Han Shizu

Chapter 986 The princes are getting bigger

In front of the hall, Liu Chengyou Dama Jindao sat in a grand master's chair, wearing a tight military uniform, slightly protruding his belly, holding a teacup in his hand, sipping lightly.

In the arena, the four princes were practicing martial arts, wielding wooden swords in their hands, fighting two by two, you come and go.Of course, the main purpose is to perform martial arts, to show off what they have learned, but it seems that the fourth child is the most calm, with the most skillful and powerful movements.The youngest among them is Huang Wuzi Liu Yun, who is almost ten years old now.

There was an old man standing between the weapon racks, but he was no longer Yao Yuanfu, the Duke of Fen died last summer at the age of 79, already a very old man.The successor was Guo Congyi, a veteran of the United Kingdom, who was transferred from the Hedong capital to Tokyo to be a teacher for the princes. This is a very high honor.

Guo Congyi is another general with a deep connection with Zhuang Zong and the founding father of the country. After Han Xing, he has always been a leader in the army and a powerful faction in the Forbidden Army.

At the beginning of the country, there was him who was the chief general of an army and also led the festival.For more than ten years, Lei has guarded the four states, all of which are vital points.Although Du Chongwei was basically absent in the military wars of the big man in these years except for the destruction of Du Chongwei, his status has not been lowered for so many years.

Just because he has always had a place in the many rectifications of the Forbidden Army, even if many younger generations climbed to his head.And he has been in the Daming Mansion for many years, and most of the forbidden troops stationed there are his subordinates, which shows that Liu Chengyou has a lot of trust in him.

Guo Congyi is also a wonderful person. Apart from his military ability, he is also much more elegant and interesting. He is definitely not an ordinary martial artist.Therefore, in the process of teaching, he was very fond of the prince, especially for his versatility and Confucian demeanor.Yao Yuanfu was a good teacher, strict and upright, most of the princes respected and feared him in front of him, and rarely had Guo Congyi's infectious ability.

Prince Liu Yang stood beside Liu Chengyou. After several years of being the crown prince, he became more and more stable.At this time, he respectfully reported some government affairs to Liu Chengyou.As he grows older and has been watching politics for a long time, Liu Chengyou has tried to let him participate in the handling and decision-making of the government since this spring. He specially asked the Zhengshitang to assign some suitable affairs to the East Palace for handling .

Although it was just some trivial matters that had nothing to do with the overall situation, it was enough to serve as a test, and according to observation, Liu Yang did a good job.Of course, it was also because of the assistants of the Eastern Palace vassals like Li Fang.

"What's going on with that Srivijaya country, and where is it located?" Liu Chengyou suddenly asked Liu Yang.

Upon hearing this, Liu Yang recalled a little bit, and said: "It is reported that it is a country south of Annan. Its territory is not small, and it controls the key points of various waterways in the South China Sea. Most of its merchants come to Lingnan to engage in cargo trade. This time , It was the first time this country sent an envoy to Tokyo to pay tribute, so it can be seen that the majesty of the great Han has spread."

Nodding his head, Liu Chengyou ordered: "When the envoy arrives in Tokyo, you go to meet him and learn about the situation in Nanfan these years!"

"Yes!"

"Father!" At this time, the fifth son Liu Yun ran up, sweating profusely, his military uniform was a bit dirty, with a wooden sword in his hand, panting, his nimble eyes full of hope, looking at Liu Chengyou.

"What, are you tired?" Liu Chengyou smiled.

"Yeah!" Liu Yun nodded quickly.

This son was born to Concubine Zhe, and he had "strange" behaviors since he was a child. For example, he was forced to wean when he was six years old, and he was extremely tired and lazy on weekdays.Let me recite a passage, never willing to read a word more, as required, Zhang Zhao once expressed emotion to Liu Chengyou, the fifth prince is smart, he didn't say the last half of the sentence, let Liu Chengyou experience it himself.

In comparison, the third prince Liu Xi is notoriously lazy. However, Liu Chengyou is also well aware of the hard work behind Liu Xi.And Liu Yun, on the other hand, gives people a sense of chic, as if there are a few words engraved on his forehead from a young age: I don't want to work hard.

