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Chapter 283
In fact, there are still a few things that Wang Hua doesn't know.The reason why Wu Zetian moved the capital to Luoyang was also to consider the establishment of a new set of institutions to show the difference from the Tang Dynasty.Not only that, because after arriving in Luoyang, I rarely had nightmares, and I found a group of famous breed cats to tame again.But it is not known whether she wants to tame the cat or Xiao Shufei's ghost.

So there is a funny scene in the history books. Under the taming of the eunuch, a cat and a parrot coexist peacefully.Lao Wu took it out and showed it to the officials.This is a rare thing.All the officials were watching, but after watching for a long time, they forgot one thing.The cat is hungry.The famous cat jumped on the parrot, killed it and ate it.The officials were astonished, and the old Wu was ashamed.So from now on even in the Luoyang Palace, Lao Wu is also not allowed to keep cats.

Lao Wu suddenly changed the subject and asked Wang Hua, "Do you know why I admire you for fighting with the seven surnames?"

Wang Hua replied honestly: "Because I want to protect myself, I also tore off the veil of hypocrisy of the seven surnames."

"Well said," Lao Wu slapped his palms twice, and there were several crisp echoes in the empty hall.She continued: "People say that the children of the seven surnames come from aristocratic families and are very educated. But I have personally experienced how hypocritical the seven surnames are. Do you know why Taizong reused Wei Zheng, and they are all Fang Du?"

Wang Hua was not used to her jumpy question and answer.He replied honestly: "Because Wei Guogong speaks out and dares to advise."

"Hehe, you don't know about this," Wu Zetian laughed triumphantly, and then said: "Taizong has countless famous ministers, who have been appointed as prime ministers, Li Jing, Li Ji, and conscientious ministers. Wang Gui, even the direct ministers, there are Xiao Yu, Ma Zhou, Dai Zhou, and Liu Ji who was killed by Chu Suiliang. Which of these people's achievements are not superior to or comparable to Wei Zheng? Not to mention that Wei Zheng also helped to become a prince , has repeatedly made enemies with Taizong. Why does Taizong only favor Wei Zheng?"

"This minister really doesn't know."

"It was so good at that time. A bucket of rice was only worth three or four dollars, and only a few dozen people were executed in a year. It's a pity that I only have one old man who can compare with these famous ministers," Wu Zetian said with infinite yearning.

Wang Hua didn't say a word. Although Li Shimin had three-quarters of Hu people's blood, he was indeed the greatest emperor in Chinese history. The prosperity he created was almost unmatched, and his words and deeds were almost regarded as later. The model of kings.The most amazing thing is that more than [-] condemned prisoners were allowed to go home to reunite with their relatives and then return to die, but none of them escaped.However, it is estimated that the death row inmates knew in advance that they were setting an example, and they did not escape because they would not suffer death.But it is indeed unimaginable in any era.The common people also do not close their doors at night.Can it work now?Many robbers have begun to appear.What Lao Wu is good at is only means. In terms of tolerance, employing people, governing the country and foresight, there is still a big gap with Li Shimin.

It's not that he doesn't have talents, but that Lao Wu doesn't have Li Shimin's ability to use talents.The simplest example is that Xiao Yu, a treacherous minister of the Sui Dynasty, was in the hands of Li Shimin, and he dared to speak out, even worse than Fang Du.But Li Shimin was really kind to Wei Zheng to an unimaginable level.He once said, "Xuan Ling used to rule the world with me, and Wei Zheng and I ruled the world."It means that I govern the world so well, half of the credit goes to Wei Zheng.With this sentence alone, there is infinite room for imagination.

Therefore, Lao Wu said that Li Shimin favored Wei Zheng alone, although it is biased, it cannot be said that it is unreasonable.

Wu Zetian added: "In fact, it is mainly Shandong (different from Shandong today, referring to the area east of the Taihang Mountains and north of the Huaihe River)."

Shandong?Wang Hua lost his mind for a moment, why is this related to Shandong?But believing that what Lao Wu said would not be aimless, Wang Hua listened curiously.

"Heroes come out of Shandong. Wei Zheng once persuaded Taizong to follow the emperor's way and kingly way, but Taizong himself was ambitious about how to go from chaos to rule and how to rule. He encouraged ministers to advise. But he has no confidence. Especially Shandong. Although he defeated King Dou and pacified the Eastern Capital, Gaozu did not let him intervene in Shandong affairs. He defeated Liu Mokai again and was hastily recalled to Xijing. After defeating Xu Yuanlang, he was also a teacher immediately and did not stay for long. But It was during these campaigns that he realized that Shandong Heroes is a force that cannot be ignored, so he sent Zhang Liang's team to recruit Shandong Heroes to wait for the change."

