After all, Emperor Linde was not yet an adult. In later generations, he was still a half-year-old boy studying. Although he had been taught by Yang Qingyuan and others, he still felt unavoidably frightened when he heard the word "epidemic".
For him, the epidemic is very unfamiliar.
But he heard from his teacher that when marching and fighting, battlefields with mountains of corpses and seas of blood are the most likely to cause disease.
Most of the time, all they can do to deal with epidemics on the battlefield is to isolate the patients and let them go their own way.
For example, at the end of the Later Han Dynasty, Wei Wu was defeated when he went south to Chibi. The biggest reason was not the fire attack on Dongfeng, but the fact that the northern soldiers went south and a large-scale epidemic spread, resulting in the army's inability to fight.
The Battle of Hefei was over, and Zhang Wenyuan's riot in Xiaoyaojin certainly shocked the Wu army, but Soochow's basic combat power suffered little loss. However, the epidemic was prevalent in the army, forcing Sun Wu to withdraw his troops.
Normally, only one or two people contracting the disease would cause great panic. Now, within a few days, 200,000 people have contracted the disease. Such a serious disease has never been heard of in ancient times.
Compared with the original major case in Jiangnan, this is the major event that truly shocked the world and shook the country.
No matter how calm Zhu Zhan pretended to be on weekdays, he was actually a young man who was not as good as a weakling. Now he could not maintain the demeanor of an emperor. He stood up in shock and said to the servants outside the palace: "Quick, quick.
, Immediately invite all the great scholars, the six ministers, the censors of the left and right censors of the Duchayuan, the censors of the right Qiandu, and the young ministers of Dali Temple to enter the palace."
These people are all important ministers of the imperial court, academicians and ministers. The censors on the left and right are all senior ministers who are in charge of one department. Li Xunhuan, the censor of the right censor, and Di Zhiyuan, the young minister of Dali Temple, have special status.
To a certain extent, they represent the emperor's confidants.
There is no big court today, but all the above people have to participate in the regular court.
About half an hour later, these ministers all arrived in the side hall.
The moment they learned the news, the three of them exclaimed in unison.
"Is this news true or false? In a few days, 200,000 people gathered, which is unprecedented." Qian Muqian could hardly believe his ears.
Not only him, but also Sun Mingyuan, the Minister of Household Affairs, Zhao Yan, the Minister of Industry, Li Xunhuan, and Di Zhiyuan were all shocked.
After a brief silence, Wang Hua said, "Since ancient times, epidemics have mostly occurred during times of war. The earliest plague recorded was in the second year of Emperor Ping of the former Han Dynasty, when there was a great epidemic in the Qingzhou Dynasty. Emperor Ping of the Han Dynasty issued an edict: "Those who suffer from diseases among the people shall be
The empty residence is for the purpose of purchasing medicine."
Although it is not as good as Yang Qingyuan's mobile Tongwen Museum, Wang Hua's erudition is also very accessible.
"Then the biggest epidemic was the typhoid fever epidemic in the 22nd year of Jian'an in the late Han Dynasty, which lasted for six full years and was known as typhoid fever. History books record that patients with typhoid fever at that time often suffered from high fever, asthma, and death; some patients had
There are blood spots and bruises. If the medical saints had not turned the tide and saved the world with the miscellaneous treatises on typhoid fever, I am afraid that the Northland would have ended up in a desolate state."
Cao Zhi's "Speaking of Epidemic Gas": "In the 22nd year of Jian'an, the plague was prevalent. Every family suffered from the pain of zombies, and every room was filled with wailing and mourning. Some people died after closing the door, or others lost their clan and mourned."
Wang Can's poem "Seven Sorrows": "I can't see anything when I go out, the plain is covered with white bones... I climb to the bank of Baling in the south, look back at Chang'an, and realize the people who came to the spring, and I sigh with sadness."
There were cries and cries in every room, and it was not unreasonable to say that someone might have died after closing the door, or the entire family would be in mourning.
Wang Hua paused for a moment and continued, "But even the Zhou Qing epidemic and the typhoid epidemic were not like this. Only the Ningzhou epidemic in the first year of Guangxi can be compared."
In the first year of Guangxi, there was an epidemic in Ningzhou. There were frequent famines and epidemics, and hundreds of thousands of people died. The five barbarians were strong, the state soldiers were defeated repeatedly, and many officials and people moved into Jiaozhou.
Everyone present felt the same way. Although they were not as knowledgeable as Wang Hua, the three plagues he mentioned were the three largest plagues recorded in China's history books for thousands of years.
The casualties of these three epidemics all exceeded hundreds of thousands, but they all had a certain buffering and infection period before slowly expanding.
It is unimaginable that 200,000 people in Jinling could be infected with the disease in just a few days.
Faced with Qian Muqian's doubts, Emperor Linde explained, "This is the news that the Marquis of Wuxiang personally sent back. How can it be false!?"
Now Qian Muqian did not question the authenticity of the epidemic. Although he did not agree with his disciple's action of killing the tyrant, he had trust in his disciple's character and ability.
