Chapter 182 Emperor Xiaozhao of Qi·Gao Yan
[Emperor Xiaozhao of the Northern Qi Dynasty·Gao Yan]

[Gao Yan, whose courtesy name is Yan'an. Gao Huan's sixth son and Lou Zhaojun's third son. 】

【"Beautiful appearance and magnanimity"】

[In 554 AD, -year-old Gao Yan began to participate in government affairs. 】

[He is decisive, thoughtful, far-sighted and has the world in mind. He is one of the rare sober people in the Northern Qi court. 】

[At that time, Gao Yang indulged in wine and sex and ignored government affairs. Most of the ministers followed the trend and followed the trend. Gao Yang only acted worried about state affairs, with a dull face, and gave Gao Yang blunt advice from time to time. 】

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Late Han Dynasty, Emperor Xian period
Cao Cao had a drink alone.

Who was not an upright young man at the beginning.

……

Ji Han,

Liu Bei looked at the sky.

His posthumous title is Zhao, which shows that his ability to govern should be good.

But generally using "Zhao" as the posthumous title also shows that his reign will not be very long.

Well, another British hero who died early.

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[In 560 AD, with the tacit approval of Empress Dowager Lou, Gao Yan and Gao Zhan preemptively launched a coup, killed Yang Min and others, and deposed Gao Yin as King of Jinan. Later, Gao Yan ascended the throne and proclaimed himself emperor, becoming the third member of the Northern Qi Dynasty. Three emperors. 】

[There is a saying that Emperor Xiaozhao’s civil and military skills were not bad at all, and he was an emperor worth writing about in Northern Qi Dynasty. 】

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The period of Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty
Liu Che looked at the red arrows in the pot, and then at the white arrows scattered on the ground.

He threw away the white arrow in his hand and said:

"It's not good to lose one's mind by playing with things."

"Let's take a look at the sky, just in time to see what this emperor is worth writing about."

Then he turned around and walked into the palace.

Huo Qubing looked at the red arrow in his hand and threw it casually.

"Clang!"

Looking at the red arrow thrown straight into the pot, he shook his head helplessly.

Follow Liu Che into the palace.

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Northern Qi Dynasty: Cultural and Propaganda Period
As soon as Gao Yan and Gao Zhan came in, they saw Gao Yang and a soldier drinking at the same table.

He was surprised and fell to his knees again.

"The guilty minister sees your majesty."

"My brother joins Your Majesty."

Gao Yang ignored him and just drank tea with E Yongle.

The two people left behind were uneasy.

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[Emperor Xiaozhao Gaoyan, who was originally a conservative, became a reformist as soon as he came to the throne. 】

[As soon as he came to the throne, he carried out a series of reforms in the internal and external affairs of Northern Qi. 】

[First, ambassadors were dispatched to patrol the four directions, observing customs, asking people about their sufferings, and examining gains and losses. 】

[Then he specially ordered Shangshu Yang Xiuzhi, Honglu Qing Cui Jie and others to enter the palace at any time to discuss the rituals and music of the past dynasties, official positions, land and markets, taxation, and political gains and losses. 】

[An edict was issued to release all official slaves over sixty years old and restore their free status. 】

[Ordered Guozi Temple to recruit students to teach classics, and appointed relevant officials to supervise classes. 】

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On the canopy,
Red Arrow, led by Gao Yan, once again attacks the north.

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[In November 561 AD, after listening to the advice of the prince's concubine Lu Shuhu, he eased relations with the Northern Zhou Dynasty and stopped fighting. 】

[Then he personally led his troops to attack the Kumoxi tribe in the north and chased them to Tianchi. Kumoxi bypassed the Great Wall and fled north. 】

[Emperor Xiaozhao dispatched his cavalry to pursue them on multiple routes, capturing 70,000 cattle, sheep, and livestock, and then returned in triumph. 】

[On December 29, it was stipulated that law enforcement officials such as Tingwei Zhongcheng must be sentenced in accordance with the law, and those who practice favoritism and malpractice will be sentenced to death. 】

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Northern Zhou Dynasty: Emperor Wu Period
Yu Wenyong played with a piece of jade pendant and sighed:
"Gao Yan is a man who is smart, knowledgeable, and profound."

"Because he lived in Taige for a long time, the story is clear."

"People and officials can do anything to each other."

"After the collapse of Wenxuan, we can make great changes to the past shortcomings."

"It can be called the enlightened master of our time."

"It is beyond the comparison of Gao Zhan and Gao Wei."

"But his years are not forever, so why?"

"It is true that destiny has passed away, and the foundation of Qi Yu has stopped here. God forbids it!"

The attendants Yang Jian and Wang Gui on the side were deeply convinced.

Yu Wenyong looked at it for a moment and then said:
"Get ready, it's time for Qi to die."

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[Since the Eastern Wei and Northern Qi Dynasties took control of the country, food prices have been rising, making it difficult to transport tribute grains. 】

[After Emperor Xiaozhao came to power, he carried out large-scale farming in the north and south of the Yellow River. As a result, more than 100,000 shi of grain could be obtained from the farming every year, and the food shortage problem in Hebei and other places was solved. 】

[In order to alleviate the difficulties in transporting tribute grains, granaries were set up in Hebei and other places to store grains. 】

[After Emperor Xiaozhao’s rectification, the long-standing food crisis was finally resolved. 】

[He was also a very filial emperor. Lou Zhaojun was unwell and moved to Nangong to recuperate. Emperor Xiao Zhao became emaciated and haggard due to sadness. 】

[He served Lou Zhaojun wholeheartedly for more than forty days without taking off his clothes. Whenever Lou Zhaojun's illness worsened slightly, he would lie down outside the bed. 】

[He personally manages all of Lou Zhaojun’s diet and medications. 】

[Queen Mother Lou suffers from heart disease and the pain is unbearable. 】

[Emperor Xiao Zhao stood in front of the curtain and held her fist to relieve the pain. As a result, Empress Dowager Lou's nails pierced his palm, causing blood to flow all over her hand. 】......

