Han family achievements

Chapter 372 Buddha and Tao

Xun Yu pondered for a moment and said, "I'm going to the Yushitai."

Zhong Yao said: "I'm going to Dali Temple."

Xun You was stunned for a moment and said, "I'll go back to Li Cao."

The three of them had no other exchanges and did not even look at each other. They all left the chancery and were busy working on their own.

The three of them were all very afraid of His Majesty in the palace, and his every move attracted their attention.

Now, with the unprecedented Naxiu show in the palace, the three of them vaguely guessed something, but they couldn't express it openly, so they could only find excuses to disperse.

The Yushitai has been moved out of the palace, and together with the Xingcao and Dali Temple, they are collectively known as the "Three Laws Division".

Liu Xie was shocked by Xun Yu's rare visit, especially when he came all the way from the palace, and went to the gate to greet him in person.

Xun Yu raised his hand in greeting and said, "I have met Your Highness."

Liu Xie hurriedly returned the gift, then led Xun Yu inside and said, "The Prime Minister came to Yushitai for important matters?"

Xun Yu said with a serious smile, "There are no big things. One thing is about the next step of the restructuring of Yushitai. I want to discuss it with His Highness. Secondly, regarding the results of the Beijing inspection, there should be a result before the end of the year. Your Highness has never discussed it with the Minister." The third is that the Yushitai will supervise the Yushi's inspection tour of Beijing next year, and I would like to discuss it with His Highness again."

Liu Xie thought it was a big deal, but he felt a little relieved after hearing this and said: "Prime Minister please."

The two came to the check-in room and sat across from each other. After the clerk served tea, Liu Xie asked tentatively: "The results of the Beijing inspection are also available to the officials. Why does the Prime Minister need to go there personally?"

The Beijing inspection was jointly hosted by Li Cao and Yushitai, and inspected officials at all levels in the five northern states. These affairs had been delayed for several years. Under Liu Bian's urging, the results were finally achieved.

Xun Yu did not drink tea and said: "In the five states, 60% of the officials are 'corrupt and perverting the law', 'colluding with officials and businessmen', 'taking orders from the nobles', and 'oppressing the people'... Your Highness, with such a result, I dare not not come."

Hearing this, Liu Xie sighed softly and said, "Prime Minister, this result has actually been calculated."

Xun Yu knew it well, but still said: "Can you be more lenient?"

Liu Xie was stunned for a moment and said, "How do you want to forgive me, Prime Minister?"

"At most 30%." Xun Yu said.

Liu Xie looked at him and was speechless for a moment.

This 'Beijing Inspector' seems to be co-hosted by the officials and the Yushitai, but in fact every move in the palace is clear.

The palace already knew the result.

Xun Yu now said that changing "six" to "three" was a well-known last resort - that is, not to make things too ugly.

More than 60% of the officials in the Han Dynasty were unqualified. Where should the Han Dynasty put its face?

And the "public" in this "well known" includes not only Liu Xie, Xun Yu, Xun You and others, but also Liu Bian in the palace.

The most unacceptable conclusion to such a ridiculous case is probably the emperor Liu Bian.

Liu Xie knew that since Xun Yu asked, he was probably judging that the palace could accept it, and said, "Prime Minister, should the officials do this?"

Liu Xie doesn't want to take this big blame.

Xun Yu had no intention of letting Liu Xie do it. He nodded and said: "As for the restructuring of the Yushitai, the Yushitai has set up permanent supervisory departments in various states and counties. I don't know where this supervisory department is placed. What is the official position? how many?"

Liu Xie looked at Xun Yu and realized something, and said, "Does the Prime Minister have other matters? You might as well speak up."

These restructuring plans have been sent to Chongde Hall a long time ago, so there is no reason why Shangshutai should not know about them.

Xun Yu felt a little helpless. When it came to interpersonal communication, Zhong Yao had to come. He was not good at beating around the bush.

Xun Yu took a sip of tea and said without changing his expression: "It's about Tianshi Tao, which is also the Five Pecks of Rice Sect. It has been developing rapidly in the capital area recently. It is said that the number of followers has exceeded 100,000."