It can be said that Liu Yun is another extreme compared with the fourth brother who is a compatriot with one mother.Liu Fang is heroic and less ambitious, while Liu Yun is a salty fish. Even if he is young, if you force him, it is easy to cause some ironic things.

Looking at this son who gave him a headache, and noticing his wandering eyes, Liu Chengyou knew that he wanted to be lazy again.Therefore, with a straight face, he said seriously: "How long has it been, and the task has been completed?"

Liu Yun hurriedly said: "The master taught me, I have practiced it once!"

"Wu Lang is young and lacks strength, let him rest for a while!" Liu Yang said beside him.Hearing this, Liu Yun hurriedly winked at the prince's elder brother and cast a grateful look.

"Guo Qing, what do you think?" After glaring at Liu Yun, Liu Chengyou asked Guo Congyi who brought Liu Xu, Liu Xi, and Liu Fang to him.

The older Guo Congyi is, the more elegant he is. It is an enviable chic and calm that no one else can learn.Saluting to Liu Chengyou, Guo Congyi said: "Your Royal Highnesses are all nobles, rich and expensive, and practicing martial arts is only for strengthening the body, not fighting skills. It is enough to exercise the effect. Today is Your Majesty. Check the results, if His Majesty feels that it is not enough, you can practice again!"

After Guo Congyi said it, Liu Fang also spoke up, saying: "If you want to test it, you still need to see the real story on the battlefield. Such a drill is quite boring!"

"Yellow-mouthed boy, speak boldly!" Liu Chengyou reprimanded immediately. Although he liked Liu Fang, he didn't like an arrogant character, so even if he said something unintentionally, he would reprimand him.

As for Liu Fang, he didn't take it seriously, he just smiled.Looking at the sons, except for Liu Yun, they are all growing crazy.He waved his hand and ordered: "Free activities, let's all disperse!"

The emperor gave orders, and there was a burst of cheers. Liu Fang pulled Liu Yun and ran outside: "Let's go, I'll take you to ride a horse!"

Liu Xi took his time, bowed to Liu Chengyou, sat aside, drank water and ate fruits in a leisurely manner.

Looking at Guo Congyi, Liu Chengyou said: "Guo Qing, I want you to train my sons, but I am sorry for your inconvenience!"

Guo Congyi stroked his beard and responded with a smile: "This is the honor of the old minister!"

"What's the matter?" Liu Chengyou asked again, looking at Liu Xu who was waiting there politely.

Liu Xu cupped his hands and said, "In a few days, my cousin will get married, and my son wants to have a congratulatory banquet at the house!"

Hearing this, Liu Chengyou was slightly surprised, but when he saw this gentle and jade-like eldest son, he said without hesitation: "This is what it should be! I will ask someone to prepare a gift, and you will take it with you when the time comes!"

"Thank you daddy!"

The late Concubine Geng Chen had an older brother, named Geng Chongen, who also got an official position because of his younger sister, but he was much more low-key than other imperial relatives, and in Qianyou 15 years, he was only a young eunuch.

Even now, thinking of Concubine Geng Chen, Liu Chengyou's heart would have a little rippling, and he felt pity for Liu Xu.

However, suddenly, Liu Chengyou found that his sons seemed to have really grown up.Looking at the eldest son and then at the prince, his mood gradually became complicated.

When the child grows up, it is inevitable that things will start to happen. For the royal family, the most realistic thing is nothing more than a position reserve and a power struggle.As far as Liu Chengyou's heart is concerned, although he has established a prince, he never wants Liu Yang to feel that his position is stable and unshakable, and he will be an easy prince without vigilance.

Therefore, the pressure that should be given will definitely be given.And the greatest pressure is no more than other princes, but Liu Chengyou doesn't want the resulting court infighting and brothers fighting against each other.

In the past, when the princes were young, his mentality was not obvious.However, with the establishment of the prince and the gradual growth of other princes, Liu Chengyou's inner conflicts began to deepen.

Of course, so far, it is far from that point, but Emperor Liu inevitably has this sense of urgency.

For a powerful emperor, leisure is very rare, and for Liu Chengyou, it is even more so.After resting for a few days, the tranquility was broken.He can delegate some things, but he can't control some things.

Sun Yanjun came in a hurry, with a serious expression on his face, and said: "Report to the officials, there is news from the palace that there is a messenger from Youzhou!"

(End of this chapter)