Sun Mingyuan, the Minister of Household Affairs, looked ugly, "What is the situation in Jiangnan now? Such a big epidemic must have caused turmoil in the prefectures and counties, right?!"
Jiangnan is an important place for finance and taxation, but due to the epidemic, Jiangnan’s finances and taxation may be hopeless this year.
Emperor Linde shook his head and said: "The current situation is still unclear. If not handled properly, this will be a disaster that shakes the foundation of our country!"
Seeing the solemn expressions on everyone's face, Wang Hua comforted him: "Sir, you don't have to worry too much. With Qingyuan here, the administrative efficiency of Jiangnan can be guaranteed. He is not only a good soldier in marching and fighting, but also in caring for the people and governing the country.
And he is also proficient in medical skills. With him in Jiangnan, we can feel relieved. All we need is our full support."
Yang Qingyuan's reputation in Shilin has mixed reviews, but everyone present knows his abilities.
Zhao Yan, the minister of the Ministry of Industry, who had always been unknown and whose presence had been reduced, also responded at this time and said, "Yang Hou has the talent to understand the world and the earth, and he has the heart to help the world and calm the people, and he will definitely be able to overcome the epidemic."
If there is anyone present who is most grateful to Yang Qingyuan, it must be Zhao Yan, Minister of the Ministry of Industry.
There is no doubt about Zhao Yan's ability. The former Emperor Taizongwen was very accurate in judging people, and there were basically no incompetent people among his important ministers.
Zhao Yan is indeed an expert in water conservancy projects and river construction.
However, he was once the core backbone of the King of Chu's party. After the King of Chu was poisoned by Zhu Zhankun, Emperor Xianxi Zongli, he once thought that he was doomed!
Zhu Zhankun would not drive out all the Chu king's party, but would leave some of them to show his generosity.
But the people left behind will never be people of the stature of Zhao Yan, Minister of Industry.
However, there is no way out despite the mountains and rivers, and there is another village with dark flowers and bright flowers.
Yang Qingyuan swept away the emperor and helped Emperor Linde ascend the throne. After that, he only dealt with some officials who were corrupt and perverted the law and were left without food. Instead, Zhao Yan was left to continue to entrust him with important responsibilities.
Now that he is approaching the age of becoming an official, Zhao Yan is extremely grateful to Yang Qingyuan. Even though he usually does more and talks less, he can't help but stand up and praise him at this time.
Wang Hua expressed his affirmation of Zhao Yan's words, but changed the subject, "However, although Qingyuan is extremely talented, Jinling is short of food and medicine at the moment. Jinling has a population of 2 million, and more than 200,000 of them are infected.
, the daily medicinal supplies for these 200,000 people are uncountable. He has now opened the Yingtian warehouse in Jinling. But the medicinal materials are still in short supply."
Everyone's eyes were now turned to Emperor Linde.
This was considered a test for the young emperor.
Zhu Zhanhe stood tall and straight. After thinking for a moment, he said, "Wang Qing, I have drafted a decree to depose Yang Qingyuan, the Marquis of Jiawu Township and the Prince's Young Master, from the title of envoy. He will supervise the important military and political affairs of Yue and Yangzhou and the Prime Minister Jinling's epidemic prevention."
, if you are not determined, you can kill first and then report! Order the governors of Xuzhou, Jingzhou, and Yuzhou to mobilize medicinal materials to support Jinling. If there is delay and slackness, severe punishment will not be given!"
Zhu Zhan's decision was very bold, but in the eyes of the officials in the imperial study, it was regarded as wise and decisive.
Have the courage to delegate power, make correct judgments, and be decisive in your will.
The separation of powers they thought about was just to check and balance the emperor and prevent the imperial power from getting out of control. They did not really want the emperor to be a puppet.
"I obey the decree!"
"Your Majesty, Holy Might!"
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However, the turmoil in the divine capital did not subside so quickly.
The news of the great epidemic in Jinling, Yangzhou was spread to the capital of China by people who were interested.
In connection with the imperial edict just issued by Emperor Linde, even though the cabinet ministers deliberately downplayed it, many people still guessed the scale of the epidemic.
Some people in the court can’t sit still!
Although most of Zhu Zhankun's old party has been liquidated after three years of clean-up, it was not just Zhu Zhankun's party that was dealt with during the coup.
Li Hongyi, Kong Qinli, Changsun Fuji and others were also involved and were liquidated afterwards.
Li Hongyi and Kong Qinli were beheaded in public for false accusations, power manipulation, and flattery.
However, Changsun Fuji only added fuel to the flames. Afterwards, he retired from office and returned to his hometown.
Although these three people have left, they still have many followers in the court.
Especially Li Hongyi and Changsun Fuji. They are both genuine Grand Masters of the Pavilion. They have served in government for many years and are like towering trees in their own right.
Even Emperor Linde and Wang Hua tried their best to clean it up, but they could not completely clean it up.
In addition, there is a group of people hiding in the dark.
Supporter of King Zhao.
Taking advantage of the original coup, King Zhao also took the opportunity to insert a small number of people into the court.
The current epidemic in Jinling is an opportunity for these two groups.
