I am not a deposed emperor of Han Dynasty

Chapter 333: After three requests and three resignations, the emperor took charge; a sudden attack made Huo Guang panic! (Please subscribe)

In the front hall of Weiyang Palace, all the officials arrived.

In another quarter of an hour, it will be time for the small court meeting.

Although today is a small court meeting, the emperor issued an edict in advance to meet with the ministers in the front hall.

Compared with the last small court meeting, there are many changes in this court meeting.

There are some more people and some fewer people.

Wei Xiang, Gong Yu, and Xiao Wangzhi are the new faces; Ren Gong and Le Cheng are the old faces that have disappeared.

In addition to the changes in personnel, the atmosphere is also a little weird.

In the past, before going to court, courtiers always gathered together in small groups.

But today, they all huddled in their robes and deliberately kept a distance from others.

He only occasionally greets people he knows well with his eyes.

Whether it was the Imperial Party, the Huo Party, or the grassroots, they all kept looking towards the steps under Danqi.

They already knew one thing in advance from various sources: the general would come to attend the meeting today.

Perhaps because of this, the emperor deliberately changed the location of the court meeting to the front hall.

There is no doubt that the general came to attend the court meeting; there is no doubt that the general remains powerful...

The key is, how much trust does the emperor still have in the general?
Even people like Zhang Anshi and Bingji couldn't figure this out.

The night they wrote their names on the "blood edict", they knew that the emperor was going to kill Huo Guang and Huo Dang.

However, not only Huo Guang couldn't understand many of the things the emperor had done in the past two days, they also couldn't understand them.

Many times, the emperor did not tell them all the details of the matter.

The king's heart is like the sea, and it will be of no benefit to speculate on oneself or the government.

Now, at this moment, what on earth is the emperor going to do with Huo Guang.

Therefore, they can only be an "obedient" loyal minister, rushing forward when the emperor needs it, and standing aside when the emperor does not need it.

After hesitating for a long time, Zhang Anshi finally walked slowly to Bing Ji's side, lowered his voice and asked, "Are Bing Gong familiar with Wei Xiang and Xiao Wangzhi?"

"They and I can be considered close friends." Bingji said with a smile.

"I heard that they are all talented people with integrity?" Zhang Anshi asked.

"I'm going to say something that may make Ziru uncomfortable. In terms of integrity, you and I, even with Liu De, can't compare to them." Bingji said.

Zhang Anshi was promoted by Huo Guang, Bingji served as a long history officer for Huo Guang, and Liu De did not dare to abandon his official position.

No matter what the reason is for them to stay in the court.Before the Emperor appeared, they did not dare to stand up and confront Huo Guang, let alone take a step closer to Emperor Xiaozhao.

If today's emperor had not determined to eliminate Huo Guang, how could they dare to stand up?
Based on this alone, Wei Xiang and Xiao Wangzhi, who had dared to confront Huo Guang a few years ago, were much stronger than them.

"It seems that one day, after Huo Guangben is overthrown, they will become heroes, right?" Zhang Anshi seemed to be a little unhappy and jealous.

"Haha, I heard some jealousy from Ziru's words?" Bingji said with a smile.

"I don't dare. I don't dare to resent others. I only blame myself for not wanting to stand up and fight Huo Guang face to face." Zhang Anshi looked solemn.

Bingji could see that Zhang Anshi was still resentful, and wanted to enlighten him a few more words, but before he could speak, the courtiers around him became commotion.

"The general is here!"

"The general is here?"

"The general is here."

"The general is here..."

The courtiers said the same words, but their emotions were the same - some were excited, some were happy, some were angry, some were disappointed...

All in all, very exciting.

Bingji, who was not tall, stood on tiptoe and looked around, and finally saw the familiar figure walking up the stairs step by step.

Although Huo Guang looked thinner than before, his determined and steady pace made people feel an endless sense of oppression.

"Zi Ru, let me wait at the palace gate. The general is here."

