I have lived forever since the end of Qin Dynasty

Chapter 360 Chen Luo meets Han Wu

September 20th, Shen Shi.

A simple carriage stopped outside Chang'an Palace.

Many years later, when Zhang An, a captain of thousands, was galloping on the Mobei grassland, he would definitely think of that distant afternoon when he first saw the glorious palace gate, even though he had not entered or been rewarded for his merits at that time.

"A Zhang, I'm going in first. Just wait quietly outside. If someone comes to ask for trouble, don't fight back. Take note of the other person's appearance and tell me when the time comes." Chen Luo got off the carriage and patiently gave instructions. One sentence.

There is nothing wrong with being careful.

Sometimes the enemy wants to seize on your weaknesses, and they don't necessarily have to attack you personally. Instead, they may start with people close to you, take advantage of their shortcomings, and finally bring trouble to you.

"Wei. Lord, please rest assured, even if someone steps on my face, I will not cause trouble for you." Zhang An nodded solemnly.

He knew that his master was someone who would do great things, and he could not hold him back.

Chen Luo rubbed his chin and said in an extremely calm tone: "If someone really dares to step on your face and bully us, then I will help you cut off his foot."

Tolerance is to avoid stepping into the enemy's trap, not to give in.

The subsequent counterattack is designed to inflict physical pain on the enemy.

After that, Chen Luo walked to the palace gate, informed the soldiers guarding the gate of his name, and was then taken to Weiyang Palace by the eunuch to meet Liu Che.

Walking on the stone road, the eunuch in front of him spoke in a low voice with curiosity: "Is this the first time Mr. Chen has entered the palace to meet a saint in private?"

Chen Luo currently does not have an official status. Although he will inherit the title of marquis, his title is not yet deficient.

Therefore, the eunuchs called him Mr. Chen instead of Mr. Chen based on his age.

This is a basic requirement for observing words and colors.

"Well, almost." Chen Luo nodded.

Hearing this, the eunuch laughed and said, "Mr. Chen, what you said is interesting, how can this matter be so similar?

But I see that your calm appearance is more stable than the officials in those places. "

He is an old man who has been in the palace since the late emperor's time. He has seen many officials who are extremely nervous when they have a private audience. They are afraid of wolves and tigers, for fear that they will behave wrongly.

With this kind of mentality, problems are most likely to occur. Even if the words are not wrong, it is easy to fail to express the original meaning and the original meaning is not perfectly expressed.

Even officials who have served in the local area for more than ten or twenty years are not immune to this custom.

On the contrary, Mr. Chen's expression was calm, his steps were strong and steady, and the distance and frequency of each step were difficult to detect. His mentality could not be better.

But then he thought about it, this was a descendant of the Chen family in Yangxia, so it made perfect sense.

After all, no matter how outstanding the descendants of Marquis Wenzhen of Yangxia are, he will not be surprised.

Listening to the other party's praise, Chen Luo chuckled.

I was a showman in front of Emperor Gaozu of the Han Dynasty back then. How could I feel nervous and uneasy now when I meet Liu Che who has not yet reached his mature stage?

After walking for nearly half a quarter of an hour following the route in Chen Luo's memory, the two arrived in front of Weiyang Palace.

The eunuch first walked up the steps and went in to report. Then he walked up to Chen Luo and said, "Mr. Chen, you can go in and see His Majesty."

……

Step by step, slowly stepping up the steps, Chen Luo kept thinking before officially entering Weiyang Palace.

I had met Liu Che before in the court, but it couldn't be called an effective conversation.

When the Chen family's identity in Yangxia was revealed to a small extent, Liu Che summoned him, but Zhao Wan, Wang Zang and others were all present. It was considered a semi-public conversation, and the content of the discussion was all business.

After a few superficial conversations, it was difficult for Chen Luo to have a deeper understanding of Liu Che.

As for Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty in history, the evaluation is particularly complicated.

Some people think that he is nepotistic, but the contributions made by Wei Qing and Huo Qubing have become the pinnacle of ancient Chinese military generals in foreign wars.

Some people think that he is mean and ungrateful, but military officers and civil servants, no matter how meritorious they are and how powerful they are, most of them end well.

Some people think that he is a hero who opened up new territories and expanded his territory, while others think that he is a tyrant who brought down the Han economy.

As for the fact that he deposed his queen several times, killed the prince in his later years, and killed his mother when he established a son, his character became more complicated.

Whether it is ancient literati politicians, modern Internet forums, or scholars' research papers, there is considerable controversy about Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty.

"Huh." Chen Luo breathed a sigh of relief and then walked into the hall.

