Ji Tang

Chapter 695 Visit
"The establishment of laws must not only take into account the people's behavioral norms, but also add human sentiments to the legal principles. People's sentiments vary from place to place, and the same law may have completely opposite results in different places."

"In order to make the law less cold, adding in the power of enlightenment may have different results."

"in addition!"

He glanced at Kong Yingda and said: "Confucian teachings over the years have made the common people accustomed to it. With Master Kong on the side, a lot of inappropriate criminal laws will be reduced."

"Your Majesty, please be enlightened!"

At this time, not only Li Shimin was stunned, but also the generals and civilian officials were also in a daze.

Although Ji Song has never denied Confucian teachings, judging from his behavior, he must be rejecting it, but now he wants Confucian masters to modify the law together?
"I'm ready!"

Li Shimin didn't think much about it. As an emperor, there are some things that he can see more clearly than his ministers.Cold criminal laws will only make people fearful.

But when time goes by and the fear disappears, you can still do what you need to do without any fear at all.

Educating the people is also one of the emperor's responsibilities. He has discovered this problem a long time ago, but has been suffering from no good solution and can only put it aside.

But Ji Song now added Confucianism to the mix. Thinking of the Confucian way of doing things in the past thousand years, he seemed to understand a little bit.

Sometimes soft knives are more difficult to guard against than bright knives, and subtle changes in people's hearts are completed.

"Your Majesty is wise, and I must carefully examine the law in order to benefit from the saint's enlightenment."

"Your Majesty Shengming!"

Not only Kong Yingda was beaming with joy, but other civil servants also flattered the emperor wildly.

Then some other things were discussed, and even Ji Song's position as Minister of War was emphasized again, as if he was worried that others would not know.

After going to court, Fang Xuanling called Ji Song to stop.

"Would you like to go take a look and have a good chat with those people beforehand?"

Ji Song was stunned when he heard this. Seeing Fang Xuanling's serious expression, he immediately understood what he meant!
He shook his head and said, "No, I don't have a good temper. Don't start a fight then."

"You, you can't sit down and talk about anything, you have to make a fuss!"

Fang Xuanling shook his head and smiled bitterly, knowing that this was the case.During this period of time, he was tortured a lot by these people. Fortunately, the officials knew some sense of propriety and did not dare to really let him, the prime minister of the dynasty, step down.

But those laws among the people are not good enough. Everyone insists on their own opinions, and no one can convince anyone, so they drag him to be the judge.

When he had time to listen to their chatter, he could only offer a few words of persuasion to each other, but nothing happened in the end.

"In a few days, the law is a matter of benevolence and wisdom. They all want to add laws that are beneficial to themselves into the laws of the Tang Dynasty, but how can it be so cheap? How can they just let them do whatever they want?"

"Wait, let them argue first, maybe they will understand if they argue." He said nonchalantly.

"Forget it, you can take care of this matter, but don't take too long. You can also get some snacks from the Ministry of War. Don't delay the things His Majesty has given you."

After saying that, he ignored Ji Song, who looked unhappy, and left quickly!
"Damn it, it's fine if you don't get a salary, I admit it. But this is treating people like donkeys, there's no such thing."

Of course, he is just complaining and has to do what needs to be done, otherwise he will never get any good results.

He deliberately avoided some generals and ran away quickly.

"Brother Song, my brother is not telling you, why are you still riding this horse after it has become like this? Your family is not short of that little money. As for catching one and using it to die?"

When he arrived at Zhuque Gate, Cheng Chusi was ridiculed. Just now he was really worried that the old man would suddenly die.

"You know what the heck, okay, just look at your front door. I'm leaving first. Come and sit at home when you have time."

After saying that, he took Honglei and left. This time he didn't ride, but just led her back.

"Boss, he said we were gatekeepers?" the deputy general said angrily.

"Get lost! Just look at the gate when you look at it. It's also the gate of the palace. Others who want to do this haven't had a chance yet. Just be content." Cheng Chusi scolded with a smile.Return to the Hou Mansion and tell Lao Zheng to thank guests behind closed doors and see no one!
When he came to the study, he started writing and drawing. No one knew what he was doing.

It wasn't until the next day that Lao Zheng came to say that someone was visiting.

"Who is he again? Didn't I just say that I can't see him? He just said that I'm not here and sent him away quickly."

Lao Zheng hesitated and said: "They said they came to see the Marquis and asked about amending the law."

Ji Song was stunned and asked: "What's your name?"

"Dizhisun and Pei Hongxian!"

Oh, it's them!

When I thought about it, I knew why they were here.I am considered their recommender, so it is normal for me to come and visit.He didn't want to be like Wei Zheng, who turned away people when they came to visit him, making him look like an enemy.

"Go ask them to come in."

"promise!"

After a while, Lao Zheng led the two of them to him, and Di Zhisun stopped talking. They were old acquaintances.This was the first time I met Pei Hongxian. He was in his 30s, which is when he was in the prime of life.

"Di Zhixun!"

"Pei Hongxian!"

"See you Lord Hou!"

Ji Song nodded and said with a smile: "No need to be polite, we will all work together in the future, and you will need to pay more attention."

"Come on, sit down first, and let's talk slowly."

He brought Dahongpao and soaked them in it.A refreshing aroma surrounded their noses, making them feel refreshed.

"This" the two of them were suddenly a little surprised, the tea was so fragrant.

"This is tea leaves grown on a thousand-year-old tea tree. It only weighs a dozen kilograms every year. Except for a few people, not many people have tasted it. Your Majesty always grabs some and takes it back when he is free."

When he talks about this, he looks distressed, as if he is very dissatisfied.

The two looked at each other and saw the surprise in each other's eyes!

"Master Marquis, it's a blessing. This is the first time I've tasted such good tea. It's a worthwhile trip. It's a worthwhile trip!"

After tea three times, Ji Song smiled at the two of them and said, "I'm taking the liberty of inviting you two over this time. I hope you won't blame me."

"The Marquis has defeated the lower official. It is the lower official's blessing to be valued by the Marquis, but he will definitely obey his orders."

Pei Hongxian quickly stood up and said.

He was telling the truth. He was a long-time prince. After Li Ke withdrew from the competition for the throne, he was basically idle. This time, he was so happy to be valued by the current Marquis Hao.
What is Ji Song's status in the Tang Dynasty?Who doesn't know about it as long as you have a little bit of status?If you can be valued by this person, you will definitely not waste your time in the future.

Di Zhisun was a bit complicated. Last time he declined the offer to accept his son as a disciple, but this was the case when they met again!

"You don't have to be like this. I also heard that you have unique insights into the law. I transferred you here in the hope that you can make the best use of your talents. You just need to concentrate on your work. I will handle other matters for you. If there is anyone who is disobedient, please tell me directly. Hou is."

Ji Song's all-encompassing attitude made the two of them feel completely at ease.They are all pragmatic officials, and they are least good at dealing with other people.

Now they only need to do things and don't need to worry about other things, which is the best for them.

The two of them breathed a sigh of relief at the same time, and Ji Song laughed secretly in his heart!

(End of this chapter)