, and research on the forces of neighboring countries and ethnic groups.Political affairs are not ignored at all, and inquiries are made at any time. On the other hand, they continue to study systems, how to balance power, stabilize the political situation, and strengthen the influence and control of the central government over local governments, etc.There are still many things that need to be considered by Liu Chengyou, but they are just biased.

Of course, there is plenty of spare time, at least in the past, Liu Chengyou didn't have much leisure time, standing in the royal garden to enjoy the autumn scenery.However, Liu Chengyou is a person who lacks elegance after all. Looking at the beautiful autumn scenery in the garden, apart from lamenting that the wind is too cool, it is difficult to have more thoughts.

Several consecutive gusts of wind blew past, making the vegetation in the imperial garden rustle, the hair on the clothes and sleeves moved with the wind, and the cold chill penetrated directly into the muscles and bones, and he couldn't help shivering.

"Officials, it's windy! Put on a robe!" Seeing this, Zhang Dejun stepped forward and spread out a fur robe hanging on his arm.

Liu Chengyou did not refuse, and let Zhang Dejun put it on and fasten his private belt.Accompanied by a song, an autumn bird flew past, lightly leaving ripples on the green lake in front of the pavilion.

Tightening the robe on his body, Liu Chengyou glanced at Zhang Dejun beside him, and asked, "How is the preparation of the Imperial City Division?"

Hearing the question, Zhang Dejun was refreshed, and hurriedly cupped his hands in response: "Returning to Your Majesty, I have secretly selected more than a hundred servants and guards, as well as Wude officials and marriage officials, and temporarily distributed them inside and outside the imperial city. monitor"

In the autumn of the ninth year of Qianyou, with the acquiescence of Liu Chengyou, a secret service agency different from Wu Desi was basically established.

"I set up the imperial city division, which is still the eyes and ears, and is juxtaposed with the Wude division, one inside and one outside, to inspect the people and officials, so as not to be deceived by others!" Liu Chengyou said lightly after listening to his words.

"I understand!" Zhang Dejun said respectfully.

"Now that the Si Ya is just being built, everything is not on the right track, you need to pay more attention! But remember, do things in a low-key manner, and don't be domineering!" Liu Chengyou turned his head and stared at Zhang Dejun, his sharp eyes almost pierced into his heart: "Fan Zhi has already quarreled with me about the matter of the Imperial City Division. There are many criticisms in the court. At this early stage, we need to be more cautious. Don't let anyone catch a sore foot and make it difficult for me!"

"Yes!"

"You have been with me for almost ten years. You should understand how I am. I also know what you are like. I will also speak frankly with you. There are courtiers. Since the middle Tang Dynasty, eunuchs have been abusing power and disorderly administration. Come to remind me, it makes sense. However, I still choose to use you, do you know why?"

Zhang Dejun was startled by the words of the emperor, knelt down subconsciously, lowered his head and swore solemnly: "The young one is only a servant of the official family. Don’t dare to think otherwise, let alone act arbitrarily and cause trouble for the officials.”

"You have such awareness, I am so relieved!" With a faint smile, Liu Chengyou waved gently: "Get up!"

"Thank you, official!"

After so many years, just as Zhang Dejun said, Liu Chengyou has long regarded him as a loyal and considerate domestic slave. Some things are straightforward, with few scruples, unlike those who would go around and play tricks in front of foreign ministers.He also believed that Zhang Dejun would not disappoint him, and that the Imperial City Secretary would not exceed his control.

As for the disadvantages of eunuchs, they have existed since ancient times, and they are often condemned by the public, but only the benevolent see the benevolent and the wise see wisdom.Looking at history, don't the Dominic Lords know the consequences of eunuchs getting out of control?But they will still follow the old path. In the process of governing the country, it is inevitable to elevate or even reuse eunuchs, why?
Eunuchs, after all, are just a class and power attached to the monarch, and no matter how despised and hated by others, they are all extensions and supplements of imperial power. They are used to balance foreign courts and strengthen the monarchy, which has a great effect.Of course, it needs to be used to a certain extent, and since the past dynasties, there have been many examples of being backlashed. That is to say, the power of eunuchs has exceeded the bottom line, like a beast breaking free from a cage, and the negative results are greater than the positive effects.In the final analysis, the problem still lies with the emperor, not how worthy the eunuch is to be afraid of
Standing in deep thought for a while, Liu Chengyou said: "I am taking on the job of the Imperial City Secretary, and I will choose a few smart people to serve on my side."

There was a little hesitation on his face, Liu Chengyou had this kind of thought before, and Zhang Dejun knew it in his heart, and knew how to advance and retreat.Although he was a little bit reluctant, he still gritted his teeth and said, "You know it! When you train a few smart people, they will be used by the officials!"

"Your Majesty!" After being notified, Zhao Pu slowly walked into the pavilion and greeted him.

"What's the matter?"

Zhao Pu reported: "Zhao Kewei's body has been transported back to Fan Yang by his family, and Youzhou has also confessed that the government will assist in handling the funeral matters!"

"Zhao Shangjiao has two sons who died early one after another, which is very unfortunate and pitiful!" When mentioning Zhao Wei, Liu Chengyou couldn't help but sigh.

"Zhao Chen has a son!" Liu Chengyou said.

"Yes! Only three years old, the only son of three generations, this is the only blood!" Zhao Pu replied.

After thinking about it for a while, Liu Chengyou said: "Yin Qi's son is the seventh grade Xuande Lang!"

For Zhao Xi's funeral, Liu Chengyou did not arrange it too grandly, and the posthumous title was only in line with his status during his lifetime, and he was not too special.

"Judge Zhao, please go back to the hometown for the funeral, and the court has agreed!" Zhao Pu reported again, seeing the emperor's face seemed sad, and asked for instructions cautiously: "Your Majesty, the death of Zhao Yi is embarrassing. Judge Zhao lost his son in his later years. It's very unfortunate, do you want to forgive him a little bit?"

Hearing his words, Liu Chengyou looked at him playfully: "Do you think it's suitable?"

As he said that, Liu Chengyou changed the subject: "Who will succeed Xuzhou Mansion?"

"The Ministry of Officials intends to use Suizhou to know Wang Zuo!" Zhao Pu replied.

Wang Zuo, the father of Wang Pu, the transshipment envoy of Huaidong.

"Among the officials in the Chongzheng Palace, who do you think can be promoted to a bachelor?" Liu Chengyou asked again.

After some consideration, Zhao Pu said, "What do you think of Dou Xi, Your Majesty?"

Liu Chengyou shook his head: "Dou Xi only selects talents, not enough to appoint them!"

(End of this chapter)