At the end of the Sui Dynasty

Chapter 286

It can be seen that Yang Guang really dotes on Empress Xiao, and would take her with him whenever he attends some important occasions. At this time, in the Wende Palace, Empress Xiao was sitting beside Yang Guang as always, and the husband and wife followed each other with love. Is Yang Guang really as lewd and lustful as recorded in the history books?
Gao Bufan was skeptical, but he was sure that Yang Guang really cared about face, because he only played the matter of the Hari Department's tribute horses after entering the city yesterday, but he was immediately summoned by Yang Guang today, which was not so efficient.

Let's say that Gao Bufan entered the Wende Palace, walked to the throne without looking sideways and saluted, and said: "I see the emperor, empress empress!"

"Inspector Gao Mu died." Yang Guang was obviously in a good mood.

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Gao Bufan stood up, glanced around quickly out of the corner of his eye, and found that besides Huangmen servant Pei Ju, Nayan Suwei, Zhuguo Li Min, Yu Wenhuaji, Li Yuan was also there. There are also two new faces, one of them is somewhat similar to Yu Wenhuaji, judging from his age, he is probably Yu Wenhuaji's Lao Tzu, Zuowei General Yu Wenshu, who is about 60 years old, and he is quite young Very mighty.

"Gao Mujian, where is the tribute envoy from the Hari Ministry?" Yang Guang asked enthusiastically. Still very happy.

Gao Bufan replied: "Back to the emperor, the two tribute envoys from the Hari Department are waiting outside the palace gate to be summoned by the emperor. However, the Harry Department is only a small tribe, and the two tribute envoys have never seen much in the world, so they are a little nervous now. Worried that your words and deeds will be indecent, and you will offend the emperor and empress!"

Yang Guang smiled and said: "It's okay, let them come into the palace, my Sui Dynasty is a state of etiquette, and I have always treated guests leniently."

"The tribute envoy of the Xuanhali Ministry enters the hall!" A eunuch shouted loudly, and then the guards in front of the hall yelled in unison, and spread out of the hall layer by layer: "The tribute envoy of the Xuanhali Ministry enters the hall! "

Soon, Ha Chi and Ha Ni were brought in. The two brothers had never seen such a scene before. Seeing rows of guards with shiny swords and armor on both sides, they were so nervous that they didn't even dare to breathe, and walked a little smoothly Turned around, but Ha Ni from behind accidentally bumped into Ha Chi's back in front, and the two almost fell into a ball.

All the officials and guards present couldn't help but look sideways, Empress Xiao couldn't help laughing, and a smile appeared on the corner of Yang Guang's mouth.

Yu Wenhuaji looked at the Hashi brothers suspiciously, and thought to himself: "Sure enough, they are country bumpkins who have never seen the world. They are just the five major tribes of Xiren. They have never heard of the Hari tribe. Could it be that this kid Gao Bufan is casually living in the countryside?" Find two sticks to coax the emperor to be happy? That's quite courageous."

Ha Chi and Ha Ni stood in the middle of the hall at a loss, looking left and right, Gao Bufan was sweating secretly, the two brothers didn't know whether their acting skills were really good, or they were really shocked by the scene, they coughed lightly and reminded: "Both A tribute envoy, why don't you go up to pay respects to the emperor and empress?"

Only then did Ha Chi and Ha Ni suddenly realize that they hurriedly walked to the throne, knelt down on their knees and kowtowed three times, and said loudly: "Ha Chi (Ha Ni), the tribute envoy of Harry's Ministry, kowtowed at the Sui Dynasty. Emperor, Empress Empress!"

Under normal circumstances, foreign envoys do not need to kneel and bow, but Ha Chi and Ha Ni performed the kneeling and bow firmly. Yang Guang was stunned for a moment, and then laughed comfortably: "You two envoys, please hurry up!" rise."

Ha Chi and Ha Ni stood up, couldn't help but look at Empress Xiao next to them, and secretly said: "The emperor's women are really different, this skin is really tender and smooth, I think it can squeeze milk out."

These two guys don't know why they think of that. It's probably because there are too many mare's milk and cow's milk. However, Empress Xiao is indeed very beautiful. Even Gao Bufan feels amazing every time he sees her. This woman is both mature and mature. She has a charming and charming charm, but also has the charm of a young girl. Her skin and figure are well maintained. It is hard to tell that she is the mother of three children.

Since Ha Chi and Ha Ni have never seen the image of "honest country bumpkins" since they entered the palace, Yang Guang and Empress Xiao didn't seem to mind their rude eyes. Sui Yu speaks quite well, and his appearance is not much different from us Central Plains people."

Yu Wenhuaji was overjoyed, and quickly echoed, "The empress is right, and I don't think there is any difference. The Xi clan doesn't seem to have a tribe called the Hari tribe. I don't know where Gao Mujian found the tribute?" He glanced at Gao Bufan carefully.