"only!"

……

Soon, more than 30 courtiers, still headed by Huo Guang, walked into the front hall amidst the strange silence in the courtyard.

The few dozen people standing in the empty front hall were a bit underwhelming - like a group of ants huddled in the main hall, very shabby.

The emperor, sitting on the imperial couch above the jade steps, felt even more distant and superior.

Huo Guang glanced at the courtiers around him and found that there were far fewer people who knew him well, and he actually felt a little lonely and lonely.

Now, among the nine ministers, the only ones who can fully obey his orders are Chang Yannian, the chief minister, Su Chang, the chief minister, and Li Guang, the court lieutenant.

When he saw Prime Minister Wei and Xiao Wangzhi opposite, Huo Guang was even more displeased.

It's time to add some "capable men" to the court.

But Huo Guang raised his head and looked at the emperor. It might not be that easy to install his cronies in the "Chaotang" in the future.

"Veteran Huo Guang and his ministers send greetings to His Majesty the Emperor." Huo Guang bowed and asked.

"The ministers greet His Majesty the Emperor!" All the ministers paid their respects.

Huo Guang relaxed a little when he heard the chorus of obeisances coming from behind him. At least no one stood up and said, "Huo Guang should not accept the obeisances."

"My lords, please get back on your feet. The weather is too cold, so there is no need to bow down when we have something to do today." the emperor said.

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

The ministers sat down, and the court meeting, which had been suspended for more than ten days, finally returned to normal.

Liu He looked down at the current arrangement of these courtiers and was very satisfied.

After some planning, he and his father Zhong were already in a [-]-[-] tie in the court, and Zhongfu was [-]-[-] and he was [-]-[-].

"Father Zhong has been ill for more than ten days in a row. I am very worried. I wonder if Father Zhong has recovered from his illness?" Liu He asked gently.

"Your Majesty, I am sorry that my illness is no longer serious." Huo Guang said lightly. In fact, the illness has not been cured, and he feels that his energy is not as good as before.

"With this improvement, the weather in Chang'an City is getting colder day by day, and I'm afraid it will get even colder in the future. Not only Father Zhong, but also all my dear friends, please take care of your health."

"Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty." All the courtiers replied in unison.

"Okay, let's start today's court meeting. Father Zhong is the assistant minister, so he will still preside over it." Liu He handed the words to Huo Guang.

Although Liu He had reached a "deal" with Huo Guang that night, he still had some worries. Will Huo Guang keep his promise and allow him to take charge?
Could it be possible to take advantage of these few days to create any backup plans?
Although Xiuyiwei did not bring any more news, Liu He still had to worry - no wonder the emperors in the past dynasties had a jealous heart, which was all forced out.

Fortunately, Liu He didn't wait too long. Huo Guang stood up and came to the hall.

"His Majesty has been on the throne for a few months, and the government in the court has been harmonious and harmonious. All kinds of improvements have been made, and the world has praised him..."

What Huo Guang said from now on were just clichés and empty words that the world used to praise the emperor. They had nothing new, but they had to be said.

As for the other courtiers, they all lowered their heads slightly, looked at their own cases, and listened calmly.

"Especially in the past few days when I have been ill, Your Majesty is still able to manage the government affairs in an orderly manner, without leaving a trace behind."

"Nothing is neglected in matters concerning the county and country's accounting and reporting, the county and country's tax payment, and the renovation of cities in the north."

"I am very pleased. I suddenly realized that Your Majesty not only looks like a wise king, but is already a wise king. Therefore..."

"Therefore, General Sima, Chief Secretary, and Marquis of Bolu, Huo Guang, respectfully invite your Majesty to take over the administration!"

After saying this, Huo Guang, with an indifferent expression, solemnly bowed down in the hall.

From the moment Huo Guang opened his mouth, Liu He's heart was beating wildly, and he wished he could agree right now.

However, he now has to pretend to be calm and wait for other courtiers to express their opinions.

