The snow scene in the North is very spectacular. The snowflakes are flying like goose feathers, flying rapidly in the biting cold wind. Although they are not as elegant and light as the snowflakes in the South, they are a bit thicker. There are already deep layers on the ground. The snow, the white snow reflects the falling snowflakes, and the snowflakes accumulate the white snow on the ground, circulating over and over again. The thicker and thicker the snow makes the world covered with a layer of silver, changing the appearance of the earth, and also Changed people's mood.
In Kublai Khan's palace, King Zhenjin of Zhongshu Ling Yan was waiting beside Kublai Khan. The stove in the room kept emitting heat, making the room warm.
"Real gold,"
"My father is here, my sons and ministers are here,"
"Go and see the emperor. A few days ago, the Japanese Khan did not adopt his strategy of national integration. The emperor did not think clearly for a while. He was so anxious that he was sick in bed. In a few days, the New Year will be here. It is they Han people who are the most important. It’s a holiday, and I don’t want to see the Emperor spending this New Year in his hospital bed,”
"Yes, father and son understand,"
Kublai Khan looked at his favorite son in front of him and said: "Wait a minute, Zhenjin, what do you think of the emperor's proposal?"
"Father Khan, now that the Ali Buge rebellion has been put down, it is only a matter of time before we defeat the Southern Dynasties. The future policy of governing the country all depends on Father Khan's thoughts,"
"What's the meaning of real gold?"
Zhenjin said: "What I mean is that it depends on Father Khan's starting point. Whether Father Khan regards himself as the successor of Genghis Khan, or as the successor of the 19th dynasty of Middle-earth ,"
"Well," Kublai Khan said with great interest, "real gold, what's the difference?"
"Father Khan, there is a big difference," Zhen Jin said seriously. "Based on the current size of the country, Father Khan's achievements are enough to shock the past and the present. Even in the eyes of the Han people, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty and Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty were inferior. On the third point, if Father Khan wants the former, he should take more into account the interests and ideas of the Mongolian nobles, the major khanates, and the major families. If he prefers the latter, then the emperor's words are reasonable."
"What do you think?"
Zhenjin said respectfully: "My son and I think that my father Khan's decision is right."
"reason,"
"Father Khan, although our current Mongolian Khanate is nominally co-headed by Father Khan, most of them have evil intentions and always want to be independent from our dynasty. They work against each other, and their ambitions are obvious. The Southern Dynasty has not been destroyed. In recent years, our main goal has been to eliminate the Southern Dynasties. We should maintain close contact with the Khanates and the nobles in the DPRK in order to gain their support and maintain domestic stability. After unifying the world, my father Khan If we go back and weaken or take back the power of the major khanates, then it will be the time for the great national integration mentioned by the emperor. Although the emperor's idea is good, it is somewhat divorced from reality and becomes too idealistic. Of course, , The emperor's master also hopes that our dynasty will move towards a bright future, but he is a Han after all. Therefore, my son and minister agree with the father Khan's decision, safeguard the interests of the Mongolian nobles in large areas, and gradually provide benefits to the Han people in small areas. Step by step, this should be the kingly way. "
Kublai Khan laughed loudly after hearing this: "Okay, real gold, well said. He is worthy of being the son of this Khan and the eagle of Mongolia."
"Father Khan deserves the prize,"
"Real gold. Recently, Zhang Xiongfei, a Han Confucian official, proposed to this Khan that the crown prince of the world should be established as soon as possible to win the hearts of the people. Do you think I should establish the crown prince?"
"This, this,,,,,," Zhenjin hesitated, not knowing how to answer.
"It's okay to just say it,"
Zhenjin dared not speak out, but he still said tactfully: "I thought that my father Khan had already made up his mind, and he would act according to his orders."
Kublai Khan understood Zhenjin's character and knew that he was avoiding suspicion: "My Mongolian people have a custom of raising children but not elders. Your eldest brother died early. According to the custom of the Han people, you are the eldest son and first heir of my Jin family. , However, this Khan is a Mongolian after all, so my father Khan is also hesitant about establishing a heir,"
"Father, this matter is not an urgent matter yet. In my opinion, it will not be too late to discuss it again in a few years."
"Well, it's real gold. I'd better go to visit the Imperial Master in person, and you should go too. By the way, there's one more thing. After this year, I plan to appoint Zhang Xiongfei as the Tongzhi Transportation Department of Pingyang Road (the seat of government is now Linfen, Shanxi). The matter will be arranged by you, Zhongshu Province."
"Yes, Father Khan," Zhenjin said happily. The implication of Kublai Khan's words at least showed that he approved Zhang Xiongfei's proposal. According to Han customs, the eldest son should be given priority.
Hao Jing's residence was not far from Kublai Khan's palace. At this time, the city of Beijing was far from the prosperity and vastness of later generations. Currently, large-scale construction work was underway to build the imperial city and various supporting facilities. The entire new Beijing city was under construction in full swing. .
Boyan personally led a hundred Neifu Qixue troops to escort Kublai Khan on his trip. The Qongxue army was the most elite force in Mongolia, with a total number of more than 20,000. Around 800, they are the elites of the Qixue Army. The Qixue Army in the inner palace is equivalent to the imperial guards of the Song Dynasty. They are all strong and strong, especially good at riding and shooting. They are all composed of experienced Mongolian warriors. They are similar to the imperial guards. In comparison, the inner army may be slightly inferior in personal martial arts, but their actual combat experience is far beyond that of the guards of the Song Dynasty.