This is really a secret, listening to Wang Hua is like listening to a fairy tale.

"Several of the Eighteen Scholars around Taizong came from Shandong, but they were all from Shandong gentry and didn't know much about farmers. There were also military generals such as Cheng Zhijie, Qin Qiong, Zhang Liang, etc., who also came from Shandong, but they were all military generals and lacked knowledge. Only Wei Zheng was lonely and poor, and had great ambitions. When he became a monk, he was fond of reading. Therefore, he was familiar with the situation of farmers and the situation of the whole country, especially the situation of farmers in Shandong. It was in this situation that he entered Taizong's vision. .”

That's the case, but why are you telling me this?And what is the relationship with the battle of the seven surnames?
Sure enough, Lao Wu said next: "You must be wondering why I told you these things?"

Wang Hua nodded.

"What is the biggest difficulty for me now?"

"Turkic invasion, and fleeing households," Wang Hua replied carefully.

"The Turkic invasion is just a small problem. As long as my internal affairs are smooth and I have strong human and financial resources, I will be strong enough like a giant. Their invasion will only cause some superficial injuries. Fleeing is the only way to escape." The real problem is also an appearance, mainly the conflict between the gentry and the common people."

Wang Hua began to vaguely understand her true meaning.

"The old gentry continued to exist, and new gentry were born one after another. The land was still so much land, and these gentry occupied a lot of resources, and it was still snowballing. But the people began to grow because of the stability of the country. So as you said, fleeing households More and more. Finally, when the number of landless people reaches a certain level, the country will be in chaos again and enter an endless loop. This is the biggest crisis of the Great Zhou."

Wang Hua praised: "Your Majesty is wise, this statement is very true."

This is a real compliment.

"Don't praise me, not only me, but also many ministers are aware of this problem. But they can't solve it. Do you know why I value you?"

Wang Hua shook his head.In fact, I already know a little bit, but I dare not answer it.

"You come from a poor family and know the sufferings of the common people. Another point is that you like entertainment and have little ambition for the court, so I feel more at ease with you. There are two more important points. One is that you have With a heart, I have only paid attention to you since what you said in Wulang's residence."

Wang Hua was sweating in his heart, no wonder Lao Wu had nothing to do, so he secretly sent someone to observe him, a commoner.

"Because you care about the poor people in the world, you don't reject the rich people, and you are a wealthy family, so you can take both ends into account when considering things. You are not the only person with this kind of heart. But I have investigated you for a while. Although most of your ideas are crooked, and you know crooked ways, so you hesitate even when you speak to me."

Wang Hua was sweating again, and Lao Wu knew all about it.

"But I have also thought about it. It is true that these crooked ways can solve some crises at certain times. Besides you, I have also appointed many courtiers from the common clan, but they are either sinking or becoming new noble clans. Either there is no answer to this question. This makes me very disappointed. It's a pity that the ministers of the court are not as good as a yellow-haired boy."

"I don't dare to be a minister," Wang Huacheng said fearfully.I was so scared that I understood the meaning of what Lao Wu said.Li Shimin took a fancy to Wei Zheng because he was knowledgeable and understood the people, especially the people in Shandong, so he entrusted him with important affairs.Lao Wu valued herself for the same reasons. She was educated, came from a poor family, understood the wishes of poor people and the root causes of social conflicts, and had some plans, so she wanted herself to be her Wei Zheng.

This word can't be spread, once spread, I really become that little broken fishing boat on the top of the waves.

Sure enough, Lao Wu said again: "I originally wanted to say this to you in a few years, but I am old, and maybe I will follow Gaozong to go there one day. Therefore, today I specially called you here to tell you these words. Say it in advance. Taizong can delegate political affairs to Wei Zheng, and I can also delegate political affairs to you someday in the future."

After finishing speaking, I coughed for a while.

Wang Hua's ambition is also considered good, but Lao Wu's words made tears flow, which is simply asking Gu.He couldn't help but knelt down, knocked his head on the ground, and said: "I don't dare to be a minister, but I am willing to die, and I will serve the Holy One."

"Get up," Wu Zetian helped him up.

Wang Hua was still wiping her tears with her sleeves, it was all from her heart.