"Old minister Cai Yi, the imperial censor, seconded the proposal of the general, and respectfully invites your majesty to take charge!"

"Wei Chen, the right general, Guang Luxun Zhang Anshi, seconded the general general, and respectfully invites your majesty to take charge!"

"Wei Chen Zongzheng Liu De..."

"Wei Chen Shaofu Bingji..."

"Wei Chen Ting Wei Li Guang..."

The news that the general wants the emperor to rule personally has been known to everyone in Chang'an City in the past few days.

The Huo party got news about the general; the imperial party got news about the emperor; the wall grass has a sensitive sense of smell, so naturally it can smell some smells...

Therefore, no one will stand up to object at this moment.

In the middle of the front hall, many people quickly bowed down - it was somewhat similar to the situation when hundreds of officials gathered to attack "Huo Guang" that day.

But unlike the hidden flashes of swords and swords that day, the atmosphere today was extremely harmonious.

The opportunity to take over the power of the government in an upright and fair manner was placed in front of Liu He. He only had to nod slightly to get it.

But he suppressed his emotions and didn't say much.

He had performed the routine of three invitations and three resignations once when he was in Changyi State, and now he had to perform it again in Chang'an City.

Liu He "yielded" and said: "I am only 15 years old now. I am still young. I am afraid that I cannot be in charge."

In order to make Liu He and Shangguan Queen Mother commensurate with each other as mother and son, the "false reduction" in age is a hidden danger for Liu He and must be eliminated at the same time.

"Your Majesty was originally nineteen, but he changed his age by a few years just to better inherit the throne. If he cannot take charge of the government because of this, the old minister will die!"

The one who stood up and spoke was Cai Yi. He was the one who came up with this "bad idea" that day. Let him do it now.

Cai Yi continued without blushing and without a beating heart: "This matter is not difficult to handle. If we change the age of Queen Mother Shangguan to fifteen or sixteen years, we will solve the dilemma!"

With this coming and going, the Empress Dowager Shangguan changed from a 15-year-old girl to a 35-year-old young woman. Cai Yi is really a talent-then I'm afraid Emperor Xiaozhao's age will also have to be changed.

Fortunately, a woman and a dead person are actually not that important.

Liu He said "Secondly": "Although I am 19 years old, I am still not old enough to be crowned. I am afraid that I will be criticized by the world if I go into politics first just to be educated."

Dahonglu Wei Xian said: "Emperor Xiaowu performed the crowning ceremony when he was 16 years old, King Zhou Wen performed the crowning ceremony when he was 12 years old, and King Zhou Cheng performed the crowning ceremony when he was 15 years old. The emperor has destiny, and he does not need to be twenty to perform the crowning ceremony, which is in line with the ancestral system. Etiquette.”

Wei Xian only said half of what he said. Although these kings were crowned, they did not personally govern. However, the second half of the sentence was contrary to today's events, so I skipped it.Liu He made "three concessions" and said: "The general has been assisting the government for more than ten years, and the Han Dynasty has become better and better every day. Only if the general assists the government will we, the Han Dynasty, be more prosperous."

Huo Guang was a little hesitant and displeased, but he still said: "I am just a minister, how dare you compare with the emperor. If your majesty does not personally govern, I will be killed on the spot."

The "performance" of three requests and three concessions came to a successful conclusion with the cooperation of the officials.

Liu He no longer has the need to pretend.

He stood up from the couch, took a step forward, and said reluctantly: "Although I am scared, I cannot refuse the invitation of the ministers. I am willing to personally govern!"

"Your Majesty Shengming!"

"All the gentlemen are flat."

Three requests and three concessions are not just a formality, but a proof.

The reason is very simple. Power is never given by others, but snatched by oneself.

Being able to make the domineering auxiliary minister Huo Guang give up his power has proved the emperor's ability.

Starting today, the center of power of the Han Dynasty has officially and legitimately been transferred to the hands of the emperor.

