Emperor Liu Hong

"Great virtuous teacher, Xiaodao has told you all about His Majesty's conditions. It's up to you to decide what to do."

After hearing Zhang Heng's words, Zhang Jiao said with a wry smile, "What else can I do, of course I will obey His Majesty's orders."

"Brother, you have to think about it." Hearing Zhang Jiao's words, Zhang Bao said reluctantly: "If you really agree to His Majesty's conditions, our brothers will..."

"Don't talk about it, brother. It is already a kindness for His Majesty to leave us a way to survive." Zhang Jiao interrupted Zhang Bao's words with a wave of his hand, and then said to Zhang Heng: "The great kindness of the leader Zhang, we brothers will never forget it. We will have a follow-up report later."

"I don't dare to report back, I just passed on a small talk, it's not a big deal." After speaking, Zhang Heng didn't stay any longer, and cupped his hands at Brother Zhang Jiao, saying: "Since the great virtuous teacher has agreed to His Majesty's request, Xiaodao is going to reply to His Majesty now. See you later!"

"Brother, why did you interrupt me just now?" Seeing Zhang Heng walking away, Zhang Bao complained: "Your Majesty's conditions are really too harsh, we should fight for it."

"Brother, what are we fighting for?" Zhang Jiao said helplessly: "With His Majesty's current prestige, it is easy to destroy our brothers. Fortunately, Zhang Heng reconciled, so the court left a note for our brothers." A way to survive. Otherwise, our brothers will definitely not be able to pass this test!"

"Brother, you are too much destroying our own prestige." Zhang Bao was obviously not convinced by Zhang Jiao's words, "Our Taiping Taoist congregation, at least hundreds of thousands, spread across five states. Such a big Power, I don't believe that the little emperor has no scruples!"

"Brother, what do you think the little emperor needs to worry about?" Looking at Zhang Bao who was aggrieved.Zhang Jiao said helplessly: "Brother, do you think that you are willing to agree to such a condition? Isn't there no way? Don't look at our congregation seems to be quite a lot, but I dare to assure you, don't say that we will pull them to rebel Even if we want to fight against the imperial court, we must ensure that no one will follow us."

"Brother, are you talking too much?"

"Yes, not at all!" Zhang Jiao explained to Zhang Bao: "Now that the imperial court wins the hearts of the people, it is not a simple matter of winning one or two battles. It is a series of policies to benefit the people, forcibly giving the people's hearts They gathered together. Tell me. This tax-free land, free medical care, free education, support for orphans, widows and disabled, and subsidies for giving birth to children. Which one is not popular. How many of the people’s families do not give children The emperor set up the tablet of longevity. You said there is such an emperor. Who will follow us to rebel against the court?"

"Then big brother. Let's just leave it at that."

"Oh, forget it, what else can I do."

……

The Zhang Jiao brothers were discussing here, and Liu Hong also received news from Zhang Heng.

"Made, they actually agreed?!"

Looking at the report, Liu Hong was a little unbelievable.At first he thought Zhang Jiao was a brother.I will definitely fight to the end.For this reason, he has prepared many sets, just waiting for the two brothers to take the bait.But unexpectedly, the two brothers reined in immediately.

"Forget it. Since they know each other, it's cheaper for them."

Although Liu Hong was not reconciled to letting Brother Zhang Jiao go like this.But as the emperor, he is not good at talking.Besides, with the cooperation of the Zhang Jiao brothers, this religious reform will definitely go smoothly, and it can be regarded as rewarding.

Thinking of this, Liu Hong smiled.Speaking of which, Brother Jiao really didn't do him any harm.And the reason why he always wanted to kill them, apart from the memory of his previous life, was that he had killed Zhang Liang.

But thinking about it now, Zhang Jiao's death, Zhang Jiao and the others would never have dreamed that it was related to him.As for Zhang Jiao, it is absolutely impossible to reach the power of another time and space.So he didn't have to treat them as enemies, or even kill them.Besides, the conditions he set up to get Zhang Jiao to take the bait were quite harsh.Now that he has agreed, he will be powerless to do harm in the future.In this way, keeping them alive is not a big deal.

"By the way, it doesn't matter if I spare Zhang Jiao and the others, but how can I explain to Tian Feng?" Thinking of this, Liu Hong sighed, "Tamad, this is really a wrong step, a wrong step."

"Forget it, let's call Tian Feng first and talk to him first." Having made up his mind, Liu Hong sent someone to call Tian Feng.

After Tian Feng beat the Dengwen drum, he waited for the court to summon Zhang Jiao to the court.But there was no news from him, and there was no news from him.After he made a final inquiry, the emperor did not summon Zhang Jiao, but sent invitations widely, inviting all sects and famous religious figures to Beijing to discuss matters of religious reform together.

At this moment, Tian Feng was immediately confused.He has always felt that he is a smart person.But as a smart man, he didn't understand what the emperor was trying to do with the religious reform without arresting Zhang Jiao.If the emperor discovered the hidden dangers of religion and wanted to treat both symptoms and root causes, he should first arrest Zhang Jiao.If it wasn't for such a big fanfare, it would completely scare the snake away.