Yang Guang became suspicious when he heard the words, and asked, "Ni Chi, Ha Ni, where is your tribe's residence? How many people are there?"

Ha Chi said honestly: "Back to the emperor, our tribal base is in the north of Zhuojun. After leaving Juyongguan, we go north and cross Yanshan Mountain. It takes about two or three days to arrive. Our Hali tribe is not big, but it is not too small. , more than 500 people."

All the ministers present couldn't help curling their lips secretly. They are really ignorant wild folks. If 500 people are not small, what is small?Not as many people as a workshop in Luoyang.

Gao Bufan hastily added: "Your Majesty, the Hali Department is located in the area of ​​Yuyi Town, five or six hundred miles away from here."

Yang Guangqi said: "Yuyi Town? The name is a bit familiar, but I can't remember it for a while."

At this time, one of the ministers stood up, it was the face that Gao Bufan didn't know, he was about the same age as Yu Wenshu, with gray beard and hair, but he was energetic and dignified, and he said loudly: "Your Majesty However, I know the location of Yuyi Town."

Yang Guang looked softly and said: "Then ask Taifu Yang to clear up my doubts for me."

Gao Bufan's heart moved, this Ganqing was Yang Yichen, Minister of the Taipusi, it seemed that Yang Guang trusted this person very much, as could be seen from his eyes.

Just listen to Yang Yichen said: "Yuyi Town is the name of the Northern Wei Dynasty. It belongs to one of the nine northern towns. It is a border town specially added by the Northern Wei Dynasty to guard against the Rouran people going south. Grazing in that area is indeed only five or six hundred miles away from here."

Yang Guang suddenly said: "So that's the case. I remembered it. There really is such a place. Is Xi Ren grazing in that area now?"

Gao Bufan quickly said: "Yes, but during the Northern Wei Dynasty, Yuyi Town was originally under the jurisdiction of Zhuo County. In fact, the Hali tribe was the survivors of the Northern Wei Dynasty. There were only a few dozen people at the beginning, and they were all from the original Yuyi Township. The descendants, after the fall of the Northern Wei Dynasty, they have been nomadic in Yuyi Town, and gradually formed the current Hari tribe."

Empress Xiao was surprised and said, "So Harry's family was also Han Chinese? No wonder the Chinese language is so good."

Gao Bufan nodded and smiled and said, "Mrs. Back, it is true. Most of the members of the Harry tribe can speak Chinese, but after nearly a hundred years of nomadic life, the Harry tribe has already taken root in the grasslands of Yuyi Town. There is almost no doubt about it, and it is not an exaggeration to say that they are ridiculing people."

Empress Xiao said solemnly: "Although it is said that, after all, the blood of our Han people is shed on them, how can they be classified as ridicules."

Yang Guang nodded his head to express his approval, and then asked doubtfully: "Since the headquarters of the Harry Department is in Yuyi Town, how did Supervisor Gao Mu meet them?"

Gao Buyu laughed and said: "The minister is actually in the honor of your majesty!"

Yang Guang suddenly became interested, and said lightly, "How do you say that?"

Gao Bufan didn't change his face and said: "The emperor's vassals are the shepherd supervisors of Zhuojun County, and he also authorized my father to open a horse farm in Zhuojun County. The emperor's kindness is great, and both the minister and my father are deeply impressed. They always want to serve the court and my emperor. Therefore, after I took office, I visited places suitable for raising horses, so as to raise more and better horses as soon as possible to supply the imperial court army, and help the emperor to conquer Goguryeo. I just visited Yuyi Town a few days ago and found that the water and grass there are very beautiful. It is suitable for raising horses, so I planned to build a horse farm there, and I happened to meet the Hari tribe who are nomadic in this area, so the reason why I met the Hari tribe was indeed thanks to your honor."

Yang Guang wanted to level Goguryeo in his dream now, he was very happy when he heard that, he laughed and said, "So that's the case, if my subjects in the Sui Dynasty are as one-hearted as Gao Mujian, why worry about Goguryeo's injustice!" Swept away coldly.

All the ministers present bowed their heads in awe. Due to the failure of the first Eastern Expedition to Goguryeo and the exhaustion of millions of troops, the country was greatly shaken. In addition, the flames of anti-Sui rebels from all over the country became more and more intense, so the court appeared. Many voices opposed the Second Eastern Expedition, which naturally made Yang Guang very unhappy. Not long ago, he beheaded several officials who opposed the Eastern Expedition, and temporarily suppressed the opposing voices with bloody means.

At this time, the atmosphere in the hall suddenly became tense, and Empress Xiao hurriedly smoothed things over, smiling: "Supervisor Gao Mu is indeed loyal and commendable. He even went to such a remote place to inspect the ranch, and even recruited Harry's department for the emperor to bring back tribute."