Immediately, some officials bluntly remonstrated at the court on the second day, "Epidemics are natural disasters. Your Majesty believes in traitors and traitors and kills each other. This has caused the wrath of God and the disasters in the world. It cannot be resisted by human power."
, I ask your majesty to issue an edict to those who have sinned, and pray for God’s mercy, extinguish the fire of thunder, and protect our country, the Great Zhou Dynasty, for eternity.”
These words put all the responsibility for the epidemic on Emperor Linde.
As for who Chongxin’s traitor is, need we say more?!
Yang Qingyuan!
After the first person spoke, someone immediately echoed, "Your Majesty! The traitor Yang Qingyuan committed regicide. His crime cannot be punished. Even God can't help but be angry and bring disasters. Please punish Yang Qingyuan to appease the heart of heaven!"
As the second person came forward, more and more ministers came forward. However, these officials were not of high rank, and there must be someone behind them.
Emperor Linde was furious when he heard this, but he had no way to directly order these things to be forked out.
This kind of thing is not uncommon in history. The ancients often regarded natural disasters as the anger of God. The reason for the anger was that the emperor was immoral, or had done something wrong, and hoped that the emperor could change it or something.
And under normal circumstances, when such natural disasters occur, emperors will offer sacrifices to the gods and hope that God will forgive them.
Not every emperor believed in the theory of gods and ghosts. It was more of a political necessity. Doing so would stabilize the people's hearts.
But Emperor Linde was different. He was taught by Yang Qingyuan.
Although Yang Qingyuan did not teach mathematics, physics and chemistry, Emperor Linde did not believe in the theory of gods and ghosts.
He does not believe in gods and ghosts, but respects heaven.
There is a difference between Taoism and Taoism. Taoism has a religious color, while Taoism is more about the exploration of the laws of nature.
Emperor Linde had no good impression of those who wanted to use natural events to make a fuss about themselves and to deal with their teachers.
If it weren't for the teacher's teachings, the emperor's anger should not be acted upon rashly, and the emperor's power should not be used exclusively. Thirteen today let these people who talk nonsense and have ulterior motives know what the emperor's anger is.
Seeing that Emperor Linde on the throne was silent, the first one to speak, Prime Minister Honglu Temple, became even more enthusiastic.
"A natural disaster has come, but as the emperor, you want to fight against heaven? Your Majesty, God is already angry. If you insist on going your own way, the harm will be immeasurable."
Although he was kneeling on the ground, the Prime Minister of Honglu Temple had a straight back, a firm tone, and an awe-inspiring righteousness!
"boom"
Emperor Linde suddenly slammed the table, and His Highness fell silent instantly.
"Shut up, what kind of destiny?! I am the destiny! I tell you! The country of Zhou Dynasty was defended with the blood of Wuxiang Marquis and the soldiers of the Northern Army. It was not given by God. In the 19th year of Yong'an, there was a heavy snowfall in Jizhou.
, Where is God?! In the twenty-third year of Yong'an, when Qian's army went south, where was God?! In the twenty-fourth year of Yong'an, when Hou Jin invaded, where was God?! Where are you waiting?!
Now that the natural disaster is coming, is it my fault? Well, now I will make the same mistake again and again, and I will have a fight with God to let him know what it is that man can conquer God! There is no need to discuss this matter!"
Amidst the quarrel between the monarch and his ministers, the great court meeting came to an end.
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! In the imperial study room, Li Xunhuan, Wang Hua and other backbones of the imperial party are gathering here.
"Your Majesty, calm down!"
Emperor Linde smiled and said, "I was really angry at first, but then I figured it out! There must be someone behind these people. This is a great opportunity to take stock of the court!"
The more acute the conflict between the monarch and his ministers, the more thoughtful people will jump out and take this opportunity to pull out some of the thorns hidden in the dark.
When Wang Hua, Li Xunhuan and others heard this, they felt that they had underestimated his Majesty. This emperor, who relied on Yang Qingyuan's military power and reputation to support his rise to power, had grown to such an extent.
But even so, he still had no idea of getting involved in administrative power. What he wanted to do was not to be a wise king for a lifetime, but to establish a better system for future generations of the Zhou Dynasty.
Only such an emperor can complete Yang Qingyuan's vision of a decentralized system.
Yang Qingyuan did not see the wrong person!
"Since His Majesty already has an idea, we will definitely cooperate with you!"
A large net was opened from the Imperial Study Room of Daming Palace, waiting for the fish to crash into it.
Calculations and games are always on both sides. If you dare to jump out and cause trouble at this time, you must be prepared to be liquidated afterwards.
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In Jinling City, Yang Qingyuan also encountered trouble.
Not enough medicinal materials!
Grain is a strategic material, and as the former capital of the imperial court, Jinling naturally has reserves.
But medicinal materials are not hard currency in ordinary circulation. Although the government has some reserves, it is definitely not enough for 200,000 people or even more people to use.
To fight the epidemic, medicinal herbs are absolutely indispensable.
Otherwise, even if Sun Shichang came here and developed medicine with Tang Shenwei and Li Binhu, there would be no way to treat the disease without medicinal materials.