Liu Xie looked surprised and said, "Are there so many?"

Xun Yu said: "Just a little more."

Liu Xie was no longer the same as before. He quickly understood the crux of the problem from Xun Yu's words and said, "Does the Prime Minister want to ask about the relationship between the Lu family and the palace?"

"Please tell me clearly, Your Highness." Xun Yu raised his hand, with a serious look on his mature face.

Liu Xie nodded and said: "Prime Minister, there is no need to be polite, and it is not a secret. That Lu family is indeed beautiful, but she has nothing to do with Your Majesty. She is the Queen Mother who takes her as a close friend. However, that Lu family is good at talking and getting along with her. It’s like a spring breeze, pleasing to the eye.”

Seeing that the Lu family was not included in Liu Bian's harem, Xun Yu felt relieved and said: "Then, what is your Majesty's attitude towards the Heavenly Master? I heard that Your Majesty has met Zhang Lu many times."

Liu Xie looked a little strange and said hesitantly: "When Zhang Lu entered the palace, I was indeed on the sidelines and heard his majesty mention the state religion, but he only said a few words, so I can't make a conclusion. However, his majesty later seemed to lack interest. Que, ignored it. The reason why Yushitai prevented Luoyang Mansion from driving out the Five Dou Rice Sect was because most of them were disaster victims. Driving them out of Luoyang would be equivalent to forcing them into a dead end."

Xun Yu had a look of surprise on his face and said: "Your Highness, could you please find a time to come to the palace and inquire about the state religion? If your Majesty has no intention, I will ban the Tianshi Dao."

A hundred thousand people gathered in a short period of time, and they were still near Luoyang and Jingji. No one could feel at ease.

Liu Xie understood Xun Yu's purpose and said, "This is easy to handle. I will go to the palace today or tomorrow to find out for the prime minister."

Xun Yu raised his hand again and said, "Thank you, Your Highness."

As the only emperor today, Liu Xie has a special status.

He was a person who once competed with Liu Bian for the throne. For a long time, his identity was very sensitive and he was once placed under house arrest in the palace by Liu Bian.

But as Liu Bian secured the throne and Weijiahai, especially the two princes, grew up, in order to reflect the harmony of the royal family, Liu Xie was "released" step by step. Not only was he moved out of the palace, but his secret imprisonment was also lifted.

Although Xun Yu is not good at communication, he still understands simple interpersonal interactions. He cannot come empty-handed when asking for help.

However, he is the prime minister, not an ordinary citizen.

After pondering for a moment, Xun Yu said: "His Royal Highness said before that you should treat the clan well, and the Chancellor deeply agrees with it. Although the abolition of prefectures and states is a requirement of the 'New Deal', it is also His Majesty's will to treat the clan well. Salaries, weddings, funerals, etc. It will be borne by the imperial court. In addition, a special mansion will be built in Luoyang for the residence of princes and princes. After the change of Yuan Dynasty, the document will be issued clearly and will not be changed. Please rest assured, Your Highness."

In the states controlled by the Han Dynasty, prefectures and states were basically abolished, and the clan was a big problem for the court to solve.

Logically speaking, Liu Xie should have been sent to Fan Bohai or Chenliu, but because of his sensitive status, he was kept in Luoyang.

As the only prince today, he is naturally concerned about how the imperial court treats the clan.

Although he was not satisfied with what Xun Yu said, Liu Xie still smiled and said, "Thank you, Prime Minister."

Xun Yu raised his hand politely and said: "Some people in the clan are not satisfied, but the imperial court is in a difficult situation, and your highness is well aware of it. I would like to ask your highness to make peace on your behalf, so as not to cause a dark storm within the clan to embarrass your majesty."

Liu Xie had no temper at all when he said this.

From top to bottom, everyone in the palace was very frugal. Queen Mother He only made five new clothes in the past five years, and the two beauties only had three. But Liu Bian didn't have any new clothes. Eating and drinking were even more simple, without any traces. luxurious.

