"Marrying in the secular world is too early, and you have children without knowing the way of parenthood. Therefore, the teachings are unclear and the people die prematurely." ——————【Hanshu·Wang Ji Zhuan】
During the preparatory work for the canal, some people still emphasized the importance of Confucianism. The emperor did not refuse anyone who came. He issued an order to let teachers and students of Ming Jingke do enough publicity. From Dayu's flood control to Wang Jing's river control, let
The world knows that the Grand Canal Project is of great benefit to the future and will benefit the present generation, so as to reduce the voices of people who waste money and waste money.
As the academic center of Taixue began to turn to research other than orthodox Confucian classics, schools in various prefectures and counties also began to focus on political trends. This also caused many enlightened Confucian scholars to begin to take the initiative to absorb these theories and refine the essence.
, integrated into the theoretical system of Confucianism. After integrating these pragmatic technical knowledge, Confucianism, which had been in decline for hundreds of years, seemed to be reborn. Under the deliberate guidance of the emperor, it moved toward history at a terrifying speed.
Perfection in a direction that has never been seen before.
In particular, "number", one of the six arts, was promoted by Liu Hong and other scholars who studied arithmetic. After receiving the emperor's limited mathematical knowledge, he quickly summarized the ancient and modern mathematical knowledge. One month later
On Liu Hong's eightieth birthday, the work that he had devoted his whole life to was finally completed. The emperor ordered Chen Wang Liu Xi to congratulate him on his birthday as a sign of honor, and specially named the book "Suan Jing", which was not only used in Taipei.
It will also be a must-learn textbook for the princes in the future. The title of "Jing" shows that the emperor attaches great importance to this book.
Over the past ten years, as the latest improved papermaking technology, movable type printing and other inventions have been promoted, a large number of cheap books have entered the streets and streets. Although printing and publishing are still exclusive to the imperial court and private printing is strictly prohibited, a large number of books are still circulated among the people.
In addition to the official and orthodox scriptures, there are also many collections of poems and essays with different notes. The prosperity of literature has promoted the development of culture. More and more people are reading, learning etiquette, and practicing good morals, such as Kong Rong, Xu Ci, etc.
Su Ru was even more fortunate to have encountered a prosperous age.
Sitting in the carriage, the emperor opened a corner of the curtain and looked at the lively street outside, and suddenly stopped the carriage. In the past few years, he had lived in seclusion. Except for going out to Shanglin Garden, he rarely came to the city. He had not seen Chang'an now.
The city’s ever-changing landscape.
"It seems that Zhu Hao and the others have done a good job. After all these years, Jingzhao has finally regained its former glory." Looking at the bustling scene full of tourists, the emperor couldn't help praising the achievements of Jingzhao Yin Zhu Hao, who had just resigned.
If it could only be regarded as the restoration of people's livelihood before, now Chang'an, under the governance of several capable officials such as Wang Ling and Su Ze, has really regained the prosperity of Chang'an in the past.
Zhongshu Ling Jia Xu, who was riding in the same car, raised his eyes and glanced at the busy city, and said softly: "Jingzhao is the heart of the world, so it is natural to set an example for the world. Although there are several generations of capable officials, your Majesty has the wisdom of simplicity.
Can not be ignored."
"Then tell me, what kind of person is the newly appointed Jingzhao Yin Handan merchant?" The emperor was noncommittal, lowered the curtain of the carriage, and turned to ask Jia Xu.
Jia Xu said in a dull tone: "It seems to Yi Chen that he is an unwilling person."
Handan Shang was an old man who had been serving the imperial court during the Chuping period. He was appointed because of Xun You's recommendation. Finally, he served as the governor of Yizhou for more than ten years. This time, the emperor transferred him to the post of Zhong Er Qian Shi.
Although Jingzhao Yin has been promoted by half a level, who is willing to leave the prosperous Yizhou and go to Jingzhao, a place where high-ranking officials are everywhere to see people's faces?
However, as the authority of the imperial court increased day by day, the Handan merchants were unable to resist, so they had to accept their dissatisfaction and make a good handover with Pang Xi, the former governor of Jiaozhou. They lingered in Hanzhong and the Qinling Mountains for many days before finally arriving in Chang'an.
"I heard that he brought tens of thousands of Shu brocades with him on this trip to Sichuan?" Although the emperor asked, he already understood: "Not to mention other wealth, it seems that he has spent so many years in Yizhou.
Very good."
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Jia Xu disagreed and said with a smile: "There are rich people in Sichuan. If he doesn't bring anything with him, wouldn't he be just like the gentlemen and honest officials in ancient times? It's a pity that there are not all such gentlemen in the world?"
"Let's wait and see him for a while." The emperor did not continue. Handan Shang was loyal and served the court in times of crisis. His ability was not said to be lacking. He relied on Yizhou for several major wars.
If Handan merchants were not capable of material supply, the emperor would not stay in such an important place.
It's just that if one person stays in the same place for a long time, it will be detrimental to the court's control of the place, so it is necessary to move a position for the Handan merchants.