It's true, it's very important.

To reciprocate the favor, Liu He also wanted to give Huo Guang what he promised.

"The great general Huo Guang has assisted in the administration of three dynasties, and has worked hard and achieved great results. I will give him an iron certificate of elixir, which will save you from three deaths and your descendants from one!"

Liu He's words caused a burst of discussion among the courtiers who prostrated themselves on the ground.

Iron coupons from elixirs are common, but this is the first time I have heard of iron coupons from elixirs that can avoid death.

For a moment, the courtiers in the front hall, whether on the left or right, were a little dazed and shocked.

Avoiding death three times is unheard of.

In the Han Dynasty, the monarchy could not be as arbitrary as in later generations, and was still subject to many things.

The other half of the iron coupon of the alchemy book is to be stored in the high temple, which means that even the emperor cannot regret it.

"Father Zhong, are you willing to accept this reward? If you don't, it will make me feel cold."

"The emperor is so kind to you that I dare not refuse it. Old minister Huo Guang, thank you for the reward!"

The monarch and his ministers are well behaved and their appearance is impeccable, which can be regarded as a model.

When the emperor was in charge, there should have been many etiquettes. This was something Tai Chang and the Shaofu planned. Liu He omitted all the complicated etiquette on the grounds of "saving money" and was praised again.

There are three things a new official should do when he takes office, especially when a new king takes charge.

Liu He had many things that he wanted to do immediately, but he couldn't do them today, otherwise he would inevitably appear to be acting too hastily.

It will take a few more days before many things in the court can begin to be taken care of.

So today, he will be the puppet for the last day.

"Father Zhong, is there any good news from the army that has been sent to Mobei in the past few days?" Liu He asked.

"Reporting to Your Majesty, no good news has been received yet, but I guess that our Han army should have achieved a great victory at this moment, but it will take some time to deliver the good news." Huo Guang said proudly.

Speculation?should?Father Zhong was a little too careless.To speculate on military and state affairs at will is inevitable, and it is inevitable that Wen Tian and Wu Xi are suspected.

Liu He was dissatisfied, but he did not show it on his face. He still smiled and said: "The court meeting has been suspended for a few days. Then Father Zhong, please tell me and the ministers about military affairs."

"promise!"

Huo Guang shook his robes, and after regaining his posture, he came to the palace again and began to report military affairs.

Indeed, as he said, there wasn't much worth listening to.

"The ministries are advancing towards Dragon City, searching for the Xiongnu royal court."

"The Huns are invincible and do not dare to fight."

"It's freezing cold, General Fan Mingyou takes the lead."

……

To put it bluntly, they are all things that have no practical value.

What is really valuable is the manpower and inability Huo Guang reported every day.

Liu He did some mental calculations. In this month, the most shocking thing was the consumption of grain, grass, horses and fodder and the loss of soldiers and labor.

The total amount of grain, grass and horse fodder consumed was converted into money, which cost at least 30 million yuan; and there were more than [-] soldiers transporting grain, grass, horse fodder and fodder.

The number of casualties of the Han troops on the front line has not yet been determined, but more than [-] soldiers were killed or injured in the military service.

This is still the number of casualties reported to the General's Mansion from various places. It is unknown how many more casualties there are that have been concealed.

After Huo Guang finished what he should say, the emperor was speechless. All the courtiers looked over and saw a sad look on the emperor's face.

"Can the court compensate the dead and injured soldiers?"

"There will be a reward for the injured, and a funeral for the dead." Huo Guang said calmly.

"How much are each?" Liu He asked.

"Three thousand for the injured and five thousand for the dead."

Just buying someone's life for three to five thousand dollars, how can there be any fairness in this?

Liu He lowered his head and looked at the pieces of nanmu in front of him. He put it on the market and bought it. It was estimated to be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Is the life of this great Han citizen, the leader of Guizhou, so cheap?It's not even as valuable as a horse from a rich family.