Gao Bufan hurriedly said modestly: "It's not the merit of the minister, it's the emperor's wisdom and benevolence, he taught well, I am in the Great Sui Dynasty, and naturally the four barbarians surrendered, the Hari Department has long wanted to pay tribute to me in the Great Sui Dynasty , it's just that there is no one to recommend, and the minister just happens to meet the meeting."

Before coming, Gao Bufan specially told Ha Chi and Ha Ni to be simple and rough, because this kind of image is easier to win people's trust. The Ha brothers are also very smart, and the current performance is still passing. At this time, Ha Chi Han smiled and interjected: "What Gao Mujian said is the truth, in fact, our Harry Department has long wanted to pay tribute to the Great Sui Dynasty, but we are afraid that our tribe is too small, the emperor will look down on you, and there is no one to help guide the way. So I have never had the opportunity to present tribute to you, the emperor. Not long ago, a plague broke out in our tribe..."

As soon as this remark came out, the complexions of all the people present changed slightly, Empress Xiao turned pale even more. Yang Guang subconsciously grasped the armrests on both sides of the dragon chair with both hands. If he hadn't cared about the image of the emperor, he would probably get up and escape from the dragon chair.

Gao Bufan's heart skipped a beat, and he quickly remedied: "Your Majesty, in fact, the plague in Harry's department has already been extinguished, and all those affected have recovered, so there is no need to worry!"

Empress Xiao heaved a sigh of relief when she heard the words, her face returned to normal, but she still couldn't help leaning back as much as possible, a little dissatisfied and gave Gao Bufan a blank look, and said secretly: "Since there is a plague in Harry's department, why do you still bring people back? Xiaoshi, sure enough, there is no hair on the mouth, and the work is not firm."

Yang Guang was also a little displeased, but out of concern for his face, he ordered the guards to throw the Hashi brothers out.

Ha Chi obviously realized something was wrong, and hurriedly followed Gao Bufan's words: "Yes, yes, the plague in our tribe has been extinguished, and the sick people have also recovered. It all depends on Mr. Gao and layman Yunshang, otherwise Our tribe will suffer."

Empress Xiao actually asked: "The Layman Yunshang you are talking about is a master apprentice of Master Huijing of Bailian Temple?"

Gao Bufan's heart moved, it seems that Empress Xiao also knew Bai Yunshang, which shows that this woman is indeed quite influential.

Ha Chi immediately nodded and said: "Yes, Lay Yunshang is not only profound in Buddhism, but also skilled in medicine. He is simply that Hua..."

"It's Hua Tuo reincarnated!" Empress Xiao saw that he was thinking hard and could not say "Hua" for a long time, so she smiled and said it for him.

Ha Chihan smiled and said: "Yes, yes, yes, Hua Tuo is reborn. The patients in our tribe were all cured by Lay Yunshang. Of course, Mr. Gao also put a lot of effort into it. Many people will definitely die, and even the entire family will be wiped out. We originally planned to thank Supervisor Gao Mu and Layman Yunshang, but Layman Yunshang said that the monks and monks are all empty, and they saved a life and promoted the construction of a seven-level pagoda, so they refused our reward."

Gao Bufan glanced at Ha Chi in surprise, he didn't teach these words, he didn't even intend to bring up the plague at all, he just thought that Ha Chi had slipped his mouth by negligence just now, but now it seems that may not be the case.

"Amitabha, goodness, goodness, Layman Yunshang is worthy of being a master disciple of Master Huijing, who has won the true teaching of Master Huijing, this time is really a meritorious deed." Empress Xiao couldn't help but chanted Buddha's praise.

Yang Guang wondered when he heard the words: "Master Huijing has such a talented student, why haven't I seen him?"

Empress Xiao said with a smile: "I just met by chance when I was offering incense in Fayuan Temple. This woman is a lay disciple under the seat of Master Huijing. Although she is young, she is deeply loved by Master Huijing. The true teaching is simply a living Bodhisattva."

Yang Guang said in surprise: "The queen is so praised, then I will see you soon."

Empress Xiao smiled and said: "That's not easy, the emperor's decree, even a true Buddha can be summoned."

Gao Bufan frowned imperceptibly, glanced thoughtfully at the Ha brothers, and thought to himself, "Could it be that Bai Yunshang taught this?"

This is not impossible. After all, Buddhism and Taoism are incompatible. Now that the Taoist leader Wang Yuanzhi is deeply trusted by Yang Guang, Buddhism is naturally worried that Yang Guang will be deceived by Wang Yuanzhi and repeat the tragedy of "destroying Buddha". The up-and-comers sent out to walk the rivers and lakes are nothing more than to expand the influence of Buddhism, and this influence includes two aspects, one is the influence on ordinary people, and the other is naturally the influence on the emperor.

(End of this chapter)