As for why Handan Shang was not given a Jiuqing, that was the emperor's personal likes and dislikes.
Jia Xu said hello to the Yulin and the tigers in front of the palace who were dressed in disguise outside the carriage, then got out of the carriage with the emperor one after another, and strolled down the street under the guard of a group of people who were at a distance.
"Be casual, the world is peaceful now, what else is there to be afraid of?" Seeing Wu Yi and Cao Zhen, the imperial minister next to him, looking like they were facing a formidable enemy, the emperor smiled, and then pointed to the title of Dutinghou, the tiger in front of the palace.
Xu Chu, the leader, said: "Learn more from your predecessors!"
Cao Zhen was young and tall, but he was still a little reserved in front of the emperor. Wu Yi was the brother of the emperor's concubine Wu Ran and had the status of a first-level relative. He heard a few words.
A group of people were walking aimlessly on the street. At this time, a group of people in colorful clothes suddenly walked towards the end of the road. The noise and congratulations could be heard from a long distance away. Looking closely, it turned out that someone among the people was getting married.
"A happy event happened today." Jia Xu said with a smile.
The emperor glanced at the groom who was the first to welcome the bride and found that he was young, as if he was less than fifteen years old. He couldn't help but said: "You are married at this age. There are many older people in the Imperial Academy who are not yet married.
"
"People get married early, and some people think it is too late to get married at the age of fifteen." Jia Xu explained. He remembered that the emperor's eldest son, King Chen Liu Xi, was already twelve years old, and there had been some rumors recently about the matter of marriage and the establishment of the country...
Sure enough, the emperor thought of his son, and his expression was a little subtle: "It's no wonder that someone wrote a letter to discuss the marriage for King Chen. I think their discussion of the marriage is false, and it is true that the princes can be crowned kings and join the country."
The emperor has eight sons. Except for the eldest son, King Chen, and his legitimate son, the prince, the rest are all called princes. Although they are still young, in the eyes of some people, there is no formal relationship between the prince and the kings and ministers.
It doesn't count as peace of mind.
Jia Xu thought about the emperor's inner thoughts. He knew that the emperor had no other thoughts and simply did not want to comply with the opinions of the people. He considered his words and tried not to express his opinion on this matter as much as possible, but simply stated the facts: "
King Chen has always been weak, and Zhang Ji and others asked him several times to take care of his health, so he should not get married at an early age."
"You and I know what those people who proposed King Chen's marriage are thinking. Otherwise, why would I transfer Fu De back from the South China Sea this time? Let him make this Chang'an order? Just to see what troubles they think of!"
The emperor said somewhat unhappily that Queen Fushou and Prince Liu were both calm and reserved in character, but those relatives were ignorant and blindly jumped around: "Speaking of King Chen, did he go to Liu Hong's house today to celebrate his birthday?
"
"I have finished celebrating my birthday." Jia Xu said with a smile, taking in the emperor's emotions, and said calmly: "It is said that when King Chen celebrated his birthday, he was polite and graceful, and at a young age, he impressed the guests.
.”
The emperor casually added: "It is the teachers and friends around him who teach him well."
Chen Wang, Fu Cheng Bing, and Yan Qian were both knowledgeable and courteous people. Because of his background, Chen Wang was introverted and lacked independent opinions. He always followed the orders of his masters and friends.
At this time, Jia Xu turned his head and listened to a passerby saying something in his ear. He was stunned for a moment, and then smiled and said: "Now King Chen has left Liu Hong's residence and went to observe the studies in the nearby Imperial Academy."
"You also went to Taixue?" The emperor was surprised, then nodded with satisfaction and said: "Then take a ride to Taixue and take him back to the palace."
The emperor received Queen Chen and walked around Taixue together. He felt that the atmosphere of Taixue was more and more like that of later generations, and he couldn't help nodding with satisfaction.
"My son, I like Taixue." Liu Xi saw that his father was in a good mood, hesitated for a while, and said.
"Oh?" The emperor actually seldom communicated with this eldest son. On the one hand, the other party had a dull personality and could not talk much. On the other hand, it was easy to cause unnecessary thoughts. Hearing that the other party took the initiative to talk to him, he couldn't help but wonder: "
Why do you like Taixue? Which subject do you like?"
"People in Taixue can study and study with like-minded people every day. I think this is very good." Liu Xi paused and then said: "I like the management subject."
"Business Department..." The emperor did not expect that the other party would be interested in science knowledge. Maybe the other party had some talent in arithmetic and construction. He reached out and touched Liu Xi's head, with a bit of affection in his eyes, and said: "
In this case, let’s hire someone from the Business Department of Taixue to teach you... Among Liu Gong’s disciples, besides Zhao Shuang, there is also a disciple named Xu Yue who knows calendars and numeracy, so he can teach you just right."
"Ah!" Liu Xi couldn't help but exclaimed in surprise at first, and then he felt out of control. He peeked at the emperor and saw that he was not unhappy, so he whispered: "I have heard of his name. I just heard it at Liu Gong's birthday banquet."
