Great Qin had a prosperous age

Chapter 480 Spring and Autumn Judgment (please give me a monthly recommendation ticket!)

In the Imperial Palace, hundreds of celebrities gathered together to discuss this issue in small groups.

People from military schools, famous schools, strategists, yin and yang schools, and Taoists naturally watched the excitement from the sidelines.

Anyway, this matter has nothing to do with them.

Regarding this court meeting, it directly alarmed the person in Xianyang Palace and Meng Yi, the highest judicial officer of the empire.

Meng Yi never falls in love with the law!

A stick of incense passed, and Chunyu Yue sat peacefully in the hall.

Confucianism and law are not contradictory, but completely opposite.

What Chunyu Yue is fighting for today is not just this small issue. If he wins, it means that aristocratic politics will continue.

The aristocratic politics itself is contrary to the emperor system.

Bureaucracy takes the path of centralization, while aristocracy takes the path of co-governance.

What Chunyu Yue wanted was for Confucians to not only participate in politics, but also to co-govern with His Majesty the Emperor.

The Legalists were still frightened by the new emperor's determination in the court and did not dare to speak out.But the Confucians are already fighting.

Xianyang Palace, nine feet tall, slender figure, with a stern look on his face, Tingwei hurried into Zhangtai wearing court clothes.

The candles burned silently in the room. When Tingwei heard the whole story, he calmly remonstrated with the emperor:

"Your Majesty, there is a saying in Confucianism: Cultivate one's moral character, harmonize one's family, govern the country, and bring peace to the world. What you wish for is also the wish of the Confucian students in the world. Your Majesty has established Confucianism in the court today, but in the future, I am afraid that there will no longer be a place for the Confucian family in this country. .”

Fusu frowned.

"My decision has been made and the edict has been issued. It is absolutely impossible to change this matter. The reason why I made such a big sacrifice is to make the people of the world submit to me."

"The case brought up by Chunyu Yue is not nonsense. Since the birth of the law, ethics and legal principles cannot be taken into consideration."

"I called Lieutenant Ting here because I want to hear what Lieutenant Ting thinks."

Meng Yi said:

"If my father kills someone and his son hides him, should his son sit down together? If he wants to be judged by his ministers, he must do it according to the law. His son should also sit down together."

Fusu naturally shook his head after hearing this.

Fusu looked at Meng Yi, a court lieutenant who was proficient in the laws of Qin, loyal to the empire, and came from a family with military exploits.Although he is young, he is a staunch supporter of Legalism.

Under Fusu's initiative, Qin State had already changed its criminal law once, but this change only expanded the scope of adaptability, and the law itself was still very harsh.

There are few mistakes, but there are also serious crimes.

There are many criminal laws such as corporal punishment and tattoo punishment.

So this means that Qin Fa is still like a wolf, tiger or leopard to the people.Harsh government, hence its name.

But Ying Zheng once warned Fusu not to talk about this matter anymore.

Yes, Fusu was the emperor of Qin and the heir to the Ying Qin royal family. If he jumped out and openly said that Qin's laws were not good, how many courtiers would be dissatisfied.

Moreover, the laws of Qin have been changed once.

It doesn't work if you change it once, but if you have to change it again, won't it make the officials and people feel that the emperor is not safe.

But now that Fusu has come this far, he is just a little short of achieving his political goals.

This practical legal issue raised by Chun Yuyue will provide a reference for all future legal issues.

"Does Wei Ting think there is only one solution to this matter?"

Seeing that the second emperor was dissatisfied, Ting Wei knew that the emperor planned to pardon the person in this case.Then this means that His Majesty the Emperor really intends to use the Confucian set of etiquette and righteousness to govern the world.

"Your Majesty - Ever since Shang Yang's reform, our country of Qin has been making decisions in accordance with the law. If I act selfishly today, how can our Qin law serve the public? If I change my order in the morning and night, it will be difficult to serve the public."

After hearing this, Fusu was not angry, but asked leisurely:
"I heard that Tingwei has many children. If I punish Tingwei today and your children sit together, how can Tingwei tolerate it?"

Meng Yi, who always looked upright and stood proudly among the ministers, turned pale at this time.

But then, Meng Yi became cruel and bowed directly to Fusu.

"Your Majesty, if I really make a mistake, I will not ask your Majesty to show mercy to me."

After hearing this, Fusu was also moved by Meng Yi's integrity.

Fusu widened his sleeves and said in admiration:
"In the past, when the late emperor was still alive, he publicly praised Dazhuguo and Tingwei in the court, and called them "loyal and trustworthy" in the court. I am convinced today."

Meng Yi frowned.

"Your Majesty, if I am today's Afa, I cannot bear the word 'faith'."

When Fusu heard this, the last smile on his face disappeared.

Question:

"Why did Tingwei ask for a 'letter'?"