At this time, the snow was getting heavier and heavier. Kublai Khan looked at the snowflakes flying in the sky and praised: "What a heavy snow."
"Great Khan, the Han people have a saying that auspicious snow heralds a good year. This is a good sign,"
"Well, Boyan, let's go," Kublai Khan said with a smile.
Braving the wind and snow, Kublai Khan and his party came to Hao Jing's house. One hundred timid Xue troops, under the command of Boyan, quickly divided into two teams. Most of them immediately surrounded the entire mansion, and the other twenty Then Boyan followed Kublai Khan into the back room.
"Sweating profusely," Hao Jing was lying on the bed and when he saw Kublai Khan coming suddenly, he quickly sat up and prostrated.
"Lie down, lie down. The emperor is ill, so there is no need to be polite."
"Thank you Khan," Hao Jing said, "I have met His Highness King Yan and General Boyan."
Zhenjin and Boyan immediately returned the greeting: "I have met the emperor's master,"
"Emperor Master, have you seen the imperial doctor?"
"Back to the Great Khan, I've been here before. It's not a big deal. It only takes a few days to recover. But it's a windy and snowy time. Why should the Great Khan be like this?"
Kublai Khan smiled, waved his hand, and ordered Xue Jun and Hao's servants to leave: "Emperor's Master, I have brought a doctor here to diagnose the Emperor's Master."
"Mr. Zhong," Hao Jing looked around. There were only three people in the room, Kublai Khan, Zhen Jin and Boyan. He thought to himself, where did the doctor come from?
"Zhenjin, you come to diagnose and prescribe medicine for the Imperial Master,"
"Yes, Father Khan," Zhenjin said, sitting under Kublai Khan, "Emperor Master, what is the focus of our dynasty today?"
Hao Jing didn't know why Zhenjin asked about political affairs and replied: "Develop national strength."
"What is the purpose of developing national strength?"
"Send troops to the Southern Dynasty and dominate the world."
"What the Imperial Master said is absolutely true. This has been the main direction of our government in recent years, so all government affairs must be centered around this center. Imperial Master, our Mongolian country was created by our ancestor Genghis Khan. Most of the forces in the DPRK are based on the major Mongolian families. For the Lord, Zhenjin believes that their support is still needed at the moment. Although the emperor’s proposal has the people of the world in mind, it is not the right time. The strategy of national integration can only be implemented after the father Khan has unified the world."
Kublai Khan smiled: "How about it, Emperor Master, is this potion suitable for the disease?"
Hao Jing was already weak, and his suggestion was rejected, which made him feel depressed for a while, so he fell ill. During the few days in bed, Hao Jing thought a lot, and gradually understood Kublai Khan's intention. He was indeed too anxious. Well, the so-called heart disease should be treated with heart medicine. The words of King Yan Zhenjin showed Kublai Khan’s attitude. It was not that he could not implement the strategy of national integration, but that the time had not come yet. After hearing this, Hao Jing felt relieved. After a while, I saw the profuse sweat coming in person. At that moment, all the siltation in my heart was gone. The emotional knots in my heart were relieved, and I was instantly healed.
"His Royal Highness Zhenjin is also a miraculous doctor. I would like to thank the Great Khan and His Highness King Yan."
"Haha, Imperial Master, it will be the New Year for you Han people soon. No, it should be said that starting from this year, it will be the New Year for our Mongolian country. The people of our dynasty can enjoy themselves as much as possible. Imperial Master, you don't need to go to school these days. It’s morning, have a good rest at home,”
"Great Khan," Hao Jing said, not caring about etiquette as he hurriedly got up from the bed, "No, Great Khan, I still have a lot of things to do."
Since Hao Jing's return, he has been working day and night. In his words, "I have wasted five years and must make up for it before I can live up to the kindness of the Great Khan." For this reason, Kublai Khan also persuaded him many times , Hao Jing was asked to pay attention to his health, but it had no effect. Fortunately, the prescription prescribed by Tianya Shenzun Yin Tianya had a lot of effect. Hao Jing recovered quite well after taking it continuously.
Kublai Khan nodded and said: "Okay, okay, I promise to love you,"
Zhongshu Ling Zhenjin also praised: "The emperor's master is indeed a role model for officials in our dynasty. Zhenjin admires him."
Hao Jing put on his clothes and went to see the emperor again: "I, Hao Jing, see the Great Khan."
"The Imperial Master is exempt from the courtesy," Kublai Khan said, looking at his beloved minister, "I am here today. In addition to visiting my beloved minister, I have one more matter that I need to discuss with the Imperial Master."
"Please speak, Khan,"
"Emperor Master, a few days ago, the Confucian scholar Zhang Xiongfei and a group of Han ministers and the benevolent Prince Zhahu all reported to this Khan, hoping that I would establish a prince as soon as possible. I know that there are advantages and disadvantages to establishing a prince early, so I have been undecided. Note that the most important thing is not here. The emperor knows that the customs of our Mongolian people are different from those of the Han people. Is it the eldest son or the youngest son, but I need you, my beloved, to think about it for me."
When Hao Jing heard this, he was suddenly surprised, and then panicked. This can't be said nonsense. He said that he would establish the eldest son. If the youngest son succeeded, he would definitely not be safe. Although Kublai Khan asked in front of Zhenjin, This question is obviously biased toward real gold, but who knows what will change in the future. This is no joke. Once you stand on the wrong team, your desire to do something great will be completely frustrated.