Big man,

Liu Bang looked at the sky and spoke to the two men below him:

"Xiao He, Zifang, do you think the big man can farm now?"

After hearing Liu Bang's words, the two of them looked at each other with expressions of waiting to watch the show.

Xiao He raised his hands and said seriously:
"Your Majesty, the strategy of farming is indeed good, but the big man cannot use it now."

Just as Liu Bang was about to ask, Zhang Liang said calmly:

"Because the big man now has less land and more people."

"There is no need and no one to farm the fields."

"Your Majesty, it's time for you to handle the government affairs seriously."

Liu Bang's expression froze, he avoided Xiao He's expectant gaze, and laughed and said:
"Hahahaha! Really, we won't talk about government affairs today!"

"Drink! Drink!"

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Yanhan·Mingdi period
Liu Zhuang looked gloomy as he looked at Gao Yan, who was serving his mother wholeheartedly in the sky.

"Fortunately, he is filial."

"His mother is still alive."

"But my mother is no longer here."

Liu Jin, who was grinning and rubbing his arms, looked at the sad Liu Zhuang and felt uncomfortable in his heart.

"Father, my child will be filial to you and my mother."

Liu Zhuang looked at Liu Jin who was rubbing his arm, threw away the stick in his hand, stepped forward, took Liu Jin's arm and rubbed it.

"You, if you take up the responsibility of being the emperor of Han Dynasty, you will be fulfilling your filial piety."

"Don't blame my father for being strict, but there must be no mistakes in this world... I'm talking to you! What are you doing with your winks!"

Liu Zhuang was saying heart-wrenching words while watching Liu Jing grit his teeth and close his eyes for a while.

Liu Jin took out his arm, wiped the sweat from his head and said:
"Father, is it possible that you are rubbing too hard and it hurts me!"

Liu Zhuang snorted with a straight face:
"Squeamish!"

Then he turned around and walked away with big steps!

Liu Jin looked at the old man leaving quickly and shook his head helplessly.

"Okay, I understand, doesn't the emperor admit his mistake?"

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Period of Jihan and Emperor Huai

Zhuge Liang looked at the performance of the leading soldiers in the sky and sighed:

"Light corvee but little wealth, diligence and compassion for others."

"A selfless favor on the inside and a loving figure on the outside."

"We have real ambitions of annexation and ambitious plans."

"It's a pity that he is very filial by nature, but he doesn't know what to do."

"In the end, he died a violent death."

"It seems that His Majesty's homework will continue to increase."

Liu Chan, who was reciting "Zuo Zhuan" in the back hall, sneezed.

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[Before Gao Yin was deposed, Lou Zhaojun made an appointment with Emperor Xiao Zhao not to harm his life. 】

[Originally, his brother Gao Yang had an appointment, and his mother had an appointment with the Queen Mother. Emperor Xiao Zhao did not want to kill the deposed emperor Gao Yin. 】

[But it was a good thing that when Gao Yin's chariot was stopped in Yecheng, Taishi read "Ye has the spirit of the emperor"]

[In September 561 AD, Emperor Xiaozhao was afraid of Gao Yin's restoration, so he sent people to kill Gao Yin. 】

[In October, Emperor Xiaozhao went out hunting. A cunning rabbit suddenly appeared, startling his mount, causing it to fall to the ground and break his ribs. 】

[Empress Dowager Lou visited the sick man and asked about Gao Yin's whereabouts, but Emperor Xiaozhao didn't respond. Empress Dowager Lou knew that Gao Yin had been killed and became angry. 】

[Emperor Xiaozhao felt deeply regretful and was often in a trance. He often saw Gao Yang, Yang Min and others killing him with swords and fangs, claiming to avenge Gao Yin. 】

[Under the auspices of Empress Dowager Lou, the palace held ritual activities for Emperor Xiaozhao, and ordered eunuchs and servants to hold torches and stand around the emperor's palace all night to protect the emperor from intrusion. 】

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Northern Qi Dynasty: Cultural and Propaganda Period
Gao Yang looked at the empty tea cup for a long time and finally sneered.

"What a close family relationship."

"Mother is so partial!"

"Sixth brother, sixth brother, you are so awesome!"

Gao Yan knelt on the ground without saying a word, while Gao Zhan shivered beside him.

"Come here! King Changshan and King Changguang despise the emperor! They are trespassing and causing chaos in the country! Send them to the imperial court."

Gao Yan remained silent, while Gao Zhan raised his head in panic and said:

"No! The queen mother will not agree!"

"boom!"

The tea cup was smashed in front of Gao Zhan, and the flying fragments drew a line of blood on his face.

"I am the emperor!!"

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[At the end of October, Emperor Xiaozhao was seriously injured. 】

[Because he was worried that Gao Zhan would usurp the throne after his death, he would then kill his own son like he had killed Gao Yin. 】

[So he changed the name to crown prince and appointed Gao Zhan as the crown prince. 】

[On November 2, the imperial edict was issued to King Gao Zhan of Changguang to succeed to the throne. Another letter was written to Gao Zhan, begging him to be kind to his wife and children. 】

[He died suddenly at the age of twenty-seven and was buried in Wenjing Mausoleum, with the posthumous title of Emperor Xiaozhao. 】

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 Even if you look at the sky, every emperor still has to live his own life.

  
 
(End of this chapter)

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