No matter how complicated Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty is in the eyes of later generations, Liu Che is only half a year old and has shown a thoughtful side in the court, but he has not yet reached perfection and has not reached the point where he does not like to show off his emotions.

After saluting each other, Liu Che narrowed his eyes slightly with a smile on his face.

When he went to court, Chen Luo stood at the back, so he couldn't see carefully. Now that he was summoned in private, he had a chance to take a closer look.

The descendants of the Chen family in Yangxia are indeed extraordinary in appearance.

But what Liu Che admired most was the vitality between Chen Luo's eyebrows.

In his opinion, ability can be a little inferior, but the spirit of enterprising must be present.

"Bo Yu, the Yangxia Chen family has always had strict requirements for their children. The late emperor tried several times to conquer the country, but was declined. Now that you are willing to serve the country, you must be the most outstanding child among the younger generation of Yangxia." Liu Che His voice rose, slightly excited.

When my father was in power, he lamented to himself several times that Marquis Wenzhen of Yangxia died for the Han Dynasty and was a rare loyal minister in the world. Presumably, his descendants would also be rare loyal ministers if their fathers were like this.

Good generals are hard to find, and loyal ministers are even harder to find.

Now there is no impact from the Sima family's depraved behavior, and the loyalty and credibility between the monarch and his ministers are still maintained at a good level.

Therefore, the descendants of the Chen family in Yangxia are almost equivalent to Mingpai's loyal ministers.

Emperor Jing of the Han Dynasty was more suspicious. With such a minister who was completely worthy of his trust, how could he not want to appoint him?

In his opinion, it would be good if a descendant of the Chen family from Yangxia could come to Chang'an to work as an official, even if he held a casual position.

Chen Zhi, the Marquis of Keyang Xia, refused to conquer the land on the grounds of lack of ability, and only allowed a few of his sons to serve as local officials, and only two served as county guards. However, they refused to transfer to Chang'an Jiuqing.

Such a reaction is enough to prove that their desire for power is weak and is more in line with the definition of loyal ministers.

As a result, Liu Qi wanted the disciples of the Yangxia Chen family to assist him more and more, but he never had such an opportunity. The regret in his words impressed Liu Che deeply.

Now that he has been in charge for less than a year, a descendant of the Yangxia Chen family has entered the capital. Should he let such a good opportunity pass?

Even if the Chen Xun in front of him is a waste, as long as he can attract more disciples of the Yangxia Chen family to serve as officials, then he is willing to reuse him. At most, it will have the effect of buying horse bones for a thousand gold.

After all, the Queen Mother faction represents "filial piety" and occupies the moral high ground.

The "loyalty" that Yangxia Chen can represent belongs to another moral high ground. With the assistance of the descendants of the Chen family in Yangxia, Liu Che's voice in the court will rapidly increase. In the future, whenever there is something to be discussed, the Queen Mother must also pay attention to it, and she will never be able to change it at will like before.

What's more, Chen Luo's performance in the court and his precise timing showed that he was not mediocre.

Chen Luo said modestly: "Your Majesty, although Marquis Yangxia and Marquis Taikang are willing to support my actions, they do so because of my special status, which does not mean that my abilities are truly superior to those of the Chen family.

I personally think that outstanding young people like me have at least two talents in Yangxia, and they are all talents who can prosper the country. If I can become an official in the future, then I will take over. "

Although his words were self-effacing, they also revealed key information.

Marquis Yangxia and Marquis Taikang support me.

You must know that Chen Zhi and Chen Lu participated in the war to quell the rebellion of the Seven Kingdoms and made serious achievements. Even if they are not as good as Zhou Yafu, the top second generation Chehou, they are by no means relying on their fathers alone. The one who is in charge of Yi Ze.

So their statement is undoubtedly a shot in the arm.

As for what Chen Luo said next, he was also hinting at Liu Che.

Even though the other descendants of the Chen family in Yangxia are excellent, they will not become officials in a short time.

So I, who is currently in Chang'an, am undoubtedly the most qualified to represent the Yangxia Chen family.

After thinking for a while, Liu Che spoke and said bluntly: "This time Boyu risked his life to send a letter, expose his evil deeds, and petition for the people, which is a sign of courage.

Avoiding an ambush by bad guys is enough to show your ability.

Convincing the ministers in the early court is enough to show wisdom.

If I can't reuse you, will other capable people in the world still be willing to serve and be used by me? "

The style of political tactics he used was very different from that of Emperors Wen and Jing.

The Han Dynasties under the rule of Liu Heng and Liu Qi had conflicts that were difficult to eradicate in the courts.

These contradictions can only be appeased with gentle means. If they are brought to the surface and intensified, the consequences will become more serious.