Meng Yi said:

"Of course it is to be loyal to His Majesty the Emperor."

"I heard that you can't have your cake and eat it too. I want you to make a choice between my world and your 'faith'. What will you do?"

The conversation between the two changed and it turned out to be Mencius' debate topic.

As Meng Yi, a legalist who pursues practical interests, he should naturally choose to survive; but he has just said that he wants to pursue faith.

But Meng Yi didn't hesitate at all.

"Comparing His Majesty's great cause of the country and the country with my humble integrity, I naturally choose the former. Without the late emperor and Your Majesty, how could I be where I am today?"

"Ting Wei is very loyal." Fusu paused for a moment and then said: "You are such a loyal minister, how could I trap you in an unjust situation?"

"I thank your Majesty for your trust and love."

"Although this case is small, it involves the conflict between Confucianism and Legalism. I have expected that the promotion of Confucianism in the country will definitely encounter resistance. But I always remember that when King Wuling of Zhao promoted Hufu riding and shooting, His prime minister Fei Yi responded to King Zhao Wuling’s confusion.”

"Doubtful things have no merit, and doubtful deeds have no name. The king has already taken care of the legacy and has almost no regard for the opinions of the world. The man who talks about the most virtuous people will not be in harmony with the common people, and the man who achieves great achievements will not seek publicity. A fool will do it secretly, but a wise man will see it. If there is no shape, then the king will have no doubts. King Wuling of Zhao then promoted riding and shooting in Hu clothes."

"Today, if I want to maintain the glorious achievements of my ancestors, I must completely resolve the confusion among people in the world. If I want to deal with this matter, I have to work hard on culture and education. So what if I bear some infamy."

After Meng Yi heard this, the tight muscles on his cheeks relaxed.

It turns out that His Majesty the Emperor had expected this to happen.

"In the past, when Your Majesty was in the East Palace, the late Emperor once praised Your Majesty to his ministers, saying that His Majesty always said, 'Even if there are thousands of people, I will go.' No matter how many difficulties lie ahead, His Majesty will do his best to overcome them to achieve his goal."

"At that time, the late emperor called his majesty 'a lonely and brave man'. When I heard it today, I understood the meaning of the late emperor's words. Since your majesty, the emperor, insists on following the example of our two great talents, King Xiaowen of Qin and King Wuling of Zhao, and has the courage to I am not as talented as Shang Yang, but I am willing to help your majesty to reform and make new things."

"I wonder how your Majesty thinks this case should be decided? It should be noted that this law is like your Majesty's golden words. How can it be changed again and again. I sincerely ask your Majesty to think deeply about it, otherwise you will be summoned to the court. All the ministers and officials are here to discuss this together."

Fusu waved his hand, he already had an idea of ​​how to deal with it.

"Has Tingwei read "Spring and Autumn"?"

"Of course I have read a little bit, but not as deeply as Han Feizi's articles."

"Where do you think "Spring and Autumn" is going to be?"

Wei Ting paused.

"Promote the way of Confucianism."

"Kings, kings, ministers, fathers and sons are human relations. Why don't we in Qin use them? What I want is for the people of the world to be loyal to me. But if I just want everyone in the world to be loyal to me, but I don't want the people of the world to practice filial piety, In this case, can our Qin country last long?"

Meng Yi naturally shook his head.

"What does Your Majesty think?"

"I have decided to implement the 'Spring and Autumn Prison Judgment' from today. I think that to break a prison depends not only on the law, but also on the "Spring and Autumn Annals". From now on, you, Ting Wei, will preside over this matter. Dali Temple specializes in managing all kinds of prisons and prisons in the world. And this Dali Temple is naturally in charge of you."

After hearing this, Wei Ting was a little flattered.

The emperor never seemed to have any intention of promoting Meng Yi.

And he can't be promoted anymore, Meng Yi is already Shangqing, if he is promoted again, he will become a Sangong, this is something Meng Tian dare not think about.

"I thank Your Majesty Long En."

"In this Dali Temple, it stands to reason that the new official residence will have to be rebuilt. However, I have considered that there are many criminal cases in the world and cannot be delayed. Moreover, the Tingwei Mansion is not impressive enough now. Therefore, I decided to renovate the former post house. It was renamed Dali Temple and was specifically responsible for breaking the prison."

"Fortunately, this former post house was proposed to be renovated by the Ministry of Industry order a few months ago, but now it seems that it should be renamed as a Dali Temple."

"In this way, Dali Temple will be located within the imperial city. This will also make it easier for you to do things, so that you will not have to run between the palace and the mansion."

The emperor sympathized with Meng Yi, and Meng Yi was naturally happy after hearing this.

"Your Majesty's orders will be obeyed."

Fusu looked at Meng Yi and hesitated for a long time.

