Although Liu Xie's takeover of power did hurt the sentiments of the old ministers and attracted some criticism, it did bring about a vigorous vitality that had not been seen for many years. As the country entered the New Year, Liu Xie's various projects
The personnel arrangements were gradually unfolded, and people became increasingly aware that the emperor who had recently ascended the throne was a completely different ruler from the previous emperor.
The first is to focus on personnel matters. Unlike Liu Bei, who has a broad view of politics and is willing to decentralize power, Liu Xie is quite like Chen Chong in personnel matters, taking everything in detail and observing it. In the first month of the first year of Long'an, the first batch of new counties were appointed
Before the officials were about to take office, Liu Xie ordered all of them to go to the Deyang Hall in the palace, and then tested the officials in various aspects such as persuading farmers, educating people, and criminal law. Among them, the most important test was for the county magistrate and county lieutenant.
Among them, the county officials are the most important and can be called the representative of the state system. If the county officials are incompetent, the court's policies cannot be implemented and the people's hearts will not be able to rely on them. Therefore, if there are incompetents in the policy examination, they will all be dismissed on the spot as idle duties. However, if the policy examination is excellent,
Liu Xie, on the other hand, made people keep a secret plan in mind and planned to observe it in the long term.
The second is to focus on the court meetings. Since Liu Bei goes out to fight all year round, the affairs of the court meetings are mostly superficial and just go through the process. In fact, domestic affairs are mostly divided into two categories: civil and military affairs, with the civil affairs following Chen Chong and the military affairs following Liu Bei.
After the government decided on the plan, it was directly implemented. As for the court meeting, it was just to announce matters and show prestige. But now Liu Xie has revived the court meeting and often discusses matters in court. Although he still orders the Taige to draw up the general plan, he also orders hundreds of officials to give advice before and after.
Make up for the mistakes in order to make everything perfect. When the government and the public see this, they must come to each court and sit upright. They all have a great impression on the emperor, because he has the etiquette of a saint and the power of a wise king. Even the late emperor was slightly lacking in this aspect. p>
Of course, Liu Xie also listened to Chen Chong's advice and kept his father's last words in mind. Even though he did not like frugality, he still insisted on maintaining himself. He first appointed Shangguan Sheng of Longxi as the Taishi Order to supervise his abstinence from drinking and sex. At the same time, he also ordered
A ten-acre farmland was set aside in the north of Xuanwu City, and high-quality wheat, beans, millet, rice and other grain seeds from the four areas were confiscated. Then Liu Xie led the palace servants to plow and sow the land in the Longmu area to sympathize with the sufferings of the people. By the end of April,
The field named Fengze Garden by Liu Xie was already lush and green, with rows of seedlings. At this time, due to the convenient river bridge in the north of Luoyang, Hebei caravans often came through Beimang. After they saw Fengze Garden, they secretly
Lidu said with emotion: "Now that I can work on farming, what else can't I do?"
However, speaking of the people in Luoyang who had the deepest impression of the emperor, it must be the Hu Su Hu Feng in him. When King Heng Tuoba Li sent an envoy to greet Princess Dongping, the emperor saw that there were many envoys accompanying him.
When the Xianbei warriors saw that they were eager to hunt, they ordered the palace guards to set up a dome in the wild, and then competed with the Xianbei people in their archery skills. The emperor hit nine out of ten shots, which few Xianbei people could match. Seeing this, he couldn't help but admire the emperor.
"Hidden in". Liu Xie then held a banquet at the foot of Beimang Mountain.
At that time, Xianbei people gathered here, with domes and huts stretching out, and white smoke billowing. People sat everywhere, boiled cheese and dismembered cooked meat, drank wine and sang songs, and stayed at banquets day and night. Although Liu Xie did not drink, he also danced and sang at the banquet.
, quite chic. After nightfall, there were few lights in Luoyang City, except for the bright bonfires at the foot of Beimang Mountain. There were also horse teams gathering at the fire to worship the sky, galloping around endlessly. Liu Xie was puzzled, and Xianbei told them: "For the king
I beg the princess to the Heaven of Immortality, wishing for harmony between husband and wife, and for the birth of a prince soon!"
Most of the old ministers who have become officials are recuperating in the suburbs. They can also see the Xianbei people's carnival fireworks at night. But most of them are unhappy. Even if the princess gets married, they just send their tribesmen to congratulate them, and they study behind closed doors at home. They don't know.