One is moved, and the other is guilt. Since I entered the official career, I didn't want to repay Lao Wu. On the one hand, I want to protect myself, and the other is to protect Li Guer's safety.It's that simple.

"Come out," Wu Zetian clapped again.

Why are there still people?Wang Hua looked up in surprise, and when he heard what Old Wu said, six people came out from behind the curtain, Li Dan, Li Xian, Princess Taiping, Wu Sansi, Wu Youji, and Zhang Changzhi.They also looked shocked.Today, Lao Wu had a conversation with Wang Hua, talking about a lot of secrets, and how much he valued Wang Hua, which was enough to shock them.

Wu Zetian asked: "Just now I had a conversation with General Wang Ying, what did you hear?"

Zhang Yizhi replied: "I heard it, and I will definitely use it for Wang Ying in the future."

"This is just one of them, what about you?" Wu Zetian turned his head and asked the other five people.

Wu Sansi replied: "Your Majesty's meaning is that the country is the foundation, and the country is stable, so the border will be safe."

Lao Wu shook his head.

Li Xian replied: "Your Majesty's intention is to put people first. Just like Taizong said, people can carry a boat, but they can also capsize it."

Wang Hua looked at him in surprise, it seemed that these words did not come from the mediocre Li Xian.In a blink of an eye, I realized that this was the enlightenment that Lao Wu got after he went to the farm to praise him some time ago.

"Xian'er, that's exactly what you said. No matter how much you fight, you are still the royal family and nobles. There are tens of millions of people in a majestic week, which is enough for you, or your descendants, to enjoy the glory and wealth. But you forget Without this foundation, how many descendants of Han, Jin, Wei, Sui and other descendants will continue to stay in the forest of the gentry? Rise of the world is difficult, but death is easy. Emperor Yangdi was only a few decades old, and a great Sui Dynasty was fragmented. This is You have learned from the past. This is also when I saw you planting those grass cotton seeds with your servants. I did not blame you for not doing your job wrong, but praised you. Whether you succeed or not, it shows that you have a heart. I am very relieved."

Wang Hua was amused.He secretly looked up at these six people, these six can be said to be the six most powerful people now.They were all still in shock, but first Li Dan, Princess Taiping, Wu Youji, and Wu Sansi all came out of the shock, and Li Xian and Zhang Yizhi were a little surprised, after all, they regarded Wang Hua as a potential ally, but they were still in shock. In shock.Let's judge!
But the six of them were equally trembling.Wu Zetian said just now, no matter how much you fight.I said one thing, but I didn't say it again. You guys are fighting back and forth, don't try to hide it from me, I know it all.

"I dare not," Li Xian replied.

"Right is right, wrong is wrong. There is nothing you dare not to do. Therefore, you may fight openly or secretly, but I have never let you move the king's camp general. This is the reason. Unless you find a second person to replace you."

"But I don't dare, and the Scarlet Battalion, because all the generals are transferred out, there is no one to preside over it." Wang Hua said.

After being moved, he became clear-headed. It's not that he didn't have nothing to do with Tuogu. Huo Guang, Yi Yin, and Zhuge Liang, let's just say Zhuge Liang. At that time, he had already established the Three Kingdoms for Liu Bei, so he had the qualifications.In other words, he was always in power when Liu Bei visited the thatched cottage three times.That was different. At that time, Liu Bei was like a beggar, and Zhuge Liang was already a celebrity, and he could be regarded as worthy of Liu Bei by helping Liu Bei.Besides, Zhuge Liang was also 27 years old at that time.

But what about myself?No qualifications, no contacts, younger age, now that he is in this position, it is as funny as King Song Xiang dominating the princes, and he will die faster.

"Well, I like you for being cautious."

After hearing this, black lines appeared on the faces of the six people, cautious? Killed a man at the age of 12 and competed with the Wang family. At the age of 14, he and Zheng Jiajiao again. At the age of 16, he made an appointment to fight the world, and then led his troops to fight against Fanzheng. At the age of 17, he was even more daring, leading thousands of people to fight thousands of miles, carrying a hammer, running alone in front of tens of thousands of Turkic troops, and negotiating with Mo Chuu.Sure enough, it's a good one to be cautious!
"I promised you a three-year agreement, and I will not break the agreement. You will take care of the matter of the blood camp for another two years, and you will enter the court after two years. But I have to look at it, I'm afraid I may not be able to wait until that day .” Speaking of this, she had no joy or worry on her face.But this is the truth. Since this year, her healthy body has gradually started to break down, and she often falls ill.