I have seen him. He is not only proficient in calendar arithmetic, but he has also made a thing by himself, which can be used to perform calculations using stereotyped beads. The speed is faster than people playing with arithmetic chips, or doing oral arithmetic and mental arithmetic. This thing seems to be called an 'abacus'
.”
Xu Yue is indeed the creator of the earliest five-base abacus in the world. When he created this thing, it caused a sensation in the Gewuyuan, and even the emperor heard about it.
"You have to humbly ask for advice from this talented man. When you grow up, you can often go to the Business Department of Taixue or the Gwuyuan." The emperor promised.
Jia Xu raised his ears and listened, his brows twitching, as if he heard some interesting information.
"Thank you, Father!" Liu Xi's voice became louder with joy. He knew that he was not valued by the emperor and felt somewhat inferior. Especially since Wang Fu Chengbing had been teaching him about the etiquette of a monarch and his ministers, especially how to be respectful to the prince.
This made him have a cowardly temperament since he was a child. Fortunately, he had a strict scholar by his side who often enlightened him with cheerful words and even encouraged him to delve into advanced studies.
This time he not only completed the job of celebrating his birthday well, but also won the favor of his father. He was allowed to hire a good master. He went back and told his two masters Cheng Bing and Yan Qian. It will definitely be gratifying!
Seeing the other party's excitement, the emperor also became happy. After the two returned to Weiyang Palace together, he even asked Mu Shun to send Liu Xi back in person, and asked Jia Xu to prepare an edict to issue the decree, which was still unfinished.
, and gave Liu Xi many things.
At this time, he heard that Queen Fushou had just received Fu De, who had just returned from the South China Sea. The emperor's relaxed expression condensed for a moment. When he arrived at Jiaofang Hall, he happened to see Fushou arranging Zhao Changyu to pack his things. There were several boxes packed with
They are all tortoise shells, corals, sea shells and gems, and there are even three dendrobium Hepu beads, which are round and white, and each one is of average size.
The emperor was not dazzled by these treasures, but walked straight over, helped Fu Shou up, who was about to salute, and said jokingly: "How is it? I have already said that Fu De will have a good time as Nanhai Commandery.
Not bad, right? There are so many good things, they are almost as good as the imperial palace’s collection.”
Fu Shou felt guilty and said hurriedly: "I have declined and said no, but he insisted on me staying. Over the years, I have also written letters to advise him to keep himself clean, and he listened, but he still started fighting with the businessmen of Hepu.
The sea trade business is all profit-making, and I can’t..."
"It doesn't matter, it's his brother's intention, so just accept it. This is very suitable for you -" With that, the emperor picked out a crystal clear, pure crystal gem bracelet from the gift, and held it up and down.
Shou's hand, put it on Fu Shou's wrist: "I know you don't like this, just treat it as a dowry for the princess."
The crystal bracelet was of high quality. Although it came in blue, yellow, and pink colors, it was all bland, like the colored transparent glass of later generations. The emperor looked at it as if he saw the glass that was common on the night market streets of later generations.
The bracelet has an inexplicable sense of familiarity, but it doesn't look out of place when worn on Fu Shou's hand.
Sure enough, ancient and modern aesthetics tend to be consistent.
The emperor knew that the crystals and gems were not specialties from the South China Sea, but were imported from overseas. It seemed that the Maritime Silk Road had gradually become smoother, and the economy in the south was recovering faster than in the north.
The emperor, who was thinking about the commodity economy and overseas trade, was interrupted by Fu Shou without knowing it: "The princess is still young, why are you anxious? I will make a good choice for her then. It's just..."
Fu Shou wanted to say something, but stopped.
"But what?" The emperor wanted to use this to draw out the words, and took the initiative to ask: "You want to say the prince? Prince Chen?"
"Prince Chen will be thirteen during the Chinese New Year." Fu Shou said with a smile, unable to help but fall into memories: "When His Majesty accepted us... we were even younger than Prince Chen."
The emperor immediately refused and said: "At this time and that time, people's bodies and minds are not mature, and it is not a good thing to get married too early. King Chen is still young and weak. I am worried that he will not be able to feed himself. Let's wait until he is fifteen years old."
Fu Shou also nodded. In fact, she secretly felt that Fu De's words were a bit ridiculous. She didn't believe a word of such things as the eldest son threatening the second son and Song Du being the emperor's old love. King Chen was a concubine and older than the prince.
One year old is indeed true, but the prince is the legitimate eldest son. Even if the concubine is born earlier than the legitimate son, there is no concubine who is older than the legitimate son.
It was just that Fu Shou couldn't bear Fu De's constant chatter about the so-called benefits and harms in his ears, so Fu Shou asked more questions. However, after receiving a negative reply, Fu Shou's heart slowed down for some reason.
"Yeah..." Fu Shou pursed his lips and said softly: "Your Majesty, it is better to think carefully. Prince Chen is old and will set an example for all the princes in the future, so he must be cautious."
When the emperor saw her expression, he didn't know what he was thinking. He actually praised Prince Chen to her: "Prince Chen has made great progress in the past few days. Although he still looks childish, he is polite in every word and deed..."