"In our country of Qin, there are many empty positions with high status, but no one is in office. The same is true for Taiwei and Sikou. Since you will be in charge of Dali Temple in the future, I will promote you to Sikou."

"There is no need to discuss this legal matter with other ministers. You can just follow my orders directly. Therefore, this Dali Temple will be directly under my command from now on. You no longer need to report to the Prime Minister."

Originally, it wasn't a big deal for Meng Yi to change from Tingwei to Sikou, but now, this Sikou actually has the same status as the prime minister.

"only."

"I want you to fill this Dali Temple with Confucian celebrities. I will send Confucian scholars Gongsun Yin and Fu Sheng to help you solve the case. Every time a case is accumulated, it will be written down in this "Spring and Autumn Judgment", and it will be regarded as the official of Qin in the world. refer to."

Speaking of this, Meng Yi's expression changed slightly.

Didn't this Confucian scholar enter Dali Temple to let the Confucian scholars resolve the case?

"Meng Yi, it is my original intention to support Confucianism in the court, but do you know why I want to leave this Dali Temple to you to manage?"

"Your Majesty is worried that our country of Qin will really be dominated by Confucian scholars from now on."

Fusu was naturally relieved after hearing this.

Fusu took Wei Ting's hand and said sincerely:

"I need Confucianism, thinking that our Qin country will win the hearts of the world. The late husband sent millions of troops to annex the world, and became known as a tiger and wolf. I also received news about the nobles of the six countries. They were not willing to give up, and just fled to Wild places, waiting for opportunity.”

"The troubles of the Six Kingdoms have not yet been eradicated, and the head of Guizhou in the world has no one to rely on. I urgently need capable ministers and generals to help me appease people's hearts. The establishment of Confucianism is to borrow the name of Confucius and Mencius' benevolence and righteousness."

"But Tingwei, you also know what Legalism means to the emperor system created by the late emperor. Although I am focused on the stability of the past few decades, I have not failed to consider future generations."

"In the past, His Majesty the Emperor wanted to connect the Great Wall for the benefit of future generations. However, if the Xiongnu troops were not eradicated, they would only grow again and again, endlessly. Therefore, I took over this matter from the late emperor, thinking that I would defeat the Xiongnu. , destroy their clan."

"Now that I intend to unify the hearts of the people, the art of Legalism is the art of emperors, and how can it be the art of civilized education in the world? I have no choice but to use Confucianism as a whitewash for my Legalism."

"But in this Spring and Autumn Period, I hope to highlight the excellence of Legalist techniques, and Confucianism is just a supplement. In this Spring and Autumn Period, what should permeate is Legalist thought, and Confucian techniques only serve to It is for auxiliary purposes. I don’t want Confucian techniques to backfire after a few years, which will endanger future generations.”

"I leave the power of this legislation to you."

This task is not easy.

But after Fusu said something, Meng Yi immediately bowed and bowed solemnly.

"Your Majesty, don't worry. I will definitely hand over the "Spring and Autumn Judgment" to your Majesty's satisfaction. It is the new law for our country of Qin."

In Taixue, Confucianism and Legalism were already in a heated debate.

Chunyu Yue was motionless, stroking his goatee and listening to the discussions of the people on both sides with a calm expression.

It was already midday, and these old gentlemen were arguing one by one. Naturally they were hungry, but no one wanted to show weakness.

For Confucianists, this is a good opportunity to come forward and be reused.

For Legalists, this is a level that will make Legalists buried from now on.

But at this time, Tingwei drove over with the emperor's edict.

The announcement of the Visitor Order made the whole hall fall into silence. This was an edict that judged the life and death of Legalism and the future of Confucianism.

These old ministers kept silent, bowed their heads and listened attentively.

"Your Majesty has an edict that Confucianism is the science of governing the world. Therefore, in today's case, according to Qin law, if the father commits a crime, he will be prosecuted. However, if the son hides his father, he can be acquitted to preserve filial piety."

Meng Yi, who was nine feet tall, tall and proud, had a solemn and profound look on his face. He announced the matter in front of the Legalists with a solemn expression. Many Confucians laughed immediately in the court.

But Meng Yi's expression did not change. He just scanned around the large room, only to see Zhou Qingchen and Gongsun Yinwei smiling, still with their heads lowered.

As for Fu Sheng and Chun Yu Yue, they both looked at each other and smiled.

Meng Yi knew in his heart that Fu Sheng was not someone who could be entrusted with great power.

After the edict was read out, Meng Yi did not leave. He still came to discuss with these courtiers under the edict today.

On the way here, Meng Yi, who is well versed in the law, immediately realized a rule.

It means hiding from each other.

The principle of relative concealment is a judicial principle under which certain relatives can conceal crimes among themselves.

　In fact, the protagonist was deliberately turned into a robot with no emotion.National affairs, national affairs, national affairs, the second generation is full of national affairs.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)