For a moment, Liu He felt that the front hall with its carved pillars was emitting an oppressive smell of blood.

"The soldiers who transported grain and grass also sacrificed their lives for the country. When they died, the big man owed them. How can the money given to them be called reward?"

"From today onwards, in all counties and counties in Guanzhong, those with a household of more than one million will receive an additional thousand yuan of 'injury tax' every year, which will be used to pay officials and soldiers who were injured and killed in the line of duty. The injured will receive a thousand yuan every year. Two thousand a year for the deceased.”

The emperor is raising taxes nakedly, and the targets of the tax increase are still the rich and powerful. This is not a good thing.

Huo Guang wanted to stand up and dissuade him for a moment, but considering that the emperor had just taken office, if he tried to dissuade him immediately, he might make it difficult for the emperor to step down.

Well, for a family with a net worth of more than one million, a thousand dollars a year doesn't seem to be much, and it won't reach the point where the "people" are vocal, so it's just too much.

Thinking of this, Huo Guang immediately said: "Your Majesty is filial and kind, and he can be called a benevolent king!"

All the courtiers naturally followed his example and praised the emperor.

Listening to these flattering words, Liu He was not particularly happy.

Just raising this small amount of tax is definitely not enough. After taking office, there are still many things that can be done.

Huo Guang's military affairs report was quickly completed, and the front hall became deserted again.

The courtiers did not dare to slack off, nor did they show any intention of leaving.

The last moment of the court meeting is now called "the emperor's moment" by the courtiers, because the emperor always proposes some shocking things at this time, so they all wait.

But today, Liu He really had nothing to say.

"Who else would you like to report? If you have something to report, you can retreat if nothing happens." Liu He said slowly.

Everyone was silent and finally began to slack off a little.

However, at this moment, a strange and trembling voice came from the back of the crowd.

"I have something to report!" Perhaps because he was too nervous, this person actually forgot to report his official position.

"Wei Chen has something to report!" The man shouted again, and everyone finally discovered that this man was Zuo Fengyi Anle.

The number of people participating in Umrah meetings is not fixed.

One is the three gongs and nine ministers and their second officer on the left.

The second is the important ministers and left-hand officials of the government.

The third is the generals related to military affairs.

The fourth is the third auxiliary officer and the third auxiliary captain.

The fifth is the people specially summoned by the emperor, such as Taixue Ling, various officials, etc.

Because official positions overlap, sometimes they may not be in Chang'an. Generally speaking, there are about thirty to fifty people participating in the small court meeting.

There are many people on leave and absent today, so there are only 30 people.

But even if there are only 30 people, the status of the third auxiliary officer is actually low, and he can only stand at the back.

Zuo Fengyi happened to be the one with the lowest status among the three auxiliary officers.

In the past, these people would not take the initiative to report anything at court meetings. If they had any issues, they could just report it directly to the Shangshu Office.

What happened to Zuo Fengyi today? He actually wanted to stand out and be the first person.

Liu He also saw that Anle was happy. He was a little surprised that this wallflower would come forward on such an important day.

Not only unexpected, but interesting.

"Is Zuo Fengyi Anle?" Liu He asked knowingly.

"It's Weichen!"

"If you have anything to do, come up front and report it."

"only!"

After a burst of noise, Anle came to the middle of the front hall in a panic.

"What do you want to report to An Qing?"

"Weak minister Zuo Feng Yi is in peace. He accuses the current Taichang of corruption, perverting the law, pretending to be ill to leave the court, and deceiving the emperor. Please ask your majesty to arrest him and send him to the imperial prison to investigate his guilt!"

After Anle said that, he immediately picked up the memorial prepared in advance with both hands and raised it high above his head. The thin memorial trembled slightly in his hands.

Huo Guang, who was standing aside, staggered and almost fainted.

Could it be the emperor's conspiracy? Could it be that he had just taken over the throne and was immediately planning to attack him again?
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