Whoever said it came out, anyway, there was a saying soon: "The emperor is like a big beard, but not like a human king."
However, for Chen Chong, his lofty status in the court remained unchanged. Although he resigned as prime minister, Liu Xie did not appoint a new prime minister, apparently to express his respect for Chen Chong. Therefore, when interacting with others, Liu Xie did not appoint a new prime minister.
, others still call him Prime Minister. Although the old minister has left, there are still many disciples of Chen Chong in the court. They support each other, call themselves the Queen of Dragon Gate, and often come to ask Chen Chong. Therefore, although Chen Chong is not in the court, he still maintains his
Great influence on the DPRK situation.
It's just that Chen Chong kept his promise to Liu Xie. Although he was often concerned about the changes in the DPRK situation, he tried to live in seclusion and not attract attention. On weekdays, he mostly entertained his grandchildren, and occasionally chatted with old friends and kept in touch with old friendships. p>
On May 1st, Chen Chong heard that Xun You was ill, so he took Zhao Qiu and Lu Yi to visit him. At this time, Xun You's residence was near Taixue in the south of the city, and Zhong Yao, Meng Da, Bian Rang and others also happened to be there.
At this time, he came to visit the patient, and there were also many disciples of the Imperial Academy accompanying him. When Xun You heard that so many people were coming, he said to everyone: "Now that all the sages from the previous dynasty have arrived, and there are also the younger generations behind them, it is God's will that everyone has gathered together."
It's a rare opportunity to meet together. It's better to communicate easily and understand, which is also a great event in life." He also asked people to call the descendants of the clan, including Xun Yu and Xun Chen, who were all accompanying him.
Although it was getting late at that time, the weather was hot, so everyone went to sit in a complex auditorium in Xunyou Courtyard.
It is said to be a hall, but it is actually a place to enjoy the cool air, with shelves set up on it and covered with ivy. Chen Chong saw the four words "Sincerity and Honesty" carved on the wooden pillars in front of the hall, and knew that Xun You used to enjoy the cool air and study.
, a place to chat with friends all night long and recite poetry.
Naturally, everyone respected Chen Chong. After paying homage to each other, they all sat according to their seats. Xun You sat in the chair, Chen Chong sat beside him, Zhong Yao and Bian Rang sat in the second seat, and the other senior officials sat on the mats on both sides. The juniors stood
Serve and listen to debates.
However, after Chen Chong took his seat, he saw that Xun You's face was a little sallow, so he was not interested in a long conversation. Instead, he talked about home affairs with his old friends around him. Mainly, Bian Rang and Mi Heng talked loudly at the table, while the others watched from the sidelines.
Those who were not interested sat in the corner chatting with the chess players, which was very lively.
Chen Chong and Xun You talked for a while, and then he saw Xun You frowning, subconsciously pressing his chest, and hurriedly came forward to greet him. Xun You coughed and waved his hands repeatedly, and said with a smile: "It's not a big deal if you roar," and then gave the order.
Cang Tou brought concoction and ice to relieve the heat. Everyone was quiet for a while. When Zhong Yao saw Xun You indicating that he was okay, he turned around and said, "We originally agreed to talk about morality, but why did we get sidetracked?
Wen Li (Bian Yi), Zheng Ping (Ni Heng), keep going."
Mi Heng grabbed the feather fan, took off his clothes and exposed his chest, then shook it and said: "If the words of the saint are exhausted, they will be no different from the common people."
He gives in but does not show weakness: "Zhengping said that the saint's words are endless, but there are gaps and mistakes in the saint. What is a saint?"
Mi Heng shook his head and said: "A saint is like Mount Tai. If you observe it, you will make mistakes. If you don't observe it, you will be obscured."
Bian Rang said: "Otherwise, the words of a saint are like the breath of blue language, which lasts for only a moment."
Although both of them have entered old age, they are still quick-thinking and quick-tongued, never giving in to each other.
"There is a saying in "The Way of Heaven" that words are precious and cannot be conveyed in words."
"No words can convey it. What did you say?"
"Heaven does not speak, but the four seasons always act. Sages do not speak, but reason always exists."
"If the sage doesn't say anything, where do "Lao", "Zhuang" and "Yi" come from?"
