Poor family mother and son

It is said that no one wants to be unhappy early in the morning, unless he is angry after waking up.

This censor was full of anger from getting up, it was so cold, the snow was so heavy, and he had to get up so early to go to court in the dark, but unfortunately he couldn't vent his anger.

But by coincidence, almost all those who needed to go to court in the morning were angry about getting up. Apart from the fact that it was too early and too little sleep, the key point was that disasters broke out in various places, and the emperor was very angry with them.

It's not a natural disaster caused by them, why should they be scolded?Didn't someone comfort the emperor with two words, "Auspicious snow heralds a good year" and "Water and wealth come naturally", as for being sprayed by the emperor?

Who wants to have a meeting early in the morning and be scolded bloody first?
The emperor was more angry than anyone else when he got up, even though he didn't go to bed at all.

Reviewing the memorial overnight and discussing countermeasures with the courtiers, from south to north, there is no good news.

Originally, Liu Ju, Shangshu of the Household Department, had been accompanying him in the imperial study, but the face of this old minister was longer than that of the emperor. In addition to his advanced age, his face lost all color when he stayed up late at night, so he had to let him Go to the side hall to rest.

The emperor who was alone was even more irritable: "See you in the sky, it really is a flood of water!"

At the beginning, Tai Shicheng once said, according to the handwriting left by his master: "See you in the stars and day, the minister has treacherous intentions, the superior is not clear, the subordinate is obedient, and the water is vast."

The emperor still speculated whether it was to say that the minister's misfortune was like a flood, or that there would be a large-scale flood, but now it should be due to the flood.

But no matter where it should be, it means "unknown", so the emperor can't be angry!

Since ancient times, when encountering natural disasters, emperors of all dynasties have used two common means: first, offering sacrifices to the heavens;

The emperors of the past dynasties acted like this, naturally out of "superstition" - because the people believe that natural disasters are definitely punishments from heaven, and as "sons of heaven", they should ask heaven: Father heaven, I am the emperor if I am wrong It's your fault, calm down and don't blame the people.

As for the edict of guilt and the amnesty of the world, it is equivalent to the emperor saying: Father Tian, ​​don't care what is wrong with my administration. I will admit my mistakes now and try to correct them. Don't be angry.

Of course, this also helps the emperors of all dynasties to convey and strengthen the idea to the people: the divine right of kings.

However, from the emperor's own point of view, the biggest advantage of doing so is to put on a posture of "pleading for the people" and invite the hearts of the world.

However, none of these two things is what the emperor wants to do!
This is not doing business!
We should prevent disasters on weekdays, resist disasters when disasters occur, and provide disaster relief after disasters. This is a serious matter;

If a few kowtows to God can prevent disasters, why have natural disasters never stopped?The emperors of all dynasties kowtowed to them a lot!
So the emperor was not only unwilling to do those useless things himself, but even quite contradicted them - in his opinion, these were simply insults, only emperors with no ability, no confidence, and no self-respect would do that!
It can be said that the emperor of Daxuan was pragmatic, but his courtiers were helpless.

When the emperor came to court yesterday, the emperor was eager to brainstorm and find a way to fight the disaster and relieve the disaster, but what did he hear as soon as he came up?
"Your Majesty, the auspicious snow heralds a good year. This is a good thing. I thought they made a fuss out of a molehill!"

"I think that there are floods in the south every year. These reports are so serious. I am afraid that those new officials lack management experience, which is a bit exaggerated."

There were also those who "attached importance" to the disaster, but what they said was: "Your Majesty, this disaster has happened one after another, from south to north, and the area involved is too wide. I suggest that the princes should come forward to relieve the disaster;

One is for experience, the princes always have to do some practical work and understand the people's sentiments;
The second is to let the people see the emperor's care for the people through the princes, and the emperor puts his own son on the most dangerous front line..."

Listen, what are these words?

Some people are whitewashing the peace, some are complaining about the abolished officials, and some are still stuck in the mind of helping the prince to compete for the reserve position!

Where do they place the interests of the country? !
With such "teammates", can the emperor not get angry at them?

After discussing with the Minister of the Ministry of Households for most of the night, they couldn't come up with a comprehensive disaster relief method-there are disaster areas everywhere, and food alone cannot be adjusted in place.

It's the twelfth lunar month now, and the New Year is coming soon. How can the people survive the winter when they lack clothing and food?People die at the end of the year, won't there be rebellions everywhere?
If the people don't have enough to eat, they will be instigated by careerists to rebel and revolt. Have there been fewer such things in the past dynasties?
At that time, it will not be disaster relief, but sending troops to suppress it!
We can’t say how full the national treasury is now, but it’s definitely much better than it was ten years ago. Not to mention anything else, a fight with Voss, the court not only didn’t spend money, but also made money from others. Earn ten years.

But the treasury can't be emptied just for disaster relief, right?

Those unscrupulous grain merchants control the grain price, and many newspapers have reported that the price of rice has soared, and the price of rice is three hundred yuan. If the imperial court buys grain from them, it is not a matter of how much money is spent, but to fuel their arrogance!
If a group of unscrupulous businessmen are severely punished at this time, they are afraid that they will jump over the wall in a hurry and incite the people to rebel.

It can be said that the front is afraid of wolves and the back is afraid of tigers.

Seeing that it was almost time, the emperor put down the memorial, closed his eyes, and asked Eunuch Li to help him wash and change his clothes and prepare to go to court.

Today, anyone who dares to say those bullshit remarks that ignore the disaster situation will be punished in court!
In fact, it was a few civil servants who were not well-informed who said those reckless remarks at the court meeting yesterday. Because of their lack of rank and selfishness, they touched the emperor's lungs without understanding the current situation.

After that night, almost everyone knew how terrible the disaster brought by the "Eight Winds" was, and they also thought about the losses that their families would suffer in this natural disaster, as well as the possible benefits.

Therefore, all courtiers are cautious in today's court meeting.

"Your Majesty, compared to the south, although the north is suddenly cold, it is not yet critical. I suggest that the northern states and counties organize self-help;

For example, we encourage gentry and wealthy households to donate money and food, so that the expenditure of the treasury can be reduced, and large sums of money can be invested in the south..."

It is a good thing to actively speak up. Regardless of ancient times or modern times, a meeting is for discussing matters. Someone must speak and inspire each other, so that we can gradually clarify the solution to the matter.

But there are always people who have no idea, but like to pick mistakes from other people's speech: "I object, although this move may raise money and buy food, but this method will easily cause unnecessary confusion. After all, disaster relief should be the responsibility of the court. It's up to you."

If there is opposition, there will be approval: "The minister agrees with the method of appropriating funds according to needs and advocating fundraising from wealthy households. Although the imperial court has the obligation to provide disaster relief, everyone is responsible for the rise and fall of the world, and those with strong ability should do their part! "

"My minister agrees!"

But there are also people who think more carefully about the problem: "I object! Raising funds from the people will easily lead to unpredictable disasters!

You know, our Daxuan has suffered disasters in many places, and Voss, which is adjacent to my Daxuan, has been eyeing it all the time;
They Worth want to pay tribute to us every year. If there is a civil strife, can we not take advantage of this time to pick from the outside?It is even possible to attack me directly!
At that time, we will suffer from internal and external troubles. Think about the locust plague four years ago! "

With this reminder, the court quieted down, and the courtiers who wanted to continue arguing temporarily put aside their thoughts and recalled four years ago.