Therefore, Emperors Wen and Jing often spoke in a reserved and hidden way, only allowing their ministers to make general guesses without stating the specific thoughts in their hearts.

Even if the decision is wrong, you will be able to take the blame when the time comes.

But Liu Che is different.

Although he was restricted by the Queen Mother, Queen Mother Dou did not actually pose a threat to the imperial power.

As for the powerful forces in the Wen and Jing dynasties, whether they were heroes or princes and kings, they were not as strong as in the past.

Therefore, Liu Che could confidently express his personal opinions, and for the ministers he valued, he directly issued appointment documents without any need to be secretive.

"I am willing to devote myself to the people of the Han Dynasty." Chen Luo stood up and worshiped, promising with a serious expression.

Now that Liu Che has extended an invitation to himself, is there any reason to refuse?

You can't do practical things by just shouting slogans. If you want to do practical things, you can only sit in the corresponding position and do it.

An honest and honest county magistrate can save thousands of people from poverty; a good county governor can save tens of thousands of people from having to worry about hunger, cold and banditry; and a prime minister with ability and ambition can make all people in the world live a relatively comfortable life. good life.

Chen Luo wanted to do more things, but as a civilian, he naturally couldn't do it.

After pondering for a moment, Liu Che slowly spoke and asked, "Then I will serve as a counselor under Zhao Wan first. What do you think, Boyu?"

Now, the only forces he has complete control over in the court are the censors under Zhao Wan and Wang Zang's guards and visitors.

He now regards Chen Luo as one of his own, and he must not be restricted by others.

Not only would it be difficult to use his talents, but targeting him at every turn would probably make Chen Luo feel cold and make him lose more than he gained.

However, there was no suitable position for Chen Luo among the official positions under the command of Wang Zang, the doctor in charge, so Liu Che chose the official position of Zhao Wan, the imperial censor doctor, who belonged to the official Yilang category, that is, a Yanguan.

Yilang's salary is 600 shi, which is a very high starting point for Chen Luo, a newcomer to officialdom.

After all, this is not the early Han Dynasty, when there were countless job vacancies.

There are a lot of people queuing up for many two-hundred-stone official positions. The starting price is six hundred stone, which is no different from a myth in the eyes of most people.

Liu Che's only worry was whether Chen Luo would think Yilang's position was too low.

Although in the eyes of ordinary people, this is already a very high starting point, but after all, he is a descendant of the Chen family in Yangxia, so he will seem a bit ordinary.

In fact, Chen Luo was quite satisfied with Liu Che's arrangement.

The time you choose to be born is very early, and you have enough time to develop.

What's more, Yilang's superior censor, the position he had held for more than ten years, Chen Luo knew exactly how to get things done.

With his identity and ability, it is impossible for him to get stuck on a certain step and refuse to go.

It starts from six hundred stones and steadily increases. After ten years, the most basic position is two thousand stones, and it is unlikely to be sent abroad. Then it will be "win two thousand stones" and become one of the nine ministers.

By the time the Han-Hungarian War officially started, he already had enough influence in the court.

So he stood up and thanked him again, with a look of satisfaction on his face.

Seeing that Chen Luo had no objection, Liu Che nodded slightly.

He likes his ministers to be energetic and enterprising, but there is a difference between this and being greedy.

If Chen Luo has made impressive achievements, he can reward him without hesitation, but before the results are achieved, he is not that patient.

After a pause, Liu Che continued to encourage him: "In the past few years, I have been appointing talents and empowering them.

Zhao Wan and Wang Zang are quite good. I hope you, Boyu, can do the same and don't live up to my expectations for you. "

Chen Luo narrowed his eyes, and then replied: "I will definitely follow the rules without making mistakes."

Hearing such an answer, Liu Che was startled at first, and then a hint of excitement appeared on his face, "Boyu also likes "Li Sao"?"

This kind of reaction is like the two-dimensional people of later generations meeting each other's brain waves and finding a like-minded person, which makes them particularly happy.

"Of course." Chen Luo took a deep breath, showing a slightly excited look, and nodded to Liu Che.

Obviously, Liu Che, like his hobbies in history, has not changed much.

The sentence just now "appoint talented people and grant them talents" is adapted from "recruit talents and grant talents" in "Li Sao", so I just followed the flow of the sentence "follow the ropes and ink without making mistakes", thinking about Liu Che If you like "Li Sao", you can understand the meaning of his words without any difficulty.

As for what he heard about it... At first, Chen Luo was still thinking about how to continue the conversation. Unexpectedly, Liu Che spoke first and asked if he had read "Li Sao", so that would be easy.

The result of a single round is that this trial has been successful.

(End of this chapter)