Tian Feng is in a hurry now, but he knows Zhang Jiao's power.Once the imperial court made preparations to startle Zhang Jiao, the imperial court wanted to deal with him, but it would not be easy.But in this way, all his painstaking efforts will be completely in vain.

Just when Tian Feng was in a hurry, the emperor summoned him again.He came to the palace in a hurry, and wanted to ask Liu Hong why he did this.

Seeing Tian Feng's eager look, Liu Hong knew what he was thinking.Liu Hong didn't say anything, and directly sent the evidence of Zhang Jiao that he had collected before to Tian Feng.

After Tian Feng took these things and looked at them, he became even more puzzled.This big stack is all evidence of Zhang Jiao's crimes, and judging from the date, the court has noticed him long ago.But he couldn't understand why the court let Zhang Jiao toss around and ignore him. Isn't this purely breeding tigers into trouble.

"Tian Feng, you have also seen that the court has noticed Zhang Jiao long ago. However, there are many aristocratic families involved in it. I originally wanted to catch them all after they all showed their heads." Speaking of this, Liu Hong glanced at Tian Feng.Said: "But once you beat the Dengwen drum, all those aristocratic families shrank their heads."

"Ah!" Tian Feng was dumbfounded by Liu Hong's words, "Your Majesty, do you mean this minister disrupted the imperial court's arrangement?"

"It's messed up." Liu Hong nodded, and continued: "But it's not your fault, after all, you have good intentions."

Liu Hong's words hit Tian Feng badly.He thought that he would knock on the drum to sue the imperial court.It is to eliminate harm for the people and do a great deed.Unexpectedly, he was completely dishelpful.

Tian Feng was ashamed, and asked tremblingly: "Your Majesty, is there any way to remedy the matter?"

"Those guys with evil intentions. They definitely won't jump out. But don't feel guilty, they're just a bunch of clowns. I won't take them to heart."

"Your Majesty. I..."

"Let's not talk about this anymore." Liu Hong interrupted Tian Feng's words with a wave of his hand, "I came to you today because I have other matters to discuss with you."

"Your Majesty, if you have anything to do, just order it."

"You beat the Dengwen drum, and everyone in the world knows about this matter. Therefore, this matter must be settled." At this point, Liu Hong spread his hands, "But something happened unexpectedly, and I have to let it go. The two Jiao brothers have a way out. Therefore, I brought you here to discuss how to end this matter."

"Your Majesty, you can just tell me what to do. Your Majesty, do everything."

"Okay, Tian Qing is really a loyal minister." Liu Hong was very satisfied with Tian Feng's attitude.

"Your Majesty! You are really ashamed to say that."

"You don't have to be ashamed, what I said is the truth." Liu Hong came to Tian Feng, patted him on the shoulder and said, "You found out that Zhang Jiao was lawless, and regardless of his power, he went to Beijing to knock on the drum to sue the imperial court and let him The imperial court took precautions early, which is a manifestation of loyalty and bravery. Therefore, I must commend you and let people know that the imperial court will never treat those who have a heart for the imperial court."

"Your Majesty, I have disrupted the imperial court's deployment, ruined the court's years of hard work, and won't be punished. I will be grateful. If I accept the commendation from the imperial court, how will I behave in the future!"

"One yard is one yard." Looking at Tian Feng with a face full of shame, Liu Hong said in relief: "Although you disrupted the imperial court's plan, it was an unintentional mistake, and you can't be blamed at all. But your heart is for the imperial court, which is It’s a great achievement. It’s not my style not to reward you for meritorious service. Therefore, I not only want to commend you, but also reward you heavily.”

Tian Feng was so moved by Liu Hong's words that he prostrated himself on the ground, "Your Majesty, what you say makes me ashamed."

"You don't have to feel ashamed, you deserve it." Liu Hong helped Tian Feng up, and said, "The court's commendation can only be done after the matter is over. But my reward doesn't need to be so troublesome."

"His Majesty,……"

"Tian Qing, you don't need to talk, after you hear my reward, you can choose whether to accept it or not." Liu Hong said with a smile: "My reward is to let Tian Qing come to my side and serve as my secretary. Look at this reward, do you want to accept it?!"

Tian Feng originally thought that Liu Hong would give him some material rewards.Therefore, he wanted to tell Liu Hong that he could just take those things to the Charity Association.He bears this reputation, but he has no face to take it away, so he uses it to help those in need.But unexpectedly, Liu Hong asked him to be his secretary.And this reward, he was really reluctant to give up.

For this point, Liu Hong is quite clear.After all, if you become his secretary, you will directly become a close minister of the emperor.Such a thing, in this ancient time where the emperor was respected, scholars all over the world, no, as long as they are individuals, it is impossible to withstand this temptation.So this Tian Feng is no exception.

And when Liu Hong saw Tian Feng's excited look, he became even more sure.Seeing his goal achieved, Liu Hong was quite happy.Therefore, he directly teased his future subordinate, "How about this reward, is it in line with Tian Qing's wishes?"

"Your Majesty, Your Majesty..." Tian Feng's face was flushed now, and he didn't know what to say.

"Okay, I'll talk about it later if there's anything else, you'd better hurry up and report to Jia Xu. If it's late, he'll be off work."

"Yes." Tian Feng bowed deeply to Liu Hong, and hurried to find Jia Xu. (To be continued..)