Liu Xie reluctantly said: "You don't need to be told by the Prime Minister, I will do it myself."

Xun Yu raised his hand again to express his gratitude.

The clan of the Han Dynasty sounds simple, but in fact it is complicated.

Some descendants of the clan have reached the high positions of the Three Dukes, such as Liu Hong and others, and there are also high officials in the border areas, such as Liu Yan, Liu Biao, Liu Dai, Liu Yao and others.

As for the other literary giants, everyone, there are many who have become nobles.

The court had to be careful not to provoke a backlash from the clan.

Xun Yu basically finished explaining his purpose of coming, and just as he was about to leave, he saw Liu Xie's pretentious expression that was hesitant to speak. Xun Yu's heart moved slightly, and he thought of it in an instant, and then fell silent.

In the ‘Chapter Code of the Han Dynasty’ drafted by Shangshutai, there is also a very critical content: the law of inheritance.

This 'inheritance law' is not only the inheritance of the clan, but also the inheritance of the royal family. The most important one is: the inheritance system of the eldest son.

As soon as this system came out, the candidate for the East Palace, which the government and the opposition had been anxious about for a long time, became obvious.

However, the palace has been reluctant to establish a prince, which makes everyone feel uncertain.

Especially not long ago, the sending of the second prince out of Luoyang to supervise the army caused a lot of speculation and turmoil in the government and the public.

Xun Yu was silent for a long time, and then said: "Your Majesty, Your Majesty has said it himself. The eldest son of the Emperor has no fault and has no intention of changing it. He will not be crown prince for the time being. His attitude remains unchanged."

When Liu Xie heard this, he had a look of great relief on his face. He raised his hands and bowed, saying, "Thank you, Prime Minister."

Logically speaking, this kind of thing should not be said to Liu Xie, a person with a "sensitive identity", but when Xun Yu said it, it was a big favor.

Xun Yu didn't know that the palace clearly told him that he wanted to use his words to tell some people to calm down the turmoil between the government and the public caused by the empty East Palace.

After returning the gift seriously, Xun Yu said goodbye and left the Yushitai.

By the way, he went to visit Wang Lang, the minister of Dali Temple, the only confidant of the former prime minister left in the court.

Half an hour later, after leaving Dali Temple, Xun Yu went to Xing Cao again and played a game of chess with Sima Jun, the Xing Cao Shangshu.

It is said that Sima Jun, who was seriously ill, was in good spirits and went head-to-head with Xun Yu on the chessboard without losing the slightest bit.

At the same time, Zhong Yao got news that shocked him at Taichang Temple.

"You mean, there are many people from aristocratic families who have joined the Five Dou Rice Cult? The Yang, Wang, and Xun families have all joined?"

Zhong Yao had a look of disbelief on his serious face.

Kong Rong looked like a rich man and said with a smile: "Yes, the Tao of the Heavenly Master is different from the past. It teaches people to be good. I heard that the Queen Mother is fasting, so it is not surprising that some people follow her."

He was not surprised, but Zhong Yao couldn't help but be surprised.

In his view, the Five Pecks of Rice Cult is a cult that was involved in rebellion before. Although it has changed its appearance, the essence is the same.

He didn't even know that the Queen Mother had also joined the Five Pecks of Rice Cult!

The complexity of the matter exceeded his imagination!

"Tai Xue, can anyone join the Hongdu School?" Zhong Yao turned around and shouted in a low voice with a sullen face.

Kong Rong came to his senses and said puzzledly: "Zhong Pushe, what's wrong with that?"

The Queen Mother in the palace likes the Five Pecks of Rice Cult, so why does Zhong Pushe have such an attitude?

Zhong Yao snorted coldly and said, "Answer me truthfully!"

In the eyes of others, Kong Rong was a great Confucian of the time and was highly respected, but Zhong Yao did not take him seriously and was just a critic of Confucianism.

Kong Rong lost his smile and became wary. He thought about it seriously and said, "There should be some."