Mi Heng was speechless for a moment, but when Chen Chong heard this, he interrupted with a smile and said: "I have already said that Tao can be taught, but it is very Tao, and it can be named, but it is very famous. I rode an ox out of Hangu Pass, and I didn't want to leave any words.
, it’s just a method of convenience left in response to the people’s high expectations. Zhuangzi also said that what you get is in the hand and should be in the heart. The mouth cannot express it, but how can it be stored in it. The minister cannot use it to explain to the minister’s son, and the minister’s son cannot accept it.
Yu Chen. It can be seen that the sound teaching will eventually come to an end!"
As soon as this place came out, everyone in the audience applauded him. Zhong Yao refused to lag behind, stroking his beard and thinking, and quickly came to his aid and said:
"This is exactly the case. So, are the words of the sage common sayings? The so-called sage sets up images to express his meaning, sets up hexagrams to express his true intentions, and combines words to express his words. He can change them to make them more beneficial, and he can use drums to dance to express them.
God. It can be seen that the singing and dancing hexagrams are also the words of the saint!" Chen Chong used the canon "Lao" and "Zhuang", and Zhong Yao used the canon "Yi Xici". This statement was so appropriate that the younger generations nodded repeatedly.
He admired it, and the old ministers also clapped their hands with jade handles and applauded.
Everyone seemed to be getting better and better, citing various sources and exchanging words. The weather was indeed very hot, and some people's Confucian clothes were soaked, but they were too embarrassed to be rude like Mi Heng, so they all picked up fans and shook them desperately. Xun You saw
He said, "You might as well take off your headscarf, roll up your sleeves, and feel comfortable."
At this time, Bian Rang and Mi Heng's discussion had already moved from "Lao" and "Zhuang" to "Yi", from whether the Yao Ci was the final words of the saint to the debate on the meaning of "Zhen". Many young people also joined in.
When it came to the debate, the scene turned into a melee. Only Chen Chong, Zhong Yao, and Xun You were listening with their fans on the side and said no more.
Chen Chong listened for a while, then looked back at Zhong Yao and said quietly: "Why don't everyone talk about the classics now, but all about metaphysics? Is there some talented person in Taixue?"
Zhong Yao glanced at him and said with a smile: "Ting Jian is really deaf to what is going on outside the window. He didn't know that He Yan came from Hebei and was the grandson of General He Jin.
There is no rival, so everyone follows his example and talks about mysteries!"
Chen Chong shook his head and said: "It is interesting to talk about mysteries, and it can be used as a pastime, but it is no different from the country, and it is really not a good sign."
Unexpectedly, Zhong Yao sighed, and then said coldly: "But your Majesty doesn't need us old people, so what's the use of talking about state affairs?"
Only then did Chen Chong realize that his old friend was secretly expressing his dissatisfaction with him. Yuan Chang was originally the uncle of the state and an appointed minister. When he was at the peak of his power, he was forced to surrender because of his and Liu Xie's designs.
He must have been extremely unwilling to take over the position of power! Chen Chong thought for a moment and couldn't help but feel guilty. He was about to continue talking to Zhong Yao, but stopped because of Zhong Yao. He said: "Ting Jian, I am just a little resentful.
I lost my temper."
Xun You seemed free and easy. He asked Cang Tou to pour a cup of herbal tea for each of them, and then said with a smile: "The past is over. Since we are far away from the rivers and lakes, there is no need to worry about the temple anymore. Why are you two so uneasy?"
What about resigning? It shows that sincerity and integrity have not been achieved yet!"
Suddenly someone outside cleared his throat loudly, and everyone turned around to look. It turned out to be Xu Miao from Yan. While everyone was arguing, he asked for a small bed and sat under the locust tree in front of the hall. At this time, he held a pen in his right hand and
He handed a piece of silk to the child with his left hand and handed it into Chen Chong's hand.
Chen Chong took a look and saw that it was actually a painting. In the painting, people had different expressions, sitting and lying down in different ways. The brushwork was simple but round, with a lifelike feeling. It looked like a refreshing feeling, which was very comfortable. Chen Chong admired in his heart, and then
This painting was circulated around the banquet, and a famous descendant said: "Today I can see all the sages, it makes people happy and forgets the summer heat, just like this painting!"
Everyone was delighted to hear this and made an appointment to discuss it someday.