"I called you here today, mainly to let these unfilial ministers understand some truths. This is also for their sake!"

The six people stepped forward again, saying what they said in their hearts.But Wang Hua knew that it was possible that they would forget about it once they left the hall.But it's not easy to refute, what Lao Wu means is to pave the way for him to grow up with peace of mind, don't be half-hearted.Even if I die, you should continue to serve Da Zhou or Da Tang with peace of mind.She said similar things last year, but only mentioned that he was a thread that made the political situation of the Tang Dynasty transition smoothly after her death, and did not specify his future expectations.

Now it is clear that the burden is even heavier, but he was not immediately transferred, which made Wang Hua heave a sigh of relief.

Rice is eaten mouthful.If you don't know the severity and eat such a big goose egg all at once, you will choke to death immediately.

This can be regarded as Tuogu, but Tuogu with Liu Bei Baidi City is of two natures.

"I'll ask you again. I talked to you just now about the matter of the seven surnames. I said they were hypocritical. Do you know the reason for what I said?"

Wang Hua knew that, firstly, Wu Zetian's family was born in a common clan, and she had encountered contempt from the noble clan, which aroused her rejection of the noble clan.Another point is the queen, because Concubine Xiao Shu is bright and beautiful, and the prince is smart and pleasant.After Li Zhi came to the throne, Queen Wang felt threatened by Concubine Xiao Shu.It was Queen Wang who brought Wu Zetian back from the Thanksgiving Temple in order to deal with Concubine Xiao Shu.She did not expect to bring back a big tiger back to the palace.But what Queen Wang did at the beginning was also disgusting.Especially since she comes from a well-bred royal family.

This incident brought Wu Zetian's affection for the seven surnames to a freezing point.

Wang Hua knew that Gui knew, but he didn't dare to answer.

Lao Wu didn't embarrass him either, he changed the subject and said: "I didn't deliberately dislike or suppress them. Similarly, including the seven surnames, as well as some other outstanding talents of the gentry, I appointed them at once and promoted them out of the ordinary. It's just that What disappoints me is that they know that they will continue to annex and more people will be displaced, but just like gluttony, there is no time to be satisfied."

Wang Hua shook his head in his heart, even if he called all the patriarchs and elders of the seven surnames, it would be useless to put a knife on their necks.If they really do what they do, and they don't have the financial resources to support more disciples and subordinates, it is possible that their families will be wiped out before the big turmoil comes.Besides, so many dynasties have come, and their family has not fallen.Not only the seven surnames, but also the four upstarts in Guanzhong.

But with the arrival of the end of the Tang Dynasty, Zhu Wen, who cleaned up the remnants of the Tang Dynasty, threw Cui Yuan, Pei Shu, Dugushang and other high-ranking courtiers into the rolling Yellow River together, and an era really came to an end with the passing water.

Speaking of this, Wu Zetian sighed, looked at Wang Hua and said, "I have never been able to solve the conflict between people and the land in my life. Maybe after a few years, I will leave it to you to help the Crown Prince to solve it together."

Facing the powerful gentry, Lao Wu was also helpless.At most, she suppressed it and supported more common people to come to power. She didn't have the courage to eradicate them.

Wang Hua thought to herself, you just entrust me with this task, and I can't do it well either.Besides, once you die, you don't know what the political situation will look like.Whether the successor will trust me is two different things.Even trust, like Liu Bei's to Zhuge Liang, Li Shimin's to Wei Zheng, or Song Shenzong's to Wang Anshi, may not be sure of delegating power to himself.There are too many things involved.

Unless there was a big turmoil like when the Tang Dynasty collapsed and all the systems were completely destroyed, there must be chaos like the Five Dynasties, otherwise the time is short, and the gentry will rebuild immediately.Only when the Five Dynasties were destroyed and destroyed again, did the gentry disappear completely.

That is, the gentry was destroyed. Has the problem been solved?still none.

But dare not answer, submissive.

After finishing speaking, Wu Zetian said again: "I have one more thing, I invite you to come today, I hope to cooperate with me, to see whether ghosts scare people or people scare ghosts."

scare ghosts?At this time, the sun began to sink into the west mountain gradually. The main hall may have been taken care of by Wu Zetian, and no eunuchs have come in until now. The candles are lit, and now it is getting dark.The cool evening wind blows, as if streams of Yin Qi are flowing.

After Wu Zetian said this, several people were terrified.

(End of this chapter)