Zhong Yao's face straightened, he stood up straight and said, "You are a good official!"

After saying that, he walked away.

Kong Rong was stunned. He had no idea what was happening and hurriedly chased him out.

Zhong Yao ignored him, got on the carriage, and said: "Enter the palace, the prime minister is back, notify me immediately."

"Yes." The guard beside the carriage responded.

Zhong Yao did not go back directly to the Chancellery, but went to Luoyang Mansion again. He came out half an hour later, his usually serious face was solemn and gloomy.

Back at the Chancellor's Desk, Xun Yu had already returned. Zhong Yao pushed the door open and said in a deep voice, "It's because we want to keep things simple."

Xun Yu was about to deal with the official document when he looked up at his face, put down his pen and said, "What happened again?"

Zhong Yao sat down below him and said: "I checked carefully. Although the palace does not know it, there are many internal eunuchs who have joined the Five Pecks of Rice Sect. There are also hundreds of officials in Luoyang. In addition, they involve the Forbidden Army and the Yulin Army. , various noble families, perhaps, there are also some in the Forbidden Army camp..."

Xun Yu's face, which had always remained calm, was unusually tense, his eyes widened, and he said, "Have you found out?"

Zhong Yao's expression was as steely as he said: "It's not completely clear yet."

It’s not completely clear, it’s not that it’s not clear, it’s that the matter is either big or small!

Xun Yu stared at Zhong Yao, his heart racing like lightning.

A humble Five Pecks of Rice sect that no one took seriously has developed to this extent in a short period of time!

Inside and outside the palace, the Forbidden Army, the Yulin Army, and the court officials all joined the Five Pecks of Rice Cult without a trace!

With nearly 100,000 believers in Luoyang, it will either not happen, or it will be a big deal!

"What do you think about it?" After a long while, Xun Yu said in a calm tone.

Zhong Yao said: "I have thought about this for a long time. I need to find out His Majesty's attitude first. He may not be unaware of it, and he may have other intentions."

Xun Yu thought of Liu Xie's words and said: "King Chenliu just told me that His Majesty mentioned the term 'state religion' and met Zhang Lu several times, but then nothing happened."

"State religion?"

Zhong Yao chewed on this word and said thoughtfully: "Does your Majesty intend to establish a religion?"

Xun Yu shook his head and said, "Judging from King Chen Liu's words, His Majesty seems to have done it on a whim, and then there was no follow-up."

Hearing this, Zhong Yao sat up straight and said in a deep voice: "No matter what your Majesty thinks, we cannot allow the Five Pecks of Rice Sect to develop like this, otherwise the consequences will be disastrous!"

Xun Yu nodded slightly, with a flash of murderous intent in his eyes, and said: "I will go into the palace to meet with His Majesty. You summon the Grand Sima to explain the seriousness of the matter. Then inform the governor of Luoyang that the Criminal Cao Shangshu is waiting for me at the Shangshu Taiwan. .”

Zhong Yao knew what Xun Yu was going to do and said, "How about I meet Dian Wei and Zhao Yun first to talk to them."

Xun Yu's expression was as iron as steel and his eyes were determined, and he said: "No need for now. Let's talk about it when I come back."

Zhong Yao nodded, stood up with Xun Yu, and went their separate ways.

The movements of the courtiers could not be hidden from Liu Bian.

At this moment, he was on the small bridge, spreading bait, looking at the few swimming fish in the river, and shaking his head helplessly.

He did have the idea of ​​establishing a religion, but after several exchanges with Zhang Lu, he discovered that the current Taoism is very complex, with neither complete doctrine nor rituals, and is still in a very primitive stage.

There was nothing Liu Bian could do about this kind of thing, but Buddhism was coming with such force that it was already blooming everywhere.

"but,"

Liu Bian suddenly laughed again and said: "The courage shown by the Prime Minister this time surprised me. Pan Yin, has Huangfu Jianchang returned to the capital? Don't leave him idle, go and assist the Prime Minister."

"Yes." Pan Yin responded, retreating in small steps.

(End of this chapter)